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newsbriefs Winter Solstice Celebration with Michael DeMaria
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r. Michael DeMaria, an integrative psychologist, yoga/meditation teacher and four-time Grammy-nominated musician, will present his third annual Winter Solstice Healing Celebration from 6 to 8 p.m., December 21, at the Sanders Beach Community Center, in Pensacola. This year's event includes fun, freeform movements as a warm-up for DeMaria to take participants through a deep healing meditation and visualization, accompanied by his music—just what is needed to stay centered and peaceful during the holidays. At the end of the evening, DeMaria’s entire media library of music and books ($240 value) will be raffled off and he will sign them. BYO yoga mat, pillow and cover to relax. Cost is $10. Location: 913 S. I St., Pensacola. For more information, call 850436-5198 or visit MichaelDeMaria.com. See ad, page 7.
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hinese researchers recently discovered that two herbal extracts may treat atherosclerosis, the hardening of the arteries, as well as or more effectively than the pharmaceutical drug Lovastatin. Sixty-four patients with atherosclerosis of the carotid artery were studied. For six months, half the patients received 20 milligrams of Lovastatin per day, while the other half took an herbal extract combination of Japanese knotweed and hawthorn. After six months, tests showed artery plaque thickness and inflammation were significantly lessened among both groups. However, the herbal extract-treated group showed a greater reduction of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) levels, a marker of risk for cardiovascular disease. Relatively high levels of hs-CRP in otherwise healthy individuals are predictive of heart health crises even when cholesterol levels are within an acceptable range. People with lower values have less of a risk.
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vidence of the effects of wireless technologies on human health continues to be controversial, with agreement on results remaining elusive. Now a new study published in the Journal of Plant Physiology found that humangenerated microwave pollution can potentially be stressful to plants. Researchers from Romania’s Estonian University of Life Sciences tested three common garden plants—parsley, celery and dill weed. They exposed each to the types of microwave radiation equivalent to those produced by cell phones and wireless routers. Then these radiation-exposed plants were compared with identical plants not exposed to the radiation. The scientists noted that the irradiated plants had thinner cell walls; smaller chloroplasts (cellular sites of photosynthesis); smaller cell mitochondria (centers of energy production); and greater emission of volatile compounds, particularly monoterpenes and green leaf volatiles, which are protective, life-promoting components of the plants’ essential oils. The effects were stronger for the type of radiation produced by wireless routers. While essential oil production overall was increased by the frequency of the microwaves produced by cell phones, it was decreased by the frequency emitted by the routers.
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Bye-Bye Birdie
230 Avian Species on the National Watch List Scientists from 23 organizations, including the federal government, universities and conservation groups, have spent years on the State of the Birds Study, looking at 230 species of birds from different habitats compiling its watch list. Peter Marra, a migratory bird specialist at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Zoo, in Washington, D.C., attributes the population drops of the birds in the most trouble to disappearing habitat or reduced range. Some coastal birds are doing better, and previously endangered wetland birds are recovering due to laws that are protecting them. Marra says, “These populations come back when we create the habitat. The report emphasizes that it’s better to focus on birds that aren’t yet in decline and keep them that way.” Ken Rosenberg, a bird biologist at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, in Ithaca, New York, and an author of the report, says that hunters, as well as conservationists, deserve credit for preserving ducks. He acknowledges, “We’ve put a tremendous amount of resources and money into wetland and waterfowl conservation because of the hunters that contribute financially.” But lots of songbirds are in trouble, and Florida, where bird habitat is disappearing fast, is a crucial stopover for migrating birds. It’s the kind of place that birds both common and endangered urgently need to survive. Source: National Public Radio
Cultural Roots
Status of Religious Diversity in the U.S. The United States is often described as a religiously free and diverse country, but a new Pew Research Center study reveals that 95 percent of the populace identifies itself as either Christian or unaffiliated (atheist, agnostic or having no particular religion). This ranks the U.S. 68 out of 232 countries and territories in the Pew Religious Diversity Index. Singapore is the world’s most religiously diverse country, followed by Taiwan and Vietnam. The study treats Christian denominations as members of the same religion, which if counted separately, would increase the ranking. But Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Judaism all have internal diversity, as well, and are considered as single religions in the study. There’s an important distinction between religious diversity and religious freedom, which the report does not measure. The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to free exercise of religion, which is not always the case in other countries. Source: PewResearch.org 14
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World Peace Caravan to Travel in the Middle East in 2015 The World Peace Caravan, founded by the nonprofit D. Gary Young Foundation, is a global peace movement scheduled to conduct a 12-day camel caravan from Petra, Jordan, to Jerusalem, Israel, from December 15 to 26, 2015. It will be spearheaded by a delegation of 12 youth ambassadors, ages 16 to 24, selected from a worldwide pool of candidates. Their goal is to foster an online youth community to provide young people everywhere a platform to share ideas, voice opinions and educate and learn from their peers. The youths intend to collaborate on solutions-centered projects to help eradicate poverty and hunger, ensure environmental sustainability and attain healthy lives for all. Inspired by a recurring vision, D. Gary Young, CEO of Young Living Essential Oils, chose the ancient Frankincense Trail upon which the Queen of Sheba once journeyed to bring peace offerings to King Solomon. This modern-day journey for peace invites people of all cultures, faiths and backgrounds to retrace the steps of that pioneering peace movement, culminating in a blockbuster World Peace Caravan Concert for Peace in Jerusalem. For more information, visit WorldPeaceCaravan.org.
