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contents natural awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

22 bE haPPy rIght now

The Top Five Regrets of the Dying

by Bronnie Ware

23 grEEn MErry MakIng Retro-Fresh Family Traditions by Claire O’Neil

25 ‘tIs thE sEason to bE wIsE

Rejuvenate and Birth Creativity

by Lane Vail

27 PEacE on our PlatEs Mindful Eating for Peace by Judith Fertig

30 swEEt sluMbEr

Co-Sleeping in the Family Bed

by Mark Sisson

32 Eckhart tollE The Heaven Within

by Eric Nelson

35 too Much

togEthErnEss?

Exercise Helps Family Holidays by Sarah Todd

36 sIMPlIFy thE sEason Family gift-giving tips by Usha Mangrulkar

Uncover your blocks to joy and fulfillment.

Call 855-200-SOUL (7685) now for your FREE Introductory Coaching Session. Get your FREE Transformational eBook at www.SoulAwakeningCourse.com.

38 PEt FIrst-aID kIts

All-Natural Home Health Care

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39 FEEDIng bIrDs wEll Parroting a Wild Diet by Sandy Lender

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ur theme this month is Awakening Humanity. It seems like a fairly broad topic, because is could mean so many different things. Awakening, according to the Random House dictionary, is defined as "a recognition, realization or coming into awareness of something..." For you word buffs, it obviously comes from the "awaken," with the root from the old English meaning of "to spring into being." It actually makes sense. For example, refer to the name of our magazine, Natural Awakenings, which could be interpreted as to spring into being...naturally. So this month we're focuing on ways you and your family can "spring into being," and it's wrapped around a timely holiday theme. The articles and other content will help you and your family celebrate a healthier, stress-free and green holiday season, with others in mind. We hope you enjoy and benefit. Our Conscious Eating article this month might be of particular interest. Peace on Our Plates explores "the connections between our food choices and the health and well-being of ourselves, our families, communities and the world." The article explains how moving toward the plant-based World Peace Diet will help feed everybody, and do it on a fraction of the land currently used. There's a few recipes too. You'll also want to check out our Wise Words feature this month. In it the writer explains, using the wisdom of Eckhart Tolle, how "spiritual insights" aren't necessarily etheral. In fact, they are somewhat practical and help make this life more fulfilling. As we plan for the coming new year, we want to give everyone a preview of our coming January issue. We're preparing for a special health & wellness edition. This expanded issue will help all of you launch the new year with healthy, nutritional and fit choices. We'll have articles, news and other content provided by both local and national experts. You won't want to miss it. Watch for it to be circulated during the last week of December. In closing, we want to wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season. We hope you spring into being...naturally!

We welcome your ideas, articles and comments.

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newsbriefs Local T-shirt Business Promotes Recycling

ree to be yoga tees®, wants to remind everyone to recycle this holiday season. The free to be yoga tees line, made from sustainable fabrics, offers styles made from recycled materials. The unisex t-shirts and hoodies are made from 50% organic cotton and 50% recycled plastic bottles. When a bottle is recycled, it gets melted down and spun into polyester fibers for textiles. Free to be’s eco tote is made from 80% recycled cotton and 20% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles. Americans use about 100 billion shopping bags annually, and only 5% are recycled. “Reusable bags can really cut down on waste”, says Julie Geisinger, owner/designer at Free to be yoga tees. “If you use your eco tote in place of two plastic bags at least twice a week, you save about 16 bags per month and 192 per year from ending up in a landfill.”

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ovestrong™, DeClaire Medicine for Movement, celebrated its second anniversary in November. Movestrong is a new concept to fitness that allows everyone of all ages and fitness levels to improve their health and overall wellbeing. In two years, Movestrong has helped people in the community lose over 270 pounds and over 170 inches off their waistlines. “Individuals in our complete wellness program demonstrate the most weight loss and health benefits because individuals are not only coached on exercise but nutrition also," says Adrienne LeGasse Montgomery, Director of Health & Wellness at Movestrong. "Clients receive private nutritional consultations and personalized exercise programs to keep them motivated. This combination is key to weight loss success. Exercise is only one part of weight loss and what you put into your body is the other important component. Movestrong is a place where empathy and expertise come together to empower individuals." Movestrong offers state-of-the art equipment, including a PGA golf simulator and a comfortable environment. They also provide instruction, oversight of orthopedic physicians, physical therapists and medical consultation to members when needed.

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newsbriefs Shelby Twp Dentist Hosting Kids Holiday Coloring Contest

r. Heather Pranzarone Stratton of HPS Advanced Dental Care, located in Shelby Township, is having a kids holiday coloring contest to encourage children to have a fun experience about coming to the dental office. "Sometimes children do not have a positive perception about the dental office," they explain, "and we want children’s first experience to be a positive one. The children can come to HPS Advanced Dental Care, tour the office and meet the staff to see how fun it is. While they are here they will help display their colored picture and receive a complimentary oral healthcare gift set." HPS Advanced Dental Care, and "Dr. Heather," who has been in practice for 11 years, practice a full range of biocompatible, mercury-free services for the entire family. HPS Advanced Dental Care is located at 4741 24 Mile Rd., Suite C, Shelby Township. For more information, visit MercuryFreeDentistry.com or call 248-652-0024. See ad page 11.

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Living Balanced Author to Speak at Local December Events

tacey Kimbrell, Certified Natural Health Professional, Chemical Awareness Advocate, nationally known Speaker, Author of Living Balanced and Founder of Living Anointed will be speaking at two local events in December. On the 2nd, she will speak on How Stress and Negative Emotions Effect Your Health in Flint. Then on the 7th, she will be one of the featured speakers at the Winter Health and Wellness Conference in Swartz Creek, where Young Living Oils founder D. Gary Young is a special guest. Stacey Kimbrell Kimbrell's journey started when she became horrified by the number of chemicals and unidentifiable ingredients found in common cleaning supplies, cosmetics, personal care products, baby products and foods her family used daily. The more research she did, the more convinced she was that her family’s health issues stemmed from toxins in these products. As a result, Kimbrell wrote the book Living Balanced, and created her company, Living Anointed, to provide educational guidance by teaching, speaking, bio-feedback scanning and consulting services. For the last 6 years her family has been prescription and over-the-counter medicine free. “We all know we won’t live forever," she says, But while we are on the earth, we can live a happier, healthier and more productive life if we replace toxins with the nourishing foods and essential oils God created.” The December 2nd event is being held at 7pm, America's Best Value Inn, 6075 Hill 23 Dr., Flint. Admission to this event is free. The Young Living Oils Winter Health & Wellness Conference is at The New Haven Field House, located at 5213 Linden Rd., Swartz Creek. Tickets for the conference are available for purchase by visiting LivingAnointed.com or by calling 810-423-5721. See her ad page 19. www.naeastMichigan.com

Healthy Hydration Drink Helps Fight Diabetes

Why Wellness Chiropractic? Because, we live our lives through our nervous system.

eter Andoni, co-owner of Shields Restaurants and Pizzerias, had a deep desire to create a hydration drink that his son, Alex, who has Type 1 Juvenile Diabetes, could enjoy. With the help of his wife, Andoni achieved his goal by creating Nutri-Twist Wow Water, a healthy hydration drink available in three flavors; Strawberry Kiwi, Berry Fusion and Tropical Citrus.

Right now, your heart is beating. Everything in your body – is functioning in a coordinated effort thanks to your nervous system—the master and controller of your body. Call today to learn how Chiropractic Care featuring Space Foundation Certified Technology can Change Your Life. Super Bowl Champions, Olympic Gold medalists, scores of world-class athletes. They have all benefited from the type of modern day chiropractic care available at our practice.

