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id you know that the first Valentine’s Day box of chocolates was introduced by Richard Cadbury in 1868, more than 140 years ago? But chocolates are not alone when conveying our love. Today, according to the Greeting Card Association, an estimated 1 billion Valentine’s Day cards are sent each year, making it the most popular holiday, even more so than Christmas. In the face of so many important issues from abortion, animal rights, global warming, and gun control to civil rights, energy, child support, and various others, amazingly enough, what has risen from the intense discourse is a huge movement towards LOVE. Nicholas Sparks, in A Walk to Remember (1999) wrote, “Love is like the wind, you can’t see it but you can feel it.” Like the wind, the emotion of love is the driving force behind all we do, and we feel it. Think about it? All relationships and actions are based in love. Love for self, for our families, for our future. Even as we get up each morning and might face a job we detest, we do so for love, as we seek a stronger more successful future for those we care about.

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Calling for balance through demonstrations of love is the ultimate expression of our passion to build a better world for ourselves, our children and generations to come. Lao Tzu also said, “Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.” By means of the current political atmosphere facing our nation, from these hot button topics mentioned, to the latest controversies, debates, positions and legislation, we draw the courage to change the world though LOVE. I’m not trying to say one side of the conversation is better or worse than the other. My observation lies in what always comes out of the ashes. Many of you are old enough to still remember hurricane Andrew, where we witness untold number of kind, selfless, loving actions. Neighbors who barely said hello in passing to each other went out of their way for each other. I personally drove my truck north, picked up supplies and drove back down south to help anyone I could. Martin Luther King Jr., is A Testament of Hope: The Essential Writings and Speeches, reminds us that, “Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” In this issue, we included several pieces that remind us of the transformational effects of LOVE. In Lovemaking Now, Really (pg 45) Diane Daffner reminds us, through some great tips, how to recapture “it” in our relationships. On pg 53, essential oils are all about love, love for self and healing. Alison Armstrong, co-founder and CEO of PAX Programs, shares her wisdom on how to transform they way women relate to men (pg 34). But like in every issue we print, all articles featured lead you to the path of love and healing, which is the ultimate expression of life itself. Let me leave you with my favorite quote by William Purkey: “You’ve gotta dance like there’s nobody watching, Love like you’ll never be hurt, Sing like there’s nobody listening, And live like it’s heaven on earth.” In love and light,

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ust in time for Valentine’s Day, Flying Lizard Boutique, organized by Spirituality On the Go, is offering a unique way to celebrate your love. On Sunday, February 12th from 2:00 to 5:30pm experience an afternoon filled with fun, love and healing. Hosted by Psychotherapist and Medium Erica Korman, Yoga Therapist, Michelle Meier, and BioEnergetic practitioner Rev. Adriana Hari Gobind, attendees will learn therapeutic yoga techniques for grounding and self-love, the magic of ‘Reiki’, a healing energy to balance your energy and chakras as well as experience a group Mediumship reading, receiving messages of love from your loved ones that have passed. Erica Korman, LCSW, CHC, Organizer of Spirituality On The Go! is a Miami based Psychic Medium, Spiritual Teacher and Psychotherapist. Her work combines her expertise in the areas of Psychotherapy, Spiritual Counseling, and Mediumship, Holistic Health, and Meditation. Erica helps her clients heal and find an inner sense of peace and a greater sense of freedom. Through this work, they are able to heal and become the happiest and best version of themselves. Space is limited, so early registration is suggested. For more information, email ericakorman1@gmail.com or visit www. ericakorman.com. Tickets: $150. Flying Lizard Boutique is located at 14761 Biscayne Boulevard, in Miami.

alt caves, as they occur in nature, are cavernous spaces that are coated with a layer of rich, healing salt. After several years of visiting salt caves at health resorts in Europe, Acupuncture Physicians David and Yelena Pakula decided to build one of their own. Vita Salt Cave is located inside their spacious clinic, Vita-Health Acupuncture & Wellness Center, in Pembroke Pines. “We are excited to bring the incredible health benefits of Halotherapy to our patients and our community,” states David Pakula. Halotherapy (aka dry salt therapy) replicates natural microclimates such as the subterranean salt caves in Europe that have for generations been used to support respiratory health. Aerosolized salt is reported to have natural decongestive, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties to benefit a variety of respiratory disorders, skin conditions, allergies, stress and more. Vita Salt Cave is the first and only salt cave in southwest Broward County, and the only one in Broward County featuring the Halomed salt generator which uses computerized feedback from a sensor to monitor and control the dry salt aerosol concentration in the room. It also has the advantage of being operated under the supervision of caring, licensed health care practitioners. Packages, individual, group and family rates and memberships available. Location: 12301 Taft Street, Suite 200, Pembroke Pines. For more information, call 954-880-0090.

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im Serafini, founder and CEO of MindPT, will be the keynote speaker at a Positively Priming the Mind Workshop from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., March 3rd in Tampa, Fl at the Centre Club, 123 South Westshore Blvd, 8th Floor. Participants will learn more about the research and technology behind the accelerated learning tool called Mind Power Technology (MindPT) that serves businesses, nonprofits, organizations and entrepreneurs in creating positive results by priming the mind to start each day on a positive note. Serafini is a leading authority on positive priming and how to accelerate learning and change. This workshop is for coaches, practitioners, doctors, healers, educators, advocates, managers, trainers and others. Attendees will leave with real tools to navigate life more easily and beautifully. “MindPT is a revolutionary new way to integrate new beliefs and cultivate the mindset and habits of happiness and success,” she says. “Traditional personal growth programs often fail to produce the desired results because they require time, effort and discipline, but MindPT is quick and effortless, based on the latest in neuroscience research and proven, positive psychology principles. It is shared in fun and engaging bite-sized lessons on a desktop computer or mobile app to create fast, enduring results.” Cost is $49, including lunch. For location and tickets, visit PositivePrimingForSuccess.com.

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hat a winning team … sustainability and football! NRG Stadium is home to the NFL’s Houston Texans and the host site of this year’s biggest game (Super Bowl 51), on Sunday, February 5. This beautiful, and relatively new, state-of-theart sports and entertainment venue was constructed with sustainability and environmental impact in mind. Built by NRG, the leading integrated power company in the U.S., the stadium is one of four facilities nestled within the 350-acre NRG Park complex. The park offers numerous sustainable eco-friendly features, including nearly 600 solar panels, four solar panel canopies and an electric vehicle parking area featuring NRG EVgo charging stations. NRG Stadium also has integrated LED field and stadium lighting, making the facility more energy efficient. In fact, it is one of the first professional football venues to install LED field lighting. The NRG company has received several awards for its industry leadership and nationwide “econrg” initiatives, which are fashioned and designed to meet the challenges of climate change, clean air and the protection of natural resources. And now the wait is over. Super Bowl LI between New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons will kick off February 5th at this amazingly environmentally conscious stadium. For more information, visit nrgpark.com/nrg-stadium or nrg.com. 14

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pen House, Free Consultations Miami Natural Skincare opened its doors in Miami Beach with a holistic approach to skincare: nourish the skin instead of weakening it with harsh treatments that do more harm than good. By doing excessive exfoliation, peels and microdermabrasion, we damage the skin’s natural defense mechanism which will promote aging contrary to popular belief that the more dead skin cells we remove each day, the better. There is a natural way to embrace the aging process by using non-toxic skincare products and establishing healthy habits. “We offer organic sourced, oncology friendly skincare products that will give you the results you desire without having to worry about putting harmful chemicals on our skin,” explains owner & esthetician Zsuzsanna Mate Robbins. “These products bring high quality ingredients together with a revolutionary manufacturing process that maximizes the benefits of the active components, yielding spectacular results. If you struggle with acne, give our toxin-free products a try before you resort to taking harmful medication. A holistic approach to skincare is especially important for teenagers whose bodies are still developing.Our facials combine ancient traditions with technology. Face and décolleté massage is popular in Europe and Asia but it is overlooked in America. Regular face massage increases circulation, firms skin and softens wrinkles. We can also stimulate our skin’s ability to regenerate with non-invasive treatments such as mesotherapy, microcurrent and collagen induction therapy.” Open house, Sunday, February 26, 10:00am-6:00pm. Text 305-702-0272 to reserve your free 30 minute consultation. www.miaminaturalskincare.com - 975 W 41 Street #409, Miami Beach. See ad, page 58.

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several cancer patients with hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The results are very promising. “It is a proven fact that cancer cells cannot thrive in an oxygen rich environment. When you introduce 100% oxygen to the body under pressure, all organs are saturated with oxygen and the plasma is oxygenated, as well as the cerebral spinal fluid,” explains “We also use hyperbaric treatments in conjunction with high dose I.V. Vitamin C therapy. Studies have confirmed that vitamin C is metabolized into hydrogen peroxide. Unlike normal cells, cancer cells lack internal defenses to protect themselves from this highly unstable and reactive compound. As a result, the cancer cells die. We are very excited with the positive results we are seeing with both hyperbaric oxygen therapy and I.V. Vitamin C therapy. Hyperbarics of South Florida, 8337 NW 12 St - Ste 101, Miami, FL 33126, 305-594-1246, www.vida-spa.com. See ad, page 39. natural awakenings

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Following eco-friendly laundry tips can save on energy, water usage and utility bills, making it good for both the planet and the bank account. The laundry results, too, may be better for some loads. RealSimple.com advises that 90 percent of the energy consumed while running a wash load is used to heat the water, so the average household can eliminate as much as 350 pounds of carbon emissions and save about $40 annually by turning the knob to cold. It also notes that some protein-heavy stains, like perspiration and blood, can become more set into the fabric when washed in hot water, which can also shrink synthetic fibers. For sweat stains, DIYNatural.com suggests combining two tablespoons of cream of tartar, a few drops of lemon essential oil and water to make a paste. Mix and spread it on the stain, and then rub it in and let dry. Another pre-laundry option is to pour or spray a 3 percent solution of hydrogen peroxide onto the stain and then soak for about 30 minutes. Mildly soiled laundry doesn’t necessarily need hot water

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study from the Karolinska Institute of Environmental Medicine, in Stockholm, analyzed data on air pollution exposure and lung function in the first and 15th years of life among 2,415 adolescents in Sweden. The researchers focused on nitrogen oxide in vehicle exhaust and particulate matter from road erosion, using road traffic, topography and weather conditions to classify pollution levels. They compared this data to the level of difficulty the teens experienced getting air through their peripheral airways, termed “resistance”. The study found that breathing problems increased for teenagers each time their exposure as infants to such pollution increased by 10 micrograms per cubic meter, with the strongest association occurring in male subjects with asthma at age 16. The same increase was not present in relation to their exposure to traffic pollution as teenagers. Lead author Erica S. Schultz, Ph.D., says, “An increasing number of studies demonstrate the importance of airway periphery for lung health. It’s concerning that the effect from the first year of life seems to be long-lasting, although we don’t yet know the full clinical implications.”

hen it comes to satisfying that sweet tooth this Valentines, it’s a good idea to not forget our teeth. Dr. Abraham Jaskiel of Brickell Avenue Cosmetic, Holistic, & General Dentistry explains that having candy or chocolate once in a while is ok as long as you know how to counteract its effect. “Acid is what causes damage to our teeth and sugar feeds the bacteria in our mouth which secretes acid. A variety of candies are very sticky, which cause more damage by titratable acidity (how it penetrates the teeth). Most people think to brush immediately after eating candy or a meal, this is not always correct. Our saliva has the ability to replenish the enamel on a micro level with an enzyme. Brushing too soon prevent the replenishment from happening. The best approach would be to rinse thoroughly with water after eating or drinking, then brushing a half hour later. This way the food gets washed away more quickly and has less time to do damage. Choosing non-sticky candies and avoiding candies like lollypops that keep a constant state of acidity in our mouth is also helpful.” More information at www.brickellplacedentist.com. See ad, page 23. 18

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nticipating surgery can be stressful, and many patients suffer from preoperative anxiety, which can cause serious health complications such as hypertension, rapid pulse and sugar metabolism changes. Israeli researchers from the University of Haifa have found that complementary medicine, combined with standard use of anti-anxiety drugs prior to entering the operating room, can significantly reduce preoperative anxiety levels and improve outcomes. Researchers divided 360 preoperative patients ages 17 and up into three groups: those receiving standard care for preoperative anxiety; those receiving standard care along with complementary therapy, featuring acupuncture, reflexology, individual guided imagery or a combination of the latter two; and those receiving standard care combined with generic guided imagery via a recording. Anxiety levels were measured preoperatively before and after the intervention on a scale of one to 10, with scores of four or more constituting intermediate or higherlevel anxiety. The study found that complementary therapy in combination with standard care produced a 60 percent reduction in anxiety, with the mean score dropping from 5.54 to 2.32. Combining standard care with reflexology and guided imagery provided the best relief, reducing anxiety by an average of 4.22 points. Patients receiving only standard care experienced a slight rise in their average anxiety level.

