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MIGHTY MUSHROOMS A Boost for Brain and Body

CONSCIOUS FATHERING Knowing Ourselves Comes First

BRAIN HEALTH Smart Strategies for

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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.

Starting at $20

“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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y favorite month of the year has arrived! We’re smack dab in the middle of 2019, summer is coming, days are getting longer, barbecue season is starting, Father’s Day is just around the corner and it just so happens to be my birth month. June will mark the 44th rotation around the sun that I have had the privilege of experiencing, and what a trip it’s been. For many of us, birthdays are a time to celebrate, appreciate and honor the aging process, which can feel great or be kind of depressing. I’ve experienced both ends of that spectrum and I’ve finally come to a place where birthdays are way more than aging and checking off another year. When celebrating the birthdays of friends or family members, I try to make it an opportunity to honor that person’s unique essence in the world. Not their accomplishments or their ‘doings’ – but what has their ‘being-ness’ blessed in me and in the world around them? What would life be like if they were no longer here? When considering these questions, I have no choice but to see the person through a lens of pure appreciation and gratitude. And when I’m really on it, I will write these appreciations down and share them - because who doesn’t want to know how their presence has made a difference? It’s not as easy, but I also try to do this with myself and I encourage you to do the same on your next birthday. Ask yourself, “When I am fully connected to myself and those around me, what bubbles up?” or “When I am at my most loving, what do I feel like expressing or sharing?” The answers you receive are your unique gifts in the world, and we all want you to be more of that, mmm-K? Now get on it.

But before you do, let’s dig into the June issue of Natural Awakenings! This month is dedicated to brain health, fatherhood, medicinal mushrooms, astrology and so much more. Check out our fabulous local news briefs covering everything from spine alignment pillows to help with sleep, organic salon specials to educational workshops and the first annual Summer Solstice event in Coeur d’Alene! We are also highlighting the amazing Shane O’Neill, Realtor Emeritus and all-around great human being in this month’s Community Spotlight. Please don’t miss all the incredible calendar listings going on in June, July and August as well, including yoga camps for kids, more farmers’ market listings, VegFest, reiki, weekly meditations and more.

Oh, and one more thing! I will be giving the message at Unity Spiritual Center on Spokane’s South Hill on Sunday, June 16 at 10 a.m. and would like to invite anyone interested in attending to swing by. We are an open and affirming space where heart-centered inquiry, meditation and spiritual self-discovery are celebrated and encouraged. If that resonates at all, I would love to see you there!

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10 SHANE O’NEILL 10 Realtor Emeritus, Talks Housing in Spokane

12 BRAIN-SAVERS Smart Strategies for Preventing Dementia

15 FATHERHOOD’S PAIN AND GLORY

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We Must Face Our Own Story First

16 MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS

Beyond Buttons and Portabellas

17 THE POWER OF CORDYCEPS

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Demystifying Health Insurance for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Providers

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he Spokane Chapter of the Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) will hold its June meeting on Tuesday, June 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The meeting topic is Demystifying Health Insurance for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Providers and will be led by HCC member Morgana Samora, owner of Advantage Dx.

Advantage Dx is a consulting company run by Samora that works closely with CAM providers and health insurance companies across the nation. Samora is dedicated to teaming up with providers to streamline their administrative processes, software, insurance and customer billing logistics to achieve long-term success.

A graduate of Stanford Law School, Morgana is also a legal consult for the National Center for Integrative Health (NCIH) and has written the CAM scope of practice for Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Cigna health insurance companies. “I strongly believe that every person on the planet should have access to complementary and alternative medicine, and that insurance should cover it,” emphasizes Samora. “I look forward to sharing more information about this important topic at our next HCC meeting!”

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 HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 29.

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Adjustable Spine Alignment Pillow (ASAP)

fter years of painful sleep due to a neck and back injury, local resident Larry Wilmarth took matters into his own hands and developed the Adjustable Spine Alignment Pillow (ASAP), a revolutionary pillow that helped alleviate his own pain and created a better night’s sleep.

Due to his dramatic results, as well as those of friends and family, the Adjustable Spine Alignment Pillow is now available to the public through his company’s website

TherapeuticSpinePillows.com.

“After an auto accident 15 years ago that herniated a disc in my lower back and neck, I could no longer use a conventional bed pillow. If my neck was bent at all, pain would radiate into my shoulders,” explains Wilmarth. “After months of experimentation, I designed and developed an adjustable pillow for my head and neck that encouraged a more ideal sleeping posture, alleviated my back, neck and shoulder pain and allowed a better night’s sleep.”

Wilmarth is passionate about sharing his creation with those who need it most.

“Everyone who has tried this pillow is very appreciative, which is why I’m working hard to get it out there to those seeking a healthier night’s sleep.”

The pillow is designed to encourage back sleeping as well as back-to-side sleeping while keeping the spine aligned and supported. “Best of all, it’s fully adjustable to accommodate each customer’s unique comfort needs,” says Wilmarth. “I encourage anyone who is seeking a better night’s sleep to try it!”

Cost: Queen size pillow is $35; King size is $39. Free shipping. To order or for more information, testimonials and how-to videos, visit TherapeuticSpinePillows.com or call 509-7807836. See ad, page 2.

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South Hill Organic Salon Offers Specials on Popular Treatments

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lue Harmony Organic Salon on Spokane’s upper South Hill is offering a 40 percent discounted special on microblading for eyebrows and lips utilizing organic ink, as well as a $55 Spring Organic Facial through the month of June.

“Microblading enhances the appearance of eyebrows and lips utilizing organic ink and tiny needles that allow fine, short strokes resembling hair for brows or fine lines for the lips,” says licensed cosmetologist, Quyen Jones. “It’s amazing the difference microblading can make in how a person looks and feels, especially for those with thinner eyebrows or those wanting a more naturalQuyen, Paula and Micki looking lip color and definition.”

“The motto at Blue Harmony Organic Salon is be relaxed, be healthy, be beautiful,” says salon stylist and licensed massage therapist, Micki. “We offer so much more than regular salons and pride ourselves on our healthy and organic approach to salon products, services and therapies.” For example, in addition to hair, Micki also offers AromaTouch treatments with dōTERRA essential oils, reiki and massage.

Master stylist, Paula Sabins is also committed to serving clients with a holistic approach to hair by offering organic colors and permanents, as well as designer haircuts and styles. “Both Micki and I have 32 years of experience doing hair, and we’ve both worked with harsh chemicals and in loud salons in the past,” says Sabins. “Blue Harmony is the place we have always dreamed of—it’s calm, relaxing and committed to health. We love our clients and our clients love us!”

Microblading with organic ink special through July: Eyebrows $250 (regularly $400), Lips: $350 (regularly $500). Call/text 509-608-9133 for free consultation. Spring Organic Facial through June: $55. Location: 2308 E. 57th Ave., Ste. B, Spokane. Call 509-828-0303 for appointments or visit Facebook.com/BlueHarmonyOrganicSalon. See Resource Guide listings, page 29.

Horse Course for Tweens and Teens

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ealing for Horses Sanctuary is offering two workshops specifically designed for tweens and older youth from June 17 to 20. This four-day equine facilitated learning program teaches basic emotional health constructs and strategies to recognize patterns of behavior in a safe environment.