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Improve Your Health Andoni says; “impacted by the lack of healthy choices available, I made the commitment to my son and to all children to create and offer healthier beverages.” Nutri-Twist Wow Water is gluten free, has no high fructose corn syrup or artificial flavors, colors, or sugar, is caffeine free, and contains Vitamins B, C, and D. You can find Nutri-Twist Wow Water in markets and restaurants throughout Southeast Michigan, including Hillers, Nino Salvaggio, Westborn Market locations, Shields, Birmingham Athletic Club, Leo’s Coney Island locations, Holiday Markets in Royal Oak, Crispelli’s and Market Basket. The drink is also offered in some school districts, and online at Amazon.com For more information about the product, nutritional values and more, visit their website at NutriTwistWater.com

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Our treatment and wellness center has a holistic & personal approach that has over 90% positive results success rate for chronic and difficult cases from patients in our care. We offer: Chiropractic Structural Care Weight Loss • Detox Programs Massage/Muscle Therapy Science-based Nutrition Colon Hydrotherapy and much, much more!

newsbriefs miHealth Scans Now Available in Lapeer

ebekah’s Pure Living in Lapeer is now taking appointments for NES miHealth scans. The NES miHealth is a compact, hand-held, electronic, multi-functional instrument applied directly to the skin or used a short distance from the body, with the aim of harmonizing the self-adaptation and regulation systems of the body. "The device utilizes short pulsed electrical waves and magnetic fields of a specific nature and frequency spectrum to achieve this," explains Rebecca Niman, owner of Rebekah's. "These interact with the body’s connective tissue matrix, with the effect of accelerating fatigue recovery within cells, tissues and the mind. It works with the body’s natural energy and information systems to restore balance, and re-activate the body’s own healing mechanisms. It can be used for stress, sleep, cold and flu, pain, anti-aging and more." The miHealth can be used to address both chronic and acute situations and has applications covering physical, energy, mind, well-being, protection, transformation, and other specialist areas. This means that effectively, the body is provided with a map of how to achieve optimum health and wellbeing. Rebekah’s Pure Living, is located at 700 South Main Street, ste 113, Lapeer. To set up your introductory 30-minute scan, call 810-660-8585. Cost is $25. For more information visitt rebekahspureliving.com See ad page 7.

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Concerts and Workshop Celebrate the Tao Of Leadership In Oxford

n Saturday, December 7th, the Karen Joy Theatre / Ecological Awareness Center at Upland Hills School in Oxford will host A Celebration of The Tao Of Leadership. At 7 p.m. "Trio Globo and Special Guests" will perform. The "trio" includes Grammy award winning, harmonica and piano virtuoso Howard Levy; Internationally active concert cellist and Grammy award winner Eugene Friesen; and four time Grammy award winner Frame Drummer /Percussionist Glen Velez. The special guests include Jesse Elder, Ted Strunck and Owen Broder. Tickets are $20. Earlier in the day, at 2 p.m., Eugene Friesen, a.k.a "Chelloman," will put on a solo performance for the whole family with "music and masks." Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children. Also at 2 p.m. Glen Velez will have a Frame Drum Workshop, where those who attend can learn how to play the N African Tar using simple drum language and typical Arabic rhythms. Registration price for the workshop is $50. Upland Hills School is located at 2575 Indian Lake Road, Oxford. For more information, to register or for sponsorship opportunities, call 248-693-2878 or visit UplandHills.org. www.naeastMichigan.com

Novi Full Spectrum IR Sauna Wellness Studio Relocates Warm Up, Lose Weight and Fight Colds This Winter

ovi's MI Sweats Infrared Sauna Studio is pleased to announce their move to a new location in early December. Formerlin the Novi Town Center, MI Sweats is moving to 44480 Grand River, Novi.

"Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), colds and the flu run their course through our schools and workplaces as we anxiously await the spring thaw," explains Bob Mayer, owner of MI Sweats. "There are ways to help alleviate and even prevent many of these things though including staying active, eating healthy and using Infrared Saunas. Our regular clients not only have commented on their weight loss but that they get sick less often and experience milder symptoms than they used to before using our infrared saunas. We have many individuals who come in when they first feel something coming on.” Infrared Saunas have been featured by Dr. Oz on Oprah as a way to help in weight loss and lowering blood pressure. They’ve also been used to reduce pain, recover from workouts, increase flexibility, improve skin and increase immune system response. "MI Sweats is one of the few infrared saunas in the area featuring multiple full spectrum Infrared Saunas made by the manufacturer featured by Dr. Oz on Oprah," adds Mayer. "Plus, you can experience all of the benefits of an infrared sauna in your own private room while watching TV or listening to music." For more information, or a list of studio specials, visit MISweats.com or call Bob Mayer at 248-347-4111. See ad page 17.

Your Child’s Healthy Smile Starts Here at HPS Advanced Dental Care!

e are often asked, “Do you see children at your office.” The answer is Absolutely! We love to see kids and quite honestly they love coming to see us too. I had a mother come in a few years ago and tell me that she was upset. I was of course very alarmed to hear about what. Her daughters age 2 and 5 were asking her every day since their visit to our office when they could come back and get their teeth sparkled and counted. Their constant asking was driving the mother crazy and we had a good laugh about it. The good news was that she did not need to “drag” her kids into the office for their visit. She is definitely not the only parent we have heard this story from. Our goal in seeing children, and all patients, is to allow them to have an absolutely wonderful experience and use materials that we know are biologically compatible so that they enjoy coming back while instilling healthy dental habits that will last a lifetime. As parents we are always looking for the best care for our children and we often have many questions on how to accomplish that. We understand because most of our all female staff are mothers and go through many of the same things that everyone else goes through. I asked my team recently what are some of the most frequently asked questions from parents. Unfortunately, I don’t have room for all of the questions but I will answer a few and if any of you have any questions please call our office and

we can answer them for you. “Can I go back to the room with my child?” Yes. We allow parents to accompany their children into the room. Usually the kids are more comfortable and so are the parents. (I do have to note my children are an exception to this rule!! They do much better when I am not in the room!) “What should I tell my child to expect?” We will count their teeth and sparkle them. We will also look for sugar bugs. They can watch TV while they are having their teeth sparkled (cleaned). Then they get to pick out a toothbrush and a prize from the prize drawer. “Can I schedule my child at the same time as I get my teeth cleaned?” Yes. We often have parents schedule their kids together or come in with their children. If you have any questions please give our office a call and hopefully we can start your children on their journey of a lifetime of healthy, beautiful teeth! Stop by our office and pick up an entry form or go to our website and download the form, for our annual kid’s holiday coloring contest and enter to win one of three $20 gift cards to Toys R Us!! For more information about HPS Advanced Dental Care and Dr. Heather Pranzarone Stratton or to reserve your time with her practice, please call 248-652-0024 or visit MercuryFreeDentalWellness.com They are located at 4741 24 Mile Road, Suite C Shelby Township.

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newsbriefs Warren Yoga Studio Offers Yoga Nidra

trongheart Yoga in Warren is offering the guided meditation class, Yoga Nidra, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., December 13, by yoga instructor Tracy Flynn. Yoga practitioners of all levels are invited to experience the complete physical, mental and emotional relaxation realized through the practice of yoga nidra. In yoga nidra, the mind is in the deepest possible state of relaxation while still maintaining full consciousness.Cost is $20 in advance/$25 walk-in.

An instructor since 1999, Flynn trained with Gary Kraftsow, worldrenowned teacher and founder and director of the American Viniyoga Institute in California. In 2011, she completed the institute’s 500-hour therapist training program. Strongheart Yoga opened in 2011 by Pattie McCann and Dawn Young and offers a variety of daily classes ranging from basic yoga to fun and funky flow. Bringing an exercise mat and pillow is recommended for the Yoga Nidra class. Strongheart Yoga is located at 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd., Warren. For information or to register, visit StrongheartYoga.com or call 248-563-8615. See ad page 54.

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Orion Natural Food Store Celebrates 40 Years

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ohn and Judy Luchkovitz opened Lucky's in 1974 after moving back home to Michigan from California. The business began as Lucky's Produce, Plants and Flowers, which was mostly produce at the time but evolved into Lucky's Natural Foods, a natural foods market with supplements, herbs, diet products and more. Daughter Tanya, who has worked at Lucky’s since she was 11 years old, purchased the business in 1993 and continues today with the help of her daughter

Andrea, granddaughter Lucy and sons Chad, Joe and son-in-law Scott. “There will be specials each month of 2014 to celebrate our 40 years in business as well as prize drawings,” explains Tanya. “We are happy to be a part of this community and to have served such great customers. We look forward to many more years of serving our community.” Lucky’s Natural Foods is located at 101 S. Broadway in Lake Orion, Michigan. For more information about the store call 248-693-1209 or check out their website at LuckysNaturalFoods.com See ad page 52.

