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Our February Issue celebrates two things: relationships and massage, which actually go hand in hand quite well. Every romantic relationship can be enhanced with the caring touch from massage. And if that partner is a trained professional massage therapist, then isn’t that all the better? If one is single, getting a professional massage at a spa can help one feel connected, centered and at peace. Touch is as vital as air, water or food.

Many years ago, a friend gave me a gift certificate for a massage at a local spa. He knew I was feeling overwhelmed by work, and thought massage would provide a stress-busting one hour vacation from my chronic worries. He believed in the benefits, and sought out massage himself at least once a month.

Well, never having had one before, I was unnerved. I was a little uncomfortable at the thought of a complete stranger working on my body, and imagined it to be like some sort of medical procedure done while I lay helpless and vulnerable on one of those paper-covered examining tables seen in medical offices, or maybe worse still—a cold vinyl-padded table. And who are these people anyway? I was clueless.

After many weeks, this friend realized I hadn’t used the gift certificate and that I was drumming up a list of excuses that made it obvious I probably never would. It was just overstepping a personal boundary for me. He made the appointment anyway, and abruptly told me the day and time, as if it were an immutable commitment.

Wanting to be gracious and appreciative of his gift, I reluctantly went and met with his massage therapist, who was not the large, bulky East German-type woman of massage therapist caricatures, but a small woman in a medical smock, barely 5-foot-4. I tried to appear confident and worldly, but I’m sure my theatrics were ineffective. She explained everything, and when the time came, I painfully arranged myself under the draping sheets and waited as though anticipating surgery.

At this point, I can’t tell much more about what happened. I know she returned, set the soft music, lighting and began work, and within a few moments, everything became a blur. I’m certain there weren’t any pharmaceuticals involved, but whatever happened sent me directly into the most wonderful dream state, that when the hour passed, I felt like a completely new person. Before I left, I booked my next appointment for the very next week, and for months, I went weekly, even booking appointments on business trips, including massage in vacation plans, and making them the reward after completing long projects, long flights or long drives. It became an important part of my monthly budget.

I had to know more about the magic it offered, and research I read claimed massage provides not only stress relief and relaxation, but a long laundry list of health benefits for healing your mental state, sleep state, mood, immune system, even boosting healing from injury. But health therapies aside, doesn’t getting an expert massage make you feel fantastic? Seek it out for yourself, and let me know if massage makes the world look brighter for you, too, and, if it does, share that knowledge with those close to you—or better yet, get them a gift certificate.

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13 FOOD & MOOD

20 wisewords

Solutions for Emotional Eating

by Judith Fertig

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Helpful Access Points to Health

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18 EXPLORING THE DEPTHS

OF HUMAN ENERGY An Interview with Qigong Practitioner Jeff Primack

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20 COURTING MARRIAGE

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newsbriefs Envision Peace Museum Banners

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olumbia Quakers and Unitarians host a special opening celebration of an Envision Peace Museum’s banner display of six stories of everyday people from different faith traditions. The initial opening, from 3 to 5 pm Sunday, Feb. 3, will include a youth music presentation. Activities for children and youth will include a scavenger hunt and bingo. The Envision Peace Museum banners will continue on display for the month of February.

The Peace Museum provides models of peace that offer alternatives to the use of violence. The banner display is part of Envision Peace Museum’s effort to foster insight into the meanings and roots of peace while empowering visitors to overcome violence and injustice in their lives and in the world. Featured in the exhibit are a Jewish cantor, Buddhists monks, the Episcopal Church of the Advocate, a movement of democracy supported by the Catholic Church in Argentina, a soldier of Islam, and a peacekeeping group in India. Events are at Columbia Friends Meeting, 120 Pisgah Church Rd, Columbia.

For more info, call Cassandra Fralix at 803-269-4349 or visit PalmettoFriends.org.

Kratom Fights Stress and Fatigue

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ratom, a popular naturally growing herb in Southeast Asia, is used to fight fatigue, as a painkiller, for migraines, depression and stress. In lower doses, it has a stimulating effect, while in higher doses it has a sedative effect.

Kratom is a well-balanced herb that has many antioxidants and supports the immune system, and is available as a powder or as a tea.

Nearly everyone suffers from some form of stress, especially students. Kratom may be able to help make a heavy work load and study burden seem

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easier and help you feel better, too. Garner’s Natural Life now offers Kratom, with several varieties and types available.

Garner’s Natural Life is a local small business serving South Carolina for more than 42 years. Garner’s is located at 4048 Forest Dr, in Columbia, and is open 9 am to 9 pm Monday through Saturday, and 11 am to 7 pm Sunday.

For more info, call Jeff Garner or Nick Beers at 803-454-7700, or visit GarnersNaturalLife.com. See ad, back page.

Southern Sky Yoga Opens in NE Columbia

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outhern Sky Yoga opened its doors at 10603 Two Notch Rd, on Jan. 11, bringing the Northeast Columbia area its first dedicated yoga studio.

Elgin resident David Schindler felt compelled to open the studio after realizing that driving to downtown Columbia to attend class was becoming a hindrance to his own yoga practice. “From my house in Elgin it’s a 30-minute drive to the nearest studio,” Schindler said. “I was spending nearly as much time driving as I was in class, and that quickly became frustrating. I felt sure there were others in the Northeast who shared that frustration, and decided to offer an alternative.”

With a plan for a new studio in place, Schindler (himself a certified yoga instructor) recruited other local instructors to join his teaching staff. The teaching roster set, he leased a suitable space and put the plan into action. “Everything fell into place very quickly once I had my teaching staff lined up,” Schindler said.

“We held our first class less than four weeks later.”

Southern Sky Yoga offers daytime classes Saturday and Sunday, and evening classes Friday and Monday. The class lineup is varied to meet the needs of begin-

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ning through advanced students, and includes an Absolute Beginners series for newbies. The studio also hosts weekly community events offered at no charge. “Building a yoga community in the Northeast is just as important to me as offering classes,” Schindler said. “There is a tremendous benefit in associating with others who share the same passion and commitment.”

For more info, call 803-338-0348 or visit SouthernSkyYoga.com.

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with Margaret Self The Enneagram is a tool for self-knowledge and integration.

Based on how we engage reality, it reveals our motivation as well as our strengths and weaknesses. By discovering our basic style and what motivates us, we can begin to understand not only our own responses/reactions to the world around us, but also the responses/reactions of others.

Then we can begin to use this understanding to bring about change and growth in ourselves and within our relationships with others. It is an excellent tool for self-knowledge and for increasing harmony in a workplace setting or any setting where group dynamics are involved.

Margaret Self, Reiki master, will be teaching the Enneagram on Feb. 24, from 2 to 4 pm. The class fee is $35. The class location is Belladonna’s Gift Shop, 612 Saint Andrews Rd, Ashland Park Shopping Center.

For more info, or to register, contact Carolina Reiki Institute Inc. at 803-551-1191 or mself@carolinareikiinstitute. com. See ad, page 12.

Natural Awakenings Offers New Dating Website

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ust in time for Valentine’s Day, Natural Awakenings is premiering a new online dating site, NaturalAwakeningsSingles. com, in partnership with the Conscious Dating Network, the Internet’s largest and oldest conscious/ spiritual/green dating site.

The Conscious Dating Network receives success stories from members on a daily basis and has

helped thousands meet their partners during the last 14 years. Owner/founder Jill Crosby says: “I have become a believer in long-distance relationships, as so many of our success-story couples originally did not live in the same city, state or even country. Skype makes it possible to date this way before meeting in person.

Ultimately, one person moves to the other’s location, or they live in two locations together. They always tell us that they would never have met without the site.”

Niche online dating offers singles an efficient way to screen and date potential partners who share similar values and interests and are ready to be in a loving relationship. NaturalAwakeningsSingles.com is designed to facilitate this enlightened way of meeting, dating and connecting.

The site will allow singles to join, create a full profile, upload photos and videos, send hellos, indicate interest, and even read and reply to private messages and IMs, all for free. Upgrading, which allows members to initiate personally written messages and IMs, is inexpensive compared to other online dating sites, with packages ranging from $4.97/month to $16.97/month.

Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp. CEO Sharon Bruckman says: “I’m really excited about this new alliance, which enables us to offer our 80-plus Natural Awakenings publishers around the country yet another way to help their readers connect with like-minded people, this time for the purpose of creating conscious relationships. I can’t wait to hear the new love stories!”

For more info, visit NaturalAwakeningsSingles.com. Receive a 20 percent Valentine’s discount when joining in February by using the referral code, “NASingles.” See ad, page 26.

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Balance for Life A Month Dedicated to Heart Awareness Some ideas for you, your heart and your sweetie that are outside the chocolate box

Quality, undistracted time together nourishes the heart, add that to a stroll in nature = heart bliss Gift you sweetheart with some non-toxic items they use everyday like natural toothpaste, natural lotions and soaps. Support their health inside and out.

Make the intention to be mindful of ways to better love everyone in your life. It’s good for you & them.

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Now at Chiropractic Wellness Center

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r. Shelly Jones is pleased to announce that Ann Pettey Robinson, licensed massage therapist, has joined her staff at Chiropractic Wellness Center, in Columbia. Jones said: “Ann is a delightful addition to our staff of massage therapists and brings an interesting bundle of skills to our office. She is not only a talented massage therapist, but also a wonderful yoga teacher.” Robinson (formerly known as Minton) specializes in acupressure and other deep tissue techniques.

According to Robinson: “It is a privilege to work with Dr. Jones to help her patients make progress towards optimal health. Chiropractic care and massage therapy work together amazingly well to help reduce pain caused by repetitive motion and accidents. If you have a job or hobby that causes pain, we can most probably help.” Chiropractic Wellness Center Inc. is located at 5209 Forest Dr, in Columbia.

For more info, call Dr. Shelly Jones at 803-771-9990 or call Ann Robinson directly at 803-351-5779. Visit DrShellyJones.com.

Some people walk in the rain, others just get wet. ~ Roger Miller

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Fracking Goes Radioactive

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Grassroots Environmental Education, based in New York State, where extensive underground hydraulic fracturing—known as fracking—is proposed for tapping pockets of natural gas, has issued a report exposing major radioactive impacts of the practice that’s underway in several states and planned for many more.

The Northeast’s Marcellus Shale region is coveted for its rich gas deposits trapped in a substrate far below the water aquifer. Fracking not only uses toxic chemicals under high pressure that can contaminate drinking and groundwater—it can also release substantial quantities of deadly radioactive poisons, bringing them to the surface, where they have the potential to pollute air, water, soil, food crops and animal feed. The report notes that the radioactive material includes, for instance, carcinogenic radium-226, with a half-life of 1,600 years, which remains toxic for up to 32,000 years.

