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RONNIE CUMMINS
Ronnie Cummins on Growing a Movement wise words
The way you think, the way you behave, the way you eat, can influence your life by 30 to 50 years. ~Deepak Chopra
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by Elizabeth Greene Every time you pull out your wallet, you are either casting your vote for regeneration or the continuation of degeneration. Everything you buy is a vote. F or five decades, human rights activist, journalist and author Ronnie Cummins has campaigned for natural health and the environment. Since he co-founded the Organic Consumers Association in 1998, the nonprofit has grown to a network that’s 2 million people strong, dedicated to promoting organic food, regenerative farming and commerce through global initiatives that integrate public education, marketplace pressure, media outreach, litigation and grassroots lobbying. His latest book, Grassroots Rising: A Call to Action on Climate, Farming, Food and a Green New Deal (ChelseaGreen.com/product/ grassroots-rising), focuses on Regeneration International, a global network that he and other advocates spawned in 2015 with a goal to reverse global warming and end world hunger by accelerating the transition to regenerative agriculture and land management. What is Regeneration International? It’s a movement that spread when people started to understand that the climate crisis was very, very serious and connected to other crises we face—our health and farmers not being able to make a living, for example. It’s about identifying regenerative practices around the world, publicizing them and changing public policy. We use the slogan, “Healthy soil, healthy ecosystem, healthy plants, healthy food, healthy people, healthy animals, healthy climate.” All these living systems are interconnected. Regeneration of one system impacts another, which will lead to stabilizing the climate. What’s the difference between organic and regenerative farming? Regenerative farming is simply the next stage of organic, focusing on soil health, carbon sequestration and ecosystem restoration. We call it “regenerative organic” because people understand organic. But when we devised organic standards, we didn’t completely understand soil biology and the carbon cycle. Now we know that there’s important biological life below the soil. We understand carbon sequestration. Regenerative organic farming rebuilds the soil, which improves food, health and eventually, the climate. It’s a transformation of the food system. What will it require to achieve the goals of the Green New Deal, which calls for net zero emissions of greenhouse gases by 2030? First, consumers need to understand the
interconnectedness of things so that they make decisions to create market pressure. Second, farmers, ranchers and land managers need to use regenerative best practices. Third is political power and policy change to drive regeneration. We need elected officials to understand regenerative ideas and feel pressure from constituents. Officials need to hear that we don’t want our tax money used for degenerative practices. Fourth is money. It will take trillions of dollars over the next decade, with much money coming from government funding. But private investments also need to shift. Our savings, pensions and retirement accounts need to be in financial institutions that place assets in regenerative, socially responsible investing.
How can we help address climate change on a personal level? Every time you pull out your wallet, you are either casting your vote for regeneration or the continuation of degeneration.
Everything you buy is a vote. What you talk about and do every day is also extremely important. Americans spend half of their food dollars eating out. Learn to cook, invite people over for dinner, teach your kids how to cook. Eating is an agricultural act.
Everyone should also be active in civic organizations. Run for office. It doesn’t have to be in politics, it could be a conservation committee or school board. Do what you can do best inside this regenerative framework and you will have a big impact.
Things aren’t hopeless. It’s plausible that we are going to solve this. Unfortunately, it took until now for people to wake up. I believe people have an innate love for nature and other people, but if they’re hopeless and unaware, they’re going to behave as if they don’t care. There is an increasing common awareness and responsibility to get the job done. This is a spiritual movement as much as it is an agricultural and alternative energy movement.
What inspired you to write about this issue? About 10 years ago, I learned that regenerative food, farming and land use, in combination with renewable energy and radical energy conservation, could solve the climate crisis. I did more research, helped form Regeneration International and then saw that there wasn’t a roadmap for regeneration. I needed to write the book so that the climate movement would understand regeneration and the food-farming-regeneration movement would understand climate. And I need for everyone to understand that there is hope.
Elizabeth Greene writes about the environment. Connect at ElizabethGreene28@ gmail.com.
