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ow that the stress of the holidays and New Year is officially behind us it's time to take a deep breath, rebalance and recharge. February is a good month to do all of that because it's and in-between month, with the holidays on one side and Spring on the other.

As is customary, we're bringing you some tools this month to help with all of that. You'll find our main feature this month is all about relaxing and recharging, with some great therapeutic home recipes. We also have some tips for those of you who find mediation helpful in relaxing. For the kids, there is information on how inner awareness can provide calm and well-being.

Then, for relationships, we're pleased to bring you a conversation one of our writers this month had with Harville Hendrix, the "Marriage Whisperer." He provides secrets for a healthy relationship.

And there is a lot more to help you rebalance and renew your mind and body this month. Then we can all get ready for Spring.

Speaking of Spring, you'll want to start planning now for the 4th Annual "Spring Into Health" Natural Health Fair and Expo, coming March 26th to the Genesys Banquet and Conference Center in Grand Blanc. We have lined up the speakers who have topics planned that will help many of you lead healthier lives.

You can find some of the details in the ad on the back cover of this issue, and more information, bios and other details about the event on the event website: MHLexpo.com. Check it out and plan to attend. Admission, parking and entry to the speakers is all free. We hope to see you there.

Now back to February, don't pass up the chance to attend some of the educational and informative events you'll find in our Calendar of Events this month. They are all designed to help you live healthier, more relaxed lives, right in line with our theme. Make sure if you attend to let them know you found them in Natural Awakenings!

And tell your friends about the new Natural Awakenings Magazine launching in Lansing next month. As we announced in the last issue, Tanya Pence will be publishing the first Greater Lansing issue in March. If you live in or near that area, you can meet her at the Mid-Michigan Women's Expo at the Lansing Center on February 4th through the 6th. Stop by her exhibit and say hello! When her magazine launches, Natural Awakenings will be helping over a quarter of a million readers lead healthier, more sustainable lives each month here in Michigan.

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Auriculotherapy is a technique of using points on the skin of the auricle (external ear) to balance a host of health issues in the body. Holistic WellBeing Center in Royal Oak now offers this age-old therapy to treat pain, addictions and internal issues. Auriculotherapy has its roots in Traditional Chinese healing modalities. Just as the Chinese define points on the body for healing, there are points on the ear as well.

“Because these points on the ear are closer to the surface of the skin, Auricular Therapy is more effective than similar treatments, and clients say they have faster improvement in their health” says owner and practitioner Susan Miller.

Whether used in conjunction with another treatment or by itself, Auriculotherapy is often effective when other treatments have failed. Best of all, it is safe, non-invasive and has no known side effects.

Holistic WellBeing Center is located at 1112 Catalpa (11 1/2 mile,) in Royal Oak. Contact Miller at 248-953-9402 for more information. See ad page 11.

Our specialized nutritional program will enhance immune function, optimize digestion, reduce inflammation and bring your body into balance giving your body the optimal environment to heal itself. We specialize in natural treatments for the following conditions: ~ Diabetes ~ Celiac ~ IBS ~ Cholesterol ~ PMS ~ ADHD ~ Menopause ~ Fatigue ~ Fibromyalgia ~ Arthritis ~ Digestion ~ Acid Reflux ~ Colitis ~ Endometriosis ~ And Much More

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“This money could not come at a better time for Michigan’s environment,” says Jeremy Emmi, Executive Director of MNA. “Not only does it demonstrate the Consumers Energy Foundation commitment to giving back, it allows MNA to better protect and maintain these special natural areas in tough economic times.”

Of the 169 nature sanctuaries MNA protects around the state, more than a third will benefit from this grant whether it be through updated trails and trail markings or the clearing out of garbage and invasive species. The grant will be used to accomplish more than 60 projects across the southern half of the Lower Peninsula .

“It is important to remember that wherever you are in Michigan you are never very far from an MNA nature sanctuary. This grant will help us continue our work to make nature accessible to everyone,” Emmi says.

The Michigan Nature Association is committed to the protection and maintenance of Michigan’s natural areas. For almost 60 years, MNA has worked to acquire and protect nearly 10,000 acres in more than 160 nature sanctuaries from the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula in the Upper Peninsula all the way to the Indiana/Ohio border.

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newsbriefs Bring a Friend to Celebrate Valentine's Day Health and Wellness

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recise Chiropractic's Dr. Jamie L. Cramer will host Bring a Friend Day Thursday, February 10th. "It’s a great event to determine if NUCCA chiropractic care is for you or your friend," she says.

Precise Chiropractic will provide complimentary spinal scans of the neck and back, a $30 value.

In honor of Valentine’s Day, gift certificates to local restaurants will be raffled.

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Precise Chiropractic is located at 4101 John R Rd. Suite 300, Troy. For more information or to schedule your complementary spinal scan, call 248-680-7200. Their website is NUCCAInfo.com.

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evel Eleven Physical Therapy of Holly and Michigan State University College of Engineering recently completed a capstone design project that enables non-ambulatory patients the ability to practice walking again. The device, called “ATAC” for “All-Terrain Ambulation and Crawling” was the brainchild of Level Eleven’s therapy team, who brought the unique idea to the MSU student engineers. The device, constructed primarily of lightweight aluminum, was designed to suspend patients in a body-weight supported harness, thereby unloading some of the force of gravity and creating an environment more akin to walking in a swimming pool. Using the ATAC’s allterrain casters, the patient is able to grasp parallel bars and safely walk or crawl in any direction.

“The ability to safely implement a strict gait training regimen is imperative in progressing patients with walking abnormalities,” said Bill Thornton, Clinical Director at Level Eleven. “ATAC not

only provides the stability and safety necessary for intense gait training, it also allows us to control the force of gravity on the patient, thereby making it possible to progress incrementally.”

The ATAC is currently being used with patients at Level Eleven Physical Therapy with plans to make it available in other areas of the state as well.

Level Eleven Physical Therapy is a comprehensive rehabilitation center specializing in the provision of neurological and orthopedic therapies in a uniquely enriched environment. Level Eleven’s engaging therapeutic atmosphere and approach to physical therapy has garnered attention across the country, earning it the title “Hardest Working Physical Therapy” by a national campaign for Revlon-Mitchum.

Level Eleven utilizes state-of-the-art equipment in combination with a highly qualified staff, to progress patients faster and in a more enjoyable way. As part

Celebrate Life with Tribal Dance

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here was a time when women gathered together to celebrate life through dance.

One by one they would step into the circle to tell their story through the dance as the others looked on. Then they would all dance together in a captivating union of energies.They danced for joy and sorrow and for everything in between. They celebrated the union of lives, the changing of the seasons, their ascent into womanhood, life to be, and life that had passed.

Reconnect with the Earth, others and yourself with the Tribal Belly Dance Workshop Series “Find your Goddess Within” at Santosha Yoga in Chesterfield which runs from 4-5 p.m. each Sunday, February 13 through March 6. Cost is $38 for the 4-week series.

Krisztina Clark heads the series. She is the founder and artistic director of Czigany World Fusion Dance in Chesterfield. Clark has 30 years of dance experience and is a certified American Tribal Style Belly Dance teacher.

Santosha Yoga is located at 48724 Gratiot Ave., in Chesterfield. To register, contact Theresa May at 586-949-5515 and visit the website at SantoshaYogaMI.com. See ad page 55.

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of its broad service line, Level Eleven provides resources in nutrition, support groups, home medical supplies, adaptive sports, and many other areas of comprehensive care.

Level Eleven Physical Therapy is located 10293 S. Saginaw St., in Holly. Visit the Level Eleven Facebook page for the latest in neurological research. Tours of the clinic and therapeutic evaluations can be scheduled Monday through Saturday by calling 810-771-7686. Visit the website at Level11PT.com.

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arcene Vincke, haircolor and perm specialist with Thomas D. & Co of Birmingham, now offers the organic Keragreen System, a smoothing system to control the frizz and curl in all types of hair. Keragreen System offers a high level of UV protection without the toxins and formaldehyde of other products. The application allows those who use it to go out on a rainy or humid day and enjoy the beach while still having soft, shiny and manageable hair. It has the benefit preventing hair loss in men and women thanks to the amino acid L-cystine. Keragreen lasts three months or longer, seals in your hair color and highlights, and is so gentle that gloves are not needed to apply it.

Contact Marcene Vincke at 248-2586029 or at Thomas D. and Company, 344 Hamilton Row, in Birmingham. Visit her website at: GoGreenwithMarcene.com.

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CORRECTION: On page 23 of our January 2011 issue, we had a misspelling of Dr. Subnani's name in the Local Physicians Promote Integrative Medicine article. We apologize for this typographical error. You can find more information about Dr. Subnani by checking out her ad on page 37.

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newsbriefs Raw Food Detox Class Scheduled in Rochester

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ating the right raw foods is one of the best ways to begin to cleanse, nourish, and rebuild your body at the cellular level. Learn about everyday raw detox foods from 1 to 3 p.m. February 20 at Rochester Holistic Arts. Based on the Nourished Body Detox Diet, this class includes preparation of some easy but amazingly delicious and energizing raw foods that will help eliminate waste and toxins from the body. We will be making a super-healthy but totally yummy green smoothie, Pad Thai salad that can be eaten as a side dish or as a meal on its own, lasagna (yes, raw lasagna!), and nutritious chocolate fudge for dessert. The foundation of the Detox Diet includes lots of greens and low glycemic foods, so it is safe for diabetics. Debra Lynne Klungle, raw foods chef and nutritionist, will teach the class. The cost is $40.

Rochester Holistic Arts is located at 118 Terry Street, Suite A, in Rochester. To register or for more information, call 248-895-5064 and visit RochesterHolisticArts.com. See ad page 55.

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Tuesday, February 8 at Café of Life Chiropractic in Fenton.

Dr. Peabody practices vitalistic chiropractic, grounded in the understanding and respect for the body’s ability to heal itself, grow, and thrive. Dr. Peabody will discuss ways to create and maintain health on a continual basis. Everyone is welcome and admission is free.

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Cafe of LIFE Chiropractic is located at 521 N. Leroy St, in Fenton. To register, call Dr. Erica Peabody or Angie Bucsi 810629-6023 or visit CafeofLifeFenton.com.

Novi Business Expands Healing Services

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igun of Novi is announcing the addition of new healing services.

Known for their far infrared massage therapy, they now offer services such as ionic foot detox, Raindrop Therapy (by appointment), the Chi machine, Kangen (tm) alkaline water and Far Infrared mat therapy.

Also, they are beginning special sessions on "What Essential Oils and Supplements Are Right For you?" and "Experience Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture Therapy." These run from 12-7 p.m. on Wednesdays beginning in February.

In the "Essential Oils" presentation, those who attend will learn which essential oils are best for them based on Compass Bio-Survey. The "Auricular Acupuncture" sessions focus on a type of acupuncture which uses five very thin acupuncture needles inserted into points of the ear to promote relaxation and detoxification.

Migun has two Michigan locations; one in Novi and the other in Birmingham. For more information, call Karen or Geri at 248-668-0000 or visit: www.

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n Wednesday, February 16th, from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., Dr. John Simon of Royal Oak's Woodside Animal Clinic will present a free informational seminar on The Healing Benefits of Pet Adult Stem Cell Therapy. The event will take place at Irene's Myomassology Institute in Southfield.

