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39 Sensitivity as a Blessing

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fter the late comedian and actor Robin Williams, as John Keating in the movie Dead Poets Society (1989), used the phrase Carpe Diem (“Carpe diem. Seize the day, boys. Make your lives extraordinary”), justifiably it erupted and gained a lot of traction. The phrase began to appear on everything from t-shirts and notepads to everything in between. And as of today, the phrase still retains its extraordinary significance in popular culture. Recently, as I was helping a friend search online for a new home we came across a listing’s pictures whose owner had 4 foot high letters on the wall spelling out this phrase. It spread from the family room to the dining room making it an impressive sight to see. And the phrase couldn’t have been a more poignant message for what she was going through at the time. Carpe Diem roughly translates to “Seize the day”, a phrase most understand as encouraging someone to make the most out of the present moment without little thought to the future. It comes from the Roman poet Horace’s book 1, Odes (23 BC). The original Ode reads carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero which translates into Seize the day, trust as little as possible in tomorrow (future). Although this Ode means different things to different people, this notion that has shaped our culture of living life like there’s no tomorrow is incorrect. The true spirit of this old-philosophy has been hijacked. Carpe Diem, as Horace expressed in his poem is not about ignoring the future as much as it is about realizing that without taking action today your future won’t be what you expect or plan. In other words, do all you can today for a better tomorrow! Taking action to shape our own future is not as hard as it sounds. For me is all about saying yes to life, showing up, and living each moment. It’s about lovingly recognizing and dissolving any resistance that keeps me bound and procrastinating. For the masses, in today’s atmosphere it involves seizing the opportunity to effect change through protests, gatherings and voting. Bringing it closer to home good examples include getting healthier by adopting healthier eating and exercise habits, saving for the future, making the time to take up studying or read that novel you’ve been putting off, making a change in career to something you’ll be happy to wake up to on a daily basis, or finding a new home; all actions which help you today to build that better tomorrow. Personally I like to add another aspect to this equation; Kindness. How are you reaching for that tomorrow, aggressively or through love, trust and kindness? Acts of love and kindness don’t just benefit the ones you gift, but research shows it also helps your own mental health. The results of random acts of love and kindness include inner calm, lower blood pressure and clarity of mind, as well as strengthening of your immune system. This Thanksgiving, as you gather with family and friends, share the meaning of Carpe Diem. Get the conversation started on how you can spread this inspiring aphorism. Together, take the next step to create the change to a more loving, peaceful era filled with kindness. At the end of the day, we are all citizens of Mother Earth on a path of creating a better tomorrow for ourselves and future generations.

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Mind, Body, Soul Unite at 35th Miami Book Fair

he place to expand your mind is at the 35th Miami Book Fair. For eight days - November 11-18 - downtown Miami becomes the place to be- to read and learn, explore and discover ourselves and others. You’ll find such mind-expanding, eye opening authors like South Florida’s Daoist Monk Yunrou, offering up answers to organically thread together personal direction with social and political action in Mad Monk Manifesto. Helping to look into ourselves is Heather Havrilesky (What If This Were Enough?) an impassioned essay collection that tackles our obsession with self-improvement, Gabrielle Birkner and Rebecca Soffer will share their brutally honest and inspiring Modern Loss, helping us confront the humanity (and mortality) we all share. In this age of unprecedented virtual connectedness, isolation has become a worldwide epidemic. Discussing living lives of meaning will be Dr. Marc Agronin, The End of Old Age: Living a Longer, More Purposeful Life, Ingrid Fetell Lee (Where Joy Hides and How to Find It), John Leland (Happines is A Choice You Make) and Daybreaker founder Radha Agrawal (Belong: Find Your People, Create Community, and Live a More Connected Life) all of whom will discuss how to have control over the quality of our lives. 35th Miami Book Fair, Sun., Nov. 11- 18- Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus 300 N.E. 2nd Ave. Tickets $8. Free parking: Building #7, between N.E. 1st and 2nd Avenues, and between N.E. 5th and 6th Streets.

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nited HomeCare®, a non-profit, home and community care company, serving frail elderly and disabled adults, is offering a free Stress–Busting Program (SBP) for Family Caregivers of Persons with Alzheimer’s or Related Dementias. The program aims to improve the quality of life of family caregivers who are caring for a family member or friend with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. Led by Guadalupe Rodriguez, a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in elder care and family caregiving supports, the Stress-Busting Program offers (9) sessions focusing on education, supports, problem-solving, and stress management. A holistic approach is used to address the emotional, physical, spiritual, and cognitive needs of the family caregivers. Participants meet weekly for 90 minute sessions in small groups. Family Caregivers will receive a handbook, meditation CD and relaxation strategies DVD to keep and take home. Upon completion of the Program, participants receive a certificate of completion. Respite Service is offered to Family Caregivers that need someone to stay at home with their loved one, while they attend the sessions. For more information, please inquire about our Platinum Care Options service. Registration is NOW open. To register, please call Guadalupe Rodriguez, LCSW at 305.716.0834 or email grodriguez@unitedhomecare.com. This program is funded with support from the United Way of MiamiDade. For more information about United HomeCare®, an Impact Partner of the United Way, visit www.unitedhomecare.com.

Premiere of Sharkwater Extinction

he 33rd Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival Presents the Florida Premiere of Sharkwater Extinction Rob Stewart, the late director of Sharkwater Extinction, who lost his life in the Florida Keys while completing the film, devoted his life to saving sharks. Without them, our oceans, which provide 70 percent of the air we breathe, will be destroyed. Sharkwater Extinction is a thrilling journey that follows Stewart and his team as they dive deep into the massive illegal shark fin industry and the conspiracy that is leading to the extinction of sharks. Emmy-award winning underwater cinematographer, Andy Casagrande, who worked with Stewart, states that the film’s goal is to better inform people in the hope it leads to more regulations. “Every time you buy something, you’re voting to support a certain lifestyle, and when people start removing things from an ecosystem, it cascades and hurts us.” He added that shark is hidden in items consumers wouldn’t suspect like makeup, supplements, even some mislabeled fish at restaurants. Stewart’s parents will present the Rob Stewart Environmental Award to another film at FLiFF, Poisoning Paradise, produced and directed by Keely Shaye Brosnan and Teresa Tico with executive producer Pierce Brosnan. Screening takes place at 8 p.m., November 17, at Bailey Hall at Broward College, 3501 S.W. Davie Road, Davie. For more information visit FLiFF.com.

Arts & Holistic Festival

n Sunday, December 2nd add a free unique, creative, fun and transformational consciousconsumer expo for the entire family to your TO-DO list! With Conscious Bazaar, Short Talks, Therapies, Healthy Living information, Workshops, Yoga & Outdoor Wellness sessions, Games, Art, Music and so much more, you’ll complete your holiday gift list in no time! Taking place at the Curtiss Mansion from 11:00am until 6:00pm, this event will be a very different kind of holistic experience, with kind, fun, creative, expansive, supportive, presenting a celebration of pure love, human empowerment, spirituality, well-being and arts. It will feature the most diverse group of leaders and providers focusing on all areas of art and holistic wellness, including beautiful original Artistic Paintings, Reiki Healing, Aromatherapy, Astrology, Bio Energy, Crystal Healing, Quantum Healing, Color Therapy, Numerology, Cranial sacral Therapy, Reflexology, Meditation, Reconnection, Neuroscience, Laughter Yoga, Shamanic Healing, Angel Therapy, Yoga, Aura Reading, Feng Shui, Henna Tatoos, Intuitive Arts, Jewelry, Metaphysics, Readings, Spirit Art, Medicine Music, Drumming Circle Spiritual Enlightenment, Nutritional Products and Coaching, Crafts, Fashion, Cosmetic and much more under one roof! All top practitioners, healers, artists, performers, best brands, holistic centers and organizations throughout South Florida.

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OceanFest is Here!

ark your calendar for November 10, to attend South Florida’s first ever zero-waste festival focused on “Everything under the Sea!” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Anne Kolb Nature Center, in Hollywood. Co-hosted by Audubon of Fort Lauderdale, OceanFest is an expo-style event with the objective of increasing public awareness about the ocean threats that plague our communities. This is a call-to-action to ride the waves of change and join in a fun-filled day. Waves of fun include exploring Reef Village; having your photo taken with real-life mermaids; raffles and giveaways; games; edible delights; music; artisans’ village; educational demos and more! The mission is to spread awareness about conservation issues in a fun and exciting way. Attend and help make a difference. Theme-based educational and/or exhibitor spaces may still be available at this printing. For more information, visit Broward.org/Parks/Rentals/Pages/VendorInformation.aspx. If you cannot attend but would like to support, OceanFest is accepting goods and services for their raffle and goodie bags. They thank you for any support you may provide. Location: 751 Sheridan St., Hollywood. For more information, call 954-357-5113 or visit OceanFest@ Broward.org. November 2018

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Kids’ Pollinator Parade on Green Day

n Saturday, November 3, 2018, join the children’s efforts for a nontoxic solution to pests and weed control at the Annual Miami Shores Green Day street fair. The event seeks to empower youth, educate the public about the importance of pollinators and urge more municipalities to move to integrated pest management, as the City of North Miami is doing. The family-friendly event, which starts at the Bound by Beauty booth, will include music by drummer Ryan Hecker, FREE FACE PAINTING from 3:30-4:30pm by artist Lisa Hernandez and FREE KAZOOS for the first ten kids to arrive. Attendees may bring signs or artwork about protecting pollinators and musical instruments of their own to play. Pollinator costumes are highly encouraged. Besides the fun kids parade you can expect thousands of attndees and hundreds of exhibitors, food, live music, shopping and a celebration of all things green and environmentally friendly. The Pollinator Parade is a collaborative effort between Pesticide-Free Miami Shores, Bound by Beauty and Inspiration Pollination. Pesticide-Free Miami Shores is an offshoot of Pesticide Free Miami, a coalition working towards local policy banning harmful pesticides and herbicides in public spaces. Bound by Beauty is a non-profit that inspires, creates and connects butterfly habitats in Miami Shores and beyond. Inspiration Pollination is a nationwide collective that uses art to connect the public with the plight of pollinators. The Pollinator Parade will march down 2nd Ave. at Green Day Miami Shores from 4:30-5pm, between 95th and 100th Streets. For more information, please visit the event invitation on Facebook or email inspirationpollination@gmail.com

Street Fair

ecember is a perfect time for street fairs. On Sunday December 2nd, join the fun at the Chanukah Community Street Fair in North Miami. Open to boys and girls ages 0-120, this FREE event includes roaming entertainment, circus shows, live performances, food court, holiday boutique, hourly-prize giveaway and grand menorah lighting! Additionally you’ll find laser tag, game truck, rides, Mater Holiday Boutique, bounce house, and an amazing vehicle display. With the purchase of a wristband ($12 online at chabadchayil.org/fair) you can enjoy unlimited laser tag, game truck, rides, cotton candy, bounce houses, face painting and balloon art. Fair will be on Sunday, December 2nd, from 2:00 to 6:00pm, at N.E. 211th Terrace, Miami, between Dixie Highway and N.E. 26th Street. For Wristbands, Early Bird Specials, Group Rates and more information, call 305-770-1919 or visit ChabadChayil.org/fair. Free Parking at Aventura Waterways K-8. Chabad Chayil - Highland Lakes Jewish Center, 2601 N.E. 211 Terrace, North Miami Beach. 10

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alling every level of Miami’s cycling community! On Saturday, November 17th, join hundreds of your fellow cyclist and get ready to pedal, shop, and have fun at the Cranksgiving Miami ride benefiting the Camillus House. Cranksgiving Miami is a food drive on wheels. Participants of all levels and skills ride with others to local grocery stores to purchase specified non-perishable items for those in need during the holiday season. Each participant is asked to spend a minimum of $10-$15 worth of food which will be donated to the Camillus House at the ride’s conclusion. The ride begins at Jose Marti Park in Little Havana, 351 N.W. 4th Avenue at 2:00 pm, and it is approximately 10 - 18 miles long depending on the route select. Riders go to the grocery store checkpoints and buy the non-perishable food items from their checklist (received at registration). Ride ends by 6:00 pm, most riders are back by 5:00 pm. Prizes and giveaways for participants and fastest finishers will be awarded. Registration begins at 2pm at the park. No registration fee. A bike, lock, and bag or basket to carry purchased goods is required. Racing is not required, anyone can simply participate by riding with a group and visiting the checkpoints at their own pace. Prizes will be awarded to the most charitable. Organizations and corporations are encouraged to form teams and sport your team t-shirts. Established by the Little Brothers of the Good Shepherd in 1960, Camillus House has provided humanitarian services to the indigent and homeless populations of MiamiDade County, Florida for more than 50 years. Administrative Offices, 1603 NW 7th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136. More information at www.themiamibikescene. com or RSVP on Facebook and share the event with friends and family. All bikes and ages welcome. And don’t forget to hang around for the after party - 10th Year Anniversary.

