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appy November! I can’t believe we are entering into the last two months of 2015. Where does the time go? It seems to be passing faster and faster and there are so many moments I want to savor without them speeding by. I have two years left before my high school junior, Davis, heads off to college, and only four more years with my younger son, Sy. There is so much I still want to do, share and enjoy with them before they are more independent and less connected. I have heard that time seems to go by more quickly as we age because each year becomes a smaller percentage of our lives. When I was 10, one year was 1/10th of my life. At 44, one year is a mere 1/44th. It makes sense, but at the same time it’s a hard concept for me to wrap my head around. Bottom line, the lesson is to enjoy. To savor each precious moment with family and friends, in beautiful places, contemplating interesting (or even mundane) thoughts, engaging in stimulating conversation, reading good books, enjoying some downtime… The magic of enjoying life, every fleeting moment of it, is to simply be in each moment of it. Not rehashing the past or worrying about the future, but fully experiencing the here and now. Often easier said than done, I know. However, by just having the awareness and intention, we can begin to make subtle changes in our ability to be more mindful which can positively affect our often hectic, over-planned and over-scheduled lives. Helen M. Luke so aptly states it in her poem, “Important” –

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TO BETTER FITNESS

Ballet-Inspired Workouts Create Long and Lean Muscles by Lynda Bassett

18 TRUE WEALTH

Living a Life We Love is Real Affluence by Judith Fertig

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22 HAPPY FEASTING TO ALL

Tasty Rituals that Deepen the Holiday Spirit by Lane Vail

24 SHARING OUR BOUNTY Food Drives Need Healthy Donations by Avery Mack

25 GRATEFUL FOR EVERYTHING

Create an Attitude of Gratitude All Day Long by Mary Lynn Ziemer

26 CHOOSING THE PERFECT PET

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29 WHAT’S YOUR

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Six Ways to Raise Emotional Intelligence by Teal Swan

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unless Splash Organic Airbrush Tanning is a new mobile airbrush tanning business located in Chesterfield County. Owner Cassie Gibbons, a certified airbrush technician, travels to clients’ personal residences or events, such as weddings. The tanning solution she uses is from Sjolie Sunless, a California Cassie Gibbons company, which consists of 100 percent organic DHA (ECOCERT certified) and other naturally derived ingredients, and is vegan-approved by PETA. The solution, derived from non-GMO sugar beets and sugar cane, imparts a natural brown color. Sunless Splash offers a variety of solutions, allowing customers to choose their own look, from sun-kissed to dark. Unlike a booth-spray tan, an airbrush technician’s tan will look more natural because they can adapt to the contours of the body, resulting in more even coverage and a more natural look. Indoor tanning beds are banned in Brazil and most of Australia due to negative impacts on health. Sunless Splash offers a healthier alternative for individuals seeking natural color without exposure to ultraviolet rays. For appointments, call 719-205-0755 or visit Facebook.com/ SunlessSplash. See ad, page 26.

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Local Executive Receives International Recognition

r. Nelson Marquina, MSc, Ph.D., DC, president of USA Laser Biotech, Inc. and contributor to the book, Pain Relief and Healing with Lasers: Dental Protocols of Laser Treatments, will receive recognition for his efforts at award ceremonies in Osaka, Japan, on November 15 and Tokyo on November 22. The book documents techniques and case studies of the Italian-made Lumix 2-45W laser, distributed in Japan and the United States by USA Laser Biotech. The consensus is that the laser is revolutionizing the treatment of craniofacial pain and periodontal disease for today’s dental health providers. Marquina, a former senior scientist at NASA/Johnson Space Center and former director of research at Logan University, conducts seminars and research presentations in laser photobiomodulation and photobiology in Asia, the U.S. and South America. Location: 9210 Forest Hill Ave., Ste. B-3. For more information, call 877-423-6169 or visit USALaser.us. See listing, page 39.

New Acupuncture Endeavors in RVA

ohn Kang, Huiwen Liu and Satori Poch are joining their Traditional Chinese Medicine practices into Richmond Acupuncture and Wellness, located at 3900 Springfield Road, in Glen Allen. With more than 40 (L-R) Huiwen Liu, John Kang, years of combined experiSatori Poch ence in the field, they offer acupuncture, herbal medicine, qigong and massage. For appointments, call 804-774-7118 or visit AcupunctureRichmond.com.

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Lisa Hawkey, PharmD

We are proud to welcome Lisa Hawkey, PharmD, to Richmond and South River Compounding Pharmacy. Lisa has joined our professional staff as a Consulting/Compounding Pharmacist, who specializes in BHRT consulting.

Kang is also repurposing part of his martial arts school as a community acupuncture clinic at 1909 West Cary Street. Evenings will feature new taiji and qigong classes. He will hold an open house on November 13, with a free qigong class at 6:30 p.m. and free acupuncture at 7:30 p.m.

Ladies, if you are looking for an expert in hormonal issues please call to schedule a personal consult with Lisa today!

For more information, call 804-513-4408 or visit AznHealth.com.

Ayurvedic Counseling with Kay Franz

ay Franz, a recent graduate of the Himalayan Institute Advanced Ayurveda Yoga Specialist program, is now accepting appointments for private Ayurveda consultations and Ayurveda educational workshops. “Based on your own unique nature, Ayurveda recommends lifestyle and dietary practices to (L) Kay Franz support improved health and wellbeing,” says Franz. “As an Ayurveda Yoga Specialist, I am trained to assist individuals in assessing their daily routines, their current diet and lifestyle practices. Working with a client, I can help identify ways to bring greater health and balance into their life. In collaboration with a client, recommendations may include healthy daily routines, food and nutrition, yoga or other exercises, breathing practices and supportive spiritual practices like meditation.” Ayurveda, known as Yoga’s sister science, is a 5,000year-old system of healing. It examines physical constitution, emotional nature and spiritual outlook in the context of the elemental qualities of the natural universe. Ayurveda sees each of us as a unique blend of those qualities and makes assessments accordingly. For appointments, call 804-305-6374 or email KHFranz@ mac.com. See listing, page 36.

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alia Moser, a local reflexologist since 1995, has relocated her business, Relaxation by the Foot, to the Acupuncture Clinic of Richmond, located at 4801 Hermitage Road, Suite 101. Moser, certified through the International Institute of Reflexology, offers Ingham Method reflexology treatments in half-hour and Talia Moser full-hour sessions. Reflexology is a noninvasive, pressure point therapy that stimulates better circulation to the entire body and specific glands and organs. The 30-minute session is a stress-buster and detoxifier. The 60-minute session includes hands and induces a deeply restful state, boosts the immune system, improves circulation to glands and organs and relaxes tight muscles. “This is very rejuvenating to hardworking, driving and keyboarding hands. The foot work can relieve low back stress from sitting,” says Moser. She begins each session by wrapping the feet in a hot towel and then applies a dot of essential oil to the soles. The benefits of the oil travel through the system to reach the brain in 20 minutes for a total sense of well-being. For more information, call 804-399-3353 or visit TaliaMoser. com. See listing, page 41.

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American Holistic Nurses Association Regional Conference

regional conference of the American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA), Holistic Self-Care: Your Secret Power for Enhancing Patient Care, will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., November 14, at the Georgetown University Hotel and Conference Center, in Washington, D.C. Participants will learn about self-care and why it is essential to personal thriving and quality patient care. Peggy Burkhardt, Ph.D., a past president of the AHNA, will be the keynote speaker. Burkhardt has been a holistic nurse for more than 25 years and practiced as a family nurse practitioner. She is a current associate professor emerita at the West Virginia University School of Nursing, Charleston Division, and has published many articles, chapters and books related to holistic nursing ethics and spirituality. The event is open to the general public.

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Registration is $150 before Nov. 9 and $175 after, and includes continental breakfast, lunch and six continuing nursing education units. Register at ahna.org/cne. For more information, call 800-278-2462.

Well Into Life Massage and Bodywork Expands

arey Phillips, Certified Massage Therapist, Eden Energy Medicine Certified Practitioner and founder of Well Into Life, has acquired James River Massage Therapy and merged the two practices. “I am passionate about empowering individuals on their healing journey. The therapists at James River Massage also believe in the power of massage therapy and other compatible holistic modalities to provide relief and support, so it’s a natural fit,” says Phillips. By selecting talented therapists with a shared passion for helping clients find a balanced state of health, Phillips has created a practice that offers an expanded schedule of massage and complementary services with sessions available seven days a week. Location: 3001 Hungary Spring Rd., Ste. C. For more information, call 804-818-8821 or visit WellIntoLife.com. See listing, page 38.

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on Secours St. Francis Medical Center will celebrate A Decade of Difference, marking its 10th anniversary, with a 5K Fun Fest from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., November 7, on the hospital grounds. Everyone is welcome to

walk, jog or run. Wellness-focused medical groups will distribute the latest information about sports performance, orthopedics, heart health, women and children’s wellness and senior services. Free health screenings will also be available. There will be crafts for the kids, face painters, balloon artists and music with a live DJ. Children will have a blast with Bon Secours’ Movin’ Mania, which offers obstacle courses, a hydration station, fitness games and important health education on moving and staying active. This fun-filled day of entertainment includes cooking demonstrations and food samples from the Bon Secours Class-A-Roll mobile kitchen. There will also be food trucks on hand with delicious fare to satisfy every palate. Location: 13710 St. Francis Blvd., Midlo. For more information and to register, visit Virginia.BonSecours.com/ st-francis-5K-fun-fest.

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Margaret LaPierre, of Skin Therapy of Virginia, has received certification in osteopathy for facial esthetics from the London College of Osteopathy. Skin Therapy of Virginia employs an integrative approach to skin care, using a unique combination of aesthetics, nutrition, aromatherapy, traditional skin care and holistic medicine to address skin concerns. Location: 2817 N. Parham Rd., Ste. 201. For appointments, call 804-864-1226 or visit skintherapyofvirginia.com. See ad, page 21.

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Dr. Olivia Hart has joined the staff at Richmond Family Dentistry, the practice of Dr. Cheryl Billingsley. With the addition, office hours will be increased to make it more convenient for patients to schedule dental appointments. Hart, a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry, has practiced her entire career in the Richmond area. She has extensive knowledge in all aspects of dentistry, (L-R) Dr. Olivia Hart, including the areas of holistic and biological Dr. Cheryl Billingsley dentistry and she has a particular interest in cosmetic dentistry. Following her belief in giving back to the community, Hart has participated in numerous mission trips.

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Kassia Arbabi has joined the team at Nimbus Massage, offering neuromuscular therapy, Swedish massage, polarity therapy and hot stone massage. She works with clients that want to manage chronic pain, heal from an injury or relieve the symptoms of stress. Arbabi completed her training at the Florida School of Massage and recently moved to Richmond.

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Local artist, author, activist and art teacher Susan Singer has written and illustrated a new book, Birth Affirmations, that offers the expectant mother 69 affirmations, or positive statements of belief, to help her develop an empowered, positive mindset for giving birth and being with her precious baby. The affirmations are accompanied by 29 drawings that evoke a sense of the sacred and profound nature of new life. Singer says, “This book is a guide, a support, a tool, a reminder of just how amazing she is and how perfect the birthing process is, no matter what.” The book is available on Amazon.com and BirthAffirmationsBook.com. NARichmond.com

Boulders Acupuncture and Natural Healthcare welcomes Master Aesthetician Marsha Hauck to the practice, offering facials, dermaplaning, waxing and brow and lash tinting. In addition, Amanda Staton, NCMT, has completed advanced coursework in Thai Body Work and offers 90-minute sessions. Along with Hauck and Staton, three additional staff members complete the Boulders team. Corrine Gutierrez, L.Ac, MSOM, offers acupuncture for healthcare and pain management, as well as the acupuncture facelift. Roni Mattera, CMT, offers acupressure, Reiki and massage sessions and facial acupressure. Anne Ferrucci, NCMT, specializes in geriatric and relaxation massage.

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Having Gratitude Yields More Happiness than Having Things

wo studies from Baylor University have confirmed that materialism can lead to feeling less satisfied with life, while a sense of gratitude reverses some of the negative effects of the pursuit of things. The research, led by Professor James Roberts, Ph.D., included questionnaires sent to 246 marketing students from another university, focusing on happiness and satisfaction with a 15-minute survey that included a 15-point materialism scale. The study found that individuals that focused on achieving material goals were less satisfied with their lives, less happy and had lower self-esteem. Meanwhile, the study found that grateful students found more meaning in their lives and felt a greater sense of satisfaction. “Individuals high in gratitude showed less of a relationship between materialism and its negative affect. Additionally, individuals high in materialism showed decreased life satisfaction when either gratitude or positive affect was low,” note the researchers.

Animal Friends Soothe Autistic Children

ccording to the Centers for Disease Control, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) now affects about 1 in every 68 children in the U.S., up from 1 in 150 in 2000. This includes 1 in 42 boys and 1 in 189 girls. Contact with animals may help ameliorate this troubling trend. A recent study of 114 children between 5 and 12 years old has found that autistic children having greater contact with animals have less anxiety related to social situations. The research was led by Marguerite O’Haire, Ph.D., from the Center for the Human-Animal Bond at the College of Veterinary Medicine of Purdue University, in West Lafayette, Indiana. Colleagues from the School of Psychology at the University of Queensland, in Brisbane, Australia, also participated in the study. The researchers divided the 114 children into 38 groups of three. Each group had one ASD child and two children without ASD. Skin conductance, which provides an objective way for researchers to gauge social anxiety, was measured among the children as they read silently and aloud. As expected, skin conductance was significantly higher among the ASD children as they read aloud in front of their peers. In successive sessions, when researchers introduced pet guinea pigs for the children to pet prior to their readings, the ASD children’s skin conductance levels dropped significantly. “Previous studies suggest that in the presence of companion animals, children with autism spectrum disorders function better socially,” says James Griffin, Ph.D., of the Child Development and Behavior Branch of the U.S. National Institutes of Health. “This study provides physiological evidence that the proximity of animals eases the stress that children with autism may experience in social situations.”

