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letterfrompublisher “It isn’t enough to talk about peace. One must believe in it. And it isn’t enough to believe in it. One must work at it.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt A new year is upon us and there’s a resolution-driven energy in the air to abandon bad habits and jumpstart new fitness routines. Yet, I can’t help but notice that this optimistic buzz seems to be up against regular reminders that we live in a complicated and conflicted world, where universal peace is still a collective dream. What would happen if everyone made peace a part of their New Year’s intentions? What if we took time to find peace in the everyday moments that we often zoom past—the warmth of sunlight on a cold day, the embrace of a child before bed, the release from a deep exhale? When faced with challenges, we can make peace by replacing power with love and we can strive to give unconditionally. When we live in the moment, we can be more mindful and therefore more aware that our actions can lead us to peace—or away from it. Find peace, make peace, keep peace. It sounds so simple, yet it’s so very challenging, and as Eleanor Roosevelt said, we must work at it. Will you join me on this peacekeeping mission? With our elevated levels of inner peace, we can embrace this year's energy for renewed wellness. From the local newsbriefs, healthbriefs, tips for going green, to the amazing directory of local practitioners, this first annual Natural Awakenings Natural Living Directory offers progressive yet accessible guidance for a healthy 2016.

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he Sacred Art of Healing, business since 2011 and specializing in ThetaHealing, offers eight different classes such as Basic and Advanced DNA, Soul Mate, Manifesting and Abundance, as well as monthly classes, seminars, meditations, group healing and private sessions designed to manifest positive change within the subconscious mind to make positive changings in the physical body. Toxic mental stress can wreak havoc on the body, but changing the way we feel about life can create amazing changes. Those seeking to quell emotional or physical disease or disorders will want to take advantage of the classes, seminars or one on one session with founder Jeff Renel. He is a ThetaHealing practitioner and instructor, Reiki master and co-host of The Luminosity Wellness Radio Show on Vegas All Net Radio. Location: 2400 N. Tanaya Way, Las Vegas. For more information, call 702-324-2595, email Jeff@TheSacredArtOfHealing.com or visit, TheSacredArtOfHealing.com. See ad, page 19.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction at Stillpoint

tress Less Las Vegas brings Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MSBR) to participants every Thursday night from January 21 to March 10 with Leanne Earnest, Ph.D., at the Stillpoint Center, in Las Vegas. She states, “Meditation practice is intended to bring about transformation and change through the cultivation of present moment awareness as it is experienced through the senses. It is a departure from our chronic thinking, comparing and judging mind. With practice, meditators become aware of the changing flow of experience as it occurs and gain an enhanced appreciation of experience recognizing the impermanent nature of all things.” Participants in MBSR engage in experiential learning through multiple modalities of mindfulness practice, and by the end of eight weeks, can create a personalized practice from the modalities that resonate with them. “Our thoughts, beliefs and attitudes greatly affect our ability to manage common stressors,” says Earnest. “Mindfulness meditation practice helps us learn to be more responsive, rather than reactive to situations. Practitioners cultivate awareness of experience in a nonjudgmental and open-hearted manner.” Location: 8072 W. Sahara Ave., Ste. D, Las Vegas. For more information, call 702562-1285, email DrEarnest@StressLessLasVegas.com or visit, StressLessLasVegas. com. See ad, page 17.

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he three-day G. Alex Foundation fifth annual tennis tournament for the Davis Kup of Las Vegas, to be held February 5, 6 and 7, kicks off with a Players' Party on February 5 at Red Rock Country Club, with dinner, recreational gaming, entertainment, raffle, auction and player introductions. The public is welcome. Competitive matches will be played over the next two days, vying for prize money and bragging rights while supporting G. Alex Foundation's tennis and wellness programs. Sponsorship, donation and volunteer opportunities are available, and contributions may be tax-deductible. The nonprofit G. Alex Foundation was founded in Nevada in 2009 to promote health and provide members of the community with opportunities to engage in healthy activity via tennis and health services such as screenings for prostate cancer, kidney disease, hypertension and diabetes for adults at high risk; specialized massage treatments for breast cancer patients; and the basic academic needs of at-risk, low-income students. Tickets are $50. Location: 2250 Red Springs Dr., Las Vegas. Players register online at GetCourtside.com/communities/las_vegas. For more information, call 702-807-7349 or visit GAlexFoundation. org.

Transformative Energy Makeovers Create Beauty Through Self-Discovery

o celebrate the new year, Oasis to Zen Wellness Center and Transformation Spa has expanded its menu to include a series of groundbreaking programs created by Cheri Petroni, holistic esthetician and Reiki practitioner at Oasis to Zen. Petroni’s work over the years as a skin therapist and healer has taught her that lasting beauty requires transformation of not only the physical body, but also core healing of the energy body. As a result, these programs are uniquely designed to address each aspect of holistic wellness in order to unearth blocks, identify unhealthy patterns and create a framework for lasting transformation of mind, body and spirit. Transformative Energy Makeovers combine this framework of self-discovery with alternative healing tools such as meridian points, anti-aging massage, Reiki energy healing and flower essences. The goal is to create a personal healing journey for each client that connects their inner essence with unique inner and outer beauty. Each participant will be able to use the tools learned through Transformative Energy Makeovers for a lifetime of continued spiritual growth and healing. See ad, page 22. Location: 5715 W. Alexander, Ste. 140, Las Vegas. For more information, call 702491-6035, email Cheri@OasisToZen.com or visit, OasisToZen.com. See ad, page 22.

Become a Spirit Channel at the New Three University

ew Three University, with a mission to provide trainings to ignite world peace through deeply immersing students into an interactive workshop experience and bringing forth their greatest soul potential into their life in every way, has established a training curriculum in Las Vegas. Certification programs include Voice Channeling Mediumship, Five Accomplishments Spiritual Life Coaching and Psychic Retrieval Intuitive Development. Students can learn a 12-step mediumship technique to become a master voice channel and certified practitioner of voice channeling, capable of guiding friends and clients through their own voice channeling session. Jason Nelson is the visionary channel and teacher of New Three University, supported by co-founder and integrity channel Melissa Lilly.

Luminosity Wellness Radio Show Shares Holistic Advice

eff Renel and Christine Essex are offering the hottest tips on living a healthy lifestyle, self-care and selfhealing every Thursday from 3 to 4 p.m. at VegasAllNetRadio.com. “We wanted to create something to get the word out about what we do,” says Essex. “The show gives us an opportunity to explain the modalities that we teach at our wellness center and promote our practitioners.” Essex is the owner of Luminosity Wellness Center, a health and business resource that offers the public education in holistic health, nutrition, massage, aromatherapy, fitness, Reiki, yoga, meditation, ThetaHealing and more. The Luminosity Wellness Radio Show allows Renel and Essex to share their message on a more personal level and reach a lot of people. “Our health, wealth and happiness is dependent upon ourselves, and we want people to know that they have choices,” says Essex. “The holistic view of mind, body and spirit is so empowering, and we are grateful to be able to share that message with our listeners every week.” See ad, page 17. See profile, page 38.

For more information, call Melissa Lilly at 310-929-5919, email Support@NewThreeUniversity.com or visit NewThreeUniversity.com. See calendar listing, page 50.

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ari Dennis, a Board-Certified health and wellness counselor, Certified Food For Life cooking instructor, private health coach, public speaker, author and owner of My Wellness Counts, LLC, is holding a four-week Women's Wellness Workshop series from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., January 23 and 30 and February 6 and 13. She states, “Women are busy taking care of others and rarely have enough time to take care of ourselves. Yet, doing so is exactly what we need to be our best.” This new My Wellness Counts program of nutrition, cooking, health and life coaching classes is specifically designed to promote Women's Wellness. The workshops support making nutritious choices; encourage exploration of health and life goals; demonstrate plant-based cooking in a hands-on kitchen; teach how to navigate nutrition and healthy living; and provide personal guidance in a collaborative setting For more information, call 702-443-4339, email Sari@MyWellnessCounts or visit MyWellnessCounts.com. See ad, page 3.

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esearch published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has found people that feel younger than their years have a lower incidence of earlier mortality. Conducted by scientists from the UK’s University College London, the research analyzed data from 6,489 people and measured their self-perceived age with the question, “How old do you feel you are?” Then, over more than eight years, the scientists tracked the number of deaths from all causes. Almost 70 percent of those that averaged a little over 65 reported feeling at least three years younger than their chronological age. Only a quarter said they felt close to their age and about 5 percent said they felt more than a year older. The research found that deaths among those that felt younger were 14 percent, while more than 18 percent of those who felt their own age and more than 24 percent of people that felt older died during the follow-up period. The research further found that individuals that felt at least three years younger were less likely to die later from heart disease or cancer. These relationships prevailed even when other health and lifestyle factors were eliminated. Co-author Andrew Steptoe, Ph.D., says, “We expected to find an association between self-perceived age and mortality. We didn’t expect that the relationship would still be present even when wealth, other socio-demographic indicators, health, depression, mobility and other factors were taken into account.”

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wo common vitamins are making headlines in medical research. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that supplementation with vitamin E may reduce the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. The five-year study followed 561 Alzheimer’s patients and included a placebo and the pharmaceutical drug memantine. Those that took vitamin E had a reduced progression of the disease compared to both a placebo group and the memantine group. Also, researchers from the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center found that vitamin D supplementation reduced the risk of falling for elderly folks. The study had a vitamin D supplement or a placebo delivered through a Meals-on-Wheels program to 68 people. The subjects were given blood tests and their history of falls was measured. Diaries revealed that the individuals taking vitamin D supplements fell less than half the number of times than the placebo group.

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Scientists Urge Ban on Non-Stick Pan Coatings

new paper published in the Environmental Health Perspectives journal warns of the continued health risks of chemicals used for non-stick pan coatings and water repellents on clothing. The chemical is being found in some municipalities’ drinking water. More than 200 scientists signed the statement, which presents the dangers of poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These chemicals are persistently used as pan coatings, despite more than a decade of research showing associations with liver toxicity, neurological disorders, cancers of different organs and types, and heart conditions. The paper noted that many manufacturers have discontinued long-chain PFAS production and substituted shorter-chain PFAS. The scientists caution that these shorter-chain PFAS may not effectively reduce PFAS exposure because more has to be used to achieve the same effectiveness, maintaining PFAS in the environment with exposure levels relatively unchanged. It calls for scientists, governments, chemical manufacturers and consumer product manufacturers to participate in halting all PFAS production.

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Autism Spurs Creative Thinking

he UK’s University of East Anglia and the University of Stirling conducted a study of individuals with autistic traits among 312 people recruited through social media, including 75 diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorder. Each of the subjects completed a series of creativity tests in which they determined uses of mundane objects. Published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, the study found that while the autistic people chose fewer uses for each object, their choices were significantly more original and creative. The subjects developed a greater range of “divergent thinking”. Martin Doherty, Ph.D., co-author of the study, confirms, “People with high autistic traits can have less quantity, but greater quality of creative ideas. They are typically considered to be more rigid in their thinking, so the fact that the ideas they have are more unusual or rare is surprising. This difference may have positive implications for creative problem solving.” The researchers found that while the average person will utilize simple mental strategies to produce more obvious answers first, autistic people tend to first utilize more demanding strategies during their processing, thus producing the more creative result.