Planet Power
Scientists May Harvest Energy from Earth’s Infrared Emissions Physicists at the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) are developing a device described in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences that would harvest energy from Earth’s infrared emissions into outer space. The power is modest, but tangible. Steven J. Byrnes, a postdoctoral fellow at SEAS, points out, “The device could be coupled with a solar cell, for example, to obtain extra power at night without extra installation costs.” Heated by the sun, our planet is very warm compared to the frigid depths of space. Thanks to recent technological advances such as plasmonics and nanofabrication, and new materials like graphene, the researchers say this heat imbalance could soon be transformed into direct current (DC) power, taking advantage of an untapped, virtually limitless energy source. Source: ScienceDaily.com
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Don’t Be So Quick to Bash the Rich A survey at social research site Queendom.com reveals that stereotypes of the richest class of society as being uniformly selfish individuals are not entirely accurate. It seems that having money does not necessarily mean that a person has an overactive ego. Actor Will Smith, with an estimated net worth of $200 million, observes, “Money and success don’t change people; they merely amplify what is already there.” Queendom data shows a difference of only a few percentage points between respondents of varying income levels in matters of altruism such as doing and returning favors, putting themselves in others’ shoes, sympathy and empathy. The area where those in a higher socioeconomic status rank at the top is in charitable contributions. Ilona Jerabek, president of parent company PsychTests AIM, says, “Our personality impacts every aspect of our life—the choices we make, the people we surround ourselves with, the career we pursue, the way we respond to life experiences, the way we manage our finances and whether or not we share our good fortune.” Take the survey at Tinyurl.com/AltruismTest.
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Bamboo is rapidly renewable and requires few pesticides to grow. However, bamboo fabric manufacturing is a chemically intensive process that doesn’t provide clear and legitimate product labeling. Misleadingly using the terms eco-friendly and green becomes greenwashing when applied to items such as bamboo clothing. As the Fair Trade Commission describes the overall process, “Most bamboo textile products, if not all, are actually rayon, which typically is made using environmentally toxic chemicals. While different plants, including bamboo, can be used as a source material to create rayon, there’s no trace of the original plant in the finished rayon product.” This example points out the public vigilance required to secure more sustainable, environmentally friendly products. Third-party verification of all claims is recommended. Products made of the bamboo stalk itself, such as poles for furniture or planks for flooring, remain true to their naturally sustainable source. Source: Tinyurl.com/Organic BambooFraud
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hrough the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program, Walton County is leading the Panhandle in securing convenient, affordable financing opportunities for residential, multi-family, commercial and industrial property owners to fund improvements that reduce energy consumption, create renewable energy on-site or strengthen the property against windborne damage. Unlike a traditional loan, the financing obtained through PACE is based on the building’s fair market value, rather than personal credit ratings; property owners can borrow up to the limit of the equity in their property and obtain long-term financing for up to 100 percent of all costs associated with the qualifying improvement(s). The loan is repaid on the borrower’s property tax bill through a special, non-ad valorem assessment over a period of up to 25 years. The annual assessment may be escrowed by the mortgage lender or paid in a lump sum with the property tax bill. As soon as the improvements are made, the property owner begins saving money through reduced energy costs and lower property insurance premiums, which means the enhancements help pay for themselves. The administrative fees and interest for the loan are incorporated into the cost of the improvements and are often cheaper than comparable financing available through contractors, with interest rates 18
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varying between 5.5 percent and 7.5 percent. In the long term, property owners benefit by continuing to save long after the improvements have been paid off. If the owner sells the improved property, the repayment obligation either transfers to the new owner or can be paid off as a condition of the sale. “To find out how much you qualify for, you can apply online at EvestFlorida.com for a $25 application fee,” says Veronica Cross, a senior outreach consultant for PACE. “Before funding the project, the agency needs a detailed bid from one of the approved contractors so that we can determine if the improvement meets all the qualifications. Applicants can choose to finance any percent of the project up to the approved funding amount and view an amortization schedule before choosing the terms. They are still eligible to use additional funding sources and to receive any other incentives, such as tax credits, that are available to them.” EvestFlorida.com provides links to tax incentives, and Cross advises that the approved vendors typically know the current status of available incentives. “Everyone involved in PACE is also lobbying for other incentives. And with the savings on energy bills and homeowner’s insurance, the return on investment starts immediately.”