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BRAINLYMPHATIC DISCOVERY MAY HASTEN SCIENCE

study at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine has found that the brain is directly connected to the body’s immune system through a previously unknown set of lymphatic vessels. The discovery furthers the understanding for medical scientists of how the brain’s immune system works. While it’s been known for decades that lymphatic vessels transport immune cells through the rest of the body, confirming that this also occurs within the brain has been elusive. The discovery is attributed to Antoine Louveau, Ph.D., a postdoctoral fellow at UVA. He says, “It changes entirely the way we perceive the neuro-immune interaction. We always perceived it before as something esoteric that can’t be studied, but now we can ask mechanistic questions.” According to researchers, physicians can now examine the physical connection between the immune system and the brain instead of only studying how the brain responds to immune issues; it might also improve how diseases like Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, autism and others are understood and treated.

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CLOVES INHIBIT CANCER GROWTH

esearch from China has determined that cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) inhibit the growth of several cancers. Researchers tested an extract of whole cloves against several types of human cancer cells, including those of ovarian, cervical, liver, colon, breast and pancreatic cancers. Published in the journal Oncology Research, the test used an incubation system that simulated the ability of these cancer cells to grow within the body. The researchers found that the clove extract stopped such development. The active constituents they identified within the clove extracts include oleanolic acid and eugenol. “Clove extract may represent a novel therapeutic herb for cancer treatment, and oleanolic acid is one of the components responsible for part of its antitumor activity,” the researchers commented. Cloves, one of the oldest medicinal spices, have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for many centuries.

HOSPICE CARE ADDS MONTHS FOR CANCER PATIENTS

esearchers from Houston’s MD Anderson Cancer Center determined that hospice care significantly increases survival rates among patients with metastatic (stage IV) melanoma, a difficult-to-treat form of cancer that occurs when melanoma cells have spread through the lymph nodes to other parts of the body. The study’s authors followed 862 metastatic melanoma cancer patients. Of these, 523 patients received one to three days of hospice care, 114 patients received four or more days and 225 people received no hospice care through their survival period. Those that received four or more days had an average survival period, which typically dates from the original diagnosis, of 10.2 months, while those that received none averaged 6.1 months. In addition, the end-of-life hospital costs for those receiving the most hospice visits were nearly half of what was incurred by patients not receiving hospice attention.

MISTLETOE EXTRACT BENEFITS PANCREATIC CANCER PATIENTS

study published in the European Journal of Cancer revealed that a mistletoe extract may lengthen life for patients with severe pancreatic cancer. German researchers tested 220 patients with a dvanced stage pancreatic cancer, an aggressive, often fatal disease. The patients were divided into two groups; one was given up to 10 milligrams of Viscum album (European mistletoe) three times a week for up to 12 months. Both groups received supportive care throughout the study period. The average length of survival for those taking the mistletoe extract, 4.8 months, was nearly twice that of the other group, 2.7 months; a survival period typically dates from the original diagnosis. Within a group considered to have a good prognosis, the survival period for those that consumed the extract, averaging 6.6 months, was more than double that of the no-extract group, which averaged 3.2 months. natural awakenings

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Agricultural Drones May Boost Sustainability Beginning November 15, farmers will be able to implement flying drones to perform important tasks in their fields. That’s when changes in Federal Aviation Administration regulations will loosen many of the current restrictions on this new technology. Advocates believe the devices can improve precision agriculture management that uses GPS and data collection to boost crop yields and profits while aiding water conservation. For the first time, the drones will be operated legally during an entire growing season, allowing companies to test their business models and technologies together. This boost in crop intelligence should make farms more efficient and help smaller operations compete with well-funded big agribusiness conglomerates whose fields are typically rife with genetically modified (GMO) crops. “This is the first year we’ll actually be able to see, by the time the growing season is over, the impact on the farmer and the impact of the quality of the grapes,” says David Baeza, whose precision agriculture startup Vine Rangers uses drones and ground robots to gather data on vineyard crops. “The biggest thing to watch is what’s going to happen to giants like Monsanto. How you define this market is changing, and the incumbents are in for a battle.” Source: Fortune magazine

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Global Rise Bolsters Sustainability On November 15, thousands of events in communities nationwide will celebrate America Recycles Day (America RecyclesDay.org). A program run by national nonprofit Keep America Beautiful since 2006, the event is dedicated to promoting recycling in the U.S. via special material collection drives and educational activities. Materials available to groups include advice on setting up collectibles stations and customizable templates for promoting activities to increase recycling awareness, commitment and local action. There’s plenty of room to grow: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that the amount of waste that the average citizen composts or recycles has increased from 17 percent in 1990 to 33 percent today. Some other countries have been conducting their own national programs longer. For the 19th year, Australia will celebrate a weeklong National Recycling Week (RecyclingWeek.PlanetArk.org) in November. More than 90 percent of Aussies feel it’s the right thing to do. Recycle Now (RecycleNow.com), England’s national program, supported and funded by the government and implemented by 90 percent of municipalities, conducts its annual weeklong program in June. Organizers contend that six out of 10 citizens now describe themselves as committed recyclers, compared to fewer than half when the campaign launched in 2004. Germany also celebrates recycling for two days in June; many other countries do so in July. 14

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Countries are gradually banning the use of Monsanto Roundup herbicide around the world as a danger to the environment and human health, and Bermuda is one of the latest to join the ranks. These moves come soon after a recently published metastudy conducted by the World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer published in The Lancet Oncology determined that glyphosate, the main ingredient in Roundup, is probably carcinogenic to humans. Colombia stopped using Roundup to kill illegal coca plants. France banned the sale to homeowners, and Germany is poised to do the same. A group of 30,000 Argentine physicians are calling for a ban there, where it’s blamed for boosting birth defects and cancer. Others, including the Brazilian federal prosecutor, are demanding that Roundup’s active ingredient, glyphosate, be pulled off the shelves. In the U.S., the Institute for Responsible Technology (IRT) is assisting efforts in cities, counties and school systems to enact immediate bans of glyphosate-based sprays. IRT is also calling for schools to measure the amount of glyphosate residues in school meals and to take steps to eliminate them if found. Source: EcoWatch

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Pay Tied to Sustainability While sustainability is often categorized as a long-term strategy to mitigate both corporate reputational and financial risk, a small but growing number of companies are beginning to tie environmental goals to executive compensation. That means leaders of participating firms now must weigh operational variables such as greenhouse gas emissions against short-term financial outcomes. In a report published by Sustainalytics and the sustainability nonprofit Ceres, 24 percent of the 613 largest publicly traded companies have now tied sustainability to executive compensation, up from 15 percent in 2012. “At the end of the day, people are motivated by their pocketbooks,” says Veena Ramani, Ceres senior director of corporate programs. “I think investors have come to recognize that if you want companies to take this stuff seriously, you’re going to have to link it to people’s compensation.” The shift is part of a broader push to tie corporate social responsibility areas such as environmental, social and governance metrics, as well as labor and local community impacts, to core business models.

Making the most of the original spirit and intention of the season’s holiday of gratitude feeds mind, body and spirit. Consider these happy and healthy choices. Turkey: Free-range and organic gobblers are less likely to carry diseases and contain synthetic additives. Heritage turkeys are raised outdoors, freely roam pastures, are genetically diverse and eat the varied diet that nature intended (SustainableTable.org). Spare a bird: Turkey alternatives include fun, seasonal staples such as vegetable lasagna, butternut ravioli and acorn squash filled with onions, beans and dried fruits. Beverages: Serving locally made apple cider, beer or wine supports local farmers and businesses, plus avoids the carbon footprint that distant choices incur in transport. Festive preparations: Refrain from using Styrofoam, as it isn’t recyclable and can emit chemicals when meeting up with hot turkey; use washable cloth napkins instead of paper brands that go to the incinerator or landfill; and ask guests to bring a container to take leftovers home to avoid food waste. Get kids involved: Tinyurl.com/GreenThanksgivingTips suggests giving children construction paper that can be made into decorations and recycled later. Baker’s clay, a mixture of flour, salt and water, can also be molded into creative pieces. Revive the traditional atmosphere: The first Thanksgiving was a communal affair, so invite neighbors to join family members. Besides enhancing friendships, their proximity reduces auto emissions by keeping them off the road or encouraging shorter trips. Honor peace and brotherhood across all races and ethnicities by sharing with guests the essence of the first successful summer harvest by pilgrims in 1621. According to Listening to America, by Stuart Berg Flexner, members of the Native American Wampanoags were also invited to the celebration because the tribe had taught them to plant native Indian corn, a key to recovery after their first difficult winter. Perhaps read a passage from the Iroquois Thanksgiving Prayer, encouraging us to “return to our mother, the Earth, which sustains us.” Visit Tinyurl.com/IroquoisThanksgiving.

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Tweet Treats Trim a Tree, Feed the Birds

From December 14 through January 5, citizen scientists of all ages will participate in the National Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count (Tinyurl.com/AudubonCount), the country’s longest-running wildlife census. Audubon and other organizations use the data collected by volunteers to monitor population trends and guide conservation efforts. Whether or not families plan to help Audubon volunteers keep track of feathered visitors, they might consider providing backyard birds with gifts of food during the winter, when natural food sources can be scarce. Adorning outdoor trees with edible decorations can also help brighten landscapes, reduce kitchen scraps, creatively involve children in nature and make yards more bird-friendly. Salvage citrus rinds for feeders. Poke holes along the edge of hollowed halves of grapefruit and orange peels and run twine through them so they can hang from a branch. Fill with bird seed or suet. Create ornaments from bread heels or stale loaves. After cutting out shapes with a cookie cutter, spread them with unsalted nut butter and cover with birdseed. Bagels, rice cakes and pinecones can be frosted and sprinkled in the same way. Avoid using anything moldy. For more colorful ornaments, hang orange and apple slices. Drape edible garland around tree branches. Thread unsalted popcorn (stale popcorn strings more easily), fresh cranberries, citrus slices, unshelled peanuts, dried apples or grapes into a garland. Use natural string, wool or raffia for hanging decorations. Wild Birds Unlimited suggests selecting these materials so they can be used by birds as nesting materials in the spring. Collect seed heads and berries to tuck among the branches. According to the National Wildlife Federation, good food sources include seed heads from flowers such as goldenrod, sunflower, coneflower, sumac and mullein; seed heads from grasses such as millet, wheat, foxtail and switchgrass; and berries on sprigs of holly, juniper, cedar, hawthorn and mountain ash. Make sure decorations are hung on a tree or shrub near a window so the whole family can enjoy watching the wildlife they attract. Contributing source: The Humane Society

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Support the Pivotal Paris Climate Change Conference As part of its Off + On initiative and ongoing efforts to get governments and businesses worldwide to address climate change and switch to renewable energy sources, 350.org and affiliated organizations will spearhead a number of events in the host city and internationally surrounding the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference, in Paris, from November 30 to December 11. Bill McKibben and May Boeve, co-founders of 350.org, encourage everyone to particularly follow November 28 and 29 events working to influence summit participants and spread news of their stance through social media. Volunteers are encouraged to travel to Paris to help ask all attending government officials, politicians and business leaders to pledge to work toward divesting state and local government and university pension and endowment funds of all fossil fuel stock holdings. In addition, individual investors are urged to direct their financial advisors to eliminate fossil fuel stock holdings and switch to alternative energy companies. Graduates and college students can promote a movement to pressure their alma maters to similarly shift investments. More than 300 institutions worldwide have already made such commitments, including the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Norwegian Soverign Wealth Fund, University of Glascow, World Council of Churches, the California Public University System and Syracuse University. For more information on how to take action, donate and join in, visit 350.org.

everyone wants to come to a class and see what it’s about.” “Seniors love it because barre helps improve their balance. It’s also perfect for people working to overcome injuries,” says Juliet. She notes that while women are predominant in classes, the tide is turning a bit toward more gender equity. “Men that enter classes as skeptical come out sweating.” One recently earned his barre teaching certificate.

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magine having a ballerina’s physique, grace, strength and flexibility. That’s the potential of barre. “Barre is a combination of ballet, yoga and Pilates principles. We use small, isometric movements to temporarily fatigue muscles and make them long and lean. The so-called fatigue is what causes muscles to shake, and therefore, change,” explains Nadia Yokarini-Kotsonis, a certified barre instructor at Physique Fitness Studio, in Grove City, Ohio. Students use a ballet barre to support themselves while doing the exercises. Yokarini-Kotsonis is among many former dancers that have embraced barre fitness. Trained in ballet, tap, contemporary and traditional dance in Athens, Greece, she discovered barre when she moved to the U.S. “I fell in love with how challenging it was and the effects and changes I saw in my body. I got certified a year later and have been teaching ever since. I’m still in love

with practicing it, no matter how tired I might be beforehand,” she says. Rather than a cardiovascular regimen, “Barre is good for developing core strength. You gain overall flexibility, muscle strength, improved posture and range of motion,” says Lisa Juliet, West Coast regional director of the teacher certification program (Barre Certification.com).

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While barre has had some U.S. presence since the 1950s, “It’s having a resurgence now,” says Charlene Causey, a certified natural health professional and ballet body barre instructor in Pueblo, Colorado. Newfound interest began on both coasts and is quickly becoming a Midwest mainstay, according to YokariniKotsonis, who says it’s one of the most popular classes she teaches, and other studios are following suit. She remarks, “Everyone wants to offer barre, and

“What makes this workout brilliant is that the classes are designed to fit the goals and ability levels of all participants. Each set of exercises provides options ranging from the beginner to the more advanced barre enthusiast. Effective, yet safe, low-impact techniques provide ongoing challenges,” says Causey. Those that regularly practice realize many positive effects. “Your body becomes long and lean, similar to a ballet dancer’s. You learn to stand tall and become stronger with each class,” says Yokarini-Kotsonis. However, don’t expect it to be easy. “Even when you do it every day, you’ll still find it extremely challenging,” she adds. Most teachers individualize modifications for beginners. “I tell my students to do what they can. There’s no judgment here,” says Causey. Many yoga teachers offer barre classes as a beneficial complement to other sports and activities such as running. “It supplements your other endeavors,” notes Causey. Today’s barre classes feature bare feet and typical workout wear, specialized equipment and props, contemporary music and of course, the ballet barre. The whole experience is highly positive and upbeat, says Causey. Most fitness experts would agree that it’s good to add variety to workouts, and trying something new adds spice to the mix. Plus, for those that keep at it, says Yokarini-Kotsonis, “Barre can be the fastest results-oriented program you can undergo. Expect to see a change in your body in a month if you attend three to four classes a week.” Lynda Bassett is a freelance writer near Boston, MA. Connect at LyndaBassett@ gmail.com.

