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23 FRESH LOOKS AT AUTISM

Focusing on a Child’s Optimal Potential by Linda Sechrist

24 FEAST IN THE FIELDS The Rise of Pop-Up Organic Dining

by John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist

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Escape into Nature with a Day Trip by Marlaina Donato

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How Changing Your Thinking Changes Everything by April Thompson

30 DOGS AT WORK Finding the Right Dog for the Job

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ugust is Happiness Happens Month, as designated by the Secret Society of Happy People (SOHP), a group founded in August 1998 in Irving, Texas, with the goal of encouraging people to recognize their happy moments and think about happiness in their daily life. Later that same year, SOHP gained international recognition when it demanded an apology from advice columnist Ann Landers because she discouraged people from writing happy holiday newsletters enclosed with their holiday cards. SOHP, which now has thousands of supporters in 34 countries, believes people need a safe place to share their happy moments where parade rainers won’t discourage them. The group also helps people handle their unhappy moments through posts and newsletters. In 1999, August 8 was designated Admit You’re Happy Day (now called Happiness Happens Day). A year later, the celebration of happiness was expanded to include the entire month of August—declared Happiness Happens Month—to encourage people to talk and think about happiness all through the month. To learn more about SOHP, visit sohp.com. Each day, we are surrounded by a beautiful, happy, loving and kind world. We are also continually bombarded by things that threaten to bring us down. Whether it be politics, health concerns, traffic—you name it—there’s plenty of stuff that can be overwhelming. Each person has the ability to decide to choose to see the “happy” in the world. Sometimes, people need a little help, a little kindness to turn their day around. We would like to propose that for the month of August, you be an ambassador of kindness, an “A-OK.” Take that extra moment to smile at a stranger until they smile back. Talk to the clerk at the checkout counter and genuinely listen to what they have to say. Let that car pull in front of you in traffic. Do that just for today; then repeat the same tomorrow. If we all do it, it will spread to create a kinder, happier world. We hope you find hope and happiness in this month’s edition. It’s full of articles to inform and inspire. Pick up a copy for a friend. As always, we love hearing from you. Give us a call or send us a note, and let us know how you fulfilled the A-OK August Challenge. In gratitude,

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Julia Matsui-Higa Estrella Returns from Trip to Findhorn Scotland

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ulia Estrella, author of Being Local in Hawai’i, and founder of Ryoin on Eames, in Wahiawa, traveled to Forres, Scotland, to visit the Findhorn Foundation. The goal of her trip was to learn from their experiences and also to attend a class taught by Robert Holden, titled Enneagram and Abundance. Findhorn is an experiment that started in 1962 to cocreate a better world guided by the intelligence of nature and the inner voice of spirit. By the late 1980s, the Ecovillage Project at Findhorn was making significant contributions to the ecovillage movement worldwide. An ecovillage is defined as being ecologically, economically, culturally and spiritually sustainable. Findhorn is associated with the United Nations Department of Public Information and co-founder of the Global Ecovillage and Holistic Centres Networks. Today, there are more than 90 ecological buildings, three wind generators and a biological sewage treatment plant at Findhorn. They hold workshops, and teach at many universities and school groups globally. To learn more about Findhorn, visit Findhorn.org. Julia was born and raised in Wahiawa on Kuahiwi Street and is a Leilehua graduate. She will be sharing her story, Making Connections, at the National Baha’i Center, 3264 Allan Place, in Nu’uanu Valley, on Friday, September 8, at 6:30 p.m. You can also join her on Saturdays for a pancake breakfast at Ryoin on Eames from 10 a.m. to noon. She will share her ecovillage/enneagram experience in Wahiawa at 1777 Eames Street at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 19. Bring friends and “talk story” at Lee’s Healthy Breakfast Club. All are invited, and breakfast and talk are free. For more information, call 808-852-1892. See ad, page 11.

e all love to support local products, especially an amazing, chemical-free one like GreenMax Pro, which can be used to clean homes, vehicles, boats, ovens and more. Jeani, creator of GreenMax Pro, will be at the Made in Hawaii Festival at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center, August 18 through 20. The threeday showcase offers food, books, gifts, fashions, plants, arts, crafts, entertainment and more. The hours are Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $6, and children 6 and under enter free. Stop by Jeani’s booth and pick up your supply of this incredible product. It can be used to wash windows, pets, plants, dishes, carpets and upholstery. It removes makeup, pesticides, super glue, and calcium deposits. It also can be used to stop the itch of mosquitos and the sting of jelly fish. It works on cuts, athlete’s foot and rashes. It kills spiders, ants, fleas and centipedes. Jeani’s website is filled with testimonials from people that have used this product and love it. There are many reasons to avoid chemical exposure in our lives. Let’s face it, chemical exposure is not just bad for people with asthma, autism or ADHD, it’s bad for everyone. Anyone that wants to say goodbye to harsh toxins and chemicals should get some GreenMax Pro. Note: Jeani is also going to be at VegFest Oahu on September 2. Location: 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. For more information, text 808-639-1845, email GreenMaxPro@gmail.com or visit GreenMaxPro.com. See ad, page 25.

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e are continually being offered divine guidance in many ways throughout our daily life. The wisdom of the ages is all around us in the elements of our Earth, and the ancestral perception that can bring clarity to our path is available for the enlightened. Angela Pohakuola has been guided to make herself available to help others receive the messages that are begging to be heard. Whether looking to clarify thoughts or achieve enlightenment on the way to making a decision, experiencing a session with Angela will take the journey to a new and heightened level. If you are called to listen, contact Angela for a reading. For more information, call 808-551-0900, email TalkingToStones@aol.com or visit TalkingToStones.com. See ad, page 11.

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Aligning Financial Goals with Values and Ethics

iving healthy and sustainable lives is a personal journey that starts with a raised awareness of the things that impact our planet and health. When we take that first step, we often look for products and services that share the same philosophy. Now turn to where we invest our savings. Are the banks, mutual funds, stocks and bonds we are investing in socially conscious? How do we look under the layers of these corporate structures to determine their commitment to having a positive impact on our world? Do our investments have low waste, and support clean water and renewable energy? Do they promote healthy living and green technology and equality? And does the person we are working with under-

stand our values? Tania Horowitz Fukuda, a financial services professional with New York Life Insurance Company and NYLIFE Securities LLC (member FINRA/SIPC) is passionate about protecting our shared planet, and also very passionate about helping people protect their own future and their families. Raised vegetarian and having pursued studies in Asian philosophy, history, languages and creative arts, and later yoga and capoeira, have given her a broad range of knowledge and experiences, and overall, a more inclusive perspective on life. With her training in securities, insurance and financial planning, Tania is well positioned to provide a holistic and balanced approach to the services she offers. Her

vision is to empower individuals and protect families while contributing to a better future for our shared planet. Tania speaks English, French and Japanese, and utilizes both traditional and socially conscious investment tools to maximize her clients’ results while staying true to their values and ethics. She offers holistic and balanced solutions that take into consideration the whole picture, from values and emotions to financial long-term goals. Her services include, but are not limited to, college funding, retirement planning, insurance needs, managing costs for extended periods of care, and lifetime income strategies. She also helps her clients align their daily financial decisions with their values, offering practical solutions for people of all income brackets. Anyone with an interest in aligning their financial goals with their values and ethics will benefit from contacting Tania to discuss options available. Location: 841 Bishop St., Ste. 1900, Honolulu. For more information, call 808-388-6103 or email TFukuda@ ft.NewYorkLife.com. See ad, page 11.

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reating our aina with respect and reverence is a form of being pono. Unfortunately, every day we see evidence of lack of pono with litter showing up all over. Following the courtesy to carry out what you bring isn’t enough. Our aina is begging us to help clean up the waste that is left behind by others. Our coral is crying because people continue to wear sunscreens with toxic chemicals, and our waters are polluted with runoff from yards. Here are some tips for what each of us can do to bring pono to the aina. Please spread the word wherever you can. Combat Litter Avoid disposable cutlery, straws and plates. Carry your own utensils, a stainless-steel straw and washable dishes. If you find you must use disposables, look for biodegradable products that can be composted. When spending time at the beach or along the trails, take some time to pick up the refuse that you come across. Carry a bag and some gloves to make it convenient and sanitary to pick up after others. Attend an aina cleanup event and invite friends to make a day of it (see calendar section for upcoming dates and locations).

Keep Coral Safe Avoid these toxic chemicals in sunscreen: oxybenzone, avobenzone, butylparaben, homosalate, octinoxate, and 4-methylbenzylidine camphor. Make a commitment to buy products that don’t contain these ingredients. Protect Our Waters When toxic chemicals are used in our yards to fertilize and kill weeds and bugs, it makes it unsafe for children and pets and the chemicals seep into our waterways. You can be more pono by using organic products on lawns and plants. People with a septic system have an added responsibility because a failing system or one that needs maintenance can cause polluted runoff. The nutrients, solids and bacteria get into coastal waters and streams where the over enrichment can cause algal blooms; harm coral, fish and other aquatic animals; and make waters unsafe for water recreation. Those with septic systems can proactively avoid problems with these helpful suggestions: • Get the system pumped before it is overfilled. Keep in mind extra use from parties and gatherings of people. • Be mindful of personal water use.

• Practice responsible flushing. Only flush products that easily degrade. DO NOT flush paper towels, cotton swabs, personal hygiene products, condoms, medications, disposable diapers, coffee grounds, cat litter, cooking fats/oils, facial tissues, dental floss, cigarette butts, plastics or bones. • DO NOT put hazardous and strong chemicals down sinks or toilets. • Replenish beneficial bacteria in the system with enzyme treatments. • Do not allow trees and shrubs to grow near the septic system, as their roots can cause damage. • Compost food waste. Putting food waste down a garbage disposal requires a lot of water, and the volume of solid material can overburden a septic tank. Pono Home shares techniques to enable each of us to learn how to live greener and healthier lives. They can also provide a home assessment that will help create a more pono lifestyle. Anyone that wants to become more pono can contact them to learn more. For more information on how to save money by becoming more energy efficient or to sign up for services, call 844-GO-PONO-1 (467-6661) or visit PonoHome.com. See ad, page 21.

