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hat do creativity, cartoons, dandelions, yoga and fuel-efficient cars all have in common? They are all part of this edition of Natural Awakenings magazine! We celebrate different types of creativity and always incorporate National Yoga Month into our pages each September. Laura Reeves, local business coach, has written an article on page 7, which reminds us what steps we can take to recall our innate creative talents. In celebration of all that is inventive and inspired, I am happy to announce that we might be adding a comic strip to our pages every month. Rick Hotton is a Florida based cartoonist who creates a comic that is humorous and contemplative, whimsical and enlightened. Called Holy Molé, the article about the artist and his work can be found on page 31. Send me some feedback on our Facebook fanpage at www.facebook. com/NaturalAwakeningsTallahassee, and let me know if you would like to see this comic strip every month! Don’t we all love dandelions? The little yellow flower, that some deem simply a weed. We love the little yellow buds when they bloom, and as children clasped them in our hands as we rushed them to our mother. At the end of Summer, our flower friends transformed into fluffy white magic, that once we made a wish and blew, we knew it was only a matter of time before the seeds of our dreams would plant themselves and grow. In the spirit of the magic and the enduring quality of the dandelion, the 1st Annual Dandi Awards will take place in early October. It will be a special awards ceremony honoring local business entrepreneurs and how they support a community by their tenacity and creativity. Held at the Hotel Duval in downtown Tallahassee, September is the call for tickets! Everyone is encouraged to come out and support the small business owners who keep our local economy thriving.

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One of my favorite things about the September issue is our nod to and support of everything Yoga! A very informative article on page 18 explains the various types and styles of yoga. Incorporated into those pages, are several of our own local and amazingly talented Yoga instructors. I invite you to check out www.yogamonth.org. Going to that website, you can find local yoga classes that are FREE all this month, or even better, go to page 24 of this issue and find a FREE class listed here in Tallahassee. How do fuel-efficient cars come into play this month? Well, it is a nod to my husband, as he recently traded in his old car for a new Kia Sorrento. We researched for many months on the best car to suit our family and one that supported our personal efforts towards a greener lifestyle. The Sorrento gets fantastic gas mileage and my husband couldn’t be happier. Our salesperson, Colleen, is also a new advertiser with us, because she, too, believes in the product that she sells as a way to help us all live in a more Earth-friendly way. I invite you to give Colleen a call.

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8 healthbriefs

10 globalbriefs 14 healthykids

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Hands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind, Body and Spirit

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27 healingways 32 naturalpet

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22 SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

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24 GLUTEN-FREE BAKING

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27 GLUTEN: TRUST YOUR GUT Scientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity by Claire O’Neil

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28 HANDMADE HAPPINESS A Hands-On Approach to Authentic Living by Judith Fertig

32 PET TRUSTS Peace of Mind for Your Pet’s Future by Kimberly A. Colgate, Esq.

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Tallahassee Loves to Go Solar

he City of Tallahassee has agreed to purchase 1MW (megawatt) of renewable energy from two locally owned companies, SunnyLand Solar, LLC and SolarSink, LLC , which manufacture components and install new solar energy technology developed by Florida State University. This will complement the City’s clean energy portfolio and create new jobs.    The renewable energy will flow directly to City residents by connecting with the Tallahassee distribution network and provide enough energy to power about 90 homes. While this technology is still emerging, the companies believe they can be effective in lowering the cost to build the solar systems and demonstrate a successful business case for future buyers. The clean energy from the sun will be added to the grid and will bring the total installed solar generation in Tallahassee to about 2 MW.

Community Gardens Keep Growing

fter months of planning by devoted teachers, parents, school board members and community members, Kate Sullivan Elementary Garden Committee proudly announces the completion of phase 1 of the Community School Garden completed in August 2011. The finished garden is approximately 150 sq ft. including a spigot and two raised garden beds. The garden will eventually include compost and vermiculture bins, bench seating and enough raised beds for each grade level to create their own garden. The garden will be for students as well as the community and is accessible to people with disabilities. This space will serve as an outdoor classroom with curriculum-based activities that meet statewide learning benchmarks in most learning categories including math, science, language and art. Along with the Department of Education, the garden committee developed a comprehensive guide for teachers based on Gardening for Grades, written by Florida Agriculture in the Classroom, Inc. In addition, our local Nathan Ballentine of Tallahassee Food Gardens helped guide the garden committee in our creation of a living educational space. We hope that Community-based projects like this one will provide an inspiration for other schools and show teachers how their work can provide students with a hands-on learning while experiencing the fun of the outdoors. Funding for this project was generously provided by the Betton Hills Neighborhood Association, and the Kate Sullivan PTA. If you are interested in becoming a part of this exciting new project, please contact the garden coordinator Kelley Des Marais at katesullivangarden@gmail.com.

Wild & Scenic Film Festival

he Apalachicola Riverkeeper is hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival for the 4th consecutive year. The 2011 Festival will be on September 2 and 3 in Apalachicola at the Dixie Theater, 21 Avenue E, Apalachicola; and on September 10 in Marianna at the Gazebo Coffee Shoppe & Deli, 4412 Lafayette Street. Admission is free. Considered the largest environmental film festival, this year’s films include a combination of local interest films and films that take you to exotic places. Merrill Livingston will be screening her local film, “A Different Way of Doing Business” about creating a sustainable community grocery in Red Bay, Florida. On Friday night September 2, Merrill will be on hand in Apalachicola with Charles Morgan, Red Bay Grocery founder and entrepreneur to talk about creating the film. On Saturday, September 3 in Apalachicola, Jonathan Wickham will be the featured speaker. Wickham is producer of Saturday’s feature film, “Chattahoochee, Water Wars to Water Vision” with Rhett Turner of Red Sky Productions. Ironically, as the latest news on allocations of water in the Apalachicola River have been the subject of recent judicial decisions, the message of the film “Chattahoochee” becomes even more relevant. Additional films include “Eagle Among the Swarm,” a visit to the 20,000 eagles that populate Boundary Bay, British Columbia; “Eastern Rises,” fly fisherman in the last wild place on earth, Kamchatka Russia. Journey into wild caves with “Into Darkness” and explore the Pine Rocklands of Everglades National Park in “Pine Rockland Composition.” The films aim to inform, inspire and ignite solution and possibilities to restore the earth and human communities while creating a positive future for the next generation. Apalachicola Riverkeeper will present these original films with grants from Patagonia and the Franklin County Tourist Development Council as well as other local sponsors. Apalachicola Riverkeeper offers this year’s film festival free of charge and invites all to join them to celebrate nature through these films. For more information, please contact Apalachicola Riverkeeper, (850) 653-8936 or go to our website www.apalachicolariverkeeper.org or email riverkeeper@apalachicolariverkeeper.org. The Apalachicola Riverkeeper provides stewardship and advocacy for the protection of the Apalachicola River and Bay, its tributaries and watersheds, in order to improve and maintain its environmental integrity, and to preserve its natural, scenic, recreational and commercial fishing character. Established in 1999 and licensed by the Waterkeeper Alliance as one of 196 waterkeeper organizations worldwide. natural awakenings

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newsbriefs Giving Back So Everyone Can Smile

Namaste Yoga Celebrates 10th Anniversary

r. William McFatter, an area dentist whose expertise is in dentures and implants, and who has been serving the South Georgia and North Florida area for over 22 years, has recently returned from his second dental mission to the Dominican Republic, giving back to the people of Santiago. Dr. McFatter traveled with over 30 dental health professionals on the mission trip as part of a group organized by Dr. Arun Garg of Implant Seminars. Dr Garg’s group coordinated the trip and personally packed as many dental implant supplies as they could bring to the medical facilities in Santiago, the second largest city in the Dominican Republic. To date the dentists have provided more than $1.5 million in-gratis health care. Over three days, Dr, McFatter says he saw hundreds of patients who waited for hours for the free care. After his second trip to Santiago, Dr. McFatter made it clear it would not be his last and has plans to return later next year. “There is more work to do and I think they are counting on us to follow through,” McFatter said. “We’re hoping to get some restorative companies involved so we can help move these cases along. It is not enough to just go place implants on people if you can’t finish what you started, and this is what we hope to get organized for our next trip. One thing I know about Dr. Garg’s group is they will find a way to get this done,” McFatter said. Dr. McFatter is a graduate of the Emory University Dental School and founder of the Beachton Denture Clinic in Thomasville, Georgia. Over the past 22 years, he has placed an emphasis on implants and dentures. He is a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and the International Congress of Oral Implantology. To learn more about Dr. McFatter and Beachton, visit his website at http://www.beachtondenture.com

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amaste Yoga celebrates its 10th anniversary with an Open House for the public on September 18, from 12:00-3:30 pm. The yoga center is located at 11369B East Lafayette Street. Everyone who attends the event receives a coupon for a free class and a chance to win prizes that include certificates for 5-class passes, tee shirts and a designer yoga bag. Current Namaste students can earn an additional free pass by bringing a friend who purchases a multiclass pass. Attendees will have a chance to meet Namaste’s yoga instructors, enjoy refreshments, and participate in mini yoga classes. Namaste offers yoga classes in a lovely facility with two classrooms. Namaste currently offers daily classes, 7 days a week, by 10 different yoga teachers trained in a variety of yoga styles. Students can choose from a spectrum of gentle, meditative yoga, to moderate or vigorous yoga including Kripalu, Iyengar, Kundalini, Viniyoga, Hot Yoga, Yoga Flow, and Restorative Yoga. Beginning September 23, Namaste Yoga will also offer a donation class as a gift to their community on Fridays from 5:30-6:30 pm. The class is open to everyone--those new to yoga, as well as current Namaste or other yoga students. So if you’ve been curious about a particular style of yoga, but have been hesitant to venture out of your comfort zone, now is a good opportunity to experience something new. You will have an opportunity to experience a different teacher each week, teaching her particular style of yoga. Just come and pay whatever amount you can. Donations for the class will go to The Village, a halfway house for homeless veterans. Seva is a sanskirt word meaning “selfless service,” a core tenant of yoga and part of Namaste’s vision to support and contribute to our community in a positive way. Just as our veterans have served us, we wish to serve our community and to show our gratitude for the service of the veterans. For more directions or more information on yoga classes go to www.namaste-tallahassee.com or call 222-0003.

creativity to be a consistent and reliable result. Generally, the spark of an idea comes from either a commonly referenced source or unexpectedly from an event, conversation or interaction. The process after that varies slightly from person to person but usually involves recording the idea, research and/ or comparison of similar ideas, and then examination of the potential of the idea by either putting it in play or holding it for further thought. For example: an artist might see a nature scene while driving and then try to incorporate it into a current painting or sketch it and set it aside for a future canvas.

Practice - Ah, it does make perfect! Take time daily to do

Creativity for Everyone: Five Steps to Make It Happen

Creativity is...seeing something that doesn’t exist already. You need to find out how you can bring it into being and that way be a playmate with God. -Michele Shea

ho is creative? Why you are! Everyone is creative. Whenever you open the refrigerator door and sigh with frustration at having ‘nothing to eat’ and still manage to put a tasty and nutritious dinner on the table - you are creative. When you run into a traffic jam and find an alternative route that gets you to your destination on time - you are creative. When comforting a friend that is grieving a loss and the words of solace come unbidden to your lips - you are creative. Creativity is not a skill, a talent, or a gift. Creativity is a mindset, an outlook, a perspective. A creative person sees the world and relationships in a frame that not only allows for coloring outside the lines, but actively encourages it. How can you recognize and nurture your own creativity? By practicing these simple steps you will be amazed at how your own creativity flourishes.

Immersion - Read, view, listen, talk. Hang around creative people. Go to art shows, concerts, poetry readings, community events, classes. By participating in creative activities your own creativity is fed and you become more aware of how creativity actually works. Creativity is most often about dedicated, grinding work and not flashes of inspirations, although those happen, but not frequently enough!

Awareness - The oft-repeated phrase of ‘the creative process’ is quite accurate. There is a sequential aspect to creativity that most are unaware of that needs to be attended to in order for

something that fires your creative engine. Write down your thoughts about anything that inspired you or made you think about something in a different way. Whether you can draw or not, sketch or doodle something on a piece of paper, a whiteboard or on anything that won’t get you arrested! If you play an instrument, do it every day even if only for 5 minutes. The act of generating a creative product will literally engage your entire brain, both left and right hemispheres, so that the connections you need to be more creative become hard-wired into your brain.

Launch - Just do it already! That’s right, your creativity needs to be shared in order for you to build on your own creative nature. Sharing your creation puts wings on your efforts to become more creative. Friends, colleagues, critics—all can be extremely valuable in honing your skills and inspiring you to do more. Being receptive to feedback is a premium tool to dig deeper, expand further and widen your options for future projects. Look at it as the fuel for further creation. Fire up your creative engine by using these observations to question your art or product and determine where you want to take it. Your creation must be out there for you to know if it is truly the inspired result of your desire.