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Choose Lasting Wealth

“Imagine an economy in which life is valued more than money and power resides with ordinary people that care about one another, their community and their natural environment,” says David Korten, Ph.D., the co-founder of Positive Futures Network and author of Change the Story, Change the Future: A Living Economy for a Living Earth. “When we choose real wealth,” says Korten, of Bainbridge Island, Washington, “we can have exciting hobbies and adventures; work that challenges and stimulates us; and spiritual connection with a universe that’s infinitely larger than a stock portfolio. Instead of more stuff in our alreadystuffed lives, we can have fewer things, but better things of higher quality—fewer visits to the doctor and more visits to museums and friends’ houses.”

Step One: Taking Inventory of Our Stuff

Suze Orman, owner of the Suze Orman Financial Group, in Emeryville, California, and the bestselling author of The Courage to Be Rich: Creating a Life of Material and Spiritual Abundance, ponders whether having stuff is worth it and suggests we take an inventory of what we own. “Think about the value of each object—what it cost you when you bought it, what it’s worth in dollars today, and what it’s worth in an Earthly, material representation of who you are now,” she says. Orman suggests that we go through every closet and cupboard and recycle or throw away items that no longer serve us well, and then reconnect with items we cannot part with, such as family mementos. “Think of these items so precious to you and how little, in fact, they cost you,” she says. In this way we define for ourselves the true meaning of worth, and it’s never about the stuff. Once we have a handle on what we own, it’s time to turn to what we want and how we can get there.

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raditional economics has us thinking in opposites—in terms of assets and liabilities. We consider the value of the material things we’ve accumulated: We add up our assets, which may include stocks, bonds, real estate, bank accounts and retirement savings. Then we subtract what we owe: Our liabilities may include a home mortgage, credit card debt, insurance premiums and student and vehicle loans. The balance is deemed our net worth. Figured this way, our net worth changes every minute and can sometimes shift dramatically. There is a better way to assess our wealth, because we are overlooking, dismissing or squandering valuable resources and benefits such as time, personal health, spiritual well-being, social connections or community in order to buy temporal things that will only depreciate over time. Golden, Colorado, author David Wann explores this theme in his book Simple Prosperity: Finding Real Wealth in a Sustainable Lifestyle. He remarks, “The U.S. may be on top when it comes to spending, but we also lead the world in debt per capita, children in poverty, percent of people in prison, obesity and infant mortality.” In fact, the U.S. has recently been ranked 42nd among countries in longevity— right below Guam and just above Albania. “So where is all the spending really getting us?” he asks. “We need to be getting more value out of each dollar, each hour, each spoonful of food, each square foot of house and each gallon of gas. The secret of success at the local, national and global scale is not really a secret; it’s in plain sight, and it’s called moderation.” 18

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Step Two: Re-Evaluating Life Goals

Just as we would do a personal financial assessment before we make plans to achieve financial goals, a life audit helps us determine our priorities for living happily and productively. Ximena Vengoechea, a design researcher for Twitter, Inc., in San Francisco, recently did this using 100 sticky notes during one dedicated afternoon. She wrote a single wish, one thing she’d like to do, on each note. During this “spring cleaning for the soul,” as How we spend she calls it, Vengoechea our days is, of reaffirmed her thirst for course, how we learning and adventure. Taking it a step further, spend our lives. she analyzed how she ~Annie Dillard spent her time and how often she saw the people most important to her,

mapping the data as pie charts. She discovered that most of her time was spent in work-related activities and not enough in adventure or seeing the people she loved. Drawing it up in the visual medium of charts helped her identify her life goals and see the changes she needed to make. Doubtless, we can all find better ways to utilize our assets.

Korten. “Your community economy is part of the glue that binds people together. It’s the key to physical and mental health and happiness.” Giving less control over our financial well-being to Wall Street and more to Main Street will help us think in terms of livelihoods, instead of mere jobs. For Korten, this equates to not only how we make money to live, but also how we live—valuing our homes, communities and natural environment. Our Time Priceless social capital comes from investing our Arianna Huffington, of New York City, founder of The time and money in local communities. Korten observes Huffington Post, knows firsthand about having so many how, when freely and wisely spent, these efforts can demands on our time that days feel rushed, which can lower crime rates, make schools more productive and increase our stress and negatively impact our produchelp economies function better. Korten cites tivity. She says, “On the flip side, the feeling of having enough time, or even surplus time, is Finding and doing Oakland, California’s Well-Being in Business Lab, which works with the Greater Good called ‘time affluence’. Although it may be hard what “lights us Science Center at the University of Califorto believe, it’s actually possible to achieve.” nia, Berkeley, to provide local communities Huffington recommends simple steps like getup” will bring with a research-based model for prosperity. In ting enough sleep and putting time limits on us abundance. socially abundant communities and nations, work and online activities. individuals don’t have to earn as much money Belinda Munoz, a social change activist in ~David Howitt to be comfortable, because their quality of life San Francisco who blogs at TheHalfwayPoint.net, is partly provided by the strength of social bonds. observes, “Time is neutral. We either use it wisely or waste it, so the onus is on us to make it an asset.” Munoz can both let go of stress and be more productive when she blocks out Heeding the Call to Change day parts. “When I focus, I shut out interruptions, stop feeling Finding and doing what “lights us up” will bring us abunrushed and get my work done with ease,” she says. dance, claims David Howitt in Heed Your Call. The Portland, Oregon, Meriwether Group entrepreneur who consults for Our Health consumer companies, maintains that finding our heroic One high-impact way to support personal health is to value purpose (that heart-centered thing we feel we were meant to food more, maintains Wann. “We need to spend more of our do) is the first step toward true wealth. Howitt says the secret household budget for food, not less,” he says. “By rearranging is in one small word—and. Instead of choosing either/or, our both our household and national expenditures, we should give world expands with “and”. He urges us to integrate the intuia higher priority to fresh, healthy food and a lower priority to tive and analytic parts of ourselves: “poet and professional, electronic gadgets, shopping, cars, lawns and even vacations. prophet and profit, soul and success.” Our overall expenses don’t have to go up, they just need to It’s not just about philanthropy, but truly making your be realigned with our changing values. By choosing higher community and your world a better place through your work, quality food and supporting better ways of growing it, we also he observes. “You’re doing good in the world, and when you begin to reshape the American culture,” he says. live that way, money follows you.”

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isn’t any aspect of your life that isn’t connected to food,” says Sessions. “If clients can shift their views of food from limiting to boundless health, significant positive changes can occur.” Sessions often starts with a carefully monitored, customizable detox program because it is a great way to kick off a new healthy eating program. He encourages clients to use a food journal and calendar for planning and tracking meals. He has found that when his clients make positive changes with their nutrition, it often affects other areas of their lives for the better.

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ertain times services that can help 2016 is almost here. of the year clients clear obstacles are ripe for Our local natural health and reach their goals. contemplating life “My specialty is and wellness providers working with people choices and new horizons. As 2015 who would like to offer advice to help winds down and a clear their blocks you face this new year fresh start beckons, and bring lightness new ways to live, and flow into their filled with passion work and promote lives to enable them and purpose. personal truths can to live their truth,” manifest. It takes says Dortch. courage to make life and work choices She uses intuitive, energetic, that reflect the person we really are. spiritual and practical tools to achieve Dr. Bill Hettler, co-founder of the results, including meridian tapping National Wellness Institute (NWI), says techniques, spiritual response therapy, it is better to choose a career that is Healing Touch, yoga and hypnotherapy. consistent with our personal values, Her clients have commented that they interests and beliefs than to select one develop greater clarity, feel more at that is unrewarding. Additionally, acpeace and are more empowered to cording to a new study conducted by discover their true path and engage in the NWI, the secret to career fulfillment their life’s work. is finding a job that involves helping others. Many whose careers are dediNutrition cated to promoting alternative healing Josh Sessions, a certified health and and natural health and wellness options wellness coach with Oriental Medicine are doing just that, and the work they Specialists, focuses on food and diet do can help others find ways to live to help people set and reach personal their passion. and professional goals while cultivating a healthy lifestyle. His job is to help Clearing Blocks clients identify their specific health Identifying obstacles to living our goals and find the motivation to create passion is a first step to clearing the positive change. He asks what being way. The blocks will impede the path, healthy looks like to them and why they but can be cleared. Charlene Dortch, should be healthy. He says that answerowner of Dortch and Associates, is a ing these questions, finding focus and wellness and healing consultant offerdiscovering what we want to be usually ing empowerment and energy healing requires a shift in perspective. “There 20

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A person’s connection to their body and level of physical fitness and selfcare can greatly affect goal-setting and clarity regarding one’s purpose in life—with increased strength and energy, goals can be met more quickly and effectively. Lethargy, stress and illness can slow down our process to living with passion. Diva Boot Camp owner and instructor, Kiara Fuentes, wants women to embrace their bodies and find wonder in what they can accomplish. She is also a massage therapist and believes that, “Being healthy and feeling well spills over into your life, affects your happiness, your self efficacy, your confidence.” Fuentes says, “With all the demands of a busy life, it can be difficult to make self-care a priority. Taking time for yourself allows you to recharge so that you may do that self exploration or so that you may give back to others.” She stresses the importance of self-care with exercise, meditation, self-massage and by expressing gratitude. To keep herself charged, she also turns to the wisdom of people she admires who stress pursuing passion and self-acceptance, such as writers Elizabeth Gilbert, Gretchin Ruben and Brene Brown.

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he holiday season is ripe with an array of spiritual, cultural and family rituals. We celebrate, reflect, give gifts and, of course, feast. Fortunately, the media also teems with tips on how to avoid high-calorie holiday goodies, says Dr. Michelle May, author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat. For our diet-driven culture to resolve its struggle with food, she says we must learn to honor its intrinsic value. Ritualized eating can help; a recent study published in the journal Psychological Science found that engaging in food rituals evokes mindfulness that enhances the enjoyment of eating.

Hunger, the body’s fuel gauge, manifests in physical symptoms like a growling stomach or low blood sugar, says May, citing a useful analogy. “You wouldn’t drive around and pull into every gas station you see; you’d check your fuel gauge first. Before filling up with food, pause and check your fuel gauge. Am I actually hungry, or is this desire coming from something else?” May suggests practicing FEASTing: First, focus on physical sensations, thoughts and emotions; perhaps we’re thirsty, rather than hungry, rationalizing that holiday foods are special, or feeling stressed or lonely. Next, explore why the feelings or thoughts are present, and

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then accept them without judgment. Strategize ways of satisfying the need and take a small step toward change.

Savor

Complex preparations for a major holiday can provoke anxiety and impatience, and likewise, feelings of longing or disappointment when it’s over. Sarah Ban Breathnach, bestselling author of Simple Abundance and Peace and Plenty, recommends allowing Christmastide to unfold at its own pace and celebrating all of December with a homemade Advent calendar. Craft a tree-shaped tower of tiny boxes or a garland of burlap mini-bags clipped with clothespins. Place an almond covered in organic dark chocolate in each container and use the treat as a daily mini-meditation. “Drop into the present moment, fully savor the luxurious, small bite and experience the pleasure of eating,” suggests May. Consider it symbolic of the season’s sweetness.

Connect

“Food connects us with one another, our heritage and our culture,” says May. Heather Evans, Ph.D., a Queen’s University professor and a holiday culinary history expert in Ontario, Canada, suggests creating a food diary of traditions to reinforce a connection with the past and support a holiday food legacy for the future. Ask grandparents about their childhood culinary memories, peruse family recipe books or discover new dishes that honor everyone’s ethnic heritage. Then create an heirloom holiday cookbook with handwritten recipes arranged alongside favorite photos and stories.

“December 26 was a chance for landowners and homeowners to give back to household staff and local tradespeople,” says Evans. “It’s a tradition worth reviving to pause, reflect on our own good fortune and contribute to others’ comfort.” Consider serving a meal at a local soup kitchen, collecting items for a food drive or offering a box of healthy culinary treats to community stewards at a fire station, post office or library. On Christmas Day, says Ban Breathnach, “Our kids have the world lying at their feet.” Boxing Day, she says, provides a natural transition to reach out in charity. Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blogger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.

Sync

According to pagan philosophy, sharing seasonal food with loved ones during the winter solstice on December 21 symbolizes the shared trust that warmth and sunlight will return. Eating warm foods provides physical comfort and eating seasonally and locally connects us to the Earth, observes May. Sync body and spirit with the season by stewing root vegetables, baking breads, sipping hot cider and tea, and nibbling on nuts and dried fruits. “The repetition of predictable foods is reassuring,” remarks Evans, and it celebrates nature’s transitions.

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Stir-Up Sunday is a Victorian amusement filled with fun, mystery and mindfulness, says Ban Breathnach. Some December Sunday, have each family member help stir the batter of a special Christmas cake while stating a personal new year’s intention. Drop a clean coin, bean or trinket into the mix and bake. Serve it with a sprig of holly on Christmas Day, and the person with the piece containing the lucky charm will be rewarded with a prosperous, wholesome and positive new year, according to tradition. Evans remarks, “This is a wonderful ritual for nurturing the health and spirit of the family.”

