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ow, 2015 is off to a fabulous start. Our adventure of introducing Natural Awakenings to Hawaii is in full swing and we are continually fueled by everyone’s excitement for making the natural health and sustainable living movement a strong reality in our state. The conventional medical paradigm is shifting and more people are connecting with a wider network of healthcare professionals offering gentle, effective therapies. Experiencing people from all generations working together to help each other overcome hurdles to optimal personal and planetary health is a thing of beauty. Everywhere we turn, obstacles are pointing to lessons learned and effectively applied as we awake to view life through a positive prism. It not only changes our perspective, it creates a new reality for us all. Seeing the blessings sometimes hidden in the day-to-day can sometimes be a challenge, but when the light of positive thinking makes them visible, our days are all the more glorious. Opening up our thinking to good possibilities and opportunities in all things generates a momentum that releases limitations and sets us free to explore them. This month’s theme of Enlightened Relationships is a perfect place to put positive thoughts to work. Rather than habitually suspecting others of hurtful intentions, which inevitably colors our world with negative energy, looking through the lens of grace gives our partner, friend or coworker the benefit of belief that they are doing their best with the best of intentions. It turns the energy around for all. We’ve found that it always helps to consider an alternate point-of-view: He isn’t slurping his soup to annoy; he is enjoying that bowl of concentrated nutrition to the max. She didn’t leave the top off the toothpaste on purpose; she just got caught up in happy expectations for the morning and this mundane detail slipped her mind. Although we might find a good moment to gently and kindly request a change in something that bugs us, the greater solution is to own our responsibility to move on and find a way through to inner peace, whatever the external circumstances. As the year unfolds, let’s all invest in building and strengthening positive energy in our lives. Limitless potential lies ahead, and as we approach each moment with an optimistic heart, we can individually and collectively build the best year yet. In gratitude for you,

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newsbriefs Turtlebay Resort Hosts the Oahu Wanderlust Festival

urtlebay Resort, in Oahu, will host the Oahu Wanderlust Festival from February 26 to March 1. This mind, body, soul and sea adventure brings yoga and food together with wine and music to create a celebration that includes hiking, camping, workshops, meditation, water sports, outdoor expeditions, music and teacher training. Held at different locations throughout the world, all Wanderlust festivals share a core mission of creating community around mindful living following six core principles: practice yoga, eat well, be green, be purpose driven, create awareness and showcase art. The daytime centerpiece of the Oahu festival features a free outdoor Kuilima Market that will showcase a selection of local craft vendors and artisanal foods. This unique event spans from early morning meditation to all night musical performances. It allows like-minded people from all over the world to come together to celebrate and discuss issues ranging from disease to the environment and politics.

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eoffrey Sato is opening DreamFloat Hawaii, the area’s first floatation experience, in downtown Honolulu this March. To help raise funds, Sato launched an Islandfunder campaign that will run through the end of this month. The campaign provides donors the opportunity to win free floats and lifetime discounts, as well as massage, yoga classes and unlimited fitness memberships from local businesses. While floating, stress hormones such as adrenaline and adrenocorticotropic are lowered and the body begins pumping endorphins, causing a state of relaxation and bliss. This creates a state of hyper-relaxation that can trigger a natural healing response called parasympathetic healing. Sato describes the experience as “a way to eliminate stress while training the body to be happy and feel good.” To donate to the Islandfunder campaign, visit IslandFunder. com. For more information, call 808-386-5997, email DreamFloatHI@gmail.com or visit DreamFloatHI.com.

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Date Change for International Health & Wellness Conference

he International Health & Wellness Conference that was originally scheduled for March 11 to 17 has been postponed. It will take place from September 20 to 24 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village, on Oahu, and September 25 to 26, on the Big Island. The conference features respected doctors, nurses, nutritionists, dieticians, chefs and other health and wellness professionals bringing the best information and resources available to promote individual and collective wellness. Topics include total wellness in all areas, food and nutrition, preventative medicine, alternative medicine, youth/children’s wellness, integrated medicine, holistic medicine, environmental solutions, health crisis solutions, young at heart (senior) wellness solutions, emergency and disaster preparedness, healthy fast food preparation demonstrations and cooking tips, financial wellness and community wellness. Location: 2005 Kalia Rd., Honolulu. Big Island location TBA. For more information or to register, call Julia at 808-852-1892 or visit AlohaLia.com. See ad, back cover.

Calligraphy Demonstrations with Jonathan Ji

onathan Min Ji, calligraphy master and the owner of Buddhist Art and Mind Center of Hawaii, will conduct calligraphy demonstrations from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays through mid-February at his gallery, in Kailua. After reading the energetic disposition of an individual or couple, Ji prays and provides an energetic blessing, placing the intention into the work along with their character in calligraphy on rice paper. The painting process takes about 10 to 15 minutes and is presented with a certificate of authenticity. Gallery guests are welcome to watch the process. Cost: $150 donation. Location: Inside Happiness Hawaii, 315 Uluniu St., Ste. 1014. For more information, call Janet Holman at 808-218-8190. See ad, page 23.

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he Center for Cosmetic and Laser Dentistry, home of Dr. Dennis T. Nagata, in Honolulu, has added a new scheduling coordinator, Tina Kalaikai, to the practice. Nagata’s team is dedicated to working together to make each person’s visit to his office a positive, rewarding experiTina Kalaikai with Office ence. Kalaikai’s experience and history in the field makes Manager Colleen Shibata her uniquely qualified to fill this position. Kalaikai began her work in the dental field 15 years ago as an assistant and eventually moved to the front desk to schedule appointments and process insurance claims. Office Manager Colleen Shibata describes Kalaikai’s impact as “bringing youth and energy to our practice and she recently jump-started us with social media by setting up our Instagram page.” Location: 1520 Liliha St., Ste. 703. For more information, call 808-526-0670 or visit SmilePower.net. See ad, page 3. NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

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Personal Path Led to Creation of

Quantum Institute by Blake Lefkoe

rom the age Once Thornof 9, Karen ton started learning “Lucky” Thornabout alternative ton, the founder healing methods, of the Quantum she felt closer to Institute Internadiscovering her tional for Holistic true path. By 1999, Health, knew she she had comwanted to be a docpletely healed, and tor. Thornton studied something clicked. medicine in high “I started to teach school and college, others what I had but instead of going learned,” she to medical school recalls. “I shared she got married, had with people what Karen “Lucky” Thornton three kids and landI learned about ed a corporate job with good benefits energy and how to heal themselves. I and a wonderful retirement plan. was happy, because although I wasn’t Although it appeared that everything a medical doctor, at least I got to help was in place, Thornton was miserable others heal by teaching them, and the at her job. Her desire to help people reason I wanted to become a doctor had never gone away, and she felt she in the first place was to help others.” had followed the wrong path. Fortu Thornton had a vision: she nately, it was not too late. wanted to heal herself, humanity and Thornton quit her job and rethe Earth. She dreamed of opening turned to the medical field in 1993. a school where she could make this Around the same time, she was diagvision a reality. Since then, she has nosed with fibromyalgia. For threebeen pursuing her own education and-a-half years, she lived in severe toward a Ph.D. in natural medicine. pain and suffered from chronic fatigue. Thornton founded the Quantum Instead of falling victim to her illness, Institute International for Holistic she took it as a sign and began followHealth in 2011. A year later, she met ing her intuition to venture outside the Dila Asimova, an M.D. from Tajikiparameters of Western medicine. stan, and helped her move to Hawaii.

Together, they opened the Quantum School for Holistic Health under the umbrella of the institute, which aims to raise personal and global consciousness through the holistic school, private services and public events. The school is open to anyone that wants to gain a deeper understanding of holistic healing and also offers courses appropriate for those familiar with the concepts that want to further their education. Thornton explains, “Students are given opportunities to experience personal transformation, cultivate healing abilities and develop their full potential, while they learn invaluable information, tools and skills.” There are also plans to expand the school’s vocational offerings to include holistic massage therapist and holistic medical assistant. The school is the only one of its kind that offers a hands-on approach to an education in holistic healing and is licensed by the Hawaii Department of Education. The variety of unique courses offered includes Aromatherapy, Quantum Brain, SelfReflexology/Acupressure, Nutritional Healing, Vibrational Healing, and Personal and Professional Development. In addition to classes, the institute offers free mini-workshops on topics that range from spiritual intelligence to nutritional healing and hosts events open to the public. Thornton is proud to have built a community for healers and like-minded people to gather and share. “Our team at Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health is committed to promoting health, peace and happiness through personal growth and raising human consciousness,” she affirms. Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health is located at 2636 Pamoa Rd. For more information, call 808-626-5087 or email Quantum InstituteIntl@gmail.com. See ad, page 26. Blake Lefkoe is a freelance writer who runs Aloha Editing from her North Shore home.

