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t’s been three years since her soul’s departure on August 4, 2016, at 11:50 a.m. My mom. Available to me now in photos and frames, memories and occasional dreams, divine winks and perfectly-timed dimes. The most magnificent soul to have ever blessed me with both her life and her death. You see, I used to fear death. I thought it was unnatural—a scary, dark, fearful “place” to go, where you either burn or glow (poet didn’t know it!). As a kid, I was never quite sure what death had in store for me. I mean, heaven versus hell? It could really go either way as far as I was concerned. That very immature view of death evolved from the belief system (B.S.) I was taught in my cult church, but I never really delved too deep into death’s mysterious allure because, well, fear. And besides, I had no need to. That is, until my mom. She was not well; yet no one “told” her she was dying. The doctors claimed she was fine, despite her organs shutting down and her 30-pound weight loss and her inability to eat. But she knew. And on a subconscious level, I knew too—but the power of the human brain to deny what is happening right in front of your face is never to be underestimated. I was floating that river in Egypt! Until I couldn’t any longer, and then I spent the next three months bawling my eyes out every morning and every night imagining a world where she wasn’t. It didn’t make sense. After a lot of meditation, prayer and begging for guidance, I finally accepted what was happening. And that’s when the real soul work began. I had no choice but to look death square in the eye and figure out what we were up against. “Jerk!” I thought. But...not so surprisingly, what I learned about death softened me. It softened my mom. We talked about it a lot and we both found glimmers of beauty and hope and love in this seemingly cruel human body process. And most importantly, we realized (with real eyes) that she was not dying, her body was. She was forever. And just like a laboring mother goes through the painful, messy, beautiful process of giving birth to a new human soul, my mom’s soul was simply being birthed back to its original home where we are all eventually birthed. A place where there is only unconditional love, light, and beauty. And now, I celebrate death. Not for those of us left behind, of course. It seriously sucks for us. No, I celebrate for the souls of the people whose time on earth was complete. Whose work was done. And I thank them for their service. So that those of us left behind can get on with the heart-breakingly painful, beautiful and strange new reality we now face in a world without them. This is when the real soul work begins. So thank you, dear reader, for carrying on. For honoring yourself in the face of your heart’s greatest aches and pains and allowing yourself to feel it all. For continuing this human journey with grief as your new companion—your new guide. I honor your soul’s path, wherever it may lead. With love,
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Preparing Kids for the Future
16 TAKE A CEREBRAL SPIN Cycling for a Healthier Brain
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17 RECUMBENT TRIKES Designed for Those With Disabilities
18 HEALING HARMONIES Music As Medicine
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Practicing Intentional Self-Love
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20 healthy kids 22 inspiration 23 calendar 23 classifieds 25 farmers’ market 26 resource guide August 2019
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news briefs
Nourish Your Skin at Blue Harmony Organic Salon
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lue Harmony Organic Salon on Spokane’s South Hill is offering an end-of-summer spa special that includes an organic spa facial and AromaTouch dōTERRA oils treatment for only $99. “It’s important for people to nourish parched skin from the harmful effects of sun and heat,” says Quyen Jones. “Our facials utilize the highest quality organic plant-based products, and leave clients feeling relaxed, healthy and beautiful!” The special also includes an AromaTouch dōTERRA oils treatment, which addresses stress, inflammation and immune system support. “Blue Harmony is here to support your emotional and physical healing after all that fun in the sun,” says Jones. “Call to make your appointment before summer is over!” Location: 2308 E. 57th Ave., Ste. B, Spokane. Call 509-828-0303 for appointments. For more information, visit Facebook.com/BlueHarmonyOrganicSalon. See Resource Guide listings, page 29.
Free Vision Screening for Kids Heading Back to School
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he American Optometric Association states that “one-in-four school-aged children suffers from an undetected or untreated vision problem.” Many of these children suffer in silence with headaches, eye strain, poor reading comprehension, and difficulty focusing or concentrating. They are often mislabeled as having ADHD, dyslexia or a learning disability, which is why Inland Vision Therapy in the Spokane Valley is offering free vision screenings for children returning to school this fall. “Vision therapy, also called neuro-visual rehabilitation, helps to improve visual abilities such as eye tracking, visual focusing, binocularity and depth perception,” explains Dr. Rikson Zollinger, developmental optometrist at Inland Vision Therapy. “Through very specific visual exercises and prescribed therapies, we stimulate the brainvision pathways, which allows for a stronger visual system that paves the way for a child to achieve their full potential, and we love that!” Indicators for parents to watch for include avoidance or frustration with “near” work including reading, studying, writing, doing homework or watching TV. In addition, complaints of headache or eye strain, frequent forceful blinking, rubbing the eyes, closing or covering one eye while reading, blurred vision, double vision, floating words, skipping words and lines while reading or having to re-read material are all signs of vision impairment. “It’s important to remember that children often don’t know these symptoms aren’t normal, and don’t think to tell their parents what’s happening,” says Zollinger. “We encourage parents to take advantage of our free screening to see if their child would benefit from a full evaluation and vision therapy.” Location: 1120 N. Pines Rd., Ste. C, Spokane Valley, WA. Free screening includes high-tech eye tracking software to assess tracking abilities, a symptoms survey and other concerns. Based on the findings, a further evaluation may be recommended. For more information, or to make an appointment for a free screening, call 509-590-0607. Be sure to mention you read about it in Natural Awakenings magazine.
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Don’t Overlook this Month’s Holistic Chamber of Commerce Meeting
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he Spokane Chapter of the Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) will hold its August meeting on Tuesday, August 13 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The meeting topic is Know Thyself: The Overlooked Key to Your Business and Marketing Success and will be led by HCC member Deirdre Catlin, owner of Imagine Creations. “My goal is to help clients harness their own creative ability to live a more vibrant and joyful life, both personally and professionally,” says Catlin, who is also a Memory Energy instructor and Life Transformed coach. “In this presentation, I will be guiding holistic business owners to get out of their own way so they can fully discover their true selves and connect more authentically to their audience.” Meeting location: Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S. Bernard. Cost: Free for HCC members; $5 for non-members. RSVP to 509-869-4361 (call or text). For more information, visit HolisticChamberOfCommerce. com/Spokane. To apply for membership, visit HolisticChamberOf Commerce.com. See ad, page 22.
Nonprofit Vegan Farm Sanctuary Seeks Dedicated Volunteers
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erra Farm Sanctuary, located in northwest Spokane, is currently looking for compassionate individuals to assist in the ongoing care of rescued farm animals. “We are in need of several committed volunteers who are able to serve on a Terra Farm Volunteer consistent basis and who have a desire to work with donkeys, sheep, roosters and goats, as well as companion dogs and a parrot,” says Terra Farm Sanctuary cofounder, Rhonda-T Warren. “My partner and I work together to support all aspects of the sanctuary, which is why we are looking for volunteers who are available for three-hour shifts in the mornings or evenings.” Typical shifts include feeding and watering, bedding and yard cleaning, grooming and socializing with the animals. “Experience is helpful, but if you are dedicated to helping animals, we are eager to meet you—and we provide full training,” emphasizes Warren. “We are a vegan sanctuary, and although a commitment to veganism is not required, new and transitioning vegans are encouraged to apply.” For more information or to apply to be a volunteer, visit TerraFarm Sanctuary.org/volunteer, or call 509-368-0670. See ad, page 11.
Visit Vascular Therapy Booth at Latah County Fair
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ue Barrington will be offering free vascular therapy sessions at the Latah County Fair in Moscow, Idaho from September 12 to 15. “Before finding this life-changing biotechnology device, I felt hopeless, helpless and consumed with a feeling of desperation,” shares Barrington. “After I was introduced to the device, I was amazed, and figured if I could lay Sue Barrington on something for just eight minutes twice a day and improve circulation and support my body’s own self-healing and regeneration processes, then that’s what I wanted to do! It saved me, and now I’m sharing it with as many people as I can.” Location: Latah County Fairgrounds & Events Center, 1021 Harold Street, Moscow, ID. For more information, visit LatahCountyFair. com or contact Sue Barrington at 509-595-7485.