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hat’s on the table can help lower risks of stroke, heart attack, cancer and diabetes, according to the American Heart Association. Not all families are able to afford the healthiest foods, but fatty, high-sugar options can be avoided. The most-needed donations are nonperishable and high in protein, but low in sodium, sugar and fats. Give the best, most affordable products, according to these tips and the food drive’s guidelines. Organic and non-GMO (genetically modified) foods are welcome. Note that not all pantries can store fresh produce, glass containers or personal hygiene items. “Pantries rely on informed community support,” explains Jim Byrnes, director of Pennsylvania’s Nazareth Area Food Bank. “Area churches, schools and businesses keep us supplied. We’ll help 300 families this year, compared to 100 in 2006, balancing nutrition with practical needs.” California’s San Diego Food Bank feeds better choices to 370,000 people each month, including military families, seniors and children. Such community efforts change lives. Meat: Tinned tuna, chicken and salmon store easily for use in salads or casseroles, on a sandwich and in whole wheat pasta, brown rice or low-fat stir

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fries. Avoid the bisphenol-A (BPA) associated with cans and plastic containers. Instead choose BPA-free pouch packaging and cans with BPA-free liners (see Tinyurl.com/BPAFreeCannedFood). Soup and Stew: Containing meat and veggies, soups and stews provide filling, hearty comfort foods. Vegetables: Yams and whole-berry cranberry sauce turn dinner into a holiday feast. Add color to the plate with mixed veggies. Lentils, pinto, black and kidney beans in stew, chili or salad provide fiber, calcium, zinc and iron. Spices add zing. Tomatoes, sauce and salsa add flavor; choose glass jar products only in order to be BPA-free, due to the acidic effect on cans. Pasta, Rice and Grain: In Kansas City, Missouri, Katie Thomas, owner of Crazy Daisy Cleaning, regularly organizes food drives. She says, “Pasta and sauce make a variety of dishes and extend the number of meals.” Whole grain pasta, brown or wild rice, quinoa and couscous are better choices than white pasta. Bulgur provides nearly 75 percent of a day’s fiber requirement when added to soup or salad. Cereal: Steel-cut or rolled oats, farina (Cream of Wheat) and grits are low-calorie and nutritious options for a warm start to the day. All can be found as organic; farina in whole wheat or

Search for a generic food item at CalorieCount.com to see how brand-name products rank in nutritional value. white wheat that is certified kosher. Cold cereals should list whole grains as the first ingredient and be high in fiber and low in sugar, like organic Oat O’s. Snacks: Unsalted nuts, full of fiber, protein and vitamins, are highly prized at food pantries. Packed in juice, fruit cups make a healthy treat. Dried fruit and sunflower seeds are another favorite. Low-salt, low-sugar peanut or

sunflower butter packs protein. Honey is a healthy sweetener. Collecting Party: “A group of us collected and donated 600 pounds of food for babies, pets and adults to Extended Hands Food Bank,” says Dee Power, in Fountain Hills, Arizona. For babies, include food without added sugar or salt and single-grain cereal. Alternative Giving: Especially popular during the December holidays, the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank offers prepacked bags to grocery store patrons, paid for at checkout. Customers can see what’s included and the food bank picks them up. (Tip: Cash donations allow lower cost bulk purchases with no need to transport or sort items.)

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Create an Attitude of Gratitude All Day Long

n Take notice of the surprises and little miracles that occur, and be sure to make note of them to evoke an even stronger level of awe and gratitude.

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n Elaborate in detail about a particular thing that earns extra gratitude. This carries more benefits from intense feelings than creating a list. When we see how blessed we are with what we already have, it creates more of what we are grateful for, generating an endless cycle of gratitude.

Grateful for EVERYTHING he secret to happiness and finding the enduring joy we all seek is Thanksgiving—the simple act of continually giving thanks. To realize wonderful positive outcomes, up to and including seeming miracles, do one thing: Show gratitude all day long. Seeing everything in a new light, through a refreshing prism of love and appreciation, imparts a deep inner well of peace, calm and joy, making us feel more alive. We can feel that way every day, in every aspect of life, awaking each morning excited to create the day ahead and enthusiastic about each moment and then falling asleep at night embracing a profound feeling of gratitude for all the good we know and have. Happiness is contagious and becomes an upward spiral of joy naturally shared with others. Start today by launching a daily gratitude journal. This single action,

Non-Food: Make sure the food pantry has storage space before donating wet or dry food for cats and dogs and birdseed; baby wipes, shampoo and soap; and adult soap, deodorant, shaving supplies, toothpaste, shampoo and toilet paper. “A $5,000 grant gave us added storage space,” says Byrnes. The bottom line is what food pantries need is much the same as what’s found in any healthy home pantry—comestibles rich in flavor, vitamins and fiber and free of unhealthy additives. Please be generous year-round, sharing well beyond the holidays.

the simplest and quickest way to get results, will foster a habit geared to change everything forever. It fills up our love tank, sparks success and benefits everyone. To embrace better relationships, health, clarity, life and tangible and intangible wealth: n Set a daily time for journal writing. n Pick a handful of things that prompt gratitude that day. Perhaps begin with people that support you in some way. Everything counts, from expressions of beauty to basic conveniences. Eventually the daily list will grow, generating the joy of gratitude at everhigher levels. n It’s important to write with love and joy, because such feelings create your world. Even if something’s a work in progress, like encouraging steps in a relationship, focus on what makes you feel good and want more of and you’ll start seeing more evidence of them.

Robert Emmons, Ph.D., of the University of California-Davis, a leading authority in researching the science of gratitude and its impact on wellbeing, instructs his study participants, “Be aware of your feelings and how you ‘relish’ and ‘savor’ this gift in your imagination. Take the time to be especially aware of the depth of your gratitude.” In other words, don’t hurry through this exercise like a to-do list. An all-day-long attitude of gratitude ramps up our awareness of life’s pleasures. It takes an already good life to a whole new zone of zest. Mary Lynn Ziemer is a master of Advanced Life Concepts, certified life and business coach, motivational speaker and author, with more than 30 years as an entrepreneur and corporate executive at two Fortune 100 companies. Connect at LivingAJoyfulLifeNow.com.

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he old line, “He followed me home, can we keep him?” used to get a kid a dog or cat of his own. In today’s homes, it’s not that easy. Choosing a pet is a personal choice not to be taken lightly nor made on another person’s behalf. A surprise pet is a bad idea. Rather than gift a pet during the holidays or at any other time, give a coupon to be redeemed after extensive and careful consideration. Involve the whole family in listing pros and cons, deal breakers and must-haves. Lifestyle adjustments by everyone are to be expected, but pets shouldn’t make all the sacrifices. Available time and space, daily routines and costs all matter in determining the perfect pet.

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to Labrador types and found Marley, a golden/ basset mix rescue that moved in as Michael was undergoing cancer treatment. “She’s calm, playful and wants to be near, but doesn’t smother, is stubborn, yet trainable, and mostly obedient,” Sarah says. “Plus, she’s content to nap or go on three-mile walks. Walking Marley helped Michael’s recovery after surgery. She was good with just sniffing the green off of a blade of grass until he was ready to head home.”

When a dog or lose their teeth as young adults, causing their tongues to hang out. She advocates for older cat won’t do, try dogs and an adopt/don’t buy policy. “With something in a senior animals, you know what you’re getting. They have personality,” says Herman. tank—freshwater “With my work schedule, I wanted an older pet, small and piddle-pad trained.” fish, lizards or hamsters. Take Two

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Small dogs and those that need extensive grooming were on Melinda Carver’s no-adopt list. “I read books, visited websites, shelters, adopt-a-thons and rescue groups,” she says. “As a single person with a full-time job, I wanted a dog that would fit with my work, volunteer and exercise schedules.” Riley, a bloodhound/Lab mix, fit the bill. Shelter workers can project how large a dog will get when fully grown, as well as their temperament and other breed traits. Carver was cautioned that Riley was an active animal, needed long walks and would ultimately top 100 pounds. Now age 11, he’s a companionable 135 pounds. “I was surprised at how easy it was to change my routine to accommodate playtime, mile-long walks and training. He’s laid back and gentle for his size,” comments Carver, a blog talk radio show host in Parma, Ohio. Danielle Nay, an expat from the UK, researched for two years before choosing Freeway, her neighbor-friendly löwchen. He’s a mid-size dog, big enough to be a manly companion, but the right size for a high-rise apartment. “When his humans are busy, Freeway flings his own ball down the hall and then runs after it,” she says.

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The perfect pet doesn’t have to be perfect in looks or health. Dorie Herman, of Jersey City, New Jersey, a graphic designer for Martha Stewart Living, in New York City, is the human behind Chloe Kardoggian, a Chihuahua and puppy mill rescue, age 11, which she describes as “three pounds, two teeth, one giant tongue and an Instagram sensation.” Due to poor nutrition, mill dogs often

Herbert Palmer, of Morris Plains, New Jersey, now with Green the Grid Group, worked for a moving company when three kittens showed up near the loading dock. A coworker took one. Not in the market for a cat, much less two, Palmer tried to find them good, safe homes. After five days, he realized, Lucky and Day had a home—with him. “Sometimes we adopt them. Many times they adopt us,” he confides. Falling in love doesn’t depend solely on what looks good on paper. Everyone deserves to find their “heart” pet— when that first exchanged look proclaims, “He’s mine.” Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

More Factors to Consider n A yard isn’t a must, but dogs need regular exercise and socialization. n Adult children boomerang home after college or a divorce, often with pets. A new baby also alters a home’s equilibrium. Many hours away due to work, school activities, elder care and/or volunteering can lead to a bored pet that will produce its own entertainment, often to the family’s dismay. n Some pets are easily washable, while others need professional grooming. Daily brushing minimizes shedding. n Family members’ tolerance for pet drool and snoring counts. n A yearly wellness exam, required inoculations, a microchip and pet insurance add to the tab.

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relationship in accomplishing good. Using this six-part process of helpful concrete steps applies equally to the children and adults in our lives. n Become aware of the other person’s emotions.

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n Care about the other person by seeing their emotions as valid and important. n Listen empathetically to better understand the way they feel, allowing them to feel safe to be vulnerable without fear of judgment. Seek to understand, rather than to agree or redirect.

n Acknowledge and validate their feelings. We don’t need to validate that the thoughts they have about their emotions are correct; instead, simply let them know that it’s valid to feel the way that they do. For example, if a friend by Teal Swan says, “I feel useless,” we could validate them by saying, “I can see how you uch of our identity is shaped in each child in understanding and coping might feel that way.” with their emotions. childhood by key events and n Allow the person to experience their the emotions and perspectives emotions fully before moving toward any Recipe for a High EQ we associate with them. Parents can successfully form deeper con- kind of improvement. We cannot impose our idea of when they should be ready nections with their kids by recognizing, All Emotions Count respecting and acknowledging their emo- or able to feel differently. This is when Emotional intelligence, sometimes referred to as EQ, is often overlooked as tional range, rather than telling kids they we practice unconditional presence and unconditional love. We are there should feel a certain way. Telling somea skill set in today’s world. The recent as support, without trying to fix them or animated film Inside Out calls attention one how they should or shouldn’t feel anything else. Don’t be offended if they only teaches them to distrust themselves to effective ways of addressing a child’s don’t accept support that’s offered at this and that there’s something wrong with journey by embracing and better untime. A benevolent power is inherent in them. As a communication aid, Inside derstanding their emotions; particularly offering love that exists regardless of what Out may speak best to older children, those that don’t feel positive. someone does or does not do with it. because younger viewers may get the A recent study by the London

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School of Economics Centre for Economic Performance found that a child’s emotional health is far more important in determining future happiness than factors such as academic success or wealth. Parents can help ensure a healthy emotional upbringing by avoiding making three mistakes. Disapproval of a child’s emotions: This involves being critical of a child’s displays of negative emotion and reprimanding or punishing the child for expressing them. Dismissing a child’s emotions: This comes across as regarding a child’s emotions as unimportant, either through ignoring their emotions, or worse, trivializing them. Offering little relevant guidance: While parents may empathize, they don’t set limits on behavior or assist

erroneous impression that emotions can control them, rather than that they can control their own emotional reactions. The recipe for healthy bonding and emotional development is for all parties to model how they value the importance of each other’s feelings and respectfully listen for the feelings behind the words. In opening ourselves to being understood, we open ourselves to understanding others. Good parenting involves emotion. Good relationships involve emotion. The bottom line is that emotions matter. We all struggle with negative emotions from time to time, and the way we address and deal with them influences our emotional health. The goal is to develop a trustworthy emotional connection with the other person that is important to us, which enhances intimacy and the effectiveness of the

n Help the other person to strategize ways to manage the reactions they might be having to their emotions after—and only after—their feelings have been validated, acknowledged and fully felt. This is when we can assert new ways of looking at a situation that may improve the way another person is feeling. This is when advice may be offered. When done successfully, this process can transform a conflict encountered in a relationship into solid gold. Teal Swan is the author of Shadows Before Dawn: Finding the Light of SelfLove Through Your Darkest Times, on how healing hidden wounds reveals our authentic selves (TealSwan.com). Inside Out will be released next month on DVD.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Mindfulness Meditation Family Yoga Class – 3:30-4:30pm. Ideal for kids ages 4 - 9 & their parents. Lydia Nitya Griffith. $160/8 wks, $25/drop-in (price includes up to 4 family mbrs). Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd (behind Temple Beth-El on Grove Ave). 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Integral Yoga Hatha Class – 4:45-6pm. Teens & adults welcome. Lydia Nitya Griffith. $104/8 wks, $15/drop-in. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd (behind Temple Beth-El on Grove Ave). 804-3421061. YogaHelps.com.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Services for Seniors – 12:30pm. “Navigating Services for Older Adults”. Bonnie Scimone. Open University of The Shepherd’s Ctr of Richmond. St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Pkwy. Info: 804-355-7282 or TSCOR.org.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 X-Gentle Yoga – 4-5pm. Combines chair yoga w/yoga on the mat. Designed for those w/some physical limitations. Benefits = relaxation, flexibility, balance, strength, peace. Limited space. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $108/6 wks, $18/drop-in. Wellness Village, 1404 Starling Dr. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Guided Mindful Meditation – 5:30-6:15pm. All levels. Basic instruc & awareness practice. Small class. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $72/6wks; $12 drop-in. Wellness Village, 1404 Starling Dr. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Mindful Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. Integral yoga for students w/some experience. Postures, breathing exercises, yoga nidra & meditation. Small class. Nora Pozzi, E-RYT500, PRYT. $108/6 wks, $18/ drop-in. Wellness Village, 1404 Starling Dr. 804342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Inner Smile Qigong Class – 6:30-8pm. Chinese Five Elements Philosophy. Inner Smile = ancient Chinese healthcare practice that transforms damaging, negative emotions into vitality & healing by directing energy to the organs & glands, the digestive system & the brain/nervous system. Joy Black. $40. Good Energy for Life, 555 Southlake Blvd, Ste C-2. 804-971-7135. GoodEnergyForLife.net.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 X-Gentle Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. See 11/4 listing. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $108/6 wks, $18/dropin. Byrd Park area. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Nourishing the Mind – 12:30pm. “The Faiths of Our Presidents Then and Now: Washington, Jefferson, Kennedy, Reagan, and Clinton”. David Holmes, retired religion prof, William & Mary. Open University of The Shepherd’s Ctr of Richmond. First Presbyterian Church, 4602 Cary St. Info: 804-3557282 or TSCOR.org. Writing as a Contemplative Practice – 7-9pm. Shari Motro will discuss her own creative process and guide participants in experiential exercises that

