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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue, you get cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle. Your local advertisers greatly appreciate your support.

18 PREVENTING, REVERSING 18 AND MANAGING DIABETES NATURALLY

by Linda Sechrist

22 NOT YOUR GRANDMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S STUFFING

Healthy Twists on Old Favorites by Judith Fertig

26 SHARABLE THANKSGIVING

Ways to Focus on What Really Matters

by Marlaina Donato

28 TRY SOME STRETCHES Four Ways to Flex Our Muscles

by Marlaina Donato

30 PUMPED UP

ABOUT GEOTHERMAL

Homeowners Like its Eco-Friendly Cost Savings by Jim Motavalli

32 SACRED SILENCE

Discover the Benefits of Quiet at a Silent Retreat by April Thompson

34 BOOKS THAT

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Advice for Parents from Award-Winners by Randy Kambic

36 DIY FIRST-AID FOR DOGS

Seven Natural Home Remedies by Karen Becker

38 LISSA RANKIN ON

MOVING FROM FEAR TO FREEDOM by April Thompson

7 newsbriefs 10 therapybriefs 12 healthbriefs

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12 ecotlp 14 globalbriefs

HONOLULU Neuroscience CLINIC Michael B. Russo, MD

17 homeownerhappenings 22 consciouseating 26 inspiration 28 fitbody 30 greenliving 32 healingways

34 healthykids 36 naturalpet 38 wisewords 39 calendar 42 resourceguide

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here are many kinds of communities: the immediate neighborhood in which we live; the group of people with whom we associate; the larger community we travel through; and those we consider kindred spirits, even when they are geographically remote. When tragedy strikes, it affects members of each of these communities in some way. Social media and live “breaking news” on television brings coverage of the events to us in near real time. It’s unclear what the long-term effects these sad events will have in what has become for many an extended community. While communities are affected by tragic events, the true nature of tragedy is the effect on the individual that is directly impacted. Whether a natural disaster, plane crash, violence or death, tragedy is very personal. As a community, we respond; but as an individual, we experience the full impact of the pain. Natural Awakenings magazines are all about community. Our magazine is not only part of the publishing community here but also part of the community of 90 individually owned and operated Natural Awakenings magazines across the continental United States and Puerto Rico. While some of the magazines in Florida and Texas have faced losses from hurricanes, the devastation that the people of Puerto Rico have endured is overwhelming. Unfortunately, there will likely be no Puerto Rican editions for the foreseeable future, given the inordinate amount of work and time it will take to put buildings, roads and the electrical grid back together. Each of the individuals involved is facing their own dilemma, and as a community they are responding with support for one another. As we look at how quickly life can dramatically change, we are thankful for our piece of island paradise and all of you that make up our community. Mahalo Nui Loa. We hope you find inspiration in this month’s edition. Pick up a copy for a friend. As always, we love hearing from you. Give us a call or send us a note. In gratitude,

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he Neal S. Blaisdell Center will once again come to life with the Oahu Holistic & Metaphysical OHM Expo on Saturday and Sunday, February 24 and 25, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This expo honors the natural and holistic culture of our islands, where the ha (breath of life) is recognized in each living being. The traditions of the mana (energy) workers will be brought together with the holistic and metaphysical New Age movement to recognize the ha in all of us. Exhibitor space is available to those offering merchandise and/or services in support of this lifestyle, along with a complementary one-hour presentation/workshop time for exhibitors to demonstrate their goods and/or specialized practices. There are various-sized booths available for this truly unique marketplace. Anyone interested in being part of the OHM community can visit their website to learn more and to reserve a booth.

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The Change Has Arrived

dria Wind Horse Estribou channels shamanic sound transformation through her voice. Shamanic “lightening” calls forth communication, blessing and healing energies from other dimensions to shift blocked energy and release old wounds and connections. Adria also channels messages from a collective of crystalline and angelic beings supportive of the spiritual evolution of beings on Earth. In early September, she channeled a message about a planetary change we are in now. The following is an excerpt from that message: “What is happening today and this month and the months following up to perhaps five and maybe six months from now is quite a great catastrophic change. We use this word not at all to mean anything negative, but to mean that it is so much of a transformation that it cannot be missed. “You might be experiencing this on a physical level. Some people are having what we would say are actual physical events, such as the flood in Houston. So, for some of us, change has taken a very physical form. Some people might have heart attacks if they never had issues with their heart before, or something happening in one of their legs. This is all a physical manifestation of what is happening on the planet. It is a great clearing of trash on a cellular level. So, the trash that is stored in our physical body, and all of the cells in the planet’s energetic system are exploding outward. This is positive because the trash has been sort of like a shell that allowed us not to see so clearly, energetically what we are. So once this

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shell is exploded and taken away from us, what we are left with is what we are, which is light, which is of course the higher vibrations of reasoning. “So once this shell is removed— exploded on so many levels from the tiny levels inside our cells to the larger macrocosm of what we are—we are left with something that is so entirely different. Even though many of us have predicted for many decades now, this coming of the Age of Aquarius—or whatever other names you might give it—it is greater than our best imaginings. What is upon us now is greater than any of us could have imagined for ourselves over many lifetimes for this planet. “So many have been working toward this goal for many lifetimes and offering light and guidance to seed this change. And to you we say thank you. The change has arrived. There is nothing more that you need to do or not do in this moment. For these next few months, it is either just enjoying or just hanging on and knowing that it will pass. You do not need now to add your energies, although of course it will not be harmful, because the time for pushing and doing and planning is done. It’s helpful to know what is happening, so that we do not blame ourselves and our own actions or inactions for having somehow caused this feeling of doubt or cloudiness or physical pain. “And if you take nothing from this, please know that whatever is happening in your own life right now in these few months is because of this catastrophic change on Earth, and we mean catastrophic in the most beautiful way possible—meaning smashing what was, and what we are left with is light. What we are left with is light.” Adria Wind Horse Estribou leads group and private sessions for shamanic sound healing and channeling. For more information, visit WingSound.com. See ad, page 28. NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

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r. Mike Quirk, DO, is offering a level one course in CranialSacral Therapy (CST). This is a deeply calming technique that stimulates the relaxation centers in the body. Dr. Quirk has used this technique on thousands of people during his 23 years of experience. CST is a noninvasive type of bodywork that gently manipulates the bones of the head, spinal column and sacrum. The brain and spinal cord rhythmically fluctuate—this movement is called the primary respiratory mechanism (PRM). This mechanism is believed to express itself through every cell of the body and influence all body functions. Attendees will learn about PRM and how to change it. This two-day course will take place on Saturday, November 4, and Sunday, November 5, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health, located at 931 University Avenue, Suite 208, in Honolulu. The cost is $325 plus tax. To register, visit Eventbrite.com/e/ weekend-cranial-sacral-course-tickets -38525549957. For more information, call 808-626-5087. Individuals interested in receiving CST from Dr. Quirk can call his office to schedule an appointment. Location: Oahu Osteopathic Clinic, 1150 S. King St., Ste. 906, Honolulu. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 808-468-2461 or visit FeelGood Oahu.com. See ad, page 30.

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r. Dennis Nagata, DDS, and his team are excited to announce they are joining Dr. Christopher Chow, Dr. Herman Zampetti and Dr. Kentaro Matsumoto at the newly formed Landmark Dental Group. This brand-new, stateof-the-art dental office is located in the Waikiki Landmark Building. It is equipped with treatment centers built and engineered by the world-famous Dentsply Sirona dental company. As the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products, Dentsply Sirona technologies provide better, safer and faster dental care. This new facility will be the only all-Dentsply-Sirona-equipped office in Hawai’i. The Landmark Dental Group will provide patients with enhanced comfort and additional new technology, including a self-cleaning system at each chair to provide innovative infection prevention. This advanced dental facility is located at the corner of McCully Street and Kalakaua Avenue and is easily accessible with plenty of parking. They will even offer complimentary valet parking during select peak hours. The office is expected to open in November. For more information, call 808-526-0670 or visit LandmarkDentalHawaii.com. See ad, page 3.

oming together to honor those that bring service to our community is pono. So is celebrating living in peace and harmony. Such a celebration occurred on the International Day of Peace on September 21 at the Hawai’i State Capitol. The Hawai’i chapter of the Love Peace Harmony Foundation shared in the United Nations International Day of Peace through celebration, prayer and music to encircle Hawai’i with a renewed energy of love, peace and harmony. Awards were presented to recognize those that embody the spirit of love, peace and harmony in their daily actions and service to their community and the world. The honorees for this celebration were: • Hawai’i Children and Youth Day co-founders Senator Suzanne Chun Oakland and Representative Dennis Arakaki • Living Treasure of Hawai’i and International Peace Builder Muthukumaru SooriyaKumar (Sooriya) • Mālama Honua Worldwide Voyage: The Hōkūle’a Entertainment included vocal and dance expressions featuring the Star of the Sea Li’l Stars and Brown Bags to Stardom All Stars, produced by Johnny Kai Productions. Partners in the celebration included: • United Nations Association Hawai’i Chapter • Campaign Nonviolence • Hawaii Martin Luther King, Jr. Coalition • Gandhi International Institute for Peace • Hawai’i Forgiveness Project • The Office of Councilmember Kymberly Pine Pono Moment is provided as a regular feature to share how being pono affects our life.

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There’s New Hope for Knee Pain Adipose Stem Cell Therapy Can Bring Relief

he flexibility, strength and stability that knees provide enable us to stand, walk, run, crouch, jump and turn. This miraculous piece of engineering is designed to move like a hinge, which bends and straightens using the quadriceps mechanism, the patella (kneecap), patellar tendon, and the quadriceps muscles (thigh). When the quadriceps muscles contract, the knee straightens; when they relax, the knee bends. The bones, cartilage, muscles, ligaments and tendons are all supporting parts of the knee that enable it to do its job. When any part of the knee malfunctions, mobility is compromised and often pain is present. Knees can be injured through miscalculated movement, and they are often the target of inflammation and aging. Once compromised, the road to recovery can be long and painful. Injuries to the knee require professional intervention to prevent further damage and promote optimal healing. Dr. Liza Maniquis-Smigel, M.D., owner of Hawaii Center for Regenerative Medicine (with offices in Hilo and Hono10

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lulu), has found that adipose stem cell therapy can be used to successfully treat meniscus tears and osteoarthritis of the knee. Meniscus Tears: At the top of the knee’s tibia bone, the meniscus is a cartilage structure that protects the knee from the stress of movement. The meniscus can be torn if the knee is hit from the side or if a sudden change in direction twists the knee. While this tearing can happen during a single event, these tears can also happen from overuse and with cartilage loss associated with aging. Osteoarthritis of the Knee: Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage between joints wears away. While this is often age related, some individuals experience it at a young age. It can also be the result of injury, infection or being overweight. The protective cushion provided by the cartilage provides a shock-absorbing function. When there is less cartilage, the joints rub together causing pain, swelling, stiffness and decreased ability to move. NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

The chance of developing osteoarthritis increases after age 45. The Arthritis Foundation estimates that 27 million people in the U.S. have osteoarthritis, with the most commonly affected area being the knee. Adipose stem cells have the potential to regenerate into any type of body tissue. The amazing thing about stem cells is that when you inject them into the body, they know what kind of cells your body needs—for example, meniscus or cartilage cells. It is a very exciting time for medicine, especially in the field of regenerative medicine. In autologous stem cell therapy, a person’s own healing cells from fat and blood are used. They are injected straight into the area that has a cellular deficiency, with the goal to stimulate the repair of injured tissues. Stem cells aid in fibroblastic proliferation, where cell growth, proteosynthesis, reparation, tissue remodeling and chondrocyte proliferation occur. Our fat cells contain stem cells, also termed mesenchymal stem cells and progenitor cells, among other names. These immature cells can become tissues, like cartilage, bone and ligaments. Regenerative medicine (stem cell therapy) offers the exciting potential of developing alternatives to total joint replacement for treating osteoarthritis. Using stem cell therapy in conjunction with platelet rich plasma therapy provides even better direction for the stem cells. The platelets aid the stem cells in differentiation and then aid in the differentiated cells making the extracellular matrix to repair the injured tissue. Dr. Smigel’s goal with all forms of prolotherapy is to get patients back to doing the things that they want to do without pain. Autologous stem cell therapy can be applied to any joints, including shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips and ankles. Anyone interested in learning more about autologous stem cell therapy can contact Dr. Smigel at either her Hilo or Honolulu office. For more information, call 808-933-3444 or visit ProloHawaii.com. See ad, page 19.