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Florida Honey Bees Need Our Help

n Wednesday, October 10th, Hurricane Michael hit the Florida panhandle as a category 4 storm. After landfall, it briefly strengthened, and 155 mile per hour winds prompted an extreme wind warning in Florida and Georgia. Not only were many homes, buildings, and roads destroyed, but the hurricane’s 155 mph winds also decimated the state’s flowering plant life. Honey bees have nothing to eat with countless trees, bushes, and flowers flattened. After Hurricane Irma hit Florida in 2017, at least 75,000 of Florida’s 600,000 bee colonies were affected. Thousands of bees died of starvation, and their colonies collapsed. GreaterGood.org’s Rescue Bank program has partnered with the Florida State Beekeepers Association and the Florida State Department of Agriculture to get more than a billion bees what they need—Sugar Syrup. Honey bees don’t just produce honey. These bees are a crucial part of our environment and the economy—in Florida and across the country. Honey bees in the US pollinate $15 billion worth of crops a year, including citrus, berry, melon, stone fruit, and almond crops. Many hives travel across the country, from Maine to California. One hive might move as many as 22 times across nearly 100,000 miles during the course of a year. The bees need to build up strength for their cross-country trek, so they spend winters in Florida’s warm climate. Jennifer Holmes, president of the Florida State Beekeepers Association, says that honey bees from neighboring states—and some from as far as Michigan and Wisconsin—are currently in Florida. October is the beginning of the winter season for the bees, which is why Hurricane Michael was so catastrophic for Florida beekeepers. It hit at the worst time as they’re trying to rest and feed their hives. Now, these beekeepers are racing to make sure the hives don’t starve. Sugar syrup is the crucial lifeline that beekeepers need to keep these colonies alive after the hurricane. Seven tankers filled with sugar syrup are being sent to the impacted areas, saving honey bees from starvation. YOU CAN HELP. Every dollar is important to cover the cost of the tankers. A gift of just $15 will feed 25 colonies (over a million honey bees) for a day. Your gift will go directly to providing food for honey bees before they starve — donate today by visiting greatergood.org and joining the #billionbeechallenge!

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Eating Well Protects Hearing A healthy diet can lower the risk of moderate to severe hearing loss by 30 percent or more, conclude researchers from Harvard Medical School’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Studying the diets of 33,000 women for 22 years, they found that hearing was better retained among those that ate closer to the Mediterranean Diet—with more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, fish and virgin olive oil. The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, high in fruits and vegetables and low-fat dairy, as well as low in sodium, also was associated with better hearing. 12

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Raw fruit and vegetables are better for mental health than canned, cooked or otherwise processed produce, report researchers from New Zealand’s University of Otago. Their survey of more than 400 young adults from their country and the U.S., published in Frontiers in Psychology, found a correlation between eating raw produce and measures of psychological well-being, positive mood and life satisfaction. “The cooking and processing of produce likely limits the delivery of nutrients that are essential for optimal emotional functioning,” says co-author Tamlin Conner, Ph.D. The top 10 raw foods for mental health are carrots, bananas, apples, dark leafy greens, grapefruit, lettuce, other citrus, berries, cucumbers and kiwis.

Early-stage breast cancer can be accurately detected via a simple breath test and urine sample, report researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, in Israel. Using electronic nose sensors and gas-chromatography mass spectrometry to analyze breath and urine, respectively, they were able to identify biomarkers for breast cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer for women worldwide. “Our new approach… with inexpensive, commercially available processes, is non-invasive, accessible and may be easily implemented in a variety of settings,” says study co-author Yehuda Zeiri, Ph.D. Mammography, the common screening test for breast cancer, is typically 75 to 85 percent accurate, a figure that drops for full-bodied women and those with dense breast tissue. Dual-energy digital mammography is more accurate, but increases radiation exposure, and MRIs are more expensive. The Israeli research, published in the journal Computers in Biology and Medicine, compared breath and urine samples taken from 85 women with breast cancer and 81 healthy women. The electronic e-nose device, picking up on a unique breath pattern, detected cancer cells accurately 95 percent of the time. The urine test proved 85 percent accurate. “With further study, it may also be possible to analyze exhaled breath and urine samples to identify other cancer types, as well,” says Zeiri.

Pumpkin Compounds Inhibit Cancer Growth In addition to being tasty, autumn’s pumpkin pie may also help prevent cancer. Two studies have confirmed the ability of certain nutrients in pumpkins to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. Researchers from the Italian Institute of Food Science found that carotenoid compounds from pumpkins delayed the growth of human colorectal cancer and bone cancer cells by an average of 40 percent. In China, Harbin Medical University researchers found that a polysaccharide compound from pumpkins halted the growth of human liver cancer cells.

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Air Pollution Harms Developing Brains Fetal exposure to air pollution, even at levels considered safe by current standards, has been linked by Dutch researchers to thinning of the outer layer of a child’s brain and later cognitive difficulties. Following 783 children ages 6 through 10, the researchers concluded those brain abnormalities contributed in part to impulsiveness that could lead to addictive behavior and attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder.

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Aerobic Fitness Helps Prevent Word Loss Tip-of-the-tongue word loss, an aggravation for many seniors and other adults, occurs less frequently in those with higher levels of aerobic fitness, regardless of age or vocabulary, reports a study of 56 men and women from the UK’s University of Birmingham. Lead researcher Katrien Segaert also clarified that tip-of-the-tongue word loss is not associated with memory loss—a common concern by those that often experience it.

Gut Bacteria Linked to Artery Health A lack of diversity of gut bacteria is linked to hardening of the arteries, a new study concludes. By analyzing the gut microbiome and measuring the arterial stiffness of 617 middle-aged female twins, researchers from the University of Nottingham and King’s College London found that those with a greater diversity of healthy bacteria had more flexible arteries. The finding explains why women, young adults and others may suffer heart attacks without traditional risk factors such as smoking or obesity. It opens the door to reducing cardiovascular disease by targeting the microbiome through diet, probiotics and other supplements.

Hostile Teachers Hamper Learning Teachers that antagonize their students by belittling them, showing favoritism or criticizing their contributions can damage their learning potential, warns a new West Virginia University study of 472 undergraduates. Split into two groups, the students watched either a class taught by a teacher with antagonism or a standard lesson taught without antagonism, and then took a multiple-choice quiz. Test scores were up to 5 percent lower for those that watched the antagonistic teacher because they disliked what they were being taught. They were also less likely to put forth as much effort and were unwilling to attend that teacher’s future courses.

Eating Walnuts Boosts Gut Bacteria Eating a handful of walnuts daily boosts certain types of healthy gut bacteria that appear to contribute to cardio, metabolic and gastrointestinal health, according to a study of 18 adults by University of Illinois scientists published in the Journal of Nutrition. The researchers found that eating walnuts increased species of healthy gut bacteria, while decreasing species of unhealthy bacteria. Eating walnuts also improved cholesterol levels.

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Extinctions of Threatened Species Continue

The death of the world’s last male northern white rhino has rendered the species functionally extinct, which means the only hope of reviving the population is through in vitro fertilization. World Wildlife Fund head of campaigns Colin Butfield calls this a “uniquely bad situation.” Two other animals, the vaquita, a very rare porpoise discovered in 1958, and the Javan rhino are facing the same fate. Many other species, including the Sumatran rhino, black rhino, Amur leopard, forest elephant and Bornean orangutan are considered critically endangered, some with fewer than 100 individuals left. The International Union for Conservation of Nature currently considers 5,583 species of plant, mammal, bird, amphibian and marine life critically endangered.

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Dumping Disincentive

Big Bank Acts to Protect Oceans from Mine Waste

Citigroup is no longer financing mining projects that dump mine waste into the ocean. The move comes in response to pressure from the Ditch Ocean Dumping campaign, which calls on financial institutions to divest from any project or company that employs the practice. “Banks and financial institutions must actively take steps to ensure that they are not bankrolling the destruction of our oceans,” says campaign coordinator Ellen Moore of Earthworks. Mine waste can contain up to three dozen dangerous chemicals, including arsenic, lead, mercury and cyanide. These metals accumulate in fish, and ultimately, the wildlife and people that eat them. The pollution contaminates drinking water, decimates ecosystems and destroys fisheries. While the outdated practice has been phased out in many parts of the world, new mining proposals in Papua New Guinea and Norway signal that such dumping is being ramped up, not phased out.

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Organic shoppers may see additional labeling on produce. More than a dozen farmers and scientists from around the country met to create the standards for an additional organic certification pilot program called the Real Organic Project (ROP), which they plan to initially introduce at 20 to 60 farms. Under the current U.S. Department of Agriculture program, the organic label means that produce has been grown without synthetic substances or genetic engineering; it doesn’t specify whether produce was grown in water or soil, which the new labeling would address.

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Countries Ban Single-Use Plastics

Bans on plastic consumption have been increasing globally for the last two years. Single-use plastics will be officially banned in the Bahamas by 2020, including plastic bags collected at the point of sale, straws, Styrofoam food containers and plastic utensils. Also, the release of balloons in the air will be illegal. Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Antigua and Barbuda have already banned single-use plastic products. In Kenya it’s illegal to produce, sell or use plastic bags. Haiti has banned plastic bags and Styrofoam products. Belize moved to ban single-use plastics by April 2019. The UK has outlined a plan to eradicate plastic use completely by 2042. The Clean Seas Campaign, launched in 2017 by the United Nations Environment Programme, aims to increase global public and corporate awareness of the critical need to reduce marine litter.

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Tiny Houses Can Benefit Seniors

The University of Southern Indiana (USI) is building a small, modular home on its Evansville campus to demonstrate how the tiny housing model could make independent living accessible for people of all ages and abilities. It’s part of a larger effort aimed at creating a cultural transformation related to aging in a community. The home’s small size is a selling point for people unable to maintain a larger dwelling as they age and help them remain independent. Dr. Bill Thomas, a geriatrician and national expert on aging partnering in the project, envisions a pod-like village of such “Minkas” with older people living within a community instead of being sequestered in nursing homes.

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Even before recent disruption of U.S. trade with China through increased tariffs, China had made importing genetically modified (GMO) soybeans more difficult after a regulatory crackdown last December. The agricultural GMO regulation scheme strengthened the soybean approval process, leading to delays at Chinese ports. Certificates for certain GMO import crops granted by the Chinese Ministry of Agriculture have included cotton, soybeans, corn and rapeseed. The U.S. is looking for alternative GMO markets in case tariffs, restrictions and export slowdowns continue.

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Breathe Easier

Hamburg Gets Serious About Diesel Fumes

Hamburg, Germany’s second-largest city, is experimenting with restricting diesel-powered vehicle access to portions of two major streets, with exemptions for new, cleaner models. Environmentalists and ecologically minded politicians celebrate the move as a breakthrough on the path to cleaner urban air. A German court ruled last February that cities have the right to prohibit dirty diesel vehicles, and local authorities in other cities are making plans to bring their roads into compliance with strict European Union emissions requirements. “Symbolically, it’s a big step,” says Manfred Braasch, a local leader of Friends of the Earth Germany. “This has been a diesel nation.” The federal German government is considering a comprehensive strategy designed to clean up heavy polluters among the nation’s 15 million diesel cars via hardware retrofits like those mandated in the U.S.

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5G Technology Meets a Big Obstacle

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n neighborhoods across the country, telecom crews are busy installing new wireless antennas on telephone poles and lamp posts in anticipation of the next generation of communication technology, known as 5G. There’s a lot of hype about how this new technology will change our lives, and it certainly may, but not necessarily in the way we want or expect. First some background: 5G uses the existing 3G and 4G network and adds a new layer of radiofrequency (RF) microwave radiation to transmit large amounts of data. It’s much faster and more powerful than the existing networks, but it only works over short distances. As a result, the rollout of 5G will require a vast network of millions of new antennas installed in close proximity to homes and apartments. But is constant exposure to RF microwave radiation from wireless antennas safe?

Research Proves Danger

Researchers and cell phone companies have known for years that RF microwave radiation can cause serious health problems, and a recent study by the National Toxicology Program of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) confirmed that prolonged exposure to microwave radiation can cause oxidative stress that can lead to cancer. A 2018 study of exposure to radia18

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tion from cell towers, conducted by the renowned Ramazzini Institute, in Italy, showed similar biological effects. This and the NIH study build on a large and growing body of published, peer-reviewed, independent (non industry-funded) studies showing biological harm from RF microwave radiation. For years, the wireless industry has downplayed the potential health effects of exposure to this type of radiation, casting doubt on the research (and researchers) and promoting the false narrative that there is no credible science linking exposure with health effects. While science is slow, and it is very difficult to draw a straight line between a particular exposure and a disease, we have sufficient evidence to be extremely careful around RF microwave radiation. That’s why many people are raising questions about the wisdom of installing these powerful 5G antennas so close to our homes.

No Way to Escape

While cell phone users have the option to use a headset, a speakerphone or a car phone, or not to use a cell phone at all if they choose, no such option exists for people who live in close proximity to a 5G wireless antenna. It will be emitting powerful microwave radiation 24/7, every day,

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week after week, year after year, whether the nearby residents use the service or not. There is no way to escape. So do the benefits of 5G outweigh these risks? According to the wireless industry, 5G will facilitate the Internet of Things (IoT), improve the accuracy of driverless cars and help with national security in some unspecified way. While some people may feel that it’s critical to have their toaster talk to their refrigerator, or to have a driverless car navigate its way to their home, it’s hard to argue that these things constitute a necessary public service. The fact is, 5G is not required in residential areas for national security or public safety. It is not needed to improve cell phone service, and will not close the digital or the rural divide. However, it will put certain populations at higher risk for health problems, including unborn children and young children, those with implanted medical devices, the elderly, people with hypersensitivity to RF microwave radiation and anyone with a compromised immune system. In other words, a lot of people.