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study from the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, in Beijing, reports that Chinese Herbal Medicine (CHM) can be an effective treatment for patients with postpartum depression. Traditional Chinese Medicine advocates herbal treatments based on underlying issues. Researchers analyzed data from 47 clinical trials encompassing 3,795 participants between the ages of 18 and 43 suffering from postpartum depression. The study pooled results into three categories: CHM versus placebo, CHM versus routine treatments (antidepressants) and CHM plus routine treatments versus only routine treatments. The study found that using Chinese herbs combined with antidepressants is the most effective approach, noting that CHM is a safe, effective alternative for patients unable or unwilling to take antidepressants.

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September 2016 survey from Packaged Facts, a division of Market Research Group, LLC, showed that as much as 20 percent of the U.S. adult population is cutting back on supplement use due to consumption of fortified foods. Despite this trend, nutritional supplement sales nationwide are projected to increase by $1.5 billion in just two years to $16 billion in 2018. Fortified foods contain extra nutrients added by manufacturers such as cereal fortified with iron, milk with added vitamin D and pasta enhanced with folic acid. While the original intent of these additives was to improve nutritional deficiencies in people without access to foods that naturally contain these nutrients, consequences now include an overabundance of particular nutrients for some and poor food choices due to a dependence on fortified foods for others. Ingesting naturally occurring nutrients in unfortified foods allows each nutrient to be absorbed together with the other vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients contained in that food, enabling them to work together within the body, according to the Harvard School of Public Health.

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randomized, double-blind study from the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Science and Research, in Bangalore, India, has found that an extract of fenugreek husk (FHE) called FenuSMART can provide relief from common symptoms of menopause, including night sweats, insomnia, headaches, hot flashes and mood swings. Researchers studied 88 menopausal women between the ages of 45 and 58. Half were given one gram of FHE per day for 90 days while the other half received a placebo. The study measured the impact the supplement had on the subjectsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; menopausal symptoms through weekly telephone sessions. At the studyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end, approximately 32 percent of the women in the FHE group reported no hot flashes, while the placebo subjects saw the frequency of theirs reduced from three to five per day to one or two. Additionally, the subjects that took FHE experienced a 57 percent reduction in night sweats, a 68 percent abatement of mood swings, a 75 percent drop in insomnia and 58 percent fewer headaches.

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esearchers from the David Grant Medical Center, at Travis Air Force Base, in Fairfield, California, have found that oral doses of aloe vera can reduce fasting blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), which indicates the average glucose level over the previous three months, in patients with Type 2 diabetes. Data from nine clinical studies that included 89 diabetes patients were analyzed. Findings suggest that patients with a fasting blood glucose level of more than 200 milligrams per deciliter experienced the greatest benefits from the aloe vera.

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Abandoned and lost fishing gear such as traps, crab pots and nets litter the ocean floor in coastal areas worldwide, continuing to attract, entrap and kill fish and other marine life. The Associated Press reports that global nonprofits, governments and companies are engaged in efforts to retrieve and recycle as many of the items as possible to protect the environment, save marine life and reduce hazards to marine navigation. A 2009 United Nations report estimated there are 640,000 tons of discarded fishing nets deep below the ocean surface worldwide. Recommended solutions include degradable panels on traps that break down and allow trapped marine life to escape. International agreements prohibit dumping fishing equipment at sea; yet in England, small vessels can amass landfill charges of roughly $700 per year, giving them an incentive to ditch broken gear. Pascal van Erp, a Dutch diver alarmed by the amount of equipment he’s encountered, founded the Ghost Fishing Foundation to tackle the issue. He says, “It’s found in all seas, oceans and inland waters at all depths, along the beach and under the sand. I don’t think the problem can be resolved completely, but we can keep it from getting worse by showing the problem to the public and the authorities.” Industry experts and scientists estimate that commercial fishermen annually lose about 10 percent of their traps due to bad weather.

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Scientists at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, in Stockholm, report that they have finally unlocked a major barrier to exploiting a renewable energy source through extracting pure hydrogen from water. Because the best-performing catalysts for electrochemical oxidation, or “water splitting”, are expensive precious metals, the research team led by KTH Professor Licheng Sun developed molecular catalysts for water oxidation with an efficiency approaching that of natural photosynthesis comprising common, abundant elements, all of which could help change the economics of large-scale hydrogen fuel production. Meanwhile, Daniel Nocera, a professor of energy at Harvard University, and Pamela Silver, a professor of biochemistry and systems biology at Harvard Medical School, have co-created a system that uses solar energy to split water molecules and hydrogen-eating bacteria to produce liquid fuels. Their paper, whose lead authors include post-doctoral fellow Chong Liu and graduate student Brendan Colón, was recently published in Science. “This is a true artificial photosynthesis system,” says Nocera. “Previously, people were using artificial photosynthesis for water-splitting, but this is a true A-to-Z system, and we’ve greatly exceeded the efficiency of photosynthesis in nature.” 20

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Clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR) is a new method of editing genomes of farm animals and food crops. White button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) that have been genetically modified to delay the natural browning process are the first CRISPR-edited organisms to receive approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Yinong Yang, a plant pathologist from Penn State University, crafted the modified mushrooms by targeting the family of genes responsible for the browning effect seen in produce when sliced and exposed to oxygen. Yang was able to reduce the browning enzyme’s work by 30 percent and was granted approval from the USDA because no foreign or altered DNA was integrated into the mushroom genome. The department only assesses whether there’s a risk that the new modified variety of an organism could become a weed or “pest” to other plants. The mushrooms may still be subject to Food and Drug Administration or Environmental Protection Agency regulations. The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine are in discussions about developing a new set of rules for the biotech industry in the next five to 10 years. Source: Nature.com

A recent study from the University of Western Australia has found that plants regularly react to and emit sounds through a series of clicks produced by their roots, and that such interflora communication may be essential to their survival. Evolutionary biologist Monica Gagliano, who made the discovery, listened to the roots of young corn plants and found that they regularly produced sounds in the range of 220Hz, a frequency audible to the human ear. Plants have been shown to influence each other in many ways through nanomechanical oscillations on a molecular scale. Gagliano remarks, “Scientists also know that plants use volatile chemicals to communicate with each other.” Another biological research team under the direction of Professor Olaf Kruse, Ph.D., scientific director of the Center for Biotechnology at Germany’s Bielefeld University, has shown that green algae not only engages in photosynthesis, but also has an alternative source of energy: It can draw it from other plants (Nature Communications). Gagliano comments, “Considering that entire forests are all interconnected by networks of fungi, maybe plants are using fungi the way we use the Internet.”

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Selfies Promote Animal Cruelty and Death Zachary Crockett, of Pricenomics.com, has found that since 2014, 49 people were killed in attempts to take pictures of themselves with wild creatures. Although there are no statistics on how many animals have been harmed due to selfies, wildlife organizations such as Care for the Wild International are appealing to the public to stop using animals as props. Visitors to China’s Yunnan Wild Animal Park lured captive peacocks from their enclosure and grabbed them by their tails. The birds died as a result. Another group of people at a beach in Argentina was filmed mobbing a baby Franciscana dolphin, an endangered species, while taking pictures, resulting in its death likely through shock and severe dehydration from being removed from the water for too long. Due to the high demand by tourists to take pictures with wild animals, special photographic settings are popping up in Mexico, Europe and Morocco. However, the Association for British Travel Agents stated that no legitimate sanctuary would allow animals to be used as photo props.

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Nearly 2 billion wooden pallets are currently in circulation in the U.S., consuming around 50 percent of the country’s annual hardwood harvest and representing more than 90 percent of the world’s shipping waste. PalletSmart, in Fort Worth, Texas, has been making furniture, home decor and custom projects out of repurposed pallets and other reclaimed material since 2012. Company co-founder John Zaskoda says, “As with any business, we are looking to grow, but want to be smart about it. For now, we are staying put, taking custom residential and commercial orders and producing topnotch furniture.” He sees the endeavor as proof that with hard work and consistency it’s possible to make trash into treasure. Source: PalletSmart360.com

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body to heal and replenish the cells we need to fight infection. Prevention at home and regular visits to your dentist is the key to keeping your teeth and body healthy. Don’t wait until you have a problem or it could be too late. Most clients come into my office with pain requesting a filling or cavity check. In general cavities do not cause pain. Pain is usually indicative of a more serious problem like the need for root canal or loss of a tooth. Some of the worst problems or infections do not cause pain and sometimes can be lingering for years. I’ve had patients in for a routine initial checkup and we’ve found abscess in their teeth that they had no idea where there because there was no pain or swelling associated with it. Adding regular dental check-ups to your overall preventive health measures is a sound idea. NA. Certain changes in your gum can signal vitamin deficiencies, osteoporosis, even diabetes. Share some tips that can help us optimize our oral health? A.J. Our teeth tell the story. As a holistic dentist I always try to take a comprehensive approach. On your first visit I take a full 2 hours for the appointment to really understand the patient and provide patient education. Patients are always amazed how I can tell just by looking in their mouth that they have acid reflux, eat a lot of nuts, are a mouth breather, have been going through a lot of stress, have a vitamin deficiency, have uncontrolled diabetes, or other possible ailments. Our mouth is the gateway to our body. We can get ulcers, strokes, diabetes and other health related issues just from neglected oral hygiene - having a dirty mouth.

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ost people experience anxiety when faced with the reality of going to the dentist. Dr. Abraham Jaskiel has a different approach to dealing with this phobia. Trained in Boston University, he is dedicated to providing a painless and comfortable dental process. He emphasizes on finding the underlying source of a dental problem and seeks to eliminate that, rather than just treating symptoms. Dr. Jaskiel shared some insights about his approach and practice with Natural Awakenings in this exclusively interview. NA. Most people don’t realize the importance of including oral health as in their yearly preventive health measures. What would you advise them and why? A.J. Just remember you are what you eat. There are toxins in our mouth 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and our body is constantly trying to fight them off. Eating healthy allows our 22

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NA. All dentist, to some extent or another, see the importance of mouth-body connection, why did you decide to adopt a more natural and holistic approach to your practice? A.J. I treat many physicians in my practice and often discus

the important links of our mouth to the rest of the body. I recently had a patient that scheduled a back surgery. Her surgeon called me and asked about her oral health. I told him the patient had several things that needed to be resolved, including bacteria in her mouth as well as couple of infections. The surgeon decided to postpone the surgery until these issues were taken care of, he did not want to compromise the outcome of this surgery. Like him, many good surgeons will not perform surgery without a dentist clearance. Bacteria under the gums go into the bloodstream and can cause serious complications. In dealing with my own health issues as well as my families, I’ve personally experience and learned the importance of listening and understanding my patient’s needs. Too often we visit our physician’s office and feel as if we were rushed, and had no time to ask important questions. I believe in really understanding and listening to my patients. There are so many ways our body tells us something is wrong, and we just don’t know how to listen or understand. For example, I’ve heard many patients over the year’s complaint that their upper teeth hurt, and so they think immediately think, “I have a cavity.” After examining their mouth and asking key questions, I find that they’ve had a stressful couple of months and they are clenching their teeth, causing them to feel hyperactive. This is why I use a holistic approach. Looking at the overall patient and taking the time to listen in order to obtain a more comprehensive analysis allows me to make the right diagnosis and not jump into things that might not be necessary.