Dr. Simon, who is the author of several books, including "Anti-Aging for Dogs" and writes regularly for Natural Awakenings magazines and other local publications, has been practicing Veterinary Medicine at Woodside for over 40 years. He is Michigan's first in-clinc pet adult stem cell therapist.

The treatment is available for pets with chronic orthopedic problems of the hip, knee, shoulder, elbow and even wrist and ankle. This therapy works

when the stem cells, which are harvested from the patient's own fat and require absolutely no embryonic tissue, are injected into the affected joint and intravenously.

Seating for the seminar is limited, so arrive early to insure a seat.

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The Expo will be held indoors from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Additional information as well as an application form are attached for your convenience. Register early and don't miss out on the Early Bird Discount!

The Growing Green Earth Day Expo is a green program focused on the green education of Northern Oakland County which features green products, local vendors, career opportunities, environmental programs, services, energy issues & information, greening your home, lawn, garden & wetlands, green lifestyles, energy efficiency & conservation, speakers & presentations, hands-on, green focused activities and much more!

The mission and focus of the Expo is toward reaching the educational high standards of creating a green living community.

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Acupuncture Helps Heart Patients

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esearch news from Germany reports that acupuncture can improve exercise tolerance in patients suffering from chronic heart failure.

The researchers gave such patients—who were on conventional medication and stable—10 sessions of acupuncture, focusing on the healing method’s pressure points that boost general strength, and according to traditional Chinese medicine, influence the nervous system and inflammation. The control group was treated with placebo needles that did not break the skin.

The needles did not increase the heart’s pumping function, but they seemed to have an influence on skeletal muscle strength, and increased the distance that the heart patients were able to walk in a given time. The acupuncture patients also recovered more quickly from the exercise and tended to feel less general exhaustion.

This finding could provide a useful option in the future if relatively low-cost acupuncture treatment can work to improve the prognosis for cardiac patients over the long term.

Grapefruit’s BitterSweet Secret

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rapefruit’s piquant combination of sweet and slightly bitter tastes comes with a newly discovered benefit. Researchers have discovered that naringenin, an antioxidant derived from the bitter flavor of grapefruit and other citrus, may be of help to people with diabetes.

Naringenin, the researchers explain, causes the liver to break down fats instead of storing them, while increasing insulin sensitivity, two processes that naturally occur during long periods of fasting. The natural compound, the scientists suggest, seems to mimic some lipid-lowering and anti-diabetics drugs; it holds promise for aiding weight control, as well as regulation of blood-sugar levels, both vital components in treatment of Type 2 diabetes.

“It is a process that is similar to the Atkins diet, without many of the side effects,” notes Martin L. Yarmush, Ph.D., a physician who is the director of the Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Engineering in Medicine and a study author. Earlier evidence has shown that naringenin also has cholesterol-lowering properties and may ameliorate some of the symptoms associated with diabetes.

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Blushing Could Save Face

Most people try to hide their blushes when they’re embarrassed, but new research published in the journal Emotion suggests that facial expressions can serve an important role in smoothing social interactions.

Researchers from the University of Groningen, in the Netherlands, had participants read vignettes about typical social transgressions and mishaps, and then rate how favorably they felt about the faces of the ostensible social culprits. Blushing people were judged more favorably than non-blushers, regardless of the other emotional cues on their face.

The researchers argue that blushing signals a sincere acknowledgement of wrongdoing and communicates to others that we won’t make the same mistake again. They concluded that blushing might prevent people from being socially excluded after committing some kind of transgression.

It could actually help us, yes, save face.

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Dream on… and Learn Better

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A new study at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center sheds light on the role that dreams play in this process.

“After nearly 100 years of debate about the function of dreams, this study tells us that dreams are the brain’s way of processing, integrating and really understanding new information,” says senior author Robert Stickgold, Ph.D. “Dreams are a clear indication that the sleeping brain is working on memories at multiple levels, including ways that will directly improve performance.”

Indeed, according to the researchers, these new fi ndings suggest that dreams may be the sleeping brain’s way of telling us that it is hard at work on the process of memory consolidation— integrating our recent experiences to help us with performance-related tasks in the short run, as well as over the long term. In other words, dreams help us translate this material into information that has broad application in our lives.

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Mercury's Likely Link to Alzheimer’s Disease

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ccording to a review of relevant scientific literature published in November, 2010 in The Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, mercury likely plays a role in the development of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD).

Dr. Richard Deth, professor of neuropharmacology at Northeastern University in Boston, Joachim Mutter of Germany, and other researchers collaborated on the article, Does Inorganic Mercury Play a Role in Alzheimer’s Disease? A Systematic Review and an Integrated Molecular Mechanism, which clarifies the need for continuing research to understand the cause of neurological diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

The authors of the review use numerous peer-reviewed studies to suggest that a genetic predisposition and exposure to a neurotoxin such as mercury have to co-exist for Alzheimer’s disease to manifest itself.

"Mercury must seriously be considered as a causal agent of Alzheimer's" Deth explains that, “Since the brain is more vulnerable to oxidative stress than any other organ, it is not surprising that mercury, which promotes oxidative stress, is an important risk factor for brain disorders," Dr. Boyd Haley, the former chair of the University of Kentucky’s Chemistry Department, has done research on the relationship between mercury and Alzheimer’s disease for more than 20 years. He says earlier research on the biochemical abnormalities of the Alzheimer’s Diseased brain showed that

mercury, and only mercury, at very low levels induced the same biochemical abnormalities when added to normal human brain homogenates or in the brains of rats exposed to mercury vapor.

Mercury has been the subject of controversy in various public health issues over the years, including its use in vaccines and dental amalgam fillings.

Norway, Sweden, and Denmark officially banned the use of mercury in dental fillings based on the Precautionary Principal, a protective doctrine requiring proof of safety—a doctrine rejected by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Prior to these bans, the World Health Organization reported in 1991 that mercury fillings, routinely described as silver fillings to the public, are by far the greatest contribution to mercury in the human body.

Dr. Matt Young, President of International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT), an academy of dental, medical, and research professionals dedicated to safety in health care, which has held a continued focus on mercury’s effects, said, "Mercury must seriously be considered as a causal agent of Alzheimer's. It is imperative that the National Institute of Health fund realistic research regarding the mercury Alzheimer's connection, which heretofore has for the most part been ignored."

Th e A l z h e i m e r ' s A s s o c i a t i o n estimates 172 billion dollars in annual costs to maintain AD patients, which makes it imperative for the cause of AD to be found.

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Our body’s internal clock, the circadian rhythm, helps it adapt to the cycle of day and night and regulates functions such as sleep and metabolism. Working with lab animals, scientists at Hebrew University of jerusalem have discovered that a high-fat diet can cause disturbances in this daily rhythm by affecting an animal’s clock-related genes.

Significant health consequences include irregular sleep/wake cycles and metabolic disorders.

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Scoliosis: Treating Patients, Not Just Spines

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lmost 87% of children ages 3-10 who are diagnosed with scoliosis will undergo surgery to correct the scoliosis. Of these, 20 to 45% will require additional surgeries.

Girls ages 10 to16 years of age are 8 to 10 times more likely to have their scoliosis get worse than boys the same age. The average adolescent scoliosis (above 30°) worsens by about 7° each passing year. Face it, these statistics are scary. Perhaps the scariest: the average scoliosis patient will suffer a 14-year reduction in their life expectancy.

Surgery using long titanium rods called Harrington rods are used to straighten the spine. However, studies show that 22 years after scoliosis surgery, the spine curvature returns to its initial measurement.

Worse yet, the rods often bend or break, requiring follow-up surgery to insert new rods. Once the rod is removed, corrosion (rust) is found in two out of every three. Parents do not typically choose scoliosis surgery because it is the best choice for their child, but rather they are told that it is the only choice.

Here is perhaps the epitome of this devastating surgery: Paul Harrington, MD, inventor of the titanium rod, recently stood up at a conference of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, and stated, "If I knew 20 years ago what I know now, I would have never invented the rod for scoliosis surgery."

In a separate statement, he claimed "metal does not cure the disease of sco-

liosis, which is a condition involving much more than the spinal column."

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This treatment procedure is available at the Natural Wellness & Pain Relief Center in Grand Blanc. This is the only clinic in Michigan certified to administer this treatment.

However, this treatment is not for everyone. Prospective patients are first tested to see if they respond to the rehabilitative procedures used in ARC3D. Because every patient is different, treatment plans are individually tailored to the needs of each patient.

ARC3D also works to improve other physiological problems associated with scoliosis. For example, lung and digestive function are frequently diminished in people with scoliosis.

Therefore, in addition to working on the spine itself, patients are treated to improve these other problems, which are often more important than the spine curvature itself.

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Urban Psychology

News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Making a life is about more than making a living, and a University of Michigan study has found that some cities lead with their heart, while others lead with their head. “The place where we grew up or currently reside… defines who we are, how we think about ourselves and others, and the way we live,” suggest researchers Nansook Park and Christopher Peterson. Hence the common query: “Where are you from?”

With more than half of the world’s total population living in cities, the researchers maintain that it’s time to assess what is right about urban life.

So, they surveyed character strengths among more than 47,000 residents of the 50 largest U.S. cities.

They report that heartstrong cities tended to be warmer, less crowded and more community/teamwork oriented, with more families with children, and perhaps kinder and gentler overall. The five highest scoring heart-oriented cities were: El Paso, Texas; Mesa, Arizona; Miami; Virginia Beach; and Fresno, California.

Head-strong cities tended to be more intellectual, innovative and creative, with a greater number of patents per capita. They are often labeled as hot spots for talent and high-tech industries. The five top-scoring cities in this category were: San Francisco, Los Angeles and Oakland, California; Albuquerque; and Honolulu.

Some cities scored above average on both counts, including El Paso, Honolulu and Detroit.

Is it better to lead with your head or your heart? Each has its own advantages, the researchers conclude. Life may well be good in other towns, too, simply in different ways.

Where We Come From Counts

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America Names Top Smart-Growth Cities The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Smart Growth Awards recognize innovation in everything from creating small public spaces in densely packed urban cores to investing in compact communities and preserving forests and farmland. It all makes for greater livability.

This past year, the Big Apple took honors for overall excellence. “New York City has achieved a relatively small carbon footprint, given its size, through its commitment to creating compact and walkable neighborhoods,” according to the agency report. The city has also built dedicated bike lanes and carved out public spaces in urban jungles like Times Square.

Portland, Oregon, wins kudos for its realistic growth plan to accommodate an anticipated 600,000 population by 2030, strengthening employment and concentrating commerce, while preserving its neighborhoods and connections with nature. In Maine, 20 towns collaborated in a commercial and tourist byway, while preserving the region’s rural character. San Francisco earned praise for transforming a previously neglected alleyway into the vibrant South of Market retail area, as did Baltimore for its green rehab of an historic building into a mixed-use space that revitalized the surrounding neighborhood.

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The Rise of New Forms of Family Even as the number of married couples shrinks to just more than half of all U.S. adults, the family—in all of its emerging varieties—remains resilient, says a new Pew Research Center nationwide survey.

Most Americans’ definition of family has expanded to encompass either one or two adults living with a child. The vast majority (75 percent) of all adults consider their own family to be the most important and most satisfying element of their lives.