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Unfortunately, there is little your local government can do to stop the rollout of 5G. This is a federal issue, and while local governments have limited flexibility on the placement of antennas, only the federal government can stop the industry-funded race to roll out 5G. Citizen groups opposing the wireless build-out are sprouting up wherever 5G antennas are being installed, and many of them have joined together as Americans for Responsible Technology. The organization has also established a website for political action, TelecomPowerGrab.org. Most Americans recognize freedom of choice as a fundamental value in our society. No one has the right to force American citizens to endure involuntary exposure to harmful radiation in their own homes. How this issue will be resolved over the next few years remains to be seen. Patti and Doug Wood are the founders and directors of Grassroots Environmental Education, a nonprofit environmental health organization based in Port Washington, NY.

Stem cells Holistic healing after extraction - two doctor team approach to surgery

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y son was involved in some great exciting research this summer in one of the Universities. There are studies on stem cells and bone grafting being done to see how we can actually use stem cells for Dental use. They may be able to inject stem cell into children who have cleft palate or people with bone defects. Hopefully we can use that as a building block or scaffold to rebuild bone. This can be done without using any other synthetic bone or donor bone. We are using the patient’s own stem cells which is a Holistic approach. There is however ways we now use the patient’s own blood and platelets to help regrow bone called Platelet Rich Fibrin or PRF.

WHAT IS PRF OR PLATELET RICH FIBRIN?

The PRF Layer is a yellow and thick jello-like biologic material derived from spinning patient blood in a centrifuge at 2700RPM for about 10-13 minutes. PRF is

a great utility for any Holistic Dentist doing oral surgeon services. The PRF layer is rich in fibrin, platelets white blood cells and bone growth factors. PRF is a much better alternative to sending a tooth removal patient home with an unfilled bony extraction socket or implant site. PRF is used in dental surgical sites such as wisdom teeth extraction and dental implant surgical sites. Platelet Rich Fibrin treatment is 100% natural without the use of any additives or preservatives. The blood is drawn immediately prior to the procedure, normally while the patient is getting numb for the surgery. In the absence of the PRF, dental extractions sites are commonly left to heal open to the oral cavity. During tooth extraction site healing, saliva, bacteria, and other contaminants are free to pour down into the jaw bone. When PRF is placed into the extraction site, the PRF protects the site from infection and enriches the area with proteins that accelerate healing. In sites

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ike many other health conditions, challenges to our immune systems are on the rise. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 26.5 million adults and kids have asthma, 50 million have allergies and up to 20 percent get the flu each year. Catching a cold is common, with U.S. adults generally coping with two or three a year and children about twice as many. As many as 50 million Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac and lupus, costing $100 billion a year to treat, which is nearly twice the amount spent on cancer care, according to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association. Initial statistics released 20 years ago estimated that 9 million Americans had autoimmune diseases; a five-fold increase since then illustrates the magnitude of the problem. 20

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People that are free of some degree of immune system dysfunction are relatively uncommon.

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“We are absolutely seeing a rise in immune disorders,” says Michael T. Murray, a doctor of naturopathy in Lyons, Colorado, and author of Chronic Candidiasis: Your Natural Guide to Healing with Diet, Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Exercise and Other Natural Methods. “Many factors are responsible for the increase.” He cites the most notable as the widespread use of antibiotics and pesticides; dietary factors, including too much sugar; decreased intake of essential vitamins and minerals; overconsumption of calories in general; lifestyle factors like not getting enough sleep or exercise; excessive alcohol; stress; and exposure to cigarette smoke.

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“The microbiome—the bacterial structure that supports a strong immune system—is largely inherited from the mother during a vaginal birth,” says Sayer Ji, of Miami, Florida, founder of GreenMedInfo.com, sponsor of the 2017 Immune Defense Summit and a member of the National Health Federation’s board of governors. “The rising number of Caesarean sections, at nearly one-third of all U.S. births, up from 18 percent in 1997, deprives infants of those naturally occurring bacteria, and can result in immune deficiencies at an early age.” Low-level chronic stress of the kind that occurs in everyday modern life is a leading underlying factor in immune system compromise, says natural health and healing expert Dr. Deepak Chopra, of Carlsbad, California, author of The Healing Self: A Revolutionary New Plan to Supercharge Your Immunity and Stay Well for Life. Along with emotional stress, he points to any kind of inner or outer challenge that pulls us off center. Everyone experiences some stress every day; when unrelieved, it’s been widely shown to have a huge negative impact on our health. “Imbalance can be negative or positive, and so can stress,” says Chopra. “Winning the lottery is just as stressful as going through a divorce. So the challenge isn’t to achieve static balance, but to successfully thrive in stressful surroundings.”

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Internal Communiqués

Medical science now generally agrees that the greatest part of the immune system resides in the gut. “We need those trillions of bacteria that live in the digestive tract. Without them, we are unable to defend ourselves from all types of assaults, including the autoimmune diseases, in which the body turns upon itself,” says Ji. “The immune system lines the large and small intestines,” says Dr. Susan Blum, of Rye Brook, New York, author of The Immune System Recovery Plan: A Doctor’s 4-Step Program to Treat Autoimmune Disease. “The microbes in the gut lining speak to the immune system. Anything that alters the microbes in negative ways—like antibiotics or viral illness, among others—can also negatively alter the immune system.”

Unavoidable Toxin

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We can’t avoid the toxic exposure that underlies much of the immune dysfunction we are experiencing today, says Wendy Myers, a functional diagnostic nutritionist in Los Angeles, California, and author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue. “Toxins, especially heavy metals like lead and mercury, are in the air, water and soil. Since we can’t escape them, we need to know how they are affecting us and work to neutralize them.” Experts agree that immune challenges can be neutralized and overcome with the right diet and lifestyle, stress management and appropriate supplements to restore and maintain the whole system balance needed to flourish in a world of our own making that stresses us on every level.

The Right Food

Eliminating wheat and dairy can end half of current immune system dysfunction through helping to repair the microbiome and healing the immune system, Ji believes. As one example, “If my mom had known I was allergic to cow’s milk when I was a child, I wouldn’t have suffered for 20 years with bronchial asthma,” he says. An anti-inflammatory diet also speeds gut healing and strengthens the immune system, says Blum. Highlights of her program for a basic clean-up include

challenge diet in which gluten, dairy, corn, soy and eggs are all eliminated for three weeks. People with arthritis should also eliminate nightshades like tomatoes and potatoes. “Then add back in the eliminated foods one at a time and carefully note the body’s reaction. It’s not that hard to get a clear picture of what aggravates inflammation such as arthritis pain,” Blum says.

The Right Supplements

Multivitamins: “High-quality vitamin

and mineral supplements are foundational to immune health,” Murray says. “Vitamins C, E and B and selenium are especially important.”

Digestive enzymes: “Digestive eliminating anything white (sugar and all products made with flour); eating quality fats (cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds); protein (grass-fed beef, organic and free-range poultry, wild game and wildcaught fish); organic fruits and vegetables as much as possible and fermented foods daily; limiting and preferably eliminating dairy; and reading labels and banishing additives, chemicals and processed foods. According to CDC statistics, almost everyone has some level of immune dysfunction, so this clean-up diet will benefit most of us, Blum says. After a basic regimen of three weeks or longer, she recommends exploring an elimination and

enzymes are key to restoring gut health, and thereby healing the immune system. They’re useful in reducing immunemediated inflammation in autoimmune disorders,” Murray explains. Australian research from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research confirms that supporting the immune system helps heal inflammation and autoimmune diseases. Instead, these are commonly treated with immune system suppressants that leave the patient with diminished resistance to other diseases. Raw foods, especially pineapple and papaya, are good sources of digestive enzymes. They’re also available as supplements.

Prebiotics and probiotics: Prebiotics, plant fibers that ferment in the colon helping to increase desirable bacteria in the gut, and probiotics, live beneficial bacteria, help restore balance in the microbiome, effectively feeding and strengthening the immune system. Myers suggests that declining levels of friendly bacteria in the gut may actually mark the onset of chronic degenerative disease. Vitamin D: Several studies, including one from Israel, have shown that people with the highest vitamin D levels have the lowest number of upper respiratory infections. “To ensure optimal vitamin D status, many health advocates, myself included, are recently advocating daily dosages of 2,000 to 5,000 international units (IU), even in apparently healthy adults,” Murray says. November 2018

charides; soluble fiber naturally occurring in the cell walls of grains, bacteria, yeast, algae and fungi. Natural sources include oats, barley, seaweed, and shitake and reishi mushrooms. In supplements, look for products extracted by fermentation if grain or yeast is a concern. These sugars are known to help prevent and shorten durations of colds and flu and provide relief for allergies and sinus congestion, and may help regulate an overactive immune response in cases of autoimmune disorders. Both internal and external factors can affect us all the way to the cellular level. Chopra says, “You are talking to your genes all the time, and what you say affects every cell in your body. Through lifestyle choices, you can make healing decisions rather than damaging ones.” Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books including The Calcium Lie: What Your Doctor Still Doesn’t Know, with Dr. Robert Thompson. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

Flu Shot or Not

he effectiveness and safety of flu shots has long been questioned. At best, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reckons that the flu vaccine is 60 percent effective and less so for those older than 65. Plus, it admits it will have zero effect if scientists wrongly project which strains will be prevalent in the coming year. Having a strong immune system is the best bet to prevent flu, says Sayer Ji, founder of GreenMedInfo.com. Further protection can be found in vitamin D, says Naturopathic Doctor Michael T. Murray. He notes, “It may prove to be more effective and less costly than conventional flu shots.” If a cold or flu strikes, Murray suggests zinc lozenges. For coughs, German research from the Department of Integrative Gastroenterology at the Kliniken Essen-Mitte shows that a South African medicinal plant, Pelargoniium

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SAFE DRINKING WATER Home Systems to Purify H2O by Jim Motavalli

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mericans trust bottled more than tap water, but that confidence might work better if reversed. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) notes that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitors tap water for more than 90 contaminants, and it must meet the strict standards of the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974. Nationally distributed bottled water, under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, isn’t as carefully or frequently checked. A quarter of all bottled water is actually filtered tap water, reports the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC).

Concern about safe tap water is relatively recent—in the 1960s, for instance, people worried more about fluoridation than contamination. But since 1990, partly driven by bottled water ads, Gallup polls have shown tap water concerns rising; 63 percent of us now worry about our drinking water “a great deal”. Bottled water is usually safe to drink, but isn’t environmentally friendly. Plastic bottle production in the U.S. requires 17.6 million barrels of oil annually, reports the nonprofit Riverkeeper; plus the energy used to transport it to market, refrigerate it and collect the empties equals filling the

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bottles a quarter full of oil. Then, 77 percent of discards end up in the landfill. the Earth Day Network reports. Retail costs range from 89 cents a serving to $8 a gallon for designer water, averaging $1.11 a gallon, compared to .002 cents per gallon for tap water.

Legitimate concerns about tap water exist, mostly because homes built before 1986 likely have lead in their pipes, solder and fixtures, possibly contaminating municipally sourced water. Well water is also susceptible to outside contamination from chemicals and microorganisms that must be monitored. Because lead accumulates in stagnated water in pipes, run the water until it gets as cold as possible; up to two minutes if the taps haven’t been turned on in six hours or more. Other chemicals found in tap water include low levels of chlorine, arsenic, nitrates, atrazine, perchlorate and pathogens, reports the NRDC. Pharmaceutical products can also get into tap water, warns the World Health Organization (WHO). A recent study from the EWG and Northeastern University, in Boston, showed small quantities of toxic chemicals in tap water serving 15 million Americans in 27 states.

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Bottled water is usually safe to drink, but isn’t environmentally friendly. Plastic bottle production in the U.S. requires 17.6 million barrels of oil annually, reports the nonprofit Riverkeeper nants of concern. NSF-42 coding certifies filters that improve water taste and remove both chlorine and particulate matter. NSF-53 is more stringent and requires removal of metals and harmful chemicals. The highest standard, NSF-401, covers filters that eliminate bacteria, pesticides/herbicides and residue from drugs like ibuprofen. Activated carbon filters, which require regular replacement cartridges, remove large particles like sediment and silt. Reverse osmosis filters remove dissolved inorganic solids (including salts) by pushing tap water through a semi-permeable membrane. Ultraviolet water purification is effective at treating bacteria and viruses, but not contaminants such as chlorine, volatile organic compounds or heavy metals. Charcoal pitcher filters are the most common, easiest to use and least expensive, although cartridges add to the cost and are only effective for processing about 40 gallons each. To save money, DIY products allow individuals to refill used cartridges with new activated charcoal. Filter pitchers need to be cleaned regularly because the charcoal can leak, producing mildew, calcium and grime. Faucet-mounted models are easy to install and can be switched easily from filtered to unfiltered water (e.g., for washing up). Under-sink filters and cartridges are effective for up to 200 gallons, but more challenging to install. Connecting to refrigerators and ice makers makes installation more complex, and leakage can be an issue; countertop filters take up space, but are less likely to clog. Consumer Reports says reverse osmosis filters are effective at removing contaminants, but can operate slowly, consume cabinet space, need periodic cleaning with bleach and create three to five gallons of wastewater for every gallon filtered. WHO indicates that conventional municipal water treatment processes can remove about half of the compounds associated with pharmaceutical drugs. Advanced treatment like reverse osmosis and nanofiltration can be more efficient, removing up to 99 percent of large pharmaceutical molecules. The first step is a water test. Some state and local health departments offer free test kits and they are also sold at hardware stores. Certified laboratories test tap water samples, with information often available from the local water provider. Find a state-by-state list of certified labs plus program contacts at Tinyurl.com/DrinkingWaterCertificationInfo. The EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline is 800-426-4791. Jim Motavalli, of Fairfield, CT, is an author, freelance journalist and speaker specializing in clean automotive and other environmental topics. Connect at JimMotavalli.com.