E. Ivan White, a staff scientist for 30 years on the congressionally chartered National Council on Radiation Protection, observes that such radioactive material could easily bio-accumulate over time and deliver a dangerous radiation dose to potentially millions of people long after drilling is completed. He states, “Neither New York State nor the Nuclear Regulatory Commission would permit a nuclear power plant to handle radioactive material in this manner.”

Doug Wood, associate director of Grassroots Environmental Education and editor of the report, says: “Once radioactive material comes out of the ground… it is virtually impossible to eliminate or mitigate. Sooner or later, it’s going to end up in our environment and eventually, our food chain. It’s a problem with no good solution—and the [state] is unequipped to handle it.”

Wood believes that releasing radioactive radium from the ground is a moral issue. “We must not burden future generations with this. We must say ‘No’ to fracking now,” he says, “and implement the use of sustainable forms of energy that don’t kill.”

For more details, visit Tinyurl.com/RadioactiveFracking. Join with others protesting fracking locally; find action tools at GlobalFrackdown.org.

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Hot Peppers Help the Heart

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ebruary is Heart Health Month, and individuals that like hot peppers have another reason to continue their spicy habit, according to recent research. A study presented at the latest National Meeting and Exposition of the American Chemical Society focused on the benefits of capsaicin and its fiery-hot relatives, a piquant family of substances termed capsaicinoids, that give cayenne, jalapeños, habanero and other chili peppers their heat.

The research team discovered that these substances boost heart health in several ways: They block the action of a gene producing a substance that makes arteries contract and restrict the flow of blood to the heart and other organs; lower cholesterol by reducing its accumulation in the body and increasing its breakdown and excretion; decrease the size of cholesterol deposits already formed in blood vessels that narrow arteries and increase the risk of heart attacks or strokes; and reduce overall levels of so-called “bad” cholesterol while not affecting levels of “good” cholesterol.

Reading Helps Teens Beat the Blues

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ooks stimulate the mind in more ways than previously known, and may even help reduce the risk of depression in teenagers, according to a new study published in the journal Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine. University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers report adolescents who spend more time reading books are less likely to experience a major depressive disorder than those listening to contemporary music.

Participants were called up to 60 times during five extended weekends over two months and asked if their attention was currently devoted to television, movies, music, video games, the Internet, magazines, newspapers or books. Teens who spent the most hours listening to music were 8.5 times more likely to be depressed than those who spent the least amount of time absorbed in tunes. In contrast, adolescents who read the most (primarily books) were 10 percent as likely to be depressed as those that read the least.

Major depression is thought to affect one in 12 teenagers, according to the U.S. National Institute of Mental Health. Dr. Brian Primack, the assistant professor of medicine and pediatrics who led the study, remarks “These findings may help clinicians and parents recognize links between media and depression. This is worth emphasizing because overall in the United States, reading books is decreasing, while nearly all other forms of media use are increasing.”

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Alexander Technique Lessens Back Pain

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otoriously difficult to treat, chronic back pain may be behind more disability and days off from work than any other health condition. A recent study published by the British Medical Journal, involving more than 500 patients, concludes that practicing the Alexander Technique, an awareness practice to identify and correct unconscious negative physical habits related to posture and movement, breathing and tension, combined with moderate exercise, can help.

The patients were either given normal physician care, massage or six or 24 lessons of the technique, which helped them learn to align the head, neck and back muscles, release unnecessary restrictions and improve overall balance. Half the patients in each group were also assigned to walk briskly for 30 minutes a day, five days a week.

Massage provided pain relief for the corresponding group for the first three months, and then the benefit had to be reinstated. Patients trained in how to daily use knowledge acquired from practicing the Alexander Technique reported less pain and an ability to do more by the end of the year. Individuals who received six lessons and stuck to a recommended exercise routine did nearly as well as those who had 24 lessons.

For more info, visit AlexanderTechnique.com.

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Peel-Good Energy

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onsumers do not need to buy overpriced, sugary sports drinks in order to replenish carbohydrates and electrolytes during or after exercise, say researchers at the Appalachian State University Human Performance Lab at the North Carolina Research Campus, in Kannapolis. Instead, just grab a banana. The tasty fruit not only offers the same performance boost as sports drinks, but additional advantages, as well. Bananas provide antioxidants not found in the manmade beverages, plus a greater nutritional boost, including fiber, potassium and vitamin B6. Bananas also boast a healthier blend of natural sugars than sports drinks.

Mindful Meditation Eases Loneliness

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alentine’s Day can increase feelings of loneliness, especially for the elderly, and may pose an additional risk factor for health problems such as heart disease and Alzheimer’s. A new study published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, offers fresh evidence that mindfulness meditation reduces negative thoughts about being alone in older adults and also improves their physical health. The ancient practice dates back to the time of Buddha and focuses on creating an attentive awareness of the present moment.

In the study, researchers at Carnegie Mellon University, in Pennsylvania, recruited 40 healthy adults between the ages of 55 and 85 who were interested in learning the technique. Subjects were assessed at the beginning and end of the study using an established loneliness scale, and blood samples were collected.

After eight weeks of meditation training, participants reported decreased feelings of loneliness, and new blood samples revealed reduced pro-inflammatory gene expression (manifestion of encoded information). Inflammation is thought to promote the development and progression of many diseases, including cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases and cancer.

Lead researcher J. David Creswell reports: “Mindfulness meditation training is a promising intervention for improving the health of older adults. It’s important to train your mind like you train your biceps in the gym.”

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The Salt shaker Thief

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efore reaching for the saltshaker, consider that excessive dietary salt not only burdens the kidneys and increases the risk of hypertension; it may also deplete vital calcium. Research by Canadian medical researchers at the University of Alberta recently discovered an important link between sodium and calcium, which appear to be regulated by the same molecule in the body. When sodium intake becomes too high, the body excretes it via urine, taking calcium with it and creating a risk for developing kidney stones and osteoporosis. So, pass the pepper instead.

Red, White and True

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ag the guesswork of grocery shopping and let the American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCheck mark help identify healthy foods.

The red-and-white icon, created in 1995 and now found on product packaging, is a solid first step in building a heartfriendly diet.

The AHA is now beginning to include foods with high levels of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats—the “good” fats—in the Heart-Check program. Updated requirements also covering sodium, sugar and fiber will take effect in 2014 to allow food manufacturers time to reformulate their products.

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Safer Cells Mobile Phones Becoming Less Toxic The Ecology Center, in Ann Arbor, MI, in conjunction with technicians at IFixIt.com, has published a list of toxic chemicals found in 36 cell phones from a range of manufacturers. The good news is that companies are responding to consumer and regulatory pressure and these troublesome components are on the decline.

The Motorola Citrus, Apple iPhone 4S and LE Remarq were the least toxic cell phones in the analysis. Two of the bestselling models, the iPhone 5 and Samsung Galaxy S III, ranked fifth and ninth, respectively. Among earlier models, the 2007 iPhone 2G was found to contain the most toxic materials.

Jeff Gearhart, research director at the Ecology Center, concludes, “The takeaway is that mobile phones are chemically intensive and full of chemical hazards, but they’ve been getting a lot better.” The center reported that every phone sampled in the study contained lead, bromine, chlorine, mercury or cadmium.

Source: Tinyurl.com/MobileRisk.

Parasite Protection

Animals’ Native Remedies Offer Insights We can learn much from animal species that selfmedicate naturally. Some have developed the ability to alter their diets and behavior in ways that provide protection from lethal, microscopic parasites.

Chimpanzees held captive often succumb to infection by a parasitic worm, which can lead to lethal intestinal blockages or secondary bacterial infections.

But chimps in the wild rarely experience such deadly ailments. More than 30 years ago, Michael Huffman, who studies evolution of social systems at the University of Kyoto, in Japan, noticed that wild chimps treated themselves by ingesting foods with special properties that fight intestinal worm infections.

Scientists recently discovered why monarch butterflies are so picky in choosing the milkweed plants on which to lay their eggs.

“The females often taste a plant, reject it and fly away,” explains Jacobus de Roode, PhD, of Emory University, in Atlanta, GA. His research team found that butterflies infected with a certain protozoan parasite seek out milkweeds containing high levels of cardenolide, a plant steroid that interferes with parasite growth in monarch caterpillars.

Scientists have identified many other species that partake in self-medicating practices, including macaques and sheep. Recognition that various insects such as honey bees and fruit flies share this trait is enabling scientists to rigorously examine the phenomenon in the laboratory, with hopes of finding applications in animal husbandry and even human medicine.

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Peaceful Spirits Living Spiritual Laws in Prison Living the Power, an organization formed by Marie Jackson in 2010, is piloting its Living the Power Behind Bars program in the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women, in New Jersey, with encouraging results.

Jackson supplies recommended course and resource materials for workshops aimed to help guide inmates to new ways of thinking and approaching everyday decisions using kindness and self-reflection. Through understanding spiritual laws of attraction and intention, participants learn to deepen and redirect their perceptions of themselves, others, events and circumstances to live a life of increased peace, balance and personal fulfillment, while positively influencing their greater environment.

“I’ve learned as much from the women in the program as they have from me,” says Jackson. “Keeping our spirit free is at the heart of peace no matter where we are.”

Source: LivingThePower.com/EdnaMahan.html.

Good Hood

Paving the Way in Sustainable Streets A one-and-one-half-mile stretch of Cermak Road, on Chicago’s West Side, will soon become one of the greenest streets in the country, and possibly the world. The historic industrial artery is shedding its smokestacks and corrugated steel warehouses for a $16 million makeover by the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) that will make the corridor a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design platinum showcase.

Improvements range from solar-paneled bus stops to native plants and pavement that absorbs rainwater.

Armed with tax increment financing funds and grant money, the CDOT set to work incorporating what may be the most sustainable elements ever to go into a single stretch of road. In addition, all materials were found within a 500-mile radius of the project. Twenty-three percent of the materials used are from recycled sources, and more than 60 percent of the redevelopment construction waste will itself be recycled. Other cities are studying the project as a blueprint for change.

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Free Gas

Promise of New Sustainable Power Source at Hand British engineers at Air Fuel Synthesis have succeeded in using an innovative new “air capture” technology to remove carbon dioxide greenhouse emissions from the air and transform them into synthetic gasoline.