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Mind-Body Therapies Stimulate the Immune System

large statistical analysis of multiple studies on body-mind therapies such as meditation, tai chi, qigong and yoga found that the practices effectively reduce inflammation and show promise in modulating the immune system. Scientists at the Tufts University School of Medicine analyzed the results of 34 controlled scientific studies that collectively assessed 2,219 people. Each study involved the use of at least one mind-body practice for between seven and 16 weeks and measured immune system health using multiple biological markers. Eighteen of the studies specifically examined inflammation factors, while seven evaluated antiviral-related immunity. Nine of the studies measured C-reactive protein (CRP) levels—an indicator of cardiovascularrelated inflammation. The analysis revealed that mind-body therapies reduced CRP levels in subjects with high risk factors for cancer, diabetes, depression and cardiovascular disease. The scientists added that some of the research suggested that mind-body therapy may also increase immunity against viral infections.

Marriage is Good for the Heart

esearch from the New York University School of Medicine found that married people have significantly less cardiovascular disease (CVD) than those that are divorced, widowed or otherwise single. The study used data on the rates of CVD from the health surveys of more than 3.5 million men and women collected at 20,000 U.S. medical centers. Married people under 50 had 12 percent lower incidence of heart disease than single people. Married couples between 51 and 60 years old had a 7 percent lower risk, while those over 60 had a 4 percent lower risk. The results were presented at the 2014 scientific sessions of the American College of Cardiology. Researcher and cardiologist Jeffrey Berger recommends that doctors show increased diligence for single patients: “If one of my patients is recently widowed or divorced, I’m increasingly vigilant about examining them for signs of any type of cardiovascular disease and depression,” he says.

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Calcium and Vitamin D May Help Prevent Dental Decay

study from Argentina’s Buenos Aires University has linked dental caries to low levels of calcium and vitamin D. Dental status and caries risk were assessed by determining the number of decayed, missing and filled teeth, the amount of plaque and the sugar intake of 106 women of the average age of 24. Calcium levels were deficient among nearly 60 percent of the women, 70 percent had low blood levels of vitamin D, 72 percent consumed soft drinks daily and all of them presented gingivitis (gum disease). The third with the highest caries scores and decayed or missing teeth had significantly lower calcium intake and vitamin D levels and significantly higher intake of protein and soft drinks, plus significantly higher plaque and sugar intake compared with the rest of the women. The researchers concluded that low calcium intake is associated with a high risk of dental caries and a greater severity of oral disease. “Adequate nutritional status of calcium and vitamin D could be an additional factor that may help preserve good oral health,” they state.

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month

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Greenwashing Conundrum Biodegradable Plastic Bags Are a Hoax

In 2010, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed recommendations for environmental marketing claims. The agency has sent warning letters to 15 marketers informing them that their claims may be deceptive, and requested more scientific evidence that plastic bags labeled as biodegradable, or “oxodegradable”, implying the bag will break down in time when exposed to oxygen, were true to the claim. Because many bags are dumped in the low-oxygen environment of a landfill, the FTC considers those advertised benefits as dubious. Joseph Greene, a professor at California State University, Chico, points out that oxodegradable should be amended to “oxofragmentable” to be more accurate, because the plastics just break into smaller and smaller pieces. Chemically, they don’t break down into anything less hazardous. In fact, if these plastic bags disintegrate in the ocean, the fragments will be about the right size for sea creatures to mistake them for plankton. Source: Rabble.ca

Living Together

2014 Global Peace Index The world has become less peaceful over the last seven years, according to the 2014 Global Peace Index. It measures peace in 162 countries according to 22 indicators that gauge both the absence and fear of violence. This is the seventh year the index has been produced. Results from the 2014 Global Peace Index show that since 2008, 111 countries have deteriorated in levels of peace, while 51 increased. Europe retains its position as the most peaceful region, with 14 of the top 20 most peaceful countries. The world has become significantly less peaceful over the last year, mainly due to a rise in terrorist activity, conflicts being fought, and refugees and other displaced people. As for the human toll, 500 million people live in countries at risk of instability and conflict, 200 million of whom live below the poverty line. The global economic impact of violence reached $9.8 trillion last year, equal to twice the total gross domestic product of Africa. Visit VisionOfHumanity.org to explore the interactive peace map and download the report. Watch a video at Tinyurl.com/GlobalPeaceVideo. When Chicago University psychologists surveyed 20,000 people that were married between 2005 and 2012, they found that a third had met online. Half of them met through Internet dating, the rest via chat rooms and social networking sites. Of all the couples still married, those that met online rated themselves happier.

Protect the Turtles

reen sea turtles, or honu, are members of the threatened species Chelonia mydas, which is making a comeback. Since 1999, they have regularly shown up on Laniakea Beach, just northeast of Haleiwa, to bask in the sun and feed on the abundant green algae. There, they attract the attention of tour buses, residents and visitors. While many respect the turtles, watching them from the recommended distance of 10 feet away, some observers are disrespectful and get too close to the basking honu. To manage negative and potentially illegal human interactions with the turtles, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Marine Fisheries Service established the Show Turtles Aloha campaign in 2005. In 2007, the campaign became Malama na Honu (MnH), now an independent nonprofit with more than 60 active Honu Guardian volunteers that educate the public and log the comings and goings of the honu. Each Laniakea Beach turtle is assigned a name, and the key events in their lives are described on the MnH website and on placards on the beach. The main focus of Malama na Honu volunteers is to serve as interpretive guides on the beach from morning until sunset, 365 days a year. They also participate at community events, such as the recent Sea Life Park 50th anniversary. For more information about Malama na Honu or to become a volunteer, email Info@MalamanaHonu.org or visit MalamanaHonu.org. To report a sick or injured turtle on Oahu, call 808-725-5730. To report unlawful activities, call 808-587-0077.

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tory at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. “The evidence comes from research that shows how our brain and nervous system are designed to enhance our chances of experiencing it.” When we share positive emotions with another person, experience a synchrony between their biochemistry and behaviors and ours, plus exhibit mutual care, love can bloom, whether we stay happily single or decide to pursue a committed relationship. She calls this triple-action sequence “positivity resonance”. Love, she observes, is less a smooth, solid path than momentary experiences of connection.

Making Love Last

Happily Coupled Creating Lasting Relationships that Thrive by Judith Fertig

t the conclusion of her bestselling memoir, Eat Pray Love, author Elizabeth Gilbert had fallen in love with Jose Nunes (called Felipe in the book), a Brazilian living in Indonesia. The divorced Gilbert, reluctant to have her heart broken again, had vowed never to remarry… yet ultimately changed her mind when U.S. immigration law presented her with multiple choices: marry so they could live together in this country, stay single and live as ex-pat partners or say goodbye to Nunes. Gilbert chose a marital partnership that suits the shared life they want: honest and, after years of travel, settled in one place. She says, “For the first time in my life, living in a small town with a lovely husband in an old house with a big garden and several pets, I feel absolutely rooted in a way I have never experienced before and

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never would have imagined even desiring. But it is what we want—at least for now—and we’re relishing that stability.” Gilbert records the process of going from two global wanderers falling in love to a married couple sharing domestic chores in her follow-up memoir, Committed: A Love Story.

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The spark that ignites such a partnership is love, which is “primarily about connection,” says Barbara Fredrickson, Ph.D., a positivity expert and author of Love 2.0: How Our Supreme Emotion Affects Everything We Feel, Think, Do, and Become. “It’s vital to our health and happiness, affecting our brains and bodies at the cellular level. “We were born to love,” emphasizes Fredrickson, who also serves as a psychology professor and director of the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology LaboraNaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

The more areas of connection we have with our partners, the more opportunities we have to positively resonate every day, adds Frederickson. Thomas G. Plante, Ph.D., a psychology professor at California’s Santa Clara University and adjunct clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine, agrees. “Longterm relationships, like marriages, are partnerships in living,” according to Plante. “The vast majority of the time couples are together they’re not having hot sex, but are sharing a practical dayto-day life together.” Shared activities aren’t always exciting or glamorous. Raising children, working, managing a home, cooking and cleaning, shopping, being with friends and family and the rest of regular daily living is where the rubber meets the road in relationship satisfaction, observes Plante. “If couples aren’t compatible in these areas, then the connection and attraction will inevitably atrophy, tensions emerge and too often, relationships fracture and fall apart.” Compatibility means different things to different people, and requirements can change as individuals in a romantic partnership change over time. Compatibility also means agreement that the relationship is worth the effort to nurture and sustain it.