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yperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is the medical use of oxygen in a pressurized environment, at a higher level than 1 atmosphere absolute. Increased pressure allows for oxygen to dissolve and saturate the blood plasma (independent of hemoglobin/red blood cells), which yields a broad variety of positive physiological, biochemical and cellular effects. This noninvasive therapy is the most trusted way to increase oxygen levels to all organs of the body. The typical treatment lasts for 60 to 90 minutes, during which the patient lies down and breathes normally. Dr. Kevin Gibson, ND, has been using HBOT in his clinic for 18 years and has seen significant improvement in a variety of maladies, including post-stroke, brain trauma, burns, poorly healing wounds, chronic infections, inflammation and fatigue. He describes HBOT as similar to carbon dioxide gas in a bottle of soda. The gas bubbles are under pressure, which decreases the size of the bubbles enough that they dissolve in the liquid and are not visible. When the pressure is released, the volume of each bubble increases and the bubbles appear. While an individual is under pressure, the oxygen molecules decrease in size and are able to dissolve in the blood plasma. This exponentially increases oxygen delivery throughout the body and makes it possible for oxygen to reach inflamed tissue and support optimal cellular and organ functionality. Contact Dr. Gibson to learn more about the benefits of HBOT.

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n For small amounts of kitchen grease such as lard, shortening or tallow that inevitably go down the drain, flush with cold water so that it solidifies, making it less likely to stick to pipes. n Freeze small amounts of used cooking fats, oils and grease in a container like a used coffee can with a tight-sealing lid, then place it in the trash. n Larger and unfrozen quantities of used cooking oil may be taken to an area recycling center for proper disposal year-round. No special container is required and the liquid is emptied from the consumer’s container onsite. Don’t combine the contents with anything else, so it can be repurposed by vendors that collect it from the centers. 12

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cientists from the Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences and Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, both in Tehran, Iran, investigated the impact on leading diseases of regularly eating onion and garlic (both belonging to the genus Allium). Using data from more than 12,000 people for an average of six years, researchers assessed their onion and garlic consumption using a food frequency questionnaire and compared those measurements with blood pressure and incidences of both cardiovascular and chronic kidney disease. The scientists discovered the subjects that ate more onion and garlic regularly had risk reductions of 64 percent in cardiovascular disease, 32 percent in chronic kidney disease and 25 percent in hypertension compared to those that ate less of them.

TEETOTALERS ENJOY LESS HEART DISEASE In a meta-analysis of 45 research studies covering thousands of subjects led by Canada’s University of Victoria, in British Columbia, researchers found that former and occasional drinkers have a 45 percent increased risk of heart disease than nondrinkers. This discovery contradicts the widely held belief that occasional alcohol consumption reduces the risk of coronary heart disease.

Overtime Hours Linked to Tooth Decay

esearchers from the Tokyo Dental College, in Japan, have discovered a link between excessive overtime work and oral health by comparing overtime hours worked per month with the rate of untreated tooth decay. Of 951 financial workers studied, 13 percent of the men with no overtime hours reported tooth decay, while 19 percent of those working up to 45 hours of overtime per month did. This increased to 27 percent for those working 45 to 80 extra hours per month and exceeded 31 percent for those logging more than 80. Workers with the most overtime hours were more likely to list “too busy with work” as their reason for leaving decayed teeth untreated. The results came after adjusting for differences in age, education, smoking, snacking, dental visits and oral hygiene. NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

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Holiday meal traditions that kick off with a Thanksgiving turkey and continue through festive meals for New Year’s can produce lots of cooking oil and grease waste. Following proper disposal procedures protects both the environment and home plumbing. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that vegetable oils and animal fats share common physical properties and create similar environmental effects as petroleum spills, including coating and suffocating animals and plants; polluting food supplies and habitats; fouling shorelines; and clogging water treatment plants. Cooking oil and kitchen grease is the number one cause of stopped-up sewer pipes, according to Earth 911. Grease sticks to the lining of plumbing pipes in small particles, which catch onto each other and accumulate until the growing mass can block and backup sewage lines, leading to a nasty mess and sometimes costly repairs. This potential problem can be avoided simply and easily.

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esearchers from the Wake Forest School of Medicine, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, have found that aerobic exercise increases overall brain volume and gray matter, and helps improve brain function. Thirty-five adults with mild cognitive impairment were split into an aerobic group and a stretching group. The aerobic group participated in moderate-to-vigorous exercise four times per week for six months, while the others did stretching exercises at the same rate. The researchers used magnetic resolution imaging with each participant at the beginning of the study and after six months to determine potential changes in the brain. They found that both groups showed volume increases in gray matter regions linked to short-term memory, but the aerobic group displayed a larger preservation of overall brain volume. They also had greater improvements in cognitive function.

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Acupuncture and Herbs Ease Delirium in Patients

cientists from the Gifu University Graduate School of Medicine, in Japan, examined the impact of a combination of acupuncture and traditional herbal medicine on the rate of delirium in cardiovascular patients admitted into an intensive care unit. Of the 59 patients studied, 29 were treated with conventional care and 30 were given the same care, plus herbal medicine three times a day and acupuncture once a day. In the treatment group, incidental rates of delirium were 6.6 percent, significantly lower than the 37.9 percent rate found in the control group. This group also required fewer sedative drugs traditionally used to combat aggressive behavior in delirious patients.

Black Cumin Oil Helps Control Asthma

igella sativa oil (NSO), commonly called black cumin, is used to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions. Researchers from University College London, in the UK, and King Abdulaziz University, in Saudi Arabia, studied the impact of this oil on patients with asthma. Scientists divided 80 asthmatics into two groups of 40. One group was treated with 500 milligrams of NSO twice a day for four weeks. The other was given a placebo. The researchers used an asthma control score to measure improvement, along with pulmonary function testing and the level of blood eosinophils, disease-fighting white blood cells that indicate inflammation and allergic reaction. The researchers found normal eosinophil levels and significant improvement in the average asthma control test score for those in the NSO group, plus improved pulmonary function, compared to the placebo group.

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Landfills generate environmental problems such as the greenhouse gas methane that warms the atmosphere and toxic chemicals from household cleaning products that pollute soil and groundwater. Installations are smelly, noisy and can breed disease-transmitting vermin, as well as harm wildlife. Recycling helps cut the volume of waste, but the bulk of all trash continues to fill these dumps. Sweden produces about the same amount of waste as other European nations, but less than 1 percent of its household refuse ends up in landfills. Thirty-two waste-to-energy (WTE) plants that have been operating across the country for years incinerate more than 2 million tons of trash annually—almost 50 percent of all waste. The country still recycles, but anything else normally ends up in the WTE incinerators, creating steam to generate electricity distributed on the grid. This system heats close to a million homes and powers more than a quartermillion, thus reducing Sweden’s reliance on fossil fuels. Sweden also helps to clean up other countries in the European Union by importing their trash and burning it. Because specific products contain materials that cannot be recycled or incinerated, some landfills are still necessary. 14

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is helping doctors and scientists worldwide do their jobs better. In wildlife preservation, many researchers want to know how many animals there are and where they live, but Tanya Berger-Wolf, a professor of computer science at the University of Illinois at Chicago, states, “Scientists do not have the capacity to do this, and there are not enough GPS collars or satellite tracks in the world.” At AI-driven Wildbook.org, photos are uploaded by experts and the public and analyzed for species, age and even gender. One massive Kenyan study in 2015 prompted officials to alter their lion management program. Also, the locations of stranded victims of floods, earthquakes or other disasters can be determined via computer programmers writing basic algorithms that examine extensive footage. In flooded areas, AI technology can also find debris that harbors trapped people. AI techniques can even monitor social media sites to find out more about missing people and disasters.

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Monsanto’s toxic Roundup herbicide glyphosate has been found in all 10 California vintages tested, including organic wines. While glyphosate isn’t sprayed directly onto grapes because it would kill the vines, it’s often used to spray the ground in the vineyard to be absorbed via the roots. Sometimes, glyphosate drifts from conventional vineyards into nearby organic and biodynamic vineyards. Other times, the toxin remains in the soil after a conventional farm has been converted to organic; the chemical may persist onsite for more than 20 years. Glyphosate is patented as an antibiotic. Designed to kill bacteria, it harms both soils and human health, and has been cited as a human carcinogen by the World Health Organization.

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In a major marker of renewable growth, sources of energy that includes wind, solar, hydro and wood pellet burning briefly generated more electricity—50.7 percent—than coal and gas in Great Britain for the first time on June 7. When nuclear sources are added, the number increased to 72.1 percent. Records for wind power are also being set across Northern Europe.

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Humpback whales are famous for their prodigious leaps from the water. A recent paper published in Marine Mammal Science proposes that breaching the surface and making a big splash serves as an acoustic telegram to communicate with far-off pods. The phenomenon may be compared to a distant drumbeat, which probably carries farther than the whales’ signature songs. Former University of Queensland marine biologist Ailbhe S. Kavanagh, Ph.D., and her colleagues observed 76 humpback groups off the coast of Australia for 200 hours between 2010 and 2011 and found that breaching is much more common when pods are at least 2.5 miles apart, with more local slapping of fins and flukes when fellow whales are nearby.

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This year, all REI outdoor outfitter stores will close on Black Friday and join hundreds of national and local organizations and like-minded brands to ask, “Will You Go Out with Us?” For the third year, the REI #OptOutside initiative will mobilize Americans to firmly establish a new tradition of choosing trails over sales on Black Friday, including camping under the stars instead of camping out at malls. For helpful ideas, visit rei.com/ opt-outside.