Far more married adults say that love (93 percent), making a lifelong commitment (87 percent) and companionship (81 percent) are key reasons to get married, rather than having children (59 percent) or financial stability (31 percent). Unmarried adults viewed these factors in the same order. Asked if they agree that there is only one true love for every person, fewer than 3 in 10 of total survey respondents say, “I do.”

Sonic Valentine

Ninth World Sound Healing Day is February 14 Jonathan and Andi Goldman will lead a five-minute worldwide toning for planetary peace and harmony on February 14 at noon, Eastern Time, when everyone is invited to meet up in the toning chamber at TempleOfSacredSound.org to join in a heartfelt, “Ah.” Those without Internet access are welcome to join in the compassionate chorus with their own heart sound at that time, or to create or join a local sounding event.

“We estimate that hundreds of thousands participate each year,” Jonathan says. They are encouraged that independent monitoring of the effects of collective consciousness on worldwide energy fields by Princeton’s Global Consciousness Project and HeartMath’s Global Coherence Initiative, while not conclusive, showed simultaneous upward spikes last year on Valentine’s Day.

For details, visit WorldSoundHealingDay. org, listen live to a special radio program at HealthyLife.net beginning at 11 a.m.

ET, Feb. 14, and find articles at HealingSounds.com/sounds.

Happiness Index Most American Adults Say Life is Good

A new Rasmussen Reports survey finds that 61 percent of adults rate their lives today as good or excellent. Among the most satisfied are married adults, those with no children at home and people with the highest incomes. Of the 1,000 men and women surveyed, 58 percent consider the years from 18 to 49 as the very best, 17 percent ultimately prefer age 50 and up and 14 percent maintain that childhood takes the cake. The rest are undecided.

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Going Back to School in the Golden Years Retirement communities, typically nestled near beaches or golf courses, are beginning to emerge somewhere else: near university campuses.

Educational opportunities and cultural activities there are among the perks for those who feel most alive in active, intellectually stimulating and intergenerational settings. Alma maters are a special draw for sports fans.

About 50 campus-oriented retirement communities exist around the country, estimates Andrew Carle, an industry expert and founding director of the Senior Housing Administration program at George Mason University, in Fairfax, Virginia. Another 50 are planned.

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MINDFUL KIDS Inner Awareness Brings Calm and Well-Being

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hen I walk outside, students others have been studying the medical run to me from the school effects of mindfulness for 30 years with playground, but they don’t impressive results. yell out my last name as they circle

Brought into schools, it can be a around and grab onto my legs, as it can powerful antidote to many struggles be a bit much to remember and profacing our youth. In the California Bay nounce correctly. Instead, I usually hear Area, for example, the Mindful Schools “Hey, Mr. Mindfulness,” or even, “The program has used mindfulness to teach Mindfulness Dude!” concentration, attention, conflict reso My job is to help to bring the art lution and empathy and science of mindfulness to students to 10,000 children in 38 schools; 66 Excerpt from a fourth-grader’s and teachers in schools, juvenile detenpercent of these schools serve lowMindfulness Journal tion centers and sports teams, as well as income children. Inside Oakland’s juveto clients in my private psychotherapy nile detention centers, the Mind Body practice. Happily, research is beginning to show that applyAwareness Project offers daylong, silent retreats for teens; ing mindfulness can decrease stress, attention deficit issues, although they presently live behind bars, they are learning depression, anxiety and hostility in children, while benefitto access greater inner freedom. ing their health, well-being, social relations and academic

In sports, a season invested in training the Alameda High performance. Children can easily learn the techniques, and School’s boys’ basketball team in mindfulness techniques when learned young, they become lifelong tools. helped us reach the Northern California playoffs, an unprecedented achievement in the school’s athletic history.

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These youth are learning the attention skills they need to succeed in today’s fast-paced, multitasking world. With Mindfulness means intentionally and compassionately practice, students are also learning emotional balance and opening our awareness to what is here and now. Mindfulnew ways to feel connected to their communities. The most ness, in the forms of medical and psychological modalities vital result I see is a new baseline of peacefulness evident in such as Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindthese young people’s minds and bodies. Mindfulness offers fulness Based Cognitive Therapy, is gaining attention as a general sense of well-being that all other skills for learning research suggests that it can improve mood, decrease stress and boost immune function. Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., and and productivity can build on.

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Daniel Rechtschaffen, MA, a pioneering trainer in his field, helps implement mindfulness-based curricula in schools and organizations. Collaborations include the Mind Body Awareness Project, Mindful Schools and Mindfulness Without Borders. He also convenes an annual Mindfulness in Education conference and teacher training at Omega Institute (search eomega.org). He has a private psychotherapy practice in the San Francisco Bay Area as a marriage and family therapy intern. Visit MindfulChildren.com and NowCounseling.com.

True Education The word education comes from the Latin roots ex, “from within,” and duco, “to guide.” Thus, education originally meant to draw out, to guide a student in unfolding the wisdom that is inherently within each person, at any age. This is a fundamentally different approach than the conventional educational paradigm that approaches students from the outside in and from the top down.

In using what I call the “fire hose” method of learning, spewing information at students and penalizing them when they can’t retain what the powers-that-be deem important, we make the mistake of assuming what each child should be, instead of seeing them as they already are. Think of how different each of our own lives would have been if parents, teachers and other mentors helped us learn to become the person we were inherently meant to be.

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RELAX & RECHARGE Therapeutic home recipes rebalance and renew mind and body.

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chieving balance on all levels of being is the true measure of vibrant health,” says Thomas Yarema, a multidiscipline physician and director of the Kauai Center for Holistic Medicine and Research, in Hawaii.

Integrative physicians and practitioners understand that in many ancient Eastern therapies, including Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, well-being is all about balance.

In these disciplines, harmony—and by extension, health and happiness—is created by a constant rebalancing of energies, sometimes complementing a natural state and sometimes countering it. Thus, depending on our physical and emotional makeup (easy-going personality? hot-tempered?) and current situation (need a job? getting married?), balance may require a calming down

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Whether the immediate need is to relax, refresh, release or recharge, we’ve got a simple to-do to get you back in balance.

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Relax

“Change is good,” the saying goes, but even good change, like falling in love or going on vacation—causes stress.

Stress is widely reported in medical journals like The Lancet and The Journal of the American Medical Association as linked to health problems from heart disease and diabetes to hair loss and depression. Because stress affects the immune system, frequent colds or

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bouts with the fl u may signal a need to slow down. Fuzzy thinking, forgetfulness and feelings of frustration can also indicate that it’s time to relax.

Get Herbal Drinking a cup of herbal tea is a simple, gentle and enjoyable way to “take fi ve.”

Herbal educator Dodie Harte, of the Sierra Institute of Herbal Studies, recommends a blend of three common calming herbs: chamomile, linden fl ower and passionfl ower, with a dash of relaxingly aromatic lavender fl ower. Add a cup of boiling water to a mix of one teaspoon of each herb and a small sprig of lavender, then let steep for 5 to 10 minutes.

Apply Pressure Like acupuncture, acupressure is a technique of Traditional Chinese Medicine that works to rebalance the fl ow of

chi, or energy, in the body by stimulating key points along its energy meridians, or pathways. While acupuncture uses needles that puncture the skin and requires a visit to a professional, acupressure stimulates via points on the skin’s surface and can be part of a selfcare practice.

“When acupressure points are stimulated, they release muscular tension, promote circulation of blood and enhance the body’s life force energy to aid healing,” explains Michael Reed Gach, Ph.D., founder of the Acupressure Institute, in Berkeley, California, and author of Acupressure’s Potent Points: A Guide to Self-Care for Common Ailments.

To relax the neck and relieve tension headaches, use the point at the base of the skull, just where the head attaches to the neck. Feel for the hollow between the two thick, vertical muscle masses—fi nding and pressing it will probably elicit a sigh. Put one or both thumbs in that hollow and apply gentle pressure for one to two minutes.

Refresh Perhaps the problem isn’t stress, but a feeling of weariness or listlessness.

According to Atlanta psychiatrist Tracey Marks, a medical doctor and author of the new book, Master Your Sleep: Proven Methods Simplified, the continuous fl ow of electronic information in our smartphone lifestyles may be overstimulating our brains. The fi rst step

to refreshing and replenishing is to log off. In short, she says, “Offhours create better on-hours.”

Go Solo Psychologist Ester Schaler Buchholz, Ph.D., author of The Call of Solitude, believes that “alonetime” is a basic need. She supports this belief with a series of infant studies, analysis of historical and anthropological data, and research examining how meditation and rest bolster the immune system. “When we don’t get enough solitude,” she observes. “We get out of touch with ourselves; we get forgetful; we get sloppy.” We may also get angry, anxious and depressed.

Take a daily, refreshing, mini-retreat by stepping away from the rest of the world for 15 minutes. Find a room with a door and turn off all electronics… then read a book, write a letter, meditate, or just close your eyes and listen to the silence.

muscle growth and protein synthesis.

New fi ndings by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center even show that the brain uses sleep to consolidate memories and make them more accessible when we’re awake.

“We should really think of ourselves as operating on a 16-hour battery,” Marks advises, because we must recharge ourselves in order to perform well. Signs of sleep deprivation include irritable moods and an inability to concentrate.

Marks’ Countdown to Bedtime routine starts an hour beforehand. Put away the work and turn off the comSleep puter. Stop drinking fl uids. Take a warm “Sleep ends up being one of those bath or footbath and don pajamas. Read, things we see as expendable,” says meditate or listen to music to wind Marks. Yet, a growing body of studies from Harvard Medical School’s Division down. Adjust the bedroom temperature to between 68 and 74 degrees and turn of Sleep Medicine and other research off all lights and electronics, covering institutions shows that it is crucial to their LED displays. If it takes more than your mental and physical health, as well as many of the body’s major restor- 30 minutes to fall asleep, get out of bed and do something relaxing until you ative functions, including tissue repair,

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scents of natural environments affect mental and physical well-being. She recommends spending time in gardens and growing your own plants, even if only a window box of herbs.

feel drowsy. “If your mind is busy, write out your thoughts on a problem-solving worksheet,” she suggests.

Get Outside Time and again, it has been proven that nature heals. One researcher, from the University of Southern California, has found that even just gazing at a natural landscape, sunset or grove of trees from a window can activate endorphins in the brain that make us feel good. Getting outside is even better. Integrative Psychiatrist Henry Emmons, a physician and author of The Chemistry of Joy, explains that sunlight provides us with vitamin D, which he notes, “… plays a role in many physiological processes, including moods.” Emmons’ prescription: at least 30 minutes outside daily, without glasses, which can fi lter out healing components of sunlight.

Neuroimmunologist and physician Esther Sternberg, author of Healing Spaces: The Science of Place and Well-Being, points to an extensive body of research showing that the colors, patterns and

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“The way music helps us release is that it helps us remember a little bit more of who we are,” advises soprano and Sound Shaman Norma Gentile, from Ypsilanti, Michigan. Her favorite tip: Sing! Gentile exhorts, “Sing with the radio, with a choir or by yourself.”

When you sing, she explains, you breathe deeply and your body vibrates and releases energy. Just sing whatever moves you, from the medieval songs of Hildegard von Bingen (her favorite), to Country & Western ballads. She adds, “There’s no style of music that can’t be helpful and healing.”