Partnering Life’s Dance

Four couples in different stages of loving partnerships share how they make

their special relationships work. The key to them all is shared values. Doing everything together. For newlyweds Drs. Josh and Chelsea Axe, of Nashville, Tennessee, a mutual commitment to vigorous wellness and physical fitness keeps them together. Says Josh, “The healthy lifestyle I have chosen to live is so important that I need someone who is able to not just agree, but also partner with me.” Married in 2012, the two chiropractic physicians went on to co-found the BurstFIT interval training program and meld their professional, as well as personal, lives. Chelsea notes, “There is truth to the phrase, ‘Couples that sweat together, stay together.’ When working out together, you share a specific energy you create while pushing yourself to your mental and physical limits. You have your partner right there doing it alongside you, knowing they’re supporting you; so when you each break through a mental or physical barrier in your workout, you step over together into a strength and confidence that carries over into your marriage. Being a part of each other’s goals and the

“Seventy-five to 80 percent of all chemistry evaporates within six to eight months unless the relationship is significantly undergirded by deeper and more durable compatibility.” ~Neil Warren Clarke struggles to reach them unifies us.” Remarks Josh, “I feel like we can both be successful individually, but when we’re a team, the outcome is synergistic.” Chelsea adds, “It’s never a mindset of ‘me.’ It’s always ‘us.’” Balancing work and play. Barbara and Bob Unell, of Leawood, Kansas, dated as teenagers, went their separate ways in college and then found each other again in their early 20s. “We went on a blind date in 1968 and both belted out songs on the car radio,” recalls Barbara. “I thought he had a

great sense of humor and was fun to be with. All these years later, it feels like we’re still dating. We’re crazy about each other.” Both Barbara and Bob describe themselves as enthusiastic, playful, entrepreneurial, altruistic and geared toward creative projects, whether undertaken together or separately. “We’re both, ‘Let’s try this,’ sort of people,” says Barbara with a laugh. When the Unells had twins, now grown, they realized there was no national publication addressing how to parent multiples, so they launched Twins magazine in 1984. Bob founded and managed an advertising agency while Barbara wrote bestselling parenting books, but the whole family traveled together on her speaking engagements. In response to becoming a breast cancer survivor, Barbara founded the nonprofit Back in the Swing in 2000 to support survivorship care at cancer centers. When they needed additional staff, Bob joined the team in 2009. One of the biggest things that Barbara has learned from Bob is, “You can make work fun.” “Although we come from differ-

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ent backgrounds, Bob and I know the power of mutual respect, trust and kindness,” reflects Barbara. “Part of our connection is that we have shared history and never take each other for granted.” Bridging the age gap. Karen and Dick Eagle, from St. Louis, Missouri, are 16 years apart in age, but are close in the ways that count. Both are strong-minded and still vie to get their own way even after 30 years of marriage. “We argue over the stupidest things, and then resolve our disagreements and realize how good we have it,” says Karen. What first attracted them to each other—and keeps them together—is a love of playful fun and good times with friends. Karen remarks, “I knew Dick was ‘the one’ when he jumped flat-footed over a wingback chair at a friend’s house. That showed me that he was young at heart.” Making ends meet. Eleven years ago, when family therapist Susan Franklin lost her husband, Michael, a university college professor, she felt bereft and overwhelmed. The pair had owned a country property near Cleveland, Ohio, where they boarded horses. Susan realized, “I couldn’t keep up with everything on my own,” and Jake Marshall, a musician friend of Michael’s, offered to help. Over time, Susan and Jake became close, and they now live together. Although Jake is a great supporter in many ways, he’s not in a position to help financially. Susan depends on her late husband’s insurance and pension benefits, which she would lose if she remarries. “Jake is so laid back and easy to be with, I can relax,” says Susan. Michael, on the other hand, always

“Marriages based on a mutual desire to serve and inspire grow continually in richness and beauty, and are a benediction to all who know of them.” ~ Meher Baba seemed to fill a room. Jake helps Susan with chores around the property and she is always there cheering him on from the front row when he performs at local venues.

Cultivating Care

Working out as a couple, sharing a creative project or making a gourmet meal together can do more than keep partners feeling connected. Shared activities also keep the positive experiences ongoing and resonating. “That special bond and the commitments people often build around it are the products of love, the results of the many smaller moments in which love infuses you,” maintains Fredrickson. Such moments not only accumulate, but can also be stored in memory and banked to feed a relationship during the tougher times. “Love is something we should recultivate every day,” she says. A loving partnership is always a work in progress. Judith Fertig is a freelance writer from Overland Park, KS.

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eil Clark Warren, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and co-founder of the eHarmony relationship website, believes there are at least 29 personality dimensions—such as anger management skills, intelligence, feelings about children, energy and ambition—that comprise who we are and play a role in maintaining a relationship. Key personality dimensions include interests and activities, guiding principles and philosophies, expressions of emotional experience, tendencies toward togetherness and separateness, goals and familial and other relationships. Warren suggests categorizing desired qualities in a mate into three lists: non-negotiables, qualities that are top priority and deal breakers; semi-negotiables that are important, yet flexible secondary priorities; and negotiables that are subject to tradeoffs for more important qualities.

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LOOKING FOR LOVE IN ALL THE WRONG PLACES by Randy Hampton

he song “Looking for Love,” recorded by country singer Johnny Lee, made its debut in the 1980 movie Urban Cowboy, which starred John Travolta. As another Valentine’s Day comes and goes, too many of us may be thinking that we’ve been looking for love in all the wrong places, finding poor relationships and broken hearts. One thing that hasn’t changed in the 35 years since the release of the song is the prevalence in films and our culture of the idea that we receive love when we find someone to give it to us. Is there any reason to believe that things can improve for lonely hearts in today’s world of speed dating, online dating and hooking up? Research by behaviorists, sociologists, neurologists and others offer hopeful news for many. The latest science supports the notion that love

and other emotions aren’t things we need others to give us, but instead are feelings that we can trigger from inside ourselves. Hypnosis is a common method for overcoming heartbreak and getting rid of barriers to healthy relationships. Some experts also recommend adding meditation to reconnect with a feeling of love or to rekindle it in a current relationship where affection and passion have gone stale. “We see many clients who have fallen into the trap of believing that they have to seek out and find some special person who has love for them,” explains Hypnotherapist Beverly Craddock, of Hawaii Hypnosis Center. “It’s almost as if they forget how to feel love independent of others. It often happens when a relationship fails, and the recently single person feels without love in the absence of that other person. It’s a false belief; the other person didn’t provide the love, he or she just helped the individual generate it.”

Dr. Marsha Lucas, a psychologist and the author of the book Rewire Your Brain for Love, says that the practice of mindfulness “produces real, measurable changes in the brain in key places so that deeper connections, better love and healthier relationships can really take hold.” She recommends that we spend 20 minutes a day really focused on that feeling of love, not the one on the silver screen, but the one inside our own minds. She contends that this kind of meditative work can help us not only feel our own love inside, but also attract new love or heal a current relationship that has lost its zing. While modern science is discovering exactly how love is processed, it is just confirming what many philosophers have believed for a long time: love isn’t found by working on the search or the relationship, but rather by working on ourselves. After all, it is the 13th-century Turkish mystic Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi who offered: “Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.” It seems Johnny Lee was right the whole time. We have been looking for love in all the wrong places. Looking inward doesn’t really make for compelling 90-minute Hollywood love stories, and that’s okay because most of us aren’t living those. We’re living a life that can be full of love when we just let ourselves feel it from the inside. Randy Hampton is a writer, social scientist, hypnotist and blogger living in Honolulu. See ad, page 16.

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HAPPY MEALS Eating Healthy Foods Fights Off Depression by Lane Vail

dvertisements for antidepressants abound, yet a recent analysis in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that the benefits of treating mildly or moderately depressed individuals with these drugs “may be minimal or nonexistent” compared with a placebo. Most physicians agree that at least part of the prevention of and recovery from depression can be addressed through diet. “Every molecule in the brain begins as food,” says Dr. Drew Ramsey, author of The Happiness Diet and assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. “Food choice is the biggest puzzle piece patients have under their control.” Ramsey describes the modern American diet as being overwhelmed with highly processed foods, refined carbohydrates, omega-6 fats and sugar. His food philosophy serves as an overall prescription for mental health: “Eat food that comes from farms and not factories; 14

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simple, recognizable human food.” Registered Dietitian Kathie Swift, an integrative clinical nutritionist in Lennox, Massachusetts, and author of The Swift Diet, agrees that food is powerful medicine. She recommends a balanced, flexitarian diet founded on plants, but including high-quality, animal-sourced foods. Just shifting our processedfoods to whole-foods ratio yields an improved mood, Swift says, which continues to motivate dietary change.