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hen properly viewed, the thresholds of all of life’s transitional moments can be both emotionally and spiritually rewarding. Whether it involves marriage or birth, job loss or illness, gleaning insight from the experience can yield fresh perspective on how to live life more fully today, if we remain mindful and lovingly attentive through the process. Like birth, death is a transition we can wisely prepare for. In recent years, compassionate individuals and grassroots movements have emerged to help us conduct ourselves, heal and grow from losing a loved one or face our own passing. An increasing number of initiatives support a new model in palliative care that treats death not as a failure, but an expected aspect of

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The Conscious Dying Institute, in Boulder, Colorado, aims to restore death and dying to its natural place in the sacred circle of life. Its end-of-life literacy curriculum and certificate training programs are helping to create a new, wisdombased culture of healing teachers and end-of-life doulas that serve among the frontline caregivers and companions providing the comfort people want and need most. Founded by Tarron Estes, a healing artist, poet, Caritas coach and transformational learning educator, the institute is grounded in love, spiritual

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openness, compassion and a universal field of consciousness. “Training is open to nurses, physicians, clinicians, caregivers, family members, healthcare teams and anyone else interested in exploring what it means to die consciously,” says Estes. It attends to the provider’s inner awakening and helps them strengthen their ability to give spiritual, emotional, physical and practical care to anyone, helping to relieve pain, regardless of diagnosis. “Rather than curative care, it’s all about seeking to increase precious, meaningful moments, a sense of spiritual sanctity, beauty, interconnectedness and appreciation of life for the families and patients they serve. An end-of-life doula at bedside assures that families and loved ones can focus on what is most important,” explains Estes, who believes that our true nature lives within us as an unblemished jewel. Helping individuals become comfortable talking about death is the work of Dr. Karen Wyatt, of Dillon, Colorado, founder of the End of Life University, an online interview series with end-of-life care experts. She provides a trustworthy loving environment in monthly death cafés. The author of What Really Matters: 7 Lessons for Living from the Stories of Dying expands the conversation through related articles and podcasts at eolUniversity.com. Death cafés benefit from Wyatt’s experience as a hospice doctor. “There is never an agenda. Of the 10 to 12 people that generally join in, one is always a new caller, recently awakened to the idea of conscious dying or their own mortality. They’re seeking information and someone to talk to because family and friends aren’t interested. Some already embracing their mortality wish to explore their thoughts with others. Some callers join just to listen,” advises Wyatt. Because death in the West has become a commercialized, medical event with funeral home packages the norm, Wyatt recommends the National Home Funeral Alliance to those interested in a deeper understanding of options and resources for a gentler model. The nonprofit, grassroots movement and its members, such as Sacred Crossings, in Los Angeles, seek to restore the lost

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For more than 40 years, philosopher, psychologist and physician Raymond Moody’s life work has been acknowledging the mysteries and validating the unexplainable events at the end of life. His seminal bestseller Life After Life appeared in 1975. Lisa Smartt’s mentorship by Moody led them to co-found FinalWordsProject.org. She’s also authored Words at the Threshold, a study of the nonsensical, metaphorical and paradoxical language and visions of the dying. Moody and Smartt agree that by better understanding the unique language patterns related to end of life we can share more deeply and build bridges with our beloveds throughout the dying process. “When we do so, we offer greater support to the dying and ameliorate our own experience of loss as they cross the threshold,” remarks Smartt. Like William Peters, founder of the Shared Crossings Project, in Santa Barbara, California, they caution that compassionate etiquette during events at death is important. “Assume that levels of awareness exist in the dying so that our energy and presence are felt and our voices heard,” advises Moody. “Respect your words and actions, regardless of the person’s state of consciousness. Be a compassionate listener and validate their vision. Don’t pretend to intellectualize or explain anything.”

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art and healing ritual of a home funeral by preserving the rights of families to provide home after-death care. Supporting and educating interested families is the mission of Sacred Crossings founder Rev. Olivia Rosemarie Bareham. The certified death midwife and home funeral guide draws from her experiences as an auxiliary nurse and hospice volunteer to assist families with end-of-life planning, death midwifery and arrangements for an at-home vigil and funeral, as well as cremation and burial choices. “We also offer sacred singing to help ease a loved one’s transition. Music by a bedside soloist or choir before, during and after death can be deeply relaxing and comforting, and even provide pain relief,” advises Bareham.

“Sometimes no matter how many advance care conversations have taken place, discord can dismantle the best laid plans. It requires the tough work of compassionate communications. Friends and families need to remember that this is the patient’s end-of-life experience, not theirs. It is possible to find peace in the midst of conflict, understanding that the one leaving overwhelmingly wishes for a peaceful passing, including peace within the family.” The Death Over Dinner initiative, founded by Michael Hebb in 2013, has been hosted by groups in more than 20 countries to help people engage in conversations on “how we want to die”—the most vital and costly discussion Americans aren’t having (DeathOverDinner.org/stories).

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Dianne Gray, president and executive director of the Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Foundation, also owns Hospice and Healthcare Communications. “The dying often wish to leave here surrounded by peace and harmony. They choose to let go of contentiousness and often wish family members would do the same, which is facilitated by mapping out Advance Directives according to the final wishes of the patient,” says Gray. Questions she frequently addresses in public talks and Death Over Dinner party conversations include: the necessity of finishing unfinished business; bringing closure to unresolved relationship issues; finding words to express our compassion; soothing the sense of impending loss; and managing to take only love with us to the other side, yet leave enough of it behind to help loved ones through their grieving process. She cautions that no matter how well we plan for death, things don’t always go as planned.

needed for the individual, dependents, property, assets, estate planning, wills and trusts. It also addresses issues related to advance, treatment and do-notresuscitate directives, insurance, types of funerals and costs, and Social Security, Medicare and veterans’ benefits. Guidelines suggest consulting with a certified public accountant or personal financial planning specialist. The latest innovation is the blessing of a living funeral, a celebration of life while the honoree is present to hear the eulogies, praises and farewells before they depart. AgingWithDignity.org provides a downloadable Five Wishes document, a popular advance directive, or living will that covers personal, spiritual, medical and legal aspects. It’s easy to use and can serve as a family guide to prompt conversations about personal care preferences in the event of serious illness. New York Times journalist Mark Leibovich wrote about how Massachusetts Senator Edward Kennedy chose to spend his final weeks in pursuit of a “good ending.” As death approached,

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n their books Caring for the Dying and Having the Last Say, authors Henry FerskoWeiss and Alan Gelb, respectively, advocate reviewing our life and writing a short narrative to explore its value as we approach our final act of Earth’s play. Processing experiences from the past and what they mean at this juncture presents us an opportunity to achieve greater clarity and integrate them in a positive way in our life story. According to Fersko-Weiss, it has the power to reduce depression, increase life satisfaction, promote acceptance of self and enhance integrity of spirit, no matter what phase of life we are in. The harvesting of life experiences should reflect our true humanity—flaws and all—and what we’ve learned through mistakes and failures, as well as triumphs. Conveying a compelling mythic family story, values we’ve lived by and our embrace of meaningful relationships will help the people we know understand that, for all its difficulties and complexities, life is worth living. Our narrative, whether recorded as an essay or scripted video, becomes an act of praise for the gift of the life we’ve led, imperfect as it may have been. It can also serve as a potential keepsake that passes along life lessons and values from one generation to another. Gelb suggests that summing up what’s most important to us in 500 to 1,000 words can be an experience to savor and enjoy at a reflective time in life, an opportunity to capture our legacy and even serve as our own eulogy. When we want a loved one no longer here to feel near to us and hear them one last time, it’s a way for them to literally have the last say, he adds.

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activities that require concentration or new problem-solving skills; all help the mind stay tuned up and sharp.” It’s always healthy to break out of normal routines and comfort zones, venture into new worlds, volunteer and do what makes our heart soar. Jones advises, “Choose activities that feel good, refreshing, include people you enjoy, and are done in pleasant environments. Don’t forget to revel in sunshine or a good book on a rainy day. Listen to music, play music, sing and dance every day.” Maturity brings benefits we can embrace with delight when we bring loving attention and happy novelty to life. Aimee Hughes, a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO, is a doctor of naturopathy and consultant for the Yandara Yoga Institute. Connect at ChezAimee@gmail.com.

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Microgreens grow so fast that there’s little time for them to run into trouble. Commercial growers use large trays, but home gardeners can also use pretty coffee mugs or tofu boxes rescued from the recycling bin. Drainage holes in the container bottoms work well when growing beets or other slow-sprouting seeds, but are less important for fast-growing sunflowers or wheat. Work only with organic seeds. Seeds sold for sprouting or bulk grains from a local health food store cost much less than the larger, robust seeds produced for gardening. Soak seeds in water overnight to jump-start germination. Place an inch or so of potting soil or seed-starting mix in the container, and then scatter the plump seeds on top. “A common beginner’s error is to sow seeds too thickly,” says Braunstein. Sown seeds should not touch each other, with most spaced about one-quarter-inch apart. Spritz with water and cover with a plate or plastic wrap. At the first signs of sprouting, water and move the pot to a sunny spot near a bright window or within two inches

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or 25 years, relationship expert Alison Armstrong has worked to evolve society by changing the way women relate to men. Her yearning to understand the opposite sex was born from personal challenges, including a failed marriage in her 20s. She began studying men on her own, at the age of 30, beginning with the question, “What if men are responding to women?” What started out as a personal inquiry has become a lifelong pursuit and she’s shared her findings with millions of men and women worldwide. Armstrong, co-founder and CEO of PAX Programs, addresses gender differences, sexuality and relationships. She has written three books, including The Queen’s Code, and speaks to interpersonal insights through workshops, webinars and teleclasses, including free recordings and articles at UnderstandMen.com. Armstrong and her second husband have been happily married for 23 years and now live in Colorado.

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Where does a couple best start to heal the communication divide? The most powerful thing men and women can do is to address misunderstandings with openness and curiosity rather than assuming we know why our partner did or said something. We should ask ourselves, “What if there’s a good reason for that?” Don’t assume that what’s true for her is also true for him, and vice versa. Once a couple chooses to give each other the benefit of the doubt, a few simple changes can further open up communication. Saying “I need” instead of “I want” will make a huge difference. Because being “needy” is considered unattractive, women avoid this word, not realizing that it connects with a man’s instinct to provide. When asking for something, it’s important to say what it would

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What’s the secret to navigating partners’ differing needs and drives for physical intimacy? The secret is to stop leaving our sex lives to the whims of biology, or making decisions based on whether we “feel like it.” Waiting for a time when both partners feel like it, the kids are at Grandma’s and we’re not too tired leads to sex happening too rarely. Delicious sexual partnerships begin when we decide to stop waiting and instead work on creating the circumstances that put us in the mood. One example is learning to offer “dessert”. Using the desire for food as a metaphor for the desire for sex, we’re often trying to eat together when only one partner is hungry. But dessert sounds delicious anytime; examples might be massage or kissing or other physical activities. Find out what reliably perks up a partner’s interest and put that on the menu.

How can a woman satisfy a man’s desire to provide without sacrificing her independence? American culture tells women that being low-maintenance matters most. Yet, when we allow our partners to fulfill our needs, it can help us unlock our own greatness, as well as theirs. Men are driven to provide for their loved ones and denying them such opportunities takes away their life’s pursuit, which can be emasculating. By asking for what we need, women create opportunities for partnership, satisfaction and fulfillment for both partners. When we allow the men in our life to contribute to us and learn to receive graciously, we discover that it doesn’t diminish our power. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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first conquering them in himself. Along the way, he had many experiences and learned many very valuable lessons which he incorporates into his personal and professional life. Through rigorous research and development, he has successfully helped to create and implement a very successful evidence-based modality which helps people stop suffering from conditions like: Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Anxiety Attacks, Depression, Sleep issue, Focus and Concentration Issues, Anger Issues, Chronic Fatigue, Post-Traumatic Stress, Learning Disabilities, Addiction Issues, Dependency (or Abuse) Issues, Eating Disorders, Tourette’s Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Phobias, Codependency, Motivation, Self-Esteem, Performance Issues, and many other limiting conditions. “When seeking to improve how you are feeling and or functioning, the real answer lies in achieving optimal brainwave activity, learning how to maintain and improve upon it, and in turn, enjoying living through a balanced way of life! This is what we help clients to achieve everyday here at Pathwaves.” says Mr. Cole. BY THE NUMBERS: What is of more significance is that Neural Empowerment is an evidence-based program which includes a standardized procedure followed with every client who comes in. The first annual report of this evidence based tracking is now published at http://pathwaveslife.com/ neural-empowerment-evidence-basedpractices-first-annual-tracking-report/. In the report, which is being submitted for peer-review the first quarter of 2017, the average reduction in the different areas is as follows: Anxiety 46.83%, Confidence/Self-Esteem 40.00%, Mood/Depression 47.16%, Sleep- 40.80%, Physical Symptoms 39.68%, Memory 39.40%, Anger 42.29%, Focus/ Concentration 43.00%, and Addictive Behaviors 20.49%. To get there, the process begins with an electroencephalogram (EEG) which is followed up with a consultation where the Cole Brain Map Analysis (CBMA) is performed and explained. The clients then receive a written “Report of Findings” and the plan for moving forward is established. Clients complete between 1 and 30 sessions based on their conditions, goals, and needs. The neural activity of these sessions is measured, tracked, and reported. This tracking and reporting is extremely useful in guiding our clients in the areas they may need to concentrate more on as they strive for the ideal balance of functioning. Self-regulation, coping, and entrainment techniques are taught to the client so they can continue to improve for the rest of their lives. Pathwaves, 2503 SW 27th Avenue ,Miami, Florida 33133. For more information call 305-858-6616, email getbalanced@ pathwaveslife.com, or visit pathwaveslife.com. See ad, page 8. natural awakenings

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e all relish a cozy nest, whether that means lightfilled views, the embrace of form-fitting sofas and chairs or plush rugs that snuggle bare feet. A beautiful, comfortable home that reflects our personal style and embodies our values can be achieved by learning the origin of furnishings and investing in sustainably made pieces that will stand the test of time, say experts. “Furnishing a home ethically doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort or style,” says JD Doliner, a business consultant in Charlotte, North Carolina. Doliner’s home is graced with 18th- and 19th-century antiques, organic cotton mattresses, comfy custom-made chairs from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified wood and handmade wool rugs certified childlabor-free by GoodWeave. “They give me peace of mind as a humanitarian and environmentalist,” she says.