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Fun family games based on cards, trivia and charades are quintessential holiday activities. Now a new generation of games adds fresh dimensions of interest and goodwill. Online games—some are free—extend good tidings to people around the world, as well as our environment. Santa is thrilled. Eco games galore: From determining our family’s carbon footprint to making ethical decisions as a business leader or learning how to help child populations vulnerable to pneumonia, EcoGamer.org is a gateway to enriching experiences. More than 20 entertaining websites employ informative, eco-related calculations, games and quizzes. Assist African farmers: Heighten awareness and empathy by experiencing on a virtual basis the immense challenges of life on an African farm, including dealing with disease, drought, a lack of resources and war, at 3rdWorldFarmer.com/About. html. Free trials are available, plus links to international nonprofit organizations and relief groups.

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hroughout the year, Santa’s good girls and boys of all ages make every effort to buy only what’s needed, plus recycle, reuse and repurpose. Then the holidays hit and discipline often gives way to indulgences. The season seems consumed by uptempo decorating, feasting, shopping, gift-giving and merrymaking at any cost. Yet, creative green living experts show us how easy it is to tweak timehonored family traditions to align with the green way we wish to live and feel even more satisfied with festivities. Decking the Halls For Danny Seo, author of Upcycling Celebrations: A Use-What-You-Have Guide to Decorating, Gift-Giving & Entertaining, “Upcycling is basically a form of recycling that elevates something to a better level than before.” Based in New York City and

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Keeping the Feast Organize a cookie exchange to get together and save time and energy on holiday baking, suggests Sara Novak, a food policy and health writer at SereneKitchen.com, from Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina. Generally, a hostess asks guests to bring several dozen of their favorite cookies. Once gathered, attendees share the treats and recipes, taking home several of each variety. To “green it up”, Novak recommends emailing the recipes rather than printing them, encouraging invitees to use fresh and local ingredients and bring favorite reusable containers from home, like a colorful, time-honored cookie tin. For the holiday table, mix and match settings of plates, glasses, linens and cutlery. “Use the real thing,” Eisenberg recommends, “and recruit guests to help wash up afterwards.” She recalls that while growing up, her mother supplemented her silverware with grandmother’s for large holiday dinners. Save your own energy (and sanity)

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or California acupuncturist Daniela Freda, counseling patients that grapple with low energy during winter is routine. “They’re often concerned something is wrong, since our society expects us to feel the same way year-round,” says Freda, who maintains a private practice in San Francisco. “But in fact,” she adds, “everything is right.” According to a study published in Psychiatry Research, only 4 to 6 percent of Americans suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), characterized by a predictable seasonal pattern of major depressive or bipolar disorder. For the vast majority of the population, a slight seasonal variance in mood and behavior is normal, confirms Kathryn Roecklein, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and prominent SAD researcher at Pennsylvania’s University of Pittsburg. Practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), like Freda, view decreased energy in nature’s wintertime as a reflection of the season’s energy. In this philosophy, rising (yang) and falling (yin) energies cycle as the seasons turn. Winter is governed by quiet, slow, introspective and creative yin energy. As winter yields to spring, the bright, fast, expansive and extroverted yang energy gains momentum to peak in summer. “Nature expresses universal energies in a big way,” says research psychologist and mind-body medicine expert Joseph Cardillo, Ph.D., author of The Five Seasons. Who can ignore a blos-

soming spring or an abundant autumn? “Those same energetic cycles,” says Cardillo, “are mirrored in the microcosmic human body and human experience.” Chill Out Although the December 21 winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year, temperatures in most of the U.S. continue to fall through February. Cardillo advises embracing winter’s chill because it diverts our attention from daily activities so that we pause to consider what’s important. “The effect is similar to splashing cold water on our face,” he remarks. As the cold draws animals into hibernation and plants into dormancy, it also beckons us to enjoy extra sleep, notes Freda, as we follow the sun’s path: Earlier to bed; later to rise. She encourages her clients to incorporate restorative activities into daily routines. “Intentionally set aside time to connect with the breath and quiet the mind,” she counsels. Try gentle yoga or t’ai chi, listen to relaxing music, curl up with a cozy book or take nature walks, flush with fresh sensory experiences. Cardillo explains that slowing down naturally creates space for the contemplative and creative qualities of yin energy to rise. Meditating, visualizing and journaling promote access to one’s inner wisdom. “Winter is a perfect time to examine the myriad ideas you’ve dreamt up and assemble them into a new you,” says Cardillo. “Now you are prepared to

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Peace on Our Plates Mindful Eating for a More Peaceful World by Judith Fertig

s Earth’s population grows to a projected 9 billion people by 2050, can our global community keep eating flesh like we’ve been doing for centuries? No, according to a 2010 report by the United Nations Environment Programme, an international panel of sustainable resource management experts. Examining the food demands of a growing population and associated environmental and sustainability issues, Assessing the Environmental Impacts of Consumption and Production recommends “substantial worldwide diet change away from animal products.” Making the case for a holistic view,

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Practicing a World Peace Diet The Tuttles shop for fresh, organic and non-GMO (genetically modified organism) foods and favor what they call “blueprint recipes,” that vary from day to day. Each outlines the makings of a dish and encourages cooks to be intuitive in how they fill in the details. For a typical breakfast, for example, Tuttle and his wife, Madeleine, will make a green smoothie that includes kale, banana, apple, grapes, ground flax, chia seeds, cinnamon and fresh ginger. “It’s a flexible drink,” says Tuttle. “We will swap out whatever organic fruits and vegetables we have so that we vary the flavor from time to time.” For example, they might use parsley, spinach, or chard leaves in place of kale, or citrus in place of grapes. Lunch is usually a wrap-type sandwich, sometimes using fresh leaf lettuce or a whole-wheat tortilla. One recent example of such a wrap combined tomatoes, peppers, sprouts, walnuts, tempeh and avocado. A dinnertime blueprint recipe involves a base of cooked rice, quinoa, pasta, mashed potatoes or polenta, topped with a vegetable ragout, cooked or raw. “You could live the rest of your life mixing and matching these ingredients and never have the same meal twice,” notes Tuttle. “We have been doing it for 30 years. If we all choose to eat like this, the world could feed everybody on a fraction of the land now consumed by agriculture.” Learn more at WorldPeaceDiet.org/ articles.htm. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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o listen to Eckhart Tolle is to be reminded that anything is possible—for anyone. We’re not talking about living a life of leisure, filled with expensive cars, beach homes and extravagant vacations, but an experience brimming with the kind of spiritual insights that make this life not only worth living, but decidedly more fulfilling. The problem is that when people hear the words “spiritual insight”, there’s often an assumption that it’s about something too ethereal to be practical or too elusive to be achieved in this lifetime.

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cate that these kinds of spiritual insights aren’t the least bit ethereal or elusive, but decidedly practical. “Spirituality and religion belong in the healing paradigm,” writes Airdre Grant, Ph.D., of Australia’s Southern Cross University, in a study published in the Journal of the Australian TraditionalMedicine Society. “They are determinants of health and they are factors in recovery, well-being and longevity.” So where do these insights come from? Is it simply a matter of wishful thinking? Or is it perhaps something more reliable, more effective than that? “Jesus said, ‘The kingdom of heaven is within you,’” observes Tolle, implying that this health-inducing understanding may be a lot closer than we thought. “I think if he lived nowadays, instead of ‘kingdom’, he would have said, ‘dimension’. And ‘heaven’ refers to a sense of vastness or spaciousness. So if we retranslate the words of Jesus into modern terms, [it would be] ‘the dimension of spaciousness is within you.’” “And then Jesus said—when they asked him, ‘Where is the kingdom of heaven and when is it going to come?’— he said, ‘The kingdom of heaven does not come with signs to be perceived. You cannot say, ah, it’s over there or look, it’s over there, for I tell you the kingdom of heaven is within you.’” How comforting it is to be reminded that the proverbial “kingdom of heaven” we’ve been hearing about for at least two millennia—this “dimension of spaciousness”, or what might be characterized as the understanding of our true spiritual identity—is “within you.” It’s within us all, here and now. All that remains is the willingness— and the humility—to put this insight into practice.

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iven family hopes and often unrealistic expectations that everything will go perfectly, holiday gatherings can sometimes be a recipe for untoward stress. One of the best ways to keep potential ’tisthe-season tensions under control is to carve out some time for exercise, a move supported by research findings at Princeton University. Other experts suggest that from practicing a favorite Eastern modality to taking a natural spin around the neighborhood, we all have instant access to foolproof tactics for staying relaxed, healthy and more even-keeled among kin this winter. To mend nerves frayed by debates at the dinner table, slip into a nearby bedroom for a calming yoga workout. Yoga’s emphasis on controlled breathing makes it ideal for treating family dynamics straight out of Silver Linings Playbook. The Mayo Clinic reports that deep breathing increases the flow of oxygen into the bloodstream, easing headaches, muscular tension and chest tightness.