The two-year experimental project mixes sodium hydroxide with carbon dioxide before electrolyzing the sodium carbonate that it produces to form pure carbon dioxide. Hydrogen is then produced by also electrolyzing water vapor captured with a dehumidifier. The carbon dioxide and hydrogen then produce methanol, which is passed through a gasoline fuel reactor to create the fuel. The prototype minirefinery, in Stockton-on-Tees, in Teesside, produced five liters of gas in less than three months. A larger plant might produce more than a ton of gasoline every day, and a refinery-sized operation is envisioned within 15 years.

The fuel can be used in any regular application and if renewable energy were used to provide the electricity, the system would be completely carbon neutral. While the technology has the backing of Britain’s Institution of Mechanical Engineers and private philanthropists, it has yet to capture the interest of major oil companies.

Source: The Telegraph.

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late chip cookies are necessary to help us feel good again.

Handling emotions without turning to food can be a knotty problem, health professionals agree, involving interweaving physical, emotional and spiritual strands.

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Food & Mood Solutions for Emotional Eating

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stressful day might have us seeking solace in ice cream, pizza or potato chips. Other times, we may feel a second donut or another high-calorie treat is our reward for a task well done. Occasional food indulgences are one of life’s pleasures, but habitually eating in response to our emotions can cause weight gain and health problems.

Core Issues “Emotional hunger represents an appetite, craving or desire to eat in the absence of true physiological hunger cues,” explains Julie Simon, author of The Emotional Eater’s Repair Manual: A Practical Mind-Body-Spirit Guide for Putting an End to Overeating and Dieting. “Emotional hunger often feels the same as physical hunger,” she adds, yet it might represent an unconscious longing for pleasure, calm, comfort, excitement or distraction.

It can also have a physiological basis. A 2011 study from the University of Leuven, in Belgium, shows that stomach-based hormones can connect directly to the brain, setting up cravings for sugary and fatty foods, suggesting that we are hardwired to want the foods that provide the greatest number of calories in the smallest quantities.

Sugary, starchy, salty and fatty foods also push the brain’s “reward” button, prompting the production of more dopamine, the neurotransmitter of pleasure and well-being.

Dr. Pam Peeke, PhD, author of The Hunger Fix: The ThreeStage Detox and Recovery Plan for Overeating and Food Addiction, maintains that these foods also create a difficultto-break addiction cycle. According to Peeke, an assistant clinical professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, in Baltimore, the more high-calorie foods we eat, the more we need the “high” they produce. Soon, increased amounts of foods like cheeseburgers, potato chips or choco-

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One solution is to simply pay attention to what our body is saying. Are we truly feeling hunger pangs? “When we eat in the absence of hunger cues, regularly choose unhealthy comfort foods or continue eating when we’re already full, something is out of balance,” observes Simon at OvereatingRecovery.com.

Identifying “trigger” foods might also enlighten us, advises Peeke. “You’re out of control if you have a particular food in your hand and you can’t just enjoy it, walk away and say, ‘Ahh, that was wonderful.’ Life’s okay without that particular food.” The key is being smart about which foods we need to eliminate and which ones will help us feel good and enjoy an overall better quality of life.

“When you follow a plant-based, unprocessed, whole foods eating plan, your body chemistry becomes balanced and your biochemical signals (hunger, cravings and fullness) work well,” explains Simon. “Each time you eat, you feel satisfied and balanced, physically and emotionally.”

Emotional Underpinnings Once we understand the physical component of emotional hunger, we can address the feelings that cause it. Most famous for their Rescue Remedy herbal and floral drops that help soothe anxiety, Bach Flower Essences recently created an Emotional Eating Support Kit that includes homeopathic essences of crabapple, cherry plum and chestnut bud. They maintain that four daily doses can help us think clearly and calmly when we fear losing control, plus objectively observe mistakes and learn from them.

Some feelings, however, can’t be “gentled” away.

“Soothe the small stuff, grieve the big stuff,” Simon advises.

Experiencing abandonment, betrayal, domination or violation may require therapy. Lesser stressors can often be soothed by music, being outdoors, talking to a friend, taking a warm bath, walking, meditative yoga or pausing to pray—instead of eating.

“No matter how sophisticated or wise or enlightened you believe you are, how you eat tells all,” maintains Geneen Roth, author of Women, Food, and God: An Unexpected Path to Almost Everything. “Your world is on your plate.” Roth came to terms with her own food addictions and now leads retreats to help others do the same.

When we begin to understand what prompts us to use food to numb or distract ourselves, the process takes us deeper into realms of spirit and to the bright center of our lives, says Roth. She urges us to be present in the moment and to use good food as a sort of meditation. Notice the beautiful greens in the salad and bless the farmer who grew them. It’s one path to realizing the essence of food that’s good for us is a blessing we deserve.

Award-winning cookbook author Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com.

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hen someone is suffering, it can be agonizing just to listen—we feel compelled to jump in with advice or stories of our own trials, filling any awkward space or moments of silent air with word upon word. The first rule of empathy, however, is listening in silence.

Miki Kashtan, writing for the Tikkun Daily interfaith blog, points out that giving our full presence is the most important step in practicing true empathy, and it doesn’t require us to utter a thing: “There is a high correlation between one person’s listening presence and the other person’s sense of not being alone, and this is communicated without words. We can be present with someone whose language we don’t understand, who speaks about circumstances we have never experienced or whose reactions are baffling to us. It’s a soul orientation and intentionality to simply be with another.”

When we achieve full presence, empathic understanding follows, Kashtan continues. “Full empathic presence includes the breaking open of our heart to take in another’s humanity. We listen to their words and their story, and allow ourselves to be affected by the experience of what it would be like.

“Then we understand. Empathic understanding is different from empathic presence. We can have presence across any barrier, and it’s still a gift. If we also understand, even without saying anything, I believe the other person’s sense of being heard increases, and they are even less alone with the weight of their experience.”

There are signs that empathy might be on the decline, with narcissism elbowing it out of our modern lives. As reported in the Utne Reader, University of Michigan Psychologist Sara Konrath, PhD, found that empathy levels among college students measured on the Interpersonal Reactivity Index plummeted between 1979 and 2009. The greatest drops were in empathic concern and perspective-taking—the ability to imagine another person’s point of view.

But don’t yet lament the death of human compassion. According to scientific studies, empathy is built into us. In recent research at the University of Southern California, Professor Lisa AzizZadeh, PhD, pinpointed where and how the brain generates empathy, regarding it as a naturally occurring emotion.

“It appears that both the intuitive and rationalizing parts of the brain work in tandem to create the sensation of empathy,” Aziz-Zadeh told The Times of India.

“People do it automatically.”

However we get to that utterly tuned-in, selfless state of empathy, providing a listening ear, giving our full presence and being moved by another can be gifts not only to the others, but to ourselves, as well. Concludes Kashtan: “Allowing into our heart the other person’s suffering doesn’t mean we suffer with them, because that means shifting the focus of our attention to our own experience.

Rather, it means that we recognize the experience as fully human, and behold the beauty of it in all its aspects, even when difficult.”

Margret Aldrich is a former associate editor of Utne Reader.

Bodywork Goes MAINSTREAM Helpful Access Points to Health

by Linda Sechrist

The seed holds within itself hints of its magnificent maturity. So it is with the practice of whole-person health care, which has matured in language, sophistication, credibility and acceptance. In a single generation, we’ve seen its presence grow from the outer edges of wholistic and alternative wellness to complementary and integrative health care. Its latest evolution into America’s mainstream is known as functional medicine. The branch of massage therapy, the germination point for myriad therapies collectively known as bodywork, patterns the movement’s development.

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nce considered a luxury for the pampered few, massage was among the first therapies to be widely recognized by physicians as a respected aspect of integrative and functional medicine. Bodywork increasingly shares this status, as it is included in conventional medicine’s more innovative health care models that embrace a body, mind and spirit approach. One of many examples is Duke Integrative Medicine, in Durham,

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NC, where patient services include a form of integrative massage that blends Swedish massage, myofascial therapy, reflexology, energy work and somatic therapy techniques.

In the public’s view, bodywork is still largely associated with massage, although distinct forms stand on their own, including Rolfing, structural integration, shiatsu and myofascial and craniosacral therapies. Bodywork professionals generally belong to the

American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), whatever their specialized modality. They may also participate in other professional organizations, such as the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals, which has some 80,000 members, many of which are also members of the International Association for Structural Integrators. These nonprofits’ websites help individuals locate practitioners in their area.

According to Maureen Moon, past president of AMTA, many massage therapists (which don’t refer to themselves as bodyworkers) are trained in various bodywork therapies and intuitively integrate them into their sessions, depending upon each client’s needs.

She notes that “many AMTA members are so passionate about their profession and meeting the continuing education (CEU) requirements that they go far beyond the units required to maintain their license, which can vary from state-to-state.” For example, Moon has trained in spinal reflex analysis, developed by Dr. Frank Jarrell, neuromuscular and craniosacral therapies, shiatsu and seven massage therapies. “Most AMTA members are CEU junkies,” quips Moon, who points out that national conventions provide continuing education and chapter meetings frequently introduce attendees to new techniques.

Some practitioners discover specialties while in search of pain relief for personal injuries or other conditions.

Myofascial Therapy Olympia Hostler, a myofascial therapist in Tinton Falls, NJ, had two serious horse riding accidents during adolescence and three automobile accidents by age 40, which combined, left her so incapacitated that she could barely walk. “I couldn’t work for three years, because I was so debilitated,” relates Hostler. She found her doctor’s diagnosis of severe permanent damage to the body’s soft connective tissue, or fascia, and the prognosis of a lifetime of living with pain unacceptable. So she began searching for something that would help restore health. Her investigation of therapies ended with myofascial release, an effective whole-body ap-

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proach to the treatment of pain and dysfunction, developed by Physical Therapist John F. Barnes.

“I had several sessions and found lasting pain relief unlike anything I’d ever experienced,” advises Hostler.

Unlike massage therapies focused on improving circulation, inducing relaxation or draining lymph fluid, the myofascial treatment reached Hostler’s deepest layer of fascia to free the restrictions causing her pain. “It was amazing that a hands-on application of gentle, sustained pressure into areas of restriction in the myofascial connective tissue could begin to relieve many years of ongoing, intense pain,” says Hostler.

Rolfing As a Certified (advanced) Rolfer and Rolf Movement Practitioner, Robert McWilliams has been able to pursue his lifelong passion in the fields of movement and physical fitness, which included 25 years as a professional dancer and 14 as a professor of modern dance. He taught at both the University of Oklahoma and the Uni16

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versity of Florida, in Gainesville.