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

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Ugly Produce Gains Status Due to customer requests and petitions, more stores are beginning to stock the one in five pieces of produce that never made the cut before due to quirky shapes or other blemishes. Often, these are displayed next to their betterlooking, more expensive counterparts to give consumers an eco-friendly choice. The 133 billion pounds worth of misshapen or scarred fruits and vegetables annually plowed under, buried in a landfill or fed to livestock is sharply at odds with the reality that 48 million Americans face food insecurity. Whole Foods Market created a pilot program in some of its California stores, testing sales in April 2016 with Imperfect Produce (ImperfectProduce.com), a service that delivers to homes. Walmart brought weather-blemished apples to 300 of its Florida stores to kick off their imperfect role in the movement. Five Pittsburgh Giant Eagle stores call their program Produce with Personality, and focus on navel oranges, russet potatoes, peppers and apples. Fourteen Hannaford stores in Albany, New York, offer the Misfits line, while donating unsold produce to local nonprofits. Hy-Vee’s 242 stores, located in eight central states, rolled out the Misfits last December. For more information, visit EndFoodWaste.org.

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Tiny Robots Seen as Tech Fix for Reduced Bee Population Harvard University researchers led by engineering professor Robert Wood have introduced the first RoboBees—bee-sized robots that can ascend and hover in midair while tethered to a power supply. The project is a breakthrough in the field of micro-aerial vehicles. It has previously been impossible to pack all the components onto such a tiny workable robot framework and keep it lightweight enough to fly. The researchers believe that within 10 years, RoboBees could artificially pollinate a field of crops, a critical development if the commercial pollination industry cannot recover from the severe bee losses of the past decade. Source: Science

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Nature Rights

Waterways Granted Personhood This year, the Whanganui River, in New Zealand, became the first in the world to be granted the same legal rights as a person. Equally vital, a court in northern India has given the sacred Ganges and Yamuna rivers, as well as several glaciers, the legal status of “living human entities” to help in the preservation and conservation of the country’s highly polluted waterways, thus allowing polluters to be sued. These decisions are variants of “rights of nature” measures that date back to the 1970s. More than three dozen U.S. localities have ordinances ascribing varying types of rights to nature or to specific natural objects. In America, rights of nature activism usually takes the form of ballot initiatives that emerge to contest the power of corporations wherever local natural resources are seen as being threatened. The first such ordinance was passed in 2006, when Tamaqua Borough, in Pennsylvania, sought to protect the town’s drinking water from the nearby dumping of sewage sludge. More recently, an ordinance from the Boulder (Colorado) County Protectors, with assistance from the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund, asserting the “right to a healthy climate,” was recognized as a federal constitutional right by Judge Ann Aiken, of the U.S. District Court in Oregon. Source: BBC

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Urban Planning Goes Green

Early American developers of Washington, D.C., and Savannah, Georgia, strived to recreate the plans of European cities that offered plenty of public squares and parks. Subsequent high-rise apartments in most other U.S. cities that followed lacked certain elements of neighborhood cohesion, as documented in Zane Miller’s book The Urbanization of Modern America. In Boston, Baltimore, New York City and elsewhere, waterfront revitalizations launched in the 1980s helped improve conditions, making use of nature-oriented ideas that are still trending upward. Urban Hub describes how regions like Silicon Valley, in California, and Boston’s Route 128 corridor continue to enjoy mutually beneficial relationships with Stanford University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. The concept promotes pedestrianization programs and incentives that increase bike-friendliness, multimodal public transportation such as people-mover sidewalks and car sharing, plus off-hour, no-driving and park-and-ride policies. Join the social media conversation at Urban-Hub.com. The U.S. Department of Transportation recently released updated standards on how state agencies should measure mass transit, biking and walking volumes (EverybodyWalk.org). States will assess impacts on carbon emissions by tracking walkers, bikers and transit users instead of just comparing rush-hour travel times to free-flowing traffic conditions, which favors highway spending alone. The Big Jump Project at PeopleForBikes.org rates areas for bike friendliness and taps ideas aimed to increase biking networks. To date, they cover Austin, Texas; Baltimore; Fort Collins, Colorado; Los Angeles; Memphis, Tennessee; New Orleans; New York City; Providence, Rhode Island; Portland, Oregon; and Tucson. The nonprofit Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia (sbnPhiladelphia.org), encompassing 400 businesses and organizations, is pioneering a Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) retrofit program. The city water department is collaborating on Green City Clean Water’s plan to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency clean water regulations and foster rain gardens, green roofs and porous pavements. “We help engineer nature back into cities,” says Anna Shipp, interim executive director and GSI manager. “Socially responsible, replicable and environmentally conscious initiatives and policies catalyze local economies and benefit water, air, aesthetics and people’s emotions.”

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esearchers from Capital Medical University, in Beijing, China, tested the effectiveness of Cordyceps sinensis, a traditional Chinese medicine derived from fungi, on the treatment of patients with moderate-tosevere asthma. They followed 120 subjects, divided into two groups of 60. One group received a capsule containing 1,200 milligrams of Cordyceps sinensis three times daily for three months. The control group was treated with conventional medications. Health-related quality of life was measured, along with the incidence of asthma exacerbation, pulmonary function and inflammation indicators in both groups. The Cordyceps sinesis group reported reduced asthma symptoms, improved lung function, a better inflammatory profile and an overall better quality of life when compared to the conventional treatment group.

Massage Relieves Chronic Back Pain

esearchers from Indiana University-Purdue University, in Indianapolis, set out to find out if massage therapy—typically an out-of-pocket expense not covered under most insurance plans— can provide effective treatment for individuals suffering with chronic back pain. The study followed 76 primary care patients with chronic back pain for 24 weeks. The researchers measured pain, disability and quality of life at the beginning of the study, after 12 weeks and again after 24 weeks of massage therapy. Each patient was referred to a licensed massage therapist for 10 no-cost sessions in a real-world environment during the initial 12 weeks. More than half of the patients that completed the core study reported clinically meaningful improvements for physical and mental measures. For bodily pain, 40 percent were clinically improved. Older adults and Baby Boomers reported the highest percentage of changes. Plus, the study found that sufferers that avoided taking painkillers were twice as likely to experience reduced pain than those using opioids.

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cientists from the University of California at San Francisco, and Harvard Medical School, in Boston, tested the effect of vacations and meditation on the genes of 64 women between the ages of 30 and 60 that were novice meditators. They all spent six days at the same resort in California. Half participated in a meditation program that included yoga, self-reflection exercises and mantra meditation; the other half did not engage in onsite meditation. The researchers also studied a group of 30 experienced meditators already participating in the resort’s meditation program. Blood sample tests and surveys from all 94 women were conducted at intervals: once right before their stay, once right after, a third one month post-vacation and then 10 months after the trip. All the women displayed significant changes to their molecular network pattern after the six days, with the most substantial genetic changes related to immune function and stress response. One month after the resort experience, all groups continued to display improvements. However, the novice meditators showed fewer symptoms of depression and stress for a significantly longer period than the women not participating in the meditation exercise.

6 Reasons to Advertise in Print Media 1. MAGAZINES ENGAGE AND INSPIRE THEIR READERS

A report from the Henley Centre shows that magazines play several diﬀerent roles in engaging readers: · As a trusted friend · As a bridge to interaction and participation in communities of interest · As a spur to inspiration · Guidance and life management Magazines open your mind a little bit more than other media, because you're thinking about the ideas—and if you ﬁnd an article really interesting, you'll ask yourself questions while reading it.

2. MAGAZINES ARE AN ACTIVELY CONSUMED MEDIUM THAT CAN CAPTURE THE MOOD OFF THEIR READERS READERS

There are two key aspects that contribute to how diﬀerent media channels work: · Control: the extent to which an audience can choose to pay attention to the advertising. · Mood: the mindset with which an audience approaches the media. Magazines are actively consumed by readers (unlike TV, which is usually more passively consumed) and are approached with an active and goal-seeking mindset. This means that readers engage with magazine advertising in a highly receptive way and with a less distracted frame of mind.

3. MAGAZINE ADVERTISING GETS CONSUMERS TO ACT

Two separate sources show that more than half of all readers (56%) act on magazine ads. In addition, action taking has increased and advertising recall—a measure of ad effectiveness—has grown. Actions taken based on readers' recall of specific ads is also strong, according to Affinity's VISTA Print Effectiveness Rating Service. Two separate sources show that more than 50% of readers recall magazine ads and nearly 60% of those consumers act on the ads. Research shows that magazine advertising is most likely to be used as a buying guide than any other media. Magazine advertising is, therefore, most useful in generating purchase consideration.

4. MAGAZINE ADVERTISING IS CONSIDERED VALUABLE CONTENT

Starcom found that when readers were asked to pull 10 pages that best demonstrate the essence of their favorite magazines, three out of 10 of the pages pulled were ads. Its ﬁndings reinforced the Northwestern University Magazine Reader Experience Study's results, in which advertising-related experiences increased magazine usage.

5. MAGAZINES SPUR WEB TRAFFIC AND SEARCH

BIGresearch findings show that magazines lead other media in influencing consumers to start a search for merchandise online, ranking at or near the top by gender as well as across all age groups. In addition, magazine ads boost web traffic, and magazine readers are more likely than nonreaders to buy online. Magazines excel in driving web search across various demographics and perform best overall at influencing consumers to start a search for merchandise online—ahead of online media and word of mouth. What's more, magazines are the only medium to fall within the top three media across all age groups and both genders.