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Continuing Yoga – 6-7:30pm. Integral yoga for students w/some experience. Postures, breathing exercises, yoga nidra & meditation. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $91/7 wks, $15/drop-in. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd (behind Temple BethEl on Grove Ave). 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. TarotRVA Readers’ Lab – 6-7:30pm. Exchange tarot readings in a community of open-minded individuals while improving technique & accuracy. $10 love offering. Space lim. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. 804-513-7166. TarotRVA.com. Intro to Ashtanga 7-Week Series – 7:15-8:30pm. Learn philosophy, breath (pranayama), sun salutations, standing sequence & some seated poses (asanas). Kyra Haigh. $98/7 wks. (20% off student discount avail). Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYoga Richmond.com.

promote open awareness, non-judgment & left/right brain integration. $10 mbrs/$20 non-mbrs. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Yoga of Recovery – Intro Weekend (11/6–11/8) & 9-Day Cert (11/6–11/14). Combining Ayurveda and Yoga w/ Western recovery tools to offer a more holistic mind-body-spirit approach to addiction & self-destructive behaviors. Empowers you to counsel anyone on a path of healing & investigate your own addictive processes. Durga Leela. $195/ $795. Add accom. Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org. X-Gentle Yoga – 3-4pm. See 11/4 listing. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $108/6 wks, $18/drop-in. Wellness Village, 1404 Starling Dr. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Indulge in Wellness Day – 10am-4pm. Reiki, Energetic Facials, yoga & more. Sample doTerra, Nature’s Sunshine & other holistic products. Let us treat you to a spa day! Sage Crossings, 1727 W. Main St. Info: SageCrossings.com or 804-677-4539. Total Nourishment – 6:30-8:30pm. Nourishing your body, mind & spirit is much more than good nutrition, good friends & good food. Discover how to provide multiple dimensions of self-care & nurture. Dr. Sherron Marquina, DC. $40. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804377-2222 or 509-230-7593. HealthInSyncs.com.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Resounding in the Soul: a Concert and Talk w/ Classical Revolution RVA – 7-9pm. Classical music is universal & can quiet a racing mind, comfort a lonely soul or move one to dance. Classical Revolution RVA is the local chapter of an intl org working to universalize classical music & bring it into the community. $10 mbrs/$20 non-mbrs. Glave Kocen Gallery, 1620 W Main St. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Looking at Aging – 12:30pm. “What Is Conscious Aging?” Gia Miele, cert life coach specializing in retirement. Open University of The Shepherd’s Ctr. St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Pkwy. Info: 804-355-7282 or TSCOR.org.

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Beginners/Mixed Level Yoga – 7:45-9pm. Gentle intro to yoga. Postures, breathing exercises, yoga nidra (15-min deep relaxation) & meditation. All levels. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $91/7 wks, $15/drop-in. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd (behind Temple Beth-El on Grove Ave). 804-3421061. YogaHelps.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Intuitive Painting Workshop – 9:30am-12pm. “Rediscover” your inner creativity. Learn to trust your intuition & impulses & ignore the voice of your inner critic. Safe, non-judgmental opportunity to experience the joy of painting like a 5-year-old! Priscilla Burbank/Gloria Umbach. $30 mbrs/$45 non-mbrs. Vis Arts Ctr of Richmond. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Whole Body Breathing – 7-8:15pm. Experience a guided full-body breathing meditation & learn how the breath can be used for stress release & healing. Joy Black. $25. Good Energy for Life, 555 Southlake Blvd, Ste C-2. 804-971-7135. GoodEnergy ForLife.net.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Services for Seniors – 12:30pm. See 11/2 listing. Open University of The Shepherd’s Ctr of Richmond. St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Pkwy. Info: 804-355-7282 or TSCOR.org. 5 Ways to Prevent Emotional Eating During The Holidays – 6-7pm. Learn how to navigate this holiday season if you’re struggling w/ emotional eating. Includes 45-min private emotional eating clarity session. $35. Pamela Biasca Losada, Cert Health Coach. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804-377-2222 or 509-230-7593.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Traditional Asian Health Ctr Open House – 6:30pm. Free qigong class (6:30pm) & free acupuncture (7:30pm). 1909 W. Cary St. Info: 804-513-4408. AznHealth.com. “Kitchen Table Gathering” on Creative Expression and Healing – 7-9pm. Explore how creative expression can deepen our sense of self, open our hearts to healing & connect us to spirit. Katya Lesher, LCSW. $10 mbrs/$20 non-mbrs. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Yoga Tune-Up for the Holidays – (11/20–11/22). Feeling overwhelmed w/ the season’s hustle and bustle? Use this space to create a well-disciplined routine based in yoga and Ayurveda. Rev. Lakshmi Barsel. $450. Add accom. Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

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Georgetown University Hotel & Conference Center Register: AHNA.org/cne or call 800-278-2462 Reiki Level III Master Practitioner Cert Class – 10am-4pm. Elizabeth Sexton/JR Adams. Sage Crossings, 1727 W Main St. Registration info: SageCrossings.com or 804-677-4539. Roots and Wings – 10am-4pm. Let go of responsibilities, open your heart, explore & get messy. Focus will be collage work w/ majority of day spent in silence to help you move into a place of contemplation & creativity. Kayta Lesher, LCSW. $40 mbrs/$55 non-mbrs. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

markyourcalendar Glenmore Yoga’s 18th Annual Open House Light refreshments. Free yoga class (mixed level), 1:30-2:15pm Free yoga class (restorative), 2:45-3:30pm Trevillian Quartet, 1:30-3:30pm Art exhibit of Meditative Works by Tuckahoe Artists Association. Artists on-site to discuss their work.

November 14 • 1-4pm 10442 Ridgefield Parkway 804-741-5267 • Info@GlenmoreYoga.com GlenmoreYoga.com

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Community Acupuncture, Qigong, and Meditation – 9-9:45am (Qigong & Meditation), 10am-12pm (Comm Acupuncture). Stretching, breathing exercises combined w/ movements followed by meditation. Schibner will also perform Auricular Acupuncture (the NADA protocol); 5 points located on the ear which affect all areas of your being. Joseph L. Schibner IV. Free (donations accepted). American Institute of Healing Therapies, 10960 Three Chopt Rd, Ste A. 804-290-0980. AIHTVA.com.

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Kirtan, The Art of Chanting – 7-9pm. Kirtan is part of the path of yoga called Japa, the repetition of Sanskrit mantras, and Bhakti, the opening of the heart to devotion. Thru chanting these ancient songs, our mind, body & spirit find healing & the silencing of all other thoughts. Nitya Lydia Griffith, Integral Yoga Teacher. $10 donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd (behind Temple Beth-El on Grove Ave). 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Richmond IONS (Inst of Noetic Science) – 10am12pm. “The Fate of the Lost Continent of Atlantis & How to Re-Engage Ancient Atlantean Healing Techniques.” Ray Jarrad/Tim Taylor. Potluck lunch. Free. River Rd Baptist, 8000 River Rd. Contact Donna at 804-690-3310. Power of Patience – 10am-1pm. Learn how to develop & increase this power w/in your own mind & learn to recognize & eliminate angry responses. 107 Ridgely Ave, Ste 14-A, Annapolis, MD. $25 (discounts avail). Info: MeditationMD.org or 410-243-3837.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Healing Touch Clinic – 6:30, 7:30 & 8:30pm. Energy therapy to reduce stress & pain, speed up healing & give sense of well-being. Ann Rust. Free. Mt. Pisgah UMC, Midlo. Register w/Ginger: 804-378-8175.

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Yoga for Emotional Balance – (11/27–11/29). Are negative feelings keeping you from happiness? Transform your emotions by balancing your body thru yoga. Explore postures, relaxation techniques & guided meditations. Swami Vidyananda. $225. Add accom. Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

Six Healing Sounds – 7-8:15pm. Vibrations from your voice can help release excess heat from deep w/in your body & relax your vital organs to promote healing. Great sleep aid. Joy Black. $25. Good Energy for Life, 555 Southlake Blvd, Ste C-2. 804971-7135. GoodEnergyForLife.net.

Thanksgiving Cleanse – 10am-12pm. Special 2-hr yoga class focusing on awakening a deeper understanding of ourselves as we learn to stay open, centered & connected no matter what comes our way. No beginners please. Kyra Haigh. $30 by 11/20; $40. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com.

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3 Van Gogh’s Ghost Paintings: A Conversation & Book Signing – 7-9pm. In this fascinating book, Dr. Cliff Edwards solves a long-ignored mystery that provides a critical key to the relation of Van Gogh’s religion & art. Donations accepted. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 Relax & Rejuvenate w/Restorative Yoga – (12/4– 12/6). Simple, effective antidote to stress & anxiety. Supported poses will create a deep relaxation that melts tension. Satya Greenstone, ERYT500. $235. Add accom. Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9 TarotRVA Readers’ Lab – 6-7:30pm. See 11/9 listing. $10 love offering. Space lim. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. 804-513-7166. TarotRVA.com.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11 Living a Yogic Life – (12/11–12/13). Develop a simple, regular spiritual routine to recapture your childlike happiness & ease. Experience contentment at any moment. Sumati Steinberg, RN. $235. Add accom. Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 Richmond IONS (Inst of Noetic Science) – 10am12pm. Annual year-end talk on Who we are, What we are doing here, and How to create the world we want.

Tom Coates. Potluck lunch. Free. River Rd Baptist, 8000 River Rd. Contact Donna at 804-690-3310. Yogic Diet & Lifestyle: Health Benefits of Yoga – 2-4pm. Dr. Sandra Amrita McLanahan, MD, will explain the benefits of a regular yoga practice. Nationally recognized authority on preventive medicine, nutrition and stress reduction, McLanahan worked w/ Dr. Dean Ornish to document prevention & treatment of cardiovascular disease and cancer. $30 at door, $25 in advance. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd (behind Temple Beth-El on Grove Ave). 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13 Community Acupuncture, Qigong, and Meditation – 9-9:45am (Qigong & Meditation), 10am-12pm (Comm Acupunture). See 11/15 listing. Joseph L. Schibner IV. Free (donations accepted). American Institute of Healing Therapies, 10960 Three Chopt Rd, Ste A. 804-290-0980. AIHTVA.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16 Silent Ember Day Retreat at the Clearing – 9:30am-3:30pm. Share an Ember Day of silence & reflection at The Clearing in Amelia Co. Donations. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18 Winter Solstice Celebration: 108 Sun Salutations & Live Drumming – 5:30-7pm. All levels welcome; you do not need to complete all 108 to attend. Donations to benefit FEED MORE (cash or check only, no food please). Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYoga Richmond.com.

Kirtan, The Art of Chanting – 7-9pm. See 11/20 listing. Nitya Lydia Griffith, Integral Yoga Teacher. $10 donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd (behind Temple Beth-El on Grove Ave). 804-3421061. YogaHelps.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20 Winter Solstice at the Labyrinth – 4-6pm. Free. 3318 Loxley Rd (labyrinth is in the park just east). 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 21 Healing Touch Clinic – 6:30, 7:30 & 8:30pm. See 11/23 listing. Ann Rust. Free. Mt. Pisgah UMC, Midlo. Register w/Ginger: 804-378-8175.

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sunday Svaroopa Yoga, Embodyment Yoga Therapy – Gentle approach to release internal tensions in tight areas, improve flexibility & ease in movement & build strength & stamina. Experience profound changes in your body w/out forcing or straining. (mrng, eve, wkend, by appt). Anita Snellings, CSBT, CEYT, CHTP. PeacefulBodyYoga.com. 804-356-7477. Overeaters Anonymous – 13 wkly mtgs. Is food a problem for you? No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets. 804-933-0480. RichmondOA.com. Falun Gong Exercise Practice – 9am. Free. Deep Run Park, Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-747-1215. Richmond Zen – Meditation: 9-10:20am. Study Group: 10:30-11:30am. Meditation instruction avail. 3411 Grove Ave. 804-366-5546. RichmondZen.org. Richmond Lotus Sangha – 1-2pm. Mindfulness Meditation group in tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. Sitting, walking meditation, discussion. McKenzie Casad. Free. 1312 W Main St. 757-553-2780. McKenzie.Sangha@gmail.com. Prenatal Yoga – 3:30pm. Prepare body & mind for the birth of your child. Kyra Haigh. $112/8wks. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com. Reiki Exchange Practice – 4th, 4-6pm. Open to all who have had a class in Reiki or similar energy work. Share ideas/info & do energy work together. Barb Davis. $10 donation. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. Chrysalis Institute.org. Breast Cancer Support Meeting – 3rd, 4:30pm. Sisters Network Breast Cancer Survivors. SNCVA House, 105 E Clay St. 804-447-4027. Ashtanga Prep (Level 1/2) – 5pm. Synchronize breath & movement thru precise series of postures. $14/60 min, $16/75 min or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W. Cary St. (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com.

Ashtanga Prep (Level 1/2) – 8:30am. See Sun listing. $14/60 min, $16/75 min or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W. Cary St. (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com. Svaroopa Yoga Classes – 9-10:30am & 6:30-8pm. Deeply restorative yoga classes for Beg/Continuing levels. Deborah Woodward, RYT, CSYT700. $116/8wks; $16/drop-in. 800 Blanton Ave. 804-3381105 or Art1Am@verizon.net. Tai Chi – Beg: 10am; Intermed: 11am. Yang 24 Form & Sun 31 Form taught in each class. Sun 31 = restorative form to help alleviate probs assoc w/ arthritis, diabetes, ortho concerns/rehab & other physical challenges. Jenny Barone. $10. First Baptist

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Tai Chi for Health and Arthritis – 1-2pm (11/10, 17, 24 & 12/1, 8, 15). Sun-style tai chi program developed with the Arthritis Foundation. Uses easy to learn, gentle movements that improve physical strength, flexibility, balance & well-being. $48/6wks, $10/drop-in. Jo Ann Widner RN / Tai Chi for Health Institute. Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd, Mechanicsville. Info: JoWidner@ comcast.net or 804-370-3906. Cancer Caregiver Support Group – 1st, 2-3pm. Cancer Resource Ctr, MOB 1, Mem Reg Med Ctr, 8260 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville. Free. Info: Ann Petersen, 804-764-7201/Whitney Burton, 804-8281066. BonSecours.com/CancerSurvivorship.

