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

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Natural Ways to Boost Libido

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My Dentist Saved My Life!

by Rae Middleton

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y dentist found my breast cancer two years before it was detectable. Well…kind of. I am the wife of an integrative medicine doctor (Dr. Jeff Middleton) in Fort Lauderdale.

His recommendation was to see Dr. Cintron for her holistic approach to dentistry.

After answering many questions about my teeth and health, Dr. Cintron suggested extraction of my upper left molar, tooth #14. She used both a traditional and non-traditional approach to my care.

Extraction, bone and plasma rich growth factors (PRGF) from my own blood were performed on that molar.

After a few months of healing, a nonmetal, zirconia implant was put in and more PRGF was used to accelerate the healing.

My husband, knowledgeable about the tooth meridian chart and the relationship between that particular tooth and the incidence of breast cancer, suggested I follow up with further testing. Due to my newfound vigilance, I went to an oncologist who found a small lump in my breast. Fortunately and thankfully, I had been able to connect the dots between the tooth Dr. Cintron extracted and my husband sharing his knowledge of meridians. The lump was found early, which I believe, saved my life.

Thank you, Dr. Cintron!

Rae Middleton

Information from additional sources on the relationship between the health of your teeth and the rest of your body.

Dr. Veronique Desaulniers (“Dr. V”) is a best-selling author and founder of BreastCancerConqueror.com. His article in NaturalHealth365.com states: “I’ll begin this article by stating the obvious: I am not a dentist and I don’t pretend to be. However, I talk with women all over the globe every week about breast cancer—as I coach them on my program which involves the ‘7 essentials’ of breast cancer prevention and treatment. One of the fundamental questions I ask them is, ‘Do you have root canals?’

“I ask them this because I am passionate about helping others create vibrant health and educating them on how to get there. And when it comes to root canals, there is mounting evidence to suggest a strong correlation: Root canals—which fill your mouth with toxic chemicals— can and do increase your risk of disease, including breast cancer.”

Dr. V’s five-year study involving over 300 women with breast cancer found that 93 percent of them had root canals.

Interestingly, he also found that, in the majority of cases, the cancer tumors were located on the same side of the body as the root canal or other oral pathology.

In addition, the actual root canal procedure can be the cause of infection from the get-go. A 1998 study, published in the American Academy of Periodontology, concluded that the actual root canal sites as well as the blood samples of all 26 case subjects contained anaerobic bacteria. It is a safe bet that from the minute you get that root canal (no doubt recommended and performed by your traditional local dentist), a never-ending river of bacteria starts.

Science confirms the root canal – cancer connection.

Bill Henderson is the author of the book Cure Your Cancer and host of the popular radio show “How to Live Cancer-Free.”

After 25 years as a cancer-prevention advocate speaking with thousands of cancer patients and doctors on and off the air, he says, “Two facts have jumped out at me from those many phone calls: 1) The most common cause of all cancers is root canal-filled teeth and cavitation sites; 2) Until a cancer patient gets rid of the root canal-filled teeth and cavitations, they don’t get well. You can take those two facts to the bank, folks.”

Mercola.com. “Since When is Leaving A Dead Body Part INYour Body a Good Idea?”

There is no other medical procedure that involves allowing a dead body part to remain in your body. When your appendix dies, it’s removed. If you get frostbite or gangrene on a finger or toe, it is amputated. If a baby dies in utero, the body typically initiates a miscarriage.

Your immune system doesn’t care for dead substances, and just the presence of dead tissue can cause your system to launch an attack, which is another reason to avoid root canals—they leave behind a dead tooth.

Infection, plus the autoimmune rejection reaction, causes more bacteria to collect around the dead tissue. In the case of a root canal, bacteria are given the opportunity to flush into your blood every time you bite down.

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Become A Professional Intuitive & Get Certified!

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Even though Deirdre’s psychic family encouraged her to use her intuition years prior, she did not believe or embrace her own abilities until this experience. Since her healing over 10 years ago, she became passionate about sharing messages from Angels, and wanted to teach others how easy it is to connect with these non-denominational loving beings.

Deirdre realized the more she learned to ask for help from Angels, the more miracles were manifested. Soon people were asking her to teach them how to connect with Angels…then the Certified Angel Healer Practitioner Workshop was created.

For the past eight years Deirdre has certified thousands of students how to connect and communicate with angels, spirit guides, deceased loved ones and more.

If you are an intuitive and/or healer and want to take your spiritual practice to another level, this workshop is for you! Not only will you learn to hone in on your own unique intuitive skills, you will enhance your intuitive senses to better use them professionally. Plus, you will learn how to conduct, promote and market your spiritual business.

Looking to personally enhance your intuition? Need a time out and want to take some me time to heal, grown and expand your spiritual awareness and/or psychic intuitive abilities? Well this workshop is for you too!

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In their seminars they discuss the spirit dimension’s influence in Mary’s physical and mental illness, and her healings from shamans and lightworkers after the medical community offered no cures for her. They also discuss the history of alternative medicine and how quantum physics explains energy healing as well as psychic phenomenon.

In their new seminar, (see Calendar Section) Healing Body, Mind & Spirit, they will be discussing information from Dr. Dave’s book, Holistic Mental Health, where he compares alternative therapies to traditional treatments for mental disorders. They also discuss topics such as what is making us sick, why we are losing the “War on Cancer.”

Natural cures for chronic and “incurable” disease (including cancer). From their book Divinely Touched; How science can explain & prove unseen phenomenon. How the Spirit dimension affects our life. Scientific evidence of psychic phenomena such as Out-of-Body experiences, Astral projection, Reincarnation, Entity Possession and The Spirit Dimension. And how Divine energies are all around and us give messages and signs, and can lead us to our Divine purpose in life! At the end of the seminar Mary demonstrates energy healing by giving participants a mini-healing.

They will be conducting two FREE seminars; Healing Body & Mind on Thursday May 12, 6:00-7:00pm and part 2 Healing Spirit on Saturday May 14, 12-1:00pm at Tunies Natural Grocery, 7170 Fairway Dr., PBG. 561-721-8787

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newsbriefs Why We look Bad and Fat

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ummertime is approaching, which means time for beaches, pools and swimsuits! Many people are not comfortable with how they look in a swimsuit. But almost no one stops to consider that looking good is more complicated than how you shape fills out (or not) your swimwear.

Research has shown that a person’s level of health has a direct impact on their perceived level of attractiveness. There really is such a thing as a “healthy glow”.

First things first, to look good you’ll likely not want too many extra pounds hanging around. Many people still think that weight loss is just about counting calories and or exercising more. Counting calories is nowhere near as important as the quality of the food you choose in the first place.

Diet is the key to losing pounds; exercise is not necessary for the majority of people to achieve weight loss. Dr. Meng has years of clinical practice and has developed a failsafe diet for people to follow.

Excess fat isn’t the only culprit in determining body shape. Water retention (edema) can cause a bloated or puffy appearance in the face, limbs, and trunk. Bloating of the abdominal wall can occur from digestive disorders, poor diet, and from qi stagnation. In more severe cases of qi stagnation one can appear to be bloated without being overweight or having excess body fat. Con-

gestive heart failure can also cause edema and a swollen appearance. Acupuncture can be successfully used to reduce water retention, clear qi and/or blood stagnations, and thus help to improve overall body shape and appearance.

Another aspect of health that strongly influences perceived attractiveness is the quality of skin. In fact several new studies suggest the quality of the skin is a more important factor than facial symmetry, which has long been considered to be one of the most important factors of attractiveness. The color, consistency, luster, texture, and tension of the skin all factor into how people will see you. Healthy skin should be taught but not too tight, the coloring should be consistent, and there should be a natural luster or shine to it. A diet high in toxins and or poor lifestyle will result in dry, crinkled, dull and darkened skin with the possibility of acne, boils, or other skin eruptions. Changes in skin tone, especially on the face, reflect underlying imbalances.

While makeup may cover up some facial discolorations, the best way to look better is to get better. Dr. Meng has developed two advanced herbal formulas to help restore a naturally healthy shine to the skin; one specific for the facial skin and another for the rest of the body.

Finally there is the aspect of your overall health as a determining factor in how you look to others. This aspect can be a little vague due to the scope of what is involved in optimal health, which is quite broad.

Everything from trouble sleeping to digestive

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I trouble to stress can influence the way you look. For example chronic poor sleep can leave you looking tired and worn out with dropping eyelids, dark complexion, and loose facial muscle tone. Chronic stress can add wrinkles to your face, dark circles or lines under the eyes, and an overall dark or dull complexion. Certain illness and medications can damage the liver and result in jaundice – yellowing of the skin. Acupuncture and herbal therapy can be used to treat all these conditions and help to restore overall health and balance. Specific western markers of overall health such as blood pressure, cholesterol levels, blood sugar, and hours of sleep can all be improved with TCM treatment. To summarize, to look your best you’ll want to concern yourself not just with your body size and shape but with your overall state of health. The healthier you are the better you’ll look, and more importantly, the better you will feel!

For more info regarding Dr. Meng’s weight loss program call: Meng’s Acupuncture 561-656-0717 Gina Meng AP, DOM Palm Beach Gardens 4060 PGA Blvd, Suite 202, Palm Beach Gardens.

A holistic, nutritional and integrative approach to anti-aging medicine and disorders of the skin, hair and nails in both children and adults. Among the conditions we treat are: • Acne • Psoriasis BARRY KUTTNER, M.D., P.H.D., F.A.A.D. • Eczema • Autoimmune Disorders • Board Certified Integrative Medicine • Alopecia/Hairloss • Board Certified Dermatology and • Viral & Bacterial Infections Dermatopathology • Skin Cancer • Metabolic Medical Institute Fellow in Metabolic • Warts & Nutritional Medicine Nutritional medicine consultations are also available • Gluten Certified Practitioner for patients with non-skin related conditions.

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newsbriefs Step Into A Rewarding Career—Feet First!

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magine having a career you love—that allows you to help others heal naturally and experience healing yourself in the process.

Imagine work that’s joyful and energizing for you, relaxing, nurturing and pleasurable for your clients.

As a Holistic Reflexologist I love what I do every single day! Discover how you can have a career that is life-affirming, benefits others and enhances your earning potential.

What is Holistic Reflexology?

Reflexology is the art of applying firm, gentle thumb or finger pressure to “reflex points” on the feet, hands, face and ears to affect every organ, gland and part of the body.

Holistic Reflexology incorporates a unique blend of aromatherapy, visualization, positive thinking and life coaching techniques into your reflexology practice, helping both practitioner and recipient remember their true essence and amazing potential.

What Are the Benefits of Reflexology?

Studies show reflexology reduces stress, improves circulation, assists in eliminating toxins, strengthens the immune system and enhances focus. Clients report relief from headaches, back pain, digestive conditions, allergies, fatigue, menopause and much more. Reflexology can also aid with infertility, weight management and releasing addictions. One of my favorite applications of reflexology is assisting mothers(-to-be) with wellness during and after pregnancy and childbirth!Because reflexology is done with the client fully clothed, it is less “invasive” than massage so more are open to the experience. The deep relaxation that accompanies sessions provides a wonderful opportunity to use positive visualizations and affirmations that support clients to heal their bodies and transform their lives.

Reflexology even energizes the practitioner! Working with the client’s pressure points opens an energy circuit between reflexologist and client where both benefit.

How Do I Become a Holistic Reflexologist?

We offer many training options, from introductory classes through Professional Certification Programs in Foot, Hand Face and Ear Reflexology. Our training is “hands-

on.” Take one of our weekend courses and experience our supportive, nurturing learning environment. Leave with knowledge and skills you can use immediately. And, as students practice on one another, they experience health benefits themselves.

Classmates often become lifelong friends.

Compassionate people from all walks of life study reflexology. Some want to help their family and friends; others seek a new career. Estheticians, massage therapists, physical therapists, nurses, midwives and other clinicians seek out our training to enhance their current practice while earning continuing education credits.

“What a gift! After practicing massage for almost twenty years, I got certified in Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology. It’s so much easier on my body, I can handle more clients in a day. And, giving reflexology sessions is healing for me as well.” Jim Davis, LMT

Considered by the World Health Organization as the leading alternative therapy in the 21st century, reflexology’s popularity is booming. Now is the time to step into a rewarding new career. A magical gift of peace, wholeness and connectedness blesses those who devote themselves to healing others. Enhance your income, experience a sense of purpose and fulfillment, and magnify your joy—feet first.

Laura Norman, M.S., LMT, world-renowned Holistic Reflexologist and author of the best-selling book, Feet First: A Guide to Foot Reflexology, offers private Reflexology and Life Wellness Coaching sessions in Delray Beach and Holistic Reflexology Training Programs in Boynton Beach starting July 16th.

Instant gift certificates available online for all occasions. Educational DVDs in Foot, Hand and Face Reflexologyand natural aromatherapy products available.

Visit www.lauranormanreflexology.com Call 561-272-1220

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newsbriefs Spiritual Adventure Retreat in Crestone, Colorado Join Us for an Extraordinary Journey of Discovery

Inception Point Therapy® A new way of taking control of your life!

Problems with

• Health or Weight?

• Money or Career?

• Relationships?

Our next workshop in Boca Raton is May 20-22, 2016

Come learn a simple process to reclaim the power to heal yourself and to heal others, in this innovative workshop led by Cheryl Sullivan, a certified hypnotherapist and energy healer.

Call 561-395-2727 to Register or make an appointment

301 Camino Gardens Blvd, Suite 204 Boca Raton, FL 33432

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restone, Colorado, a magical, mystical place in the southern Rocky Mountains, has been called the best kept secret in the West.

There is an extraordinary energy that surrounds this peaceful valley and like Sedona, Arizona, Crestone holds “powerful energy vortexes” that is yet to be discovered.

Come to see breathtaking slides and meet the Transformational Studies Institute (TSI) team at our Free Lecture on May 13th, 2016 at 7:00 pm. TSI has been leading retreats to this sacred valley for 15 years and has access to private sanctuaries and experiences not available to other visitors. This summer, TSI will be offering a special one-week guided Spiritual Adventure Retreat in Crestone, CO from July 31 to August 6, 2016.

Crestone is a jewel of a town nestled between 14,000 foot peaks – the Santo DeCristo Mountains in the west and the San Juan mountain range in the east. Though originally founded in 1880 as a gold mining town, Crestone is now a destination for people who seek a sacred connection to the earth and a deepening of their spirituality. The area is home to Buddhist Centers, Ashrams, Native American Sweat Lodges, Christian Monasteries, shrines, stupas, retreat centers and more. This is sacred land to the Native Americans and has been called the “bloodless valley” for even warring tribes never fought here, but rather journeyed here to negotiate peace. In Crestone, everyone exists together in harmony and respect.

The Manitou Foundation set aside 200,000 acres of land for contemplative communities. The beautiful landscape is sustained by strict environmental rules. To build here you must develop a sustainable ‘off the grid’ structure and the area therefore has many unique alternative architectural structures, eco villages and lush gardens. The land sits on the largest underground lake in the US, perfect for reflecting back the vibrational silence and deep meditative essence of

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the area. The unique combination of individualism, spiritual community, creative artisanship, environmental responsibility and pioneering self-sustainability form the back bone of Crestone.

All this makes Crestone a perfect place for a spiritual retreat and adventure that can empower you for a lifetime. A trip to Crestone allows you to the leave the ordinary life and venture into extraordinary experiences.

Imagine yourself in a high plateau at 8,000 feet that looks similar to Tibet with ancient Cedars, pinon pines, aspen groves and the smell of sage. The silence is deafening and the beauty of the majestic mountains is breathtaking. While you gain deeper connections with spirit, fun abounds as you adventure and taste the flavor of a variety of spiritual traditions. In Crestone, you can enter into the private world of sanctuaries and Native American shamans, step through the veil of thousands of years of tradition and meditate with Zen monks. You can sing ancient Hindu chants with members of the Ashram, sing and purify in a Native American sweat lodge and do sacred breath work in the healing waters of mountain hot springs. You can also hike the beautiful Crestone trails, the Great Sand Dunes National Park and discover the Tashi Gomang Stupa.

Transformational Studies Institute (TSI) has been a professional counseling, educational and healing center in the Jupiter area for 20 years. TSI offers classes, seminars, women's groups and free lectures to promote mindfulness practices and mental health in the community. Sari Terrusa, MS LMHC, renowned psychotherapist, seminar leader and founder of TSI has led spiritual retreats all over the world and will be your guide for this summer's trip.

Call TSI at (561) 744-9123 or (561) 3712004 to learn how you can join other spiritual seekers on this adventure. Or attend a Free Lecture on May 13 from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm at TSI, 900 East Indiantown Road, Suite 310, Jupiter, FL 33477 (www.TSIJupiter. com), to learn more about the upcoming Crestone retreat.

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Spiritual Adventure and Retreat in Crestone, Colorado JOIN US FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY

MAY 13TH, 2016 – 7:00PM – 8:30PM FREE LECTURE Learn About: • Crestone, CO and its amazing history as a sacred location • The retreat and the spiritual sites we visit • How a rejuvenating retreat can change your life • An imagery exercise to help you to shift into the “Sacred” • The team of guides for the trip and seminar leader, Sari Terrusa, LMHC • The inner experience and adventures on this 7 day retreat “The Breathwork changed my life… it restored my faith.” L.O. “The scenery and the energy of the place is stunning. The retreat renewed and sparked my spiritual life.” B.J.

JULY 31ST – AUGUST 6TH, 2016 SPIRITUAL RETREAT Travel with us as we embark on our 16th annual retreat to this magical, mystical area in the southern Rockies. Join us as we visit enlightening and fascinating places that will open your heart and ignite your soul! Learn how the inner journey is as powerful as the outer journey.

Your trip includes: • 7 days and 7 nights at the base of 14,000 ft summit Crestone Needle • Life changing experiences such as sweat lodge purification ceremony, Darma talks with Zen monks, Babaji fire ceremony, meditation and yoga • Swimming and rejuvenating in healing hot springs • Experiencing powerful Breathwork • Hiking the Great Sand Dunes National Park and other trails.

• Fun, laughter and creative adventure!

Transformational Studies Institute (TSI) has been a professional counseling, educational and healing center in the Jupiter area for 20 years. TSI offers classes, seminars, women’s groups and free lectures to promote mindfulness practices and mental health in the community.

“It was life changing. I learned so much visiting the spiritual centers. I loved the group and had tremendous fun.” K.G

Sari Terrusa, MS LMHC, renowned psychotherapist, seminar leader and founder of TSI has led spiritual retreats all over the world and will be your guide for this summer’s trip.

To Register Call:

Sari Terrusa (561) 744-9123

Transformational Studies Institute: 900 E. Indiantown Road, Suite 310, Jupiter, FL 33477

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newsbriefs LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE:

End chronic pain, improve poise and postural coordination, and achieve peak performance ….

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f you’re suffering from chronic back, neck, or shoulder pain, don’t just accept it as a part of life. Don’t assume you’ll have to manage the pain indefinitely with whatever methods you can find. And don’t think you’re destined for medication and surgery.

If you’ve ever felt frustrated that your athletic performance isn’t everything you wish it could be, don’t call yourself a failure. And don’t assume you’ve received bad coaching.

If you’re a performing artist who wants to create and express on a whole new level, but injuries and discomfort are holding you back, don’t settle for your second-best. And don’t believe people who tell you that taking time off is the only way to heal.

You do have another option. You can learn to move younger through the prin-

ciples of the Alexander Technique.

Remember the way you moved as a child? If you could move like that today, you wouldn’t feel pain from the activities you love. The Alexander Technique is a unique method of re-education that teaches you to move younger once again by improving your most basic postural coordination. Alexander Technique teachers have helped countless people prevent and recover from repetitive strain injuries, chronic back pain, and other ailments for 150 years. Sherry Berjeron has spent 40 years using gentle, hands-on guidance to help students like you rediscover the freedom of movement you once had.

The Moving Younger Institute can help you discover the causes of your physical ailments and discomforts so that you can

spend less time in pain and get more out of life. You’ll feel empowered by the fact that since the cause of your discomfort is often your own behavior, the solution is to simply change your behavior! And along the way, you’ll discover a poise and presence that helps you be your best in any situation, no matter how stressful.