Yogic breathing patterns also are shown to lower resting heart rates, which helps practitioners stay composed in the face of any intra-family disagreements or other stressors. For a quick, relaxing yoga routine, begin with a few breathing exercises before moving into a sun salutation—a sequence of full-body poses, or asanas, performed in a smooth, continuous flow. Begin standing, palms pressed together in the tadasana, or mountain, pose. Then move through a series of motions that sweep the arms over the head, expanding the chest, before dipping into downward dog and plank poses, which help increase flexibility and strength. End lying down in the shavasana, or resting, pose with eyes closed and let the quiet settle in. Resistance-training exercises are another option. Release pent up tension by pushing against a wall. Stand about three feet away, lean in and push. Position feet at an angle so that a straight body line

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forms the hypotenuse of a triangle with the wall and floor. This activity drains the limbs of tightness and stretches out hamstrings and calf muscles, enabling us to walk away feeling light and limber. While some people can happily greet and maintain cheerfulness throughout holiday family times, others may feel a bit anxious. For a sure-fire endorphin boost, try a cardiovascular workout like running, which German researchers published in Cerebral Cortex confirm produces a flood of euphoria on cue. A quick jog or spirited walk outside helps elevate mood while strengthening the immune system, helping to keep feelings of melancholy at bay. Before heading for the door, those stretching their legs outside in colder climates need to dress as if it’s 20 degrees warmer than the thermometer reads. This helps prevent the body from overheating, especially after being sedentary for an extended period. To get the blood flowing beforehand, do some simple stretching or take a few trips up and down the stairs. Exercisers that prefer to stay sheltered from wintry weather entirely have a solid alternative; an indoor cardiovascular workout can mimic jogging’s mood-lifting effects. Try alternating 12 reps of jumping jacks, lunges, squats and crunches to get the heart pumping. Consider a second series for a higher intensity workout. All of it will give muscles that often go slack during holiday loafing a chance to flex. Because these moves don’t require any equipment, such electives are as portable as a travel hair dryer during holiday visits anywhere. After one or more of these solo workouts, many revelers may be ready to up the ante on family togetherness. For a healthy dose of quality time, round up the gang and enlist them in a high-energy outdoor activity like hiking, sledding or even Ultimate Frisbee. Participating in friendly family competition is healthy fun and gives everyone something else to talk about later. Sarah Todd is a freelance writer in Brooklyn, NY. Connect at SarahToddInk.com December 2013

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On Gift Giving . . . A Gift Of Time Rather Than Things With young children, less is more. Gift certificates for time spent with children is much more appreciated (e.g. a day spent flying a kite, making a snowman, a gift for the whole family rather than individual gifts). A Gift To Give, Rather Than Receive Teach children that it is sometimes more fun to give than get (a Saturday morning spent making homemade cards or candies for residents of a nursing home would be very meaningful to both the giver and receiver). One Big Gift Of Self, Rather Than Many Small Gifts From The Store Children learn the idea of quantity vs. 36

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• Give “gift certificates" to each other offering services like breakfast in bed or a mystery outing with one special child. • Take a trip with your child to a local “soup” kitchen and help serve food on Thanksgiving or Christmas.

by Usha Mangrulkar s Halloween recedes from our collective memories plans for the upcoming holidays begin to take shape in our minds. Over the years, the shopping, the cooking, the trips, the gifts, the cards and the parties have all become more and more complicated and expensive. In the classrooms, starting with Halloween, we begin to gradually see subtle changes in the behavior of the children as they react to the “shopping mall syndrome” and the associated symptoms of fatigue and anxiety that come from later bed times, shortened tempers and long lines everywhere. In a small, practical book called, Simplify Your Christmas, author Elaine St. James gives some very practical suggestions for children and holidays which seem most timely. You may discuss the following ideas with your children and use some of them so each member of the family feels the true spirit of the holidays.

• Organize a caroling group and visit a sick children’s ward.

• Make a bird feeder with your child with pinecones and peanut butter to hang outside. • Have your child write individual holiday cards each week for several weeks – discussing individual relatives or friends and their uniqueness. • Sort through books and toys with your child and take “extra” ones to a local hospital. • Plant a tree before Christmas and decorate it with handmade items. 

quality if you would take time to sew, bake, cook, garden or clean for someone else rather than ‘buy’ something for yourself or your child. Year-Long Giving, Rather Than Just At Holiday Time Women from Orange County California started a “Kids Who Care” club for children 2 – 13 years old, to think of others year round. During each month the children contribute, collect, work for and donate to different charities (e.g. October, clothing for the homeless; November, Thanksgiving dinner for a lonely neighbor; December, toys to Salvation Army; etc...). Giving To Mother Earth Planting a tree, cleaning a park, saving an animal, etc. These are actions that make children think beyond themselves and their own needs. Some other examples of enhancing the true beauty and meaning of the holiday: • Spend time with grandparents and introduce one new tradition from your heritage. www.NAeastMichigan.com

• Have your child “work” towards the gifts they wish to give (this does not including chores in the home – which are everyone’s responsibility). • Limit the number of gifts for all family members (one large one and one or two small ones). Make the card that accompanies it more significant. • Turn off TV and turn to classical music, books or family games for a couple of days during the holidays. • Rent “classic” movies, make popcorn and enjoy being together rather than being out at the mall. • Draw, paint, write stories or poems about the beautiful season or put on a talent show for family. • Spend time outdoors hiking, sledding, skating or skiing. The hot chocolate always tastes more divine when you sip it slowly after coming in! Make this a different and special holiday season! Usha Mangrulkar is Founder/Director of the Lakes Area Montessori School, 8605 Richardson Road, Walled Lake, MI. For more information contact her at 248-360-0500.

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hen people think of exercising their dog they often think of taking it for a walk or for a run in the park. Therapeutic exercises are controlled movements that are designed to target specific muscles of the body. Whether your pet is injured, managing arthritis, trying to lose weight or an athlete conditioning for sports the use of therapeutic exercises can help. Therapeutic exercise programs increase joint mobility, muscle flexibility, strength, balance, and endurance. Canine exercise programs were developed and adapted from those used in human physical therapy. Equipment utilized includeds peanut-shaped stability balls, balance discs, wobble boards, cavaletti bars and tension bands. However, many exercises can also be modified to included ordinary household items to achieve similar results. The goals of a therapeutic exercise program are to improve active pain-free range of motion, reduce lameness, increase muscle strength and most importantly help improve how your dog functions on a daily basis. Engaging your dog in daily exercises not only help to speed the recovery process, but can also help to prevent further injury. For those dogs with arthritis daily exercise is necessary in order to manage the disease and avoid the vicious cycle of; pain, decreased mobility, weight gain, muscle loss, etc. Canine athletes need daily exercise in order to protect their bodies and perform to their highest potential. Exercise is also a great way to bond with you dog and provides a wonderful psychological and physical outlet for them. Certified rehabilitation practitioners can develop a customized exercise plan for your petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specific needs. Each plan is designed with your pet in mind and includes a variety of exercises to prevent patient boredom. Having your exercise sessions monitored by a trained professional ensures that your pet is performing the exercises correctly. It also allows us to increase the intensity, frequency and duration of the exercises at the proper time so that your pet is progressing in its recovery/conditioning program. Lisa Blanchard LVT, CMT, CCRP is a certified canine rehabilitation practitioner at The Animal Rehabilitation Center of Michigan, Inc., located at 1490 Lochaven Road, Waterford. She is also certified in canine massage therapy. For more information call 248-363-5061. Questions can also be e-mailed to rehab@unionlakepets.com See ad page 40. natural awakenings

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Pet First-Aid Kits All-Natural Home Health Care by Sandra Murphy

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irst-aid is the first thing you can do to help an injured animal if you are prepared,” says Dr. Jason Nicholas, owner of The Preventive Vet, in Portland, Oregon. Attention in cases of injury or sudden illness can help a dog or cat stay more comfortable, stop bleeding and provide temporary relief. A pet first-aid kit can resemble a pantry more than a medicine cabinet. Natural components include: Cool water. Purified water kept in a spray bottle can cool overheated pets. For the fastest results, spray near the pulse points, the “armpits” and where fur is the thinnest. Further, a vet will assess if clinical hydration is needed beyond the water bowl. Saline solution. Versatile saline is available at the vet’s office or any pharmacy, and also easy and inexpensive to make at home. Use it to flush debris from eyes, clean wounds and promote healing from incisions. Two teaspoons of non-iodized salt in four cups of boiled water mimics body fluids. The Ohio State University Medical Center website provides a recipe for normal saline solution at Tinyurl.com/ SalineRecipe. Vinegar. It acts as a drying agent, especially for floppyeared dogs taking a dip in a pool or natural waterway, which can leave the inner ear moist. “Don’t use vinegar if the skin is red or broken because it will be painful,” says Dr.