Testing Our Hydration IQ by Ronica O’Hara

yths abound regarding proper hydration—many of them encouraged by purveyors of bottled water. Gauge personal hydration know-how by answering these true-or-false questions.

If we’re thirsty, we’re already dehydrated.

True. Our kidneys let us know when we need water by sending a “thirsty” message to the brain. “If you ignore that warning, it will go away and other symptoms will occur, such as headache, brain fog, muscle cramps and dry, cool skin, making the dehydration more serious,” warns Chiropractor Livia Valle, of Valins Chiropractic, in Smithtown, New York.

We must drink eight glasses of water every day.

False. Eating fruits and vegetables also bolsters hydration (watermelon and spinach are almost 100 percent water by weight), as do milk, juice and herbal tea, advises the Mayo Clinic.

It’s impossible to overhydrate.

False. Although rare, hyponatremia can result from some diseases, medications and consuming too much water too quickly, causing sodium (salt) levels to plummet; this can lead to nausea and coma, to which marathon runners can be prone (WebMD.com).

Electrolyte-enhanced drinks beat out water.

False. Experts say that for most people most of the time, plain water hydrates just as well, which is good news, considering the sugar and artificial dyes in Gatorade and similar electrolyte drinks. Even for athletes, hydrating with electrolytes is called for only after more than an hour of intense, sweaty exercise, according to the American College of Sports Medicine. If concerned about hydrating on an active, steamy day, consider stirring additive- and sugar-free electrolyte tablets or powder into water.

Caffeine causes dehydration.

False. A UK University of Birmingham study of 50 people that drank three to six cups of coffee daily found no significant effects on hydration—perhaps because the water in coffee and tea makes up for any dehydrating effects.

The volume of urine is a better hydration indicator than its color.

True. “Urine color varies based on many factors, including diet,” says exercise physiologist Mary Jayne Rogers, Ph.D., of Albuquerque, New Mexico. “But if you are not producing much urine, it can be a sign that your body is clinging to water and may need more.” November 2018

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THANKSGIVING DESSERTS Plant-Based Pies for Every Palate

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ratitude for the bounty in our lives has been a constant in every American Thanksgiving since the Pilgrims’ first celebration at Plymouth Plantation. What has changed is the menu. Many holiday hosts today wish to be inclusive and respect everyone’s increasingly restrictive dietary needs. A few dishes that offer naturally gluten-free, paleo and plant-based options never go amiss, especially when we’re talking pie. It’s easy to make a plant-based pie—think pumpkin, sweet potato and chocolate. As a bonus, many vegan pies can be made ahead and actually taste better the next day.

The Crust

A mellow nut crust might be the best way to go; pecans or almonds, sweetened with dates, crumbled in the food processor and pressed into a pie pan. It’s deliciously easy and can be made the day before, always a plus at holiday time. Gluten-free vanilla, chocolate or gingersnap cookie crumbs, mixed with a little coconut oil pressed into the pan, can serve as an alternative to nuts.

The Filling

The freshest filling makes the freshest-tasting pie. Winter vegetables such as squash, small sugar or pie pumpkins or sweet potatoes can be baked in the oven and puréed in the food processor days ahead of time. Or, make the purées weeks ahead and freeze them, ready to thaw for a recipe. 28

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Award-winning cookbook author Deborah Madison, author of Seasonal Fruit Desserts: From Orchard, Farm, and Market, in Galisteo, New Mexico, preheats her oven to 375° F. “Cut the squash in half, the pumpkins into quarters, scrape out the seeds and brush the cut surfaces with a vegetable oil such as sunflower or safflower,” she suggests. “Place the squash or pumpkins cutside-down on a sheet pan. Prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Bake the vegetables until tender, about 40 minutes,” says Madison. When baked, scoop out the flesh, discard the rinds or skin and purée the flesh in a food processor. About two cups of purée equals a 15-ounce can of pumpkin, sweet potato or butternut squash. Pies made with fresh purées will have a lighter color and flavor. Madison says she prefers natural sweeteners. “Honey and maple syrup are so dynamic—they’re more like foods in their own right than just sweeteners.” Maple and date sugars give pies a deep, caramelized flavor. Always taste test during preparation, recommends Alissa Saenz, of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, who blogs at ConnoisseurusVeg.com. She loves a big dose of chai spices and little dose of sweetener in her Vegan Chai-Spiced Sweet Potato Pie. But pie is personal. “I recommend tasting your batter to decide if you’d prefer a little more or less of each,” she says.

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Finishing Touches

An ethereal cloud of coconut whipped cream can taste just as delicious as the dairy version, says vegan baker and cookbook author Fran Costigan, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She refrigerates a 14-ounce can of unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk for at least 24 hours. After opening it, she spoons out only the solid coconut cream into a chilled bowl, saving the remaining liquid coconut milk for another use. She whips the coconut cream with an electric mixer until fluffy, adding a natural sweetener and vanilla extract if desired. It all makes for a perfectly healthy plant pie. Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

Our Pick of Plant Pie Recipes No-Bake Vegan Chocolate Pie Yields: Filling for one nine-inch vegan pecan-date pie crust 18 oz vegan or dairy-free chocolate chips 1 (14-oz) can unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk ½ cup almond or cashew butter Place the chocolate chips in a medium mixing bowl. Spoon the almond butter on top of the chocolate chips. Set aside.

Vegan Pecan-Date Pie Crust The crust takes minutes to make and then press into a pie pan. Yields: One nine-inch pie crust 1½ cups pitted dates, preferably Medjool, coarsely chopped 1½ cups chopped pecans ¼ tsp sea salt 2 tsp coconut oil Soak the dates in hot water for 10 minutes. Remove the dates from the water and pat dry. Place the dates, pecans and salt in the bowl of a food processor and blend until the mixture sticks together. Lightly oil the bottom and sides of a nineinch pie or springform pan.

Spoon the entire can of coconut milk into a saucepan. Over medium heat, stir and bring to a simmer until small bubbles form around the perimeter of the pan. Pour the hot coconut milk over the chocolate chips and almond butter. Make sure all the chocolate is covered with the hot milk. Let it sit for three to five minutes to melt the chocolate. Whisk by hand until the mixture becomes smooth, shiny and dark. Pour into the prepared crust. Refrigerate the completed pie until it is firm and ready to serve. Inspired by and adapted from recipes by Nava Atlas, at VegKitchen.com, Fran Costigan at FranCostigan.com and Ashley Adams, who blogs at TheSpruceEats.com.

Press the date mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pan. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Adapted from a recipe by Nava Atlas, of Hudson Valley, NY, vegan cookbook author of Vegan Express: 160 Fast, Easy, & Tasty Plant-Based Recipes. Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible. November 2018

Preheat the oven to 350° F. Add all ingredients, except for the starch and dates, into a large pot. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

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1 tsp vanilla extract ½ Tbsp pumpkin pie spice ½ tsp sea salt ⅔ cup Medjool dates, pitted

While the pumpkin mixture is heating, prepare a “slurry” by adding two to three tablespoons of water to the starch in a small bowl. Gently mix together until a thick liquid has formed; avoid clumps.

Vegan Chai-Spiced Sweet Potato Pie This pie filling is robust with spices and not too sweet. Add less spice and more maple syrup to taste. Yields: Filling for one nine-inch vegan pecan-date pie crust

Process the filling until smooth, stopping to scrape the bowl as needed. Pour the batter into a prepared pie crust and smooth out the top with a rubber scraper.

2 large sweet potatoes ¾ cup coconut milk 3 Tbsp maple syrup 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 Tbsp arrowroot or tapioca starch 2 Tbsp ground cinnamon 1 Tbsp ground ginger 1 tsp ground cardamom ½ tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp ground cloves ½ tsp sea salt

Bake about 40 minutes or until it sets. Remove the pie from oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing. Top with whipped coconut cream, if desired.

Place the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake until very soft, about 45 minutes. Or microwave them for about eight minutes, checking every minute or so after the first five minutes. Remove from oven and slice the sweet potatoes open to allow the steam to escape. Let them sit a few minutes to cool.

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Transfer this mixture to a blender or food processor, add in the pitted (unsoaked) Medjool dates and blend until smooth. Pour the filling into a prepared crust, then bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool completely before slicing and serving. Adapted recipe and photo courtesy of Caitlin Shoemaker, of Miami, FL; FromMyBowl. com/pecan-pumpkin-custard-pie.

Pecan Pumpkin Custard Pie With no flour, this pie has a softer, more velvety texture. For a thicker filling, simply refrigerate before serving. Yields: Filling for one nine-inch vegan pecan-date pie crust 1 (15-oz) can pumpkin purée 1½ cups unsweetened plant milk such as soy or coconut for the creamiest texture ¼ cup arrowroot or tapioca starch

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Poke a few holes in each sweet potato using a sharp knife.

Add the slurry to the simmering pumpkin mixture and cook over medium heat for five to six minutes, stirring continuously.

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Preheat the oven to 400° F.

Lower the oven temperature to 375° F.

When the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, scoop out the insides and place them into a food processor bowl. Add the coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cornstarch, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, cloves and salt.

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ABUNDANT LIVING 10 Practices Open Doors

by Dennis Merritt Jones

ractices designed to enrich life with purpose and meaning yield empowering results for anyone that takes them to heart. Whether striving for a new job, higher salary, stronger relationships or spiritual acceleration, these “rules of the road” offer inspired guidance to free thinking and enlarge possibilities beyond anything we’ve ever imagined. Be one with life: Belief in our oneness with “more than enough” sets us free to receive.

Be aware we live in an expanding universe: The creative life force of the universe constantly conspires for our good as we consciously participate in the process. Be accountable for individual consciousness: How we perceive ourself and our world defines our experience. Changing our point of view can change everything. Be focused: Establish and maintain a disciplined mind, focusing on what’s right with life rather than what’s wrong. Be in the flow: The law of circulation manifests as either a cornucopia of more than enough or a vortex of not enough, depending on how freely energy flows through us. Remember that we are the gatekeeper that directs the flow. Be passionate: Honoring our passions sets us free from the tyranny of a joyless life. Unearthing and living what creates joy, love and peace brings the gift of our authentic self to the party called life. Be blessed: To be blessed and know it is to affirm that we are a whole person, with nothing missing. Sharing our abundance becomes our daily norm. This state of being blesses our world. Be of service: When we serve others selflessly, we are recognizing that they matter. When someone knows they matter, they are intrinsically guided to demonstrate it in ways that serve others… and the circle is complete. Be courageous: Boldly move beyond false limits to horizons that call us to new levels of self-expression and fulfillment, often in collaboration with a spirited community.

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Manufacturers need to protect their products from damage and theft, and also want them to stand out on retail shelves. A common result has been hard-to-open containers relying on excessive cardboard and plastic. Today, more manufacturers are responding to consumer requests for less packaging, making it easier on both people and the planet.

hether shopping online or in a local store, more eco-friendly options are available and they’re worth seeking out. In grocery stores, look for cellophane packaging made from corn, wheat or potatoes that replaces traditional plastic packaging used for candy, spices, nuts, produce and bath products. Cellulose, made from sustainably harvested wood pulp, one of nature’s most abundant materials, makes for a sturdy bio- and marine-degradable bag that is suitable for home composting. Resistant to oil, fat and grease, it is also microwavable and oven-safe at low temperatures. Fenugreen uses antibacterial, antifungal spices infused into a tea that is soaked into clean, biodegradable FreshPaper. It works in conjunction with store packaging or storage containers to keep bread, fruit, vegetables and cheese fresh. Kavita Shukla, founder and CEO, says, “Each paper lasts about a month. A distinct, maple-like scent says the paper is actively working to keep food fresh two to four times longer than usual, preventing food waste due to spoilage.”

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nplugging with creative and fun activities fosters skills that can last a lifetime. Studies published by the National Endowment for the Arts Office of Research & Analysis show that participating in performing and visual arts enhances children’s social skills and emotional processing, builds confidence and improves academic aptitude.