Conventional street lights collectively emit more than 100 million tons of carbon dioxide annually. The city of Las Vegas, a leader in municipal sustainability, has contracted with EnGoPlanet, a New York City clean tech startup, to install the world’s first Smart Street Lights powered by pedestrians’ footsteps via kinetic energy pads and solar energy. When someone steps on a kinetic tile, energy is created and goes directly to a battery. Petar Mirovic, CEO of EnGoPlanet, says, “Clean and free energy is all around us. Urban cities have to build the smart infrastructures of tomorrow that will be able to harvest all of that energy. This project is a small but important step in that direction.” Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman says, “Through our LEED-certified buildings, solar projects, water reclamation, alternative-fueled vehicles and sustainable streetlights, Las Vegas continues to lead the way.” The company also cites Smart Street Light projects in Chicago, Detroit, Auburn Hills (Michigan), Asbury Park (New Jersey) and at stadiums such as the MercedesBenz Superdome, in New Orleans. View an illustrative video at Tinyurl.com/SmartStreetLights.

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What if the Inner Voice Is the Problem? by Randy Hampton

eing nice to others is a pretty universal concept—even if it seems rarely practiced. Across all cultures, philosophies and religions, there is a shared wisdom about kindness to others. A version of the Golden Rule—“Treat others how you want to be treated”—can be found in ancient Egyptian, Greek, Persian and Roman texts as well as in the guiding literature of Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism and Islam. Even the Hawaiian saying “Ua ola no i ka pane a ke aloha” (“There is life in a kindly reply”) teaches this wisdom. One of the old sayings about what we say to others is the lesson of The Three Gates. When you are speaking, let your words pass through three gates. At the first gate, ask “Is it true?” At the second, ask “Is it necessary?” And at the third, ask “Is it kind?” If you cannot give a “yes” answer at each gate, then the words should not be spoken. This wisdom has been attributed to the Buddha, Sufi mystic Rumi, and hundreds of others, but no one is really sure who offered it first. As the

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founder of the website FakeBuddhaQuotes.com notes, maybe the advice is just so universally good that lots of people have arrived at it. There is a lot of advice that guides how we are supposed to speak to others. Unfortunately, many people run into trouble because they lack any kind of guide for how they are supposed to speak to themselves. “We all have an inner voice,” explains Master Hypnotist Beverly Craddock, of Hawaii Hypnosis Center, in Honolulu. “The inner voice is often the one that tells us that we are mistaken, full of silly dreams and unreal possibilities that are probably meant for other people. The voice tells us to ‘sit down’ when it should be telling us to ‘stand tall and achieve something phenomenal.’” Beverly says most people have no idea that the inner voice is a liar and that we don’t have to listen to what it has to say. “Most people misidentify the voice as intuition,” she explains. “They hear some kind of hesitancy and believe that the voice is a wise inner guide with a vast desire and ability to NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

protect us from our silly selves.” The problem of misidentification often comes from the fact that the inner voice is a protective voice. It is the voice of the subconscious mind, and it is protective in nature. “But that voice isn’t always correct,” Beverly says. “It is the voice of the experiences that you may have had as a child or a teenager. It lacks the beneficial wisdom and experience you have gained because it is merely focused on keeping us from feeling bad—even if risk, hard work, or a little sweat is exactly what we need to achieve something better.” It’s so much better when we can become

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~Beverly Craddock Over time, the protective subconscious voice can become a critical voice. It attempts to steer us away from pain, sadness or failure by telling us that we are too fat, too dumb, or not good enough to get a better outcome in life. “While shutting out the outside noise of the world through meditation is useful,” Beverly says, “most people need to learn to shut down or change the inner voice.” Beverly says the secret is to begin applying all that great wisdom about how to treat others to ourselves. “Let your own golden rule be to treat yourself how you want others to treat you. It’s time to start being kind to yourself.” Beverly encourages her clients to be kind to their own inner voice. That will lead to a shift where the inner voice becomes kind in return. “It’s so much better when we can become our own biggest and best cheerleader,” Beverly concludes. “When we let the words in our mind pass through the three gates—true, necessary and kind—we can finally experience a life where we seek to achieve instead of just seeking to survive.” Randy Hampton is a writer, social scientist, hypnotist and blogger living in Honolulu. See ad, page 25.

homeownerhappenings this rule is homeowners need to have the money to cover the cost of painting, which can be thousands of dollars. HOAs will frequently require that homeowners obtain approvals for outside improvements, such as solar panels, decks or sheds. The neighborhood board then reviews the specifications for the improvement to make sure it conforms to the agreed-to standard. This keeps a neighbor from building a structure that may detract from the overall appearance of the neighborhood. While it does impede the personal freedom to do whatever is desired, at least it prevents someone from erecting an eyesore next door.

HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATIONS The Good, the Bad and the Ugly by Karen Charron

hen looking to move into a new neighborhood, there are many considerations. Distance to work, schools and shopping are certainly factors to look at. Another is whether there is a homeowners association (HOA). There are aspects about them that are good and some that can be irksome if personal preferences don’t match the tone of the place. Generally, belonging to an HOA requires giving up some personal freedom in exchange for living in a more consistent environment. Here’s a list of some of the neighborhood issues that are frequently monitored and controlled by HOAs. Common Areas: Some neighborhoods have shared spaces with plants and trees that assure a consistent look and feel. The cost of caring for these common areas is shared through a fee for all members of the neighborhood. Personal yard space is often smaller because of the common areas. Without an HOA, each homeowner is obviously responsible for maintaining their own yard. While this provides more personal freedom, it raises the potential for neglect—where some areas of the neighborhood are not cared for. Home Maintenance and Improvements: HOAs will often have a clause requiring that homeowners maintain the exterior of their homes by painting them periodically. This helps ensure that the overall look of the neighborhood remains attractive and helps retain the value of individual homes. A drawback to

Noise: Having loud parties late into the evening is a freedom that some people consider a right of homeownership. While there are noise laws in most cities, an HOA may have in place additional restrictions on noise and may have the authority to levy penalties for violations. Parking: Some neighborhoods allow street parking on a first-come, first-served basis. With an HOA, parking spots may be assigned and limited. In some cases, special permits can be obtained for additional parking. It is important to understand which model fits best before living in a neighborhood that clashes with personal preferences. Amenities: Planned neighborhoods often have amenities that are available to members of the area—such as a community building, swimming pool and playgrounds—which come with a fee. However, if the features being offered will be used by people in the household, the costs may be worth the convenience. The HOA bylaws should be made available before deciding on a home. Make sure to read the fine print and understand the rules so that there are no surprises. Getting involved with how the neighborhood is governed is a good way to meet people and ensure personal preferences are represented. Having an HOA assures a formal process for becoming involved; however, even without an association, there are ways to stay active in the community. Going to public meetings and staying aware of what is happening with regard to the government and businesses in the area provide the chance to voice concerns or support as desired. If you are looking to purchase or sell a home, contact Angela Pohakuola Studer (lic# RS- 79822) at 808-551-0900 or Angela.Pohakuola@cbPacific.com. For more information, visit AngelaPohakuola. cbInTouch.com. See ad, page 35. Homeowner Happenings is a regular feature that offers businesses an opportunity to sponsor a topic. If there’s a subject you think our readers will find educational and interesting, contact us about sponsoring an article at 808-927-3435. natural awakenings

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Preventing, Reversing and Managing Diabetes Naturally by Linda Sechrist

ore health practitioners today are recognizing both the mind-body connection, as well as energetic and metaphysical insights into preventing and reversing illnesses. As a result, those facing diabetes and other health challenges are accessing contemporary resources such as Louise L. Hay’s explanation of the emotional roots of disease in You Can Heal Your Life, and the medical science and natural methods explained by health researcher and author Gary Null, Ph.D., in No More Diabetes: A Complete Guide to Preventing, Treating, and Overcoming Diabetes. Applying a “both” rather than an “either” approach illuminates the importance of recognizing the ways our thoughts, emotions and lifestyle choices can impact chronic illness and long-term health.

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Hay suggests that this metabolic disorder may be rooted in a feeling of being deprived of life’s sweetness and longing for what might have been, accompanied by a great need to control deep sorrow. Such chronic unease can show up as Type 1, or insulin-dependent, diabetes; Type 2, or non-insulin-dependent diabetes; latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA), a slowly progressing variation of Type 1; or gestational diabetes, which occurs during pregnancy.

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Eavesdropping on our repetitive inner mind chatter and observing its impact on outer experiences can reveal faulty thinking that disrupts the mindbody connection. Hay, a firm believer in the power of affirmations to send a message to the subconscious mind, recommends them to aid healing. For diabetes, she suggests, “This moment is filled with joy. I now choose to experience the sweetness of today.” Null cites medical evidence that explains how the physical causes of diabetes are related to the pancreatic production of the hormone insulin and the body’s use of it, together with rollercoaster blood sugar levels determined by food selections, stress, sleeplessness, insufficient rest and lack of exercise. His approach for preventing, reversing or managing this debilitating condition is to raise awareness of the physical, behavioral and mental causes that lead to its emergence, and making healthy lifestyle choices that regulate blood sugar levels.

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Glucose, the human body’s key source of cellular energy, is the end product of the digestive system breaking down carbohydrates, proteins and fats for absorption in the intestines. From there, it passes into the bloodstream.

Nourishing myself is a joyful experience, and I am worth the time spent on my healing. ~Louise L. Hay Glucose also supplies energy for the brain. Normal blood glucose levels vary throughout the day. For healthy individuals, a fasting blood sugar level upon awakening is less than 100 milligrams (mg) per deciliter (dl) of blood. Before meals, normal levels are 70 to 99 mg/dl; otherwise, 100 to 125. Consistent readings above 126 indicate that lifestyle changes are needed to avoid eventual progression into full Type 2 diabetes. When there’s an inability to efficiently transport glucose from the

blood into cells, cells don’t receive the energy they need to function properly. “Elevated glucose levels contribute to blood vessel damage, high blood pressure and inflammation among other issues. High glucose causes insulin levels to spike in an effort to draw the glucose into cells. This stresses the pancreas and causes a sugar crash, called hypoglycemia, which can lead individuals to make impulsive, poor food choices,” advises Marcy Kirshenbaum, a board-certified clinical nutritionist and owner of Enhance Nutrition, in Northbrook, Illinois. She notes, “Elevated sugar and insulin levels raise triglycerides, a fat that circulates in the blood, and cholesterol, specifically the LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels. Triglycerides and cholesterol are important measures of heart health. Triglyceride levels of 150 mg/dl in fasting blood is a risk factor for a stroke or heart attack.”

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According to the American Diabetes Association, 8.1 million of the 29.1 million individuals diagnosed with diabetes were previously unaware of any early symptoms such as dry mouth, excessive thirst, frequent urination, constant hunger (even after meals), unusual weight gain or loss and lack of energy. “Many individuals only

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Making the highest-impact food choices is critical in the earliest stages of diabetes. That’s why nutritionist and holistic integrative health practitioner Saskia Kleinert, an independent practitioner who also serves as director of the Emeryville Health & Wellness Center, in California, helps patients integrate dietary changes into everyday life.