“Our morning session from 9:30 a.m. to noon is For Tweens: Power Tools for Living and is designed for those ages 10 to 14,” says Gloria Lybecker, owner and lead instructor. “Our afternoon session runs from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is For Older Youth: Horses Helping Humans and is designed for those ages 15 to 18.”

According to Lybecker, a keystone of this program is full acceptance of each youth participant and where they are in their life journey, as well as the foundational belief that each person has their own best solutions within. “We explore the important skills of selfunderstanding and discovery as well as compassionate self-witness and knowing what does and does not promote well-being,” she says. “We also engage in connectedness and relationships, empathy, responsibility, anger management, self-control, conflict resolution, choices and consequences—all of which are vital as we grow up.”

Cost: $325 and includes handouts, healthy snacks and wellness water. Location: 1003 S. Wheatland St., Medical Lake, WA. Limited spaces available. No previous horse experience required. For more information, contact Gloria Lybecker at 509-876-1802 or visit HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com.

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news briefs

Gemstone Folklore Class Offered at Wonders of the World

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Terra Farm Sanctuary provides a protected and loving home for neglected, abused and abandoned animals to live out their lives in peace; free from harm and exploitation.

onders of the World will host a Gemstone Folklore class on June 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Wonders of the World Bead Shop located in the Flour Mill in Spokane.

Kendall Barclay will teach the class which offers an interactive, hands-on experience that is designed to help attendees understand the history of gemstone metaphysics and the meaning of the major gems and minerals.

Cost of class: $20; includes gemstone. Location: 621 W. Mallon St., Spokane. For more information, call 509-325-2867 or sign up in the Bead Shop. See ad and coupon, page 31.

Metaphysical Summer Solstice Event in Coeur d’Alene

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he Church of Truth, with its new minister Reverend Dennis Ashley, and the Coeur d’Alene Metaphysical Resource Center are teaming up to host the first annual Metaphysical Summer Solstice Event in Coeur d’Alene June 21 and 22.

The Summer Solstice celebration will begin on Friday at 7 p.m. with a drumming circle and continue on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a Metaphysical Vendor Fair showcasing local seers, holistic healers, energy workers, metaphysical services and products.

“The Summer Solstice has marked pivotal points in human history including the rise of the Nile River, the one-month countdown to the Olympics in Ancient Greece, and commemorating the birth of John the Baptist,” says Reverend Ashley. “We are excited and honored to be joining forces with the Metaphysical Resource Center in bringing together spiritually motivated individuals and groups to celebrate this very special time in our calendar year.”

Ashley says the intention is to make the Metaphysical Summer Solstice an annual event in Coeur d’Alene. “We want to encourage anyone and everyone interested in metaphysics, spirituality, love and connection to attend. It’s gonna be rockin!”

Admission: Free. Location: Church of Truth, 523 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. For more information, contact Murphy at 509-2302112 or visit IdahoChurchOfTruth.com. See ad, page 3.

Developing Embodied Awareness and Shadow Work with Horses

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ealing with Horses Sanctuary is offering two four-day intensive workshops. The first one titled The Wisdom of the Herd 1, is being held from July 11 to 14, followed by Constellations with Horses: Softening the Shadow Sides of Self from July 18 to 21.

The Wisdom of the Herd is the first workshop in this two-part series designed specifically for those individuals in the healing professions. “This workshop is about developing embodied awareness and skills to support clients to heal by accessing the wisdom of their own body,” says Gloria Lybecker, owner and program instructor. “Many contemporary approaches to treating trauma emphasize gradually reconnecting clients with their bodies in order to rewire the brain and nervous system. However, tapping into bodily wisdom is also hugely beneficial for anyone wanting to process grief, heal anxiety, develop self-confidence and self-trust, transform the emotional components of physical illness, or simply understand themselves better and live a more fulfilling life.”

The Constellations with Horses workshop integrates cutting edge neuroscience and HeartMath science with Lybecker’s Healing Herd of seven horses. “This work opens the door to understanding how much information is coming in through our bodies,” explains Lybecker. “As comprehension deepens, we experience how we can effectively partner with horses and nature for conscious movement in our world.”

Lybecker emphasizes the power of horses in teaching bodily awareness. “They live fully present in the moment to every sensation and emotion and are finely attuned to their herd members and the wider environment,” she says. “The capacity to extend this awareness to their relationships with humans makes them excellent teachers.”

Cost for each workshop: $1,150. Location: 1003 S. Wheatland St., Medical Lake, WA. Limited spaces available. No previous horse experience required. For more information, contact Gloria Lybecker at 509-876-1802 or visit HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com.

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Smart Therapy founder, Candace Smart, believes strongly in treating mental and physical ailments naturally. “Natural treatment can mean a lot of different things, such as: behavior modification, cognitive restructuring, massage, spinal manipulation, exercise, stretching, diet changes and/ or nutritional supplementation. Our doctors and therapists will work with you to find natural treatments, not push prescription medications. By treating the mental and physical self together, treatment is typically faster and longer lasting,” she affirms. “This is the perfect Father’s Day gift for that special man in your life.”

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Shane O’Neill, Realtor Emeritus, Talks Housing in Spokane

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rom sky-high interest rates during the mid-1980s to the Great Recession of 2008, Shane O’Neill has seen remarkable trends during his 43-year career in real estate. Yet through perseverance, ethics and solid customer service, O’Neill has weathered the whirlwinds of a profession that often experiences high turnover.

O’Neill, a real estate agent and Realtor Emeritus with Re/Max Inland Empire, started his career in April 1977, when he was in his 20s. His father was a broker and owned J. Pat O’Neill Realty. O’Neill considers his business a boutique real estate service, focusing on personalized service. His solid reputation among peers and clients has earned him a base of mostly repeat and referral customers. Through Re/Max, a full service real estate company, he’s also able to offering staging, consultation and organizational services.

During his four-plus decades in the profession, O’Neill has watched Spokane blossom. “The current state of affairs in Spokane real estate is very strong, and I don’t see it slowing down over the next decade,” he observes. Spokane’s unique blend of urban amenities and close proximity to nature and outdoor recreation are an attractive draw, along with homes that cost a fraction of those in Seattle or Portland, Oregon.

“We’re seeing millennials coming back to Spokane because of the high prices along the whole West Coast,” O’Neill says.

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schools, specifically Washington State University’s Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, is drawing students, teachers and staff. Amazon’s distribution center is also attracting new employees to Spokane.

The high demand for housing in Spokane has not come without challenges, O’Neill affirms. “What we need in Spokane is more affordable housing. We see that in customizing older buildings, like repurposed warehouses and several projects built out in the early 2000s, but we’re lagging behind the demand, and the supply is very short right now,” he notes. “There’s a historically low inventory of homes for sale based on the population growth.

Contractors pulled in their reigns after the 2008 downturn and didn’t wrap it up quick enough to keep up with what’s now a high demand.”

O’Neill states that City of Spokane leaders are helping to ease challenges through more lenient lot specifications,

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allowing smaller homes to be built on narrower lots than previously allowed in the past. Sometimes, construction of two homes is permitted on one lot.

Homes in the $150,000 to $300,000 range are the hottest market right now, and O’Neill also sees “green” trends, such as people seeking energy efficient housing or smaller homes. “The green packages that new home construction is implementing are much more energy efficient than they were in the 1980s and 1990s, and a lot of that is due to green certification and builders using a high standard of insulation, caulking, high energy efficient furnaces, window packages and some solar. Also, the huge mega-mansions that were popular in the 1980s and 1990s are less popular now.