Reflection - This could be the most important step of all: profound and honest thought about your creation. What spurred this? Where did the inspiration come from and is it repeatable? What is the purpose? How did you feel about sharing your creation? What was the result of this creation? Was it what you wanted, or were you doing it for some other reason? These and many, many more questions need to be answered after each act of creation. It is vital to continued creativity that whatever produced is an honest and intuitive reflection of you as a person. You cannot be creative living or working someone else’s life or vocation. Your creation is an extension of your spirit, your mind, and your wisdom. Be sure to make it true. So back to the original question - who is creative? We all are in some way. Those who consistently follow these steps are fortunate to be able to realize their unique creativity every day. So here’s to your creativity! Laura L. Reeves CCP, is a certified business coach, consultant, trainer, writer, and speaker. She has been in business for over 30 years and has learned to be joyfully creative in the most challenging and outrageous of situations. Common Sense Practice, LLC, www.commonsensepractice.com. natural awakenings

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healthbriefs

Tai Chi Can Turn Depression Around

recent study published in the online edition of The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry reveals that more than 2 million people age 65 and older suffer from depression, including 50 percent of nursing home residents. In seeking an alternative to aggressive drug treatments, researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), turned to a gentle, westernized version of Tai chi, a 2,000-year-old Chinese martial art. During the study, 112 adults age 60 or older that had been diagnosed with major depression were treated with a standard antidepressant drug for four weeks. The 73 adults that showed only partial improvement continued to receive the medication, but were also assigned to 10 weeks of either Tai chi or health education classes. The group practicing Tai chi experienced greater improvement in their levels of depression, as well as an enhanced quality of life, better cognition and more overall energy than the non-practicing group. Dr. Helen Lavretsky, the study’s first author and a UCLA professor-in-residence of psychiatry, says, “This study shows that adding a mind-body exercise like Tai chi, that is widely available in the community, can improve the outcomes of treating depression in older adults that may also have other, coexisting medical conditions or cognitive impairment. With Tai chi, we may be able to treat these conditions without exposing them to additional medications.”

Exercise Pinches Salt’s Effects

alt in the diet becomes less of a concern for individuals that are physically active, according to a presentation at this year’s American Heart Association conference sessions on nutrition, physical activity and metabolism, and cardiovascular disease epidemiology and prevention. The scientists behind the study concluded that the more active people are, the less their blood pressure rises in response to the amount of salt in their food. Study participants comprised 1,906 Han Chinese adults (average age, 38) in the Genetic Epidemiology Network of Salt Sensitivity project, designed to identify genetic and environmental factors contributing to salt sensitivity.

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Children at Risk for Eating Disorders

he obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend: Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight, reports a new Taiwanese study of 15,716 school pupils, published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing. Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight. Unfortunately, studies in the United States show similar trends. According to The Eating Disorder Foundation, 46 percent of 10-yearold girls are dieting, have a fear of fatness or are binge eating, and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms. Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems. The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep, eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks. They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen. Source: Wiley-Blackwell

Benefit-Boosting Broccoli Sprouts

roccoli has become a gold medal contender among vegetables, so how often should we eat it to reap all of its health benefits? Elizabeth Jeffery, a University of Illinois professor of nutritional sciences, explains: “Broccoli, prepared correctly, is an extremely potent cancerfighting agent—three to five servings a week are enough to have an effect. To get broccoli’s benefits, though, the enzyme myrosinase has to be present; if not, sulforaphane, broccoli’s cancer-preventive and anti-inflammatory component, doesn’t form.” According to Jeffery, myrosinase is often destroyed by overcooking. Health-conscious consumers that use broccoli powder supplements in recipes to boost their nutrition also are missing out, she says, because the supplements often do not contain the needed enzyme. A solution: Jeffery suggests incorporating fresh broccoli sprouts into our diet. Available at most grocery and health food stores, the sprouts contain abundant myrosinase. Source: University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences

Electromagnetic Therapy Lifts the Blues

study published in the journal Brain Stimulation, involving 301 patients, found that transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) non-invasive therapy can be an effective, longterm treatment for major depression. TMS works by delivering a series of electrical pulses to the part of the brain associated with depression and other mood disorders. This generates an electric current in the brain that stimulates neurons to increase the release of mood-enhancing chemicals such as serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine. TMS has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and can be performed on an outpatient basis in a psychiatrist’s office.

The Write Stuff Eases Anxiety

tudents can combat test anxiety and post better results by writing about their worries just before taking an exam, according to a recent University of Chicago study published in the journal Science. Those prone to testing jitters improved their high-stakes test scores by nearly one grade point after they were given 10 minutes beforehand to write about what was causing their fears. Sian Beilock, an associate professor in psychology and the study’s senior author, is one of the nation’s leading experts on the phenomenon of “choking under pressure,” instances in which talented people perform below their skill level when presented with a particularly challenging experience. She explains that feeling under pressure can deplete a part of the brain’s processing power known as working memory, a sort of mental scratch pad that allows us to retrieve and use information relevant to the task at hand. The writing exercise allowed students to unload their anxieties before taking the test and freed up the needed brainpower to complete it with greater success. Beilock adds, “We think this type of writing will help people perform their best in a variety of pressure-filled situations, whether it is a big presentation to a client, a speech to an audience or even a job interview.”

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September 21 Brings International Peace Day Since its inception in 1981 at the United Nations, Peace Day has marked personal and planetary progress toward peace. Each year, events commemorating and celebrating peace involve millions of people throughout the world. This year’s 30th anniversary theme, Make Your Voice Heard, pays tribute to the many civil society activists that have lent the strength of their imagination to the institution of peace. Anyone can celebrate Peace Day. It can be as simple as lighting a candle at noon and just sitting in silent meditation. Or, it may evolve into engaging co-workers, organizations, communities or local government in a larger event. The impact of coming together for one day of peace is immense. The International Day of Peace is also a Day of Ceasefire—both personal and political. Why not take this opportunity to make peace in your own relationships as a start to positively influencing the larger conflicts of our time, by holding participants kindly in your thoughts? Imagine what a whole day of ceasefire could mean to humankind. Visit InternationalDayOfPeace.org.

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Tidal Turbines on the Way

The road to success is always under construction. ~Lily Tomlin

Harnessing the power of tidal currents to produce electricity may seem like a new idea, but President Franklin D. Roosevelt started the first U.S. government test project in Eastport, Maine. The site sits across from Canada’s Nova Scotia on the American side of the Bay of Fundy, known for its tremendous tides. “The tides are about as reliable as anything in nature, so you can predict years in advance how much power you will have at a given time—that’s a great advantage,” says Paul Jacobson, Ph.D., ocean energy leader of the Electric Power Research Institute. New tidal technologies are inspired by wind turbines and are mounted on the seafloor, where they slowly spin in the current, out of sight. Ongoing tests by the University of Maine suggest no effect on marine life, which seem to avoid the devices. Several companies are in the hunt to be the industry pioneer, but the Maine-based Ocean Renewable Power Company already has plans to deploy a full-scale 150-kilowatt unit, the first tidal device to be connected to a U.S. electrical grid, off of Eastport later this year. They expect to add more units by 2015, to initially yield a total of five megawatts of current, enough to power about 4,000 homes. Source: The Christian Science Monitor

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September 22 is World Carfree Day, and people all over the world are pledging to ditch their cars and travel by bikes or mass transit or walk. It’s not always easy to go without a car. Some places have better options than others, and some allow more access for cyclers. Here are some tips to get started. Piggyback. Combine biking and another form of transit, like a bus or train. Many systems let bicyclists take a bike on board. Freshen up. If walking or biking is sweaty going, pack another shirt and some deodorant before leaving home. Just allow for a few extra minutes in the restroom upon arrival at work or another destination. Buddy up. Riding with a carfree companion can help keep kindred spirits consistently on mission. Plan the day’s route. Online, Google Transit covers close to 55 cities nationwide and can aid in locating the most direct bus and train routes in a given area. Yahoo Maps, Google Earth and others also are available on most smart phones. Map it out. Use local or online maps to find the safest, most comfortable roads for walking or biking. There may be neighborhood roads with a lot less traffic that run parallel to major roads. Watch the weather. If rain is in the forecast, grab a slicker or umbrella and choose water-resistant boots before departing; roll up and tuck in long pants.

Governments around the world are taking action to protect sharks. News from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) points out that sharks are more valuable alive than dead, because they keep ecosystems healthy. Plus, shark-related tourism is becoming a major industry. All of this value is squandered when an estimated 26 to 73 million sharks are killed annually for short-term gain from the sale of their fins. The Chilean National Congress has passed legislation that bans shark finning in their waters, even though the country has been a major exporter of shark fins for soup, and The Bahamas recently joined Honduras, the Maldives and Palau in outlawing the practice. Hawaii and Fiji also realize that because sharks swim into unprotected waters, banning the sale and trade of fins is the best way to protect sharks. California is working on a similar approach. NRDC is calling on nations to do what they can by putting an end to finning in their waters or by stopping the trade of fins in their country, prior to the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro next year.

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Religious Leaders Out of Touch with Sexuality Andrew Yip, Ph.D., lead author of a new report, Religion, Youth and Sexuality, a multi-faith study by sociologists from Nottingham and Nottingham Trent universities, in England, says that young people are finding it difficult to reconcile their religion with their sexuality. Nearly 700 students ages 18 through 25 were interviewed. More than 72 percent of them practice six different traditions: Christianity, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, Sikhism or a mixed faith. The study found that most feel that their religion is a positive force in their lives, but that religious leaders are out of touch with issues of sexuality. “There are young people that are finding it enormously difficult to combine their religion with their sexuality, especially if they are lesbian or gay,” says Sarah-Jane Page, Ph.D., a colleague of Yip. Almost a third of the young adults interviewed believe that celibacy is fulfilling, with the percentage of men leading that of women. More than 83 percent support the idea of monogamous relationships, with slightly more women than men valuing it, according to Yip. Source: The Guardian www.natallahassee.com

Your Order Is Ready “The thing always happens that you really believe in; and the belief in a thing makes it happen. “ -Frank Lloyd Wright (1869 - 1959) by Dr. Darlene Treese

he art and science of goal achievement has been described in so many different ways: Top Ten Steps, 101 Tips, and 50 Ways. All are said to be sure-fire, guaranteed, fast and easy. Read this book, say these words, buy this product and you will spontaneously get everything you want. Most people spend their entire lives searching for that magic bullet that will change everything. How we love to make simple things complicated and then rationalize the results we get! In truth, the results that we get in goal achievement (or non-achievement) are as reliable, dependable and impersonal as gravity. When you toss a ball into the air, you know it will come down. The ball does not care who threw it, what their history or previous experiences are, what kind of family or friends they have, what sign they are or what day of the week it is. The ball will always come down. The Laws for goal achievement are just as predictable. You will get what you think about and what you allow. And here’s the rub: do you really know what are you thinking about? Most will spend time in visualization creating the mental image of accomplishment or stuff they want to have. No more than 10 to 15 minutes a day for this is quite sufficient. If you can maintain a pure positive thought for 17 seconds without any negative intrusions, you are well on your way to achieving. It is by far easier to meditate and clear your mind completely than it is to hold fast and steady to the image of what you want to create without doubting its appearance. Listen to your mind chatter. “I want a million dollars but I don’t want to work hard” shows a belief system that says “you must work hard for everything”. “I want to win the lottery, but then I won’t know who my true friends are and who just wants some of that cash” shows a belief system of mistrusting others and your own discernment about them. “I want to be a national champ, but then people will expect this from me all the time and I don’t want that kind of pressure”

shows a fear of success. Indeed, we set up our own limitations by arguing against what we have ordered. Consider this. You are at a restaurant and order their blue plate special. The server writes this down and walks toward the kitchen, but then you decide instead to have a steak. She makes that change and as she turns to leave, you decide you’d rather have a hamburger. After changing you mind several times, she finally brings the water and crackers that you definitely decided on …. and you complain that there is such poor food and slow service at this restaurant…. even though others have told you of their wonderful experiences. Are you doing this? Consider this. You go to a furniture store and purchase a new living room set that will be delivered in 4 days. You do not go home and worry that your furniture is not coming. Instead, you move the old furniture out of the way, you clean the floors, and visualize how wonderful this room will look and imagine where you will place each piece. This is positive goal achievement and you can create anything that you want with exactly the same mindset. What will you create today? The choice is always yours…. and your order is ready. Dr. Darlene Treese has been in private practice in hypnosis and counseling since 1983. She is a Diplomate in Counseling with the National Institute of Sports, and has served as President of the American Psychotherapy and Medical Hypnosis Association. Dr. Dar is always available to help through office visits, email or telephone consultations. Call her at 850-201-0073 or visit www.AskDrTreese.com

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ARTFUL

KIDS Hands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind, Body and Spirit by Judith Fertig

ids’ active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically, mentally, emotionally and socially—whether they are painting, drawing, shaping pottery, performing in plays or musicals, dancing, storytelling, or making music. Studies culled by educators at Arizona’s Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts confirm the multiple benefits, ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure. Yet, with shrinking school budgets, cutting back on what are considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take, explains Anne Bryant, Ph.D., executive director of the National School Boards Association. Communities, in turn, must find new ways to counter this new financial reality. For example, an elementary school music or art teacher, once devoted to a single school, now may have to travel to several throughout a district.