Awakening Natural Use of the Body “Learning the Alexander Technique with the skillful guidance of Sherry Berjeron has given me a deepening experience of awareness, as well as contributing to my physical ease and balance. Because I practice and teach mindfulness, the Alexander Technique’s invitation to pause and notice each moment has been invaluable in helping me reconnect with my body in a way missing since childhood. Sherry has opened my eyes to unconscious habits of standing, sitting, reaching, and walking that have developed over years. Through her keen observations and gentle touch, she is able to awaken the natural use of my body, free to move with vitality as I enter my ‘senior’ years.”

—Helen Hobart, CQSW, MSW, Board Certified Chaplain (interfaith) Call Sherry Berjeron to answer any of your questions at: Moving Younger Institute, LLC 916-812-8915, www.movingyounger.com. sherry@movingyounger.com Contact Sherry for lessons in Boca Raton, Pompano and Palm Beach

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

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eleste 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.”

Kenneth N. Woliner, M.D., A.B.O.I.M, IFMCP www.holisticfamilymed.com • 561-314-0950

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newsbriefs Master Geho Gold Comes to Boca Raton, Florida to Teach and Deliver Tao Healing

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o you want to better understand the process of healing and transformation? Master Geho Gold comes to Boca Raton to teach Tao Healing for your Spiritual, Mental, Emotional and Physical Bodies on May 21 & 22. Participants will receive wisdom, teachings, practices and blessings in this Tao Healing Workshop, along with many other opportunities for growth.

Based on quantum science, our body contains information and messages. When you experience pain or challenges, the soul of your organ, system, and body parts may be carrying karma, negative beliefs or other limiting messages that block your experience of well-being. The same thing can happen at the mental and emotional level, and in our relationships and finances. The areas of pain or challenge needs a new message so you can

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live a healthier, happier life.

According to Soul Mind Body Science System, by Dr. & Master Zhi Gang Sha and Dr. Rulin Xiu, everyone and everything is made of shen (soul, heart and mind) qi (energy) and jing (matter).

Message is the same as soul, and the energy and matter of our body carry the message of soul. When we have pain and other challenges, there are shen qi jing blockages. Soul blockages are negative karma. Heart blockages include things like greed, jealously, selfishness and more. Mind blockages are negative mindsets, attitudes, beliefs, ego and attachments. Body blockages are energy and matter blockages that result in pain and discomfort.

Tao Healing is spiritual healing that removes or transforms soul blockages at the shen qi jing level, enabling healing

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to take place in any aspect of our lives. Tao Healing transforms or replaces the message to improve your health and well-being. Master Sha says, “Heal the soul first; then healing of the mind and body follow.”

Master Geho Gold will teach participants easy, practical and powerful Tao healing techniques as well as to deliver powerful Divine and Tao soul healing blessings to all. Other Divine and Tao healing services will also be made available, in addition to personal consults with Master Geho. Master Geho has recovered from chronic, serious and life threatening conditions using these techniques. Anyone seeking help for a health or life challenge, or anyone interested in selfhealing or healing others, would benefit from this workshop and are welcome to join.

It’s taking place at the Courtyard Marriot Boca Raton, 2000 NW Executive Center Court, Boca Raton, FL 33431. Registration at 9am on May 21, workshop from 10am - 6pm both days.

Early Bird $100 includes two guest passes by May 18, $60 per person after May 18. Special Rate for Hotel Rooms is available. Call Pamela for more information and to register: 561-7898029 or email SoulHealingFlorida@gmail.com

newsbriefs Freedom from Anxiety and Fears with Hypnosis

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f you could change the way you feel and respond to what worries you the most, whether it’s through stress, fear or anxiety, would you make that change?

Of course you would. Increased anxieties and fears seemingly correlate with today’s hectic lifestyles, and this has been steadily escalating in recent years.

Anxiety can affect any of us at any time and can be brought on by a number of reasons, including stress, illness, uncertainty, trauma and irritability. While anxiety can be considered normal and indeed beneficial for short periods of time, such as when completing an exam or test, or finishing an important presentation for example, it can however, become debilitating and affect our mental and physical well-being if not dealt with appropriately.

Fear, on the other hand, generally indicates irrational thoughts and feelings that more often than not pose no real threat or danger. Such thoughts, usually triggered by a specific event, can lead to a change in behavior and thinking patterns such as fleeing, increased heart rate and breathing that can escalate into panic attacks, or ‘freezing’ on the spot. Thinking can also become impaired with a lack of clarity, judgment or the ability to make decisions. Fear is often triggered by an event, which has been ‘consciously’ suppressed or forgotten about as we mature, but which the subconscious remembers and therefore tries to protect us from experiencing again, hence the cycle of fear begins again if faced with a perceived threat or trigger.

Hypnotherapy is a powerful tool for those who suffer from anxiety and fears, and can offer immeasurable support through helping clients switch from high levels of distress to calmer responses through the process of engaging in a focused state of deep relaxation and positive suggestions.

This change into calmer states of functioning is powerfully supported with personal coaching encompassing skilled mindset modification techniques.

Each of us has an innate ability to create or change how we react or view our lives and to control the effect this has on us.

Hypnotherapy therefore, taps into that innate ability and helps to direct our objectives to produce positive, beneficial outcomes, while reprogramming or removing the negative emotions associated with the trigger response to anxiety and/or fear.

Numerous studies provide evidence for positive change through brain scanning.

Such studies refer to ‘neuroplasticity’, which show neurons changing their firing patterns with every new thought and experience.

This is exciting evidence for Hypnotherapy and suggests that each time we strengthen and reinforce positive thoughts and feelings associated with a problem, we can literally change our minds to see a more positive outcome. This not only offers immense relief to those suffering from the debilitating effects of anxiety and fears, but also the opportunity to break those old outdated thought processes and replace them with new positive feelings and beliefs.

Carolina Tomc-Tabrizi, M.Ed., CCHt. is an Advanced Professional Hypnotherapist and Behavior Modification Expert. She skillfully combines a variety of cutting edge techniques to address self esteem issues, relationship issues, weight loss, stress, anxiety, pain management, motivation and confidence, and is passionate about helping her clients achieve their full potential.

Carolina can be reached by calling 561-317-3643 or visiting: www.NaturalBalanceNow.com

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

Offering Effective Sessions for: ◆ Stress ◆ Anxiety ◆ Negative Habits

◆ Weight Loss ◆ Insomnia ◆ Low Self Esteem ◆ Life Transitions ◆ Exercise Motivation

◆ Athletic Performance ◆ Career Success ◆ Abundance Mentality

◆ Embrace Change with Confidence & Passion ◆ Effectively Release Personal Blocks

◆ Finally Achieve Lasting Weight Loss

Carolina specializes in helping you access the power of your own mind to help you reshape your habits and confidently move your life forward !

Carolina Tomc-Tabrizi, M.Ed, CCHt. Clinical & Interpersonal Hypnotherapist Life Transformation Specialist

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newsbriefs How Functional Medicine Looks at Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Inflammatory Bowel Disease

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ndoubtedly you’ve seen the rash of TV commercials that deal with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), such as the one in which a woman sitting at a table in a café has a sudden attack of diarrhea and must run to the restroom (actually what you see is a “pink colored intestinal tract” running to the restroom). Well, for millions of people, this is a very real problem. In fact, IBS/IBD affects 25 to 45 million people in the U.S. Two out of three IBS/IBD sufferers are female and about one in three is male.

IBS/IBD affects people of all ages but most are under 50 and even children can be affected. Up to 40 percent of all visits to the gastroenterologist are due to IBS/IBD symptoms.

What is IBS? IBS is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder affecting the large intestine and is characterized by abdominal pain, gas, bloating, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, alternating diarrhea and constipation and the urgent need to defecate. Anxiety, depression and loss of appetite are also associated with IBS. Symptoms can be a mild inconvenience or severely debilitating and can control a person’s emotional, social or

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What is IBD? IBD involves chronic inflammation of all or part of the digestive tract. IBD primarily includes colitis and Crohn’s disease which are classified as autoimmune. Symptoms are the same as in IBS, however, there can be rectal bleeding associated with IBD. This bleeding is caused by inflammation in the GI tract and causes erosions, ulcers and destruction of the intestinal lining.

Any inflammation in the GI tract is caused by an immune reaction that produces inflammatory chemicals that damage the intestinal lining. Mayo Clinic states that all IBD is “idiopathic”, meaning the cause is unknown!

The Main Causes of IBS/IBD A patient who presents with IBS/IBD symptoms may be found to have one or several of the following causes:

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professional life. Mayo Clinic states that IBS is a “functional gastrointestinal disorder” of unknown cause, meaning your gastrointestinal tract is not working correctly and your doctor doesn’t know why! There is no cure, only medications that may treat some of the symptoms. This is where Functional Medicine differs. A Functional Medicine practitioner doesn’t want to cover up any symptoms but rather looks to uncover the root cause of WHY a patient has IBS. Since IBS is a collection of various symptoms as listed above, each individual can have a different root cause. Leaving the underlying cause untreated could lead to more serious conditions.

Food Intolerances. Food intolerances can cause abdominal pain, gas, bloat and varying consistencies of bowel movements identical to IBS symptoms. Food intolerance symptoms can be delayed up to 72 hours making it difficult to connect foods with symptoms. Gluten, dairy, soy, egg and corn are some foods that patients may be intolerant to that cause IBS symptoms due to their irritation and inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Functional Medicine

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doctors teach you how to eliminate all inflammatory foods from the diet and can help identify if this is a cause of your IBS/ IBD. Leaky Gut. Your digestive tract acts as a barrier to keep parasites, yeast, pathogenic bacteria and toxins from getting into the bloodstream. When this barrier system is damaged and the cells that line the digestive tract break apart, these yeast, fungi, bacteria and their toxic byproducts can leak into the bloodstream where they do not belong. Your immune system then mounts a defense trying to get rid of these “foreign invaders” which causes inflammation of the digestive tract lining. When this happens, inflammatory chemicals are produced that get through the leaky gut lining into the bloodstream and cause not only IBS/IBD symptoms but also joint pain, arthritis, liver disease, depression, anxiety and vertigo as the inflammatory chemicals cross the blood- brain barrier and inflame the brain, as well as a host of other inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. Functional Medicine doctors will use a Gut Restoration Program to help heal and seal up your leaky gut.

SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth). SIBO occurs when bacteria from the large intestine, where 99 percent of our bacteria are found, migrate up into the small intestine where they do not belong.

These bacteria, which eat the food we eat, start to ferment the different types of sugars that we eat from fruits and vegetables and grow in large numbers. IBS is very often mistaken for SIBO. Hydrogen and methane breath testing can be done to see if a patient has SIBO. If a patient is found to have SIBO, Functional Medicine doctors recommend a special diet to remove fermentable sugars being eaten. In addition to the diet, large numbers of bacteria may be eradicated by natural antimicrobials.

High doses of probiotics are also given to reestablish the healthy gut flora.

Parasites and Yeasts. Parasite and yeast overgrowth are usually uncovered when a Functional Medicine doctor orders a Comprehensive 3-Day Stool Test. This is a highly specialized test and is nothing like a conventional stool test that your MD may do during an office visit. Yeast overgrowth by species of Candida can cause IBS symptoms like gas, bloat and diarrhea.

Yeasts like Candida overgrow when our gut’s immune system is weakened, we eat too much sugar and when our normal gut flora are imbalanced. Good bacteria in our gut such as lactobacillus can keep Candida under control. However, when our normal good gut flora are compromised, yeasts are sure to grow. Candida along with other yeasts secrete toxins that can inflame the

gut lining and contribute to leaky gut. Parasites can also grow in the gastrointestinal tract. Parasites such as blastocystis hominus, cryptosporidium, ascaris and giardia can be the common causes of inflammation and IBS that often go undiagnosed.

If Candida is found, specific natural antifungal supplements can be given along with a low carbohydrate diet and specific probiotics that help “crowd out” yeasts.

When parasites are discovered in a stool test, specific anti-parasitical nutraceuticals can be given along with probiotics.

Isn’t It Time You Finally Find the Root Cause of Your IBS/IBD? Too many IBS/IBD sufferers are prescribed anti-inflammatory and steroidal medica-

tions for their symptoms instead of looking for the root cause of the inflammation in the first place! Functional Medicine has the tools to uncover probable root causes of your symptoms. Testing and treating for Leaky Gut, food intolerances, SIBO, parasites, yeasts and immune system imbalances are all necessary to truly heal patients with IBS/IBD symptoms.

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 36 years and is a functional medicine and clinical nutrition practitioner. For more information, call 954-782-4855 and visit WomensBestHealth.com

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Magnesium Improves Childbirth for Mother and Newborn

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esearch presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists has found that magnesium reduces fevers during childbirth, as well as complications among newborns. The study followed 63,000 deliveries from Northwestern Memorial Hospital, in Chicago, between 2007 and 2014. Of these, 6,163 women developed fevers of at least 100.4° F during labor.

Of the women that developed fevers, 2,190 received magnesium sulfate intravenously during their labor.

Rates of fever at maternity dropped by half, to 4.3 percent, in women that received the magnesium, versus 9.9 percent in those that did not. The rate of newborn complications was also significantly lower among women given magnesium.

The study, led by Dr. Elizabeth Lange, an attending physician at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, is the first of its kind to investigate the effect of magnesium on childbirth. “By reducing the incidence of maternal fever, magnesium sulfate therapy may also reduce the incidence of complications in newborns,” says Lange.

Red Clover Guards against Menopausal Bone Loss

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12-week study of 60 menopausal women in Denmark has found that red clover halted bone loss and bone mineral density reduction. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled research, sponsored by the Aarhus University Medical School and Hospital, tested the women over a three-month period. Half were treated with 150 milliliters of red clover extract daily and the others were given a placebo. The red clover plant extract was standardized to 37 milligrams of isoflavones, including 34 milligrams of aglycones.

The scientists measured changes in bone mineral density, bone mineral content and T-score, measured at the spine and femoral bone. They also monitored bone turnover markers. By the end of the study, the women in the placebo group had continued to lose bone mass and bone mineral density. Those given the red clover extract showed no such reductions during the study period. In addition, the red clover group experienced no increase in inflammation or blood pressure.

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Legumes Keep Colorectal Cancer at Bay

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orean medical school scientists have found that those eating more legumes have a significantly reduced risk of colorectal cancer. Their research analyzed the diets of 3,740 people, including 901 colorectal cancer patients. A total of 106 different foods were graded and calculated to establish frequency of intake among the study participants.

The group that consumed the highest amounts of legumes had more than a 50 percent drop in incidence of colorectal cancer. As legume consumption increased, colorectal cancer risk decreased.

The researchers attributed the dramatic reduction in risk to the intake of isoflavones, contained in many nuts and beans.

When intakes of total isoflavones were calculated, those with diets that contained the highest levels reduced their colorectal cancer risk, by 33 percent in men and 35 percent in women.

The researchers reported, “The reduced risks for colorectal cancer among high-intake groups were most consistent for legumes and sprouts.”

Staying Active Relates to Healthy Hearing

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esearch from Johns Hopkins University has found that elderly persons that engage in frequent physical activity have a reduced incidence of hearing loss. The researchers tested 706 people of age 70 or older. The subjects responded to a questionnaire about their physical activity levels over the previous 30 days and wore accelerometers to measure their level of day-to-day physical activity.

Subjects were categorized as inactive, insufficiently active or sufficiently active. After testing each participant’s hearing, the researchers found that those in the inactive category, according to the accelerometer data, were 70 percent more likely to suffer from significant hearing impairment. The data produced by the questionnaires alone suggested that individuals in the lowest category had a 59 percent increased incidence of hearing impairment.

The Missing Link: Inflammation and Depression in Women

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ntidepressant drug use is on the rise, particularly among women. A report released by Medco Health Solutions analyzed prescription claims data from 2.5 million Americans between 2001 and 2010 and found that 25 percent of women take drugs for a mental health condition. Despite a mainstream medicine notion that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance, medications known by familiar names such as Zoloft and Prozac meant to counter symptoms of such an imbalance may instead be causing a host of known harmful side effects.

“In six decades, not a single study has proven that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance,” asserts Dr. Kelly Brogan, an integrative physician, women’s health advocate and pioneer in holistic psychiatry.

A study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry in 2014 reviewed 10 randomized, placebo-controlled trials to assess the effectiveness of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) in adults with symptoms of depression. The researchers from Aarhus University, in Denmark, found that treating inflammation in patients helped decrease their symptoms.

Brogan asserts that this approach is the best way to treat depression in women, advocating the use of a holistic anti-inflammation strategy instead of NSAIDs or antidepressants. “A more effective, drug-free approach is to recruit basic lifestyle changes that kick-start the body’s self-healing mechanisms, helping to curtail the symptoms of depression,” she claims. Her suggestions include dietary modification; simple breathing and meditation techniques; minimizing exposure to biology-disrupting toxins that include common over-the-counter drugs; sufficient sleep and exercise.

“Medical literature has emphasized the role of inflammation in mental illness for more than 20 years, so if you think a chemical pill can save, cure or correct you, think again,” says Brogan. “Covering over symptoms is a missed opportunity to resolve the root cause of the problem.”

Purpose and Meaning Help Seniors Live Longer

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study of 9,050 people by researchers at Britain’s University College of London (UCL), Princeton University and Stony Brook University has determined that a sense of purpose and meaning in the lives of older individuals can significantly reduce the risk of earlier mortality. The researchers called this greater sense of purpose “evaluative well-being”.

The study followed subjects that averaged 65 years old at the start for eight-and-a-half years.

During that period, 9 percent of those with the highest levels of well-being died. Among those with the lowest levels of well-being, 29 percent passed away during the same period—a 30 percent lower incidence of earlier mortality.

The study was led by Professor Andrew Steptoe, director of the UCL Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care, who explains, “These analyses show that the meaningfulness and sense of purpose that older people have in their lives are also related to survival.” The mechanisms for this effect are still largely unknown. “There are several biological mechanisms that may link well-being to improved health, such as through hormonal changes or reduced blood pressure,” he says.

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healthbriefs Ozone Averts Tooth and Gum Infections

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ccording to a recent report in the journal Interventional Neuroradiology, dental practice and research in Europe has determined that ozone therapy can be used to slow the growth of tooth and gum infections.

Clinicians are also finding that targeted exposure to ozonated water, gas and oils helps to manage viral and fungal infections, including oral herpes infections. Approximately a quarter of lesions treated with ozone do not reappear.

These treatments have also been used successfully on sinus infections and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Using ozone offers advantages over the use of antibiotics, which contribute to antibiotic resistance, according to the report. In addition, ozone gas has been shown effective in eliminating Enterococcus faecalis, one of the central bacteria involved in root canal infections, which can become increasingly resistant to the central antimicrobial treatment used in root canal therapy, sodium hypochlorite, and can thus decrease the risk of continued infection.

“Additionally, the bone at the end of the roots is often shown to harbor pathogenic bacteria for many years after traditional root canal therapy has been completed. Ozone can eliminate those bacteria that infest this region and remove toxic waste products that effectively prevent complete healing of the osseous structures,� writes study author and Doctor of Dental Medicine William Domb, director of the Inland Institute of Aesthetic Dentistry, in Upland, California.

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

Goat Groundskeepers

A Chew Crew Gobbles Up Invasive Species The Historic Congressional Cemetery, permanent resting place of J. Edgar Hoover, John Philip Sousa and 68,000 others, is threatened by invasive species such as poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, kudzu and English ivy. “They are plants not native to Washington, D.C.,” says Paul Williams, president of the cemetery. “They climb and kill our trees, which then fall onto the cemetery, damaging our headstones.” Instead of using harmful herbicides that could become runoff into the nearby Anacostia River, managers have enlisted a herd of 30 goats to combat the problem. The arrangement lets the native plants grow to support pollinating insects.

