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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

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New Twists on Old Favorites

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44 TREATING AUTISM NATURALLY

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46 THE POWER OF

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Our Beliefs Reprogram

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Natural Balance Wellness & Hypnosis Making a Profound Difference in My Clients’ Lives

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re you tired of the ups and downs of “dieting”, and eager to use a method that neutralizes the unhealthy eating behavior patterns stuck in your mind? Are you ready to become healthier, energized, and more confident about your self and your appearance? This time you want to succeed, this time you want it to last!

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newsbriefs CULTIVATING YOUR PERSONAL JOYFUL CHI TO MANAGE A STRESSFUL WORLD

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e are constantly being bombarded by marketing offers from businesses, insistent political messages during this presidential election cycle and distressing news about terror related events inside the U.S.A. and outside the country which invariably affect our well being.

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In addition, we may have personal stressors that affect our lives, as in my case, when my mother passed early last year. Or, family obligations such as helping my daughter care for her newborn twins, both a joy and an exhausting responsibility.

Also, we may have relationships that aren't necessarily supportive of us which we need to eliminate from our personal environment.

One's job or profession may no longer provide the income or the fulfillment to satisfy our needs. Thinking about a new career or job change creates its own anxiety issues too.

New year resolutions may eventually slide off into oblivion causing another layer of frustration and disappointment.

So, how do we manage under these circumstances? Well, the first course of action is to be selfish! Yes, it is okay because if you don't take care of your needs you will feel unhappy and may not be able to shoulder all of your responsibilities successfully. Also, I encourage you to change your channel to tune out the noise that disrupts your harmony. It will make it easier to center yourself and get focused on matters that make you truly joyful.

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Why would one consider Chi Gong or Tai Chi? These practices have been followed in China for over 5,000 years with great results. The benefits have been documented scientifically over the years and most recently by the Harvard Medical School's "Guide to Tai Chi: 12 Weeks to a Healthy Body, Strong Heart and Sharp Mind". You can expect a reduction in your daily stress, which is the cause of more than 70% of our dis-eases. You'll sleep better and awake with more energy. It also optimizes your body functions such as improved blood pressure, better oxygenation of the body through improved breath work, delays aging, helps with balance and agility and so much more. All you are really doing is inviting the Universal energy to provide you with the support you want and need. You will be in alignment with your purpose!.

The best part is that no experience is necessary to get started, simply a willingness to move forward with the learning process by joining a class in the community.

Even if you have a personal practice, it is beneficial to participate in a group class, receive mutual support from like minded people and bask in the resulting group energy, known as Chi Chang Gong, and the higher energy of the teacher. So, if you want to feel better mentally, physically and spiritually too, just be selfish and get started."

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ashi School of Yoga in Sebastian is proud to host its annual Yoga & Sound Retreat from Friday, January 29th at 5pm through Sunday, January 31st at 1pm. Start 2016 renewed and relaxed. During this weekend retreat you will be immersed in the multi-layered world of yoga and sound. Your yoga practice will be enriched and you will feel uplifted and energized by music and movement. Highlights of this retreat include a special evening of kirtan with the Jai Anandas. You will experience Kali Natha Yoga with live Kirtan. Richard Wyzanski will lead Vibroacoustics and Sound Healing - the soothing sounds of the crystal harp, flute, and didgeridoo will resonate through your muscles and deep within you. Dr. Frances Rhodis will play the Crystal Sound Bowls, producing frequencies that are not just heard by the ear, you will

also feel them in your body. You will be experiencing acutonics, and tone all the energy centers of your body. Use this retreat as a way to reconnect with your inspiration, so that in turn, you can help others connect with theirs.

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newsbriefs Mark Becker Brings the NEWLIFE EXPO to Palm Beach

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n April 16-17, Mark Becker, Renaissance Man Entrepreneur, named Yogiman by Robin Williams in the 1970’s is bringing America’s longest running expo for Enlightenment and Rejuvenation to the Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach for the first time.

The NEWLIFE EXPO continues at the vanguard of raising awareness to over one million Americans for over 25 years with it’s lineup of lecturers and exhibitors from around the country on yoga and meditation, anti-aging, clairvoyance and promoting a healthy lifestyle in mind, body and spirit. Join in the fun as you begin to open your mind to new horizons as you learn how to look and feel at your maximum potential and meet others who are looking for the same experience as you.

For as little as $20 for the weekend you will enjoy yoga classes, music, free samples and experience the cutting-edge exhibitors as you listen to over 75 speakers including Dr. Robert Young, Mas Sajady, Gail Thackray, Judy Satori, Kat James, Stacie Breeze Sean Morton, Chris Macklin, Jill Dahne and Mark Becker.

So take a weekend our of your life to enhance your life forever.

To pre-register and receive discounts and avoid lines or to receive a free brochure or if you are interested in lecturing, exhibiting, advertising or volunteering, call 516-897-0900 or e-mail mark at mark@newlifemag.com

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Ann-Marie is a Licensed Massage Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher. She currently works in Jupiter at an office inside of the Transformational Studies Institute (TSI) at 900 East Indiantown Road, Jupiter, just east of the Publix at US 1 and Indiantown Road.

TSI offers meditation classes, private and group therapy, weekend retreats and monthly free seminars. There is an "Awakenings Deeper" retreat taking place Dec. 6th @7-10, Dec. 7 @ 12-5:00, and Dec. 8 @ 12-4:30. The founders of TSI, Jim and Sari Terrusa, will facilitate this weekend retreat. These well-known psychotherapists have been conducting powerful, life enhancing trainings for 25 years in Jupiter. This dynamic and experiential weekend will help you become more clear about your life's purpose and let go of nonproductive patterns. For more information, please call Jim and Sari at 744-9123 x 2.

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newsbriefs Your Life Matters “Each man’s life touches so many other lives. When he isn’t around he leaves an awful hole, doesn’t he?”

– Clarence, from It’s a Wonderful Life

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e live in a world where Facebook postings, tweets and Instagram photos often go viral and create instant celebrity. We read about the great accomplishments of people like Mother Teresa and Albert Einstein, the fame of performers like Beyoncé and Adele, and wonder if we can do “great things” that will make our lives important and meaningful.

We can all strive to be more than we are. Yet we already touch the lives of so many people, through family, school, work, worship, sports and social activities.

Sometimes the effect is fleeting or subtle; sometimes it can be life-changing.

“To make a difference in someone’s life, you don’t have to be brilliant, rich, beautiful or perfect. You just have to care enough to be there.” – Unknown

When I first started doing reflexology, I had no thought of practicing my new skill on thousands of people, becoming a teacher or founding a school. I just enjoyed my first experience of reflexology so much that I thought, “I want more people to feel great like this!” Yet those things happened—simply because a friend offered me a reflexology session when I was tired and stressed. It was a small thing to her but became a huge event in my life, and the benefits continue to ripple out and touch many others.

Each thing you do matters. One seemingly small act of kindness, generosity or courage can have an enormous effect on others, often referred to as The Butterfly Effect (the idea that the flutter of a butterfly's wings on one side of the world can trigger a chain of events leading to a hurricane on the other side of the world.) Rosa Parks’ single act of heroism in refusing to move to the back of the bus sparked a national movement for freedom, justice and equality that continues to this day. You, too, have the power to make a difference.

Flap your wings and watch the ripples expand. You have the power right now to create a moment for someone that is meaningful and unforgettable:

Stories of fame and fortune make the news…then are soon forgotten.

It’s the “little things” that you do each day that make a life of purpose.

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newsbriefs SLEUTHFEST 2016 WRITERS CONFERENCE February 25 – 28, 2016 in Deerfield Beach, FL

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The Keynote Speaker, CJ Box is a NY Times best-selling author, winner of the Anthony, Macavity, Gumshoe, Barry, and Edgar Awards. The Florida Guest of Honor, the NY Times bestselling P.J. Parrish team of Kris Montee and Kelly Nichols, have won the International Thriller Writers, Shamus, and Anthony Awards.

The Forensic Guest of Honor is Valerie Plame Wilson. Interviewing Ms. Wilson will be NBC’s Kerry Sanders and national best-selling author Paul Levine.

SleuthFest is known as one of the best conferences in the country for writers of all genres. There are four tracks of workshops, presentations, and panels in writing craft, business, traditional and self-publishing, marketing, and forensics. In addition, top literary agents and editors will hear pitches from budding writers, and offer troubleshooting sessions and manuscript critiques. For many writers, SleuthFest is where they met their agent or editor, resulting in their book being published. It’s a great opportunity.

The welcoming atmosphere at SleuthFest is what attracts many writers, both fiction and non-fiction. It is clear from the moment

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The roster of past Keynotes and Guests of Honor includes Sue Grafton, Robert B. Parker, Dennis LeHane, James W. Hall, Dr. Henry Lee, Dr. Michael Baden, Robert Crais, Brad Meltzer, Lisa Scottoline, and Linda Fairstein, et al.

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Keynote speakers include Dr. T. Colin Campbell, author of The China Study and Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, author of Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease. Additional speakers include Dr. Kathryn Hayward, co-founder of International Integratorsand Dr. Bruce Monger, member of NASA’s Ocean Biology from Cornell University. Four Plant Based East Cooking Classes will be provided by Chef Del Sroufe, author of the acclaimed Forks Over Knives Cookbook and Ann Esselstyn, author of The Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook will provide a session on transitioning to a WFPB diet.

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“Everyone tells me how great I look for my age, but I don’t feel great inside.”

Celeste did look great, either from her modelesque figure, breast implants, Botox, or the combination of all three. Looking at her new patient questionnaire, however, I had to agree, she wasn’t as healthy as she looked.

Celeste continued, “My friend Jena raves about you and handed me one of your brochures. She said you made her feel twenty years younger. I want to get what she’s getting!”

“Patient-to-patient referral has always been my best source of new patients, but rather than ‘selling the same program’ of tests, supplements, and hormones to everybody, whether they need it or not, I do what a board-certified physician is trained to do, I evaluate each patient individually. Tell me, if there was a miracle tonight, what would be different tomorrow?”

“How about tonight? I’d sleep. It seems that I’m up at 3:15 like clockwork every morning to pee, and then I can’t get back to sleep until hours later. And when I wake up for real, I’m destroyed.”

“God created night then day; night came first because it’s so important. I want you to wake up fully refreshed, anticipating your day.”

“How can I look forward to things when my clothes don’t fit, I need to use hair extensions and acrylics, everything I eat bloats me to where I’m 5-months pregnant, and my girlfriends have more libido towards my husband than I do?”

Luckily, not only do I have 80+ minutes to spend with new patients, I also had a box of tissues to hand to Celeste. “All of this is fixable. Instead of using ‘pharmacy’ (or ‘green pharmacy’ of vitamins and hormones) to cover up your symptoms, I prefer a Functional Medicine approach to make your body work properly, the way it did in your 20’s.”

“Just up to a few years ago, I was able to eat great tasting food without running to the bathroom, drink champagne at charity events, and still be able to play tennis the next day. Now I’m just spent.”

“I’ve seen all this before, and I’m confident we can get you back to optimum health. Let’s finish off our assessment. Besides my history and physical exam, there are some tests I need. Even though you have a concierge physician who did a screening panel, I need to look in depth at your adrenals, thyroid, and other hormones. Food allergies and dysbiosis (bad bacteria in your gut) can cause that bloating, and vitamin insufficiencies are common enough that we have to test for those as well.”

“Anything we can start off now?”

“Yes! I’ve been practicing this way for over a dozen years, and based upon what I know now, we can start with a little of everything: behavior changes, diet, exercise, supplements, stuff like that.” I continued, “You don’t have to change your life drastically, but little things will make a big difference.”

“Like what?”

“You already take baths, so we’re going to add Epsom Salts (to absorb magnesium through your skin) to make your skin less dry, your muscles less achy, and your sleep better. I have a ‘detox diet’ handout that mentions safe foods to eat, but if you just think ‘protein and colorful vegetables and fruits’, you’ll do okay.

Before you leave, I’ll teach you a stretch that decreases that ‘pouch’ at your beltline, and there are a few vitamins that are so obvious for you to start with (but safe to take too).”

“But what about that IV therapy that Jena told me about?”

“When patients are really sick, or are trying to get the most optimal results yesterday, I do offer injections of vitamins, minerals, glutathione, and other nutrients. For example, iron injections rapidly help hair growth, brittle nails, fatigue, memory/concentration, and muscle cramps (restless legs).”

Celeste’s testing did show causes for all her symptoms and on her second visit, a plan specific to her was put in place. Three months later, she was glowing and her visits were now spaced out to where she only had to be seen once every six months.

“Next week you get to see both my husband and daughter. I just booked a family trip to tour the volcanoes in Hawaii. I need them to keep up with me.”

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newsbriefs The Role of Functional Medicine in the Treatment of Autoimmune Disease

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s a functional medicine practitioner, I see many patients with autoimmune disease. The two most common questions they ask are: How did I get this autoimmune disease? How can you treat and manage my autoimmune disease without drugs?

First of all, any autoimmune disease occurs when the body’s immune system attacks the body’s organs and tissues. Your immune system can no longer recognize the difference between what belongs in the body (organs and tissues) and what does not belong in the body (bad bacteria, parasites, viruses, fungi, etc.).

Autoimmune disease usually remains silent and without symptoms for several years as the immune system destroys an organ or tissue.

But then, as time goes on and nothing is done to stop or lessen the autoimmune attack, symptoms begin to appear. Usually the symptoms are vague, such as fatigue, but as the autoimmune attack continues, more symptoms are noticed and the person visits their physician seeking a diagnosis.

Autoimmune diseases include Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (the most common form of diagnosed hypothyroidism), type 1 diabetes, Crohn’s disease, colitis, celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, scleroderma, Graves’ disease, Sjogren’s syndrome, biliary cirrhosis, etc. There are approximately 200 named autoimmune diseases and the list is growing.

The Triad of Autoimmune Disease

We know from scientific literature that three things need to be present in order to acquire an autoimmune disease.

1. The gene for that disease needs to be present in your DNA. In other words, in order to express Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, you must have the gene for this disease in your DNA. Then you must “turn on this gene” in order get the disease. Once you turn a gene on, it can never be turned off!

2. You must have barrier compromise (leaky gut). The body has many barriers such as the skin barrier, the blood-brain barrier, the lung barrier, etc. If I get a cut on my hand, for instance, there is a chance of bacterial infection because the bacteria can get through the hole in my hand into the body. The largest and most important barrier system we have, that protects us from the outside world, is our gut lining. This is the lining that begins in the mouth and extends down into the intestines. This gut lining comes in contact with all of the food we eat and drink. The gut lining, if we were to remove it and flatten it out, is the size of two football fields! In all autoimmune disease, there is a breakdown in the gut lining which scientists call leaky gut or increased intestinal permeability.

With leaky gut, things can get into your body through the holes in the gut lining and into the bloodstream where they do not belong. These can be things like parasite eggs from unwashed vegetables and fruits or bad bacteria found in foods or large undigested protein particles from foods containing gluten (wheat, rye, barley), dairy, soy, etc. Once in the bloodstream, the immune system wants to get rid of them so there is an immune attack by 18

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the white blood cells, not only on these parasites and bad bacteria, but on various tissues and organs of the body. It seems that the immune system is making a mistake in attacking the organs and tissues and this is where autoimmune disease gets its name. There are many reasons why a patient may have a leaky gut, such as antibiotic use, medications, eating inflammatory foods, intestinal infections, hormonal deficiencies, and emotional, chemical and physical stress. The leaky gut must be healed and sealed in order to diminish or stop the autoimmune attacks.

3. There are known environmental triggers for autoimmune disease that “turn your genes on” so that you express a particular autoimmune disease. Following are the most common environmental triggers: • Food intolerances/sensitivities to gluten, dairy, soy, corn and other grains • Hidden infections such as parasites, fungi, pathogenic bacteria and viruses mainly in the gut but also in the bloodstream • Chemical, heavy metal and pesticide exposure • Vitamin D deficiency as well as other vitamin and mineral deficiencies • Decreased glutathione and other antioxidants • Blood sugar swings (hypo and hyperglycemia) • Hormone imbalances (probably why women suffer from more autoimmune diseases than men) From a functional medicine standpoint, there are many things you can do if you get diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, and most have to do with diet and lifestyle changes. Your medical doctor will look to prescribe immunosuppressive drugs such as prednisone, Humira, Enbrel and even methyltrexate in order to stop your hyperactive immune system from destroying your organs or tissues. However, you need your immune system! That is why these drugs come with so many warnings about causing cancer or even death. You do not want your immune system “shut down”—you want it balanced. But most of all you want to find the root cause of WHY you have autoimmune disease.

This is where functional medicine shines! Instead of “giving a pill for an ill,” functional medicine doctors specialize in teaching the proper diet and lifestyle changes that are necessary, fix any specific nutritional deficiencies, blood sugar and hormonal imbalances, get rid of any hidden infections, test for chemical and heavy metal toxicity and get rid of these toxins—all for one reason: to stop the destruction of your organs and tissues from autoimmune disease so you can live a better life.

Marianne Beck, D.C. is the director of Women’s BestHealth, 601 E. Sample Rd., Ste. 104, Pompano Beach. She has been in active practice for 35 years and is a functional medicine and clinical nutrition practitioner. You can reach her at 954-782-4855 and WomensBestHealth.com.

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Dr. Misha Ruth Cohen, an internationally recognized practitioner, lecturer, leader and mentor in the field of Chinese medicine, offers comprehensive healing plans for a wide range of ailments, including digestive problems, stress, anxiety, diabetes, depression, cancer support, liver health, gynecological problems, PMS, fertility, menopause, and more.

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The New Chinese Medicine Handbook is an accessible and essential resource that will help you take the first steps toward natural healing and a longer, healthier life.

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ew to the Palm Beach area, relocating from New England are Mary & Dr. Dave DiSano. They are authors of Divinely Touched: Transform Your Life (2011), a truelife story of Mary’s healing journey through the medical, New Age and Metaphysical worlds. In the book, Dr. Dave connects science, metaphysics and spirituality to explain what Mary experienced. They have been feature speakers at holistic expos nationally and have appeared on TV and national radio shows. Mary has degrees in medical technology, and healing techniques of Reflexology, Reiki, and Reconnective Healing. She is a Metaphysical practitioner, Energy Healer and motivational speaker. Her healings have been described as “miraculous!”

Dave DiSano, Ph.D. is a psychologist, certified hypnotherapist and also author of Holistic Mental Health-Revised (2009) that compares alternative therapies to traditional medications for mental disorders. He conducts individual and group Hypnotherapy sessions for weight loss, smoking cessation, anxiety, depression and phobias.

Their seminars discuss topics in their books such as the history of medicine, alternative healing techniques, how science and historical data proves the existence of OBE’s, reincarnation and the spirit dimension.

They will be conducting healing sessions at Digits Wellness Center in West Palm Beach, and seminars at Jarmar Enlightenment Center in Palm Beach Gardens on 1/15/16, and at Agape Healing Arts in Tequesta on (1/20/16 ). Dr. Dave will also be conducting a Group Hypnotherapy Weight Loss session at Publix Greenwise’s Community room in Legacy Place, Palm Beach Gardens on 1/25/16 (see calendar section).

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newsbriefs Your insurance company may own you money!

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Understand What a Public Adjuster Does For You Public adjusters are insurance claim professionals who spend their time interpreting house owner’s insurance policies, evaluating apartment damages, and estimating the cost of repairs. Once the public adjuster identifies what must be restored, and how much it will cost, they discuss with insurance providers on behalf of the homeowner. They will carry on negotiations until the claim has been settled.

Our core focus is maximizing and expediting your insurance claim, whether it is a re-open or new claim. We obtain all necessary reports from experts and make sure all provisions in your policy are properly filled .It is not too late ,you have a 5 year to file or re-open any claim.

When your property has been damaged, the best thing you can do is turn to work with public adjusters.

With our many years of experience in dealing with insurance claims, we provide you with the help you need to get your home back in top-notch condition. We’ll be able to tell you the costs for reconstructing, repairing, and replacing all areas of your damaged home. When you find yourself staring at property damages, turn to our public adjusters for the help you.

Public adjusters work for policyholders and not insurers, which ensures that any action we take will be in your best interest.

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Contenders, we have numerous years of experience helping property owners settle their insurance claims. Our public adjusters are well versed in the fire insurance claims process and can provide you with valuable advice and information at each step. They can help make sure that every step of your claim is done properly, so the entire process can be less of a frustrating experience for you. For example, they can help you prepare the needed documentation and evidence that you would need to submit to your insurance company with your fire damage claim.

Water Damage Claims Every year, hundreds of thousands of water damage claims are made in the country, making it one of the most common types of property insurance claims. There are various causes of water damage, but the majority of them happen due to faulty plumbing (such as burst pipes), appliances that leak or water faucets that were left running.

Water damage can create health hazards and other dangers in any home or business that is affected by it. Because of this, rapid action needs to be taken if it happens. If water gets into a place where it’s not supposed to be, damages can happen in just a few minutes. Moisture can cause stains on walls, floors and ceilings.

This moisture can then lead to the growth and proliferation of mold, thus resulting in even more damage to the property.

Because of the need to take urgent action, it might be necessary to begin cleaning up and restoring your property before you even get the chance to file a damage insurance claim. You may opt to perform the clean up tasks yourself, or hire a water damage expert if the damage is more extensive. But whatever you do, you should first document the damage before you start.