6. MAGAZINES PLAY A KEY ROLE IN INCREASING PURCHASES

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ncreasingly, many individuals are choosing to live their lives with a greater focus on a more holistic and integrative view of health care in general. Evidence-Based Practice in Psychology (APA 2005) supports this exponentially growing major trend, which is currently impacting the profession of psychology. Psychology is the study of the mind and the ways it influences our actions. Psychology comes from the Greek word “psyche,” meaning “breath, spirit, soul.” The psyche is the center of thought, feeling and motivation, consciously and unconsciously reacting to its social and physical environment. Holistic psychologists—like Drs. Evelyne Raposo and Dhira DiBiase, of Holistic Psych Center, in Honolulu—view poor health, due to an unhealthy lifestyle, as directly correlated with emotional and cognitive difficulties, such as depression, anxiety and addictions. The term “holistic” dates back more than 2,500 years to the time of Hippocrates, the “Father of Medicine.” He believed it is insufficient to focus on only one aspect of a person; he viewed the person as a whole being made up of many parts working in concert with one another, and that the goal is to establish equilibrium. A holistic approach requires assessment of the interconnectedness of all parts: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Each part is vital to the quality of life, and thus an essential component in case conceptualization and therapy treatment planning. Holistic healing is a synergistic process, wherein individual parts integrate and cooperatively work together for the benefit of the whole. Synergism is the cooperation and unified action of the parts to achieve a result that alone the

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individual parts cannot. The synergistic effect of holistic psychotherapy demonstrates a deep unification of seemingly diverse methods and systems. Drs. Raposo and DiBiase, at Holistic Psych Center (HPC), focus on the integration of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) into psychological practice. Working closely with trained CAM practitioners, holistic psychology at HPC includes talk therapy and therapeutic techniques; dietary modifications, including supplements; improved sleep; focused breathing; yoga; meditation; mindfulness; massage; aromatherapy; acupuncture; music therapy; progressive muscle relaxation; and hypnosis. Drs. Raposo and DiBiase welcome you to a safe and earthy environment honoring diversity and Hawai’i’s multicultural population. They offer a solution-focused, strengthbased, positive psychology model, which empowers, builds resilience and increases motivation! Location: Aina Haina office. For more information, email Dr. Raposo@HolisticPsychCenter.com, call 808-373-2667 or text 808-425-2962. See ad, page 8.

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c-suites and executives from Samsung, Tiffany, BNP Pari“Anything is bas, World Wide Fund, and the government of Bhutan. possible if She has also worked with we set and local institutions, including Sacred Hearts Academy, condition Kumu Kahua Theatre, Spire our minds Accounting, and has been an adjunct professor at the East systematically” West Center, Shidler College of Business, University of Hawaii, Argosy University, and Leeward Community College. She publishes frequently in academic and lifestyle journals and is a known media and cultural icon in Asia, where she hosts her eponymous radio show, The Art of Lush with Loretta Chen. She is also the best-selling author of Woman on Top: The Art of Smashing Stereotypes and Breaking All the Rules and The Elim Chew Story: Driven by Purpose, Destined for Change. Her upcoming book on women leadership, Madonnas and Mavericks, will be published this month. But above all, Dr. Chen understands people and believes anything is possible if we set and condition our minds systematically. She is adept at creating and providing customized programs for individuals that need a breakthrough in communication, career, personal life or overall wellbeing. She offers a warm, supportive environment where anyone can safely explore issues that are holding them back from achieving their personal best. Sessions can be scheduled face to face or by remote, and her methods are interactive with the provision of constructive, direct feedback. Anyone suffering from chronic pain, codependency, coping inabilities, divorce, infidelity, emotional disturbance, empty nest syndrome, family conflicts or grief—or wanting help dealing with LGBTQIA issues; marital, premarital or peer relationships; self-esteem issues; spirituality; or teen or women’s issues—can find excellent coaching support to achieve their personal goals. Treatments include art and literary arts therapy, authentic leadership, cognitive behavioral therapy, creative expression, drama therapy, family and marital counseling, interpersonal skills, mindfulness practice, organizational development, philosophy, positive development, psychodynamic therapy, and team dynamics. Call to arrange an initial consultation. Location: 555 Hahaione St., Ste. 12C, Honolulu. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 808-9908300 or email Loretta@Loretta-Chen.com. For more information, visit DrLorettaChen.com or OurGreenTara.com. See ad, page 17.

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uantum Science Life was founded by Priscilla Akana-Robinson to increase awareness of the harmful effects of electromagnetism, which is often referred to as EMF or EMR. Priscilla had surgery in 2006 to remove a pituitary tumor. She experienced a hormonal imbalance with accompanying severe loss of energy and whole-body inflammation. To combat these maladies, she applied scalar energy healing in combination with other natural medicines and achieved a healthy state of being. This brought about a desire to share the effects of scalar energy with others suffering from exposure to EMF from cellphones and Wi-Fi. She has studied extensively and has become an expert in scalar energy, with a passion to help others obtain optimal health and wellness using scalar energy technology.

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When two identical frequencies coming from opposite directions meet, they create a stationary energy field. This static field is called scalar energy and was first recognized in the mid-1800s by Scottish mathematician James Clark Maxwell, and was later verified by Nicola Tesla at the end of the 19th century. This subtle energy can be harnessed to promote healing. The positive health benefits of scalar energy are being used across the globe to reduce inflammation and enhance the healthy function of the circulation, immune and endocrine systems. People are using it to increase energy, help protect DNA from damage and retard the aging process. It’s also being used to help increase focus and concentration. Quantum Science Life is a U.S.-based licensee of Japanese Quantum Science Products. The company’s products are created through comprehensive and exhaustive research and development by a collaborative team of world-class experts. Products offered by Quantum Science Life are designed to strengthen the body’s biofield to prevent electromagnetic waves from affecting one’s health. The Quantum Pendant, described in A Practical Guide to the Benefits of Scalar Energy, by Dr. John G. Florendo, is the fusion of 76 natural minerals. He explains that this molecular fusion of zero-point energy, or scalar energy, will remain in the pendant and regenerate and repair itself indefinitely. He further explains that the effect of scalar energy is cumulative and gets stronger with time. This same technology is applied to all scalar products offered by Quantum Science Life. For more information or to purchase a variety of Quantum Science Life products, call 360-813-3836, email Info@QuantumScienceLife.com or visit QuantumScienceLife.com. See ad, page 29.

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ictorious warriors against cancer are speaking to other patients about their journeys of recovery and healing. Two who regularly speak to physicians, as well, are Glenn Sabin, author of n of 1: One Man’s Harvarddocumented Remission of Incurable Cancer Using Only Natural Methods, and Kathy Mydlach-Bero, author of EAT: An Unconventional Decade in the Life of a Cancer Patient. Their stories

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Determined to become free of the chronic lymphocytic leukemia that had defined his life for 20 years, Sabin, who lives near Washington, D.C., appointed himself the subject of his own research experiment. He subsequently became

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Mydlach-Bero made her remarkable recovery from rare and unrelated aggressive Stage 4 inflammatory breast cancer and a high-grade tumor in her head and neck. To tell her story, the resident of Delafield, Wisconsin, relied on her 18 journals as a surrogate memory to chronicle a 10-year journey of courageous exploration, self-evolution, self-advocacy and self-transformation that connected her with her healing potential. Then the mother of two young daughters, Mydlach-Bero rejected a 21-month prognosis in 2005, along with the notion that disease and medicine would determine her fate. Defying the odds, she applied what she learned from research regarding Avastin, a pharmaceutical created to combat harmful growth of new blood cells, and the benefits of growing and eating foods containing angiogenesis-inhibiting compounds that oppose such growth and so work to prevent, improve and avert recurrences of chronic disease. “Cancer hijacks the angiogenesis process triggered by inflammation and keeps it permanently activated to ensure that cancerous cells receive a dedicated, uninterrupted blood supply,” explains Mydlach-Bero.

We’ve known for nearly 15 years that inflammation is the root cause of many chronic diseases. ~Andrew Weil

For three years, she largely consumed only items from the list of angiogenesis-inhibiting foods now posted at KathyMydlachBero.com/ food-research. These include green tea, strawberries, blackberries, red tart cherries, raspberries, blueberries, apples, grapefruit, lemons, tomatoes, cinnamon, purple potatoes, kale, grape seed oil and pomegranate. In 2008, she completely replaced both the drugs to combat the side effects of chemo and radiation and a long-term medication for preventing recurrence with healthful foods. Her physicians were admittedly uncomfortable with her decision to

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combine chemotherapy and radiation treatments with “food as medicine”, reiki, prayer, meditation, mindfulness and supplement intervention. But that didn’t deter her. To awaken others to the practicality of food as medicine, she founded NuGenesis Farm, in Pewaukee, a nonprofit modeled after her home practice.

Prevention is Paramount

Pioneering physicians and researchers agree with Sabin and Myldach-Bero that comprehensive prevention, the key to solving the cancer epidemic, is missing from conventional medicine. Leading voices include Dr. Andrew Weil, founder and director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine at the College of Medicine, University of Arizona (AzCIM), in Tucson; Dr. Carlos M. Garcia, founder of Utopia Wellness, near Tampa, Florida; advocate Susan Silberstein, Ph.D., founder of BeatCancer.org, in Richboro, Pennsylvania; and Ajay Goel, Ph.D., director of the Center for Epigenetics, Cancer Prevention and Cancer Genomics at Baylor University Medical Center’s Research Institute, in Dallas. Weil pioneered the earliest efforts to develop a comprehensive curriculum in evidence-based integrative medicine and the field of integrative oncology. “We’ve known for nearly 15 years that inflammation is the root cause of many chronic diseases. Since 2012 scientific evidence has proven that a healthy lifestyle and an anti-inflammatory diet can influence various cancers,” says Weil.

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His curriculum for health professionals and the general public was the first to cite the role of a nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory diet in cancer prevention and treatment. “Health professionals graduate armed with a better understanding of the complex interactions between cancer, gut microbiome and nutrition,” advises Weil, whose paradigm inspires his chain of True Food Kitchen restaurants. It includes lots of fruits and vegetables, moderate amounts of whole or cracked grains, al dente pasta, healthy fats and plant-based proteins from legumes, nuts and seafood as well as poultry and lean, antibiotic-free grass-fed meats, cheese and eggs. Plus, he likes white, green and oolong teas, fresh herbs and spices, up to two glasses of red wine a day (less for women; possibly none for those at high-risk for breast cancer), and dark chocolate for antioxidant polyphenols. Integrative Oncology, authored by Weil and Dr. Donald I. Abrams, an integrative oncologist, is mandatory reading for AzCIM students that learn to use complementary interventions in prevention and conventional cancer care. Subjects such as antioxidants, cannabinoids, energy medicine, mind-body medicine, music and expressive art therapies are covered, as well as naturopathic oncology, plus the roles that community and spirituality play in prevention and treatment. Goel’s 20-year career in cancer prevention research has produced a wealth of related articles. Among his findings, he advises, “Curcumin, a yellow compound extracted from turmeric, has become a gold standard for prevention and the

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natural treatment of many chronic health conditions, including colon cancer. It targets cancer stem cells, disrupts cancer cell communication, triggers cancer cell death and helps to prevent cancerous mutations to cells. It’s also been shown to improve the efficacy of conventional treatments including fewer adverse effects.” He recommends only taking turmeric products with BCM-95 percent active curcuminoids.