The University of Georgia’s Chew Crew, comprising 40 goats, is likewise tasked with getting rid of invasive species growing around urban streams on its campus, another example of the elegant, low-tech solution. Maintaining steep inclines and other hard-to-reach areas can be expensive when using toxic herbicides and physical labor. After seeing the success of the Chew Crew, Clemson University is now also using goats to naturally recover some of the more overgrown areas of its campus.

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Toxic GMO Pesticides Drift Near Athletic Fields In an Environmental Working Group (EWG) survey, more than 90 percent of athletic fields and parks in six sample states are within 1,000 feet of a corn or soybean field where two toxic weed killers, glyphosate and 2,4-D, are commonly sprayed on genetically modified (GMO) corn, soybeans and other crops, meaning that nearby athletes are likely to be exposed. More than 56 percent of the facilities in the study were within 200 feet of such farmland.

Corn and soybean farmers in at least 15 states now have the option of planting GMO crops that can withstand repeated spraying with Monsanto’s glyphosate and the 2,4-D mixture sold by Dow AgroSciences under the brand name Enlist Duo. Sprayed herbicides readily drift through the air, potentially exposing people and the nearby environment.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved the use of Enlist Duo for GMO crops shortly before the World Health Organization concluded that glyphosate, the world’s most widely used herbicide, is “probably carcinogenic to humans.” Dow’s 2,4-D also possibly causes cancer, according to leading experts; exposure has also been linked to Parkinson’s disease, hypothyroidism and suppression of the human immune system.

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Purchase organic flowers to avoid pesticides and artificial fragrances often containing toxic chemicals. Buying from local growers cuts transportation costs.

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fossil fuels than conventional methods.

While releasing butterflies or doves may constitute a symbol of love, it can be fatal, especially for the birds, which possess no survival skills in the wild. Also, tossing birdseed over the happy couple, for a time viewed as an improvement on throwing rice, is just as wasteful and messy.

Instead, greet the newly hitched lovers by blowing bubbles—it’s inexpensive, childhood fun that won’t harm clothes, animals or the environment. Guests can recycle the wands and bottles, which are available in small sizes for weddings.

Show care for other animals by abstaining from balloons. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service notes that balloons that end up in nearby waters or landfills can be mistaken for food and cause stomach blockages for whales, dolphins, turtles and birds.

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globalbriefs Women Power

Feminists Redefine Senior Housing Fifteen years in the making, the Babayagas’ House—a feminist alternative to a retirement home—has opened in Paris. This selfmanaged social housing project is run by its community of inspired female senior citizens that want to maintain their independence. “To live long is a good thing, but to age well is better,” says 85-year-old Thérèse Clerc, who initially conceived the project as a means of combating the idea that growing old is an illness and that retirement homes are a kind of prison. “We want to change the way people see old age, and that means learning to live differently,” she says.

The five-story building houses 25 apartments located at the center of Montreuil, just blocks away from shops, a movie theater and the metro. The project cost just under $4.4 million and was funded by eight public sources, including the city council.

Two similar projects are now underway in Palaiseau and Bagneux.

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Salmon Scam

Noisy Humans

Man-Made Clatter Muffles Nature’s Chorus Kurt Fristrup, a senior scientist at the U.S. National Park Service, states that noise pollution is becoming so pervasive that people are tuning out the natural sounds around them. According to new research, when we leave home, we’re more likely to try ignoring man-made sounds than enjoying Mother Nature’s chorus.

Fristrup observes, “We are conditioning ourselves to ignore the information coming into our ears.” The real loss, he believes, is for future generations. “If finding peace and quiet becomes difficult enough, many children will grow up without the experience, and I think it’s a very real problem.”

He and National Park Service colleagues have monitored sound levels at more than 600 sites over the past 10 years and found that none were free of human noise pollution. The team’s model of merging data from more remote regions with urban areas gave them an overall sense of the noise pollution across the U.S. Based on their findings, the researchers believe that noise pollution will grow faster than the population, doubling every 30 years.

View a map of sound pollution at Tinyurl.com/SmithsonianSoundMap.

Mm-mm Good

Campbell’s Endorses GMO Labeling Campbell Soup Company recently became the first major food corporation to support the mandatory labeling of genetically modified ingredients and will support the enactment of federal legislation to establish a single mandatory labeling standard for foods derived from genetically modified organisms (GMO).

A company spokesperson says, “With 92 percent of Americans supporting the labeling of GMO foods, Campbell believes now is the time for the federal government to act quickly to implement a federal solution.” The company says that if a federal solution is not reached, it is prepared to label all of its U.S. products for the presence of ingredients derived from GMOs and seek guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and approval by the U. S. Department of Agriculture. The company also has pledged to remove artificial colors and flavors from nearly all of its North American products by July 2018.

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Farmed Fish Mislabeled as Wild-Caught The nonprofit Oceana reveals that salmon, America’s favorite fish, is often mislabeled in restaurants and grocery stores. They collected 82 salmon samples from restaurants and grocery stores between December 2013 and March 2014 and found that 43 percent were mislabeled. DNA testing confirmed that the majority of the mislabeling (69 percent) consisted of farmed Atlantic salmon being sold as a wild-caught product.

“Americans might love salmon, but as our study reveals, they may be falling victim to a bait-and-switch,” says Beth Lowell, a senior campaign director with Oceana. “Not only are consumers getting ripped off, but responsible U.S. fishermen are being cheated when fraudulent products lower the price for their hard-won catch.”

Kimberly Warner, Ph.D., the report’s author and a senior scientist at Oceana, observes, “While U.S. fishermen catch enough salmon to satisfy 80 percent of our domestic demand, 70 percent of that catch is then exported, instead of going directly to American grocery stores and restaurants.”

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SPARK UP YOUR LOVE LIFE Natural Ways to Boost Libido

by Lisa Marshall

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nderlying health issues aside, a hectic schedule packed with work deadlines, kids’ sporting events and household chores can leave little time for intimacy. Letting that pattern go on too long can become a problem.

“There’s a use-it-or-lose-it phenomenon that occurs,” says Dr. Anita Clayton, a University of Virginia psychiatry professor, neurologist and author of Satisfaction: Women, Sex, and the Quest for Intimacy.

Despite what hyper-seductive female media stereotypes suggest we believe, in the real world, 39 percent of women feel they lack sex drive, and nearly half experience some kind of sexual dissatisfaction, according to a survey of 32,000 women published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology. About one in eight women are significantly distressed about it. “The truth is, many of us don’t have great sex lives,” confirms Clayton.

Sprout Pharmaceuticals introduced Addyi, aka filbanserin, last fall; the first prescription drug to address low libido in women. Some heralded the controversial medication as “the little pink pill,” seeing it as the female version of males’ blue Viagra pill, which a half-million men purchased in its first month on the mar-

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ket in 1998. Yet several months after its launch, only about 1,000 women had tried Addyi and many doctors declined to prescribe it, due to its lack of widespread efficacy and possible adverse side effects, including low blood pressure and fainting when combined with alcohol.

“This is a complex problem that requires a complex solution,” says Honolulu-based naturopathic physician Laurie Steelsmith, author of Great Sex Naturally: Every Woman’s Guide to Enhancing Her Sexuality Through the Secrets of Natural Medicine. “For most women, drugs are not the answer.” She notes that for men, boosting libido is largely a matter of boosting circulation and blood flow to the penis. But for women, desire for lovemaking stems from an interplay of emotional, interpersonal, hormonal and anatomical drivers that make lack of desire harder to “treat”.

The truth is that many simple, effective, non-drug approaches exist. As Boulder, Colorado, marriage therapist Michele Weiner Davis puts it, “There’s no reason why a woman wanting a more robust sex life cannot have one.”

Overall Health Check

The number one culprit for low libido in women is subpar physical health, says

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Steelsmith. “To be capable of fully enjoying pleasure, you need a healthy body.”

Carrying excess weight can both erode self-esteem and lead to reductions in a woman’s natural circulating testosterone, a critical hormone that helps ignite pleasure circuits in the female brain and increase sensitivity in the clitoris. Being underweight can result in fatigue and low sexual energy, diminished production of excitatory brain chemicals and low levels of estrogen, key for keeping a woman moist.

Meanwhile, Steelsmith explains, excess stress can prompt the body to “steal” from libido-boosting hormones like progesterone in order to make more of the stress-hormone cortisol. High blood sugar can drive down testosterone, while high cholesterol can clog pelvic blood vessels, dulling sensation.

Depression, diabetes and thyroid disorders are other major libido killers, says Clayton. “If you treat them effectively, you may see big improvements.”

Women seeking to improve their sexual health should first try to achieve a healthy weight via diet and exercise, Steelsmith says. She recommends an organic diet rich in complex carbohydrates (which keep blood sugar balanced), lean protein (a precursor to desire-related neurotransmitters) and good fats (which help keep vulval tissues lubricated).

Exercise—another circulation booster—is also key. Do it before a scheduled hot date for even better results. One 2014 study of 52 women found that those that worked out prior to an anticipated romantic encounter had significantly increased sexual desire.

Pamper Femaleness

Many women avoid sexual encounters for fear of sparking a urinary tract or vaginal infection. This becomes more common after age 40, as estrogen wanes and pelvic tissue thins and dries, leaving it more vulnerable to microbial invaders. Because semen is alkaline, it changes a woman’s vaginal pH, allowing unfriendly bacteria to thrive, says Steelsmith.

Her advice: Always go to the bathroom and urinate after intercourse, and use natural lubricants, like vitamin E. For some women, she also recommends

low-dose, prescription estrogen cream or suppositories.

If an infection occurs, try to treat it naturally, avoiding antibiotics, which can spark yeast overgrowth. Instead, Steelsmith recommends using tea tree oil, goldenseal, or probiotic douches or suppositories, available online and at health food stores.

Kegel exercises are a famous aid, involving clamping down as if interrupting urine flow, before releasing and repeating.

This not only help fends off urinary incontinence and infection, it also strengthens and firms pelvic muscles, rendering enhanced enjoyment for both partners.

Make Time for Intimacy

Research has shown that over time, frequent lovemaking actually causes structural changes in certain areas of the brain as new connections form and sex-related regions grow stronger. Stop, and those areas atrophy, making physical intimacy feel awkward once it’s resurrected.

A sexless relationship can also be emotionally devastating for the person, often the male, that wants more contact, says Weiner Davis, author of The SexStarved Marriage: Boosting Your Marriage Libido. “For the spouse yearning for touch, it is a huge deal,” she says.

“It’s about feeling wanted, attractive and loved.” In her practice, she often sees couples that are mismatched in how they wish to demonstrate and receive love.

Often, the woman wants to feel close emotionally before she can feel close physically. For the man, physical intimacy is a conduit for opening up emotionally.

When both keep waiting to get what they want, the relationship suffers.

She counsels couples to deliberately make time to address both partners’ needs.

Schedule a long walk or intimate dinner to talk over feelings; also schedule sex.

“Some people say, ‘Oh, but that’s not spontaneous enough,’” says Weiner Davis.

“But even if you put it on the calendar, what you do with that time can still be spontaneous and playful.”

While most women assume that they need to be in the mood first, research by University of British Columbia Psychiatrist Rosemary Basson suggests that in some women, desire only comes after physical arousal, especially by a loving partner that takes the time to meet her needs. “I wish I had a dollar for each time someone said to me, ‘I’m not in the mood, but once I get into it, I surprise myself, because I have a really good time,’” says Weiner Davis.

She’s not advising women to make love when they really don’t want to, but rather to be open to it even when the circumstances aren’t ideal. “A lot of women feel like the house has to be clean, with the kids asleep and free of distracting noises,” she says. “Sometimes, just do it.”

Is Sex Essential?

Clayton points out that while 42 percent of women experience either low sex drive or satisfaction, fewer than 12 percent are really bothered by it. “Some women experience great grief and loss about this. They say, ‘It used to be a part of my life and now it’s gone.’” For some in this subset that are unable to find relief via lifestyle changes, she would recommend Addyi, said to boost desire by changing brain chemicals. On the other hand, many women don’t need to take any action at all. “If someone has low sex drive and it doesn’t matter to them or their partner, it’s not a problem.”

That said, the benefits of attending to an affectionate, healthy sex life can go far beyond the bedroom, improving overall health and strengthening relationships, notes Steelsmith. Sex burns calories, increases circulation, releases calming and painkilling hormones like prolactin and prompts production of the “bonding hormones” vasopressin and oxytocin.

“When you are in a loving relationship and you express that love through your body, physiological changes occur that can help you bond more deeply with your partner,” she says. “The more you make love, the more love you make.”

Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

Five Common Libido Killers Birth Control Pills: Oral contraceptives can boost levels of sex hormonebinding globulin, which attaches to desire-promoting testosterone, making it harder for the body to access it.

Antidepressants: Numerous antidepressant medications have been shown to decrease libido, but leaving depression untreated can kill sex drive even more; consider natural alternatives.

Smoking: It impairs circulation to genitals.

Alcohol: Too much alcohol lowers sexual response.

Caffeine: Excess caffeine can erode levels of testosterone, which is vital for driving desire.

Sources: Laurie Steelsmith, ND, and research studies

Nature’s Libido-Enhancers L-arginine: Boosts blood flow to sexual organs. Can be taken in supplement form or applied topically.

Chinese ginseng (Panax ginseng): Considered a sexual tonic in Chinese medicine for its ability to stabilize sexual energy over time; also used to address vaginal dryness.

Epimedium (horny goat weed): Said to stimulate nerves in genitals, support adrenal glands and boost levels of feel-good brain chemicals.

Phenylethylamine: Sometimes referred to as the “romance chemical”, this stimulant and mood elevator is naturally released in the brain when we have an orgasm, exercise or eat chocolate; also available in supplement form.

Maca: A Peruvian root used for centuries in that country to promote sexual energy, Maca is said to boost production of libido-boosting hormones.

Source: Laurie Steelsmith, ND natural awakenings

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Nine in 10 North Americans may be iodine deficient.

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~ Dr. Robert Thompson

Solutions for a Sluggish Thyroid Keying in on Iodine

by Kathleen Barnes

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t seems that a common mineral supplement that costs just pennies per day can stimulate an underactive thyroid, restore metabolism to normal levels, curb excess appetite, banish fatigue and generally improve everyone’s health. Mounting scientific evidence shows that iodine may be an answer to many such health woes, especially for women.

“The thyroid acts as a throttle, the gas pedal for all metabolic functions in the human body,” says Dr. Richard Shames, of San Rafael, California, author of Thyroid Mind Power.

If the thyroid is a driving force of human physiology, then iodine is its key fuel, says Dr. Robert Thompson, of Soldotna, Alaska, author of What Doctors Fail to Tell You About Iodine & Your Thyroid. “Every single cell in your body depends on thyroid hormone, and the thyroid depends on iodine for proper functioning.”

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mone, we have low energy, slower metabolism, lower immunity to illness and impaired repair and maintenance of bones and joints,” explains Shames.

After testing thousands of patients in his practice, Thompson estimates that 90 percent of North Americans are iodine deficient, citing what he calls “epidemic proportions” of hypothyroidism (low thyroid function) with symptoms comprising obesity, fatigue, brain fog, irregular or absent menstrual periods, hair loss and heat and cold intolerance.

Major Culprits

Estrogen: Hypothyroidism is overwhelmingly a women’s disease, with women five to eight times more likely to suffer from it than men, according to the American Thyroid Association.

“Estrogen inhibits the body’s natural ability to absorb and utilize iodine,” says Dr. Jorge Flechas, of Hendersonville, North Carolina, who

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specializes in thyroid disorders. “We find three periods in life when women need more iodine: at puberty and during both pregnancy and perimenopause or menopause. It’s because estrogen levels tend to fluctuate wildly at those times, neutralizing the ability of iodine gained through select foods to balance thyroid and other hormones.” Flechas prescribes iodine supplements for most women at all three stages of life.

Toxic halogens: Iodine belongs to a group of halogens that includes chlorine, bromine and fluorine, three chemicals that are both toxic to the human body and block its ability to absorb iodine, explains Thompson.

“They’re everywhere, in our air, water and food. It’s nearly impossible to avoid them,” reports Shames, a longtime advocate in the movement against the common practice of adding fluoride (a derivative of fluorine) and chlorine to municipal water. Fluoride is also added to many brands of toothpaste. Bromide is part of almost all commercial flour and flour products, as well as soft drinks.

Shames offers an historic insight.

“Fluoride was once used to slow down an overactive thyroid, as recommended by the physicians’ bible, the Merck Manuals. Now we’re putting it in the water supply and wondering why we have a mushrooming epidemic of low thyroid incidence.”

Food: “So-called ‘iodized’ salt doesn’t contain much usable iodine, and neither does pink Himalyan sea salt,” Shames cautions.

We’ve known that our soil is deficient in essential minerals such as iodine since at least 1936, when a special U.S. Senate report concluded that our soil was already severely depleted.

“This simply means that when we grow produce, the plants cannot extract these vital nutrients from the soil for us—including iodine—if those nutrients aren’t there in the first place,” says Thompson. If anything, he adds, U.S. soils

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have become even more sterile in the 80 years since the report and, “Factory farming and the use of genetically modified (GMO) crops, Roundup herbicide and synthetic chemical fertilizers have undoubtedly worsened the situation.”

Sources of Iodine

It’s difficult to include sufficient natural iodine in our daily diet unless we follow a Japanese-style diet that includes lots of seaweed and saltwater fish, says Shames. Other food sources are shell-

fish, turkey, cheese, yogurt, milk, eggs, legumes, cranberries and strawberries.

There is little agreement about the optimal levels of iodine people need.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture maintains that we need 150 micrograms a day, but iodine advocates are quick to point out that a person eating a typical Japanese diet (where hypothyroidism, or low thyroid activity, is rare) ingests 12.5 milligrams of iodine each day—83 times the amount recommended by the government.

Shames recommends getting an iodine lab test (available without a prescription at CanaryClub.org) to determine exact needs. Thompson recommends potassium iodide and sodium iodide supplements for thyroid health.

Kathleen Barnes is author of numerous natural health books, including User’s Guide to Thyroid Disorders.

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Thyroid Toxins to Avoid Fluorine/fluoride n Fluoridated toothpaste n Unfiltered municipal drinking water n Some bottled teas n Teflon pans n Mechanically deboned chicken Chlorine/chloride n Virtually all municipal water n Swimming pools, spas n Poultry chilled in chlorinated water to kill bacteria n Chlorine bleaches and other conventional household cleaners Bromine/bromide n Flour and flour products, except those labeled “unbrominated” n Soft drinks n Pesticides with methyl bromide n Plastics n Fire retardants in children’s nightwear and some furniture n Spa disinfectants Source: What Doctors Fail to Tell You About Iodine & Your Thyroid,

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FACIAL FITNESS Exercises to Tone Your Face and Neck

by Kathleen Barnes

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ravity takes its toll as years pass, and many women find themselves bemoaning crow’s feet, frown lines and turkey necks that make them look older than they feel. Experts point to the loss of “fat pads” in the cheeks, bone loss around the eye sockets and cheekbones and overall weak muscles as potential contributors to facial aging. Natural exercise programs designed to reverse these unpleasant signs of aging comprise a new fitness-for-beauty trend.

“Face and neck muscles somehow have been left out of mainstream fitness programs,” observes Denver esthetician and massage therapist Grace Mosgeller, who addresses this void with her series of eight FaceFitnez audio and video exercises. “If you tone the muscles of your face and neck, the skin attached to those muscles firms and tones as well, creating a natural youthful look.”

Muscular stress—the good kind—is at the core of facial fitness, says Mosgeller.

She cite’s Wolff’s Law, a well-known medical theory that bone grows and remodels in response to the tension or muscle engagement put on it. “Regular facial exercise works the muscles to correct the loss of both muscle tone and bone density and build collagen. It might be called the equivalent of push-ups, pull-ups and abdominal tucks for the face.”