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Debbie Hindman, marketing director for Associates III Interior Design, in Denver, is working with increasingly knowledgeable clients like Doliner asking for sustainably sourced products. Manufacturers, in turn, are upping transparency about product origins, realizing it can provide a competitive edge, she notes. 36

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“We look at the story behind a product and make sure that it aligns with both our company’s and clients’ values,” says Hindman, a co-author of Sustainable Residential Interiors. “We ask questions like, ‘Are workers paid a fair wage? Was the product made with local materials? What is the story behind the company’s founding?’” The Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC) coalition of manufacturers, retailers

and designers partners with businesses and informs consumers to increase environmentally responsible choices in the marketplace. Its 400 members commit to sustainability and transparency in their business practices and submit an annual action plan showing such efforts. Headquartered in Edenton, North Carolina, the council strives to minimize industry carbon emissions and remove unsustainable materials and harmful chemical ingredients from residential and commercial furnishings. “The residential furnishings industry frequently takes raw materials from one continent, processes and manufactures on another to be consumed on yet another, leaving a huge environmental footprint,” says Susan Inglis, the council’s executive director. As the third largest consumer of wood, these manufacturers bear significant responsibility for preserving the world’s forest ecosystems and fighting deforestation, reports Inglis.

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To make informed decisions, furniture shoppers need to ask how, where, from what and by whom a potential purchase is made. Lisa Beres, a healthy home expert and former interior designer in Newport Coast, California, and author of Just Green It! advises not taking product claims at face value. Ask if the product has earned a certification like the Global Organic Textile Standard for fabrics or GreenGuard, which verifies low levels of

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oday’s mass-produced furniture may contain hidden chemicals such as formaldehyde-based adhesives, flame retardants and other volatile organic compounds (VOC) linked to serious health issues. Researchers from the Natural Resources Defense Council found 45 toxic chemicals in indoor dust, 10 of which were present in at least 90 percent of households sampled. “These chemicals enter the air as materials in the furnishings break down,” explains healthy home expert Lisa Beres. “Because we spend an average of 90 percent of our lives indoors, the exposure to harmful chemicals is troubling.” Beres advises shoppers to be wary of synthetic fabrics, which not only consume nonrenewable resources like petroleum, but may also contain toxic dyes, heavy metals or chemicals like Teflon. Foam and other fillings in mattresses, sofas and chairs are often a hidden source of off-gassing VOCs. The Sustainable Furnishing Council’s seal of approval and member list at SustainableFurnishings.org are a good place to start to find companies committed to offering healthier alternatives that include transparency and responsibility in their manufacturing practices.

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chemical emissions. Not all natural products are sustainably produced; cotton, for example, is one of the most heavily sprayed crops. Look for certified organic cotton as a responsible textile choice. Beres also suggests renewable fiber sources like bamboo or hemp. “Natural latex is a sound alternative to foam fillers, offering good support and dust mite resistance,” says Beres. Specific animal-based products like down feathers used in bedding can provoke allergies and be produced inhumanely, Beres cautions. Products certified to the Responsible Down Standard, which protects the wellbeing and welfare of geese tapped for their manufacture, offer a humane choice for fluffy down comforters. Look for well-crafted furniture made from locally sourced, reclaimed or FSC-certified wood instead of particleboard, which usually contains formaldehyde and may be made from unsustainably harvested wood. Sustainable furnishings are both better for the planet and can make a home distinctive. Natural pieces like a countertop made from reclaimed, rough-hewn wood provide a unique beauty that mass-manufactured pieces can’t match and also showcase the material’s natural form and feeling. Her firm promotes durable, timeless pieces over trendy furnishings that a client might discard in a few years. When it’s time to retire a piece of furniture, find a new home for it, whether by donating to a charity or reselling through a consignment store. While cutting corners on home furnishing choices can be tempting, especially when shopping on a budget, remember that today’s quality pieces may become tomorrow’s cherished heirlooms. “Some will spend money on the latest gadget, but hesitate to invest in a great piece of furniture or a quality mattress they’ll spend much of their life sitting or sleeping on,” says Beres. “It’s not a splurge; you’re investing in your health and protecting Earth’s precious resources. It all comes full circle.”

sychologist Ty Tashiro reports in The Science of Happily Ever After that only three in 10 couples remain in healthy, happy marriages. Psychologist John Gottman, in New York City, has studied couples for four decades seeking to understand successful relationships. He and his psychologist wife, Julie, founded The Gottman Institute that helps couples build and maintain loving, healthy relationships based on scientific studies. Using data from his Love Lab at the University of Washington, John separated thousands of couples into two groups: masters (still happy after six years) and disasters (separated or chronically unhappy in their marriages). One of Gottman’s studies watched 130 newlywed vacationing couples and found that partners regularly made bids for connection, requesting responses from their mate. Choices to “turn toward” or “turn away” revealed the level of engagement and respect in the relationship. Couples that divorced within six years had shown “turn toward” bids a third of the time while couples still together responded to their partner’s emotional need nine times out of 10. An integral element is the spirit couples bring to the relationship: kindness and generosity or contempt, criticism and hostility. “There’s a key habit of mind that the masters have,” Gottman explains. “They are scanning the social environment for things they can appreciate and express thanks for. Disasters are scanning for partners’ mistakes.” People focused on criticizing miss 50 percent of positive things their

partners are doing and see negativity when it’s absent. Deliberately ignoring their partner or responding minimally to opportunities for small moments of emotional connection devalues and kills a relationship. Kindness, conversely, glues couples together, making each partner feel cared for, understood, validated and loved. In a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers found that the more someone receives or witnesses kindness, the more they will be kind themselves, creating upward spirals of love and generosity. Practicing kindness during a fight is vital. Letting contempt and aggression spiral out of control during a conflict can inflict irrevocable damage. “Kindness doesn’t mean that we don’t express anger,” Julie explains, “But it informs how we choose to express it. You can either throw spears or explain why you’re hurt and angry, which is the kinder path.” Kindness can also solidify the backbone of a relationship by being generous about our partner’s intention and avoiding misinterpreting what’s motivating their behavior. “Even if it’s executed poorly, appreciate the intent,” Tashiro advises. Clearly, if we want to have a stable, healthy relationship, exercise kindness early and often and let a spirit of generosity guide happy years together. Emily Esfahani Smith is the author of The Power of Meaning: Crafting a Life That Matters. Connect at EmilyEsfahaniSmith. com or on Twitter @emesfahanismith.

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ccording to a 2012 New York Times story, “Preschoolers in Surgery for a Mouthful of Cavities,” more dentists nationwide are recommending that children be administered general anesthesia at hospitals due to the severity of decay. Such extensive dental work on children is largely preventable. Wise parents encourage their children to develop healthy habits such as brushing teeth at least twice a day; eating fewer sugary snacks and brushing afterwards; limiting fruit juice intake to four ounces a day; and sucking on bacteria-killing xylitol lollipops. Such a routine combined with an initial dentist visit by their first birthday can reduce dental costs, including hospital treatment for extreme decay that can cost thousands of dollars. Other ways to reduce the too-common incidence of six to 10 childhood cavities include breastfeeding only until baby teeth erupt; avoiding transmission of an anaerobic oral bacteria carried in saliva that’s the leading cause of tooth

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decay; early interceptive treatment to avoid crowding of teeth; and consulting a nutritionist.

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Andie Pearson, a doctor of dental medicine and owner of Gaimed Dental Spa, in Wilmette, Illinois, tells mothers that in the descent through the birth canal, their baby ingests the bacteria necessary to digest breast milk. As teeth later emerge, their gut bacteria also become able to digest solid food. “By the time a child has all 20 baby teeth, between 18 and 30 months, they no longer have the microbial ecology for digesting breast milk and should be weaned. Researchers from the University of CaliforniaBerkeley have found that the more frequently a mother breastfed her child beyond the second birthday during the day, the greater the child’s risk of severe early tooth decay,” says Pearson. Development of facial muscles and bone structure is dependent on chewing and gnawing. “Teething rings facilitate chewing that builds stronger

teeth and creates better alignment,” she explains. If childhood tooth growth is delayed, Pearson often suggests a chiropractic adjustment if all other developmental areas are normal. “It can help the body relax so that teeth erupt naturally,” she advises.

Mouth-to-Mouth Susan Maples, a doctor of dental surgery and owner of Total Health Dentistry, in Holt, Michigan, notes that Streptococcus mutans is the leading reason children are hospitalized today. “Cavities are formed when the rate of decay of the teeth caused by the lactic acid produced by the bacteria exceeds the rate of repair initiated by the phosphate and calcium ions in saliva,” she explains. The unwanted bacteria is transmitted through saliva, which is why adults should avoid licking spoons or tasting foods before offering them to children between the ages of 1 and 3. “This type of bacteria thrives on sugar, so children shouldn’t have lots of sugary drinks and sweet treats,” says Maples. Mouth kissing presents a similar risk.

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Kris Kammer, a doctor of dental surgery and owner of Gums of Steel Oral Hygiene Transformation, in Middleton, Wisconsin, learned early in his career to avoid mercury amalgam fillings and early extractions of bicuspids for orthodontic purposes, and that xylitol reduces buildup of plaque bacterial biofilm on teeth. A study published in the Journal of Dental Research, supported by findings of a metastudy appearing in Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry “shows that regular use of xylitol over six months significantly reduces the Streptococcus mutans population,” he says. He also suggests early interceptive treatments which can be performed by general dentists. “Parents don’t need to wait for children’s teeth to come in crooked and crowded. These issues can be addressed with a removable appliance that expands the arch in the roof dome, influences bone growth and makes room for incoming teeth,” says Kammer. Early proper diet may also help prevent

crowding of teeth as well as malocclusion, or misalignment of upper and lower teeth, according to Pearson.

Role Modeling “Parents play a pivotal role in their children’s dental hygiene. They influence how their children care for their teeth, behave in the dentist’s office and feel about dental visits,” advises Pentti Nupponen, a doctor of dental medicine and owner of the Halifax Center for Holistic & Cosmetic Dentistry, in Halifax, Pennsylvania. Children should be made familiar with dentistry and taught that they are responsible for their dental hygiene from around age 1. Nupponen explains his gentle method: “I encourage mothers to bring their children along for dental appointments so that they can watch me from their mother’s lap. Generally, by the time they are alone in my chair, they aren’t frightened.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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hysical therapists have long used horses to help patients improve balance or strengthen core muscles. Now they’re helping to teach empathy. Given a horse’s significant size, sometimes distracting surroundings and the need for safety, humans need to learn the animal’s non-verbal cues, and to regulate their own. Close interaction without riding is proving to be helpful for those dealing with addictions, trauma and grief, and for employees to improve their communication and teamwork skills. Kelly Wendorf and Scott Strachan, co-founders of Equus, in Santa Fe, work with both individuals and organizations. Strachan emphasizes, “This isn’t magic. Horses reflect our feelings back to us. If we’re nervous, the horse will be more skittish.” “We’ve had executives arrive with cell phones firmly in hand and leave holding soggy tissues instead,” comments Wendorf. “For them, it was unexpectedly emotional.” For addicts caught up in a debilitating cycle, “Equine therapy gets the brain firing in a new direction,” says Constance Scharff, Ph.D., director of 40

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addiction research at Cliffside Malibu, in California. “Patients may say they’re fine when they’re not, but you can’t lie to a horse. They have boundaries; if you’re angry, a horse won’t tolerate your behavior and will walk away.” Scharff notes, “Equine therapy is complementary to psychotherapy medicine, and one tool we use in approaching addiction. Depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can be the underlying issue, so we can address it, to understand why the person became an addict.” Wendorf relates the story of an 18-year-old client facing body image issues. “Five horses approached her and touched her with their noses on her arms and legs. Where they touched was where she had been cutting herself to try to relieve her emotional pain.” “People feel a powerful connection when they let down their defenses and a horse responds,” says Sheryl Jordan, equestrian director at Salamander Resort & Spa, in Middleburg, Virginia. “Our Equi-Spective life lessons program brings self-awareness and the power to better