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THURSDAY, MARCH 5 Essential Oils Immune System Make-and-Take Class–7pm. We will be making rollers to aid with respiratory health, immune health, headaches, stress, sleep and more. Make-and-take bottles: $5. Refreshments provided, so please RSVP. Roly Poly, 5076 Sunset Blvd, Lexington. Info: Call Gold Wellness Advocate Christine M Steen at 803-422-7068.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7 Goldspeak Women 2020–5:30-9pm. Celebrate Women’s History Month with an interactive golden discussion of triumph, discovery, freedom, revelation, success and joy despite facing life’s odds. Cost: $50. Courtyard by Marriott, 630 Assembly St, Columbia. Tickets: Eventbrite.com/e/goldspeak-women-2020-tickets-90572265083?aff=ebdssbeac.
SAT & SUN, MARCH 7 & 8 Butterbean’s Cafe Magic Superfoods–Sat, 9-11am and noon-3pm; Sun, 3pm. In this fun class, children will learn about all of the superfoods and why they are like super heroes. They will create and enjoy a healthy snack. Cost: $35. Healthy Hands Cooking Studio, 1720 Dutch Fork Rd, Ste B, Irmo. Info: Call Sharon at 803-238-5876 or register at AtTheTablellc.com.
FRIDAYS MARCH 6, 13, 20 & 27 St Patty’s Free Cookie Fridays–Enjoy a free cookie with your lunch purchase every Friday in the month of March. Roly Poly, 5076 Sunset Blvd, Lexington. Info: Call Rebekah Hilbish at 803-996-0397.
SUNDAY, MARCH 8 The Blended Mama’s Market–1-4pm. Shop at our monthly market featuring live painting demonstrations, handmade jewelry, boutique clothing, beauty care products, home décor items, and more! All ages. Door prizes! Cost: Free. CoCreate, 714 S Lake Dr, Lexington. Info: PersonallyPolishedByTeresa@ gmail.com.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 Wellness Wednesday Healthy Living Discussion–6-7pm. Facilitated by Ms. Tracy and Original Origins Health and Wellness. Discussion on various health topics, including cancer, kidney failure prevention, and reversing diabetes. Refreshments served. Cost: Free. The House of Hathor, 6820 N Main St, Ste B, Columbia. Info: Call Ms. Tracy at 833-678-7229 or email OriginalOriginshw@ gmail.com. Conscious Dance–7:30-8:45pm. Conscious Dance with Alison Beard. Cost: $12. Sign up on Mindbody. The Rooted Community, 141 S Shandon St, Columbia. Info: Call Anne Miller at 803-730-3976.
FRIDAY, MARCH 13 Harmony and Hues–6:30-8:30pm. Solar Plexus. Join Yoga with Malai and Canvases with Candace for a full mind-body and soul therapy session. Pro
motes relaxation, mental and physical flexibility, and peace. Cost: $30. The Well Collective, 3000 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info/tickets: HarmonyAndHues3.eventbrite.com.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Hush No More Soulful Paint Therapy–6-8pm. Relax and unwind from life with paint therapy facilitated by amazing artist Candace Thompson, using the step-by-step method. No artistic skill required. Cost: $30. CoCreate, 714 S Lake Dr, Lexington. Info: 888-285-2161, HushNoMorePaint. eventbrite.com.
SUN & TUES, MARCH 15 & 17 St Patrick's Day Cooking Class–Sun, 3pm; Tues, 6pm. Students will learn why green foods are superfoods and make and enjoy some green foods. Our menu may include green goddess chicken, leprechaun dip, and grilled balsamic asparagus. Cost: $40. Healthy Hands Cooking Studio, 1720 Dutch Fork Rd, Ste B, Irmo. Info: Call Sharon at 803-238-5876 or register at AtTheTablellc.com.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Essential Oils 101 Make-and-Take Class–7pm. We will be making rollers to aid with allergies, digestive issues, stress, sleep and more. Make-andtake bottles: $5. Refreshments provided, so please RSVP. Roly Poly, 5076 Sunset Blvd, Lexington. Info: Call Gold Wellness Advocate Christine M Steen at 803-422-7068.
FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Candlelight and Live Music–6-7pm. Come join us for a relaxing evening. Cost: $15. Sign up on Mindbody. The Rooted Community, 141 S Shandon St, Columbia. Info: Call Anne Miller at 803-730-3976. Empowered Women GNO–6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy an evening of painting, featuring Canvases with Candace, and empowerment with other ladies. Food, drinks, photo booth, and Empowered Women's Art Show. Cost: $50. Mota Enterprises LLC, 633 12th St, W Columbia. Info/tickets: Call Vanessa Mota at 803-220-6372.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Moving Forward with Confidence–10am–1pm. Gina Gibson offers tools to get beyond a false sense of safety so we can feel free to make bold moves, or even take baby steps toward those things that are calling our hearts to come out and play. Cost: Free, but donations are accepted. Jubilee! Circle, 6729 Two Notch Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-569-6385, RevCandace@JubileeCircle.com, JubileeCircle.com. Yoga for Men–Noon-1pm. Cost: $10. Sign up on Mindbody. The Rooted Community, 141 S Shandon St, Columbia. Info: Call Anne Miller at 803-730-3976. Conscious Dance–2-4pm. Conscious Dance with Alison Beard. Cost: $12. Sign up on Mindbody. The Rooted Community, 141 S Shandon St, Columbia.
Info: Call Anne Miller at 803-730-3976. Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga Pelvic Floor Workshop–2-4:30pm. Join Kyla Saphir, Yoga Mama, and pelvic floor specialist Meghan Davidson for yoga and learning how to support and strengthen your pelvic floor before giving birth and after. Q&A. Cost: $30. The Well Collective, 3000 Rosewood Dr, Ste 6, Columbia. Info: KylaJSaphir@gmail. com, YogaMamaColumbia.com.
SAT & SUN, MARCH 21 & 22 Reiki II–Sat, 11am-3pm; Sun, 12:30-3:30pm. Instructed by Joy Lee Connor, reiki master. Learn the principles of practitioner-level reiki with advanced interpretations of the reiki healing symbols and absentia healing protocol. Cost: $325. Magenta Studios, 540 St Andrews Rd, Ste 16, Columbia. Info/preregistration: Call Connor at 803-447-6499.
FRIDAY, MARCH 27 Improverts–6-8pm. If you've seen Who's Line is it Anyway? and want to experience comedy improv firsthand, then come join us. You can participate in games or just watch and enjoy. Cost: Free, but donations are accepted. Jubilee! Circle, 6729 Two Notch Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-569-6385, RevCandace@ JubileeCircle.com, JubileeCircle.com. Secure the Bag-Paint Sip and Shop–7-9pm. Paint and fill your own makeup bag, connect with other phenomenal women, get some spring makeup tips, and shop. Cost: $30. Converspace, 136-4 Forum Dr, Columbia. Info: 803-386-7112.
TUESDAY, MARCH 31 Essential Oils Metabolism Make-and-Take Class–7pm. We will be making rollers to aid with appetite, metabolism, cravings, detox, sleep and more. Make-and-take bottles: $5. Refreshments provided, so please RSVP. Roly Poly, 5076 Sunset Blvd, Lexington. Info: Call Gold Wellness Advocate Christine M Steen at 803-422-7068.
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FRIDAY, APRIL 3 Flashlight Egg Hunt–7:45pm. Search for Easter eggs in the dark. Bring your flashlight and basket. Rain or shine. Preregister. If space is available, walk-up registration starts at 7pm. Ages 1-8. Cost: $2. Saluda Shoals Park, 6071 St Andrews Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-213-2062, icrc.net.
SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Breakfast with the Bunny–9-10:30am. Breakfast with the Bunny, crafts and activities, an egg hunt, and a souvenir photo with the Bunny. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Registration ends Sun, Mar 29. Seven Oaks Park, 200 Leisure Ln, Columbia. Info/cost: 803-772-3336, icrc.net.
LIVING IN SYNCHRONICITY The Power of Meaningful Coincidence
When we have an inner need that converges with an outside event, it is a meaningful coincidence known as synchronicity, and it happens to us all. It can be simple, like a playful sprite: recurring numbers or dates, all the lights turning green as we race to meet an appointment or a call from a faraway friend just when we want to talk to them. Or it can be profound: a chance meeting with an employer looking for exactly our skills, unexpected money appearing when we’re in a pinch, a timely rescue or our grandmother’s favorite, obscure song coming on the radio or app just as we’re feeling teary-eyed on the anniversary of her death. Whether they are lighthearted or life-changing, synchronicities link us to an underlying order in the universe that is profoundly reassuring. They open us to mystery and delight. They give us a sense of being taken care of. They nudge us to grow in scary, but life-affirming directions. They awaken a sense of awe, which studies have shown to be the emotion most likely to make us reach out generously to others—and that evokes even more synchronicity. And they can make daily life a lark. By its very nature, we can’t create synchronicity, but we can live life in a way that encourages it to show up. The more engaged we are spiritually—whether that means prayer, meditation, walking in nature or loving others deeply—the more likely synchronicity is. Being open, self-honest, courageous, engaged, grateful and fully present summons it, which is where therapy, yoga and bodywork can be useful. But we don’t have to be saintly or enlightened; synchronicity is there for us all. It is simply the way the Universe works. The first step is to notice synchronicity when it occurs, and honor it. As with humans, when we give it our attention and say thank you, it makes it more likely to show up in our life again.