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Jules Benson, vice president of veterinary services at Petplan Pet Insurance, in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. Never use it more than twice a week. Honey. Apply this sweet unguent to gums to help counteract low blood sugar and shock, particularly when a diabetic pet’s insulin levels are off. Maple syrup is a good substitute. Sugar. Although not recommended in a regular pet diet, sugar can be a topical antibacterial for the short term. Sugar draws water from the wound and dehydrates bacteria, supporting growth of new tissue. Plain yogurt. Adding this healthy refrigerated topping to dry food will activate a sluggish appetite and supply needed cultures to help balance the digestive system. Cornstarch. This non-toxic remedy helps stop minor bleeding from cuts, scrapes and pedicure accidents. Calendula. Also known as pot marigold, calendula cream may be used as an antiinflammatory. Bug bites, scrapes, sunburn and itching from allergies also benefit from its application. Aloe. Easily grown in a garden or pot and available in gel form, aloe sooths burns, prevents blisters and speeds healing. It also serves as canine Chapstick. “Older dogs often have cracked skin on their noses,” notes Benson. “Aloe helps to heal the skin and keeps the dog comfortable.” www.NAeastMichigan.com

Rescue Remedy. Illness or injury brings stress, and one common solution is Rescue Remedy. To relieve fear or anxiety, rub it onto a paw, nose or ears or add the recommended number of drops to water, a treat or food. It helps dogs, cats, horses, birds, fish and even iguanas. Dosage relies on the extent of stress rather than weight or species. Clean cloths. For bee stings or insect bites on the body, cool compresses can reduce swelling and itching. Wet a washcloth with cold water or for larger welts, wrap an ice pack in a towel and apply for a few minutes at a time. For stings on the face or mouth, it’s best to go to the vet’s office immediately, so that airways don’t swell up and hinder breathing. Miscellaneous supplies. Keep on hand gauze, tape, small scissors, tweezers (for removing objects from the roof of the mouth or splinters), a small flashlight, clean socks to cover a bandage and disposable gloves to keep human germs out of open wounds. A dog in pain may bite without realizing it. Nicholas recommends a basket muzzle, so the dog can easily breathe and pant. When a pet eats or drinks non-food items or foods they shouldn’t, such as chocolate, grapes or onions, head to the local vet. Veterinarian Jeff Levy, in New York City, who is also a certified veterinary acupuncturist, counsels, “Always keep contact information for your vet, an emergency hospital and animal poison control center handy.” Also, find out where emergency services are located when traveling. Pets can go into shock just like humans. To prevent or reduce the impact, keep the animal warm and provide a deep massage of the ears, at the base, where ears meet the head. A couple of drops of lavender oil on a collar or bandana will help everyone relax. Do not put essential oils directly on the pet, especially cats, as it can be toxic. Just like children, pets may have accidents or get sick after office hours. Stay calm, head for the natural pet pantry and then call the family’s holistic veterinarian. Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLSandyM@ yahoo.com

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Wild parrots expend time and energy seeking available foods according to nature’s cycle. Parrots in captivity need owners to mimic this routine for their pets.

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Ann Brooks, founder of Phoenix Landing, in Asheville, North Carolina, remarks about the deficiencies of conventional packaged birdseed diets. “Most lack essential ingredients like vitamin A, calcium and protein, and are also high in fat,” she says. As an alternative, in recent decades manufacturers have turned to formulated pellet diets. As with any pet food, bird owners are advised to check labels for the nutrients that are best for their type of parrot and take care to avoid genetically modified ingredients. Fresh foods, always the more nutritious alternative, require more time and some ingenuity. Avian Veterinary Technician Shari Mirojnick, with the Backos Bird Clinic, in Deerfield Beach, Florida, explains that North Americans, even in the subtropics, don’t have access to all the foods that parrots eat in the wild. “We have to make up for what they’re missing,” advises Mirojnick. “Parrots that live in dense rain forest will often dine on certain tree fruits, which differ from supermarket fruits. Plus, human cultivation has sacrificed much of the nutrient content found in the original fruit in exchange for sweetness.” We need to reconcile the loss in other ways, such as with vegetables. Mirojnick notes, “Many of the best vegetables for parrots are high in key essential nutrients like vitamin A and calcium, which these birds do not efficiently metabolize in captivity.” She recommends nutrient-dense dark leafy greens, carrots, sweet potatoes and broccoli. But avoid avocado, which is poisonous to birds, and nightshade produce such as eggplant and mushrooms. When in doubt about a food, check it out through a reputable source such as Phoenix Landing.org/parrotcare.html or an avian veterinarian. Blueberries, cranberries and goji contain helpful antioxidants, phytochemicals, vitamins C and K, and fiber, and have a low sugar content compared with their nutritional value. Other fruits like papaya and cantaloupe are high in vitamin A. natural awakenings

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Providing good fresh food isn’t necessarily time-consuming nor difficult. Parrot Nation proprietor Patricia Sund, of Hollywood, Florida, leads the “chop” revolution, teaching this efficient approach for delivering vegetables, leafy greens, grains and healthy seeds to pet birds—whose care is generally time-intensive throughout their long lifespans—to bird clubs and rescue groups around the country. By gathering ingredients and preparing a large batch, an owner can freeze multiple healthy servings in containers to thaw and feed to parrots over an extended period. Recipes vary, based on the fresh produce available according to growing seasons, regional crops and individual bird tastes.

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Because 50 to 70 percent of a wild parrot’s time is spent foraging, according to Brooks, companion parrots need that kind of activity for mental and physical stimulation. “Foraging keeps them busy, is fun and gives them a job,” remarks Lisa Bono, a certified avian trainer and educator and owner of The Platinum Parrot, in Barnegat, New Jersey. Besides finding food, foraging also keeps a bird’s beak in shape and its mind occupied in finding things to play with, she says. “A

busy beak means a busy mind, and less time to develop undesirable behaviors like screaming or feather-destructive habits.” Bono says the popular African grey parrot likes playing with durable and versatile beak and claw toys, plus shredding and tearing bird-safe materials like untanned leather, small plain cardboard boxes, and uncolored and unwaxed paper cups—simple items that can double as destructible “dishes” for parrot foods. Robin Shewokis, of The Leather Elves, in Weymouth, Massachusetts, and a board member of the International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators, adds, “Any toy can be turned into a foraging device by merely placing some food in or on it; with fresh foods, be careful to avoid spoilage. Be creative: Switch the placement of food and water bowls for a simple parrot puzzle. Put a paper towel over the food dish on another day. Have fun with it. You can put a lot of love and thought into a food’s presentation.” Sandy Lender is the publisher of In Your Flock, a companion parrot magazine. She lives in Southwest Florida with seven parrots that she feeds varieties of homemade chop. Reach her at Publisher@InYourFlock.com

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Amma's Public Devi Bhava Program - 7pm. A joyful evening that celebrates the feminine aspect of the divine and her expression of unconditional love and compassion for all of humanity. Includes a talk by Amma, a ceremony to promote world peace, incredible music and darshan (Ammas personal blessing). FREE. Detroit Marriott, Ren Cen, 400 Renaissance Ctr Dr, DeTROIT.