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Carolyn Cleaves, owner of Carolyn’s Facial Fitness, in Seabeck, Washington, near Seattle, a former college professor, developed a facial exercise program for herself upon detecting early signs of aging. With the help of two primary care physicians, she designed a routine that includes 28 basic exercises that target all 57 facial muscles. “As we get older, we lose the underlying layer of fat just beneath the skin, and as a result, we look old and tired,” says Cleaves. She agrees that exercising the face actually helps rebuild lost bone, enlarges the muscles and also builds collagen. A study from the University of Rochester, in New York, confirms that loss of bone mass can start in women as early as age 40. It starts in men 16 to 25 years later.

Mosgeller’s facial exercises work to fade wrinkles and lines and firm up sagging flesh, yielding visible results in as little as two weeks of dedicated training.

She says, “Within six to nine months, it’s possible to look five to 10 years younger than when you started.” Her claims are verified by Dr. Carol Lipper, in Denver, who states, “I’ve done the exercises and they work. The trouble is compliance. It’s a lot of work.” She confirms that she saw improvement in her droopy eyelids after just two or three weeks of adhering to Mosgeller’s workouts.

“It seems that every three months or so, I see another leap in results and a younger look,” adds Cleaves of those using her program. Here are a few crucial areas to target, with just a few of these experts’ recommended remedies.

Cleaves’ Crow’s Feet Eliminator: Place fingertips on top of the head, thumbs resting near the corners of the eyes. Shut eyes tightly and slide thumbs toward the temples for a count of five. Repeat 10 times.

Mosgeller’s Rx for Droopy Eyelids: Place index finger on top of a closed eyelid, and then lift fingers up and slightly to the outside. Blink hard and hold. It’s preventive, as well as curative, says Mosgeller, so those over 45 should repeat this 100 times a

day, while younger individuals should repeat 20 to 50 times a day.

Mosgeller’s Frown Line Eraser: Pull brows apart with fingers and hold for two seconds. Repeat 50 to 100 times up to six times per week.

This is meant to relax and tone the muscles, not build them.

Cleaves’ Turkey Neck Buster: Tilt the head back slightly. With palm facing the neck, grasp under the chin with a wide-open hand and slowly slide hand down to the collarbone; hold there while counting to 10. Repeat five times daily.

Kathleen Barnes is author and publisher of many natural health books. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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How to Reboot Your Eating Habits Small Shifts Can Drop Pounds and Gain Health

by Judith Fertig

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ur food habits are often just that—mindless, repetitious eating behaviors. Some serve us well; others, not so much. Natural Awakenings asked experts to serve up many doable small changes that can add up to big shifts.

According to Brian Wansink, Ph.D., the John S. Dyson professor of marketing at Cornell University and author of Mindless Eating, changing just one lifestyle habit can eliminate two or more pounds each week. By changing up to three habits, we may lose more weight. At a minimum, we will likely improve the quality of the food we eat overall.

Buying Behaviors

Wansink advises that having the only food on our kitchen counter be fruit encourages healthy snacking. At work, he suggests lunching away from our desk to discourage mindless eating. At restaurants, order half-size entrees, and then add a maximum of two items, such as soup and bread, salad and side dish or an appetizer and dessert.

He recommends using a food shopping strategy to fill the cart with better food. With hunger sated first, chew on a natural gum while shopping; it discourages buying junk food.

Secondly, habitually fill the front of the cart with produce.

“We eat what we see,” he says.

Food Choices

Consider starting the day with a new coffee habit. Dave Asprey, of Los Angeles, author of The Bulletproof Diet, uses organic coffee, brews with filtered water and blends the hot coffee with a pat of unsalted, grass-fed butter, a fat high in vitamins and omega-3 essential fatty acids, and a small spoonful of a coconut oil that doesn’t congeal at room temperature.

Unlike a drive-through latte with sugar and carbohydrates, he maintains that this type of coffee, “makes you feel energized, focused and full for hours.” Asprey takes a biohacker’s approach to natural biology-based ways to maximize physical

and mental performance.

New York City writer Chris Gayomali tried Asprey’s recipe for two weeks. Although it didn’t curb his appetite, he says he felt more alert and “ready for life.”

Upgrading the foods we love is also possible, says David Wann, of Golden, Colorado, author of Simple Prosperity. “Too often, we economize on food when we should be buying the best quality, freshest organic food we can,” he says.

Rebecca Miller, who lives near Kansas City, Missouri, took Wann’s advice and cut costs in other ways instead. To her delight, she found that the fresher, better-tasting food prompted her to eat less, but eat better. “I lost seven pounds in two weeks,” she says, “and I didn’t feel like I was on a diet.”

Eating a big salad for lunch is a habit that author Victoria Moran, host of the award-winning Main Street Vegan online radio show, has adopted in her New York City home. She fills a big bowl with leafy greens, in-season

vegetables, avocado and a light dressing. “This will set you up for the rest of the day,” says Moran.

Pam Anderson, a mainstream food blogger in Darien, Connecticut, agrees.

Six years ago, she lost 50 pounds and credits having a big green salad for lunch—one of her many small food habit changes—with helping her maintain a healthy weight, despite frequently testing and sampling recipes.

Food Thought Habits

Doing too much for other people and not enough for ourselves can make our internal voice whisper, “I need comfort,” a thought that can generate overeating. In The Perfect Recipe for Losing Weight and Eating Great, Anderson suggests we ask ourselves what other triggers are prompting poor food habits. Upon reflection, we can prioritize emotional and physical health with planned, smaller, varied, healthy, delicious meals; it’s a habit that works for her.

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chologist in Lake Forest, Illinois, and bestselling author of Better Than Perfect, assures, “If we fall off the healthy eating wagon, it’s not failure, it’s data.”

She believes reaching for the chocolate chip cookies in the vending machine after a stressful morning should be viewed from a scientific standpoint, not via our inner finger-pointing judge.

“What are the factors that influenced our decision: stress, hunger or a desire for distraction? That’s great information,” says Lombardo. She proposes that we can then prepare to counter a future snack attack with handy healthy bites, a mindfulness break, a quick walk outside or other naturally healthful stress-relievers.

Changing our food habits, one at a time, can help us live better going forward.

Judith Fertig is the author of award-winning cookbooks and blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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Christie Brinkley Shares Her Secrets to Lasting Beauty Why She Still Looks Terrific After 40 Years as a Model

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upermodel extraordinaire Christie Brinkley looks as amazing in her 60s as she did when she first graced the cover of Sports Illustrated nearly 40 years ago. In a new book, Timeless Beauty, Brinkley reveals her anti-aging secrets, many of which involve reliance on healthful foods, a positive attitude, exercise and good skin care. Much of what she’s learned is reflected in her line of Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare. Here, she shares some highlights of how she keeps her mind and body healthy.

Why did you become a vegetarian at age 14?

When I was 13, I picked up a book from the nightstand in my parents’ bedroom called Miami and the Siege of Chicago

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growth hormones and fats associated with a carnivorous diet.

Was it tougher to maintain your natural standards as your career became filled with travel and tight schedules?

After I first became a vegetarian kid living at home, I soon convinced my family to go vegetarian, too. I read a lot of books to learn how to replace meat protein with healthier choices.

Through the early years, as I continued to learn about options, I tried many kinds of vegetarian, macrobiotic and vegan approaches.

Once I started modeling in seashore locations, it seemed natural to me to add bits of fresh fish and some dairy; so for the most part I have been a lacto ichthyo variation of vegetarian. I raised my children as vegetarians, and recently my daughter, Sailor, and I took the next step to become mostly vegan. I allow myself a little mozzarella and an occasional salmon dish when my body is craving it, because I think we need to listen to what our body needs.

After the environmental disasters of the BP oil spill in the Gulf, made worse by toxic dispersants, and the Fukushima

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nuclear plant meltdown that pumped radioactive isotopes into the Pacific, I am extra-cautious about the salmon I choose and don’t eat other seafood. I’m lucky that as a model, my career has naturally kept me aware of the amount of sugar I consume, limiting its effects on skin and overall health as well as weight.

How much of anti-aging do you believe is tied to mental and emotional health?

Growing old gracefully is all about the positive energy that you use to power through your day and project to others.

Happiness is a youthful quality and a smile is always our best accessory; it’s also been proven to release feel-good endorphins.

When you take good care of yourself by eating right and exercising, you naturally feel better about yourself. If we’re feeling down, stressed or depressed, we’re tempted to eliminate exercise, which is the very thing that could lift us up and make us feel better. The more we move, the merrier we are.

Because you also recognize the importance of treating the body well from the outside as well as from the inside, what other practices do you apply?

With everything we know about how the sun can damage our skin, it’s crucial to use a moisturizer with a broad ultraviolet spectrum blocker of both UVA and UVB rays to prevent wrinkles and hyperpigmented spots.

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ision boards, a powerful tool for transformation, comprise a collage of pictures, phrases, poems and quotes that visually represent what we would like to experience more of in life.

Building one works to uncover hidden desires and inner guidance that help clarify the details of a roadmap to our future. Anyone can create one in a few hours.

The layout may be intuitive, placing pieces where feelings direct; circles within circles like a mandala; or in titled, pie-shaped segments arranged in the form of a wheel.

Board basics: Choose a large piece of poster board, corkboard or canvas the size of an unfolded newspaper. Gather pens, scissors, glue or pins, sticky tape and a current selfie.

Gather 10 to 20 magazines ranging from women’s and men’s fashion, health and fitness to hobbies, house and garden and travel, including animals representing specific character traits. Pick topics that resonate, uplift and inspire, energize or bring relaxation.

Beauty salons, libraries and community centers like to clear out old issues; an alternative is to assemble images by using a computer.

Prepare a space: Find a quiet, relaxing spot, free of disturbances and distractions.

Mindset magic: Let go of ought-tos, shoulds and musts. Rest assured that feeling the desire to be good, to do good or have something good in our life means we can make it happen, even if we do not yet know how.

Flick, snip and stick: Have fun seeing what jumps out and catches your attention while riffling through the magazine pages.

A vision board clarifies our deepest desires.

Clip and place these images in a pile, and then sort out those that feel really right.

Arrange: Experiment with the positioning and relationships of words and images until it feels good. Take a photograph as a reference. Affix pieces either so they can be repositioned or permanent, leaving spaces to symbolize an openness to receiving more ideas.

Purpose Statement: Play with words that describe desired values and qualities to eventually shape an inspiring affirmation representing cherished personal aspirations for the year ahead. Place this next to the selfie and other key personal photos in the center of the board and reinforce its verity by daily repeating it.

Pride of place: Prominently display the board where it will be visible throughout the day. The more time we spend with our board, the more movement we’ll make toward our goals and the faster they’ll become our reality.

Activate: Sit with the board and connect with its opportunities. Visualize being, doing, having and experiencing everything shown, as if they are already an intimate part of daily life. This living, breathing idea grows with us, and a companion gratitude journal can support us in acknowledging our progress.

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n intergenerational programs throughout the U.S. and in Europe, thousands of “youngers” and “elders” are building bridges that were forged naturally before family members spread out and many retirees departed for warmer climes.

Based on a U.S. adult population of 41 million people 65 years and older and 74 million youths up to the age of 17, the current generation gap is already unprecedented. By 2030, those numbers will increase to 72 million and 80 million, respectively, according to the international nonprofit Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation. Along with Generation Waking Up, Wiser Together and others, it’s working to foster better social cohesion in ways that help individuals of all ages lead richer and more rewarding lives.

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Providing nurturing opportunities for individuals to look at life through the eyes of others with dissimilar experiences that have led them to different assumptions and perspectives on life can be helpful.

Broadening everyone’s relationship scope to include “May-December” friendships

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creates the potential for the kind of lifechanging possibilities experienced by a troubled young man named Harold when he struck up a surprising friendship with a life-loving woman as old as his grandmother in the film Harold and Maude.

In real life, “I had the blessing of growing up in an intergenerational family,” says Yvette McGlasson, director of port revenue for the PPI Group, in Pompano, Florida. The 17-year veteran of the cruise industry is a former Holland America cruise director whose career at sea launched her into work as a director of events for age-restricted (55-plus) gated communities such as Del Webb Lake Providence, near Nashville.

“As a child, I was told I had to listen to my elders as a sign of respect. The many memorable times spent with my grandparents, my mother’s friends and a great aunt who lived to 101, soon turned my resignation into an active desire to spend time with my elders. Their experiences and wisdom were fascinating and I understood that their shared life lessons could prove invaluable to me,” says McGlasson.

The experience inspired her to de-

If you only talk to people like you, you’ll never learn anything new. ~Albert Einstein velop a multigenerational “grandparents at-large” partnership with an elementary school across the street from the Del Webb community. The school principal recognized that residents would be valuable mentors, able to fill an emotional void for the latchkey kids of working parents, plus foster a deeper appreciation for their elders among the children.

“In this paradigm of mentorship, young people are mentoring their elders and elders are mentoring young people and together, we’re co-creating something new,” says Joshua Gorman, the founder of Generation Waking Up, based in Oakland, California.

Facilitating Connections

Since launching their first multigenerational initiative at the Shambhala Institute in 2004, partnering across age groups has been at the forefront of Juanita Brown and David Isaacs’ work as co-founders and hosts of the World Café global learning community. “We cultivate collaboration through conversations that matter in order to leverage the unique gifts of every generation in addressing humanity’s most critical issues,” says Brown.

Such conversations—in which elders and young people give up the cul-

tural and societal norms and habits that shape so much of their thinking—offer both groups opportunities to discern the possibilities inherent in mutual insight, innovation and action.

When a young Clarissa Tufts, program coordinator and family liaison for the SelfDesign Learning Community, in British Columbia, was working on her master’s degree from the SelfDesign Graduate Institute, she sought out mentor Anne Adams, a faculty member in her 70s who worked with Tufts for 18 months. “Anne’s earliest statements, ‘I’m here to support you in being the best you can be’ and ‘I get energized by talking with young people and hearing their ideas,’ felt good and let me know that we were both benefitting from our relationship and building something together,” says Tufts.

Stimulating cooperation and collaboration among generations evokes the vibrancy, energy and productivity that occur when people cross-pollinate ideas and perspectives. It can also provide a sense of purpose, improve confidence and social skills, create solutions to societal challenges, help resolve emotional and behavioral problems and lift depression, all enhancing productive engagement in life.

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

Multigenerational Cohousing

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aving regular positive interactions with family and friends and being involved in several different social networks can help older adults be healthier, according to recent research published by the American Psychological Association. This fact inspired the intergenerational living model embodied by Cleveland’s Judson Manor retirement community.

Resident students attending the Cleveland Institutes of Art and Music teach older residents how to use computers for email, social media and Skype, with unlimited personal access included among the amenities associated with the affordable housing. These neighbors from different generations also join in art projects and attend movies together.

This innovative approach helps solve the housing crisis faced by many cities while addressing social issues of isolation as the young people spontaneously converse with seniors about their studies, activities and other happenings in the outside world.

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ach American discards an average of 4.4 pounds of personal garbage a day according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Half of what we toss can be recycled. A yard sale can both clear out the clutter and keep reusable items in circulation.

Assemble Merchandise

In assembling merchandise from all around the house, make it a family affair, with everyone contributing things to consider together. Before putting any item in the “keep” pile, ask: How long have I lived with this? How often did I need it? How often will I use it now and in the future?

Check with neighbors and friends to see if they want to join in a multi-family sale likely to draw more potential buyers.

Advertise

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On the event day, make sure that large, bright signs in the neighborhood lead buyers to the sale. Reuse cardboard from old boxes to save money and recycle signs and flyers afterwards.

Cindy Skrzynecki, of Minneapolis, who has monitored the phenomenon, notes, “Shoppers tend to equate the size of a sign with the size of a sale, so a few large, well-placed signs may draw more people to you than several smaller signs.”

Skrzynecki says that holiday weekends or weekends that coincide with popular local events are excellent because, “You’ll provide a fun activity for people that stay in town.”

Set Up

How items are displayed is important.

Here’s how to make old stuff as attractive as possible to buyers.

The cleaner the better. Make sure all items are presentable.

Make items visible. Arrange a display that’s catchy and organized. Use

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Show clothing effectively. Hangers are better than folded piles that get messy.

Does this thing work? Have an extension cord handy so people can test electrical devices, and provide a measuring tape for furniture and other large items. Have batteries on hand for testing items like flashlights or electronic games.

Label things that don’t work and price accordingly for those that know how to fix things or strip parts.

Ensure the price is right. All items should be clearly priced via a small sticker; buyers quickly tire of asking and sellers may not recall earlier answers. For multiple sellers, use a different colored sticker for each, remove the stickers as items sell, and use the totals from the stickers to divide profits at day’s end.

Use creative labeling. Provide buyers with uses for odd items. Sunny Wicka, author of Garage Sale Shopper, says, “Sales can be made solely by suggesting a novel use.” Also spark the shopper’s imagination by combining art supplies—like old magazines, papers, markers, paints and knickknacks—on a table labeled “Great for Art!” or group household items, crates and blankets labeled “Going Away to College?”

Prepare for early birds. Yard sale pros arrive early to scour sales for the best deals. Be prepared to bargain or else make it clear that prices are fixed via a few friendly signs.

After the initial rush, consider accepting bargain offers. During the final hour, consider cutting prices in half.

Ready, Set, Sell

Summer and early fall are good times for yard sales. Make it exceptional, a place where people will have fun and want to hang around (more browsing time often means more purchases). Play upbeat music, set up a children’s play area and maybe a kids’ lemonade stand as cool drinks help keep shoppers refreshed and cheerful.

Consider sharing the fruits of family hobbies such as homemade items, plant cuttings or herbs in hand-painted clay pots and cut flowers. Shoppers appreciate such personal touches.

Arrange for the Aftermath

Arrange a charity donation pick-up beforehand to truck away leftover items. The Salvation Army and Vietnam Veterans of America regularly move still useful items into welcoming homes.

For those that enjoy throwing yard sales, consider organizing charity yard sales in the community. Engage a local place of worship, neighborhood association or school to help people recycle their old stuff while also raising funds for worthy causes.

Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist is a frequent contributor to Green American magazine (GreenAmerica.org), from which this was adapted. For more tips, visit YardSaleQueen.com/yardsale.htm.

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Vietnam Veterans of America Pick-ups usually can be scheduled the same week; accepts a full range of household items for use by veterans’ families (PickUpPlease.org). natural awakenings

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Stressed-Out Pets Natural Ways to Calm Fear and Anxiety

by Sandra Murphy

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hile most American pets live on easy street, with meals, treats, exercise outings and affection provided, the good life also poses challenges—dogs and cats can get stressed.

“Basic stress is fearbased. Separation or isolation anxiety requires in-depth training,” says JennaLee Gallicchio, a certified separation anxiety trainer who uses scientific and hands-off techniques at her All Stars Dog Training, in Bedminster, New Jersey. She authors a bestselling series that was launched with The Secret to Getting Your Dog to Do What You Want.

A drug like Reconcile, the pet version of Prozac, looks like a quick fix, but can bring many harmful side effects. Laurel Braitman, Ph.D., of Sausalito, California, bestselling author of Animal Madness: How Anxious Dogs, Compulsive Parrots, and Elephants in Recovery Help Us Understand Ourselves, estimates that 70 million U.S. dogs are given the same drugs their humans use for anxiety or depression. Considering the potential dangers, such drugs should only be used briefly as a last resort with veterinary supervision to ensure the proper dosage based on age, size and temperament. There are more natural and safer alternatives.

Common Stressors

Dogs hear sounds at four times the distance we do; cats hear even better. Thunderstorms, fireworks, traffic, TV, music and children can unnerve them.

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anticipation of car rides associated with fear of the veterinarian and even normally mellow pets can get upset.

Irregular work hours undermine established routines. Pet or human health issues, plus household drama, add special reasons to fret. Pets separated from their litters too early can experience anxiety as adults.

Stress Less Strategies

“Let your dog have a space where he can retreat when he’s had enough,” advises Dr. Carol Osborne, owner of Ohio’s Chagrin Falls Veterinary Center & Pet Clinic. She recommends Bach’s Five Flower Formula, diluted chamomile essential oil or a petsafe tincture of the Chinese herb skullcap for additional relief.

Dogs like routine. “Regular exercise helps, including two, 20-minute daily walks. A tired pet is a happy pet,” Osborne says. “Walks can eliminate stress and anxiety by 50 percent for you both.”