Sunlight Reduces Risk of Pancreatic Cancer

esearchers from the University of California (UC) School of Medicine at San Diego have determined that regions with greater exposure to ultraviolet (UV)-B radiation from the sun and reduced cloud cover have significantly lower incidence of pancreatic cancer. In an analysis of global rates of the disease, the research, published in the Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, demonstrated that areas with more sunshine had only one-sixth of the pancreatic cancer rates of areas with less sunshine. The farther from the equator, the less is the exposure to UV-B radiation, leading to less body production of vitamin D. Study author Cedric F. Garland, doctor of public health, a UC professor and member of the UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center, says, “If you’re living at a high latitude or in a place with a lot of heavy cloud cover, you can’t make vitamin D most of the year, which results in a higher-than-normal risk of getting pancreatic cancer.” According to World Cancer Research Fund International, 338,000 new cases of pancreatic cancer are diagnosed annually, and it is the seventh most lethal form of cancer.

actionalert No-Choice Vaccines California Mandates Shots for Childcare Workers

After passing the state House and Senate, California Senate Bill 792 was approved by Governor Jerry Brown on October 11. The unprecedented law mandates vaccines for adult childcare workers and volunteers, including all individuals working in private and public school early childhood education programs, with no religious exemptions permitted. SB 792 reads, “Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis [whooping cough] and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.” The same regulations also apply to family home day care workers and volunteers. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in a loss of licensing for the facility/center. For more information, visit Tinyurl. com/californiasb792. Let California lawmakers hear what the people want via Legislature.ca.gov.

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Fish Folly

Marine Life Drops by Half since 1970 The nonprofit World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the Zoological Society of London have jointly determined that industrial-scale overfishing, pollution and climate change have killed half of all marine life over the last 40 years. The Living Blue Planet Report cites that species essential to the global food supply are among the hardest hit, partially due to humans catching them faster than they can reproduce. Large swaths of coral reefs, mangroves and sea grasses have also died, further decimating fish populations. Statistics show that the family of fish that includes tuna and mackerel has declined by 75 percent since 1970. The number of species is also declining; a quarter of all shark and ray species face extinction. Half of all coral has already disappeared, and the rest will vanish by 2050 if temperatures continue to rise at current rates. “Coral reefs occupy less than 1 percent of the ocean surface, but they harbor a third of ocean species,” says French biologist Gilles Boeuf. The WWF report argues that protected global ocean area should be tripled by 2020 and fish retailers should source from companies that follow certified best practice standards. Source: Tinyurl.com/WWF2015BluePlanetReport

Drive-Thru Vegan

Amy’s Opens Organic Fast Food Restaurant California now hosts the nation’s first Amy’s Organic Drive-Thru restaurant, in Rohnert Park, with a vegetarian menu sporting veggie burgers, salads and dishes served in both regular and vegan varieties. Ingredients are sustainably grown and GMO-free (no genetically modified ingredients). The company’s signature frozen pizzas have been popular for years in health food and grocery stores nationwide, and now Amy’s first restaurant is serving them hot, with toppings ranging from spinach and diced tomatoes to a choice of mozzarella cheese or vegan “cheeze”. While some other fast food restaurants import almost all of their products from factory farming operations and give nothing back to the community, Amy’s DriveThru grows produce sustainably on its own roof. Amy’s Kitchen, a family-owned, privately held organic frozen food company, reportedly pays workers a living wage with health benefits. On the inaugural restaurant’s popularity, Manager Paul Schiefer remarks, “It’s given us a lot of hope that this is a concept that works.” 14

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Eastern Practices Penetrate U.S. Corporate Culture Aetna CEO Mark Bertolini has introduced free yoga and meditation classes for employees of the health insurance giant, and more than 13,000 are participating. On average, they experienced a 28 percent reduction in their stress levels, 20 percent improvement in sleep quality, 19 percent reduction in pain and 62 minutes per week of extra productivity. “We have this groundswell inside the company of people wanting to take the classes,” says Bertolini. “It’s been pretty magical.” He sells the same classes to businesses that contract with Aetna. Google now offers emotional intelligence courses for employees and General Mills has a meditation room in every building on its Minneapolis corporate campus. Even conservative Wall Street firms such as Goldman Sachs are teaching meditation on the job. Some programs, from yoga sessions for factory workers to guided meditations for executives, are intended to improve overall well-being; others to increase focus and productivity. Most aim to make employees more presentminded, less prone to make rash decisions and generally nicer people to work with. More than 21 million individuals now practice yoga nationwide, double the number from a decade ago, and nearly as many meditate, according to the National Institutes of Health. Source: MindfulYogaHealth.com

Doctor’s Orders

GMO Labeling Endorsed by Physicians Even as the federal government pursues H.R. 1599, aka the “Deny Americans the Right to Know” (DARK) act, mainstream medicine is urging the government to abandon its resistance to GMO (genetically modified organism) labeling. They are bolstered by a recent announcement by the World Health Organization that glyphosate (the active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup weed killer) is probably carcinogenic in humans. The genetic engineering ends up making crops resistant to the herbicide so more must be applied. According to contributing doctors from Harvard, Mt. Sinai Medical Center and the University of Wisconsin reporting in the New England Journal of Medicine, “GM crops are now the agricultural products most heavily treated with herbicides, and two of these herbicides may pose risks of cancer.” A recent notice in the same journal, “GMOs, Herbicides and Public Health,” reports: “The application of biotechnology to agriculture has been rapid and aggressive. The vast majority of the soy and [feed] corn grown in the United States are now genetically engineered. Foods produced from GM crops have become ubiquitous.” Sixty-four countries, including Russia and China, have already adopted transparency in labeling laws, but U.S. Big Food and Big Ag lobbyists have stonewalled efforts domestically.

Sci-Fi Solution

Beaming Solar Power to Earth from Space A great deal of solar power falls on our planet, but a lot more misses us and goes off into space. Scientists at JAXA, Japan’s space administration, have made a major breakthrough in accurate wireless power transmission on Earth that bodes well for solar space technology. The team beamed 1.8 kilowatts of power, enough to power an electric tea kettle, more than 50 meters to a small receiver without any wires whatsoever. The researchers were able to accomplish this task by first converting the electrical energy to microwaves, and then beaming them to a remote receiver before converting them back into electrons. The program’s goal is to harness a constant supply of solar energy directly from space using orbital solar farms, and then beam that energy for use on Earth. Solar power generation in space has many advantages over current technology, including the constant availability of energy regardless of the weather or time of day. Source: Global.jaxa.jp

Unique Character

Sesame Street Addresses Autism After working with organizations such as Autism Speaks and the Autism Self Advocacy Network, Sesame Street has been aiming to help reduce the stigma associated with autism spectrum disorder. A new autistic character, Julia, already has her own digital storybook, We’re Amazing, 1,2,3 as part of the campaign See Amazing in All Children. According to Dr. Jeanette Betancourt, senior vice president of U.S. social impact at Sesame Workshop, Sesame Street producers are waiting to hear back from the autism community before introducing Julia to the TV show. For more information, visit Autism.SesameStreet.org/storybook-we-are-amazing and Tinyurl.com/MeetJuliaVideo.

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t Your Service Pet Supply and Grooming (AYS) in Henderson, a full-service, pet-friendly supply store in business for more than eight years with health conscious products for dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles and little critters, has been voted the number one pet supply store in the Valley for good reason. They host daily pet adoptions, doggy date nights and events to support animal rescue and adoption, as well as a dog food drive to collect food for rescue dogs and shelters. Owner Gena Bumin says, “We are dedicated to providing our customers with the most up to date pet food/supply information. Our goal is to help your pet obtain and maintain optimal health. Staff members are qualified to answer questions and give their opinions on topics ranging from pet behavior, allergy symptoms and herbal supplements that benefit your animal and you to recommending a local veterinarian or dog sitter.” Professional, certified in-store groomers, holistic allergy testing kits and in-store dog training are available. At Your Service Pet Supply is 100 percent behind helping all pets find “furever” homes and regularly hosts and sponsors special events benefiting various local nonprofit groups.

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January 2016

Akashic Record Reading — Anti-Aging

AKASHIC RECORD READINGS

ANTI-AGING

Anti-Aging —Bodywork

Body Resonance Myofascial Wellness Center Rowena Cua 702-776-8881 Rowena@BodyMFR.com BodyMFR.com

ody Resonance Myofascial Wellness Center (BRMWC), holistic wellness facility in Las Vegas that specializes in the John Barnes F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach (MFR). Each person will have a unique experience and individualized care in every session due to everyone's fascia and traumas being different. "We don't just treat the label/diagnosis," says owner Rowena Cua. "We find the cause and treat the whole body. We are unique, we don't have protocols like traditional medicine/physical/massage therapy." BRMWC offer sessions on the amethyst BioMat, retail self care tools, sell doTERRA essential oils and conduct free classes on the benefits of essential oils. According to Cua, "MFR is the missing link to health care and other forms of healing modalities. It is a safe and very effective, hands-on technique that involves applying gentle, sustained pressure into the myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion. Trauma, inflammatory responses and/or surgical procedures create myofascial restrictions that can produce tensile pressures of approximately 2,000 pounds per square inch on pain-sensitive structures that do not show up in many of the standard tests, such as X-rays, myelograms, CAT scans and electromyography." Why not experience something different and give your body what it needs? "We have highly skilled Manual therapists to help facilitate your healing process," says Cua. "We are passionate about adding value to people's lives, helping them be empowered on their healing journey and assisting to release physical and emotional trauma.” See ad, page 41.

BEAUTY/SKINCARE NYR ORGANIC U.S.

Patty LaBarbara PattyOrganics@gmail.com 210-551-6249 us.NYROrganic.com/shop/pattylab

profile, page 38.

Certified, award-winning organic products. 34 year old company. Skin care, essential oils, hair, baby, supplements, teas. Watch videos on my website to learn what we're all about. Organic health and beauty is our passion. See

BEAUTY/SKINCARE OASIS TO ZEN WELLNESS CENTER AND TRANSFORMATION SPA

Cheri Petroni, Holistic Skincare Therapist, Transformative Esthetician 5715 W. Alexander Rd., Suite 140, LV 89130 702-491-6035 • OasisToZen.com All natural skincare solution! We use only nontoxic products and incorporate alternative holistic modalities: anti-aging pressure point massage, Reiki, non-needle acupuncture, mediation and wellness instruction. Look and feel younger without surgery or toxic fillers. See ad, page 22.