“Not every child needs to play a team sport. Team experiences such as working with peers toward a goal, learning to win and lose gracefully and to get along with others can also be learned through the arts,” explains Antonella D’Aloia, a developmental and expressive art teacher with The Whole Child, in Upton, Massachusetts. “Both crafts and expressive artistic creation have huge

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Weaving, scrapbooking, making friendship bracelets and other art projects involving organic or re-usable materials can demonstrate sustainability while teaching children how to follow directions, cultivate patience and strategize. Healthy cooking classes are a creatively engaging avenue for youths to learn about connections between a healthy Earth and maintaining personal health. Expressing themselves through the visual arts, drama and dance promotes problem-solving and innovation, as does joining a science or Lego club. “It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to try new things,” stresses D’Aloia. “Go to local school concerts, plays and art exhibits. Look for public art in your area. Local libraries often offer great activities for kids.”

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Instilling mindfulness in children can be both fruitful and far-reaching. “Origami— the Japanese art of paper folding without cuts or glue—is a quintessential hobby for centeredness. The act of folding paper is so engrossing that one is very present and in the moment,” says Kathleen Sheridan, origami master and founder of Origami and You, in St. Paul, Minnesota. “Origami stimulates both sides of the brain and helps to build self-esteem. Most of all, it’s fun, portable and inexpensive.” Fostering imagination and using

the written word through journaling or storytelling nourishes a child’s inner world. “Creating a short story requires divergent thinking; young writers use their imaginations to generate unique ideas for characters, settings, plots and conflicts. We help them think deeply, write authentically and respect the perspectives of others, while learning to create and share their own stories and experiences,” explains Kimberly O’Connor, young writers program director at Lighthouse Writers Workshops, in Denver, Colorado. “Expressing the exact shape of an iris or the sound of a cricket, for example, requires intense curiosity and attention, two qualities that can serve children and teens indefinitely,” she explains. Such skills can help students anywhere—in the classroom, on the sports field and later, when they begin to search for and find jobs. According to Stanford University research published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, learning an instrument helps to improve children’s reading skills, especially those struggling with dyslexia and other learning challenges. Researchers at the German Institute for Economic Research revealed that learning music

amplifies cognitive and non-cognitive skills twice as much as engaging in sports, dance or theater arts. The Wellbeing Project, in Great Britain, has inspired activities such as sewing to benefit well-being. According to research published in the Journal of Public Health, quilting boosts cognitive ability, emotional equilibrium and creativity. Introducing life skills and hobbies that nourish selfhood can be one of our greatest gifts to the next generation. D’Aloia remarks, “Helping our children to express who they are, rather than who we expect them to be, is the most powerful thing we can do.” Marlaina Donato is a multimedia artist and freelance writer who authors books related to the fields of alternative health and spirituality. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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“Maintenance massage is great for helping your pet stay at their peak level of health for as long as possible. It’s also a great tool for monitoring and early detection,” says Kim Tews, a certified small animal massage practitioner located near Portland, Oregon. Jonathan Rudinger, a registered nurse, licensed massage therapist and authority on canine massage in Toledo, Ohio, explains that massage supports oxygen exchange, helping animals to breathe more deeply, and even encourages coughing to loosen phlegm and debris in the lungs. Increasing both blood and lymphatic circulation is another benefit. “Manual lymphatic drainage massage is a good immune booster, and benefits pets of all breeds and ages,” says Tews. Massage shortens postoperative recovery time for pets and helps decrease inflammation and pain while lowering blood pressure and working to normalize breathing patterns and digestion.

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For dogs with arthritis, Rudinger says that massage works to increase the natural fluids within the dog’s body, along with improving lymph and blood circulation and hormone and energy flow. When it comes to sporting events and intense recreation, massage can be used to increase blood flow to muscles beforehand and reduce muscle soreness afterward. Massage is a comfort for beloved dogs receiving treatment for a terminal illness or palliative care. The practice can also reduce the need for pain medication, decrease metabolic end products in tissues, ease constipation and feelings of anxiety and isolation, and instill greater peace.

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Massage therapist Michelle Rivera with the Healing Oasis Wellness Center, in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, remarks in the journal Integrative Veterinary Care, “It was in China that I learned that many behavioral problems can also be alleviated or eliminated with the addition of massage therapy. In my own practice, the majority of issues I successfully work with using massage are behavior problems and seizures.” Highly sensitive animals may find that therapeutic massage makes being touched more tolerable. Rudinger explains that it

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can clear physiological energy blocks. His approach with dogs is to work on the stomach energy meridian, which flows down around the mouth, down both sides of the midline and underneath the abdominal side of the body. It ends up around the anus, beneath the animal’s tail. As the meridian is associated with the emotional brain or limbic system, working on this area is particularly useful for dogs that are fear-biters, food- or dog-aggressive, have separation anxiety or problems with their gastrointestinal tract. Generally speaking, dog massage can be a useful tool for stress relief and relaxation.

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An integrative veterinarian can provide advice and recommend an experienced area canine massage therapist to treat an animal’s specific need. At-home or in-clinic sessions may last from 30 to 80 minutes. Having a family member massage a pet can add calming and bonding benefits, especially in palliative care. A workshop or continuing education course will teach basic to advanced hands-on massage skills. Offering the benefits of therapeutic massage to a dog is one of the greatest gifts we can give to support their happiness and quality of life. It can also work wonders for cats. Karen Becker, a doctor of veterinary medicine, is a proactive, integrative practitioner who consults internationally and writes for Mercola Healthy Pets (HealthyPets.Mercola.com).

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lthough the method of massage and results can be similar to that for dogs, cats have their own rules about how they are touched. “Every massage must be individualized,” says Katie Mehrtens, owner of The Right Spot Pet Massage, near Chicago, and a nationally certified small animal massage therapist. “Cats are typically more sensitive to touch than dogs, and can become overstimulated. I am hyperaware of the cat’s reactions, and often give them more breaks to avoid stress,” she says. “If your cat doesn’t like to be touched, you just haven’t figured out the best moves yet,” advises Maryjean Ballner, a massage therapist in Santa Barbara, California. “Common mistakes include rubbing, instead of caressing, and going too fast. Felines get the reputation they’re difficult. Pay attention to the basics.” “Although many bones and muscles in cats and dogs have the same names and locations, they may not be identical in physical

appearance or function,” Mehrtens says. “A cat’s skeleton is slender, with lean, fluid muscles designed for leaping distances with stealth and agility. They’re likely to experience less wear and tear on joints than dogs.” Ballner offers tips to let the cat be the teacher as to what works best: n Get down to their level. n Approach at shoulder height, not the top of the head. n Caress using full palms, not just fingertips. Slower is safe, enjoyable and desirable. n Caress under the chin and around the cheeks using finger pads and full palms or the flat area between the knuckles. n Focus totally on the cat for four minutes. Make it routine. n Voice soft, soothing, low-tone phrases— not baby talk; maybe repeating, “Oh, you good boy, good boy.” Susi Rosinski, a certified feline, canine and equine massage therapist and owner of Ancient Far East Healing Arts, in Tonawanda, New York, offers, “Most of my [feline] clients have joint pain or back mobility difficulties. Working on legs and joints after they’re fully relaxed helps them, as well as being safer for me, as I slowly add pressure to the areas where they need it most.” “For four minutes a day, cat massage is therapeutic, whether it’s for you or the cat,” says Ballner. Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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listen within to the Universal sounds, especially while meditating. You can also use accent codes such as Ah or Om, the vowels A, E, I, O, U or any sound you can feel vibrating inside you. Tuning forks also help to get in touch with the vibrations inside that elicit and help you to come to silence.

The Three Essentials for Guidance Meditation, Silence and Stillness by Elizabeth Kapadia

o you know the difference between meditation, silence and stillness? Do you know it is essential to meditate to avoid an ocean of negative emotions that need to be released? Do you know this ocean of negativities can lead to addictions to food, people or objects? Meditation is key to staying healthy—physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually and esoterically. Let me elaborate. Meditation. Meditation heightens vibrations helping you become an authentic co-creator of your passionate dreams and/ or missions. It is where you have prayers answered, especially when coming from a grateful heart. Meditation has two parts: Y

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Silence. You arrive at silence through meditation, as you learn to be silent and listen to your surroundings. You have to have silence along with meditation since meditation teaches silence that allows you to hear beyond the chaos of the world. Practice silence by being in nature, listening to the wind, the birds and all the sounds which surround you. If you can’t get to nature,

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Stillness. You arrive at stillness as the result of meditation and silence. Your body releases tension as it becomes still—a good time to stretch and go further into meditation and the silence of listening. Your body at this point may move on its own accord; allow it to do so, that it may open up to become lighter. Just be present for the experience. Ultimately, you will arrive at the Universal truth of Love as that is what you are—a loving being. When you become one with the quantum field, which I like to call “the pool of infinity”, you are immersed with the Source and learn knowledge that leads you to agape love, peace, joy and health. You fall in love with YOU and the Light that is greater than you. You then have a GPS that directs your life into a heaven within. Lessons still come as they are opportunities for growth, but stillness brings you guidance in any area in the ocean of imprinted emotions, cravings and desires. You become one with all. Therefore Meditate, Be Silent, Be Still. All three equal the creation of Love. Be that Love in the oneness of all you touch. Love is All. ATTEND A FREE GATHERING the first Sunday of every month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., The Truth in Heart Group, which includes a meditation to bring love back to your heart and lecture. Location: Ben Fiorendino Park, 10211 Taft St., Pembroke Pines. For more information, call 954-303-8533, email Info@LoveIsAll.me or visit LoveIsAll.me. Dr. Elizabeth Kapadia, DN, PhD is a high vibrational mediator and educator with a doctorate in Naturology that evaluates the body, mind and soul. She lectures throughout the community and corporations and has been featured on Channel 6, in Health magazine and Natural Awakenings.

It’s important to know that there is nothing wrong with our sensitive children. They may appear different than a majority of children, but that is simply their collection of personality traits. Seek to nurture gifts of compassion, empathy and intuition, while building self-esteem.

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How to Support Highly Sensitive Children by Kelly Grich

oday’s world can be overwhelming even for adults and it is even more so for highly sensitive children who make up 20 percent of the population. With their blessings can come many challenges because they are so sensitive; to the rest of the world they appear overwhelmed and often misunderstood. The misunderstandings and challenges can begin at a young age. Know that children do not need to go to preschool to be successful in elementary school. It is okay for a child to need an extra year or so at home. The library, parks and playgroups can provide great opportunities for socializing at levels and in quantity that the individual child can accept. When the decision is made to send a highly sensitive child to school, look for one that has small groups in each room with nurturing teachers. Rooms should be clean, organized and free of clutter to avoid overwhelming highly sensitive children. It should provide many opportunities for children to play and create. Including natural sunlight, items from nature and low loud background noise would be beneficial. Many sensitive children thrive in

Waldorf schools or small, private schools, as well as homeschooling settings. Allow the child time to observe before choosing to join in the group. Educate the child’s teachers on ways they can best support the child. Explain that transitions can be difficult, and that highly sensitive children will do better when they know what to expect. Let the child be when they walk away from the group to look at a book or stare out the window at the clouds. Highly sensitive children may require many breaks throughout their day. Back at home, provide a peaceful space to return to after being in busy places like school, the mall or a birthday party. These situations feel overwhelming and require some down time with relaxing activities, such as coloring mandalas, looking at books, manipulating play dough, reflecting in a journal or creating with things from nature. Balance the child’s schedule; avoid running from one activity to the next. Create a balance between structured activities and unstructured activities, active and quiet time, time with others and time alone. It’s important to know that there is

nothing wrong with our sensitive children. They may appear different than a majority of children, but that is simply their collection of personality traits. Seek to nurture gifts of compassion, empathy and intuition, while building self-esteem. Listen and love the children for who they are. It is critical for us to understand this about these children, and to explain it to them do they can better understand themselves with less judgment for being atypical. These children respond sensitively to their surroundings, what they put on them and what they put in them. Self-care is important to their physical and emotional health. Ways to support sensitive children include encouraging the child to eat clean; going outdoors; getting sleep; and participating in gentle movement like yoga, walking, swimming and biking. Because they are extra empathic, sensitive children can fatigue easily when they are around many people or in busy environments. Provide relaxing activities to help lower their adrenaline as they are often in a state of fight-or-flight. Avoid stimulants and bring in calming foods because adrenaline from stress can become toxic; it is the number one food for viruses. Helping our highly sensitive children to understand themselves and handle situations they encounter will set them up for a happy, healthy and successful life. Kelly Grich, a Trumbull-based holistic health coach and relaxation instructor of children’s enrichment classes, provides support for parenting highly sensitive children. Connect at RelaxfromWithin.com. November 2018

An Invitation to Purpose

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urpose that thing I have been looking for, everywhere, inside and out. As I was having a conversation with a friend, she suggested I start by having affective connections with anything and everything in my life. Aha! It was like a light bulb went on inside my chest. Can this be considered a purpose? Leading an affective life? Some of us have the feeling that our life’s purpose might be hidden from us. Like an old misplaced item in our homes. We know it’s somewhere but we can’t find it, and as time passes we forget what it looked like or even what we’ve been looking for, going back to leading our life as “usual.” That’s when life is just there, happening to us, no participation, we stop taking inspired actions and creating life from inside out. As we travel through this journey called life we are presented with opportunities that bring to light different aspects of our personas; the good citizen, the parent, the professional, the friend. Have you ever wondered if each one of them has its unique purpose? Is “purpose” something we must have? Can one actually own it? Is “purpose” something that is? Like an idea, a thought we create. Is it a feeling, a 40

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connection or, it is simply just being the “I am” we already are? Life is in constant flux. Is our purpose in constant flux s well? Does it change or does it never change? As our consciousness expands and we evolve, does our purpose change? Or, is it like a seed that is born within us and waits for the right conditions and time to blossom. Purpose can be an easy breeze blossoming like a flower in a garden, or it can be as difficult as a plant cracking through the sidewalk trying to find nourishing light. When we live with intention, our lives are created by our own Divine Design. How about our purpose then? Can we have an intentional purpose for this minute, for this breath and be in the now? Start by asking yourself what is your “purpose” for today? Can it be giving a smile to a stranger, or kissing your love ones with so much love it lights up both of your worlds. For example, I show up filled with love for my pets, every day, every time. Even when my dog eats one of my shoes or my cat pees outside of the litter box. Purpose can be realizing that you are the expression of your higher self even when you might think you are not. Realizing that you are here to live your life to the best of your capability, in a way it suits and makes you happy. Living and sharing the

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type of love that does not need words. Recognizing, accepting, and loving your shadows as much as your light, and being able to do the same for others. Hearing the voice that speaks when all is silent, knowing the Universe is a perfect symphony waiting to be played by each one of us—to be performed in unison. I’m not sure if there’s an ultimate “purpose” in life. Life is continuously reinventing itself. I see our purposes taking shape and showing its nuances as our lives move on. When we become aware of our oneness with each other, the environment, the universe, our Omni “Purpose” is born; a natural awakening that cannot be stopped or ignored. It transforms us! We must chose to have the will, take the action to live a blissful life today and everyday for ourselves and others. Nisargadatta Maharaj, author of I AM THAT said “Wisdom is knowing I am nothing, Love is knowing that I am everything, and between the two my life moves.” Let’s live with love, might and magic … Let’s be. Ana Cristina Desa is a Psychosynthesis Life Coach and Space Optimizer. For more information call 305-951-1009, or email biosacred@gmail.com. Her office is located at 520 N.E. 38th Street, Suite 15, in Miami.