People don’t want to make that big of an imprint on the world and want a simpler lifestyle.”

O’Neill keeps his finger on the pulse of the Spokane real estate market through staying active in the industry. After 40 years of continuous membership in the National Association of Realtors, he was bestowed Realtor Emeritus status. Other requirements of that designation include continuing education every two years, serving on ethics boards, and doing community service. O’Neill volunteers with Gonzaga Men’s basketball, Hoopfest, Bloomsday and Spokane Second Harvest Food Bank.

“My main rewards are the hundreds of people I’ve helped and developed relationships with,” he enthuses. “I love working with people and providing a service they need and a level of trust they can count on. I do something new every month, and it is exciting going to a closing with a first-time home buyer or helping someone downsize or settle up an estate.”

Shane O’Neill is located at Re/Max Inland Empire, 1311 N. Washington St., Ste. A, Spokane. For more information, call 509-499-0027 or visit http://tinyurl.com/ y22yw8em. See ad, back cover.

Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.

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T Magnesium seems to optimize vitamin D, increasing the vitamin’s utilization for those with insufficient levels and decreasing it in those with excessive amounts. In a randomized trial of 250 people between ages 50 and 85 that were considered at risk for colorectal cancer, researchers at the VanderbiltIngram Cancer Center found that changes in blood levels of vitamin D were significantly affected by the intake of magnesium—a mineral in which 80 percent of Americans are deficient. In addition to supplements, magnesium-rich foods include dark leafy greens, beans, whole grains, dark chocolate, nuts, avocados and fatty fish such as salmon.

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Legal Pot Lifts Junk Food Sales Apparently, the fabled marijuanainduced “munchies” cravings don’t have people reaching for carrots. A new study from the University of Connecticut found that shortly after Colorado, Washington and Oregon legalized recreational marijuana, increases in purchases were recorded in those states for potato chips (5.3 percent), cookies (4.1 percent) and ice cream (3.1 percent).

he human brain is one of the most powerful tools we posses to influence our health and performance—both cognitive and athletic. Daily, we’re faced with constant threats to its well-being from our contaminated, toxin-laden food supply to the extreme demands placed on us at the workplace to maintaining our social status and family relations. Pair this with the stress and anxiety we begin to feel as a result from trying to keep up and it’s no wonder our brain function begins to decline. Thankfully, we can prevent this cascade by nourishing our bodies through proper nutrition and brain boosting supplements, such as DHA fish oil, Ltheanine, probiotics and ashwaganda.

DHA fish oil is an essential omega-3 fatty acid and a prime player in mood, memory, and cognition. It offers protection for existing brain cells and helps combat inflammation.

L-theanine is an amino acid capable of easing anxiety and inducing a calm, but

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focused state of mind. It impacts mood, stress and attentiveness.

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Ashwaganda is an adaptogenic herb which allows your body to moderate the stress response as well as reduce anxiety and fight insomnia. It can also have a balancing effect on glutamate, an excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain.

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Despite predictions that the number of afflicted Americans will reach nearly 14 million by 2050, there are no drug cures.

David Perlmutter, M.D., a board-certified neurologist based in Naples, Florida, and an editorial board member of the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, summarizes a recent study evaluating the effectiveness of currently available Alzheimer’s medications. “Not only were Alzheimer’s patients who were taking these drugs not gaining any benefit, but their rate of cognitive decline was worsened when they were on the Alzheimer’s medications,” thus making lifestyle risk reduction even more critical.

Dale Bredesen, M.D., a professor in the UCLA Department of Neurology and author of The End of Alzheimer’s: The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline, has studied the disease’s neurobiology for decades. He believes drug therapies have failed because scientists neglected to focus on why individuals develop the disease in the first place. He emphasizes, “Alzheimer’s is not a single disease,” even if the symptoms appear to be the same. Bredesen says it’s the result of the brain trying to protect itself from multiple metabolic and toxic threats.

Bredesen developed the ReCODE (reversal of cognitive decline) protocol, an ambitious, comprehensive and personalized therapeutic program that includes genetic, cognitive and blood testing, plus supplements and lifestyle improvements, including stress reduction, improved

sleep, diet and exercise. With the goal of identifying and treating the individual’s pathway to disease, ReCODE addresses fixing five key areas he believes form the underlying origins and progression of Alzheimer’s disease: insulin resistance; inflammation/infections; hormone, nutrient and nerve growth factors; toxins; and dysfunctional nerve synapses.

The Lancet International Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care also advocates multiple points of action. By addressing nine “potentially modifiable risk factors” throughout the lifespan, the commission says, “More than one-third of global dementia cases may be preventable.” These factors include maximizing education in early life; controlling hypertension, obesity and hearing loss in mid-life; and in later life, managing depression and diabetes, increasing physical activity and social contact, and not smoking.

Food as Medicine Martha Clare Morris, Sc.D., a nutritional epidemiologist at the Rush University Medical Center, in Chicago, and author of Diet for the MIND: The Latest Science on What to Eat to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Cognitive Decline, says, “Given that Alzheimer’s disease is known as an oxidative-inflammatory disease, there has to be a dietary influence.”

From two decades of research involving more than 10,000 people, Morris developed the MIND diet, which stands for “Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay”. It’s a hybrid of the Mediterranean and DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diets, modified to include specific components from each that offer the most protection against dementia. Morris identifies 10 brain-healthy dietary components: leafy greens, vegetables, berries, whole grains, nuts, seafood, poultry, beans and legumes, olive oil, and one glass of wine per day; plus five unhealthy components to limit: sweets and pastries, red meats, fried and fast foods, whole-fat cheese and butter or margarine containing trans fat.

Morris found those individuals that most closely followed the dietary

recommendations lowered their risk for Alzheimer’s disease by as much as 53 percent, while those following the diet moderately well showed a reduction of about 35 percent.

Morris acknowledges a number of common aging-related, yet treatable, conditions that can cause “dementialike symptoms,” including low thyroid hormones and vitamin B12 deficiency. She also identifies specific brain-protective compounds including vitamins E, B12, folate and niacin, plus lutein, omega-3 fatty acids, beta carotene and flavonoids found in colorful fruits and vegetables, tea and nuts.

She is currently testing the MIND diet, plus a mild calorie restriction on 600 individuals 65 to 84 years old living in Boston and Chicago; results are expected in 2021. The Alzheimer’s Association is also recruiting individuals for a new lifestyle intervention study.

Aarti Batavia, a registered dietitian based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and a certified practitioner of functional medicine trained in the ReCODE protocol, says, “Diets that are good for the heart are good for the brain.” But she also warns that many common medications such as statins, antihistamines, some antidepressants and proton pump inhibitors (that reduce stomach acid, which is required for absorbing vitamin B12) can increase the risk for dementia.

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Monitor and control blood sugar: Type 2 diabetes increases

the risk for dementia. Brenda Davis, a registered dietitian in Vancouver, British Columbia, and author of The Kick Diabetes Cookbook: An Action Plan and Recipes for Defeating Diabetes, advises reducing the glycemic load of the diet by limiting refined carbohydrates and sugars, and eating a high-fiber, plant-based diet.