Prebiotic/Probiotic Potential

Recent science suggests a deeper meaning to the “gut feeling” adage. Bacteria in the gut and neurochemicals in the brain communicate intimately and bidirectionally via the vagus nerve, explains Swift. Altering the gut’s microbial population, whether from chronic stress, antibiotic overuse or nutritional deficiencies, can change brain chemistry and thereby influence mood, mental clarity and sleep, she says. NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

In 2013, Canadian researchers altered both the neurochemicals and behavior in mice by switching their intestinal microbiota; anxious mice given the microbes of intrepid mice became braver, and vice versa. Another small study in the British Journal of Nutrition showed a decrease in depression and anxiety symptoms in volunteers taking probiotics for a month. Essentially, says Swift, “We have a brain in the belly,” which must be nourished by both prebiotics (soluble fiber) and probiotics (fermented food). “Fiber is the quintessential substance to feed the lovely community of bugs in the gut,” says Swift, “while fermented foods interact with resident bacteria and give them a boost.” She recommends a variety of vegetables as a primary source of fiber, especially legumes, along with fruits, nuts, cheese and the occasional gluten-free whole grain. Probiotic foods include fermented vegetables, kefir, yogurt with live active cultures and apple cider vinegar.

B Happy

Most psychiatric medications target feel-good neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, says Ramsey, but the body also manufactures these chemicals naturally during the methylation cycle, a B-vitamindependent neurological process. “B vitamins are superstars of the brain,” Ramsey says. “Think of them as lubrication for the brain’s gears.” Folate, or vitamin B9 is particularly important to healthy nervous system functioning. A meta-analysis of 15,000 people reported in the Journal of Epidemiology associated low folate with a higher risk of depression. Dark leafy greens like kale, spinach and Swiss chard are high in B vitamins, as are beets, eggs, lentils, beans and whole grains; helpful fruits include papaya, avocado and berries.

Omega-3s Please

“It’s a horrible notion that fat is bad,” says Ramsey. Swift agrees, noting, “We need a major renovation and reeducation of this important neuro-nutrient.” The integrity of a neuron cell membrane, which Swift describes as “a beautiful

and fluid layer of lipids,” is crucial for brain health because it dictates communication among neurotransmitters. “The fat we eat becomes the fat of our cell membranes,” she says. “So nourish your membranes with adequate amounts of the right types of fat.” Long-chain omega-3s (DHA) docosahexaenoic acid and (EPA) eicosapentaenoic acid build and protect neurons, help prevent cognitive decline with age and can boost overall mood and mental performance, says Ramsey. A study in the Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry found that treating depressed patients with omega-3 EPA was as equally effective as Prozac. “DHA and EPA are the two most important

fats for brain health on the planet, period,” states Ramsey. Foods rich in omega-3s include fatty seafood like salmon, mussels and oysters, plus sea vegetables, walnuts, flaxseed and grass-fed beef. For vegetarians and vegans, Ramsey recommends an algal DHA supplement. Focusing on feeding the brain doesn’t preclude staving off heart disease, obesity or diabetes. “Follow the rules of eating for brain health,” Ramsey says, “and you’ll also be slim, energized, focused and resilient.” It’s all a recipe for happiness. Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blogger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.

Good-Mood Meal Plans Wild-Caught Alaskan Salmon with Sautéed Swiss Chard, Pickled Beets and Banana-Avocado Pudding Salmon is an excellent source of omega3s, and Swiss chard offers fiber and folate. Beets are high in folate, as well as nitrites, which improve circulation throughout the body and the brain, says Nutritionist Kathie Swift. Double-down on beets’ power by eating them pickled in apple cider vinegar, promoting healthy gut flora. Bananas contain tryptophan, an amino acid involved in serotonin production, and avocados are high in folate and oleic acid, a model unsaturated omega-9 fat needed for healthy brains, advises Dr. Drew Ramsey. Lentil Salad with Hummus, Grilled Asparagus, Broccoli, Red Onion and Grilled Watermelon Lentils, chickpeas and asparagus are high in fiber and B vitamins, while walnuts add omega-3s. Broccoli is an excellent source of chromium, a mineral found to lower blood sugar and reduce symptoms of depression in some people, according to a Cornell University study. Grilled onions (along with garlic, which can be blended into hummus) belong to a food family called alliums that promote healthy vascular function and blood flow to the brain and also contain a high concentration of chromium, says Ramsey.

Watermelon’s red color is due to its high concentration of the antioxidant lycopene, which helps resolve free radical damage, inflammation and hormone imbalances associated with depression, notes Swift. Grass-Fed Beef with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Kale and Greek Yogurt Swirled with Raspberries A British Journal of Nutrition study showed that beef raised on chlorophyll-rich grass provides more omega3s than grain-fed beef. Like other animal proteins, beef is a significant source of tryptophan. Kale and sweet potatoes contribute fiber, folate and vitamin A, which promotes the enzymes that create the pleasure neurotransmitter, dopamine. Yogurt is also high in tryptophan, and raspberries provide folate and antioxidants. Free-Range Egg Omelet with Spinach, Tomatoes, Cheese and Fresh Papaya Eggs are a power-packed food full of B vitamins, tyrosine and tryptophan amino acids, plus selenium, zinc and iodide, micronutrients vital for proper functioning of the energy- and metabolism-regulating thyroid, says Ramsey. Tomatoes and natural cheese are high in lycopene and tryptophan, respectively, and spinach and papaya are packed with folate and fiber.

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Healing the Heart Helpful Aids for Emerging from Grief by Kathleen Barnes

rief can arrive suddenly with the death of a loved one, serious illness, loss of a job, parental dementia or decaying relationship. In any case, it takes a toll. “Grief encompasses all of our thoughts and feelings. Mourning is when we put them into action by talking, crying, perhaps doing rituals,” explains Tracy Riley, a licensed clinical social worker and grief counselor in Jacksonville, Florida. “Grief isn’t something that’s over when you wake up one day,” Riley counsels. “It’s ridiculous when an employer gives you three days off and then expects everything to be fine.” She notes that time helps heal all wounds, but even a decade after losing a loved one, the pain can remain and life is never the same, although most of us learn to live

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with loss and move forward. “Some things can’t be fixed,” concludes Megan Devine, a psychotherapist in Portland, Oregon, and author of the audio book, When Everything is Not Okay, who blogs at RefugeInGrief.com. After witnessing the drowning death of her fiancé, she says, “I didn’t need to hear platitudes that everything would be OK. I needed something solid to hold onto when my whole world exploded.”

Physical Aids

An unexpected death and any emotional shock is an extreme stressor that causes the adrenal glands to release a flood of adrenaline. Tina Erwin, La Mesa, California author of The Lightworker’s Guide to Healing Grief, explains, “If you get a shock when someone close to you dies, your

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adrenal glands are blown out almost instantly and you are overwhelmed with adrenaline, much like we often see in people with post-traumatic stress disorder. You need to rebalance your body chemistry.” Intense grief can sometimes show up as chest pain, a classic sign of heart attack, due to a temporary disruption of the heart’s normal pumping action from a surge in stress hormones, according to the National Institutes of Health. Yet Imperial College London scientists now have found that a recognizable “broken heart syndrome” may temporarily protect the heart from being overwhelmed with adrenaline. “Healing the physical side of grief ultimately helps healing on an emotional level, too,” says Erwin. To assist herself following the death of her 6-year-old niece from a sudden infection, she uses several Bach flower remedies for trauma—Rescue Remedy, to rebalance the flood of adrenaline; Star of Bethlehem, for shock and loss; and Mimulus, for fear and anxiety. “Combining a few drops of each of these in a water bottle or tea several times a day helps you regain a feeling of balance,” Erwin says. She also likes drinking bloodcleansing noni juice to help wash adrenaline out of the body, and taking salt baths enhanced with lavender essential oil to literally “wash away the darkness.”

Emotional Aids

Riley views art and music therapy, plus journaling (a “personal roadmap” that helps chart her progress), as powerful healing tools. She’s also

seen firsthand how animals can play a key role through the mourning process. Her miniature schnauzer intuitively approaches her clients that are anxious and grieving and gives them permission to pet him. “It puts people at ease,” she says. “Then they can talk more freely about their pain.” Numerous studies, starting in the 1980s, show that stroking a furry pet lowers blood pressure.

Charting a Personal Course

For the bereaved (literally defined as “torn apart”), the symptoms of grief are meant to slow us down, advises Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D., director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition, in Fort Collins, Colorado, and author of numerous related books, including Understanding Your Grief: Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart. Society expects bereaved people to “carry on, keep their chins up, be glad they had him/her as long as they did or else be grateful that our loved one’s pain is over”—all platitudes that are more hurtful than helpful, says Wolfelt. Mourning takes time, but it also requires a social context, he explains. “It’s the shared response to loss. If you isolate yourself, you are grieving, not mourning. You can’t do this on your own. It’s bigger than you.” For those that feel stuck or unable to move forward, experienced grief counselors may be able to help.