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In what way is happiness related to gratefulness?

The truth is that it’s not happiness that makes us grateful, but gratefulness that makes us happy. We can have all the things that should make us happy, and that we wish would make us happy, but unless we feel grateful for what we have, it’s likely nothing will truly make us happy. Happiness can be susceptible to outside circumstance, whereas gratefulness is an orientation we can more consistently maintain.

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It’s a three-step process: stop, look and go. First, we pause to be present; slow down enough to notice all the things for which we can be grateful. Second, we enlarge our perspective to take nothing for granted and acknowledge that life is short and uncertain, so we are grateful each day we wake up. This step is also about being aware of our privileges, starting with our ability to see, hear, move about and function. It keeps us aware, awake and alert. Consider how we feel when electricity returns after an outage or when we can use our hand or foot after a cast comes off. Within minutes, we can forget how appreciative we were for those things, so we need to build reminders into our lives. Third, we generate possibilities. Find ways to express appreciation or nurture something we care about by engaging in an actively grateful way. Even when we suffer hardship, shifting our awareness to notice whatever is sufficient, abundant and beautiful enables us to be grateful. This creates a ripple effect, bringing more reasons to be grateful. It’s a radical way to live.

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It gives me hope when people seek contentment. Paradoxically, discontent gives me hope too, because when people recognize injustice and social biases, it pushes us to engage; to stand up and take note of what’s not okay and needs to be changed. Love also gives me hope, especially when individuals seek to love more generously, inclusively and compassionately. It brings me the most hope of all when I see people building bridges and stretching their own capacity to love beyond their comfort zone. Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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How does Mediation help in a divorce case? The mediation of a family matter, such as dissolution of marriage, allows the participants to solve their own problems with the guidance of the mediator as a neutral professional. People can attend mediation at any time, and may or may not be represented by attorneys. When people attend mediation without attorneys at the conferences, it is called a pro se mediation. However, if attorneys were not present during the mediation conferences, advice from an attorney is always strongly recommended for review of any proposed agreement and before signing an agreement. Through mediation, people can get to solutions quicker and with less cost than traditional methods. Constructive and difficult conversations occur during the course of mediation. However, if both parties want to settle their case, they will most likely be able to do so or at least make a lot of progress toward that goal. What led you to adopt Mediation and other forms of resolutions, and why? A solution-based practice offers other tools, such as collaborative divorce and cooperative divorce processes. The vision of advocating for people in difficult situations was the reason to become a lawyer, even as early as in the eighth grade. However, after many years of litigating and practicing

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Can you tell us a bit more about Mediation and why it is such a better choice? The passion of representing people in Court evolved into assisting people in solving their own issues in a more peaceful manner. When potential clients learn that there are options that do not involve the more traditional “file and fight,” many are relieved and encouraged that they can achieve their resolution in a more peaceful manner for themselves and for their children. In Florida and most other states, resolution methods such as mediation and collaborative divorce are considered “alternative” and litigation is considered “primary.” In Australia, the terminology, and therefore the perspective, has been reversed. Mediation, collaborative divorce and other dispute resolution processes are considered “primary” and litigation is the “alternative.” This change in vocabulary is a dramatic reflection that peaceful resolution of divorce and other family law issues prior to or instead of Court determination should be the rule and not the exception. Mediation is a way for families in transition to accomplish this goal. For information about mediation and collaborative divorce, Regina F. Zelonker, Esq. can be reached at (305) 2350537, Regina@ ZelonkerLaw. com, and www.ZelonkerLaw.com, with offices in Palmetto Bay and Coral Gables. See ad, page 60.

Women Who Changed the World Amelia Earhart, 1897-1937. The first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic and over the next five years continued to break speed and flying records. Joan of Arc, 1412-1431 Martyr and military leader. Marie Curie, 1867–1934. Founded the new science of radioactivity. Rosa Parks, 1913–2005. Challenged the race segregation in parts of U.S. by refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white person.

Women in History . . . . . . Louisa May Alcott (1832–1888)

lassic novelist Louisa May Alcott was an American novelist and poet. She was known as a big, lovable, tender-hearted, generous woman, filled with humor and wit. She authored over thirty books, short-stories and poetry, all in all more than 200, in a career that conservatively spanned 40 years. But Alcott is best known as the author of the novel Little Women and its sequels Little Men and Jo’s Boys. Like her character, “Jo March” in Little Women, young Louisa was a tomboy. “No boy could be my friend till I had beaten him in a race,” she claimed, “and no girl if she refused to climb trees, leap fences ...” When Louisa was 35 years old, her publisher in Boston, Thomas Niles, asked her to write “a book for girls.” Little Women was written at Orchard House from May to July 1868. The novel is based on Louisa and her sisters’ coming of age and is set in Civil War New England. “Jo March” was the first American juvenile heroine to act from her own individuality --a living, breathing person rather than the idealized stereotype then prevalent in children’s fiction. FILM HISTORY: In January 2017, a Little Women film was announced with a casting call. [49] The film is being produced by Maclain Nelson, Kristi Shimek, Stephen Shimek, and David Wulf. It stars Lea Thompson as Marmee and is directed by Clare Niederpruem in her directorial debut.[50] It was released in September 2018 to mark the 150th anniversary of the novel.[50] Another film, which will be directed by Greta Gerwig, is scheduled for release on December 25, 2019 Alcott’s Quotes “I’m not afraid of storms, for I’m learning how to sail my ship.” “Love is a great beautifier.” Dear Readers, if you a favorite WOMAN IN HISTORY that you’d like us to feature, send your suggestions to publisher@namiami.com.

Emmeline Pankhurst, 1858–1928. A British social reformer who founded the Women’s Social and Political Union to campaign for the parliamentary vote for women. Virgin Mary, 1st-century BC–1st-century AD. The mother of Jesus, Mary is venerated by both Christians and Muslims, and is probably the most famous woman in history. Jane Austen, 1775–1817. British Novelist whose work has been adapted in plays, films and TV series. Diana, Princess of Wales, 1961–1997. Internationally known for her charity work for sick children, the banning of landmines, and for raising awareness about those affected by cancer, HIV/AIDS and mental illness. Mother Teresa, 1910–1997. A Roman Catholic nun who founded the Missionaries of Charity; managing homes for the dying, soup kitchens, orphanages and schools in over 130 countries. Wangari Maathai, 19402011 Environmental activist. A Kenyan environmental activist who founded the Green Belt Movement which campaigned for the planting of trees, environmental conversation and women’s rights. First woman in the region to earn a doctorate degree, elected to parliament and appointed assistant minister for Environmental and Natural Resources (2003-05). Maathai received the Nobel Peace Prize for her contribution to sustainable development, peace and democracy. November 2018

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must be removed and avoided as much as possible if we are to reclaim and maintain vibrant health and keep our breasts and prostates healthy. Simple testing is required to accurately assess your iodine status and the amount of antagonistic toxins (Bromine and Fluorine) that you may have. For those of us already suffering from abnormal thyroid function, this type of testing is vital as conventional and other medications may not be effective without adequate iodine! Luckily, replacement of iodine (and removal of Bromine/Fluorine) is simple and inexpensive if done correctly! Because of disinformation about iodine, the key is to find a qualified well informed (literate) clinician that can help you replace iodine safely.

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pproximately 100 years ago our government knew most people in our country suffered from too little iodine, severe cases evidenced by enlarged thyroids, known as goiters. To compensate, iodine was then added to salt (i.e. iodized salt) and flour to make baked goods. Unfortunately, this was barely enough to feed the thyroid gland, where most iodine is stored. This effort didn’t even take into consideration the trillions of other cells in our body which require iodine every second, like the breasts and prostate for a variety of metabolic functions, including energy production, hormone activity, the uptake of nutrients and other vital processes. Symptoms experienced with iodine deficiency include feeling tired and fatigued, gaining weight, having difficulty sleeping or feeling refreshed upon waking, or suffering from brain fog? Women may experience breast tenderness, lumps or cysts. Men may deal with symptoms of an enlarged prostate. To make matters worse, toxic bromine and fluorine are now added to our food,

clothing/textiles and even our medications which drive out of our bodies what little precious Iodine we have. Once these chemicals have entered the body, they can persist for decades. Because of this, they

2. Iodine: why you need it, why you can’t live without it Brownstein - Medical Alternatives Press - 2014

Partial list of potential toxic, iodinedisplacing Bromine sources: 1. Pool/hot tub cleaning chemicals 2. Flame retardants used in children’s clothing, fabrics for home, textiles like carpeting, materials in cars and airplanes 3. Salting roads for ice in colder climates, 4. Dough/flour conditioner found in most, if not all baked goods, cereals, crackers, cookies 3. Agrichemicals (pesticides), used especially on berries 4. Citrus flavored sport/ energy drinks (Brominated Vegetable oils, BVO’s)

1. Many medications including asthma medications, Prozac and most statin (cholesterol lowering) drugs 2. Antibiotic’s including ciprofloxacin and other fluoroquinolone antibiotic’s, some of which have been pulled from the market and others now a “black box” warning by the FDA (why take any chances?) 3. Teflon cookware, especially if scratched at all (!) 4. Fabrics with anti-wrinkle properties

Partial list of toxic, iodine-displacing Fluorine: November 2018

Air Quality in the Home by Shanna Rivera and Noemia Strapazzon

ccording to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Americans spend 90 percent of their time indoors at home or in an office. Thermographic screenings reveal the impact of air quality on health in everything from sinus infections to chronic inflammation. They have demonstrated that these conditions improve significantly when air quality is improved. Air quality includes air circulation, humidity and the presence of volatile organic compounds (VOC), an off-gassing byproduct found in pesticides, cleaning chemicals, paint, non-stick pans, furniture and some types of flooring. Humidity should remain between 30 percent and 50 percent. Most houses will need a dehumidifier to maintain this level. Choose solid wood furniture over

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pressed wood products. Much of the furniture and cabinetry on the market today is made from particleboard, plywood or medium-density fiberboard, all which offgas formaldehyde. Also consider the finish on solid wood furniture. Ideally, select furniture with low-VOC, water-based or wax-based finishes. Tile is generally a safe, non-toxic flooring option and is easy to maintain. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to ask about the safety of the grout, the ventilation process used during installation and any other materials used that could cause toxic fumes. Hardwood floors make removing dust and other allergens relatively easy. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to choose a non-toxic finish. Linoleum flooring is made from all-natural and biodegradable materials that include linseed oil, cork dust, pine resin and wood. It is very resilient and can last as long as 30 to 40 years.

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Carpet and vinyl are not good choices. New carpet installation is a huge contributor to indoor air pollution and involves formaldehyde, benzene and stain repellents. One recent study found that most vinyl flooring contained toxic phthalates, lead, cadmium, brominated flame retardants and other toxic chemicals that can contribute to indoor air pollution by drifting out of the flooring and merge with the air and dust inside homes. Thermal imaging is one way to determine if air quality is affecting health. These scans reveal heat imbalances in the body that indicate inflammation and the need for further investigation. They can be used for possible early cancer detection and to prevent future health issues. Shanna Rivera is a certified clinical thermographic technician and the owner of FlowWell. For more information, visit FlowWell.org.