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“Schools are under so much pressure due to dwindling resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes instead,” says Susan Tate, a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansas’ Lawrence Arts Center. Add in our digital culture—where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting device—and domestic situations in which busy parents aren’t keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies, and the result is, “These days, kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at home,” adds Tate. At young ages, children are likely to be more passive than active learners, says Sharon Burch, a music educator in Mystic, Iowa. They may listen, for example, to whatever tunes their parents play, instead of simpler, more age-appropriate songs. Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents, as well as in music classrooms. Fortunately, communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and crafts programs. Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents, grandparents and caregivers to do along with the kids.

Developing Mental Abilities

“Current studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brain,” Burch says. By active, she means physically tapping out a rhythm with sticks, singing a song, dancing to a beat, marching, playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate, physical movement. “To really light up the brain, you have to do something, not just passively listen.” Making music helps kids think, create, reason and express themselves, adds Burch. Practicing the art of simple storytelling, as well as having adults regularly r e a d i n g children’s literature with youngsters, can also have a profound impact. A 2003 study published in the American Educator, based on exhaustive research by Ph.D. psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart, showed that by age 4, a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels. Those growing up in a household of educated, professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1,500 more per hour) during these early years—and thus have a greater vocabulary—than those from welfare families. The researchers further documented more than

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five times the instances of encouraging feedback. They discovered a direct correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement. Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interaction—more storytelling, reading and parent-child discussions—that typically takes place in more affluent households.

Firing Imagination

“Our culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesn’t tap into the vastness of a child’s imagination,” observes Anne Austin Pearce, assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missouri’s Rockhurst University. Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling. “Also, there’s pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser, but art is not quantifiable in that way; art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they can’t do any other way. “When kids are drawing, they often talk as they are doing it,” she says. “You can then engage in a different kind of conversation with kids, just letting things happen and asking open questions. Kids tell their own stories.”

Confidence-Building

Kids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as dance, playing an instrument or acting in a play, “... will have an edge up that’s so critical as an adult,” concludes Verneda Edwards, executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District, near Kansas City. “Kids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts, they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform. That builds increasing confidence.” Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com.

Local Community Arts Resources

any communities offer arts programs for children of all ages and income levels. Libraries offer free read-along story times and opportunities to engage in crafts, illustrate stories and dance. This past summer, libraries across the country—from the Ephrata Public Library, in Pennsylvania, to the Mercer Island Library, in Washington state— utilized the theme of One World, Many Stories for their youth arts activities. Kindermusik, an international program with local affiliates, offers age-appropriate classes for newborns through age 7. If a child feels more kinship with Jack Black than Johann Sebastian Bach, then singing or playing guitars, drums or a keyboard might be the ticket at a nearby School of Rock program location. Private music, dance, art, pottery and theatre classes also are becoming popular activities for kids and their families. At community arts centers such as the Lawrence Arts Center, in Kansas, kids of all ages pull on a shirt or a smock and get busy with Mudpie Madness (working with clay), 3D Mania (sculpting with different materials) or building up their own painting and montage portfolios. At the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, in Indiana, preschoolers enjoy watching and participating in weekly plays, stories and songs—all using finger puppets. Community colleges, such as one in Alvin, Texas, offer arts classes like Picasso Pizzazz, encouraging kids in grades one through six to create their own masterpieces. Kids can Dance, Dance, Dance! in the Kids on Campus arts program at Bucks County Community College, in Bristol, Pennsylvania, or take ballet or cartooning lessons in year-round classes through Kingsborough Community College, in Brooklyn, New York. Local parks and recreation departments are other good resources for youth arts participation activities. Iowa’s Orange City Parks & Recreation Department, for example, offers Zip, Zap, Zog! Exploring Theatre, giving kids the chance to improvise with drama games, as well as develop acting and speaking skills. For more information visit these websites: [PUBLISHER TO INSERT LOCAL RESOURCES HERE]

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Eco-Fashionista Summer Rayne Oakes Models the Future by Kristin J. Bender

Fashion model Summer Rayne Oakes has created a growing platform for taking eco-fashion mainstream. She’s seen firsthand how a more sustainable lifestyle can start with something as simple as choosing certified organic lip balm or a pair of shoes made from organic cotton and recycled rubber.

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Armed with brains, beauty and an affinity with the natural world, Oakes signed with her first modeling agency after graduating. Today, at 27, she has built her own brand as a business consultant and spokeswoman, author and entrepreneur in the multibillion-dollar industry of environmentally friendly apparel and home products. Oakes says that being in nature is what makes her come to life. “I carry that with me through all of my work in the fashion industry. It keeps me incredibly grounded and gives me an opportunity to work with companies and organizations that mirror my values or operate in the spirit of becoming better

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Runaway Success

ecause of her close ties to environmental causes, Oakes is known as “The eco-model.” The title seems to fit her well: She has put her name behind many cause-related programs, including a skincare company that uses active natural ingredients and a maker of recycled eyewear that plants a tree for every pair of frames sold. She didn’t set out to be the eco-fashionista. Oakes, whose first name derived from being born, she states, on a “rainy summer day,” was raised amid Pennsylvania farmlands north of Scranton and developed a love of nature from an early age. By 13, she was the youngest member of her hometown’s environmental advisory council and after high school, went off to Cornell University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in natural resourc-

es and entomology. While researching toxins in sewage sludge and identifying aquatic insects, the 5-foot, 10-inch, willowy brunette also began modeling while at college, and conceived the idea that the fashion industry might be the right forum for her to take a leading role in expanding environmental awareness. Her first venture, Organic Portraits, an avant-garde photography project, brought to life sustainable design and conservation in one package.

stewards,” she says. Oakes is as appealing as the products she represents. In addition to her creative input, she has put her stamp of approval on both Portico Home + Spa linens and bath products and Payless ShoeSource’s zoe&zac line of shoes and handbags. Oakes also is working with Modo on a collection of recycled eyewear under its Eco brand, which she notes will be tied in with some of her personal reforestation and sustainable design projects worldwide. Her work with Aveeno on its Be An Active Natural Campaign supports the message that small changes can add up to a big difference. She sometimes blogs about her experiences at SummerRayne.net; a recent post explained how she chooses which Earth-friendly companies she’ll support. “An engaging partnership is a critical component for me to [be] a spokesperson,” she writes. “On countless occasions, I have had to turn down offers if the partnership didn’t seem suitable. But how exciting it is to find brands that are ready to step up to the challenge and have the spirit, resources and energy to make meaningful change happen from the inside out.”

Eco-Fashion Trends Oakes’ timing in applying her passions and skills to the green and clean marketplace is apt. Global retail sales of organic cotton apparel and home textile products reached an estimated $4.3 billion in 2009, up 35 percent over the year before, according to the latest research from Organic Exchange’s Organic Cotton Market Report, and the market is expected to continue to grow. Organic Exchange projected a 20 to 40 percent jump in both 2010 and 2011, which could result in a $6 billion market this year. Oakes supports the industry via Source4Style.com, a forum she recently co-founded to connect designers with sustainable material suppliers from around the world. A finalist for the prestigious Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards, it already has been frequented by the likes of fashion designer Christian Siriano. Oakes is not alone— other celebrities and designers like Bono, Stella McCartney and Vivienne Westwood have added their voices in raising awareness of the importance of socially and environmentally conscious fashion. Oakes has modeled for such industry giants as Levi Strauss, Payless, Replay Jeans and others, but her activism and modeling have also allowed her to branch out into other industries. She says that her bestselling book, Style, Naturally: The Savvy Shopping Guide to Sustainable Fashion and Beauty, is aimed at, “... women that love style, but may not have ‘environment’ in their lexicon,” and serves as, “an irreverent, witty guide for green virgins.” “Sustainable design will continue to evolve,” she says. “Ten years ago, there were only a handful of designers operating in the industry. Now, most companies are asking how it can be authentically built into the core of their business.” How will that happen? “First, they have to believe and embody it.” Kristin J. Bender is a freelance writer based in the San Francisco Bay area.

Green Chic

Earth-Friendly, Feel-Good Fabrics

by S. Alison Chabonais

nnovation is shaping every facet of the eco-fashion industry—from organic crop standards, energy-efficient production, local sourcing, community reinvesting and fair trade, to the recycling of excess fabric and other materials and repurposing used garments. Yet, half of all textile fibers still come from conventional cotton, which soaks up a quarter of all agrochemicals and insecticides sprayed on the planet, reports Paul Hawken in Natural Capitalism – Creating the Next Industrial Revolution. Cotton also requires 2,600 gallons of water for every pound grown. Other natural fabric plant fibers are much less resourceintensive. Here are some clues about what to look for. BAMBOO: This versatile and self-replenishing grass yields a luxuriously soft fabric. HEMP: A somewhat coarser plant, hemp is best when blended with other fibers, like cotton and silk. JUSI and PIÑA: Jusi comes from banana silk. Piña is made from pineapple leaves. Both textiles originated in the Philippines.

KENAF: From hibiscus grown in Asia and Africa, kenaf blends well with other fibers. It feels similar to hemp or jute. LINEN: A classic material derived from the flax plant, linen won’t stick to skin and dries quickly. LYOCELL: Includes a range of soft fabrics comprised of cellulose fibers, but is still subjected to chemical processing such as bleaching. It has cotton-like characteristics. Also known as Tencel, seacell (using seaweed) or modal (from beechwood pulp). ORGANIC COTTON: U.S. organic cotton planting was up 12 percent in 2010 over 2009, from 10,521 to 11,827 acres, according to the Organic Trade Association. Farmers project an increase of 1,513 acres over the next five years, depending on demand. RAMIE: Made from a flowering, woody plant in the nettle family, the fibrous texture feels softest when blended with organic cotton or wool. It has linen-like characteristics, such as durability. RECYCLED POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE (PET): Gives new purpose to used plastic bottles or old polyester clothing. Appears in fleece-like fabrics and is also reincarnated in the soles of shoes. SILK: Silk delivers elegant effects when used alone or combined with other fibers. This durable protein fiber is obtained from the cocoons of silkworms, harvested before the caterpillar metamorphoses into a moth. Wild silk, or peace silk, waits for the silkworm to emerge alive. Primary source: Style, Naturally, by Summer Rayne Oakes natural awakenings

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YOGA GUIDE Y oga, a holistic art and practice that originated some 5,000 years ago in India, aims to integrate mind, body and spirit. The word yoga comes from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning to yoke or unite, and refers to the joining of body with mind and mind with soul to achieve health, balance, tranquility and enlightenment. Individuals of every age and physical condition can benefit from the regular practice of yoga, which has been proved to enhance flexibility, strength, stamina and concentration. Using a combination of asanas, or postures, and breathing techniques, yoga works to induce deep relaxation and reduce stress, tone the body and organs, increase vitality and improve circulation and energy flow. Uplifting and meditative, yoga can be applied as a spiritual practice, as well. Although many schools, or styles, of yoga exist, most differences derive from the primary focus of the practitioner’s attention: precise alignment of the body; holding of the asanas; flow between the postures; breath and movement coordination; or inner awareness and meditation. No particular style is better than another, and many students practice more than one.

ANANDA: A form of gentle Hatha yoga with an emphasis on meditation. Ananda combines classic yoga postures with breathing and silent affirmations to attune with higher levels of body sense, energy and silent inner awareness. As an inner-directed practice, it has less appeal to those desiring a more athletic or aerobic experience. ANUSARA: Anusara means “go with the flow,” and blends spirituality with

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inner/outer alignment and balanced energetic actions. Developed by John Friend in 1997, this style urges students to think of poses as artistic expressions of the heart. Individual abilities and limitations are deeply respected and honored, so Anusara yoga can be helpful for everyone and is good for beginners.