Dorothy Sears, Ph.D., a member of the executive committee of the Center for Circadian Biology at the University of California, San Diego, says it’s not just what we eat that matters, but when. She discovered multiple metabolic benefits, including reduced blood sugar, with prolonged nightly fasting—13 hours between the last meal at night and the first meal in the morning.

Brenda Davy, Ph.D., a registered dietitian and researcher at Virginia Tech, in Blacksburg, says hydration can influence blood sugar, weight and cognition, especially among middle-aged and older populations. She recommends drinking two cups of water prior to meals to moderate food intake.

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nuts, avocados, and omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty, cold-water fish protect both the heart and brain. Michael Lewis, M.D., based in Potomac, Maryland, recommends an “omega-3 protocol” to help his patients recover from traumatic brain injury, which can increase risk for dementia.

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has historically separated the brain from the rest of the body. But research on the “gut-brain axis” shows there’s communication between our gut microbes and brain, plus direct links to neurodevelopmental disorders and dementia. “What goes on in the gut influences every manner of activity within the brain: the health of the brain, the functionality of the brain, the brain’s resistance to disease process and even mood,” says Perlmutter.

Both Perlmutter and Teresa Martin, a registered dietitian in Bend, Oregon, emphasize the importance of high-fiber plant foods that gut microbes need to produce beneficial, shortchain fatty acids to protect against inflammation, insulin resistance and “leaky gut”.

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Prioritize sleep: All brain (and gut)

experts recommend adequate sleep— seven to eight hours each night—to restore body and mind.

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Exercise: Both Morris and Perlmutter recommend aerobic activities in particular, like walking, swimming and cycling, to improve blood circulation to the brain and increase the production of a hormone called brain-derived neurotrophic factor, which is responsible for stimulating neuron growth and protecting against cognitive decline.

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Avoid environmental toxins:

Exposure to pesticides, pollutants and heavy metals such as lead, mercury and arsenic can increase the risk of neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Choosing organic food both reduces exposure to toxins and protects water quality and farmworker health.

Virginia Rauh, Ph.D., deputy director of the Columbia Center for Children’s Environmental Health, in New York City, spoke at the National Pesticide Forum in Manhattan in April.

She explains that of the 5,000 new chemicals introduced each year, “at least 25 percent are neurotoxic,” and even very low-level exposure can harm children’s neurodevelopment.

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Socialize: In studies of “Blue Zone” populations that enjoy longevity with low rates of dementia, social engagement appears to be the secret sauce for quality of life.

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I realized that to father him, I, myself, still needed to be fathered.

In my conversations with men about their father-stories, the most frequent sentence I hear is, “My dad did okay. He did the best he could.” But no child wants an “okay” dad. Every child longs for a dad to know, see, pursue, hope, envision, create and bless. Franciscan friar and author Richard Rohr states, “If we do not transform our pain, we will transmit it in some form.” Untransformed pain from our father, whether from his absence, vacancy or violence, will inevitably be transmitted to our children.

I can only take my son as far as I myself have gone. Our sons were born into an already existing story—our story—and for them to know who they are, we need to know who we are, in all of our glory and pain. From this place of freedom, we can usher our sons into a manhood we can come to know together.

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MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS Beyond Buttons and Portabellas

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handful of mushrooms a day just might keep the doctor at bay, according to a mounting body of research providing powerful evidence of the fungal kingdom’s abilities to promote health and fight disease.

“Mushrooms are pretty spectacular. All edible species benefit the immune system and together, support just about every system in the human body,” says Stepfanie Romine, an Asheville, North Carolina, health coach and author of Cooking With Healing Mushrooms: 150 Delicious Adaptogen-Rich Recipes that Boost Immunity, Reduce Inflammation and Promote Whole Body Health.

When Robert Beelman started doing nutritional research on mushrooms 20 years ago, they were touted for what they didn’t have: fat, calories, sugar, gluten and cholesterol. “Today, we can talk about all the good things they contain: fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other important micronutrients,” says the director of the Center for Plant and Mushroom Foods for Health at Penn State University.

Beelman’s research has focused on several micronutrients that are bountiful in mushrooms, including the amino acid ergothioneine, an antioxidant not found in significant amounts in any other plant-based food source. Ergothioneine levels decrease with age, and larger drops are associated with cognitive impairment, he says.

Several large epidemiological studies in Japan and Singapore have significantly correlated higher mushroom consumption with decreased rates of dementia. Countries where residents eat larger amounts of mushrooms also enjoy a higher average life expectancy, even after controlling for other variables, says Beelman.

Lion’s mane is one variety known to protect cognitive health; it stimulates nerve growth factor, a protein that promotes healthy brain cells. “Lion’s mane is a cognitive enhancer, and it helps creativity, motivation and memory, as well as brain function,” Romine says.

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Cordyceps and reishi mushrooms are also adaptogens—botanicals used for centuries in Asian medicine to help the body adapt to stresses, regulate bodily functions and support the immune and adrenal systems, according to Romine.

Turkey tail is one such medicinal mushroom, a longtime treatment for cancer and other diseases in Asia. The tree-based fungus contains polysaccharide-K (PSK), that is believed to inhibit cancer cell growth and repair immune cell damage after chemotherapy. “Medicinal mushrooms have been approved adjuncts to standard cancer treatments in Japan and China for more than 30 years and have an extensive clinical history of safe use”, either alone or combined with radiation or chemotherapy, according to a literature review published by the National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute.

Oyster mushrooms, another fungal superstar, contain cholesterol-lowering lovastatin, plentiful B vitamins and up to 30 percent protein, according to Paul Stamets, one of the world’s leading mushroom authorities. Oysters are also the most easily digestible mushroom, according to mycologist and herbalist Christopher Hobbs, author of Medicinal Mushrooms: An Exploration of Tradition, Healing & Culture. Hobbs’ 2017 article in HerbalGram, the peer-reviewed journal of the American Botanical Council, cites 122 different studies supporting the safety and efficacy of medicinal mushrooms such as oysters.

More Than a Pizza Topping There are myriad creative ways to incorporate mushrooms into a diet, says Romine, who recommends aiming for a half-cup daily cooked serving. “Mushrooms are nature’s sponges, and will take on the flavor of any sauce, so start simply and add sauces sparingly.”

She suggests sautéing mushrooms with a neutral oil, then adding wine or sherry and finishing with fresh herbs. Cooking with wine can help unlock the beneficial compounds the fungi contain, says Romine. Fresh or dried culinary mushrooms like oysters, shiitakes or maitakes can also be great additions to morning meals like savory oatmeal or tofu scrambles.

Powdered mushroom extracts, available online or in health stores, are an easy way to infuse meals with fungi’s beneficial properties. They mix well into everything from raw desserts and baked goods to teas and smoothies.

Whole mushrooms that are tough, like reishi and chaga, can be boiled to extract the healthful elements and consumed as a tea or used for soup broth. Romine says raw mushrooms are not as flavorful, digestible or nutritional as cooked.

While a mushroom-rich diet can help protect and promote health, Romine cautions that they are not a cure-all or a substitute for a healthy lifestyle. To address specific health concerns, she recommends working with a dietician or clinical herbalist to develop appropriate and effective ways to incorporate mushrooms into a health regimen.