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Indoor Greenery Removes Airborne Toxins long with naturally beautifying a home, many indoor plants help purify air quality often contaminated by chemicals found in common household products and furnishings. A recent study by the State University of New York at Oswego found that bromeliads absorbed up to 80 percent of pollutants from volatile organic compounds (VOC) emitted by paint, furniture, printers, dry-cleaned clothes and other household products. Other plants that scored highly for purifying the air of VOCs in airtight container tests were dracaena and spider plants (ScienceAlert.com). In related news, peace lilies have been shown to be effective in reducing airborne ammonia. NASA scientists have discovered that Boston fern, rubber plants, English ivy, devil’s ivy, peace lily, mum and gerbera daisies help clear the air of the formaldehyde often used in insulation, carpeting and particleboard furniture. (RodalesOrganicLife.com) Environmental scientist B.C. Wolverton’s book How to Grow Fresh Air: 50 House Plants that Purify Your Home or Office cites ferns as another good plant for removing formaldehyde from the home. Ferns are nontoxic, making them good indoor plants for pet owners per the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Indoor levels of formaldehyde can also be reduced by potting areca palm, amstel king ficus and weeping fig plants, according to MotherEarthLiving.com. The website also cites how dragon tree plants can help remove xylene (used in solvents), trichloroethylene (found primarily in adhesives) and toluene (a solvent and gasoline additive) from the air. Beyond improving air quality, indoor plants also boost ambient oxygen levels, lower mold counts and serve as a natural humidifier and mood enhancer.

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Open the windows for at least 20 minutes daily, even in the winter months, to improve air quality and reduce the CO2 level. Mop or vacuum at least once a week, Avoid carpet in the bedrooms. Wash sheets and blankets once a week. Choose unscented, plant-based detergents; use castile soap or washing soda and borax for laundry.

Add plants to help improve the air: • Aloe Vera is easy to grow and filters benzene, commonly found in paint and chemical cleaners. • Peace Lily is a beautiful plant that reduces the levels of mold spores. In bathrooms, it can help keep shower tiles and curtains free from mildew, and the plant can absorb harmful vapors from alcohol and acetone. • Spider plant leaves grow quickly and help to absorb harmful substances like mold and other allergens, so it is the perfect plant for those that have common dust allergies. It also helps to absorb small traces of formaldehyde and carbon monoxide.

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ccording to the Environmental Working Group (EWG) Dirty Dozen report on the 12 worst hormone-altering chemicals lurking in food, water, plastic containers, fire retardants, pesticides, water-resistant coatings on clothing, furniture and carpet, old lead paint and non-stick cookware, as well as cleaning products, personal care products and cosmetics, our body is subject to the endless tricks that they play. Some examples of these pranks range from increasing the production of certain hormones and decreasing the production of others, imitating hormones or turning one hormone into another and interfering with hormone signaling, and telling cells to die prematurely to competing with essential nutrients, binding to essential hormones and accumulating in organs that produce hormones. An EWG survey and product study of teenagers that use more personal care products daily than an average adult woman revealed adolescent girls across the U.S. are contaminated with chemicals commonly used those same cosmetics and body care products. EWG detected 16 chemicals from four chemical families in blood and urine samples from 20 teen girls 14 through19 years old—phthalates, controversial chemicals often used to make fragrances last longer; triclosans, antibacterial agents used in soaps, deodorants and mouthwash; parabens, cosmetic preservatives; and musks, synthetic compounds used as fixatives in perfumes. Studies link these chemicals to potential health effects that include cancer and hormone disruption. EWG proposes that teens may be particularly sensitive to trace-level exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals, given the cascade of closely interrelated hormonal signals orchestrating the transformation from childhood to adulthood. While mainstream media has only recently alerted the general public to the problem, beauty and spa experts in Southwest Florida have been offering organic and far less toxic alternatives for nearly a decade. November 2018

The first step in calming chronic inflammation is to start with the removal of things that create inflammation in the first place.

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place. The standard American diet (SAD) is full of processed foods that have little or no true nutritional value and plenty of inflammation inducing ingredients. Once you remove these, you will begin to notice more energy, improved sleep, less cravings and increased physical comfort.

What needs to be removed? Three of the biggest offenders •

Sugar. This is number one, and unfortunately found in almost every processed food. According to a study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, “Sugar produces more symptoms than is required in order to be considered an addictive substance… In both animals and humans, the evidence shows substantial parallels between drugs of abuse and sugar from the standpoint of neurochemistry as well as behavior.” This means we need to be vigilant in our efforts to reduce sugar because we are fighting against an addictive substance.

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A healthy body can handle up to 25 grams of added sugar a day for women and 37 grams for men in order to maintain healthy blood sugar levels and keep inflammation away. To put this into perspective, blended coffee drinks at popular coffee chains contain between 75 and 176 grams of added sugar. That is 3 to 7 times more than an entire day should include. Our bodies are not designed to take in and process this amount of added sugar, especially when separated from the fiber and other vital nutrients found in natural whole foods. For example, the natural sugars in an organic apple will provide satisfying sweetness while mixed with plenty of water, fiber and natural vitamins and minerals. Tropical fruits (bananas, mangoes, pineapples) should be limited to once a week since they have a much higher level of fructose than other types of fruit. Read labels carefully and stick to whole foods as much as possible.

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Trans fats. These are listed on food labels as “partially hydrogenated oils”. There is no safe amount of trans fat, so don’t worry about how many grams you can have per day, just avoid them as much as possible. They are found in processed foods, baked goods, fried foods, creamers, premade cookie dough and more to promote longer shelf life. Read labels carefully to be sure you are not ingesting these. According to The Harvard School of Public Health, who published a review of multiple well controlled studies and randomized trials, it has been found that trans fatty acids cause systematic inflammation, as well as a multitude of other risk factors for chronic diseases. Dairy. Dairy is one of the primary inflammatory foods for most people, although many are unaware they even have a sensitivity to it. More than half the population is unable to produce the enzymes required to break down lactose. Many people are so used to feeling tired or putting up with acne, headaches and sinus issues that they do not correlate these to the inflammatory process caused by dairy. You can test this for yourself by removing dairy from your diet completely for two full weeks and then adding it back in. If you notice a sudden breakout, headaches or bloating, these are signs that dairy is inflammatory for you.

flavonoids, sulforaphane and many other beneficial compounds, which give them their powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. •

Blueberries. They are full of anthocyanins, which are amazing antioxidants, and quercetin, which is a powerful anti-inflammatory. As an added bonus, quercetin has been shown to protect against oxidative stress in the brain, which in turn slows age-related memory and motor decline.

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Bone Broth. If you haven’t tried this one yet, it is highly recommended. Bone broth contains glucosamine and chondroitin in a form that is very easy for the body to absorb, soothing achy joints and reducing inflammation. It also contains important minerals such as calcium and magnesium, which also reduce inflammation when they are combined.

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Green Tea. Some of the many benefits of drinking green tea include weight

down. The fiber content in green leafy veggies regulates healthy digestion and weight management, which also helps keep inflammation at bay. •

Broccoli. Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables contain high levels of

What to add to help reduce inflammation? Five favorite anti-inflammatory foods •

Green–leafy veggies. We’ve all heard this one and it is tried and true. No matter what diet plan you may try, it includes green leafy vegetables. That is because they are full of vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. Antioxidants are very important for inflammation reduction. Some antioxidants prevent oxidation of our cells and others are scavengers that go out and clean up cells that have already been damaged, keeping inflammation November 2018

management and prevention of cancer, heart disease and even Alzheimer’s. These are not the only amazing things green tea can do. It is also an extremely powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory due to its high polyphenol content. •

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which in turn causes low level chronic inflammation. Take a short walk outside, listen to calming music, snuggle a pet—do anything that will help you reconnect with what is real, here and now rather than the worry-wheel that may be in your head.

De-stress. Take time throughout the day to re-center and let go of stress. Continuous mental, physical and emotional stress raises cortisol levels,

Get the right amount of sleep. Studies are showing that too much or too little sleep can contribute to inflammation. About 7 to 8 hours is the amount that most adults need. Less than 7 or more than 8 hours have been associated with increased levels of C-reactive proteins (the level of these proteins rise in response to inflammation).

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Move your body. If you are feeling achy, this may sound counterintuitive, but movement is essential to reducing inflammation. Exercise increases blood flow and pumps lymph to allow accumulated toxins to leave the body more efficiently. Walking and basic stretching are great inflammation reducers.

By incorporating inflammation reducing foods, removing inflammatory substances and giving your body the rest and movement it needs, you can begin to experience new levels of well-being to help you live your most vibrant life. Kristin Pomeroy is a Wellness and Success Coach and owner of The Vibrant Living Project. She holds certifications in Plant Based Nutrition and Clinical Aromatherapy and is also a Certified Raw Food Trainer, Certified Success Principles Trainer and holds a master’s of Education. For more information, visit TheVibrantLivingProject.com.

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Downtown Miami Riverwalk Festival and Boat Parade - This event is being organized in order to showcase the Miami Riverwalk to visitors and local residents. It will also continue to highlight and promote this new and upcoming area of Downtown Miami. 10am-4pm. Miami Riverwalk at One Miami. Free For more information, 305-416-6868.

NOVEMBER 3 & 10 Free class on Yoga Therapy for Bone Health and Osteoporosis - 9:45-11 a.m - Learn a sequence of postures designed to promote bone health and reverse bone loss. Preregistration required. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 1-305-441-9441.

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Free yoga therapy classes for Parkinson’s and other neuro-motor degenerative disorders 1:30-2:30 p.m - to increase balance, strength, and well-being. Participants may bring one caregiver. Sponsored by a community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation. Space is limited; for times and preregistration, Locations: Thursdays at Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133; Saturdays at Holy Cross Hospital, 4725 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. 1-305-441-9441.

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NOVEMBER 8 & 15 Free class on Therapeutic Yoga for the Lower Back and Hips - 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m - Practice poses designed to stretch and strengthen the lower back and hips and reverse the effects of long hours of sitting. Preregistration required; Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 1-305-441-9441. Free yoga therapy classes for Parkinson’s and other neuro-motor degenerative disorders - 1-2 p.m - to increase balance, strength, and well-being. Participants may bring one caregiver. Sponsored by a community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation. Space is limited; for times and preregistration, Locations: Thursdays at Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133; Saturdays at Holy Cross Hospital, 4725 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. 1-305-441-9441.

NOVEMBER 9 - 11 Annual Greek Festival - St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church - A South Florida tradition. Immerse yourself in the lively and fun Greek culture for a day. Come enjoy traditional delicious Greek cuisine, wine, music and dancing. Parking is available as well as a shuttle service. Entry is $5. 7901 N. Kendall, 305- 595-1343

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Free Healing Session with Cristovao Brilho 5:00pm - Courtyard Marriott of Coral Gables 2051 S. Le Jeune Rd. - free parking call 786-295-8665 must arrive by 5:00pm.

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NOVEMBER 11 - 18 Miami Book Fair International - The book fair is an annual literary event that includes presentations by renowned author’s, book sales and exhibits, street fair and entertainment, book appraisals and displays education programs for children and young adults. 9am-6pm at 300 NE 2nd Avenue. 305-237-3258

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Free information Workshop at The Miami Center for Holistic Healing - 6-7pm - Meet our new practitioner and learn about the exiting and innovative weight loss and stress management programs being offered. Enjoy a FREE body composition analysis. Space is limited, please RSVP april. hanemann@me.com

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Free Nutritional talk with Kara & What is Lymphatic Therapy with Raisa - 12 - 1 pm. Top 10 Healthy Brain Foods, what’s your food IQ? Everything you wanted to know about Lymphatic therapy, but didn’t know to ask! Delicious snacks served. Office of Emmanuela Wolloch, MD. 1801 NE 123 ST. S.415, North Miami, 33181. 305-935-8775

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Cranksgiving Bicycle Food Drive Alleycat Race - Bring $10 to purchase food items. A bag & lock are essential. All bikes welcomed. Riders will go to 5 or 7 grocery store checkpoints and buy nonperishable food items from a checklist. There is no registration fee, the $10 goes to purchase the items. All collected goods will be donated to Camillus House at the end of the race. 2 pm signup & 2:30 pm race begins at Government Center, 101 NW 1st Street in Miami, Fl 33128. Recharge + Restore: Yoga & Spa at the Carillon Hotel - 3pm - Awaken all your senses in this yoga class led by Victoria Brunacci. Starting with a Chakra meditation, followed by a vinyasa flow for all levels, and ending with a deep relaxation with aromatherapy and sound healing. Allow yourself to recharge and restore your body and mind At Carillon Miami Wellness Resort, $40.00. 6801 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, Florida 33141

NOVEMBER 17 & 18 Guru Kula at AUM: Free yoga therapy - presentations with AUM’s yoga therapists in training. Learn how yoga therapy can address migraines, chronic pain, teen anxiety, osteoarthritis, birthrelated issues, depression, and scoliosis. Space is limited; reserve. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 1-305-441-9441.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Christmas Tree Lighting and Food Truck Invasion at Bayfront Park - The official kick off to the holiday season in downtown Miami takes place the day after Thanksgiving as Bayfront Park unveils its 50-foot tree covered with glittering lights, accompanied by cheery holiday music and Miami’s legendary food trucks! 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, tree lighting at 7:00 pm to be confirmed, Bayfront Park 301 Free. Go online for parking details.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Coconut Grove Food & Wine Festival - 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Delicious Restaurant samplings, Fine wine & spirits tastings, Rum Bars, Craft beer, Culinary Demos, Lots of family entertainment including a Kid’s Zone, Doggies Bark in the Park Contest, Waiters’ Race, Miami Cuban Sandwich Smackdown Contest and a Holiday bazaar featuring many local exhibitors and vendors. Peacock Park at 2820 McFarlane Road in Coconut Grove