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Policyholders are responsible for giving their insurance company all the necessary information and evidence to back up their claim of water damage. If you are unfamiliar with how insurance claims work, or if this is the first time you have had to file a water damage claim, you could miss some very important details when you collect evidence of damages. This could then result in problems with your claim.

We can help you throughout the entire claims process by helping you gather the needed documentation that your insurer will require. This will help ensure that you will receive all the compensation that you are eligible for under your property insurance policy Fire / Smoke Damage Claims The recovery process after a fire hits your home or business is certainly a difficult one.

Even a small fire that is rapidly brought under control can create an insurance claim that is quite lengthy and complicated, once you take into consideration the damages caused not only by the fire itself, but also by smoke and water. In some cases, the damages caused by the smoke and the water used to bring the fire under control will be considerable For policyholders who don’t have experience dealing with fire damage claims, this could mean a very unpleasant experience. But filing a fire damage claim doesn’t have to be a long and complicated process for you Mold Damage Claims Previously, most property insurance types covered mold damage if it was caused by a covered peril, which could be a sudden and unexpected burst pipe, storm, the result of fire control measures, or any other reason that would have normally been covered by your insurance policy.

Now that more scientific knowledge has been made available about mold and its effects on human health, many more individuals are concerned about it. If the mold infestation is severe, cleaning it up will often be a procedure that is both costly and dangerous. As a result, a large number of insurance companies have removed any coverage for mold damage from their property insurance policies. This exclusion applies even if the mold has formed as a direct result of a covered However, there are cases where insurers will still provide

coverage for damage resulting from a mold or fungus infestation if you pay an additional premium. If your property is affected by mold, you should take immediate action to remedy the situation. Mold growth can result in severe property damage, in addition to being a serious health hazard to certain individuals. Even before they excluded coverage for mold damage from their policies, many insurance companies would downplay the possible seriousness of a mold infestation.

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Chiropractic? For My Child?

That’s usually the response I get when I talk to people about getting their children checked by a chiropractor. Chiropractic has very little to do with bad backs and stiff necks, both of which kids rarely have. Chiropractic has to do with health and human performance. It deals primarily with the nervous system ... you know the system that actually controls the entire body. When spinal bones go out of alignment, they tend to pinch the delicate nerves exiting the spinal cord... those nerves are the pathways for the brain’s messages to get to the rest of the body. These subluxations, as they are called, decrease LIFE going to certain parts of the body and can lead to problems. Kids do lots of things to cause the spine to go out of alignment: sports, wrestling with their siblings, falls, carrying heavy backpacks, the list goes on and on. But unfortunately, kids usually don’t get pain when the spine goes out of alignment. How then can you know if your child is healthy? A visit to the chiropractor is in order. Dr. Lewis Singer has been seeing newborns, toddlers, pre-teens and teens for over 20 years. Isn’t it time to get the family checked?

Singer Family Chiropractic Dr. Lewis Singer, Chiropractor Old fashioned hands on straight chiropractic with no therapies.

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esearch published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has found people that feel younger than their years have a lower incidence of earlier mortality.

Conducted by scientists from the UK’s University College London, the research analyzed data from 6,489 people and measured their self-perceived age with the question, “How old do you feel you are?” Then, over more than eight years, the scientists tracked the number of deaths from all causes.

Almost 70 percent of those that averaged a little over 65 reported feeling at least three years younger than their chronological age. Only a quarter said they felt close to their age and about 5 percent said they felt more than a year older.

The research found that deaths among those that felt younger were 14 percent, while more than 18 percent of those who felt their own age and more than 24 percent of people that felt older died during the follow-up period. The research further found that individuals that felt at least three years younger were less likely to die later from heart disease or cancer. These relationships prevailed even when other health and lifestyle factors were eliminated.

Co-author Andrew Steptoe, Ph.D., says, “We expected to find an association between self-perceived age and mortality. We didn’t expect that the relationship would still be present even when wealth, other socio-demographic indicators, health, depression, mobility and other factors were taken into account.”

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wo common vitamins are making headlines in medical research. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that supplementation with vitamin E may reduce the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

The five-year study followed 561 Alzheimer’s patients and included a placebo and the pharmaceutical drug memantine. Those that took vitamin E had a reduced progression of the disease compared to both a placebo group and the memantine group.

Also, researchers from the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center found that vitamin D supplementation reduced the risk of falling for elderly folks. The study had a vitamin D supplement or a placebo delivered through a Meals-on-Wheels program to 68 people.

The subjects were given blood tests and their history of falls was measured. Diaries revealed that the individuals taking vitamin D supplements fell less than half the number of times than the placebo group.

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he UK’s University of East Anglia and the University of Stirling conducted a study of individuals with autistic traits among 312 people recruited through social media, including 75 diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorder. Each of the subjects completed a series of creativity tests in which they determined uses of mundane objects.

Published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, the study found that while the autistic people chose fewer uses for each object, their choices were significantly more original and creative. The subjects developed a greater range of “divergent thinking”.

Martin Doherty, Ph.D., co-author of the study, confirms, “People with high autistic traits can have less quantity, but greater quality of creative ideas. They are typically considered to be more rigid in their thinking, so the fact that the ideas they have are more unusual or rare is surprising. This difference may have positive implications for creative problem solving.”

The researchers found that while the average person will utilize simple mental strategies to produce more obvious answers first, autistic people tend to first utilize more demanding strategies during their processing, thus producing the more creative result.

Sunlight Reduces Risk of Pancreatic Cancer

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esearchers from the University of California (UC) School of Medicine at San Diego have determined that regions with greater exposure to ultraviolet (UV)-B radiation from the sun and reduced cloud cover have significantly lower incidence of pancreatic cancer.

In an analysis of global rates of the disease, the research, published in the Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, demonstrated that areas with more sunshine had only one-sixth of the pancreatic cancer rates of areas with less sunshine.

The farther from the equator, the less is the exposure to UV-B radiation, leading to less body production of vitamin D.

Study author Cedric F. Garland, doctor of public health, a UC professor and member of the UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center, says, “If you’re living at a high latitude or in a place with a lot of heavy cloud cover, you can’t make vitamin D most of the year, which results in a higher-than-normal risk of getting pancreatic cancer.”

According to World Cancer Research Fund International, 338,000 new cases of pancreatic cancer are diagnosed annually, and it is the seventh most lethal form of cancer.

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Leave Them at the Door: Shoe Soles Harbor Risky Bacteria

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esearch from the University of Houston has determined that a species of bacteria that has become resistant to many antibiotics might be tracking into homes on the soles of shoes. More than a third of randomly tested homes were contaminated with Clostridium difficile bacteria, and 40 percent of doorsteps were also infected with the bacteria. Depending upon the strain, C. difficile can cause intestinal infections, inflammation and severe diarrhea.

Study author M. Jahangir Alam, Ph.D., comments, “Shoes are contaminated from diverse sources, and we are regularly contaminating our doorsteps by shoes.”

The researchers tested three to five household items within 30 houses in Houston, Texas. They collected 127 environmental samples—from 63 shoe bottoms, 15 bathroom surface samples, 12 house floor dusts and 37 other household surfaces

They found that 41 of them harbored C. difficile and nearly 40 percent of the shoes were positive for the bacteria. They also found that a third of the bathroom surfaces harbored the bacteria, a third of house dust and 19 percent of other surfaces maintained the bacteria.

The cause of many intestinal disorders, this bacteria species has become increasingly resistant to antibiotics and many household cleaning products.

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

Fish Folly

Marine Life Drops by Half since 1970 The nonprofit World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the Zoological Society of London have jointly determined that industrial-scale overfishing, pollution and climate change have killed half of all marine life over the last 40 years. The Living Blue Planet Report cites that species essential to the global food supply are among the hardest hit, partially due to humans catching them faster than they can reproduce. Large swaths of coral reefs, mangroves and sea grasses have also died, further decimating fish populations.

Statistics show that the family of fish that includes tuna and mackerel has declined by 75 percent since 1970. The number of species is also declining; a quarter of all shark and ray species face extinction. Half of all coral has already disappeared, and the rest will vanish by 2050 if temperatures continue to rise at current rates. “Coral reefs occupy less than 1 percent of the ocean surface, but they harbor a third of ocean species,” says French biologist Gilles Boeuf.

The WWF report argues that protected global ocean area should be tripled by 2020 and fish retailers should source from companies that follow certified best practice standards.

Source: Tinyurl.com/WWF2015BluePlanetReport

Drive-Thru Vegan

Amy’s Opens Organic Fast Food Restaurant California now hosts the nation’s first Amy’s Organic Drive-Thru restaurant, in Rohnert Park, with a vegetarian menu sporting veggie burgers, salads and dishes served in both regular and vegan varieties. Ingredients are sustainably grown and GMO-free (no genetically modified ingredients).

The company’s signature frozen pizzas have been popular for years in health food and grocery stores nationwide, and now Amy’s first restaurant is serving them hot, with toppings ranging from spinach and diced tomatoes to a choice of mozzarella cheese or vegan “cheeze”.

While some other fast food restaurants import almost all of their products from factory farming operations and give nothing back to the community, Amy’s DriveThru grows produce sustainably on its own roof. Amy’s Kitchen, a family-owned, privately held organic frozen food company, reportedly pays workers a living wage with health benefits.

On the inaugural restaurant’s popularity, Manager Paul Schiefer remarks, “It’s given us a lot of hope that this is a concept that works.”

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Eastern Practices Penetrate U.S. Corporate Culture Aetna CEO Mark Bertolini has introduced free yoga and meditation classes for employees of the health insurance giant, and more than 13,000 are participating. On average, they experienced a 28 percent reduction in their stress levels, 20 percent improvement in sleep quality, 19 percent reduction in pain and 62 minutes per week of extra productivity.

“We have this groundswell inside the company of people wanting to take the classes,” says Bertolini. “It’s been pretty magical.” He sells the same classes to businesses that contract with Aetna.

Google now offers emotional intelligence courses for employees and General Mills has a meditation room in every building on its Minneapolis corporate campus. Even conservative Wall Street firms such as Goldman Sachs are teaching meditation on the job.

Some programs, from yoga sessions for factory workers to guided meditations for executives, are intended to improve overall well-being; others to increase focus and productivity. Most aim to make employees more present-minded, less prone to make rash decisions and generally nicer people to work with.

More than 21 million individuals now practice yoga nationwide, double the number from a decade ago, and nearly as many meditate, according to the National Institutes of Health.

Source: MindfulYogaHealth.com

Puppy Cuddles

Students De-Stress by Petting Dogs At least three universities in England have offered puppy rooms to stressed students.

More than 600 students signed up last year in Bristol alone.

Gordon Trevett, from the University’s Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health, says, “Every year I see students fretting about their exams, and I thought this would be a great way to ease the stress and take their minds off it. People with dogs have lower blood pressure in stressful situations than those without a dog, and we know that playing with a dog can elevate levels of serotonin and dopamine, which calm and relax.”

Jo Woods, from the Bristol Students Union, says, “It’s important to do fun and different things to de-stress during exams, and cuddling a puppy is a perfect way to release some endorphins.”

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Sesame Street Addresses Autism

Sci-Fi Solution

Beaming Solar Power to Earth from Space A great deal of solar power falls on our planet, but a lot more misses us and goes off into space. Scientists at JAXA, Japan’s space administration, have made a major breakthrough in accurate wireless power transmission on Earth that bodes well for solar space technology. The team beamed 1.8 kilowatts of power, enough to power an electric tea kettle, more than 50 meters to a small receiver without any wires whatsoever.

The researchers were able to accomplish this task by first converting the electrical energy to microwaves, and then beaming them to a remote receiver before converting them back into electrons. The program’s goal is to harness a constant supply of solar energy directly from space using orbital solar farms, and then beam that energy for use on Earth. Solar power generation in space has many advantages over current technology, including the constant availability of energy regardless of the weather or time of day.

Source: Global.jaxa.jp

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NEUROFEEDBACK A Powerful Approach to Chronic Insomnia

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hen Christina’s alarm buzzed at 7 a.m. she arose, paused briefly to admire the stunning colors of the sunrise before making a shopping list for her upcoming dinner party. Hosting a party was something she hadn’t done in years.

This ordinary morning was, in fact, quite extraordinary for Christina, 42, who had suffered 10 years with unrelenting insomnia. She’d tried many remedies – herbal supplements, prescription medications, reading, meditation, journaling…. nothing worked.

When a friend told her about neurofeedback Christina was skeptical: She’d never heard of neurofeedback, and everything she’d tried had failed.

Why should this be different? But then, what if it worked? To her amazement, neurofeedback did work. Christina has slept well for months.

INSOMNIA IS COMPLEX

At Center for Brain in Jupiter, Christina learned that insomnia is complex. In simplified terms insomnia is frequently caused by the brain’s inability to switch from a wide-awake “high gear,” into a “lower gear” needed at bedtime. That high gear can create difficulty going to sleep. Or, it can turn on in the middle of the night to create early awakening – so it’s hard to get back to sleep.

Many different life issues can cause disrupted sleep. Many of the clients who visit the Center for Brain have tried everything. They are desperate to find a way to have a normal well-rested sleep.

Medications don’t teach that. If your brain doesn’t maintain a normal sleep pattern – how do you learn to change it?

Neurofeedback is one of the few tools for insomnia that help reset your brain.

NEUROFEEDBACK “REWIRES” THE BRAIN

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the person cannot fall asleep easily. In others cases they fall asleep but can’t stay asleep, or both occur.”

THE FACT THAT THE BRAIN CAN BE REWIRED, HOWEVER, IS THE VERY PRINCIPLE THAT MAKES NEUROFEEDBACK SO POWERFUL.

When your brain has patterns of not sleeping well, neurofeedback can help improve that.

Neurofeedback is painless, non-invasive and drug-free. Just sit in a chair with sensors on your head, watch a computer screen and relax. The sensors act like stethoscopes, reading the brainwaves, which are displayed on the screen.

THE BRAIN LEARNS TO CALM ITSELF

Many people with insomnia have excess ‘beta’ or excess ‘Alpha’ brainwaves. These can interfere with falling sleep, having restful sleep or not going back to sleep after early awakening.

During training, the moment the brain switches to less beta or alpha waves, it is “rewarded”. Each reward helps guide the brain to slow beta or alpha waves. Slowing down helps relieve insomnia.

Over 3000 licensed health professionals use neurofeedback and report consistent, long-lasting sleep improvements.“Since everyone is different, we cannot predict how many sessions an individual will need to achieve full results,” said Mike, “but many people start to see improvement with 5 to 10 sessions.”

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WHY SLEEP IS GOOD FOR YOU

The Latest Scientific Evidence

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by John Burke

e all need sleep, but most of us don’t get enough of the daily cycle of slumber in today’s always-on-the-go society. At one time or another, we’ve all experienced sleeplessness and its results – lack of alertness, reduced energy and performance, moodiness and in some cases injuries.

While scientists have barely scratched the surface when it comes to why we need sleep and its specific benefits, research over the past two decades has begun to piece together some explanations for why we need to sleep. In the September 2015 issue of Scientific American, an article titled Beyond Memory: The Benefits of Sleep discusses the biological and psychological processes influenced by sleep.

The most prominent findings in the story are that sleep enhances the immune system, hormonal balance, emotional and psychiatric health, and helps us learn and clears toxins from the brain. What remains puzzling is that none of these functions fails in the absence of sleep, making them not absolutely necessary. But anyone who is completely deprived of sleep will die within months.

Here’s the latest from the experts on the need for sleep:

DEATH BY INSOMNIA

Yes, insomnia can kill, but only in rare cases. In 1986, Italian researchers encountered a condition called fatal familial insomnia in the case of a 53-year-old man who died within two months of developing insomnia. The inherited condition had also affected more than two generations of his family.

A study of his brain revealed a massive loss of nerve cells in the thalamus, a walnut-sized structure in the midbrain involved in sensory and motor relay and the regulation of consciousness and sleep. The two regions of the thalamus that were affected play a role in regulating emotional memory and producing sleep spindles, short bursts of brain wave activity associated with the integration of new information.

Scientists have yet to concluded how the deterioration of the thalamus might lead to insomnia or death, but further research discovered that a malformed prion caused the destruction. Prions are also known to cause scrapie in sheep and bovine spongiform encephalopathy 32

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(mad cow disease) in humans. In fatal familial insomnia, the prion is inherited rather than ingested in the case of scrapie and mad cow disease.

In 1989, a study conducted by Carol Everson at the laboratory of leading sleep researcher Allan Rechtschaffen found that rats died within a month of being prevented from entering rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, according to the Scientific American story. Nearly 30 years later, scientists have not identified the specific reason why the rats died.

SLEEP CAN BOOST VACCINE EFFECTIVENESS

Research shows that as little as one night or even a partial sleep loss interferes with the effectiveness of vaccines. A 2013, study looked at two groups of individuals who were given a standard hepatitis A vaccination in the morning.

One group was allowed to sleep while the other was not allowed any sleep until the following night. Four weeks later, the group that was allowed sleep had 97 percent higher antibodies compared to the sleep-deprived group.

Another study consisted of a group of adults who received a standard of three doses of hepatitis B vaccine over a six-month period. Researchers compared the subjects’ average amount of sleep during the week after their first shot to the level of antibody protection they showed after the second shot. The experts found that antibody levels increased 56 percent for every additional hour of sleep. Those with less sleep did not fare so well. Six months after their final vaccination, the test subject who averaged less than six hours of sleep a night during the week of the first vaccination were seven times more likely to have antibody levels so low that they were considered unprotected against hepatitis B infection.

SLEEP HELPS HORMONE FUNCTIONS

Sleep deprivation causes impaired hormonal function, according to Scientific American, citing a University of Chicago experiment that consisted of 11 healthy young men who got four hours of sleep a night. After five nights, their ability to clear glucose from the blood was reduced by 40 percent.

Another study limited the sleep of a group of men for two nights, and scientists measured the amount of ghrelin, an appetite-stimulating hormone.

The amount of the hormone jumped 28 percent. At the same time, the amount of the hunger-inhibiting hormone leptin decreased by 18 percent. This and other studies suggest that reduced sleep could lead to weight gain.

SLEEPLESSNESS, NEGATIVITY & DEPRESSION

A 2006 study conducted at the University of California, Berkeley, studied how a single night of sleep deprivation affected emotional memories of sleepdeprived subjects. Half were shown negative, positive and neutral words and asked to rate their emotionality. After two nights of recovery sleep, they were given a surprise memory test.

Compared to those who slept normally, the sleep deprived group before seeing the words for the first time showed a 40 percent deterioration in their recognition ability. More revealing was the impact of sleep deprivation on the word categories. The sleep deprived group’s recognition of positive and neutral words deteriorated by 50 percent. Their ability to recognize words with negative connotations, however, deteriorated by only 20 percent, meaning that when you are sleep deprived, you form more negative memories.

Not surprisingly, studies over the past two decades have concluded that poor sleep can lead to depression, and a causal evidence of this link has come from studies of sleep apnea, a condition where air flow into the lungs is interrupted during sleep. Still, there is no conclusive evidence yet that poor sleep can cause depression.

MEMORY PROCESSING

While scientists do not know how lack of sleep affect mental health, current research points to the role sleep plays in helping the brain process daily experiences into memory.

The major findings of this research show that sleep leads to the selective stabilization, integration and analysis of new memories, according to Scientific American.

What’s more, studies have found that memories are malleable even after the brain records and consolidates them.

SLEEP HELPS CLEAR BRAIN TOXINS

A 2013 study by the University of Rochester showed that sleep helps clear waste products from the brain.

When researchers injected beta-amyloid (the precursor of the amyloid plaques found between the neurons in Alzheimers disease) into mice, they found it was cleared from the brain during sleep at twice the rate seen in animals that were awake. In addition, they found that the space between cells in the brain increases during sleep, allowing for the better flow of cerebrospinal fluid between the brain and the spine.

Not surprisingly, scientific research shows that not sleeping enough is not a good idea and the studies outlined above suggest that if you don’t sleep enough, your emotional and physical health could suffer.

J John Burke is an Editor of Natural Awakenings of the Palm Beaches John is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine where he earned his B.A. in English (Summa Cum Laude). He served in the United States Marine Corps as an Intelligence Specialist and Embassy Guard and is a Buddhist practitioner and ordained Ngakpa in the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. John has more than 20 years of editorial experience that ranges from print news reporting and editing to web writing, editing, design and project management several years of producing copy at a financial research firm. He now manages and develops web presence for the North America region of a multinational company. natural awakenings

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system and got nothing,” says Mills. With functional medicine, “In a very short time, they had me feeling nearly 100 percent.”

Distinctive Characteristics

The Rise of Functional Medicine New Paradigm Gets to the Root Cause of Disease

by Lisa Marshall

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y the end of 2014, Trina Mills, of Parker, Arizona, had given up on conventional medicine. She’d been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder 17 years earlier and taken medication ever since without feeling her symptoms of fatigue, muscle aches and stomach problems ever fully subside. She’d visited endocrinologists, gastroenterologists and a half-dozen other specialists, each of which offered a different diagnosis and prescribed a different drug.

At one point, she had her gallbladder removed. At another, her doctor suspected she had bleeding in her brain and sent her for a computerized axial tomography (CAT) scan. Some thought she was a hypochondriac; others said she was depressed. “I would tell them, ‘I’m just depressed that you can’t figure out why I’m so sick,’” she says.