BODYWORK OASIS TO ZEN WELLNESS CENTER AND TRANSFORMATION SPA

ANTI-AGING NERIUM INTERNATIONAL

DeLois Clausell Hollinger 702-217-1170 • SoftSkin4u2@gmail.com indiya.nerium.com

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Want younger looking skin? Nerium offers proprietary products that address the signs and underlying causes of aging. A powerful antioxidant that boosts the cell renewal process to reveal youngerlooking skin. 30 day money

BALANCING HORMONES HOLISTIC ANTI-AGING HORMONES

Tomas Casey, Reiki Master 5715 W. Alexander Rd., Suite 140, LV 89130 702-491-6035 • OasisToZen.com

Dr. Patricia Beckstead, B.S., D.C. Dr.Patti@BalancingHormonesNaturally.com 702-263-0844 • Free Phone Consults Unbalanced hormones effect MIND, BODY & SPIRIT. Regain youthful energy, lose weight, boost your libido, banish depression. Don't deal with side effects of prescriptions Hormones. Maximize health, wellness & Longevity! See ad, page 16. See profile, page 31.

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R e i k i e n e rg y t r e a t m e n t / instruction for anyone wanting t h e i r f a m i l y, c l i e n t s o r themselves to experience energy healing. We provide a mind/body/spirit approach, for lasting release and a higher perspective on life. See ad,

Wellness is not a ‘medical fix’ but a way of living—a lifestyle that’s sensitive and responsive to all the dimensions of body, mind and spirit, an approach to life we each design to achieve our highest potential for well-being now and forever. ~Greg Anderson

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BOOKS Vanessa@VanessaChamberlin.com VanessaChamberlin.com TheFireDrivenLife.com

Vanessa’s compendium on plantbased health and fitness is centered on taking action and organized to be a quick reference. Ignite the fire of self-worth, health and happiness without sacrificing life's decadent pleasures.

702-789-8653 Info@DrShelleys.com DrShelleys.com

AWAKENED SOULPRENEUR ACADEMY 702-750-3160 Info@InspiringCB.com InspiringConsciousBusiness.com

Ready to infuse your business and/or career with more soul? ASA is designed to help you advance your business and/or career to the next level. Our workshops focus on the 5 pillars for building a successful and sustainable business with the soul of your team. See ad, page 20.

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Sexologist specializing in enhancing relationships for couples who have been together a long time, and also for individuals desiring better relationship skills. I also teach small group weekend intensives. See ad, page 41. See profile,

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LV HEALTH FITNESS CHAMBER

Nicole Taylor Sharp, Dir. of Membership 702-539-4400 VegasHealthFitnessChamber.com

See ad, page 9.

The LVHFCoC improves the health of health, fitness and wellness businesses. Effective networking. Business development. Amplify your marketing reach. Membership with a like-minded community on a mission of better health.

CARD READERS ANGEL AND TAROT CARD READER Carla: 702-683-1004 CarlaDiAngelo.com

Looking for answers? Let your Angels be your guide .... A Good Reading is a Good Healing! Lifelong Angel and Master Tarot Card Reader. Appointments available. Call Now! Summerlin area. Available for parties and events.

CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS RED ROCK CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Margaret R. Colucci 2085 Village Center Cir, #110, LV 89134 702-880-5335 • RedRockChiropractic.com Dr. Colucci, specializes in treating the whole body in family wellness care, pediatric and pregnancy chiropractic care, auto, work and sports injuries. Colucci, a 1989 Palmer graduate, serving the Las Vegas valley for over two decades. Serving Summerlin.

Holistic Anti-Aging Hormones

Balancing Hormones Naturally 702-263-0844 Dr.Patti@BalancingHormonesNaturally.com BalancingHormonesNaturally.com

r. Patricia Beckstead, DC, states, “I don’t want others to struggle or suffer the way that I did or experience what I went through on a physical or emotional level. My current practice was born out of that time in my life. As a holistic physician, my goal is to inspire others to lead healthier and happier lives through my books, clinical coaching practice and lectures.” She holds Bachelor of Science degree in human biology an a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine degree from the University of Health Sciences, in Illinois. She started her practice in Henderson in 1994. Beckstead believes that for healthy aging, an integrative medicine, or mind, body, spirit approach, to physician-provided coaching, is best. She says, “Our goal is to assist you in maximizing your health, happiness and longevity. We combine holistic full-body awareness techniques and nutritional supplements with safe, natural anti-aging hormone replacement therapy. No matter what your age or gender, we provide education, information, natural hormones, botanicals and supplements, mind-body therapies and the latest research on lifestyle modifications to help you replace the hormones you lose daily due to stress and aging, while gaining lost energy and vitality through a healthy ageless body.” She notes, “Thanks to the convenience of technology and research into health, wellness and longevity, we are living longer on this planet. As a result, we must prepare and enable our bodies and minds to live a greater quality of life during those added years; otherwise, what’s the point?’ Beckstead says that her clients feel confident and safe with a physician that partners with them to offer empowerment, hope and confidence as they work together toward a solid foundation of health and wellness which will flourish into an optimum state of anti-aging vitality. she says, “They feel deeply connected to my purpose and passion as I guide them through a comprehensive, life-enhancing experience in natural medicine, sharing my heart, knowledge and experience on a deeply personal level rarely found in health care today.” See ad, page 16.

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January 2016

Books — Classes

THE FIRE DRIVEN LIFE - VANESSA CHAMBERLIN

DR. SHELLEY

CLASSES

Coaching/Guidance — Cruelty Free

Body Resonance Myofascial Wellness Center Rowena Cua 702-776-8881 Rowena@bodymfr.com BodyMFR.com

owena Cua, owner of Body Resonance Myofascial Wellness Center, explains that the Amethyst BioMat, a registered medical device with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, is a pad which lies on top of a massage table or home mattress. “It converts electricity, through a computerized control panel produced with Texas Instruments parts, into farinfrared rays (FIR), nature’s invisible light. FIR was discovered by NASA to be the safest, most beneficial light wave. It penetrates six to eight inches into the innermost recesses of the body, stimulating healing and regeneration of nerves and muscle tissue layers. “The Amethyst BioMat also produces negative ions, nature’s energizer, which deliver a molecular level massage. This accelerates and deepens all healing and cleansing processes. It balances pH by decreasing acidity and is considered the “master power switch” which activates the body’s entire cellular communication system, making every body function work better!” Cua explains that these two components are transferred through amethyst quartz channels which cover the entire Amethyst BioMat’s surface. “It is known to be a powerful detoxifier, assisting in releasing its user from addictions such as alcohol, food and substance abuse, as well as hangovers and toxic residues. This technology is used in spas and professional practitioner's offices all over the world,” says Cua. “Physical therapists, chiropractors and acupuncturists are realizing the benefits for their clients. Boeing and Microsoft have placed them in their buildings for employees to use. Benefits of the Amethyst BioMat include: reduces stress and fatigue; relieves anxiety and promotes relaxation; improves sleep patterns by inducing deep delta state of relaxation; reduces inflammation; eases joint pain and stiffness; provides warm, soothing pain relief; eliminates toxins in the body; increases blood circulation; alleviates migraines and tension headaches; reduces allergy symptoms; boosts energy and vitality; rejuvenates skin and cellular function; improves immune system function; improves cardiovascular health; burns calories and controls weight; and improves muscle tone and skin quality. Cua says, “We don't just treat symptoms, we find the cause. The Amethyst BioMat is great in conjunction with your myofascial release treatments, and will be an added benefit to your healing process.” All sessions include listening to guided meditations. The first 15-minute session is free with an MFR consultation. Prices range from $15 and up. See ad, page 41.

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

32 Greater Las Vegas

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COACHING/GUIDANCE DOWN DOG DIAGNOSTICS YOGA THERAPY 702-768-2906 DownDogDiagnostics.com

Specializing in anxiety disorders, back care and women’s health. Wellness practices using traditional yoga fused with modern wellness and designed to meet the individual where they are, aiming to bring about balance and healing. See ad, page 21. See profile, page 33.

INFINITE RECONNECT

Ana Clavell, RHFP, RCP, CPLC 170 S. Green Valley Pkwy., Suite 300 Henderson 89012 702-997-3103 • InfiniteReconnect.com

profile, page 35.

I can help you take control of your own health today with science-backed RH (Reconnective Healing©) and the Reconnection® and resolve conflicts in your life through Resolution and Spiritual Coaching. See ad, page 33. See

INTENTIONAL HEALINGS

Jodi Friedman, Reiki Master Teacher 702-274-4545 IntentionalHealings.com Intentional Healings is a meeting place for healing in classes, workshops and retreats through spiritual connections w i t h R e i k i M a s t e r, J o d i Friedman, who brings shifts of awareness into your life. B l o g Ta l k R a d i o . c o m / gothealing. See ad, page 5. See profile, page 37.

CRUELTY FREE NYR ORGANIC U.S.

Patty LaBarbara PattyOrganics@gmail.com 210-551-6249 us.NYROrganic.com/shop/pattylab

profile, page 38.

CRUELTY FREE

8560 W Desert Inn Rd, LV 89117 ViolettesVegan.com • 702-685-0466 We are a full-scale vegan organic restaurant. Open 7 days/week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Take out, delivery and online ordering available. We are casual and family friendly. See. See ad, page 17.

VIRGIN CHEESE

ENERGY HEALING/BALANCING

STEVIE'S HEALING ARTS & SPA

ANGEL'S LIGHT COACHING

Corner of Pecos and Wigwam 80 N Pecos, Suite A, HD, NV 702-979-8035 • SteviesSpa.com

Rose Catmull Rose@AngelsLightCoaching.com 702-350-1711 • AngelsLightCoaching.com

Organic and holistic healing arts center in Green Valley, offering advanced skin care, deep tissue and Swedish massage, natural eyelash extensions, aromatherapy, toe reading and much more. See ad, page 34. See profile, page 43.

Fresh52 Market • VegeNation • Vintner's Grill • Grass Roots most Saturdays at Tivoli Village VirginCheese.com • Instagram • Facebook Virgin Cheese produces vegan, artisanal cheeses of the highest order made from pure plant power. Traditionally cultured, organic cashew cream based cheeses worthy of fine wine.

Awaken and Discover Your Inner Peace. Scheduling a session with Rose will can assist to free yourself from "struggles" in your life. Additionally: Awaken your intuition, Release attachments and beliefs, connect to your angels, integrate back into the flow of joy and love. Private sessions, seminars, classes and meditations offered. See ad, page 11.

Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. ~Martin Luther King, Jr

CRYSTAL GEM THERAPY/ HEALING AMETHYST BIOMAT

Body Resonance Myofascial Wellness Center 5463 S. Durango Drive, Ste 120E, LV 89113 702-776-8881 • BodyMFR.com The Amethyst BioMat is a healing tool ideal for anyone interested in improving overall health and wellbeing. FDA approved for healing many ailments by generating Far Infrared Rays through the Biomat by sending pulses of energy through Japanese Kurera’s Super Fiber. As the FIR passes through Amethyst crystals, they emit Long Wave Far Infrared Rays that penetrate 6-8” deep through the body. Rays benefit muscles, as well as cells, including blood vessels, lymph glands and nerves in the deepest parts of the body. See profile, page 32.