NOVEMBER 30 MIAMI LANTERN LIGHT FESTIVAL - A spectacular evening of dazzling lights, colors, shapes, and themes. The Lantern Light festival is a six week celebration of Chinese culture featuring massive lanterns, inspiring performances, and incredible cuisine. Each Chinese lantern is custom-built by Chinese artisans and typically takes four weeks and a team of seven to complete. The lanterns are handmade from hundreds of pieces of silky cloth. Some are over 30 feet high and others are up to 300 feet long. Miami-Dade County Fairgrounds at 10901 SW 24th Street,Miami, FL 33165. See website for more details.

floridakeys NOVEMBER 1 - 3 Annual Parrot Heads in Key West, Meeting of the Minds - Several thousand fans of singer/songwriter/ author Jimmy Buffett, known as Parrot Heads, make an annual pilgrimage to the subtropical island that inspired many of Buffett’s hits. Parrot Head club members focus on charitable, environmental, educational and humanitarian activities. Highlights include concerts by Buffett band members and friends, plus notable “trop” rockers. While most events are open only to registered Parrot Heads, the public is invited to the musical Margaritaville Street Fest on famed Duval Street.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Annual Key Largo Chamber of Commerce Annual Cook-Off - The culinary competition is open to professional and amateur cooks and chefs, as well as young aspiring chefs. Categories include soups and chowders, appetizers, main dishes, sides and salads, and desserts. Contact 305-451-1414

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Key Largo Bridge Run - 6:45am, Enjoy the sun rise where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Gulf waters during the inaugural run over part of the historic 18 mile stretch to “The Gateway to the Keys.” Every participant awarded a t-shirt & medal. For registration, visit Website for details. Key Largo, 835 Largo Road Key Largo, FL.

save the date SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Source & Synchronicities Course – Nov 10-11. Participants may access the Power of Source and the Power of Consciousness in 3 important life zones: healing, love and wealth. Preethaji, an enlightened sage and founder of O&O Academy, along with her faculty, will be teaching via webcast from India. Miami Airport Marriott, 1201 NW LeJeune Rd, Miami. More info, Juan Carlos: 305-215-5333 or Max: 305-987-3429. Register: ooacademyusa.org/course/source-synchronicities.

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Feature: Strengthen Organ Vitality Plus: Healthy Homes

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Feature: Heart Health Plus: Socially Conscious Investing

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Feature: Nutrition Upgrades Plus: Managing Allergies

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Feature: Sustainable Living Plus: Creative Arts Therapy

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Mariners Hospital Gordon Present 10k/5k Walk/ Run - This popular race combines a scenic route in the Florida Keys with a Wellness Fair with free cholesterol, glucose screenings as well as massage therapy. This race starts at 7:30AM from the Treasure Village Montessori School, MM 86.7 Islamorada. Proceeds benefit Center For Excellence in Nursing at Mariners Hospital. Register early, online.

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Visit the Family-Friendly Sheriff’s Animal Farm! Looking for a fun place to take the kids? The Sheriff’s Animal Farm is open 1 - 3 p.m. Bring the family and come visit the many animals at the farm. It is free of charge, but donations are welcomed because that is how the farm is sustained. The farm is located just off of College Road, on Stock Island, at the Sheriff’s Office Headquarters complex. Open house is held the second and fourth Sundays of the month. Contact: Farmer Jeanne Selander 305-293-7300.

In Honor of Veterans Day: Fee Free Day at Florida National Parks The National Park Service is to honor all military veterans with special events and free entrance to all 401 national parks for everyone for Veterans Day, including Everglades National Park and Dry Tortugas National Park. At Dry Tortugas National Park, a variety of remarkable experiences await visitors who venture out to this remote national park, including camping, snorkeling, bird watching, or fishing. Visitors also enjoy exploring Fort Jefferson, the largest all-masonry fort in the United States. It was built between 1846 and 1875 to protect the nation’s gateway to the Gulf of Mexico.

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Feature: Mental & Emotional Well-Being Plus: Healthy Vision

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Feature: Oral Health Plus: Chiropractic Care

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Feature: Natural Sleep Solutions Plus: Optimal Thyroid Function

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Feature: Uplifting Humanity Plus: Earth-Friendly Holidays

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sunday Shiva’s Circle of Fire: Yoga and Meditation in Motion. 10-11:30 -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 305948-6878 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.

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 Power of Meditation – 9 - 9:45pm – 2nd & 4th Monday. Conference Call – 312-757-3121 code: 698805965. Free. 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. Military Mondays at Hirooka’s - 50% off Kitesurfing or Paddleboarding for all Military and Public Service Personnel - Hirooka Surf & Sport, 2377 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL. 954-444-3942 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.

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Kids Yoga & Mind Body Yoga - 4:30pm - Synergy Yoga South Beach, call 305-538-7073, 844 Alton Rd Fl 2, Miami Beach, FL 33139.

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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. Yoga and Meditation Class – 7 – 7:45. Free. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way. RSVP Lawrence 305-926-3578. 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. Laughter Yoga Sessions - $5.00 each - 9:30-10:15 AM, North Shore Youth Center 501 72nd Street, Miami Beach 33141, 305-861-3616.

wednesday Guided Meditation - All levels welcome- 7 pmDonations-3390 Mary Street Suite 116, Coconut Grove- Please RSVP 305-607-8627 Connected Warriors - Free Yoga Classes for Veterans and Families of Veterans - 3pm at Brickell Hot Yoga 301 SW 17th Road, 33129 305-856-1387. Free orientations for PTS and pain relief with discount services for military or vets. The Banyan Holistic Please call 305-663-5696 to schedule 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. Drub-Dhe Meditation- 7:25-9:30pm. Freedonations are welcome. Regency House 353 West 47th St., Flat 7A, Miami Beach. Contact: Robert Phuntsog Ngo-drub 305-213-2577. 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 dance experience necessary. 9:30-10:30am. $5. 786-662-8106. Jazzercise® - $5. M&W 6:30pm. South Miami Community Center 5800 SW 66 St. Ongoing 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 for aromatherapy workshop at 7:30pm at American Apothecary of Kendall 12232 SW 132 CT, Miami Fl 33186, 305 598-2822 (calls & texts)

thursday 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! - 5:30-6:45pm 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 - 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. 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.

saturday SW Community Farmers’ Market- in Tropical Park, 7900 Bird Rd. Every Saturday, 9:00am3:00pm. 305- 663- 0917. EBT/SNAP welcome. Afterlife Discussion Group - 2nd Sat. Monthly. 1-3pm Free Public Library 9445 Coral Way

Miami Like An Angel: Fashion Model Workout For All Women 10am & 6pm. South Pointe Park South Beach $25 Victoria’s Secret PT. Text/ Call 305-800-0608

Islamorada Fitness MM 85.9 bayside. Bring a towel or exercise mat and a pillow. (Sponsored by Keys To Peace. 305-619-0534.

Ayurvedic Sessions - Call to set up appointments -Just OM Yoga Studio, 7227 SW 57th Ct, South Miami. (305)665-4982

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.

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.

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.

Yoga with Drishti- 9:00 am - at Biscayne Park Recreation Center, 11400 NE 9th Court. 305-335-7618.

Meditation- Free. 7pm. Unity Church, 9591 Overseas Highway, Marathon.

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.

Tai Chi – 7pm. $15. Coffee Mill Dance and Yoga Studio, 916 Pohalski St, Key West, 1-305-296-9982; 1-305-735-3519.

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. Miami Springs Farmer’s Market 10:00-3:00 - Along the 100 block of Curtiss Pkwy Miami Springs.

floridakeys sunday 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.

wednesday Ancient Indian Meditation - 6:30-8:30pm. 1-305292-6958. 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. 10:30am-12:30pm. 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

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.

Salsa Dance Lessons- 7:30-9pm. Paradise Health & Fitness. 1796 N.Roosevelt Blvd. 1-305-296-6348.

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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monday

Healing Yoga/Meditation – 9am. $10 Islander Resort, MM82.1 Oceanside. 1-305-664-2031

Cardio-Sculpting Class 8:30-9:20am. Pirate Wellness Center, MM21.4 Cudjoe Key. 1-305-744-3348 Aerobic Dance - 1-1:55pm. CoffeMill Dance. 916 Pohalski St. 1-305-296-9982.

tuesday

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.

Healing Yoga/Meditation – 9am. donation The Village Square, MM81 Bayside. 1-305-853-1003. Free Guided Relaxation Class - 7 -8 PM at

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Updated services now include: hypnotherapy, CranioSacral Therapy, physical therapy, Energy healing/Reiki; acupuncture, guided meditation, shamanic healing, sound healing, Chi-gong, Yoga, Tai-Chi, 2 ric Oxygen (O ) Massage therapy, Talk therapy, apy Healing & Matrix Energetics. Treatments are for adults and children. nd Neurological Conditions aric O2 Therapy 00 Pure O2)

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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Healing for Wound Care and Neurological Conditions, Using 100% Pure O2. We also provide colonics & IV vitamin treatments for natural healing and detox. See ad, page 23.

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Laura H. Betts, ANDI IT, HCO, CHT 4654 North University Drive Lauderhill FL 33351 954-749-9998 info@HyperbaricsRx.com

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT): We exclusively provide HBOT utilizing hospital grade hyperbaric chambers in a compassionate, professional environment.

APRIL HANEMANN RN, BSN, NC-BC Miami Center for Holistic Healing 305-801-0646 aprilhanemann.com

April is a Board Certified Integrative Nurse Coach. She works with groups and individuals in search of a natural approach to create lasting change in areas such as weight loss, nutritional healing, and stress management.

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LAURA PFEFFER, LMT, CLT 305-878-7612 www.circholistic.com

Decongest your Lymphatic system to Support your b o d y ’s n a t u r a l detoxification & healing functions (breast & prostate health, pre & post-surgery, weight loss). Restore optimal lymph flow for overall wellbeing. Feel relaxed, lighter, more energetic!

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Karen Bravo (Levy), MD 305-505-0455 • www.kbholistic.com

Achieve healing/aesthetics from within! Detox protocols, Ozone therapy-IV, prolozone. Platelet Rich Plasma -Vampire Facial®, Vampire Face Lift®), ED / Peyronie’s Disease via Priapus Shot®, O-Shot®, Vampire Breast Lift®, Hair Loss/scar therapy. Hormone Balancing. See ad, page 7.

SCHOOLS EVERGLADES UNIVERSITY

5002 T-Rex Ave #100, Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 912-1211 • 888.772.6077

Everglades University is an accredited, private not-for-profit university offering bachelor’s and master’s degree programs online and on-campus. The University combines small class sizes and innovative programs with traditional academic values. See ad, page 3

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Debra Geymayr, Directress, serving So. Florida over 16 yrs., teaching specialty prenatalpostnatal w/baby yoga, hypnobirthing & childbirth ed., breast feeding/newborn care classes and more…see Holistic South for natural, midwifery care & waterbirth options.

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Get paid while you travel and see the world! As an active Certified Travel Agent I can teach you how to get paid while going on vacation. Relax, Take Some Time for Yourself and begin your dream by contacting me Today! Fulfill your bucket list of travel destinations. Ask your friends and families that travel to book through you and earn commission! The possibilities are endless. See ad, page 33.

KEVIN O’BRIEN

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Align Your Mind & Body, Create A Life You Love. Integrative Therapies promoting physical well-being, peace of mind, and personal fulfillment. Spiritual Life Coaching, Law Of Attraction, Transformational Workshops, Kripalu Yoga, Deep Tissue Massage.

SYNERGY YOGA SOUTH BEACH 844 Alton Road, 2nd Floor www.synergyyoga.org 305-538-7073

Offering Yoga and Healing Arts since 1997. Find Hatha, Ashtanga, Restorative, Kundalini, Hot Yoga, Yin Yoga, Prenatal, Kids Yoga, Vinyasa and Power! Traditional Yoga Alliance registered school for yoga Teacher Training’s, as well Reiki Certifications, Thai Massage and more. First Class Free for locals.See ad, page 28.

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“There is no clearer or more hope-filled guide for thriving during these confusing times of breakdown-breakthrough.” - Linda Sechrist, Senior Staff Writer, Natural Awakenings Magazine

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November 2018

“An Attorney Who Cares” “As a Holistic Attorney, my approach is to resolve conﬂict fairly and with a minimal amount of controversy and expense.”

Angie Angelis Law, LLC Attorney at Law

13554 SW 47th Lane, Suite 100 Miami, FL 33175 AngieAngelisLaw.com angie@angieangelislaw.com

305-598-2540 Fax: 1-305-330-9248

“The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely on advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualiﬁcations and experience.”

SERVICES AVAILABLE • Real Estate Representation

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Member of (Met Law) Hyatt and US Legal Plans

Miami-Dade/Florida Keys