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Weighing a skeletal 82 pounds, the 54-year-old mother of three finally wrote out a living will and braced for the inevitable. Then she heard of a new Center for Functional Medicine opening at the prestigious, century-old Cleveland Clinic. As the first clinic of its kind to open at an academic medical center, it promised to look at the underlying causes of disease, while focusing on the whole person, rather than isolated symptoms.

Intrigued, Mills caught a flight to Ohio and soon was offering up 30 tubes of blood, stool and saliva samples, as well as an exhaustive life history. One year later, thanks to a series of personalized diet and lifestyle changes, she’s 10 pounds heavier and feels better than she has in decades. “I spent a lot of years and money in the traditional medical

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In the 25 years since nutritional biochemist Jeffrey Bland, Ph.D., of Gig Harbor, Washington, coined the term, this science-based, whole-body approach to addressing chronic disease has gained widespread traction. More than 100,000 physicians—60 percent of them medical doctors—have trained with the Institute for Functional Medicine he founded in Washington and New Mexico, and numerous medical schools have added its tenets to their curricula. More naturopaths and chiropractors are also distinguishing themselves with a functional medicine emphasis.

“It is not alternative medicine at all,” stresses Bland, whose latest book, The Disease Delusion, details how functional medicine can curb chronic diseases like arthritis, diabetes, dementia, and heart disease, which constitute 78 percent of U.S. health care costs. “It’s the basis of 21st-century health care,” he says.

For most of the 20th century, conventional medicine centered on a singular objective: Arrive at a diagnosis and treat it with drugs or surgery. Then, the alternative medicine movement proffered a toolbox of more natural therapies, including acupuncture, herbs and massage to address these same diagnoses. The 1990s brought integrative medicine, a best-of-both-worlds approach.

“While all of the above have merit, they lack the necessary guidance to help practitioners determine which tools work best for which patient,” says Dr. Mark Hyman, director of the Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Functional Medicine. “Alternative therapies and conventional treatments are tools. We need a new map that can teach us how to skillfully use those tools,” maintains Hyman. “That map is functional medicine.”

Because one chronic disease such as diabetes can have dozens of underlying causes, or one culprit such as a genetic predisposition or exposure to toxins can lead to multiple chronic conditions, functional medicine focuses on systems, rather than organs, and origins, rather

than diseases. “It’s about listening to the patient’s story in a different way, where the objective is not simply about arriving at a diagnosis,” explains Bland.

Ferreting Out Key Clues

Key to discovering the underlying origins of a health issue are a host of new gene, blood and gut health tests. “They allow us to look under the patient’s ‘metabolic hood’ at the genetic and biochemical factors influencing health,” says Naturopathic Doctor Kara Fitzgerald, who heads up a functional medicine clinic in Newtown, Connecticut.

For instance, certain genes influence how a person burns and stores fat.

Depending on which variant a patient has, based on a genetic test, they might be guided toward a higher- or lower-fat diet. Those genetically prone to difficulty in metabolizing the amino acid homocysteine (an excess of which can raise the risk of heart disease) might be advised to take folic acid supplements.

If a patient displays intractable gut problems, rather than simply look for blood or pathogens in the stool, Fitzgerald also looks at the DNA of their gut microbiome, mapping out which strains of good bacteria are present or absent and prescribing prebiotics, probiotics or whole foods to promote a healthful balance.

For another patient with thinning hair and aching joints, she might use specialized blood tests to look for micronutrient deficiencies, signs of allergies or certain autoantibodies—proteins produced by the immune system that mistak-

enly attack one’s own tissues—that might herald a brewing autoimmune disorder.

“Research shows that predictive autoantibodies can show up in the blood 10 or even 20 years before an autoimmune disease such as Type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis or rheumatoid arthritis makes itself known,” says Fitzgerald, pointing to a seminal review published in 2007 in Scientific American: “If a patient with mild, early-stage symptoms is proactive with diet and lifestyle changes, they may be able to fend it off.”

High-tech tests aside, Bland stresses that what’s most important is “a tool that has been largely lost in medicine today: Knowing how to listen to the patient.”

In a typical exam, Fitzgerald thoroughly inspects often neglected body parts, including the tongue and fingernails, which can hold important clues to underlying health. She asks about past emotional trauma which might trigger chronic disease, and inquires about what environmental toxins and harmful chemicals both the patient and their birth parents may have been exposed to. One example might be a patient exposed to cigarette smoking in utero having a bias toward an allergic disease. If their parents grew up in a period of famine, they might have inherited a genetic disposition for rapid weight gain.

“She spent two-and-a-half hours with me,” in her initial consultation, recalls 52-year-old Lauren Zambrelli, of Long Island, New York, who credits Fitzgerald for helping her tame her multiple sclerosis into remission. “It was like having a sister for a doctor.”

Lobby for Change To lobby for consistent insurance coverage of more complementary therapies, check out these resources.

CoverMyCare (CoverMyCare.org). This national grassroots advocacy campaign, a project of the Integrative Healthcare Policy Consortium, aims to support the proper full implementation of Section 2706 of the Affordable Care Act, which states that insurers cannot leave licensed practitioners like naturopaths, chiropractors, massage therapists or Oriental medicine practitioners out of their provider networks. It still lacks enforcement at the state level, although Oregon and Rhode Island recently passed legislation to fix the existing loophole; California, Hawaii, Minnesota and New Mexico are working to do the same.

American Sustainable Business Council (Tinyurl.com/Integrative Reimbursement). The organization recently launched a campaign to urge insurers to cover integrative practices.

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hile most practitioners recommend that patients consult with a physician to interpret their test results, several companies offer gene, blood and microbiome lab testing directly to consumers. Here are a few options to consider.

uBiome, Inc. (Ubiome.com): Send in swab samples from gut, mouth, nose, genitals and/or skin and the company will genetically sequence the DNA of resident bacteria and send findings back within six weeks, identifying good and bad varieties present, deficiencies, and how that personal microbiome compares to others with similar lifestyles, such as smokers, vegans, meat-eaters, etc. It’s also possible to test a client’s microbiome over time to see if dietary changes implemented to change gut health are working.

WellnessFX (WellnessFX.com): Visit an affiliated diagnostic lab to submit blood samples with results posted within a week on a secure website. Different packages targeting weight loss, sports performance, heart health or women’s health issues look at different biomarkers in the blood, such as levels of certain micronutrients, hormones or signs of inflammation. Clients can request an online consultation with a doctor or dietitian to interpret the results.

Pathway Genomics (Pathway. com): The company’s DNA Insight Genetic Health and Wellness Tests use genetic material taken from saliva to analyze genetic markers.

Ordered via a licensed practitioner, online or through a smartphone app, clients receive a kit, send in a sample and get results within three weeks. The Pathway Fit tests snapshot 75 genetic markers related to metabolism and sports performance.

Others look for genes that influence nutrient absorption, heart health or hormonal function.

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Who Pays

Functional medicine doctors don’t shy away from prescription drugs when necessary, but they do lean decidedly toward the lower-tech modalities, using dietary supplements, allergen-free diets, exercise, mind-body practices and toxin avoidance as their primary tools. “We basically take out the bad stuff from the body and put in the good stuff,” says Hyman.

Maintaining good health is priceless, but without conventional insurance coverage, it can be expensive. While Mills’ doctor visits were covered by insurance (which is rare), she spends roughly $1,000 a month on supplements to address her diagnosed leaky gut syndrome, nutrient deficiencies and mercury poisoning. Zambrelli has paid thousands out of her own pocket, too.

Some people worry that, like most conventional physicians, some functional medicine practitioners place too much emphasis on expensive tests and too little on the most crucial and affordable remedy—self-care. “Functional medicine as a concept is an important step for-

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ward,” says integrative medicine pioneer Dr. James Gordon, founder of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine, in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco. “However, some practitioners do a lot of tests and prescribe a lot of supplements and work on cleaning out the gut, but neglect the psychological, spiritual and social issues. That concerns me.”

Bland and Hyman concede that some practitioners over-test, but say that will fade over time as they learn to better discriminate which ones are useful for specific patients. Several efforts also are underway to get more functional medicine providers and the acupuncturists, massage therapists and nutritionists they work with covered under the Affordable Care Act, which expressly emphasizes a need for more preventive medicine.

Viewing the big picture, Bland believes that functional medicine is just what the country needs to save on exploding healthcare costs. Rather than spending dollars on extraordinary measures to save heart attack victims or diabetics in emergencies, we can prevent such dire situations by identifying under-

lying problems sooner and halting their progression.

In the meantime, some patients are finding priceless relief. “Am I poorer right now? Yes,” says Mills. “Am I healthier?

Way. It’s been so worth it.”

Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO, who specializes in health care. Connect at LisaAnn Marshall.com.

Learn More Online Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine Tinyurl.com/Center4 FunctionalMedicine Dr. Kara Fitzgerald’s blog DrKaraFitzgerald.com/blog Functional Forum FunctionalForum.com Dr. Mark Hyman’s blog DrHyman.com/blog Institute for Functional Medicine FunctionalMedicine.org

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Thousands of Studies Show Healing Results

by Kathleen Barnes

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he ancient Chinese art of acupuncexplains that acupuncture works by stimuture is gaining popularity in modern lating and releasing the body’s natural pain Western medicine for many reasons. relievers, including endorphins, producing “There’s lots of research to support the the feel-good brain chemical serotonin effectiveness of acupuncture for a wide va- and relieving inflammation, as well as riety of conditions,” says Thomas Burgoon, bringing many other body processes into a medical doctor who practices internal normal function. medicine in West Chester, Pennsylvania,

Brevard, North Carolina, licensed and is president of the master acupuncturist Paul The U.S. Library of American Academy of Buchman, adds, “AcuMedical Acupuncture, an puncture differs from Medicine database association of doctors of conventional Western medicine and osteopathic lists more than 23,000 medicine in many ways, medicine that use acustudies on acupuncture. primarily in that when puncture in conjunction it treats a disease on with conventional treatments. the physical level, it also has far-reaching

Acupuncture treatments typically effects on our mental, emotional and spiriinvolve the nearly painless insertion of very tual aspects.” thin needles to stimulate the body’s natural Chronic back pain: Chronic low back repair and regulation mechanisms based pain affects 80 percent of us at some time on the fundamental Chinese medicine and is the second-most common cause of principle that the inside of the body can disability in American adults, according to often be treated from the outside. Burgoon a University of North Carolina at Chapel

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Hill study published discontinued.

Find a local physician were in the Journal of the German researchers at American Medical Astrained in medical Berlin’s Charité Unisociation. versity Medical Center acupuncture at A recent study of found similar effects for Australian patients arriv- MedicalAcupuncture.org/ seasonal allergies by ing in Melbourne hosit with the FindAnAcupuncturist comparing pital emergency rooms effects of antihistamines complaining of low and sham acupuncture. back pain found that those treated with

“Patterns of bad health get more acupuncture experienced as much pain ingrained in our body systems as we get relief in an hour as those given drugs. older,” says Melanie Katin, a licensed

“When I treat a person for low back acupuncturist specializing in treating pain, I always take pulses in several parts children in New York City and profesof the body, and then take into account sor at the Pacific College of Oriental many factors, including age, gender Medicine. “If we can catch an illness in and life situation,” says Buchman. “The a child’s first seven or eight years, we underlying causes of the pain may be dif- may be able to prevent it from becoming ferent in a 20-something student with a chronic in adulthood.” stressful academic load than a 50-some Digestive problems: Acupuncture thing woman that’s a recent empty nester has been found to be effective for treating redefining her future,” he explains. colic in babies, irritable bowel syndrome,

When researchers at China’s Central morning sickness and postoperative South University reviewed 13 studies on nausea caused by anesthesia and chemoacupuncture and low back pain, they therapy treatments, verified in research concluded that comprehensive treatfrom Australia’s University of Sydney on ment plans that involve acupuncture are patients after surgery for metastatic liver urgently needed. cancer. Several other studies, including

Headache: Acupuncture has long one from the Milwau-kee’s Medical Colbeen used to relieve the pain of milege of Wisconsin, show that acupuncgraines and tension headaches. Austure rebalances the nervous system and tralian research published in Evidencerestores proper digestive function, while Based Complementary and Alternative relieving pain.

Medicine found that 16 acupuncture

The World Health Organization sessions cut in half the number of days review of research notes how acupuncthat patients experienced migraines, ture relieved gastrointestinal (GI) spasms significantly reducing pain. better than atropine injections, and also

“Acupuncture is a must-try therapy recommends acupuncture for relief of for anyone with migraines or chronic or nausea. “Acupuncture helps calm down tension-type headaches,” says Burgoon. an overactive GI tract and stimulates an He notes that Aetna Insurance Company underactive one,” explains Burgoon. policy considers acupuncture among ac Acupuncture is a non-pharmaceucepted, medically necessary treatments tical remedy for many health problems, for migraines, chronic low back pain, Burgoon says. “I fell in love with acuknee osteoarthritis, postoperative dental puncture when I discovered I could use pain and nausea associated with surgery, it to treat some problems that nothing pregnancy and chemotherapy. else helped. I almost never prescribe any

Asthma and allergies: More than 25 medications. Instead, I help people get million Americans have asthma, includoff pharmaceuticals.” ing 6.8 million children. Danish research published in the journal Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine showed Kathleen Barnes is author of many natural that 10 acupuncture sessions given over health books, including The Calcium Lie a three-month period reduced asthma 2: What Your Doctor Still Doesn’t Know, symptoms and use of inhaled steroids, with Dr. Robert Thompson. but only when acupuncture was ongoConnect at KathleenBarnes.com. ing. Benefits diminished when treatments

No Needles Needed for Kids

by Kathleen Barnes

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cupuncture can be helpful for children, especially in treating asthma, allergies and childhood digestive disorders, including colic, says Melanie Katin, a licensed acupuncturist who specializes in treating children in New York City.

“Acupuncture for children rarely involves the use of needles. Since their qi (life force) flows very close to the surface of their skin, it doesn’t require a lot of movement to get things flowing in the right direction,” she explains.

Acupuncture for kids typically involves light, fast brushing of the skin to encourage a healing circulation of energy. Katin teaches parents to continue treatments at home.

She explains that it’s still technically acupuncture, not acupressure, which would involve prolonged stimulation of the body’s energy meridian sites. Sometimes she includes the use of small instruments for tapping or brushing the skin and tuning forks to stimulate the meridian points. She remarks, “The kids love it.”

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inter season soups on chilly days can warm us, both body and soul. Whatever our food preferences or time constraints, some new twists on traditional favorites will satisfy everyone’s taste buds—with an accent on healthy pleasure. Here’s where to start.

Reinventing the past. From her Colorado mountain home, Jenny McGruther, author of The Nourished Kitchen, celebrates the wisdom of traditional foodways, making nutrient-dense, healing soup broth from bones, water, vegetables and seasonings. McGruther’s twist is to make it in a six-quart slow cooker.

Once her family has dined on organic roast or rotisserie chicken, she simmers the bones with purified water, a bay leaf or two, a few whole peppercorns and a few chopped organic vegetables like onion, carrot and celery on the low setting

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for 24 hours. Then she ladles the broth through a coffee strainer into another container, refreshes the slow cooker with more water and simmers the bones and seasonings for another 24 hours. Eventually, the broth will have less flavor and color, and that’s when McGruther starts all over again.

“I call this perpetual soup,” she says.

She blogs at NourishedKitchen.com.

Slowing it down. With homemade broth on hand, it’s easy to make the Italian winter staple of Tuscan Vegetable Bean Soup. Cookbook authors and slow cooker experts Kathy Moore and Roxanne Wyss, from Lee’s Summit, Missouri, love to make this when they’re working on a cookbook deadline. They simply use what they have in the refrigerator, freezer or pantry.

“With a soup like this you can always substitute one vegetable for another, ad-

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justing the recipe to what you enjoy and have on hand,” advises Moore. The pair blogs at PluggedIntoCooking.com.

Speeding it up. Sometimes, we need a single serving of homemade soup fast.

Award-winning recipe developer and cookbook author Camilla Saulsbury, of Nacogdoches, Texas, whips up a Pumpkin Sage Soup that can simmer in a saucepan within minutes, ready to be enjoyed in a mug.

Saulsbury uses organic canned pumpkin, full of vitamins, which can vary in sweetness. “If needed,” she suggests, “add a drizzle of maple syrup to enhance the flavor of the soup.”

Making “bisque” in a high-speed blender. Karen Adler is an avid grower of organic tomatoes in her Kansas City garden. When the seasonal harvest comes to an end, Adler grills or oven roasts the tomatoes, along with organic peppers and onions, and then freezes them, ready to make Roasted Tomato Bisque any time of the year.

“My secret to a light bisque without using cream is to blend all the roasted vegetables together with a high-speed blender to give it body. A swirl of extravirgin olive oil at the end finishes ensuring the satisfying flavor,” she says.

Going cold. Douglas McNish, head chef at Toronto’s raw and vegan restaurant Raw Aura, serves a popular Lemon, Cucumber and Dill Soup, which is easy to make in a food processor. “This soup is amazing this time of year, when most of our diets may be lacking in healthy fats and trace minerals,” says McNish.

Warming up. Two cookbook authors teamed up across many miles to write 300 Sensational Soups. Meredith Deeds lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, while Carla Snyder resides in Cleveland, Ohio.

They’ve mutually discovered the naturally warming properties of curry powder in Curried Coconut Chickpea Soup.

Snyder observes, “A good soup nourishes the heart, as well as the stomach, spreading a feeling of satisfaction and contentment.”

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

SOUP’S ON! Tasty Recipes for Winter Meals or until the vegetables are as tender as desired. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish if desired with additional minced basil.

Adapted from PluggedIntoCooking.com,

by Kathy Moore and Roxanne Wyss

Pumpkin Sage Soup Yields: 1 serving

Tuscan Vegetable Bean Soup Yields: 6 servings 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 large yellow onion, chopped 3 carrots, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 cup frozen, cut green beans 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (14.5 oz, BPA-free) diced tomatoes, with liquid 4 cups bone broth or 1 carton (32 oz) vegetable broth 2 tsp Italian seasoning 1 /8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup chopped fresh broccoli 1 can (15 oz, BPA-free) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 2 Tbsp minced fresh basil, plus additional for garnish Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

¾ cup ready-to-use chicken or vegetable broth 2 /3 cup pumpkin purée (not pie filling) ¼ tsp dried rubbed sage 3 Tbsp half-and-half, whole milk or coconut creamer Salt and freshly ground black pepper In a saucepan, bring the broth, pumpkin and sage to a simmer over medium-high heat. In the mug, stir broth, pumpkin and sage until blended. Stir in cream and heat for 1 minute more. Season it to taste with salt and pepper before pouring into a mug. Garnish with roasted pumpkin seeds.

Adapted from 250 Best Meals in a Mug,

by Camilla V. Saulsbury

Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add onions, carrot and celery and cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes. Stir in the green beans and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Stir in tomatoes, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Heat, covered, until boiling, and then reduce heat to a simmer and cook 15 to 20 minutes.

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Roasted Tomato Bisque 4 large beefsteak tomatoes, sliced 2 red bell peppers, seeded and sliced 1 large red onion, peeled and sliced 2 Tbsp plus ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp hot pepper sauce Bone broth or vegetable broth, if necessary Add fine dry or gluten-free bread crumbs and sliced green onion for garnish

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Yields: 8 servings

Lemon, Cucmber and Dill Soup Yields: 2 servings

date sugar 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice 2 cups (about 3 oz) packed baby spinach Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Toasted shredded coconut for garnish

Preheat the oven to 425° F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Arrange the tomatoes, bell peppers and onion on the baking sheets and drizzle with the two tablespoons of olive oil. Roast for 30 minutes or until soft and browned at the edges.

2 cups chopped peeled, seeded cucumber ½ cup chopped romaine lettuce ¼ cup filtered water ¼ cup chopped fresh dill fronds 1 clove garlic 3 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ½ tsp fine sea salt

Transfer to a Vitamix or similar blender.

Add the remaining half-cup olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt and hot pepper sauce and blend until smooth. Add a little bone broth or vegetable broth if the soup is too thick. Serve each bowl with a sprinkling of breadcrumbs and thinly sliced green onion.

In a food processor fitted with its metal blade, process cucumber, lettuce, water, dill, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and salt until smooth. Transfer to a bowl.

Cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour or up to 3 hours. Serve garnished with a dollop of vegan sour cream, if preferred, and additional dill.

Add stock and coconut milk; cook for 10 minutes. Add chickpeas and zucchini; cook another 10 minutes, or until potatoes and zucchini are tender. Stir in brown sugar and lime juice. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into heated bowls and garnish with coconut.

Adapted from The Gardener and the Grill, by Karen Adler and Judith Fertig

Adapted from Eat Raw, Eat Well,

by Douglas McNish

Adapted from 300 Sensational Soups, by Carla Snyder and Meredith Deeds

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Treating Autism

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n The Autism Revolution, Pediatric Neurologist and Neuroscientist Martha Herbert approaches autism as a wholebody condition that can improve, rather than be a static, lifelong genetic brain disorder.

“It’s the way the brain is shifted into acting when faced with a combination of stressors—some, but not all of which are genetic—at a vulnerable point in development,” says Herbert. Non-genetic challenges can come from the immune system, nutrition, the environment and stress. “Addressing them can make a profound difference in the condition; maybe even turning it around.”