At some point as our trust builds, synchronicity becomes simply the way our life works. Things show up as we need them and we are in the right place at the right time. Even when occurrences seemingly go awry, we glimpse an underlying order that gives us strength and purpose. Life becomes a steady stream of meaningfulness and inner and outer exploration. We find ourselves living in flow, attuned to life’s deepest currents and awash in deep gratitude. Meg Lundstrom is the co-author with Charlene Belitz of The Power of Flow: Practical Ways to Transform Your Life with Meaningful Coincidence. Connect at FlowPower.com. by Meg Lundstrom
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SPACE AVAILABLE Event/Workshop Space at Jubilee! Circle – 2,200 sq ft available for one-time events, study groups, classes or weekly meetings. Long-term rentals available for hosting ongoing events or classes. Jubilee! Circle, 6729 Two Notch Rd, Columbia. Info/ tour space, contact Rev Candace Chellew-Hodge at 803-569-6385.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Columbia Resilience 501c3 provides three community work projects to support sustainability in the Midlands. The Community Orchard, First Time Bank of Columbia, and the Integrated Health Clinic. Participate in evolving your neighborhood into the beautiful place you want to live in. Go to our website at ColumbiaResilience.org and our Facebook page to join one of the projects. Alternative therapy practitioners interested in volunteering for the Integrated Health Clinic fundraiser should contact Pam Lorentz at 803-749-1576.
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Eckankar. The Sound of Soul Event and Discussion–10am. Free. Every 2nd Sunday. Eckankar reveals how every event in life is an opportunity for spiritual growth. 7 Oaks Park Rec Center, 200 Leisure Ln, Columbia. Info: Call Steve Fischer at 803-318-1887, or visit Eck-SC.org or Meetup.com/ columbia-spiritual-seekers. Writing as a Spiritual Practice–10am-12:30pm. Every 2nd Sunday. Spiritual Director Candace Chellew-Hodge, published author and songwriter, leads workshop to help participants use creative writing as a way to grow their spiritual practice. Bring pen and paper or laptop for writing exercises. Free, but donations are accepted. Jubilee! Circle, 6729 Two Notch Rd, Columbia. Info/register: 803-569-6385, RevCandace@JubileeCircle.com, JubileeCircle.com. Grandmothers Speak–1-2:15pm. Every 2nd Sunday. Based on the book Our Love Is Our Power, by Sharon McEarlane, and the international organization at NetOfLight.org. Free. Chi Energy Balance, 3610 Landmark Dr, Columbia. Info/register: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576. Yoga at Rosewood–2pm. Every Sunday. Provided by Rooted in Wellbeing. Bring your own mat. Free. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803-765-1083, RosewoodMarket.com. A Course in Miracles (ACIM)–3pm. Every Sunday. Join with others to study the workbook lessons and text of ACIM. Free and open to the public; donations are accepted. Miracle House, 4610 Oxford Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-569-6385, RevCandace@ JubileeCircle.com, JubileeCircle.com. A Course in Miracles–Original Edition–4:30-6pm. Every Sunday. We meet to share love, peace and “atone-ment.” We read together and discuss questions, insights and experiences at the home of Joy Lee Connor, near Chapin. Donations are accepted. Call for directions or to schedule introductory sessions with Connor. Info: 803-447-6499.
monday
Columbia Resilience Integrated Health–3:30- 7:30pm. Every 4th Monday. Energy-balance modalities offered through trained practitioners for chronic stress and post-trauma relief. Suggested donation: $10/session. By appointment only; must preregister. St Mark United Methodist Church, 3200 Lyles St, Columbia. Info/appointment: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576.
tuesday
Meatless Mania; Plant-Based Cooking Series–6pm. Every Tuesday. Learn to prepare scrumptious and healthy meatless dishes loaded with nutrition, including delicious burgers, savory stir fry dishes, soups, hearty wellness bowls, and more. Cost: $40. Healthy Hands Cooking Studio, 1720 Dutch Fork Rd, Ste B, Irmo. Info: Call Sharon at 803-238-5876 or register at AtTheTablellc.com.