The Lotus Spokane Soulebrates One Year
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he Lotus Spokane, a holistic healing collective and rental space in downtown Spokane, is celebrating its one-year anniversary with The Lotus Soulebration weekend from September 6 to 8. “This soul-centered weekend is all about the gratitude and appreciation we have for the energy workers, healers, teachers, artists and clients that have made our first year so magical,” says Sam Karorero, co-owner of The Lotus Spokane. “Our Lotus Soulebration starts with a community dance party and live DJ on Friday evening and then Sam Karorero and Erin Meuer our popular Magic Carpet Ride all day Saturday, offering tarot, henna, oracle cards, reiki, soul portraits, astrology, intuitive reading, treasures and more. We encourage everyone who is interested to attend.” In addition, a group reading and healing session hosted by renowned intuitive, Kathryn Parker, will be held on Saturday evening as well as West African dance classes for both kids and adults on Sunday. “When we started a year ago, we never imagined the powerful response we’d receive. We have been so impressed how the people of Spokane are showing up to do the personal and collective healing work that is the catalyst for positive growth,” shares Erin Meuer, co-owner of The Lotus Spokane. “We are excited to share with our community the even more dynamic offerings coming to The Lotus Spokane during our next trip around the sun! Stay tuned.” Location: 225 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane. Cost: See website for details. Space is limited. For more information or to signup, visit TheLotusSpokane.com. August 2019
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Spokane Power Couple Team Up
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roker and realtor emeritus, Shane O’Neill of Re/ Max Inland Empire, is proud to announce the addition of his wife, Patty Codd-O’Neill, to his team. Codd-O’Neill is a licensed broker in the state of Washington and offers expertise in staging, design work, organization and renovations. “For the past 25 years, my career was dedicated to furniture and design work. I have helped Shane O’Neill and Patty Codd-O’Neill numerous clients choose the perfect pieces of furniture to complete a room, an office or an entire house,” says Codd-O’Neill. “I am thrilled to be utilizing my unique skills to now help my husband, Shane O’Neill, serve our wonderful clients more fully.” Shane and Patty-Codd O’Neill are located at Re/Max Inland Empire, 1311 N. Washington St., Ste. A, Spokane. For more information, call 509-499-0027 or visit TinyUrl.com/ y22yw8em. See ad, page 19.
Recovery Dharma Meetings Offered at Souls Center
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ouls Center, located in the Kendall Yards neighborhood of Spokane, is now offering Recovery Dharma meetings in place of Refuge Recovery. The meetings continue to be offered five days a week both during the day and evenings to accommodate most schedules. “Recovery Dharma is a Buddhist-inspired approach to recovery of all kinds,” says Julia Hayes, founder of Souls Center. “These peer-led meetings include guided meditations, readings from books on Buddhist practices, group sharing and powerful discussion.” In addition to Recovery Dharma, Souls Center offers a Women’s Soul Circle every Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., as well as weekly meditation groups, yoga classes and a variety of workshops. Location: 707 N. Cedar, Ste. 2, Spokane. By donation. For more information, or to see a full schedule of classes and events, visit SoulsCenter.com or ongoing calendar, page 24. See Resource Guide listing, page 30.
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Share Your Gifts this Labor Day Weekend
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ejuvenation Sanctuary located in Sagle, Idaho, is offering an Organic Share Women’s Campout weekend August 30 to September 1. “This weekend is all about women coming together to share and create connections in an organic and meaningful way,” says Rejuvenation Sanctuary owner Heidi Christina Hampe, who is also a health consultant, healer and ayurvedic practitioner. “We encourage individuals and groups of women already in community to come together to share their gifts, wisdom, teachings, food and time in an effort to create powerful communities of women in support of one another.” Attendees can arrive on Friday or Saturday morning and stay a full day, or camp overnight. Rejuvenation Sanctuary also offers overnight accommodations at reasonable rates and would be ideal for groups of women attending together. “We want this to be a weekend for women to decide how they want to show up in community and with each other,” says Hampe. “The only agenda to follow will be the one that organically flows from the groups of women in attendance.” All religions, spiritual beliefs and non-religious beliefs are welcome and encouraged to attend. “Open minds, open hearts, a willingness to share, learn and pitch in to get the jobs done is what this weekend is all about,” emphasizes Hampe. “We hope to see you there!” Location: 88 Kirpals Way, Sagle, ID. Cost: by donation. No children (only babes in arms), no dogs or open fires. Food and camping on own. On-site accommodation available. rates vary. For more information or to register, contact 208-610-4964 or visit Anthrodynamic.com. See Resource Guide, page 28.
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arth after his own car accident 15 years ago which resulted in herniated discs in his lower back and neck. “If my neck was bent at all while I slept, the pain would radiate out into my shoulders, making sleep impossible,” shares the ASAP creator. “I couldn’t use a conventional pillow and ended up trying every neck-support pillow on the market, but nothing alleviated my symptoms or helped me sleep.” So, Wilmarth started experimenting with his own pillow design and the ASAP was born. His pillow worked so well he applied for a patent and began sharing it with others experiencing similar difficulties. “Thankfully, they also found relief,” he says. “My passion is to introduce ASAP to as many people as I can and for them to experience a restful night’s sleep.”
and the shipping was free. Included with the pillow was a five-page information packet and survey, which I thought was helpful. It also included a bag of “fluff ” or top-quality fiber filling as they call it. The pillow itself looked like two smaller pillows sewed between a flat piece of material with a tiny pillow on top and one on the bottom (see photo). The most unique part of ASAP is that it’s adjustable to your own comfort level and has little zippers where you can adjust the amount of filling you want in each compartment. My first night was interesting. I wasn’t quite sure how it would go, but Tildon explained that it might take a few nights to get used to, and to get the fluff adjustments right. My initial observation was that lying on this pillow felt very different than lying on a conventional pillow. My head wasn’t propped up at all—as a matter of fact, I was looking straight up at the ceiling, which was new. According to Wilmarth, this is the point—proper sleep alignment requires the head and back to be on the same plane. I noticed my neck felt supported by the tiny pillow under it, but decided a little more fluff was needed. So, I added it! It was very easy. I fell asleep quickly, and the pillow encouraged me to stay on my back the entire night, which again, Wilmarth says is key to the most ideal sleep posture and restful night’s sleep. When I woke up, I felt great but decided I needed to take out some of the fluff from the main pillow compartments because they were hugging my ears a little too closely. Once I did that, the pillow felt perfect. I can officially declare that I am now hooked on the ASAP. I’ve found the pillow to not only help me sleep better, both on my back and side, but I no longer wake up with a crick in my neck or pain in my back. In addition, I used to need an upper cervical spinal adjustment once a month when my neck would feel ‘out.’ However, since sleeping on this pillow, I haven’t needed an adjustment at all, and it’s been three months! Sold.
My Experience: I ordered a queen size ASAP pillow from Wilmarth’s assistant and sister, Jo Tildon. The price was very budgetfriendly at just $35 for a queen and $39 for a king. My pillow arrived in two days
For more information on the Adjustable Spine Alignment Pillow (ASAP), contact Jo Tildon at 509-780-7836. To order online or for more information, testimonials and howto videos, visit TherapeuticSpinePillows.com. See ad, back cover
A Good Night’s Sleep with the Adjustable Spine Alignment Pillow
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by Amber McKenzie
n Easter Sunday in 2017, my kids and I got rear-ended by a large utility van on a freeway in Portland. The van was going pretty fast when it hit us, totaling my little Honda Fit and leaving me with whiplash and a mild concussion. Thankfully, my kids had only minor injuries. Being optimistic and in relatively good shape, I thought I’d bounce back quickly. What I didn’t realize at the time was the amount of discomfort I’d feel in my neck, back and shoulders for years to come. During the day, I experienced minimal discomfort. However, sleeping was a different story. Every morning I woke up due to a crick in my neck, a middle back ache or numbness in my hands and arms—and sometimes, all three! This was thanks in large part to my neck alignment from fluffy pillows and an incorrect sleeping posture. So, you can imagine once I heard about the Adjustable Spine Alignment Pillow (ASAP), I was very curious to try it. The pillow was developed by Larry Wilm-
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Eggs should only be a now and then thing, the latest research from Northwestern Medicine, in Chicago, indicates. The new study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, looked at pooled data on 29,615 U.S. racially and ethnically diverse adults with an average of more than 17 years of follow up. It found that for every 300 milligrams (mg) of dietary cholesterol eaten per day, risk of death from heart disease increases by 17 percent and mortality from any cause increases by 18 percent. One large egg has a whopping 186 mg of cholesterol in the yolk, and eating three to four eggs a week increases heart disease mortality by 6 percent and all-cause mortality by 8 percent. Frank Hu, M.D., at the Harvard School of Public Health, comments that low to moderate intake of eggs can be included as part of a healthy eating pattern, but they are not essential. Dietary cholesterol also comes from red meat, processed meat and high-fat dairy products such as butter and whipped cream.
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For the one-third of Americans struggling with obesity, new research on probiotics from the Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, in China, offers a promising approach. In a meta-review of 12 randomized, placebo-controlled studies that tested 821 obese and overweight people, probiotic supplementation was found to significantly reduce body weight, weight circumference and fat mass, and to improve cholesterol and glucose metabolism measures. Probiotics were administered in forms that included sachet, capsule, powder, kefir yogurt and fermented milk, in durations that ranged from eight to 24 weeks.
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At least one-third of early deaths could be prevented if people moved to a largely plant-based diet, prominent scientists from Harvard University Medical School have calculated. An international initiative, “Food in the Anthropocene,” published in the medical journal The Lancet, linked plant-based diets not only to improved health worldwide, but also to global sustainability. The report advocates a diet high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes and nuts, and low in red meat, sugar and refined grains. “Unhealthy diets pose a greater risk to morbidity and mortality than does unsafe sex, and alcohol, drug and tobacco use combined,” it concludes. 10
Montmorency tart cherries, first discovered by Roman legionnaires along the Black Sea, have been shown to have potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, according to scientists. Now a study from the UK’s University of Hertfordshire published in the Journal of Functional Foods has found that the cherries can mitigate factors that lead to metabolic syndrome, a condition that increases the risk of stroke, heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. Just two hours after being given cherries in the form of juice or capsules, subjects showed significantly decreased systolic blood pressure, and insulin levels were significantly lower after one and three hours compared to those given a placebo.