To release aches and pains, Kenyon applies a different exercise. First, fi nd a quiet, private room where no one will hear you. Then, close your eyes and focus on a part of the body that feels uncomfortable: the lower back or neck, perhaps, or maybe a heavy heart or other emotional unease. Breathe in slowly.

Exhale in an audible sigh, letting the sound come from the place of discomfort. Expressed sounds will be unique to each individual. Allow the sounds to build, reach a crescendo and then taper off naturally. “This is a simple, but powerful, technique for expressing tension with sound,” promises Kenyon.

Brush it Out “The skin is the largest organ in the body, and the better it functions as a toxin releaser, the less work the liver and kidneys have to do,” explains Tom Sherman, a bodyworker who teaches at the Acupressure Institute. He suggests daily dry-brushing, a low-tech way to stimulate lymph nodes, open pores, release toxins and exfoliate the skin.

Any natural fi ber bristle brush with a long handle will do, though Sherman prefers the Yerba Buena palm bristle brush. He also likes the Vital Chi SkinBrushing system developed by Bruce Berkowsky (NaturalHealthScience. com). Dry-brushing is a popular spa treatment with European roots.

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After you have de-stressed, refreshed and released, it may be time to ramp up your energy. These fi nal steps are geared to recharge your emotional and physical batteries.

Stay in Touch Physical touch in any form stimulates the body, and while massage is typically used to relax and release, it can also revitalize. A recent National Institutes of Health study showed that massage had a positive effect on cancer-related fatigue in patients who were undergoing treatments that drained them of energy.

“During an invigorating massage, the therapist uses faster paced, gliding, strokes, rather than slow, sustained, pressure,” explains Kristen Sykora, a licensed massage therapist and spokesperson for the American Massage Therapy Association. In-between visits (locate a local practitioner at Finda MassageTherapist.org), there’s plenty you can do on your own.

“Physiologically, when you massage yourself—even when you rub lotion on your skin—you’re asking the blood vessels to open up and bring in blood, nutrients and oxygen into that area,” Sykora says. She suggests a simple tapping technique, called tapotement, for re-energizing any area of the body that feels fatigued, such as quadraceps or derrière. To work on quads, sit comfortably, so the muscles are relaxed, make a soft fi st and tap gently all over the muscle for one to two minutes. Use either the pinky end of the fi st or the underside, where the fi ngers are curled.

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The good news is tooth decay can be prevented with self-care (daily brushing and flossing), sealants, and regular visits to your dentist for professional care.

So, how does poor oral health affect your child’s learning or performance in school? Dental disease is one of the top causes of absenteeism among elementary school children. In a recent report, The Office of the U.S. Surgeon General called dental and oral diseases a “silent epidemic.” The report stated that nearly 52 million hours of school are lost each year due to dental-related illness. The symptom that goes hand-in-hand with dental disease is pain. Pain from oral disease will keep students from concentrating and learning to their fullest. “Any kind of pain or discomfort around the head will be a big distraction and keep their mind from focusing on the tasks at hand, like math, science, English, history, etc.,” says Heather Pranzarone Stratton, DDS, a family and cosmetic dentist in Shelby Township. “Pain and swelling are both symptoms of severe disease. Sadly, these severe cases are common in our classrooms,” Dr. Heather added.

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wisewords A Conversation with Harville Hendrix, Marriage Whisperer

On the Secrets of a Healthy Relationship

by April Thompson

H

arville Hendrix, Ph.D., knows the sorrow of a broken relationship.

In 1975, after a 16year struggle to make a failing marriage work, Hendrix and his wife decided to split up. On the day the divorce was final, he was scheduled to teach a class on marriage at a university graduate school. As Hendrix responded to audience questions, he realized that everyone wants to know the secrets of successful marriages—including him.

That “Aha!” moment spurred years of research with couples and led to his seminal book, Getting the Love You Want, and the creation of Imago Relationship Therapy with his second wife, Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D. Their partnership of 28 years has produced nine books on intimate relationships and parenting, most recently Receiving Love, and six grown children. Imago Therapy seeks to unearth the hidden agendas that we all bring to our relationships and address them with openness, compassion and fearlessness.

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You need to know what pushes your buttons, whether it’s someone not looking at you while talking or someone being late.

You should also know what happened in your childhood that made you sensitive to that. Why? Because the person you

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will be attracted to is going to push that button. It’s an opportunity to repair the shut-down part of yourself as you stretch to meet your partner’s needs and become whole in doing so.

The divorce rate has been 50 percent for the past 60 years, because people think conflict means you’re with the wrong person. But conflict is growth trying to happen. Every person who falls in love goes through this drama: You meet someone who activates the negative aspects of your parents or caretakers, and your unconscious wants this person, who acts as a parental surrogate, to fulfill the unmet needs of childhood. When such conflict occurs, you know you are in a relationship with the right person.

Many people may go to therapy or read self-help books, but if the issue you need to address is triggered only by certain types of people, you can’t work on it until it’s triggered. If you do go to therapy, go together. Therapy can actually be bad for your marriage unless you are in the same room at the same time with the same person helping you work through these issues.

How does real love feel?

Romantic love and real love are two forms of the same thing. The feeling of romantic love is one of joy, pleasure, relaxation, excitement and euphoria.

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Couples eventually will lose that feeling and encounter conflict; if they can work through that, they can get to a point of real love. Real love feels like romantic love, but romantic love is fragile and driven by expectations, whereas real love is durable and lasts through frustrations.

What can we do to keep and develop intimate connection?

We teach couples how to have a different kind of conversation. It is called an Imago Dialogue, in which partners listen deeply to each other with curiosity, empathy and respect: what the other person thinks, how they feel and particularly, what they want in the relationship—and it is all done without criticism.

In a dialogue, I will tell you what frustrates me. Time is often a big factor—whether it’s being late or early, time together or alone or time management. We have a primordial need for reliability; what scares children most is parents not being reliable.

So I might say, “I need you to show up on time. In childhood, I couldn’t count on people.” You might respond, “Not having parents who kept promises, I imagine you feel frightened when I don’t show up.”

Then you come to the behavior needed to respond: For example, “If I’ll be late, I’ll give you a call, so you know when I’ll be there.” It’s all about communication.

If we fail to fix a past relationship, what does it take to make the next one work well?

It takes changing the notion that between our marriages, we can get fixed.

You are going to take any unresolved problems into the next relationship. The best and only thing you can do is be aware of this and resolve to respond to it differently the next time.

Ultimately, the best thing anyone can do for a relationship is to agree to end all negativity. If criticism is the basis of conflict, then appreciation, adoration and empathy are the basis for safety and passion in a relationship.

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CHOCOLATE Dark and Delicious, it’s Blissfully Healthy

by Gabriel Constans

D

id you know that more than half of U.S. adults prefer chocolate to other flavors and spend $55 per person per year to indulge their hankering? That’s a lot of chocolate— some 3.3 billion pounds annually, or about 12 pounds per chocoholic.

The International Cocoa Organization further estimates that by 2015, U.S. chocolate sales will top $19 billion.

Yet, Europeans still enjoy the majority of chocolate per capita. Switzerland leads the trend, with its citizens each forking over the equivalent of U.S. $206 a year for the treat. Worldwide, 21stcentury chocolate consumption continues to climb year after year; cocoa seems to be a recession-free commodity.

That’s good news for Indonesia and the West African nations that produce 70 percent of Earth’s cocoa beans.

It’s widely known that dark chocolate, in particular, is good for our emotional and physical health. The only debate that remains is what quantity is the most advantageous to include in our daily or weekly diet.

Why Chocolate Appeals Eating dark chocolate makes people happy, researchers have learned, because it contains phenylethylamine, the same nurturing hormone triggered by the brain when we fall in love. It’s

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no wonder that Madame du Barry and Giacomo Casanova both believed that chocolate was an aphrodisiac. Further, according to the California Academy of Sciences, the theobromine in chocolate acts as a myocardial stimulant, dilator of coronary arteries and smooth muscle relaxant, all inducing good feelings.

Researchers at the Harvard Medical School and Boston University School of Medicine recently reported in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition that subjects who consistently consumed dark chocolate showed a 40 percent lower risk of myocardial infarction and stroke than those who did not.

A study published in the European Heart Journal that tracked almost 20,000 people for 10 years found that people who ate about 7 grams of dark chocolate per day had lower blood pressure and 39 percent less risk of experiencing a stroke or heart attack, compared to those who ate an average of 1.7 grams daily.

Scientists have learned that cocoa powder and chocolate contain rich sources of polyphenol antioxidants, the same beneficial compounds found in red wine and many fruits and vegetables that help to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Professor Frank Ruschitzka, head of cardiology at University Hospital, in Zurich,

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Switzerland, comments: “Basic science has demonstrated quite convincingly that dark chocolate, particularly with a cocoa content of at least 70 percent, reduces oxidative stress and improves vascular and platelet [appropriate blood clotting] function.”

Chocolate lovers also will be glad to know that dark chocolate contains more antioxidants per 3.5 ounces than prunes, raisins, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, raspberries, kale, spinach, Brussels sprouts, alfalfa sprouts, plums, oranges, red grapes, red bell peppers, cherries, onions, corn or eggplant.

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A Bite of History Xocolatl was the Aztecs’ word for chocolate, which they called “bitter water” and considered a gift from the gods.

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Cocoa was first introduced to Europe when explorer Hernán Cortés brought the beans from Mexico to Spain in the early 1500s. The Spaniards kept their discovery a secret for almost a century, until it was smuggled by monks into France. By the 1650s, cocoa had crossed the channel to England and the North American colonies of the English and Dutch; 1831 heralded the invention of the first chocolate bar in the United States.

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1. Place all the fruit and cocoa in a blender and mix on high for one minute.

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6 oz melted bittersweet dark chocolate 2 cups milk – dairy or non-dairy (soy, rice, nut, coconut or grain) 2 bananas ½ Tbsp flax seed oil 1 tsp cinnamon powder 1. Place ingredients in a blender and mix on medium for one minute.

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2 cups plain low-fat dairy or non-dairy milk (soy, rice, nut, coconut or grain) ¾ cup vanilla ice cream (dairy or non-dairy) 1 ½ cup chopped walnuts 1 cup canned pineapple chunks, drained 6 oz bittersweet chocolate, melted 2 Tbsp brandy

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ith Christmas and January 1st having already passed, and with temperatures plunging far past the freezing point, there is no denying that winter has come to Michigan. And although cats and dogs rarely complain about the cold they must never the less be protected from exposure to extremely low temperatures.

Some types of dogs, as a result of their specialized breeding, have unusually thick undercoats which allow them to endure these sub-freezing temperatures. However, most animals can withstand only a few hours of unsheltered near-zero temperatures with out suffering some ill effects. Any dog that is to be kept outside in the winter for extended periods must be provided with a well-insulated doghouse with a raised fl oor.

The house should be tightly built to keep the wind out and small enough so the dog’s own body heat will help to warm the house. Situate the doghouse so that the door is not facing the wind. A small electric light placed high in the peak of the house will add just enough heat to take the chill off and will be appreciated by your dog.

Some other winter precautions to take for your pet’s sake are as follows:

• Outside dog runs should be somehow shielded from the wind.

• Cats cannot be let out at night and forgotten until the next morning.