wednesday
Debtors Anonymous–6-7pm. Every Wednesday. Debtors Anonymous offers hope for people whose use of unsecured debt causes problems and suffering. Find relief by working the DA recovery program based on the 12-step principles. Cost: Free. Jubilee! Circle, 6729 Two Notch Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-569-6385, RevCandace@JubileeCircle. com, JubileeCircle.com.
thursday
Yoga Gives Back–6-7pm. Every Thursday. Studies show that yoga is effective in relieving anxiety, reducing stress and increasing energy. The first class is free. To attend regularly, participants are asked to give a $5 donation, volunteer at least one hour of time at a determined scheduled event, or give two to five canned goods to a specified food drive. Mats and blankets are provided. North Springs Park, 1320 Clemson Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-414-2885.
friday
A Talk on A Course in Miracles–6:30pm. Every 2nd Friday. Facilitator Gina Gibson continues a series of monthly talks. Q&A to follow. Free and open to the public; donations are accepted. Jubilee! Circle, 6729 Two Notch Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-569-6385, RevCandace@JubileeCircle.com, JubileeCircle.com. Jubilee! Circle Coffee House and Open Mic–7pm. Every 1st Friday. Featuring Post Timey String Band and open mic at 8pm. Bring your instrument, songs, poems, spoken word pieces, and other talent to the mic. A cash bar will be open for beer and wine. Free, but donations are accepted. Jubilee! Circle, 6729 Two Notch Rd, Columbia. Info/register: 803-569-6385, RevCandace@JubileeCircle.com, JubileeCircle.com.
saturday
Writing as a Spiritual Practice–10am-12:30pm. Every 2nd Saturday. Minister Candace ChellewHodge, published author and songwriter, leads workshop to help participants use creative writing as a way to grow their spiritual practice. Bring pen and paper or laptop for writing exercises. Free, but donations are accepted. Jubilee! Circle, 6729 Two Notch Rd, Columbia. Info/register: 803-569-6385, RevCandace@JubileeCircle.com, JubileeCircle.com. Murraywood Health Foods 20% off Saturdays–10am-6pm. 20% off all grocery items, excluding local honey. Murraywood Shopping Center, 7001 St Andrews Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-732-3847.
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Bill Skelton is dedicated to helping people live happier, healthier, active lives with safe, gentle and effective techniques. He has 38 years’ experience and trained in the Republic of China. Call to schedule an appointment. See ad, page 40. .
AROMATHERAPY GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE 4840 Forest Dr, Ste 15-A, Columbia Trenholm Plaza, in Forest Acres 803-454-7700 • GarnersNaturalLife.com
Improve your level of stress, depression and mood with natural products from a locally owned family business. Our knowledgeable staff will guide you using aromatherapy for pain, anxiety, energy enhancement and more. We carry several brands of essential oils, including doTERRA. See ads, page 3 and back page. CHIROPRACTIC CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER INC Dr. Shelly Jones, DC 5209 Forest Dr, Ste C, Columbia 803-771-9990 • DrShellyJones.com
Webster Technique certified, Dr. Jones provides family chiropractic care, health information and wellness resources to support the body’s natural ability to heal, allowing one to feel better and enjoy living a more active lifestyle! Call to schedule your appointment or discuss bringing our onsite chiropractic care and health-education services to your business, school or athletic team.
DOWDY RUDOLPH CHIROPRACTIC LLC Dr. Dowdy Rudolph, DC 1444 Barnwell St, Columbia 803-376-6293 • DowdyRudolphChiro.com
Dr. Gerald Rudolph, DC, focuses on finding the root cause of your problems and not just treating your pain. He utilizes digital X-rays to help diagnose problems, spinal adjustments to stimulate proper movement of spinal and extremity joints, active therapeutic movement exercises to correct movement disorders, and spinal decompression to help relieve numbness and tingling down your arms and legs. Dowdy Rudolph Chiropractic also offers a state-of-theart full-body lounge hydromassage table that can help you feel more rejuvenated and relaxed. See ad, page 31.