Strawbale Studio Volunteer Day - 10am-3pm. Help with activities: wood collection, data entry & such. Also receive a tour of the Strawbale Studio & see a video on Strawbale Construction. RSVP. FREE. Strawbale Studio, 2691 Noble (Private Residence), OXFORD. Deanne Bednar 248-6281887.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1 Bees Wax Candle Making - 1-4pm. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere & aroma of dipping candles of local beeswax. Other small holiday projects available to make. Limit 10, so register soon $20. Strawbale Studio, 2691 Noble Rd. Private Residence, OXFORD. Deanne Bednar 248-6281887.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 2 Holistic emotional Health - 7-8:30pm. Our emotions past & present play an intricate role in our overall health and well-being. Learn how to release pent up emotions naturally. FREE. $5. Americas Best Value Inn, 6075 Hill23 Dr, FLINT. Stacey Kimbrell 810-423-5721. See ad page 19 & 53.

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3 VegMI Presents: Vegan 101 - 7pm. Join VegMichigan for this monthly event, which will include a cooking demonstration and samples. Long-time VegMichigan members will discuss how easy it can be to transform a standard meal to a delicious, vegan option. Registration is required at our Customer Service desk. FREE. Whole Foods ROCHeSTeR 248-371-1400. essential Oils: Healthy Holiday - 6-7:30pm. Holiday Party with Skinny Coffee Tasting and Free Talk on using doTERRA Oils for Healthy family and pets. Holiday gift ideas and some oils available. FREE. ABC Wellness, 37300 Dequindre Ste 102, STeRLING HeIGHTS. Kia 855-669-9355. See ad page 52.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5 Better Health Now and for the Future - 6:308:30pm. Ann Heusted, RN and FirstLine Therapy Program Coordinator, will cover the elements and benefi ts of the program, which focuses on food, special testing and meeting your goals for a healthier life by using a personalized approach. Individual sessions and group meetings. $5 advance/$8 door. Call to register, The Downing Clinic, 5715 Bella Rose Blvd, Ste 100 CLARkSTON. 248-625-6677. See ad page 9. Story Telling - 7-9pm. Join us for a night of community,heart-felt story telling, green food & laughs and meet others who share a passion for the journey! FREE. Soul Space, 210 W. University Dr. Ste 6, ROCHeSTeR. 855-200-7685. See ad page 4.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 Juicing & Sprouting for Healing - 10am-12:30pm. Learn how to grow your own wheatgrass and sprouts and how to juice them as part of a healing protocol that Anca used to heal from cancer. $ 10. Wheatgrass and Sprouts, 1925 W Maple Rd, TROy. Anca Iordachianu 248-822-9999. See ad page 52. Arm Balance Workshop - 1-3pm. Explore sprinkling in arm balances into our regular Vinyasa practice. $ 25. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHeSTeRFIeLD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 Holiday Top Ten Wine and Cheese Pairings - 3–5pm. Join our Specialty Team as they present to you the very fi nest wine and cheese combinations we have to offer this holiday season! FREE. Whole Foods ROCHeSTeR 248-371-1400.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 9 Herbal Medicine - 7-9pm. Herbs have been used for thousands of years. This class will focus on the practical use of herbs in your home. Free demostration of Biofeedback. $ 20. SCS Adult & Community Education, 23055 Masonic Blvd, ST. CLAIR SHOReS. Alice Goodall 586-646-0066. See ad page 53. The Amazing Thyroid! 7-8:15pm. Learn how to support this incredible gland. Discover its link to heart health, digestive issues, weight gain and more.

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Dr. Richard Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist demonstrates how Nutrition Response Testing addresses these issues. Vitamin Shoppe, AUBURN HILLS. FREE! Call 248-879-1900 to register Overcoming Fear of Childbirth - 7pm. Join HypnoBirthing mom Janice Rex-Weaver of Peaceful Birthing, as she explores how fear affects labor and intensifi es sensations while birthing. With fear and stress absent from the birth experience it can become a beautiful bonding experience to remember forever. FREE. Whole Foods ROCHeSTeR 248-371-1400.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10 All about healing Clay - 6:30-8pm. Learn about Clay’s amazing healing properties and how to use it in drinks, masks, baths and body wraps to detoxify your body in just 21 days. $10. Wheatgrass and Sprouts, 1925 W Maple Rd, TROy. Anca Iordachianu 248-822-9999. Iordachianu 248-822-9999. See ad page 52. young Living Open Forum Forum - 6:30pm-8pm. Open Forum & Holiday Celebration. Bring your Young Living Essential Oil Questions for our team of professionals! $5. Soul Space, 210 W. University Dr. Ste 6, ROCHeSTeR. 855-200-7685. See ad 4 page 4.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11 Illumination Gathering Gathering - 6:30-8:30pm. Join local Lightworkers to bring light to the darkness this winter season. Let's light seed our area and increase the light energy in our communities. FREE. Unity of Lake Orion, 3070 Baldwin Rd, of Lake Orion, 3070 Baldwin Rd, ORION. Tracy Ellis 810-252-0064. Basics 2 Wellness in Royal Oak Oak - 6:30-7:30pm. Join us and learn how to embark on the incredible journey of empowerment through CPTG essential oils! Park behind Andiamo's, bring quarters 4 parking. FREE. 123 S. Main Street, Ste 100, ROyAL OAk. Paul Stumpo 586-876-4553.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 All About Detox - 6:30-8:30pm. Ann Heusted, RN, FirstLine Therapy Coordinator, will cover all the important reasons for detoxifi cation, methods available and the benefi ts. $25 fee can be applied to sign-up for FirstLine Therapy program. The Downing Clinic, CLARkSTON. 248-625-6677. See ad page 9. SAD Diet vs Health & Wellness - 7-8:30pm. Learn about toxic chemicals in our every day products and how it affects our health and wellness. Also, introducing Young Living Essential Oils. FREE. $5. Inspired, 4654 Water St. COLUMBIAVILLe. Kerry Hudson 810-793-1177. See ad pages 19 & 53.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13 World Drumming event - Tom Price leads you through an interactive session which includes a short meditation using Tibetan Drum & Singing Bowls. Drums Provided. Pre-register! $20. Soul Space, 210 W. University Dr, Ste 6, ROCHeSTeR. 855-2007685. See ad page 4. yoga Nidra with Tracy Flynn - 7:30-9pm. Yoga teacher and therapist will lead an hour-long guided meditation, yoga "sleep". Yoga Nidra is the easiest way to enter a meditative state. $25. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARReN. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54.

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Gingerbread House Class - 12-4pm. Please call to register. $19.99 per house. Whole Foods ROCHeSTeR 248-371-1400.

What is Soul Coaching? - 6-8pm. Open Discussion: Come and learn how living from your true authentic self creates a life full of joy, love and success! FREE. Soul Space, 210 W. University Dr. Ste 6, ROCHESTER. RSVP 855-200-7685. See ad page 4.

Taste of The Holidays - 12-3pm. Please join us as we sample items from our fabulous Holiday Menu! Make sure to order your holiday meals and fi xings at our Holiday Table while enjoying the incredible tastes of the season! FREE. Whole Foods ROCHeSTeR 248-371-1400. Open House - essential Oils - 9am-12pm. Stop in for doTERRA's Holiday Gift Giving Open House with Aromatherapy Instructor Shelley Dempsey! Inquire, Browse, Shop & get your ?'s answered! FREE. White Lotus Yoga, 67989 Van Dyke, WASHINGTON. Shelley Dempsey 586-557-2530.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19 Mental Fitness Challenge - 6:30-7:30pm. Get ready to become mentally Fit! This Class teaches success thinking for every area of life & will help you reach your goals & purpose for your life FREE. Chesterfield Library, Patricia Dr., CHeSTeRFIeLD. Alice Goodall 586-646-0066. See ad page 53.

Living Gluten Free - 7pm – 8pm. FREE. Whole Foods ROCHeSTeR 248-371-1400.

Wheatgrass Tasting - 5:30-7:30pm. Talk with Anca Iordachianu of Wheatgrass & Sprouts. Try her sweet wheatgrass juice & learn how she healed herself from cancer with green juices. FREE . Whole Foods Market, 2880 W Maple Rd, TROy. 248-371-1400. See ad page 52.

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How to Stay Healthy during the Holidays - 6-7:30 pm. Talk & Complimentary Dinner. Reducing your most harmful stresses, naturally increase your energy, learn how to obtain true health and wellness for life, & learn how to recognize potential health problems people have before symptoms appear! RVSP Call TODAY! FREE. Dr. Bence at Ike's Restaurant, 38550 Van Dyke Ave, STeRLING HeIGHTS. Diane 586-978-9900. See ad page 9.