“Patient education includes the necessity of eating low-glycemic index foods and reducing blood glucose levels, while increasing healthy fats with nuts, avocado and olive oil,” advises Kleinert. She notes that antioxidantrich plant foods are another key component of an effective dietary plan for all age groups. The role of exercise is also vital for those needing to reverse pre-diabetes or managing diabetes aided by insulin injections. “Exercise increases the muscle cell’s demand for glucose, moving it out of the blood into muscle cells that use it as fuel, and so lowering insulin levels,” explains Jamie Coughlan, a naturopathic doctor who practices in Pleasanton and Pleasant Hill, California. Dr. Angelo Baccellieri, owner of Westchester Wellness Medicine, in Harrison, New York, introduces patients to intermittent fasting, an eating pattern that helps treat insulin resistance and control blood sugar. “The concept is predicated on going 14 to 16 hours without food, replicating how our primitive ancestors ate. They feasted when food was available and fasted during famines, sometimes going several days without eating,” advises Baccellieri, who notes that intermittent fasting can be done one day a week.

“Our biochemistry actually does very well with this approach, which isn’t hard to do when your last meal is at 7 p.m. and you skip breakfast and delay lunch the next day until 1 p.m. You can drink water with lemon, teas and black coffee throughout. By 1 p.m., the body has been 18 hours without protein and carbohydrates, allowing insulin levels to remain at a low level. Excess insulin from too much sugar shifts the body into a storage mode. Having no sugar stores available, the body can then switch into a ketogenic state that allows the body to burn fat for fuel,” explains Baccellieri. Herbs such as turmeric reduce inflammation. Berberine can help cells use glucose efficiently. Supplements such as vitamin C, B-complex, resveratrol and pycnogenol (pine bark extract) can raise antioxidant levels, in which most pre-diabetic and diabetic individuals are deficient, according to a study published in PubMed. Cautious health professionals tailor supplement recommendations to each patient.

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Restoration of health begins with the most important lifestyle changes. n Replace processed and sugary foods in meals and snacks with nutrient dense, whole foods. n Determine possible food sensitivities with an elimination diet. n Eat some protein with every meal. n Eliminate environmental toxins. n Perform some form of cardiovascular exercise and resistance training at least three to five times a week. n Add stress-relieving practices such as yoga, tai chi or qigong. According to Hamdy, “On average, diabetes has the potential to rob you of more than 12 years of life, while dramatically reducing the quality of life for more than 20 years through chronic pain, loss of mobility, blindness, chronic dialysis and heart disease.” Such serious consequences also include stroke, hearing impairment and Alzheimer’s, he adds. All provide good reasons to live responsibly every day, cherishing longterm goals of laying claim to the best possible health. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at LindaSechrist.com.

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Not Your Grandma’s Stuffing Healthy Twists on Old Favorites by Judith Fertig

hanksgiving side dishes continue to evolve, even though traditional entrées still hold pride of place. New, lighter alternatives to time-honored stuffing maximize flavorful dried fruits, herbs and nuts. Healthy options may use gluten-free bread or black rice, cauliflower, chestnuts or pecans for flavor, bulk and color. A stuffing can also fill a halved acorn squash or cored apple. According to renowned health authority Dr. Joseph Mercola, pecans contain more than 19 vitamins and minerals, including anti-inflammatory magnesium, heart-healthy oleic acid, phenolic antioxidants and immuneboosting manganese. Erica Kannall, a registered dietitian in Spokane, Washington, and a certified health and fitness specialist with the American

College of Sports Medicine, likes dried fruits because they contribute antioxidants and fiber.

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Celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito, of New York City, salutes his Italian heritage with chestnuts and embraces healthy living with millet and mushrooms in his special stuffing. His new book Rocco’s Healthy + Delicious includes healthy takes on Thanksgiving dishes such as a sugar-free cranberry sauce. Sonnet Lauberth, a certified holistic health coach, blogger and cookbook author in Seattle, created a healthy stuffing she loves. “My Grain-Free Sage and Pecan Dressing is one of my favorite dishes to bring to gatherings because it works with a variety of diets,” she

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says. “It’s gluten-, dairy- and grain-free, paleo and vegan. The pecans can be omitted for a nut-free version.” Riced cauliflower is the base, which is available prepackaged at some groceries, but can be made at home simply by chopping the florets into rice-kernelsize pieces. “Cauliflower is the perfect base for this recipe, as it adds a nice texture in place of bread and provides extra fiber,” she says. Laurie Gauguin, a personal chef in the San Francisco Bay area, specializes in gluten-free dishes that she prepares in clients’ homes. “Anything that will hold its shape and not crumble too much can work as a stuffing base,” she says. “Gluten-free, somewhat sticky grains, like short grain brown rice, Chinese black rice, millet or soft-cooked quinoa work well.” “Choose a mixture that contrasts with the texture and color of the food you’re stuffing,” advises Gauguin. “I created a stuffing that has crunchy pecans, tender black rice and chewy, dried cranberries to contrast with the creaminess of the cored squash entrée. The black rice looks striking against the golden squash.” A stuffing that everyone can eat is ideal for a holiday gathering, either to serve or bring. Lauberth observes, “While not always possible, it’s nice if the host can accommodate various dietary concerns and preferences. Bring your own hearty side dish or two so that you have enough to make a meal for yourself if needed.”

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Stuffed Apples with Fig and Hazelnuts

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2 oz dried figs, finely chopped 1 Tbsp roasted, shelled hazelnuts, chopped 1 tsp orange zest ¼ tsp allspice 4 Granny Smith apples, cored ½ cup maple syrup 1 Tbsp coconut oil 2 Tbsp fresh orange juice

1 Tbsp grapeseed oil ¼ cup millet 1 lb crimini mushrooms, sliced 1 large onion, diced 3 stalks celery, diced 1 medium carrot, diced 4 chestnuts, chopped 1 Tbsp fresh sage, shopped 1½ Tbsp poultry seasoning 3 scoops Rocco’s Protein Powder Plus (check Amazon.com) 2 egg whites 1¾ cups low sodium chicken or vegetable stock Kosher or sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Preheat oven to 350° F. Combine the chopped figs, hazelnuts, orange zest and allspice in a bowl. Place the apples in a baking dish and loosely press the fig mixture into the cavities of the apples. Combine the maple syrup, coconut oil and orange juice and drizzle it over the apples. Bake the apples for 25 minutes or until tender. Set cooked apples aside for 10 minutes to let the sauce thicken slightly, and then serve warm or at room temperature. Adapted from a recipe in Family Circle Australia.

Place grapeseed oil in a 12-inch cast iron pan; place the pan in the oven and preheat oven to 425˚ F. Cook a quarter-cup millet in a small saucepan on the stovetop according to package instructions. When millet is cooked through, transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Heat a large, safe, nonstick sauté pan over high heat and use it to sauté the mushrooms until tender and golden, approximately seven to 10 minutes.

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Transfer mushrooms to the same mixing bowl as the millet. Heat a large, safe, nonstick pan over medium heat and use it to sweat the onions, celery and carrots until tender and translucent, about 10 minutes. Transfer the vegetable mix to the same mixing bowl as the millet and mushrooms. Add the chestnuts, sage, poultry seasoning, protein powder, egg whites and chicken stock to the large mixing bowl, and then use a rubber spatula to mix well, so that no lumps are visible. Carefully remove the cast iron pan from the oven, and then pour stuffing batter into it. Popping occurs as the outside batter develops a crust. Return the cast iron pan to the oven and bake for 13 minutes. Remove from oven and turn the result out onto a serving dish. Recipe courtesy of Rocco DiSpirito, Rocco’s Healthy + Delicious.

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¼ tsp ground coriander 2 cups water 4 oz tempeh, crumbled Roasted Pecans and Cranberries: 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans 1 tsp minced ginger root 4 tsp olive oil 1 tsp ground coriander ¼ tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp sea salt 10 large sage leaves, chopped 1 cup dried cranberries 2 Tbsp maple syrup Preheat oven to 375° F. Cut squashes in half lengthwise, then scoop out the seeds.

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Brush the interior, plus the cut sides of the squashes with the 4 teaspoons oil, then sprinkle with ½ teaspoon sea salt.

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Arrange squash halves on a baking sheet, cut side down.

Squash: 4 acorn squashes (1½ lb each) 4 tsp olive oil ½ tsp sea salt

Roast for 40 to 50 minutes on the upper middle rack of the oven until tender when pierced with a fork.

Rice: 1 Tbsp olive oil ¾ cup finely diced onion 1 cup Chinese black rice (also called Forbidden Black Rice) ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

While the squash is roasting, place a medium, heavy saucepan over medium heat and pour in one tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion and sauté for two to three minutes, until the onion begins to soften.

Stir in the rice, salt, cinnamon and coriander. Cook and stir for 30 seconds. Pour in the water and bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over very low heat for 30 to 60 minutes, until rice is tender. Scatter crumbled tempeh over the cooked rice. Cover the pan, then take it off the stove and let it rest for 10 minutes. While the rice is cooking, combine pecans, ginger, four teaspoons olive oil, one teaspoon coriander, nutmeg and ¼ teaspoon salt. Pour this mixture into an eight-byeight-inch baking pan; roast at 375° F for 15 minutes on the bottom middle oven rack, stirring halfway through. Stir in the sage, dried cranberries and maple syrup. Roast for another 10 minutes, then remove from the oven. Arrange squash halves, cut side up, on a serving platter. Combine rice with the pecan mixture and divide among the squash halves, pressing gently so the stuffing stays put. If made one day ahead, cover and reheat in a 350˚ F oven until heated through. Recipe courtesy of Laurie Gauguin, LaurieGauguin.com.

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Spread pecans on a baking sheet and place in the oven until lightly toasted, about five minutes. Monitor to ensure the nuts don’t burn. Remove pecans from the oven and place in a food processor. Coarsely chop and set aside. Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions, garlic and celery and cook until onions are translucent, about five minutes.

In a small saucepot, combine the cranberries, orange zest, orange juice, monk fruit, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst and the mixture becomes thick and dry, about 40 minutes. Recipe courtesy of Rocco DiSpirito, Rocco’s Healthy + Delicious.

Add the pecans, cauliflower rice, sage, thyme, salt and pepper and cook for seven to 10 minutes, until the rice is tender. Add additional salt and pepper if desired. Toss with parsley and serve hot.

1 cup pecans 1 Tbsp coconut oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 stalks celery, diced 4 cups raw cauliflower rice (prepackaged or via a grater or food processor shredding blade) 1 Tbsp fresh sage, chopped 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped ½ tsp kosher or sea salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper ¼ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley Preheat oven to 250˚ F.

Recipe courtesy of Sonnet Lauberth, InSonnetsKitchen.com/60-healthygluten-free-thanksgiving-recipes.

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n Revive a traditional weekly or monthly dinner with family or friends. n Whip up and enjoy a healthy dinner or dessert with someone not seen in a while. n Organize a healthy potluck using local ingredients and encourage invitees to bring someone that’s new to the group. n Choose a healthier version of a holiday favorite and print out the recipe for everyone at the event.