ASHTANGA: A physically demanding style that is light on meditation, Ashtanga yoga employs a fast-paced series of flowing poses to build strength, flexibility and stamina. Developed by Indian yoga master Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, Ashtanga’s progressively difficult postures are synchronized with a loud breath (called Ujyaii breath in Sanskrit) and are designed to produce intense internal heat and purifying sweat in order to detoxify muscles and organs. The room is usually heated to warm muscles and increase flexibility. Preferred by many athletes, this style is too intense and demanding for most beginners. BIKRAM: A strenuous style, designed to make students sweat, taught in rooms heated to a minimum of 105º Fahrenheit, with about 40 percent humidity. The superheated rooms facilitate stretching and allow the body to release toxins through perspiration. Former national India yoga champion Bikram Choudhury developed the style, whose 26 demanding poses are performed in a specific order, to promote optimal health and proper function of every bodily system. Bikram yoga is a good choice for highly fit individuals and seasoned students seeking a challenge. HATHA: Hatha yoga is the foundational discipline on which nearly all other styles

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are based. In Sanskrit, ha represents the sun and tha, the moon—hence, the practice is designed to bring the yin and yang, light and dark, masculine and feminine aspects and polarities into balance. Essentially, Hatha yoga brings all aspects of life together. A class described as hatha will likely include slow-paced stretching, asanas, or postures, that are not too difficult, simple breathing exercises and perhaps, seated meditation. Hatha yoga classes provide a good starting point for beginners, who can learn basic poses and relaxation techniques. INTEGRAL: A gentle style of yoga brought to this country in 1966 by Sri Swami Satchidananda. Classes are structured to balance physical effort with relaxation and include breathing practices, chanting and both guided and silent meditation. Integral yoga is suitable for beginners and helpful for more advanced students who wish to deepen their physical and spiritual awareness. INTEGRATIVE YOGA THERAPY: Gentle postures, guided imagery, assisted stretching and breathwork help to make this style a useful one for rehab centers and hospitals. Joseph LePage began this therapy in the early 1990s to help promote healing and well-being for individuals facing heart disease, cancer, AIDS and psychiatric disorders. IYENGAR: Noted for precise alignment and symmetry of postures, the development of balance, and the use of props such as blocks, balls and belts. The Iyengar style of yoga was developed by B.K.S. Iyengar, based on an exceptional understanding of how the body works. Poses are held longer than usual. Iyengar is a good style for beginners, but can challenge seasoned practitioners, as well. KRIPALU: An integrated practice that emphasizes breathing and alignment and coordinates the breath with movement. Kripalu, also called the yoga of consciousness, was developed by Amrit Desai, a long time student of Kundalini yoga master Swami Kripaluvananda. This style incorporates three stages of development, beginning with postural alignment and progressing to medita-

tion, with longer posture holding, finally creating a meditation in motion, where the movement from one posture to another happens unconsciously and spontaneously. Students are encouraged to honor “the wisdom of the body” and to work according to the limits of their flexibility and strength. Kripalu is suitable for everyone, from beginners to advanced students. KUNDALINI: A powerful, enlightening style that incorporates mantras (chanting), meditation, visualization, breathing and guided relaxation, with precise postures. According to Hindu philosophy, kundalini is a concentrated form of prana, or life force, represented by a coiled, sleeping serpent said to reside at the base of the spine. When breath and movement awaken the serpent (energy), it moves up the spine through each of the seven chakras (energy centers) of the body, bringing energy and bliss. Once a closely guarded secret in India, kundalini yoga was first brought to the West in 1969 and has been known to help with addictions and releasing endorphins in the body. Kundalini will not appeal to everyone and should be practiced under the supervision of an experienced teacher. PHOENIX RISING YOGA THERAPY: This style helps release physical and emotional tension through assisted postures, breathing techniques and ongoing student/teacher dialogue. A deeper connection to the self is encouraged by incorporating traditional yoga techniques with contemporary psychology, which ultimately results in the healing of mind, body and spirit. POWER: An intense style that creates heat and energy, while developing strength and flexibility. Power yoga evolved from ashtanga yoga and was developed by American Beryl Bender Birch in the early 1990s. Its flowing style requires the strength and stamina of Ashtanga, but doesn’t always follow the same sequence of postures, making it similar to Vinyasa style. Power yoga is usually performed in a heated room. Although Baron Baptiste is a name often associated with power yoga, he has developed his own method, called

Brittani Dezeeuw Barkan Method Hot Yoga rittani founded and opened the doors to Tallahassee’s first ever 100% hot yoga studio: Hot Yoga Tallahassee. With the start of her personal yoga practice in 2007, Brittani began noticing her life shifting towards positive and inspirational directions. Brittani received her certification under Jimmy Barkan in the Summer of 2010 and was privileged enough to relocate back to her college town to start a yoga studio. Brittani’s priorities for her students are a safe environment, where each and every person feels comfortable and at ease right from the start. At Hot Yoga Tallahassee you will find an atmosphere full of high spirits, kind souls, and open arms. Brittani believes yoga is available and accessible for EVERY soul out there who is willing. She strives to maintain an upbeat, exciting class for anyone hoping to begin their yoga journey towards a happier life, a healthier body, and a wholesome heart. For further information on how to begin your hot yoga experience please visit HotYogaTallahassee.com or email HotYogaTallahassee@gmail.com. Photo courtesy of Sarah Lewis.

Catherine Deans YOGA for MID-LIFE s more of us enter mid-life, we are hearing more and more about the physical and mental benefits of yoga. But getting started can be scary. It needn’t be. Traditional Indian philosophy states that yoga should change as we move through our lives. From fast-paced yoga for younger people to the deep meditations of the elderly, yoga is a continuum linked with our stage in life. Join us at Halfmoon Yoga for adaptive yoga for mid-life in the authentic tradition of Krishnamacharya and Desikachar. Instructor Catherine Deans, ERYT, has practiced yoga for 41 years and specializes in therapeutic yoga for wellness as well as yoga for mid-life. She is a member of the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram, Chennai, India; a supporting member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists; a Yoga Alliance senior instructor at the 200 level and is completing her RYT 500 training at the Krishnamacharya Healing Yoga Foundation in San Francisco. Come join our celebration of Yoga Month with a free class! Call Catherine 850508-2182 or go to www. myhalfmoonyoga.com for more information.

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Leslie Hanks

HATHA YOGA in the Kriya Tradition eslie is the founder and director of Yoga Unlimited, studio and RYS 200 School. Her yoga is classical yoga in the tradition of Roy Eugene Davis of CSA, Center for Spiritual Awareness. All classes take place in a studio set in the midst of a Yoga Garden. This style is always gentle and self-paced. This is ideal for beginners as well as those looking for a deeper connection to the roots and foundation of classical yoga. Hatha yoga energizes and calms the body at the same time. This is the original stress management tool and the ideal way to aid the student who is interested in meditation. Her studio was founded in 1989 and in 2004, the school was entered into the nationally registry of Yoga Alliance. Leslie also conducts a Yoga Cooking Class, The Joy of Eating & The 6 Tastes of All Foods, Yoga Gardens, Ayurveda and PanchaKarma instruction and Meditation classes. Each offering can easily be taken by beginners separately or credited toward RYT 200 hours and CE hours. Yoga Unlimited, 850- 385-6904, or www.leslieyoga.com

Charlene Cappellini

YOGA FOR BALANCE AND STABILITY GENTLE AND RESTORATIVE YOGA yoga student since 1985, Charlene began teaching classes in 2000. Her Gentle Yoga classes follow the Kripalu tradition with Viniyoga overtones. She uses an organic approach that encourages students to honor the wisdom of their own bodies and unique individual needs. Charlene’s Restorative Yoga classes are designed for students who need deep relaxation due to stress, injury or illness. Postures are fully supported and designed to promote healing and well- being. Charlene also offers a class designed specifically for Baby Boomers and other mature students to help maintain balance skills, stability, and strength. A co-owner of Namaste Yoga, Charlene has two 200-hour certificates one from Loretta Armer and the other from Kripalu Yoga Center. She is currently working on her 500-hour certificate with Gary Kraftsow of the American Viniyoga Institute. She also is registered with Yoga Alliance and is a certified Relax and RenewTM teacher from Judith Lasater. To learn more about her classes, contact Charlene at cappellini@nettally. com or call 997-4534 or 766-0967, or see www.namaste-tallahassee. com.

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Baptiste Power Vinyasa yoga, which is taught only by teachers he certifies. Students that enjoy aerobics will probably favor power yoga. SIVANANDA: Cultivates awareness of mind and body by incorporating five main principles of proper exercise, breathing, relaxation and diet, as well as positive thinking and meditation. Based on the philosophy of Swami Sivananda, of India, the practice uses chanting, breathing techniques and meditation to help unblock energy and release stress. Sivananda focuses on 12 basic yoga postures to increase strength and spinal flexibility. It is an excellent practice for beginners, those recovering from injury or anyone interested in spiritual aspects of yoga. SVAROOPA: A style that helps each student discover their bliss. The Sanskrit word svaroopa means “the true nature of being,” and Svaroopa yoga is sometimes called the yoga of alignment and compassion. Attention to alignment in specifically chosen poses helps to soften the body’s connective tissues and ease spinal tension. Blocks and bolsters may be used to allow for deeper muscle release. The style is suitable for beginners and useful for those recovering from injury. www.natallahassee.com

VINYASA: A challenging style that matches breath to movement. Vinyasa yoga poses incorporate alignment principles and are woven together in a flowing practice that is both intense and dance-like. Translated from Sanskrit, vinyasa means “without obstacle.” The style is best suited to energetic, physically fit students. VINIYOGA: A transformative, slower and more individualized form of yoga that emphasizes gentle flow and coordinated breath with movement. Viniyoga yoga is holistic in its approach and teaches the student how to apply the yoga tools of poses, chanting, breathing and meditation. Function is stressed over form in this style. Viniyoga is recommended for beginners and seniors, as well as those who are in chronic pain or healing from injury or disease. PLEASE NOTE: The contents of this Yoga Guide are for informational purposes only. The information is not intended to be used in place of a visit or consultation with a healthcare professional. Always seek out a practitioner who is licensed, certified or otherwise professionally qualified to conduct a selected treatment, as appropriate.

ing lung function. According to the Northern Colorado Allergy & Asthma Clinic, individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers, increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months.

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YOGA FOR HEALTH by Meredith Montgomery

very September, National Yoga Month (YogaMonth.org) expands awareness of yoga’s proven health benefits. This 5,000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body, mind and spirit, continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine. These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide.

Improved Balance, Flexibility and Range of Motion Having the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class. In reality, practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities. The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance, flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice, injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely.

Increased Strength Although weights are not used in yoga, muscle strength, bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disci-

pline’s weight-bearing postures. When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week, they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before.

Relief from Chronic Pain Research from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer, multiple sclerosis, autoimmune diseases and hypertension, as well as other chronic conditions, including back and neck pain. A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen. A nerve test also indicated improvement.

Yoga’s deep breathing, combined with the need for balance and concentration, works to reduce stress, anxiety, heart rate and blood pressure levels, according to research published by the Mayo Clinic. Yoga’s breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities, such as listening to relaxing music.

Weight Loss Because yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living, it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight. Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds. A 10-year lifestyle study of 15,500 adults in their 50s, published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, found that regular yoga practice was associated with less agerelated weight gain. Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years.

Better Breathing Yoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing. Information on Yoga Alliance’s educational website (Yoga Alliance.org) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the body’s parasympathetic system, or relaxation response, while also improvnatural awakenings

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PRACTICES by Meredith Montgomery

As a long-distance runner, professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist, Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies, both on and off the mat.

nown as one of the most consciously positive artists in music today, Michael Franti has been practicing yoga for 11 years. The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road, and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience. “I still recall how stiff I was during my first class. I couldn’t touch my toes and I could barely sit with my legs crossed,” Franti reflects. Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago. “The great thing about yoga is that it’s not a competition,” says the

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45-year-old, who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco. “In yoga, you’re not competing against anyone, which has been a valuable, if difficult lesson for me—to stop thinking, ‘I wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to me,’ but to instead really embrace where I am at that moment.” After suffering from a series of physical hurdles, including joint problems, operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix, Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his www.natallahassee.com

livelihood as an athlete. He recalls, “There was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again. But through yoga, I’ve learned that it’s possible to heal my body.” He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice. Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour, Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa, or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action, into his music. He explains, “For songwriters, one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase, word or melody. When I’m in a yoga class, ideas come because my mind is clear, or because I’ll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way. Often, when I practice without any sound at all, I’ll hear melodies in my head that I’ll sing to myself as I’m practicing. All of these insights find their way into my songs. “I like to rock out!” notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga music during his personal practice. “Sometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music, or all reggae. I’ll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes. Today, I listened to singersongwriter William Fitzsimmons.” A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist, Franti also values seva, a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service. “As an individual in this world, I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planet,” he says. Ten years ago, he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes. Since then, he’s remained barefoot, except in airplanes or restaurants. The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Souls.org) at all of his shows. As a touring musician, Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti, Israel, Palestine, Brazil and Indone-

sia so that he can share his music on the streets, but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings. “I learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone. Similarly, yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspective.” Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions, the final pose in every class, savasana, is Franti’s favorite. “It doesn’t matter if I’m at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose, or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes. Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life, on my day and the present moment. To lay quietly on my back on the floor, close my eyes, breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my day.” Meredith Montgomery publishes the Mobile/Baldwin, AL, edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planet.com). She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonth.org).