FLEX CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Angela Larson Dr. Felicia Danio 1811 Bull St, Columbia 803-252-0108 • FlexChiros.com
With more than 22 years of experience in the chiropractic i n d u s t r y, o u r t e a m i s knowledgeable, experienced and courteous. Combining a passion for healing and alleviating pain with two decades of good old-fashioned knowhow, we give you the customized chiropractic treatment you truly deserve. Our vast list of services includes: decompression; Pro Adjuster; pregnancy care; newborns, infants and toddler care; massage therapy; ultrasound; Kinesiology taping; and cold laser. Call today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Larson or Dr. Danio. Let our team help you achieve a happy, healthy life through chiropractic care! CHIROPRACTIC
COLLABORATIVE LAW LAW OFFICE OF SHANNON K. BURNETT 109 N Main St, Blythewood 803-786-1758 • ShannonBurnettlaw.com Shannon.skblaw@gmail.com
Shannon Burnett helps families through legal issues that normally tend to tear families apart. She works in a collaborative fashion with other trained professionals to minimize the damage done to your family; it is her goal for your family to achieve a successful outcome and healthy resolution. COLON HEALTH SPRING RAIN HYDROTHERAPY Linda Salyer 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste H, Columbia 803-361-2620 • LSalyer@ymail.com
All disease begins in the colon. Constipation; slow, sluggish bowel; gas and bloating? A colonic will help to rid you of these problems. Colonics promote good digestion, help speed metabolism, help lower cholesterol, and help relieve joint pain. Linda Salyer is IACN certified and a retired nurse. Saturday appointments available with an additional small convenience fee. See ad, page 21.
CRANIOSACRAL CHI ENERGY BALANCE Pamila Lorentz, MSW, RN, LMBT 3610 Landmark Dr Forest Acres • 803-749-1576 ChiEnergyBalance.com
The innate wisdom and healing potential is within you to heal patterns of chronic stress and past trauma. Chi Energy Balance provides experienced guides to support you on your personal journey of health and freedom from pain and anxiety. Services include spiritual aromatherapy, CranioSacral Therapy, integrated massage, sound/vibrational frequencies, reiki and directional healing. Call today!
DENTISTRY FOREST DRIVE DENTAL CARE Dr. Joanna Silver Dover, DMD 3731 Forest Dr, Columbia 803-782-8786 • ForestDriveDental.com
Dr. Dover provides comprehensive, and compassionate dental care. BPA- and Bis-GMA-free composites, BPA-free occlusal guards, natural periodontal therapy, fluoride-alternatives for tooth remineralization, and mercuryfilling removal following IAOMT standards using supplemental oxygen, special filters and amalgam separators to keep toxic metals out of our waterways.
DOTERRA ESSENTIAL OILS CHRISTINE M. STEEN Restoring Life Oils LLC doTERRA Essential Oils Gold Wellness Advocate 803-422-7068
Christine M. Steen, doTERRA Gold Wellness Advocate, has embarked on a mission to help those seeking to live happier and healthier lives by using essential oils. Steen’s passion is to educate those that want to learn more about doTERRA oils and the quality and standard they represent. Call Steen today to learn more about doTERRA essential oils.
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A green skin care company that creates high-quality, non-GMO, all-natural products that are gentle to the skin and safer for the environment. Our brands include ingredients such as organic oils, butters, flowers, herbs, botanicals, local grains, beeswax and honey. Find our products at such stores as Garner’s Natural Life, Four Oaks Farm, Wingard’s Nursery, Whole Foods and more. For a complete list of retail locations, visit our website.
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MURRAYWOOD HEALTH FOODS Richard Beale, Owner • 803-732-3847 7001 St. Andrews Rd, Irmo In Murraywood Shopping Centre Hours: Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm
Locally owned and proudly serving Irmo and the Midlands area for more than 25 years, Murraywood Health Foods is a health and specialty food store featuring the very best natural product brands, vitamins and minerals, herbs and homeopathic remedies. The store also carries natural and organic gluten-free foods and health and beauty products. Call today for more information or to schedule a special appointment. See ad, page 22. HEALTH & FITNESS
THE FITNESS FACTOR LLC Certified Holistic Health Coach Jermika Kennedy 803-804-8027
Are you a woman age 30 to 65 suffering from Endometriosis or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and tired of the painful menstrual cycles? Getting into shape may help. Ready to get fit? Contact Jermika (registered nurse, certified personal trainer for women, and certified holistic health coach). Her services include mobile personal training sessions and personal health coaching sessions with recipes and discussion topics. Call today!