Herbert directs the Treatment Research and Neuroscience Evaluation of Neurodevelopmental Disorders (TRANSCEND) program at a joint Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Massachusetts General Hospital Medical Imaging facility.

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partnering in developing the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorder and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of California, San Francisco.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability, now affecting one in 68 children and one in 42 boys. Autism Speaks (AutismSpeaks.org) defines autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as a group of complex brain development disorders characterized by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors.

Prevention

Many experts agree that in some cases, autism can be prevented. “Prevention needs to start early—preconception is ideal,” says Dr. Kenneth A. Bock, of Bock Integrative Medicine, in New York, and author of Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma and Allergies.

Emphasizing omega-3 essential fatty acids, folic acid and probiotics during

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pregnancy can be beneficial, and it’s important to avoid iron deficiency, which has been tied to higher rates of autism, Hendren counsels.

Results from a recent University of California, Davis study published in Environmental Health Perspectives reveals increased rates of autism among children of women that live close to pesticidetreated fields during pregnancy, particularly during the second and third trimesters. Hendren says, “Living near heavily sprayed fields can be very detrimental.

Living close to freeways or downwind of coal-fired power plants is also associated with autism.”

If heavy metal toxicity in blood is confirmed, chelation therapy is often used to remove metals, although Hendren advises against using it for the general treatment of ASD. “Chelators pull out mercury, along with other metals, a process that can be harmful. Instead, think about diet and nutritional supplements that can help detoxify the body more safely,” he explains.

Bock says, “It’s not enough to detoxify, we have to remove and prevent exposure to neurodevelopmental toxins.”

Herbert suggests avoiding toxic household products, electromagnetic exposure from devices such as cell phones and baby monitors, which can lead to stress, sleep disruption and cell health problems, as well as antibiotic overuse, which can disrupt the gut microbiome, increasing vulnerability to exposure to other harmful chemicals.

Herbert notes some parents observe that their child became autistic after a vaccination but there are also autistic children that are vaccine-free; still others become so after facing other stresses such as illness or trauma. “We need to focus on the underlying vulnerabilities and keep children strong and resilient so they can handle life’s challenges to their health and immune systems,” she says.

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Currently, the only treatment that has been proven to consistently improve the core symptoms of ASD is behavioral therapy designed to foster language, socialization and academic skills. While effective, this approach is time- and staff-intensive.

Relax your attachment to expectations and realize that your child sees, hears and feels the world differently than you.

Broaden your perspective and make every choice a healthy choice. ~Martha Herbert

With the rise and prevalence of autism in the past decade, more parents are turning to complementary and alternative treatments (CAM). Hendren reports that the best researched and safest CAM therapies for treating autism include melatonin to improve sleep, omega-3 fatty acids to ease hyperactivity and possibly improve socialization, multivitamins to supplement a limited diet or poor appetite and methyl B12 injections to protect against oxidative stress. Massage therapy has also proven effective in increasing connectivity with others and reducing over-arousal, while reducing ASD symptoms.

Research remains in its infancy, but other CAMs deemed acceptable for a professionally monitored trial include B6 and magnesium supplements to correct

metabolic aberration, folic acid for improvements in core symptoms, probiotics to ease gastrointestinal distress and iron supplementation for a deficiency.

Although clear benefits have yet to be backed by scientific evidence, many parents of children with ASD report that behavior improves with a diet free of the proteins gluten (found in wheat, barley and rye) and casein (found in dairy).

Other parent-endorsed diets include anti-yeast, anti-hyperglycemia, specific carbohydrate, low-oxalate and specific food reaction regimens.

A review article in the journal Autism Research and Treatment notes that acupuncture, exercise, and music- and animal-assisted therapy have all been reported as helping to reduce a variety of ASD functional and behavioral symptoms.

From sound-dampening headphones that offset loud noises to structuring the environment to anticipate transitions, removing stressors can help reduce the debilitating characteristics of ASD. “This improves abilities to learn and interact with others, but we also don’t want to shelter them from having a chance to learn the rules of social interaction in real-world situations,” advises Hendren.

Because autism is a heterogeneous disorder with numerous subtypes, the

Creating Calm Islands

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ensory kids, like those living with autism spectrum, sensory processing, anxiety or attention deficit disorders, are often highly affected by the design of their physical environments. Here are some tips for removing daily stressors for a more supportive home environment.

Identify the common sensory challenges for the child so the family can create spaces that support them. Kids may struggle with regulating their emotions, initiating tasks, maintaining focus, rigid rules, lack of flexibility or being consistently overwhelmed.

Less is more because these kids

are often more sensitive to environmental stimuli. Tone down the color scheme of their bedroom and playroom, and maintain uncluttered spaces. Clearly defined and labeled areas in certain rooms can help them know what to expect and how to use each space appropriately.

Define areas and tasks with visual aids to foster more focused, calm and flexible interactions. Consider creating a designated dressing area with hooks that hold the next day’s clothes and a laundry hamper. This provides a visual routine to follow and structural aids to help complete the task successfully.

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best individualized combination of treatments can be challenging to identify and can often change throughout one’s life.

Bock reminds families that even with a successful treatment plan, “A parent’s love is the final element that brings these recovering children out of darkness into light.”

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Gulf Coast Alabama/Mississippi (HealthyLiving HealthyPlanet.com).

Create a space to escape and regulate when they return home anxious, overwhelmed or ready to explode; a zone to help them feel calm and connected again. Dark and quiet spots are best, like the corner of a closet, bottom bunk, under a desk or even a cardboard box “cabin”. Add a flashlight, favorite books, beanbags, heavy or weighted blankets, handheld sensory toys and something that taps into the child’s current fascination.

Carolyn Dalgliesh is the founder of Systems for Sensory Kids & Simple Organizing Strategies in North Kingstown, RI, and author of The Sensory Child Gets Organized. Connect at CarolynDalgliesh.com.

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Creative Movement Connects Body, Mind and Spirit

by Gail Condrick

A growing tribe of movers and shakers are discovering and unleashing their power in conscious dance, a combination of moving meditation, soul-stirring music, self-expression and sweat.

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ost are familiar with the performance or competitive dance world of learned steps.

Conscious dance is a non-competitive, body-based way of raising consciousness.

There’s no wrong way to move and your shape and measurements don’t matter,” says Mark Metz, of Berkley, California, founder and executive director of the Dance First Association (DFA) and publisher of the Conscious Dancer Magazine and UpShift Guide.

The group identifies more than 100 forms of conscious dance, ranging from ecstatic dance to somatic movement therapy. Commonalities include body awareness, barefoot movement, inspiring global music and minimal structure facilitated by leaders.

With 1,000 DFA studio locations, many are finding the power of conscious

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dance suits their search for movement with purpose beyond improved fitness as it’s practiced in drug- and alcoholfree club-style events and ecstatic dance experiences, as well as dance fitness programs. “It’s about honoring body intelligence and paying attention to the body and mind-body connection,” says Metz.

“The modalities mentioned most often are 5Rhythms, Soul Motion, Open Floor, JourneyDance, and the Nia Technique,” says Metz. A brief look at three of them shows how each has its own style.

5Rhythms In St. Petersburg, Florida, 22 women have gathered to seek the bliss promised by 5Rhythms, one of the original conscious dance forms, founded by the late Gabrielle Roth. “Find your flow. Feel your

Connecting “within” through Nia Technique For those that prefer more structure, the free and inspired body Nia Technique is the original bare- foot movement is the power of mind-body-spirit fitness practice, activating sensation and awareness in a workconscious dance. connection to the Earth through your feet and release your head,” guides facilitator Amber Ryan, of New York City, who travels the world for dance sessions.

“Use your body as a gateway into the now.” For two hours, dancers move freely and individually, swaying, sensing and interacting in an experience called “the wave”, intended to move energy through the body, release emotions and heal the psyche.

It’s based on Roth’s premise that, “Each of us is a moving center, a space of divine mystery. Though we spend most of our time on the surface in daily ordinary existence, most of us hunger to connect to this space within, to break through to bliss, to be swept into something bigger.”

JourneyDance Toni Bergins, from the Massachusetts Berkshires, is a frequent presenter at the Kripalu Center and Omega Institute for Holistic Studies. After years of studying and teaching movement, drama, creative visualization and gestalt techniques, she combined them in creating JourneyDance. More than 400 trained facilitators now offer it in 60- or 90-minute classes worldwide based on the philosophy, “Move into a new story!” Every class includes visualization, creative movement, affirmations and evocative music, all working together to release emotions and connect with spirit.

“You learn to love your body, expand your emotional intelligence, clear your mind and connect with your inner source,” explains Bergins. “You express yourself, infuse life with creativity and connect with a dancing community.”

Participants engage in a ritual journey of physical transformation, cleansing the body through breath, sweat and expression. In this safe space, “Dancers discover their power and personal heart medicine, their true essence,” says Bergins.

out adaptable for everybody. More than 2,600 instructors in 51 countries offer 60-minute classes where enthusiasts move the way the body is built to move, reaping cardiovascular fitness and therapeutic benefits while having joyful fun.

Dancers, guided by instructor’s moves, feel the rhythm of the music and ground themselves in spirit, equipping themselves to take the self-healing experience into everyday life.

“Nia has always blended form and freedom,” says Debbie Rosas, of Portland, Oregon, co-founder and creator of the technique. “We are now introducing new FreeDance classes to bring what we have learned through Nia to embody consciousness in new ways, conditioning the whole body and nervous system. It’s an invitation to move in free, unbound, unstructured ways to offset the tendency we have to move less as we age.”

Dancers move to music designed to animate each chakra through an eightstage process via a Nia DJ. They’re guided to listen to body feedback through sensation, release emotions and relish being in the present moment. “Regardless of how you act, dress or think, the way you

Dance Sites DanceFirst.com 5Rhythms.com JourneyDance.com NiaNow.com OneDanceTribe.com OpenFloor.org SoulMotion.com feel inside reveals the most accurate truth of oneself and this is reflected in dance,” says Rosas. “Moving without interference allows your unconscious creative self to shine. You can connect to the sacred artist within; the one that holds a palette with endless colors, shapes and possibilities.” She sees life as ultimately a free-style dance into the self that supports a philosophy of “Love your body, love your life”.

“Dance is in everyone’s family tree, a universal message,” says Metz. “In conscious dance, you disconnect from gadgets and reconnect with yourself and others around you. People need that.”

Gail Condrick is a Nia faculty member, retreat leader and archetypal soul coach in Sarasota, FL. Connect at GaelaVisions.com.

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iving green means living well, using what you create with minimal waste,” says Mike Bond, an ecologist and bestselling activist author in Winthrop, Maine. Here, he and other savvy sources share tips to go ever greener in ways that are painless and affordable.

Start Small 4 Choose the best bulb for the job.

Light bulbs can confuse even informed shoppers. Incandescent bulbs last more than 750 hours, but aren’t energy-efficient. Fluorescent bulbs use 75 percent less energy than incandescent and last 10 to 15 times longer. A 20-watt compact fluorescent light (CFL) uses 550 fewer kilowatt-hours than a 75-watt incandescent bulb. For additional information, check Tinyurl.com/Energy InfoLightBulbs. For a free app showing the best buy, visit LightBulbFinder.net.

4 Use appliance thermometers. Widely available, this useful tool will confirm a correct operating temperature of 37 to 40 degrees in the refrigerator and zero degrees in the freezer. According to the 48

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U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a warmer fridge allows bacteria to grow, while 10 degrees cooler than the ideal range increases energy use 25 percent.

Chiller units work harder if the room temperature exceeds 70 degrees, so keep appliances out of direct sunlight and away from the stove.

4 Find the right seeds and plants. Then get quick advice on how many to buy and how and when to plant using the SmartGardener.com step-by-step app. It encompasses more than 3,000 organic, GMO-free, edible varieties.

4 No dishpan hands. A full load of dishes in a water-efficient dishwasher uses four gallons of water versus 24 gallons for handwashing them, according to Seametrics, which manufactures flow meters.

4 Test the toilet. If a few drops of food coloring added to the toilet tank colors water in the bowl, replace the flap. It’s an easy and inexpensive DIY task. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that one in 10 homes leaks a cumulative 90 gallons a day.

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4 Change the car’s air filter. Maintain a clean filter according to manufacturer’s guidelines and visual inspection, about every 30,000 to 45,000 miles.

4 Use an oil-change service. In Connecticut alone, do-it-yourselfers change 9.5 million gallons of motor oil a year, and 85 percent of it ends up in sewers, soil and trash as a major groundwater pollutant. Earth Talk reports that one quart can create a two-acre oil slick; a gallon can contaminate a million gallons of fresh water. While the more costly chemicals in synthetic oil create the same amount of pollution as traditional oil, it doesn’t need to be changed as often.

4 Carpool. The Green Living Ideas media network condones Uber, Lyft and Sidecar apps for making ridesharing ultra-accessible.

Go Greener 4 Replace old appliances with energyefficient models. Check out a unit’s Energy Star rating. Consider a tankless heater for hot water on demand, rather than 24/7 heating.

4 Choose eco-tires. Low rolling resistance improves gas mileage and reduces emissions. Keep tires properly inflated and periodically rotated for longer wear.

Watch for future innovations in sustainable materials currently in research and development.

4 Ban idling. Don’t idle an electronic fuel-injected engine for more than 30 seconds when parked in cold weather;

it warms up faster by being driven, explains the U.S. Department of Energy. Fuel injection engines took over in the 1980s and early 90s. Only older carburetors need a couple of minutes’ warm-up.

The Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory further advises, “Idling for more than 10 seconds uses more fuel and emits more CO2 than engine restarting.”

4 Ask for pet- and eco-friendly antifreeze. Choose less toxic red-orange propylene glycol antifreeze instead of green ethylene glycol antifreeze, which is poisonous to pets and people. Dispose of both types properly, as they are toxic to wildlife and fish via groundwater, as well.

4 Green-clean car windows. Choose a brand like EvergreeN Windshield Washer Fluid, which is plant-derived, eco-friendly, non-toxic and biodegradable. Traditional blue fluid is methanol, combined methyl alcohol and wood alcohol, and extremely poisonous, especially to children and pets.

Go Big 4 Switch to a heat pump. “A heat pump works the reverse of a refrigerator; it takes cold air from the outside and turns it into warm air inside, and uses no oil or gas,” explains Bond.

4 Go solar. It’s the eco-alternative to conventional electricity generation. “Solar means that you’re creating your own power,” says Bond, who has used solar for years. “It works on an elegant cycle—create energy, use energy.” Leased solar panels reduce the cost of equipment, which has dropped dramatically in recent years.

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4 Get a hybrid car. In combination with solar power, a hybrid vehicle can reduce or eliminate daily energy costs. “An electric car is perfect when commutes are not long,” Bond discloses. “If charged in the day, it can serve as the battery for a solar home at night, when no power is being created.”

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Bruce Lipton on the Epigenetics Revolution Our Beliefs Reprogram Our Genetic Destiny

by Linda Sechrist

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ruce Lipton, Ph.D., author of The Biology of Belief and The Honeymoon Effect, is a stem cell biologist and internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit. He is a visiting fellow lecturer on immunology at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic and participated in the Foundation for Conscious Evolution’s seventh Worldwide Meeting on Human Values, in Mexico. His research explains the interplay between individual consciousness and body biology.

Why do you start with epigenetics as a foundation for health?

Many people, programmed with the concept of genetic determinism, believe that genes in the fertilized egg at conception determine character and fate. Unable to pick our DNA genes, we are powerless to control our life, so that the only option is seeking help from someone in the biomedical community to fix our genes.

I introduced a new vision about the understanding of genes a half-century

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ago that is now the new science of epigenetics. Epi- means “above”. Here, we can realize control by regulating the environment in which we live and our perception of it, making us the master of our own genetics rather than a victim of heredity.

Do you believe epigenetics is the future of medicine?

Epigenetics is a revolution in our knowledge and awareness of heredity. This new concept of biology is so big that it promises radical change capable of revolutionizing civilization. Its dynamics are equivalent to the leap from Newtonian physics to quantum physics, which led to everything from computers and cell phones to Martian rovers. We are freed to abandon the belief that genes cause cancer, for instance. In changing our lifestyle, beliefs and perceptions, we also change our genetic expression.

Remember, this works because how we individually interpret our world is translated by the brain into chemical information that adjusts the behavior

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and genetics of cells to complement our perception. We could live in the healthiest environment, but if our mind perceives it as threatening and non-supportive, our biology will become less healthy and can generate disease. The cells’ response is based on the brain’s information, which actually is only an interpretation. Personal perceptions and the way we live, including our spiritual nature, adjust genes to manifest either a functional state of health or one of dysfunction.

Where is the “self” that makes people different?

No two people are the same biologically.

If I inject my cells into another human, their immune system will recognize it as “not-self” and begin to eliminate them.

On the surface of virtually all our cells are thousands of protein receptors that function like miniature antennae. They read and respond to environmental signals similar to the larger receptors on the skin’s surface, such as the eyes, ears and nose.

Each human also possesses a unique set of “identity” receptors, a subset of which are called “self-receptors” by the biomedical community, found on nearly all of our cells, with the primary exception of red blood cells. Self-receptors are unrelated to the cell’s function contributing to muscle, bone, brain or heart. Conventional medicine studies the physical aspect of self-receptors as being the source of “self” but overlook the environmental signals they receive. In other words, individual identity is linked to the signals received by the antennae.

When I reached this point in my research, I realized that we can’t die, because our real identity is represented by the invisible environment-derived “broadcast”, which might legitimately be referred to as spirit. My personal identity signal is received by each of my 50 trillion cells endowed with the unique set of “Bruce” selfreceptors. While my physical body is like a TV, the “spiritual broadcast” representing the Bruce Show is an eternal, energetic element of the environment.

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What is entrainment and why is it important today?

A group of heart cells in a Petri dish will each beat to its own vibrational frequency.

After a couple of days, they start beating in synchrony, because the stronger heart cells control the tempo. The other cells organize their behavior to entrain with the more powerful one. This happens in women’s college dormitories when residents start the school year with different menstrual cycles, but later experience entrainment, with their cycles beginning and ending about the same time. They link to a pulse and a beat, just like the heart cells.

Humans become entrained to a higher force that’s an invisible broadcast of energy in harmony or in discordance. As more of us hold the intention for living a life of love and peace, the broadcast of that harmonic energy amplifies and those not yet there will eventually entrain to the stronger signal. This is the shift we need to make for conscious evolution to occur.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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Key Signs We’re Approaching a Defining Moment

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ur authentic self is constantly trying to get our attention so it may be more fully expressed. When we set our intention to genuinely evolve, we naturally begin to pay attention and see how redefining moments appear as needed. They are drawn to us sequentially to support us in the process of staying the course on our pilgrimage, each one a perfectly aligned portal in space and time, opening and closing, creating whatever experience is required to guide us to heightened awareness of our authentic self.

While the possible circumstances that preclude such a moment are limitless, there are key signals to watch for. When they pop up, it helps immensely to stay engaged in the moment, rather than zipping past them on to another distraction.

Rather, consider ways in which this might prove to be a pivotal point forward in our life journey. n Moments that challenge our ego and moments that our ego challenges us n Unexpected events n Times of significant loss n First-time experiences n Discontentment n Disappointment n Experiencing someone or something that instantly inspires us to grow n Birth of a loved one n Death of a loved one

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Personal growth and evolution can be motivated by either inspiration or desperation. Both may prompt us to ask big questions of ourselves and the universe that cause us to dig deep. The deeper we dig, the closer we come to merging with our truest self.

We know the answers to such questions are correct because they will lead to actions that honor life—like harming no one, including ourself—and affirm the presence of a prevailing power for good that lies within; a power that guides, protects and sustains us. Satisfying answers seek only the highest and best of us and bless all. They connect our mind, heart and soul, moving us forward on the path of wholeness as a fulfilled and joyfully self-expressed person.

When we are impelled to ask an important question of our self and the universe, don’t rush the process and are willing to embrace the answer we receive, it pushes a reset button as to what defines us.

It brings us an enhanced sense of authentic wholeness.

The lesson is that when redefining moments appear, we must be open and prepared to go where we had no plans of going—because that’s where our bliss awaits us.

Dennis Merritt Jones, D.D., is the author of Your (Re)Defining Moments, the source of this essay.

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January 16–23, 2016

Empowerment of the Twenty-One Taras according to the Lineage of Jigme Lingpa and HH Dudjom Rinpoche with Dzogchen Teachings on the Outer, Inner, Secret, and Ultimate Meanings of the Praise to the Twenty-One Taras

by HH Dudjom Rinpoche, according to The Smile of Sun and Moon by Ven. Khenchen Palden Sherab Rinpoche

The twenty-one emanations of Tara—the mother of all the buddhas—manifest swiftly to protect sentient beings from all fears, pacify evils, disease, and misfortune, increase longevity, wealth, and merit, overpower deluded perception and destroy the enemy of five poisons: one's own disturbing emotions. Ven. Khenchen Palden Sherab Rinpoche's commentary presents The Praise to the Twenty-One Taras in view of Longchen Nyingthig terma teaching revealed by the great terton Jigme Lingpa. It has four levels of meaning: the outer, inner, secret, and the ultimate meaning explained according to Prajnaparamita, Mahayoga, Anuyoga, and Atiyoga.