April Thompson is a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Contact her at AprilWrites.com.

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ordyceps are a fascinating type of parasitic fungus that invade various species of insects and eventually replace the host tissue with the fungus’ mycelium, to which the elongated fruit body of the fungus then grows out of the body or head of the unfortunate insect.

Crazy, but fortunately for us, these fungi cannot invade the human body, and in fact, have amazing superfood health benefits.

Some of the most sought-after benefits of cordyceps are their ability to increase libido, stamina and circulation.

One of the key active ingredients of cordyceps is adenosine, a nucleic acid which is a crucial component of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a high-energy molecule that

stores the energy we need to do pretty much everything.

Each action we perform gets the energy it requires for operation directly from stored ATP. Cordyceps significantly boost our body’s ability to produce this important, energy-giving ATP, which is why it’s considered a superfood darling for everyone from athletes looking to boost their stamina and performance to the elderly seeking to stay active. ​It also serves as an effective stimulant, giving a boost similar to caffeine but minus the jittery, sleep-depriving side effects.

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teffan Vanel is an internationally-renowned astrologer and Tarot card reader who is returning to Spokane June 27 to July 3 for an educational lecture, workshop and private readings. He works with a unique synthesis of astrology, Tarot, Kabbalah, and psychology. He is also a primary exponent of information received from the Ascended Master Hilarion.

This system gives really profound understandings to the spiritual reality and purpose of the Tarot, and of our own existence. I teach this as a journey through the Tree of Life, and it has many astrological correspondences.

In my counseling work with clients, however, is where my unique synthesis of Steffan Vanel astrology and Tarot is also really important. To me, astrology is the best tool there is to really understand Q: You are known for workwhat lessons and experiences your soul ing with both astrology and the agreed to work on and grow through in Tarot. What do you feel are the this lifetime. And with ‘astrological tranmost important aspects of your sits,’ we can see what kinds of influences work? are affecting you now, and in the years SV: That is a big question. I give a lecture ahead. at conferences sometimes called Tarot and

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Q: Are you able to answer specific client questions or decisions?

SV: I never use astrology to tell clients what to do. For me it is unethical to even try. Astrology shows why you are in the situation you are in, and what you need to learn. Anything I would say about what you should do would be influenced by my opinion, or any astrologer’s personal opinion. Whereas when you ask the Tarot if you should marry this person or not, or take this job or not, I honestly feel that is you asking Spirit directly. And I trust my ability to be objective with what the cards are saying.

One other important aspect about my work is my use of the Karmic Astrological information received from a source known as Hilarion. Hilarion has stated things that I’ve never heard anywhere—even after many years of studying astrology, and yet his information is amazingly accurate and specific.

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He’s written three books: Chasing Life: New Discoveries in the Search for Immortality to Help You Age Less Today, Cheating Death: The Doctors and Medical Miracles that Are Saving Lives Against All Odds and a novel-turned-TV series, Monday Mornings.

CNN’s chief medical correspondent recently found himself in Japan, soaking in a scalding bath—a form of stress relief practiced there—along with owl cafés and forest bathing. The visit was part of a sixcountry, immersive journey in some of the happiest and healthiest places on Earth— including India, Bolivia, Norway, Italy and Turkey—to explore ancient traditions and modern practices that lead to a healthy and meaningful life.

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What inspired your interest in exploring holistic and alternative healing?

On a very basic level, a lot of people are surprised to hear that U.S. life expectancy has dropped three years in a row and the cost of health care is more than $3.5 trillion a year.

Yet there are places around the world where people are living happier, healthier lives for a lot less, and longer. They must be doing something that’s beneficial, and we wanted to find out what that might be: What do places around the world have to teach us?

To what do you attribute the reemergence of traditional Indian healing practices?

Ayurvedic medicine is widely practiced in India among the healthiest people in that part of the world. It’s stood the test of time, so it’s worth exploring. In the U.S., we have an amazing medical system for people who are sick, but they aren’t doing as well as expected [which is why] there’s an open-mindedness that’s happening about one of the oldest medical traditions.

What role might ancient traditions play in reshaping 21st-century health care?

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What was the most surprising discovery you made on this journey?

There were a lot of surprises along the way. If you look at the U.S. and life expectancy, there are a lot of countries that are pretty similar in terms of economics, labor force and other things. But what is happening in the U.S. is pretty unique in a lot of ways. In the U.S., this notion of rugged individualism is a marker for success.

We’ve seen high rates of social isolation and loneliness—and the toxicity of that.

Italy is one of the healthiest places in the world, and a lot of that has to do with social fabric. That this social cohesion could be so protective, even without paying attention to things like diet and exercise—I think the power of that surprised me.

What is an important takeaway for you from this experience?

There is a long-held belief that wealth will buy health. In Bolivia, there is an indigenous tribe that has virtually no evidence of heart disease and they don’t even have a healthcare system. We shouldn’t automatically equate health to wealth. There are a lot of things we can do in our lives that can help—right now.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 11 Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) Spokane Chapter Meeting – 6-7:30pm. Open to area businesses. Topic: Demystifying Health Insurance for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Practitioners. Members/free, $5/nonmembers. Unity Spokane, 2900 S Bernard, Spokane. RSVP: 509-8694361. HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/Spokane.

Himalayan Singing Bowls with Holy Fire Reiki – 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy a magical sound bath while being showered with Holy Fire Reiki. $15. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, CdA. Register: 208691-8865. Facebook.com/HealingCenterOfLove.

THURSDAY, JUNE 13 Kundalini Gong Bath – 9-10:15am. Kundalini yoga uplifts mood. Each class has simple and effective yoga postures and breathing sequences to relax and renew. $12. Kula Yoga & Tea, 206 S Main St, Moscow, ID. Call/text: 208-883-9933.

TempleOfLightAcademy.com.

MONDAY, JUNE 17 For Tweens: Power Tools for Living – Jun 17-20. 9:30-noon. Explore important skills of self-understanding and discovery with horses as guides. $325. Healing with Horses Sanctuary, 1003 S Wheatland St, Medical Lake. 509-876-1802.

Register: HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com.

For Older Youth: Horses Helping Humans – Jun 17-20. 2-4:30pm. Engage in connectedness and relationships, empathy, anger management, self-control and more with horses as guides. $325.

Healing with Horses Sanctuary, 1003 S Wheatland St, Medical Lake. 509-876-1802. Register: HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 21 Metaphysical Summer Solstice Drum Circle – 7-9pm. Join the Church of Truth in Coeur d’Alene to celebrate the Summer Solstice. 523 E Garden Ave, CdA. Info: IdahoChurchOfTruth.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 22 Metaphysical Summer Solstice Vendor Fair Saturday, June 22 • 10am-4pm Join the Church of Truth in Coeur d’Alene for their first annual vendor fair showcasing local seers, holistic healers and energy workers.

523 E Garden Ave, CdA. Info: IdahoChurchOfTruth.com Edible and Medicinal Plant Identification Walk – 10am-noon. Learn about local plants for food and medicine. $35. Robinson State Park east of Moscow, ID. Call/text: 208-883-9933.

TempleOfLightAcademy.com.

MONDAY, JUNE 24 YogaJoy North Kids Yoga Camp – Jun 24-28.