“I think true sustenance is when our hunger for connection and belonging meet,” says Sarah Ban Breathnach, the Los Angeles author of The Simple Abundance Journal of Gratitude. “When my daughter was small, we would purchase a complete Thanksgiving dinner for the local food pantry when we shopped for our own, saying, ‘One for us, one for them.’” Nourishment of our emotional and spiritual selves often begins with choosing simple, whole food. Rocco DiSpirito, a New York City celebrity chef and author of Rocco’s Healthy + Delicious, reminds us, “Eat real food! Return to the basics of eating what’s produced by Mother Nature. You’ll become a better partner, parent and person.” Cooking is more enjoyable when shared; beyond partaking together, partnering in meal preparation is a fun way to nurture bonds with others any time of the year.

Bangor, Pennsylvania, has opened her doors for intimate community events through the years. “My former home, a converted church, was a perfect space for organizing and a way to give back,” says Caldara, who has hosted gatherings on local environmental issues, music performances, literary nights and annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations. Small living spaces can be just as welcoming and facilitate simple conversation, a valuable gesture. “The art of listening is such a beautiful, but rare act of kindness. I love technology, but there’s no denying that our devices have made us poor listeners,” says Michael J. Chase, of southern Maine, the founder of The Kindness Center, whose books include Am I Being Kind and Off: A Memoir of Darkness, a Manual of Hope. Each month, Chase makes it a point to visit friends and send some handwritten notes instead of using social media.

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n Fill a holiday basket with yummy and colorful edibles and drop it off at a local business or library to express appreciation. n Seek reconciliation by initiating a conversation with someone that may have been hurtful. n Explore ThePeoplesSupper.org to join or host a dinner to make new friends.

Offer Some Time n Offer to help clean up a friend’s yard or organize a closet or room in their house. n Host a children’s art party and donate their works to a local facility or shelter. n If in possession of a holistic, artful or practical skill, gift it. n Bring a pot of homemade soup to a friend or neighbor that’s under the weather.

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ccording to Consumer Reports’ Holiday Shopping Poll, each year “the average American expects to spend about 42 hours buying, wrapping and returning gifts, as well as partying and traveling to visit family and friends.” Often these extra activities get squeezed into already-busy schedules during a time when we have the least energy to devote to them. This is a perfect recipe for holiday stress. This form of seasonal stress can manifest itself in many ways. Mental Health America asked more than 3,000 people what anxieties they feel at this time of year. The results showed that finances, missing a lost loved one and having too much to do were the top holiday stressors. Some of these factors are things we can’t control. However, there are a variety of commitments we can take into consideration ahead of time and modify to reduce our holiday stress.

n Don’t abandon healthy habits: exercise, good nutrition and sleep. Be careful of overeating and drinking too much alcohol, which can have an impact on mood. n Plan ahead and get some tasks done before the holidays arrive. For example, set aside gifts, cards and wrapping paper and ribbons in a drawer or other special location, so that things are easy to wrap and send. n Acknowledge your feelings, and don’t “should” on your self. In other words, create the holiday you want by being selective about obligations and/or creating new traditions to replace outdated, time-consuming, unfulfilling ones. n Reach out for support and involve your kids and other family members and friends. Maybe host just one or two potlucks or gift-making parties instead of going to several more demanding and complicated events. n Be realistic and learn to say “No.” n Set aside differences, postpone family feuds and make it clear ahead of time that certain controversial topics will not be discussed during the holidays. n Have compassion for yourself and others. Everyone is stretched extra thin during this time. n Beware of shopping pitfalls: time, money and crowds. Go to stores when fewer people are likely to be there or avoid them altogether and shop online, give gift cards or offer to make nonprofit charity gift donations in your friends’ or family members’ names. n Get creative in your gift giving. It really is the thought that counts. Make your gifts or give coupons to friends and family for services you can offer during the year. n Seek professional help, if you need it, by talking with a therapist, clergy member or life coach about your fears, concerns and/or anxiety or depression. n Express more gratitude. Multiple studies have shown that stress levels decrease as our positive thoughts increase. n Explore practices like meditation, yoga, tai chi, running, hiking or prayer to reduce stress. n And finally, focus on the present and not the presents. Participate in activities you enjoy. Spend time with people whom you cherish and who cherish you. Enjoy your time and savor each moment!

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hether working out at the gym or taking to the trails, stretching is sometimes an overlooked asset to any exercise regimen. Eliminating stretches or not doing them properly increases the risk of injury and deprives muscles of what they need for optimum performance. “Just because you are in shape doesn’t always mean you have good flexibility,” notes LaReine Chabut, a Los Angeles fitness expert and author of Stretching for Dummies. “If you do plenty of strength training and cardio, but you don’t do any stretching, you’re creating an imbalance in your body. Flexibility plays a big part in overall fitness.” Loosening up correctly not only fosters flexibility, but also improves muscle endurance and coordination. “Everyone should be stretching, especially as you age, to maintain range of motion and balance,” advises fitness trainer Ben Wegman, of The Fhitting Room, in New York City. “A personal workout regime can be enhanced with stretching, which also increases mobility, improves posture and performance, and reduces stress levels.”

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and different types of flexibility, but together, can benefit everyone,” says Wegman. There are many ways to stretch, but knowing what to do and when to do it can be key to optimum results and injury prevention. Warming up to different types of stretches can be a little daunting, but the basic four (sometimes combined in terminology) are passive, static, active and dynamic. In the past, ballistic stretching was common and included potentially harmful bouncing techniques, but today dynamic stretching has become a favorite among trainers, consisting of specific, controlled movements that prepare the body for the demands of both engaging in sports and an average workout. “Stretches can be confusing, so as a rule of thumb, I suggest dynamic stretching for any workout that involves movement and passive stretching for cooling down after a workout to release the muscles,” says Chabut. Stretching also plays an important role in yoga, which generally complements different stretches by adding a mind-body connection. “Breath is the key difference between yoga and regular stretching,” notes Chabut. “The use of breath allows you to get deeper into the muscle. Yoga also places particular emphasis on core muscles: the abdominals, lower

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back and spinal muscles. Through focus and deep breathing, yoga allows you to move beyond stretching into a deeper physical experience that both strengthens and focuses your body.”

Injury Prevention and Recovery

Nancy Whelan, a physical therapist and owner of The Physical Therapy Center, in West Palm Beach, Florida, emphasizes the importance of proper technique for clients to avoid further injury, especially individuals that had a torn Achilles tendon. “Stretching is important when doing any exercise, and especially important following surgery or injury, because the body’s reaction to either one is to contract, which can cause secondary problems,” explains Whelan. “I think the body has an intelligence we must listen to. We must acknowledge our limitations and the signals our body sends us to let us know that something is harmful or painful,” she notes. “When you take responsibility to take care of your body, it will take care of you.” For injury prevention, dynamic stretching offers many benefits. “It’s the best because it ensures that all major joints have full range of motion and sufficient muscle length,” says Wegman. She advises never to stretch an

injured muscle or stretch too forcefully. “Introduce low-intensity stretching back into a regime only under a doctor’s supervision,” she cautions.

Daily Moderation

For Chabut, moderation is everything. “Gently warm up the body before moving into deeper stretches. Build heat in the muscles slowly to avoid potential injury,” she advises. Proper stretching is beneficial, but not doing so can foster bad habits and cause muscle or tendon tears. “Stretching cold muscles or using improper techniques such as bouncing when holding a stretch position are common mistakes,” observes Whelan. Stretching doesn’t have to be reserved for workouts, and with a little discipline, its benefits can easily be attained at home or the office. “Take 10 minutes during your favorite TV program and perform a couple of stretches,” suggests Wegman. “Make it a point to get up every half-hour and stretch for five minutes before resuming work. If you aren’t being pushed or pushing yourself, you won’t see results or make improvements. If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

Stretching Guide at a Glance

Benefit: Increases flexibility in the muscles being stretched and increases strength in the opposing muscles.

STATIC What it is: Hold a stretch in a challenging, but not painful position, for 10 to 30 seconds until feeling discomfort; once this is felt, the muscle then releases and relaxes.

PASSIVE What it is: Employ an outside force such as a stretching device, strap or another’s body weight such as a trainer, physical therapist or massage therapist, which assists the stretch while the individual remains passive. The targeted muscles are not actively engaged. Examples include postworkout stretches applying pressure with a body part, towel or other prop or piece of equipment.

Benefit: Improves flexibility. ACTIVE (aka Static Active) What it is: Engage and contract the muscle group opposite the one being stretched to initiate the stretch; repeat. Many yoga poses are examples of active stretching.

Benefit: Increases range of motion, decreases muscle tension (spasm)

Helpful Resources BOOKS Dynamic Stretching: The Revolutionary New Warm-Up Method to Improve Power, Performance and Range of Motion, by Mark Kovacs Dynamic Stretching vs. Static Stretching and Their Benefits, by Jack Cascio Exercise Balls for Dummies (including safe stretches for pregnant woman) and Stretching for Dummies, both by LeReine Chabut Stretching: 20 Simple Stretching Techniques to Relieve Pain and Increase Flexibility, by Neb Notliar ONLINE VIDEOS BlackBeltWiki.com/stretching (range of stretches specific to martial arts styles and body parts) DoYogaWithMe.com/yoga-beginners (free yoga videos for all levels) ElderGym.com/elderly-flexibility (highly detailed instruction tailored to seniors) Essentrics.com/media.html (videos from the PBS series Classical Stretch) StretchCoach.com/resources/ stretching-videos (instruction specific to sports and muscle groups) StudioSweatOnDemand.com/classes/ feature/good-for-beginners (select stretching videos)

and reduces post-workout soreness and fatigue. DYNAMIC What it is: Use controlled, gradual movements and stretches that involve repeated range of motion moves, especially in relation to a specific activity or sport that will follow the warm-up. Benefit: Prepares the body for activity and warms the muscles; especially advantageous after static stretches. Builds strength. Primary sources: Fitness Science; Scott White, a power trainer in Scottsdale, AZ.

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t’s an uncertain time for home-based geothermal heating and cooling, which has been increasing for years. The good news is that the cost of the technology is down and its efficiency is up. Yet a helpful 30 percent federal income tax credit inaugurated in 2009 disappeared in 2017 and may not get renewed anytime soon, even though H.R. 1090, a bill aimed at restoring the credit, has had strong support in Congress, led by New York Republican Congressman Tom Reed. While ideal spots for tapping into Earth’s energy are where tectonic plates meet and move, such as along the U.S. West Coast and in Alaska, it’s a misperception that it’s only possible in corresponding states. Anyone in the U.S. can use a geothermal heat pump, which works by accessing the constant 50-degree temperature just below the Earth’s surface. Iceland is equipped to get 50 percent of its energy from geothermal. Other countries now accessing it for at least 15 percent of their energy include Costa Rica, El Salvador, Kenya and the Philippines.