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control emotions. During the session, they may hug, pet and cry on the horse, but they leave the corral smiling.” The program teamed up with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) serving bereaved military families. Kelly Griffith, a surviving sister of U.S. Marine Corps Major Samuel Griffith, points to the power of equine therapy in a video at Tinyurl.com/ Equi-SpectiveVideo. Susan Wight, a former professional steeplechase rider and ambassador for TAPS in Leesburg, Virginia, says, “My husband was my riding coach. When he passed away, I was numb when facing decisions, but at the session, it felt like one of the horses was the one to choose. The initial flood of emotions and memories from being around horses again wasn’t pretty, but empathy is a specific language, and I’m grateful for the opportunity. Horses are a huge part of my life.” At Ranch Hand Rescue Counseling Center & Animal Sanctuary, in South Argyle, Texas, founder Bob Williams considers animal therapy a ministry. “We rescue abused and neglected farm animals, including horses that come into play when patients are not responding to usual therapies,” he says. “It’s important for damaged people to learn to live in the light, and our partnering with the special needs animals helps put them on the emotional path to health.” The rescue’s mission is to provide hope, healing and a sense of security for children and adults that have suffered severe trauma such as abuse, domestic violence and witnessing violent death (Tinyurl.com/RanchHandRescueVideo). Riding Beyond’s four-session program, in Ashland, Oregon, is free to women recovering from the rigors of breast cancer treatment. Expenses are covered by donations from the community. German research published in the journal Psycho-Oncology reported

that 82 percent of participating breast cancer patients studied displayed symptoms of PTSD following diagnosis. “They often don’t want to touch or be touched, and have trouble with friendships and intimate relationships; issues that can cripple a woman’s life,” says Trish Broersma, founding director and a certified therapeutic riding professional at Riding Beyond (Tinyurl. com/RidingBeyondVideo). “The medical team that saved their lives doesn’t treat these issues.” The first client, unfamiliar with horses, met Mystic, who touched her on the site of the former tumor. She says, “Even weeks later, when I brought her image to mind when stressed, sad or even happy, it brought feelings of contentment, peace and well-being.” Horses have been serving humans in many ways for centuries. Equine therapy shows they have even more to give if we are open to receive. Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

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Family Bonding Spending time partaking in everyday family leisure activities has been associated with greater emotional bonding within families. Both “core” leisure activities, such as playing a board game, watching television, gardening or playing outdoors and “balance” activities, which require a greater investment of planning, time and money, such as a family vacation or trip to an amusement park or sporting event, can 42

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Academic Performance Children whose parents spend time with them and take an interest in their education tend to do better in school and complete higher levels of education than those whose parents spent their time at home pursuing their own hobbies, according to a study published on familyfacts.org. Providing essential guidance through studying and assisting with homework, as well as incorporating educational games, can provide children a positive influence, lead to emotional well-being and help them strive for higher levels of educational success as they grow.

Communication Skills Children learn how to behave and communicate by watching their parents interact with each other and others. Family bonding time is a way to model expected behaviors, and

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Set a day each week for family night. It’s easy to get caught up in a busy schedule, which is why consciously setting aside family time is essential. Once it’s set, you may be tempted to turn the open night at home into an invitation to catch up on housework or even just relax. Avoid the temptation and instead look for fun ways to spend that time as a family. Start a puzzle or play a board game. Initiate a DIY project for the house, spend time baking or cooking a meal, or simply sit together and talk about what’s happening in the lives of those who matter most.

Lovemaking, N O W ! ( R E A L LY ? ) by Diana Daffner

h, it’s Valentine’s Day again. Perhaps, just maybe, it’s a good time for lovemaking. Now? Really? For many of us, sex isn’t always the passionate, knock your socks off variety that books are written about. We may deliciously devour stories that amuse and arouse us, like 50 Shades of Grey. Back in our own lives, it’s more like there are 50 other things on our plate that seem to interfere with the lustful loving we long for. Is there anything wrong with us? No. Is it a case of missing libido? Well, maybe. With all those other things clamoring for our attention, anything could go missing. That novel we were going to write. The songs we used to sing. A matching sock. A pet. (My dog once went missing and was found on a highway in a distant city, headed back to my home. But I digress…)How can we expect to be turned on for lovemaking, when there are children and/or elder parents to be cared for, laundry to do, work proposals to be written and presented, dogs to be walked.. you name it. Our brains are occupied with endless to-do lists. Lovemaking can seem like just one more plate to juggle.

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When we entwine our bodies with another, when we touch one another in those places otherwise kept private, we are literally “making” love. As our vibrations dance together, and merge in orgasmic pleasure, love is released into the greater Universe. And we know well that the Universe needs this love. The decorative hearts displayed on Valentine’s Day can be reminders to rush home and embrace our beloved (if we have one.) For many, Valentine’s gifts and dinners at a favorite restaurant are rituals that celebrate our good fortune to be in a love relationship. Let’s make the most of it! Chocolate, wine, diamonds.. these become a kind of communication in and of themselves. I love you, they say. (Now can we jump into bed?) Ah.. Valentine’s Day. It’s not really about sex, is it? Or at least not ONLY about sex. How about emotional connection? Everything – the gifts, the dinners, the glitter – these are all about honoring love and romance. Romance? Now? (Yes. If not now, when?) Of course, what’s romantic to one person might not be so to another. Valentine’s Day is a good time to check in with your partner – what IS romantic to you? Make a short list of specific things that turn you on, things your partner does that resonate in your heart. Ask your partner to do so as well, and share your lists. (Knowing what turns you and your partner off is also valuable, but better saved for another day.) Libido? If the love is there, if the heart is open, then perhaps sex will follow. Or perhaps not. Sometimes the leap from open heart to open body is not so easy. A gift or chocolate or a glass of wine MIGHT be enough of an aphrodisiac, enough to call in the ancient love energy of Aphrodite (Venus). Chocolate may even promote the release of chemicals that stimulate the “love drug” molecule called PEA (phenylethylamine). Maybe, in small doses. Still, though, there are all those to-do lists running around in the brain. It’s not at all surprising that some of us resist so hard the very thing that makes everything else worthwhile. Being touched. Loved. Pleasured. To counter this remarkably common resistance, consider the NIKE approach: “just do it.” The BEST aphrodisiac is actually sex itself! Making a leap from the emotional to the physical expression of love can seem a daunting task. It need not be so. Thanks to the modern adaptation of ancient “Tantric” teachings and mindfulness trainings, couples can learn to bring themselves into presence with each other. More meaningful than presents, “presence” allows us to offer our partner a conscious connection with the core of our being. Yes. This. Now. Diana Daffner, with her husband Richard, is the author of Tantric Sex for Busy Couples: How to deepen your passion in just ten minutes a day. Together, they have led Intimacy Retreats (Vacation/Workshops for Couples), for over 15 years. For more information, or to contact Diana, visit www.IntimacyRetreats. com or call 941 349-6804.

If we listen to our hearts (and not our tired bodies), if we listen to the quiet inner voice that provides guidance to our true self, we might hear the answer: YES! Yes, to love. And a great way to experience love with our beloved is.. you guessed it, sex. natural awakenings

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Healing Inside Out

Creative Journaling as a Therapeutic Tool for Cancer Survivorship

hat do we do when everything around us seems like it is spinning out of control or when we are feeling wounded, anxious or really angry? What can we do when we are faced with uncertainty and need clarity or grounding? How do we deal with some of these overwhelming feelings that prevent us from enjoying our lives to the fullest? One way to cope with these feelings is to write

them down! Studies have shown that writing regularly reduces stress and improves physical health. Many find that keeping a journal, and/or writing poems help them cope with unsettling feelings by providing a safe place to express them. The blank page serves as a container to express oneself, and has boundaries. It serves as vehicle to express a multitude of feelings, whenever we want or need to. Our

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journal can be our friend or therapist, and is always there to listen. No one else needs to see our journal entries, unless we choose to share them. Keeping a journal can be a useful tool in dealing with the stresses and disruption of normal life, which accompany cancer survivors. Journaling provides a place to hear words from inside by dumping the unpeaceful thoughts and feelings out on paper in order to move toward healing and inner peace. Many authors, who have written about mind-body health, including Bernie Siegel and Joan Borysenko, stress that mental health has a connection to physical health, and that unresolved stresses can wreak havoc in the body. Therefore, writing about hope and strength during the journal writing process can become an important part of our healing journey, with or without the help of our medical caregivers. Learning to live without fear and to be at peace within ourselves is the important goal. The Creative Journaling Group at the Cancer Support Community Greater Miami is designed to offer participants an opportunity to write about issues which present themselves as part of their cancer treatment and recovery. The focus also includes examining other parts of one’s life, which may or may not be affected by the illness. Instead of feeling alone when having to cope with having or surviving cancer, participants are able to be a part of a group which encourages support and a place where important feelings are expressed. In the Creative Journaling Group, which will meet on Thursday February 16th and March 16th from 7 to 8:30 pm, participants are given the opportunity to express their wishes, hopes and dreams. We welcome cancer survivors and/or caregivers to attend. No previous writing necessary! Barbara Kreisberg, BS, MS, CTRS, CPT is a Certified Poetry Therapist and serves on the National Association for Poetry Therapy Board as Vice President and Conference Chair. She has over 20 years of experience working as a journal and poetry therapist in both Boston and Miami and believes that writing poems and/or keeping a journal can be an important part of personal growth and healing.

Sacred Pilgrimage to Egypt with Rae Chandran

March 31 – April 9, 2017 10 days / 9 nights Cost: $3,800 - $4,200 (airfare not included)

his magical retreat offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience Egypt with a custom guided program led by internationally renowned channeler and author Rae Chandran that combines nature, history, adventure and spiritual experiences in some of the most magnificent spots in the world. Experience daily channelings, meditations, intention ceremonies, activations and initiations in power spots guided by Chandran. Some of the places that will be visited include the Great Pyramids (private two-hour visit), Initiation in King’s chamber, Sphinx, Temple of Sekhmet and 7 Gates (private visit), Channeling in Abydos, Sakkara and Memphis, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, Hathor Temple, Alabaster Mosque, Coptic Church and the Cairo Museum, Isis Temple, Temple of Horus and Komombo Temple and many more.

Chandran is a teacher, channeler and energy healer. He has been on the path of self-discovery for more than three decades and through the awakenings and understandings he has had over these years, he shares these truths to all the people he comes in contact with. He teaches these truths through the various workshops he conducts in many parts of the world like Japan, USA, Brazil, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Shanghai, India and Vietnam. He also leads people to power spots and power vortexes in countries like Egypt, Israel, Greece and Morocco. Chandran is the author of five books. The content of all of these books is completely channeled.