ENCHANTED FOREST REIKI CENTER, SPIRITUAL ITEMS 'N MORE 800 N Rainbow Blvd, #100, LV 89107 702-948-4999 EnchantedForestReiki.com

Reiki-ShamanicCranial SacralChakra BalancingSound TherapyBars AccessCrystal healers. Plus lots of classes and events such as Reiki Certification, meditations, intuitive studies and much more. Visit our beautiful metaphysical gift shop. See ad, page 26.

Down Dog Diagnostics, LLC Alicia Cuglietta 702-768-2906 Yogaliciarx@gmail.com DownDogDiagnostics.com

licia Cuglietta is a professional yoga therapist and cancer exercise specialist with 800-hour certification in integrative yoga therapy and specialty certifications in traumainformed yoga therapy, multiple sclerosis and mudra therapy. “Owning a massage studio has been a natural transition from my prior profession as a nurse. I am drawn to the wellness industry, and believe in the benefit of a healthy lifestyle and preventive care. Massage has proven to be greatly beneficial in my own life, and I love being able to provide this service in my community,” says McClure. She says, “Using the traditional techniques of yoga fused with modern science, I facilitate individuals on their path to wholeness and healing. I come alive when I see a client connect body and breath, reacquainting themselves with their truest self and finding that deepest element of healing. We all have everything we need deep inside to be healthy, happy and free. When we slow down and quiet down, we can reconnect with those qualities and begin to make the needed changes that support our healing journey.” Cuglietta notes that stress and anxiety are an underlying current in all health conditions and many life situations, and says, “My trauma-sensitive classes and clinics are designed to meet the client where they are, customizing their experience to create wellness programs that support them on all levels of healing. I work either one-on-one with clients and/or in group class or clinic settings.” See ad, page 21.

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January 2016

Cruelty Free — Energy Healing/Balancing

VIOLETTE'S VEGAN ORGANIC EATERY & JUICE BAR

DAY SPA

Energy Healing/Balancing

INNERLIGHT ENERGY THERAPY

ENERGY HEALING/BALANCING EMPOWERMENT CATALYST AND SPIRITUAL TEACHER TRACEY OWENS Empowerment Catalyst Tracey@TraceyOwens.com 251-680-4413 • TraceyOwens.com

Tracey Owens is an Empowerment Catalyst and Spiritual Teacher. With many years’ experience in a variety of energy healing modalities, she brings a rare and welcome combination of mental brilliance, heartfelt warmth and spiritual curiosity to her life and work. See profile, page 44.

END OF LIFE HEALING SPIRIT OF THE OWL HEALING ARTS Roxanne Perillo, Reiki Master/Teacher Shamanic Energy Medicine 920-336-6468 • SpiritOfTheOwl.com

An alternative approach to assist the dying, by helping one to heal on the energetic level. reducing stress and bringing relaxation with Reiki energy, as well as a combination of shamanic practices. Heal by releasing that which does not serve. See ad, page 26. See profile, page 41.

INFINITE RECONNECT

Ana Clavell, RHFP, RCP, CPLC 170 S. Green Valley Pkwy., Suite 300 Henderson 89012 702-997-3103 • InfiniteReconnect.com

profile, page 35.

Stevie’s Healing Arts & Spa Massage Organic Facials Toe Reading Aromatherapy Chakra Balancing 702-979-8035

215 & Pecos in Henderson www.SteviesSpa.com

Christina Faye 702-493-4823 loving_intentions@me.com

Intuitive and empathic children and adults often face challenges in a classroom and workplace. Innerlight Energy Balancing Therapy helps improve focus and concentration and remove frustrations in large settings. Innerlight helps understand and develop intuitive gifts while relieving symptoms of anxiety and overstimulation in kids, teens, and adults.

INTENTIONAL HEALINGS

® The ReconnecTion ®

ReconnecTive healing (Rh) Conflict Mediation & Conflict Resolution Coaching • Spiritual Coaching

• Recognized as Energy Healthcare • Backed by scientific research • Used in hospitals in Europe • Non-intrusive / Hands-off approach to healing • No drugs or supplements needed • Repairs DNA • Helps define our life’s purpose & accelerates personal evolution • Beneficial for anti-aging efforts, pain relieving, chronic conditions and injuries • For adults, children and animals - and the environment too • Learn how to heal others and heal yourself – become a RH certified practitioner.

702-997-3103 • www.InfiniteReconnect.com 34 Greater Las Vegas

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OASIS TO ZEN WELLNESS CENTER AND TRANSFORMATION SPA

Intentional Healings is a meeting place for healing in classes, workshops and retreats through spiritual connections w i t h R e i k i M a s t e r, J o d i Friedman, who brings shifts of awareness into your life. B l o g Ta l k R a d i o . c o m / gothealing. See ad, page 22.

REIKI SPA LAS VEGAS

Serving Las Vegas and Henderson 702-339-6715 ReikiSpaLasVegas.com Enjoy a Spa experience with Reiki and Sound Therapy infused with essential oils. “Wow! What an incredible experience! I will feel enlightened, renewed and balanced! - Kyra Egly, Hungary

SOUL HEALING SANCTUARY

2400 N. Tenaya Way, LV 89128 702-686-2727 • JuliannaChar@gmail.com JuliannaChar.com Soul Healing Sanctuary is a place for people to come to realize their true potential and life's purpose. For them to fall in love with and feel free to be who they truly are. See ad, page 19. See profile, page 40.

Dr. Shelleys LLC Dr. Shelley 702-789-8653 Info@DrShelleys.com DrShelleys.com

r. Shelly holds a Ph.D. in philosophy, specializing in human sexuality. Based in Las Vegas since 2013, she been teaching personal growth, health and sexuality seminars, presenting at conferences and working with couples and individuals worldwide for 25 years, promoting the anti-aging and health benefits of sex. “I mostly work with couples who have been together for a long time that wish to stay together and enhance what they already have. I help them deepen their relationship and spice it up! I also work with individuals who desire to become better lovers, providing them with skills they can utilize in their relationships. I also work closely with doctors who specialize in women's hormonal issues, helping women with libido, weight issues and hormonal balancing. Plus, I teach small group intensives focusing on increasing libido, energy and sexual satisfaction,” says Shelley. She does not focus on what is wrong, but rather on what works. “I want to show how we can make your relationship to yourself and your loved ones even juicier and more satisfying,” says Shelley. “Energy follows awareness, so where you focus your awareness, energy will follow. So let's focus on the positives and creating better, more fulfilling sexual relationships! I love helping people to have healthier, happier, more sexually fulfilling lives, because we continue to learn and grow together.” See ad, page 42.

EMOTIONAL HEALING BODY RESONANCE MYOFASCIAL WELLNESS CENTER

SPIRIT OF THE OWL

5463 S. Durango Dr., Suite 120E, LV 89113 702-776-8881 BodyMFR.com

Roxanne Perillo, Reiki Master/Teacher Shamanic Energy Medicine 920-336-6468 • SpiritOfTheOwl.com Try a remote healing session with various energy-based therapies. Remote healing involves one person directing Universal Life Energy to a person in a different location. Heal by releasing that which does not serve you. See ad, page 26. See profile, page 41.

Specializing in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release. The ultimate whole body approach, mind-body treatment and missing link to healthcare. Highly effective in treating acute and chronic pain. See ad, page 41. See profile, page 30.

SPIRIT OF THE OWL

Roxanne Perillo, Reiki Master/Teacher Shamanic Energy Medicine 920-336-6468 • SpiritOfTheOwl.com An alternative approach to assist the dying, by helping one to heal on the energetic level. reducing stress and bringing relaxation with Reiki energy, as well as a combination of shamanic practices. Heal by releasing that which does not serve. See ad, page 26. See profile, page 41.

With the new day comes

new strength and new thoughts. ~Eleanor Roosevelt

natural awakenings

January 2016

Energy Healing/Balancing — Emotional Healing

Tomas Casey, Reiki Master 5715 W. Alexander Rd., Suite 140, LV 89130 702-491-6035 • OasisToZen.com

Empowerment Catalyst — Energy Products

EMPOWERMENT CATALYST

Infinite Reconnect Ana Clavell 702-997-3103 Ana@InfiniteReconnect.com InfiniteReconnect.com

ased in Henderson, Infinite Reconnect is a healing and wellness practice owned by Ana Clavell, a Reconnective Healing Foundational Practitioner, Reconnection certified practitioner, certified professional life coach/spiritual coach and certified conflict mediator and conflict resolution coach with the Clark County Justice Department. She says, “We empower our clients to take charge of their own health and overcome the conflict that is holding them back from healing. It’s a hands-off approach to healing, and no therapies, modalities or diagnosing are used—too often, we end up believing blindly in a diagnosis or that a problem has no solution, and typically that is because we have been conditioned to think that only other people have the answers and the cure to what ails us, when in truth the answer is always within.” Infinite Reconnect specializes in helping restore optimum health and wellbeing through the use of science-validated Reconnective Healing, developed by Dr. Eric Pearl which is at the forefront of the emerging energy healthcare field, and the Reconnection, an energy process that can enable healing in all levels while accelerating personal evolution and DNA restoration. “In a complimentary manner, we also work toward resolving the stumbling blocks and issues that lie at the core of conflicts using conflict resolution coaching techniques and conflict mediation for both court-mandated and community cases, and spiritual coaching to help overcome end-of-life crises and other conflicts of a spiritual nature, both internal and external. She states that, facilitated by the practitioner, Reconnective Healing works by direct energy exchange between the client and the energy around us. “As both energies meet, it often creates an unblocking: whatever was holding back healing suddenly changes or gets removed. The Reconnection has all the benefits of Reconnective Healing at an enhanced level because it speeds up evolution, repairs DNA and reconnects the meridians of the body to the ley lines of the planet and the energy grid of the universe. While Reconnective Healing can be more than once, the Reconnection is only done once in a lifetime.” In addition, Clavell says, “We facilitate Reconnective Healing and coaching at a distance, which means a client can remain in the comfort of their own home during their session to ease any stress if circumstances prevent them from traveling. Reconnective Healing can be used with adults and children alike, and is also beneficial to animals, plants and the environment.” See ad, page 34.

TRACEY OWENS EMPOWERMENT CATALYST AND SPIRITUAL TEACHER Empowerment Catalyst Tracey@TraceyOwens.com 251-680-4413 • TraceyOwens.com

END OF LIFE/TRANSITION HEALING SPIRIT OF THE OWL

ENERGY PRODUCTS ALPHABIO CENTRIX, R & D 2520 Saint Rose Pkwy, #117 Henderson, NV 89074

At AlphaBio Centrix, R&D we use space age technology to m a n u f a c t u r e energetically infused products for your safety from radiation and to enhance your healthy lifestyle. AlphaBio Centrix was selected for the 2014 Best of Henderson Award in the "Physical Engineering & Life Sciences R e s e a r c h & D e v e l o p m e n t " c a t e g o r y. See ad, page 10.

Work like you don’t need the money. Love like you’ve never been hurt. Dance like nobody’s watching. ~Satchel Paige

36 Greater Las Vegas

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ESSENTIAL OILS

5463 S. Durango Dr., Suite 120E, LV 89113 702-776-8881 MydoTERRA.com/BodyMFR Essential oils are natural aromatic compounds extracted from plants. They have been used throughout history in many cultures for their medicinal and therapeutic benefits. dōTERRA Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® oils represent the safest, purest, and most beneficial essential oils available. See ad, page 41. See profile, page 30.