• Honk your horn lightly before starting your car. Cats frequently crawl up in the engine area of parked cars in order to escape the wind and benefi t from whatever residual heat may be present. Each year, numerous cats are treated by veterinarians for severe lacerations caused by the fan blades of starting cars.

• Pets left outside in the winter for prolonged periods must be fed greater quantities of food since additional calories are required by the animal to maintain a normal body temperature.

• Check in between your pet’s paws for the accumulation of salt, which in some instances can produce irritation to the skin between the toes. Do not let your pet consume a lot of rock salt.

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• Do not forget that water dishes placed outside during freezing weather must be frequently replenished with unfrozen water.

There are electrical devices available to prevent water dishes from freezing.

• Many dogs, especially those who are older and overweight, injure their knees while running when they slip on the ice in the back yard. So try to limit your dog’s exercise when the ground in your backyard ices up.

• Be sure to clean up any antifreeze that you may have spilled as you fill your radiator. Ethylene glycol (anti-freeze) appears to be quite tasty to cats and dogs and at the beginning of each winter veterinarians treat numerous pets for this potentially fatal intoxication.

• A pet receiving a bath during the winter should be kept in the house for several hours past the time when he or she appears to completely dry.

• Hypothermia is most apt to happen when your pet is wet or damp. The smaller shorthaired animals are more prone to this type of injury. Signs of hypothermia are: violent shivering, followed by listlessness and collapse. Frostbite, on the other hand, results from the loss of heat and circulation from specific body parts (extremities) such as the toes, ears, tail and scrotum. A dog or cat with frostbite may or may not be hypothermic. With frostbite the skin, at first, is pale white. When circulation returns the affected area becomes red and swollen. A veterinarian should immediately examine any pet suspected of having either of these two conditions.

The point to be made is that the winter can be as tough on your pet as it is on you.

Please remember that animals cannot easily add another layer of clothing to protect them when the temperatures shoot downward and the wind-chill factor makes it most unbearable for man and beast alike.

Dr. John M. Simon, owner of the Woodside Animal Clinic in Royal Oak is a columnist, author, lecturer and past president of the Oakland County Veterinary Association.

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by Karen Adams

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hat if we all had the power to change our world, both now and in the future, simply by understanding and embracing our emotions? According to Dr. Judith Orloff, psychiatrist and author of the new Emotional Freedom: Liberate Yourself from Negative Emotions and Transform Your Life, we do.

“Emotional freedom is being able to increase your ability to love, both yourself and others, by cultivating positive emotions and by compassionately witnessing and transforming negative ones,” says Orloff.

It’s about learning how to approach life from a heart-centered place, instead of simply reacting when our buttons are pushed. This loving disposition includes all situations in life, the challenging ones as well as the good ones.

“I believe that the point of being alive is to develop our souls,” Orloff says. “I want to blend all aspects—the spiritual, psychological and biological.”

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Her holistic approach helps us to use everything that happens to us as material for personal growth. It helps us learn how to work with what she terms, “the energies of emotions”—to master them, instead of allowing them to master us.

The fi rst step toward achieving Orloff’s vision of individual emotional freedom is understanding that each person has a natural emotional type to which we retreat under duress. In her book, she counts four basic types, each with its own specifi c strengths and weaknesses:

The Intellectual, who can think his or her way through life, but would benefi t from feeling and playing more.

The Empath, who is sensitive and compassionate, but can be overwhelmed by others and must set protective boundaries.

The Gusher, whose emotions are “out there,” and tends to share everything, but must learn restraint to keep from exhausting others.

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The Rock, who is always there for others, but may appear detached, due to disconnection from his or her own inner feelings.

Orloff observes that modern life has created an epidemic of what she calls, “emotional vampires,” consumed with their own psychological needs; it’s essential to be able to identify them and respond in healthy ways. She explains that when we’re with someone and our energy level plummets or we feel put down or even ill, these are strong clues that we’re in the presence of an emotional vampire. Here are six main types she discusses in Emotional Freedom: ■ The Victim has a “poor me” attitude and thinks solutions don’t exist.

■ The Criticizer puts others down with cutting comments.

■ The Narcissist needs lots of attention, but has no empathy for others.

■ The Drama Queen or King loves to create big scenes.

■ The Controller always tells others what to do.

■ The Splitter sees everyone as angels or devils, and destroys relationships by turning people against each other.

Her advice? “Emotional vampires get their energy from upsetting you. So, if you’re calm and nonreactive, they’re not going to be interested in you.”

Orloff fi rmly believes that inner peace is the foundation of emotional freedom, and comes from connecting with the spiritual. Once established, an awareness of our innate worth, our own divinity, becomes a lifelong source of refuge and regeneration. That connection constantly reminds us that we are loved.

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or 20 years, I’ve meditated before stressful meetings, when I’m slammed by deadlines and during all kinds of domestic crises,” reports one successful lawyer.

“In the middle of a tough day or any time I feel like I’m about to lose it, I’ve learned that if I close my eyes for two minutes and find that inner place of calm, it will give me the strength to deal with just about anything.”

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ence, people who regularly meditate experience lower incidences of high blood pressure and heart disease than those who do not. Richard Davidson’s recent studies at the University of Wisconsin demonstrate that regular meditation decreases brain markers for depression, while increasing brain activity that marks states of peace and joy.

chronic stress. Research from Herbert Benson’s Mind-Body Institute and other studies shows that meditation can turn a natural stress response into a natural relaxation response. Instead of the body becoming flooded with chemicals that prepare us to fight or take flight or freeze, meditation releases a flood of calming neurotransmitters and hormones that soothe the system and stimulate immune functions. Meditating helps to bring the body back into balance.

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The key to such healthful effects is regularity. Conducted occasionally, meditating can give us a temporary emotional lift, but the real benefit comes when we do it every day. Then we learn to tune into the inner state that is the source of meditation’s power to heal the body, calm the emotions and stabilize the mind. Meditators often describe feeling states of increased focus and clarity, a sense of connection and empathy with others and above all, the sense of core inner strength that accompanies them through life, even in crises.

But in order to be willing to make

the inner body. (Note: To fi nd the heart center, place the right palm over the center of the chest and focus attention on the very center of the body, behind the breastbone).

Mindfulness – Beginning with the crown of the head, move attention through the body, focusing next on the forehead, followed by the cheeks, ears, mouth, neck, shoulders, front and back of the chest, stomach, lower back, hips, pelvic area, thighs, knees, calves and ankles. Continue on. As straying thoughts arise, notice them, note them as “thinking,” and return to the practice.

meditation a daily priority, we need to fi nd a way to enjoy it. Otherwise, chances are we won’t stick with it.

Meditation for the Love of It shares several core strategies for reaping pleasure from our practice.

The fi rst consideration is physical comfort when sitting to meditate.

As long as the spine is straight and the chest open, comfort trumps form.

Secondly, it helps to approach meditation as an experiment; one we conduct in the laboratory of our inner self.

The third basic principle is to fi nd a core practice that feels good to us and that we can relax into. Choose one that focuses and draws attention and energy into the peaceful fullness of a deeply meditative state.

Three Classic Approaches Tuning into the Breath – After assuming an upright posture, sense the fl ow of breath in and out through the nostrils— cool on inhaling and warm on exhaling. The key is to tune into the sensation of how the breath feels, which also engenders a natural sense of well-being.

Meditation in the Heart – Let the breath fl ow into the center of the chest, as if it were fl owing through the chest wall. As it touches the center of the chest, imagine a soft glow in the heart, like an inner sun. With each inhalation, feel the sun glow. With each exhalation, spread it throughout

To realize a daily practice, begin by sitting for fi ve minutes at the beginning or end of the day. Each day, increase the time spent sitting by one minute, until reaching 20 minutes.

Benefi ts accrue when we practice daily and make it a priority.

Sally Kempton is a master teacher of meditation. Her new book, Meditation for the Love of It, includes 20 practices to optimize meditation. A teachers’ teacher, her students include leading teachers of yoga and meditation around the world. Visit SallyKempton.com.

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RESTORING balance & harmony ENERGY MEDICINE GOES MAINSTREAM

by Linda Sechrist

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n William James’ famous hypothesis, “A new idea is first condemned as ridiculous, and then dismissed as trivial, until finally, it becomes what everybody knows.” In the field of energy medicine, the experiences of pioneers such as medical intuitives Caroline Myss and Donna Eden, natural healer Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat and Doctor of Chiropractic Eric Pearl validate James’ postulate.

Initially disregarded by allopathic medicine, the energy medicine these healers practice operates on the belief that changes in the “life force” of the body can affect human health and heal-

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ing. They maintain that applying this energetic perspective allows them to clinically assess and treat what they refer to as the body’s electromagnetic fields, in order to achieve a healthy balance in the body’s overall energy system.

The modality has to do with energy pathways, or meridians, that run through our organs and muscles. The idea is to uncover the root causes of imbalances and harmonize them at an energetic level before they completely solidify in the physical body and manifest as an illness. Such imbalances may be brought on by, for example, such things as emotional stress and physical trauma.

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As recently as 1990, the idea of using any form of energy medicine, such as acupuncture, Reiki, Touch for Health or the services of a medical intuitive in a hospital setting would have been considered preposterous. Today, however, more medical institutions are combining these types of treatment with traditional allopathic medicine.

For example, Children’s Memorial Hospital, in Chicago, a research-oriented emblem of Western medicine, now employs a Healing Touch therapist.

The hospital, which perennially ranks among America’s premier hospitals, is the principal pediatric teaching hospital for Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, a leading U.S. cardiovascular surgeon, was the first to include a Reiki practitioner in his department at Columbia University Medical Center, in New York City. The New York Times reports that Oz allows the use of Reiki during open-heart surgeries and heart transplant operations.

More Insight Medical intuitives say they can recognize problems in the flow of the body’s energies and are able to accurately predict the kinds of physical problems that are likely to emerge before any symptoms are detected. Eden, who has had a lifelong ability to make health assessments that are confirmed by medical tests, can look at an individual’s body and see and feel where the energies are not flowing, out of balance or not in harmony, then works to correct the problem.

“I was 22 before I discovered that everyone didn’t make their decisions after first seeing and sensing energy,” says Eden.

Carolle Jean-Murat, a California licensed obstetrician and gynecologist who now practices as a medical intuitive and healer, left her 30-year allopathic practice to focus on natural healing. Today, the native of Haiti spe-

practitioners are specifically trained to sense and honor the body’s animating life force and recognize its excesses and deficiencies, they also believe that we can all learn how to work with this important facet of our being.

It is our birthright to realize balance and harmony, and cializes in helping women restore their mental, physical and spiritual health.

“I am a healer who has the capacity to see, feel and hear whatever a client is going through, because I see them as a whole: energy, body, mind, soul and emotions,” says Jean-Murat.

Dr. Eric Pearl, author of The Reconnection: Heal Others, Heal Yourself, demystifies the healing process.

He teaches others (75,000 and counting) how to activate and use what he refers to as an all-inclusive spectrum of healing frequencies.

“Reconnection teaches people how to transcend the ego and its judgment, and reach a state of nonjudgment observation,” explains Pearl.

“Many of them describe their experience simply as an internal activation of an advanced level of consciousness, in which awareness allows the perception of a multi-dimensional universe.”