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Bagging It
New York State Bans Plastic Bags
On Earth Day, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law a statewide ban on single-use plastic bags in retail stores that goes into effect next March. It’s estimated that New York uses 23 billion plastic bags every year, with 50 percent ending up in landfills and around cities and waterways. New York is the third state in which plastic bags are illegal, after California and Hawaii.
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Pollution Harms Mental and Physical Health
It’s well established that air pollution’s poisons and particles shorten lives, impair learning and increase risk for dementia. Now, a study published this spring in JAMA Psychiatry, which followed 2,232 children in Britain for 18 years, has found significant associations between exposure to air pollution and psychotic experiences during adolescence. Air pollution is believed to be responsible for 7 million deaths per year globally, according to the World Health Organization.
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Opponents Fight Mine in Arizona Desert
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has reversed course without explanation, greenlighting the Rosemont copper mine proposed by Canadian mining company Hudbay Minerals in Arizona’s Santa Rita mountains, 30 miles from Tucson. The Corps approved Rosemont’s Clean Water Act permit this spring after recommending its denial more than two years earlier. Environmentalists, local leaders and indigenous people are suing over the violation of this environmentally sensitive habitat. The Tohono O’odham, Pascua Yaqui and Hopi tribes consider the land sacred. The Cienega Aquifer will be severely impacted by a conical pit a mile wide and up to 2,900 feet deep. Tailings will cover miles of streams and trucks would haul an estimated 50 daily shipments of copper concentrate down the adjacent twolane highway.
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PARENTING Preparing Kids for the Future by Meredith Montgomery
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oday’s children have more opportunities to change the world than ever before. Teenagers are organizing global activism movements, LEGO lovers are mastering robotics and young entrepreneurs are launching successful businesses before they’re old enough to drive. But for Mom and Dad, this fastpaced, technology-driven childhood looks drastically different from their own. To help kids thrive, parents must learn to mindfully embrace today’s modern advances without losing sight of timeless virtues and skills such as kindness, creativity and critical thinking.
Finding Balance After-school hours used to be filled with outdoor free play in which kids independently developed their natural capabilities as self-learners and creative problemsolvers. The Children & Nature Network has reported that just 6 percent of children ages 9 to 13 play outside on their own. Instead, stress and anxiety are on the rise in our competitive culture as many kids attempt to balance heavy homework loads with an overflowing schedule of extracurricular activities. With the ability to connect to the world at our fingertips, Thomas Murray, director of innovation for Future Ready Schools, in Washington, D.C., notes that devices can also disconnect us from those right next to us. “It’s a massive struggle to find balance and mindfulness, but it’s vitally important. How often do we see an AP [advanced placement] kid that is falling apart emotionally? As parents, we need to recognize that kids have a lot on their 12
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Managing Technology The ubiquity of digital devices is a defining difference between today’s youth and that of their elders, making it difficult for parents to relate and know how to set boundaries.
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As senior parenting editor at nonprofit Common Sense Media, Caroline Knorr helps parents make sense of what’s going on in their kids’ media lives. “We can think of media as a ‘super peer’: When children are consuming it, they’re looking for cues on how to behave and what’s cool and what’s normal.” Parents need to be the intermediary so they can counterbalance the external messages with their own family’s values.
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Today’s devices are persuasive and addictive. “As parents, we need to set boundaries, model good digital habits and help kids to self-regulate more—which is our ultimate goal,” Knorr says. To raise good digital citizens, Richard Culatta, CEO of International Society for Technology in Education, in Arlington, Virginia, believes conversations about device use shouldn’t end with screen time limits and online safety. “Ask kids if their technology use is helping them be more engaged and find more meaning in the world or is it pulling them out of the world that they’re in,” he says. “Talk about how to use technology to improve the community around you, recognize true and false info, be involved in democratic processes and making your voice heard about issues you care about.” Parents are often uncomfortable with their kids socializing digitally, but Culatta encourages the introduction of interactive media sooner rather than later, so they understand how to engage with the world online before they are old enough to have social media accounts. Geocaching, which uses GPS-enabled devices to treasure hunt, and citizen science apps provide family-friendly opportunities to engage in both outdoor activities and online communities. “The majority of our kids will need these digital communication skills to be able to work with anyone at any time,” says Murray. He’s witnessed the impact of connecting classrooms around the world, observing, “When students learn to navigate time zones and language barriers to communicate and collaborate, they see that they can solve the world’s problems together.”
Raising Innovators “The world doesn’t care how much our children know; what the world cares about is what they do with what they know,” says Tony Wagner, senior research fellow at the Learning Policy Institute, an education research and policy nonprofit in Palo Alto, California. In his latest book, Most Likely to Succeed: Preparing Our Kids for The Innovation Era, he emphasizes the importance of creative problem-solving and the
joy of discovery, especially as more jobs become automated. “We’re born with a temperament of creative problem solvers. But then something happens. The longer kids are in school, the fewer questions they ask, the more they worry about getting the right answer and fewer and fewer think of themselves as creative in any way,” he says. “Instead of listening and regurgitating, kids need to learn how to find and be a critical consumer of information,” says Murray. Fewer employers are asking for college transcripts—including Google—as they discover the disconnect between what students are taught and what innovative skills they actually need. While most schools are slow to adapt to the modern needs of the future workforce, parents can proactively foster the entrepreneurial spirit and discourage a fear of failure at home by offering safe opportunities for risk-taking and independence. After speaking extensively with compelling young innovators around the world, Wagner discovered that their parents explicitly encouraged three things: play, passion and purpose.
Their children were provided with many opportunities to explore new interests, as well as to learn from their mistakes. “The parents intuitively understood that more important than IQ is grit, perseverance and tenacity. You don’t develop that when Mom is yelling at you to practice; you develop it because you have a real interest.” To create a culture of innovation, Murray encourages teachers and parents to get to know the interests, passions and strengths of today’s children “and prove to them every day that they matter.” When that interest blossoms into a passion, it can lead to a deeper sense of purpose and a desire to make a difference. According to Wagner, this happens when parents and teachers instill one simple, but profound moral lesson, “We are not here on this Earth primarily and only to serve ourselves; we have some deep, profound obligation to give back and to serve others.”
Teaching Kindness In a culture that is obsessed with selfies and threatened by cyberbullies, it’s a tough task for parents to teach compassion and kindness. “We need to create an intentional family culture where virtues like kindness and respect are talked about, modeled, upheld, celebrated and practiced in everyday life. What we do over and over gradually shapes our character, until it becomes second nature—part of who we are,” says Thomas Lickona, Ph.D., a developmental psychologist and education professor emeritus at the State University of New York College at Cortland, and author of
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opping on a derived neurotrophic There is not one bicycle on a neurological disease factor—BDNF—a protein beautiful day that increases during that cannot benefit aerobic exercise. Low or taking a spin class at from aerobic exercise, levels of BDNF have been the gym offers proven cardiovascular benefits linked to obesity, excesfrom Parkinson’s like lowering cholesterol sive appetite, clinical disease to Lou and blood pressure. Now, depression, anxiety and Gehrig’s disease. growing research shows cognitive decline. Accordthat it also packs a power- ~Laurence Kinsella, M.D. ing to a 2016 study by ful punch for brain health. the New York University Aerobic exercise has been found to Langone Medical Center published in the have the greatest impact on cognitive abiljournal eLife, higher levels of BDNF help ity, and low-impact cycling leads the way. decrease symptoms of depression while David Conant-Norville, M.D., a Portland, improving memory function. Oregon psychiatrist, recommends cycling BDNF helps maintain brain health to help children challenged by attention and stimulates the growth of new neurons. deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Pedaling regularly can fire up brain cell production by at least twofold; cycling only 20 to 30 minutes a day can decrease symptoms of Depression and Memory depression—and might even prevent it. “Cycling brings more oxygen and nutrients to the cells,” says Carmen Ferreira, owner of SunShine Barre Studio, in Rocky Point, Cycle for Alzheimer’s New York. “When we ride our bikes, our and Parkinson’s Diseases brains also increase their production of “For years, we’ve been touting the benefits proteins used for creating new brain cells.” of mental exercises for Alzheimer’s disease, Cycling has been shown to sigbut physical exercise is also highly benefinificantly boost the neurotransmitters cial. There is not one neurological disease dopamine and serotonin, as well as brainthat cannot benefit from aerobic exercise,
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When we ride our bikes, our brains also increase their production of proteins used for creating new brain cells. ~Carmen Ferreira from Parkinson’s disease to Lou Gehrig’s disease,” says Laurence Kinsella, M.D., a neurologist at the SSM Health Medical Group, in Fenton, Missouri. According to 2017 Canadian studies involving Parkinson’s patients, cycling improved motor function during a 12-week period. The results, published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, also show a marked improvement in gait. Promising 2018 research published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society reveals cycling and other forms of aerobic exercise to be the most effective activity in slowing Alzheimer’s-related cognitive decline.