National Yoga Month

Free Yoga Classes Inspiring Healthy Living Through Yoga

National Yoga Month, an annual observance every September, provides experiential opportunities for everyone from seasoned yogis to those interested in trying yoga for the first time. YogaMonth.org operates a national online studio finder by which teachers can post their free classes and students can contact local resources to register. For individuals brand-new to the practice, organizers also offer a One Week Free Yoga Card that grants access to seven days of complimentary yoga classes at participating studios around the country. Turn to page 24 for a list of participating local studios offering FREE classes in September. Studios like Namaste, Half Moon Yoga, Hot Yoga Tallahassee and Lakulish Yoga are all celebrating National Yoga Month. Find a class near you! natural awakenings

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BAKING The Scoop on Safe-to-Eat Flours by Claire O’Neil

G Namaste Yoga has a FREE Dance Alive event on Sept. 17th from 7:309:30pm and FREE Yoga on Sept. 18th from 12-4pm. They will also begin their Community Service class every Friday, starting Sept. 23d from 5:306:30pm. You can find out more at http://www.namaste-tallahassee.com. Lakulish Yoga Tallahassee is offering 3 FREE Yoga classes (one per person) on Sept. 5th, 12th and 19th at the Episcopal Church of the Advent located at 815 Piedmont Drive. Please call Joanna in advance at 222-0291 or check out www.lakulishyogatallahassee.com. HalfMoon Yoga is offering FREE classes throughout Sept. in honor of Yoga Month. Contact Catherine for times at 850-508-2182 or go to www. myhalfmoonyoga.com. Hot Yoga Tallahassee will participate in the Global Community Practice during Time for Yoga on Sept. 30 at 7 pm, when yoga students of all levels are encouraged to practice as an international observance and the culmination of Yoga Month. This class is FREE. www.HotYogaTallahassee.com for details.

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“Everyone should have food delicious enough to celebrate.”

luten, the proites. However, trying tein in wheat to approximate the and other crust, crumbliness and cereal grains such as interior structure of barley and rye, can be baked goods typically a problem for those made with wheat flour ~ Pamela Giusto-Sorrells, with celiac disease takes a bit of experifounder, Pamela’s Products or some sensitivity mentation when using (PamelasProducts.com) to gluten. Preparing gluten-free ingredients. food for a gluten-free Sometimes just one diet requires experimenting with new type of flour will work, such as almond ingredients, like alternative flours, and flour for waffles, rice flour for cake batbecoming a label reader, says Tina ter or buckwheat flour for pancakes. Turbin, an advocate for gluten-free liv Other baking recipes require an ing at GlutenFreeHelp.info. assortment of gluten-free flours. Different Fresh fruits, most dairy products, types can combine to resemble the taste, eggs, fresh vegetables, meats, fish and color and texture of wheat flour, for expoultry are already gluten-free. The ample. Most gluten-free flour blends use challenge is trying to make pancakes rice flour as a base, with potato starch, or pizza, or other recipes that normally tapioca flour, corn flour and/or corncall for wheat flour. starch added for softness. Other flours, With an estimated 18 million such as buckwheat, chickpea (garbanzo Americans sensitive to gluten in their bean), millet and sorghum, can improve diet and 3 million more diagnosed with flavor, color and texture. celiac disease, according to the Uni Xanthan gum, an additive made versity of Maryland Center for Celiac from corn, typically provides structure Research, food producers have finally for yeast dough made with gluten-free begun to address the need. Glutenflour. Eggs, vinegar, sweeteners and free cereals and pastas, breads, flours applesauce or pumpkin purée soften and baking mixes, cakes and cookies, and round out the flavor of the dough. snacks and frozen confections are now Gluten-free flours, flour blends, available in greater quantities—and in and xanthan gum most often appear much better tasting versions—than just in the specialty baking section of a a few years ago. grocery or health food store; helpful New gluten-free products, such brands include Bob’s Red Mill and King as sorghum flour and specially formuArthur Flour. Using alternative flours, lated baking mixes, can also help home homemade treats can remain a delicooks revamp recipes for family favorcious part of gluten-free living. www.natallahassee.com

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Yummy Gluten-Free Recipes

Gluten-Free German Apple Pancakes “These delicious gluten-free yummies should be served as soon as they’re pulled from the oven, as they will deflate soon enough,” says gluten-free health advocate Tina Turbin. “They’re perfect for an easy, laid back brunch.” On her website, GlutenFreeHelp.info, Turbin offers recipes for two homemade, gluten-free flour blends. Makes 2 large pancakes, or 4 servings

4 large eggs ¾ cup gluten-free flour blend ¾ cup soy, rice or almond milk ½ tsp salt 1 /3 cup coconut oil 2 medium apples, thinly sliced ¼ cup natural granulated or raw sugar ¼ tsp ground cinnamon 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. 2. Place 2 round, 9-inch cake pans in the oven. 3. Beat the eggs, flour, milk and salt in a small mixer bowl on medium speed for 1 minute. 4. Remove the pans from the oven. Place 2 Tbsp margarine in each pan. Rotate pans until margarine is melted and coats sides of pans. 5. Arrange half the apple slices in each pan. Divide batter evenly between pans. Mix sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle 2 Tbsp sugar mixture over

Gluten-Free Flours Flour

Color

Flavor

Almond

Ivory

Sweet and mild

Amaranth

Pale yellow

Mild

Buckwheat

Medium brown

Strong

Chestnut

Pale brown

Strong

Chickpea

Tan

Strong

White

Very mild

Very pale green

Mild

Pale yellow

Mild

Quinoa

Beige

Medium

Rice flour (white or brown)

Beige

Mild

Sorghum (milo)

Beige

Mild

Pale yellow

Like bean sprouts

White

Very mild

Medium brown

Earthy

Corn Fava bean Millet

Soy Tapioca Teff

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batter in each pan. 6. Bake uncovered until puffed and golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Source: Recipe at GlutenFreeHelp.info

No-Knead, Gluten-Free Pizza Dough In this recipe, the ingredients just mix together in a bowl—no kneading is necessary. The raw dough doesn’t taste like yeast dough; but magically, during baking it becomes a gluten-free pizza crust, with a browned crust and mellow, yeasty flavor. Makes dough for 1 pizza to serve 8 to 12 1 cup stoneground brown rice flour 1 cup tapioca flour or potato starch 1 cup garbanzo bean or chickpea flour ½ cup cornstarch or corn flour 1 Tbsp xanthan gum 1 Tbsp instant or bread machine yeast 1½ tsp fine kosher or sea salt 3 large eggs or equivalent substitute 1 tsp cider vinegar 2 Tbsp agave nectar or honey 3 Tbsp vegetable oil, such as canola, corn, or light olive oil ½ cup unsweetened applesauce 1 cup lukewarm water, about 100 degrees 1. Spoon the flours and xanthan gum into a measuring cup, level with a knife or finger, then dump into a large mixing bowl. 2. Add the yeast and salt to the flour. Stir together with a wooden spoon. Lightly beat the eggs in 4-cup measuring glassware. Add the brown sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce and water and whisk until thoroughly mixed. Pour the liquid into the flour mixture and whisk until arriving at a smooth, very loose, batter-like dough. 3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature, about 72 degrees, for 2 hours or until the dough has risen to nearly the top of the bowl and has a thick, golden, mashed potato-like appearance. Source: Adapted from 200 Fast & Easy Artisan Breads, by Judith Fertig.

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“People that are allergic to the gluten in wheat still want to eat what everybody else does. And who can blame them?” queries Judith Fertig, author of 200 Fast & Easy Artisan Breads. “As long as the pizza toppings are also gluten-free (check the labels), there’s no reason why those that are gluten-sensitive can’t enjoy pizza, too. If dairy or meat are concerns, use soy equivalents,” she advises. This recipe makes a rectangular pizza, because it’s easier to spread the batter-like dough into this shape. Makes 1 pizza to serve 8 to 12

1 recipe of prepared No-Knead, Gluten-Free Dough 1 cup gluten-free pizza sauce 2 cups thinly sliced fresh button or Portabella mushrooms 2 cups shredded mozzarella, provolone or dairy-free cheese Olive oil for drizzling 2 cups sliced gluten-free pepperoni or soy-based pepperoni OR 1 cup gluten-free sliced Kalamata olives ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil 1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. To form the pizza, transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet. Using a water-moistened spatula or just hands, spread the dough into a 14-by-10-inch rectangular shape. 2. Cover with a tea towel and let rest at room temperature for 40 minutes. 3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 4. Spread the pizza sauce over the dough. Arrange the mushrooms and pepperoni over the surface, and then sprinkle with cheese. Drizzle with olive oil. 5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the crust is lightly browned and the pizza is bubbling. Transfer to a rack to cool. Slice and serve. Source: Adapted from 200 Fast & Easy Artisan Breads, by Judith Fertig.

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Gluten: Trust Your Gut

Scientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity by Claire O’Neil

alk through the glutenfree product aisles at the grocery or health food store and many people might wonder: “Is this a food fad? Who has a problem with gluten?” As it turns out, more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists, physicians and researchers previously thought. A study at the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the U.S. population, or more than 18 million individuals, have some sensitivity to gluten, a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt), barley, rye, malts and triticale. Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenter. org this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know: While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease, its host of symptoms can become problematic. An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease, the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment.

Case in Point Carol Mahaffey, a tax attorney in Columbus, Ohio, was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she

calls “living in a fog,” in the summer of 2009. Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity, she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet. Although her new regimen didn’t relieve the joint pain—she was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis—she found that after four to five weeks, she looked and felt better overall. “I was losing weight, my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus. Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didn’t sniffle anymore,” she relates. Although Mahaffey’s blood tests were negative for celiac disease, she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive. “Imagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrum,” says Dr. Alessio Fasano, a professor of pediatrics, medicine and physiology and director of the Center

for Celiac Research. “At one end, you have people with celiac disease, who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet. At the other, you have the lucky people who can eat pizza, beer, pasta and cookies—with no ill effects whatsoever. In the middle, there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions, including gluten sensitivity,” says Fasano, who led the new study. “This is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individuals.” Until more definitive answers come to light, those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time, like Mahaffey. “I had to become a label reader,” she advises, “because even things like bottled soy sauce can contain gluten.” She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery, still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks, uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home, and has become a fan of risotto. For people that travel on a similar path, the feel-good benefits of a glutenfree diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences. “You just make it work,” says Mahaffey. On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods, asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner, and ended up having a great, gluten-free time. Claire O’Neil is a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO.

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HANDMADE HAPPINESS A Hands-On Approach to Authentic Living by Judith Fertig

Making something by hand—and getting good at it—can add a welcome dimension to our lives. The art of participating in craftwork gives us a sense of competence and completion that may be difficult to find in our digital, ephemeral world.

merica’s resurging interest in arts and crafts today comes at a time when making things by hand seems an endangered activity. Why? In The Craftsman, sociologist and author Richard Sennett maintains that making things by hand is an, “enduring, basic human impulse, the desire to do a job well for its own sake.” He observes that craft and craftsmanship can enrich modern life in ways that might surprise us. The Arts and Crafts movement, which reigned from the mid-1800s through the early 20th century, was a major response to a commercial trend that steered society away from handmade toward machinemade products in Europe and North America. The movement encouraged amateur, student and professional involvement in the making of furniture, decorative glass, textiles, pottery and other forms that are beautiful, as well as functional. Yet today, we face a new barrier to creating more by hand, observes Monica Moses, editor-inchief of American Craft magazine (American CraftMag.org), published by the nonprofit American Craft Council. “Modern life offers a million

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distractions, a million ways to kill time, or at least stand by idly while it expires,” she says. Mindless television watching, puttering around on Facebook or playing computer solitaire add up. “Such semiconscious downtime can become a weekend, a habit, a lost opportunity.” Although many people return to an early love of arts and crafts during their retirement years, the good news is that such creative pursuits are also being taken up by young makers, according to Moses. “The marvel of it is that young people in the digital age are embracing craft so enthusiastically, not just their iPods and phone apps. We’re lucky to live in a time when engagement with the practice of craft is expanding.” She cites the popularity of buy-andsell craft websites such as Etsy. com, which reported 2010 sales of more than $400 million. Moses, who makes jewelry in her free time, values handcrafting for a simple reason: “It feeds my soul,” she says. “Other parts of my life focus on the end result. When I’m

making a piece, I’m focused on the process and I’m thinking, ‘This feels right.’” Whether we wake to this artful phenomenon in childhood or later in life, it’s never too late to reap the benefits. According to crafters from various walks of life, such hands-on experiences help us to enhance our well-being, ground our everyday lives, and give renewed purpose.