AMETHYST BIOMAT

Life is 10 percent what happens to you and 90 percent how you react to it. ~Charles R. Swindoll

FACIAL MASSAGE OASIS TO ZEN WELLNESS CENTER AND TRANSFORMATION SPA

FAMILY COUNSELING LUMINOSITY WELLNESS CENTER

Christine Essex, Founder/Holistic Counselor 2400 N. Tenaya Way, LV 89128 LuminosityWellnessCenter.com Christine has brought together a holistic community of practitioners to assist i n d i v i d u a l s educationally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. She helps her clients and others looking for answers, guidance and direction. Tune into Luminosity Wellness Radio each Thursday from 3-4pm at VegasAllNetRadio.com. See ad, page 19. See profile, page 38.

Biomat by sending pulses of energy through Japanese Kurera’s Super Fiber. As the FIR passes through Amethyst crystals, they emit Long Wave Far Infrared Rays that penetrate 6-8” deep through the body. Rays benefit muscles, as well as cells, including blood vessels, lymph glands and nerves in the deepest parts of the body. See ad, page 41. See profile, page 32.

Intentional Healings Jodi Friedman 3450 E. Russell Rd., Las Vegas 702-274-4545 IntentionalHealings@gmail.com IntentionalHealings.com

riedman is a master practitioner and coach of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), conducting Time Line Therapy and hypnotherapy sessions with clients worldwide. Other modalities include ThetaHealing and meditative guided visualizations with Reiki. Her company, Intentional Healings, was founded in 2013 as an educational healing center. Friedman is also known for her weekly Got Healing Radio show. Intentional Healings brings an inspirational alternative healing approach to live life from a place of higher conscious thinking; soul-based living connecting the mind, body, and spirit as one. Friedman assists people in releasing their limitations by recognizing that they are all divine beings. Friedman’s workshops, seminars, and retreats help break free from the past and show how to trust and move deeper into their soul's alignment. “My passion runs deep, supporting stretching of the imagination to see how to live dramaand chaosfree with minimal distractions, changing everything around you,” says Friedman. “How would you like to see more clearly and raise your frequency to release the pain and baggage that holds you back from your greatest potential? The ability to rely on your intuition is one of the greatest gifts in life, and students learn how to expand their awareness and change their limited perceptions of themselves to manifest their soul's passionate creations!” Intentional Healings services include: Reiki sessions with chakra balancing for mind/body/soul alignment, home and office energy clearings and blessings, meditations and guided visualizations to balance the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual body, intuitive healing, Reiki certifications, empowerment workshops, and retreats. Time Line Therapy and hypnotherapy are helping people change their lives through personal empowerment and release. Tune in weekly to the Healing Radio Show at 9 a.m. PST Sat., PST at BlogTalkRadio.com/gothealing. See ad, page 5.

natural awakenings

January 2016

Essential Oils — Far-Infrared Therapy

doTERRA BODY RESONANCE MYOFASCIAL WELLNESS CENTER

FAR-INFRARED THERAPY

Healing Centers — Health & Wellness Products

Luminosity Wellness Center Christine Essex 702-721-9355 LuminosityWellnessCenter@gmail.com LuminosityWellnessCenter.com

hristine Essex has been in private practice since 1999 and Luminosity Wellness Center opened in 2112 in Las Vegas. She holds a bachelor’s degree in clinical hypnotherapy and is a trainer of NeuroLinguistic Programming, mental emotional release and forensic hypnosis. Also an author and speaker, Essex is a certified mind, body, medicine facilitator, parenting facilitator and trainer and teen leadership facilitator. Luminosity Wellness Center offers holistic professionals a place to practice what they love. It serves as a community of entrepreneurs starting their businesses. “Together, we offer individuals solutions to life's challenges through education and experience.” Essex believes people can't choose what's best for them unless they know their options. In 2016 Luminosity is conducting a study, The Total Concept, that addresses the hypothesis Self Healing is Real, with 100 people participating. “We will have a new assessment program to help individuals identify the best course of holistic protocols to support self-healing,” says Essex. “We will also be offering an affiliate program to support practitioners and their involvement. Luminosity Wellness Center will be launching education programs to support corporations and doctors.” Essex sees consciousness and awareness changing at a rapid pace, saying, “Luminosity and every business involved is dedicated to assisting in this shift. We offer education, solutions and support as we begin taking personal responsibility for our own health and happiness. Our professionals work together to raise awareness and accountability. We know that you deserve the best, and we also understand that change must take place in order for continued success.” Luminosity Wellness Center and Essex have a vision of creating a reproducible model that can be licensed in any community around the world. “It is time to take responsibility and ownership toward what we really want and need. Together we can make a difference, and the time is now!” she says. “Change your perception, change your DNA. Let us light the way upon this journey to health, wealth and happiness.” See ad, page 19.

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We are a complimentary holistic center that gives individuals valuable insight and up-to-date information on health and wellness topics and trends. Visit our website for upcoming free Community Workshops. See ad, page 19. See profile, left.

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Want to look and feel your best? More energy, vitality, youthful confidence, weight loss. Learn to integrate holistic practices into your life. Mind-body therapies, anti-aging vitamins and foods, replace depleted youth hormones, prevent adult diseases. 20% off physician coaching with ad. See ad, page 15. See profile, page XX.

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Dr. Jim Wright, DDS, AIAOMT, AIABDM 8855 W Flamingo, LV 89147 702-281-9900 HolisticDentistLasVegas.com Practicing holistic, biological dentistry with safe removal of mercury. State of the art early detect cavity mapping, cosmetic, general, specialty dentistry and low sensitivity teeth whitening. Offer holistic, no-prep veneers, Lumineers, Invisalign Braces, dental implants and All on 4 Implant Bridges, sleep and full sedation dentistry. See ads, pages 3, 8.

BELL CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL AND HOLISTIC DENTISTRY Dr. Michael Bell, DDS 8068 W Sahara Ave, #A, LV 89117 702-256-7666 • LVTMJDentist.com

Holistic dentistry with a whole body approach to create a healthy smile and body. Live microscopic viewing of mouth bacteria. Laser gum disease treatment. Computerized TMJ and bite analysis. Mercury testing and removal. Nutritional testing. Autonomic nervous system analysis. Invisalign. See ad, page 9.

Never forget the three powerful resources that are always available to you: love, prayer and forgiveness. ~H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

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ealth and beauty consultant Patty LaBarbara says, “NYR Organic U.S. is passionate about transforming people's lives, and educating and empowering them on how to live more healthily through the power of nature. "Since what we put on our skin gets absorbed into our bloodstream in 26 seconds, we should pay attention to the ingredients we use and how they are sourced. My passion is in sharing knowledge and products that are good for people, animals and the Earth. Our clients return again and again because they love our products and they appreciate how ethical our company is," says Patty. The products do not contain parabens, linked to estrogen overproduction; synthetic fragrances which may contain synthetic chemicals that are harmful to health; GMO ingredients, because not enough is known about the long-term implications; animal testing, which is unnecessary and cruel; silicones that coat the skin, impeding its natural function; phthalates, reported to have toxic impact on human and animal life; nano materials, as not enough is known about the long-term implications; mineral oils, derived from petroleum, that have a tendency to block the skin; EDTA that doesn't readily biodegrade; propylene glycol derived from petroleum; carbomer derived from petroleum; DEA, associated with known carcinogens; acrylates derived from petroleum; andBHT, linked to breathing and lung impairment.

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HEALTH COACHING

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HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTERS

Soul Healing Sanctuary Julianna Char 702-686-2727 JuliannaChar@gmail.com JuliannaChar.com

ulianna Char is a certified Certificate of Science Master ThetaHealing instructor and Practitioner; New Paradigm Multi-Dimensional Transformation instructor; Seraphic Spheres instructor; Reiki master practitioner and Seraphim Blueprint practitioner. Soul Shine is home to Yoga Allia“I am passionate about assisting others in rediscovering themselves, falling in love with who they really are and realizing their true purpose,” says Char. “I am passionate about helping them to become consciously aware of the life that they are creating and assisting them in making changes if there is anything they would chose to add to their lives or subtract from it, by helping them acquire the tools and knowledge they need to make it happen.” She believes that mindfulness is the practice of maintaining a nonjudgmental state of heightened or complete awareness of one’s thoughts, emotions or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis, without rehashing the past or imagining the future. Mindfulness also includes acceptance of no position of the right or wrong way to think or feel in a given moment. Soul Healing Sanctuary is a place for people to come to realize their true potential and life's purpose. For them to fall in love with and feel free to be who they truly are. The techniques used to assist in achieving mindfulness include ThetaHealing, meditation, Reiki, New Paradigm Multi-Dimensional Transformation, Seraphic Spheres and more. Group classes and private sessions are available in person, over the phone and on the Internet via Skype. Char is also available to travel for presentations, classes, workshops and/or private sessions. “You are what you say, think and believe you are. You are the Creator of your own experience, your own life. You create your life by what you choose to believe, think and say about you and your life,” says Char. “Thoughts, words and beliefs are all more powerful than you can even imagine. How do you feel about the life that you are creating? Are you enjoying it? Is there anything about your life that you would change or wish was different? Or are you happy with your life just the way it is? Change the way you think, feel and believe and you can change your life and how you experience it.” See ad, page xx.

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OASIS TO ZEN WELLNESS CENTER & TRANSFORMATION SPA Cheri Petroni Cheri@oasistozen.com OasisToZen.com

The only all natural wellness spa in Las Vegas. We provide healing and relaxation for holistic restoration of mind, body and spirit through advanced skin, body treatments, massage, Ortho-Bionomy®, Reiki and energy work, holistic workshops, guided meditations, yoga and more. See ad, page 22.

Effort only fully releases its reward after a person refuses to quit. ~Napoleon Hill

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HORMONE THERAPY Holistic Health & Hormone Coaching Dr. Patricia Beckstead, B.S., D.C. 702-263-0844 • Free Phone Q & A BalancingHormonesNaturally.com

HYPNOTHERAPY

LUMINOSITY WELLNESS CENTER

Christine Essex, Founder/Holistic Counselor 2400 N. Tenaya Way, LV 89128 LuminosityWellnessCenter.com

Christine has brought together a holistic community of practitioners to assist individuals educationally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. She helps her clients and others looking for answers, guidance and direction. Tune into Luminosity Wellness Radio each Thursday from 3-4pm at VegasAllNetRadio.com. See ad, page 19. See profile, page 38.