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Considering each individual’s biological individuality as a Petri dish, Garcia’s studies help achieve an anti-cancer life. He advises, “There is no ‘one size fits all’ medical protocol box for cancer treatment. Customized modifications to lifestyle and diet are required because food nutrients directly impact the mechanisms by which cancer cells grow and spread. The right nutrition can reverse a compromised immune system, which research shows is a major contributor to the development of cancer.” Whether for improvement or prevention, Garcia’s patient protocols always begin with a comprehensive evaluation appointment to learn about the individual he is treating. For cancer patients, his two-phase, eight-week program involves immune-enhancing therapies followed by immunotherapy aimed to de-cloak the camouflaged protein coating of wily cancer cells so the body’s immune system can identify and destroy them.

Mind/Body Detox

To maintain good health, Judy Seeger, a doctor of naturopathy near Fort Lauderdale, Florida, recommends a regular detoxification regimen to cleanse environmental and product toxins and toxic emotions. Through experience, she has learned that individuals living with cancer need to substantially support their abnormally functioning elimination system to rid it of dead proteins from destroyed cancer cells and chemotherapy drugs that are overtaxing the immune system. “Clearing out toxic, stressful emotions that produce acid, weaken the immune system and create an environment for cancer to propagate is essential,” says Seeger. “Fulfilling the body’s requirement for an ongoing healthy nutritional plan that maintains a healing alkaline environment reduces both the risk of a cancer as well as recurrence.” She has observed that when an individual’s healing process has stalled despite their doing all the right things to improve their biochemistry, it’s frequently because they haven’t done an emotional detox and lack feeling a spiritual connection to something larger than themselves. Silberstein categorizes cancer as epidemic. She speaks regularly regarding preventing cancer and its recurrence at medical and nursing schools, continuing oncology nursing education programs and universities. “What is needed more than new treatment research is public education regarding the true causes of cancer and continuing education credits in lifestyle training for medical professionals,” she says. Silberstein’s nonprofit organization provides online holistic cancer coach training for health professionals as well as

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research-based education and counseling on how to prevent, cope with and beat cancer through immune-boosting holistic approaches. The list of books authored by cancer survivors continues to grow, offering helpful insight into how individuals are negotiating the challenges of their healing journey. Two recent books, Surviving the Storm: A Workbook for Telling Your Cancer Story, by Psychotherapist Cheryl Krauter, and Cancer Survivorship Coping Tools: We’ll Get You Through This, by Barbara Tako, are particularly helpful regarding the onslaught of toxic feelings and emotions that stress the mind and body—fear, anger, isolation, anxiety, depression and uncertainty, as well as loss and grief. Emphasizing the need for individuals diagnosed with cancer to tell their stories, the authors encourage keeping a journal. The act of getting thoughts and experiences out of the mind and onto paper supports emotional cleansing. “It’s important to share the real story of the emotional storm that is cancer, as well as the ravages of its treatments and invisible, but lingering side effects; to tell the tale of the cancer survivor who is moving from patient to person; and to explore and discover who you are after having faced down your mortality,” Krauter counsels.

Dirty Little Secrets in the Ingredients List

e know that taking the time to cook from scratch using fresh and wholesome ingredients is a better way to prepare nutritious meals that can heal and sustain us. However, sometimes the effort is just too much after a busy day, so we grab something to eat off the shelf that comes in a jar, can or box. Still wanting to eat healthy, we check the list of ingredients and often find it’s more like a lesson in chemistry with a list of unpronounceable and unrecognizable items. Some of these ingredients are controversial, and some organizations claim that they can contribute to health issues, even cancer. So, it helps to know what the ingredients are and what the risks might be from consuming them. And this applies to not only the foods we eat but also to the various products we come in contact with, like lotions, cosmetics and cleaners. (Beware because some organizations claiming to offer information have vested interests.) Following is a list of organizations that evaluate the ingredients in products and point out unhealthy or toxic materials. ewg.org – The Environmental Working Group specializes in the research of toxic chemicals and corporate accountability. They have an app that rates food, cosmetic and sunscreen products. Famous for its annual Dirty Dozen list of foods that contain harmful chemicals, it also provides information on a variety of topics. NongmoProject.org – Provides information about genetically modified products. cspinet.org – The Center for Science in the Public Interest provides evaluations of chemical food additives. OrganicConsumers.org – Represents members and businesses in the natural and organic marketplace.

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Results of the Human Genome Project, as well as the work of Bruce Lipton, Ph.D., stem cell biologist and author of The Biology of Belief, and other epigenetic researchers support the point that “environmental signals” that directly affect our DNA expression include our thoughts, emotions, belief system, exposure to sunlight, exercise and everything we put into our body. Such new science shatters the idea that we are victims of our genes and environment. It shines light on the fact that we have tremendous power to shape and direct our own physical health. Our entire lifestyle is pivotal. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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hile hypnosis probably won’t cure cancer, it has been shown to be valuable in cancer treatment and may play a role in the body’s ability to prevent cancer. Whether a person chooses medical approaches or alternative treatments, hypnosis has been shown to improve treatment outcomes. Leading cancer treatment centers, such as MD Anderson and Mayo Clinic, are utilizing hypnotherapy to help patients with surgical recovery and the stress of a cancer diagnosis, as well as to reduce treatment side effects. Master Hypnotist Beverly Craddock, of Hawaii Hypnosis Center, in Honolulu, has worked with many cancer patients in Hawai’i. “The work we do begins with helping cancer clients address the stress they are experiencing,” Beverly says. “Whether that’s the stress of finding out that they have cancer or the stress of the treatments, we show them ways to slow everything down.” Beverly says that reducing stress is more than just a mental approach. “Reducing stress does some important things physiologically,” she explains. “Stress is carried in the muscles of

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the body—they tighten in response to stress. Tight muscles hold pain, and they also make it difficult for treatments to get to the right spots in the body.” A reduction in stress can equal peace of mind as well as more effective treatments. Some studies have even found that cancer patients that add hypnosis to their treatment program are likely to have fewer medical visits and less adverse reactions that require medical interventions. One British study even found that overall health costs were lower for patients that received hypnosis before and during treatment. The study authors concluded that the reduction in stress and anxiety gained through hypnotherapy resulted in better sleep, fewer side effects, and improved mental outlook, which resulted in shorter treatment durations and fewer medical expenses. Stress goes beyond just the muscles of the body. Stress is also reflected in people’s digestive system. When people are stressed, they are more likely to experience stomach and gut issues. By addressing the stress in the gut, patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments are often able NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

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to lessen side effects, such as nausea, vomiting and appetite loss. “Hypnosis is a powerful and effective way to calm the subconscious mind,” Beverly says. “A cancer diagnosis can create significant stress in the subconscious through reality and through imagined possibilities. By allowing a client to find a more peaceful mental state, they are more prepared to take an active role in managing their care and being invested in their battle.” It isn’t just cancer patients that can benefit from utilizing hypnosis to calm pretreatment stress. In a 2002 study published in the journal Anesthesia & Analgesia by the International Anesthesia Research Society, surgical patients of all kinds that underwent stress-reduction hypnosis prior to surgery were more likely to have positive outcomes than patients that received no hypnosis. The authors of the 2002 article reviewed more than 20 separate research studies and arrived at the conclusion that “hypnosis is an effective procedure for surgical patients of all kinds.” Beverly says many doctors in Hawai’i are now referring clients for hypnotherapy. While insurance companies have been slow to cover hypnosis services, Hawaii Hypnosis Center does provide discounts to patients that are referred by a physician. Treatment isn’t the only area where hypnosis can impact a person’s health. The National Institutes for Health published a comprehensive study in 2012 that concluded that hypnosis not only had powerful benefits for patients but also was a key modality in addressing some of the top known causes of cancer: smoking and obesity. The study concluded that smoking cessation and weight management were both more effective when addressed utilizing hypnosis. “The mind can be a powerful ally or a powerful enemy in human health,” Beverly concludes. “Whether you are facing a health issue or just trying to prevent them in the future, it is important to seek out things that can help you have a positive mental state.”

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new paradigm shift regarding autism spectrum disorder (ASD) centers on evolving beliefs about the possibilities for those living with autism, as well as the unimagined brilliance they possess and their need for supportive help. Everyone can benefit from the results of hands-on research and experience by parents and caregivers that are finding nontraditional ways to help special needs children deal with issues related to emotional and cognitive detachment and isolation. Momentum for this major shift in perspective is fueled by young adults that are telling their encouraging stories online and in books such as Carly Fleishman’s Carly’s Voice. Parents of the one in 45 children diagnosed with ASD know that their lifetime commitment requires extraordinary courage, perseverance, patience, determination, emotional strength, outside-the-box thinking and unconditional love. These parental characteristics are most cited by those that have mastered related developmental disorders, which they now regard as gifts, because they are thriving. Dr. Andrea Libutti, author of Awakened by Autism: Embracing Autism, Self, and Hope for a New World, offers her insights for understanding the multifaceted nature of autism and the need for a personalized plan for healing. Janice Vedrode, a special needs coach, consultant and child advocate in Saginaw,