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In general, living a sedentary life sets up a hair-trigger stress response in the body, while forms of exercise like cycling help to regulate excessive levels of age-accelerating stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline. Kinsella says, “Exercise like cycling makes us channel that part of the ancient brain that helped our ancestors run from a tiger, and when we engage the brain to run, chase or survive, the aging process slows down.” Cycling can also be beneficial for people with fibromyalgia. Ferreira notes, “I have a few students with fibromyalgia who have reported having more energy, as well as better mood.”
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While cycling can be a memory booster, it can also temporarily impair cognitive function if sessions are too intense or long. Kinsella recommends that his students work up to 75 percent of maximum heart rate. He also emphasizes common sense. “Strive for a reasonable pace, and by that, I mean ramping up your heart rate gradually over three weeks. Go slowly with beginning any vigorous exercise and accept that it will take months.” For Alzheimer’s patients, he recommends breaking a sweat with five, 30-minute sessions a week. Ferreira also advises moderation. “Do as much as your body allows—15, 20 or 45 minutes, the latter being the duration of a full-length class. Have clear communication with the instructor to help you reach your goals.” Whether objectives are accomplished on an outdoor or stationary bike, it is important to be consistent. Kinsella suggests making it enjoyable. “You can get on your bike and watch your favorite television show for 30 minutes or more and get a good workout.” Marlaina Donato is the author of Multidimensional Aromatherapy and several other books. She is also a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.
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Accommodates riders with disabilities. Recumbent trikes provide very low impact to the body, allowing people with disabilities, arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, balance issues and other health problems to get out and ride. Reduces pain and builds strength. For those with back and hip issues or those with rheumatoid arthritis, a recumbent trike may be easier to use due to the reclining position that allows a rider’s weight to spread over their back and buttocks. Easy on the lower back. Recumbent trikes allow a rider to sit back utilizing better spinal posture, as opposed to an upright bike where the rider is hunched over handlebars, putting more strain on the back. Gentle on all joints. The bucket seat of a recumbent trike supports a rider’s lower back and protects knees and ankles from injurious impact. Large, comfortable seat. Seat comfort tends to be a recumbent trike’s most attractive feature. An upright bike has a smaller seat that can be very uncomfortable for many riders. Safety. Recumbent trikes are safer because riders cannot stand up on the pedals which eliminates most of the accidents and injuries that can occur on an upright bike. To learn more about the benefits of recumbent tricycles or to take a test ride, contact Gary at North West Recumbent Cycles in Post Falls, Idaho at 208-818-5491 or visit NWrecumbentCycles.com. See ad, page 31. August 2019
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rom ancient Mongolian shamans that used drumming for physical and emotional healing to modern, board-certified music therapists that work with special needs kids, science now confirms what we’ve always known: Music makes us feel better. Decades after Don Campbell’s groundbreaking work about the cognitive effects of listening to the music of Mozart, growing research reveals music’s ability to reduce chronic and acute pain, restore brain connections after a stroke, boost immunity and promote brain development in children. Recent studies of the benefits of music published in BJPsych International show decreased depression in patients with neuropsychiatric disorders and improvement in people with certain types of epilepsy.
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Listening to music we find pleasurable can have an analgesic effect on the body, and researchers theorize that the brain
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releases a cascade of natural opioids, including dopamine. A pilot study on cancer patients published in the Indian Journal of Palliative Care in 2016 shows a significant reduction of pain when individuals are exposed to music for 20-minute intervals. Music also minimizes chronic pain associated with syndromes like fibromyalgia. Collective studies published in Frontiers of Psychology in 2014 suggest that relaxing, preferred choices of music not only reduce fibromyalgia-related pain, but also significantly improve mobility.
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Board-certified music therapists like Sheila Wall use live and recorded music to catalyze therapeutic changes in their clients. In her Eau Claire, Wisconsin, practice, Wall works with a wide range of clients ranging in age from 3 to 104. “Music bypasses the language and intellectual barriers in the brain that can prevent healing. Music helps the brain compensate for whatever damage
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that has occurred through illnesses, disease or trauma,” she says. “I also work with children to help them build language and motor skills through music. Research last year by the Brain and Creativity Institute at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles has shown that music training strengthens areas of the brain that govern speech, reading skills and sound perception in children. The results, published in Cerebral Cortex, indicate that only two years of music study significantly changes both the white and gray matter of the brain. Kirk Moore, in Wheaton, Illinois, is a certified music practitioner who provides live therapeutic music for people that are sick or dying. He says he sees daily changes through music. “I see heart rates slow down and blood pressure reduced. Breathing becomes steadier; pain and nausea cease.” Moore has also witnessed patients with aphasia—a language impairment caused by stroke or other brain damage—spontaneously sing-along to songs and regain the
ability to speak. One memorable patient could only utter a single word, but listening to Moore ignited a dramatic change. “I sang ‘You Are My Sunshine’ and within seconds, she was singing. After 20 minutes of music, I expressed to the patient my hopes that the music had been helpful to her. ‘Oh goodness, yes!’ she responded.”
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Drumming has been proven to be able to balance the hemispheres of the brain, bolster immunity and offer lasting physical and emotional benefits for conditions ranging from asthma to Parkinson’s disease, autism and addiction recovery. Medical research led by neurologist Barry Bittman, M.D., shows that participation in drumming circles helps to amp up natural killer cells that fight cancer and viruses such as AIDS. Recent research published in PLOS/ONE reveals a profound reduction of inflammation in people that took part in 90-minute drum circles during the course of the 10-week study.
Music and End of Life
Music’s capacity to bring healing and solace also extends to the end of life. Classically trained musician and certified music practitioner Lloyd Goldstein knows firsthand the power of providing music for cancer patients and the terminally ill. “I feel a deep responsibility to be as present as I can possibly be, to what I’m doing, the people I’m playing for,” says Goldstein, who left a secure orchestra position to join the team at The Arts In Medicine Program at the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. “It’s taught me how to be a better musician and a better person.” As much as the musician gives, music gives back. “I end up calmer than when I begin a session. That healing environment travels with me,” Moore says. Marlaina Donato is a composer and the author of several books. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.
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t’s not easy raising children in today’s media-saturated landscape. From TV and video games to internet and mobile devices, our kids are exposed to a steady stream of persuasive marketing messages promoting low-nutrient junk foods. Both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Psychological Association warn that media’s pervasive influence over children’s food preferences increase their risk for poor nutrition, obesity and chronic diseases later in life. Protecting children against marketing forces may seem like an uphill battle, but these strategies can help provide a solid foundation for good health.
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based author of Eat This! How Fast-Food Marketing Gets You to Buy Junk (and how to fight back), says, “Kids don’t want to be duped.” By showing children how the food industry tricks them into buying foods that harm their bodies and the Earth, we can turn kids into food detectives that reject processed foods and sugary drinks.
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children to farmers’ markets and U-pick farms; organic growers reduce exposure to harmful pesticide residues. Kids that might turn up their noses at supermarket spinach tend to eat it in bunches when they’ve helped grow, harvest and prepare it. That’s the story behind Sylvia’s Spinach, a children’s book by Seattle-based author Katherine Pryor.
Liakos, a registered dietitian based in Portland, Oregon, and the author of How to Teach Nutrition to Kids, recommends introducing children to the magic of planting seeds and the joy of caring for a garden—even if it’s simply a pot of herbs on a sunny windowsill or a small plot in a community garden.
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teaching it along with reading, writing and arithmetic in kindergarten. When we cook, we’re in control of the ingredients’ quality and flavor. Plus, cooking together creates parent-child bonding. Invite children to help plan and prepare family meals and school lunches. (Remember to slip a note inside a child’s lunch box with a few words of love and encouragement.)
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families are better nourished, achieve greater academic success and are less likely to participate in risky behaviors. Family meals provide time to share values, teach manners and enjoy caring conversations. To foster peace and harmony at the table, Liakos advises families to “keep emotion out of eating, and allow children control over how much they eat.” Establish rules banning criticism, arguing and screens (TV, phones) during mealtime.
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dren on restrictive diets is a recipe for developing eating disorders. Instead of stigmatizing children by calling them “obese”, Liakos emphasizes creating healthy eating and activity habits for the entire family. Children may overeat for many reasons, including stress or boredom. Pay attention to sudden weight gain, which could be an indication that something is wrong, she says.
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Protect children’s sleep. The American Academy of Pediatrics advises against TVs, computers and smartphones in children’s bedrooms. Children, depending on their age, need eight to12 hours of undisturbed sleep each night to support physical and mental health, and help prevent obesity. Remember that our children are hungriest for parental time, love and support.