Born on the world’s highest plateaus in Tibet, Venerable Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche began an extraordinary life as a Tibetan Buddhist monk learning mindfulness, meditation, and philosophy taught by the Buddha. By studying and practicing the vast Buddhist literature on the science of mind, Khenpo Rinpoche developed his understanding and wisdom. Khenpo Rinpoche was enthroned by HH Dudjom Rinpoche as an abbot in the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism. In 1980 he came to New York where he and his revered brother, Ven. Khenchen Palden Sherab Rinpoche (1938-2010) founded the Padmasambhava Buddhist Center. The PBC West Palm Beach branch is one of the many centers in the USA, and teachings were first given here in 1983. Khenpo Rinpoche is an expert of Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana Buddhism, and is a master of Dzogchen. He is the author of several learned works in Tibetan, and has co-authored over 25 Dharma books in English.

For more info: Palm Beach Dharma Center 1205 North Federal Highway Lake Worth, FL 33460 (561) 547-4711 info@pbdc.net www.pbdc.net

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The Right Vet for Your Pet

Animals Thrive with Gentle, Safe and Natural Approaches

by Shawn Messonnier

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et parents have many criteria to consider when choosing a healthcare provider for their prized pet, and among the most vital is trying to find a doctor that uses holistic therapies, because the advantages are many.

Wellness care is more than vaccines. While many conventional vets consider giving vaccines and flea medications to all of their patients to be their best form of wellness care, holistic vets know these aren’t always necessary and can potentially be harmful. Instead, true wellness care involves careful consideration of proper diet, blood titer testing instead of vaccines, natural parasite control when appropriate and a heavy dose of diagnostic testing (blood, urine, fecal) to monitor organ function, check for parasites, screen for disorders of the urogenital system, liver and pancreas and early screening for cancer and other inflammatory conditions.

There’s also a full physical check for common diseases like dental and heart disease and tumors.

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Individualized prescriptions for a proper diet and supplements to maintain health are big reasons many owners prefer a holistic vet.

Natural treatments include disease prevention. Many pets treated via a more natural approach have an easier experience with occasional illness than those that don’t enjoy this specialized care. Natural therapies can quickly restore an ill pet to his homeostatic balance without the side effects often associated with multiple drug doses.

A team approach is expected. A holistic practice is a team effort, and the family doctor will suggest options for care, helping an owner decide on the best therapies for each pet.

A fuller range of options is available. While holistic vets prefer a more natural approach, they know that if necessary, conventional therapies can sometimes be an appropriate complement if they follow holistic principles, which means infrequent use of low-dose medications and only when absolutely needed. In general, most conditions can be treated successfully without drug therapy, extending the health and life of the patient and reducing medical costs.

Gentler anesthesia means quicker recovery. A naturally balanced and gentler approach means less drugging if anesthesia becomes necessary, close monitoring of an anesthetized pet, a smooth and quick recovery for prompt discharge from the hospital and natural forms of follow-up treatment to control post-operative pain and inflammation.

New hope rises for the hopeless. Many pets are brought to holistic doctors after conventional care has failed to help them. Some have been turned away by practitioners of conventional medicine because their cases are diagnosed as “hopeless�. Holistic vets and pet parents alike experience considerable satisfaction in helping to give a joyful pet a whole new lease on life.

Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the award-winning author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

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FRIDAY JANUARY 1

SOMETHING BIG 2016 10:00am – 2:00pm Led by Leslie Glickman. Here we go again: “THE BIGGEST FREE OUTDOOR PUBLIC YOGA CLASS SOUTH FLORIDA HAS EVER SEEN” is coming back to the Mizner Park Amphitheater on New Years’ Day. All Levels, All Ages, All Welcome! Join Leslie Glickman and The Yoga Journey Team, along with friends, family, loved ones and other like-minded people in creating something truly special, SOMETHING BIG. What an incredible way to start the New Year. Set your intentions and feel the vibration of over 1000 people practicing together! Please check out the Something BIG website: www.somethingbig2016.com Held at Mizner Park Amphitheater 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, Florida 33432. Please note that whether you are pre-registered or not - show up early to allow ample time for parking, check in and mat placement!

COME PLAY WITH US! Explore and develop your God given gifts. Share your light with like-minded people. Classes for all ages. Free. Friday’s: 5pm: Presence Practice & Meditation. 6pm: Healing with Herbs. 7pm: Healing with Hands 8pm: Channel & Communicate with your Source Lightworkers United, Unity in the Pines, 6073 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33415 / Phone: 561-667-4901.

SATURDAY JANUARY 2

PURSUE YOUR GOALS WITH TAROT with Trish Vidal. - tarot first-timers and tarot old-timers will both benefit from the classes. Please bring a Rider-Waite style tarot deck.

2:00 – 4:00 PM, $20 prepaid or $25 at the door, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

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, located at Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819.

SUNDAY JANUARY 3

WHAT WE CAN BELIEVE IN MEDITATION 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am– Donation. GreenWise Community Room, Upstairs 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG www.CSLPalmBeaches.org 561-676-7997. Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches - Looking for a community where you can be yourself?

Ready to discover your purpose and make a difference? Connect - Be Yourself - Be the Change at CSL. SUNDAY SERVICE at Unity of the Palm Beaches. WHITE STONE SUNDAY: Claim your freedom, accept your new nature and step fully into 2016 in the most powerful and affirming way! The White Stone Ceremony is derived from an ancient teaching. We offer a Youth Program for children and teens. Food and fellowship follow the service in our beautiful social hall. Come join us and feel the love! Gather with like-minded people. Services are held at the beautiful Temple Israel, 1901 N Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (561) 833-6483 www.unitypalmbeach.com Service begins at 11:00 am. Affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries, Silent Unity and Unity Institute & Seminary.

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BIRD WALK 7:30 am STA 1E, Car Pool Tour around Storm Water Treatment Area managed by South Florida Water Management District. The tour drives around the water impound areas viewing the large amount of birds that accumulate in these waters. The sightings are posted on our yahoo group: auduboneverglades and eBird.com. Space is limited and the trips fill up fast. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER – print off rules and disclaimer document at www.auduboneverglades. org and Registration REQUIRED: Send email to asetripinfo@ gmail.com or if no computer access call Linda 586-854-0145.

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YEAR END CLOSURE AND RENEWAL DAY w/Jamar Spend a relaxing day integrating and releasing 2015 and preparing a space to welcome all things good into your life for 2016!

We begin with morning yoga, a guided visualization before lunch, followed by a Walking Meditation, Transformational Breathes, masterful communication (Dyads) as we process last year, and finish with a Vision map for what is next Includes lunch. 10AM-5PM Cost $135 or $110 by 1/2 RSVP Early!!

Location to be announced. 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.

SUNDAY JANUARY 3

BELLABIRTHING WORKSHOP "Where Beautiful Births Begin" 12-5pm at Agape Healing Arts, 385 Tequesta Drive, Suite 4, Tequesta FL 33469 BELLABIRTHING incorporates Hypnobirthing and is more than a technique, it is a philosophy; based on the belief that fear and tension are counterproductive to a calm and beautiful birth. Visit www.AgapeHealingArts.com to register on line. Price includes healthy snacks, pregnancy herbal tea, lunch, workshop, and all class handouts and material. Sliding Scale available for financial Hardship. visit wwwagapehealingarts.com 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 NEW YEAR PSYCHIC GALLERY with Christiana Gaudet: 2:00pm to 4:00pm, $30. What does 2016 have in store for you.

6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. RSVP required before 11am on Jan. 3. call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@ hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com NEW YEAR’S INSPIRATIONAL SERVICE with Rev. Justin Terry 7PM – Come and celebrate the New Year with us at a service that will give you a message to take with you as guidance throughout 2016. Let go of the past and create a brighter and better New Year for yourself.

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MONDAY JANUARY 4

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 - 6:30 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.

YOGA FOR BEGINNER’S SERIES w/Jamar (5Wks) Designed as a complete introduction to yoga or a great way to renew your yoga experience.. 7-8:45PM Cost $115 or $99 by 1/3 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. AGAPE COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE “Acupuncture for everyone” MONDAYS @ 12:00-2:30pm (January 4, 11, 18, 25) at Agape Healing Arts, 385 Tequesta Drive, Suite 4, Tequesta FL 33469 The mission of AGAPE Community Acupuncture is to make acupuncture accessible to as many members of our Community as possible. We use a sliding scale of $25 - $50 per treatment. You decide what you can afford. *By appointment only call 561-76-AGAPE to reserve your spot today! visit wwwagapehealingarts.com

TUESDAY JANUARY 5

REGRESSIONS & TRANSFORMATION: PAST LIVES, REINCARNATION, AND AWAKENING CONSCIOUSNESS with Margaret Ann Lembo. Understanding the role of reincarnation, karma and dharma can assist us in our present incarnation..

This workshop includes a lecture and a regression experience.

Wear comfortable clothing6:30 - 9:00 PM, $37 prepaid per event, $47 at the door, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com.

Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

TRANSFORMATIONAL BREATH® w/Jamar A profound and deeply moving process that helps integrate, re-program and release negative beliefs or behaviors, replacing them with new feelings of passion, joy and hope Eliminate restrictive breathing patterns. 6:30-8:30PM Cost $40 or $35 by Jan. 4. 561-6302280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter. com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT CLASS – with Rev. Vicki White, Certified Medium. Class is open to all levels of students. Practice messages, meditation and interpretation. One message to each attendee. 7 p.m. $10 United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Rd. WPB. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 6TH

FREE HEALING SESSION WITH CRISTOVAO BRILHO – 7:00pm - NEW ADDRESS - HOLIDAY INN AIRPORT West Palm Beach 1301 Belvedere Road, 33409 call 786-2958665 must arrive by 7:00pm.

INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION w/Jamar (4Wks) This 4-week meditation course offers something for everyone as we discuss and explore experientially various ways to meditate. We will practice each form together so that you might find something that fits your personality and lifestyle, Transcendental, walking, sitting, moving, guided, etc. We will also explore the workings of the mind and how to quiet it, the benefits of meditation, and its positive life-giving effect on your life. 6:30-8:00PM Cost $109 or $89 by 1/5 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

4 WEEKS TO DEEP SLEEP – YOGA NIDRA w/Jamar (4Wks) Sleep is fundamental to meeting the needs of the body on all levels – physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. It allows us to re-balance ourselves and opens the way to a profound shift in consciousness which in itself is a spiritual leap.. Channel your frustration into action by learning the techniques that yogis have used for 5,000 years! 8-9PM Cost is $89 or $69 by 1/5 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. UPCOMING PRESENTATIONS by Rev. Pearl Rauberts and Grandfather Rick McBride; 6:30pm to 8:30pm, no charge. This is a discussion presented by Rev. Pearl Rauberts (Reiki, Energy Healing, Meditation, Angels, Spiritual Awakening) and Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee (Native American Spirituality and Ceremonies) giving an overview of our respective lectures, classes, workshops, circles, Ceremonies & private sessions. We will each take an hour to help you understand exactly what it is that we do, and how we do it. You will be able to ask questions.

6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com CHANNELING with Roger Harden as he channels Ascended Masters. You may have an opportunity to ask questions. Roger is a long-time metaphysician, healer and channel. 7pm Love Offering.

United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

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 www.brahmakumaris.org

THURSDAY JANUARY 7

MEDITATION AND MORE – Rev. James Kohlbecker - Become aware of your higher-self, seek answers from within and learn to trust your intuition through meditation and more. 7PM / weekly. United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Love Offering 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

HYPNOSIS FOR WEIGHT LOSS w/Maya Malay Hypnosis gently allows the subconscious to absorb new feelings; behaviors that will support you weight loss goals. Shifting the thoughts and patterns at a deeper level of consciousness allows for a release of old blocks and an integration of tools, positive and motivated thinking and new habits that support ease and effortlessness in reaching and maintaining your ideal size. 7-9 PM Cost is $25 or $20 by 1/6 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.

Greenlands Variety Stores, 2000 North Federal Hwy Delray Beach FL 33483 561-889-4851 My Community Pharmacy, 2615 State Rd 7 #B530 Wellington FL 33414 561-753-6768 Forest Hill Pharmacy, 2939 Forest Hill Blvd West Palm Beach, FL 33406 561-965-4288

YOGA WEEKEND GETAWAY with Leslie Glickman and Lori Klinger (Thurs. January 7 at 7:30pm through Sunday, January 10) All Inclusive Retreat at Wyndham Hotel Boca Raton. Check in on Thursday evening and then check out of your routine for an amazing weekend. Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations, all your healthy meals, yoga, inspirations, intention setting, and time to kick back and relax at the beautiful saltwater pool area.

YOUR RETREAT WEEKEND INCLUDES: 3 Nights at the Wyndham Boca Raton, 2 classes per day with Leslie & Lori, Sunrise meditation, all levels vinyasa, candlelight yin, and more. Gourmet food by Farmers Table and Trend Tea. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and delicious Sunday Brunch.

1 Spa Service from Skin Apeel Day Spa, and Special Guest Speakers/ Workshops. $800 p/p double. $1025 single. Held at the Wyndham Hotel and Yoga Journey located in the Wyndham Hotel 5th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819*Please note that cancellation must be made 48 hours or more prior to day of retreat to receive a refund. you may call or email studio.

FRIDAY JANUARY 8

ROYAL PALM ENERGY HEALING CIRCLE. Several local healing practitioners will be offering healing energy to a group. We will sit in meditation, listen to inspirational music and receive unconditional love from Spirit. A love donation will be accepted but not required. 7-8:30 pm 1480 C RPB Blvd. Royal Palm Beach. Call Mary Canane for information.

561-301-5355, mcanane@bellsouth.net

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A HeAling Sound Journey: “new BeginningS/ Beginner’S Mind” THurSdAy JAnuAry 14 w/Henry lepler 7:00-8:00pm

Treat yourself to healing tones of voice, singing bowls, monochord, native drum, flutes & other instruments, which help restore harmony & balance, refresh and renew body, mind, heart & spirit. Theme for this Sound Journey is “New Beginnings/ Beginner’s Mind” Please bring a pillow and blanket/mat if you want to lie down.

Comfortable chairs will be available to sit on. Suggested 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

CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR WITH YOUR BELOVED: COUPLES VACATION RETREAT & TANTRA Workshop Friday Jan. 8- Sunday Jan. 10 (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. Connect with your beloved on a soul level. $695/couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. 941-349-6804, IntimacyRetreats.com.

PSYCHIC FORUM w/Joseph LoBrutto for years Joseph LoBrutto III has demonstrated on live radio his psychic abilities in answering questions on Career, Romance, Life-path, Spiritual Journey along with messages from passed loved ones and Spirit Guides. Joseph will perform random readings throughout the audience, (Everyone guaranteed a message.) 7-9PM Cost $60 or $50 by 1/7 Limit 20 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. All three weekend events with JLB for only $75, excludes Friday.

CREATING YOUR INTENTIONS PROJECT - 11am- 1pm.

Join Carolyn Marquis at Dream Angels to design a personal creation that represents your intentions for the new year! Class fee is $25 and includes all supplies. Dream Angels, 128 Bridge Road, Tequesta, FL. 561-745-9355. www.dreamangelsonline.com Join Dream Angels at the official opening our Dream Angels Pop-Up Shop in Stuart, FL. From 12pm -5pm. We'll have crystals, candles, incense, books, and much more for sale each Saturday, as well as Psychic Readings by Angela Boswell. Location is Body Rock, 870 SE Indian St., Stuart, FL. Check our website for more details: www.DreamAngelsOnline.com.

IMPROVING ALL YOUR RELATIONSHIPS - Free lecture Friday, January 8th 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Join us for this free lecture and learn how to discover effective tools to communicate from the heart. Receive a Mental imagery to clear the past hurts. Space is limited so call today to reserve your spot. 561-744-9123 ext.

2 or email us at info@TSIJupiter.com 900 East Indiantown Road, Suite 310 Jupiter, FL 33477 Entrance to Bldg. is located in the back.

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, January 9th at 11:00 am, at the West Palm Beach ECKANKAR Center, 1695 Florida Mango Road, Suite 4, West Palm Beach, FL 33406. For directions and more information call (561) 434-2003 or find us on www.meetup.com/ ecankarinpalmbeach. You can learn more about HU at www. miraclesinyourlife.org.

PRESENCE PRACTICE & MEDITATION at 5pm. Healing with Herbs at 6pm, Healing with Hands at 7pm, Channel & Communicate with your Source at 8pm. High level Lightworkers: 6073 Summit Blvd. WPB FL 33415 (561) 667-4901. Lightworkers United - Love offering

YOGA JOURNEY IN THE PARK with Leslie Glickman.

Saturdays 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, located at Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819.

SATURDAY JANUARY 9

TAI CHI & CHI GONG with Dr. Keith SATURDAYS 9am at Harbourside Place Amphitheater in Jupiter at Indiantown and the intracoastal way. Description: As you practice you will enjoy improved strength, flexibility, reduced pain & stiffness, better balance, enhanced sleep, greater awareness, calmness, & overall sense of well-being.

ALL AGES PLAY, CREATE, PLANT, LEARN, PAINT, DANCE, SING AND MORE…Saturdays - Love Offering 10am-12pm. Presence Parenting Practice, 3pm: Metaphysical Studies and Modalities, 4pm: Lightworkers United Group for Higher Learning. Lightworkers United: 6073 Summit Blvd.

WPB, 33415 (561) 667-4901.

MESSAGES FROM HEAVEN GALLERY w/Joseph LoBrutto Joseph is a Medium Channel with an accuracy rating of over 90%.

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NEW YEAR NEW MOON: MANIFESTING WITH SOUND & INTENTION with Margaret Ann Lembo. The sound produced by crystal singing bowls, which are made of quartz, brings positive effects and changes in the body, specifically the autonomic, immune and endocrine systems. Come with a written list of what you are manifesting. 2 - 4:00 PM, $22 prepaid, $27 at the door, maximum 35 people, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

LUNCH & LEARN lead by Leslie Glickman - Fridays, January 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016 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.. This is a by donation class Cost - Donation to support Yoga Journey Teacher Training Scholarship held at Trend Tea located at the Wyndham Hotel 2nd floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney. com 561-479-7819.

CONTACTING YOUR ANGELS & SPIRIT GUIDES w/ Joseph LoBrutto Learn techniques in how to contact your Angels & Spirit Guides by attending this workshop. Joseph will actually put everyone under in a deep trance using hypnosis.. 1-3PM Cost $45 or $35 by 1/8 both events on Saturday Jan 9th for $50 Call: 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.

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He has been featured on NBC, ABC, national radio shows, Florida Sun Sentinel and many others. Joseph will perform random readings throughout the audience.. 6-8PM Cost $45 or $35 by 1/8 both events on Saturday Jan 9th for $50 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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NATIVE AMERICAN TALKING, DIALOGUE CIRCLE WITH PIPE with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; starts at 1:00pm, donations honored. Sitting in a Circle and passing a Talking Stick gives us an opportunity to be heard; if we want feedback, we can ask for it from the Circle. We will also share the Canunpah, or Pipe. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or 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 singing of Lakota Prayer songsDrums and rattles are available to borrow. Deeply spiritual experience suitable for everyone and drum healing is offered to those wanting healing. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail. com; details at www.rauberts.com

SUNDAY JANUARY 10

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SPECIAL FUND RAISING TOUR at STA 2, Space Limited. JAMES CURRIE Leader, Fee: $25 “Chapter-only” members, $30 others. By time you read this, trip may be full – inquire by sending email to asetripinfo@gmail.com. (NOTE that in brochure this is scheduled for Jan. 9- Sunday Jan 10 is the correct rescheduled date). Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701-7773 AUDUBON SOCIETY OF THE EVERGLADES (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org BIRD WALK Green Cay Wetlands, 8 am Boynton Beach, 12800 Hagen Ranch Road. Meet outside Nature Center main door. (Valleri Brauer) Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org PRESENCE PRACTICE, Meditation, Prayer Circle, Sense Awareness Practice, 12pm: Sundays: Love offering: 10am-12pm: All ages Play, Create, Plant, Learn, Paint, Dance, Sing and more…, 1pm. Presence Parenting Practice, 2pm. Presence Partnership Practice, 3pm. Metaphysical Studies & Modalities, 4pm. Lightworkers United Group for Higher Learning: Lightworkers United: 6073 Summit Blvd. WPB, FL 33415 (561) 667-4901.

REIKI CIRCLE led by Reiki Master & Teacher Rev. Pearl Rauberts; starts at 12:30pm, donations accepted. Experience the healing power of Reiki to help body, mind & emotions! Open to those wishing to receive Reiki, we start with a short guided meditation then each person has a short individual Reiki healing session with Pearl on a Reiki table. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com THE KARMIC PACT- 3:00pm to 5:00pm, $25; led by 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, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com SUNDAY SERVICE at Unity of the Palm Beaches. Senior Minister Rev. Taylor E. Stevens’ uplifting sermonsWe offer a Youth Program for children and teens. Food and fellowship follow the service in our beautiful social hall. Services are held at the beautiful Temple Israel, 1901 N Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (561) 833-6483 www.unitypalmbeach.com Service begins at 11:00 am. Affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries, Silent Unity and Unity Institute & Seminary.