History of PACE The Florida PACE funding agency was created in June 2011 by general law to facilitate the funding, financing, marketing and management of a statewide uniform and scalable program that is easy for counties and cities to utilize while protecting themselves from liabilities and staffing expenses. The legislation allows individual residential and commercial property owners to voluntarily seek financing for certain energy or wind-resistance improvements. Because the program is completely voluntary and uses no government funds or tax revenues, a private funding agency was created to develop and implement it. PACE is available nationwide. Walton County is one of the first in Florida to subscribe to the program, administrated by the funding agency eVEST Florida, which is working with government leaders in other counties and municipalities to make the program more widely available. So far, other counties in Florida that have subscribed are Gulf, Gadsden, Jefferson, Nassau, Clay, Flagler and Marion, as well as the cities of Tamarac and Kissimmee.
Qualifications for Improvements There are three categories of qualifying improvements: installations that increase energy efficiency, generate renewable energy or mitigate wind damage. When meeting with a PACE contractor or consultant, the owner may choose one or more of the improvements and will be provided details about what will enable the greatest benefit to the building. Improvements that conserve or increase efficient use of electricity, natural gas, propane or other forms of energy comprise but are not limited to heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; lighting retrofits and controls; energy recovery systems; high-efficiency pumps
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and motors; generators; sealing and insulation; and daylight harvesting. Upgrades or additions that produce energy through renewable resources include but are not limited to solar/ photovoltaic, thermal, geothermal and windpowered systems. Wind mitigation improvements comprise strengthening the roof deck attachment, creating a secondary water barrier to prevent water intrusion, installing storm shutters, reinforcing roof-to-wall connections and more. In Walton County, property owners can choose from more than 25 approved vendors at EvestFlorida.com. The contractor will evaluate the desired improvement to make sure that it will increase efficiency or conservation. The qualified improvements should lower utility expenses or reduce insurance premiums and increase the comfort and value of the home or business.
Panhandle Leaders in Energy Efficiency The Panhandle can be proud of its local companies that are leading the way in increasing energy efficiency. Here are a few of the contractors that offer improvements that can be financed through PACE.
Insulation Erin LaGrosse, who co-founded Gulf Coast Insulation (GCI), in 2009, describes why spray foam insulation is an approved PACE program improvement. “Spray foam is the most energyefficient insulation material available because it stops all heat transfer and waste that can be lost throughout the home in many different ways,” she explains. “Many homes have cellulose or fiberglass insulation. Spray foam is newer and slightly more expensive but offers greater energy savings than other materials because it completely adheres to the building’s structure and therefore provides a complete air seal.” Made from pest-resistant, recycled materials, spray foam is eco-friendly and lasts for the life of home; it never shrinks, sags, deteriorates or loses R value, a measure of the insulation’s efficiency. In Florida, spray foam is approved as a method of improving wind uplift protection from hurricanes.
PACE will accept other insulation options, but if the property owner already has other insulation, spray foam is the upgrade option, so that the property owner starts saving immediately. Using the energy savings calculator available at GulfCoastInsulation. com can help people determine the amount of savings they’ll earn. Gulf Coast Insulation stays on top of the latest local rebate offers and federal tax credit opportunities, including the Gulf Power Rebate Program and Chelco’s Co-Op Connections. Active duty or retired members of the military also receive a discount directly from GCI. LaGrosse advises that IRS. gov is the best place to look for information about the most current federal tax incentives available.