“In the 1980s, while I was still dancing, I had an experience with Rolfing, developed by Ida P. Rolf [PhD], that transformed my dancing, increased my athletic performance alignment, coordination, flexibility, balance, muscle tone, expressive power and overall sense of relaxation onstage, as well as in daily life,” relates McWilliams. He currently serves as an assistant teacher at the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration, in Boulder, CO, where he trained.

Although McWilliams’ clients generally see him to treat the pain and discomfort of injuries, he says that they frequently change their focus to how their body is working better overall. “This is because injuries tend to resolve themselves after a few sessions of deep tissue manipulation of the myofascial system,” says McWilliams.

A specialized series of 10 sessions works to systematically balance and optimize both the structure (shape) and function (movement) of the entire body. Each session focuses on freeing up a particular region of the body. The

effect releases old limiting patterns and postures and restores the body’s natural alignment and sense of integration.

“Often, as freedom of physical expression increases, so does emotional expression,” comments McWilliams.

Structural Integration

“While Rolfers graduate from The Rolf Institute and attend certified training programs in order to maintain their trademark, and structural integrators can attend any of 14 certified US schools, we are all structural integrators; our training is based on the work of Ida Rolf,” says Diane Roth, a boardcertified structural integrator who has specialized in massage and bodywork for 25 years in the Chicago area.

Roth explains that all practitioners in this field of study combine hands-on freeing and realigning of fascial tissue with awareness and movement education, in order to structurally integrate the whole body.

Restoration of postural balance and functional ease greatly helps the body, which, she says, constantly labors against the powerful force of gravity.

Like Moon, Roth has studied and incorporated other adjunct therapies and modalities, such as craniosacral therapy and myofascial release. From her perspective, bodywork differs from massage in that it requires more involvement from the client.

“I tell my clients that with a veritable village of treatments available, there is always help for anyone that suffers with aches and pains, regardless of age,” says Roth.

Shiatsu

Shirley Scranta, owner and director of the International School of Shiatsu, in Doylestown, PA, discovered The Book of Shiatsu: The Healing Art of Finger Pressure, by Saul Goodman, in a health food store. She subsequently researched the school that Goodman founded in 1978, based on the theories of masunaga Zen shiatsu, kushi macrobiotic and his own shiatsu shin tai.

In 1996, Scranta became one of Goodman’s clients. “I drove a round-trip of 240 miles for weekly treatments because each session made me feel better and stronger. After five sessions, I enrolled in classes and graduated later that year,” says Scranta. She believes the widely known form of acupressure helped her body reestablish its own intelligence system, which had been distorted by childhood trauma.

“This gentle technique applies varying degrees of pressure to release tension, strengthen weak areas, facilitate circulation and balance the life energy that flows through the meridians in the body,” she explains. “In my case, it helped me connect with my body so that I could honor it and do what it needed to rejuvenate itself.”

Craniosacral Therapy Chiropractor Lisa Upledger is vice president of The Upledger Institute, in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. A craniosacral therapy (CST) practitioner, educator and wife of CST developer Dr. John Upledger, she advises that tension-related problems are a growing complaint in our modern world. Fortunately, such issues are among the myriad conditions that respond quickly to the gentle touch of this modality.

In a 2007 Massage magazine article, she advised that the positive effects of the therapy rely to a large extent on the performance of the body’s inherent self-corrective mechanisms.

“CST works through the craniosacral system to facilitate this function and thereby normalize the environment in which the central nervous system functions,” she noted. “As this is accomplished, a wide range of sensory, motor and neurological problems are improved.”

CST practitioners listen with their hands to the slow pulsations of the craniosacral system. With a soft touch, equivalent to the weight of a nickel, they explore any fascia restrictions throughout the client’s body, which rests fully clothed in a supine position. Effects of the treatment can be wide-ranging, affecting the musculoskeletal, nervous, cardiovascular and immune systems as well as organs, connective tissues and energy systems. It works to release deeply held physical and psychological patterns held within the body.

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A coin with different impressions on each side is still only one coin, a blend of precious metals. When the coin is tossed to reveal either heads or tails, the visible symbol is one interpretation of the whole imprint—an analogy that may best define the difference between massage and bodywork. All variations on the theme share the same goal—restoring health to the whole person.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Find other natural living articles at her website, ItsAllAboutWe.com.

For More Information International Association of Structural Integrators, Theiasi.org International School of Shiatsu, Shiatsubo.com Myofascial Release Treatment Centers & Seminars, MyofascialRelease.com Rolf Institute of Structural Integration, Rolf.org Upledger Institute International (craniosacral therapy), Upledger.com

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Exploring the Depths of Human Energy An Interview with Qigong Practitioner Jeff Primack

by Michelene Bell

What benefits does qi provide and how does it accomplish healing?

Say you’re a battery, and the qi is the life force that keeps the battery going. When the juice inside is used up, the battery is lifeless. Qi is related to your lifespan. If people squander energy on arguing and negative-pattern behavior, then how can anyone increase energy? Qigong understands where people lose their energy and how to get it back. Yet, qi has profoundly physical effects that unlock our potential. Five thousand years ago, Chinese medicine said, “Qi moves the blood.”

Standing still relaxed in a Qigong posture, a person can circulate as much blood as he or she could running for three miles. Jogging releases a flood of cortisol and negative stress hormones that close off small capillaries, but Qigong does not. There is no stress response from Qigong (it actually reduces cortisol in studies), and the level of full body circulation is even greater. Qigong noticeably improves blood circulation, digestion, etc. A pleasant heat builds in the navel center, bringing a quiet confidence and power within.

Is this life force, or qi, different in each person?

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energy that he or she doesn’t need to sleep anymore. This is a very high level of qi. Most people need six hours of sleep, thus indicating our limited energy situation. Qi can be replenished by using breathing techniques, meditation, fasting, prayer, sunbathing, etc. It is the same spirit, or qi, that moves through each person. Unity and oneness movements will take place all over the world, and they will be based around qi. It is all the same force, in different amounts.

Can a person have too much qi in his or her body?

Qigong theory states the “ocean of qi” in the navel can never be filled. It has a vast reservoir, allowing a lifetime of qi to be stored. Only if it is blocked can there be too much energy. When the spine and nervous system are out of alignment, it is important to open meridians and do stretching routines. One cannot have too much qi, but it can be blocked, and Qigong exercises will help to open up the channels.

People with abundant qi have a grace and power about them that attracts people. New students frequently find their skin clears up and their eyes whiten. Blood circulates better, helping more toxins leave the system. The benefits to having more qi are the same as having better blood circulation.

The pulse of your heartbeat is the foundation of life, but Chinese medicine has a dozen different pulses that Western

medicine has not yet discovered. When people do Qigong for the first time, they are often surprised to see their fingers pulsate and fill up with blood. The warmth people feel in the navel is also from the increased blood flow.

You speak about euphoric highs that can be attained from breathing techniques.

What is the value of this in practical, real-world terms?

Everyone wants to feel good. Alcohol transforms our mental state, but also destroys the liver. Qi has no side effect, except making you feel full of vitality. Its highs are beyond words. Sometimes the qi will vibrate throughout our body in such a blissful way as to feel we are being touched by God, all without chemicals or manmade products that cost money. The qi being free, abundant, right under our nose makes it the ultimate ally to rise above life’s obstacles.

Once you get the hang of the breathing techniques, there comes the ability to have a natural high anytime. Sometimes euphoria is so profound that it can erase negative emotional patterns presently going on. The ability to drop bad qi quickly trains the student to be without heavy emotional vibrations.

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Can you give a brief overview of the Qi Revolution seminar?

People generate energy in graceful Qigong routines. The entire audience feels a profound electromagnetic qi energy in its hands. In addition to movements, spine-tingling breathing techniques are employed, yoga, food-healing principles from naturopathic medicine, and an extraordinary healing-breath-prayer circle. The seminar gives the ultimate “activation” to one’s internal energy.

Once the candle has been lit (a metaphor for overflowing the qi energy center or “dan tien”), it is easy to maintain its radiance. Simply practice Qigong. All ages and fitness levels can participate.

Michelene Bell is the publisher of In Light Times magazine, in which this article first appeared. Jeff Primack is a Qigong teacher who has studied with many Qigong masters worldwide and taught more than 40,000 people in live seminars.

Qi Revolution comes to the TD Convention Center, in Greenville, SC, March 23-26. Primack and 25 certified instructors teach four days of Qigong training for $129. For tickets and info, call 800-298-8970 or visit QiRevolution. com. See ad, page 2.

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Courting Marriage Success Relationship Expert Stephanie Coontz Shares Go-To Guidelines

by S. Alison Chabonais

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tephanie Coontz, professor of history and family studies at The Evergreen State College, in Olympia, WA, shares her learned perspective in an intriguing oeuvre of books— Marriage, A History: How Love Conquered Marriage; The Way We Never Were; The Way We Really Are; and A Strange Stirring. She’s also co-chair and director of public education at the University of Miami’s research-based nonprofit Council on Contemporary Families. As a speaker, she shares good news on marriage, based on her extensive study and observations.

Is marriage becoming passé?

While marriage as an institution is less powerful than it used to be, people have higher expectations of marriage as a relationship. Precisely because most Americans no longer feel they have to marry, they are more specific about what they want from it. When a marital relationship works today, it is fairer, more intimate, more mutually beneficial and less prone to violence than ever before. Yet, individuals are less willing to stay in a relationship that doesn’t confer these benefits.

Which qualities do people most desire in a mate today?

The old model of married love held that opposites attract. Men wanted mates that were pliable and nurturing; women wanted men that were ambitious, powerful and protective.

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slightly scary, and some men still want an admiring, yielding woman, the trend favors valuing more individualized traits.

In a reversal from 40 years ago, men are much less interested in a partner’s cooking and housekeeping than in her intelligence, humor and accomplishments.

Women value a mate that shares household chores more than one that is a high earner. (See more results of a Pew Research Center survey at Tinyurl.com/ PewTrends.)

What guidelines foster a rewarding marriage?

Be truly interested in your partner’s ideas and activities; take pride in their achievements; use endearments or offer tactile affection without being asked; have a sense of humor about differences; and never let irritation or anger slide into contempt.

How can small, daily interactions contribute to intimacy?