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LOVING OURSELVES MADLY Practice Intentional Self-Love t’s not enough to wish for more self-love. We must be intentional about creating it and commit to loving ourselves by practicing these habits every day.
Don’t believe our thoughts. Our minds lie to us all the time, especially where our self-worth is concerned. The moment we become aware we are mentally abusing ourselves, we can refuse to believe these thoughts. The fact is, we are worthy and enough exactly as we are. Any thoughts that contradict this truth are lies. We must not go to war with our mind, but should definitely get in the habit of challenging our mind’s lies and not believing them when they run amok.
Replace self-abuse with self-love. Not believing our crueler thoughts is step one. Replacing them with kinder, more compassionate and loving thoughts is step two. When our minds call us ugly, we must sink into
Set boundaries and enforce them. To love ourselves, we have to set clear boundaries with the people in our lives. State what works and what doesn’t work. If we don’t clearly speak our boundaries, people will trample them, and we’ll only have ourselves to blame. Boundaries show respect for all involved. A lack of boundaries will almost certainly lead to resentment.
Make time for happy places. We all have places that tend to bring us peace and/or joy: a walk among the trees, curled up with a good book, coffee with a close friend. Make time for these experiences. Every second we spend giving energy to the people, places and things that bring us joy is a second of dedicated self-love. It matters. Just as important, pay attention to the people, places and things that are depleting, that feel unhealthy and toxic, and give less energy to them. Knowing what to eliminate can be as impactful as knowing what to add. How we love ourselves is our responsibility. The greater commitment we make to self-love, the greater chance we create of living a more peaceful, joyful and meaningful life. Scott Stabile is the author of Big Love: The Power of Living with a Wide-Open Heart. Learn more at ScottStabile.com.
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our hearts and remind ourselves that we are beautiful, as we are. When our minds insist we’re weak, we must declare our strength. Every single thought and word that speaks to our worth is a powerful and sustaining reflection of self-love. Substitute self-abuse with love as often as possible and then watch our lives change in powerful ways.
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Exploring Spirituality: Through the Eye of the Horse – Aug 9-11. Remove the barriers and reclaim your full spiritual self. Healing You Sanctuary, 1003 S Wheatland St, Medical Lake. 509-876-1802. Register: HealingYouSanctuary.com.
Organic Share Women’s Campout – Aug 30-Sept 1. Create connections in an organic and meaningful way with other women in community. Share teachings, food, wisdom and time. By donation. B&B room rates vary. Camping available for free. Rejuvenation Sanctuary, 88 Kirpals Way, Sagle, ID. Register: 208-610-4964. Anthrodynamic.com.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 Animal Reiki Practitioner Course: Shoden Reiki I – Aug 10-11. 10am-5pm. Activate your healer within and learn how to receive life force energy for self-care and to share with animals. $350. Moscow, ID. Call/text: 208-883-9933. TempleOfLightAcademy.com.
savethedate TUESDAY, AUGUST 13 Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) Spokane Chapter Meeting – 6-7:30pm. Open to area businesses. Topic: Know Thyself: The Overlooked Key to Your Business & Marketing Success. Members/free, $5/nonmembers. Unity Spokane, 2900 S Bernard RSVP: 509-869-4361 HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/Spokane
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 25th Annual Unity in the Community – 10am-4pm. The region’s largest multicultural event. Family friendly. Free. Riverfront Park, Spokane. NWUnity.org.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 Psychic Self-Care Course II: Chakra Awareness – Aug 24-25. 10am-5pm. Enhance your mind-body connection. Learn to unpack and clear emotional baggage, mental obstacles and ignite your spirit. $350. Moscow, ID. Call/text: 208-883-9933. TempleOfLightAcademy.com.
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Dancing the Essence of Archetypes Retreat – Sept 27-29. 5pm, Fri-noon, Sun. Retreat led by WildCore founder Brietta Leader. Explore the healer, warrior, visionary and teacher archetypes through dance, storytelling, silence and ceremony. $250-$325 includes meals. Eureka Retreat Center, 6162 Eureka Rd, Sagle, ID. Register: WildCoreMovement.com/ dancing-archetypes.
savethedate SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 Introduction Course to the World of Medical Intuition – 10am-2pm. Learn the skills necessary to become a professional medical intuitive practioner through the Center for Intuitive Studies.
Spokane. Contact Charles Lightwalker: 509-389-7290
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Creative Rejuvenation Retreat – Sept 6-8. An art, yoga and nature inspired weekend for those seeking reconnection to their creative self. Tuition: $440. Rejuvenation Sanctuary, 88 Kirpals Way, Sagle, ID. 509-703-4303. Register: ArtfulSoulscapes.org/ creative-rejuvination-retreat. The Lotus One-Year Soulebration: Community Dance Party with Live DJ – 6-7:30pm. Celebrate The Lotus Spokane’s one-year anniversity with a community dance party and live DJ. Free or by donation. 225 E Sprague, Spokane. Register: TheLotusSpokane.com.
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savethedate SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 The Lotus One-Year Soulebration: Magic Carpet Ride – 11am-5pm.
Soulebrate our one-year anniversary with tarot, henna, oracle cards, reiki, soul portraits, astrology, intuitive readings, treasures and more. Free Admission. Session pricing varies. 225 E Sprague, Spokane Register: TheLotusSpokane.com The Lotus One-Year Soulebration: Group Reading and Healing – 7-9pm. Group reading with gifted intuitive healing guide, Kathryn Parker. $40. The Lotus, 225 E Sprague, Spokane. Register: TheLotusSpokane.com.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 The Lotus One-Year Soulebration: West African Dance – Noon-1pm (kid’s class); 1:30-3pm (adult class). Join for this fun and lively dance class! Perfect for families. See website for pricing. The Lotus, 225 E Sprague, Spokane. Register: TheLotusSpokane.com.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 The Latah County Fair & BEMER Booth – Sept 12-15. Visit Sue Barrington at her vascular therapy booth for a free session. Latah County Fairgrounds, 1021 Harold St, Moscow, ID. LatahCountyFair.com. Contact Sue Barrington: 509-595-7485.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES NONPROFIT VEGAN ANIMAL SANCTUARY SEEKS COMMITTED VOLUNTEERS – Terra Farm is seeking daily farm work volunteers to help maintain a safe home for rescued animals. Three-hour shifts days or evenings on ongoing basis. Apply: TerraFarmSanctuary.org/volunteer.
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sunday Unity Spiritual Center Group Service – 9am & 11am; Jun 9. Join for joy-filled music that opens the heart; a time of stillness to quiet the mind and body; and dynamic messages that both uplift and challenge us to make our lives, and our world better. Childcare available. Church of Truth Service – 11am. We believe all people are filled with the Spirit of God, and our church helps people search for that connection within. 523 E Garden, CdA. IdahoChurchOfTruth. com.
monday Recovery Dharma Meeting – 6-7pm. A Buddhistinspired approach to recovery from addition of all kinds. Donation. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. SoulsCenter.com or Facebook. com/RecoveryDharmaOfSpokane. Open Mic Night at Calypsos Coffee Roasters – 6-8:30pm. Calypsos legendary Monday night open mic. Signups at 5:30, the fun starts at 6! Music, poetry, comedy, whatever. Come on down! 116 E Lakeside Ave, CdA, ID. CalypsosCoffee.com.
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Recovery Dharma Meeting – 6-7pm. See Monday listing. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. Donation. SoulsCenter.com or Facebook.com/ RecoveryDharmaOfSpokane.
Recovery Dharma Meeting – 10:30-11:30am. See Monday listing. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. Donation. SoulsCenter.com or Facebook. com/RecoveryDharmaOfSpokane.
Casting Shadows – 7:30-9pm. 2nd & 3rd Tues. Exclusively designed for women, this unique candlelight gathering allows women the opportunity to go inward and allow darker aspects of the mind to spend time in the light. Threemonth commitment (one Tuesday per month). $75. Register: SoulsCenter.com.
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wednesday Women’s Soul Circle – 9:30-11:30pm. Honoring the sacred feminine together in community. Grab a cup of coffee and join for the theme of the month. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. Donation. SoulsCenter.com. Recovery Dharma Meeting – 1-2pm. See Monday listing. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. Donation. SoulsCenter.com or Facebook.com/ RecoveryDharmaOfSpokane. Wellness Wednesdays – 6-8pm. Join Deirdre Catlin of Imagine Creations for this weekly evening of peace and healing. Themes vary weekto-week. $35. 225 E Sprague, Spokane. Tickets: ImagineCreations.TicketSpice.com. 509-389-1501. EyeSeeLLC.com.
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HeartMind Meditations – 10-11am. What the mind knows. What the heart resists knowing. HeartMind meditations are designed to bring the mind and heart into more balance and harmony. Donation. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. SoulsCenter.com. Recovery Dharma Meeting – 11:30am-12:30pm. See Monday listing. Donation. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. SoulsCenter.com or Facebook.com/RecoveryDharmaOfSpokane.
saturday Mental Wellness Yoga Group –9:30-10:30am. 4th Sat. Smart Therapy offers yoga to decrease depression, anxiety and stress. $15/nonmembers, $12/members, $60/6-classes. 9708 N Nevada St, Ste 205, Spokane. Preregister: 509-466-0226. SmartTherapyGroup.net.