“Cats need exercise that mimics hunting; cats stare and plan, stalk or chase, pounce and grab,” says Marci Koski, certified by the Animal Behavior Institute and owner of Feline Behavior Solutions, in Vancouver, Washington. “An indoor cat’s prey drive can be met with interactive toys.” A place to climb or hide and a window with a view will help as will periodic playtime catching moving toys; with nothing to catch, a laser pointer’s red dots are frustrating for a cat and a potential danger to its eyes.

“Two of my large dogs were anx-

ious during a three-day power outage,” says Kimberly Gauthier, a dog nutrition blogger at KeepTheTailWagging.com, in Marysville, Washington. “I add Ewegurt, a sheep’s milk yogurt, to their food to calm them when needed.”

Clicker training rewards desired behaviors. “Ralphie, an Italian greyhound mix, was protective, but also fearful; before going outside, we’d practice sit, stay and come using a click/treat. Now he sees other dogs without reacting,” relates Katrina Wilhelm, a naturopathic physician and owner of DrKatrinaWilhelm. com, in Lake Oswego, Oregon. It works when someone knocks on the door, too.

Soothing music covers the sounds of storms and fireworks, counsels Lisa Spector, an award-winning concert pianist in Half Moon Bay, California, who creates the Through a Dog’s Ear clinically tested music series to relieve pet anxi-

Signs of Pet Stress 4 Aggression toward people or other animals 4 Digestive problems 4 Excessive barking/meowing 4 Forgetful of housetraining 4 Increased sleep 4 Isolation 4 Loss of appetite 4 Pacing 4 Pulling out fur ety, inclusive of cats. “Although many holistic animal lovers want natural stress relievers, few think of auditory options,” she says.

Getting kitty into her carrier to go to the vet isn’t always easy. London’s Simon Tofield, animator and cartoon-

ist for Simon’s Cats videos and books, suggests making the crate comfy and leaving it out so the cat gets used to it; keeping it out of reach of curious dogs at the vet’s office; and only opening it upon arrival in the exam room. His local vet staff explains more at Tinyurl.com/ CatVetProtocol.

New View

“Stressors for dogs and cats are different.

As a veterinarian, I explain situations from the animal’s perspective,” says Jennifer Quammen, with the Grants Lick Veterinary Hospital, in Butler, Kentucky.

“I say, ‘From the cat’s point of view…’ As the animal advocate, I feel it’s my professional obligation.”

“We bring pets into our world and expect them to adjust. Dogs, in particular, try so hard,” says Spector. They need our attention, shared activities and most of all, our understanding.

Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring. com.

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CALCIUM:

for Health and Wellness

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

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n last month’s Natural Awakenings magazine, I wrote a detailed article on osteoporosis for men and women, and its’ treatments of diet, exercise, and medicines. A major part of the treatment of osteoporosis is getting calcium in your diet. Since calcium is so important for so many reasons, I will devote this entire article on it.

Calcium is the major mineral of bone. With it, you grow good, strong, healthy bones, as well as other body parts and functions.

Without it, you can develop a number of disease conditions, including osteopenia, osteoporosis, rickets, and dysfunctional nerve and heart conditions. Adding calcium to one’s diet can help decrease blood pressure in hypertension, prevent colorectal polyps (precursors to colon cancer), and reduce premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms.

Our calcium levels are often deficient for several reasons: calcium is needed in increased amounts during growth, new bone formation, pregnancy and breast feeding; calcium absorption in our intestines is not efficient (only about 30%); and the body excretes a certain amount of calcium in the stool and urine every day to maintain its’ internal chemical balance (homeostasis). Diets high in fiber, phytates (found in teas), phosphorus (sodas and some canned foods), protein (meats), and sodium (salt) all decrease our calcium levels. Calcium interferes with the absorption of: salicylates (i.e, aspirin), bisphosphonates, fluoride, tetracyclines, atenolol, and iron. Most people with hyperthyroidism, sarcoidosis or certain kidney diseases should not take calcium supplements.

Too much calcium, over 4,000 mg/day, can result in toxicity, kidney damage, heart arrhythmias, etc. Calcium needs an acidic environment in the stomach to be absorbed; so, contrary to the ads, taking the antacids is counterproductive.

Calcium absorption is best with: vitamin D (400-800 IU’s/ day), magnesium (500 mg/day), and zinc (50-100 mg/day). Take these all together, daily.

CALCIUM CONTENT OF SELECTED FOODS: Food Serving size • calcium-fortified orange juice 1 cup • milk 1 cup • yogurt 1 cup • hard cheeses 1 oz • soft cheeses 1 oz • figs, dried 10 • tofu ½ cup • spinach 1 cup • peanuts, roasted 1 cup • beans 1 cup • pasta, rice 1 cup • meat, fish 3 oz

Calcium content average(mg) 350 300 300 250 200 250 250 250 120 100 20 10

CALCIUM IN SUPPLEMENTS: Calcium supplement

• calcium carbonate

• calcium citrate • calcium lactate • calcium gluconate

% of calcium available (i.e., the amount you really get) 40% (i.e., if you take 1000 mg, you only get 400!)

20% 13% 9%

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FOOD AND NUTRITION BOARD, INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE: DIETARY REFERENCE INTAKES (DRI) FOR CALCIUM:

Product Calcium available (mg) • Alka-Mints 850 mg tablet 340 • Caltrate 1500 mg tablet 600 • Citracal 950 mg tablet 200 • Oscal 625 mg tablet 250 • Rolaids 550 mg tablet 220 • Tums 500 mg tablet 200

Age group • 0-6 months • 7-12 months • 1-3 years • 4-8 years • 9-18 years • 19-50 years • 51+ years

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CLARY SAGE: A Woman's Best Friend

by Denise Wickell, RA

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nvision yourself in a nurturing sanctuary surrounded by lush green plants and the aroma of fragrant fruits and flowers. You feel calm, content, rested, and renewed. Your body is in balance and your mind is bright. You feel revitalized and at ease with the flow of life.

Does this scenario appeal to you? Is it more pleasing than these common aspects of menopause -- sweaty, sleepy, bloated, bleary, itchy, moody, and forgetful? Then continue reading dear women, I've just described the essential oil of Clary Sage, your new best friend.

Clary Sage (Latin name Salvia sclarea) is a beautiful plant with brilliant green leaves and sprays of fine purple flowers which are distilled to extract its very versatile essential oil. Its scent is like a rich, sensual garden, a euphoric combination of floral, fruity, and woody tones with nuances of sultry, smoky tea.

The aroma of Salvia sclarea pairs well with Cypress, Geranium, Jasmine, and other essential oils which are unique aids in maintaining a woman's physical and emotional balance. Authentic essential oils support all of the body's systems, but some like Clary Sage have a special affinity with the female hormonal system. Clary Sage is a complex essential oil containing over 250 naturally-occurring chemical constituents which bring balance, calm, and harmony to both the mind and body.

So how do essential oils work? What do essential oils and hormones have to do with each other? Actually, quite a lot.

Clary Sage interacts with the endocrine system, a group of organs that secrete hormones to regulate all body functions.

Because their molecular structure is similar to that of our hormones, some essential oils display hormone-like behavior and bind with the same receptor sites that hormones do. Some essential oils have properties similar to hormones, exhibiting a strengthening effect on the reproductive system and serving as general tonics for the entire 52

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female body. Essential oils also stimulate the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland to produce hormones that influence both physiological and psychological effects.

Hormones and essential oils impact our mood, behavior, and emotions as well as vital body functions such as heart rate and blood pressure.

As a woman progresses through the stages of her life, an undulating dance of hormones come into play as she experiences her monthly cycle, child bearing, and menopause. For many women, hormonal fluctuations are very challenging and create a cascade of stress, mood swings, headaches, body pain, insomnia, weight gain, fatigue, and other concerns.

You women know this, I don't have to tell you. It can sometimes feel like our hormones are taking over our life.

But take heart! Whether you're a young woman experiencing your cycle or a mature woman dealing with menopause, the essential oil of Clary Sage is your best friend. Because of its balancing effect on the endocrine system, every woman needs this valuable substance at her fingertips.

Salvia sclarea is used medicinally in France to treat PMS. As a natural emmenagogue, Clary Sage may stimulate blood flow in cases where the menses is erratic, too light, or delayed. With antispasmodic and mild analgesic properties, it may ease menstrual cramps and back pain. Mix a drop with aloe vera and dab it on blemishes that pop up during your cycle. When

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experiencing abdominal bloat, digestive concerns, or intestinal discomfort, apply it to the belly to balance the GI system. When your cycle has passed, a few drops of Salvia sclarea can be mixed with warm water as a cleansing internal irrigation, or in cases of the problematic growth of candida.

Revitalizing and nurturing, Clary Sage is an incredible tool for helping women cope with menopausal issues. Applied on a regular basis, the essential oil helps balance the hormones and erratic issues such as hot flashes, night sweats, and insomnia.

When insomnia is addressed, fatigue naturally dissipates and one's energy can be restored. Dramatic changes in the skin and hair can occur during menopause and by supporting the hormonal system, the look of the skin and hair may also be improved. Add Salvia sclarea to your daily body lotion; this will not only help harmonize female issues, the essential oil will permeate the skin to promote circulation and renew the appearance of aging skin, inflamed skin, and wrinkles.

Psychologically, Salvia sclarea strikes an impressive balance between stimulation and relaxation. It boosts the mind to ease mental fatigue yet calms the mind to reduce tension. Considered a sedative, it doesn't necessarily knock you out but acts to soothe the nervous system so that you may actually be more productive, working from a relaxed state of mind rather than a worried or frustrated state. Overall, it is uplifting and strengthening for the mind, and dispels scattered, hyperactive, or ungrounded thoughts. On an emotional level, Clary Sage offers empowerment to women by stabilizing the mood, providing reassurance by calming anxiety and fear, and imparting clarity, creativity, and spirituality.

Be aware that hormone-disrupting chemicals are present in many commercial products like shampoo, soaps, lotions, perfumes, and even laundry products.

Additionally, not all essential oils are pure; some contain synthetic chemicals which

are also hormone-disrupting and damaging to your health! Replace these products with natural choices that work with your body rather than against it. Work with a professional or Registered Aromatherapist to obtain the highest quality essential oils and to understand their appropriate uses and benefits.

All genuine essential oils, including the lovely and talented Clary Sage, are very potent concentrates and should be diluted prior to use.

Just a few drops of Salvia sclarea are wonderful with other essential oils in diffuser blends, mixed with epsom salts for the bath, and on the skin in a body oil or body lotion. To benefit from its soothing, uplifting, and restorative qualities, follow the dilution guidelines of these recipes. If you don't care for its smell, call for a consultation to learn about alternative protocols.

So, remember that luxurious, fragrant, healing garden? You don't have to just imagine it; with the right essential oils, you can live it!

MOON TIME OIL: 5 drops Clary Sage 5 drops Geranium 5 drops Fennel 3 drops Marjoram 2 tablespoons coconut oil Mix well and apply 1-2 teaspoons of the mixture over the abdomen and low back to soothe spasm or discomfort.

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COOLING BODY MIST (a quick fix for a hot flash!): 1/4 cup water (or 50/50 water and aloe vera juice) 5 drops each Clary Sage, Cypress, and Peppermint Mix in a 2 ounce spray bottle; shake before spritzing over the arms, legs, or abdomen.

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Allies to Allergy Relief Cameron Bishop DAOM, L.Ac.

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y brother and I lived with tissue paper in our pockets, and were always wiping our nose. We always seemed to have nasal congestion, sinus pressure and sneezing. Nothing seemed to help. After university I moved to Japan. One of my English students was an allergy medical doctor. He suggested I come see him at the hospital, and I did.

He said under the Japanese health system I could use herbal or western medicine. I really had no belief in herbal medicine but knew the pharmaceuticals were little help.

He told me the herbal medicine worked. I had to drink it three times a day, it would taste awful and I would have to do it at least six months. He also added it worked but he didn’t know why. He seemed disinterested in my surprise. This was all before the Internet had launched. I did as he told. It tasted awful and at some point my allergies went away. I also started regular Japanese acupuncture. Rarely I may have a little problem but nothing a short round of herbal medicine/acupuncture does not resolve. Along the way I have learned some other natural methods that help reduce the allergic response, and my patients tell me they work.

During the day our hair and clothes collect pollen. Changing our clothes when we get home, removing our shoes, and shaking our hair out all can reduce the indoor pollen count. Washing our clothes in very hot water too seems to deactivate the pollens. Some people shower before bed or use a hair dryer to blow the pollen out of their hair. Changing your pillowcase daily too can have benefit along with having an air cleaner in your bedroom. Overhead fans can stir up dust causing more sinus 54

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issues along with not changing regularly, or having poor quality AC filters. Traffic pollution from driving can be put in check by closing your vents to outside air. Perfumes, cologne, chlorine, smoke, pen ink, print ink, copier ink, poor quality incense, pets, and scented candles can irritate the nose.

Try to eliminate these smells.

What we eat can further aggravate our allergies. Trigger foods are individual to the pollen, but can include tomato, apples, raw produce and cantaloupe. Dairy, white sugar and wheat can increase the mucus response. Eliminating them during allergy season can help. Alcohol and particularly wine can aggravate the sinuses. Daily local honey can significantly help reduce allergic response. Religiously taking twice a teaspoon daily of very local honey for at least a month can show results.

Our sinuses are like an air filter. We can change the air filter in house, but not sinuses. The best we can do is wash them with a good sinus product. Follow the directions and remember not to use tap water. If you wear contact lenses they can trap pollen so think about washing them more regularly or using disposable ones.

Beyond our control is the weather.

Light rain or drizzly days can stir up the pollen, but heavy rain washes away pollen, but sometimes the next day the mold count might be up. Windy days stir up the pollen also. You may note the some wind directions are worse than others. All the research is not in but it seems the temperature of your feet or barometric pressure as sensed by your bare feet affects your sinus pressure. Although not practical, going barefoot may be over less stressful to your sinuses.

Elevation and change in elevation can also

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affect your sinus pressure. Interestingly a lot of the research on atmospheric pressure, temperature, in relation to pain, allergies, performance, immune function and more is being done for the benefit of astronauts and deep sea divers.

Another great ally to allergy relief is acupuncture and herbal medicine. A simple course of acupuncture treatments can tune the immune system, and reduce sinus pressure, headaches and clear congestion.

Herbal medicine can be quite effective and has the benefit of having low to no side effects and the ability to dose appropriately rather than a one size fits all pill.

Most of this is most effective if you begin before allergy season starts. If you want more than temporary symptom relief than give everything a fair try. If you have additional constitutional, immune or asthma history give it even more time. Start early and have a great summer!

After graduation from University with degrees in Psychology and Anthropology, Cameron Bishop sold his car and bought a one-way ticket to Japan. He lived and worked in Japan for four years and studied healing and martial arts. He graduated from NIAOM with an accredited Masters in Acupuncture, and from ACTCM with an accredited Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine specializing in “Women’s Health” and “Pain Management”. Cameron has been in acupuncture practice for over eighteen years, spending five years working for a Western medical office. He is a board Certified and State Licensed Acupuncturist (AP 762). His web site is www.AskWithin.com.

THE GOOD EARTH FARM SUMMER CAMP 2016

TRAILRIDES

Horsey and Artsy CAMP

Come enjoy the sunset on horseback with us!

At The Good Earth Farm Childrens Zoo & ANIMAL SANCTUARY Two week sessions 9 am to 3 pm.

Aftercare available $15 daily, kids 7–12 @ 2141 Loxahatchee Groves, Florida.

Come enjoy our parrots, zebra, donkeys, minis, ponies, dwarf minis, horses, waterfowl, chickens, guinea pigs, pot belly pig, cow and sheep.

What to wear: t-shirt, helmet, riding pants, riding boots, at all times, towel, snack, lunch, at least a gallon of a drink and a hat.

Session 1 June 6–10

June 13–17

$ 590

Session 2 June 20–24

June 27–July1

$590

Session 3 July 11–15

July 18–22

$590

Sibling discounts available. If paid in full before May 1 we will give you a 5% discount.

Don’t go buy pants and boots.: we will open our horsey thrift shop for you before camp starts and you can purchase your items then at ¼ the cost.

This camp will offer horse back riding lessons daily, huntseat, dressage, western trail and vaulting and driving all with our sweet horses on our property, we never leave.

We believe in teaching the child to be independent and take care of their tack and animal from the grooming to the riding to the washing and cleaning tack on a daily basis. All kids will have supervision at all times,our numbers of campers will be no larger than 10 at a time.

After our horse part of the day we may cool off and relax a bit have lunch and start our art project of the day in a/c.

Ms NANCY has 2 masters in fine art, 48 years of camp experience with horses.

This will be a great summer!

Call 561-792-2666

Personalized Trail Rides on THE GOOD EARTH FARM For the animal lover that wants to ride a horse, without drama and great expense, with a little lesson to show you how to navigate the equipment and all under the loving watchful eye of an experienced trailboss. Here in rural Loxahatchee Groves for 1.5 hours on a safe secure farm.

ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT 561-792-2666 We can handle up to 3 people at once, we fit you with a horse, and helmet.

We give you a 20 min. lesson in the ring and then 45 min of trail riding and then you can wash your horse and put him in a stall.

We can accommodate people under 175lbs and over 10 years of age. This is a no drama safe trailride on our manicured farm in the woods. You can select what time works for you, and after your ride we will bring out the soft drinks for you, but if you want a little more, we can spoil you with wine and cheese and fruit. Call us while the weather is right... this is the perfect time of year.

Prices are $75 per rider and $50 for wine and cheese for 3 people.

Family rides are very popular on Saturday mornings, romantic rides are usually at sunset. We can do them most anytime just call for your reservation.

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How Qigong Healed a Wounded 9/11 Firefighter

by Jonathan Henderson

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n duty the morning of September 11, 2001, I searched for lost friends after the tower collapsed and then volunteered for 30 days of 12-hour shifts to recover their remains.

Three-hundred forty three firefighters died that day and the death toll is still climbing as a result of breathing in toxic particles.

My lungs and sinuses suffered major damage at the trade towers site and everything from hearing loss to depression set in, which caused me to balloon to over 300 pounds. At a funeral for a firefighter who died of September 11 related lung cancer, I looked around at the low turnout and mentioned my disappointment to our lieutenant. Looking at the small number attending he said, “I’ll show up for your funeral.” I turned and said, “I’ll show up for yours too, pal.” Seeing we were a dying breed and there was major mishandling of healthcare for firefighters impacted by September 11th is what motivated me to find natural solutions.

During a spiritual vision, I saw my healthy-self on a beach practicing a slow martial art, having had no prior knowledge of qigong. I moved to San Diego to make the healthiest version of me and ate organic foods and smoothies. I removed toxic food and

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people from my life for a two-year sabbatical to get well. Soon, I was led to a mind-body studio and attended powerful qigong classes. During a “Breath Empowerment” my lungs never felt so big! My ribcage had expanded and I felt real energy surge through me like nothing I had ever known. I was buzzing for days after.

The studio was promoting a big seminar called “Qi Revolution” and I attended based on their suggestion. Initially, I felt out of place with what seemed like mostly new age people in attendance, but when I did the practices with hundreds of others it felt even more powerful than what I had known from my small group. Pressing on qi, concentrating on breath and moving slowly had a great effect on me and most everyone else in attendance. I found qigong practice slowed my overly active New Yorker mind allowing me to focus on giving my body and soul some long overdue healing energy.

September 11th anniversaries are emotional for those connected. September 11, 2013, I was with San Diego FDNY retirees aboard the USS Midway reading names of rescue workers and flight crews lost 12 years earlier.

That morning I woke up and went to the beach and did Supreme Science Qigong Level-1 healing form with a rising sun. I did it by myself for myself for the

first time ever and I felt energy pulsing and surging all around me—it was as my spiritual vision had shown me. It made the most difficult day of the year easier somehow and gave me peace and calmness that stays with me now.