Church, 2709 Monument Ave. 804-382-8103 or 804355-8637. Burgess@fbcrichmond.org. Labyrinth Walk – 12-1pm. Learn how to do the moving meditation of walking a labyrinth. Meet at Westwood Avenue walking park. Louise ThayerLee. 804-921-5182. RURelaxed.com. AIHT Yoga Classes – 4:30-5:30pm. Visit AIHTVA. com for class descriptions. $15/class, $100/mo unlim. American Institute of Healing Therapies, 10960 Three Chopt Rd, Ste A. 804-290-0980. Yin Yoga – 6-7:30pm. Increase range of motion in joints, especially hips, pelvis & lower spine, by holding poses from 3-5 min. Erin Forsyth/Sarah Thacker. $60/4 classes w/in month, $110/8 classes w/in month, $17/drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Center, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. Info@GlenmoreYoga.com. Qigong Class – TaoYin Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm (thru 11/23). Tao Yin emphasizes the breath, activates energy meridians that govern vital organs & gives emphasis to psoas muscle & spine for flexibility & strength. Slow, gentle moving meditations. Joy Black. $50/4 classes, $15/drop-in. Good Energy for Life, 555 Southlake Blvd, Ste C-2. 804-971-7135. GoodEnergyForLife.net.

tuesday Svaroopa Yoga, Embodyment Yoga Therapy – See Sun listing. PeacefulBodyYoga.com. 804-356-7477.

monday

SilverSneakers Group X Classes – 10 & 11:30am. Strength & balance classes. Free for Humana & other Healthways (SilverSneaker)-eligible Medicare recipients. Details & locations: Vanessa, 804-350-6721.

Ongoing Dream Groups – Mornings. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. Time & cost info: Cassandra at CMatt@DreampathLLC.com, 804-901-4583. Walk w/Certified Instructor – Mornings & afternoons (times vary). Free for Humana & other Healthways (SilverSneaker)-eligible Medicare recipients. Details & locations: Vanessa, 804-350-6721. Qigong – 9:30am. Free. Round House/Byrd Park. Phoebe Antrim. Register: 804-358-1772. Cancer Support Group – 9:30-11am. You Are Not Alone. Open to anyone touched by cancer. Cancer Resource Ctr, MOB 1, Mem Reg Med Ctr, 8260 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville. Free. Info: Ann Petersen, 804-764-7201/Jackie Sullivan, 804-7647506/Mary Baker, 804-893-8711. BonSecours.com/ CancerSurvivorship.

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Cancer Caregiver Support Group – 2nd and 4th, 3:30-5pm. Cancer Resource Ctr, MOB 1, Mem Reg Med Ctr, 8260 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville. Free. Info: Ann Petersen, 804-764-7201. BonSecours.com/ CancerSurvivorship. Free Open Bereavement Support Group – 5:306:30pm. Open to all. Please come at least 3 times to benefit; no commitment req. Alane Cameron Miles, MDiv, Hospice Chaplain & Bereavement Care Coord. Metro Community Church, 2501 Park Ave. 804-353-9477. Tai Chi Chuan – 6-7:15pm. Learn the 37-posture form taught by Grand Master Cheng Man-Ching. $165/10wks. Battery Park Christian Church, 4201 Brook Rd. Floyd Herdrich, 804-698-0225/Sondra Sealine, 804-690-9878. TaiChiRichmond@gmail.com. Breast Cancer Support Group – 1st & 3rd, 6-7:30pm. Join fellow survivors through & beyond your cancer journey in a nurse-facilitated group. Free. 601 Watkins Ctr Pkwy, Ste 200. 804-594-3130. Ashtanga Prep (Level 1/2) – 6:15pm. See Sun listing. $14/60 min, $16/75 min or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W. Cary St. (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com. Richmond Lymphedema Support Group – 3rd, 6:30-8pm. Free. Retreat Hospital Boardroom. Angela Denny, PT, CLT, 804-254-5164/Patty Donovan, 804-270-9071. Falun Gong Book Study – 7pm. Free. 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-747-1215. Insight Meditation – 7-8:30pm. 40-min meditation followed by recorded dharma talk & discussion. Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. Contact: 804-852-2976, n_hsu@msn.com.

wednesday Svaroopa Yoga, Embodyment Yoga Therapy – See Sun listing. PeacefulBodyYoga.com. 804-356-7477. Walk w/Certified Instructor – See Tues listing. Details/locations: Vanessa, 804-350-6721. Journal Writing Practice Group – 1-3pm. Using journaling, dreamwork & related practices to deepen one’s inner work. Linda Anson. $25. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. Spaces/dates: 804-337-5197. Prenatal Yoga – 5:45pm. See Sun listing. Kyra Haigh. $112/8 classes. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond,

Journal Writing Practice Group – 3-5pm. See Wed listing. Linda Anson. $25. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. Spaces/dates: 804-337-5197.

2902 W Cary St. 804-622-8211. AshtangaYoga Richmond.com. Prenatal Yoga – 6pm. Mary Jo Lowery. St Mary’s Hospital. 804-814-7079. Yoga Nidra – 4th, 6-7pm. Begin w/several minutes of yoga postures then move into Yoga Nidra, “yogic sleep.” This meditative experience helps center the mind & enter into a state of clarity/calmness. Liz Malaugh. $10. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org. Tai Chi – 6:30-7:45pm. Warm-ups & meditation (w/ short 13 movement form). Lili Just Simons, Divine Therapy. $60/mo, $20/drop-in. Humphrey Calder Comm Ctr, 414 N Thompson St. 804-257-5573 or DivineTherapy.net. “Let Your Soul Speak” Journaling Practice – 1st, 7-8:15pm. Evening of reflection & writing. Elaine Kiziah/Ann Forburger. $5 donation. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org. Richmond Zen – 7-8:20pm. Meditation. Instruction avail. 3411 Grove Ave. 804-366-5546. Richmond Zen.org. Adyashanti Gathering – 7-9pm. 30-minute meditation followed by recorded Adyashanti talk & discussion. Meetup.com/Focus-on-Awakening. Info on Adyashanti: Adyashanti.org. Ashtanga Prep (Level 1/2) – 7:15pm. See Sun listing. $14/60 min, $16/75 min or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W. Cary St. (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com.

Insight Meditation – 5:45-7:30pm. See Tues listing. Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. Contact: 804-852-2976, n_hsu@msn.com. topics at Earth Essentials RVA Facebook page. Space limited. Balanced Within Therapies, 2567 Homeview Dr. RSVP: Lisa Cusano, 804.296.9284, EarthEssentialsRVA@gmail.com. AIHT Yoga Classes – 1:30-2:30pm & 7-8pm. Visit AIHTVA.com for class descriptions. $15/class, $100/mo unlim. American Institute of Healing Therapies, 10960 Three Chopt Rd, Ste A. 804-290-0980. Suicide Support Group – 3rd, 6:30-8pm. Connect w/community mbrs suffering from suicide loss & receive emotional support. Peer-facilitated; no mental health professionals guide grp. Safe grieving environment, free of stigma & judgment. Pusey House/First Baptist, 2705 Park Ave. SOSLRVA. wordpress.com. Evening Dream Group – 2nd, 7-9pm. No experience needed. All materials supplied. Just bring a dream or image. Cassandra Matt. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. Info: CMatt@DreampathLLC.com or 804-901-4583. Healing Touch Practice Group – 1st, 7-9:30pm. Pre-req HT Level 1. Ann Rust. Free. 2621 Radnor Pl, Midlo. 804-378-4606.

English Country Dancing – 7:30-9:30pm. Colonial Dance Club. Belmont Rec Ctr, 1600 Hilliard Rd. 804-744-3264.

$5 Community Class – 7:15pm. Dynamic Flow Thursdays. Explore more challenging postures & sequences in a faster paced flow-style class. Intermed to experienced practitioners. Cash only. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W. Cary St. (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com.

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VBAC Support Group – 2nd, 7:30pm. Mary Callender. Better Bodies Chiropractic, 1570 Early Settlers Rd, Chesterfield. 804-382-8222. VBACMom. CPM@gmail.com.

SoulCollage Group – 2x/mo. $25/session inclu supplies. Cassandra Matt. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. For schedule/reserve space: CMatt@Dreampath LLC.com, 804-901-4583. Svaroopa Yoga, Embodyment Yoga Therapy, Healing Touch, Reiki – See Tues listing. 804-3567477. MyPeacefulBody@gmail.com. Mindful Yoga – 9:15am. Gentle yoga & guided meditation. Susan Kratzer. $10 drop-in. St. Stephen’s Episcopal, Rm 18. 804-357-1737. Vinyasa Flow – 9:15-10:45am. Challenging class focusing on more advanced postures w/emphasis on alignment, form, core strength & internal awareness. Randi Weiss. $60/4 classes w/in month, $110/8 classes w/in month, $17/drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Center, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804741-5267. Info@GlenmoreYoga.com. Ashtanga Prep (Level 1/2) – 9:30am. See Sun listing. $14/60 min, $16/75 min or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W. Cary St. (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com.

friday Ongoing Dream Groups – Mornings. Cassandra Matt. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. Time & cost info: CMatt@DreampathLLC.com, 804-901-4583. Meditation Class – 9-10:15am. Short, gentle yoga practice & explore different styles of meditation. Sarah Thacker/Heather Rutherford/Mary Lou Bean. $60/4 classes w/in month, $110/8 classes w/in month, $17/drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Center, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. Info@GlenmoreYoga.com. AIHT Yoga Classes – 10-11am. Visit AIHTVA.com for class descriptions. $15/class, $100/mo unlim. American Institute of Healing Therapies, 10960 Three Chopt Rd, Ste A. 804-290-0980. Falun Gong Exercise Practice – 12:30-1pm. Free. Capitol Grounds, downtown. 804-747-1215.

SilverSneakers Group X Classes – 10 & 11:30am. See Tues listing. Details & locations: Vanessa, 804-350-6721.

First Fridays Energy Work – 1-4pm. Free. Cassandra Matt. Free. Patterson Ave near Parham. 804-901-4583.

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Caregiver Support Group – 3rd, 2-3:30pm. Free. Jewish Family Services, 6718 Patterson Ave. Register: 804-282-5644 x254.

Shamanic Drum Circle – 4th, 7:15-9:15pm. Celebrate the spirit world w/ others who hold the Earth sacred. Drum, rattle, move, dance, chant, shape shift, participate in life-changing shamanic journeying. Rob Murphy/Polly Lazaron. $20 donation. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

saturday AIHT Yoga Classes – 9-10am. Visit AIHTVA.com for class descriptions. $15/class, $100/mo unlim. American Institute of Healing Therapies, 10960 Three Chopt Rd, Ste A. 804-290-0980. Mommy & Baby Yoga – 10am. Moksha Yoga/Midwives For Haiti. $10. Bon Secours. PrenatalYoga@ MidwivesForHaiti.org; Meetup.com/Prenatal-YogaRichmond. Prenatal Yoga – 11:15am. Moksha Yoga/Midwives For Haiti. $10. Bon Secours. PrenatalYoga@MidwivesForHaiti.org; Meetup.com/Prenatal-YogaRichmond. Contra Dance – 2nd & 4th, 7-11pm. $7. Contra Dance Group. Lewis Ginter Rec Ctr. 804-247-9247/ Linda Salter, 804-266-7355. Dances of Universal Peace – 4th, 7:30pm. Sacred music/chants & simple circle dance. Friends Mtg, 4500 Kensington Ave. 804-231-5649.

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PRODUCTS/SERVICES AFFORDABLE DENTAL PLAN. Includes prescription, vision & chiropractic. Only $25/mo for entire household. All specialists included. No wait period. Ameriplan Dental Plus. 804-543-9750. deliveringonthepromise.com/elizabeth1. ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE & TAI CHI. Cultivate a peaceful body & a quiet mind w/lessons in the Alexander Technique & Tai Chi. Jo Ann Widner RN, M.AmSAT. 804-370-3906. JoWidner.com. HANDMADE JEWELRY. RoseTwist.com – jewelry made from roses.

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communityresourceguide CHINESE ACUPUNCTURE & HERBS

ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE & HEALTH CENTER Ruiping Chi, L.Ac., MD (China) 3924 Springfield Rd, Glen Allen 804-308-3561; 804-387-7651 AcupunctureVirginia.com

Trained and practiced in China since 1985. Specialties: pain management, allergies, fertility, gastro-intestinal disorders, insomnia, women’s heath, emotional issues, chronic medical conditions, cosmetic acupuncture.

Xiaoyan Wang, L.Ac., MD (China) 3721 Westerre Pkwy, Ste C, 23233 804-301-1784 AcupuncturistWang.com

Remee Gemo, L.Ac., MSAOM Monte Jackson, L.Ac., MSAOM South: 1604 Huguenot Rd, 23113 North: 7233 Mechanicsville Tpke, 23111 804-754-5108 AcuCenter-Richmond.com Voted one of the Best Alternative Health Centers by Style Weekly 2011-2015! Specialties: Women’s Health, IVF/ART Support, Infertility, Pain Management, Sports Injuries, Weight Loss, Acupuncture Facelift, Bells Palsy, Chronic Diseases. Appointments Monday-Sunday.

KRISTINA ASCHENBACH, L.AC.

MAEGAN HODGE, L.AC.

R. KEITH BELL, L.AC.

JOHN KANG, L.AC. 3900 Springfield Rd Glen Allen, VA 23060 804-513-4408 AznHealth.com

Coming from a family of Chinese doctors, John started apprenticing in Taiwan in 1995 before earning a Masters of Oriental Medicine from Meiji College. He treats a wide range of health issues, and specializes in infertility, mentalemotional disorders and gastrointestinal problems.

RIVER CITY COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE 1906 N Hamilton St, Ste E 804-200-4054 Info@RiverCityAcu.com RiverCityAcu.com

Oriental Medicine Specialists, P.C. 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071 OMSPC.com Founder of Richmond’s first Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture clinic, Keith is a nationally recognized expert in Holistic Health. For over 15 years, Keith has provided quality, personalized care, helping thousands achieve their wellness goals.