HEALTH & WELLNESS ABOUT YOUR HEALTH INC. 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste J, Columbia 803-798-8687 • AboutYourHealthSC.com Our main focus is health education and health-enhancing services. One-on-one nutritional counseling, Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Reams pH testing, parasite programs, aqua-chi footbaths, far infrared sauna, weight-loss programs, and thermography. Hardto-find natural, organic, whole food nutritional supplements, raw foods and natural household items. See ad, page 27.
ORIGINAL ORIGINS HEALTH AND WELLNESS Tracy R. Jacox • 833-678-7229 OriginalOriginshw@gmail.com OriginalOriginshw.com
Ms. Tracy has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. The mission of Original Origins Health and Wellness is to educate, equip and empower the community to adopt a predominately whole food, plant-based lifestyle, which will improve and optimize your quality of life, health and wellness while preventing, delaying, reversing or eliminating chronic illnesses. Original Origins can assist you with maximizing your health and wellness holistically! Our wide range of services include health coach partnering, comprehensive health evaluations, comprehensive cooking experiences, and a comprehensive kitchen evaluation. Your health is your wealth! See ad, page 25. HOLISTIC FOOT CARE
SWEET FEET FOOT CARE Mona Patterson/Master Pedicurist 9153 Two Notch Rd, Ste 11-C, Columbia 803-394-4421 • SweetFeetCare.com
Columbia’s foot care service with a holistic approach. Here at Sweet Feet Foot Care, we focus on Preventive Care, Effective Pedicure Treatments and Cleanliness. With advanced knowledge and skills, we help correct disorders of the feet and lower limbs with pedicure treatments and orthotics. Services are ideal for Diabetics, Seniors and Knee- and Back-Pain Issues. Call today to learn more about our services.
HOLISTIC HEALING
CHAPIN HOLISTIC HERITAGE Apothecary and Wellness Center 211 E Boundary St, Chapin 803-941-7083 • ChapinHolisticHeritage.com
Our center focuses on holistic health and spiritual awareness. We provide a wide array of services, including chiropractic care offered by Dr. Aleisha Taylor, Reiki sessions hosted by certified practitioners, herbalist consultations with Ashley Adams, tinctures, herbal medicines available for purchase and much more. Come see all of the different services the center has to offer for all of your health and wellness needs. JOY LEE CONNOR, LMT (SC#1229) Reiki Master Touch for Health Instructor and Consultant 540 St. Andrews Rd, Columbia 803-447-6499
Touch for Health (TFH) is a holistic approach to balancing the body’s muscles, energy system and your attitude using muscle testing and touch reflexes. A TFH balance treatment can help you recover from or prevent an injury and support any personal or health and wellness goals. Sessions with Joy are uplifting, life-shifting, transformative experiences for body, mind and spirit. If you are feeling STUCK in any way, call for the next available appointment or class session.
EXPECT WELLNESS Dr. Rachel Hall 130 Suber Rd, Columbia 803-796-1702 • DrRachelHall.com ExpectWellness@sc.rr.com Find us on Facebook for great health tips. Integrative/Holistic medicine consults for anyone wanting to approach their health more naturally. Dr. Rachel Hall is board certified in both family medicine and integrative holistic medicine. Together we will focus on finding the root of the problem, not just treating symptoms. Call today for a consult if you are looking to achieve balance. Inhouse diagnostic labs and therapies. See ad, page 5. INTUITIVE EDUCATION
HEARTDANCE Intuitive Training Carolyn Gregory 505-450-5671 VoicesOfTheHeart.org
For more than 30 years, I have traveled, studied and mentored groups and individuals in spiritual guidance and intuitive training. I integrate many disciplines in my practice. My goal is to assist others as they deepen their connection to Spirit and their personal happiness. Call me today to schedule an appointment.
ROLFING
ANNE MARIE COCKRELL Certified Advanced Rolfer
2214 Devine St, Columbia 803-771-6661 RolfingColumbia.com Feel better with structural integration, also known as Rolfing. This holistic form of bodywork addresses the connective tissue in the body known as fascia. It improves posture and relieves pain naturally, allowing for freer movement and improved physical performance. Anne Marie has been practicing bodywork professionally since 1991. Her services include Rolfing and CranioSacral Therapy. She works with people of all ages, and her office is wheelchair accessible. She is also a leader of Columbia Conscious Dance Tribe. See ad, page 43.