Helping a Mourning Friend H

ere’s comforting advice from grief advocate Megan Devine for friends yearning to soothe a bereaved friend. Don’t try to fix it: Don’t say anything that tries to fix the unfixable, and you’ll do fine. It’s an unfathomable relief to have a friend that doesn’t try to take the pain away. Grief belongs to the griever: You have a supporting role, not the central role, in a friend’s grief, which is an entirely personal experience. Anticipate, don’t ask: Don’t say,

“Call me if you need anything,” because your friend won’t call; not because they don’t need support, but because identifying a need, figuring out who might fill it, and then reaching out to ask is beyond their energy level, capacity or interest. Instead, make concrete offers of practical assistance in doing normal tasks or chores for the friend and deliver on them. Be willing to witness searing pain: Simply be quietly present. Acknowledge their state and stick with simple truths: “This hurts. I love you. I’m here.”

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designer and author of EcoChi: Designing the Human Experience, in New York City. “They bring energy and life force into your home, while also filtering the air you breathe.” If adding plants isn’t feasible, she recommends picking up some fresh flowers each week. Remember to change the water every day and dispose of the flowers at the first sign of wilting (dying flowers bring negative energy).

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Eco Feng Shui Tips to Bring More Positive Energy into Your Home by Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist

hen we’re hungry for change, we may feel the impulse to spruce up our living spaces. Rooms that feel cluttered, drab and unappealing drag on our energy. Applying the basic inspired tenets of the ancient Chinese art and science of feng shui can transform and re-energize any space, improving the way we feel. Translated as “wind and water,” feng shui—which has been creating healthy and harmonious environments since its origins 3,000 years ago—can activate our rethinking the arrangement, uses and tone of each room while bringing beneficial green changes home.

Feng Shui Basics When considering how to apply feng shui principles, it helps to have a trained practitioner make a map, or bagua, analyzing how energy, or chi, moves through a building. They will determine ways to help chi flow and settle in appropriate places to support all aspects of life. Recommended alterations typically start with furniture placement, color choices and key ac18

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cessorizing. Sample bagua maps are available online for referencing. While a complete feng shui treatment may require major revamping, we can also take some low-cost steps to immediately create more harmony while eliminating toxins that are unhealthy and disrupt the energy flow.

Bring in Green “Bringing natural elements into a space will aid the circulation of chi, help achieve a balance and yield an indoor environment of peace and calm,” says feng shui practitioner Maureen Calamia, owner of Luminous Spaces, in St. James, New York. Feng shui categorizes the natural elements as water, metal, fire, earth and wood, reflected in items like stones, plants and water features, as well as art and wall decorations and paint colors. Filling a home with living plants is favored by many feng shui experts. “Surround yourself with green plants, including cuttings from the yard,” advises Debra Duneier, a feng shui master practitioner, certified ecoNaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

“Healthy indoor air quality is an essential aspect of good feng shui,” attests Alisa Rose Seidlitz, an eco feng shui consultant/designer, certified green building and interiors professional and owner of Ambiance Eco, in Berkeley, California. “Materials used inside our homes, such as cleaning products and furnishings, can either contribute significantly to poor air quality or support positive feng shui.” Indoor air quality is significantly impacted by furnishings and décor. When seeking out the cleanest, greenest options, pay special attention to: Cleaning products. Safely discard toxic cleaning chemicals by taking them to hazardous waste pickup sites. Many household jobs can be done with vinegar and baking soda. Paint. Revisions in wall, trim and furniture colors quickly freshen a room and bring new energy, especially when they align with Earth’s natural elements. Avoid conventional paint, which contains dangerous volatile organic compounds (VOC) that off-gas into the air. Look for widely available zero-VOC brands. Other options include displaying art or colorful wall hangings. Flooring. Many toxins lurk in conventional carpeting and adhesives used to lay wood or tile floors. Look for natural wool rugs, reclaimed wood and zero-VOC floor adhesives. Preserve resources and alter the energy in a space by repurposing reclaimed materials for rehab projects. For good feng shui, smudging with dried sage cleanses any negative energy leftover from previous owners. Furnishings and fabrics. Mainstream furniture is typically treated

with toxic flame retardant, so always ask how furniture has been treated before purchasing. Seek out nontoxic and natural materials like natural rubber mattresses and hemp or organic cotton shower curtains and window coverings.

Follow Your Joy Feng shui is multifaceted, but at its center is a search for balance and harmony. When making changes at home, it’s good to know we can follow our instincts and add things that bring us joy. Feng shui experts provide guidance in choosing colors and elements, but each of us is ultimately the best judge of what feels best for our own space. “I often ask my clients: What kind of message are you sending yourself?” says Duneier. “You can use your space to send yourself a message of a beautiful, abundant and healthy life.” Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist, a writer from Tucson, Arizona, also freelances for GreenAmerica.org.

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Try magnesium. Low levels of magnesium, also known as the calming mineral, are associated with restless legs, anxiety and irritability—all of which can exacerbate ADHD. For kids ages 4 to 8, start with 130 mg of magnesium in the morning. If the child has trouble sleeping, another dose before bed may help. Reduce the dose if loose stools occur. Boost B vitamins. Vitamins B6 and B12 are important building blocks for brain neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine. Deficiency can impair nerve cell communication, hindering memory, focus and attention. Encourage a child to eat B-packed organic foods like eggs, poultry, bell peppers, yams and spinach, and sprinkle Bvitamin-rich nutritional yeast on dishes like noodles and soup. Naturopathic Doctor Laurie Brodsky, e-consultant, DrLaurieND.com, New York City. Give up gluten. Gluten is a complex, gooey conglomeration of many proteins that sticks to the digestive tract, often stimulating behavioral issues. When gluten inflames a child’s digestive system, brain inflammation likely occurs, as well. Look for gluten-free pasta, bread, crackers and cookies made from rice, quinoa, flaxseed and non-GMO (genetically modified) corn. Pair fats with food. Healthy brain function requires a proper ratio of antiinflammatory omega-3 fats to the more common inflammatory omega-6 fats (found in canola, soybean and corn

oils). Encourage balance by eating omega-3 foods at mealtime, when the gallbladder releases bile into the digestive system, allowing better omega-3 absorption. Avoid processed foods. High-fructose corn syrup and artificial colors such as Yellow 5, Blue 1 and Red 40 are linked to increased hyperactivity in children. Choose whole, real foods like whole grains and organic meats, vegetables and fruits. Use maple syrup rather than white sugar to sweeten foods—it’s fullflavored, so a little goes a long way. Behavior Specialist Margit Crane, educator, GiftedWithADD.com, Seattle, Washington. Lead by example. Parents have more power to handle their child’s ADHD than they think. Model the desired behaviors—if children are not allowed to eat in the living room, the rule should apply to the whole family. Maintaining consistent rules is vital. Set boundaries. Many parents and teachers believe that boundaries for ADHD-laden kids, that are often sensitive by nature, may be harsh or limiting. But these children actually thrive with boundaries. Rather than offer kids unlimited choices, give them two or three options. This helps a child feel safe. Regard a troubled child as scared, rather than angry—this will enable parents and caregivers to speak to them with compassion. Work with teachers. Some children with ADHD may have trouble fitting into traditional schools. When speaking with teachers, use collaborative words such as “partnership” to obtain healthy cooperation. Teachers have an entire class to attend to, not just this child; address them with respect and understanding, and everyone will ultimately benefit. Jenna Blumenfeld is the senior food editor at New Hope Natural Media, in Boulder, Colorado. Copyrighted 2014. Penton Media. 114554:1214BN.

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Strengthen the Curiosity Muscle

What’s in Your Way? Obstacles Point the Path to Wholeness and Healing by Deborah Shouse

ince childhood, Mary O’Malley always thought that something bad was about to happen and experienced a continuous dread that gnawed her insides. Over the years, she tried to eat, drink and medicate away the anxious feelings plaguing her, and sought help from group therapy, hypnotherapy and psychiatrists. Then in 1972, in her late 20s, O’Malley attended a yoga workshop that helped advance her quest to let go of struggles and embrace life. Later, when she met Stephen Levine, whose teaching is influenced by Buddhism, he conveyed, “There’s nothing in you that needs to be fixed,” and invited her to view her own issues with curiosity and compassion. The transformational insights learned along her journey shared in her book, What’s In the Way Is the Way, include simple tools for those that need to move beyond struggles to live in the present with more peace, ease and joy.