Heating, Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems Doug Wagner, co-owner of Emerald Air, has recently completed the process to become a PACE-approved vendor. Emerald Air provides two main qualifying improvements, geothermal HVAC systems and Everclean Green technology. “Geothermal HVAC systems provide the highest level of operating efficiency in the industry and save homeowners money by conserving energy, because they use the Earth’s constant temperature to absorb and dissipate heat,” explains Wagner. In addition, because geothermal systems use polyethylene pipes buried beneath the ground instead of copper condensers, the risk of theft for copper is eliminated, saving insurance companies thousands of dollars. Geothermal HVAC systems qualify for a 30 percent federal tax rebate, as well as local utility company rebates. Wagner is enthusiastic about Everclean Green, an innovative, relatively new technological advance in the HVAC world that can be installed on any existing or new HVAC system to increase its efficiency by up to 35 percent. The process uses invisible energy fields called broadband electromagnetic energy. By replacing the filter with Everclean Green technology, organic debris (germs, household dust and toxins) in the HVAC system are exposed to electromagnetic wavelengths and hydroxide and then converted into a benign gas and moisture. “This technology results in improved air flow and natural awakenings
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system efficiency, so that the HVAC system performs better and produces the purest quality of indoor air,” remarks Wagner.
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Gulf Coast LED Lighting, LLC, in Gulf Breeze, has been a PACE-approved contractor for about one year. According to co-owner Don Richards, one of the most recommended improvements is retrofitting two- and four-tube fluorescent fixtures to LED, which can yield a 50 to 75 percent energy savings. Once a property is converted to LED lighting, the return on investment can be between 35 and 80 percent in less than three years. “In commercial buildings, depending on the size of the installations, we have seen energy savings of up to $1,500 per month,” remarks Richards. LED lamps can be installed into existing fluorescent housings and do not require replacing the ballasts. Because LED tubes operate at an ambient temperature of between 75 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit, they do not waste energy through heat loss, nor do they add to the room’s summer cooling load. The LED lights used by Gulf Coast are 100 percent recyclable, contain no mercury, do not emit radiation or any dangerous UV rays and do not require special disposal. Best of all, LEDs are practically maintenance-free for 50,000 hours, so users spend less time and money buying and replacing bulbs.
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and the company has been on board as an approved vendor since the program’s inception. Regarding the types of PACE improvements that Compass Solar recommends, Marketing Director Amy Vogt points out, “All energy efficiency updates are important, and then solar can take care of the rest. There are all sorts of solar products available, from solar photovoltaic, which is the creation of electricity, to solar lighting, fans and vents, thermal water heating and even solar parking lot lights.” Vogt notes a 12 percent or better return on investment (ROI) that pays for itself in about six years. “We target system sizes that will offset 50 to 90 percent of the property owner’s electric bill,” she explains, adding that the ROI and energy savings depend greatly upon the size of the system installed. “Solar is a good investment on many levels; it allows the property owner to become more energy independent, protecting them from future utility rate hikes and saving them money. At the same time, it increases the value of the property and is good for the planet,” Vogt affirms. In addition to the energy savings, CompassSolar.com provides links to the available a number of rebate and tax credit offers available for solar installations. With a 30 percent federal tax credit to businesses and residences for solar water heaters and solar photovoltaic, as well as rebates for solar water heating through Gulf Power, it seems that those that switch to solar have quite a few ways to pay themselves.
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r. Nitin Bawa opened his practice, Dr. Bawa and Associates, in Santa Rosa Beach, about 10 years ago and has since added locations in Destin and Fort Walton Beach. He completed his M.D. and residency at University of Illinois, Chicago and is board certified in internal medicine. Bawa’s interest in complementary and holistic medicine has led him to pursue additional training in these fields, and he attends conferences frequently to keep his knowledge fresh. His practice provides integrative, holistic medical care focused on general, overall wellness and employs natural treatments whenever possible. Bawa’s interest in holistic medicine and bioidentical hormones stems from patient requests. “I had patients come and ask me to help them with bioidentical hormones, and that is when I started to research their use,” he relates. “When I started prescribing them, patients came back with rave reviews and even started to lose weight and have more energy.” As this and other areas of anti-aging medicine have become a more prominent part of Dr. Bawa and Associates, the physician’s areas of special interest have come to include hormone and genetic testing, weight loss and esthetic services, including the use of state-ofthe-art lasers. He strives to provide the