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INTRODUCTION TO TRANSFORMATIONAL BREATH® w/Jamar Discover how breath is the key to personal transformation. This is an extremely powerful modality that brings amazing changes in the area of your life where you need it most. See how one's breathing pattern is a reflection of how one shows up in life - or doesn't and how to shift that. Eliminate restrictive breathing patterns, clear the subconscious and connect more fully with one's Higher Self. 6:30-9:00 pm. Cost $45 or $40 by 1/9 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL. 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

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DIVINE HEALING GATHERING w/Joseph LoBrutto - Imagine in a group setting the Healing Masters/Angels making an appearance working on people who are in need of healing continuously for 24/7. Most people will comment about feeling an intense heat where Joseph places his hands as he gives his personal attention to everyone. 4-6pm Cost $45 or $35 by 1/9. 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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ROCK YOUR JANUARY STARS! with Trish Vidal. There are many different ways to use monthly planetary energies to fulfill our goals. In this class, we will discuss monthly planetary positions and use attendees’ charts to highlight how to best maximize their potential to help bring about the changes they desire. Please bring your natal chart to use as reference. 1:30 - 3:30 pm, $20 prepaid, $25 at the door, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden. com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

BRUNO GROENING CIRCLE OF FRIENDS –Healing Circle – 2pm-4pm –Love Donation.

Based on the beliefs of Bruno Groening, a German mystic 1906-1959) gave lectures on faith healings. Groening regarded health (rather than illness and disease) as a natural state of all living things and asserted that one can maintain health and heal from illness by absorption of Divine “Life Force” that he called “Heilstrom” (Healing Wave). Groups meets at United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. For more information, Call 561-342-1783.

MONDAY JANUARY 11

PRIVATE READINGS MESSAGES & CHANNELING FROM SOURCE: Connect with your guides (Mondays) Lightworkers United Wednesday’s: 3-5pm: Book Club of Like Minds - Writing & Book Development 6073 Summit Blvd., WPB. FL 33415 (561) 667- 4901.

AGAPE COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE “Acupuncture for everyone” MONDAYS @ 12:00-2:30pm at Agape Healing Arts, 385 Tequesta Drive, Suite 4, Tequesta FL 33469 The mission of AGAPE Community Acupuncture is to make acupuncture accessible to as many members of our Community as possible.. *By appointment only call 561-76-AGAPE to reserve your spot today! visit wwwagapehealingarts.com

LUNCH AND LEARN: THE BASIC IDEAS OF SCIENCE OF MIND. A user-friendly introduction to empowered living Tuesdays, Jan 12 – Mar 15, 12-1:30 pm $80 Tuition, $15 Text and Workbook, Bring Your Lunch. RSVP today. Just 12 seats available. Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches www.

CSLPalmBeaches.org 561-676-7997. Palm Court Executive Suites 11911 US HWY 1, Suite 201, North Palm Beach

BIRD WALK 8 am West Delray Regional Park, Delray Beach, 10875 W. Atlantic Ave. Meet at Bold Rock Circle (2nd drive on left). (Sue Young) Contact: Sue Snyder 561701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org

STONE PEOPLE MEDICINE READINGS with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; these are private one on one readings available by appointment between 2:00pm and 7:00pm; $50 per half hour reading. Stone People have been used for millenia for receiving guidance from the Spirit world by Native Americans. If you need clarity on an issue, consider this very old and profound reading technique. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. 561-333-3372 or 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. He works with your guides, teachers and loved ones who have crossed over. 30 Minutes for $125. Readings are scheduled from 3 p.m.-6 p.m.

To schedule, email Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org call 561686-0217 WED/THU/FRI 10AM-2PM United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. 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. 6-6:30 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.

TAPPING TO RELEASE STRESS AND ANXIETY with Sherry Hardt, Certified Hypnotherapist and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Coach: 6:30pm to 8:30pm, $35. Tapping is a powerful tool to change any area of your life from lack of self-confidence, fear of failure, fear of public speaking, health challenges, anxiety, or stress to a feeling of peace and joy.

Everyone will experience tapping during this session. RSVP required by 11am on 1/11: call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@ hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

TUESDAY JANUARY 12

YOUTH GROUP: Lightworkers United: Love offering: Tuesdays and Thursdays- 6-8pm: Order of the Phoenix YOUTH Group, Explore and develop your gifts. Learn about energy.

Find your spirit animal. Sing, Laugh, and Play! LGBTQ Welcome! 6073 Summit Blvd. WPB FL 33415 (561) 667- 4901.

SPIRITUAL FITNESS: WELL-BEING FROM THE INSIDE OUT - Connect with your Higher Power and your True Self; heighten your consciousness; rediscover meaning and sacredness; get clarity and direction with everyday issues; unleash your natural vitality, peace and joy - Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches. Tuesdays, Jan 12 – Mar 1, 6 – 8:30 pm. $150 Tuition, $30 Text and Workbook. First night is free. Just 12 seats available www.CSLPalmBeaches.org 561-676-7997.

Palm Court Executive Suites 11911 US HWY 1, Suite 201, North Palm Beach.

FREE LAURA NORMAN REFLEXOLOGY WEBINAR/ TELECLASS – 8:00pm-9:00pm. Talk with Laura Norman about: How to Add to Your Services • Start a New Career • Earn $75-$150 an Hour • FREE Registration online at www. lauranorman.com. Learn about Laura Norman’s unique, holistic Method of ReflexologyTake your first step toward a new career in complementary healthcare, or expand your current practice!

See our ad in this issue for your complete class schedule. Location: The comfort of your home. Register online now at www. lauranorman.com.

WICCA 101: NEW MOON MAGIC w/Lady Autumn Ivy This is a monthly workshop dedicated to learning about the nature based religion of Wicca. Wicca is a life affirming and positive spiritual path. Wicca can also be described as a nature focused spirituality, which draws on the beliefs and practices of pre-Christian cultures..7:00-9:00PM Cost $25 or $20 by 1/11 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.

JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL ALL MESSAGE SERVICE – with Rev. Vicki White, Certified Medium – Billet service with personal questions answered from spirit and messages from loved ones who have passed will be brought to you. Public is welcome. $10 donation. 7PM United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Rd. WPB. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 13

WHOLE-LIFE WELLNESS AND HEALTHY WEIGHT 3 Things You MUST Do for Healthy, Lasting Weight Loss 6:30-8pm. More than 1 in 3 people who make a New Year's Resolution commit to a goal around weight loss and fitness and only 8% succeed. We want to help you get it right this time. To honor National Weight Loss Awareness month and the people who are ready to succeed, Fay Jones and Beach Zen Wellness are sponsoring a FREE Lecture. Location-Beach Zen Wellness / 658 W. Indiantown Rd, Set 212, Jupiter. Space is limited, please RSVP to (561) 803-5561.

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 www.brahmakumaris.org BIRD WALK 7:30 am ARM Loxahatchee NWR, Boynton Beach, 10216 Lee Road, $5 entry per car. Meet at the Marsh Trail. (Rick Schofield) Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org HOW TO MEDITATE led by Pearl Rauberts: 6:30pm to 8:30pm, $20. Do you want to feel more peaceful? 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, West Palm Beach 33415.

To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

2nd AnnuAl Hummingbird Wellness retreAt Participate in: • labyrinth walk with fire bowl ceremony • group process activities • energy healing sessions • so much more!!

Our Hummingbird Retreat: focuses on the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels to help you: • understand the root of your issues • remove obstacles • find clarity and peace with your past • resolve difficulties to embrace life Activities are designed to help you release feelings of being off balance, overworked or blocked from experiencing joy.

Make major shifts to move you forward in the new year!

April 8th, 9th, 10th early bird rate $350 until Feb. 1st, 2016

Duncan Center www.balancedwellness.net 561-445-4878 Vendor and Healer applications available

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FREE LECTURE ImpRovIng ALL YoUR RELATIonshIps Friday, January 8th 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Learn about the Life changing programs You Will: • Discover effective tools to communicate from the heart • Receive a Mental imagery to clear the past hurts • Experience PsychoKinesiology to understand self-sabotage that blocks Love • Clear the inner fears to Intimacy • Use Fair Fighting Rules

To register for this free lecture: info@TsIJupiter.com 561 744 9123 ext. 1 or 2 Sari Sack Terrusa, MS, LMHC Transformational studies Institute 900 E. Indiantown Road, suite 310 Jupiter, FL 33477 (Entrance to Bldg. is in the back)

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CHANNELING with Roger Harden as he channels Ascended Masters. You may have an opportunity to ask questions. Roger is a long-time metaphysician, healer and channel. 7 pm. Love Offering. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Rd, WPB. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org BOOK SIGNING - 7 pm. Val McDermid will speak and sign Splinter the Silence $26. Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, Pineapple Grove 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444. 561-279-7790 www.murderonthebeach.com

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CONQUERING FEAR - Free Spiritual Café at 6:30 pm on Thursday, January 14th at the Publix Greenwise, 11231 Legacy Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410. Share informal conversation about dreams and other spiritual tools. Presented by the Palm Beach County ECKANKAR Center. For directions and more information call our local Eckankar Center (561) 434-2003 or find us on www.meetup.com/ecankarinpalmbeach and on Facebook at Eckankar Palm Beach County. www.eckankar.org.

SHAMANIC JOURNEYING FOR GUIDANCE AND HEALING w/Paula Klempay. The practice of shamanism teaches that everything that exists is alive and has a spirit.

You will learn the principles and practices of shamanism, and will journey in this highly experiential workshop. www.

SpiritandEnergyHealing.net for more information 7:00-9:00PM Cost $25or $20 by 1/13 561-630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter.com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL. MEDITATION AND MORE – Rev. James Kohlbecker Become aware of your higher-self, seek answers from within and learn to trust your intuition through meditation and more.

7 pm/weekly. United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Rd.,WPB. Love Offering 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

PRIVATE SESSIONS with Dr. Garland Landrith (whose research was cited in “What the Bleep”). Dr. Landrith specializes in removing “blocks,” including old traumas that have resisted other therapeutic work, using quantum field technology, tapping on acupuncture points, and Heartmath. 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, $60.00 per hour, pre-payment required, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836 to schedule an appointment.

INTRO TO MANIFEST THE LIFE OF YOUR DREAMS with Dr. Garland Landrith. Dr. Garland Landrith, whose research was cited in the movie What the Bleep Do We Know? is returning to The Crystal Garden! In this introductory “sneak peek” into his workshop, he will be offering a glimpse into the techniques that will teach how to release subconscious doubts and instead expand your consciousness so you can become a co-creator. Dr. Landrith has offered his very popular Quantum Tapping (EFT) seminars in the past and now he has expanded them to incorporate HeartMath and Ho’oponopono. 6:30 – 8:30 PM, $10, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561359-2836 to attend.

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DIVINELY TOUCHED: TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE SEMINAR & BOOK DISCUSSION. Mary and Dr. Dave discuss their book and Mary’s healing journey through the New Age and Metaphysical worlds. Discussing proof that the spirit dimension exists and its influence on our life. Jamar Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, PBG 7-9:00pm $20. Advance reservations required. 561-630-2280.

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ENTREPRENEURS’ MASTER-MIND LUNCH with Rick Brugger “The One Thing”, by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan.

Fridays, Jan 15 – May 1, 12-1:30, $5, Bring Lunch & Book RSVP today. 12 Seats Available www.CSLPalmBeaches.org 561-676-7997; Palm Court Executive Suites, 11911 US HWY 1, Suite 201, North Palm Beach. Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches.

THE ARVIGO TECHNIQUES OF MAYA ABDOMINAL THERAPY® LEVEL 1 - Self Care Training JANUARY 15-17 2016 - Friday 10-6pm, Saturday 10-6pm, Sunday 10-2pm at Agape Healing Arts 385 Tequesta Drive Suite 4, Tequesta FL 33469. Self-Care Training is a nurturing time to focus on your own digestive & reproductive health concerns This massage is an external, non-invasive manipulation that repositions internal organs that have shifted & releases adhesions & scar tissue thereby restoring the flows of blood, lymph, nerve & chi for optimal health. Sign up for Class: Call: 603.588.2571 www.

ArvigoTherapy.com Tuition: $444, includes class, workbook, private 30 minute educational session & organic tea/snacks.

GRADES VISITORS MORNING - 9am Waldorf education Tour our beautiful facility, observe the children during morning lessons, view school work, discussion about Waldorf education, questions and answers. Early childhood campus 251 SW 4th Ave., Boca Raton, FL 33432.

ALCHEMICAL PAST LIFE REGRESSION TRAINING with David Quigley, Director of Alchemy Institute of Hypnosis.

JAN 15-18. Past Life Regression has enormous power to change your life. This is an unprecedented opportunity to learn from one of the foremost experts in the field in a small experiential workshop. Discover creative abilities, heal chronic relationship problems, discover your spiritual purpose, clear karma and heal trauma from past lives. Open to everyone! CEU credit available. $600 for all four days. 1480 C RPB Blvd. Royal Palm Beach.

Contact Erika Cohane 954-608-9327.

REIKI CIRCLE - Join in as Reiki Masters 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.

PRESENCE PRACTICE & MEDITATION 5 pm. Love offering. Healing with Herbs 6 pm, Healing with Hands 7 pm. Channel & Communicate with your Source 8 pm - High level Lightworkers - 6073 Summit Blvd. WPB FL 33415 (561) 667-4901. Lightworkers United.

PRIVATE SESSIONS with Dr. Garland Landrith (whose research was cited in “What the Bleep”) Dr. Landrith specializes in removing “blocks,” including old traumas that have resisted other therapeutic work, using quantum field technology, tapping on acupuncture points, and Heartmath. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, $60 per hour, pre-payment required, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836.

DIVINELY TOUCHED: TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE SEMINAR & BOOK DISCUSSION. Mary and Dr. Dave discuss their book and Mary’s healing journey through the New Age and Metaphysical worlds. Discussing proof that the spirit dimension exists and its influence on our life. Jamar Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, PBG 7-9:00pm $20 advance reservations. 561-630-2280 YIN YOGA WITH CANDLE LIGHT AND 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

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connected breathing, and aligned in postures that allow gravity to melt the body open. The class is all levels and is presented in a candle lit room with live music played by Simm Gottesman & Doug Tessler.

2 hours of bliss! Investment - $25. Held at Yoga Journey located in the Wyndham Hotel 5th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com. 561-479-7819.

TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE THROUGH CONSCIOUS AWAKENING! Proof of Psychic Phenomena! w/Mary & Dr. Dave DiSano.

Discussion: How science can explain & prove unseen phenomena; The development of science and the scientific theory; How Quantum Theory supports psychic phenomena; How Divine energies are all around and us give messages and signs;. Dr. Dave DiSano & Mary ‘Divine’ DiSano are authors of Divinely Touched: Transform Your Life (2011 Dave DiSano, Ph.D. is a psychologist, certified hypnotherapist and also author of Holistic Mental Health-Revised (2009) that compares alternative therapies to traditional medications for mental disorders. 7-9PM Cost $25 or $20 by 1/14 561-630-2280.

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

SATURDAY JANUARY 16

CONQUERING FEAR Free Spiritual Café at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 16th 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) 434-2003 or find us on www.meetup.com/ecankarinpalmbeach and on Facebook at Eckankar Palm Beach County. For information about ECKANKAR visit www.eckankar.org.

YOGA JOURNEY IN THE PARK 9:00am with Leslie Glickman.

January 16, 23, 30, 2016 Complimentary all levels vinyasa flow yoga practice. Spread the word and help Leslie on her quest to unite our yoga community. Complimentary community class, located at Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819.

BIRD WALK Grassy Waters Preserve, 8:00 am “Behind the Scenes”, West Palm Beach, 8264 Northlake Blvd. Meet at Nature Center. (Paul Thomas & Walt Hackenjos) Contact: Sue Snyder

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561-701-7773. Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org TAI CHI & CHI GONG with Dr. Keith SATURDAYS 9am at HARBOR-SIDE Amphitheater in Jupiter at Indiantown and the Intracoastal way. As you practice you will enjoy improved strength, flexibility, reduced pain & stiffness, better balance, enhanced sleep, greater awareness, calmness, & overall sense of well-being.

CREATE A PINECONE BIRD FEEDER, an event for children, at Main Branch PBC Library on Summit Blvd. 10 – 11 am. 3650 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406. Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org PSYCHIC SATURDAY –11am-4pm- Experience low-cost mini readings and the opportunity to sample variety of techniques with both experienced and developing readers. Attendees can choose among readers using methods such as clairvoyance, mediumship, tarot, handwriting analysis, healers and more.

One fifteen-minute reading is $20 or 3 for $50. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Rd. WPB 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

MANIFESTING THE LIFE OF YOUR DREAMS with Dr. Garland Landrith. Dr. Garland Landrith, from the movie What the Bleep Do We Know? is returning to The Crystal Garden!

Dr. Landrith has offered his very popular quantum tapping (EFT) seminars in the past and now he has expanded them to incorporate HeartMath and Ho’oponopono. Also Dr Landrith will work on volunteers from the audience, so that you can learn how to do this healing technique by first hand observation.

Expect your life to be totally transformed after this class! 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM, $58 prepaid. Price of $58 includes manifestation/EFT manual, Level 1 EFT certificate, free DVD, free Mini-consultation and papers, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden. com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

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! Small group with lots of individual attention from a highly experienced, very well qualified teacher. Plenty of supervised practical work giving Reiki to others in the class. Must have Reiki Level I class certificate. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Must RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com PSYCHIC FAIR: Join us for a Very Special Psychic Fair!

The Most Amazing Lineup of South Florida’s Premier Psychics. Denise Powell: intuitive/tarot/angelic messages. Yolanda Abrahams: intuitive advisor, spiritual teacher and Life Coach.

She is also a Certified Professional Tarot Reader from Tarot Certification Board of America. Robert Austin: Crystal Bowl Sound Healing Private Sessions. 12-5PM 1 reading=15 min.

Cost $25; 2 readings $50; 3 readings $65; 4 readings $80; All Merchandise 10% off! 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

SUNDAY JANUARY 17

RECONNECTIVE HEALING MINI SESSIONS by Mary DiSano 1:00-3:00pm. Experience a higher frequency energy healing. See Mary’s miraculous healing results at www.divinelytouched.com/testimonies. Only 6 Appointments available. Call for reservation Jamar Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd., PBG. $40/30 min. healing session. 561-630-2280.

LIFE AFTER DEATH—WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE DIE? “Death is a doorway into the inner worlds. Births and deaths mark the Journey of Soul. The translation, or movement, from one stage of experience to another is but a further step on Soul’s journey home to God.” Harold Klemp, Spiritual Wisdom on Life After Death, p. 8. held every third Sunday of each month at 11:00 am in the Palm Beach County ECKANKAR Center, 1695 Florida Mango Road, Suite 4, West Palm Beach, FL 33406. The service includes singing the HU, guest speakers, small discussion groups, creative arts and fellowship. Find us on www.meetup. com/ecankarinpalmbeach for directions and more information, or call (561) 434-2003. For information about ECKANKAR visit www.eckankar.org or find us on Facebook.

PHOTOGRAPHER’S SPECIAL Audubon Society of the Everglades Bird Walk STA 1E 7:00 am Car Pool Tour around Storm Water Treatment Area managed by South Florida Water Management District. he sightings are posted on our yahoo group: auduboneverglades and eBird.com. Space is limited and the trips fill up fast. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER – print off rules and disclaimer document at www.auduboneverglades. org and Registration REQUIRED: Send email to asetripinfo@ gmail.com or if no computer access call Linda 586-854-0145.

(Don Mullaney) THE MANY WAYS OF THE MEDICINE WHEEL with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 12:30pm to 2:30pm, $35. 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.

Nevertheless, the Wheel is alive and vibrant and as relevant today as it was a thousand years ago. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372, or pearlrauberts@ hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com UNDERSTANDING ANIMALS AS MEDICINE HELPERS with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 3:00pm to 5:00pm, $35. Today you will discover the many ways Animal Medicine Helpers can help you and also learn how to establish a conscious relationship with a particular Medicine dimension to your everyday life. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372, or pearlrauberts@hotmail. com, details at www.rauberts.com SUNDAY SLEUTHS BOOK CLUB at Murder on the Beach Bookstore, Delray Beach 3 pm. The Sunday Sleuths Book Club will discuss The Storied Life of AJ Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin $14.95.

Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, Pineapple Grove, 273 NE 2nd Avenue Delray Beach, FL 33444. Phone: 561-279-7790 www.murderonthebeach.com THREE MINUTE EGG -ALIGNMENT AND FLOW with Heather Berg 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. This 2 and a half hour specialty class is open to all levels. We will experience the unique benefits of the ergonomics of the Three Minute Egg (3ME) to support proper alignment and enhance your practice.Trend Tea will provide samples after class.Investment - $35. Held at Yoga Journey located at the Wyndham Hotel 5th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819. 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.

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.

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LIVE CHANNEL w/Laura Mirante. Laura Mirante is an internationally recognized Spiritual Channel and a soul-centered teacher and healer. 3-5PM Cost $25 or $20 by 1/17 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 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 SUNDAY SERVICE at Unity of the Palm Beaches. Senior Minister Rev. Taylor E. Stevens’ uplifting sermons We offer a Youth Program for children and teens. Food and fellowship follow the service in our beautiful social hall. held at the beautiful Temple Israel, 1901 N Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (561) 833-6483 www.unitypalmbeach. com Service begins at 11:00 am. Affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries, Silent Unity and Unity Institute & Seminary.