Winter Soulstice - 7-9pm. Join us for our 9th annual winter soulstice celebration! Restorative yoga class with live music, kirtan and afterglow! $20. House of Yoga, 2965 W. 12 Mile Rd, BeRkLey. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54. Winter Solstice Meditation - 8:30pm-9pm. Welcome the season of stillness, in stillness for a candlelight meditation in celebration of the

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Cafe Sunday - 11am-4pm. Sundays offering organic coffee and tea, with variety of gluten free organic vegan and raw treats to purchase to make your visit like a family visit. WiFi available. Bernie's Best, 3370 Highland Rd, WATeRFORD. 248-738-3734. See ad page 5. Meditation & Study Group - 6-7pm. 3rd Sundays only. Help start,keep or refresh your meditation practice, all levels and ages welcomed. Donation. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHeSTeRFIeLD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. essential yoga w/Meditation - 6:30-7:45pm. Dan Gwinn will be teaching. $15. Namaste Yoga 309 S. Troy St, ROyAL OAk. Linda K. Makowski 248752-3431. See ad page 20.

Vinyasa yoga - 9:15-10:15am. New Vinyasa Yoga class with Carol Ann Dunning $15. Namaste Yoga 309 S. Troy St., ROyAL OAk. Linda K. Makowski 248-752-3431. See ad page 20.

Hypnotherapy with Cheryl Beshada, C.M.Ht. - 9:30am-7pm by appt. Also Wed’s. Cheryl teaches and specializes in Personal Empowerment, Releasing Blocks and Patterns of Negative Behavior, Higher Self Communication. Free Consultation. WARReN. 586-751-7500. See ad page 15. La Leche League of Lake Orion - 10am. Daytime Series meeting: 3rd Monday. FREE. Christ the Redeemer Church, 2700 Waldon Rd, LAke ORION. Tawnya 586-604-4074.

Breastfeeding Info/Support: La Leche League of Warren - 10:15 am. 1st Mon. FREE. St. John-Mac. Hosp. Med. Educ. Ctr, 12000 E. 12 Mile. Enter @ Main Hosp. entrance & turn L. Mtg in 1st bldg on L, Audit. A. WARReN. Info: Ginny 586-940-1634. Jen's Warm Slow Flow yoga- 5:30pm. Connect with your breath and still your mind in this moving meditation. $12. Powerhouse Gym Yoga Studio, 400 East Brown Street, BIRMINGHAM. Jen Cooper

Intermediate Vinyasa Flow yoga - 6-7:15pm. A place to get comfortable with strong yoga practices, a good slow burn. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARReN. Pattie McCann 248-5638615. See ad page 54.

Better you Fitness - 6:30-7:30pm. Also Wed & Fri same time. Janet Wassmann, ITA Certifi ed Black Belt. 14 years' experience. 2 week trial, $18. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPeeR. 810-667-2101. See ad inside back cover.

Breath, Relax, Meditate in Motion - 6:30-8pm starting 9/16. Yang thirty-seven posture condensed Tai Chi Chuan form. $20/class. Orchid Leaf Energy Arts, Dawn Fleetwood, Master Instructor. 2290 East Hill Rd. GRAND BLANC. Telephone: 810-2359864. See ad page 53. Gluten/Food Allergy Support - 7-8pm. Join Lee Rossano,CNC at Rochester's Whole Foods the 3rd Monday of each month, for new and exciting ways to cope with food allergies. FREE. Whole Foods, 2918 Walton Blvd, ROCHeSTeR HILLS. Lee Rossano 248-652-4160. See ad page 2. ON TARGeT Basic yoga - 7:30-8:45pm. Basic Yoga with a different focus each week. Learn how yoga can help it all $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, WARReN. Pattie McCann 248-5638615. See ad page 54.

Hypnotherapy with Frank Garfield, C.M.Ht. - Also Thurs 9:30am-7pm by appt. Frank teaches and specializes in all aspects of hypnotherapy, Medical Hypnotherapy and hypnotherapy for Pregnancy and Childbirth. Free Consultation. WARReN. Call 586-751-7500. See ad page 15.

yoga Classes At Alice's - 11:30am-12:30pm. Hatha Yoga class. Previous experience not required - all levels. $15 or 6wk rates. Alice Huang's Chinese Natural Therapies, 1311 N Main, CLAWSON. 248-278-6081. See ad page 3. Tai Chi - 6:30-7:30pm. Eric Scott, 23 years' experience. 2 week trial, $16. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, LAPeeR. 810-667-2101. See ad inside back cover.

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Slow Flow w/elizabeth - 6:30-7:30pm. $15. Namaste Yoga 309 S. Troy St., Royal oak. Linda K. Makowski 248-752-3431. See ad page 20.

Lyme Disease Support Group - 7pm. First Tuesday monthly (except Jan, July & Sept). Open to anyone in the Detroit metropolitan area who has, thinks they might have, or cares about someone who has Lyme Disease. Northwest Unitarian-Universalist Church, 23925 Northwestern Highway, SOUTHFIeLD. 248-354-4488.

Macomb County Homebirth Circle - 7-8:30pm. Social gathering where women are supported for their choice to birth at home. FREE. Thrive In Line Chiropractic, 51309 Mound Rd, SHeLBy TOWNSHIP. Erica Michaels 248-881-0836. Guided Soul Meditation - 7-8:30pm. Join Dr. Lawrence Bell,D.C. on a journey through breath,focus and deep stated of well-being. Feel peace, calm, joy, surrender & relaxation. $15. Soul Space, 210 W. University Dr. Ste 6, ROCHeSTeR. Soul Space 855-200-7685. See ad page 4.

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Adult Women’s and Children’s Domestic Violence Support Groups - 10-11:30am. LACASA: Comprehensive Services Center, 2895 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell. Info: 517-548-1350.

Vinyasa Yoga - 6:15-7:15pm. $15. Namaste Yoga 309 S. Troy St., Royal Oak. Linda K. Makowski 248-752-3431. See ad page 20. Chair Yoga - 1-2pm. Yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and relaxation techniques from a chair while receiving the same benefits. Yoga is for everyone. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54. Ashtanga Short Form - 8:15-9:30pm. This classic flow weaves a series of yoga postures through traditional Sun Salutations along with standing postures, back bends, inversions & twists. $13. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave., CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

Vinyasa w/Carol Ann Dunning - 10:30-11:30am. $15. Namaste Yoga 309 S. Troy St, Royal Oak. Linda K. Makowski 248-752-3431. See ad page 20. Fifty Plus Active Adults - 11:30am-1:30pm. Enjoy a fun and friendly atmosphere filled with activities such as weekly lunches, guest speakers, musical performances, field trips, holiday parties, movies, bingo, games and much, much more. Yearly membership: $8/ea. or $14/couple. Lunch $5. Hart Community Center, Davisburg. Info: Sarah 248-846-6558. Yoga - 6-7:30pm. Instructor Chris Duncan, RYT. 6 years' experience. 2 week trial, $20. KMAI, 935 Baldwin Rd, Lapeer. 810-667-2101. See ad inside back cover.

Alzheimer’s Association Support Group - 6:308pm. 4th Thur. Open to the public, free of charge and are attended by families, caregivers, and friends of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementia disorders. Lapeer Library- Margurite D. Angeli Branch. FREE. Info: Amy DeNise 810732-8500.

Health Seminars - 7-8pm. Different topics each week, with Dr. Dennis Benn. Call for weekly topics. FREE. Alternative Health and Rehab Centre, 2284 S Ballenger Hwy Ste F, Flint. RSVP 810-235-5181. See ad page 10. La Leche League of Lake Orion - 7:30 pm. Evening Series Meeting: 2nd Thursday. Toddler Meeting: 4th Thursday. Babies and children welcome. FREE. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1950 S. Baldwin, Lake Orion. Tawnya 584-604-4074.

Mommy & Me Yoga - 9:30-10:30am. Yoga for caregivers and littles, age 8 weeks-3 years, in a relaxed setting. $12. Strongheart Yoga, 8373 Old 13 Mile Rd, Warren. Pattie McCann 248-563-8615. See ad page 54.

Jen's Warm Slow Flow Yoga- 6-7pm. Connect with your breath and still your mind in this moving meditation. $12. Powerhouse Gym Yoga Studio, 400 East Brown Street, Birmingham. Jen Cooper 248-563-7300.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - 9am. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, under-eating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. Open to all. FREE. Crossroads Presbyterian Church, 1445 Welch Rd, Commerce Township. 248-277-0628.