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latest and best treatments for his patients through well-researched, cuttingedge treatments, supplements and natural remedies that can enhance their quality of life. Patients begin with a full screening that includes very detailed bloodwork and may also include hormone testing and some of the latest genetic testing available, which can help individuals to identify increased risk factors related to some health problems, determine the root cause of health issues and provide guidance regarding what types of treatments to choose. In line with the practices of the Mayo Clinic, the Scripps Institute and Duke University, Bawa was one of the first in the Northwest Florida area to use genetic testing as a routine part of a complete physical. Saliva testing is also performed at an additional charge. Bawa accepts health insurance and tries to ensure that the patient is not billed too much for the tests. Bawa pays attention to his patients’ weight and level of physical activity, knowing the monumental influence extra body fat and lack of physical activity can have on health. He notes, “Simply using bioidentical hormones can boost a person’s metabolism and make it easier to lose weight; plus, we monitor each individual and their progress as we consider a variety of treatments to improve weight loss and increase energy levels. No two individuals are alike, and
that’s why we specialize in addressing each patient’s individual needs.” Another concern for many people is the appearance of aging. Bawa understands the psychological and emotional importance of looking one’s best. He performs state-of-the-art laser procedures, including Cutera Pearl and Pearl Fractional. The Pearl Laser, made by Cutera, Inc., is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for cosmetic skin resurfacing and fine wrinkle treatment. Bawa notes, “It is similar to a chemical peel in that it helps to get some of the dead skin off the surface; however, there are no nasty chemicals that could cause an allergic reaction. With Pearl treatment, patients experience about three days of downtime, with some peeling skin.” The Pearl works by delivering pulses of light gently to the epidermis. The laser simultaneously sends heat to the deeper layers of skin to stimulate longer-term collagen growth. A natural protective layer forms on the skin, alleviating the need for wound care. The treated skin will look and feel slightly sunburned. On day three or four, the protective layer will peel away, reveal-
Before (top left) and after (bottom left) later stages (top right, bottom right) ing new, healthy, vibrant skin with a “pearl-like” glow. The Pearl Fractional Laser is the most advanced fractional laser technology available; it improves photo-damage/ photo-aging, tone and texture in just one treatment, resulting in a noticeably smoother, brighter complexion. With this intense but safe laser, only a small percentage of the skin is affected. Pulses place tiny holes deep in the skin, and the columns of damaged tissue are selectively removed, leaving surrounding skin intact. This shortens healing time and stimulates the body’s natural process for creating new collagen, plumping the skin from below and reversing the signs of photo-aging and other imperfections.
The best candidates for Pearl Fractional treatment are patients with light-to-medium skin tones and skin imperfections due to aging and sun damage. Within a week of recovery, dramatic results may be observed, but over the long term, patients will see continued structural changes in their skin, including increased volume and firmness. Maximum results are visible in one to three months. “Laser treatments can also be combined with other services such as fillers, which are comprised of hyaluronic acid, a compound that naturally occurs in skin, to help fill in lines and creases and reverse the visible appearance of aging,” advises Bawa. These are just a few of the esthetic services offered by Dr. Bawa and Associates. Above all, Bawa strives to make excellent medical care available to everyone at reasonable prices. Dr. Bawa and Associates is located at 155 Crystal Beach Dr., Ste. 121, Destin; 850424-7320; 907 Mar Walt Dr., Fort Walton Beach; 850-586-7890; and 45 Sugar Sand Ln., Santa Rosa Beach; 850-534-4170. For more information, visit DrBawa.com.
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Azzarella. “It is a thrill to see the plant material converted into its precious oil. The refuse from the distillation is then fed to the worms to make fertilizer for the new plant growth.” There is also a health clinic, several restaurants, a goat farm, cacao orchards that make chocolate, a state-of-the-art distillery and a research and testing laboratory. The company also built and supports a school for area children. Young Living now owes 11 farms and works with other outsourced fields to uphold their one-of-a-kind standard. “I am so very proud to be a part of such an authentic company. There is no other essential oil company that can come close to the seed-to-seal quality that Young Living offers,” says Azzarella. “I have been very blessed through my association with Gary and Mary Young,
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Sacred Activism Love in Action Can Change the World by Judith Fertig
Fe, New Mexico, that’s also reflected in his book, The Hope: A Guide to Sacred Activism. Born in India, educated at England’s Oxford University and in the religious traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity, he now resides in Melbourne, Arkansas, where he’s founder and director of the Institute for Sacred Activism. The goal of his international travel is to bring concerned people together to proactively face global crises. Says Harvey, “Sacred activism is a fusion of two of the most powerful fires of the human psyche—the mystic’s passion for God and the activist’s passion for justice.”