Michigan, founded Spectrum Speaks and writes at JaniceVedrode.com/blog to inform parents about numerous issues regarding ASD. “Because I live in a town that didn’t have an existing support group for parents with ASD children, I took it upon myself to get the ball rolling and advise parents that they need to build a dream team—doctors, therapists, special needs teachers, spiritual community, friends and family—that will make sure their child succeeds and lives a happy and successful life,” says Vedrode. Wanting to help both their own two sons with developmental disabilities and others, Boaz and Minerva Santiago, residents of Pembroke Pines, Florida, became early trailblazers ushering in the self-employment movement for special needs individuals. Their Picasso Einstein online educational platform at SelfEmploy.org has launched the #JobCreators Bootcamp Training for parents and professionals and the #JobCreators Integration Program that collaborates with organizations, financial institutions and government agencies. “If you focus on pursuing a business for your child for the sake of their independence, you won’t get caught up in only the business and money aspects. Self-employment allows even greatly impaired individuals the maximum opportunity to experience independence, not just in

the present, but for the rest of their lives,” explains Boaz. He cites an example of a young boy with an avid interest in folding clothing. His parents learned how to create a meaningful job for him by creating a simple small laundry business from the family garage. Although at the beginning he was only asked to fold clothing (which he already expressed interest in), his father now accompanies him around the neighborhood to pass out business cards and promote his service. Being in business has helped him grow as a person. “Begin by assuming your child is competent and make it possible for them to follow their passion and create a future they can be proud of,” advises Boaz. Shining lights are leading the way. With her father’s help, Carly Fleishman, diagnosed at the age of 2 with nonverbal severe autism, wrote a book by striking one computer key at a time that described living in a mind and body afflicted with this condition. Still nonverbal, she hosts a YouTube radio show on which she interviews celebrities via a device that turns keystrokes into verbal language. Kerry Magro, with Autism Speaks, a research and advocacy organization, answered the question, “What Happens to Children with Autism When They Become Adults?” in his TEDx talk, one of his many media ventures. Chris Varney, an “I can” advocate for children’s rights, won rave reviews for his TEDx talk, “My Unstoppable Mother Proved the Experts Wrong.” Such powerful stories specifically relate how parents, grandparents and helpful friends forged networks that freed them and their afflicted children of the inhibiting stigma of autism and enabled them to realize their fullest potential. A bedrock philosophy in supporting ASD and other special needs children is to assume they are competent and learn to see them through God’s lens, rather than the lens of the world. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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he flip side of enjoying farm to table is taking the table to the farm. So-called “pop-up feasts” are booming at farms throughout the country during growing and harvest seasons. While the format varies, dinners are typically hosted on working

rural or urban farms, last about three hours and include aperitifs and a tour before the meal. Wine pairings or beer tastings and live music may be among the enticing activities offered. Gabriele Marewski, owner of Paradise Farms, near Miami, Florida,

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was a pioneering forerunner of the trend. For 10 years prior to retirement, she hosted more than 50 chefs, served thousands of guests an organic Dinner in Paradise and raised more than $50,000 for area charities. Periodic onsite dinners continue (ParadiseFarms.net). “Many chefs are active in farm-totable dinners on the West Coast. We also see participation among wineries, orchards, cheese makers and breweries,” says A.K. Crump, CEO of TasteTV, in San Francisco, which also supervises PopUpRestaurants.com. “People like to meet the meal maker and know more about the origin of what they eat.” “I started Dinner on the Farm nine years ago to create unique experiences that connect people to the places their food is grown and the people that grow them,” says Monica Walch, whose pop-up dinners are served picnic-style for friends and families that bring their own tableware. Her company’s Midwest events, usually offered on Minnesota and Wisconsin farms, always feature local chefs, food ingredients and breweries (DinnerOnTheFarm.com). “There’s nothing like being comfortably seated in the field where your food is growing and having the opportunity to enjoy it just hours after it’s been picked. Then, add in one-on-one conversations with your chef, brewer and farmer, as well as like-minded

Pizza on the Farm event at Dream Acres, served by a waiter on stilts, in Rogers, Minnesota.

community members,” observes Walch, who grew up on an organic dairy farm in Minnesota. Setting the bar for high-end, white tablecloth, adults-only communal events, Outstanding in the Field tours the country to offer a taste of fresh, local cuisine prepared by top regional chefs. They’re known for serving meals on long tables set up in fields on prairie ranches, in olive groves or fruit orchards, as well as at urban rooftop farms or near vegetable row crops. “Our mission is to get folks out to the farm and honor the people whose good work brings nourishment to the table,” says organization founder and chef/artist Jim Denevan. More than 90, five-hour events that include appetizers and a guided farm tour are being held all the way through November in more than a dozen states (see OutstandingInTheField.com). “Some of our most popular events feature farmers of the sea, and are set alongside the ocean or other bodies of water,” adds Lisa Supple, publicist for the company. “They feature local fisher people and oyster and abalone farmers.” “Epicurean San Diego offers popup farm dinner events at Dickinson Farm, in National City, California,” explains owner Stephanie Parker (EpicureanSanDiego.com). “We strive to completely source our produce from the farm.” The veteran-owned, certi-

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fied organic Dickinson Farm features heirloom fruits, vegetables and herbs grown on a large city lot. “We have focused on urban farms to inspire more people to grow their own food and to show that you don’t have to live on a

huge piece of property in the countryside,” Parker notes. Some pop-up feasts are managed directly by local farmers in partnership with lead chefs. Others serve as annual fundraising events, like The Foodshed Alliance’s Farm to Fork Dinner and Wine Tasting, now in its seventh year (Tinyurl.com/Foodshed-AllianceFarm2Fork). It’s held at the Alba Vineyard, in Milford, New Jersey, which practices renewable viticulture. “We already have eight chefs lined up to prepare an eight-course, locally sourced, wine-pairing dinner served among the vines,” explains Kendrya Close, executive director of the alliance. Expert winemakers select each course’s pairing. “We’re proud to be the hardworking roadies that set the stage for America’s rock star farmers,” says Denevan. John Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist, co-authors of ECOpreneuring and Farmstead Chef, operate the Inn Serendipity, in Browntown, WI.

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o many, hiking means long-distance treks through forests or backpacking remote terrain. “In reality, it’s more about getting out into green areas close to home,” says Wesley Trimble, of the American Hiking Society. “It’s about immersion in nature.” Day hiking can be easily tailored to personal preferences and interests. “Excellent apps and websites list and describe trails in your area or community. We have a database on our site that’s helpful,” says Trimble (AmericanHiking.org). He’s personally high on old rail lines that have been converted to wide, accessible paths (RailsToTrails.us).

A Trail for Everyone Whatever our location, age or fitness level, a hike can provide opportunities for calming solitude or connecting with people we care about. Individuals with disabilities can also get outdoors at accommodating trails such as those at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, in Delaware. There’s always something to be learned in identifying wildlife and plants. “Families can enjoy time walking outdoors together in ways impossible in other settings,” observes Verna Gates, founder of Fresh Air Family, a Birmingham, Alabama, outdoor activities educational foundation. “Nature aids in well-being in many ways.” She points to studies cited at

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NatureAndForestTherapy.org/the-science.html that reveal how trees emit enzymes into the air that help improve our emotional and physical health. “When I lost a child, the only place I found solace was in nature. Sitting in a patch of wildflowers truly brought me back to living,” recalls Gates.

Explorers’ Heaven Following a lovely trail, much like inspired cooking, is as intriguing and delightful as we wish it to be. From wildflower paths to wine country trails, the great outdoors invites exploration of woodlands, glens, forests, mountain valleys, coastal areas, bayous, deserts and other terrain. Experienced day-trippers recommend revisiting favorite trails in specific seasons. “I love being in the natural world, be it New Jersey, Florida or Alaska. Every trail offers surprises,” marvels distance hiker Craig Romano (CraigRomano.com). As the author of several day hike guidebooks, he’s seen firsthand how, “Every part of the country offers different perspectives and forms of beauty. The greatest biological diversity in our country is found in the Great Smoky Mountains, where the rhododendrons are breathtaking in spring.” The world’s largest mapped cave system is in Kentucky’s Mammoth Cave National Park. Hiking to observe other subterranean wonders in Indiana or Virginia’s Natural

Bridge Caverns is no less exhilarating than walking Alabama’s covered bridge trail or painter Georgia O’Keeffe’s Ghost Ranch country, in New Mexico. The Appalachian Trail, running between Maine and Georgia, attracts thousands of adventurous long-distance trekkers, but such trails also offer sections ideal for day hikes. Geomagnetic points in Arizona’s vortex region or America’s Stonehenge, in New Hampshire, afford unusual destinations. The wonders of California’s Sonoma County include Planet Walk, a scale model path that illustrates our solar system. The Crater of Diamonds State Park, in Arkansas, is the only place in the world where hikers can dig for diamonds and keep what they find, although quartz diamond sites (semiprecious stones less hard than diamonds) can be accessed at other U.S. locales. Coastal walks lead to discovering sea glass and shells. Arboretums in urban areas offer trails flush with local flora. Joining or starting a hiking club based on common interests is one way to go. “One of our guidebook series encourages outdoor enthusiasts to explore the natural world in their immediate backyards. This approach especially appeals to families, first-time trail users and athletes looking for a quick nature fix after work,” offers Helen Cherullo, publisher of Mountaineers Books (MountaineersBooks.org), a nonprofit committed to conservation and sustainable lifestyles. Wherever we venture, take nothing but pictures and leave nature untouched. Cherullo reminds us, “Connecting people to treasured natural landscapes leads to active engagement to preserve these places for future generations. The future of public lands—owned by every American citizen—is literally in our hands.” They deserve our vote. Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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or 40 years, Social Psychologist Ellen Langer has conducted pioneering research on the power of our minds to shape health and well-being. Langer’s work demonstrates that changing what we think and believe can transform not only our experiences, but also our bodies—a once-radical idea now common among neuroscientists. Her unconventional experiments often involve mind tricks: taking elders’ subjective thoughts back 20 years to reverse objective metrics of aging; fostering weight loss in a group of hotel maids by simply suggesting that their jobs qualify as exercise; and even changing blood sugar levels in diabetics by speeding up or slowing down perceived time during a video game session. Affectionately dubbed the “Mother of Mindfulness”, Langer was the first

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female professor to earn tenure in Harvard University’s psychology department. A prolific writer and scientist, she has authored more than 200 related articles and 11 books, including Mindfulness; The Power of Mindful Learning; On Becoming an Artist: Reinventing Yourself Through Mindful Creativity; and Counterclockwise: Mindful Health and the Power of Possibility. Langer lives, paints, works and observes the world from Cambridge, Massachusetts. Learn more at EllenLanger.com.