Roxanne Perillo Skype • Phone Sessions 920-336-6468 RoxanneP@SpiritOfTheOwl.com SpiritOfTheOwl.com

pirit of the Owl Healing Arts (SOTO) offers an alternative approach to assist the dying, by helping the person to heal on the energetic level. “My true work in this lifetime is to assist others in their healing journey through Reiki and shamanism,” says Reiki master Roxanne Perillo, founder of Spirit of the Owl Healing Arts. Perillo helps ease the mind and body of the terminally ill by reducing stress and bringing relaxation with Reiki energy. By helping a person’s spirit/ soul to heal with shamanic practices, she helps the dying cross to a place of peace at the time of death. “Clients often feel lighter, more free, unburdened and awakened to their healed state. They leave feeling empowered and peaceful as they understand and release trauma, fear, old wounds and heavy energy,” she says. “Energy healing is not limited to time or space, therefore a client does not need to be in the physical presence of the practitioner. Distant or remote healing can be a powerful experience so while I live in Wisconsin, my clients can be anywhere in the world and powerful healing can be realized,” explains Perillo. Healing sessions include a combination of shamanic practices such as soul retrieval, illumination, energy extraction, spirit release, energy body clearing and balancing, ceremony (fire, despacho), Reiki and guided meditation. Telephone and/or Skype sessions are available by appointment. See ad, page 26.

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Akashic Record Reading – Hormone Therapy — Hypnotherapy

Spirit of the Owl Healing Arts

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Spirit Speaks 1:11 Scott William Schmidt 702-401-4212 SteviesSpa@outlook.com HolyFireReikiLV.com

Scott William Schmidt founded Spirit Speaks in 2014 at the Center for Spiritual Living Greater Las Vegas. A Masters of Wisdom, and meditation teacher, certified Reiki master from the Infinite Light Healing Studies Center in Sedona, Arizona, Schmidt is the author of My Life in 12 Steps, A Guide to Bring Forth Your Best Version. He was trained by meditation master and Hay House author davidji and is a professional Member of ICRT and Usui/Holy Fire Reiki master. “Meditation and Reiki go hand-in-hand,” says Schmidt. “It is only through the stillness and silence can the whispers of spirit be heard. I am trained in taking you from chaos to calm frustration to freedom panic to peace.” He offers professional Reiki certification through HolyFireReikiLV.com and holds encounters one-on-one or in groups, including a Monday Reiki Circle at 6:30 p.m. “We only allow Reiki to be used in our circle,” says Schmidt. “We welcome all to attend and learn about this life-changing modality; most say its the best way to start their week.” Schmidt says, “Everything can be achieved through love of self and others. Our greatest accomplishment in life should be, ‘How did I show up for you today to help you discover the best version of you?”

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BEST HANDS IN THE BUSINESS Glen Alex, LCSW, NCBTMB, LMT, KTP "The best hands in the business!" 702-807-7349 MassageAdvantageLV.com

Therapeutic and Sports Massage. Glen identifies the source of muscle pain and dysfunction to relieve pain, improve flexibility and enhance body awareness and tailors massages for each client.

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CSL-GLV, 1420 E Harmon Ave, LV 89119 HolyFireReikiLV@gmail.com HolyFireReikiLV.com Reiki Circle Mondays, 6:30pm. Meditation and Reiki, food and fellowship. Bi-monthly Reiki classes. All certified by ICRT Professional Holy Fire Reiki Master, Scott William Schmidt.

RYK YOGA AND MEDITATION CENTER 8450 W. Sahara Ave, Suite 109 Las Vegas, NV 89117 RYKYoga.com

The first Kundalini Yoga and Meditation Center of Las Vegas offering daily yoga and meditation classes, LIVE gong meditation, yoga nidra, Reiki healing, workshops, retreats, yoga teacher training, corporate programs, personal consultations, hypnotherapy, past life regression, massage services. See ad, page 9.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE 5463 S. Durango Dr., Suite 120E, LV 89113 702-776-8881 BodyMFR.com Specializing in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release. The ultimate whole body approach, mind-body treatment and missing link to healthcare. Highly effective in treating acute and chronic pain. See ad, page 41. See profile, page 30.

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ORGANIC FOOD

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VIOLETTE'S VEGAN ORGANIC EATERY & JUICE BAR 8560 W Desert Inn Rd, LV 89117 ViolettesVegan.com • 702-685-0466

We are a full-scale vegan organic restaurant. Open 7 days/week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Take out, delivery and online ordering available. We are casual and family friendly. See. See ad, page 17.

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Stevie's Healing Arts & Spa Stevie Abrusci 702-979-8035 SteviesSpa@outlook.com SteviesSpa.com

tevie Abrusci, owner of Stevie's Healing Arts & Spa, in Henderson, is a Licensed Cosmetologist, graduating from the New Mexico Aveda Institute in 1997, a licensed esthetician, a licensed esthetician instructor and is advanced trained and certified as a Novalash eyelash extensionist. Her organic and holistic healing arts center in Green Valley offers advanced skin care, deep tissue and Swedish massage, natural eyelash extensions, life coaching, aromatherapy, toe reading and much more. She says, “Stevie's Healing Arts & Spa is a place of non-judgment. We are not all perfect. We are all still working to become better people physically, mentally and spiritually. We eat gluten, drink a soda and sometimes forget to wash our faces at night. We are human! But our goal is to learn a better way to improve ourselves and help guide you on your journey if and when you ask for our help.” Abrusci believes, “I can use all the best products and machines on your skin or body, but if we don't change your energy to create a shift in the way you are feeling about yourself/life, the effects don't last. Beauty comes from within. We start each session with either aromatherapy or by burning Palo Santo (holy wood) to get you to take some deep breaths and release any negativity and stress you have carried in with you. I always find we get much better results when we add in energy work, aromatherapy, peaceful music, Reiki, chakra balance and the power of the elements into the service.” Her motto is, “Science with just the right amount of hippy.” She takes pride in her quality products, low prices and peaceful atmosphere in a convenient location and recommends that prospective clients view her Yelp reviews. Playing with themed environments in the salon, she says, “Most of our clients come on a monthly basis, so we like to mix it up with fun music. For example, we had a Jamaican facial special over the summer that included light reggae music and a lime and coconut massage. Other themes have included Moroccan and beach motifs. See ad, page 34.

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Myfascial Release — Pet Grooming

BODY RESONANCE MYOFASCIAL WELLNESS CENTER

STEVIE'S HEALING ARTS & SPA

Pet Supplies — Relationships/Sexology

OASIS TO ZEN WELLNESS CENTER AND TRANSFORMATION SPA

PET SUPPLIES AT YOUR SERVICE PET SUPPLIES AND GROOMING 55 S. Valley Verde #300, HD 89012 702-982-4324 AtYourServicePetSupplies.com

PSYCHIC WINDSONG SPIRITUAL RETREAT ORACLE OF THE AGE® Dr. Sharon Lee Bridwell 702 236-9671 OracleOfTheAge.com

Akashic Record Readings, Reiki Energy Healing and Attunements, Workshops and Classes.

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HOLYFIREREIKILV

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Reiki Circle Mondays, 6:30pm. Meditation and Reiki, food and fellowship. Bi-monthly Reiki classes. All certified by ICRT Professional Holy Fire Reiki Master, Scott William Schmidt.

Prayer is more than meditation. In meditation the source of strength is one’s self. When one prays, he goes to a source of strength greater than his own. ~Chiang Kai-shek

RESCUES/ADVOCATES NEVADA VOTERS FOR ANIMALS

Leading the fight in Nevada for animal protection. Author of Cooney's Law (felony cruelty law). We promote and improve the welfare for domestic and wildlife animals, bringing attention to make a difference in issues surrounding companion animals; animal cruelty, pet overpopulation and responsible pet ownership through education, information, legislation and enforcement.

SHAMANIC ENERGY HEALING END OF LIFE HEALING SPIRIT OF THE OWL HEALING ARTS Roxanne Perillo, Reiki Master/Teacher Shamanic Energy Medicine 920-336-6468 • SpiritOfTheOwl.com

SPIRITUALITY EMPOWERMENT CATALYST AND SPIRITUAL TEACHER TRACEY OWENS Empowerment Catalyst Tracey@TraceyOwens.com 251-680-4413 • TraceyOwens.com

SOUL HEALING SANCTUARY

BODY RESONANCE MYOFASCIAL WELLNESS CENTER

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The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love. ~Hubert H. Humphrey

Tracey Owens

Empowerment Catalyst and Spiritual Teacher 251-680-4413 Tracey@TraceyOwens.com TraceyOwens.com

racey Owens, an empowerment catalyst and spiritual teacher, brings her unique perspective to living in a truly empowered, authentic way. With many years of experience working in a variety of energy healing modalities, she brings a combination of mental brilliance, heartfelt warmth and spiritual curiosity to her life and work. Owens’ gifts include the ability to inspire others using Usui Reiki and metaphysical shamanism due to her own past experiences and her ability to communicate with extraordinary ease and clarity. She brings power forward as she taps into her healing gifts and uses her strengths and abilities to a high degree. She believes anyone can choose to unlearn programmed beliefs and conditioning and that transformation occurs through the conscious commitment of aligning how one thinks, speaks, feels and acts. Her services are a combination of spiritual counseling, thought transformation and energy healing work. This combination creates a welcoming environment for deep and lasting change to be brought forward and implemented. Owens provides a safe, non-judgmental, sacred space where clients can experience relief from physical and emotional pain and learn about where they may hold energetic blocks, while gaining greater connection to their own source of wisdom, power and loving. Some of the issues she assists clients with include insecurity and low selfesteem, addiction and recovery, depression and stress, resolving and healing unconscious blocks to success, releasing automatic negative thoughts and emotions including anger, improving physical health and overall vitality, reconnecting with personal power and uncovering one’s calling, life purpose or mission. Owens has earned a reputation for assisting clients, colleagues and friends with rapid and profound personal growth and transformation. Each person has reported experiencing extraordinary elevations in the quality of their inner lives, as well as their daily human interactions. natural awakenings

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Therapeutic/Sports Massage — Yoga/Yoga Therapy

INTENTIONAL HEALINGS

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Glen's massages respect each client's condition, muscular needs and personality. She provides individualized, caring and focused massage treatments to optimize muscle function and relaxation with a variety of techniques.

THETA HEALING THE SACRED ART OF HEALING

Jeff Renel ThetaHealing Practitioner/ Instructor 702-324-259 Jeff@SacredArtOfHealing.com SacredArtOfHealing.com Experiencing health or emotional issues. Find the change you need at The Sacred Art of Healing where they assist you in creating a positive mind, body and soul. See ad, page 19.

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Science Behind FOOD COMBINING-EZ Weight Loss Series – 1-2:30pm. Gas, bloating, indigestion, constipation, difficulties losing or even gaining weight? Likely due to improper food combining. A fun and educational Meditative Nutrition class. Includes free movie, handouts and more. $13.50/package discounts available. 3920 Amy Marie Ct., LV. Victoria Stitzer: 702-659-2390. TransformLasVegas@yahoo.com.

Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training – 8am. Take the journey of self-discovery and mastery. 220 hour Teacher Training Certified by the worldwide Yoga Alliance for Registered Yoga Schools. The world needs spiritual teachers. Are you ready to answer the call? $500. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com.