Pearl posits that as part of our growth as human beings, “We not only discover that we have become more, we understand that we can’t stand in fear, lack and limitation, and we can only offer ourselves as a vessel for healing for ourselves and others when we reside in oneness and love.” Pearl believes that it is part of everyone’s life journey to discover that they are an empty vessel, born to be filled with Spirit. By letting go of beliefs that block our ability to deeply understand this, we can harmonically converge with the lives of others at the level where we are all energy, as physics indicates.

These practitioners agree that, while we all have some subtle sense of an animating force within us that is pure energy, we often ignore it. We go about our daily lives using this life force to perform our activities until it becomes depleted and illness manifests in a physical or emotional imbalance.

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we can do this by learning to re-establish a healthy flow of communication within the body’s subtle energy system.

Linda Sechrist is a Natural Awakenings editor and freelance writer.

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ow would you like to relax as you improve in body, mind and spirit? Most people don’t even realize that the deep levels of relaxation that occur with hypnosis are just natural by-products of this remarkable state.

Most people think of hypnosis as being used either for stopping smoking, or to lose weight, improve confidence, or visit a past life; however it is also very helpful for stress management, alleviating anxiety and improving sleep.

Stress is a by-product of daily life.

We learn how to be stressed just by living in today’s world. Stress can accumulate through the years and wreck havoc with the body, mind and spirit. We may not be able to change the stressors in our life; however we can change how we react to those stressors. It’s never too late to learn how to change your response to stress. For many of us, relaxation was not a learned behavior; certainly not taught in school or at our mother’s knee. However relaxation can be learned and it is a byproduct of hypnosis.

What is Hypnosis?

Hypnosis is a state of deep relaxation, heightened focus and hyper suggestibility. Through hypnosis we bypass the critical part of the conscious mind

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The subconscious will accept suggestions that are acceptable to the person’s morals and belief system, and because it doesn’t differentiate between real and imagined; it can accept the new suggestion literally as a new reality. in order to establish selective thinking within the subconscious mind. It is an education/communication process where your subconscious mind can work in cooperation with your conscious mind to help you achieve your desired goals. The subconscious will accept suggestions that are acceptable to the person’s morals and belief system, and because it doesn’t differentiate between real and imagined; it can accept the new suggestion literally as a new reality. Remember that what the mind agrees with the body respond to. Through hypnosis

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By learning Self Hypnosis, you can put yourself in a deep level of relaxation in a matter of seconds. You can use that relaxed state in numerous ways; be it deep relaxation, higher self communication or guided imagery for self improvement or healing. Some people have used their self hypnosis to imagine tumors and aneurism’s decreasing and shrinking in size. Athletes learn to visualize the mastery of their sport, performing it perfectly in their mind through self hypnosis. Some people will use it for 3 to 5 minutes a day as a mid-day power nap and some will use their self hypnosis at bedtime to help them fall asleep quickly and easily.

Many people in high stress jobs learn self hypnosis as a mid-day power nap. Just five minutes of hypnosis at lunch time is like starting your afternoon fresh, free from the affects of stress that had been accumulating during the day.

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Two hours of yoga, philosphy and music. Mira Shani has been teching yoga and philosophy for ten years. Her playfulness and sincerity make the esoteric yoga teachings accessible for all. She just completed seven years of advanced Buddhist studies with teacher Geshe Michael Roach. For information about Mira visit MiraShani.com. $30/advance, $35/at the door. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave, CHEStERFIElD. Theresa May 586-949-5515. See ad page 55.

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Dna activation - 6-8pm. With Energetic Healers Rennae Hardy & Millie Zelkowski. $25. Radiant Beings, 25962 Knollwood S, CHEStERFIElD. 586-949-0112. See ad page 23.

TuEsdAy, FEBruAry 22 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.

Dr. Richard K. Sowerby D.C., Clinical Nutritionist demonstrates how Nutrition Response Testing addresses these issues. Whole Foods Market, west bloomfield. FREE! Call 248-8791900 to register.

Thursday, February 24 Present Moment Meditation - 7:30-8:45pm. Learn meditation, plus simple techniques for quieting the mind, relaxing the body, and ways to stay present and peaceful throughout your day. Pre-Registration required. $12. Center for Natural Healing , 1103 S. Washington, Royal Oak. 734-674-6965.

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Friday, February 25 "Sign" interpretation - 7:30-9:30pm. Join spiritual intuitive, motivational speaker and radio personality Lisa Jesswein for a fascinating night of spirit connection and sign interpretation. Lecture/group participation. Bring an object that is on or around you on a daily basis OR has special meaning to you. $15/advance, $20/door. Santosha Yoga, 48724 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield. Theresa May 586949-5515. See ad page 55.

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Saturday, February 26 Yoga for Neck & Shoulders - 11:45-1:15. If neck/ shoulder pain is preventing you from participating in a regular yoga class or carrying out your everyday functions, then this class can help. Props are used to maintain proper alignment and to discourage muscle strain. Enjoy a class that focuses on the neck and shoulders to release everyday muscle tension. $15. Rochester Holistic Arts, 118 Terry Ave, Rochester. 248-895-5064. See ad page 55.

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Candle Light Yoga with live music with Vishnu Blue - 7:30-8:30 pm. Join us for a restorative yoga class led by Jules K. with live music to open your heart with Vishnu Blue. $10 (suggested). House Of Yoga, 2965 W 12 MIle Rd, Berkley. Abby Bechek Hoot 248-556-0992. See ad page 54.

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Creating A World That Works For All - 10am. celebration of Spirit: music, laughter, meditation, inspiration, spiritual community. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston. Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-625-5192. See ad page 40.

Unity Church of Lake Orion - 10am service - Join us on Sundays with Reverend Guice. Find out more about us and answer the Question: What is Unity?

Lake Orion. Info: 248-391-9211.

Spiritual Gathering - 11am. The Center of Light Spirituality Center. All welcome. Relaxed, retreat type setting, interesting topics, loving experiences, meditation, healing, 5898 Baldwin Rd, Oxford.

248-236-0432.

Unity Church of Rochester - 11am. A center for spiritual growth and prayer support based on the practical application of the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Unity respects all individuals. FREE. 1038 Harding Ave. ROCHESTER HILLS. 248-656-0120.

Yoga - 9:30am & 2:30pm. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586-795-3800. See ads pages 27, 43 & 55.

Simply Yoga - 9:30-10:45am. (& Wed. or Mon/ Tue/Thu 6pm). w/Barb Heuerman. An exploration of the body & mind using a combination of postures with emphasis on deep breathing. Suitable for all levels. $15. 5896 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston. Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston. 248-770-5388.

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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.

Basic Yoga with Noreen Daly - 5:45pm, Also Wed 5:45pm. We strengthen our bodies, calm our minds and open our hearts. Beginning and intermediate asanas (postures). Bring your practice mat (a few loaners are available), or towel. $7/session. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston. 248-625-5192. See ad page 40.

Adult Women’s and Children’s Domestic Violence Support Groups - 6-7:30pm. LACASA: Comprehensive Services Center, 2895 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell. Info: 517-548-1350.

Flow Yoga - 7pm. Great for the fit individual wanting to experience a blend of classic yoga combined with asana flow & breath. Often heated. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Tr, Clarkston. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Blended Yoga - 9:30am. Great class for all levels combining classic yoga teachings w/asana. Some days we take it easy and other days we move a bit more. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Tr, Clarkston. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

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TAI CHI with Tammy Cropp - 10am. Beginning to Intermediate. Experience healing, stress reduction, balance, and increased flexibility through the gentle movements of Tai Chi. $8/session. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston. Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-625-5192. See ad page 40.

Yoga - 7pm. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586795-3800. See ads pages 27, 43 & 55.

Gentle Yoga - 7:00 pm. Great class for beginners, plus-sized, seniors, pregnant or anyone needing a more therapeutic approach to their practice. $12.

Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Tr, Clarkston. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Yoga - 9:30am & 3:30pm. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586-795-3800. See ads pages 27, 43 & 55.

Foundational Yoga - 10-11am. Energize and relax your mind, body, spirit and heart. $8. Michigan Rehabiliation Specialists, 10860 Highland Rd, Hartland. Tanya 810-623-4755.

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Experience Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture Therapy - 12-7pm. Reported results include relief from pain & stress. May aid smoking cessation, insomnia, weight loss, and substance withdrawal.

Five very thin acupuncture needles are inserted into points on ear. $20. Migun of Novi, 39525 14 Mile Rd. Suite 101, Novi. Karen or Geri 248-668-0000.

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Flow Yoga - 6:15 pm. Great class for those new to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga system. Often heated. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Tr, Clarkston. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Vinyasa Yoga - 6-7:15pm. Fairly vigorous class for people in normal health. Strengthen the body, awaken the mind. $15 walk-in or package discounts.

Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston. Barb Heuerman 248-770-5388. See ad page 54.

Honoring All Spiritual Paths - 7pm. Begins 2/9. A study of the worlds religions. Spiritual Education, Meditation, Visualization, Affirmation; practical tools for daily living. Peace Unity Church & Holistic Center, 8080A Ortonville Road, Clarkston.

Bookstore, Offices and Holistic Center, 248-6255192. See ad page 40.

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Young At Heart Active Adults - 11:30am-1:30pm.

Fun and friendly atmosphere filled with activities. $5 yearly membership per person includes 6 newsletters per year. Non-members welcome. (May be extra fee for luncheon). Hart Community Center, Davisburg. Info; Sarah 248-846-6558.

Boot Camp - 5pm. This class uses a combination of techniques: Plyometrics, weights, calestenics, stability balls, balance yoga postures, drills, resistance bands & more! A fun way to get fit!

All levels welcome;must be in good cardio shape. $12. Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Tr, Clarkston. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

Yoga - 5:30 & 7pm. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586-795-3800. See ads pages 27, 43 & 55.

Ballroom Dance: Foxtrot - 6-7pm. If you love Love Songs and you croon along with the golden voices of Perry Como, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Tony Bennett and Michael Buble, then Foxtrot is the dance for you. Learn how to dance to the classics. Study the steps, tips and techniques that will take your dancing to the next level. No partner necessary. $10. Rochester Holistic Arts, 118 Terry Ave, Rochester. 248-895-5064.

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Basic Yoga - 7pm. This class is a classic! Great for all levels; it's basic but with a challenge! $12.

Jewels Yoga & Fitness, 4612 Mountain View Tr, Clarkston. Jules 248-390-9270. See ad page 54.

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Yoga Class, Intermediate/Advanced Level 3-6 - 7pm. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586795-3800. See ads pages 27, 43 & 55.

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Drumming Circle - 6-8pm every 2nd Thursday.

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Strengthen the body, awaken the mind. $15 walk-in or package discounts. Yoga Oasis, 5896 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston. Barb Heuerman 248-770-5388.

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Sexual Assault Group - 9:30-11:30am. LACASA: Comprehensive Services Center, 2895 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell. Info: 517-548-1350.

Yoga - 9:30am. Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups, emphasizing restorative and therapeutic principles. $15 walk-in or packages. Wellness Training Institute, 39242 Dequindre Rd Ste 104, Sterling Hts. 586795-3800. See ads pages 27, 43 & 55.