Train as a Tightness Detective

Ask this internal question when feeling stressed: “In what aspect of life am I holding on for dear life?” Is your breath short, are your shoulders tight; do you feel a fist in your solar plexus or an

Whenever O’Malley experienced inner gnawing, she tuned into her body and inquired about the dread: “How big is it and how deep does it go? Does it have a flavor?” The more she questioned, the more curiosity and attention she brought to the emotion and the freer she felt.

Turn Curiosity into Compassion

O’Malley learned to more accurately self-report her feelings. Instead of, “I am afraid,” she learned to assess; “Dread is here.” Then she cultivated compassion, treating the dread as her friend signaling the need for a solution. She acknowledged and listened to the stricken and paralyzed parts of herself, knowing they were separating her from joy because they needed to be heard and understood.

Step Outside Struggle to Embrace Humility

O’Malley believes that struggle is humanity’s core compulsion. We develop a story about the difficulty of life and heroically fight against myriad injustices. Yet making a U-turn in perspective to see them as challenges is tailor-made to help us recognize and achieve separation from our individual struggles in favor of a better way of experiencing life. “The dictionary misses the full meaning when it defines humility as ‘lowliness, meekness, submissiveness,’” O’Malley believes. “True humility is a state of great availability, and from this kind of openness we can reconnect with the joy of being fully alive.” She now discovers gifts embedded in every single challenge. Deborah Shouse blogs at Deborah ShouseWrites.wordpress.com.

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“One of the hardest things about having a dog is that sometimes you have to decide to end its life,” says Jon Katz, of upstate New York, a New York Times bestselling author of many books about dogs, including Going Home: Finding Peace When Pets Die. “Our job as pet owners is to be an advocate for our pets, making sure they do not suffer. Don’t poison the joy that you shared with your pet with guilt over your decisions,” he says. Katz recommends taking photos of pets and making intentional memories in the time leading up to parting to encourage closure. The same kind of rituals we use to honor and say goodbye to other family members can likewise help ease the pain of a pet’s passing. Owners can gather with loved ones and friends to celebrate the life of their pet with a burial ceremony or memorial. Kowalski likes adding meaningful words. His book includes a variety of readings that pet owners can use in their rituals taken from poems, literature, the Bible and other sacred texts. When a human friend or family member dies, compassion and empathy flows from everyone we meet, but many may not be aware of, or understand, the depth of grief associated with a pet’s death. “Some people feel embarrassed or don’t understand

that mourning a deceased pet is a normal process,” explains Julia Harris, a pet bereavement counselor from Ellijay, Georgia, and author of Pet Loss: A Spiritual Guide. Support is essential during times of grief, and it can be difficult to find an understanding friend to discuss it with. Several online communities are devoted to providing support. An Internet search of “pet loss support” yields a wealth of online resources. In the same way that the belief in an afterlife comforts people of many faith traditions when a person passes, the possibility of the same destiny for pets can offer comfort. “Perhaps one of the most common questions I am asked is whether or not animals have a soul,” explains Harris. “I encourage people to know that the soul, like love, is eternal. It leaves the physical body, but the loving relationship continues.” While there’s no standard timeline for the grieving process, it’s important to keep perspective. Excessive grief can lead to depression. “If the grief is interfering with life and your work, then you may need to seek professional help,” advises Katz. Not even a parent is capable of providing the purely unconditional love we receive from pets. Kowalski views it as a sacred connection, observing that through the unconditional love and acceptance that we receive from our pets, we get a little glimpse of what God’s love must look like.

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or many children, the loss of a beloved pet is their first exposure to death, and ageappropriate honesty is the best policy for helping them through this difficult time. Rev. Gary Kowalski advises parents and caregivers to reassure kids that the death of an animal is not something they have to fear, and let them know that the animal is not in pain, is not sleeping and is in a peaceful place. He cautions parents against speaking euphemistically about death to young children. Involving children in the planning of a memorial service for a pet can be therapeutic. Let them talk openly about their favorite memories together and their sadness. Bereavement counselor Julia Harris encourages parents to share stories from their faith traditions that address afterlife. “These stories can help your child best understand that God continues to watch over their pet,” she contends. “This provides a sense of security that the pet is safe and remains with your child in spirit and memory.”

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studios in Virginia. “We’re especially for those who want their hands held or want to see results fast.” Niche studios focused on modalities from kick boxing to dance therapy can offer added guidance. DeSimone notes that other reputable facilities will likewise have accredited trainers, often at a low cost. Larger facilities also may offer more options for a newbie to try out before settling on what they like, she says.

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ix years ago, Sherry Salmons, of Oak Ridge, Illinois, was perplexed by her “glowing, smiling, energetic” neighbor that worked full time while raising three young children, yet never seemed drained. Finally, she asked: “What’s your secret?” The answer was a life-changing visit by Salmons to a nearby holistic fitness studio. Lucking into good recommendations can whittle down the multitude of choices available at 32,000 U.S. health clubs and studios, according to the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association. With the dual trends of niche studios and low-cost fitness centers fueling a diverse burst in workout options, club-seekers should apply their sleuthing skills before deciding on something that can prove so pivotal to their health. Clue #1: Location and hours. If a facility isn’t near home or work, people won’t go, says Jim White, an American 24

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College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) health fitness specialist, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. “Our time is so valuable that going to the gym can’t be a hassle.” Check online and list nearby facilities and hours, scratching off any that aren’t open at convenient times. Clue #2: Know what you need. Some people have absolute necessities for fitness success. “For instance, avid swimmers need a pool,” says Grace DeSimone, an ACSM personal trainer in New York City. “That’s going to reduce their choices considerably.” Other nonnegotiable provisions might be a yoga studio, indoor track or child care. Clue #3: Gym rat or newbie? A fitness facility that costs pennies a day might seem like an obvious choice, but not if our fitness level and knowledge are near zero. “A lot of people don’t know what to do in a gym,” observes White, who owns personal training NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

Clue #4: Take a test drive. Make use of trial periods and guest passes. “Get a feel for the culture,” says Chris Freytag, spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise and a personal trainer in Minneapolis, Minnesota. “People are more likely to stay motivated in an environment that inspires them and with people that motivate them,” Freytag says. During on-site visits, do we feel at home among kindred spirits our own age? Is the facility clean and secure? Clue #5: Look at the equipment. If the gym doesn’t have the equipment we want to use, whether it’s Pilates or TRX equipment, free weights or Kettlebells, then move on. A gym worth joining will have plenty of up-to-date equipment that follows the latest fitness trends and works properly, says White. Clue #6: Investigate the staff. Checking out the staff is key for those seeking specialized guidance, such as yoga, martial arts or personal training. Look for trainers and instructors available to help that are certified by a reputable program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. Investigating key employees’ backgrounds, including acupuncturists and massage therapists, is crucial. Clue #7: Sign with caution. Avoid signing long-term, complicated contracts, which are rare these days, DeSimone counsels. “Don’t be overwhelmed by a high-pressured sales pitch; just stand your ground, because those people are at your service.” White recommends making sure the price includes expected services; feel free to negotiate, especially with

initial fees. Understand all policies, especially cancellation clauses, and use a credit card, which is easier to correct if problems arise, adds DeSimone. Although Salmons was lucky, with her neighbor’s recommendation leading her to her perfect studio, people should investigate to find their ideal fit. “It starts when you walk in the door,” Salmons says about her attraction to The Balance Fitness Studio. “The space is open, exposed and it’s got this very clean, feng shui energy.” Not a traditional, iron-pumping, music-blasting gym fan, Salmons prefers Pilates, but participates in all of the studio’s offerings, including massage, acupuncture and nutrition classes. While finding the right club has boosted her fitness level, she notes that the real magic has come in the form of revitalized energy. “It’s changed me in all aspects of my life. When I leave, I feel mentally focused, emotionally balanced and refreshed. It’s kind of transformational.” Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at Debra Melani.com or DMelani@msn.com.

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ne of the latest trends for health-seekers is joining more than one club. Mixing it up can be a good way to go, says Jim White, owner of Jim White Fitness & Nutrition Studios, in Norfolk and Virginia Beach, Virginia. “A lot of people are leaving the big-box gyms for more of an a la carte menu,” White says. “I have a client that strength trains with me in the mornings and then goes to spinning, barre and yoga studios in the afternoons.” Up to 90 percent of small studio members belong to more than one club, according to the 2014 International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association’s annual industry trend report. That can both lessen monotony and provide a well-rounded fitness routine, White says.

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The Annual Spa Marketplace Conference & Expo – Feb. 4-5. 10am-4pm. This event is designed for all spa and salon owners, managers, doctors, estheticians, cosmetologists, massage therapists and spa professionals. Besides learning about the latest full-service spa and salon trends, techniques and products, there’ll be many special spa educational presentations by internationally respected speakers. Hawaii Spa & Wellness Association, Blaisdell Exhibition Hall, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu. 808-768-5252.