Why Affirmations Don't Work.., And How They Can – 6-9pm. 3-segment course (can be taken independently) presented by Master of NLP, Rapid Behavior Modification expert. Take control of life by taking control of the mind. Get basic knowledge and experience of NLP. Satisfaction guaranteed. $29.50/package discounts available. 3920 Amy Marie Ct., LV. Victoria Stitzer: 702-659-2390. TransformLasVegas@yahoo.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 6 Empowerment Group-Four Weeks To A Powerful You. With Danielle Garcia – 7pm. Join us for a four week program of manifestation magic. Learn tools of positive thought, energetic shifting, vibrational balance and affirmations to strengthen your life purpose and achieve your goals. Take one class or all. $30.00 per class. 2280 S Jones Blvd, LV. 702948-4999. EnchantedForestReiki.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 7 MBSR Information Meetings – 6-8pm. Come and learn how Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction can improve physical and mental health. Information meetings are scheduled to inform prospective participants about the benefits and requirements. Free. Stillpoint Center, 8072 W Sahara Ave, LV. LeanneEarnest@StressLessLasVegas.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 8 3-Day ThetaHealing® Basic DNA Certification Course – 12pm. 3 consecutive days. Fri,12-8pm. Sat-Sun,10am-5pm. Learn the technique to assist you in releasing limiting subconscious beliefs. Bring an open heart, open mind, paper, pen, snacks, drink and you. $440. Applied Health Dynamics, 1201 N Decatur Blvd, 109, LV. 702-686-2727. JuliannaChar.com. Copper Pyramid & Crystal Bowl Meditation with Reiki Share – 7-9pm. Anyone interested in meditation or Reiki are welcome to come experience this life changing energy. The copper pyramid and singing bowls will lift your vibrations while you relax and enjoy meditating along with Reiki energy. $10-$20 suggested love donation. 5715 W Alexander Rd, 140, LV. Cheri Petroni: 702-4916035. OasisToZen.com.

The New Entrepreneur – 8:30am-2pm. Ready to infuse your business and/or career with more soul? Want to start off the new year with a dose of inspiration and direction? Check out our free seminars with Dale Haloway. Free. Best Western, 3041 Saint Rose Pkwy, HD. 702-750-3160. InspiringConsciousBusiness.com. Usui Reiki I Certification Class Plus Holy Fire – 9am-5pm. Reiki I First Degree certification class teaches the Japanese Reiki techniques as taught by Dr. Usui: Reiki principals, Reiki lineage and heritage, Gassho meditation, chakra balancing, Reiki I attunement, Reiki hand position. $150. Enchanted Forest Reiki Center, 2280 S Jones Blvd, LV. 702948-4999. EnchantedForestReiki.com. MBSR Information Meetings – 10:30-11:30am. Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an eight-week course in mindfulness meditation. Prospective participants must attend a Free Information meeting to learn about the benefits of the program. Free. Sahara West Library, 9600 W Sahara Ave, LV. LeanneEarnest@StressLessLasVegas.com.

New Moon Meditation – 12pm. The New Moon is an extremely powerful time for new beginnings: planting new seeds and putting new cycles into motion. A perfect day to start a new project, a new relationship, a new business. $20. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com. Overcoming Anxiety – 3-5:30pm. 4 part series: 1/10, 1/24, 2/7, 2/21. Learn tools to empower yourself to heal from the inside out, and lessen the effects that anxiety has on your mind and body. $150. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702-768-2906. DownDogDiagnostics.com. Healing Harp Sound Bath in the Salt Cave – 4pm. Enjoy an hour of harp sound therapy. The harp is a specialized therapy attuned to the chakra system. The fusion of Halotherapy and sound therapy will assist you with cleansing your auric field. $35. Salt Room LV, 1958 Village Center Cir, 7, LV. 702-228-7258. SaltRoomLV.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 11 Ceative Self-Hypnosis – 6-9pm. Gain full control of your mind that holds the key to success? Basic self-hypnosis training designed for making immedi-

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Eliminate Cravings-Lose Unwanted Fat – 11am12:30pm. Interactive NLP seminar & demonstration with Victoria Stitzer, Master of NLP, EFT-TFT Practitioner, Rapid Behavior Modification Expert, and see for yourself. Free. 3920 Amy Marie Ct., LV. Victoria Stitzer: 702-659-2390. TransformLasVegas@yahoo.com.

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Great Basin Permaculture Monthly – Last Tues. 6-7:30pm. This group educates the community about permaculture in order to promote sustainable food production, water, conservation, energy and more. All are welcome. Green Valley Library, 2797 N Green Valley Pkwy, HD. Facebook.com/GreatBasinPermaculture.

TEACHERS WANTED Naturally Organic Healing Center Invites instructors experienced in wellness industry to host classes in yoga, meditation and dance. Two free days at studio. Call 702-433-3874. Visit, NaturallyOrganicCenter.com for open time slots.

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ate and permanent changes to your subconscious, responsible for your feelings and behaviors. $29.50/ satisfaction guaranteed. 3920 Amy Marie Ct., LV. Victoria Stitzer: 702-659-2390. TransformLasVegas@yahoo.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 12 Introductory to ThetaHealing – 7-9pm. Discover the power of ThetaHealing and why it is one of the fastest growing modalities in the world. Learn to tap into intuitive ability and change the mind, body and soul. Free. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702-324-2595. TheSacredArtOfHealing.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 15 The Enchanted Energy Exchange – 6:30pm. Enjoy the enchanting vibrations of energy work being done on you, or feel free to share your energy with others at this circle of love. Come feel the energy of multiple healers in one room. $5. Enchanted Forest Reiki Center, 2280 S Jones Blvd, LV. 702948-4999. EnchantedForestReiki.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 16 Children's Beginning Meditation – 11:30am. This class focuses on teaching children (and their parents) how to meditate, along with the reasons why meditation is good for you, different ways to meditate and how to breathe during meditation. Love donation. Enchanted Forest Reiki Center, 2280 S Jones Blvd, LV. 702-948-4999. EnchantedForestReiki.com. Yoga with Live Violin – 1pm. This workshop will create balance in body and mind. Inspire your heart through the creative and potent presence of live violin. $40. Salt Room LV, 1958 Village Center Cir, 7, LV. 702-228-7258. SaltRoomLV.com. REIKI 1st Degree Certif.Training – 2-8pm, Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. No experience necessary. 2 day Intensive. Unleash natural healing ability. Learn to administer powerful treatments to yourself, others, pets, plants and more. Instructor with 25+ years of teaching experience. $195/discounts available. 3920 Amy Marie Ct., LV. Victoria Stitzer: 702-6592390. TransformLasVegas@yahoo.com. Getting to Know The Great Tarot – 3:30-5:30pm. Curious about learning Tarot? Don’t know where to start? Get to know the Tarot. Learn useful practices like getting familiar with the deck and clearing spaces and cards. $25. 5715 W Alexander Rd, 140, LV. Cheri Petroni: 702-491-6035. OasisToZen.com. Spiritual Movies & Dinner "Biography of Dalai Lama" – 6pm (delicious vegetarian dinner). 7pm (movie). Join the community and enjoy spiritual movies and documentaries from around the world. A night of nourishment for the mind and spirit with films intended to uplift and inspire. $10. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 21 Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (8 week program) – 6-8pm. Thurs. Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction is a well-researched 8 week educational program in mindfulness meditation and stress reduction. It is beneficial for both the healthy and health challenged people. Sliding scale.

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 22 ThetaHealing Basic DNA – 9:30am-5:30pm. FriSun. ThetaHealing is a therapeutic, self-help guide to develop the ability to change on all levels, physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually using the Creator of All That Is. No prerequisite. Book, manual and certificate included. $440. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702-3242595. TheSacredArtOfHealing.com. Musical Meditation Energy Exchange – 7-9pm. Embrace your inner child and release what no longer serves you during this unique interactive meditation. Drums and other musical instruments provided, or bring your own. Families are welcome so come play with us. $10-$20 suggested love donation. 5715 W Alexander Rd, 140, LV. Cheri Petroni: 702-491-6035. OasisToZen.com.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 24 Soothing Strings of Violin – 10pm. Full moon violin guided meditation in salt cave. $35. Salt Room LV, 1958 Village Center Cir, 7, LV. 702-228-7258. SaltRoomLV.com. Full Moon Meditation – 12pm. The time of the full moon is a period when spiritual energies are uniquely available and facilitate a closer rapport between humanity and Divinity. Your energy will be at his highest, feel the Divinity within. $20. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com.

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27 Crystal & Tibetan Bowl Meditation – 6pm. You are in a Himalayan Salt Cave breathing fine salt mist, while we take you through different corners of the universe under soothing sounds of the Crystal & Tibetan bowls. Leave all refreshed and renewed. $40. Salt Room LV, 1958 Village Center Cir, 7, LV. 702-228-7258. SaltRoomLV.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 29 ThetaHealing Rhythm for finding your Perfect Weight – 10am-5pm. Prerequisites: Basic DNA & Advance DNA. Rhythm for finding your Perfect Weight is designed to help you find and remove the beliefs that stop us from releasing or gaining the weight for our ideal sizes. $120. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702324-2595. TheSacredArtOfHealing.com. Affirmations Creation Workshop – 7-9pm. Come create affirmations that will support you in 2016. Words, thoughts and beliefs are powerful. Learn how to structure personal affirmations in a way that will lead to success. $30. Applied Health Dynamics, 1201 N Decatur Blvd, 109, LV. 702-686-2727. JuliannaChar.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 30 Usui Reiki II Plus Holy Fire Certification – 9am5pm. Reiki II Second Degree certification class will teach you to heal unwanted habits, heal the past, Reiki II attunement, the ancient Reiki symbols, distant Reiki healing, Byosen scanning, chakra balancing with stonesand more. $250. Enchanted Forest Reiki Center, 2280 S Jones Blvd, LV. 702948-4999. EnchantedForestReiki.com. ThetaHealing Dig Deeper – 10am-5pm. Prerequisites: Basic DNA, Advance DNA. Sharpen your

ThetaHealing technique by learning the 8 different ways of digging. Find out how to get to the core of the issue faster and easier. $400. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702324-2595. TheSacredArtOfHealing.com. ThetaHealing Rhythm for finding your Perfect Weight – 10am-5pm. Prerequisites: Basic DNA & Advance DNA. Rhythm for finding your Perfect Weight is designed to help you find and remove the beliefs that stop us from releasing or gaining the weight for our ideal sizes. $120. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702324-2595. TheSacredArtOfHealing.com.