9-11am. Ages 3 to 5. Introducing children to the

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Holy Fire Meditation with Ethereal in E – 6-7pm.

Come and relax to the soothing sounds of the handpan, as Holy Fire Reiki bathes you in Healing Light! Get your zen on. $20. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, CdA. Register: 208-691-8865.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 25 Gemstone Folklore Class – 5:30-7:30pm. Participants explore the metaphysical properties of gems and minerals and their use. $15. Wonders of the World Bead Shop, Flour Mill, 621 W Mallon Ave, Spokane. Sign up in the bead shop. Info: 509-3252867. WondersOfTheWorldInc.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 27

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joy of yoga! Offering a combination of movement, breath and relaxation exercises in a playful, supportive atmosphere with age-appropriate activities, crafts and a story. YogaJoy members: $90/wk or $25/day; Non-members: $100/wk or $30/day.

12501 N Division St, Ste 5, Spokane. Pre-register: YogaJoyNorth.com. 509-290-5086.

The Deeper Wisdom and Usage of Astrology and Tarot – 7-9pm. With Steffan Vanel, a world-renowned astrologer, tarot card reader and author. Presenting on his unique synthesis of astrology, tarot, Kabbalah and psychology. $20.

The Lotus, 225 E Sprague Ave, Spokane. Register: TheLotusSpokane.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 28 Private Readings with World-Renowned Astrologer Steffan Vanel – All day. From 30-minute Tarot readings to three-hour in-depth Astrology/Tree of Life readings. Likened to six months of therapy in two hours. Contact for pricing. The Lotus, 225 E Sprague Ave, Spokane. TheLotusSpokane.com.

Schedule Appts: Erin@TheLotusSpokane.com or call 509-991-9201.

Himalayan Singing Bowls with Holy Fire Reiki – 6:30-8:30pm. See June 11 description: $15. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, CdA. Register: 208-691-8865. Facebook.com/ HealingCenterOfLove.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 30

savethedate A Journey of Initiation on the Tree of Life Sunday, June 30 • 10am-5pm Steffan Vanel presents on the 22 paths of the Major Arcana of the Tarot from the Earthly Realm to the Crown of Creation and from the Universe to the Fool. $65.

The Lotus, 225 E Sprague Ave, Spokane.

Register: TheLotusSpokane.com.

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plan ahead MONDAY, JULY 1 Private Readings with World-Renowned Astrologer Steffan Vanel – July 1-3; All day. See June 28 description. Contact for pricing. The Lotus, 225 E Sprague Ave, Spokane. TheLotusSpokane.com.

Schedule Appts: Erin@TheLotusSpokane.com or call 509-991-9201.

THURSDAY, JULY 4 Medicine Drum-making Class – 10am-2pm. Have you ever wanted to make your own hoop drum?

Drums have been used since the beginning of time to align with your personal rhythm. Join this sacred activity. $250. Moscow, ID. Call/text: 208-8839933. TempleOfLightAcademy.com.

MONDAY, JULY 8 YogaJoy North Kids Yoga Camp – Jul 8-12.

9-11am. Ages 6 to 8. Introducing children to the joy of yoga! Offering a combination of movement, breath and relaxation exercises in a playful, supportive atmosphere with age-appropriate activities, crafts and a story. YogaJoy members: $90/wk or $25/day; Non-members: $100/wk or $30/day.

12501 N Division St, Ste 5, Spokane. Pre-register: YogaJoyNorth.com. 509-290-5086.

Holy Fire Meditation with Ethereal in E – 6-7pm.

Come and relax to the soothing sounds of the handpan, as Holy Fire Reiki bathes you in Healing Light! Get your zen on. $20. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, CdA. Register: 208-691-8865.

Facebook.com/HealingCenterOfLove.

THURSDAY, JULY 11 The Wisdom of the Herd 1 – July 11-14. Designed for those in the healing professions with how to best support clients utilizing horse wisdom.

Healing with Horses Sanctuary, 1003 S Wheatland St, Medical Lake. 509-876-1802. Register: HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 12 Holy Fire III Reiki Master Workshop – July 12-14. 9am-6pm. The Holy Fire energy is highly transformative and very powerful. Must have Reiki I and II certification for six months. Tuition: $1025 or $825 if paid in full by June 24. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, Coeur d’ Alene. Register: 208691-8865. Facebook.com/HealingCenterOfLove.

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THURSDAY, JULY 18 Constellations with Horses: Softening the Shadow Sides of Self – July 18-21. Understanding our shadow sides and trusting the body’s wisdom leads to more self-love. Join the Healing Herd for this powerful workshop. Healing with Horses Sanctuary, 1003 S Wheatland St, Medical Lake. 509-876-1802.

Register: HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com.

MONDAY, JULY 22

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Hillyard Farmers’ Market – Jun 3 thru Sept 23.

3-7pm. 5102 N Market St, Spokane.

South Perry Thursday Market – thru Oct 31. 3-7pm. Fresh, healthy, locally grown food and locally crafted products in the South Perry neighborhood. 924 S Perry, Spokane.

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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.

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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.

friday 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.

SpokaneValleyFarmers-Market.org.

saturday Cheney Farmers’ Market – Jun 1 thru Sept. 10am3pm. See Tuesday listing. 1011 First St, Cheney.

Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint – thru Oct 12.

9am-1pm. See Wednesday listing. Farmin Park, The Fountain, Third Ave and Oak St, Sandpoint, ID. SandpointFarmersMarket.com.

Hayden Saturday Market – thru Oct 19.

9am-1:30pm. Vegetables, flowers and native plants, meats, cheeses, bread, honey and jams.

SE corner Hwy 95 & Prairie, Hayden, ID. KootenaiFarmersMarkets.org.

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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.

May 18 thru Oct 12. 9am-1pm. The Liberty Lake Farmers’ Market averages 40 to 50 vendors each Saturday, and is full of wonderful produce, baked goods, eggs, meats, fish and specialty items from all around the Northwest. 1421 N Meadowood Ln, Liberty Lake. LibertyLakeFarm-ersMarket.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.

SpokaneFarmers-Market.org.

Spokane Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 26. 8am-1pm.

See Wednesday listing. 20 W 5th Ave, Spokane.

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YogaJoy North Kids Yoga Camp – Jul 22-26.

9-11am. Ages 9 to 11. Introducing kids to the joy of yoga! Offering a combination of movement, breath and relaxation exercises in a playful, supportive atmosphere with age-appropriate activities, crafts and a story. YogaJoy members: $90/wk or $25/day; Non-members: $100/wk or $30/day. 12501 N Division St, Ste 5, Spokane. Pre-register: YogaJoyNorth. com. 509-290-5086.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30

savethedate FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 Wild Wombyns Wise Ways Weekend Aug 30-Sept 2. Within each wombyn there is a powerful force of good instincts, creativity, and timeless knowledge. Society has tried to “tame” us. This weekend offers a space to assist in the unraveling of the patriarchy inside ourselves, our families, community and society. If you feel called, please join us.

Classes, communing, fire circles, songs and stories, vegetarian meals and more. $185-$225/sliding scale. Room rates vary. Camping included in price.