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South Perry Thursday Market – thru Oct 31. 3-7pm. Fresh, healthy, locally grown Readers are Seeking These food and locally crafted products in the South Readers are Seeking These Providers & Services: Perry neighborhood. 924 S Perry, Spokane. Providers & Services: Natural Health Care Practitioners ThursdayMarket.org. Natural Health Care Practitioners
tuesday Cheney Farmers’ Market – Jun 4 thru Sept. 10am3pm. Fresh local produce and more. 1011 First St, Cheney. Fairwood Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 15. 3-7pm. A vibrant North Spokane farmers’ market. 319 W Hastings, Spokane. FairwoodFarmersMarket.org.
wednesday Coeur d’Alene Wednesday Market – thru Sept 25. 4-6:30pm. Vegetables, flowers and native plants, meats, cheeses, bread, honey and jams. Sherman Ave and 5th St, Coeur d’Alene, ID. KootenaiFarmersMarkets.org. Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint – thru Oct 9. 3-5:30pm. Supporting agriculture through education and a diverse community market. Farmin Park, The Fountain, Third Ave and Oak St, Sandpoint, ID. SandpointFarmersMarket.com.
featuredmarket Kendall Yards Night Market
May 15 thru late Sept. 5-9pm. Kendall Yards Night Market brings friends and neighbors together in our unique location along the Spokane River gorge. Shop for local produce, check out our array of street food vendors, enjoy live music, share a meal with friends or just gather with your neighbors and enjoy the sights and sounds. Summit Parkway, east of Cedar St, Spokane. KendallNightMarket.org. Millwood Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 9. 3-7pm. Supported by community partners, come check out our family-friendly market. 8910 E Dalton Ave, Spokane. MillwoodPC.org. Pullman Farmers’ Market – thru Oct. 3:306:30pm. High-quality, locally grown food and products. Brelsford WSU Visitor Center, 150 E Spring St, Pullman. PullmanChamber.com. Spokane Farmers’ Market – Jun 12 thru Oct. 8am-1pm. Fresh vegetables and fruits, baked goods, meat, eggs, plants and more. 20 W 5th Ave, Spokane. SpokaneFarmersMarket.org.
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Emerson–Garfield Farmers’ Market – Jun 7 thru Sept. 3-7pm. Features more than 20 vendors, weekly events and activities; a great atmosphere with plenty of parking. Adult Education Center, 2310 N Monroe St, Spokane. 509-255-3072. EmersonGarfield.org. Spokane Valley Farmers’ Market – Jun 7 thru Sept 13. 5-8pm. Shop for local and regional produce and more! 2426 N. Discovery Pl., Spokane Valley. SpokaneValleyFarmersMarket.org.
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ACUPUNCTURE
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LISE TAKASHINA, LAC
JULIE GEORGE, ND
Find health, balance, and inner vibrancy through a range of holistic treatments including acupuncture, herbal medicine, Moxa, cupping, essential oil therapy, guasha and other modalities. Takashina is passionate about women’s health and holistic internal medicine including pain management, digestive health, and natural hormone regulation.
Dr. Julie George helps patients restore their health by utilizing naturopathic and environmental medicine protocols. She provides advanced testing, detoxification, supplementation, nutritional/ botanical treatments, and lifestyle education. See ad, page 6.
Peony Acupuncture & Apothecary 302 N 5th St, Coeur d’Alene 208-292-4829 PeonyAcupuncture.com
ADVANCED CLINICAL SKIN CARE EUROPEAN DIVA STUDIO
ADVANCED CLINICAL SKIN CARE 2020 E 29th Ave, Ste 215 Spokane • 509-951-0506 EuropeanDivaStudio.com European Diva Studio promotes youthful, healthy skin by using the latest in anti-aging products and technologies, coupled with natural and noninvasive solutions. Internationally-trained, Master Aesthetician and Certified Aesthetic Consultant provides clients with high-quality, cutting-edge treatments and education on how to attain, preserve and maintain healthy skin on a daily basis.
ASTROLOGY FOR THE SOUL GOVINDA MILLER
Priest River, ID • 208-448-2093 Govinda@AstrologyWithGovinda.com AstrologyWithGovinda.com Govinda has more than 45 years’ experience as a professional spiritual astrologer and counselor. He is known internationally for his intuitive and compassionate guidance and remarkable accuracy. He offers a variety of astrological services to meet your specific needs. Available for in-person and phone appointments.
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Rivercreek Wellness 521 N Argonne Rd, Ste B105 Spokane Valley • 509-919-1385 RivercreekWellness.com
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SMART THERAPY
9708 N Nevada St, Ste 205 Spokane • 509-466-0226 SmartTherapyGroup.net Smart Therapy specializes in natural approaches to treat mental health issues, which may include a combination of talk therapy, nutritional supplements, diet, exercise and more. Their licensed therapists have a wide range of specialties and experience. Most major insurance plans accepted. Call for more information or to schedule an appointment. See ad, page 16.
BEMER VASCULAR THERAPY DEBORAH A. MARTINEZ, MD, LLC BEMER Vascular Therapy 2020 E 29th Ave, Ste 225 Spokane • 509-724-3946
R e t i r e d s u rg e o n , D e b o r a h Martinez, MD, understands the importance of good blood flow for enhanced health and wellness. She offers revolutionary BEMER vascular therapy enhancing blood flow, cardiac function, energy, fitness, mental acuity, sleep and more. Take the free five-day BEMER Challenge! See ad, page 18.
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BODY COMPOSITION & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT JOLENE FISHER
No Bad Days Women’s Wellness Made Simple 521 N Argonne, Ste B105 Spokane Valley • 509-879-7728 Facebook.com/JoleneFisherHealthCoach NoBadDays.biz The No Bad Days woman believes that the power of self-love can heal any wound and help transform her body. The online program, Fat Loss for the Busy Woman, provides a group coaching space where women can receive support through any goal. See ad, page 16.
CBD OILS LOCAL’S CANNA HOUSE
9619 E Sprague Ave Spokane Valley • 509-413-2796 LocalsCannaHouse.com Featuring the highest quality CBD oils, capsules, tinctures and bath salts to help with inflammation, sore muscles, sleep, pain relief, relaxation and more. Allow the friendly Local’s staff to assist in finding the CBD products that are right for you! See ad, page 31.
CBD TOPICAL PAIN RELIEF NAKED SCIENCE TOPICALS Timothy Hedrick Spokane • 509-362-6914 NakedScienceTopicals.com
Naked Science To p i c a l s c r e a t e s CBD-infused skin care products utilizing the highest-quality natural ingredients and testing. Their products have zero THC and have been developed to help en-hance the lives of those looking for a safe and healthy alternative to conventional over-the-counter prescription medications and steroid creams. Call for more information!
CHIROPRACTIC INTELLIGENT BALANCE SPINAL CARE 2310 N Molter Rd, Ste 108 Liberty Lake • 509-924-4443 Info@IntelligentBalance.com IntelligentBalance.com
Not all forms of chiropractic care are the same. Intelligent Balance treats patients using upper cervical chiropractic care by performing the QSM3 technique, which focuses on body balancing. They also specialize in a progression of the NUCCA chiropractic technique that achieves measurable results in a comfortable setting. Schedule a free consultation today. See ad, page 13.
SMART THERAPY
Wayne Lindell, DC 9708 N Nevada St, Ste 205 Spokane • 509-466-0226 SmartTherapyGroup.net Dr. Wayne Lindell is an experienced chiropractor with more than 25 years’ serving the Inland Northwest. His specialties include accident and injury recovery, pain relief, sports performance, pre-natal, weightloss management and overall wellness. Most major insurance plans accepted. Book online or call for an appointment. See ad, page 16.
CHIROPRACTIC & CHRONIC PAIN MANAGEMENT HIGGINS CLINIC NW
Dr. Bill Higgins and Heidi Higgins 1250-B Northwood Center Ct CdA • 208-765-1250 HigginsNW.com Higgins Clinic NW specializes in natural therapies that change lives, including advanced chiropractic, IV therapy, prolotherapy and oxygen therapy for pain, alternative treatments for chronic illness, athletic injuries and overall wellness. Most insurance plans accepted for chiropractic. Patient wellness packages available. See ad, page 19.
CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE EMILY FARISH ACUPUNCTURE 400 S Jefferson, Ste 203 Spokane • 509-217-0448 Info@EmilyFarishAcupuncture.com EmilyFarishAcupuncture.com
Chinese herbal medicine can help you achieve optimal health by providing solutions to feeling better, rather than chasing or masking symptoms. Receive customized herbal formulas to address the root causes of your most troubling health concerns.
COLON HYDROTHERAPY HEALTHY YOU WELLNESS CENTER Annie Patrick 731 W Indiana Ave, Spokane 509-724-2391 HealthyYouCellutions.com
Gain a fresh start by cleansing your major organs. Achieve hydration, activation, and regular evacuation of the GItract. Healthy YOU offers synergistic detox therapies such as colon hydrotherapy on the Angel of Water, BEMER, infrared sauna, and nutritional coaching.