Colon Hydrotherapy - 6-7pm.Wth Dr. Dennis Benn. FREE. Alternative Health and Rehab Centre, 2284 S Ballenger Hwy Ste F, Flint. RSVP 810235-5181. See ad page 10.

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Emotions Anonymous - 7-8:30pm. The only requirement for EA membership is a desire to become well emotionally. Donations. Renaissance Unity, 11200 E. Eleven Mile Rd, Warren. Info: Rosemary 586-776-3886.

Hot Yoga - 7:30-8:30am. A vigorous flow in 95 degrees which helps loosens up muscles and tendons and allowing deeper, longer more effective movements. Be prepared to sweat! $13. Santosha Yoga, 48774 Gratiot Ave, CHESTERFIELD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 54.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - 9am. Recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, under-eating and bulimia. Based on the twelve steps of AA. Open to all. FREE. Central Methodist Church (park/enter at back of church), 3882 Highland Road, Waterford Township. 248-277-0628.

Certified Hypnotherapists Education and Networking Meeting - 1st Sat/9:30am-12pm. Certified Hypnotherapists graduated from a state licensed school of hypnosis welcome. Includes educational presentation, workbook and computer disk. First visit FREE. Clinical Hypnosis Professional Group, Warren. Register 586-751-7500. See ad page 15. Therapeutic Belly Dance w/Kimberly - 1011:30am (adults) & 1-2pm (teens). Improve digestion, reduce low back and hip pain and strengthen your core in a fun, supportive environment. $12 drop-ins or Class Card. All levels welcome. Healthy Happy Whole, 317 S Elm, Ste 202B, Owosso. 989-720-HEAL (4325). See ad page 49.

Tai Chi/Qi Gung classes - 10am. This ancient art will help you improve balance, muscle tone, flexibility, posture, and balance. Great stress reliever! $8. Alternative Health and Rehab. Centre, G-2284 S Ballenger Hwy, Flint. Dawei 810-2355181. See ad page 10. Zumba - 11:45am-12:45pm. Improve circulation and give your energy a boost! $10 drop-ins or Zumba class card. Healthy Happy Whole, 317 S Elm, Ste 202B, Owosso. 989-720-HEAL (4325). See ad page 49.

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Medical Hypnotherapist Jon Tomlinson, with 90% success rate. Helping with conditions: quit smoking, weight loss, golf and much more. See ad page 10.

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Susan Miller, CBP, CNHP • 248-953-9402 Essential Oil Executive Consultant/Teacher FREE CLASSES (ask about samples) Help your Body heal Itself with Certified Health Professional - Holistic and ALL Natural Approaches to Heath for Chronic and Acute symptoms including: Digestive, Headaches, Sleep, Sleep, Pain, Attention, Concentration, Brain Fog, Food Issues. The list is practically endless. Certified in Biofeedback, Living Foods Chef and Teacher, EDS, Auricular Therapy, Reiki, Biofeedback, Aroma Touch. DETOXIFYING IONIC FOOTBATH SPECIALS.

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Serving East Michigan 810-503-4056

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"Dr. Hilda" has recently been licensed as a Dr. of Nedicine® to discuss issues related to stress, fatigue, depression, osteopenia, pain, intestinal issues and much more. 50% off initial consult for new clients. See ad page 23.

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The Downing Clinic

Laura Kovalcik, DO, FACOI 5715 Bella Rose, Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com Integrative Internal Medicine practice owned by Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician. Practice emphasizes natural treatments where possible and uses special testing to determine health and nutritional status. Support services onsite include:Acupuncture, Bowen Therapy, Rolfing® Structural Integration, Massage, Healing Touch, IV Therapy. Clinic specializes in primary care, natural treatments for menopause and andropause symptoms, Osteoporosis, cholesterol management, Candida, Fibromyalgia. See ad page 9.

Longevity Health Institute 1467 E 12 Mile Rd, Madison Heights 248-548-3060 1555 E South Blvd, Rochester Hills 248-459-1139 LongevityHealthInstituteInc.com LewerenzMedicalCenter.com

A Functional, Regenerative Holistic Medical Approach. We l l n e s s ; H o r m o n e Replacement Therapy, IV T h e r a p y : Vi t a m i n s , Chelation, Detox, Adrenal (Cortisol) support; HBOT - Hyperbaric O2.

Timeless Health & Beauty medical spa 810-724-0480 542 N. Cedar, Imlay City

A healthy body from the inside out. Bioidentical Hormone replacement, weight loss, intravenous nutritional support, vaser and smart lipo, botox, nonsurgical facelift, vericose veins and other services. See ad page 16.

Alternative Health & Rehab Centre, PLLC 2284 S Ballenger Hwy, Ste F, Flint 810-235-5181 • www.AHRC.us

A diagnostic, treatment and research centre with a holistic, personal approach. Acupuncture, Chiropractic, sports rehab and exercise, massage, oxygen therapy, detox and more. See ad page 10.

Bence Chiropractic Wellness Center

39573 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights. 586-978-9900 • BenceChiro.com/specials Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Craniosacral, Hot Stone, Swedish, Aromatherapy w/ Essential Oils. Relaxing environment, Nationally Certified, Professional/ Skilled Therapists to minimize Stress, convenient hours. See website for specials. See ad page 9.

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Safe, effective options utilizing medical intuition to assess the root cause of disease or dysfunction in the body. Also herbal, homeopathic, JMT and vibropathic remedies. Physician testimonials available. See ad page 32.

Mental Wellness A Perfect BalanceD Mind

Debbie Bollen Farmington Hills • 248-254-7823 APerfectBalancedMind.com Holistic, non-invasive brain optimization technology, identifying where brainwave patterns are not functioning at optimal levels. Specializing in : anxiety, memory/focus problems, sleep issues, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, brain injury.

Natural/Holistic Health CHEMICAL AWARENESS SPECIALIST Stacey Kimbrell, CNHP Speaker & Author of “Living Balanced” 810-423-5721 • LivingAnointed.com

Holistic health advocate, teaching wellness through eliminating hidden toxins in every day products, eating whole food & using God’s natural medicines through Young Living Therapeutic Essential Oils. Bio-feedback “Zyto-Elite” services. See ad page 19.

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Alice Goodall, RN, BSN V.P. MI Holistic Nursing Assoc 586-646-0066 Nutritional counseling/ herbal remendies based on the COMPASS® nutritional assessment. Identify deficiencies in your body in the comfort of your own home. Serving SE Michigan. Goodallsherbs@ comcast.net).

Rochester Holistic Arts 118 Terry Ave., Rochester 248-330-9569 RochesterHolisticArts.com

Holistic classes and services including: yoga, essential oils, massage, body wraps, energy work, hot stone massage, craniosacral, reflexology, ear candling, Thai massage, Ayurveda massage, body scrubs, oncology massage, and more.

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Lee brings 10 years of clinical experience, the most advanced assessment techniques, and a lifetime of intuitive healing with personalized health plans to help cease suffering. That means better sex, energy, and a greater sense of happiness! See ad page 2.

oxygen/hyperbarics Longevity Health Institute 1467 E 12 Mile Rd, Madison Heights 248-548-3060 1555 E South Blvd, Rochester Hill 248-459-1139 LongevityHealthInstituteInc.com LewerenzMedicalCenter.com

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Natural wellness & Pain Relief Centers

8293 Office Park Dr. • Grand Blanc 810-694-3576 • NWPRC.com

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Serving Oakland, Livingston & Genesee Lawn/tree care program that offers organic-based fertilizers, Free lawn analysis. Visit Bio-Turf.com

YOGA Santosha (Sanskrit): Contentment, peace, gratitude

First Week FREE Happy Holidays from Santosha Yoga! Call us or visit our website. See the calendar in this magazine for classes.

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Learn how simple, nutritious, & delicious raw foods can be! Services include customized private instruction & detox support.

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We combine the best health and well-being products with good old-fashioned personal service. A Stateof-the-art Compounding Lab, a collection of world’s best apothecary brands and Epicure, a gourmet market for your convenience. See ad page 4.

WEIGHT LOSS alternative health & Rehab centre, PLLC S. Ballenger Hwy, Flint • 810-235-5181

Certified Acupuncture with 8 years experience, David Birmingham. Chronic pain relief from many everyday issues without drug therapy. See ad page 10.

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