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Inner Peace: The Path to World Peace

Buddhist Teachings Support Efforts to Be Happy by Janet Kathleen Ettele

is Holiness the Dalai Lama speaks to audiences all over the world; he frequently reminds them that there are now over seven billion human beings on this planet. “Physically, emotionally and mentally our needs and wishes are all the same,” he says. “All human beings want a happy life.” He emphasizes that when we talk about a happy life and a peaceful world, we cannot neglect the importance of inner peace. Although meditation is often proclaimed to be an avenue to inner peace, the effect of any meditation depends on its type and the motivation one brings to it. Research in the fields of neuroscience and psychology has investigated brain activity during meditation. This research has demonstrated that just as one can learn to play a musical instrument, ride a bicycle, or play a game of chess, one can also learn methods to cultivate happiness and compassion. The two go hand in hand. All of these endeavors require practice and time; the good news is that because the brain changes in response to mental training, the plasticity of the brain makes it possible to train the mind to be happy. 48

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Methods to cultivate inner peace and a happy mind practiced in Buddhist traditions include developing an expansive view of interdependence or, very simply put, an understanding that no one and no thing exists independently. The byproduct of this view is an altruistic state of mind strengthened through meditation and practices, including mindfulness of thoughts, actions and morality and cultivation of wisdom, compassion and understanding. These are the underpinnings of the Buddhist philosophy and path. The altruistic mind—the intention to benefit others—may seem easy to embrace until we experience the uncomfortable realization that benefiting others doesn’t apply only to a selectively chosen group of friends, nice people or relatives. Altruism is a universal intention that includes all beings with complete equanimity, with neither attachment nor aversion— even toward those we consider to be enemies. Holding the awareness that all beings want to be happy and that no one willingly invites unhappiness into their lives, we can learn to develop the quality of equanimity. In doing so, we come to understand also that the root cause of our own suffering is self-centeredness. This self-centeredness is the absorption with and attachment to a misguided concept of an inherently existing self—a self that engages life on automatic pilot, as if it has some permanent quality at its core, a quality that is in fact constructed by the self. Some people consider this self to be the ego. It often filters experience through a “What’s in it for me?” or “Who’s trying to hurt me?” attitude and believes it exists independently of others and of the many causes and conditions that sustain its existence. It is also the view of someone who believes, “If I change my self-centered view, people will walk all over me and I’ll be taken advantage of.” But what actually happens is that when we understand it, the view of interdependence heightens wisdom so that we can then navigate all experiences much more skillfully and with results that are more likely to be beneficial to all. Interdependence is linked to the laws of cause and effect, or karma. When we take the time to reflect on the nature of cause and effect, we can observe how it plays out in our own lives and in the lives of others. Through this reflection, we can see that the negative results of our self-centeredness are apparent in every dispute ranging from those on a personal

level to those on a global level. Whether on a small or large scale, people experience disputes through issues related to pride, greed, jealousy, anger, hatred, and other negative states of mind. While Buddhist logic and philosophy require a level of understanding of the true nature of reality that few of us will likely ever get our minds around, we can begin by understanding interdependence on a basic level. Living in a culture where so much is readily available to us with just the click of a few buttons, a phone call, or a credit card, our interdependence is easy to miss. However, we can train ourselves to broaden our minds when we recognize that, in truth, no matter how independent we consider ourselves to be, we do not and cannot exist in isolation. The clothes we wear, food we eat, electricity that lights our homes and the fuel that heats them are available to us only in dependence upon a vast collection of others. When we consider the humans, animals and insects that have contributed to making the things that sustain our lives and the conditions under which they live, then slowly a sense of gratitude and appreciation begins to enter. Through this type of reflection, our capacity for compassion and our experience of inner peace begin to deepen and grow. For years, the Dalai Lama has been writing and speaking to audiences about the need for secular ethics—ethics that are not tied to a particular religion but are a characteristic of our humanity. He says the seed of unlimited and unbiased compassion is present at birth and, therefore, everyone has this seed. He points out that the younger generation is our hope for the future and we need to cultivate the seeds of

compassion for children in order to plant the seeds necessary for a happy future and a happy world—a world of peace. He describes this effort as “educating the heart.” When human values—such as compassion, forgiveness, tolerance, contentment and self-discipline—are nurtured, people develop increased inner strength; this, in turn, develops self-confidence and reduces fear. Because fear and love cannot coexist, with less fear we are free to experience a feeling of closeness, warm-heartedness and compassion for others. While the younger generation may be our greatest hope, adults of all ages must take very seriously the power we all have as individuals to change our internal worlds. Research presented this past September at The Mind and Life Institute’s Power and Care Conference in Brussels, Belgium, reveals that by engaging just 20 to 30 minutes in daily reflection and meditation on compassion and equanimity, we can change the automatic pilot tendencies within our own minds; we bring inner peace to ourselves and, thereby, to those around us. Through the focused efforts of educating the heart and embracing secular ethics, then regardless of faith or tradition, true peace is not naïve optimism but an achievable reality that begins with a wise and compassionate mind. Janet Kathleen Ettele is a mindfulness-based life coach and the author of How Generosity Works, How the Root of Kindness Works, and How Patience Works. She brings her background as a student of Buddhist dharma into contemporary practice through her writing, coaching, and music. Connect at JanetEttele.com.

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Do Your Homework

When you are ready to reach out, there are resources to find doctors who can help you as whole beings. Start with the advertisements, articles and Community Resource Guide listings in our Natural Awakenings Magazine. Widen your search to include online searches for “wholistic” health care providers locally or beyond your local area. Look online at organizations that either train or certify integrative, functional medicine physicians, including Institute of Functional Medicine (Functionalmedicine.org), American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine (ABIHM.org/ Search-Doctors), and others which can help you make this important decision. Create your Wholistic Health Care Team!

Updating the Physician’s Bag Providers Grapple with Old Tools, New Needs by Yufang Lin

s health care about the care of health or the treatment of disease? If we take the words literally, health care should be about the care of one’s health to maintain health and wellness. However, in today’s medical system, health care is dominated by treatment of chronic diseases with everincreasing costs to the people involved. The United States spends the most in medical costs at $9,990 per person in 2015, or 17.7 cents per dollar spent; yet our country ranked 37th in health in a World Health Organization survey. Compared to 10 other developed countries, the U. S. came in last as reported in 2014 by the Commonwealth Fund. 50

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The primary reason for this disconnect is that the majority of chronic medical problems in our society stem from lifestyle issues, including nutrition, exercise, stress management, and habits such as smoking and drinking alcohol. However, these issues are rarely discussed in depth in a medical office encounter. Allopathic medical schools focus on anatomy, physiology, diseases and pharmaceuticals, but spend very little time, if any, on nutrition and stress management. While protein, carbohydrates and fats may be discussed, the quality of nutrients is not discussed in depth. While they learn that stress kills, medical students are not

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also taught tools to help themselves or patients. This trend can continue into residencies, where doctors learn how to prescribe parental nutrition—nutrition through intravenous lines—but still have to refer patients to a nutritionist for nutritional advice about common ailments such as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Despite realizing the importance of lifestyle management, most physicians become increasingly adept at diagnosing diseases and prescribing drugs while still having little knowledge about how to prevent or alleviate illness via lifestyle management. For healthcare providers, this can be frustrating. Physicians care about patients and want to help them heal, but are not given enough tools in their medical “toolkit” when they emerge from medical school. In addition, the healthcare system has changed in ways that further reduce the time doctors spend with patients, along with ever-increasing restrictions from non-medical entities such as insurance companies and corporate overseers. But there are a growing number of doctors who agree that our medical system needs drastic overhaul. In the 1980s, Dr. Jeffrey Bland and Dr. Andrew Weil independently

started movements to look at health in a more holistic, integrative and functional manner. The basic premise of their approaches is that, in order to heal a person, we have to look at individuals as a whole, not just a sum of their diseases. We need to find the root cause of illness and address each imbalance with personalized plans. The “whole person” evaluation starts with a full health history—prenatally to the present—genetic disposition, environmental exposure, and diet and exercise patterns. Since the practitioner also understands that emotion plays a huge role in our health, they look at critical life events, have they been joyful or traumatic. In addition, the physician examines how we cope with stress. Do we tend to sweat it out with exercise; talk it over with friends; or bury it with food, cigarettes and/or alcohol?

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Consider a hypothetical example: Let’s say “Joe” has high blood pressure and he smokes. He knows he should quit smoking. He may even have had transient success, but something always seems to triggers him to smoke again. If smoking is his way of coping with stress—and he hasn’t found another way to cope—a stressful event will most likely push him to fall back to what worked in the past. He may replace it with another habit, such as food or alcohol. In this scenario, the root problem (stress) of his disease (hypertension) has not been addressed, and the symptom was only controlled by the medicine. The likely consequence is that the hypertension will continue or progress, requiring more and more medication with time; Joe may continue to smoke off and on—and/or put on weight because he ate instead—and whatever pushes his button and creates his stress will continue to do so. How would a “wholistic” health care provider look at this example differently? We may start with Joe’s diet. How much salt is in his diet? Does he have enough potassium and magnesium? How much plant-based nutrition does he get daily? We may examine Joe’s sleep patterns as sleep deprivation increases blood pressure, blood sugar and stress hormone levels. What healthy stress management skills does he have now? The health care provider might then work on broadening that skillset. What kind of genetic predisposition exists for this condition? We may consider supplements and herbs to support him in this process. At the end of the day, Joe may still need some medication to help control his blood pressure, but it may be less in number and in dosage. The added benefit may be that he learns to deal with stress better, and may have been able to finally stop smoking altogether. This type of health care approach is not a passive process, but rather a team approach. A doctor acts as teacher and coach to guide us in this healing journey, but only if an individual can make the necessary changes. This may not be as easy as “a pill for every ill”, but every positive step gets us closer to an authentic health and wellness that we deserve. Connect with Yufang Lin, MD, at WCMG IntegrativeMedicine.Org or 203-920-1603.

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“Each heart image has its unique markings and patterns, just as our own heart experiences make us who we are,” explains cover artist Darlene Seale. She created Planted Hearts on an iPad using a digital painting program with a specialized stylus as her brush. “I make every stroke by hand, as if I were using traditional paint and a brush,” she says. Inspired by Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky, she shares, “I admire artists that combine unusual elements that invite the viewer in. There’s always more to explore the deeper one is willing to look.” As a child, Seale discovered color via crayons and paint, and recalls the power they gave her. “Those tools suddenly opened my eyes to so many possibilities,” she recalls. Seale’s artistic explorations are executed in a variety of media, with a primary focus on graphic design, blending art and words. She shares, “I believe art heals the heart and its creation promotes joy. For this reason, I find myself drawn to making iconic images using an abundance of color, texture and pattern.” Seale creates art and teaches art workshops in her home studio near San Diego in Fallbrook, California. She remarks, “When I make something and it evolves into art that’s quite different than what I expect, I love it. It’s both humbling and joyful.” View the artist’s portfolio at BadBirdStudio.com.

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A South Florida Paradise

ulinary arts and organic agriculture combine to make Three Sisters Farm a food paradise like no other. Owned and operated by chef and farmer (cheffarmer) Jonathan Gambino since 2012, Three Sisters Farm is a farm to table destination worth a visit. The farm grows over 80 different food varieties using natural farming techniques. Crops range from well-known food favorites like bananas and kale, to lesser-known tropical fruits such as jabuticaba and jackfruit, ensuring there is always something delicious in season at Three Sisters Farm. The certified organic five acres is in active food production year round, and seasonally open to the public for on farm dining events. Sunday Brunch on the Farm (see website for dates and to RSVP) is a wonderful way to experience the very best the farm and South Florida has to offer. A guided tour of the farm is included with each meal event, allowing guests to see exactly how and where the ingredients are grown. The experience is both educational and immersive, not to mention delicious. The menu is built upon the certified organic ingredients grown on site, making the meals outstandingly fresh and the epitome of farm to table dining. 52

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The creativity of a chef is put to good use on a small organic farm like Three Sisters Farm; indeed, it was the creativity of a chef that built it. One of the things that makes the farm as unique and wonderful as it is, comes from the fact that the majority of the food planted was grown with the intention of staying on site, to be utilized as the foundation for Gambino’s culinary enterprises. This creates a much different landscape than the farms that grow solely for the market (which is the vast majority, of both conventional and organic farms). Staple crops that support a well rounded menu, like yuca, malanga, bananas round out the garden. A mixed grove of mature tropical fruit trees is planted throughout the five acres. In the winter, various vegetable gardens are tucked in everywhere with small amounts of lots of different things – carrots, cabbage, beans, beets, tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, kale, and herbs. It’s difficult to explain how beautiful it is to be in a living food paradise, but you can get a good idea when you visit Three Sisters Farm. The dining room at Three Sisters Farm is the second floor of a tropical tiki hut that looks a little bit like a giant tree house, overlooking gardens

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and fruit trees. Seating a maximum of 40 people, events are always intimate (reservations required). In addition to hosting ticketed dinners and brunches on the farm, the tiki is also available for booking private catered events and Group Lunch Tours. Small groups (15-40 people) can book a private tour followed by a three-course farm to table lunch. In addition to hosting farm to table meal events on site, Three Sisters also brings the farm to the street every once in awhile with their farm to table food truck. The food truck menu is comprised of the same farm based ingredients, with stars like yuca fries, BBQ jackfruit sandwiches and green papaya salad. All the farm menus are largely vegetarian and always include both vegan and gluten free options. Some local seafood options are occasionally included. In addition to attending special events, the food truck serves on the farm (by announcement) next to the farm stand, which is open seasonally (Sat and Sun 10-3) selling farm grown organic produce and tropical fruit jams. Agriculturally, the farm is located in Zone 10 (subtropical South Florida) allowing us to grow year round with distinct seasons. In the summer it is too hot and wet here for growing anything except tropical fruits, with a variety and abundance of rotating delights: lychee, mango, jackfruit, pineapples and plenty of bananas. Bananas are usually always available and grow year round, as do plantains – another great farm staple crop that is under grown locally/organically and undervalued in the marketplace. Many of the things grown on the farm are more valuable as ingredients, either for the farm to table menus or value added products, like the tropical fruit jams. Making value added products like the tropical fruit jams or using the farm’s produce as ingredients for farm to table catering takes a lot of the pressure off of having to sell large quantities of highly perishable food crops. It also allows for a greater freedom when choosing what to grow to begin with. When you are growing food for your own pantry, it makes you farm and cook differently. Visit www.threesistersfarm.com or call 305-209-8335 for more information on reservations or events.