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Lenore Moritz, founder and curator of and blogger at MomCultureOnline. com, took her first jewelry making class when she was single and living in New York City. “I needed something to tether me,” she writes, “and I knew it would get me out of the office at a decent hour at least once a week.” She says that what started out as a whim turned into catharsis. “I loved toting my tackle box of crafting supplies and the act of using my hands to transform a silver sheet into wearable art felt empowering. I became an accidental craftsperson.” She found her best reward in finishing a piece, which she characterizes as, “... a crescendo I never knew in my day-to-day professional life.” She explains, “At the office, my world was nothing but to-do lists and complicated, open-ended projects; a sense of completion was rare. But in craft class, it was crystal clear when I had finished a project, and I reveled in that closure.” Jenny Barnett Rohrs spent 15 years as a music therapist in Lakewood, Ohio, helping people cope with life’s problems. Meanwhile, she loved decompressing at the end of the day by working with polymer clay to make beautiful beads, doll pins, nametags and other decorative items. “I was always a crafty, creative kid, learning to embroider from one grandmother

and how to make seed flowers from the other,” she recalls. “Since both sets of grandparents lived through the Depression, they were always repurposing things, recycling before it was cool.” As she continued to expand her range of crafting skills and interests as an adult, she also started blogging about it at CraftTherapy.com. “I am a self-taught crafter and never met a craft I didn’t like,” admits Rohrs. “I believe that crafting is an extension of yourself and how you view your world. It’s a way of expressing yourself, coping with life and gaining insight.” As Rohrs continued to try out new crafts, materials, products and techniques, entries on her craft blog grew to the point that she launched a second one at CraftTestDummies.com, where she shares her evaluations. Earlier this year, she appeared on The Martha Stewart Show. Regular posts track her adventures with various media, including her recent experiences with water-soluble ink blocks for drawing and painting, and making a booklet from envelopes. Other popular pastimes range from scrapbooking and making home accessories using beachcomber finds to gifting baby garments personalized with fabric paint decoration. “I believe that creativity is innate,” comments Rohrs. “When you tell your inner critic to shut up, you can have a lot of fun and learn something about yourself. I especially love

to encourage folks to try new things and new techniques, and to push their own boundaries.”

It’s Never Too Late

Sandra Palmer Ciolino learned to sew as a child, but didn’t maximize the creativity of her craft until her children were grown, when she was in her 40s. For Ciolino, of Cincinnati, Ohio, “Making contemporary quilts satisfies my desire to work in solitude and fulfills my longing to create lasting and beautiful art. Creating quilts for the wall marries many things I love—fabric, color, composition, piecing and machine quilting.” Ciolino fondly remembers her mother’s handiwork. “I have a vivid memory of her taking a navy blue overcoat of my father’s and using it to sew me a winter coat with cranberry piping; I was so proud of that coat.” She began by making doll clothes, and then started sewing clothing for herself in junior high school, doing her own garment construction. “The technical stuff came early,” she says. Later on, busy with family duties and teaching elementary school physical education classes, she didn’t take time to turn to quilting until the mid-1990s. At first, Ciolino made her quilts in traditional pieced patterns to hang in her house or share as gifts; but then, something changed. “I began to notice in my photography that I was most interested in closeups of tree bark, ripples in water bodies

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and cracks in the rocks. My quilts then began to take on a more abstract quality,” she says. So Ciolino took a class in Columbus, Ohio, with Nancy Crow, recognized by many as “the mother of contemporary quilts,” and never looked back. She still gives quilts as gifts, but her work is now also exhibited at museums and quilt shows (SandraPalmer Ciolino.com; NancyCrow.com). Like many craftspeople, Ciolino’s process in creating art is part technical

skill and part intuitive imagining. When she starts a new quilt, she pulls fabrics from her workroom into groupings that appeal to her. She then takes a blackand-white photo to make sure the values of light and dark in the fabrics create an interesting pattern. Next, she uses a rotary cutter to cut the fabric by hand—like drawing a line with a pencil—into shapes freehand, without referring to any pattern. Finally, she sews the pieces together in a composition and uses machine quilting

to add another layer of textural interest, finishing each creation by hand. “The craft is when I make something as meticulous and impeccable as I can,” Ciolino concludes. “The art is when I bring an authentic version of myself—my voice and spirit—to the work.”

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University and The London School of Economics and Political Science. He explains that making things by hand engages the brain in special ways. The furniture maker, the musician, the glassblower or any other person engaged mindfully in arts and crafts needs to first “localize,” or look at just what is there— a piece of wood, a musical instrument or melted glass. The second step is to question—“What can I do with this?” The third is to open up—figure out how to create something unique. “To deploy these capabilities, the brain needs to process visual, aural, tactile and language-symbol information simultaneously,” says Sennett. Working pleasurably with the hands also helps to enhance brain chemistry according to author Kelly Lambert, Ph.D., a psychology professor and lead researcher with the Lambert Behavioral Neuroscience Laboratory at Randolph-Macon College, in Ashland, Virginia.

Lambert, author of Lifting Depression: A Neuroscientist’s Approach to Activating Your Brain’s Healing Power, makes the case for hands-on crafts like gardening, cooking and knitting as antidotes to depression. In a “Reconsidering Crafts” segment on Wisconsin Public Radio, she remarked: “We’re still carrying around a brain that appreciates working in the dirt and planting and hunting and preparing food.” Using both hands to do something enjoyable, like knitting a scarf, entails engaging in a repetitive motion that produces calming serotonin. Lambert adds that counting stitches distracts us from other worries or concerns, and knitting something that we find pleasing and seeing the process through to completion activates what she refers to as the effort-driven reward circuit in the brain. This further prompts the release of the feel-good brain chemicals dopamine, serotonin and endorphins, she adds.

“The hand is the window on to the mind.” ~ Immanuel Kant

by Judith Fertig

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f all our limbs,” explains Professor Richard Sennett, “the hands make the most varied movements, movements that can be controlled at will. Science has sought to show how these motions, plus the hand’s different ways of gripping and the sense of touch, affect the ways we think.” Sennett expounds at length on this topic in his book, The Craftsman, and teaches sociology at New York

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle. blogspot.com.

If life had a second edition, how I would correct the proofs. ~John Clare

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Rick Hotton and the The Mindful Art of Holy Molé By Randy Moore And now here is my secret, a very simple secret; it is only with the heart that one can see rightly. What is essential is invisible to the eye. – Antoine de Saint-Exupery from The Prince

ick Hotton is stuck in time, but he’s not complaining. The Florida based cartoonist lives life with the kind of soulful deliberation more commonly associated with an ancient temple or monastery. Hotton would rather observe the flight of a mud wasp or study a turtle munching on grass than watch a popular television show or sporting event. His reflective nature and reverence for life is the byproduct of practicing and teaching martial arts since he was 12. Hotton has trained thousands of students over the years; 55 have earned their black belt under his skilled tutelage. It is Hotton’s regard for tradition and ritual that frames his outlook about life and the human experience. It’s also the essence of his award-winning cartoon Holy Molé, an original creation influenced by Eastern sensibilities and the etiquette of martial arts. “Mindfulness is at the heart of my martial arts practice and Holy Molé,” he said. “Both involve an appreciation for the intrinsic spirit in everything and the deeper truths about living with focused awareness.” Hotton hand draws each strip with an ink pen on a plain sheet of paper. He uses a simple water color set to color the strips; the same inexpensive brand found in many elementary schools. The Holy Molé collection features over a thousand strips and current customers include 30 newspapers and magazines in the USA, Canada, Australia, and Great Britain. Most

of the cartoon’s growth has occurred in the past several months, and the Holy Molé Facebook page has attracted more than 1,700 friends from around the world. Hotton sees Holy Molé as an unassuming crusader for mindful living in an era when people feel disconnected due to the superficiality of modern times. His strips capture the angst and humor people feel about a culture obsessed with celebrity worship, new gadgets and continuous hype presented as news. “Holy Molé reminds people what’s real and important; things like compassion, honor and the regard for the sacredness of life,” he explained. “It’s an expression of the kind of authenticity many people long for in their busy lives.” Hotton never set out to be a cartoonist or advocate for social change. The art form found him in 2005; first as a relaxing outlet and eventually as a creative way to encourage mindfulness and compassion. Holy Molé caught on quickly with early fans that began collecting and sharing Rick’s doodles. Today, he draws six new strips each week with a mindful focus that would impress any sage. The central theme of Holy Molé is the hero’s journey to greater understanding and self-acceptance. It’s a familiar path of hope and courage that resonates with people of all ages. Why am I here? What is my purpose? Which path is right for me? The woodland critters in Holy Molé mirror our human tendency of stumbling forward in spite of our misunderstandings about ourselves and our circumstances. Molé, the endearing star of Holy Molé, is the archetypal seeker, which is ironic given that moles are blind. It’s an intentional irony reminding us that our spiritual instincts provide us with clarity as long as we pay attention. Hotton finds fulfillment in knowing that sharing Holy Molé and teaching martial arts encourages mindfulness. “I’m one of many people that long for a kinder world,” he added. “Although the path can be difficult at times, we make our greatest progress when we share our journey with others. I feel that sense of connection when I’m training in the dojo and drawing a new cartoon strip. It’s a good feeling that gives me hope and a deep sense of purpose.”

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property of the deceased. Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries. But where does the pet live in the meantime? Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing, food, exercise and health care? Another problem is that even when money or property is given to the named person to care for a pet, it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet, according to the will’s instructions. This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution.

Benefits of a Trust

Peace of Mind for Your Pet’s Future

by Kimberly A. Colgate, Esq.

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More than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet. This arrangement offers many advantages; a pet trust document usually: n Names a physical caretaker for the pet n Names a trustee that will hold the money for caring for the pet n Instructs the trustee to distribute the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

a plan specifying who will care for the pet, how much money will be needed and how it should be spent, and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee. A plan for a pet can be general or detailed. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee, because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s instructions. Otherwise, the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them. A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed. The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account, a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy. The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet, according to the instructions contained in the trust document. With written plan in hand, the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document. If the basic plan is already in writing, the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust. Or, a pet owner may choose to purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust. For more information, visit CreateA PetTrust.com and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide, by Kimberly A. Colgate. It explains, in detail, how to create a pet trust and includes a fillin-the-blank pet trust document. Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota, FL. Contact her at 941927-2996 or KColgate@FLLawyer.com. natural awakenings

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Breast and Prostate Cancer Awareness. 10:00 am – Noon. September is National Prostate Awareness month and October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so March 7x brings you a mini-expo with information about both. Stop by to learn what’s new in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.

First Degree Reiki class. September 10 – 12th. Saturday, 10 – 5:30; Sunday, 2 – 5:00; Monday, 6 - 9:00. $150. Become empowered to treat yourself and others during this first degree Reiki class! During a Reiki treatment, Universal Life Energy is drawn through the hands of the practitioner by the person receiving the treatment. This generally results in deep relaxation and a sense of being lovingly supported. In this process, the energy of both the practitioner and the person receiving the treatment tends to become more balanced. For more information or to register, contact Susie: 850-877-0371 or SusieHowell333@comcast.net.

Friday, September 2 Downtown Nights in Downtown Thomasville, 5pm – 9pm. Downtown Thomasville shops & restaurants are open late on the First Friday of every month! Information: 229-227-7020, www. downtownthomasville.com.

Saturday, September 3 Tame the Paper Monster. 9:30-10:45 am. FREE! Paper seems to be the greatest organizational problem today. Not surprising when you consider all the possible sources of paper, not the least of which comes in via the “paper-saving” computer! Let Jenny Druda, owner of STRAIGHTEN UP!, share with you organization strategies. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop. Sweet Grass Dairy Public Tour. 9:00am. See the goats being milked in the parlor, learn about our farming techniques, pet our goats, and taste a some of our handmade cheeses. 19635 US Hwy 19 N., 229-227-0752, www.sweetgrassdairy.com.