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Nationally certified in Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture. Since 1998, I offer individualized, constitutional health care using Western and Chinese herbs, diet and food therapy, cupping and moxibustion.

WORSLEY CLASSICAL FIVE-ELEMENT ACUPUNCTURE

Floyd M. Herdrich, M.Ac., L.Ac., MAP™ 804-698-0225 WorsleyInstitute.org Family Practice Acupuncture, since 1985, now in Ginter Park. Complementary & Alternative treatment for medical conditions: overriding emphasis on Wellness, Body-Mind-Spirit and quality of life. See ad, page 24.

Compassionate, comprehensive care near downtown. Affordable group acupuncture available, and private appointments. Specialties include acute and chronic pain, mental/emotional imbalances, allergies, headaches, digestive and women’s health concerns, Lyme. FSA/HSA accepted! Call M-F, appointments M-Th.

Essential Acupuncture, PLLC 5318 Patterson Ave, Ste E 804-922-3485, Richmond Info@EssAcu.com, EssAcu.com

Kristina offers individualized and compassionate care through acupuncture, herbal medicine and lifestyle guidance. Specialties i n c l u d e : w o m e n ’s h e a l t h , infertility, IVF support, menstrual irregularities, menopause symptoms, emotional health, digestive issues and support during life transitions.

Health Offerings, Inc. 804-497-8860, Richmond HealthOfferingsAcupuncture.com

Trained and practicing acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in China since 1983. Has extensive experience working as a doctor in Chinese hospitals, treating 30-40 patients per day. Your healthcare solution!

20 N 20th St, Ste A, Richmond 804-234-3843 Info@CenteredRichmond.com CenteredRichmondAcupuncture.com

ACUPUNCTURE CENTER OF RICHMOND

LISA CHRISTINA SMITH, DOM, L.AC.

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Acupuncture is most effective when you can afford treatment; more so when you can afford to get treatment regularly. $35-$55 new clients; $20-$40 for returning clients. MC/VI & HSA/FSA accepted! Open M-F. Online scheduling available.

AUTISM RICHMOND RADIANT HEALTH 1520 Huguenot Rd, Ste 113 Midlothian 804-379-3427 RichmondRadiantHealth.com

Autism recovery with Nutrigenomics. Correct deficits in metabolism and brain chemistry using gene analysis and supplements. Physical and occupational therapy with bodywork to rebalance nervous system and retrain the brain. Positive changes seen in three days. See ad, page 43.

AYURVEDA KAY FRANZ

Ayurveda Yoga Specialist By appt., email KHFranz@mac.com 804-305-6374, Richmond YogaAndGreenTea.com Ayurveda offers lifestyle practices that help bring you into balance with nature. This “knowledge of life,” dates back 5,000 years and is known as yoga’s sister science. Consultations offer collaborative solutions to leading a healthier lifestyle.

BEAUTY/COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE CENTER OF RICHMOND Remee Gemo, L.Ac., MSAOM 804-501-8060, Richmond LIFTFacialAcupuncture.com

Remee Gemo, L.Ac., originator of L.I.F.T. Facial Acupuncture provides effective, customized, anti-aging treatments to enhance beauty and youthfulness by utilizing natural, non-surgical methods to diminish wrinkles, lift sagging skin, brighten and improve the complexion.

BREAST THERMOGRAPHY IMAGE OF HEALTH

Cathy S. Phillips, CTT 2900 Polo Pkwy, Ste 103, Midlothian 804-748-7401 FightBC.com Breast Thermography uses infrared sensors to detect heat and increased blood flow around abnormal tissue. An abnormal thermogram indicates a future risk of breast disease. Interpreted by Jeanne Stryker, Board-Certified Radiologist.

CHIROPRACTOR DOMINION CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Elliot S. Eisenberg, DC 3904 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond 804-271-7920 DominionChiro.com

Chiropractic and Massage. Providing pain relief to wellness care for all ages; individualized care programs since 1984. Voted Richmond’s Top Chiropractor in Richmond Magazine’s annual survey. See ad, page 8.

COLON THERAPY JANICE BONNER, CT

Certified Colon Hydrotherapist Main Street Spa and Wellness Center 804-644-1084 MainStreetSpa.org A healthy colon is essential to a healthy body. It restores colon muscle tone, rebalances intestinal flora and improves overall health. Call now for your consultation.

EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE (EFT)

COLORPUNCTURE LIBBIE KARALOW, CMT, CCP 804-833-0899 AwakenFromWithin.com

Offering individual sessions as well as multiple practitioner sessions with Karen Madison. Intuitive and Integrative Energy/ Bodywork; Colorpuncture; Massage Therapy; Myofascial Release Therapy; Craniosacral Therapy Reiki.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY KAREN MADISON, CMT, BCST 1806 Libbie Ave Richmond, VA 23226 804-247-3561 AwakenFromWithin.com

“Awaken From Within” – Offering Individual and Multi-Practitioner Sessions; Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, Intuitive and Integrative Energy/Bodywork sessions; Spiral Synthesis; Cell and Core Belief Transformation; Myofascial Release Therapy; Reiki classes and other exciting and empowering workshops.

DENTISTRY DR. OLIVIA I. HART, DDS

10446 Ridgefield Pkwy Near Short Pump 804-740-4485 RichmondFamilyDentistry.com Accreditation with the International Academy of Oral Medical To x i c o l o g y. M e m b e r o f International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAMOT). Certified provider of Oral Cancer screening with Velscope. Mercuryfree dental practice. Family and cosmetic dentistry. Sedation dentistry-certified practice. Teeth whitening. Invisalign braces. See ad, page 2.

EMOTIONAL EATING/ VASCULAR THERAPY

WAITKUS COUNSELING GROUP

Pamela A. Waitkus, Ed.S., LPC, LMFT Offices in Colonial Heights & Richmond 804-526-9885 WaitkusCounselingGroup.com Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) offers rapid, effective relief from many emotional problems, including trauma, anxiety, phobias, anger, sadness and grief, and is effective in weight release and overcoming self-sabotage. See ad, page 10.

ENERGY HEALING DORTCH & ASSOCIATES

Charlene Dortch, CH, CHTP, ATP® 804-839-3123, Richmond DortchAndAssociates.com Clear blocks and restore balance to your life. Services include Spiritual Response Therapy, Hypnosis, Healing Touch, Reiki, ThetaHealing™, Emotional Freedom Techniques, life coaching, ATP®. See ad, page 9.

HEALING CREATIONS

Rev. Emily Pels, BFA, CHTP, RoHun Doctor 804-740-0509, West End EPels@aol.com EmilyPels.com Working together to help you to remember what an awesome gift you are to this world. Experience a powerful healing restoring Joy, Balance, Harmony, Pain Release. Offering Healing Touch, Energy Medicine, RoHun, Crystal Healing, Past Life Regression, Intuitive Art, Meditation Therapy.

HOLISTIC HEALING OPPORTUNITIES, INC

Ann Rust, HTCP/I, VortexHealing® Healing Touch/Quantum Touch/EFT 804-378-4606, Midlothian

EMOTIONAL EATING COACH & PHYSICAL VASCULAR THERAPY Pamela Biasca Losada MS, AADP 509-230-7593 PamelaBiascaLosada.com

Learn to cope with emotions and stress without using food. Get to the core of why food is your goto-place when dealing with challenges. Learn effective, individualized, and specific strategies to replace emotional eating. Good blood flow in the smallest vessels is the key to healing, regeneration, recovery and preventive processes in our body.

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Specializing in bringing wholeness by clearing deep-seated issues, releasing traumas, repatterning the hara, and reducing pain and stress using a variety of advanced healing techniques and Lightbody integration.

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ENERGY HEALING cont. SAGE CROSSINGS

LYDIA NITYA GRIFFITH 804-678-8568, Richmond YogaWithNitya.com

Elizabeth Sexton, MA, MS, RMT 1727 W Main St 804-677-4539, Richmond SageCrossings.com Offering Reiki, Healing Touch, EFT, Intuitive Advising, and Life Coaching to support you along the path of self-evolution. Providing mentoring in times of stress and change, and energy therapy to balance mind, body and emotion. See ad, page 26.

Outstanding personal attention. Get back into the healthy flow of life! Certified Traditional Feng Shui Consultant and Chinese Astrologer. Over 12 years of experience with hundreds of clients all over the U.S. Free Astrology Readings with every home or office consultation.

FERTILITY R. KEITH BELL, L.AC.

Oriental Medicine Specialists, P.C. 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071 Omspc.com/Conscious_Conceptions

PEGGY SIEGEL, MS

5318 Patterson Ave, Richmond 804-291-7785 Peggy.Siegel@gmail.com PeggySiegel.net

R. Keith Bell, Licensed Acupuncturist, will help you incorporate a holistic approach into your fertility plan. He provides pre-conception planning, pregnancy support, & post-partum care & works extensively with those using Assisted Reproductive Technology.

Unique combination of intuitive mentoring and energy healing with a focus on living with intention. Offering energetic support and grounded guidance for healing and transformation. In private practice in Richmond since 1998.

FITNESS DIVA BOOTCAMP

WELL INTO LIFE

804-424-1348 GetFit@DivaBootcamp.com DivaBootcamp.com

Carey Phillips, CMT, EEMCP, NCTMB 3001 Hungary Spring Rd, Ste C 804-205-6531, West End WellIntoLife.com

Enjoy the challenge of a bodypositive, year-round outdoor bootcamp for women. Classes are Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 5:30am, 8:30am & 9:45am. Come sweat with the best! See ad, page 6.

Intuitive and integrative bodywork. Eden Energy Medicine Certified Practitioner, Structural Integration and massage therapies. Bringing balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. Empowering individuals to live more vibrant lives!

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

FENG SHUI

HEALTH INSYNCS

FENG SHUI DIVA®

Sherron Marquina, DC, PAK 9210 Forest Hill Ave B-3, Richmond 804-377-2222 HealthInSyncs.com

Robyn Bentley 804-241-1685 FengShuiDiva.com

Make your home or business a positive place that works with you, not against you. Certified, professional Feng Shui consultations by Robyn Bentley can be done on site or remotely. Let’s talk about what you need and what’s standing in your way. Contact me today!

Board Certified Professional Applied Kinesiologist. Individualized care using functional diagnostics, gentle balancing methods, clinical nutrition, advanced therapies to solve difficult health problems or optimize your health.

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HEALTH PRODUCTS GOOD FOODS GROCERY

Gayton Crossing Shopping Center 1312 Gaskins Rd; 804-740-3518 Stony Point Shopping Center 3062 Stony Point Rd; 804-320-6767 GoodFoodsGrocery.com Natural Foods & Organic Produce. Bulk grains, fruits, spices & nuts. Herbs, vitamins & supplements. Prepared foods: vegetarian & vegan. Books, classes & education. Programs to support the community. See ad, page 13.

HOLISTIC HEALTH/ WELLNESS CENTER THE WELLNESS VILLAGE AT STARLING A Holistic Approach to Wellness 804-673-2936 1404 Starling Dr, Richmond TheWellnessVillage.com

We are a group of individual practitioners available full-time under one roof to provide you with holistic therapy options. We offer Massage Therapy, Colon Hydrotherapy, Acupuncture, Nutrition, Medical Hypnosis, LCSW, Pilates Studio, and Therapeutic Coaching.

HOLISTIC NURSE HAYAT BAIN, MSN, RN

Mandalas of Life 804-467-9674 MandalasOfLife@gmail.com Holistic nurse and interfaith minister serves families and individuals of all ages. Services include: Integration of nutrition and alternative health options to optimize well-being; Conscious Aging Program facilitation; weekly visits and care management to help elders maintain independence; life celebrations and blessings of all kinds in community.

ANNE LAMANTIA, RN

FreedomTooBe.com 804-467-2473 AnneLaMantia@verizon.net Ways to care for the body nutritionally, energetically, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Integrating all aspects of yourself for a more enriched & balanced lifestyle.

HYPNOTHERAPY ALTERNATIVE HEALTH & HEALING Louise Thayer-Lee, PhD. 804-921-5182 RURelaxed.com

Can’t stop smoking, biting your nails or overeating? What about the stress, chronic anxiety or low self esteem that keeps you stuck? There is a way, through the power of your mind, to create the best version of you. Get started with a 30-minute consult.

LASER THERAPY HEALTH INSYNCS

9210 Forest Hill Ave B-3, Richmond 804-377-2222 HealthInSyncs.com Laser therapy can reduce pain and swelling of strained muscles, tendonitis, irritated discs, inflamed nerves; can stimulate tissue repair and regeneration from old and new injuries. See our website for more information about laser therapy.

LIFE COACH THE MAIN CHANNEL, LLC Stephen D. Saunders, M.Ed 804-405-5216, Richmond Cecilia B. Thomas, M.Ed, M.Ht 804-432-1109, Richmond TheMainChannel.net

Gain more life balance in a relaxed, strictly confidential setting. Goal and results oriented. Free, 30-minute consultation. Further information available on our website.

LYMPHATIC MASSAGE DUSTY HOOKE, NCMT, CLT

3500 Grove Ave, Ste 106, Richmond 804-869-4214 DustyHookeMassage.com Specializing in Oncology/Mastectomy Massage and Lymphatic Therapy. This gentle touch helps detoxify tissue, reduces swelling caused by lymphedema, surgery or injury, and restores tissue mobility. Customized Therapeutic Massage and Massage Cupping are also available.

MASSAGES BY KIARA

MASSAGE THERAPY

3500 Grove Ave, Ste 106 804-537-0641 MassagesByKiara@gmail.com MassagesByKiara.com

GLENMORE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER

Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy Henrico, VA 23233 804-741-5267 Info@GlenmoreYoga.com GlenmoreYoga.com Providing Therapeutic Massage for 30+ years. Tailored to your needs including Deep Tissue, Tr i g g e r P o i n t , P r e n a t a l , Therapeutic, Hot Stone, Couples and Swedish Massage. T h a i Yo g a M a s s a g e , Reflexology, Reiki, and Infant Massage Training. Member BBB. See ad, page 26.