WHAT BELIEF DOES MEDITATION 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am– Donation www.CSLPalmBeaches.org 561-676-7997 GreenWise Community Room, Upstairs 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG. Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches. Looking for a community where you can be yourself? Ready to discover your purpose and make a difference? Connect – Be Yourself – Be the Change at CSL. PRIVATE HEALINGS w/Mary ‘Divine’ DiSano Mary is a certified Reconnective healing practitioner. She is also certified in Reiki and Reflexology and has a degree in medical technology After exploring a number of healing modalities, Mary was divinely guided to Reconnective Healing, a hands-off healing technique. The Reconnection energies are directed through the practitioner's hands and physical contact is usually not needed. 123PM Cost 30 min. for $40.00 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

MONDAY JANUARY 18

UNDERSTANDING METAPHOR IN NATIVE AMERICAN STORY 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 common culture. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com AGAPE COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE “Acupuncture for everyone” MONDAYS @ 12:00-2:30pm at Agape Healing Arts, 385 Tequesta Drive, Suite 4, Tequesta FL 33469 The mission of AGAPE Community Acupuncture is to make acupuncture accessible to as many members of our Community as possible. We use a sliding scale of $25 - $50 per treatment. You decide what you can afford. *By appointment only call 561-76-AGAPE to reserve your spot today! visit wwwagapehealingarts.com RIVATE READING with Rev. Justin Terry, one of the youngest and considered by many, the most outstanding young clairvoyant mediums in the US today. . 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@unitedmetaphysi-

Mary D. DiSano Licensed Reconnective Practitioner, Author & Speaker Reconnective Healing & The Reconnection Energy Healing that heals Body, Mind & Spirit

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cal.org call 561-686-0217 WED/THU/FRI 10AM-2PM United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB BEGINNING MEDIUMSHIP CLASS 7pm with Rev. Justin Terry, Pastor United Metaphysical Church of the Palm Beaches. Class 1 - new class meets every Monday for six weeks and covers fundamentals of Spirit Communication for yourself or others. Focusing on meditation and building a working relationship with Spirit; this class will be very hands-on and practical. $60 for 6 weeks. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach, 561686-0217. 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. 6:00 - 6:30 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.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 19

5 STEPS TO LIVING AN AWAKENED LIFE led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts: 6:30pm to 8:30pm, $20. Many of us understand the importance of awakening spiritually and making progress on our path. we will look at Gratitude, Meditation, Prayer, Mindfulness and Ritual. This will be an interactive class in which Pearl will spend time assisting each class participant to develop a plan to move forward. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com TRANSFORMATIONAL BREATH® w/Jamar A profound and deeply moving process that helps integrate, re-program and release negative beliefs or behaviors, replacing them with new feelings of passion, joy and hope. Experience the benefits and application of a full, deep, connected breath. Eliminate restrictive breathing patterns. 6:30-8:30PM Cost $40 or $35 by 1/18 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 PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT CLASS – with Rev. Vicki White, Certified Medium. Class is open to all levels of students. Practice messages, meditation and interpretation. One message to each attendee. 7 p.m. $10 United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Rd. WPB. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 20

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 www.brahmakumaris.org CHANNELING with Roger Harden as he channels Ascended Masters. You may have an opportunity to ask questions. Roger is a long-time metaphysician, healer and channel. 7PM Love Offering United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB 561-686-0217. www. unitedmetaphysical.org.

YOGA JOURNEY +300 ADVANCED TEACHER TRAINING ORIENTATION with Leslie Glickman - 7:30pm. You have already taken the first step in a lifetime journey of learning by completing your 200 Hour Yoga Alliance approved Teacher Training course. In addition, there will be 3 private mentoring sessions, at the beginning, the middle and at the end of the program..

This course also requires practice hours, observations, assists and non-assists contact time which includes homework etc. Please contact Leslie to apply. leslie@yogajourney.com Once application is received you will be called for an interview. (note that applying doesn't not guarantee acceptance in the program) Held at Yoga Journey located at the Wyndham Hotel 5thth floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819.

THURSDAY JANUARY 21

THYROID 101- PART 1 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. This Presentation will be held at: Malek Clinic for Natural Healing, LLC 3900 Woodlake Blvd, Suite 205 Green Acres, FL 33463. Call 561-3578495 today for reservations and directions. Do you still have thyroid symptoms even though your lab tests are all normal? Maybe you experience fatigue, morning headaches, constipation, hair loss and so much more. Dr. Malek is a Chiropractic Physician, Board Certified Clinical Nutrition and Internal Disorders with over 30 years of clinical experience

THURSDAY JANUARY 21

TAROT WORKSHOP - 7pm -9pm. This monthly class has a different focus each month, and will help you to develop your divining skills, no matter what level of experience you have. Mary Ellen Collins is an expert teacher who makes the class very interactive and informative, and you practice your new skills right away. You can bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Dream Angels, 128 Bridge Road, Tequesta, FL. 561-745-9355. www.

DreamAngelsOnline.com.

HEALING BODY, MIND & SPIRIT - Mary & Dr. Dave DiSano will discuss their books; Divinely Touched & Holistic Mental Health, the history of medicine, why we are losing the “War on Cancer” natural cures for chronic and mental illness and how the spirit dimension influences our lives! 6:30-8:00pm. $15.00 pp. Agape Healing Arts, 385 Tequesta Dr., Tequesta, FL. Call for reservations. Space is limited. 561-762-4273.

MEDITATION AND MORE – Rev. James Kohlbecker - Become aware of your higher-self, seek answers from within and learn to trust your intuition through meditation and more. 7pm/ weekly. United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Love Offering 561-686-0217. www. unitedmetaphysical.org.

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ALL MESSAGE WORSHIP SERVICE – with Rev. Justin Terry who is a nationally known medium with United Metaphysical Churches, 7pm $20. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Rd. WPB. Everyone receives a message. Attendance limited to 25 people. Reserve a seat in advance to Amanda@unitedmetaphysical.org or call 561-686-0217 from 10am-2pm WE/TH/FR BOOK SIGNING at Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, Delray Beach. Tami Hoag will speak and sign Bitter Season $28. Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, Pineapple Grove, 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444 Phone: 561-279-7790 www.murderonthebeach.com PRESENCE PRACTICE & MEDITATION 5pm - Love offering. 6pm: Healing with Herbs, 7pm: Healing with Hands, 8pm: Channel & Communicate with your Source- High level Lightworkers: 6073 Summit Blvd. WPB FL 33415 (561) 667-4901. Lightworkers United.

PRIVATE PSYCHIC READINGS w/Lori Chadwick Make an enchanted appointment with Lori.

She is the former owner of the Witch’s Hat located in Royal Palm Beach, Fl. She has been a Tarot reader for 20 years occasionally using her mediumship to guide her. Lori has the distinction of being a 5th generation WICCA high priestess. 11-4PM 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. EVERYONE IS INTUITIVE! Learn to Train Your Third Eye & Enhance Your Intuitive Senses! w/ Deirdre Abrami. Because this is a hands-on class, you will learn very quickly and grow confidence working with other students who are like-minded and open. In this class you will also: practice with other intuitives to give accurate psychic intuitive messages; Children under 18 FREE. 7-9pm Cost $35 or $30 by 1/21 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.

BIRD WALK 8:30 am Wakodahatchee Wetlands, BEGINNING BIRD WALK, Delray Beach, 13206 Jog Road. Meet at top of boardwalk. (Chris Golia) Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org COMMUNITY BUILD WITH LEGO BLOCKS at Mounts Botanical Garden 10 am – 1 pm. West Palm Beach. 551 N Military Trail (across from airport runway). Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org

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PSYCHIC FAIR at DREAM ANGELS, 12pm - 5pm. Join us for this "Preferred Reader" fair - only the top ten readers in our area have been selected to participate in this fair. $25 for 15 minute readings. Located at the Dream Angels shop - 128 Bridge Road, Tequesta, FL. Get there early to sign up for wait list - these ten readers are booked very quickly. For more information, see our website: www.DreamAngelsOnline.com.

HOW TO USE BELIEF MEDITATION 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am– Donation.

GreenWise Community Room, Upstairs. 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG. Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches - Looking for a community where you can be yourself? Ready to discover your purpose and make a difference? Connect – Be Yourself – Be the Change at CSL www.CSLPalmBeaches.org 561-676-7997 BIRD WALK - 8 am. ARM Loxahatchee NWR, Loxahatchee Impounded Landscape Assessment (LILA): “Getting the Water Right in the Everglades”, Boynton Beach, 10216 Lee Road, $5 entry per car. Meet at the Marsh Trail. (Mark Cook) Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701- Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org AWAKENING WITH ANGELS with Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Angel Messenger Practitioner; 1:00pm to 5:00pm $50. Could you use some help from the Angels? will work with Angel cards to help you get closer to the Angels and increase your confidence in using Angel cards effectively at home. Pearl will lead a powerful guided group meditation to help you be more aware of the presence of Angels. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

SATURDAY, JANUARY 23

CHAKRA AWAKENING LEVEL 1 with Margaret Ann Lembo. Learn how to design your own reality using color, crystals, and the power of positive thought. Best-selling author, Margaret Ann Lembo, shares wisdom and knowledge to use in your daily life. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, $137 prepaid per event, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www. thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

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, located at Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819.

THE HOW-TO AND "WHY BOTHER" OF FORGIVING with Rick McBride: 10:00am to 3:30pm; $75. When you find the gift in whatever you're struggling to forgive, your perspective shifts & the issue begins to dissolve. Forgiveness and self-forgiveness are empowering: they raise self-esteem, dissolve guilt & fear, enable us to step into more productive and happy lives. Safe, compassionate, confidential environment within this workshop. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Must RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, more details at www.rauberts.com BIRD WALK Three Lakes/Joe Overstreet, All Day Trip, Registration REQUIRED: send email to ase@rschofield.net. (Rick Schofield) Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org TAI CHI & CHI GONG with Dr. Keith SATURDAYS 9am (January 9, 16, 23, 30) At HARBOR-SIDE Amphitheater in Jupiter at Indiantown and the intracoastal way. As you practice you will enjoy improved strength, flexibility, reduced pain & stiffness, better balance, enhanced sleep, greater awareness, calmness, & overall sense of well-being.

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SUNDAY SERVICE at Unity of the Palm Beaches. Senior Minister Rev. Taylor E. Stevens’ uplifting sermons We offer a Youth Program for children and teens. Food and fellowship follow the service in our beautiful social hall. Come join us and feel the love! Gather with like-minded people. Services are held at the beautiful Temple Israel, 1901 N Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (561) 833-6483 www.unitypalmbeach. com Service begins at 11:00 am. Affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries, Silent Unity and Unity Institute & Seminary.

PRIVATE READING with Rev. Justin Terry, one of the youngest and considered by many, the most outstanding young clairvoyant mediums in the US today. . 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, WP BOOK SIGNING Michal Sherring (Joan Mickelson) will speak and sign Done For at the Danford at 6 pm $12.99 at Murder on the Beach Mystery Bookstore, Delray Beach. Pineapple Grove 273 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444 Phone: 561-279-7790 www.murderonthebeach.com

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 - 6:30 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.

FULL MOON DRUMMING CIRCLE with Margaret Ann Lembo. On this day of brilliant light of the full moon, clear out what is no longer for your highest good and establish your intentions, goals, and aspirations to transform your life.. Bring your drum or rattles if you have them (although you don’t need a drum to attend). You also will have an opportunity to drum on the big Pow Wow drum during this experiential workshop.

Special Note:. 6:45 PM - 9:00 PM, $22 prepaid per event, $27 at the door, (children under 16 accompanied by an adult are free if space allows), at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

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

BEGINNING MEDIUMSHIP CLASS 7p.m. with Rev. Justin Terry, Pastor United Metaphysical Church of the Palm Beaches. Class 2 - new class meets every Monday for six weeks and covers fundamentals of Spirit Communication for yourself or others. Focusing on meditation and building a working relationship with Spirit; this class will be very hands-on and practical. $60 for 6 weeks. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach, 561-686-0217. www. unitedmetaphysical.org.

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WEIGHT LOSS THROUGH HYPNOTHERAPY! 7:009:00pm. Start the New Year off right by re-programming your sub-conscious. Dr. Dave will help you change your life!

Attendees also receive a Hypnotherapy Weight-Loss CD for continual reinforcement. Space is limited call for reservations: 401-323-6934. Greenwise Market Community room. Legacy Place, 11231 Legacy Ave. Palm Beach Gardens. $29.99pp.

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REIKI CIRCLE led by Reiki Master & Teacher Rev. Pearl Rauberts; starts at 6:30pm, donations accepted. Experience the healing power of Reiki to help body, mind & emotions!

Open to those wishing to receive Reiki, we start with a short guided meditation then 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, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or 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. . 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

AGAPE COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE “Acupuncture for everyone” MONDAYS @ 12:00-2:30pm (January 4, 11, 18, 25) at Agape Healing Arts, 385 Tequesta Drive, Suite 4, Tequesta FL 33469 our missionto make acupuncture accessible to as many members of our Community as possible.

You decide what you can afford. *By appointment only call 561-76-AGAPE to reserve your spot today! Visit wwwagapehealingarts.com

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CONQUERING FEAR - Free Spiritual Café at 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 26th 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) 434-2003 or find us on www.meetup.com/ecankarinpalmbeach and on Facebook at Eckankar Palm Beach County.

For information about ECKANKAR visit www.eckankar.org.

BEHIND THE SCENES WITH CLIVE PINNOCK - Lion Country Safari, Registration REQUIRED: send email to asetripinfo@gmail.com. entry fee. Contact: Sue Snyder 561701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www. auduboneverglades.org MEDICINE CABINET MAKEOVER - 7:15pm Agape Healing Arts, 385 Tequesta Drive, Suite 4, Tequesta FL 33469 If you are concerned about using synthetic drugs and their cascading side effects then essential oils are a great option for you. $5 preregistered or $10 at the door. Your investment automatically enters you into our door prize and raffle for dōTERRA intro kit and other goodies. RSVP REQUIRED. visit wwwagapehealingarts.com THE POWER OF THE PIPE: A LECTURE with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee, 6:30pm to 8:30pm, $25.

The Pipe is the cornerstone of Native American Ceremony.

Learn what "carrying" a Pipe is, what Pipe ceremony is, when is the Pipe used; hear stories about the origins of the Pipe. A clear understanding of the Pipe is essential for those interested in Native American Ceremony. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@ hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

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SPIRITUALITY AND RECOVERY GROUP with Rev. Marcia M. Augment your 12-Step Recovery with Affirmative Prayer, Meditation, New Thought, Metaphysics, Inspired Reading, Conversation and Fellowship. Wednesdays, starting Jan 27, 6- 7:30 pm, $5 RSVP today. Just 12 seats available. Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches www.CSLPalmBeaches.org 561-676-7997. Palm Court Executive Suites 11911 US HWY 1, Suite 201, North Palm Beach.

CHANNELING with Roger Harden as he channels Ascended Masters. You may have an opportunity to ask questions. Roger is a long-time metaphysician, healer and channel. 7PM Love Offering United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

ENERGY HEALING FOR ANIMALS Ambassador Club with Paula Wheeler. Join Paula Wheeler for an 8-week in-depth energy healing for animal exploration, using Joan Ranquet's book, Energy Healing for Animals (Sounds TrueIt is an opportunity to become an asset to your community as an ambassador to the animal kingdom. 5:30 – 6:30 PM, FREE, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www. thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

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 www.brahmakumaris.org

THURSDAY JANUARY 28 DREAMS, SYMBOLS & MESSAGES FROM THE DIVINE with Margaret Ann Lembo. Are you aware of the symbolism of your dreams? Are you conscious of the letters from the Divine?.

Experience dream interpretation. Learn and experience a simple shamanistic type of dreaming in class and a technique to try on your own. Please bring a notepad and your own pen or pencil that will be dedicated to your dreams and this class. 6:30 - 8:00 PM, $60 prepaid for all three events or $23 per event, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

MEDITATION AND MORE – Rev. James Kohlbecker - Become aware of your higher-self, seek answers from within and learn to trust your intuition through meditation and more. 7PM / weekly. United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Love Offering 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

PLANTING A SPIRITUAL GARDEN, 7pm - 9m. Learn the right plants to plant in the right places outside your home to attract Protection, Love, Money, and Luck! Carolyn Marquis presents this class, and you will leave with plant samples! Learn the lore behind your favorite plants, and change the energy around your home. Cost is $20. Dream Angels 128 Bridge Road, Tequesta, FL. 561-745-9355. www.DreamAngelsOnline.com.

LET LOVE AND BREATH INTO YOUR LIFE…BE TRANSFORMED w/Dr. Judith Kravitz, world-renowned breathwork teacher and healer. Discover how breath is the key to personal transformation. Dr. Kravitz has a Doctorate in Metaphysics and has taught and advanced the field of breathwork for over 3 decades. She was inspired by her personal experience of self-healing a malignant tumor on her neck, based on principles and skills acquired through breathwork. 7-9:30PM Cost $50 or $45 by 1/27 To Register or For More Information Call: 561630-2280. The Jamar Enlightenment Center. www.JamarCenter. com 4595 Northlake Blvd., Villa Palma Plaza, Suite 107, 150 yards west of Military Trail, PBG, FL

FRIDAY JANUARY 29 COUPLES WEEKEND GETAWAY & TANTRA WORKSHOP: Friday Jan. 29-31, 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.

SPECIAL EVENT WEEKEND Friday, Jan 29th – 31st RECLAIM YOUR SUPERPOWERS TM w/Jamar The Reclaim Your Superpowers™ program allows us to experience hidden and dynamic part of the mystical self by utilizing the energy of the Universal Life-force created through the unique breathing techniques used in Transformational BreathDiscover how and why we can use the breath to create more Spiritual awareness and open your unique gift. exercise. Friday 6-9PM, Saturday 9-5PM, Sunday 9-12PM Cost $349 or $299 by 1/22 or $249 by 1/15 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. PRESENCE PRACTICE & MEDITATION 5pm, Healing with Herbs 6pm, Healing with Hands 7pm, Channel & Communicate with your Source at 8pm, High level Lightworkers: 6073 Summit Blvd. WPB FL 33415 (561) 667-4901. Lightworkers United - Love offering.

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 561-686-0217 $25.

United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. GATEWAY TO YOUR ESSENCE; THE POWER OF BREATH 6:00pm-8:00pm. Your breath is a gift that can heal you and set you free.. Join me in some breathing, and you may just find what you have been looking for, YOURSELF, Investment - $35 Held at Yoga Journey located at the Wyndham Hotel 5thth floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 *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.

SATURDAY JANUARY 30 NEW YEAR NEW YOU OPEN HOUSE - Let self-care be a promise to yourself this year. Meet with local practitioners who offer a variety of services to assist you in healing and growth.

Kick Start Your Health Coaching, Chair Massage, Tarot readings, Reiki and more. Create a treasure map to inspire and create a year of really attaining what you desire. Healthy refreshments, inspiring music and great people make this event fun and inspiring. Come for a visit or for the day. 10 am -4 pm. $25 for 15 min services optional. 1480 C RPB Blvd Royal Palm Beach. Call Mary Canane for information. 561-301-5355, mcanane@bellsouth.net BIRD WALK All Day Trip, Merritt Island, Registration REQUIRED: send email to valleribrauer@gmail.com (Valleri Brauer) Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org TAI CHI & CHI GONG with Dr. Keith SATURDAYS 9am (January 9, 16, 23, 30) At HARBOR-SIDE Amphitheater in Jupiter at Indiantown and the intracoastal way. As you practice you will enjoy improved strength, flexibility, reduced pain & stiffness, better balance, enhanced sleep, greater awareness, calmness, & overall sense of well-being.

BIRD WALK Peaceful Waters, 8:00 am Wellington, 11700 Pierson Rd. SW corner of Village Park. Meet at entry to boardwalk. (Scott Zucker) Contact: Sue Snyder 561-701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www.auduboneverglades.org CORD CUTTING: RELEASING THE ENERGETIC TIES OF YOUR PAST with Margaret Ann Lembo. Are you ready to release old patterns? Prepare to enter this experience with your intention of who or what you are going to release. Disconnect the energetic ties and watch yourself transform your life for the better. This workshop includes a lecture and a regression experience. Wear comfortable clothing. Private sessions are available by appointment. 1:00 - 3:30 PM, $37 prepaid per event, $47 at the door, maximum 30 people, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden. com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

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, located at Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819

SUNDAY JANUARY 31 REIKI I, 9am - 5pm. Dream Angels presents Reiki 1 Certification. Presented by Laura Pittman. Cost is $139 for the entire day. Reiki II to follow next month. Location: Dream Angels, 128 Bridge Road, Tequesta, FL. 561-745-9355 or www.DreamAngelsOnline.com.

INTENTIONS AND THE LANGUAGE OF MASTERY With Rev. Marcia MacLean and Lindsey Kane. Message and Workshop Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am – Donation Workshop 12:00 – 2:00 pm - $25 GreenWise Community Room, Upstairs 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG www.CSLPalmBeaches.org 561-6767997 Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches Looking for a community where you can be yourself? Ready to discover your purpose and make a difference? Connect – Be Yourself – Be the Change at CSL SUNDAY SERVICE at Unity of the Palm Beaches. Senior Minister Rev. Taylor E. Stevens’ uplifting sermons \ We offer a Youth Program for children and teens. Food and fellowship follow the service in our beautiful social hall. Services are held at the beautiful Temple Israel, 1901 N Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (561) 833-6483 www.unitypalmbeach.com Service begins at 11:00 am. Affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries, Silent Unity and Unity Institute & Seminary.