19th Annual Na Leo Pili Mai – 5-6:30pm. Youth concert featuring some of Hawaii’s most advanced musicians and youth talent. Free; offering taken. Kawaiaihao Church, 957 Punchbowl St, Honolulu. 808-521-2982.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 “Island Style: Carnival No Ka ‘Oi” – Feb. 6-7. 11am-11pm. Family fun, fresh malasadas, mango chutney, kiddie games and E K Fernandez rides, white elephant treasures and live musical entertainment. Punahou School, 1601 Punahou St, Honolulu. 808-944-5722. Punahou.edu/campus-life/ events/index.aspx.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Being Local in Hawaii – 6:30pm. Meet the Author. Talk about stories and meet Julia Estrella at Kaimuki Public Library, 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu. 808-733-8422. BeingLocalInHawaii. com See ad, page 20.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26

Chinese New Year Festival – Feb. 13-14. 5-10pm Friday, 9am-10pm Saturday. Come enjoy various cultural displays, entertainment, dragon dances and more. Chinatown Cultural Plaza, 100 N Beretania St, Honolulu. 808-533-3181.

The Oahu Wanderlust Festival – Feb 26-March 1. 4pm Thurs-11:30pm Sun. Annual festival that’s an all-out, ecstatic celebration. It brings together many of the world’s leading yoga teachers, top musical acts, renowned speakers, exquisite chefs and thrilling performers for a delightful all-around experience. Start with early morning meditations and end with all-night, chakra-spinning musical performances. Visit the Kuilima Market where local arts and foods will be showcased. Free/on the grounds, tickets for scheduled events. Turtle Bay Resort, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku. 855926-3375. Oahu.WanderlustFestival.com.

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Valentine Bluegrass Festival – 8-10pm. Local and national acts will be performing. The Leeward Theatre, 96-045 Ala Ike, Pearl City. 808-455-0380. LCCTheatre.Hawaii.edu.

90th Annual Ho’olaule’a at Kamehameha Schools – 8:30am-4pm. Annual family-friendly, cultural celebration, the 2015 theme is Nā Kahu Ho’oilina (Be the Caretakers of the Legacy). Our haumāna (students) are the future of our Hawaiian culture, and we are all caretakers of the legacy. Enjoy morning performances by the Kamehameha Warrior Marching Band and Color Guard, Kamehameha Schools Children’s Chorus, Kamehameha’s Concert Glee and Hawaiian ensembles. Rock the midday and afternoon with performances by Hawai’I’s top music artists. Kamehameha Schools, Kapalama, Konia Field, 210 Konia Cir, Honolulu. 808-842-8211.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 dōTERRA Demonstration – 11:30am-1pm. Visit a dōTerra demonstration to try out the various 100% certified pure dōTerra Oils and receive free samples. $10. Send check to Julia Estrella at 631 Hausten St, #2, Honoluu. MOA Health and Wellness Center, 600 Queen St, Ste C-2, Honolulu. 808-852-1892. ThatDoTerraGal.com. See ad, page 22.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Waikiki Artfest – Feb. 21-22. 9am-4pm. Featuring the works of 75-100 fine artists and handcraft artisans, offering jewelry, clothing, ceramics, wood products and more. Includes live entertainment and great food. Kapiolani Park (across from the Zoo). Free. 2748 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu. 808-696-6717.

dōTERRA Demonstration – 11:30am-1pm. Visit a dōTerra demonstration to try out the various 100% certified pure dōTerra Oils and receive free samples. $10. Send check to Julia Estrella at 631 Hausten St, #2, Honoluu. MOA Health and Wellness Center, 600 Queen St, Ste C-2, Honolulu. 808-852-1892. ThatDoterraGal.com. See ad, page 22.

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ongoingevents sunday Kailua Town Farmers’ Market – 8:30am-12pm. Over 40 vendors bring local fresh produce, fish, grass-fed beef, coffee,nuts, seasonal fruit, snacks, breads, and more. Visit the open-air covered café and enjoy local snacks and treats. Free parking. 315 Kuulei Rd, Kailua. 808-388-9696. Aikido and Internal Power Conditioning – 9am12pm. The Aikido Sangenkai is a nonprofit volunteer Aikido group in Honolulu. All are welcome. Training combines unarmed fighting techniques with internal power conditioning and traditional Japanese weapons in a system designed to further personal and societal development. Free. The Aikido Ohana, Ala Moana Beach Park (See website for locations) Honolulu. Chris Li; 808-221-8656. AikidoSangenkai.org. Art at the Zoo Fence – 9am-4pm. Every Sat & Sun, enjoy art along the fence at the zoo and meet the artists. Located on Monsarrat Aveat the Diamond Head end of Waikiki along the Honolulu Zoo fence. Free street parking along Monsarrat Ave and in the parking lots across the street at Kapiolani Park. Honolulu Zoo, 2760 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu. 808-372-9578.

tuesday Vegetarian Cooking Class – 4:30-5:30pm, first and fourth Tuesday of ther month. Mama T in Kailua will show you how to prepare easy and delicious vegetarian meals. Down to Earth, 201 Hamakua Dr., Kailua. 808-262-3838. DownToEarth.org/events. Experience the Synchronicity Wave Room – 6-7:15pm. Attend a free seminar held every Tuesday. Relax in comfortable seats and experience the healing capabilities of the Synchronicity Wave

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Room. Many of the other services provided at The Wellness Center Hawaii will also be discussed. Seminar attendees will be offered a special opportunity to schedule a health assessment scan and an hour-plus consultation for a nominal fee of $100 (a regular $350 cost). Please call to reserve your seat. The Wellness Center Hawaii, 1016 Kapahulu Ave., Suite 110, Kilohana Square, Honolulu. 808732-5363. TheWellnessCenterHawaii.com. See ad, page 11.

wednesday Holistic Energy Yoga –10:45am. Classes in Holistic Energy Yoga. Free. Waiau District Park, 98-1650 Kaahumanu St, Pearl City. 808-381-4376. Evensong Wednesdays – Cathedral of St Andrew - 5:30-6pm. Chants, hymns and music are the centerpiece of this contemplative, half-hour service. Join us and unwind at the end of the workday. Avoid the rush-hour traffic. Ample free parking. Entrances to lot at both Beretania and Queen Emma streets. Free, calabash offering accepted. The Cathedral of St. Andrew, Corner of Beretania and Alekea, Honolulu. Karen Sender; 808-524-2822. TheCathedralOfStAndrew.org. Bring Health and Happiness to Your Life – 7-8:30pm. Learn a simple and effective healing practice that enables you to heal, boost energy, prevent illness and transform your life including relationships and finances. $5-$10. Kailua Shambhala Meditation Center, Aikahi Park Shopping Center, 25 Kaneohe Bay Drive Ste. 205, Kailua. 808-2476884. Kailua.Shambhala.org.

thursday Mākeke Kapolei, Farmers’ and Green Market – 3-6:30pm. Over 30 vendors featuring fresh local

produce, fish, grass-fed beef, baked goods, snacks, crafts and jewelry and educational demonstrations. Kapolei High School in the school parking lot, 915007 Kapolei Parkway, Kapolei. 808-697-3599. Stress Relief Through Yoga – 5-6:30pm. Enjoy health and happiness through a unique blend of stretching, coordination, breathing and meditation exercises. $2, Kaneohe District Park 45-660 Keaahala Rd, Kanaohe. 808-381-6380. Tasty Thursdays – 5-7pm. Sample the items from all departments and see why our products are so special. Whole Foods Kailua, 629 Kailua Rd #100, Kailua. 808-263-6800. WholeFoodsMarket.com/stores/Kailua. Holistic Energy Yoga And Meditation – 8-9pm. Experience light stretching and energy circulation exercises followed by a guided meditation. Learn how to gather energy and use it to heal yourself and more. Kapiolani Beach Park, 3840 Paki Ave, Honolulu. 407-435-0797.

friday Eat the Street – 4-9pm, last Fri of month. A gathering of over 40 of Hawaii’s favorite food trucks and street vendors, offering local delights from shrimp to tropical popsicles and all your favorite snacks in between. 555 South St, Kaka’ako, just west of Waikiki. 808-772-3020. EatTheStreetHawaii.com.

saturday Art at the Zoo Fence – 9am-4pm. Every Sat & Sun, enjoy art along the fence at the zoo and meet the artists. Located on Monsarrat Aveat the Diamond Head end of Waikiki along the Honolulu Zoo fence. There is free street parking along Monsarrat Ave and in the parking lots across the street at Kapiolani Park. Honolulu Zoo, 2760 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu. 808-372-9578.