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The systems work by moving water through plastic pipes sunk into the ground, and using a heat exchanger to warm or cool refrigerant that then circulates throughout the house. Operating like a conventional heat pump, it needs less than half as much energy—just one kilowatt-hour of electricity—to produce 12,000 BTU (British thermal units, a standard energy measure). Its efficiency is double that of the best air conditioner and 50 percent superior to the best natural gas furnace, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Planet-friendly geothermal energy emits no pollution and reduces the need for fossil fuels.

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Return on Investment While they can cost $20,000 to $25,000 for an averagesized home, the systems are long-lasting; most provide a 10-year or longer warranty, based on having few moving parts that may break. The above-ground compressor and pump have a 20-year life expectancy and the expensive underground piping system should last a lifetime, says Brian Clark Howard, a National Geographic editor and co-author of Geothermal HVAC [heating, ventilation and air conditioning]. “Once the wells are dug and the loops are in, you’ll probably never have to revisit them.” According to Ryan Dougherty, chief operating officer of the Geothermal Exchange Organization, which represents manufacturers and installers, a typical home system costs approximately $24,000 installed, including the ground heat exchanger and all necessary ductwork. Renewable energy often makes sense without subsidies. Dougherty still sees geothermal as a good deal for homeowners, with a payback period of seven to 10 years. Dale Binkley of Landenberg, Pennsylvania, installed his home’s geothermal heat pump in 2006, before the 30 percent federal tax credit took effect. His out-of-pocket cost was $23,522, with a small federal credit and modest rebate from the local utility.

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Binkley is pleased. “The system is easy to maintain, cost efficient, and works well. It heats and cools better than I thought it would,” he says. Binkley saved $1,000 on his heating and cooling bill the first year, a savings he continues to enjoy every year.

Added Benefits “You’ll gain outstanding temperature and humidity control, plus a better running, more-efficient HVAC system,” Howard says. “Installing geothermal will also increase property values.” Institutional customers reap comparable benefits. As a tax-exempt entity, the Cozy Green Library, in Darien, Connecticut, uses geothermal heating and cooling, along with energy-efficient computers, LED light bulbs and storm water biofiltration, Carefully evaluating options allows homeowners and commercial landlords to make an informed decision about tapping into Earth’s free energy. Jim Motavalli, of Fairfield, CT, is an author, freelance journalist and speaker specializing in clean automotive and other environmental topics. Connect at JimMotavalli.com.

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ndividuals seeking to escape life’s ceaseless distractions, deepen their personal spiritual practice, enhance well-being and gain fresh perspective, are patronizing silent retreats in rising numbers. “Retreats are a special opportunity to enter a healing space where your natural energy, insight, intelligence and wisdom can arise,” says Linda Mary Peacock, known as Thanissara, a former Buddhist nun, cofounder of South Africa’s Dharma-giri Hermitage and Outreach and a retreat leader at the Spirit Rock Insight Meditation Center, in Woodacre, California. Sheila Russ, of Richmond, Virginia, has participated in several retreats with

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silent components, hosted by spiritual traditions spanning Baptist to Benedictine. “People of different faiths all have the same need to reach inside and listen. If we don’t slow down and get quiet, we can’t hear what’s going on with us,” says Russ. “Spending time in contemplation is cleansing and freeing; I feel like mentally and spiritually I can breathe.”

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Attaining heightened well-being after a retreat may have a neurological basis, according to research from Thomas Jefferson University’s Marcus Institute of Integrative Health, in Philadelphia. Silent retreats appear to raise the brain’s

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Formats vary, but most silent retreats entail extended periods of sitting meditation or prayer, often alternating with walking meditation or other mindful movement. Some may also entail a work detail, like sweeping the meditation hall or helping prepare meals. “Work tasks help bring mindfulness into everyday life,” says Chas DiCapua, a resident teacher for the Insight Meditation Society’s flagship retreat center in Barre, Massachusetts, who has led silent retreats teaching Buddhist practices for 20 years. “The community aspect is equally important; being surrounded by people that support your spiritual practice can encourage you on what can be a lonely path.” Silence doesn’t mean being static and somber or not thinking, counsels David Harshada Wagner, of Ojai, California, whose meditation retreats draw from the Indian mystical traditions of yoga, vedanta and tantra. “Silence is more than the absence of talking; it’s a powerful energy,” says Wagner. “Silent retreats are the loudest, as the energy is

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levels of mood-boosting chemicals, according to Dr. Andrew Newberg, director of research there. Newberg’s team tested the brains of retreat participants before and one week after an Ignatian-based retreat, finding significant changes in their serotonin and dopamine systems. “Whether through prayers, walks or meditations, the single-minded ritualistic aspect of retreats seems to predispose the brain for peak spiritual experience,” he observes.

roaring within. It should be a joyous practice.” Yet retreats aren’t a cakewalk. Los Angeles author and mindfulness facilitator Jennifer Howd chronicles the challenges of her first nine-day silent retreat in Joshua Tree, California, in her memoir Sit, Walk, Don’t Talk. Seven retreats later, Howd says that although the journey isn’t always easy, she always gains insights about herself and the nature of the mind.

Choosing a Retreat

Retreat leaders caution that while it’s good to jettison expectations and approach the experience with an open mind, choose a retreat that fits individual needs. The level of personal attention at retreats can vary greatly, remarks Thanissara. “Some may host 100 or more people, relying largely on taped instruction without much interaction with group leaders. A small group might be better for a first retreat,” she suggests.

The deliberate, conscientious practices of my first silent retreat made me appreciate each moment: the gifts, blessings, music, stretching, meditation, prayers and practice of stillness. ~Unity retreat feedback Thanissara recommends an upfront review of instructor credentials and starting with a weekend retreat before embarking on one of longer duration. Regardless of length, retreats aren’t always for everyone. “If you’re going through emotional or psychological difficulties, it’s best to discuss your circumstances with a teacher at the retreat center before deciding to at-

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tend. If you’re in therapy, talk with your therapist,” counsels DiCapua.

Retreat Back to Everyday Life

Afterwards, ease back into the daily routine; don’t rush back into old patterns of media and food consumption, recommends Howd. “Try to build-in a day or two of down time. You may still be processing things emotionally.” DiCapua suggests finding a local community of a kindred practice to keep the momentum going, and not expect to keep it up as earnestly at home as at the retreat. Attending daylong maintenance retreats on Saturdays or Sundays can also help sustain individual practice. Above all, “Appreciate yourself for having thought to go on a retreat and follow it through,” says DiCapua. “It can be a radical thing.” Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

(RollingMeadowsRetreat.com) offers silent retreats combining yoga and meditation. Leaders Patricia Sunyata Brown and Surya-Chandra Das take an eclectic approach incorporating multiple traditions to stimulate selfinquiry and compassion.

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etreat centers vary from nondenominational to those aligned with a faith, but even within a tradition, styles of meditation vary. The following opportunities highlight some of the more prevalent offerings. RetreatFinder. com and RetreatsOnline.com can be helpful tools.

Omega Institute: One of the largest centers on the East Coast, the Omega Institute (eOmega.org), in Rhinebeck, New York, offers yoga, meditation and mindfulness retreats led by notable and varied spiritual teachers. Unity: The Unity church, a Christian faith honoring all paths to God, offers an annual silent retreat facilitated by

Rev. Paulette Pipe (TouchingTheStillness. org). Held at Unity Center, in Kansas City, Missouri, the experience incorporates soulful music, labyrinth walks and meditation practice.

Tassajara Zen Mountain Center:

A working monastery for more than 50 years, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center and Hot Springs (sfzc.org/tassajara), in the Ventana Mountains of northern California, offers lay meditation practitioners a sense of monastic life each summer. Retreats are mainly taught in the Zen Buddhist tradition, focused on observing the breath and mind.

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Founded by Sharon Salzberg, Jack Kornfield and Joseph Goldstein in the 1970s, the Insight Meditation Society (Dharma.org) focuses on the Buddhist practices of metta (spreading lovingkindness) and vipassana (insight) meditation. Silent retreats at its historic center in Barre, Massachusetts, range from two days to three months.

Jesuits: A Roman Catholic order cofounded by St. Ignatius, the Jesuit tradition incorporates prayer, meditation, self-awareness and other contemplative practices. Jesuits.org/ retreat-centers lists Jesuit retreat centers across the U.S. where seekers can deepen their relationship with God through silence.

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Books that Kids Will Love Advice for Parents from Award-Winners by Randy Kambic

hile kids may list movies, video games, music downloads and other media featuring their favorite athlete, actor or music star as priority holiday gifts, books will expand their thoughts, curiosity and dreams by exposing them to a different set of role models and aspirations. Reading takes kids away from tech screens and expands horizons in ways that can improve their school grades, maturity and overall inquisitiveness. Many wise-hearted parents are rec-

ognizing the benefits, as children’s book sales were up 5 percent in the 12-month period ending in mid-October 2016, according to the American Booksellers Association. Humor, fantasy and magic, classics, nonfiction, time travel and participatory activities rank among the most popular topics.

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Changed the World—a nonfiction account designed to excite kids 8 and up about math, science and engineering—cultivates positive role models via inspirational personal stories. She points out that most of those depicted were not that well known, and therefore can be emulated and more readily related to. One of these is Katherine Coleman Johnson, a black National Aeronautics and Space Administration research mathematician and physicist, portrayed in the recent film Hidden Figures. Marine scientist Eugenie Clark, known as the “shark lady” for her daring underwater research, and major pioneers in cartography, archaeology and other fields also stir inquiring minds. “I wanted to provide a variety of fields, backgrounds and ethnicities,” remarks Lawlor. “They were all determined, very smart and persistent, and made strides in opening doors for women.” Lawlor’s 2012 children’s book Rachel Carson and Her Book That Changed The World describes how Carson’s seminal 1962 book Silent Spring helped spawn the conservation and pro-environment movement by chronicling the dangers of pollution. Children’s fascination with nature and wildlife can also be met through the Dog and Bear series by Laura Vaccaro Seeger, out of Long Island, New York, and Vermonter Jim Arnosky’s scientifically sound wildlife chronicles (JimArnosky.com). Kelly Barnhill, of Minneapolis, whose latest work is The Girl Who Drank the Moon, characterizes children as quiet, yet highly active when reading. “They are encountering characters and then building, inserting themselves and more information into the stories, making it more relevant to them,” she says. The former middle school language arts teacher advocates parental reading aloud with children. “Make it a daily practice of turning to a separate book from what they may be reading on their own. You’re helping them develop cognitive structure by reinforcing and explaining. It’s a shared lens on life.”

Cultivate Reading 4 Know the child’s interests. “If they

like horses or birds, you’re certain to find great related books,” advises Lawlor.

4 Lead by example. “Seeing you reading or gardening or making things invites them to learn more about what they like,” says Lawlor. 4 Be flexible and share. There’s no clear-cut time to transition from reading aloud to having a child do it on their own. Try taking turns reading a paragraph and then a page with them. “Women tend to read more than men, so get Dad involved, as well,” says Barnhill.