Since finding qigong I’ve not taken addictive prescriptions and I’ve had tremendous results with food-based healing. I’ve lost 80 pounds and my lung capacity shows significant improvement. Everyone can help themselves with qigong, especially my firefighter family. Anyone seeking improved physical health, specifically better lung capacity, will benefit greatly from the Qi Revolution seminar.

May 13th-15, Qi Revolution comes to Daytona Ocean Center. $99 for two-days and one-night of training! Open to public.

Firefighters and veterans admitted free. For details, call 800-298-8970 or visit QiRevolution.com.

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calendarofevents Calendar Deadline: All Calendar Events must be submitted by email by the 15th of the month PRECEDING PUBLICATION (e.g. April 15th for the May Issue) 5 FREE LISTINGS WITH A DISPLAY AD or $10 for Non-Advertisers. See listings below for format.

Email the events to: calendar@napalmbeach.com No Phone Calls Please.

SUNDAY MAY 1 Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches Are you looking for a community where you can be yourself? Enjoy community, be authentic and make a difference at CSL. “Ready, Set, Go!”, with Rev. Marcia MacLean Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am www.cslpalmbeaches.org, 561-676-7997 GreenWise Community Room, Upstairs 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG Daily Nature Walks Daily at 10:00 a.m. Join one of the Park naturalists for a one-mile Nature Walk through our four distinct ecosystems, and learn our natural and cultural history. Free with Park admission (561) 776-7449 or visit us on the web at www.macarthurbeach.org Kayak Macarthur Sunday, 12:00 p.m. (about 1 hour) This is a land-based course to provide beginners the skills necessary for kayaking.

Reservations are recommended. The program is free with Park admission. For information and reservations call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952 Snake Talk Sundays, 2:00 p.m. Meet King Henry, our resident king snake. Learn about the habits and habitats of King and other snakes at this informative presentation. Free with Park admission. (561) 776-7449 or visit us on the web at www.macarthurbeach.org Native American Prayer Circle, Burning Pine Cone and Pipe Ceremony with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 12:30pm to 2:30pm, donations honored. We will do a Burning Pine Cone Ceremony, where what we want to release is set afire and we'll also set our intentions as to what we want to draw into our lives; we will then share the Pipe. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Native American Healing Drumming Circle with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 3 pm to 5 pm, donations honored.

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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. A spiritual experience suitable for everyone and drum healing is offered to those wanting healing. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. RSVP required: call 561333-3372 or email 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

MONDAY MAY 2 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 (6Wks) Mon 7-8:45PM Cost $115 or $99 by 5/1 or drop-in fee $20 per class. Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35.

Contact Jamar’s at 561-630-2280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com Reiki healing private sessions with Rev Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master, Teacher & Practitioner are available today between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm; $60 per session. Pearl will channel Reiki healing to help each person: using her many years of experience, she will customize the session to meet each person's individual needs.

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TUESDAY MAY 3 Transformational Breath® w/Jamar Tue 7-9PM Cost $40 or $35 by 5/2 . Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-630-2280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com Stone People Medicine Reading with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; these are private one on one readings available at 6:00 pm and at 7:00 pm; $50 per 45 minute reading (other times/ days available also, call for details). 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. Please register ahead of time: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www. rauberts.com Soul Healing Groups in West Palm Beach and Delray. Join Marsha Valutis and Pamela Carmo for these weekly practices to learn beautiful, powerful and effective techniques to heal and transform your life. 7:30 – 9:30 pm, $10 - $20 Love Offering, every Tuesday evening at different locations. Join Marsha at Joanne Francis Medical Esthetics, 911 Village Blvd, Ste 807.

Call 321-749-1084. Join Pamela for location for WPB. Call 561-789-8029.

Psychic Development - with Rev. Vicki White, Certified Medium. Class is open to all levels of students. Practice messages, meditation and interpretation. One message to each attendee.

7PM $10 United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Rd. WPB. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

WEDNESDAY MAY 4 “THE LIFE CHANGING MAGIC OF TIDYING UP” CLASS - Based on the New York Times Best Seller, “The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up” by Marie Kondo, this class will teach “life changing” and revolutionary decluttering/organizing tips of the KonMari method. Be prepared to be motivated to clear your clutter and enjoy the magic of a tidy home! May 4-June 8. Cost: $89 for 6-week class or $20 drop-in. First meeting FREE to newcomers! Meets 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Recovery Team Center, 450 Northlake Blvd, North Palm

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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 'MIRACLE CONSCIOUSNESS' with Sondra Ray and Markus Ray. Embrace the Spirit of God with master teachers Sondra and Markus as they explain how our 'Bridge to Miracles' starts in our MINDS. We have to have a new MIND to experience a new LIFE. Jamar Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. 7-9 pm. $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Call 561-630-2280

THURSDAY MAY 5 Seeing Auras: A Gift of the Sixth Chakra w/ Jamar Thur 7-9PM Cost $35 or $30 by 5/4 Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-6302280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com

FRIDAY MAY 6 Lose weight and feel great with Meng's Acupuncture Summer Weight Loss Program.

Acupuncture is also known to normalize physiological functions, stimulate the immune system, relieve drug and alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and aid weight loss.Today receive 20% off a Weight Loss Treatment10 am to 12 pm Meng's Acupuncture Medical Center - 4060 PGA Blvd Suite 202, PBG FL 33410 (561) 656-0717 Private Psychic Readings w/Countess Nadia Starella Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-630-2280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com GONGWAVES. A Gong Meditation w/David Leclerc Fri 6:30-7:30PM Cost $25 or $20 by 5/5 Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-6302280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com ANGEL HEALER WORKSHOP WITH DEIRDRE ABRAMI. Join Deirdre, 6th Generation Psychic & Angel Some exercises used in class for enhancing your angelic intuition; angel cards, automatic writing, channeling, medium-

ship, and partner readings. This introductory class gives you a hands-on overview of the Certified Angel Healer Practitioner Weekend Workshop. Friday, May 6th from 7-9PM. $30 in advance or $35. Five Sisters, 8805 SW 132nd St., Miami. Register: Contact Five Sisters at 786.250.4170. MORE INFORMATION & REG: WWW.DEIRDREABRAMI.COM OR 561-READING (732-3464).

SATURDAY MAY 7 9:00am Complimentary community class Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney. com 561-479-7819 Mat Matterz - Yoga Chakra Flow with Mary Ann Morgan-Fried This 2 hour, detoxing, powerful chakra flow is for all levels. This workshop will explore through each chakra with asana (yoga poses) and meditation.

Spiritual growth relies on balance and aligning our chakras in order to find strength, compassion, and understanding. Looking inward can be scary, but it brings us an understanding of our journey. This workshop allows us to open ourselves deeply, take from your mat and apply to your life! Saturday Sea Star May Faire, Saturday May 7th 10:453:30, 12 and up $3, children $1, Crafts and Games, Artisans and Vendors, Morris Dancing, Silent Auction, Bake Sale, and More! 251 SW 4th Ave, Boca Raton Fl 33432, 561-452-3618 MOTHER’S DAY TEA PARTY - The City of Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Department’s Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, 2240 N. Federal Highway, will be hosting a very special Mother’s Day Tea Party. This celebration will be held on Saturday, May 7 from 11:00 a.m.

- 1:00 p.m. The Mother’s Day Tea Party will celebrate mothers who have been instrumental in your life. The cost is $10 per person. Online registration is available at www.boyntonbeach.org/recreation. In person registration is located at Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, 2240 N. Federal Highway. Hours of operation are Tuesday - Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. For information, please call 561-742-6644 or follow us on Facebook (boyntonbeachrecandparks) and Twitter (@boyntonbeachrec).

NEW MOON crystal Singing Bowl Event 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.. 2:00 PM – 4:00

THE ARVIGO TECHNIQUES OF MAYA ABDOMINAL THERAPY® Level 1 Self Care Training *18 CEU available

Dates: MAY 27-29 2016 Times: Friday 10-6pm, Saturday 10-6pm, Sunday 10-2pm

Location: Agape Healing Arts Health & Wellness Center 385 Tequesta Drive Suite 4 Tequesta FL 33469

This 2 & 1/2 day class prepares the student to perform The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® on him/ herself only. Additionally, this class is a prerequisite to enrollment in the Professional Training for licensed healthcare practitioners.

Self-Care Training covers anatomy & physiology of the abdominal & reproductive organs, addresses causes & symptoms of malpositioned organs & demonstrates selfcare techniques. Self-Care also addresses herbal, nutritional, spiritual & emotional support for the massage techniques to ensure comprehensive understanding of the modality & how it contributes to wellness.

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www.AgapeHealingArts.com Sign up for Class: Call Arvigo Office @ 603.588.2571

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

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MOTHER’S DAY TEA PARTY

BOYNTON BEACH, FL The City of Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Department’s Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, 2240 N. Federal Highway, will be hosting a very special Mother’s Day Tea Party.

This celebration will be held on Saturday, May 7 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The Mother’s Day Tea Party will celebrate mothers who have been instrumental in your life. Tea, soft drinks and hor’d ourves will be served and each mother attending the event will receive a beautiful rose. Please register for the event by May 3 as space is limited for this elegant and special tea party.

The cost is $10 per person.

On-line registration is available at www.boynton-beach.org/ recreation.

In person registration is located at Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, 2240 N. Federal Highway.

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

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call 561-742-6644 or follow us on Facebook (boyntonbeachrecandparks) and Twitter (@boyntonbeachrec)

PM, $22 prepaid, $27 at the door, maximum 29 people, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

Buckskin Basics with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee, 12:00pm to 3:00pm; $45 includes materials. A hands-on workshop where you will learn basic patternmaking and assembly of buckskin. Through completing a basic project, you will learn to use the tools and the most popular stitching method. Materials are included. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372; email pearlrauberts@hotmail. com More details at www.rauberts.com Ancient Symbols, Modern Guides with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 3:30pm to 5:30pm, $35 includes handouts. In this lecture we will consider a number of ancient symbols left behind by the ancestors of this land. There is much more to ancient petroglyphs, story hides, and totems than the artistic expression of the ancestors..

6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415.

Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www. rauberts.com Intro to Snorkeling Saturday, 11:00 a.m.

Learn the basics of snorkeling including, proper fin and mask selection and fit, how to clear your mask, snorkeling safety, diving techniques and more. This is a land based course. Free with Park admission; reservations required, 561-624-6952.

Healing Ways of the Shaman w/Carey Stokes Sat 4-8PM Cost $55 or $44 by 5/6 Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-630-2280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com

SUNDAY MAY 8 Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches Are you looking for a community where you can be yourself? Enjoy community, be authentic and make a difference at CSL. “Honoring the Divine Feminine”, with Rev. Marcia MacLean Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am www.cslpalmbeaches.org, 561-676-7997 GreenWise Community Room, Upstairs 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG Bluegrass Music with the Conch Stomp Band Sunday, May 8, 1-3:00 p.m. Come listen to the Conch Stomp Band and their unique brand of bluegrass music. Free with Park admission, call for more information, (561) 624-6952.

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 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. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com The Spiritual Teachings of "The Tibetan" (Djwhal Khul) and How They Can Help Us led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts; 3:00pm to 5:00pm, $20. Djwhal Khul, also known as "The Tibetan", is a Spiritual Guide and Master in the non-physical realm who gave a large number of profound spiritual teachings about the spiritual journey many years ago through the mediumship of the late Alice Bailey, who then reproduced the these teachings in a series of many books. This is an introductory level talk and discussion about a few of these teachings and no previous knowledge is required.

6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415.

Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email 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

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MONDAY MAY 9 Fundamentals of Deep Meditation – This three week course beginning May 9 provides a well-balanced introduction to the benefits of mediation and its spiritual aspects. Discussions and practical in-class exercises may allow you to: Clarify your goals for meditation, Help your mind come to rest, Increase mental concentration, Experience the emotional and spiritual benefits of inner peace and so much more. $35 for 3 week Monday night course. Pe-register and pre-pay at info@unitedmetphysical.org. 528 Haverhill Rd, WPB 561-686-0217 - Office hours We/Th/Fr 10AM-2PM 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.

Chakras for Beginners with Margaret Ann Lembo. Learn the basics about your energy and the chakras that affect you mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritual. Understand how to overcome fears and challenges through color and the chakras. 6:45 PM -8 PM $10 prepaid, $18 at the door, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

How Healthy Are You—Really?

Tired?

Anxious, Nervous?

Indigestion, bloating?

Heartburn, GERD? Hot Flashes, Night Sweats?

Trouble Sleeping?

Dizzy, Lightheaded?

Constipated?

Diarrhea?

Constantly Getting Sick?

IBD or IBS?

Dr. Nadia R. Malek

Chiropractic Physician Board Certified Chiropractic Internist Board Certified Clinical Nutrition

Get On The Road To Wellness!

Malek Clinic for Natural Healing, LLC Functional and Foundational Medicine, Clinical Nutrition, Bio-Cleanse Purification and Natural Weight Loss Applied Kinesiology (AK/QA).

Dedicated To Your Health for Over 30 Years 561-357-8495 3900 Woodlake Blvd Suite 205, Lake Worth, FL 33463 Visit our website at www.drnadiamalek.com for more information.

TUESDAY MAY 10 Intro to Astrology w/Lady Love Tue 7-9PM Cost $33 or $25 by 5/9 Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens.

TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-630-2280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com FREE Laura Norman Reflexology Webinar 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 Reflexology, including powerful nurturing relaxation and Foot, Hand, Ear and Face Reflexology techniques you can learn through individualized, guided, hands-on instruction! Take your first step toward a new career in complementary healthcare, or expand your current practice! Location: The comfort of your home. Register online now at www.lauranorman.com.

Connecting with our Spiritual Guide led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts: 6:30pm to 8:30pm, $25. We will discuss the role of our Spiritual Guide in our life and look at ways to connect better with him/her. Then we will participate in a guided meditation designed to help us explore this connection at a deeper level. You will leave this class more confident in your ability to connect with your own Spiritual Guide. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@ hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

WEEKLY PRACTICE

SPECIAL PRACTICES

Tuesdays, 7:30 pm Heart Sutra & Meditation

Saturday, May 21st @10:00 am Saga Dawa Duchen

Wednesdays, 7:30 pm Calm Abiding Meditation

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Wednesday, May 4th@6:15 pm Intro to Meditation Saturday, May 14th @11:15 am Heart Advice for Practicing Dharma Saturday, May 21st @11:15 am Opening the Door to Tibetan Buddhism

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Soul Healing Groups in West Palm Beach and Delray. Join Marsha Valutis and Pamela Carmo for these weekly practices to learn beautiful, powerful and effective techniques to heal and transform your life. Receive Divine Soul Healing Blessings for your requests. Feel better! 7:30 – 9:30 pm, $10 - $20 Love Offering, every Tuesday evening at different locations. Join Marsha at Joanne Francis Medical Esthetics, 911 Village Blvd, Ste 807. Call 321-749-1084. Join Pamela for location for WPB. Call 561-789-8029.

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 MAY 11 Meng's Acupuncture Medical Center 4060 PGA Blvd Suite 202, PBG FL 33410.

(561) 656-0717. 20% off a cupping treatment

at Meng's Acupuncture Medical Center. Cupping is an effective treatment for any condition that relates to blood or Qi stagnation. Well known to treat: aching muscles, acute stress, clearing accumulation of toxins, improving immune system functioning.

Wednesday May 11- from 10 am to 12 pm Yoga Journey Events Yoga Journey 200 Hour Summer 2016 Teacher Training Yoga has been handed down verbally from teacher "guru" to student for thousands of years. Although today we have formal teacher training programs I still believe in the tradition of mentoring. You must find a teacher that you want to emulate. Because of the guidelines set by the Yoga Alliance most of the content will be similar from one school to the next. The key is to discover a course that connects with your intention.

In this program we will explore the energetic and emotional journey of yoga. You will learn Anatomy / Physiology as it pertains to the practice, intelligent sequencing, asana, and alignment, and the chakras will be studied in depth... Training Schedule: Orientation May 11th May 13-15 ~ June 10-12 ~ July 15-17 ~ Aug 19-22 Closing Ceremony Aug 24th Weekend hours: Friday 5:30-10:00pm Saturday 9am-6pm Sunday 9am-6pm Wed eve’s for Sacred Study and practice 5:30 pm -10:00 pm plus additional class attendance, practice teaching, assisting & HW is required For more information go to www. yogajourney.com Contact Leslie Glickman if you are interested in applying. at leslie@yogajourney. com Held at Yoga Journey located in the Wyndham Hotel 5thth floor 1950 Glades Road Boca Raton yogajour- ney.com 561-479-7819 Handmade Wire Wrapped Jewelry Workshop w/ Justin White Wed 6:30-9:30PM Cost $85.00 ($60 + $25 for matl.) Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-6302280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com “THE LIFE CHANGING MAGIC OF TIDYING UP” CLASS Based on the New York Times Best Seller, “The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up”

by Marie Kondo, this class will teach “life changing” and revolutionary decluttering/organizing tips of the KonMari method. Be prepared to be motivated to clear your clutter and enjoy the magic of a tidy home! May 4-June 8. Cost: $89 for 6-week class or $20 drop-in. First meeting FREE to newcomers! Meets 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Recovery Team Center, 450 Northlake Blvd, North Palm Beach.

Call Kathy Andio, M. ED, Professional Organizer, at 561.236.4298 to register or email at organizer@ letcluttergo.com.

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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

Weight Loss Program. Acupuncture is also known to normalize physiological functions, stimulate the immune system, relieve drug and alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and aid weight loss.Today receive 20% off a Weight Loss Treatment

Meditation Class. Dr. Dave, certified psychologist and hypnotherapist will discuss different types of meditation, and conduct a guided meditation with the class. Learn how meditation can change your life! $10 pp. North Palm Beach Recreation Center, 603 Anchorage Dr. N.P.B. 561-841-3386 to reserve.

Spirit Open Forum w/ Joan Balarezo Passeggio, Internationally Known 5th Generation Psychic/Medium Fri 7-9PM Cost $30 or $25 by 5/12 Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-6302280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com

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Reiki healing private sessions with Rev Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master, Teacher & Practitioner are available today between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. Pearl will channel Reiki healing to help each person: using her many years of experience, she will customize the session to meet each person's individual needs. Reiki helps heal the body, the mind and the emotions. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Must RSVP ahead of time (sessions available on many other times/days also): call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www. rauberts.com

PSYCHIC GALLERY READINGS WITH DEIRDRE ABRAMI. Feeling Stressed? Needing Some Guidance? Missing Deceased Loved Ones? Join Deirdre Abrami, 6th Generation Psychic Intuitive & Spiritual Guide for this intimate spiritual gathering where you will receive loving and healing messages from your spirit guides, angels & deceased loved ones. Everyone is assigned spirit guides and angels, and they assist us with all areas of our lives, so why not access their knowledge to make our lives easier? All you have to do is ask for their help. Come with questions or just be open to what spirit wants you to know. ALL participants receive a message. Thursday, May 12th from 7-9PM. $45 in advance or $50.TICKETS: New Age Books & things , Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 Registration: $30 in advance / $35 at the door RSVP 954-771-0026 . MORE INFORMATION: www.

DeirdreAbrami.com.

Meditation and More – Rev. James Kohlbecker - Become aware of your higher-self, seek answers from within and learn to trust your intuition through meditation. 7PM / Weekly ongoing. United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Love Offering 561-686-0217 Healing Body & Mind . 6:00-7:00pm 1. 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 life! Free seminar. At Tunies Natural Grocery, 7170 Fairway Dr., PBG. 561-721-8787

FRIDAY MAY 13 10 am to 12 pm Meng's Acupuncture Medical Center - 4060 PGA Blvd Suite 202, PBG FL 33410 (561) 656-0717. Title: Lose weight and feel great with Meng's Acupuncture Summer

LIBERATION BREATHING & THE LOVING RELATIONSHIPS TRAINING – with Sondra Ray and Markus Ray. Friday May 13 – 15, 6pm – Sunday 6pm. Urban Namaste, 915 NE 20th Ave, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304. Special Price $350. For better communication, spiritual intimacy, clarity of life purpose, conflict-free relationships join us for this special weekend.