Free Footloose Fridays in February for Seniors - 10am-4pm. Serenity Room and Certified Foot Reflexologist: Lauren Burtell will offer free 20 min. reflexology sessions. Auricular Therapy (Ear Acupuncture) and KangenTM Alkaline Water available. To schedule your complimentary foot reflexology session, call 313-671-7909. 725 S. Adams Rd. L-169, Birmingham.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - 6-7:30pm.

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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.

Certified Hypnotherapists Education and Networking Meeting - 1st Sat/monthly 9:30am-12pm.

Certified Hypnotherapists who have graduated from a state licensed school of hypnosis are welcome.

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Renee Mahon 248-538-4600.

Humor Therapy - 1-2pm. Develop your sense of humor. Connect with your inner child. Laugh away stress. Join us and get away from it all, for a while. $20. Michelle’s, 48645 Van Dyke, Shelby Twp. Michelle 313-942-5073.

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For information call the Volunteer Coordinator 888-937-4390.

“I’d put my money on the sun and solar energy. What a source of power!

I hope we don’t have to wait until oil and coal run out before we tackle that.” ~Thomas Edison

Oakland, Macomb, Livingston & St. Clair, MI

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Natural Networking at its best! Connecting you to the leaders in naturally healthy living in our community. To find out how you can be inbe included in this directory each month, call 248-628-0125 or visit: MHLAS.com.

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Allergy Treatment

Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

New Life Allergy Treatment Ctr.

Former MD in China served North American people for over 26 years with acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Specializing in various pains and intestinal problems. See ad page 39.

Computerized Allergy Testing/ treatments. Certified in NAET, BioSet, JMT and BioKinetics.

7 years experience. Specializing in: Environmental allergies, food allergies/sensitivities, digestive issues, skin problems, headaches, fatigue and Candida.

Chinese Health Clinic Hailan Sun, MD (China) Dipl. Ac 3075 E. Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills 248-276-8880 ChineseHealthInstitute.com

Terry Robinson, RPN, Natural Therapist Advanced NAET Practitioner 725 S. Adams S-185, Birmingham 248-792-2229 • NewLifeAllergy.com

Acupuncture & pain management Hyo Kim, M.D. • 586-939-7223 Board Certified Acupuncturist 37800 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights

Bowenwork®

For over 20 years, Dr. Kim has effectively treated patients who have overcome an array of health issues from minor to severe. Stop smoking with one session. Call for your appointment.

Acupuncture health alliance Susan Burke, OMD, L.Ac 2770 Coolidge Hwy, Berkley 248-582-8888

Specializing in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology Nutritional programs, QiGong and Physiognomy.

See ad page 41.

MARK ROGERS

1915 Southfield Rd., Birmingham 248-761-4135 AdvancedBodyworkLLC.com

“The alternative, alternative therapy!” Unique, gentle and effective pain relief technique.

Not massage. Back/neck pain, Fibromyalgia, migraines, TMJ, carpal tunnel, frozen shoulder and more. 15 years bodywork experience. See ad page 19.

Red door acupuncture

Two styles available: n Calendar of Dated Events: Designed for events on a specific date of the month. 50 words. n Calendar of Ongoing Events: Designed for recurring events that fall on the same day each week. 25 words.

For guidelines and our convenient online submission form, visit our website: NAEastMichigan.com/Calendar.html

Tina Lee, DiplOM • 248-520-1222

By appointment in Clarkston, Davisburg and Highland. Successfully treating a wide range of health issues.

Community Health Acupuncture Center

801 Livernois St., Ferndale 248-246-7289 • CommunityAcuCenter.com

Effective acupuncture treatment in our comfortable, quiet communitystyle treatment room. Affordable sliding scale fees, $15-$35 per treatment, no income verification.

Cardiology Healthy Heart & Vascular, PLLC Michael Dangovian, DO, FAAC 39242 Dequindre Ste 103, Sterling Heights 586-795-3600 HealthyHeartAndVascular.com

A unique practice with a blended m o d e l for wellness. Full-service cardiology, stress testing, echocardiography, Holter monitoringYoga, workshops. Take control of your health and wellbeing. For classes and workshops, See ads pages 27, 43 & 55.

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Oakland, Macomb, Livingston & St. Clair, MI

Chiropractor Bodymind network center, PLLC Dr. John W. Johr • 248-601-8843 1460 Walton Blvd. Rochester Hills Michigan's leading Network Office

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We utilize Network Spinal Analysis tm to encourage greater communication between your body and mind. Through breath, energy (focus) and movement, you will develop a lifestyle that supports sustainable wellness while enhancing your life. See

complete wellness & injury Solutions 30325 Gratiot Ave., Roseville 586-774-6301 • DrComplete.com

Experts in auto accident injuries and non-surgical spinal correction, as well as clinical nutrition/functional medicine.

Call about a free evaluation and consultation. See ad page 39.

Van Every Chiropractic Center

Dr. Anna Saylor-Wither; Dr. Laura Vanloon 4203 Rochester Rd., Royal Oak 248-616-0900 - VanEveryChiropractic.com

Get the best Chiropractic adjustment of your life! We offer a unique, breakthrough, gentle approach to Chiropractic care called Koren Specific Technique (KST). See ad page 47.

wills family chiropractic Dr. Jason & Dr. Heather Wills 5885 S. Main St., Suite 4, Clarkston 248-922-9888

Wide range in care choices, from low force adjusting techniques to traditional Chiropractic. Dr. Jason Wills specializes in Applied Kinesiology, a technique not widely found in North Oakland, that assesses the functionality o f e a c h i n d i v i d u a l . Vi s i t WillsFamilyChiropractic.com. See ad page 19.

colon therapy Lavida massage

Natural wellness & Pain Relief Centers

10683 S. Saginaw Street, Suite B Grand Blanc, 810-694-3576 MichiganWellnessAndPainRelief.com

Everyone, regardless of age or condition, can benefit from a nervous system that is working at its very best. Our interest in the spine is only because it houses the nervous system. Chiropractic is a safer, more natural approach to better health. See ad page 15.

NUCCA Chiropractor

Dr. Jamie L Cramer 4101 John R Rd., Ste 300, Troy 248-680-7200

Experience exceptional Chiropractic without any twisting, cracking or popping.

Dr. Cramer is trained in the NUCCA (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association). Tap into your healer within! Please visit www.NUCCAInfo.com. See ad page 37.

248-366-4611 3050 Union Lake Rd., Suite 3D Commerce, MI 48382

Also offering Colon Hydrotherapy from a 13 year experienced CCT. Now is the time to detoxify yourself in a comfortable and convenient setting! Mention this ad and receive $20 off this service. See ad page 21.

vivo wellness center

VivoWellnessCenter.com • 734-525-5400

Detoxify at Metro Detroit's premier Colon Hydrotherapy Center. Two hydrotherapy suites, FDA registered equipment & disposable speculums.

cleaning/clothing

Dr. Mike, a husband and father of three, takes pride in offering family chiropractic care using techniques tailored to each individual’s needs. Progressive Chiropractic offers massage, Reflexology, supplements, pillows and supports.

425 Main Street, suite #201, Rochester 248-601-3111 www.MentalFitnessCenter.org

A natural approach to mental and physical health, offering counseling, behavior analysis, coaching, nutrition and physical fitness training, for individuals, couples, families and persons with special needs.

See ad page 24.

Dentistry David W. Regiani, DDS, PC Holistic General Dentistry 101 South Street, Ortonville 248-627-4934 RegianiDental.com

Mercury and metal-free dental materials, non surgical perio treatment, Invisalign© Orthodontics, DDS weight-loss system, cosmetic dentistry and TMJ pain diagnosis & treatment. Over 25 years of providing dental services to the community. See ad page 31.

The hunger for love is much more difficult to remove than the hunger for bread. ~Mother Teresa HPS Advanced Dental care, PC Heather Pranzarone Stratton, DDS 4741 24 Mile Rd., Ste. C, Shelby Township 248-652-0024 • HPSDental.com

Our Family and Cosmetic Dental Practice is committed to practicing dentistry with a biocompatible approach. We perform mercury free/mercury safe dentistry in a friendly, caring atmosphere for the entire family. See ad page 25.

cambridge cleaners

1031 S. Baldwin Rd., Lake Orion 248-391-2877

N o t d r y c l e a n i n g . We t c l e a n i n g ! 1 0 0 % environmentally safe. No chemicals used. Odor free Safe for your clothing. Fantastic results. See ad page 22.

Progressive Chiropractic Dr. Mike Paonessa 716 W. 11 Mile Rd., Royal Oak 248-544-4088

The Mental Fitness Center

Counseling Do You Love Your Life?

Louise Marie Dobish Sedona Method® Certified Coach 734-347-9083 • DoYouLoveYourLife.com

Helping you discover and create a life you will love through coaching and workshops where you experience simple and profound tools you can easily apply. See ad page 47.

detox Holistic WellBeing Center

• Seasonal & Environmental Allergies • Concentration, Attention & Digestive Royal Oak, 248-953-9402

Homeopathic and Natural Approach to Health for Chronic & Acute symptoms including: Seasonal & Environmental Allergies, Headaches, Concentration, Attention issues, Brain Fog, Mold Candida, Itchy Skin, Constipation, Digestion, Muscle, Sinus issues. Hormone Balancing including Menopause, Acne....the list is practically endless. Advanced Computerized testing, EDS, Auriculotherapy, Biofeedback Certifications. • Detox Ionic FootBaths. See ad page 11.

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Feng Shui Catherine Hilker, owner Creating Sanctuary 248-547-4965 www.CatherineHilker.com

Life Coaching, Feng Shui and Space Purification services.

Call today and make permanent positive changes in your home, business and life.

Homeopathy Transformational Health, PC Kathleen Slonager, RN, DIHOM, ADS 16205 W. 14 Mile, Ste 202, Beverly Hills 248-613-9662 TransformationalHealthPC.com

Homeopathy & auricular acupuncture. Certified practitioner. Effective for acute and chronic illnesses, developmental & aging issues, as well as addictions.

Hypnotherapy fitness Ms Muscles' fitness

Sheryl Blystone • 586-764-5683

Holistic fitness training and nutrition consultation.

Get the body you LOVE! MsMusclesFitness.com.

The farther backward you can look, the farther forward you can see. ~Winston Churchill

Denise Jacob, RN, PhD, Cht 725 S Adams #236, Birmingham 248-514-8259 JacobHolisticHealing.com

Maximize your resources for optimal health and healing using Hypnosis, Healing Touch and Holistic Nutrition. These safe and effective techniques assist you in creating change and addressing health challenges.

Envo water

Royal Oak • EnvoWater.com

Envo Water delivers natural spring water in a renewable paper carton for healthy hydration onthe-go. See ad page 44.

Jack helps people Stop Smoking, Lose Weight, Gain Self Confidence, eliminate all kinds of phobias and has even served as a "Life Coach." Very Reasonable Rates. See ad page 40.

Live Smart bar, LLC

32418 Northwestern Hwy, Farmington Hills 888-234-2128 LiveSmartBar.com

Michigan made. Supports healthy aging and longevity.

Only 98 calories, 100% of daily Omega-3. Distribution, affiliate, fundraising and wholesale programs available. See website for details. See ad page 5.

Lucky’s Natural Foods, LLC Since 1974, 248-693-1209 101 S. Broadway, Lake Orion Downtown Historic Business District LuckysNaturalFoods.com

Whole food vitamins, minerals, herbs, homeopathy.