SPIRITUAL
HAVE YOU HAD A SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE? Contact Steve 803-318-1887 • ECK-SC.org Meetup.com/Columbia-Spiritual-Seekers
Eckankar, the path of spiritual freedom, hosts free, spiritual discussions. All are welcome. Topics include how the sound HU can give you a greater awareness of God’s love. We also offer spiritual wisdom on problem solving, the study of past lives, dreams and more. Call ahead. Times and dates may vary.
THERMOGRAPHY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH INC. 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste J, Columbia 803-798-8687 • AboutYourHealthSC.com
Our main focus is health education and health-enhancing services. One-on-one nutritional counseling, Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Reams pH testing, parasite programs, aquachi footbaths, far infrared sauna, weight-loss programs, and thermography. Hard-to-find natural, organic, whole food nutritional supplements, raw foods and natural household items. See ad, page 27. VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS
GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE 4840 Forest Dr, Ste 15a, Columbia Trenholm Plaza 803-454-7700 • GarnersNaturalLife.com
At Garner’s Natural Life, we offer the purest, most innovative highquality natural products. With more than 130 collective years of wellness experience! Allows us to encourage your healthy choices. See ads, page 3 and back page.
YOGA MALAI PRESSLEY YOGA INSTRUCTOR Downtown Columbia 803-807-2173 YogaWithMalai.com
With an infectious passion for yoga, Malai provides thoughtful yoga classes in Northeast Columbia. Malai is certified RYT 200 through the Yoga Alliance. Malai’s classes focus on letting go through the breath, yoga postures, and meditation. Join Malai in uplifting the mind, body and spirit. Visit her website for more information about classes and private lessons. YOGA MAMA COLUMBIA Kyla Saphir Pre- and Postnatal Yoga Instructor 312-532-8885 YogaMamaColumbia.com
Kyla is passionate about teaching women in her prenatal and postnatal yoga classes since she experienced the benefits when she was pregnant with her daughter. She is the founder of Yoga Mama Columbia, which supports expectant women and new moms through yoga around the Columbia area. The classes focus on using breathwork to relax, strengthening the body for labor and healing afterward, and building a community of new moms. Visit her website for more information on classes and upcoming workshops.
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Eating Greener Tips for Plant-Based Living Eating more fruits and vegetables as part of a plant-based diet is catching on. In 2019, more than one third of Americans said they plan to incorporate more plantbased foods into their diets to achieve their wellness resolutions, according to data company YouGov. For those new to “green eating”—and even for veggie-minded veterans—lots of helpful information is available now on what to consider in buying, preparing, re-using and discarding food.
The Environmental Working Group’s website at ewg.org/foodnews makes it easy to research pesticide levels in produce. Check out the Clean Fifteen and Dirty Dozen—the most toxin-free and toxin-heavy fruits and vegetables— along with related news and developments.
Home deliveries of local and organic produce can save time and gas consumption from shopping. Some of the leading regional services include Fresh Direct (FreshDirect.com), Sun Basket (SunBasket.com), Green Bean Delivery (GreenBeanDelivery.com), Irv & Shelly’s Fresh Picks (FreshPicks.com) and Terrtory Foods (TerritoryFoods.com). Composting combines food scraps with lawn and garden trimmings and more into a nutrient-rich, natural garden fertilizer. A useful guide to composting basics by the Environmental Protection Agency can be found at epa.gov/ recycle/composting-home. The phenomenon of food scrapping—using the parts of produce in recipes that are often thrown out—saves money in shopping, is easier on the environment and pleasingly leads to creative and innovative meals. A number of cookbooks are dedicated to the subject, including Cooking With Scraps: Turn Your Peels, Cores, Rinds, and Stems into Delicious Meals, by Lindsay-Jean Hard and Scraps, Peels, and Stems: Recipes and Tips for Rethinking Food Waste at Home, by Jill Lightner. Plant-based foods can be swapped for traditional ingredients in countless recipes. MotherEarthLiving.com explains how aquafaba—the water from a can of beans—can replace egg whites, even in meringues. Bananas, applesauce and ground flaxseeds or chia seeds can substitute for eggs to bind baked goods. Coconut oil can replace butter and nutritional yeast can do the job of parmesan when sprinkled on pasta. Nina Firsoval/Shutterstock.com