954-410-5600 for more info.

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 2PM-5PM. To schedule, email info@unitedmetaphysical. org call 561-686-0217 WED/THU/FRI 10am2pm United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. ANGEL MESSENGER PRACTITIONER with Margaret Ann Lembo. Develop your intuition and learn to use your extrasensory perception to help yourself and others. Learn about the angelic realm including information about guardian angels, archangels, ascended masters, spirit guides, animal totems, elementals, fairies

OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASSES

The City of Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Department’s Art Center, 125 SE 2 Avenue, is offering Oil & Acrylic Painting for adults. Enhance your creativity and reduce stress. You will learn color techniques, composition, line and value. Kindle your inspiration on

Wednesdays from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. or from 12:00 - 2:30 p.m.

Classes are April 6 - May 11

$60 for residents and $75 for non-residents for 6 weeks.

On-line registration is available at www.boynton-beach.org/recreation In person registration is located at Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, 2240 N. Federal Highway in Boynton Beach Hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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markyourcalendar EDGAR CAYCE ON ANGELS AND THE AFTERLIFE – Rob Grant, Researcher, Author, Lecturer ARE Gold Coast Retreat Event

June 10-11, 2016

Renaissance Hotel, Boca Raton Sessions: Introduction to the Amazing Legacy of Edgar Cayce; Role of Angels and Archangels in the Psychic Work of Edgar Cayce; The Earthbound: True Stories Behind Popular Books and Movies; The Light at the End of the Tunnel.

Early Registration for Full Conference: 6/2/16—ARE members $85; Non-members $95; Seniors (65+) $75.

Renaissance Hotel 561.368.5252; special rate for conference guests, limited availability.

Questions? Contact Gina Preziosa 561.306.4788

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and deceased loved ones. Discover your natural intuitive communication style. Learn how to give accurate and healing angel readings, primarily using Doreen Virtue's Oracle Cards.

Learn how to read crystals and gemstones using The Gemstone Oracle. Practice automatic writing, psychometry and mediumship. Learn techniques as to how to advertise yourself and build your practice. May 13 6:00 – 9:00 PM, May 14 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, May 15 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, $297 prepaid in full by May 1; $100 non-refundable deposit by April 15 to reserve $297. After May 1st $333, at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden. com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

SATURDAY MAY 14 9:00am Complimentary community class Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 Mat Matterz - Yoga Chakra Flow with Mary Ann Morgan-Fried

REIKI CLASSES WITH

REV. PEARL RAUBERTS 6073 Summit Blvd West Palm Beach 33415

Reiki Level I

Saturday May 14

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

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Palm Beach Edition

This 2 hour, detoxing, powerful chakra flow is for all levels. This workshop will explore through each chakra with asana (yoga poses) and meditation. Spiritual growth relies on balance and aligning our chakras in order to find strength, compassion, and understanding.

Looking inward can be scary, but it brings us an understanding of our journey. This workshop allows us to open ourselves deeply, take from your mat and apply to your life! Saturday

www.cslpalmbeaches.org, 561-676-7997 GreenWise Community Room, Upstairs 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG

Beach Cleanup Saturday, 9-11a.m. Ocean trash can entrap and strangle ocean wildlife including endangered sea turtles. Please join us to preserve our water ways. Community service hours will be provided for school aged participants. For more information call Park Specialist Art at (561) 776-7449, ext. 109.

Bluegrass Music 1-3:00 p.m. Just sit back and enjoy some foot-stompin’ and hand-clappin’ bluegrass music in Palm Beach County’s most beautiful setting. The concert is free with Park admission. For more information call the Nature Center at (561) 624-6952.

Psychic Fair: Join us for a Very Special Psychic Fair! The Most Amazing Lineup of South Florida’s Premier Psychics. Sat 12-5PM Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-6302280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Join us each month for technical and artistic instruction by a local professional. Appropriate for all photographers from beginners to advanced; bring your own camera equipment – point and shoot or SLR. Wear light clothing, bring sun block and mosquito repellent. Fee is $35.00, does not include Park admittance. For more information visit http://www.macarthurbeach.org/2014/05/02/ nature-photography-workshops/ Reiki Level 1 with Rev. Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master & Teacher: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm; $150 includes 2 detailed manuals. Reiki helps heal body, mind & emotions. Learn about Reiki healing, and how to channel the Reiki healing energy for yourself & for others. You will learn the hand positions, receive all four of the Reiki Level I Attunements & get your Level I Certification 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com

SUNDAY MAY 15 Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches Are you looking for a community where you can be yourself? Enjoy community, be authentic and make a difference at CSL. “Science and Spirituality”, with Rev. Marcia MacLean Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am

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Introduction to Transformational Breath® w/ Jamar Sun 1:30-4PM Cost $45 or $40 by 5/14 Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-6302280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com

Native American Medicine Shields with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 10:00am to 4:00pm; $90 includes a 62 page manual and all materials for your personal Medicine Shield. Grandfather Rick will help each class participant create a physical Medicine Shield and establish a relationship with an Animal Medicine Helper to help you understand your life patterns, especially those that work against you, so you can convert procrastination into motivation, uncertainty into action, fear into confidence. deposit of $20 for materials 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372, email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, more 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

MONDAY MAY 16 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.

TUESDAY MAY 17 THE SHIFT of CONSCIOUSNESS and

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YOUR DORMANT DNA: Learn About The Shift of Consciousness on Planet Earth, Ascension, The Awakening of Planet Earth, The Truth About 2012 and Beyond and YOUR Dormant DNA.Receive Powerful and Potent LIVE Transformational Sacred Energy Healing and Dormant DNA Activations. 7pm - 10pm FREE! ALL are welcome! Kula Yoga Shala, 400 Toney Penna Drive, Suite F, Jupiter, 33458.

561.216.5852 or 866.388.5115. Get a FREE Learn Animal Communication mp3 class and a FREE Develop Your Intuitive Abilities mp3 Class plus a FREE Juicy Living ebook and for more info, visit: www.LoriSpagna.com.

Finding the Sacred Feminine: A Dynamic Workshop for Men and Women w/Maya Malay Tue 7-9PM Cost $25 or $20 by 5/16 Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Ad-

United Metaphysical Church of the

Palm Beaches Sunday Service 528 S. Haverhill Road - West Palm Beach New Service Time Effective April 20, 2014 10:30 am - Healing 11:00 am - Worship Service Ongoing Programs Mediumship, Intuitive & Spiritual Counseling, Spiritual Development - Healing Monthly Message Gallery Guest Psychics and/or Mediums Psychic Fair Saturday 3rd Saturday of the Month - 11am - 4pm Readings - $20 each or 3 for $50 Reiki Circle 1st & 3rd Friday of the Month - 7 pm Love Offering Meditation and More Thursday’s 7pm - Love Offering All classes & events held at 528 S. Haverhill Rd West Palm Beach, FL 33415

561-686-0217

www.unitedmetaphysical.org Palm Beach Edition

com 561-630-2280 4595 Northlake Blvd.,Ste. 107 & 111, Palm Beach Gardens

Reiki healing private sessions with Rev Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master, Teacher & Practitioner are available today between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm; each session is one hour and the fee is $60 per session. Pearl will channel Reiki healing to help each person: using her many years of experience, she will customize the session to meet each person's individual needs. Reiki helps heal the body, the mind and the emotions.

6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415.

Must RSVP ahead of time (sessions available on many other times/days also): call 561-3333372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

“THE LIFE CHANGING MAGIC OF TIDYING UP” CLASS - Based on the New York Times Best Seller, “The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up” by Marie Kondo, this class will teach “life changing” and revolutionary decluttering/organizing tips of the KonMari method. Be prepared to be motivated to clear your clutter and enjoy the magic of a tidy home! May 4-June 8. Cost: $89 for 6-week class or $20 drop-in. First meeting FREE to newcomers! Meets 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Recovery Team Center, 450 Northlake Blvd, North Palm Beach. Call Kathy Andio, M. ED, Professional Organizer, at 561.236.4298 to register or email at organizer@letcluttergo.com.

Stone People Medicine Reading with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; these are private one on one readings available at 6:00 pm and at 7:00 pm; $50 per 45 minute reading (other times/days available also, call for details). 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. Please register ahead of time: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www. rauberts.com Psychic Development - with Rev. Vicki White, Certified Medium. Class is open to all levels of students. Practice messages, meditation and interpretation. One message to each attendee. 7PM United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Rd. WPB. $10 561-686-0217. www. unitedmetaphysical.org.

Soul Healing Groups in West Palm Beach and Delray. Join Marsha Valutis and Pamela Carmo for these weekly practices to learn beautiful, powerful and effective techniques to heal and transform your life. Receive Divine Soul Healing Blessings for your requests.

Feel better! 7:30 – 9:30 pm, $10 - $20 Love Offering, every Tuesday evening at different locations. Join Marsha at Joanne Francis Medical Esthetics, 911 Village Blvd, Ste 807.

Call 321-749-1084. Join Pamela for location for WPB. Call 561-789-8029.

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vance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-630-2280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com

Wicca 101: Learning Mirror Magic & How To Scry w/Lady Autumn Ivy Wed 7-9PM Cost $25 or $20 by 5/17 Jamar Center - jamarcenter.

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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 MAY 19 12:00-1:00pm Healing Spirit! pt. 2. Mary & Dr. Dave DiSano will discuss their books; Divinely Touched & Holistic Mental Health, how the spirit dimension influences our physical and mental health. How the spirit dimension gives us signs and how to connect with divine energies Free seminar. At Tunies Natural Grocery, 7170 Fairway Dr., PBG. 561-721-8787 Meditation Class. Dr. Dave, certified psychologist and hypnotherapist will discuss different types of meditation, and conduct a guided meditation with the class. Learn how meditation can change your life! $10.00 pp.

North Palm Beach Recreation Center, 603 Anchorage Dr. N.P.B. 561-841-3386 to reserve.

Meditation and More – Rev. James Kohlbecker - Become aware of your higher-self, seek answers from within and learn to trust your intuition through meditation. 7PM / Weekly ongoing. United Metaphysical, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Love Offering 561-686-0217 HOW TO USE CRYSTALS FOR BEGINNERS with Margaret Ann Lembo. Learn how to pick crystals and how to use them to design your reality. Positive thought matched to crystals you choose in your life can help you find love, money, happiness, inner peace as you release fears and worries. 6:45 - 8 PM

$10 prepaid, $18 at the door. At The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

FRIDAY MAY 20 Meng's Acupuncture Medical Center - 4060 PGA Blvd Suite 202, PBG FL 33410 (561) 656-0717. Title: Improve your sleep with a Mud Treatment at Meng's Acupuncture Medical Center. 20 minutes of heat therapy is equivalent to 30 minutes of exercise. After heat therapy, one can enter into a deep sleep, and after waking up, will feel twice as relaxed. Today receive 20% off a Mud Treatment 10a – 12pm Omar Speaks: Healing your Mind & Body through the Law of Attraction w/ Elizabeth Margolis, Fri 7-9PM Cost $30 or $25 by 5/19 Jamar Center - jamarcenter.com 561-630-2280 4595 Northlake Blvd.,Ste. 107 & 111, Palm Beach Gardens Reiki healing private sessions with Rev Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master, Teacher & Practitioner are available today between 12:00 pm and 7:00 pm; each session is one hour and the fee is $60 per session. Pearl will channel Reiki healing to help each person: using her many years of experience, she will customize the session to meet each person's individual needs. Reiki helps heal the body, the mind and the emotions. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Must RSVP ahead of time (sessions available on many other times/days also): call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Love Peace Harmony World Family Gathering. Join Master Geho and local Soul Healers to chant for World Peace and Love Peace and Harmony for all humanity, animals, our loved ones, and all souls. Learn about opportunities to serve our community and the Love Peace and Harmony mission in Florida. Join us for a pot luck supper, chanting, and more. 7 – 9:30 pm, Friday, May 20th Call Pamela for location 561-789-8029.

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 2P-5P. To schedule, email info@unitedmetaphysical.org call 561-686-0217 WED/THU/FRI 10am-2pm

United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. Reiki Circle - Join in as Reiki Healers channel universal healing energy. Reiki is a Japanese system of relaxation and stress relief that promotes well-being using the body’s natural healing abilities. 7PM. Love Offering. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. 561-6860217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org.

Raw JUCE and Yoga Journey present Raw Yoga Yoga Journey is so proud to be teaming up with raw JUCE for Turn Up Friday with Raw Yoga & DJ Sal... a new twist on HAPPY HOUR Friday, May 20th at 6:00pm on the Roof Top of raw JUCE East. Just another way for us to connect as a community!!! Join us each month for a fun all levels vinyasa practice. This months teacher will be the wonderful Heather Berg! Class begins at 6:00 and will be followed by fresh JUCE and light

SATURDAY MAY 21 9:00am Complimentary community class Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney.com 561-479-7819 Mat Matterz - Yoga Chakra Flow with Mary Ann Morgan-Fried This 2 hour, detoxing, powerful chakra flow is for all levels. This workshop will explore through each chakra with asana (yoga poses) and meditation.

Spiritual growth relies on balance and aligning our chakras in order to find strength, compassion, and understanding. Looking inward can be scary, but it brings us an understanding of our journey. This workshop allows us to open ourselves deeply, take from your mat and apply to your life! Saturday Celebrity Psychic Gallery Readings w/Michelle Whitedove, author & TV personality Sat 2-5PM Cost $55 or $50 by 5/20 Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-630-2280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com Sacred Sound and Vision Journey w/Sarah Solstice Sat 7-8:30PM Cost $25 or $20 by 5/20 Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35. Contact Jamar’s at 561-6302280 or Book Online JamarCenter.com Tao Power for Healing your Spiritual, Mental, Emotional and Physical Bodies, with Master Geho. Learn how to access Tao power – the

power of Source, for healing and transformation on all levels of your being.. Sat & Sun,May 21- 22. Early Bird $150 includes one guest pass by May 7, $100 per person after May 7, Location coming. Call Pamela for more information. 561-789-8029.

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.

SOUTH COAST BIG BAND AT BOYNTON BEACH SENIOR CENTER BOYNTON BEACH, FL

The City of Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Department’s Senior Center, 1021 S. Federal Highway, is proud to feature a new, weekly performance by a 15-piece live band each Wednesday from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

You will be delighted by the sounds of the South Coast Big Band with music from the Great American Songbook, including standards, pop and big band swing and jazz. Come enjoy an afternoon of dancing and fun!

Admission is free for members.

Not a member? Come in for a free 1 week trial pass.

For more information, please contact the Senior Center at

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Medicine Wheel Ceremony with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 12:00pm to 2:00pm, donations honored.

This Ceremony is open to all those who come in a respectful way. Its purpose is to help us connect to nature and the Earth and to help us spiritually, emotionally and all other ways. The Ceremony is done in a simple Medicine Wheel in a private area outside. You need not be knowledgeable about anything Native American. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. RSVP ahead of time: call 561-333-3372, email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com Trance Circle – Guides and Teachers with Rev. Justin Terry. Rev. Terry will bring through your Guides and Teachers. Seating is limited to 25 people at $25. 7PM. RSVP in advance to info@unitedmetaphysial.org or call 561-686-0217 $25. United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill l Road, WPB. CRYSTAL ALIGNMENT CHAKRA BALANCING with Margaret Ann Lembo. Come experience the peace and love of the energy of a group alignment. Margaret will place gemstones on and around your body and guide you through a deep relaxing meditation. You may experience direct messages from your guides and angels to assist you on your path through life. Bring a sweater or a blanket if you have a tendency to get cold during meditation. 1:00 – 3:00 PM, $25 prepaid; $30 at the door. Maximum 10 people. at The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-369-2836 to attend.

Native American Healing Drumming Circle with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 2:30pm to 4:30pm, 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. A spiritual experience suitable for everyone and drum healing is offered to those wanting healing.

6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. RSVP required: call 561-3333372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Introduction to Surfing 2:00 p.m. Ranger led course on the basics of surfing, lessons on land and water. Adults and children 12 and older (children under 18 must be accompanied in water by adult). Reservations required, call 561-624-6952. Free with Park admission. MacArthur Beach State Park.

SUNDAY MAY 22 Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches - Are you looking for a community where you can be yourself? Enjoy community, be authentic and make a difference at CSL.“Finding and Being Your True Self”, with Rev. Marcia MacLean Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am www.cslpalmbeaches.org, 561-676-7997. GreenWise Community Room, Upstairs 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG Awaken Your Psychic Powers w/Elsa Stokes Sun 1-5PM Cost $55 or $44 by 5/21 Jamar Center - jamarcenter.com 561-630-2280 4595 Northlake Blvd., Ste. 107 & 111, Palm Beach Gardens Energy Healing Circle led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts; starts at 12:30 pm, donations accepted. Experience Rauberts' Energy Healing Technique (REHT), a new and unique method of working with the healing energy created by Pearl Rauberts. Arrive promptly as we start with a guided group meditation; each person then receives an individual session of energy healing from Pearl. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP ahead of time (limited number of places): call 561-333-3372, email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.com Healing Your Life class led by Pearl Rauberts; 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, $25.

Louise Hay's self-help book: "You Can Heal Your Life" has been a best seller for many years. Today we will examine some of the ideas in this book, including "Life Is really very simple: what we give out, we get back", "What we think about ourselves becomes the truth for us", "Every thought we think is creating our future", "When we really love ourselves, everything in our life works" and then we will look at how to apply these ideas in a very practical way to improve our own life. This class is suitable for those unfamiliar with the book and those who have read it. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. RSVP required: call 561-333-3372 or email 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 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 2PM-5PM. To schedule, email info@ unitedmetaphysical.org call 561-686-0217 WED/THU/FRI 10am-2pm United Metaphysical Church, 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB.

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MONDAY MAY 23 Native American Lifeways & Spirituality with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 6:30pm to 8:30pm, $35. An introduction to Native American teachings: you will learn about prayer, the Pipe, the Medicine Wheel, Medicine Shields, Inipi (sweat lodge) and how we are all related. This is an excellent introduction to Native American spirituality suitable for everyone (no previous knowledge required) and a good way to get your questions answered. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP: call 561-3333372, or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com, details at www.rauberts.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 auspicious day of brilliant light energy, establish your intentions for the next 28.5 days of your life!

Margaret Ann will call in the 7 directions using Smudge in Spray, a liquid alternative to smoking smudge. The first round of drumming is dedicated to clearing away what you don’t want. The second round of drumming creates your new reality as you focus on and imagine your life as you want it to be. ent. Write a list of intentions and bring it with you. Bring your drum or rattles if you have them (although you don’t need a drum or any experience to attend)..

Be prepared to stay for the full ceremony.

6:45 PM - 9:00 PM, $22 prepaid, The Crystal Garden, 2610 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, www.thecrystalgarden.com. Call 561-359-2836 to attend.

TUESDAY MAY 24 Soul Healing Groups in West Palm Beach and Delray. Join Marsha Valutis and Pamela Carmo for these weekly practices to learn beautiful, powerful and effective techniques to heal and transform your life. Receive Divine Soul Healing Blessings for your requests.

Feel better! 7:30 – 9:30 pm, $10 - $20 Love Offering, every Tuesday evening at different locations. Join Marsha at Joanne Francis Medi-

cal Esthetics, 911 Village Blvd, Ste 807. Call 321-749-1084. Join Pamela for location for WPB. Call 561-789-8029.

pp. North Palm Beach Recreation Center, 603 Anchorage Dr. N.P.B. 561-841-3386 to reserve.

Webcast: Vibrational Matching: Crystals and Essential Oils with Margaret Ann Lembo.