Supplement savings card, organic groceries, wheat & gluten-free products, Amish poultry & eggs, body care, books, cleaning & pet care. Personalized service, knowledgable staff, special orders.

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5793 W. Maple, #147, West Bloomfield 248-626-0001

In practice since 1983. Multiple noninvasive techniques for effective treatment outcomes. Medical knowledge, combined with Chiropractic and nutritional expertise treats the source of the problem, whether chronic or for prevention. See ad page 13.

Teresa Birkmeier-fredal MD 2770 Coolidge Hwy, Berkley MyWellness-Medicine.com 248-270-3309

Specializing in natural approaches to unresolved gastrointestinal symptoms and disorders.

Imagine That Hypnotherapy

Jack Dugger, Certified Hypnotherapist 2648 Lapeer Rd., Auburn Hills 248-622-6350

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Budaj Chiropractic and Nutrition

Forget love - I’d rather fall in chocolate! ~Sandra J. Dykes

integrative therapies A Touch above, LLC

Colleen Pascoe, OTR, CST, LLCC 30095 Northwestern Hwy, Ste. 40-A Farmington Hills • 248-515-5339

Occupational Therapist with 12+ years experience integrating specialized therapies for adults, pediatrics, infants. Lymph Drainage Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, Brain Curriculum, meridian balancing, Zero Balancing offered.

Light Therapy integrative medicine The Downing Clinic

Laura Kovalcik, DO, FACOI 5715 Bella Rose, Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com

Medical practice emphasizing natural treatments but also experienced with traditional medicine.

Special tests to determine health and nutritional status along with massage, Chelation and acupuncture. Women’s & Men’s health, Menopause & Andropause, Bio-Identical Hormones, Chemical Sensitivities, Osteoporosis, Candida, Fibromyalgia, Optimal Nutrition Plans and Primary Care. See ad page 8.

Oakland, Macomb, Livingston & St. Clair, MI

Interactive light therapy, LLC Michael Morris, M.A. L.L.P. 23995 Novi Rd., Ste. C103, Novi www.ILTInfo.com; 877-292-6121

Over 12 years of successful results. Anxiety, depression, ADD, fatigue, insomnia, stress, etc. Over time and with stress, your brain waves can become “stuck” in maladaptive patterns, causing many symptoms. ILT begins immediately to help restore balance. The result: you feel better and your life is improved. Call us for a free phone consultation. See ad page 4 & 30.

Let your love be like the misty rains, coming softly, but flooding the river. ~Malagasy Proverb

MASSAGE THERAPY SOOTHE YOUR SOUL

Pam Ziskie, CMT CST 20 Hudson St, Oxford • 248-236-9855 Soothe-Your-Soul.com

Integrative massage, relaxation/Swedish massage, orthopedic/deep tissue massage, Craniosacral therapy, hot stone massage, maternity massage. See ad page 11.

NATURAL/HOLISTIC HEALTH

COMiNG iN MArCH

HOLISTIC HEALING CENTER 1777 Axtell Drive, Ste 203, Troy 248-435-6400 or 248-637-1830 HHCMI.com

Help heal the world...starting with you! Offering alternative and holistic treatments, therapies and Reiki Classes.

Experience a holistic approach to wellbeing; focusing equally on mind, body and spirit. See

ad page 43.

RADIANT BEINGS WELLNESS TRAINING INSTITUTE

39242 Dequindre, Ste 104, Sterling Heights 586-795-3800 WellnessTrainingInstitute.com

25962 Knollwood South, Chesterfield 586-949-0112 RadiantBeings.com

Embrace a radiant lifestyle.

Spiritual coaching, energetic awareness & intuitive bodywork to promote self-healing.

Ionic Footbath, FIR Sauna, Reiki, workshops, more.

See ad page 23.

Integrated Therapeutic M a s s a g e and Reiki Services with aromatherapy. Craniosacral, Meridian Light Touch, Shiatsu, Hot Stone, Deept Tissue, Swedish to help you feel your best. See ads pages 27, 43 & 45.

MEDICAL INTUITION BECKY STEVENS HOLISTIC ALTERNATIVES, LLC

586-294-6540 33576 Harper Ave., Clinton Township BeckyStevensHolisticAlternatives.com

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 24.

NUTRITIONAL HEALTH RESTORATION Sandra L. Waters RN BSN Waterford, 248-698-8855 NutritionalHealthRestoration.com

25 years of extensive medical background.

Advanced certified in Nutrition Response Testing.

Nutritional teaching, testing, classes & supplements.

Specializing in thyroid, body & hormonal imbalances, food sensitivities, metal/chemical detox and parasite cleansing to restore your body’s health and balance. Visit website for information, testimonies, prices and more.

NATURAL TOYS DOWN TO EARTH TOYS

www.DownToEarthToys.com

MEDICAL SPA TIMELESS HEALTH & BEAUTY MEDICAL SPA 248-840-7853 6854 N. Rochester Rd, Rochester

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 37.

Cats have it all – admiration, an endless sleep, and company only when they want it. ~Rod McKuen

Wooden, Natural & Organic toys made in USA! Use code “NAM” to receive free shipping

NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING

special edition

NATURAL FOODS Natural Awakenings takes a look at the growing food revolution in our March issue.

ADVANCED NUTRITIONAL SOLUTIONS John McLaughlin, MA, LLP, MS, D.Hom Lee Rossano-McLaughlin Rochester Hills • 248-652-4160

Custom nutritional planning, Detoxification, Hydroelectric therapy, SCENAR pain management, stress reduction/relaxation, antiaging & weight management, individualized menopause solutions, natural hormone supplements & homeopathic remedies. See ad page 27.

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Organic Lawncare A-1 Organic Lawns, L.L.C.

Complete Natural Lawn Application Products & Programs PO Box 874, Highland 248-889-7200, A-1OrganicLawns.com

We believe in protecting and preserving your family and home environment with natural fertilizers that use the power of nature to beautify your property.

Bio-Turf, LLC • 810-348-7547

Serving Oakland, Livingston & Genesee

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

Life is what we make it, always has been, always will be. ~Grandma Moses

raw food Beth Wilke

Raw Food Teacher, Professional Speaker Information 586-899-8782 SensationalRawFoodDiet.com

motivate you.

13 years experience preparing raw foods, Beth's dynamic WORKSHOP, natural food classes, consultation services will quickly move you to new health/vitality levels! Her amazing food, delicious recipes, high energy, enthusiasm, personal success, will inspire/

Reiki Gayle's spiritual healing

Wellness training Institute

Reiki treats the whole body, mind and soul balancing your energy, reducing stress in your physical, spiritual and emotional well-being. Call or email for appointment.

A center dedicated to helping you live a better life utilizing medically proven techniques including yoga, bodywork, optimal nutrition and education, with the focus on making our clients experts in their own health & wellness. See ads pages 27, 43 & 55.

810-348-4500 • Holly Other sites available upon request GSpiritualHealing@yahoo.com

SOOTHE YOUR SOUL

Hannah Cornell-Schroeder 20 Hudson St, Oxford • 248-236-9855 Soothe-Your-Soul.com

Reiki Master Practitioner and Teacher. Reiki Classes - Level I, II, Master and Teacher. Ama Deus healing sessions. Life coaching.

Soothe-Your-Soul.com.

See ad page 11.

Vickie Evans, CMT

The Downing Clinic 5715 Bella Rose Blvd., Ste 100, Clarkston 248-625-6677 • TheDowningClinic.com

Reiki, Massage, Reflexology, Healing and Therapeutic Touch.

Rain Drop Therapy: Spinal massage with aromatherapy oils provides antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory action to improve back pain and conditions. See ad page 8.

Restaurants / Cafés Vineyards Café

Reiki advanced energy therapy

20 W. Washington, Ste 10 • Clarkston 248-909-3700 • Leslie@AETherapy.com AdvancedEnergyTherapy.com

Do you or someone you love have cancer? Reiki can help reduce side-effects of Chemo/Radiation therapy.

It also reduces stress and promotes healing. Pet Reiki available too.

32418 Northwestern Hwy, Farmington Hills 248-855-9463 VineyardDeli.com

Introducing new vegan, gluten free entrees, soups and salads. Dine in or carry out. Receive FREE pound or entree with purchase of equal or lesser value. See ad page 5.

Veterinary 27452 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak 248-545-6630 Doc4Pets.com

Rochester • 248-464-2049 JayasHealing@PeoplePC.com

There are 12 class hours in each degree. Investment: $150; Registration: $50. Classes: Reiki I to III and Master Training. Also advanced Seichim, living light energy.

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39242 Dequindre, Ste 104, Sterling Heights 586-795-3800 HealthyHeartAndVascular.com

yoga yoga House Of Yoga

2965 W. 12 Mile Rd., Berkley 248-556-0992 HouseOfYoga.net

Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yin and J i v a m u k t i Yo g a classes. Our space offers a warm, safe and peaceful environment to explore your practice. Teacher Training (RYT 200).

Jewels Yoga and Fitness 248-390-9270 JewelsYogaFitness.com Clarkston

Something for everyone.

Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Fitness, Private instruction, Massage, Mediation, Workshops, Discussion groups a n d m o r e . WA L K INS AVAILABLE OR CLASS CARDS. NO EXPIRATION.

Wellness training Institute

39242 Dequindre Ste 104, Sterling Heights 586-795-3800 HealthyHeartAndVascular.com

Truly accessible, heart opening and life enhancing yoga for all age groups emphasizing resorative and therapeutic principles. Call for class schedules. See ads pages 27, 43 & 55.

Yoga For Life Woodside Animal Clinic

Jaya’s certified Reiki & Seichim Classes

Wellness

Dr. Simon is the owner of Woodside Animal Clinic in Royal Oak, where he practices both alternative and conventional medicine on dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and rodents.

He is the author of 4 pet care books. See ad page 46.

Oakland, Macomb, Livingston & St. Clair, MI

1194 S. Lapeer Rd., Lake Orion 248-693-9932 www.YogaFor-Life.com

Yoga classes seven days a week. A variety of styles, including Anusara-inspired.

First class free! Registered Yoga School with the Yoga Alliance.

Yoga Oasis • 248-770-5388

Dixie Hwy, Clarkston • YogaOasisNow.com

Yoga classes for every “body” restoring inner strength, health and restfulness.

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Join us for a yoga practice and open discussion on how to sow a garden that can reap a lfetime of fruit for you and those around you.

Studios, schools and other resources from our community, providing the best of Yoga..for you!

Saturday, February 5th: 2-4 pm $30/advance - $35/at the door

See more local events in this month's calendar.

586-949-5515

Yoga IS Good Medicine... at any age!

First Class Free!

48724 Gratiot Ave. Chesterfield MI 48051 (just south of 22 Mile Road)

~ First Week of Yoga is FREE! ~ SantoshaYogaMi@yahoo.com

www.SantoshaYogaMi.com

20% off your first Yoga package.

586-795-3600

39242 Dequindre Rd., Suite 104 Sterling Hts. • (N. of 17 mile Rd.)

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Yoga Studios!

Your Healthy Living DISCOUNT Network is here! (and itʼs free for the first year)

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See these speakers...FREE: • Megan Strauchman, D.O. - The Importance of Nutrition For The Cancer Patient

• David W. Regiani, DDS - A Missing Link: How Dental Health Affects Your Overall Health

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