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ongoingevents daily Angel Card Readings – One of the most common ways angels speak to people is by showing repetitive number sequences. They also communicate through Angel cards. Through angel guidance, questions, concerns will be answered by Nanci. $45 (50 min) session. 2400 N Tenaya Way, 101, LV. 702-460-1680 NBS@lifecoachingbynanci.com. LifeCoachingbyNanci.com. Balancing Hormones Naturally – Learn to balance hormones with natural, safe and gentle nonprescription hormones for men and women of all ages. Relieve hot flashes, weight gain around the middle, mood swings, low energy, low libido, anxiety, erectile dysfunction, depression, insomnia and many more symptoms. Most importantly, help avoid hormone related cancers such as breast, prostate and ovarian, resulting from the estrogen in our environment. Watch video classes by Dr. Patricia Beckstead B.S., D.C. BalancingHormonesNaturally.com. Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) – A revolutionary process for healing emotional and physical pain. In many cases, EFT can be applied directly to physical symptoms for relief without any emotional contributors. EFT can be learned and self applied. $99 per session (packages available). 2400 N Tenaya Way, 101, LV. 702-460-1680 NBS@lifecoachingbynanci.com. LifeCoachingByNanci.com. Kundalini Yoga and Meditation – Tues-Fri. These Kundalini Yoga and Meditation classes are a dynamic blend of postures,breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation, teaching the art of self healing and elevation. No previous experience required, achieve results with the very first class. $18 packages available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com. Live 2 B Healthy Senior Fitness Classes at The Echelon – M-W-F 10-11am. Join us at the Echelon for a Live 2 B Healthy® senior fitness class. All ability levels welcome! Classes are taught by a Certified Personal Trainer, specializing in senior fitness. Free. The Echelon 4330 S Eastern Ave, LV. Franchise.live2bhealthy.com/Login/venue/ the-echelon/. Luminosity Wellness Center – Learn the art of hypnotherapy, NLP, Reiki, Theta Healing, the MELT Method, aromatherapy/herbology, chakra balancing and more. Certification classes. Through experience learn self-healing. Prices vary per service. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702-721-WELL. LuminosityWellnessCenter.com. Medical Qigong – Tues-Fri. 10-11am. Use body movements, rhythmic breathing, visualizations and healing sounds to develop internal energy for health, vitality, mind expansion and spiritual cultivation. $10. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com. Wongu University of Oriental Medicine – Graduate Program – 9:30am-5:30pm. The non-profit school offers a Master of Science Degree in Orien-

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tal Medicine. Coursework includes acupuncture, herbology, Taiji, moxibustion, Western medicine, practice management and more. Currently accepting applications. $180/didactic unit. $18/clinical hour. Wongu University of Oriental Medicine, 8620 S Eastern Ave, LV. 702-463-2122. Start@Wongu. org. Wongu.org.

sunday Zumba Gold – 8am. Wake and shake with a fun Zumba Gold class. Start the weekends dancing into health. Free. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. $10. Jeanette Araujo. 702-3244704. LuminosityWellnessCenter.com. Kids' Art & Yoga Workshop – 11am. Combining yoga and art, this workshop fosters each individuals unique talents through active engagement. Class starts with yoga and leads into an art lesson allowing creative expression. $25. 1958 Village Center Cir, 7, LV. 702-228-7258. SaltRoomLV.com Kids Mindful Meditation – 11am. No experience required. Mindful practices include movement, stretching, standing and sitting, while bells and Tibetan bowls may be used in practicing concentration. Simply, come, breath and have fun. $12. Packages available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-4789600. RYKYoga.com.

monday Let's Talk - Let's Laugh – 1-3pm. This wonderful group of women share in self discovery, inspirational and unique experiences, and empower each other. Every person’s uniqueness is celebrated. Each week, enjoy demonstrations with different modalities and speakers. Love donation. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. Nanci 702-460-1680. NBS@LifeCoachingByNanci.com. Kids Mindful Meditation – 4pm. No experience required. Mindful practices include movement, stretching, standing and sitting, while bells and Tibetan bowls may be used in practicing concentration. Simply, come, breath and have fun. $12. Packages available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-4789600. RYKYoga.com Reiki Circle – 6pm. No experience necessary. Reiki is a natural, safe, and effective healing system that uses Spiritually Guided Universal Energy to treat physical, mental, emotional and spiritual issues. Anyone can learn Reiki. Love donation. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com.

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Beginner Tai Chi 24 Form with Fan – 2-3pm. This is a fun class designed to introduce the student to the amazing Tai Chi Fan. The Fan was once carried in replacement of the sword and is a practical tool for self defense. $7. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com. Mindfulness Meditation – 5pm. Mindfulness Meditation is an adaptation of an ancient Buddhist Vipassana meditation, practicing along with accepting and nonjudgmental focus; remaining focused on the present moment, as we understand the process of observing and releasing thoughts. $18/packages also available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com. Kundalini Yoga and Meditation – 6pm. Kundalini Yoga and Meditation classes are a dynamic blend of postures, breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation, which teach the art of self-healing. The fastest way to establish an aligned relationship between the body, mind, soul. $18/class. Packages available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com. Health Talk with Dr. Bob Heron – 6:30 pm. Luminosity welcomes Dr. Bob and all his patients. Every Tuesday he opens the doors to everyone interested in learning more about self-healing and self-care. Just ask the questions, he has the answers. Free. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. Kelly Heron. 702-804-0044. Drums of the Wolf Meditation/Journey Circle – 7pm. Deep drumming will bring participants into a dream-like guided journey meditation. Perhaps find oneself on a Viking ship, traveling with a wolf, or floating in a sea of colors--only one’s spirit knows. $15. 800 N Rainbow Blvd, 100, LV. 702-948-4999. EnchantedForestReiki.com. L.E.A.N Essential Oils – 7-8pm. LEAN Essentials is a concentrated class on nutrition and wellness created by Dr. Sears, MD. We Focus on L.E.A.N: Lifestyle, Exercise, Attitude and Nutrition. Free. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter. com. LIVE Gong Meditation – 7:30pm. The sound of the Gong creates deep relaxation, releasing us from the torrent of our thoughts, balances the chakras, stimulates the glandular and nervous system and gives a sense of expanded awareness and higher consciousness. $18/class. Packages available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com.

wednesday Theta Meditation – 1-2pm. This meditation is specially designed to take one into a deep Theta state to achieve amazing healings. Every meditation is created for a specific healing and to help awaken the sleeping master within. Love donation. 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. Jeff: 702-324-2595. TheSacredArtOfHealilng.com. Yin Yoga – 5pm. Yin Yoga is a wonderful way to help you prepare for meditation. It helps you go deeper within: using deep relaxing stretching and releasing blockages through breath exercises. Love donation. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W

Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com. Kundalini Yoga and Meditation – 6pm. Kundalini Yoga and Meditation classes are a dynamic blend of postures, breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation. No previous experience in yoga is required for you to achieve results with your very first class. $18/packages also available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com. Qi Gong – 6-7pm. Each week the world of Qi Gong will be explored and expanded. Learn self-healing moves to apply for a healthier self. $10. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. $10. Craig Soucy. 702-343-9722. LuminosityWellnessCenter.com. Reiki Healing Circle – 7-9pm. Learn new information regarding natural healing. Participate in a group discussion or simply observe. Experience guided meditation and receive deep personalized healing. Relax and recharge the mind and body. Donation. 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. Victoria: 702-659-2390. TransformationsLasVegas.com.

thursday Campus Tour & Info Session – 2pm. This is a one-hour group tour and brief information session on Wongu’s Master's Degree program in Oriental Medicine. Individual sessions can be scheduled by calling: 702-463-2122, ext 302. Wongu University of Oriental Medicine, 8620 S Eastern Ave, LV. Wongu.org. Chakra Healing Yoga and Meditation – 5pm. An inspiring and relaxing class, while experiencing yoga breathing exercises, poses and meditation with a smile,and joy in order to help you bring balance to the main Chakras. $18/packages also available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com. Esoteric Yoga with Master Ileana – 6-8pm. This class is based off of ancient Yoga traditions. Each student will learn tools to lighten and develop his or her emotions, and improve health, energy levels and physical strength. $20. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com. Akashic Book Study Workshop with Anika Ray – 6:30pm. Explore spirituality and connect with the aspect of being divine in nature, the soul. Workshop is based on the book How to Read the Akashic Records by Linda Howe. $10. 800 N Rainbow, 100, LV. 702-948-4999. EnchantedForestReiki.com. LIVE Gong Meditation – 7:30pm. The sound of the Gong creates deep relaxation, releasing us from the torrent of thoughts, balances the chakras, stimulates the glandular and nervous system and gives a sense of expanded awareness and higher consciousness!$18/class. Packages available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com.

friday Qigong and Tai Chi with Sifu JC – 10am-12pm.

Qigong is a self-healing system that incorporates body, breath, visualizations and sounds. Tai Chi is a martial art that helps with posture, hand-eye coordination, self-defense and well-being. 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com. Beginner Level Yoga and Meditation – 5pm. A beginner level class taught at a moderate pace to introducing new or returning students to the basic asanas, stretches, breathing and meditation. A great way to start or end your day. $18/packages also available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com. Energy & Healing Circle – 6:30pm. All are welcome. This relaxed, open circle is a wonderful opportunity to experience and share the gifts of Reiki and other energy healing practices in an informal, supportive environment. Love donations accepted. 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. Adam Stuart Littman: 725222-0323. LuminosityWellnessCenter.com.

emotional ailments for over five thousand year. $18/ class. Packages available. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center, 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com. Integrative Yoga – 12-1pm. Allow evolution by sound to increase vibration and boost the bodies immunities with this class that combines: Meditation, Hatha Vinyasa flow and Ancient Yoga to create an electric mind animation for relief and flexibility. $14. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com. Spiritual Experience Discussions – 6-7pm. Discuss spiritual experience of all faiths in a respectful and open environment. Free. 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com.

Reiki Healing Circle – 7-9pm. An open forum discussion with Reiki master/inspirational speaker, followed by guided meditation and deep personalized Reiki healing. Free. $5 suggested love offering. Appreciation donations welcome. Center for Spiritual Living, 1420 E Harmon Ave, 3, LV. Victoria: 702-659-2390. TransformationsLasVegas.com. Yoga Nidra "Conscious Deep Sleep" – 7:30pm. Guided by the soothing and comforting voice of the teacher, one enters into a deep sleep but still remains conscious and aware. Yoga-Nidra expands the consciousness allowing for a greater sense of self-awareness. $18 packages available. 8450 W Sahara Ave, 109, LV. 702-478-9600. RYKYoga.com.

saturday Zumba Gold – 8am. Wake and shake with a fun Zumba Gold class. Start the weekends by dancing into health. Free. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. $10. Jeanette Araujo. 702-3244704. LuminosityWellnessCenter.com. Downtown Summerlin Farmers 'Market – 9am2pm. Curated by Kerry Clasby, also known as the Intuitive Forager. This Farmers' Market is the only one in Las Vegas where 90% of its produce is organic and free of pesticides. Free. Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, LV. 702-832-1000. The FitLife Open House – 9am. Helping people live the FitLife. Each month, become more mobile, flexible and gain strength; then, enjoy a healthy meal from a local neighborhood restaurant. Inspire, educate and motivate. $15. FitLife Fusion, 8645 W Flamingo Rd, 104, LV. 702-220-8222. Info@ fitlifefusion.com. FitLifeFusion.com. Qigong and Tai Chi with Sifu JC – 9am-12pm. Qigong is a self-healing system that incorporates body, breath, visualizations and sounds. Tai Chi is a martial art that helps with posture, hand-eye coordination, self-defense and well being. 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com.

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