We all have moments when we are irritated, angry or emotionally or intellectually unresponsive. A mate will tolerate these as long as he or she trusts you to be loving and attentive most of the time. It’s an emotional line of credit—each partner needs to keep replenishing the reserves of trust and good will, rather than drawing them down.

Psychologist and researcher John Gottman, PhD, suggests people need about five positive interactions for every negative one in an intimate relationship.

It’s less the occasional over-the-top gesture and more the regular, small depos-

its that count—a few words of appreciation, a loving touch, an expression of sexual attraction. If we have trouble remembering to regularly express appreciation, we may do better by asking, “What would have been harder about this day if my partner wasn’t in my life?”

Why do the new realities of marriage emphasize play over work?

Successful marriages used to depend upon specialization. Men and women couldn’t substitute for one another in accomplishing tasks. A typical woman couldn’t support herself financially; a typical man didn’t know how to feed himself, do laundry or manage childrearing. Even if couples didn’t share many mutual interests, the partners often took pleasure in being indispensable.

Now women can support themselves and men cook and clean. Thus, shared interests and leisure activities, rather than specialized work roles, increasingly serve as the glue of marriage. Play takes people off the work-centric treadmill and introduces novelty into the relationship. Spending leisure time with others also produces higher levels of happiness than cocooning, according to the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index.

So make it a double-date night.

How do current and potential partners benefit from game changers—from cell phones to the Internet?

The Internet makes it easier to meet partners. Once in a partnership, technology can help daily tasks get accomplished efficiently, leaving more leisure time. It also allows us to check in with each other while apart.

But e-devices are no substitute for face time. The best way to nurture a relationship is to unplug from the grid and plug into real life. I see many couples reinvigorated by each other’s company after a few hours together engaged in a fun outdoor recreational activity.

For relevant articles and interviews, visit StephanieCoontz.com.

S. Alison Chabonais is the national editor of Natural Awakenings magazines.

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FINNED AND FASCINATING Fish Make Appealing Family Pets

by Randy Kambic

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ing & Pet Supplies, in ish aquariums An aquarium are colorful and notes, decorates the house. Massachusetts, wondrous windows “Most new owners that to the sea, showcasing It’s also constant want to take the hobby continuous movement, get 30- to theater, with the fish seriously yet evoking tranquil50-gallon tanks.” being the actors. She suggests ity. A mainstay in many workplaces, restaurants, once-daily ~ Ron Elander, owner, hospitals and physicians’ feedings or, Octopuss Garden offices, these watery “If you want habitats weave their more interacgreatest influence when tion with the fish, adopted into a home half as much, twice a day. If you feed with children. at set times, the fish will quickly learn The 2011and be ready.” To provide a relaxed 2012 American environment for aquarium life and Pet Products reduce algae growth, select a tank Association Pet location in a low-traffic area, away Owner Survey reports that 11.9 milfrom windows. lion US households now own freshwa- According to Dobrow, a first ter fish (another 700,000 have saltwafreshwater collection of colorful species ter pets). While exotic species offer that usually coexist well could include great appeal, freshwater fish are less angelfish, discus, clown loach, African expensive in many cases and require cichlids and fancy goldfish. “They’re all less equipment in terms of pumps fun and pretty,” she comments. and power heads to create water Aquarium shop owner Ron currents. Careful and Elander, of Octopuss Garden, thoughtful planning in San Diego, concurs. For can start ownership off fresh startups, he recommends including several kinds of African in fine finned fashion. cichlids because, “they chase each other around a good deal and Getting Started are interesting to watch.” He The number of fish desired should dictate the size of the tank. Hartz.com also likes angelfish, which he characterizes as docile and suggests one inch of fish for every 1.5 elegant. to two gallons in tank size. Mindy

A modern water filtration Dobrow, owner of Brookline Groom-

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system is needed to eliminate fish waste and uneaten food that can decay and contaminate the water. Elander warns against showing too much love by overfeeding. “Excess food settles on the bottom, decays and is eaten later; we get sick eating rotten food and so will fish.”

Make frequent partial water changes—one-third of the total every two to four weeks, depending on the number of fish and tank size, according to Dobrow—because filtering alone cannot do the job.

Have the household tap water tested for pH (a measure of acidity and alkalinity) in order to know which chemicals are needed to sustain the level between 7.7 and 8.3, again depending on the fish population and tank size. Use LED lights, energy-saving water filters and a heater with built-in thermostat control (to maintain a range between 75° and 82° Fahrenheit) in order to reduce electric utility costs.

Creative decorating atop the tank’s foundational gravel base adds to the fun. Make sure anything manmade, such as a model sunken ship or treasure chest, is obtained from a pet store, so it won’t rust or degrade and contaminate the water. Shells, coral and plants also add to a maritime setting. Remember, the more plants installed, the more light (and electricity) is needed to keep them alive.

Health Benefits

AnimalPlanet.com attests that watching fish lowers respiration and pulse rates, relieves tension and provides relief from stresses. “Children can forge a deep connection and obtain a delayed gratification in tending fish that can be a maturing experience,” says Medi-

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cal Doctor Archana Lal-Tabak, who practices integrative medicine, wholistic psychiatry, Ayurveda and homeopathy at the Heart of Transformation Wellness Institute, in Evanston, IL.

She stresses that fish ownership should be a family experience at the beginning, so that children take their responsibility seriously; it also naturally leads to eagerly anticipated visits to natural waterways. Lal-Tabak particularly recommends this hobby for children with attention deficit symptoms, because, “Watching fish can slow children down and allow them to appreciate being in the present moment.”

A discreet correlation exists between witnessing the compatibility of different species and human potential.

Seeing a world of multicolored fish represents a harmonious diversity for a discerning person of any age.

Elander further notes that some fish characteristics make them particularly well suited as pets for the older set.

“They don’t bark and you don’t have to take them out for a walk on a cold morning,” he says with a grin.

Find more information in the Marine Aquarium Handbook: Beginner to Breeder, by Martin A. Moe, Jr. Animal lover Randy Kambic is an Estero, FL, freelance writer and editor and a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings.

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ish illnesses can usually be prevented via proper maintenance and feeding.

If suspect behavior or appearance arises, discuss with an expert pet retailer what steps might help, including use of specific liquid medications following manufacturer’s dosage instructions.

Ammonia poisoning. High ammonia levels can accumulate when an owner sets up a new tank or adds too many new fish simultaneously. Symptoms to watch for include red or purple gills or fish gasping for breath at the surface.

Use a freshwater aquarium neutralizer solution and a 50 percent water change.

For prevention, stock the tank slowly, avoid overfeeding, remove uneaten food and conduct regular partial water changes.

Columnaris. This bacterial infection, showing as mold-like lesions, is caused by poor water quality and inadequate diet. Highly contagious among fish, a mixture of penicillin and formalin is often recommended. A complete tank cleaning can prevent re-infection.

Fin rot. Frayed and white fin edges indicate the presence of this bacterial disease. A combination of formaldehyde, malachite green, methylene blue and/or penicillin, plus a complete tank cleaning, should remedy the problem.

Ich. White spots or red streaks typically signify this potentially fatal skin infection of a fish stressed by poor diet or an unclean habitat. Copper sulfate or formalin can destroy all parasites and carrier cysts.

Sources: Illness descriptions, Hartz.com; medications, Ron Elander, owner, Octopuss Garden, San Diego.

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as well,” explains Greg Glassman, founder of CrossFit.

Due to its nonspecific nature, this approach may not be best for an athlete focusing exclusively on one sport.

“While it may not help you become an elite marathoner, this can be an effective training regimen for those interested in broad-based, functional fitness,” advises Bob LeFavi, PhD, a certified strength and conditioning specialist, senior coach for USA Weightlifting and professor of sports medicine at Armstrong Atlantic State University, in Savannah, GA.

The program requires disciplined workouts three to five days a week in an intense circuit format with little rest. This allows the practitioner to finish in five to 30 minutes, depending upon his or her current fitness level and the day’s plan.

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CROSSFIT WORKOUTS Expect Whole-Body Functional Fitness

by Michael R. Esco

CrossFit, a strength and conditioning program used by the military over the past decade, is growing in popularity with recreational athletes.

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hile most traditional exercise plans target a specific area of fitness—like jogging for cardiovascular health or weightlifting for strength—CrossFit focuses on all of them by combining many types of exercise. A typical mixture might include weightlifting, gymnastics, aerobics and explosive plyometrics, energetic and fast-acting movements that improve strength and speed. The goal is to enable the body to respond to many different and sometimes competing stimuli. “CrossFit training prepares the body not only for the unknown, but for the unknowable,

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A free Workout of the Day (WOD) is posted daily on CrossFit. com. WODs generally involve exercises using combinations of Olympic weights, dumbbells, kettlebells, medicine balls, gymnastic rings, climbing ropes, jump ropes and rowing machines. Bodyweight-only exercises such as push-ups, situps and pull-ups are commonly included.

Most WODs are named for women or fallen military heroes. Here are a few examples.

Cindy – as many rounds as possible of five pull-ups, 10 push-ups and 15 bodyweight squats within 20 minutes Angie – 100 pull-ups, 100 push-ups, 100 sit-ups and 100 bodyweight-only squats with in-between breaks Murph – a one-mile run, followed by 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 bodyweight squats and another onemile run; advanced athletes do it all wearing a 20-pound vest

The objective is to beat one’s own overall best time with each workout.

“CrossFit training is unique in that it rarely schedules rest periods, unless specified as part of the WOD,” says Brian Kliszczewicz, a CrossFit researcher and PhD student of exercise physiology at Auburn University, in Alabama. “Your fitness level will determine the length, intensity and duration of each WOD.” Kliszczewicz’ recent research found that CrossFit subjects expended more than 250 calories on average during 20 minutes of the Cindy workout.

Any WOD can be done at home with the proper equipment, a base level of physical fitness and knowing how to properly execute each exercise. Consulting with a coach can help; be sure to ask for credentials and references, including education and experience in sports science and conditioning.

Glassman also suggests visiting one of 5,000 CrossFit affiliates worldwide; warehouse-like facilities that are unlike traditional fitness centers in that they don’t have lots of machines. Instead, the only equipment available is what’s necessary for conducting WODs. Workouts are completed in groups, with participants usually performing the same exercises, directed by a CrossFit coach trained to observe individual technique.

Because athletes like to compete with themselves and others, they can post their personal bests for each WOD on the CrossFit website.