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“Sacred activism is the fusion of the mystic’s passion for God with the activist’s passion for justice, creating the burning sacred heart that longs to help, preserve and nurture every living thing.” ~ Andrew Harvey
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he butterfly, a universal symbol of transformation, reminds us that becoming our best selves is an ongoing process. Yet these delicate, fluttering creatures are suffering a decline, especially the vivid orange and black monarch butterflies that depend on milkweed flowers for sustenance during their migration to and from Mexico and Canada. “When I heard about the monarch butterfly crisis, I also noticed that I had milkweed vines all along my back fence,” says Karen Adler, a Kansas City, Missouri, gardener. “In years past, I would have pulled them out because 26
they can strangle other plants. But I talked it over with my neighbor and we agreed to let them grow. This year, we had more monarchs than ever.” These two women might not realize it, but they had engaged in spiritual activism. They became aware of a problem, approached it with compassion, learned about the issue, realized life’s interdependence and committed themselves to positive action for a result that is good for all. It’s a process that Andrew Harvey first described in a 2005 talk he gave at the Santuario de Guadalupe, in Santa
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The Awakening – Progressing from concerned citizen to spiritual activist is a gradual process. It may begin with an issue to which one feels called. “Our life in the world is a continual call and response,” observes Kabir Helminski, of Santa Cruz, California. He authors and translates books on the Muslim Sufi tradition, which tends to have an open relationship with other religions, and is a core faculty member of the Spiritual Paths Institute, which encourages seekers to find the sacred traditions that speak to them. “Sometimes events are a waking dream calling for interpretation, and sometimes the heart is directly addressed from within,” says Helminski. Compassion – Once an event moves us, prayer can be a pathway that opens our hearts to compassion, according to Jagadish Dass, of Granada Hills, California. The healer and teacher wrote The Prayer Project: The 3-Minute, 3 Times a Day Solution for World Change, which encourages involvement with something bigger than ourselves. Dass maintains that praying for three minutes, three times a day, will help us transmute into expressing a quiet power. “As we take responsibility for our lives, a transformation occurs within,” he says. We begin to inspire others to also take up the cause of working for change and bringing more peace, joy and love to the world. Likewise, Harvey urges each of us to make a real commitment to daily spiritual practice on the road to
“When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.” ~ Carla Goldstein spiritual activism. He suggests, “Start with a short prayer that aligns you with the pure deep love that is longing to use you as its instrument in the world.” Options include prayers from many of the world’s spiritual traditions shared in Dass’ book; a free download is provided at StewardshipOfTheSoul.com. Interconnectedness – Just as everything in the universe is connected by the simple act of being, like-minded people can connect to do good in the world. Sacred activists pursuing their own spiritual paths need to work with others, according to Harvey. “They form empowering and encouraging networks of grace—beings of like heart, brought together by passion, skill and serendipity to pool energies, triumphs, griefs, hopes and resources of all kinds. When people of like mind and heart gather together, sometimes miraculously powerful synergy can result.” Harvey has found that groups of six to 12 people become the most efficient and productive, whether joined together through a profession (such as physicians on medical missions), a passion for animal rights or the environment, or a strong sense of social justice. Knowledge – Knowledge, both inward- and outward-seeking, is another key to doing good for all. Carla Goldstein, JD, chief external affairs officer at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, in Rhinebeck, New York, and cofounder of its Women’s Leadership
Center, used her interest in women’s empowerment issues as a springboard to spiritual activism. “For the first 20 years of my professional life, I focused on public policy and politics,” she says. “But something was missing in the rhetoric of taking care of each other.” Practicing yoga and meditation and receiving support during a personal health crisis prompted what she terms “an awakening understanding of a gap between personal change and systems change.” Goldstein came to question her own “rugged individualism” versus the interconnectedness she felt when people took care of her. “Can we actually move towards integrating these two ideals?” she asked herself. Knowledge about issues is readily available from experts and organizations that experts recommend; she observes, “The big question is: What is needed for us to be of help?” Sometimes listening and understanding can be powerful. Under the auspices of the Omega Women’s Leadership Center, Goldstein invited women on both sides of the reproductive rights issue to meet in 2005. They had been part of the Public Conversations Project in the Boston suburb of Watertown, Massachusetts, begun after medical staff members were killed and wounded at an area women’s health clinic providing abortions in 1994. “Women from the divided community initially came together to tell their
stories,” Goldstein relates. “Over time, they developed a deep love for each other. Nobody changed their positions, but they did change how they interacted with one another.” They experienced a shift from emotional and verbal turbulence to, if not agreement, feelings of peace and understanding. Since then, the project has grown to facilitate such conversations in 38 states and 15 countries (PublicConversations.org). Positive Action – While many thorny issues take long-term, dedicated efforts to be resolved, others only need smaller individual or collaborative actions for positive outcomes. For Mark Nepo, a New York City poet, philosopher and author of the New York Times bestseller, The Book of Awakening, kindness is the force behind positive action, no matter how modest at first. “Kindness reveals kinship. It gives us connection to everything greater than us and everything else that is kind in the universe,” he says. “I think it’s powerfully effective, yet it’s such a small thing.” Nepo is active in Bread for the Journey, an international nonprofit that encourages community grassroots philanthropic projects that generate microgrants. One involved a small town in northern New Mexico that sought to improve the lives of local teenagers when the town’s elders wanted to open a youth center as a positive alternative to the drug scene. Just before the center was scheduled to open, the project ran out of money for required floodlights, so Bread for the Journey funded them and the center opened. “Within a few years, the whole culture shifted,” reports Nepo. This small contribution made a big difference to the whole community. Once awakened and nurtured, spiritual activism can become an omnipresent part of our lives. Says Goldstein, “When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.” Judith Fertig is a freelance writer from Overland Park, KS.