It’s All about Love

t’s all about love when it comes to using quality pure essential oils. They have the capacity to change any low vibrations such as fear and anger to higher vibrations of acceptance, peace, joy and love. A blend of essential oils works synergistically to offer healing and love to more than one aspect of a condition.

When neurons do not fire together, imbalance occurs. The fight or flight pattern, common in our culture, creates an imbalance in our immune system causing emotional and physical conditions. Every physical condition has an underlying emotional hurt or imbalance. Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), otherwise known as ‘tapping,’ and other forms of therapy along with essential oils can address and change a pattern. They “tame the brain” from experiencing anxiety and frustration to releasing anger, unhappiness, sadness or grief. Essential oils are not all created equal. Today, it seems as if every store has their brand. Many of these are made from synthetic components. The FDA has no regulation in place as to labeling. Producing companies, having only one field of certified organic plants, might use the word organic on all their labels. Medicines have been formulated from the same components that are in essential oils. Internal use should be directed by a clinical aromatherapist or healthcare practitioner trained at an appropriate clinical level. There are many horror stories of severe injury from inappropriate use. The safest and most effective way to use essential oils is to inhale them. An ultrasonic diffuser with a micromist sys-

tem is a very effective means of dispersing them into the air, bringing love and healing effects to those in its range. Immediate benefits from using quality essential oils regularly may include:  Lifting the vibration of the immune system to become more efficient  Bringing more oxygen to the blood  Releasing less cortisol (the damaging stress hormone)  Changing negative thoughts  Taming the brain for calm and refocusing  Clearing the mind from unnecessary stuff  Becoming grounded to help make better decisions  Feeling acceptance, appreciation and gratitude for life Everyone can pamper and nurture with essential oils, using them for self-care techniques such as a loving lymphatic self breast massage, detoxing foot bath or to get better quality sleep. Have fun learning about their effectiveness as they bring balance and love into your life. Joyce Sobotta has a BS in education and certifications in holistic aromatherapy and reflexology. She is the founder/owner of Healthy Girls Breast Oil, a home-based international business. She does online essential oil classes and is available for presentations and consultations. For more information, visit AromaTherapyNaturesWay.com. natural awakenings

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1 Proton Therapy: Latest Technology in Cancer Treatment - 6 - 8 pm. Dr. Chuong will discuss the most advanced radiation treatment available for cancer tumors located close to critical organs and sensitive areas. In English, with simultaneous interpreting to Spanish with advanced request. Free and open to the general public. Call 305-668-5900. Cancer Support Community, 8609 South Dixie Highway, Miami.

FEBRUARY 3 - 5

Miami International Map Fair - Peruse and purchase antique maps from some of the finest map dealers in the world. Learn about maps through a series of lectures by experts in the field and enjoy special events held throughout the weekend. Proceeds from Map Fair go toward maintaining and improving the exhibitions, educational programming and community outreach. HistoryMiami Members: $5 Non-Members: $10. History Miami, 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130,nb 305-375-1492

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URBAN YOGA FEST – 2 - 8pm The first yoga event that will take the yoga mats to the streets and combine yoga, vegetarian food, music and arts in the area of Downtown Hollywood. A mindful gathering, where you, dogs and kids will have the opportunity to join a wide variety of thoughtful experiences. call 305-509-8319 and 305-484-7077

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Eat, Pray, Love: Mala Making Workshop Create your own mala necklace made from 108 beads special knots and decorations, listen mantra music while meditate and enjoy yogi snacks. All materials provided Cost: $55 Just OM Yoga Studio, 7227 SW 57th Ct, South Miami. RSVP (305) 665-4982 Free healing session with Cristovao Brilho - 5:00 pm - Cristovao Brilho Institute - 2811 Coral Way 33145 - call 786-295-8665 must arrive by 5:00 pm Pranayama Demystified - 2pm - Learn the ancient yogic breath control tecniques that help us stay focused, calm, healthy and at peace. Register $35 - Bodhi Yoga Studio - 8664 SW 129 Ter, Miami FL 33176 - Ph 786-732-6233

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Free healing session with Cristovao Brilho - 7:00 pm - Cristovao Brilho Institute - 2811 Coral Way 33145 - call 786-295-8665 must arrive by 7:00 pm

FEBRUARY 7 & 14 Want More Energy, Less Pain, Stronger Immune Function, Better Sleep, and Passive/Residual Income with a Part-time, Home-based Business Which Earns $$$ While You Sleep? Free. 7:30--9:00pm. 14750 Biscayne Blvd, N. Miami, FL 33181 Danny 786.441.2727, text 305–297-9360

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 9 The Greater Miami Holistic Chamber of Commerce presents: February Networking Mixer “An Evening of Healing”. Speakers, mini-services, dem-

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os, and refreshments! 6:30 – 8:30PM, 2 Be Healthy, Inc., 4588 NE Second Avenue, Miami 33137. Fee Event. RSVP to 305-851-1911.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Starts 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Betsy Mullins, Just OM Yoga Studio, 7227 SW 57th Ct, South Miami. More Info (305) 665-4982 SoMi Artwalk, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Visit us and check out amazing artwork while enjoying a glass of wine and snacks before you go visit the other galleries in the area for a fun night of art in our great neighborhood. FREE EVENT. Just OM Yoga Studio, 7227 SW 57th Ct, South Miami. RSVP (305) 665-4982

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Kitchen of Life: The benefits of Raw Foods – 4-5 pm. Polina Elimelakh, Private Raw Food Chef, Certified Health Coach and Raw Nutrition Specialist will discuss the benefits of Raw Food cuisine: what to avoid, food combining and the overall effect of what we eat in our daily lives. Join us at VigorMe, 3749 NE 163rd Street, NMB, FL 33160. Free. RSVP (305) 333-3315. Yoga Philosophy workshop - 2pm -What is yoga? What is a yogic lifestyle and how can we apply some of its wisdom to our daily life. Register $35 - Bodhi Yoga Studio - 8664 SW 129 Ter, Miami FL 33176 - Ph 786-732-6233

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Barnacle Under Moonlight- A monthly concert held on full moon nights at the Barnacle Historic State Park in Coconut Grove, 3485 Main Highway. Bring a picnic, bring your friends and enjoy a lovely evening. Gates open at 6 pm. Music lasts from 7-9 pm. No pets and no alcohol are allowed. $7 for ages 10+, $3 for ages 6 - 9; and those under 6 are free. 305-442-6866.

FEBRUARY 14 & 28 Tibetan Institute and Library members will continue to study “From here to Enlightenment” by His Holiness the 14th Dalailama 6:30 - 7:45 p.m., at South Miami Library, 6000 Sunset Drive, South Miami, FL 33143, contact 305-667-6121 or 305-271-2772. Free and open to Public. Free parking at South Miami City Hall parking lot.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 PATH February Meeting: Conquering Disease with Living Food. Guest Speaker Brian Clement, PhD. 7pm - Find out how to conquer disease and live a long, healthy life with a vegan living food diet. Beth David Congregation Ballroom. 2625 SW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33129. PATH Info Line 305-275-3958.

FEBRUARY 16 - 20 Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail - Miami International Boat Show is one of the largest boat shows in the world. View the showcases of more than 2,000 exhibitors, including the latest powerboats, sailboats, engines, electronics and accessories. Events are held at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Strictly Sail, the sailing section of the show, is held at Marina at Bayside.

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Art Wynwood - completely reflective of the District’s cutting edge and dynamic environment, highlighting its hallmark street art and murals. Free shuttle buses will run every 30 minutes from the Marriott Marquis, and the Yacht & Brokerage Show at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami BeachArt Wynwood Pavillion at the Wynwood Art District - 3101 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL 33137 (formerly the Art Miami Pavillion), One day fair pass $25, Multi-day $55, Students 12-18 $15, Seniors $15, under 12 Free

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Creative Journaling as a Therapeutic Tool in Cancer Survivorship - 7 – 8:30 pm. Certified Poetry Therapist, Barbara Kreisberg will use guided writing and relaxation to facilitate the development of creativity and self-reflection that awakens and nurtures the self. Cancer patients and survivors are welcome. Call 305-668-5900. Cancer Support Community, 8609 South Dixie Highway, Miami.

FEBRUARY 18 - 20 Coconut Grove Arts Festival- Meet with exhibiting artists, sample fine cuisine, enjoy live entertainment and take a walk through history. 3390 Mary St, South Bayshore Dr. in Downtown Coconut Grove. $10 per person per day. Children 12 & under, Metrorail Golden Passport and Patriot Passport holders are free. 3-day passes available for $17. Residents of Coconut Grove in the 33133 zip code can enjoy the Festival all 3 days for $5 with a 33133 pass (proof of residency required)

FEBRUARY 18 & 19 Kite Day at Haulover Beach - This family-friendly event offers free kiting activities for all ages, such as kite-building classes, kite-flying demonstrations and kite competitions. Expect to see a return of the “monster kites” including a 100-foot squid, a 30-foot scuba man, a 30-foot Nemo and more. Haulover Beach Park, 10800 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

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Presents “Vessels of Grace & The Graces of Aging” A wonderful and moving lecture demonstration performance of mature women sharing their discoveries in this journey of aging through movement and dance. Sunday February 19th 2:30-3:30pm Sun Light Community Church 477 SW Cashmere Blvd. Port St. Lucie, FL Donation $10.00 A charitable event for the Homeless Veterans of Port St. Lucie For additional information 786-512-8783 www.anaboltturrall.com & Instagram boltpilatesanddance

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Chinese New Year Festival - 11:00 am to 6:00 pm - Chinese New Year is the largest festival in the Asian community calendar. Colorful celebrations featuring Lion Dances and Dragon Parades as well as cultural performances will take place over the traditional fifteen day holiday period all throughout South Florida. The largest celebration takes place at Miami Dade College, Kendall campus, jointly

hosted by the Confucius Institute and the Chinese Cultural Foundation in Miami. Miami Dade College Kendall Fred Shaw Plaza, 11011 S.W. 104th St. Miami, $10/ adults, $5/children 6-12, under 5 Free

well as landscapes of lush exotics and salt-tolerant seascapes. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presented by the Upper Keys Garden Club. Tickets are available for a $25 donation. 305-332-0535

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The Greater Miami Holistic Chamber of Commerce presents February Signature Event: Featured speakers and panelists from the Miami holistic community. 6:30 – 8:30PM, The Center for Social Change, 2103 Coral Way, Miami 33145. $5 members, $10 nonmembers. 305-851-1911

FEBRUARY 22 - 26 South Beach Wine & Food Festival: Join your favorite Food Network hosts including Rachael Ray, Emeril Lagasse, Bobby Flay, Tyler Florence and many more for cooking demos and book signings at the American Express Grand Tasting Tents. Visit the web site for a complete listing of events and to purchase tickets. Various locations throughout South Beach. 877-762-3933

Winter Star Party – Approximately 600 astronomers from around the world gather to view southern constellations, comets and stars in the Lower Keys’ clear night skies – virtually the only place in the continental U.S. where they can be viewed. Lectures, programs and workshops round out the event. 1-800872-3722, Camp Wesumkee, 34200 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key, Florida 33043-3516

FEBRUARY 25 - 26 Gigantic Nautical Flea Market - The Gigantic Nautical Flea Market is a super place to get great bargains on boating fishing, diving, and nautical themed gear with over 200 vendors. The event raises money for college scholarships for Upper Keys youth. The event starts each morning by 8AM with a $5 all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, so get there early and spend the day. 305-712-1818 Annual Old Island Days Festival - Free. The art show is a highlight of Key West’s Old Island Days, a celebration of local arts, culture and history that began in 1960 under the auspices of the Old Island Restoration Foundation. Fine art aficionados can discover the work of approximately 100 artists. Whitehead and Caroline Streets, in the Old Town district. 1-305-294-1243.

FEBRUARY 24 - 25 South Miami Rotary Art Festival - 10am- 6pm. Free. Proceeds from the show fund Rotary scholarships as well as international and local community service projects. 5750 SW 72 ST. (between Red Road and US1 in South Miami) Contact 305-769-5977.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25 OM Party OM, 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Celebrate community and our 3rd anniversary with us. Food, music, special fun activities and raffles. FREE EVENT. Just OM Yoga Studio, 7227 SW 57th Ct, South Miami, 33143. RSVP (305) 665-4982

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Open House With Free Skin Analysis at Miami Natural Skincare. Get your skincare questions answered and learn how to take care of your skin naturally. Please send a text to 305-702-0272 to reserve your free 30 minute consultation for Feb 26 between 10am and 6pm. Free product samples. 975 W 41 Street, Suite #409, Miami Beach, FL, 33140.