What is mindful learning, and how can we best practice it? All learning is mindful; the only way to learn is by noticing new things. When we stop observing and get into our heads, wondering if that answer was right or if we responded quickly

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enough, we exit learning mode and enter mindlessness, where no learning can really take place. Part of what makes travel exciting, for example, is that we are primed to experience new things and pay attention to them, but actually, newness surrounds us at all times, no matter where we are. What makes us mindless is the mistaken notion of already knowing, when everything is always changing.

What techniques, with or without meditation, can we adopt to change our mindset and mental habits to reduce stress and increase health and happiness? Most mindlessness occurs by default, rather than design. If we all realized that through mindfulness we could look better, feel better, be better received and do better things—all claims that are supported by scientific research—it wouldn’t be hard to choose. Meditation is essentially a tool to lead you to the simple act of intentional noticing, but many routes lead to that destination. One way to learn mindfully is to learn conditionally; to see the world as “it would seem that” and “could be”, which is very different than “it is.” If we recognized that evaluations occur in our heads rather than the external world, much of our stress would dissipate. Negativity and stress are typically a result of mindless ruminations about negative things we think are inevitable. If we simply ask ourselves why the dreaded event might not occur, we’d be less stressed. Next, if we ask ourselves how it may actu-

ally be a good thing if it does happen, again stress would diminish.

How do the mental constructs we attach to our experiences affect outcomes of health and well-being? Mental constructs are positions we consider as accepted certainties. When a physician makes a diagnosis, most people take it as a certainty and behave accordingly. Assuming that pain, decline or failure is inevitable can cause an individual to give up hope of complete recovery. But science only suggests probabilities, and if we understand this, we’ll go to work on a solution. We have a tremendous amount of control over our health that goes untapped. Placebos are today’s strongest medications demonstrating this fact. Initially, placebos were frowned upon by the pharmaceutical industry because a drug couldn’t be brought to market if a placebo was just as effective. When someone gives you a pill and you get better not because of the pill, but because of your beliefs about it, you realize that what stands in the way of healing is your own mindset.

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Comforting Companions A 7-year-old hound and canine-style Houdini named Gumby was adopted seven times, surrendered to the shelter eight times and thrice became a stray. An unprecedented 11 return trips to the Charleston Animal Society, in South Carolina, convinced the staff he prefers shelter life. Now his self-appointed job is comforting and helping new arrivals adjust to their temporary home. Dentist April Patterson owns Dr. Patty’s Dental Boutique and Spa, in Fort Lauderdale. After attending a local Humane Society fashion show, she returned to her office with Oliver, a four-pound Pomeranian mix of undetermined age. This cutie’s job is to steady nervous patients. “It wasn’t planned,” says Patterson. “Oliver will bark nonstop when left alone, but being one of the staff makes him happy. Meeting Oliver is part of our hiring process.” Dory, a yellow Labrador certified therapy dog, is approved by the San Diego district attorney’s office to offer aid in court when a victim or witness testifies in front of the defendant. “Dory was the first court support dog in California and the city’s first of five dog and handler teams,” says

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Mas, a water-loving Newfoundland, redefines “rescue dog”. The Scuola Italiana Cani Salvataggio, or Italian School of Rescue Dogs, is the largest national organization in Italy to train dogs and handlers for water rescue. Helicopters can often reach a swimmer in distress more quickly than a boat. The dog jumps out to circle the victim until they can Public Ambassadors grab her harness before swimming to shore Deemed “too large to sell,” Bert, a chocolate or a human partner. Mas, the first certified Pomeranian, wound up in an Oklahoma water rescue operative recognized by Italy, shelter. Kathy Grayson, owner of The Hole, a France and Switzerland port authorities and New York City art gallery, saw his photo on coast guards, went on to train her successors. Petfinder.com and fell in love. She immeBloodhounds are renowned for their Dory, the first court support diately traveled to adopt him. Bert, whom super sniffers. Lou, a nine-year K9 veteran, dog in California. she characterizes as quiet, refined and on Pennsylvania’s West York Borough Police perfectly suited to the art world, loves beDepartment force, ultimately applied for ing at the gallery and has attended art fairs in major U.S. cities. retirement, passing the harness to Prince, a 3-month-old Follow Bert’s adventures via Instagram.com/bertiebertthepom. bloodhound. Prince was sworn in by District Judge Jennifer “Edie, a boxer mix puppy, started training as an asJ.P. Clancy in her Spring Garden Township courtroom. The sistance dog, but her personality proved better suited to the ceremony emphasizes a K9’s status in the community and hospitality industry,” says Julie Abramovic Kunes, public within law enforcement. Paired with Officer Scott Musselrelations manager for the Fairmont Hotel, in Berkeley, man for eight months of training, the duo will work with the California. Kunes’ Edie was hired by the Fairmont Pittsburgh Missing Child Task Force. Hotel in 2011, before making the career move west with her in 2017. A former shelter dog, Edie greets visitors as a Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at community ambassador. StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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The Benefits of Hemp Oil – Health and Wealth Presentation – 12:30-2pm. Join licensed Acupuncturists/Holistic Therapists Soraya Faris Applegate and Sandy Chang to learn how hemp oil can have such wonderful impacts on your health. Soraya and Sandy will also be sharing about the most effective hemp oil—Prime My Body Nano-Enhanced Hemp Oil—and an amazing business opportunity. Free. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health, 931 University Ave, Ste 207, Honolulu. For more information, contact Soraya at 808-721-3083 or Soraya.PrimeMyBody.com. See ad, page 6.

Talking to Stones Workshop – 2-6pm. Kahu Pohakuola, Stone Whisperer, will facilitate this class, which begins with learning how to listen to the messages of your crystal/stone—the stone selected through spiritual guidance. The class will end with a sunset ceremony blessing of you with your crystal/stone from class. Small group, so reserve early. $65 ($35 for repeat attendees). Waianae (address provided upon paid registration). For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-551-0900 (or text) or visit TalkingToStones.com. See news brief, page 7, and ad, page 11.

Waimea Valley Moon Walk – 8-10pm. Enjoy a walk through the Waimea Valley under the moonlight. Walks start between 8 and 9pm and must end by 10pm. Arrive early and enjoy a buffet dinner at the Proud Peacock with Moon Walk admission included. $10 walk only or $29.95 with dinner. 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleʻiwa. For dinner reservations, call 808-638-5864. For more information, visit WaimeaValley.net. See ad, page 31.

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 6 Arts of Forgiveness Festival – 2-5pm. Bring your creativity to the Central Union Church for music, dance, drama, creative writing and visual arts. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health will be providing Forgiveness Massages. Join us and let go of the past. 1660 S Beretania St, Honolulu. For more information, visit HawaiiForgivenessProject.org. See ad, page 29.

FRIDAYS AUGUST 11 AND 18 Transformational Self-Hypnosis – 5:30-7pm. Want to have GPS in your life? Learn self-hypnosis and be transformed. Seating is limited; must RSVP. $125, includes workbook. Hawaii Hypnosis Center, 765 Amana St, Ste 503, Honolulu. To RSVP, call 808-221-7353 or email HawaiiHypnosisCenter@ gmail.com. See article, page 22, and ad, page 18.

Kahuku Monthly Beach Cleanup – 9am-1pm. Kahuku Golf Course Beach Park is in dire need of help from being overrun with trash and microplastics. Please join us if you’re able to help. The parking lot is small, so please do your best to carpool! Also, please arrive promptly by 9am for safety briefing and walk out to the beach. For more information, email Joy Sarsale Ibarra at gjSarsale@gmail.com. If you haven’t already, please fill out an insurance waiver form before attending this event at 808cleanups.org/volunteer-info-form. Big Island Blues Festival – 2pm. Come to the historic Hale Halawai state park in beautiful Kailua Kona to unplug from the daily stresses of life and enjoy yourself with some great live music. Come for the food and stay for the music. This family-friendly event will have something for everyone to enjoy—from great original blues music to unique vendors to delicious BBQ food and more. $20. 75-5760 Ali’i Dr, Kailua Kona. For more information, call 360-566-5039 or email OffTheGridPro@gmail.com. Divining/Dowsing Workshop – 2-6pm. Join Angela Pohakuola, Stone Whisperer, for this dowsing workshop where quantum physics meets with mysticism. Dowsing is asking questions and

getting answers based on movement of a dowsing pendulum. It can be used for a variety of tasks, such as searching for water and minerals, locating things that are lost, checking health issues, and sending subtle vibrations over distance. It is becoming a technique of choice for alternative health practitioners. Includes all materials to learn how to create a customized pendulum. Prerequisite: Must have attended a previous Talking to Stones workshop. $99. Waianae (address provided upon paid registration). For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-551-0900 (or text) or visit TalkingToStones.com. See news brief, page 7, and ad, page 11. Pranic Healing – 2-4pm. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health invites you, your friends and loved ones to experience pranic healing. Learn how to use prana/life force to accelerate your body’s ability to heal itself. You will also have the opportunity to experience intense peace, stillness and bliss through the Meditation on Twin Hearts. Donations accepted. 931 University Ave, Ste 207 and 208, Honolulu. For more information, contact Camille Lee at Camille@PranicHealing. com or visit PranicHealing.com. See ad, page 29.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26 Wine and Cheese on the Lanai – 2-4pm. Join Hana Hō’ola for a manifesting workshop designed through partnering with God a way to achieve your goals in life through intention. Wehilani La’a Muller has created a meeting place for people to get together in a fun, inspiring and nurturing environment to get in touch with the universal life-force energy. Relax and enjoy wine and cheese on the lanai while learning how to manifest. $55. Seating is limited, call to reserve your spot. Manoa Valley location (address provided upon registration). For more information, call 808-450-8813 or visit HanaHoola.com. Additional workshop dates available upon request with minimum of 4 participants. See news brief, page 7, and ad, page 21. Summer Concert Series – 3-6:30pm. Come to Waimea Valley for the summer concert series on the main lawn. August’s concert features Ekolu, Hapa, Daren Benitez, Keauhou and Halau Hi’iakainamakalehua. $15/10 online or $18/15 at the gate. 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. For more information, call 808-638-7766 or visit WaimeaValley.net. See ad, page 31. Summertime Hotness with Girlfriends! – 6-9pm. The heat is on, but don’t fret—feel beautiful wherever you go, and glow inside and out with nourishing foods for the body and soul. Let’s talk about food to heal topically, internally and spiritually. With food and herbalism demos, you’ll learn how to shine within and pour it out. Join us at Girlfriends! to empower women and strengthen sisterhood. $75. Surfjack Hotel, 412 Lewers St, Honolulu. Reservations are required. This event is expected to sell out. To reserve your seat, visit BrandiKianaJo.com/girlfriends. For more information, call Brandi at 808-393-5527. See ad, page 25.