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Singing the World Awake by Tom Kenyon Article adapted from the film, Song of the New Earth
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hen I was a Music and sound this world with that voice.” youngster, I When I attended the are the language University of North Caroliclearly remember reading a book, The and architecture na, I discovered that neuroBoy Who Sang to the physiology could be used as of the cosmos. a language to explain mystiWorld, although I later learned it doesn’t exist. I cal experiences. The whole read it in some other realm of conscious- time I was engaged in scientific trainness and that’s what I became. ing, I was also going deeper into the I sang to the world, sun, moon, mysticism of the East, the yoga of India, stars and all life. I sang in church and Taoism of China, Egyptian alchemy choirs and later took up guitar and piaand Tibetan Buddhism. I was practicing no. One day, a visitor to our house said, every meditation from every tradition, “You’re going to heal many people in sometimes for five hours a day. Without
realizing it, I was changing my neurophysiology. Brain research shows that when we experience pure sound without language, the right side of the brain lights up like a Christmas tree. I’d worked in brain research for about 13 years when, while meditating, I received new information about brain geometry that I recognized as the geometry of consciousness in its relationship to sound and emotion. I understood that if I taught this to others, I would observe rapid change and improvement in brain function and creativity, which took place when I conducted beta testing at three sites. One day, I was in California doing a workshop when these sounds just came through me. That’s what spawned my current sound work. I become like a tuning fork to the information that is coming to me. In shamanism, this is called being the hollow reed. I step out of the way. In terms of brain frequencies, I go into an alpha state, in which I can attend to what I need to do vocally, but for that moment surrender my voice to the energy. When I work shamanically with drums, animal spirits come through my voice, as do beings from other traditions. I feel like a doorway, or a chauffeur looking in the back seat to see who I’m driving. I live in two diametrically opposed worlds. I’m logical in how I look at things and am fascinated by brain neurology. Then there’s this other side that’s off the charts. I never know when the whales are going to appear. As I operate in an altered state, I can see humpbacks psychically approaching until one of them enters my energy field. Subjec-
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Sound opens consciousness. If consciousness is higher, life on Earth will change. tively, I become as large as a whale, at the same time I’m aware of my physical body. I have dual realities, and then the whale sounds emanate through me. In a visionary experience on my 40th birthday, the question arose, “Will you sing the song of the new Earth?” I believe that we’re not going to survive much longer as a species if we don’t change how we are living, and that’s what my work is about. Many people are having spiritual emergences, yet we don’t, as a culture, have a place to harness its potential. What I do with groups is a type of sound healing, working collectively with the energy of a large gathering. Each person responds in ways unique to them, breathing into some inner emotion and making a sound that matches how it feels inside. Something happens with people that attend these events. It’s about the transformation and beauty of being able to step into the unknown to commune with a knowledge and intelligence that’ll sing through my voice. Together, we’ll see what will come forward. A major message I’ve received is that if we are to survive, we must raise the feminine out of the ashes created by millennia of cultural traditions and have the male and female meet together, not one above the other, but in equality, and with that union, create a new world. The boy who sang to the world has grown up to sing a space that allows people to create their hopes and dreams into existence. Psychologist and musician Tom Kenyon is trained in Ericksonian medical hypnosis and whole brain learning. His 25 years of practicing psychotherapy led to the formation of Acoustic Brain Research to scientifically study neuropsychology and psychoacoustics. He teaches Tibetan Buddhism, Taoism, Hinduism, Egyptian high alchemy and esoteric Christianity. He has authored Brain States, many CDs and the new documentary about his journey, Song of the New Earth (SongOfTheNewEarth.com).