COMPOUNDING NUTRITIONAL PHARMACY SIXTH AVENUE MEDICAL PHARMACY
508 W 6th Ave, Spokane 509-455-9345 • 1-844-250-9007 SixthAvenuePharmacy.com A full-service medical pharmacy, providing custom compounded medications and traditional retail prescriptions. They use the finest, high quality ingredients to make each specially compounded medication, including bio-identical hormones, veterinary, dental, sports medicine, dermatology, chronic pain and more. See ad, page 8.
EMOTION CODE & STRESS REDUCTION MIND-BODY WELLNESS Jennifer Burrows 319 W Hastings, Ste A112 Spokane • 509-242-0856 SpokaneBiofeedback.com
Jennifer Burrows offers holistic stress reduction support that takes into account the whole person – mind, body, spirit. Learn how Emotion Code, HeartMath, integrative nutrition coaching and quantum biofeedback can transform your life. Call for a complimentary 50-minute wellness consultation. See ad, page 8.
ENERGY HEALERS SUSAN FLERCHINGER
Healing Waters Center 101 N Evergreen Rd Spokane Valley • 509-879-3264 SusansEnergy@aol.com HealingWatersCenter.com Are you ready to experience more joy and purpose? Through energy balancing and healing, Susan hleps restore the balance and flow of energy in the body, release physical and emotional blocks, and activate the body’s natural ability to heal. Call for a free consultation.
ENERGY MEDICINE EDUCATION TEMPLE OF LIGHT ACADEMY Dr. Linda “Grace” Kingsbury Moscow, ID • 208-883-9933 TempleOfLightAcademy.com
Explore your potential as a multidimensional being in a supportive environment. Join their fun weekend courses for self mastery and professional development. Sound vibrational healing, animal reiki, clairvoyant practitioner, gong avatar. Readings or sessions in Moscow and from a distance.
ESSENTIAL OILS DōTERRA WELLNESS ADVOCATES J and Pancho Edler Coeur d’Alene, ID • 208-777-5367 PureOilOrder.com
J and Pancho Edler dealt with health issues for years and found a natural solution in 2014 when they were introduced to dōTERRA essential oils. The couple discovered long-lasting relief without side effects and now want Letto usempower help you with yourCall for a free wellness consultation you! or to inquire about educational classes.
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RIVERCREEK WELLNESS IMPROVE GUT HEALTH
521 NWEIGHT Argonne Rd, Ste B105 LOSE DECREASE Valley CHRONIC• PAIN Spokane 509-919-1385 IMPROVE HEALTH RivercreekWellness.com FIR sauna is an affordable treatment for chronic fatigue, chronic pain, depression, detoxification, high blood pressure, skin conditions, weight loss and more. The FIR Sauna at Rivercreek Wellness is non-toxic, low EMF, and made of nonallergenic wood. See ad, page 6. Call Now FELDENKRAIS METHOD 509-919-1385 & STRESS REDUCTION
OKSANA PLUGATAR, GCFP Feldenkrais Practitioner Spokane • 541-285-1604
The Feldenkrais Method offers gentle, innovative movement techniques that assist people of all ages with chronic pain relief, balance, flexibility, injury prevention, increased energy, stress reduction and improved brain function. Oksana Plugatar is a certified practitioner and offers individual sessions and group lessons.
FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION & WELLNESS KATIE NELSON, RD
Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy 508 W 6th Ave, Spokane 509-455-9345 • 1-844-250-9007 SixthAvenuePharmacy.com Katie Nelson specializes in nutrition counseling for optimal health, weight loss, sports performance, food allergies/sensitivities, ketogenic diets, anti-inflammatory diets and microbiome repair. She offers nutrient evaluations and supplement counseling and is available for speaking engagements and special events. See ad, page 14.
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HALOTHERAPY/ RESPIRATORY WELLNESS SALTROOM OF SPOKANE
HOLISTIC SKIN THERAPY AURA BOUTIQUE & SKIN
2838 N Ruby Spokane • 509-255-0505 SaltRoomOfSpokane.com
Analisa Martin 9003 E Euclid Ave, Ste B Millwood • 509-879-2817 AnalisaMartin.com
Dry saline aerosol or Halotherapy provides a gentle respiratory cleanse. Beneficial for relieving lung conditions like bronchial asthma, cystic fibrosis and lingering cough. Helpful in treating skin problems like eczema and acne. If you are seeking non-invasive, relaxing, natural treatment consider Halotherapy.
Analisa Martin is a results-oriented holistic skin therapist dedicated to helping you find your individual glow. Her facial treatments are as equally relaxing as they are effective, utilizing organic, plantbased, vegan, gemstone-infused skincare products. The skin you want is under the skin you have! See ad, page 6.
HEALING MOVEMENT AND MASSAGE
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MOONDANCE MOVEMENT AND MASSAGE Brietta Leader 823 Main St, Sandpoint, ID 208-304-3143 MoonDancerMoves.com WildCoreMovement.com
Brietta Leader inspires selfhealing through movement and massage. Trained in ancient Thai massage, integrative table massage, Soul Motion® Conscious Dance and her own movement form called WildCore™, she blends choreography, conscious dance, breathwork and belonging. Weekly classes, workshops and teacher trainings available.
HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC CHIROPRACTIC LIFECENTER, INC. Dr. Patrick Dougherty 2110 N Washington St, Ste 1 Spokane • 509-327-4373 Spokane-Chiropractic.com
Chiropractors heal nothing. They align you with your innate healing abilities. Dr. Patrick Dougherty utilizes muscle testing to interpret your needs for adjustments, nutrition and more. Suffering from aches, pains, fatigue, brain fog, more? Dr. Pat can help! New patient special available. See ad, page 19.
HOLISTIC HEALTH SANCTUARY & WORKSHOP SPACE REJUVENATION SANCTUARY Heidi Christina Hampe 88 Kirpals Way, Sagle, ID 208-610-4964 Anthrodynamic.com
Ready to retreat into a forest sanctuary and be cared for while you rejuvenate? This is the place to unwind and reset. Private lake, trails, hot tub, sauna, detox baths, CHT (open system), BioMat, c l a s s e s , o rg a n i c f o o d a n d bodywork.
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JAMES BARFOOT, CHT Intentional Hypnosis 827 W 1st Ave, Ste 203 Spokane • 509-230-5035 IntentionalHypnosis.com
James Barfoot’s goal is to help you on your journey to a more productive and vital life. He uses personal hypnosis sessions and powerful personal coaching to permanently change undesired habits and behaviors on a conscious and subconscious level.
MASSAGE THERAPY SMART THERAPY
9708 N Nevada St, Ste 205 Spokane • 509-466-0226 SmartTherapyGroup.net Massage can alleviate pain, increase flexibility, improve immune function, decrease depression and anxiety, improve health and more. Their professional therapists have a wide range of specialties and experience. Most major insurance plans accepted. Book online or call for an appointment. See ad, page 16.
MEDICAL MARIJUANA SUPPORT SERVICES PATIENTS FOR PATIENTS MEDICAL Tracy Sirrine 408 N Mullan Rd, Ste 101 Spokane Valley • 888-204-1260 2807 W Washington Ave Yakima • 888-204-1260 Fax: 888-204-1280 PatientsForPatientsMedical.com
A compassionate group of medical and administrative professionals assisting patients in Washington obtain the right to use cannabis medically. They provide a service that enables patients to see medical providers that will help them in their holistic health decisions.
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MINERAL THERAPY WONDERS OF THE WORLD Located in the Flour Mill 621 W Mallon Ave Spokane • 509-325-2867 WondersOfTheWorldInc.com
Quartz is said to be the most powerful mineral on earth. It is earth’s light for the world to use to empower everything around it. The light of quartz is used by metaphysicians to send and receive energy and to strengthen and heal. See ad and coupon on page 3.
NATURAL CLEANING SERVICES INLAND NORTHWEST GREEN CLEAN
Amanda Drake Spokane, WA • 509-671-5775 (call/text) InlandNWGreenClean@Outlook.com Facebook.com/InlandNWGreenClean “A Clean Place Makes a Happy Space.” Bring more joy to your space! Specializing in detail and maintenance cleaning utilizing allnatural cleaning products to meet clients’ health and wellness needs. Discounts for weekly clients.
NATURAL PAIN RELIEF CHAZAEL LOTION
Joshua Tree Physical Therapy 8475 N Government Way Hayden, ID • 208-772-9774 Chazael-Lotion.com Chazael lotion is a safe and effective natural pain relief product formulated and proven highly effective for patients suffering from pain due to arthritis, injuries, surgeries and joint and muscle stiffness. View their testimonials and lotion-use tutorials at Chazael-Lotion. com. See ad, page 2.