Tuesday, September 6 Law of Attraction & Relationships. 7:45-9:00 pm. FREE! Pamela Chamberlyn’s Law of Attraction classes focus on using law of attraction skills to create the quality of relationships you want. LOA skills are not only valuable in transforming difficult relationships, they also show how you can consciously create the personal relationships you’ve always wanted. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Wednesday, September 7 Green Momma. 7:45-9:00 pm. FREE! This workshop is for parents-to-be, parents and grandparents who are creating a healthy life and home, and making informed decisions to protect their children and grandchildren. Reenie Rogers, green living consultant, will discuss Jennifer Taggart’s book, Smart Mama’s Green Guide: Simple Steps to Reduce Your Child’s Toxic Chemical Exposure. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Thursday, September 8 Intro to Bach Flower Remedies. 7:45-9:00 pm. FREE! Presenter Yarrow Pellbring, BFRP, will discuss the history of Bach Flower Remedies, how

Fall Gardening. 9:30-10:45 am. FREE! Join Farmer Pam of Backyard Farms to learn how to incorporate companion planting into your fall garden and which non-polluting and effective organic fertilizer is so safe that you can put it in your mouth. Equally important, we will discuss which plants not to place close to each other. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Sunday, September 11 Sundays at Four Concert Series. 4:00pm. FREE Concert: Remembrance of 9/11. Arts for the Community at Thomas University ~ ACTU present the free Sundays at Four Concert Series featuring local & regional artists in a wide range of styles. Thomasville Center for the Arts, 600 E. Jackson St., 229-227-6964, www.thomasu.edu/actu.

Monday, September 12 Family Constellation: Introductory Evening. 7:00pm. FREE. Come learn about this mysterious healing process that originated in Europe and is now practiced worldwide. The work explores and releases the hidden dynamics that can limit individuals, families, and organizations. All who are interested are invited. Norine Cardea, facilitator (for 10 yrs) private practice LMHC (24 yrs). Abundance Wellness Center, 325 John Knox Rd., Bldg T, suite 1. Info: 224-8485 ex 1# or ncardea@comcast.net. The Art of Breathing. 7:45-8:45 pm. FREE! Join Bridget Kamke, LMT, to learn the physical and mental benefits of deep breathing, and experience several yogic breathing techniques to rejuvenate your body, refresh your mind and give you a deeper connection with yourself. Bridget has been practicing massage therapy and Kundalini Yoga for 10 years. . New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Tuesday, September 13 Wheat/Gluten Free in the Bread Maker. 7:45-9:00 pm. FREE! Commercial wheat/gluten-free products are quite expensive and, unless baked locally, may not be very fresh. A bread maker reduces preparation time and the cost of wheat/gluten free bread. This class will demonstrate a basic rice bread recipe and

Massage. 10:00am–Noon. Offered by Norma Reesor, LMT. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.

Wednesday, September 14 Election Forum. 6:30-8:00pm. FREE! New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop. Using the Tarot in Jungian Process. 7:45-9:15 pm. FREE! Looking at the 22 major arcana cards as a reflection of Jung’s Individuation process, the Court cards to understand their influence in parallel to Jung’s function types and the numbered cards as an example of how we participate in life events. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-9422557, www.newleafmarket.coop. Nutritional Counseling and Assistance. 12:30 –1:30pm. Now only offered quarterly, so don’t miss your opportunity to have all of your questions about weight loss, eating for a healthy lifestyle, and diabetes addressed in a small group venue by a professional dietician. Offered by Leah Gilbert-Henderson, PhD, LD. Tallahassee Senior Center Health Suite. Donations appreciated. Preregistration encouraged, but not required. Call 891-4042 to schedule. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.

Thursday, September 15 Mental Health & Mindfulness. 7:45-8:45 pm. FREE! Alannah Arnold, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, has over 20 years of experience in the research and practice of several Mindfulness traditions. In this seminar, participants will learn how to utilize simple Mindfulness techniques that increase well-being and relaxation. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www. newleafmarket.coop. Meditation and Mindfulness. 10:30 – 11:30am. Now offered monthly on the 3rd Thursdays, these workshops will introduce you to some of the secrets of the timeless art of meditation. It will help you feel calmer, more focused and balanced. Mats optional. Taught by Leslie Hanks Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.

Friday, September 16 Fridays at Noon Concert Series. 12 Noon. FREE Concert: Lopez Tabor Duo. Arts for the Community at Thomas University - ACTU invites the community to the free Fridays at Noon bi-monthly lunch concerts that include a complimentary luncheon and feature regional and, occasionally, national performing artists Thomasville First United Methodist Church, 425 N. Broad St., 229-227-6964, www.thomasu.edu/actu.

Sunday, September 18 Ladybird Organics Fall Harvest Celebration. 2:00-5:00 pm. FREE! Join Cynthia Connolly, owner of Monticello Organic Vineyard & Winery, for a tour of her farm. Sample the wines and enjoy the hors d’oeuvres provided by New Leaf Market. Relax to original acoustic music by Jim Crozier and friends. For directions, visit www.monticellowinery.com. Ladybird Organic Farm, 1211 Waukeenah Hwy, Monticello, FL, www.newleafmarket.coop.

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Tuesday, September 20 Make Your Own Sushi. 7:45-8:45 pm. $5 owners, $7 non-owners (Pre-payment required to reserve your spot, limit 12). Join self-taught sushi expert Barry Courtney as he shares his enthusiasm for the avocado roll. Students will learn how to make sushi rice and practice rolling sushi. Yes, students can and will sample their creations! New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Wednesday, September 21 Cosmology, Physics & Jungian Process. 7:459:00 pm. FREE! Discover the parallels between scientific cosmological processes and Jung’s perspectives on the human psyche. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www. newleafmarket.coop.

Thursday, September 22 Eat Healthy, Live Longer. 7:45-9:00 pm. FREE! Eating healthy is not the same as eating foods you don’t like. Whole Foods Chef Sadiqa Williams will show you just how true that is—all you have to do is come to class. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop. Massage. Offered by Jonathan Walker, LMT. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.

Saturday, September 24 FLAUNT: 25 Downtown Art Crawl. 10am – 2:00pm. Downtown Shops - Thomasville Center for the Arts presents FLAUNT: 25 ~ 25 Artists, 25 Locations, 25 Days. During the Art Crawl, artists will be on hand from 10am to 2pm and will have 8-10 of their pieces on display and for sale in the selected 25 downtown locations. The art will remain on display until October 17th. Info: 229-226-0588, www. thomasvillearts.org.

Monday, September 26 Vegetables from the Sea. 7:45-9:00 pm. FREE! Jill Welch, whole foods educator, will demystify sea vegetables. Sea vegetables add valuable trace minerals to your diet and can detoxify heavy metals from your body. Jill will explain the various types of sea vegetables and prepare some delectable samples. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Wednesday, September 28 Election Forum. 6:30-8:00pm. FREE! New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www. newleafmarket.coop. Theology, Mythology & Religion: Aligning Your Beliefs in Jungian Process. 7:45-9:00 pm. FREE! Dichotomies within these three systems often create dysfunctional choices and problematic life situations. This talk will focus on the significance of merging and aligning these systems within ourselves, which allows us to live life more fully and creatively. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop. What Should I Tell My Doctor? My Pharmacist? 11:00 am – Noon. This presentation will leave you with a greater understanding about our traditional “Health-Belief” Model, how to avoid “White Coat Syndrome,” the importance of asking questions, where to get drug information, and barriers to appropriate prescribing. Presented by Mike McQuone, RPh, Executive Vice President/CEO of Florida Society of Health Systems Pharmacists. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.

Thursday, September 29 Herbal Relief for Back Pain. 7:45-9:00 pm. FREE! Naturopathic Doctor and Master Herbalist Wendy Creel will discuss back pain, specifically how to repair ruptured and deteriorated discs, herbs that alleviate pain and other possible causes of lower back pain and some herbal remedies and Naturopathic principles to heal them. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

ongoing calendar sunday Unity Eastside Services – 10am Celebration Service and Youth Ministry. 8551 Buck Lake Rd. 850-6561678, www.transformingourworld.org. Unity of Tallahassee Services – 9:30 & 11am Rev. Bill Williams. Dial-a-Thought 850-562-3766. 2850 Unity Lane, 850-562-5744, www.UnityofTallahassee.org. Pagan Picnic and Red Hills Pagan Council Meeting – 11 am on the second Sunday of each month. Our new location is the Divine Union Spiritual Co-op, 641-B McDonnel Drive in Railroad Square. Come meet local Pagans, Wiccans, Witches, Druids and other Earth worshippers. Bring a potluck dish to share, plates and utensils. Come for the picnic and stay for the RHPC monthly meeting at noon. Tallahassee Buddhist Book Discussion/Meditation Group. 1 to 2pm. Meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday in the Barnes N Noble Cafe in the Tallahassee Mall. Please contact Stacey Turknett for more information stayc1977@yahoo.com or 850-656-7066. Red Hills Small Farm Alliance Online Market, 9:00 AM, weekly call-in orders begin, and continue until Tuesdays, 11:30 PM. Orders for fresh, locally grown produce can be ordered 24-hours-a-day during this time. Pick up Thursdays, 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Bread & Roses Food Cooperative. The yearly sign up fee is $10 per shopper, $25 for farmers who want to sell produce. www.localfoodmarketplace.com/ redhills or call 850-216-1024.

monday Tallahassee Edible Garden Club – every first Monday. Meeting at the pavilion in Winthrop Park behind the tennis courts. 1601 Mitchell Ave. just off Thomasville Road and Betton Road. No RSVP necessary - for questions or to get on their email list contact the Edible Garden Club at Elizabeth. markovich@gmail.com. Yoga to Feel Good. 5:30-7pm. This class combines postures with inward focus, conscious breathing and meditative awareness to support us in moving from the periphery of our being to the center. As the process unfolds, tension is released, the body relaxes, the mind calms and the Light within begins to burn a little brighter! $80 -8 weeks, drop-ins welcome. Episcopal Church of the Advent 815 Piedmont Drive. www. lakulishyogatallahassee.com call 222-0291 or email JoAnna joannadevi@earthlink.net. Brain-Body-Memory Balance. 1:30-2:30pm. Low impact, seated exercise. Taught by Kathy Gilbert. Bring water bottle and wear comfortable clothing. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Spiritual Growth/Study Group based on the Edgar Cayce readings. 7pm . Join us or let us help you start your own group. Genevieve Blazek - (850) 893-3269.

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Chan/Zen Group meets at 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. There are two 20-minute periods of seated meditation punctuated by short periods of either walking meditation or mindful Yoga. Each meeting concludes with a short session of question and answers. If you have no meditation experience, please arrive 20 minutes before the meeting for basic meditation instructions. For more information see us at www.tallahasseebuddhistcommunity.org/mondayevenings.html. Located at the Tallahassee Buddhist Community in Railroad Square -- 647 McDonnell Drive.

tuesday Apalachee Beekeepers meets every second Tuesday at Leon County Extension Office on Paul Russell Road. Business at 6:30 and program at 7pm. The Apalachee Beekeepers are a knowledgeable and friendly group. They love to help new beekeepers get started. Go to their website for more details at http://sites.google.com/site/apalacheebee. Healing Arts Alliance Meeting – 7-8:30pm 2nd Tues each month. Educational meeting open to all interested in healing arts. Email SusieHowell333@ comcast.net to get meeting announcements. www. healingartsalliance.org. Life Exercise - 9:30–10:30am (also Thurs). Aerobics, light weights, stretching. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 850-891-4000. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Brain-Body-Memory Balance. 10:00 – 11:00 am. Dynamic and fun low-impact exercise that improves memory, strength and balance. Bring water bottle and wear comfortable clothing. Taught by Kathy Gilbert. Optimist Park Community Center, East Indianhead Dr. 891-4009. Gentle yoga at Unity Eastside. 10:30-11:45am. Begins again on September 27th. Drop-ins welcome. Please contact Geralyn Russell at 878-2843 or yogawithgeralyn@yahoo.com. Intermediate Yoga. 5:30-7:30. How do you extract the elixir of contentment from the ocean of events in your life, rather than the poison of anger and greed? We will take a deeper look at the yamas - the first step of yoga, and then do breathing and postures. Please call or email if interested in this class. Drop-ins are not permitted due to the popularity of this class. $90 for 8 weeks at the Sanctuary 2824 Par Lane off Blairstone South. www.lakulishyogatallahassee.com call 222-0291 or email JoAnna joannadevi@earthlink.net. Seated NIA Yoga (Neuromuscular Intergrative Action). 11:00 am-Noon. Taught by Lori Roberts, certified NIA yoga instructor. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Blood Pressure Screenings - 10am-12 Noon (also Wed & Thurs). Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 850-891-4000. Tallahassee Senior Center. 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Men in Unity. Meets at 11:45 am on the second Tuesday of each month at Honey-Baked Ham, on Capital Circle near Mahan Drive.

wednesday Brain-Body- Memory Balance. 2:00-3:00 pm. Low-impact, seated exercise. Bring water bottle and wear comfortable clothing. Heritage Oaks. 891-4000.