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ongoingevents sunday Celebration Service at One Spirit – Center for Spiritual Living – 10:30am-1pm. Explore life and the best way we can live ours. First 30 minutes of the service is meditation. Donation. Nu’uanu Valley Park, 2925 Pali Hwy, Honolulu. For more information, call Sue Crane at 808- 725-8388 or visit OneSpirit.com. Kundalini Gong Bliss Class – 10-11:15am. Join Soraya Faris Applegate, of Soulistic Holistics Hawaii, every Sunday for Kundalini Gong Bliss. Experience this dynamic form of yoga to awaken awareness and stimulate energy flow. Breath, movement, meditation and focus help energize and support the body. Appropriate for all abilities. This class will also be taught with the gong and end with a gong relaxation. $18 (drop-in single class, packages available). Open Space Yoga, Diamond Head Studio, 3106 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu. For more information or to register, visit YogaOpenSpace.com. See ad, page 6. Angel Card Readings – 1-4pm. Hana Hō’ola is offering Past, Present, Future card readings by Wehilani. Call to schedule your 30-minute session. Come see what the angles have to say. Available August 6 and 27. $50. Manoa Valley location (address provided when scheduling). For more information or to schedule a session, call 808-4508813 or visit HanaHoola.com. See news brief, page 7, and ad, page 21.

monday Meet Nita for Coffee – Noon-4pm. Join Nita for coffee and get your questions answered. She does Angel/Fairy card readings and is a Life Guidance consultant. Donations appreciated. Crystal Cave & Kyanite Lounge, 3424 Waialae Ave, Honolulu. For more information, call Nita at 808-741-0811. See ad, page 24.

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 29. 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 from potential nails, broken glass, and kiawe thorns. Meet in the Kaʻiwi parking lot by 4pm (past Sandy Beach, before Makapu’u

Lighthouse). If you come after 4, start your walk out along the beach and look for us in orange 808 shirts and for orange buckets. For more information, call Michael Loftin at 808-892-3464. If you haven’t already, please fill out an insurance waiver form before attending this event at 808Cleanups. org/volunteer-info-form. Vegetarian Cooking Class – 4:30-5:30pm, first Tues of the month. Learn how to prepare easy and delicious vegetarian meals. Down to Earth, 201 Hamakua Dr, Kailua. 808-262-3838. Down ToEarth.org/events.

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 31. 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 24.

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 29.

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 29. 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 socializing 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 29.

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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 24. 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. Screen on the Green – 7:30pm. Waimea Valley invites the community to gather after the Haleʻiwa Farmers’ Market for movies on the main lawn. Enjoy an outdoor film with chairs and snacks. Free. 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleʻiwa. For more information, call 808-638-7766 or visit WaimeaValley.net. See ad, page 31.

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saturday 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 news brief, page 6, and ad, page 11.

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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 29. 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 24. 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. Doctor Health – Radio’s Original Health News Magazine, KHNR AM 690 – 9-11am live (9-11pm re-broadcast). Join host David Snow to hear the latest on medicine, fitness, nutrition and wellness from national medical experts, best-selling authors and Hollywood health celebrities; plus hear from local guest experts on ways to keep healthy! For more information, call 808-875-1115 or visit DoctorHealthRadio.com. See ad, page 15.

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Dr. Allison Gandre is a licensed Naturopathic Physician who received her doctorate from Bastyr University, an internationally renowned integrative naturopathic medical school in Seattle, Washington. She has two locations on Oahu where she treats patients who have a wide range of conditions ranging from allergies and immune dysfunction to hormone imbalance and digestive disorders. Dr. Allison offers complementary cancer care, including high-dose vitamin C IVs according to University of Kansas Hospital protocol. See ad, page 7.

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BRAIN DIAGNOSIS & HEALING HONOLULU NEUROSCIENCE CLINIC Michael B. Russo, MD Honolulu - 250 Ward Ave, Ste 170 Hilo - 1335 Kalanianaole Ave Kailua-Kona - West Hawaii Community Health Center 74-5214 Keanalehu Dr 808-294-3332 Admin@HawaiiPacificDeeg.com HawaiiSleepNeurologist.com

Dr. Michael Russo is a graduate of Princeton University and Chicago Medical School, with a prestigious military career. He is a neurologist who uses the most sophisticated and technologically advanced neurodiagnostic equipment available to determine a correct diagnosis. He then supports the body’s own ability to heal. He helps people that suffer from a wide range of brain ailments, including traumatic brain injury and concussions, military PTSD, memory problems, dementia, headaches, seizures, ADHD and sleep disorders. Natural medications, herbal supplements and the power of vitamins are administered where appropriate. Adjunctive pharmaceuticals will only be used when called for. See ads, pages 26 and 30.

Hawaii Natural Healing Center Honolulu Office – 1141 Koko Head, Ste 201 808-421-7753 HINaturalHealing.com

CHANNELING CHANNELING WITH GRANT & LING

Crystal Cave & Kyanite Lounge 3424 Waialae Ave (Between 8th & 9th) Honolulu Grant: 808-383-3832 Ling: 808-392-8857 Facebook/Crystal Cave & Kyanite Lounge Join Grant Ito and Ling in a group setting. On Mondays, from 3-6pm; Tu e s d a y s , f r o m 1 - 5 p m ; Wednesdays, from 1-5pm; and Saturdays at 2pm, Ling offers messages from loved ones that have passed. On Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm, Grant provides answers and profound messages from a trance. $15 per person. Also available for private readings. Call for additional information. See ad, page 24.

COACHING SERVICES HOLISTIC HEALTH COACHING SERVICES

CLEANING PRODUCTS JEANI’S GREENMAXPRO

PO Box 8811, Honolulu, HI 96830 808-639-1845 (text only) greenmaxpro@gmail.com GreenMaxPro.com We are bombarded by chemicals that wreak havoc on our lives. Jeani learned that the hard way, facing near death from the toxins she was exposed to. Through prayer, Jeani was given the formula for GreenMaxPro. This amazing organic cleaner will replace all the cleaners you currently have. It can be purchased online, by email or by contacting Jeani for locations and events Island Wide and Mainland. See news brief, page 6, and ad, page 25.

DENTISTRY HAWAII CENTER FOR COSMETIC & LASER DENTISTRY 1520 Liliha St, Ste 703, Honolulu 808-526-0670 • SmilePower.net

Dr. Dennis Nagata specializes in the safe removal of silver amalgam fillings using specialized technology and equipment to ensure the best result for your overall health. Call for more info or to schedule a complimentary consultation. See ad, page 3.

DIVINE PURPOSE COACHING SPIRITUAL SOLUTIONS 808-840-9135 YoshieMiakoda.com

Ready to get crystal clear, wake up to your calling, make a bigger impact doing what you love and live out your life’s purpose? Spiritual Solutions’ owner Yoshie Miakoda Chihara, an awardholding medium and certified high-performance coach, will guide you to trust your spiritual guidance, step into your calling, and live a spirit-inspired, purposeful life. Wake up to your calling and release confusion forever. See ad, page 14.

EDUCATION

808-393-5527 BrandiKianajo.com

Brandi provides holistic health coaching on diet and nutrition, relationships and communication, and career and spirituality. Her methods include intuitive counseling, guided meditation, writing exercises and art therapy. Her coaching is individually tailored to achieve results. Call for a consultation or sign up online. See ad, page 25.

QUANTUM INSTITUTE INTERNATIONAL FOR HOLISTIC HEALTH 2636 Pamoa Rd, Honolulu 808-626-5087 QuantumInstituteIntl.org

The Quantum School of Holistic Health offers a robust series of classes designed to teach students a full-range of holistic healing information, tools and skills. See ad, page 29.

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EMF PROTECTION QUANTUM SCIENCE LIFE

360-813-3836 Priscilla@QuantumScienceLife.com QuantumScienceLife.com Quantum Science Life provides a full array of products to nullify the electromagnetic radiation and frequencies that bombard each of us every day. Visit them online to learn more and to order revolutionary products to protect you and your family. See community spotlight, page 17, and ad, page 29.

ENERGY HEALING AND WORKSHOPS HANA HŌʻOLA Wehilani Laʻa Muller

808-450-8813 HanaHoola@gmail.com HanaHoola.com

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. See news brief, page 7, and ad, page 21.

FINANCIAL EDUCATION HEART MIND LIVING

Kat Mierswa, MA 808-375-3605 Kat@HeartMindLiving.com HeartMindLiving.com Kat Mierswa is a life-long seeker of abundance, wealth, personal growth and spirituality. In addition to working on the senior level for 25 years in business banking, and working as a financial adviser (registered investment adviser), she is currently a profitable stock, options and futures trader. She coaches others to create wealth without getting in their way. “Wealth is not what ‘they’ say it is—it’s what your dreams say it is and how you act upon them that creates your wealth,” says Kat. Most of her clients have big money blocks and huge money leaks, so she provides proven, simple and highly effective tools to create their wealth. Email Kat for monthly newsletter and get this month’s special! See ad, page 20.

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FINANCIAL PLANNING TANIA HOROWITZ FUKUDA

New York Life Insurance Company 841 Bishop St, Ste 1900, Honolulu 808-529-6386 Cell: 808-388-6103 TFukuda@ft.NewYorkLife.com Tania is a Financial Services Professional with New York Life Insurance Company and NYLIFE Securities LLC (Member FINRA/ SIPC). She has a passion for holistic living and helping you incorporate holistic strategies into your financial plan. She speaks English, French and Japanese. Contact her anytime to discuss planning for your future. See news brief, page 8, and ad, page 11.

HOME EFFICIENCY & MAINTENANCE PONO HOME

844-GO-PONO-1 (844-467-6661) PonoHome.com Info@PonoHome.com Pono Home provides comprehensive home diagnosis and remediation services to improve energy efficiency and save money. Contact them today for a free estimate and get started on your path to healthier and greener living. See news brief, page 9, and ad, page 21.