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books available to kids,” advises Barnhill. “They’ll enjoy having a choice.” Thrift stores are stocked with heavily discounted used books.

ers and educators; and curated media list on interactive, hands-on immigration. format of Ellen Sabin’s The Barnes & Noble new The Imagine It Book bookseller groups allows children to “dive selected children’s in and see how they books—including clascan make an impact, be sics such as Dr. Seuss innovative, play, fail and titles, poetry, nature, then succeed,” says SaHoliday gift sports, history and scibin. “Make them feel like ence—in five age catbooks can inspire they are ‘driving the bus.’” egories from newborn Welcoming diversity lifetime readers. through teenage years. and providing a safe and “It’s an amazing era for children’s reassuring community space for both books,” assesses Barnhill. “The success confident and vulnerable youngsters, of the Harry Potter series reminded the American Library Association (ala. people that kids like real stories. There’s org) provides libraries with positive, been a boom in creativity, vigor and unifying resources for children and technical skills in story construction.” families. They include a Storytime for Social Justice Kit; booklist for Hope and Inspiration storytime events; Freelance writer and editor Randy resource list on Talking to Kids about Kambic, in Estero, FL, is a frequent Racism and Justice for parents, caregiv- contributor to Natural Awakenings.

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any pet parents check their kitchen cabinets first when treating their canine companion’s minor health issues. Three helpful basics are canned, 100 percent pumpkin, povidone iodine antiseptic and 3 percent hydrogen peroxide, plus apple cider vinegar and coconut oil.

safe if a pet licks it. Dilute the povidone iodine until it looks like iced tea, soak a clean cloth and gently wipe infected skin areas. Rinse the cloth, wipe the skin, and then pat dry. Repeat twice daily for a minor issue.

Constipation, Diarrhea and Other Minor Digestive Issues Solution: Canned pumpkin. For occasional mild tummy upsets, give a teaspoon of pumpkin for every 10 pounds of body weight, one to two times a day, either in food or as a treat, for non-allergic dogs. Pumpkin’s soluble fiber can ease diarrhea and constipation.

Itchy, Irritated Paws Solution: Footbaths. About 50 percent of a dog’s foot licking and chewing can be alleviated by simply rinsing off allergens and other irritants from its paws. For large dogs, soak one foot at a time in a bucket. Stand small dogs in a sink or tub, or dunk one paw at a time in a small container of solution. Dilute povidone iodine to the color of iced tea and add to the footbath. Swish it around while the dog stands in it for two to five minutes. Talk soothingly and offer treats as needed.

Minor Skin Abrasions, Cuts, Infections or Hot Spots Solution: Povidone iodine. The gentle Betadine brand can allay staph, yeast and most common bacteria. It’s

During baths, pour diluted ACV of one cup of vinegar to one gallon of water over a freshly bathed dog (avoid the head) for a flea-preventive rinse. Massage the ACV solution into their coat and towel dry. Don’t rinse. Alternatively, add about two cups of apple cider vinegar to their bathwater.

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Crusty Skin and Nails Solution: Coconut oil. Skin treatments using 100 percent organic, cold-pressed, human-grade coconut oil can reduce flaking and improve skin quality, especially for seniors with crusty patches of skin and funky nails. Bathe the dog, and then rub the oil into the skin all over their body, especially on dry areas. Let it absorb for about five minutes. Follow with another bath (not much lather) and a very light rinse. Also, dab it directly on hotspots, eruptions and rashes after disinfecting.

Skunk Encounter Solution: Skunk rinse. In a pail, mix one quart of 3 percent hydrogen peroxide, one-quarter cup of baking soda and two teaspoons dishwashing liquid. For a large dog, double, triple or quadruple the mixture, based on their size and coat. Apply the mixture to the dog’s

dry coat, taking care to avoid the eyes. Massage the mixture into the coat and skin for about five minutes or until the skunk smell starts to dissipate. Use a sponge to apply the solution to the chin, cheeks, forehead and ears. Rinse thoroughly. When rinsing the head, tilt the dog’s chin upward to protect the eyes. It may be necessary to repeat the entire process up to three times. Rinse off the solution completely.

Toxin Ingestion Solution: Hydrogen peroxide to induce vomiting. Use 3 percent hydrogen peroxide and give one teaspoon for every 10 pounds of dog weight. Add a little vanilla ice cream or honey to encourage swallowing, or simply syringe it down their throat, if necessary. Walk the

dog for a few minutes—movement helps the hydrogen peroxide work— which typically occurs within 15 minutes. If the dog doesn’t vomit in 15 minutes, give a second dose. If after another 15 minutes they still haven’t vomited, call a veterinarian. Don’t induce vomiting if the dog is throwing up already, has lost consciousness or can’t stand, or it’s been more than two hours since they ingested the toxin. Harsh chemicals can cause burning both as they are swallowed and come back up. For these problems, seek veterinary care immediately. Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative veterinarian in the Chicago area, consults internationally and writes Mercola Healthy Pets (HealthyPets.Mercola.com).

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Moving from Fear to Freedom by April Thompson

issa Rankin wears many hats: physician, mystic, author, artist, speaker and blogger. What unites her many pursuits is a passion for helping people optimize their health and understand how science and spirituality converge toward that goal. A former obstetrician and gynecologist, Rankin is the founder of the Whole Health Medicine Institute, in San Francisco, which trains doctors in mind-body-spirit medicine. She’s authored six books to date, including the bestseller Mind over Medicine, The Fear Cure and The Anatomy of a Calling. She lives in California’s Marin County and blogs at LissaRankin.com.

What common signs indicate that fear is affecting our health? When people are sick, there is almost always an element of fear. Many of us have “ridden shotgun” at one time or another with a health diagnosis, and that’s scary, so even if it’s not predisposing the illness itself, it can stimulate fear. Studies from institutions such as the Harvard School of Public Health and Carnegie Mellon University have discovered strong correlations between fear, stress and anxiety and health issues. When fear is predisposing us to illness, addressing the root cause of the issue is preventive medicine. Whether triggered by something trivial or real, fear activates the “fight38

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or-flight” stress response in the brain. The body has natural selfhealing mechanisms, but these only operate when our nervous system is relaxed, so effectively dealing with fear is foundationally critical to wellness.

How can we distinguish between true and false fear? True fear is an actual threat to physical survival, like being approached by someone wielding a gun. However, most fear is generated by a story we make up in our minds. Our wild imaginations, the source of beautiful creativity, can be a destructive force, too, as we envision all kinds of worstcase scenarios, most of which will not come true. Modern-day humans average more than 50 stress responses a day, which indicates we’re way off track in our relationship to fear. The mind constantly strategizes how to get what it wants and avoid what it doesn’t. A spiritual practice can help interrupt the “monkey mind” constantly ruminating on what could go wrong. Paying attention to fear around practical issues like not being able to pay bills is helpful because it can keep us from being reckless, such as buying an unneeded luxury item although our mortgage payment looms. But letting false fear prevent us from following a dream, ending an unhealthy relationship or leaving a toxic job can predispose us to illness. Fear is the emotional NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

equivalent of pain in the body. Attend to it when it arises; try to understand what it is telling you and see what’s in need of healing.

What are some effective ways to defang false fear? Ultimately, we need to come into the right relationship with uncertainty; it’s the gateway to possibility. People often think that fear provides protection, when our intuition, which typically requires a relaxed state of mind, is a far more effective protector. There have been studies about doctors following their hunches to a patient’s underlying condition, leading to life-saving diagnoses.

How can we cultivate courage, curiosity and resilience, rather than feed our fears? Cultivating a spiritual practice such as mindfulness helps put a pause between a feeling like fear and the reaction that might ensue. You learn to sit with uncomfortable feelings and recognize the story you are spinning in your mind about what’s happening. It also means letting go of expectations when things don’t go as planned. Fear is my cue to activate a practice of surrender; to turn something over to the universe. I will also ask for help to calm my heart and let go of attachments. For me, this life-changing practice means I now trust the mystery more than my mind. I trust the unknown more than science and logic. The latter may be useful tools when doing taxes or a research paper, but I don’t trust them to be the best navigation system of my life or help me in a crisis. Psychology isn’t enough to address fear, which comes with the territory if you think that we are just flesh robots programmed to maximize self-interest, alone in a hostile universe. Once you learn to see the possibilities and hand over the wheel to a greater, benign organizing intelligence, something unwinds in the nervous system and we relax into the wonder of mystery. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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Shamanic Sound Transformation with Adria Wind Horse Estribou – 4-5pm. Adria channels sounds for shamanic transformation through voice and natural percussive instruments. Shift energies. Connect with animal spirits. Connect with divine frequencies. Release energy blocks from others and old patterns. $20 advance/$25 at the door. Yoga Hawaii, 1152 Koko Head Ave, Ste 202, Kaimuki. For more information and to register, visit WingSound.com/events. See news brief, page 8, and ad, page 28.

How to Enjoy a Stress-Free Holiday Season – 11:11am-1:11pm. Join Lani Kwon for this workshop that will help put the merry, joyous and happy back into your holidays. $30 includes all materials. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. For more information, call 808-594-7950 or email Lani@coPOWERment.com. See article, page 27, and ad, page 35.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Cranial-Sacral Level 1 Course – 8-5pm. This two-day course with Dr. Michael Quirk, DO, will cover Cranial-Sacral Therapy. This is a deeply calming technique that stimulates relaxation centers in the body. With 23 years’ experience, Dr. Quirk has used this technique on thousands. Learn about the body’s “primary respiratory mechanism” and how to change it. $325 + tax. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. To register, visit Eventbrite.com/e/weekend-cranial-sacralcourse-tickets-38525549957. For more information, call 808-626-5087. See news brief, page 8, and ad, page 30.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Think Like a Thin Person with Randy Hampton and Beverly Craddock – 6-7pm. Struggling with weight loss? Diet not working? Emotionally eating? Learn the real reason you overeat or lack motivation to work out. This seminar will explain once and for all how to gain control over your mind so that you can get it to do the things that you want. $10 fee. For more information or to register, call 808-221-7353 or email HawaiiHypnosisCenter@ gmail.com. Also visit HawaiiHypnosisCenter.com. See article, page 16, and ad, page 25.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 The Awakenings – Friday, 6-9pm; Saturday, 8am6pm; and Sunday, 8am-5pm. This 3-day workshop is Hawaiian Spiritual Healing Level 1 IMI OLA 1 with Kahu Mark Saito. It will look at our spiritual nature from a Hawaiian Kahuna perspective, and work to develop conscious awareness of our intuitive senses. It will also take an in-depth look at the practical applications of Ho’oponopono in our modern world. $499 (if also taking Level 2, cost for both is $800). Class size is limited to 21. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. To register, call 808-626-5087. For more information, visit QuantumInstituteintl.org. See ad, page 21.