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62-203 Loko’ea Pl, Haleiwa 808-218-4101 HaleiwaActiveHealing.com Jenna Murad, Licensed Acupuncturist, serves the North Shore and surrounding areas with natural choices for health and well-being. Haleiwa Active Healing is for anyone who has pain, lack of vitality or a chronic degenerative disease.

ARTS SUNSHINE ART GALLERY

47-653 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe 808-239-2992 SunshineArts.net A delightful art gallery along Kamehameha Highway just outside Kaneohe. Laetitia is charming and will greet you with aloha when you come in the door. After a tour of the art at this shop, be sure to pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii.

Dr. Michael B. Russo, neurologist, offers the only Dense-Array EEG (DEEG), in Hawaii. The DEEG may be used to detect, characterize and localize conditions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). DEEG can identify damage in cognitive processing systems that was not seen previously using the most sophisticated currently available neuroimaging techniques. It’a not only used for diagnosis, it is used for therapy as well. Dr. Russo has offices in Honolulu and Hilo. See ad, page 19.

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66-935 Kaukoanahua Rd, Ste 105 Waialua This quaint, little, country, cottage ice cream shop has sitting areas and the most unique children’s gifts. You will want to drop by for a visit, some ice cream and while you’re there you can pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii. Tell Patty a loha from us when you are there.

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.

EDUCATION QUANTUM INSTITUTE INTERNATIONAL FOR HOLISTIC HEALTH 2636 Pamoa Rd 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 26.

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You can address your pain, diabetes, ADHD, arthritis & migranes. Call Julia Estrella to obtain dōTerra Essential Oils. See ad, page 22.

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Our mission is to provide healing and growth to people, in partnership with horses, while upholding high professional and ethical standards. Our practitioners are certified by Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) and/ or Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH International) to provide Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Equine Assisted Learning and Therapeutic Horseback Riding. See ad, page 12.

HOLISTIC HEALTH HALE LAMALAMA KA’ILI

(House of the Radiant Spirit of Health) 1335 Kalanianaole St, Hilo 808-339-7192 HiloHealthyHouse.com Hilo’s Healthy Bed and Breakfast Spa. Hale Lamalama Ka ‘ili (House of the Radiant Spirit of Health) is a bed and breakfasts spa founded by brain injury specialist Michael B Russo, M.D., and dedicated to sustaining and improving the physical and spiritual health of our guests. See ad, page 5.

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315 Uluniu St, Ste 104, Kailua 808-343-1215 HappinessHawaii.com PEMF - Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field Therapy Synchronicity Wave SystemTM – Color and L i g h t T h e r a p y d ō Te r r a Essential Oil Aroma Therapy, Sound Healing by Steven Halpern. See ad, page 23.

NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC 50 S Beretania St, Ste C110, Honolulu 808-533-2011 NaturesSunshine.com

If you are anywhere near 50 S Beretania Street, stop in and visit with Jean Galloway. She is a 32year cancer survivor whose wit and heart are pure. She provides an analysis of your health and recommends products that will improve your condition. Nature’s Sunshine Products offers a full range of Nature’s Sunshine products along with Purium, Fuji-Bio Infrared Mats, Richway Alkaline Water Filtration Units, HTE Chi Machines, dōTERRA Essential Oils, Life Vantage Protandim Supplement, Seacret Facial and Skin Care from the Dead Sea, Theodent Toothpaste and other products for your health and well-being.

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

Great health food store in the heart of Haleiwa. Pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings here on the North Shore.

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59-720 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa 808-638-8081 Foodland in Haleiwa is a busy grocery store with lots of fresh produce meats and a nice fresh bakery and deli along with basic convenience items. Pick up a Natural Awakenings Hawaii magazine at the courtesy counter.

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BEING LOCAL IN HAWAII 808-852-1892 BeingLocalInHawaii.com

Julia Estrella is a multicultural woman who tells a fascinating story about her diverse life in Being Local in Hawai’i. Her book is available at Native Books, the Ward Center, the Okinawan Cultural Center and the Japanese Cultural Center Gift Shop as well as online at her website where you can also learn more about Julia. See ad, page 20.

32 Kainehe St, Kailua 808-262-5604 TheSourceNatural.com Damian & Karen share their 43 years in the natural foods Industry. Be sure to stop in and see their store when you are in Kailua. They are a wealth of info and will gladly share it with you. Pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii while you are there.

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MASSAGE NORIKOHANA MASSAGE 44 Kainehe St, Kailua 808-262-0027 NoriKohana.com

Nori Kohana Massage Therapy is a full-service spa that specializes in massage in Kailua. Nori Kohana Massage Therapy is structured to be a relaxing place. You’ll find a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii in the lobby.

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THE WELLNESS CENTER HAWAII 1016 Kapahulu Ave, Ste 110, Honolulu 808-732-5363 TheWellnessCenterHawaii.com

The Wellness Center Hawaii offers a comprehensive array of services that will put you on the path to health both mentally and physically. Each of the 21stcentury tools used at the Wellness Center has been thoroughly tested by scientists and researchers for their efficacy and safety. Together, we’ll create a plan that fits your needs and starts you on the road to better health. Call today to register for the free Tuesday evening seminar. See calendar listing on page 26 and ad on page 11.

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Pick up Natural Awakenings here, The Umeke Market. If you’re looking for a local alternative to get natural and organic vitamins and supplements that happens to be a cafe, you’ve come to the right place.

NATURAL PRODUCTS NATURAL ALOHA Kaneohe 808-282-5617 Natural-Aloha.com

All of the products are items that Dina Marie Kaniho created herself, out of necessity, so you know that they are natural and chemical free! All products are close to her heart and give her the chance to continue to help heal people! See ad, page 17.

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 23.

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A full-service facility in Kaka’Ako offering doggie day care, grooming and boarding as well as informational workshops and dog training. Poi Dogs’ goal is to socialize, stimulate and educate Oahu’s dog community by offering programs and services that stengthen your bond with your pet. See ad, page 15.

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555 Kapiolani Blvd, Bldg 1509, Honolulu 808-949-5424 VitaminShoppe.com/store/en/ vitamins_minerals/index.jsp There are four convenient, wellstocked 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 Hawaii.

4480 Kapolei Pkwy, Unit 601, Kapolei 808-674-9629 VitaminShoppe.com

Check out the abundant stock and helpful staff at the Kapolei Vitamin Shoppe.

91-199 Kamehamameha Hwy, Aiea 808-487-6180 VitaminShoppe.com/store/en/ vitamins_minerals/index.jsp

Easy in and out of the parking lot at this Aiea Vitamin Shoppe location. The staff is helpful and you’ll find what you’re looking for. Pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings while you’re there.

46-047 Kamehamameha Hwy, Kaneohe 808-235-8705

Located across the street from Windward Mall, stop in and check out their merchandise and pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES HAWAIIAN HUMANE SOCIETY

2700 Waialae Ave, Honolulu 808-356-2200 HawaiianHumane.org/PetVisitation.html The Hawaiian Humane Society has a joyful mission full of challenges and opportunities. They are Oahu’s only openadmissions shelter open every day of the year and are not affiliated with any other island humane society or HSUS or ASPCA. They rely on donations and volunteers to help local animals.

MONK SEAL FOUNDATION P.O. Box 10042, Lahaina 808-268-6758 MonkSealFoundation.org

The Monk Seal Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of the critically endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal. Our goal is clear: to preserve the monk seals for current and future generations to come.

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Together in Bringing Healing and Wellness to Ourselves and Our World A special gathering of people from nations around the globe to share and experience the true spirit of Aloha or Love in Action, which brings natural healing, health and wellness in all areas of our lives, individually and collectively. Meet the most respected and knowledgeable doctors, nurses, nutritionist, dieticians, chefs and other health and wellness practitioners in their ﬁelds, bringing the best information and resources available, helping make a difference in our wold towards total wellness. Spend time and learn along with people who value optimal health, practice healthy habits; enjoy the ﬁnest healthy food and more!

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Here’s just a few of our featured guest speakers. Visit our website to see more. Matthew Nagato, “Sold Out” ﬁlm showings of “IKE” at the recent International Film Festival. Matthew will screen “OLA: HEALTH IS EVERYTHING” and perhaps “IKE” also.

Dr. Shintani, MD, JD, MPH, KSJ is an American physician, attorney, nutritionist, author, lecturer, radio show host and community advocate. He is formally designated a “Living Treasure Of Hawaii”. Sylvia Dolena, Business Transformation Consultant, Executive Leadership Coach, Life Coach, Entrepreneur. Theresa Harding, is invited all over the world to teach classes on essential oils, including hospitals and clinics, massage aesthetic and chiropractic schools, health food stores and some of the most prestigious spas and hotels. Jeff Bow, Master Certiﬁed Life Coach (MCLC), author and keynote speaker. He is the business and life coach to those who seek more meaning in their lives.

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