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Injury Risk Professor Henry N. Williford, EdD, a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine and department head of Physical Education and Exercise Science at Auburn University at Montgomery, cautions, “Make sure the staff at a CrossFit affiliate is appropriately trained to deal with emergencies; at a minimum, they should be certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid.” Let the coach know of any discomfort or pain during a workout.

As an intense workout progresses, many CrossFit exercises can be performed as one is becoming increasingly tired, increasing the risk of injury to a joint or muscle.

Beginners, seniors and anyone out of shape or with a previous injury or health condition needs to take additional precautions; basic guidelines for physical activity are published by the American College of Sports Medicine at Tinyurl.com/BasicExerciseGuidelines.

It’s important to start slow and gradually increase the intensity of workouts. “Personal safety is always a major factor that must to be considered when selecting any exercise regimen,” remarks Williford.

Requirements for starting to practice CrossFit exercises include a base level of sufficient physical strength to handle the demands, which may be achieved by first following a less intense plan. Always check with a physician before starting any exercise program.

Michael R. Esco, PhD, is an associate professor of exercise science versed in sports medicine and director of the Human Performance Laboratory at Auburn University at Montgomery, AL.

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umans are conditioned to the conventional rituals of handling death—the embalmed body in a casket or ashes sealed in an urn, a procession of vehicles to the burial site, solemnly gathering and scattering flowers as the remains are lowered into the earth. Many times, planning details are abdicated to the judgment of funeral directors.

The notion of green burials envisions something different: a ceremony that engages family members’ eco-values and nature in a more intimate, sustainable process favoring biodegradable caskets and no toxic chemicals.

The movement is gaining in popularity; in 2011, some 300 US funeral homes offered green burial options, up from only 12 in 2008.

High Impact of Tradition

Traditional American burial practices make a sizeable environmental footprint and also pose health risks. The carcinogenic embalming fluid—formaldehyde—is a well-known hazard. A

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2009 study in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute found that exposure to formaldehyde over a career of embalming put funeral home workers at significantly increased risk for mortality from myeloid leukemia, a cancer of the blood cells. Alternatives include formaldehyde-free preservatives made from essential oils, and dry ice.

Significant resources are consumed in manufacturing caskets and vaults and maintaining cemetery grass. “A few years back I calculated that we bury enough metal in caskets to rebuild the Golden Gate Bridge each year and put so much concrete in the ground via burial vaults we could build a two-lane highway halfway across the country,” says Joe Sehee, founder of the Green Burial Council.

The council certifies and lists cemeteries, funeral homes and casket companies that forgo chemicals and offer natural landscapes. The goal is for burials to leave as little impact as possible on the planet.

Greensprings Natural Cemetery Preserve, in Newfield, NY, does not look like a cemetery. Its native grasses and mature trees come alive with color each autumn. Wildflowers bloom in the spring and birds build their nests in treetop boughs.

“Most contemporary cemeteries are biological deserts,” observes Greensprings spokesperson and science writer Mary Woodsen. In contrast, Greensprings’ 100 acres are surrounded by 8,000 acres of protected forests. Loved ones may be buried in coffins from locally produced timber, or in shrouds—either professionally made or from a favorite blanket or quilt. Biodegradable caskets may be constructed of pine, cardboard, bamboo, formaldehyde-free plywood or hand-woven willow or wicker.

LastThings.net even offers free plans to make a simple coffin.

Instead of a machine, family members and friends ceremonially take hold of straps and lower the casket into a concrete vault themselves.

Natural, flat fieldstones honor loved ones.

“People feel, ‘I was part of this,’” says Woodsen.

Cremation Options

Debate exists over the ecological impact of cremation—a practice expected to be chosen as the end-of-life choice for as many as 46 percent of Americans by 2015. While it reduces the use of large, resource-intensive burial plots, each traditionally cremated body releases 110 pounds of greenhouse gases and other pollutants, including carbon dioxide and monoxide, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, mercury and other metals.

The Bio Cremation greener alternative—using 95 percent water and 5 percent of an alkali instead of flames and fossil fuels—requires eight times less energy as fire-based cremation, produces no dangerous byproducts and still yields ashes from the remaining bones. To find the states that have approved the process, visit the legislative section at BioCremationInfo.com.

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cented with leaves and petals, sculpted natural salt containers and baskets made of virgin palm. Sandcastle urns are suited for home display or ocean burial (InTheLightUrns.com). Memorial blown-glass artwork is another option for remains (TropicalGlassDesign.com).

Scattering ashes—whether casting them into the air or over a body of water, burying them or raking them into the soil—provides an intimate burial experience and has minimal environmental consequences. Sehee says it’s legal on private land and also allowed in some parks. “It rarely does harm to the ecosystem,” he says. “Calling your local park agency is a great idea. Many allow for scattering and some without a fee.”

Burial at Sea

The US Environmental Protection Agency governs the disposal of cremated remains at sea—it must take place at least three nautical miles from land and may include artful flowers and wreaths of decomposable materials.

Even non-cremated remains may be buried at sea, provided it takes place at the same distance from land in water that is between 600 and 1,800 feet deep, depending on the location.

Another sea burial option is offered by Eternal Reefs, a company that mixes remains into liquid concrete as the centerpiece of a personalized reef ball, lowered to the ocean floor to provide a home for marine life. Before the boat heads out, family members are invited to press handprints into the wet concrete and to decorate the ball with shells and other mementos.

Reef balls can hold from one to four people, plus a pet. Sites are currently available off the Florida, New Jersey and Texas shorelines and can be revisited at any time.

“We don’t look at it as a funeral,” remarks CEO George Frankel. “We’re months or years removed from the passing. This is a celebration of life.”

Brita Belli is the editor of E-The Environmental Magazine and author of The Autism Puzzle: Connecting the Dots Between Environmental Toxins and Rising Autism Rates. Connect at BritaBelli.com.

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1 Intro to Dowsing w/Julie Bradshaw. Friday evening class to share general info on dowsing and future dowsing workshops. $35. Level 1 Dowsing begins Feb 2, $150, Level 2 Dowsing hels Feb 23-24, $375. Classes held in Irmo. Call for class info and to register: Julie Bradshaw, 803-800-9211, TheSourceWithinYou.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Absolute Beginners Yoga Series w/David– 9:30am-10:30am. Designed for those who want to try yoga but don’t want to be the only one in class who doesn’t know what’s going on. This series of four classes will get you up to speed and ready to join the regular group classes. You must sign up for all four classes and begin at Week 1. $32 FOR ALL 4 CLASSES. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3 The Healing Circle at Unity w/Deborah King– 12:30-2pm. “Centering: Being the Center (Soul) Heart Self First”. Newcomers welcome to enter the class at any time. Come and play with the energy which we all are. Love offering.. Unity of Columbia, 1801 LeGrand Rd., Columbia. Info: 803-736-5766, UnityColumbiaSC.org.

Men’s Spirituality Group at Unity−9:30-10:30am.

The guys discuss “Eric Butterworth: His Life and Teaching.” Who was this living, breathing man behind some of the world’s most powerful metaphysical writings and radio broadcasts ? What was Eric Butterworth like as a man? Newcomers welcome. Love offering. Unity of Columbia SEE Room, 1801 LeGrand Rd, Columbia, 803-7365766, UnityColumbiaSC.org.

Lost Stories of Faith - Peace Museum Display– 3-5pm. Columbia Quakers and Unitarians host a celebration of Envision Peace Museum’s banner display to foster insight into the meanings and roots of peace while empowering visitors to overcome violence and injustice in their lives and in the world. Youth music presentation, scavenger hunt and bingo. On display through Feb. Free. Columbia Friends Meeting, 120 Pisgah Church Rd, Columbia.

Info: 803-269-4349.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Infant Massage w/Liana Marconyak, LMT– 6:15pm. Parents and caregivers are educated on how to massage the baby and how to interact with the baby based on the baby’s cues. Helps to build parents’ self confidence and to understand their infant better. 4-5 week series begins at Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais St, Columbia. Contact Liana to register at 954-232-9005, Liana@perinatalfitnessandtherapy.com.

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5 Reiki Clinic w/Margaret Self–10:30am-12:30pm.

Join us as we share Reiki treatments in a group.

Open to all, no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must preregister. Carolina Reiki Institute, 112 Wexwood Ct, Columbia. Info: 803551-1191 or CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

Green Drinks–5:30-7pm. For all in green building, sales, conservation, recycling, nature & politics to gather for fun & shared enlightenment. Check Facebook: Green Drinks Columbia. For the September location or visit KeeptheMidlandsBeautiful.org/ Calendar/GreenDrinksColumbia.asp.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6 HypnoBirthing w/Denby Beauchamp–6:15pm.

4 class series starts. Enjoy a calm, safe, shorter, easier, more comfortable birth through self-hypnosis, guided imagery, and breathing techniques.

Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais. 803-667-1371, hypnobirths@yahoo.com, HappiestBirth.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Reiki Clinic w/Margaret Self–5:30pm-8pm. Join us as we share Reiki treatments in a group. Open to all, no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must preregister. Carolina Reiki Institute, 112 Wexwood Ct, Columbia. Info: 803-551-1191 or CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Free Essential Oils Class w/Expecting Well–1pm.

Learn about dōTERRA essential oils and how they can enhance your wellness. Topic: The greatest gift, Frankincense. Please pre-register. Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais, Columbia. 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

Change Your Life in One Day w/Sifu Anthony Korahais–9am to 5pm. Learn the powerful, selfhealing art of Qigong $99. Location: The Big Apple, 1000 Hampton St, Columbia. Open to everyone. Call Dudley Jackson at 803-750-1011. stay_aware@hotmail.com, FlowingZen.com

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Community HU Chant–10am. HU (pronounced Hue) is a spiritual sound that connects us with the Holy Spirit (God’s Life Force). It is a love song to God and is very uplifting, especially in a group setting, sung for about 20 min. Refreshments follow. Free, all are welcome. 7 Oaks Rec Center, 200 Leisure Lane. Info: Steve, 803-318-1887, ECK-SC. org, or Meetup.com/Columbia-spiritual-seekers/.

Laughter Yoga for Health and Wellbeing w/ Dr. Delores Pluto–12:30-1:30pm. Laugh for no reason, without jokes, comedy, or humor. Laughter Yoga=laughter exercises+yoga breathing. Come

as you are. No experience, special clothing, or equipment necessary. Donations accepted. Unity of Columbia, 1801 LeGrand Rd, Columbia, 803736-5766. UnityColumbiaSC.org.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Natural Awakenings Discount at Rosewood– 8am-8pm. 20% off purchase price at Rosewood Market, Deli and other sale items not incl. 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. RosewoodMarket.com, 803-530-3270.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Community Appreciation Day w/Columbia Family Chiropractic–8:15-10:15am, 3:30-6:30pm. This fair-styled appreciation day will offer free massage, food, drink, with samples and coupons from numerous local businesses. Free health evaluations with Dr. Stetson this one day only. 224 O’Neil Court, Ste. 12, Columbia. Reserve: 803-788.8831.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Sidewalk Farmers Market at Rosewood–4-7pm.