Your partner in wellness. Massages are integrated to meet your specific needs and goals. Massages by Kiara works with you, not on you. Support local, and feel the difference. See ad, page 6.

STILL POINT MASSAGE THERAPY, LLC Martha B. Tyler, RN, CMT 5318 Patterson Ave, Ste E 804-350-7647 StillPointRichmond.com

Martha draws upon 20 years of experience as a nurse and educator to promote health and wellness through loving bodywork. Multiple modalities and flexible scheduling offered. Email: Martha@StillPointRichmond.com.

LIBBIE KARALOW, CMT, CCP 804-833-0899, Richmond AwakenFromWithin.com

JAMIE LANEAVE, CMT, RAW FOOD COACH

Bardos Massage and Wellness, LLC 4124 E Parham Rd, Richmond, VA 23238 BardosMassageAndWellness.com Bardos means “an interval between two things”. It is a time when great healing can occur. Specializing in MediCupping, Far Infrared Sauna therapy, Detox Programs, Thai, Ashiatsu, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage and Raw Food Coaching. Call today at 804-672-3489.

MIDWIFE/NURSE-MIDWIFE THE WOMAN’S CENTER

Jean Curtacci, RN, CNM 13700 St Francis Blvd, MOB Ste 510 804-423-8462, Midlothian MyBonSecoursBaby.com As a certified nurse-midwife, Jean provides holistic care for women through all life stages. Jean has over 10 years of experience in women’s health care and is a strong proponent of disease prevention and wellness, patient education, informed decision making, and practicing evidencebased health care. See ad, page 3.

THE WOMAN’S CENTER

Melanie Hartman, CNM 13700 St Francis Blvd, MOB Ste 510 804-423-8462, Midlothian MyBonSecoursBaby.com

LIGHTEN UP MASSAGE AND WELLNESS

Linda Frazier, CMT, Usui Reiki Master 6130 Mechanicsville Tpke 804-874-1920, Mechanicsville LightenUpMassageRVA.com In practice since 1997. Intuitive massage and specializing in Medical Massage, Deep Tissue, Craniosacral, Usui Reiki and Vortex Healing®. Reiki sessions & monthly classes.

After practicing as a registered nurse in labor and delivery for seven years, Melanie pursued a graduate education in midwifery. Melanie is a certified nursemidwife who supports alternative birthing options. In addition to prenatal, postnatal and newborn care, she offers lactation support for new mothers. See ad, page 3.

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JOSH SESSIONS, CHHC

MIDWIFE/ NURSE-MIDWIFE cont.

Oriental Medicine Specialists, P.C. 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071; OMSPC.com JoshSessions.com

THE WOMAN’S CENTER

Brenda Radford, CNM 13700 St Francis Blvd, MOB Ste 510 804-423-8462, Midlothian MyBonSecoursBaby.com Brenda received her Masters of Science in Nursing from Old Dominion University and a Certificate in Nurse-Midwifery from Shenandoah University. In addition, Brenda is a boardcertified lactation consultant. See ad, page 3.

As a Certified Holistic Health Coach & Lifestyle Educator, Josh brings years of experience & unique insight to support & empower clients in achieving their goals, improving their health & living an inspired life.

PET CARE PETCARE RVA

Serving Richmond’s West End Linda Anson, Owner 804-337-5197 PetCareRVA.com

THE WOMAN’S CENTER

Jennifer Walker, CNM 13700 St Francis Blvd, MOB Ste 510 804-423-8462, Midlothian MyBonSecoursBaby.com Jennifer received her Master’s Degree as a Certified Nurse Midwife and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner from the University of Utah College of Nursing. One of her primary goals is to help women at all stages of their lives to achieve their greatest level of health and wellness. See ad, page 3.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE

We offer focused, individualized care for your pets when you cannot be there. We are bonded, insured, certified by PSI, and have received Red Cross Pet First Aid training to ensure the highest level of care. See ad, page 27.

PET HEALTH BETTY BAUGH’S ANIMAL CLINIC 5322 Patterson Ave, Richmond 804-288-7387 BettyBaughsAnimalClinic.com

Betty Baugh’s Animal Clinic offers traditional as well as holistic and herbal remedies. Please see our website for information on all services offered.

MASSAGEBODYWORK

DeeDee O’Neill, Flow Therapist Massagebodywork@ymail.com 917-689-1420, Henrico Myofascial Release may help relieve painful areas and deep adhesions. It involves applying gentle sustained pressure into restrictions in connective tissue to eliminate pain and restore motion. Emotional releases are not uncommon. Massage also available.

NUTRITIONAL CONSULTING BAYLOR RICE, RPH, FIACP

South River Compounding Pharmacy 11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447; SouthRiverRx.com Our expert staff offers Counseling for: Weight Loss, Nutrition, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Stress, Pain Management, Autism, Bio-Identical Hormone R e p l a c e m e n t T h e r a p y, Sports Nutrition, Respiratory Conditions, AntiAging (Optimal Aging), Allergies, Skin Ailments, Auto-immune disorders, GI Issues, Chronic Disease (i.e., CFS/FM, RA, MS, etc.)…call today. We can help you get back on track. We also offer workshops, group and corporate programs. See ad, page 7.

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PHARMACY BAYLOR RICE, RPH, FIACP

South River Compounding Pharmacy 11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447; SouthRiverRx.com Customized medications—for people & pets—in unique dosage forms to eliminate dyes, sugar, lactose & alcohol, using state-ofthe-art technology. Personal consultations for health issues including Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Thyroid Therapy, Pain Management, Autism, and Dietary Concerns. Natural & herbal medicines; Health Screenings; Cortisol & hormone saliva testing; hair and stool analysis. Weight Loss Rx. We are a destination for health & wellness— your formula for optimal health. See ad, page 7.

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RX3 COMPOUNDING PHARMACY 12230 Ironbridge Rd, Ste C, Chester Phone: 804-717-5000 Fax: 804-717-8300 Rx3Pharmacy.com

As Virginia’s premier compounding pharmacy, Rx3 has led the way in innovation and quality for 20 years. Nationally accredited and committed to product quality and safety. Specializing in BioIdentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Pain Management, Veterinary Compounding, Sterile Preparations and a full line of nutritional supplements. See ad, page 11.

PHYSICIAN RUMKI BANERJEE, M.D.

Family Physician Apex MD 5310 Twin Hickory Rd, Glen Allen 804-273-0010 Apex-MD.com Trained and Certified by American Board of Integrated Holistic Medicine. Specialties: Chronic disease management by integrating Holistic approach; Diet management for hypertension, gout, cancer, arthritis, kidney disease, weight loss. See ad, back page.

MATTHEW C. LEE, M.D., RPH, MS 5700 Old Richmond Ave, Ste A-5 (Off Libbie, near St. Mary’s) 804-358-1492 eLEEtePhysicians.com

Integrative approach to medicine, optimizing a realistic plan for your health/disease management. As a pharmacist, I review your medications to determine which ones are needed. Implement alternative therapies. Web visits available for established patients. See ad, page 21.

NANCY A. POWELL, M.D.

River’s Way Healthcare of Virginia, PLLC 1791 Cambridge Dr, Ste 203, Richmond 804-658-0435 RiversWayHealthcareVA.com Providing traditional and alternative approaches to support the body’s ability to heal itself. Health assessments, management of health problems through a functional approach. See ad, page 10.

WILLIAM A. SQUIRES, M.D. Partners in Family Medicine 430 Claremont Ct Colonial Heights 23834 804-526-1130

Family medical practice specializing in complex symptomatology, chronic Lyme disease and geriatrics. Offering a holistic, open-minded and preventative approach to health care that focuses on the root cause of illness, not just the symptoms.

THERMOGRAPHY

SENIOR SERVICES ALTERNATIVE AGING FITNESS AND WELLNESS

Ryan Duffy, MSG, Gerontologist, Health and Wellness Coach 203-241-4825, Richmond AlternativeAging@gmail.com AlternativeAging.com

DEBBIE TROXELL, RN, MSNH

Thermographer The Wellness Village 1404 Starling Dr, Richmond 804-683-7774 EleetePhysicians.com/thermography.php Safe, non-invasive, radiation-free image screening. Preserve your breast, heart health and much more. Live happier and healthier longer! Interpreted by Matthew Lee, MD, RPh. See ad, page 8.

Ryan Duffy is here to help you and your loved ones age well. With your needs guiding the way, he can help develop a plan for the future. Call now for a free consultation.

QIGONG THERAPY JOY BLACK

Qigong Instructor and Healing Practitioner 555 Southlake Blvd, Ste C-2 804-971-7135 GoodEnergyForLife.net Qigong classes and therapies improve flexibility, balance, sleep, digestion and the ability to transform stress into vitality. Develop healing mind-body connections through movement, meditation, breath work and intention. Receive healing and rebalance energies with the Medical Qigong therapies of Chi Nei Tsang, Transcutaneous Acupuncture and Accunect.

RECONNECTIVE HEALING® THE RECONNECTION® & RECONNECTIVE HEALING®

Kaille M. Padgett, Associate Instructor & Practitioner Mentor 804-402-4985, Richmond Kaille@LightWithinYou.com Personally experience the wonder of these astonishing new frequencies that enhance and fuel renewal functions of the body, increase vibratory levels for healing and personal development, and connect us to the fullness of Who We Are. See ad, page 33.

REFLEXOLOGY RELAXATION BY THE FOOT

Talia Moser, Reflexologist, IIR certified By appt., TMoser8@verizon.net 804-399-3353, Richmond TaliaMoser.com Reflexology is a holistic healing art. Applying pressure on points on the feet and hands stimulates a healing response in glands, organs and systems, resulting in better circulation, vitality and peace. International Institute of Reflexology certified.

GLENMORE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER

Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy Henrico, VA 23233 804-741-5267 Info@GlenmoreYoga.com GlenmoreYoga.com Consult with Nancy Glenmore Tatum, MSG, Gerontologist, Yoga and Massage Therapist, owner Glenmore Yoga & Wellness, to develop an individualized plan to meet your needs. Increase health, strength, flexibility, balance and confidence. 43 years experience. See ad, page 26.

SPIRITUAL HELP & HEALING BRUNO GROENING CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

Rick Laird & Mary Rowe, Leaders 800 Blanton Ave, 804-798-0063 Bruno-Groening.org/english Experience divine energy, freely available to everyone, for help and healing on the spiritual path through the teachings of Bruno Groening (1906-1959). Hear reports about medically verifiable healings, including freedom from addiction, depression and anxiety. Donations welcomed. Call for a free personal introduction.

YOGA ASHTANGA YOGA RICHMOND 2902 W Cary St, Richmond 804-622-8211 AshtangaYogaRichmond.com

Come experience the dynamic practice of Ashtanga and Vinyasa yoga next to the Byrd Theatre in Carytown. Offering daily classes for all levels, Prenatal Yoga and private lessons. New To Us: 3 classes/30 days – $30.

GLENMORE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER

Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico 804-741-5267 Info@GlenmoreYoga.com GlenmoreYoga.com Incorporate yoga into your life at Glenmore with our student focused classes, 30+ multi-level classes taught by certified registered Instructors. Gentle and Ageless to Vinyasa and Ashtanga. Voted Best Richmond Yoga Center. Teaching since 1970. See ad, page 26.

LYDIA NITYA GRIFFITH, E-RYT 200 Specializing in Yoga for Children 804-678-8568, Richmond YogaWithNitya.com

TAI CHI/QIGONG FLOYD HERDRICH, L.AC. Tai Chi Chuan Instructor Tuesday Evenings, 6-7:15pm 804-698-0225, Richmond

At Battery Park Christian Church, Ginter Park. Classical style Tai Chi Chuan, the 38 posture short form. Essential movements to strengthen/enhance health and develop spiritual practice. See ad, page 24.

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Locally renowned yoga instructor offering classes and private instruction for children as well as summer yoga camp, Yoga with Nitya DVD and children’s book, A Child’s Journey Into Yoga. Private and corporate adult classes, retreats and teacher training.

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YOGA cont. HEALTHY LIFE YOGA

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INTEGRAL YOGA® CENTER OF RICHMOND

Nora Vimala Pozzi, E-RYT 500, PRYT, Director 213 Roseneath Rd (behind Temple Beth-El) 804-342-1061, YogaHelps.com Teaching since 1992. Training since 1999. Yoga for balancing life challenges + experiencing peace. Expert in Yoga Philosophy, Cancer, Arthritis, Anxiety, PTSD + other health conditions. On faculty at Yogaville, national/ international speaker. Classes include asanas, breathing, chanting, meditation, relaxation, philosophy. Personalized attention.

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Serene Yoga Center in rolling Virginia Woodlands. Integral Yoga Teacher Trainings. Silent and Individual Retreats. Workshops. Yoga classes. Meditation. Guest Stays. Welcome Weekends. Vegetarian Meals. See ad, page 24.

Yoga Source offers a wide variety of yoga and barre classes for all levels, ages and abilities. Get moving, slow down or integrate your body and mind with us. Shop our yoga boutique for all your yoga needs!

SHOCKOE SLIP YOGA STUDIO 1307-A E Cary St 804-343-2010 ShockoeSlipYoga.com YogalandRVA@gmail.com

Richmond’s newest premier yoga studio, located conveniently in Historic Downtown Richmond. Shockoe Slip Yoga has it all. Everything from Hatha, Vinyasa, Rocket, Restorative and the newest Surf Set Fitness & Yoga. We welcome all levels.

YOGA THERAPY PHOENIX RISING YOGA THERAPY Nora Vimala Pozzi, E-RYT 500, PRYT 804-342-1061, Vimala@YogaHelps.com YogaHelps.com

A unique body-mind healing practice that combines gentle yoga with active listening to facilitate self-discovery and exploration of the relationship between our body, mind and life.

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320 Libbie Ave OmOnYoga.com 804-282-9642 Info@OmOnYoga.com Richmond’s Premier Yoga Studio and Clothing Boutique located in the Libbie & Grove Neighborhood, with 35+ classes/week including Beginner, Vinyasa, Kids, Teens, 200- and 300-Hour Teacher Training, as well as Annual Wellness Retreats.

Experience the immediate, reliable results of this restorative yoga that releases deeply held tensions in core muscles along the spine. Small classes for all levels of fitness, meeting your body right where it is. Embodyment Yoga® Therapy, meditation classes and workshops.

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