Rejuvenation Sanctuary, 88 Kirpals Way, Sagle, ID. Register: 208-255-2550. Anthrodynamic.com

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on going events

sunday Unity Spiritual Center Group Service – 9am & 11am thru Jun 2; 10am, Jun 9- Sept 8. Join for joyfilled 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 Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) – 5:306:30pm. 12-step meeting. Free. Alanon Club, West 1700 7th Ave, Spokane. Info: Mike: 290-1358.

Refuge Recovery Meeting – 6-7pm. A Buddhistinspired approach to recovery from addiction of all kinds. All are invited and welcome. Donation. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. SoulsCenter. com or Facebook.com/RefugeRecoveryOfSpokane.

tuesday Refuge Recovery Meeting – 6-7pm. See Monday listing. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane.

Donation. SoulsCenter.com or Facebook.com/ RefugeRecoveryOfSpokane.

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. Three-month commitment (one Tuesday per month). $75. Register: SoulsCenter.com.

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.

Refuge Recovery Meeting – 1-2pm. See Monday listing. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane.

Donation. SoulsCenter.com or Facebook.com/ RefugeRecoveryOfSpokane.

Wellness Wednesdays – 6-8pm. Join Deirdre Catlin of Imagine Creations for this weekly evening of peace and healing. Themes vary week-to-week. $35. 225 E Sprague, Spokane. Tickets: ImagineCreations.

TicketSpice.c om. 509-389-1501. EyeSeeLLC.com.

thursday $3 Dinner – 4-7pm. Join Main Market for their healthy and affordable $3 dinners. Meat or vegan options available. 44 W Main Ave, Spokane. MainMarket.coop.

Refuge Recovery Meeting – 10:30-11:30am. See Monday listing. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. Donation. SoulsCenter.com or Facebook. com/RefugeRecoveryOfSpokane.

friday First Friday – 5-8pm. 1st Fri. Downtown retailers and restaurants stay open, feature artists and musicians and offer special promotions. Free admission.

Downtown Spokane. 509-456-0580.

Second Friday – 5-8pm. 2nd Fri. Stroll through downtown Coeur d’Alene and experience the vibrant arts community. Support the downtown shops, restaurants and businesses. Look for the official yellow ArtWalk balloons. A family-friendly event.

Free. CdaDowntown.com.

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.

Refuge Recovery Meeting – 11:30am-12:30pm.

See Monday listing. Donation. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar, Ste 2, Spokane. SoulsCenter.com or Facebook.com/RefugeRecoveryOfSpokane.

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.

LuJong Yoga – 11am-noon. 4th Sat. Tibetan spiritual yoga taught by meditation master Lama Lakshey Zangpo. $10. 2311 N Monroe, Spokane.

509-499-9829. TsintaMani.org.

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ACUPUNCTURE

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LISE TAKASHINA, LAC

Peony Acupuncture & Apothecary 302 N 5th St, Coeur d’Alene 208-292-4829 PeonyAcupuncture.com 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.

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.

AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS JULIE GEORGE, ND

Rivercreek Wellness 521 N Argonne Rd, Ste B105 Spokane Valley • 509-919-1385 RivercreekWellness.com I enjoy helping patients restore their health by utilizing naturopathic and environmental medicine protocols. I provide advanced testing, detoxification, supplementation, nutritional/ botanical treatments, and lifestyle education. See ad, page 15.

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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 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. Our 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 7.

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 6.

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. My online program, Fat Loss for the Busy Woman, provides a group coaching space where women can receive support through any goal. See ad, page 7.

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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

We c r e a t e C B D infused skin care products utilizing the highest-quality natural ingredients and testing. Our products have zero THC and have been developed to help enhance the lives of those looking for a safe and healthy alternative to conventional over-thecounter 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 11.

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 over 25 years’ serving the Inland Northwest. His specialties include accident and injury recovery, pain relief, sports performance, prenatal, weight loss management and overall wellness. Most major insurance plans accepted. Book online or call for an appointment. See ad, page 7.

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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 12.

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. We create 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. We offer 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 We are a full-service accredited pharmacy, providing custom compounded medications and traditional retail prescriptions. We 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 9.

ENERGY HEALERS SUSAN FLERCHINGER

Healing Waters Center 101 N Evergreen Rd Spokane Valley • 509-879-3264 SusansEnergy@aol.com HealingWatersCenter.com

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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

Are you ready to experience more joy and purpose? Through energy balancing and healing, we 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.

FIR sauna is an affordable treatment for chronic fatigue, chronic pain, depression, detoxification, high blood pressure, skin conditions, weight loss, and many more. The FIR Sauna at Rivercreek Wellness is non-toxic, low EMF, and made of nonallergenic wood. See ad, page 15.

ENERGY MEDICINE EDUCATION

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TEMPLE OF LIGHT ACADEMY

OKSANA PLUGATAR, GCFP

Explore your potential as a multidimensional being in a supportive environment. Join our fun weekend courses for self mastery and professional development. Sound vibra-tional healing, animal reiki, clairvoyant practitioner, gong avatar. Readings or sessions in Moscow and from a distance.

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. I am a certified practitioner and offer individual sessions and group lessons.

ENERGY PSYCHOLOGY & LIFE TRANSFORMATIONS

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Dr. Linda “Grace” Kingsbury Moscow, Idaho • 208-883-9933 TempleOfLightAcademy.com

IMAGINE CREATIONS

Deirdre Catlin 20 W Main, Ste 200 • Spokane 509-389-1501• Eye-Seellc.com Deirdre is a Life Transformed™ coach & transformational consultant in the emerging field of energy psychology. Her work promotes powerful healing from negative experiences and empowers clients to fearlessly create and live their most authentic life. Call for a free consult.

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dōTERRA Wellness Advocates J and Pancho Edler Coeur d’Alene, ID • 208-777-5367 PureOilOrder.com

We dealt with health issues for years and found a natural solution in 2014 when we were introduced to dōTERRA Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils. We discovered quick, long lasting relief without side effects! We want to empower you. Call today for a free consultation or to inquire about a class!

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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 9.

HALOTHERAPY/ RESPIRATORY WELLNESS SALTROOM OF SPOKANE 2838 N Ruby Spokane • 509-255-0505 SaltRoomOfSpokane.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.

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HEALING MOVEMENT AND MASSAGE 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, breath-work and belonging. Weekly classes, workshops and teacher trainings available.

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HOLISTIC SKIN THERAPY AURA BOUTIQUE & SKIN Analisa Martin 9003 E Euclid Ave, Ste B Millwood • 509-879-2817 AnalisaMartin.com

I’m Analisa Martin, a resultsoriented holistic skin therapist dedicated to helping you find your individual glow. My facial treatments are as equally relaxing as they are effective, utilizing organic, plant-based, vegan, gemstone-infused skincare products. The skin you want is under the skin you have! See ad, page 15.

HYPNOTHERAPY JAMES BARFOOT, CHT Intentional Hypnosis 827 W 1st Ave, Ste 203 Spokane • 509-230-5035 IntentionalHypnosis.com

My goal is to help you on your journey to a more productive and vital life. I use personal hypnosis sessions and powerful personal coaching to permanently change undesired habits and behaviors on a conscious and subconscious level.

Jennifer Burrows 319 W Hastings, Ste A112 Spokane • 509-242-0856 SpokaneBiofeedback.com

Jennifer Burrows offers HeartMath and holistic stress reduction support that takes into account the whole person – mind, b o d y, s p i r i t . H e a r t M a t h , integrative nutrition coaching, quantum biofeedback and Emotion Code. Call to schedule a complimentary 50-minute wellness consultation. See ad, page 13.