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Connected Warriors - Free Yoga Classes for Veterans and Families of Veterans - 3pm at Brickell Hot Yoga 301 SW 17th Rd, 33129 856-1387.

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Free orientations for PTS and pain relief with discount services for military or vets. The Banyan Holistic Call 305-663-5696 to schedule

lic Service Personnel - Hirooka Surf & Sport, 2377 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL. 954-444-3942

sunday Shiva’s Circle of Fire: Yoga and Meditation in Motion. 3:00pm - 5:00pm. 1760 NE 144th St, North Miami, FL 33181. Call to schedule. 305.710.0516. Donation only. Women Only – Free Chi gong for cancer survivors and voice lessons for healing and empowerment. 2:30 - 4:30, N & S Miami locations. Call 305-948-6878 Dharma Meetings – 2pm. Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Center 3239 West Trade Ave. Unit 10, Coconut Grove. FREE. 305-775-7541. Jazzercise® - $5. 10am. South Miami Community Center 5800 SW 66 St. Call Cathie 305-666-5457. Miami Center for Spiritual Living- 10:30amFree. Non-denominational. 2490 Coral Way, Miami, 786-206-6355. Sunday Services at SOUL Church – 11am at the SOUL Service at the Elks Lodge, 6304 SW 78th St in South Miami. Free pot-luck lunch. 305-221-6516.

monday Mindfulness for Stress Alleviation - $20/session 6 to 7:20 pm - 260 Palermo Ave, # 12 Coral Gables 33155. Changes guaranteed after 4 sessions. Course in Miracles - 8pm. Free. 7855 SW Coral Way. Contact Mercedes 786-200-8410 or Nimia 305-261-3190. Connected Warriors Free Yoga for Veterans, Service Members and Families. 5:30-6:15 pm Sampoorna Yoga Miami, 10107 Sunset Drive, Miami, FL 33173

Bereavement & Grief Support- 7pm, during school year. Children’s Bereavement Center, 7600 S. Red Rd, Suite 307. To register: 305-668-4902. Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)- Bilingual Support group. 305-666-1778. Self-Defense for Women classes- Free. Also Wed. 7:15 – 8:30 pm at Bayfront park in Miami. 305-358-7550

tuesday Stretch and Relaxation Class 1-2PM SoBe Kick 1860 West Ave. 2nd Floor. South Beach 33139. $10. First class is free. 917-446-2965 American Buddhist Inspired Meditation – 6 7:45pm – Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 7701 SW 76th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33637. Bob 305-234-0610 Support group for Anxiety and Depression -7:30 to 9:00 pm $30 fee, Zenith Miami Counseling and Coaching Center 1392 SW 22nd Terr, Miami FL 33145 (2nd floor) Dr. M. Cheour at 786-230-6591.

Free Acupuncture for Combat Veterans – 1-2pm, Acupuncture Center for Wellness, Inc., 16663 NE 19 Avenue, Suite 111, North Miami Beach, Fl. 33162, (305) 940-7763. Healing With Dance - South Miami Hospital for physical limitations from illness/surgery. No experience necessary. 9:30-10:30am. $5. 786-662-8106. Jazzercise® - $5. M&W 6:30pm. South Miami Community Center 5800 SW 66 St. classes available all week. Call Cathie 305-666-5457. Meditation for overall well-being- 7:30- 9pm. 8150 SW 92 St, Miami. 786-556-7318. Donation. Healing Meditation – 6pm – American Apothecary, $5, 12232 SW 132 CT. Miami, FL 33186, 305-598-2822

Are you a VET living with PTS? If so, call Banyan Holistic Healthcare Center for help, Miami Lakes or Pinecrest location. Call now to schedule, (305) 663-5696.

Music listening therapy program Free to Veterans with PTS and anxiety related issues - For more information please call 786.453.7722

Laughter Yoga Sessions - $5.00 each - 9:30-10:15 AM, North Shore Youth Center 501 72nd Street, Miami Beach 33141, 305-861-3616.

Massage Relief for Combat Veterans - 50% off therapeutic massages for our combat service personnel. Call 305-351-0819. Shala Spa 1119 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach.

Guided Meditation - All levels welcome- 7 pmDonations-3390 Mary Street Suite 116, Coconut Grove- Please RSVP 305-607-8627

Military Mondays at Hirooka’s - 50% off Kitesurfing or Paddleboarding for all Military and Pub-

Hatha Yoga – 6-7:30pm – Free - King David Foundation, 17971 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL Suite #117. Bennett - 305-949-0950.

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Drub-Dhe Meditation- 7:25-9:30pm. Free-donations are welcome. Regency House 353 West 47th St., Flat 7A, Miami Beach. Contact: Robert Phuntsog Ngo-drub 305-213-2577.

Yoga and Meditation Class – 7 – 7:45. Free. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way. RSVP Lawrence 305-926-3578.

Power of Meditation – 9 - 9:45pm – 2 & 4 Monday. Conference Call – 312-757-3121 code: 698805965. Free. nd

Free Veterans Sailing – with Team Paradise, the Paralympic Sport Club of Miami. 12 – 12pm Team Paradise Sailing, Inc. 2620 S. Bayshore Drive, Miami 33133. 305-776-8778.

Aromatherapy Workshop – 6PM – Free. For reservations, 305 598-2822. American Apothecary of Kendall 12232 SW 132 Court, Miami FL

Stretch and Relaxation Class 1-2PM SoBe Kick 1860 West Ave. 2nd Floor. South Beach 33139. $10. First class is free. 917-446-2965 Connected Warriors Free Yoga for Veterans, Service Members and Families. Chair Yoga – 1011am - Sampoorna Yoga Miami, 10107 Sunset Drive, Miami, FL 33173 Introduction to Bach Flowers - 3rd Thursdays 10 am-11:30 am - Free - 3390 Mary Street Suite 116, Coconut Grove- Please RSVP 305-607-8627 Nutrition Solutions for IBS, Fibromyalgia, Arthritis & Migraines - $15, 7-8PM, Coral Gables, Alison Grewal, RD: 786-546-6800. Weekly Yoga Classes $10 per Class! - 5:30-

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6:45pm Five Sisters…a spiritual journey. 8805 SW 132 ST, 786-250-4170 Postpartum Yoga at Key Biscayne, 10:15 - $20, 305-299-7826 Laughter Yoga Sessions - $5.00 each - 9:30-10:15 AM, North Shore Youth Center 501 72nd Street, Miami Beach 33141, 305-861-3616.

friday Monthly Yoga Class for Special Needs Teens Limited Space Call to Reserve - 4:00 - 4:45pm 3rd Fridays - Just OM Yoga Studio, 7227 SW 57th Ct, South Miami. (305) 665-4982 Overeathers Anonymous - 7:30 pm (South, Steps/ Traditions) Don’t Eat No Matter What Group. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 10700 SW 56 St, Miami, 33165, Room 9. Michael (305-815-2733) Monthly Free Reiki Healing Circle - 2nd Friday of the month at Five Sisters…a spiritual journey, 8805 SW 132 ST, 786-250-4170 Chair massage – 5-9pm - Enjoy 5 minute complementary chair massage every Friday Pecan’s Day Spa, 305-284-8636, 7800 SW 57th Ave Suite 120, Miami, FL 33143. Free Acupuncture for Combat Veterans – 1-2pm, Acupuncture for Wellness Center, Inc., 7550 SW 57th Avenue, Suite 116, South Miami, FL 33143, 305-669-6699. Dharma Meetings – 8pm. Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Center 3239 West Trade Ave., Unit 10, Coconut Grove. FREE. 305-775-7541. Family Night- 3rd Friday of the month. 3-9pm. Free admission & parking. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 Macarthur Cswy. 305-373-5437. Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) - Free jazz concerts on the last Fri. Joan Lehman Building, 770 NE 125 St. 305-893-6211. Coral Gables Art Walk – An art walk centered around downtown Coral Gables, with all the galleries between Miracle Mile and Ponce de Leon Rd. Free trolly transportation.

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Yoga Therapy for 50+ - 10am-11:15am - 1760 N.E. 144th St, North Miami, FL 33181. Call to schedule. 305.710.0516. $10.00 Donation. Yoga with Drishti- 9:00 am - at Biscayne Park Recreation Center, 11400 NE 9th Court. 305-335-7618. Lincoln Road Art Walk- 1st Sat. of the month. 7-10pm. 40+ local artists, museums and galleries in South Beach. ArtCenter/South Florida 800, 810 & 924 Lincoln Road. 305-674-8278. Open House/Exhibitions – 2nd Sat. Meet ArtSouth studio artists & staff. Free. Refreshments. 240 North Krome Ave. 305-247-9406. Miami Art Museum - 1pm. Free. 2nd Sat. 101 West Flagler St. 305-375-3000. Yoga-Style* Exercise, Prenatal - South Miami Hospital. 10:45 am-12:15 p.m. and 5:30-7pm. $10. 786-662-8106.

Mothers and Babies Group - for new moms, their babies and expecting mothers. Free. 1-3 p.m. Healthy Start, Gato Bldg, 1100 Simonton St., Key West. 1-305-293-7516 or 1-305-293-7511.

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Ancient Indian Meditation - 6:30-8:30pm. 1-305-292-6958.

Big Pine Key Flea Market- 8am. South of the only traffic light in town on U.S. 1. Family Swim YMCA. 2-4pm. $3 Adults, $2 Kids. FKCC swimming pool. 1-305-295-9622. Movies at The Spiritual Garden - Spiritual up lifting movies. 1st and 3rd Sun. 7pm. Good will offering is $5. Unitarian Universalist fellowship 801 Georgia St. 1-305-394-2005. Nightly Sunset Celebration - Free. Enjoy a spectacular sunset entertained by the various carnival performers and vendors. Mallory Square, Key West. 1-305-292-7700.

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Cardio-Sculpting Class 8:30-9:20am. Pirate Wellness Center, MM21.4 Cudjoe Key. 1-305744-3348 Aerobic Dance - 1-1:55pm. CoffeMill Dance. 916 Pohalski St. 1-305-296-9982.

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SW Community Farmers’ Market- in Tropical Park, 7900 Bird Rd. Every Saturday, 9:00am3:00pm. 305- 663- 0917. EBT/SNAP welcome. Free Monthly Reiki Healing Circle - 5:30-7:00 pm - Call for dates - Just OM Yoga Studio, 7227 SW 57th Ct, South Miami. (305) 665-4982

Healing Yoga/Meditation – 9am. donation The Village Square, MM81 Bayside. 1-305-853-1003. Free Guided Relaxation Class - 7 -8 PM at Islamorada Fitness MM 85.9 bayside. Bring a towel or exercise mat and a pillow. (Sponsored by Keys To Peace. 305-619-0534.

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Stories for Children - 10:30am. Key Largo Library, 101485 US1. 1-305-451-2396. Also Thur, 10:30am, Stories for children ages 2 ½ -6. Meditation- Free. 7pm. Unity Church, 9591 Overseas Highway, Marathon. Tai Chi – 7pm. $15. Coffee Mill Dance and Yoga Studio, 916 Pohalski St, Key West, 1-305-2969982; 1-305-735-3519.

wednesday Tai Chi for Inner Harmony - 9:30-11am on Sugarloaf Key. Call Lydia at 1-305-745-2811. Toddler Playtime Stories- Ages 10 months to 2 years and their caregivers. Free. 10:30am12:30pm. Key West Library, 700 Fleming Street, Key West. 1-305-292-3595.

thursday The Long Walk Home Interactive Workshops for Veterans & Family– 6 – 7:30pm – Free – Transition to Civilian Life. Open to public. 97.671 Overseas Hwy. Oceanside. 305-504-3795

friday Salsa Dance Lessons- 7:30-9pm. Paradise Health & Fitness. 1796 N.Roosevelt Blvd. 305-296-6348.

saturday Healing Yoga/Meditation – 9am. $10 Islander Resort, MM82.1 Oceanside. 1-305-664-2031 Family Hour- For children of all ages. Free. 1pm. Key West Library, 700 Fleming St, Key West. 1-305-292-3595. Story Hour - ages 5 years & up. 10:30-11:30am. Games & stories. Marathon Library, 3251 Overseas Hwy. 1-305-743-5156. Key West WPA Walking Tour – Old Town Key West. 10am. $20. 1-305-296-3573.

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On Brickell since 2001, Dr. Jaskiel doesn’t see a large number of patients for good reason. “I like to give everybody their set time, on time.” Free parking & Valet parking. Office open Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. All Major insurance accepted. See ad, page 23.

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