Join us and meet your growers: Pee Dee Ranch, grass fed and pastured meats; Our Local Catch, fish shrimp, clams, live crabs, fillets and whole fish; Wil-Moore Farms, chicken, eggs and turkey sausage. City Roots Urban Farm; Trail Ridge Farm & Dairy, goat cheese; a lemonade stand and tie-dyed T-shirts. 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Receive Communication from Your Guides & Angels w/Julie Bradshaw. Learn a powerful yet easy 6-step process for receiving direct communication. Class reprise March 9. Ongoing classes begin Feb. 21. $150. Irmo. Info and register: Julie Bradshaw, 803-800-9211, TheSourceWithinYou. com.

FEBRUARY 16-17 Reiki Level I, Traditional Usui Reiki System w/Margaret Self, Reiki Master, NHD–9am-1pm.

Entry-level class combines 4 attunements, instruction, discussion & practice time. Can be used in any situation to promote healing & wellness, on self & others. Manual included. Preregistration reqd. $250 before 2/6, $300 after, Carolina Reiki Institute, 112 Wexwood Ct, Cola. 803-551-1191 or CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Spirit Connections w/Val Ryan–2-4:30 pm. Contact passed loved ones, spirit guides and past lives w/Psychic Medium. Val will answer your questions, helping you to connect on your own. $20. St. Andrews Rd Area. For info, registration & directions call 803-750-7117, ryanspirit.com.

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Natural Awakenings Discount at Rosewood– 8am-8pm. 20% off purchase price at Rosewood Market, Deli and other sale items not incl. 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. RosewoodMarket.com, 803-530-3270.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Intro to the Enneagram w/Margaret Self, Reiki Master–2-4pm. A tool for self-knowledge and integration based on how we engage reality, revealing our motivation, strengths and weaknesses. We can use this understanding to bring about change and growth in ourselves and within our relationships with others for self knowledge and increasing harmony. $35, Belladonnas Gift Shop, 612 St. Andrews Rd., Ashland Park Shopping Center. Info: Carolina Reiki Institute, 803-551-1191, mself@ carolinareikiinstitute.com.

Fourth Sunday Friendship Feast at Unity–11am.

Bring a friend to Unity’s Sunday Celebration at and share our bountiful buffet afterward at noon.

Bring your favorite dish and sample the favorites of everyone. Pick up the “Columbia Unity Cookbook” at the Unity Bookstore and learn the recipes. Unity of Columbia, 1801 LeGrand Rd, Columbia, 803736-5766 or UnityColumbiasc.org.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Natural Awakenings Discount at Rosewood– 8am-8pm. 20% off purchase price at Rosewood Market, Deli and other sale items not incl. 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. RosewoodMarket.com, 803-530-3270.

Sidewalk Farmers Market at Rosewood–4-7pm.

Join us and meet your growers: Pee Dee Ranch, grass fed and pastured meats; Our Local Catch, fish shrimp, clams, live crabs, fillets and whole fish; Wil-Moore Farms, chicken, eggs and turkey sausage. City Roots Urban Farm; Trail Ridge Farm & Dairy, goat cheese; a lemonade stand and tie-dyed T-shirts. 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia.

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lookingforward TUESDAY, MARCH 5 Reiki Clinic w/Margaret Self–10:30-12:30pm.

Join us as we share Reiki treatments in a group.

Open to all, no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must preregister. Carolina Reiki Institute, 112 Wexwood Ct, Columbia. Info: 803551-1191 or CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 7 Reiki Clinic w/Margaret Self–5:30-8pm. Join us as we share Reiki treatments in a group. Open to all, no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must preregister. Carolina Reiki Institute, 112 Wexwood Ct, Columbia. Info: 803-551-1191 or CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

MARCH 16-17 Reiki Level I, Traditional Usui Reiki System w/Margaret Self, Reiki Master, NHD–9am-1pm.

Entry-level class combines 4 attunements, instruction, discussion & practice time. Can be used in any situation to promote healing & wellness, on self & others. Manual included. Preregistration reqd. $250 before 3/6, $300 after, Carolina Reiki Institute, 112 Wexwood Ct, Cola. 803-551-1191 or CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

any person and any type of problem. (Jan 13-Feb 24). Unity of Columbia, 1801 LeGrand Rd, Columbia. 803-736-5766 or UnityColumbiaSC.org.

Mixed Level Yoga w/David–10:30am-11:45pm.

All levels, this class includes basics but offers more advanced options to challenge practicing yogis and prepare them for Level II classes. $12 or class pass. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

Unity of Columbia Sunday Celebration Service−11am. Prayer, meditation, great music and a series of uplifting messages from a variety of interesting speakers. Unitots and Unikids, spiritual bookstore open 9-11am. Unity of Columbia, 1801LeGrand Rd., Columbia, 803-736-5766, UnityColumbiaSC.org Hatha Yoga I with Cat–1-2:pm. Basic yoga for both beginners and practicing yogis who aren’t quite ready for more advanced classes, or who only have time for a one hour class. $10 or class pass. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

Vinyasa Yoga with Cat–2:30-3:45pm. For practicing yogis who know basics, this class is less about instruction and more about practicing. Not for beginners. $12 or class pass. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 28 Reiki Level II, Traditional Usui Reiki System w/Margaret Self, Reiki Master, NHD–5pm-9pm.

Attunement connects student to a higher, more focused vibration of the Reiki energy. Techniques for distance healing. Healing of spiritual/emotional issues taught. Discussion, practice time & manual included. Preregistration req. $300 before 3/18, $350 if paid after. Carolina Reiki Institute, 112 Wexwood Ct, Cola. Info: 551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

ongoing events Have You Had a Spiritual Experience? Meet in a comfortable and informal setting where all Spiritual points of view are appreciated, nondogmatic approach. Free, sponsored by Eckankar.

Past discussion topics: Past Lives, God Realization, Dreams, and Coincidences. An important forum for all who love God who are serious about their Spiritual growth. Dates and times vary, see contact info for update. Steve at 803-318-1887, ECK-SC. org, or meetup.com/columbia-spiritual-seekers/.

The Lazarus Blueprint - Ancient Secrets for Healing and Peace w/LaVoice Kallestad–9:15-10:30am.

Based on the book by Mary Alice & Richard Jafolla facilitated by Licensed Unity Teacher. A blueprint hidden in an ancient story reveals an entirely new approach to healing any major problem – physical, emotional or other. The “blueprint” adapts itself to

Hatha Yoga I w/David–6-7pm. Basic yoga for both beginners and practicing yogis who aren’t quite ready for more advanced classes. $10 or class pass. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

Mixed Level Yoga w/Cat–7:30-8:30pm. Open to all levels, includes basics but offers more advanced options to challenge practicing yogis and prepare for Level II classes. $10 or class pass. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

Aikido-Weapons & Empty Hand w/Walter Patterson–7:30-9am. A powerful martial art with non-violent philosophy. $30/month includes 2x/ week practice. Harbison Recreation Center, 106 Hillpine Rd, Columbia. Info: 803 319-1438.

Mommy & Me Swimming Classes–9:5010:30am. Introduce young children to the water in the comfort of their parent’s/guardian’s arms in a safe and secure environment. Ages: 6 months to 3 years 6 (30) minute group swim lessons JCC Members: $60, Non-members: $90 Session. dates: Jan 29, 31, February 5, 7,12, & 14. Lindsay Agostini, Aquatics Director, 803 787 2023, JCCColumbia.org.

Prenatal Yoga w/Rachel Hall, MD, RYT200– 5:30pm-6:45pm. Open to all students. Prepare mind and body for labor and more. 1st class free. $10-14/ class packages. Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais, Columbia. 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

Free Beginner’s Intro Tai Chi Class w/Wes Adams–6pm. Tai Chi—a beautiful art people fall in love with, both for the benefits & for the joy. Fitness, health, relaxation, clarity, energy, confidence, peace & balance. Sign up online at ColumbiaTaiChiCenter.com/signup. 2910 Rosewood Dr. Info: Wes, 803-873-2100, or ColumbiaTaiChiCenter.com.

Nia w/Nancy Whitlock−6pm. Nia teaches you to consciously move in gentler ways to bring greater comfort and ease into your life. It revitalizes your mind and body as it uplifts your spirit and emotions.

Moves are adaptable for all ages and fitness levels.

Still Hopes Wellness Center, West Columbia. Info: Nancy 803-779-8077, niacolumbia@gmail.com, nianow.com.

Weight Watchers–Noon. Weekly meetings led by a trained Weight Watchers specialist. The essentials of healthy weight loss, good nutrition, and behavior modification are discussed. 10-week program Join anytime. $98/10-week session (join anytime- fees will be prorated) Katie & Irwin Kahn JCC, 306 Flora Dr, Columbia, 803 787 2023 JCCcolumbia.org Yoga w/ Robin Pawlina RN, CYI–5:30-6:45pm.

Multi-Level Yoga Class. All are welcome. Robin has been teaching yoga for more than 20 years and creates an environment that allows the student to manage stress with a relaxed and supportive style.

Cost: $15/class or $66 for 6 week session. About Your Health, 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste J, Columbia. Info & register: Robin, 803-926-0895.

Aikido-Ukemi(falling) & Empty Hand w/Walter Patterson–7:30-9am. $30/month includes 2x/week practice. Harbison Recreation Center, 106 Hillpine Rd, Columbia. Info: 803 319-1438.

Mommy & Me Swimming Classes–9:5010:30am. Introduce young children to the water in the comfort of their parent’s/guardian’s arms in a safe and secure environment. Ages: 6 months to 3 years 6 (30) minute group swim lessons JCC Members: $60, Non-members: $90 Session. dates: Jan 29, 31, February 5, 7,12, & 14. Lindsay Agostini, Aquatics Director, 803 787 2023, JCCColumbia.org.

Local Seafood and Fish Sidewalk Farmers Market at Rosewood–1-6pm. Our Local Catch provides fish shrimp, clams, live crabs, fillets and whole fish; 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. RosewoodMarket.com, 803-530-3270.