Money Talks: But What the Hell Is It Saying? – 7-9:30pm. Plan to attend the special expanded version of this award-winning musical at the Doris Duke Theatre, part of the Honolulu Academy of Arts. Money Talks shines an empowering light on a subject everyone struggles with, money and self-worth. This fiercely entertaining and deeply provocative two-woman musical story features the story of Lucie Lynch and Marcia Zina Mager. It brings audiences to their feet and sends them home with a brave new way to view themselves and the world. 900 S Beretania St, Honolulu. For more information, visit ILoveMoneyTalks.com.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Growing Up in Wahiawa … Connecting the Dots – 9-11am. Join Julia Estrella for a talk from her book, Being Local in Hawai’i, where she will connect the dots on the nature of growing up in Wahiawa. Free. Rainbow Club at the Wahiawa Recreation Center, 1129 Kilani Ave, Wahiawa. All are welcome. For more information, call 808-8521892. See ad, page 28.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Shamanic Sound Transformation with Adria Wind Horse Estribou – 7-8pm. Adria channels sounds for shamanic transformation through voice and natural percussive instruments. Shift energies. Connect with animal spirits. Connect with divine frequencies. Release energy blocks from others and old patterns. $20 advance/$25 at the door. Mindful Matters Wellness & Yoga Center, Kailua Medical Arts Building, 407 Uluniu St, Ste 412, Kailua. For more information or to register, visit WingSound.com/events. See news brief, page 8, and ad, page 28.

Hui Pu on the Lanai – noon-2pm. Come and hui pu (gather with us) on Wehilani’s lanai in beautiful Manoa for a casual, fun-filled event from Hana Ho’ola. Be a part of the exciting topic covering “dream interpretations” and what dreams reveal to you. Allow Wehilani to teach you how your dreams can help in your waking life. Mini sandwiches, chips, dessert and a beverage will be served. $45. Seating is limited. (Address provided upon registration.) For more information or to register, call Wehilani at 808-450-8813. Talking Story with Julia of Wahiawa – 2-4pm. Join Julia Estrella (Keiko Matsui Higa) for a talk from her book, Being Local in Hawai’i. Free. Mililani Library, 95-450 Makaimoimo St, Mililani. For more information, call 808-852-1892. See ad, page 28. Girlfriends and Gratitude – 6-9pm. Gratitude comes in many forms, from receiving food to giving gifts. Let’s share words of gratitude and create meaningful friendships with other women entrepreneurs and business and community leaders. Let’s get to know each other with icebreaker discussions and explore what it means to be a woman that supports other women. Enjoy dinner and live music. $45. Buho Cocina y Cantina, 2250 Kalakaua Ave, Ste 525, Honolulu. Registration required by Nov 15. For more information or to register, call 808393-5527 or visit BrandiKianaJo.com/girlfriends. See ad, page 41. 2017 Makahiki Festival and Ke Alohi Hula Competition – 9am-noon. The annual Waimea Valley Makahiki celebration includes the Ke Alohi Hula Competition. The original spirit of this competition has been preserved, with women and men competing for a single hula kahiko (ancient hula) title. There will also be live music, local vendors, cultural activities, traditional Hawaiian games, demonstrations and more! It will be an exciting day. Included in park admission. For more information, visit WaimeaValley.net. See ad, page 37.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17 – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Light and Shadows – Friday, 6-9pm; Saturday, 8am-6pm; and Sunday, 8am-5pm. This 3-day workshop is Hawaiian Spiritual Healing Level 2 IMI OLA 2 with Kahu Mark Saito. This workshop will dive deeper into the realm of spirit and how that can and does impact our lives and our world. Prerequisite Level 1. $499 (if also taking Level 1, cost for both is $800). Class size is limited to 21. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. To register, call 808-626-5087. For more information, visit QuantumInstituteintl.org. See ad, page 21.

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tuesday Student Massage – 10am, 11:30am and 1pm. Come experience a massage by one of the Quantum Massage School students. $35. Parking validated. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. Individuals can now book massages, lomilomi, reflexology and Reiki directly on MassageBook.com. For more information, call 808988-4440. MAE-3065. See ad, page 21. Kaʻiwi Scenic Shoreline Cleanup – 4-6pm. Join 808 Cleanups to clean up debris along the beach. Invasive plant and fishing line removal is also tackled as time permits. All cleanup supplies will be provided. Wear sturdy, fully enclosed shoes to protect your feet. Meet in the Kaʻiwi parking lot by 4pm (past Sandy Beach, before Makapu’u Light-

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wednesday Keiki Day – 9am-5pm. Waimea Valley hosts Keiki Day with free admission for kama`aina keiki 12 years old and younger. Special activities include Hawaiian games, keiki hikes and crafts, music, art and more. 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. For more information, call 808-638-7766 or visit WaimeaValley.net. See ad, page 37. Meet Ling for Tea – 1-5pm. Join Ling for tea. Donations Welcome. Crystal Cave & Kyanite Lounge, 3424 Waialae Ave, Honolulu. For more information, call Ling at 808-392-8857. See ad, page 23.

thursday Tao Healing Session – 9:45-11am. Join this group healing session and enhance self-healing through a mind/body training activity that enhances selfhealing through meridian exercises, breathing, relaxation and meditation. Bring a yoga mat if you have one. Participants leave feeling refreshed and invigorated. Love donations. Parking validated. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 207, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-626-5087. See ad, page 21. Automatic Writing with Nita – 2pm. Nita will host an automatic writing session. Donations welcome. Crystal Cave & Kyanite Lounge, 3424 Waialae Ave, Honolulu. For more information, call Nita at 808-741-0811. See ad, page 23. Tasty Thursdays – 5-7pm. Sample the items from all departments and see why our products are so special. Whole Foods Kailua, 629 Kailua Rd, Ste 100, Kailua. 808-263-6800. WholeFoodsMarket. com/stores/Kailua.

friday Student Massage – 2pm, 3:30pm and 5pm. Come experience a massage by one of the Quantum Massage School students. $35. Parking validated. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. Individuals can now book massages, lomilomi, reflexology and Reiki directly on MassageBook.com. For more information, call 808988-4440. MAE-3065. See ad, page 21. Pau Hana Healing – 7-8:30pm. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health is starting a regular series of classes on the 2nd and 4th Fri of the month. Pau Hana is the time after work that is considered a time for relaxation, informal social-

izing with friends and family, and enjoyment. Quantum is going to combine that with discussion of a variety of topics. $5, $2 parking. University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 207, Honolulu. For information about scheduled topics and to register, call 808-988-4440 or visit QuantumInstituteIntl. org. See ad, page 21.

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Free Breakfast at Ryoin on Eames – 10am1:30pm. Join Julia Estrella and the folks at Ryoin on Eames for a free breakfast every Saturday. After breakfast, the group will have the opportunity to hear about healthy farming techniques that go beyond organic practices. Learn more about this community outreach group and see how you can participate. Free. 1777 Eames St, Wahiawa. For more information, call 808-852-1892. See ad, page 28. Self-Healing – 10:30am-2pm. It’s vitally important that each person takes the time to focus on healing themselves. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health is starting a regular series of classes on the 1st and 3rd Sat of the month to discuss self-healing. A variety of discussion topics will be covered. $5, $2 parking. University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 207, Honolulu. For more information about scheduled topics and to register, call 808-988-4440 or visit QuantumInstituteIntl.org. See ad, page 21. Crystal Cave & Kyanite Lounge – 1-5pm. Join the Saturday festivities at Crystal Cave & Kyanite Lounge. Starting at 1pm, Nita Jean will channel messages for Life Guidance. At 2pm, Ling will channel messages from loved ones that have passed. At 3:30pm, Grant Ito will channel messages and answers from trance. $15 per person/ reading. 3424 Waialae Ave, Honolulu. For more information or to make an appointment, call 808397-3174. See ad, page 23. Waimanalo Hobbit House: Vegetarian Feast, Yoga Philosophy and Kirtan – 4-7pm. Visit this storybook wonderland replete with meticulously landscaped waterfalls, koi ponds, arched bridges, fruit trees and other exotic botanicals. Step inside the amazing Hobbit House and hear a talk on the ancient philosophy of yoga by a Vedic scholar, Narahari; experience kirtan (chanting of holy mantras); and enjoy a celestial vegetarian feast. $10 donation suggested. This gathering is scheduled at least one Saturday each month. For dates and more information, call Narahari at 808-225-2425 or email Narahari@HaleKrishna.com. Also visit HaleKrishna.com and click on tabs “Peek Inside” and “Meet Narahari.” Call for specific dates this month. Private tours and meetings available.

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Wehilani La’a Muller’s goal in establishing Hana Hō’ola is to serve as a conduit, bringing in the universal life-force energy, which permeates all things in life, to balance, harmonize and restore our energy systems. Wehilani is a Reiki master, and certified Angel Medicine and Chakra Clearing Practitioner who offers personalized counseling and energy healing rejuvenation sessions. She also offers a variety of workshops, moon rituals, and angel card readings in an inspiring, nurturing and fun environment in picturesque Manoa Valley.

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Since 2006, the Hawaii Hypnosis Center has helped thousands of people make positive changes in their lives through personalized one-on-one hypnosis sessions to stop smoking, lose weight, increase confidence, improve sales success and finances, enhance sports performance, and improve overall health and well-being by eliminating bad habits, addictions, stress, fears, anxiety and phobias. Call for a free phone consultation. Also available for group presentations and motivational seminars. See article, page 16, and ad, page 25.

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Julia Estrella is a multicultural woman who tells an inspirational story about her diverse life in Being Local in Hawaiʻi. Her book is available at Native Books, the Ward Center, at her book talks, and online at BookBaby.com. See ad, page 28.

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NATUROPATHIC MEDICAL DOCTOR PACIFIC INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1481 S King St, Ste 501, Honolulu 808-955-9556 DrKevinGibson.com

Dr. Kevin Gibson is a licensed Naturopathic Physician, Acupuncturist and Registered Environmental Specialist with 32 years of public health/medical experience. His specialties are cancer care, gastrointestinal illness, cardiovascular disease, sports medicine, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and chronic fatigue. See therapy brief, page 11, and ad, page 7.

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PAIN RELIEF – PROLOTHERAPY DR. ALLISON GANDRE, ND

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REAL ESTATE AGENT ANGELA POHAKUOLA STUDER Lic # RS-79822 Coldwell Banker, Pacific Properties 808-551-0900 Angela.Pohakuola@cbcPacific.com AngelaPohakuola.cbInTouch.com

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Dr. Michael Russo is a graduate of Princeton University and Chicago Medical School, with a prestigious career in the military. He is a neurologist who is an expert in fixing sleep problems. He specializes in the treatment of snoring, memory problems, excess sleepiness, insomnia, nightmares and sleep walking. See ads, pages 5 and 11.

SPIRIT COMMUNICATION Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough. ~Oprah Winfrey

Randy Hampton and Beverly Craddock are the married team behind Hawaii Relationship Coaching and the renowned Hawaii Hypnosis Center. Hawaii Relationship Coaching offers affordable sessions and works with partners separately to avoid the “he-said, she-said” mediation style of traditional relationship counseling. By applying the concepts outlined in their e-book, The Heart and The Head, they are helping couples rediscover the reasons they got together in the first place. Visit their website for a copy of their e-book. See article, page 16, and ad, page 25.

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