HYPNOTHERAPY HAWAII HYPNOSIS CENTER

HEALTHY, HAPPY, HOLISTIC HEALTH CARE SOULISTIC HOLISTICS HAWAII

45-696 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe 808-721-3083 SoulisticHolisticsHawaii.com Soraya@SoulisticHolisticsHawaii.com Soraya Faris Applegate, licensed acupuncturist and owner of Soulistic Holistics Hawaii, offers a wide range of holistic therapies, including Oriental Medicine and Quantum Biofeedback Therapy. Her treatments focus on the prevention of illness, treating acute and chronic health challenges, and promoting longevity and vitality. Soraya gives each patient personal one-to-one care and is committed to empowering you to reach your health and happiness goals. Call for a consultation. See ad, page 6.

HOLISTIC PSYCHOLOGY HOLISTIC PSYCH CENTER

Drs. Evelyne Raposo and Dhira DiBiase 569 Hao St, Honolulu 808-373-2667 HolisticPsychologists808@gmail.com Holistic Psychology, as practiced by Dr. Evelyne Raposo, Psy.D., and Dr. Dhira DiBiase, Psy.D., integrates evidence-based treatment and alternative therapy modalities to help transform one’s desired life. At Holistic Psych Center, along with talk therapies, they practice “Acu-Psy”—an integration of hypnosis and guided meditation co-facilitated with an Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist—for deeper healing of depression, anxiety and trauma. They are committed to supporting you with empowerment tools, nonjudgmental energy, radical acknowledgement and acceptance, and practical and realistic solutions. They Love their Mission! See therapy brief, page 14, and ad, page 8.

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765 Amana St, Ste 503 808-221-7353 HawaiiHypnosisCenter.com

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 22, and ad, page 18.

INSPIRATION BEING LOCAL IN HAWAIʻI 808-852-1892

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, and the Okinawan Cultural Center as well as online at Book Baby.com. See news brief, page 6, and ad, page 11.

LIFE COACH CREATING YOUR CALLING Lani Kwon, MA Honolulu 808-594-7950 CreatingYOURCalling.com Lani@coPOWERment.com

Lani Kwon is a Newfield Network Graduate Life Coach, published author and professional keynote speaker. She can help bring clarity to your life goals and provide step-by-step guidance on fulfilling your dreams. See ad, page 29.

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Dr. Loretta Chen 555 Hahaione St, Ste 12C, Honolulu 808-990-8300 Loretta@Loretta-Chen.com OurGreenTara.com Dr. Loretta Chen has helped thousands of people achieve their therapeutic, personal development, career and leadership goals. She understands people and believes anything is possible if we set and condition our minds systematically. She is adept at creating and providing customized programs for individuals that need a breakthrough in communication, career, personal life or overall well-being. See community spotlight, page 16, and ad, page 17.

MEDICAL DOCTOR & PROLOTHERAPY HAWAII CENTER FOR REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

Dr. Liza Maniquis-Smigel, MD, LLC Hilo: 136A Ululani St Honolulu: 928 Nuuanu Ave, Ste 210 808-933-3444 ProloHawaii.com Dr. Liza Maniquis-Smigel specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, also known as Physiatry. She practices patientcentered medicine that focuses on illness from the patient’s perspective to help him/her improve his/her quality of life. She will find relief of your chronic pain through nonsurgical approaches while restoring health and function. She has a special interest in Platelet Rich Plasma, Stem Cell and Perineural Injection Therapies—natural regenerative processes that jumpstart your body to heal naturally. Dr. Maniquis-Smigel is an expert in diagnosing neurological conditions with nerve conduction velocity studies and electromyelogram and MSK and nerve Ultrasound Diagnostics. See therapy brief, page 15, and ad, page 27.

NATURAL FOODS ABUNDANT LIFE NATURAL FOODS 292 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo 808-935-7411 Info@AbundantLifeNaturalfoods.com AbundantLifeNaturalFoods.com

Abundant Life Natural Foods, in the heart of Hilo, offers a wide selection of the highestquality natural and organic foods, dietary supplements, natural herbs, and homeopathic remedies.Their kitchen features fresh selections daily. Pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi while you are there.

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Parker Ranch Center 67-1185 Mamalahoa Hwy, Ste F-37 Kamuela 808-885-6775 KonaNaturalFoods.net Healthways II provides the Waimea community with the finest-quality fresh, natural and organic whole foods, nutritional supplements, body care products, and health information. They offer sandwiches, salads and smoothies as well as specials. Ask about kamaʻaina and senior discounts. Pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi while you are there.

ISLAND NATURALS

Hilo - 1221 Kilauea Ave 808-935-5533 InHilo@IslandNaturals.com Kailua-Kona - 74-5487 Kaiwi St 808-326-1122 InKona@IslandNaturals.com Pahoa - 15-1870 Akeakamai Loop 808-965-8322 InPahoa@IslandNaturals.com

KUSHNER WELLNESS

Dr. Rachel Kushner, ND 250 Ward Ave, Ste 170, Honolulu 563 Farrington Hwy, Unit 202, Kapolei 808-445-8121 DrRachelKushner.com Dr. Rachel Kushner is a licensed naturopathic physician and member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Dr. Kushner focuses on treating the underlying cause of disease instead of simply treating symptoms. She combines the latest medical information along with natural therapeutics to provide individualized treatment plans for the whole family. Dr. Kushner sees a wide range of conditions and has specialties in chronic fatigue, gastrointestinal issues, autoimmune diseases, allergies, women’s health, pediatrics and ADHD. See ad, page 12.

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 ad, page 17.

Island Naturals offers an extensive selection of local and organic foods. Their natural, whole organic foods, deli and grocery items cover everything on your shopping list, whether you’re just getting lunch or stocking your pantry.

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PAIN RELIEF AND PREVENTION MIKE QUIRK, DO

Century Center – 1750 Kalakaua Ave Ste. 405, Honolulu 808-468-2461 FeelGoodOahu.com Dr. Mike Quirk, DO, is a family practitioner that specializes in treating pain and other medical conditions. His approach is complementary and holistic, and his work supports mainstream treatments. The focus of his treatment plans includes Osteopathic manipulation, nutrition, herbs and exercise. He specializes in resolving longterm conditions and pain; he has especially good results with back, pelvic, bone and joint pain issues. See ad, page 15.

PAIN RELIEF – PROLOTHERAPY DR. ALLISON GANDRE, ND

Hawaii Natural Healing Center Honolulu Office – 1141 Koko Head, Ste 201 808-421-7753 HINaturalHealing.com Dr. Allison Gandre is a licensed Naturopathic Physician who received her doctorate from Bastyr University, an internationally renowned integrative naturopathic medical school in Seattle, Washington. She has two locations on Oahu where she treats patients that have a wide range of conditions ranging from allergies and immune system dysfunctions to hormonal imbalances and digestive disorders. She has a special emphasis in resolving pain conditions using neural prolotherapy and nutritional protocols. See ad, page 7.

RELATIONSHIP COACHING HAWAII RELATIONSHIP COACHING 765 Amana St, Ste 503, Honolulu 808-202-7727 HawaiiRelationshipCoach@gmail.com HawaiiRelationshipCoach.com

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 22, and ad, page 18.

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SHOPPING CENTER MCCULLY SHOPPING CENTER 1960 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu 808-955-7377 McCullySC.com Conveniently located in the McCully-Moiliili neighborhood between Pumehana and McCully streets, this shopping center has what you are looking for. Pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawai ʻ i in the center ’s handy outdoor rack.

SLEEP MEDICINE DENTAL SLEEP MEDICINE HAWAII 1520 Liliha St, Ste 703, Honolulu 808-526-0670 DentalSleepMedicineHawaii.com

Dr. Dennis Nagata has extensive training in treating sleep breathing disorders such as sleep apnea. He uses noninvasive treatments such as laser therapy and custom-fitted dental appliances that have proven to be effective in treating chronic snoring and sleep apnea symptoms. Contact Dr. Nagata’s office for a complimentary consultation. See ad, page 2.

HONOLULU NEUROSCIENCE CLINIC Michael B. Russo, MD Honolulu - 250 Ward Ave, Ste 170 Hilo - 1335 Kalanianaole Ave Kailua-Kona - West Hawaii Community Health Center 74-5214 Keanalehu Dr 808-294-3332 Admin@HawaiiPacificDeeg.com HawaiiSleepNeurologist.com

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 26 and 30.

SPIRIT COMMUNICATION SPIRITUAL SOLUTIONS HAWAIʻI PSYCHIC MEDIUM 808-840-9135 YoshieMiakoda.com

Yoshie Miakoda, an awardholding, tested and certified medium, helps people find joy and transform their lives through hypnosis, evidential mediumship and spiritual healing. Experience the spiritual journey to renewed happiness. See ad, page 14.

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SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE TALKING TO STONES

808-551-0900 TalkingToStones@aol.com TalkingToStones.com Join Kahu Angela Pohakuola for a reading to clarify thoughts or achieve enlightenment on the way to making a decision. Angela’s session will take the journey to a new and heightened level. If you are called to listen, contact Angela for a reading. Workshops and guided sacred experiences are also available. See news brief, page 7, and ad, page 11.

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS THE VITAMIN SHOPPE VitaminShoppe.com

There are four convenient, well-stocked locations of the Vitamin Shoppe on Oahu. Stop in and talk with them about what you’re looking for; they will be very helpful. While you’re there, pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi.

1555 Kapiolani Blvd, Bldg 1509, Honolulu 808-949-5424 4480 Kapolei Pkwy, Unit 601, Kapolei 808-674-9629 98-199 Kamehameha Hwy, Aiea 808-487-6180 46-047 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe 808-235-8705

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WAIMEA VALLEY

59-864 Kamehameha Hwy Haleʻiwa 808-638-7766 volunteers@waimeavalley.net WaimeaValley.net The Waimea Valley is a committed and active partner in the conservation and management of natural resources and provides a sanctuary of human, cultural and natural resources. In addition to being a destination for family outings amid the beautiful North Shore valley, Waimea Valley offers a multitude of volunteer opportunities and cultural events. See ad, page 31.

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