Prenatal Yoga w/Rachel Hall, MD, RYT200– 5:30pm-6:45pm. Open to all students. Prepare mind and body for labor and more. 1st class free. $10-14/class packages. Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais, Columbia. 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell. com.

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Free Fridays at the Zoo–9am-5pm. Free admission to the Riverbanks Zoo for residents of Richland County and Lexington County. Guests will be asked to provide a valid driver’s license or property tax statement as proof of residency. 803-779-8717, Riverbanks.org.

Mommy/Baby Yoga w/Ashley–9:30-10:30am. For moms and pre-mobile infants. Expecting Well, 514A Gervais. 1st class free. $10-14/class packages.

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Pre/Postnatal Yoga w/Shelley Jones, RYT-200.

Postpartum CORE class 12pm-12:15pm, joint prenatal and postpartum lunchtime yoga class continues from 12:15pm-1:15pm. Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais. 1st class free. $10-14/class packages. 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

YogaWave w/Sunny–6-7:15pm. Yoga and free movement. Class begins with yoga, then transitions to free movement, for deeper yoga stretches and advanced poses. An opportunity for experienced yogis to deepen their practice and for everyone to move, sweat, breathe and stretch in a practice that encourages us to follow our own body needs and energy level. Not for beginners. $12 or class pass. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

Prenatal Yoga w/Rachel Hall, MD, RYT200–(time varies week to week-check website). Prepare mind and body for labor, delivery & welcoming new life.

1st class free. $10-14/class packages. Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais, Columbia. 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

Soda City Farmers Market–8am-12pm. Producer-only farmers’ market offering fresh, local food straight from South Carolina farmers. 1500 block Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-250-5801, StatePlate.org.

Vinyaysa II w/Rikki–11am-12:30pm. Our most challenging class for practicing yogis to work hard and explore advanced poses. Not for beginners. $12 or class pass. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

Hatha Yoga I w/Natalie–1-2pm. Basic yoga for beginners and practicing yogis who aren’t ready for more advanced classes. $10 or class pass. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

Mixed Level Yoga w/Natalie–2:30-3:45pm. All levels, class includes basics but also offers more advanced options to challenge practicing yogis and prepare them for Level II classes. $12 or class pass. Southern Sky Yoga, 10603-B Two Notch Rd, Columbia, 803-338-0348, SouthernSkyYoga.com.

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Wesley Adams, Owner/Instructor 2910 Rosewood Dr Columbia 803-873-2100 ColumbiaTaiChiCenter.com Wes Adams is dedicated to helping people live happier, healthier, more balanced lives by teaching traditional lineage Tai chi. In this day of “cardio Tai chi” workouts and one-day Tai chi instructor certification seminars, there is a strong need for authentic instruction in the complete art of Tai chi. Wes is a certified instructor under the American Center for Chinese Studies, NY. See ad, page 17.

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10603 Two Notch Rd, Suite B (at Allstate) Elgin/Northeast Columbia SouthernSkyYoga.com Southern Sky Yoga serves Elgin and Northeast Columbia, offering classes, workshops and community events to enhance wellness in the body, mind and spirit. Visit our website for details.

INTEGRATED HEALING PHOENIX RISING

Katz Delaney-Leija, MSW, EFT-CC, Psych-K Advanced, Energy Medicine 803-530-6199 kdelauney@sc.rr.com Discover an alternative to conventional therapy that produces lasting results, quickly. Katz Delaney-Leija incorporates her therapy skills, insight, intuition and spiritual guidance to hone in on the issues that block self-healing and success.

Specialties include health issues, stress, trauma, self-worth, sexual issues, service-related PTSD, and relationships. Call for a free assessment.

INTEGRATIVE & HOLISTIC MEDICINE EXPECT WELLNESS

514-A Gervais St Columbia 803-661-8452 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. Hall is a board certified in both Family Medicine and Integrative Holistic Medicine. Together

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we will focus on treating you as a whole person, finding the root of the problem, not just treating symptoms. See ad, page 24.

THERMOGRAPHY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH INC.

THE SOURCE WITHIN YOU

120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste J Columbia 803-798-8687 www.AboutYourHealthSC.com

Julie Bradshaw offers intuitive life readings, akashic record readings, and angel and spirit guide readings. She is a Reiki master and certified hypnotherapist who is also certified in Psych-K and NLP. Using various methods of energy psychology, she assists clients in releasing issues as they are identified during a reading. Julie has been studying and working with energy healing for more than 20 years.

About Your Health Inc. is a small business whose main focus is health education and health-enhancing services.

These services include, but are not limited to, one-onone nutritional counseling, Reams pH testing, parasite programs, aquachi footbaths, far infrared sauna, weight-loss programs, and thermography as featured on the health segment on WIS TV. We offer a full line of hard-to-find natural, organic, whole food nutritional supplements, and some specialty items that include raw foods and natural household items. See ad, page 7.

LIFE COACH/BUSINESS COACH

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Matrx Coaching: Assisting you through the Matrx of your mind to achieve your business and life goals “one pebble at a time.” At Matrx Coaching, we understand the thought systems and beliefs we have that sustain our patterns of production.

These systems express themselves through goals, wants, desires and needs; and are so interconnected on a finite scale that they keep you in a spiral of non-achievement. To create change or embrace the change that is happening in your business and life, call now to set an appointment and learn more.

SPIRITUAL SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUP

803-318-1887 Contact Steve ECK-SC.org Meetup.com/Columbia-spiritual-seekers

BELL LIFESTYLE PRODUCTS 1-800-333-7995 ext. #2294 BellLifestyle.com

Formulated natural health supplements intended for pain control, urinary health, preventive illness, virility, stress relief, weight control and other common conditions. See ad, next page.

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 high-quality natural products.

With more than 130 collective years of wellness experience, our expert staff provides the most unsurpassed customer service in our industry.

We are proud to say that our knowledge allows us to encourage choices that will positively impact the heath and future of our community and environment. See ad, back page.

Have you had a spiritual experience that you would like to share in a relaxed, non-dogmatic setting? Eckankar hosts open discussions (meetups), worship services and more at no charge. All are welcome. These are important forums for all who love God and who are serious about their spiritual growth.Topics include understanding past lives, dreams, coincidences, God’s creative life force and more. Call ahead: time and date may vary.

Sometimes the heart sees what is invisible to the eye. ~ H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

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Their partners are delighted. This natural health product Sound Sleep #23 usually helps the first night. No side effects. <College professor had lack of good sleeps with many #23 interruptions for last 8 years that made her tired during the day. Within 3 days taking Bell Sound Sleep #23 the terrible snoring stopped. I wake up feeling refreshed and energized. I can concentrate in a focused, happy manner. I feel delighted with this natural product. Dr. Anele E. Heiges, 77, New York, NY < A life changing product. The very first night I took the capsules and every night after I had a restful and wonderful sleep. It has been a God send and blessing. I am by nature a skeptic. The money-back guarantee convinced me to try it. Jimmy Pay, 53, Gardendale, AC <3 Years on Bell Sound Sleep #23. My wife and I are entirely satisfied. Snoring episodes have completely disappeared. This has improved our lives enormously. Leo Fortin, 60, St-Georges, QC < Basically you saved my husband’s life. For the last 5 years my husband had very bad nights. Bell #23 was nothing short of a miracle. I have my husband back. No more snoring. No more napping during the day. I am telling all our friends. Bonnie Johnson, 64, Wichita, KS < My life changed. Sleep now 7-8 hours. I am a retired college professor and author of books. I have no more need to nap during the day. Nothing I tried helped until I started Bell Sound Sleep. I am so delighted with this product I would like to make motivational speeches to help others. Carmen V. Caruso, 66, Ann Arbor, MI On the Bell Website we list phone numbers or email addresses of actual users of this product and all other Bell products. Most are delighted to talk about their relief.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. <AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT SC IN: <GREENVILLE Garner’s Natural Life 27 Pleasantburg Dr.; Health & Harmony (Tienda Naturista) 2710 Whitehorse Rd., Suite 381.; The Wild Radish 161 Verdin Rd.<CHARLESTON Plantation Pharmacy 776 Daniel Ellis Dr.; Plantation Pharmacy 2 531 Wappoo Rd. <COLUMBIA Garner’s Natural Life 4845 Forest Dr.<WEST COLUMBIA Congaree Pharmacy 3907 Edmund HWY #D<TAYLORS Market for Life 2801 Wade Hampton Blvd. #15<SIMPSONVILLE All Natural Health & Beauty Center 101 E. College St.<IRMO Murraywood Health Foods 7001 St. Andrews Rd.<SUMTER B.J.'S Health Food Store 103 West Liberty Street <GOOSE CREEK Vitamins Plus 119 North Goose Creek Blvd.<SUMMERVILLE God's Green Acre Natural Foods 1240 C Central Ave.<MYRTLE BEACH<SURF SIDE BEACH Ocean Lakes Pharmacy 1415 HWY 17 N <CONWAY Nye’s Pharmacy 1600 10th Ave. (843)248-5015<ANDREWS Reynolds Drug Store 7 S Morgan Ave. (843)264-5454<FORT MILL Total Fitness Warehouse 334 Springhill Farm Rd.<FLORENCE Nature's Alternatives 1301 West Evans St. (843)669-4372<HARTSVILLE Hartsville Drug Co. 134 W. Carolina Ave.<BLUFFTON Berkeley Flowers & Gift 108 Buckwalter Pkwy. Suite 2-D <GREENWOOD Emerald Health Farms 409 Emerald Farm Rd.; Nature’s Remedy 422 Montague Ave Ste 2 <LAURENS Adair Apothecary 911 W main St.<COPE Earthen Treasures 4931 Cannon Bridge<NINETY SIX Family Pharmacy 206 North Cambridge St. <ESTILL Hanna’s Discount Pharmacy 26 E Railroad Ave. <AIKEN Medical Center Pharmacy Inc. 410 University Pkwy Suite 2800<CHESTERFIELD Wannamaker’s Drug Store 107 West Blvd.; Chesterfield Drug Co. 139 Main St.<CHERAW Vitality Health Food 151 Market St.<CAMDEN Value Pak Discount Drugs 1032 Broad St.<WALHALLA Ken’s Thriftee Pharmacy 112 E Main St.<BEAUFORT It’s Only Natural 110 Sea Island Parkway.

In other towns try your local health food stores first. If they don’t have it and don’t want to order it for you, order on our website or call us with Visa or Mastercard. S & H $9.95.

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