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NETWORKING GROUPS HOLISTIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SPOKANE CHAPTER
Amber McKenzie • 509-869-4361 Spokane@HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/Spokane The Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) is an international trade organization for holistically-minded professionals, business owners, and resource providers. They are member-focused through their ever-expanding national online presence and network of local chapters. The Spokane Chapter meets the second Tuesday of every month from 6-7:30pm. Join today! See ad, page 22.
ORGANIC HAIR & BODY TREATMENTS MICKI, LMT & HAIR STYLIST
Blue Harmony Organic Salon 2308 E 57th Ave, Ste B Spokane • 509-828-0303 Facebook.com/BlueHarmonyOrganicSalon Micki created Blue Harmony Organic Salon to be a calm and healthy space for clients to relax and rejuvenate. In addition to hair, she offers AromaTouch treatments, dōTERRA essential oils, reiki and customized massages. Be relaxed, be healthy, be beautiful.
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Kristen Fuller 2312 N Cherry St, Ste 200 Spokane Valley • 509-926-5392 KSalonOrganic.com K Salon uses 100% pure, certified organic hair color, with no gluten, heavy metals or ammonia. Kristen Fuller is a licensed skin and hair expert, a wholistic body rejuvenist, and certified aroma-therapist who cares about each client’s health and wellness.
ORGANIC SALON SERVICES PAULA SABINS, MASTER STYLIST
Blue Harmony Organic Salon 2308 E 57th Ave, Ste B Spokane • 509-828-0303 Facebook.com/BlueHarmonyOrganicSalon Paula has more than 30 years’ experience as a master stylist and is dedicated to taking a holistic approach to her clients’ health and beauty needs. In addition to designer haircuts, she offers organic colors and permanents. Be relaxed, be healthy, be beautiful.
ORGANIC SKIN & NAIL SERVICES QUYEN JONES, LICENSED COSMETOLOGIST
Blue Harmony Organic Salon 2308 E 57th Ave, Ste B Spokane • 509-828-0303 Facebook.com/BlueHarmonyOrganicSalon Quyen offers a variety of organic skin and nail treatments, including microblading brows, lips and eyes utilizing organic ink, and organic pedicures, manicures, seaweed gel nails and organic facials. Call/text 509-608-9133 for free microblading consultation. Be relaxed, be healthy, be beautiful.
ORGANIC SKINCARE & MEDICAL AESTHETICS EMILY ELIZABETH SKINCARE STUDIO 30 E Sprague Ave, Ste C Spokane • 509-475-3284 EmilyElizabethSkincare.com
Emily Elizabeth is a Medically Trained Master Aesthetician with more than 16 years experience in the spa industry. Her natural approach to skincare is complemented by high quality medical-grade and organic skincare products. Treat your skin to a luxury facial and book online today! See ad, page 14.
PAIN FREE & ACTIVE TREVOR GEORGE, ND
Rivercreek Wellness 521 N Argonne Rd, Ste B105 Spokane Valley • 509-919-1385 RivercreekWellness.com Are you having knee pain but fear surgery? Proliferative therapy is a non-surgical treatment for musculoskeletal conditions. Joint pain, arthritis, sprains, strains, overuse injury, degeneration and/or inability to heal after surgery. Contact us to learn more. See ad, page 6.
PET MASSAGE PEACEFUL PAWS MASSAGE Pam Duckmanton 509-768-5939 PeacefulPawsMassage.com
Certified by the Washington State Department of Health, Pam Duckmanton is a highly-qualified small animal massage therapist trained in animal reiki, acupressure and aromatherapy techniques. She travels to clients’ homes to assist pets with a variety of issues at affordable rates. See ad, page 19.
PLANT-BASED HAIR CARE GINA ANGELO
SpokaneMOdernNATure Spokane • 509-990-7353 GinaAngelo@MyMonat.com GinaAngelo.MyMonat.com With three years’ experience, Gina Angelo is passionate about helping others change their lives. Marketing the world’s best-selling premium hair care, she can help you conquer issues including, hair regrowth and hair loss, plus an incredibly rare opportunity to dream big.
PSYCHIC READINGS PSYCHIC ANGEL READINGS Cindy Gardner Nine Mile Falls, WA 509-468-9001 HolisticFestivals.com
Cindy Gardner is a gifted psychic known for her compassionate accurate readings, covering such topics as: love, career, pets, dreams, past lives, life goals and angels. Her helpful guidance and coaching empower people in making decisions and understanding their life situations.
REAL ESTATE SHANE O’NEILL
RE/MAX Inland Empire 1311 N Washington St, Ste A Spokane • 509-499-0027 ShaneONeillSells@comcast.net Shane O’Neill is a Spokane native with more than 40 years’ experience selling homes in the Spokane area. From estate sales to trendy condos, he enjoys the diversity in housing possibilities and guiding his clients to the home that is right for them. See ad, page 19.
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Do you struggle with balance, MS, have a physical disability, arthritis, autoimmune disease or other health issue? You can still exercise! Recumbent bicycles are ergonomically designed, safe, reliable and fun. Test ride a recumbent cycle today and start exercising! See ad, page 31.
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SOUL RETRIEVAL
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Jennifer Brown 923 E Sherman • CdA 208-691-8865 Facebook.com/HealingCenterOfLove Through Reiki, aromatherapy and spiritual counseling, Jennifer helps clients relax, find balance, peace and manifest their true dreams, all at affordable rates. Experience the now moment and start your own healing journey with Jennifer today.
LIFE SPRING AWAKENING Nona Lowe Spokane • 425-791-0413 LifeSpringAwakening.com
Soul retrieval is a shamanic ceremony using ancient methods to return a person’s fragmented self to wholeness. This deeply healing ceremony is for those with a true desire and commitment to heal. Contact for a free 30-minute consultation.
SPECIALTY COFFEE SEXUAL HEALTH & WELLNESS INLAND WELLNESS & VITALITY Jacob Deakins, MD 316 W Boone Ave, Ste 350 Rock Pointe Tower Spokane • 509-474-0145 Info@InlandWellnessAndVitality.com InlandWellnessAndVitality.com
Dr. Deakins recognizes sexual health is vital to a vibrant and healthy life. Inland Wellness & Vitality practitioners are certified and trained in multiple cuttingedge therapies which can enhance and increase sexual function and fulfillment for men and women of any age. See ad, page 3.
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SPIRITUAL CENTERS SOULS CENTER
Julia Hayes 707 N Cedar, Ste 2 Spokane • SoulsCenter.com
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The Adjustable Spine Alignment Pillow (ASAP) is ergonomically designed to support and maintain proper curvature of the neck and cervical spine as you sleep. Ideal for back and side sleepers, the pillow is adjustable to each customer’s unique comfort needs. Order online today! See ad, back cover.
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Unity offers practical, spiritual teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. If you are looking for a transformative, spiritual home and want to build a better life and world, please join us. We are an open and affirming community. Everyone is welcome.
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Terra Farm Sanctuary provides a safe and loving home for rescued animals to live out their lives free from exploitation. The sanctuary share information on ethical veganism and plant-based alternatives to animal products. Dedicated volunteers and donors are always needed! See ad, page 11.
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READY FOR RELIEF FROM NIGHTTIME BACK PAIN?
Adjustable Spine Alignment Pillow (ASAP)
The ASAP is ergonomically designed to support and maintain proper curvature of the neck and cervical spine as you sleep. The hole in the center cradles and tilts your head back, opening your airways to increase oxygen and reduce snoring and apnea. You can remove or add filling to the side cushions via zipper openings to customize support for maximum comfort of shoulders and neck when sleeping on your side.
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Adjustable Lumbar Pillow
The Adjustable Lumbar Pillow is specifically designed to ease and alleviate back pain and support both hips and the lumbar spine while sleeping on your back. It also supports the soft portion between your hips and ribcage when sleeping on your side. All cushion portions are adjustable via zipper openings.
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“I developed the pillow after a car accident herniated a disc in my neck and lower back. I found that I couldn’t get comfortable on any regular pillow and had to sleep on my back or the pain radiated out into my shoulders. It took me years to develop and patent a neck support pillow that would allow me a pain-free night’s sleep. Everyone who has one is very appreciative and this is why I work so hard to get it out there.” - Larry Wilmarth, Owner and Creator See What Our Customers Are Saying “I have had medical issues and injuries to both of my shoulders and have had serious problems with sleeping and waking up in the morning with my shoulders aching from sleeping on my side. I was reluctant to use this pillow since I am a side sleeper and did not think the pillow would work for me. How wrong I was! Before I knew it, I was waking up in the morning without my normal shoulder pain and felt more rested and ready for the day. I highly recommend this pillow to anyone who suffers from neck and shoulder pain, upper back pain or anyone looking for a good night’s sleep.” - Mike T. “I have been using the Adjustable Spine Alignment Pillow for about six months now and I love it! I used to have restless sleep always tossing and turning and waking up with a crick in my neck. Since using the pillow, I have been sleeping better than ever. The beauty of this pillow is that it is adjustable. When one of the neck pockets gets padded down, I just add a little more filling. I would highly recommend this pillow!” - Donna W.
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