Everything is energy. All energy vibrates and creates your reality. Learn how to use vibrational matching to shift your reality to line up with and create the life of your dreams. 12:00 – 1:00 PM, $20 presented through The Crystal Garden. Attend ONLINE! Sign up here: http:// bit.ly/mlvibrational

Native American Drum Making workshop with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 6:00pm to 9:00pm. $165 for octagonal drum ($105 deposit) or $195 for round drum ($135 deposit); materials deposit must be paid by Thursday May 12. You will make your own Native American style hand drum and learn drum etiquette; all materials are provided for you including animal hide and frames made

by Grandfather Rick. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. RSVP required: call 561333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail. com; details at www.rauberts.com

Spiritual Awakening 101 led by Rev. Pearl Rauberts; 6:30pm to 8:30pm, $20. We will look at why we reincarnate, what karma is, what it means to be on a spiritual journey, what spiritual awakening is and why "bad" things happen to "good" people. There will be a clear explanation on the difference between psychic and spiritual. Includes Q and A session and the evening is designed to be informal so that you get your own questions on Spiritual Awakening answered. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Please RSVP: call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

WEDNESDAY MAY 25 “THE LIFE CHANGING MAGIC OF TIDYING UP” CLASS Based on the New York Times Best Seller, “The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up” by Marie Kondo, this class will teach “life changing” and revolutionary decluttering/organizing tips of the KonMari method. Be prepared to be motivated to clear your clutter and enjoy the magic of a tidy home! May 4-June 8. Cost: $89 for 6-week class or $20 drop-in. First meeting FREE to newcomers! Meets 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Recovery Team Center, 450 Northlake Blvd, North Palm Beach. Call Kathy Andio, M. ED, Professional Organizer, at 561.236.4298 to register or email at organizer@letcluttergo.com.

Freedom From Stress 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays Experience the ancient Raja Yoga Meditation. This wisdom from the ages enables the soul to maintain happiness and peace no matter what the challenge. FREE. Delray Beach. Contact: 561-843-2296 www.brahmakumaris.org 10-11:00am Meditation Class. Dr. Dave, certified psychologist and hypnotherapist will discuss different types of meditation, and conduct a guided meditation with the class. Learn how meditation can change your life! $10.00

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FRIDAY MAY 27 The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® Level 1 - Self Care Training - *18 CEU available. Dates: MAY 27-29 2016.

Times: Friday 10-6pm, Saturday 10-6pm, Sunday 10-2pm. Location: Agape Healing Arts Health & Wellness Center. 385 Tequesta Drive Suite 4 Tequesta FL 33469. This 2 & 1/2 day class prepares the student to perform The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® on him/herself onlyCall for more info 561-76-AGAPE www.AgapeHealingArts.

Love Peace Harmony World Family Gathering Friday, May 20th 7 – 9:30 pm

Join Master Geho and local Soul Healers to chant for World Peace and Love Peace and Harmony for all humanity, animals, our loved ones, and all souls. Learn about opportunities to serve our community and the Love Peace and Harmony mission in Florida.

Join us for a pot luck supper, chanting, and more.

at Cafe of Life,

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

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Lose weight and feel great with Meng's Acupuncture Summer Weight Loss Program. 10 am to 12 pm Meng's Acupuncture Medical Center - 4060 PGA Blvd Suite 202, PBG FL 33410.

Acupuncture is also known to normalize physiological functions, stimulate the immune system, relieve drug and alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and aid weight loss.Today receive 20% off a Weight Loss Treatment.

Butterfly Walk 11:00 a.m. Join us on a walking tour through one of South Florida’s last remaining hardwood hammocks. There will be several species of butterflies to observe and identify as you learn which plants attract these winged wonders to your backyard. Reservations required, visitors should bring binoculars or rent them in the Gift Shop. Free with Park admission, for more information and reservations call (561) 624-6952.

Gallery Psychic Readings w/Deirdre Abrami Fri 7-9PM Cost $50 or $45 by 5/26 Jamar Center - jamarcenter.com 561-6302280 4595 Northlake Blvd., Ste. 107 & 111, Palm Beach Gardens bitesYin Yoga with Candle Light & Live Music led by Leslie Glickman Take your yoga practice on a 2 hour inward journey, quieting the body and mind. Surrounded by flickering candles and lulled by the musical ambience of Doug and Simm. Heather will guide you into this deeply healing practice of Yin Yoga. The Yin practice focuses on the connective tissue of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine where postures are held for several minutes at a time.

On a physical level we create space in the joints and connective tissue by learning to relax muscles; on an energetic level these poses stimulate the flow of energy through the body; on an emotional level we practice listening, letting go and connecting to our heart center coming into stillness to find peace within. Beginner & Advanced students welcome. This class is all levels and is presented in a candle lit room with live music played by Doug Tessler & Simm Gottesman. 2 hours of bliss! 6:00- 8:00pm Investment - $25 ** COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR ANGELS WORKSHOP WITH DEIRDRE ABRAMI. DO YOU BELIEVE IN ANGELS? You have Angels, and they want to communicate with you! Angels can assist you with all areas of your life…health, career, love life, purpose and more. Join Deirdre, 6th Generation Psychic & Angel Expert as she teaches you how to work specifically with the Angelic Realm; Angels, Archangels, Spirit Guides, Fairies, and Ascended Masters. Friday, May 27th from 7-9PM. $30 in Advance or $35. Jamar's Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens. TICKETS: $30 In Advance or $35.

Contact Jamar’s at 561-630-2280 or Book Online JamarCenter.

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9:00am Complimentary community class Sanborn Square (1 block north of Palmetto Park Rd on Federal Hwy) in Boca Raton yogajourney. com 561-479-7819 Mat Matterz - Yoga Chakra Flow with Mary Ann Morgan-Fried This 2 hour, detoxing, powerful chakra flow is for all levels. This workshop will explore through each chakra with asana (yoga poses) and meditation. Spiritual growth relies on balance and aligning our chakras in order to find strength, compassion, and understanding.

Looking inward can be scary, but it brings us an understanding of our journey. This workshop allows us to open ourselves deeply, take from your mat and apply to your life! Saturday

SUNDAY MAY 29 Live Channel w/Laura Mirante Sun 3-5PM Cost $25 or $20 by 5/28 Jamar Center - jamarcenter.com 561-630-2280 4595 Northlake Blvd., Ste. 107 & 111, Palm Beach Gardens Birding at MacArthur Park Sunday, May 29, 9:00 a.m. Bird lovers can join a Ranger-led educational walk identifying the many species of birds that make their home in our Park. Participants should bring binoculars or rent them in the Gift Shop. Reservations recommended, program is free with Park admission. For more information and reservations, call (561) 624-6952.

Live Channel w/Laura Mirante Join Laura Mirante as she channels the Entity Michael, The Pleiadians, the Archangels, Wayne Dyer, Gandhi, or any of our wise friends in spirit as we gain insight from the soul's point of view into our human experience. Laura will begin by channeling a message for the group and everyone will have an opportunity to interact with the soul or entity that comes through. It’s always exciting to see who brings the message! Come and Experience the Energy of the group message & unconditional love from our friends on the other-side! 3-5PM Cost $25 or $20 by 5/28 Jamar Center - jamarcenter.com 561-630-2280 4595 Northlake Blvd.,Ste. 107 & 111, Palm Beach Gardens Center for Spiritual Living Palm Beaches - Are you looking for a community where you can be yourself? Enjoy community, be authentic and make a difference at CSL.“Courage, Service and Gratitude”, with Rev. Marcia MacLean Meditation 10:00 am, Celebration 10:30 am www.cslpalmbeaches.org, 561-676-7997 GreenWise Community Room, Upstairs 11231 Legacy Ave, PBG Sunday Worship Service with guest speaker, Marsha Renee, a second year UMC seminary student and lifetime seeker of Truth who shares higher teachings of metaphysics. Come experience her uplifting message.

Healing 10:30 AM Worship Service 11:00 AM -UMC 528 S. Haverhill Road, WPB. 561-686-0217. www.unitedmetaphysical.org

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Native American Healing Drumming Circle with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 3:00pm to 5:00pm, donations honored.

Traditional Native American style drumming with hand drums, rattles and singing of Lakota Prayer songs; 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415.

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

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A Rational Basis for Spiritual Belief with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; 12:30pm to 2:30pm, $30. A rethinking of what is “rational”: should personal experience or abstract reasoning determine how we understand the universe? Where western sciences create doubt and disbelief, indigenous science understands, explains, and supports spiritual phenomena.

We will look at western v. indigenous science, our mutual history, spiritual/ religious practices, cultural/language differences and more. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. To RSVP call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com

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MONDAY MAY 30 Reiki healing private sessions with Rev Pearl Rauberts, Reiki Master, Teacher & Practitioner are available today between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm; each session is one hour and the fee is $60 per session. Pearl will channel Reiki healing to help each person: using her many years of experience, she will customize the session to meet each person's individual needs. Reiki helps heal the body, the mind and the emotions. 6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach 33415. Must RSVP ahead of time (sessions available on many other times/days also): call 561-333-3372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail. com; details at www.rauberts.com

TUESDAY MAY 31 Soul Healing Groups in West Palm Beach and Delray. Join Marsha Valutis and Pamela Carmo for these weekly practices to learn beautiful, powerful and effective techniques to heal and transform your life. Receive Divine Soul Healing Blessings for your requests. Feel better! 7:30 – 9:30 pm, $10 - $20 Love Offering, every Tuesday evening at different locations. Join Marsha at Joanne Francis Medical Esthetics, 911 Village Blvd, Ste 807. Call 321-7491084. Join Pamela for location for WPB. Call 561-789-8029 Stone People Medicine Reading with Grandfather Rick McBride, mixed blood Cherokee; these are private one on one readings available at 6:00 pm and at 7:00 pm; $50 per 45 minute reading (other days and times available also, call for details). 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. Please register ahead of time: call 561-3333372 or email pearlrauberts@hotmail.com; details at www.rauberts.com Transformational Breath® w/Jamar Tue 7-9PM Cost $40 or $35 by 5/30 Jamar Center - jamarcenter.com 561-630-2280 4595 Northlake Blvd., Ste. 107 & 111, Palm Beach Gardens Yoga Journey Events LUNCH & LEARN lead by Leslie Glickman Everything but asana. This is the one class on the Yoga Journey schedule that doesn't include movement. Come and have a lite bite as we discuss all aspects of yoga theory, philosophy and so much more. Topics change weekly. Guest teachers will be brought in for special topics as well. This is a by donation class - your dollars will go to support the Yoga Journey Teacher Training Scholarship Fund. Please help us support those who have the desire but not the financial means to become a yoga teacher.

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ART CLASSES

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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 w w w . J U I C Y C R E AT I V E S . c o m 904-377-3500

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

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

Boynton Beach Community Acupuncture is here for you six days a week.

Experience a peaceful and relaxing healing environment.

Sliding scale $15- $40. www.BoyntonBeachCA.com.

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APPLIANCE REPAIRS A-1 Qualified Appliance Repairs, Inc. Serving Palm Beach County since 1982.

We repair Air Conditioners, Refrigerators, Appliances, Water heaters. ALL MAKES AND MODELS. Licensed and Insured. Call Dion Ambrogio, Service Manager: 561-689-3529 or 561-7931304. www.DionTheWanderer.com

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DIVORCE SMART Find out what your lawyer may not tell you. Complete divorce help. Get the results you want at a fraction of the cost.

Lynne Glazer, MSW/CertifiedMediator. 413-329-5496 (free consultation). www.bestchoicedivorce.com

HEALING SERVICES HEALING CIRCLE w/ Carolyn Cohen. Come join us for a ‘Spiritual Date Night’ tm. 2nd Friday of each month @ Unity Church in the Gardens, Jupiter, 7:30- 9pm. Suggested donation $20.

For more information call Carolyn @ 561-746-4599 www.carolyncohen.net (This circle has been on-going group since 2004, all tai- lored for healing from the inside out).

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MASSAGE THERAPY Yoga & Massage Fusion Studio is a private sanctuary designed for complete relaxation and rejuvenation. MA # 32374.

Open Mon-Fri 10am-8pm by appointment only. Visit cosmicflower.com for all the details. Try our 90 min introductory special for only $99 UNHURRIED MASSAGE for relaxation and wellness, serving men, women, couples at your home/hotel. 90- min Swedish massage, OUTCALL only. Call Bill 561- 386-3560. WellingtonMassageTherapy.com, MA54553 Advanced indigenous energy medicine for whole person healing. Phone sessions: rev.bey888@gmail.com

PSYCHIC/INTUITIVE MEDIUM

SPACE AVAILABLE

STRESS MANAGEMENT

Reverend Kristina Angelgate channeled readings and healings for relationships, deceased, loved-ones, career/s, couple counseling & affirmation sessions. 99% accurate predictions. Formerly with Changing Times, WPB. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Phone sessions and inperson. www.feelbelievecreate.com email: feelbelievecreate@gmail.com or call: 561-281-8901

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 easily 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.

Heartmath® Stress Management. Build resilience, regain wellbeing and joy with science-based Heartmath® techniques and biofeedback delivered by a Certified Educator & Trainer. Adults, children and groups coaching available.

Call or text (561)222-6973 for 30-min complimentary biofeedback assessment. www.edulifeconsulting.org

SPACE WANTED Gentle spirit on healing journey looking for quiet cottage/dwelling in nature.

Jade 561-734-2211

SPACE AVAILABLE Manifest Your Vision: Our Serene Healing Arts Studio in Delray has availability for a PART-TIME or FULL-TIME practitioner at very attractive rates. Please text us for more info: 561-305-2317.

Visit us at www.holisticlivingdelray.com.

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.

WEIGHT LOSS FREE in person or telephone consultation. You can be thin, happy, and free from compulsive eating, food addiction, or bulimia. Visit DouglasSchooler.com and contact Dr. Schooler, Licensed Psychologist, at DrSchooler@outlook.com or 561-395-3033.

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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

SARAH SMITH, AP, DIPL. OM

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

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

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LEARNING IMPROVEMENT CENTER, LLC

Wes Beach, LMT, CBIT 301 Camino Gardens Blvd, #204 Boca Raton, FL 33432 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. MA45714 - MM34750

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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ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE THE HEALING CENTER FOR ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 16244 S. Military Trail Suite 120 Delray Beach, FL 33484 Phone: 561-498-1414 Website: www.elishea.com doctoresther@att.net

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Dr. Esther Elisha, AP, MD (Israel) 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.

BIOFEEDBACK / NEUROFEEDBACK 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.

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE MOVING YOUNGER INSTITUTE, LLC Sherry Berjeron M.AmSAT 40 years expertise teaching and training Now in the Boca Raton & Pompano Area 916-812-8915 sherry@movingyounger.com www.movingyounger.com

Alexander Technique has been helping students for over 150 years with *Chronic Pain *Peak Performance *Postural Coordination *Presence and *Prevention. Move and Feel Younger As You Age with this very simple but profound process. I will teach you skills and principles that you will become very proficient at, to be able to use anytime, any moment and any where in your daily life and special skills. You will learn to get to the Cause of your Chronic back and neck pain and learn how to Stop It versus Managing any Vulnerability “People do not decide their futures, they decide their habits and their habits decide their futures.”-F.M. Alexander

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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

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COLON HYDROTHERAPY 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/THERAPY KAREN KAYE

Holistic Psychotherapist, LMHC 2625 Weston Road, Weston, FL 33331 954-384-1217 www.KarenKayeTherapist.com If talking about your problems hasn’t worked for you.... The transformational process that I teach will offer you awareness, alternatives, and action. Specialties include Transitional Issues, Depression/ Anxiety, Pre/Post Divorce, SelfWorth Issues, Unhealthy Patterns/ Addictions, Marital Conflict. 30 Years Experience.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY LISA UPLEDGER, DC, FIAMA

Upledger Center for Integrative Therapy 900 E Indiantown Road, suite 310 Jupiter Fl 33477 561 746 5232 drlisaupledger@yahoo.com Combining Chiropractic, CranioSacral Therapy, Medicupping and using Acupuncture to enhance these treatments in a unique approach for addressing pain and dis-ease in the body, in practice for over 30 years, trained by my late husband founder and creator of CST Dr. John Upledger. Currently accepting patients. Also doing workshops with 4 therapists at my office to deepen and enhance CST skills and knowledge. Call 561-746-5232 to schedule an appointment or for information about the workshops.

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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 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

FITNESS TRAINING 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 www.bocamed.com www.facebook.com/bocaimaginewellness * Functional and Integrative Medicine * Age Management Medicine * Healthy Lifestyle Management * Weight Loss Programs *Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy Call 561/994-2007 to attend a free seminar on Stress, Hormones & Health: The True Cause of Belly Fat.

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HOLISTIC BABY SWIMMING LIFESTYLE SWIM SCHOOL Gentle, Holistic, Mindful, Swim Classes Infants, Toddlers, Pre-schoolers Mommy'n'Me

Rob and Kathy McKay, Directors Florida Atlantic University, Boca Campus www.lifestyleswimschool.com

35 years as the USA’s foremost gentle swim instruction. Keynote speakers this year at Cambridge University at global baby swimming conference. Specializing in ages 3 months thru 5 years old. Rob and Kathy focus on combining Reiki, water learning, play and laughter in group classes where mindful water parenting is fostered along with infant/toddler/preschool swim skills and safety.

Think Montessori and Waldorf but in a pool! Love the water for a lifetime and all while honoring the child’s spirit...non-traumatic, no tears, no forced back float, no screaming! Water is healing! Join the fun!

HOLISTIC HAIR SALON

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

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

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

“ 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.

IBANA VILLAS ENOR

Master holistic hair stylist 881 E Palmetto Pard Rd, Boca Raton, FL www.HairHolistic.com HairHolistic@gmail.com 561 372 5354 Inspirational Studio with personalizd hair services and holistic products 100% lead-free henna and herbals with excellent gray coverage, coconut oil treatment, hair and scalp detox, vegan gloss, organic hybrid hair color, No ppd’s, no/ low ammonia, Formaldehyde- free smoothing systems. Call today and schedule a consult.

HOLISTIC HEALING

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.

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.

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

Cheryl Sullivan, C.Ht. 301 Camino Gardens Blvd, #204 Boca Raton, FL 33432 561-395-2727 www.InceptionPointInstitute.com

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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.

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.

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INCEPTION POINT INSTITUTE

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-and-a-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.

HOMEOPATHY

HEALING HEART

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

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

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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.

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INTERNAL MEDICINE AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE WEISS WELLNESS MD

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

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

LIFE COACH MICHELE LANDERS & ASSOCIATES Board Certified Life Coach Certified Hypnotherapist Certified Numerologist Author of The Tao of Numbers and The Year of Living Miraculously Email: michelelanders@bellsouth.net 954-444-6955

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.

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

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

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MEDITATION

PSYCHIC/INTUITIVE HEALER

SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY

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.

ORTHO-BIONOMY® YINI PEREL, LMT

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

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

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

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

A smile is like an instant facelift and an instant mood lift. ~Christie Brinkley

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DR. DEBORAH ARMENTI

Dr. Deborah Armenti www.amysticalage.com Empower Yourself Holistic, Healer/ Health Coach Life/ Relationship Guide Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 954-802-3477 email: amysticalage@yahoo.com *Psychic Readings *Medical Intuitive* Medium *Clairvoyant* Consultant* Medium* Astrologer* Numerologist* Reiki* Guidance that helps you with when, what and why of past experiences. Guidance in present situation; answers to why 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

RECONNECTIVE HEALING 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 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 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.

SHAMANISM AND ENERGY HEALING

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.

SOUND AND LIGHT 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 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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YOGA

YOUR HEALING PLACE

YOGA CENTER OF DEERFIELD BCH

827 SE 9th St, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 954-427-2353 cell: 561-859-5512 www.YogaCenterDB.com www.TeachingYogaDeeper.com Become a Yoga Teacher RYT200 N e w : A d v a n c e d Tr a i n i n g RYT500. Most experienced staff in South Florida. RYT500 starts May 13th; RYT200 starts September 25th. Regular classes everyday!

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

Yoga & Massage Fusion Studio is a private sanctuary designed for complete relaxation and rejuvenation. MA # 32374. Open Mon-Fri 10am-8pm by appointment only.

Visit cosmicflower.com for all the details. Try our 90 min introductory special for only $99.

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

COMMUNICATING ENERGY WELLNESS CENTER

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

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

Your Healing Place, 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

People may hear your words, but they feel your attitude. ~John C. Maxwell

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WELNESS 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

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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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Palm Beach Acupuncture

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