MEDITATION WORKSHOP with Anna Crane 10:00am 11:00am. Reap the benefits of seated meditation. We will explore mantra, breath & mindfulness meditation. Includes pranayama and yoga stretches to prepare for meditation. Investment - $20 Held at Yoga Journey located at the Wyndham Hotel 5th floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 *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.

BIRD WALK Belle Glade, 6:30 am at Southern Palms Crossing (Costco) Shopping Center, 11001 Southern Blvd. (intersection Lamstein Lane). Meet in the parking area north of Starbucks and south of the Costco gas station. Contact: Sue Snyder 561701-7773 Audubon Society of the Everglades (ASE) www. auduboneverglades.org SELF-IDENTITY TRAPS with Rick McBride; 1:00pm to 3:00pm, $35. What you identify with, good or bad, is what you become. This class teaches how to see what we really identify with, to asses it, then to make changes as we see fit. 6073 Summit

Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP: call 561333-3372 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 singing of Lakota Prayer songs: no drumming experience required. Drums and rattles are available to borrow. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com 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 BRUNO GROENING CIRCLE OF FRIENDS –Healing Circle – 2PM-4PM –Love Donation. Groening regarded health (rather than illness and disease) as a natural state of all living things and asserted that one can maintain health and heal from illness by absorption of Divine “Life Force” that he called “Heilstrom” (Healing Wave). Groups meets at United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. For more information, Call 561-342-1783.

INTRODUCTION TO THE MELT METHOD: Get out of Pain and Change the Way You Age! w/Amba Green As an Advanced MELT Method Instructor, Amba will guide you through a series of easy, precise techniques using a unique soft body roller and small, specialized balls to get out of pain and change the way you age! This groundbreaking simple self-treatment program quickly rehydrates connective tissue, which allows the body to release long-held tension. 1-4 PM Cost $60 or $50 by 1/29 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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2016 Goal Setting Intensive Workshop Ready? Set? Goals !!

Make it Happen in 2016. Take a huge step towards your personal transformation and set up for success this year. Because if you don’t change... nothing changes. This is an opportunity to attend a transformational event lead by coaching experts.

Get clear, Get inspired, Get the tools for your success.

Saturday, January 16 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Boca Raton Courtyard Marriott

200 NW Executive Center Circle, Boca Raton, FL 33434

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ACUPUNCTURE Board Certified ACUPUNCTURIST at MY FLORA AURA Mindful Healing Center. SE 4th Street, Boca Raton. Do you experience Stress, Anxiety, Sciatica, Headaches, Digestive Issues, Disturbed Sleep?... or just need overall balancing? Robin Arnold, AP, Dipl.Ac., ph: 954-242-9874, www.acubalance.net Dr. Cynthia Zhang . MD (China). Acupuncture physician. (561) 414-0715.

DOULA Doula www.alovingbirth.com 561-808-3142

ENERGY HEALING ENERGY HEALING by Dr. Yafi. Release negative energy and energy blocks, Chakra Balancing with Hemi-Sync (brain-balancing sound technology) for only $60-$120. Holistic counseling/coaching, and more!

954-471-3073 www.HealthyMindsPractice.com 26 SE 4th St. Boca Raton

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 561376-3713.

CAREGIVER STRUGGLING TO DO IT ALONE? I can help with Housekeeping, Meal preparation, Transportation to Appointment and Errands. Please call 561-856-1850 www.lizcarehcs.com

Fun and unique classes and workshops in transformative art making for adults! No previous art experience required. SoulCollage®, Mandala Making, Intuitive Painting, Spirit Dolls and oodles more. Tap into your authentic creativity, express and revitalize! Lake Worth www.JUICYCREATIVES.com 904-377-3500

ENERGY HEALING by Dr. Yafi. Release negative energy and energy blocks, Chakra Balancing with Hemi-Sync (brain-balancing sound technology) for only $60-$120. Holistic counseling/coaching, and more!

954-471-3073 www.HealthyMindsPractice.com 26 SE 4th St. Boca Raton

HEALING SERVICES

INSTITUTE OF HEALTHOLOGY

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, 7:309pm. Suggested donation $20. For more information call Carolyn @ 561-746-4599 www.carolyncohen.net (This circle has been on-going group since 2004, all tailored for healing from the inside out).

Online Health Education Create a healthier you and a Healthier World. Learn the truth about Health and Nutritional Science. www.truthinhealth.com/natural-healtheducation-online/

WHOLE PERSON INTEGRATIVE HEALING. Integrative processes for: excessive weight, toxicity, emotional distress, mental energy blocks, etc. www.wholenessconnection.com 561-767-1177

HELP WANTED/ EMPLOYMENT Licensed Stylist downtown Boca Raton salon Newly renovated/LED lighting. Uses all natural/organic/noammonia/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 HEALING - THE WHOLE BODY, MIND AND SOUL

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

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HYPNOSIS

EXPRESSIVE ARTS

Advanced indigenous energy medicine for whole person healing. Phone sessions: rev.bey888@gmail.com

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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 for Joyful Living, Past-Life Regression, and more. With the help and guidance of Dr. Yafi you can connect to your subconscious, receive answers, and discover your true potential! 954-471-3073 www.

HealthyMindsPractice.com 26 SE 4th St. Boca Raton

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

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MASSAGE THERAPY UNHURRIED MASSAGE for relaxation and wellness, serving men, women, couples at your home/hotel. 90min Swedish massage, OUTCALL only. Call Bill 561386-3560. WellingtonMassageTherapy.com, MA54553

ORION Orion in Jupiter February 4, 2016. Orion (similar to Seth and Abraham) Translated thru Leslie Stewart from Cincinnati. Orion will give a lecture followed by Q & A both general and personal at Dream Angels bookstore.

Info: www.theorionchannel.com or Ken @513-9423009, tulip2252@aol.com or Dream Angels bookstore @ 561.745.9355.

PRODUCTS #1 Premium CBD (Cannabidiol) Hemp Oil. Pain, Anxiety, Sleep, Focus. 954-415-0942. PureScienceLab.com.

Small farm organically grown turmeric $9.00 lb Shantivanfarm.com 561-714-8953

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, Fil-

ing, Moving, and Unpacking. Professional, dependable and nonjudgmental. Kathleen@DunnOrganizing.com Phone: 561-670-1448.

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.

Office space for Rent-Palmbeach Gardens 498 Sq foot, shared bathroom, lobby and common area looking to share with an LMT, Acupunctrist,Esthetician or Holistic Practioner 540/mo 561-632-4019

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SPACE AVAILABLE

Established spiritual health and wellness boutique in Boca Raton has space available to rent for classes, workshops for private sessions. A great place to host an event. $25 per hour or monthly options available 561367-8898 Beautiful, New, Zen-like Space Available in Palm Beach Gardens Holistic healthcare office to open soon near PBG Medical Center. We are looking for compassionate and successful providers to rent unfurnished space. Please send your resume and mission statement to Tracy: health.change@gmail.com 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

Upscale West Palm Beach. Suitable for Accupunturist Botox technician Life Coach Energy Healing Mediumship , readings. 2 different size rooms. Seats up to15 .

Schedule times and dates when you need the room. 3 hour minimum , half day, full day. Call 239-290-8882 to view.

STOP TOBACCO USE Your finances, quality & longevity of life are in danger! End tobacco use now with self hypnosis and 1 on 1 counseling via phone and email. No drugs, vitamin therapy or costly CD's Commitment and Consistency mandatory. Bob 561-640-0885/ 732-915-1161 bobfishbein47@gmail.com

WEIGHT LOSS LOSE WEIGHT. New program based on latest scientific research. Conquer food addiction, resolve overeating, compulsive eating, binge eating, bulimia. Licensed Psychologist. www.DouglasSchooler.com . DrSchooler@ outlook.com. 561-395-3033.

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Find pre-prepped veggies on our salad bar for faster home-cooked meals.

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ACUPUNCTURE / ORIENTAL MEDICINE

AGAPE HEALING ARTS

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

www.DrBellaLauren.com

AGAPE HEALING ARTS provides natural, traditional & time tested healing modalities which include Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Cupping, Herbal Remedies, Aromatherapy, Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy, Yoni & Root Steam baths, Holistic Midwifery, Doula & Well Woman care, Hypnobirthing & Bellabirthing classes, Craniosacral Therapy, Lymphatic drainage Therapy, Chi Nei Tsang, Visceral Manipulation, Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Meditation, Reiki, Energy Work, Acutonics, Vibrational & sound healing. When used in conjunction, all of these complementary healing modalities aid your body in its own unique healing process to return to homeostasis, health & Wellness. Follow us on FaceBook, Twitter & Instagram.

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

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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.

ADD/ADHD, DYSLEXIA, LEARNING DISABILITIES LEARNING IMPROVEMENT CENTER, LLC

Wes Beach, LMT, CBIT Boca Raton, FL 561-809-4985 LearningImprovementCenter.com I work with adults and children to alleviate symptoms of learning difficulties, ADD/ADHD, and dyslexia without drugs or supplements. With my help you will increase your ability to learn, remember, focus and make better decisions. Expect improvement in four major areas: Academics, Focus, Balance, and Emotions. Drug-free therapy, using a natural method, a blend of Acupressure and Kinesiology. Finally put an end to the struggles at home, school or work. Call for a free assessment 561-809-4985.

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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

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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.

BIOFEEDBACK / NEUROFEEDBACK AKASHIC RECORDS CONSULTANT QI GONG AND TAI CHI TEACHER ED DOLEZAL Fa Chi Si (Chi Gong Healer) Chi Gong and Tai Chi Teacher 561-450-9630 www.UniversalQiGong.net North Palm Beach County

Ed offers weekly Chi Gong and Tai Chi group classes. Private classes available. Schedule your private Chi Balancing sessions or Healing sessions for physical and emotional issues. Get clarity in your life with a private Akashic Records consultation.

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MICHAEL COHEN

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.

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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.

ERIN SCHLOYER, CT, LMT

Spa Lavage 5458 Town Center Rd, Suite 26 Boca Raton, FL 33486 Spalavage.com erin@spalavage.com 561-235-5139 Spa Lavage, Boca’s premiere colon hydrotherapy spa, features a stateof-the-art, open system, Class II medical device model Grace. The device is a gravity system, meaning the water tank sits at the appropriate height above the table to ensure the maximum flow of purified water is safe and gentle. Grace also features a flexible, disposable nozzle and a flow controller that can adjust the stream of water to provide a gentle and relaxing experience. Lic. MM34363, MA78533

COUNSELING - EMDR INSIGHT COUNSELING CENTER

Roxanne Grobbel, JD, LCSW, RPT 950 Peninsula Corporate Circle, #2011 Boca Raton, FL 33431 561-756-3477 www.insightcounselingandeducation.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.

FITNESS TRAINING

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY 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

INTEGRATED DERMATOLOGY BARRY J. KUTTNER, M.D., PH.D., F.A.A.D.

Integrated Dermatology of West Palm Beach 1840 Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 102 West Palm Beach, FL 33406 Phone: 561-964-6664 www.functionalderm.com (additional location downtown) • Board Certified Dermatology, Dermatopathology, & Integrative Medicine • IFM Certified Practitioner • Metabolic Medical Institute Certified Combining a holistic approach with the latest functional medicine testing, supplements, and nutritional guidance. Adults and children. Micro-needling for facial rejuvenation and scarring.

EXPRESSIVE ARTS FOR PERSONAL GROWTH JUICY CREATIVES STUDIO

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.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE 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.

MERNA MATILSKY, M.D.

Board Certified Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and Family Medicine 2900 N. Military Trail, Suite 245 Boca Raton, FL 33431 561/994-2007 ext. 109 (ofc) 561/994-2003 (fax) www.bocamed.com Latest Scientific methods for Hormone imbalances, weightloss, Sleeploss, Anti-aging and more to learn more about treatments and informative free lectures on these topics Call: 561/994-2007 mjackson@matilskyandmorris.com

Elise Crohn / Lake Worth 904-377-3500 www.JuicyCreatives.com elise@JuicyCreatives.com

Experience community connection, personal growth and the the wonder of your own creative process with SoulCollage®, Intuitive Painting, Mandala Making, Art-Journaling and many other mixed media methods.

Become enlivened by learning how to access your own true, authentic creativity. And guess what--no previous art experience is expected or required!

Taking part in our expressive arts events, you can learn to: *Create as an Inner Journey that leads to self discoveries. *Create as Meditation that quiets the “monkey mind” and leads to self acceptance and peace. *Create while transforming blocks to creativity including “the inner critic”. * Create within a Community to experience your authenticity in company with others.

Art is Nectar for the Soul

Let your life lightly dance on the edges of time like dew on the tip of a leaf. ~Rabindranath Tagore

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HOLISTIC PHYSICIAN HEALING HEARTS HOLISTIC CENTER 2351 Vista Parkway Ste 500 West Palm Beach, FL 33411 561-870-0133 www.HealingHeartsFL.com

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.

HOLISTIC HEALING INCEPTION POINT INSTITUTE Cheryl Sullivan, C.Ht. Boca Raton, FL 561-395-2727 www.InceptionPointInstitute.com

Have you ever wished you could go back in time... and change the past?

Inception Point Therapy® gives you the tools to make the corrections and add solutions. Then bring them forward to today giving you the life you deserve. Classes are only two-anda-half days, a small commitment to change the rest of your life. My passion is teaching people how to heal themselves… emotionally and physically, working with the energy of Source. Classes or appointment call 561-395-2727 or InceptionPointInstitute.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.

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.

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.

HOLISTIC WAY OF LIVING

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

Offices in Ft. Lauderdale & Palm Beach.

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NICOLETA SCHEER

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?

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HYPNOTHERAPY DAVE DISANO, PH.D. C.H.

At: Digits Wellness Spa 2247 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., Suite 209 West Palm Beach, FL 33409 401-323-6934 Email: divinely@divinelytouched.com Website: www.divinelytouched.com Dr. Dave is a Holistic Hypnotherapist. He has degrees in science education, counseling, school psychology and a Ph.D. in Holistic Mental Health. He is author of Holistic Mental Health and co-author (with his wife Mary) of Divinely Touched: Transform Your Life where he connects science with metaphysics and spirituality proving the existence of the spirit dimension and it’s influence on our lives. He conducts individual and group Hypnotherapy sessions for weight loss, smoking cessation, anxiety, depression and phobias. Sessions include a CD. Experience amazing results in ONE session.

INTEGRATIVE HOLISTIC HEALING JENNIFER A. HOUSE DOM

The Therapeutic Alternative 301 Camino Gardens Boulevard, Suite 102 Boca Raton, Fl 33432 561.702.5144 www.jh-energyhealer.com Discover your most vibrant self!

Jennifer is double nationally certified in acupuncture and herbal medicine, a Quantum Energetic Practitioner, and a Neuroscience, Inc. healthcare provider. In her practice she offers acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, energy healing, and laboratory testing (neurotransmitter, adrenal, hormone) to achieve alignment for the body, mind and spirit. She specializes in pain relief, fertility, women's health issues, addictions, anxiety, depression, post surgical healing, and wellness.

REGAINING FITNESS through a HEALTHY lifestyle

No Membership Fees • Custom Workouts

Private Personal Training Gym Certified Fitness Trainers 2 FREE Sessions for new Clients CALL NOW 561-308-0228

By Appointment Only www.finefitnessboca.com

INTERNAL MEDICINE AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

LIFE COACH MICHELE LANDERS & ASSOCIATES

WEISS WELLNESS MD

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

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.

LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST LAWRENCE J. LEVY, PSY.D., PA 398 Camino Gardens Blvd, Suite 7 Boca Raton, FL 33432 561-206-4286 Fax:561-210-8802

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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LIFE COACH

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.

MEDITATION SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY

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!

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

Quartell Chiropractic has launched “Mind Unwind” guided meditation classes in Palm Beach Gardens.

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. To learn more please call our office, visit us on the web or simply visit our office. If you mention you saw us in Natural Awakenings your first class with us is FREE.

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MIND AND BODY HEALING

PILATES SPACE FLORIDA

DR. YAFI AND DR. ROBIN

Counseling, Hypnosis, Acupuncture, Energy/Chakra Balancing and Healing, Stress/Anxiety reduction.

Call now for a free consultation!

At My Flora Aura Healing Center 26 SE 4th St. Boca Raton 33432 Dr. Yafi (on right) 954-471-3073 HealthyMindsPractice.com Holistic doctor of clinical psychology and Energy Practitioner, specializes in Hypnosis and counseling for adults/children/teens, Past-Life Regression, Spiritual Regression, stress & anxiety reduction, meditation, and Joyful Living. Also specializes in Brain and Chakra Balancing/reading and Energy Healing.

Dr. Robin (on left) 954-242-9874 Acubalance.net Board Certified Acupuncturist and Reiki Master.

Naturally heal pain, poor digestion, anxiety & stress, improve energy and sleep through acupuncture. B-12, Chinese herbs, and nutrition.

ORGANIZING SERVICE KATHY ANDIO, M. ED.

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“Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up Class” instructor “Get Organized Accountability Group” Facilitator Can help declutter paper piles, overflowing closets, disorganized kitchens, garages, etc.

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

PSYCHIC DEIRDRE ABRAMI

6th Generation Psychic Intuitive, Spiritual Advisor & Teacher 561-READING (732-3464) www.DeirdreAbrami.com Deirdre offers private psychic readings, psychic development classes & spiritual coaching. She has the ability to connect with your spirit guides, angels & deceased loved ones to help you on your path. Receive clarity about…career, relationships, health, finances, spirituality & more.

For more details & appointments: www.DeirdreAbrami. com or 561-READING

DR. DEBORAH ARMENTI 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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MARY ‘DIVINE’ DISANO

At: Digits Wellness Spa 2247 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., Suite 209 West Palm Beach, FL 33409 401-263-8828 Email: divinely@divinelytouched.com Website: www.divinelytouched.com Experience the difference! After being certified in Reflexology and Reiki, Mary was led to Reconnective Healing that uses higher energy frequencies promoting healing of body, mind and spirit. Her patients report miraculous healings in ONE session (see website: www.divinelytouched.com/ testimonies). She is also author of Divinely Touched: Transform Your Life that chronicles her healing journey through the Metaphysical Worlds!

REFLEXOLOGY

PSYCHIC/INTUITIVE HEALER ORTHO-BIONOMY®

RECONNECTIVE HEALING

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 reoccurrence'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

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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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REIKI DEENA ELMORE

LMT, Reiki Master/Teacher Integrated Therapies 561-271-2651 www.deenaelmore.com Lic #MA45730

HotWorks.org Presents

Boca Raton Fine Art Show

January 23 & 24, 2016

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Boca’s Finest

Juried Fine Art & Craft Show 160 Artists

Downtown Boca Raton Sat, Jan 23 & Sun, Jan 24 10am-5pm Daily Free Admission

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.

Federal Highway/US 1, between NE 2nd St & Palmetto Park Rds. Will be closed from Fri, Jan 22, 1 pm, to Sun, Jan 24, 10 pm Plenty of on-street parking and at First United Methodist Church

Budding Artists Competition for grades 6-12 or ages 9-19 Supported by Institute for the Arts & Education™, A 501c(3) Non-Profit Organization More Info: HotWorks.org

SHAMANISM AND ENERGY HEALING

See Art, Love Art, Buy Art!

SPIRIT AND ENERGY HEALING Paula Klempay 561-809-4932 www.SpiritandEnergyHealing.net

Paula has worked with individuals, families, organizations and communities to effect healing and wholeness since 1994. Paula offers healing sessions, teaches, leads healing circles, and guides ceremonies for all life stages and transitions. Her classes are experiential, facilitated with love and respect. Contact Paula or visit website to learn more about Shamanic Journeying for Guidance and Empowerment, Energy Clearing and Balancing, Soul Retrieval, Medicine for the Earth, and other specialties.

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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 BOOKSTORE THE CRYSTAL GARDEN 2610 North Federal Highway Boynton Beach, FL 561-369-2836 www.thecrystalgarden.com

Great things are done by a series of small things brought together. ~Vincent Van Gogh

A unique gift store, book store and spiritual center with more than 50 events a month. Check the calendar and website for listings.

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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 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

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WELNESS CENTER COMMUNICATING ENERGY WELLNESS CENTER

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!

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

GOT SPROUTS?

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

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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

YOGA THERAPY & MASSAGE KATIE HALEY, BS, LMT, RYT 916 SE 5th Ave Suite 6 Delray Beach, FL 33483 407 760-8214 www.cosmicflower.com

A private healing studio where it’s all about YOU. Slow down, unwind, and find freedom from pain and stress. Katie offers a unique form of bodywork she has developed; combining personal yoga instruction and assisted stretching, followed by massage therapy to treat specific conditions in your body. Katie has over 15 years’ experience along with intuitive gifts, cultivated by spiritual practice and Vipassana meditation. She also offers readings and guidance to those ready to explore their consciousness and discover the answers they need to heal.

YOUR HEALING PLACE 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

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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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