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.

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.

Our 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 7.

MASSAGE & CUPPING THERAPY NAMASTE HOLISTIC MASSAGE THERAPY

Janet Single-Schwall, LMT, CCT 1042 W Mill Ave, Ste 301 Coeur d’Alene, ID • 208-771-1179 NamasteHolisticMassageTherapy.com Janet is trained in Swedish, deep tissue and hot stone massage, cupping therapy, trigger point work and foot reflexology. Her intention is to provide quality care at affordable pricing. Feel the incredible difference cupping makes when added to your massage session.

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MEDICAL MARIJUANA SUPPORT SERVICES PATIENTS FOR PATIENTS MEDICAL Tracy Sirrine 408 N Mullan Rd 101 Spokane Valley • 888-204-1260 2807 W Washington Ave Yakima • 888-204-1260 Fax 888-204-1280 PatientsForPatientsMedical.com

We are a compassionate group of medical and administrative professionals assisting patients in Washington obtain the right to use cannabis medically. We provide a service that enables patients to see medical providers that will help them in their holistic health decisions.

MINERAL THERAPY WONDERS OF THE WORLD Located in the Flour Mill 621 W Mallon Ave Spokane • 509-325-2867 WondersOfTheWorldInc.com

Pyrite, a mineral composed primarily of iron and formed in cubic crystals, is said to be a stone of powerful s t r u c t u r e a n d o r d e r.

Because of this, it often symbolizes financial strength and is said to have strong masculine energy. See ad and coupon on page 31.

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.” Allow us to bring more joy to your space! We specialize in detail and maintenance cleaning utilizing all-natural cleaning products to meet our 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 our testimonials and lotion-use tutorials at Chazael-Lotion. com. See ad, page 21.

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Chronic Symptoms DOCTORS NATUROPATHIC JULIE GEORGE, ND TREVOR GEORGE, ND INCREASE ENERGY

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Rivercreek IMPROVE GUTWellness HEALTH 521 NWEIGHT Argonne Rd, Ste B105 LOSE DECREASE Valley CHRONIC• PAIN Spokane 509-919-1385 IMPROVE HEALTH RivercreekWellness.com The naturopathic doctors at Rivercreek Wellness work with chronic conditions while giving hope to the patient. We focus on autoimmune disorders, chronic symptoms, mental health conditions, and holistic addiction education. See ad, page 15.

Call Now NETWORKING GROUPS 509-919-1385

HOLISTIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SPOKANE CHAPTER Amber McKenzie • 509-869-4361 Spokane@HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/Spokane

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 over 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, Paula 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

The Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) is an international trade organization for holistically-minded professionals, business owners, and resource providers. We are member-focused through our 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!

Quyen offers a variety of organic skin and nail treatments, including microblading brows, lips and eyes utilizing organic ink, as well as organic pedicures, manicures, bio seaweed gel nails and organic facials. Call/text 509-6089133 for free microblading consultation. Be relaxed, be healthy, be beautiful.

ORGANIC HAIR & BODY TREATMENTS

ORGANIC SKINCARE & MEDICAL AESTHETICS

MICKI, LMT & HAIR STYLIST

Blue Harmony Organic Salon 2308 E. 57th Ave., Ste. B Spokane • 509-828-0303 Facebook.com/BlueHarmonyOrganicSalon

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 12.

ORGANIC SALONS

PAIN FREE & ACTIVE

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.

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 9.

PLANT-BASED HAIR CARE SPOKANE MONAT – HEAVEN SENT HAIR Gina Angelo Spokane • 509-990-7353 GinaAngelo@MyMonat.com GinaAngelo.MyMonat.com

Gina Angelo is passionate about helping others change their lives by discovering a healthy scalp and beautiful hair – perhaps for the first time. Your everyday is an awesome hair day with our exceptional natural plant-based products and rewarding business opportunity. Free consultations.

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Micki created Blue Harmony Organic Salon to be a calm and healthy space for clients to relax and rejuvenate. In addition to hair, Micki offers AromaTouch treatments, dōTERRA essential oils, Reiki and customized Massages. Be relaxed, be healthy, be beautiful.

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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 15.

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 I have over 40 years’ experience selling homes in the Spokane area.

From estate sales to trendy condos, I enjoy the diversity in housing possibilities and guiding my clients to the home that is right for them. I am an active cycler, Bloomsday runner and Zags fan! See ad, back cover.

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THE FOWLER GROUP

SOUL RETRIEVAL

Danielle and Ryan Fowler 4407 N Division St, Fl 9 Spokane • 509-951-2213 Danielle@FowlerGroup.co Ryan@FowlerGroup.co FowlerGroup.co

LIFE SPRING AWAKENING Nona Lowe Spokane • 425-791-0413 LifeSpringAwakening.com

We are a husband and wife real estate team serving Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho.

Experiencing health issues in their own family of five, we have the unique ability to offer additional support services to our clients specific healthy lifestyle needs during their home search.

RECUMBENT CYCLES NORTHWEST RECUMBENT CYCLES 1642 E 16th Ave Post Falls, Idaho

By Appt: 208-818-5491 NWRecumbentCycles.com

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 25.

REIKI A SPIRITUAL TOUCH

Jennifer Brown 923 E Sherman • CdA 208-691-8865 Facebook.com/HealingCenterOfLove

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 Post Falls • 702-401-4224 DefiantCoffee.co Facebook.com/DefiantCoffee Organically grown, fairt r a d e c o ff e e l o c a l l y roasted in small batches and upgraded for maximum health benefits and energy. Mushroom Coffee Blend with chaga, lion’s mane and cordyceps for brain and immune health and the Collagen Blend for gut health and new cell growth. Online coupon code: awaken.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS SOULS CENTER

Julia Hayes 707 N. Cedar, Ste 2 Spokane • SoulsCenter.com

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. At Inland Wellness & Vitality, we are certified and trained in multiple cutting-edge therapies which can enhance and increase sexual function and fulfillment for men and women of any age. See ad, page 3.

2900 S Bernard St, Spokane 509-838-6518 UnitySpokane.org

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.

VEGAN-FARMED ANIMAL SANCTUARY TERRA FARM SANCTUARY Spokane • 509-368-0670 Info@TerraFarmSanctuary TerraFarmSanctuary.org

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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.

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER

Terra Farm Sanctuary provides a safe and loving home for rescued animals to live out their lives free from exploitation. We share information on ethical veganism and plant-based alternatives to animal products. Dedicated volunteers and donors are always needed! See ad, page 8.

VIRTUAL HEALTHCARE PORTAL INSPIRE HEALTHCARE MEMBERSHIP Brooke Heather and Stacy Strong 208-231-7149 VirtualHealthcarePortal.com

Founded by Julia Hayes, the vision of Soul Circles is to offer a variety of opportunities for women to explore and promote spiritual empowerment through small groups, movement, creative expression, spiritual teachings, retreats, workshops, recovery groups and more. See full calendar on website.

Inspire Healthcare Membership is an online, on-demand membership that addresses participants’ overall health and wellness needs holistically. The program is ideal for anyone who has been suffering with chronic pain, disease or physical ailments that traditional medicine has not been able to help.

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