Drumming Circle. 7-9 p.m. on Third Fridays in the Children’s House behind Unity Eastside’s main building. A willing heart, moving hands and a loving participation is all that’s needed. Some percussion instruments may be provided, but it if you have a drum, please bring it. Contact Mike Smith at msmithdrummerboy37@gmail.com for information. Unity Eastside, 8551 Buck Lake Road, www.unity-eastside.org 656-1678.

Blood Pressure Screenings. 10am-Noon (also Tues & Thurs). Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 850-891-4000.

Blood Glucose Screenings. 10:00 am - Noon. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 891-4000.

The CrossRoads Shih Tzu Rescue Adoptions Event. 11am-2pm every second Saturday. Hosted by The Naturally Healthy Pet. 1850 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee. For more information call 850576-7387, or got to www.tallahasseepetstore.com or visit their Facebook page.

Tibetan Chenrezig Meditation. The Buddha of Compassion. Chanting, prayer and meditation in the Tibetan tradition. Open to all. Meets 7-8PM. Located at the Tallahassee Buddhist Community in Railroad Square, 647 McDonnell Dr. 445-0387. Gentle Yoga. 6:00-7:00pm. $12 per class. Gentle stretches to open the body and deepen the breath followed up by a short, guided relaxation/meditation, a perfect addition to the middle of the week to glide smoothly to the finish! Drop-ins welcome. At the Sanctuary 2824 Par Lane off Blairstone South. www.lakulishyogatallahassee.com call 222-0291 or email JoAnna joannadevi@earthlink.net. Prayer and meditation with Dr. Patty Ball Thomas, L.U.T. Noon. Unity Eastside, 8551 Buck Lake Road, admin@unity-eastside.org 656-1678.

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Life Exercise. 9:30 –10:30am (also Tues). Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 891-4000. Blood Pressure Screenings. 10am-Noon (also Tues & Wed). Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Tallahassee Pagan Meetup - Second Thursday of each month at 7 pm. Come meet local Pagans, Wiccans, Witches, Druids and other practitioners of New-Age spirituality and religion! Make friends, share stories and exchange knowledge. For more information check out http://pagan.meetup. com/1296/ or email KrazyPagan@aol.com. Crystal Connection, 1105 Apalachee Parkway.

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Local Business Saturday. Local Business Saturday will take place on the 2nd Saturday of every month in 2011 and is intended to increase public awareness of the value of shopping locally. Mayor John Marks -- in collaboration with the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, the Capital City Chamber of Commerce, Locally Owned Tallahassee, Market District Tallahassee and other local business leaders -- launched the ‘Local Business Saturday’ initiative. Come on out and support locally owned businesses! Train Rides at Veterans Memorial Park. The second Sat. of each month. 11:00-3:00pm. NW Theo Jacobs Road, Bristol, FL 32321. For more information check out www.VeteransMemorialRailroad. org and YouTube - Veteran’s Memorial Railroad for video footage of the train in action! Chen Style Tai Chi. 9-10:30am. FREE. Class is suitable for practitioners of all skill levels. www. webdharma.com/taiji. Please email for additional information to: alannah1000@yahoo.com. Located at the Tallahassee Buddhist Community, 647 McDonnell Drive. Tallahassee Farmers Market at Market Square. 8am – 5pm. Year-round. rain or shine. Early Birds get the best selection! The oldest farmers market in Tallahassee. Growers and resellers. Organic and conventionally grown. 1415 Timberlane Rd Tallahassee.

friday Chair Yoga: 11 a.m. – Noon, by Certified Yoga Instructors Bridget Kamke. A gentle yoga workout for increased mobility, bladder control, self-esteem, and mental focus. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Chanting and Meditation. 7-9pm on Second Friday of the month. Enrich your spiritual practice! Join Jeffji in singing easy-to-learn chants from eastern and western traditions. Donations will benefit the church. Unity Eastside, 8551 Buck Lake Road, 656-1678.

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An artist and art educator with a passion for Jungian psychology, indigenous values, symbolism and writing (and over 25 years of professional experience), Licia blends visual image, written and spoken word, and healing and intuitive arts in original, unique art that reveal profound truths. Licia offers specialty commissioned collages for Rite of Passage, “Message from Spirit”, Birthday, Midlife, and Initiation into New Cycle (wonderful gifts!), playshops and customized Collage Retreats. With an international following on her Blog, FaceBook and Twitter, Licia’s genuine messages of self love and inner wisdom are gently affirming seekers all over the globe.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY healthy solutions, inc.

Rick Ferrall, lmt, 850-294-8069 521 E. College Ave., TLH 32301 www.healthy_solutions@comcast.net

CranioSacral Therapy addresses scoliosis, chronic fatigue and MS, infant disorders, learning disabilities, orthopedic problems, emotional difficulties, chronic neck/back pain, stress and tension related problems, TMJ, brain/spinal cord injuries, and cancer issues. MA24604 / MM11960

HEALING Healing Path Alice McCall

Advanced Energy Healer & Counselor BS Psychology, MBA, Hypnotherapist www.healingpath.info: 850-585-5496

I offer phone sessions, specializing in healing serious health issues and unwanted patterns. My book ‘Wellness Wisdom’ has little known information on natural health and healing; inspired by my journey with cancer. Free 15 minutes phone consultation to learn how I can help you.

HEALTHCARE FLORIDA WELLNESS CENTER OF TALLAHASSEE 850.385.6664 2339 North Monroe Street (next to Boston Market) www.floridawellnessandrehab.com

At Florida Wellness & Rehabilitation Centers we are committed to keeping up with the latest technologies and treatments to provide our patients with the best rehabilitative experience possible. We believe in educating and encouraging our patients to take an active role in their own treatment.

Tallahassee, S. Georgia, Gulf Coast

Integrative Healthcare

N. Elizabeth Markovich, MSN, ARNP 850-878-4434 2016 Delta Blvd. Suite 100 Tallahasee 32308 www.IHCFL.com

We offer primary care, preventive care with a holistic approach. We use special testing with 11 outside laboratories to help find the cause of chronic illness and use a functional medicine approach (www. functionalmedicine.org). We also have hypnosis combined with acupuncture by IB Price MD, massage and cranio-sacral therapy by Angele LaGrave LMT and Nutritional Counseling by Leah Gilbert-Henderson PhD nutrition.Accept Medicare, Blue Cross, Universal, Aetna, others.

HEALTHY PET The Naturally Healthy Pet

NEW GENESIS CENTER Patrice Bullock, MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner-C www.NewGenesisCenter.com 229-228-9050

A healthcare center-Functional medicine, patient-centered approach, non-drug, science-based, results oriented. Getting to the source of your health problems rather than bandaiding. Simple to complex problems. Skin care, digestive problems to the more complex health problems such as Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Chemical Sensitivity. Extraordinary results & health transformation. Functional medicine approach consults, hormone testing, detoxification, weight loss, expert skincare consult & prof. treatments, colonics, far-infrared sauna, physical therapy, massage therapy,

HYPNOSIS DARLENE TREESE, Ph.D.

State Board Licensed 850-201-0073

Diplomate in Sports Counseling, National Institute of Sports Professionals. Past President, American Psychotherapy and Medical Hypnosis Association. e-Therapy and TherapyChat/Office-Based Hypnosis and Life Coaching/ Professional Seminar Training www.AskDrTreese.com

Owners, Basil Cousins & Jerry Ayers 1850 Thomasville Road Tallahassee, Fl 32303 850-576-7387 tnhpet@gmail.com www.tallahasseepetstore.com

The Naturally Healthy Pet is a unique pet supply store with a mission to provide the finest quality nutrition for dogs and cats. The store provides an eclectic assortment of Holistic, Grain-free dry and wet diets, 100% organic raw pet foods with no preservatives, hormones, chemicals, fillers or additives. There are also treats like natural bakerystyle cookies, rawhide and antler chews, as well as an abundant selection of toys, leashes and other pet gifts. We passionately support pet issues such as adoptions, spay/neuter programs, pet therapy and training programs.

HOLISTIC HEALTH Fertile Crescent Reiki Center

Susie Howell, Reiki Master Miccosukee Land Co-op Tallahassee, FL 850-877-0371

Susie Howell began practicing Reiki in 1986 and has been an Usui Master since 1995. She offers treatments and classes in a beautiful, peaceful setting, usually spread out over three days. The Usui System of Reiki Healing is a way of working with sacred energy to enhance natural healing. Reiki seeks to bring about integrity on the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual levels. It works well with other healing modalities, including allopathic medicine. Learning Reiki is simple and direct; it requires no prior training. See Calendar of Events for info on upcoming class.

www.natallahassee.com

INTERGRATIVE MEDICINE Archbold Integrative Medicine Center

John Mansberger, MD, Medical Director. 229-228-7008; 2705 E. Pinetree Blvd. #C, Thomasville, GA 31792.

A holistic team approach to a variety of medical problems. Offering acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, pain relief, natural hormone replacement, Cancer therapy, nutrition, weight control, herbal medicine, yoga and physical therapy. www.archbold.org.

IPHONE APP Tallylife

Tallahassee’s 1st Local Mobile Town Guide.

The Tallylife website features all the people, places and events happening in Florida’s Capital City. All your event listings are free and can be easily uploaded via the website.Download the FREE iPhone app and soon to be released Droid app! www.tallylife. com

UNITY OF TALLAHASSEE

REAL ESTATE

PHOTOGRAPHY

2850 Unity Lane, TLH, 850-562-5744, Rev. Bill Williams, Minister,

REAL ESTATE TEAM - KW

Ansley Studio

Debbie Leo - 273-9306 Jennifer Stowell - 567-3223

Ansley Simmons artist . photographer . owner 229.224.6021 • www.AnsleyStudio.com

You can have a green home or find a green home for your family’s health and future. If you’re looking to buy or sell, call Debbie Leo and Jenn Stowell! Your Tallahassee Keller Williams agents.

Specializing in portraits & weddings. MFA in Photography, Arts Administration Doctoral Student, Art Museum Education Certificate Florida State University

YOGA WORSHIP 8551 Buck Lake Road, TLH, 850-656-1678 Rev. Jean Debarbieris Owen, Minister www,unity-eastside.org www.facebook.com- unityeastsidechurch

Southeastern community blood ctr. 1-800-722-2218. Located in Tallahassee; Marianna, FL; Thomasville & Douglas, GA. scbcinfo.org

LAKULISH YOGA

UNITY EASTSIDE

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

A ministry that seeks inspiration from the teachings of Jesus and finds common ground with spiritual masters from other traditions. We invite you to join us. Sunday Services 9:30 & 11 AM. Youth Education 11 AM. Wednesday Service at Noon.

Blood donors save lives. Is there any greater reward? Save Lives. Give Blood. M-F, 9am–6pm. (Sat. hours in Tallahassee: 9am–1pm)

Rev. Jean believes the love of God is unfolding in each person, place, Thing. Join us in Worship: Celebration Service 10AM; Youth Ministry 10AM, noon prayer Wed.

www.lakulishyogatallahassee.com 850-273-1861 joannadevi@earthlink.net

Yoga is so much more than the postures we are so familiar with --- yoga is the science of the soul --- our ultimate journey! Come and explore yoga with us. We offer hatha yoga classes, chanting with Om Sweet Om, a Bhagavad Gita study group, summer yoga camp for children and periodic workshops to delve deeper into the classical 8-step path to liberation. We are dedicated to upholding the integrity of the original teachings in a loving and sacred environment.

Open the Door to Your New Home YOU CAN HAVE A GREEN HOME OR FIND A GREEN HOME FOR YOUR FAMILY’S HEALTH AND FUTURE

n Free Comparative Market Analysis of your home n

Free Consultation for buyers or sellers

n Free consultation on how to make your home eco-friendly If you’re looking to buy or sell, call Debbie Leo and Jenn Stowell!

Tallahassee’s Mother and Daughter Real Estate Team would love to HELP YOU FIND A HOME

Ask us how you can make a more eco-friendly purchase!

Debbie 273-9306 Jennifer 567-3223

Creative marketing • Strategic networking Public Relations outreach Project management Special events planning Product and service representation DEANNA MIMS

850.425.5240 DMIMS@MARKETDONE.COM WWW.MARKETDONE.COM

natural awakenings

September 2011

Gas Money the Environment DID YOU KNOW...

KIA cares about the Environment, too? 10 models get over 30mpg and 3 models get over 40mpg! Call Colleen Harp for a test drive.

AUTOSPORT 40

Colleen Harp 2755 W. Tennessee St. Tallahassee, FL 32304 850-321-7893

Oval Logo 4/C -www.natallahassee.com Large Tallahassee, S. Georgia, GulfKia Coast