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hen clients walk into New York City’s Swing Salon, they may be surprised by what they don’t smell—the range of chemicals usually wafting around hair salons. That’s because the owners have decided to use only natural and organic products. While many people may assume that all salon hair and body treatments are regulated and safe, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has no authority to require companies to test cosmetic products for safety, due to loopholes in the Toxic Substances Control Act. So, people are being exposed to dangerous toxins through salon products like nail polish, hair color processors and hair straighteners. Be aware that while labels of overthe-counter body care products are required by law to list ingredients, with the exception of the chemical soup often hidden under the term “fragrance”, the loophole for salon products is large. Jamie Silberberger, with the Women’s Voices for the Earth’s National Healthy Nail & Beauty Salon Alliance, reports, “Products sold for professional use in spas and salons are not required to be labeled with ingredients.” Fortunately, healthy alternatives are available, either by patronizing a green salon or using natural beauty treatments at home.
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Hair Dyes and Extensions About two-thirds of conventional hair dyes in the U.S. contain para-phenylenediamine (PPD), a chemical banned
for use in such products in Germany, France and Sweden. Exposure to PPD can cause allergic reactions ranging from skin irritation to death by anaphylactic shock, which happened to a teenager in 2010. When Spain’s University of Santiago de Compostela researchers conducted a metastudy examining the risk of cancer among hairdressers and related workers, all reported that employees had a higher risk of cancer than the general population. Hair extensions also warrant attention. Many adhesives used on extensions may contain 1,4 dioxane, listed as a probable carcinogen by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and styrene, a neurotoxin and suspected endocrine disruptor. Solution: Look for a clean, green salon that uses natural hair color treatments free from synthetic chemicals, ammonia or PPD. Individuals can also order nontoxic organic color kits direct from EcoColors.net.
Nail Polish When getting a manicure or pedicure, beware of the toxic trio of dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde and toluene. Used to help nail products hold color, they’re linked to reproductive and development problems, plus dizziness and eye and lung irritation, according to the Environmental Working Group. Facing pressure from consumer groups and salon workers, some polish companies are now producing so-called “nontoxic” nail polish, although their labels aren’t verifiable. California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control recently tested 25 nail polishes sold to salons, 12 of which
claimed to be toluene-free, including seven said to be free of the toxic trio. The researchers found toluene in 10 of those, and one or more of the three ingredients in five out of the seven. Solution: Customers should bring their own safe nail polish and only patronize well-ventilated salons.
Find a Green Salon Many conventional body products like shampoos and massage oils contain a litany of ingredients that add to our chemical exposure. Ask questions to ensure all of a salon’s products are nontoxic or as low in toxicity as possible. For example, a large network of independently owned “concept salons” across America are connected with the Aveda Corporation (Aveda.com), a national leader in developing hair and body products that are free from the most dangerous ingredients. More than 90 percent of Aveda’s essential oils and 89 percent of its raw herbal ingredients are certified organic. Also look for members of the Green Spa Network, a nationwide coalition of spas that pledge to be energy efficient and sustainable in all of their practices (GreenSpaNetwork.org). If a green salon hasn’t yet arrived locally, bring nontoxic products for appointments and ask the stylist to use them. Visit the Skin Deep Database at ewg.org/skindeep to find the least-toxic products for at-home use. Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist is a freelance writer in Tucson, Arizona.
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here was a time Staying in close room in the bed if you when Eliska, a don’t wake up.” contact makes it three-pound Prague ratter, would curl up and easier to pick up Make a Good Choice sleep next to owner Krista fleas, ticks or skin “Having your pet sleep in DeAngelis, and most of the time, she and the mites a pet may the bed with you is a perdog enjoyed a peaceful sonal choice,” says hocarry, and can night’s slumber. listic Veterinarian Patrick Then DeAngelis worsen allergies. Mahaney, of California married, and her husPet Acupuncture & Wellband banned the dog ness, in West Hollywood. ~ Roger Valentine, from the bed for fear of holistic veterinarian By discouraging this unintentionally squashbehavior, “Your pet will ing Eliska in his sleep. After enduring a be less likely to confuse your bed with few sleepless nights of canine whining theirs, and therefore prevent potential and barking, the Salt Lake City couple territory-related problems.” By failing successfully curbed their pet’s protests to discourage it, “You not only face the by simply spraying Eliska with a misting possibility of behavioral problems, you bottle every time she acted up. After could also face adverse effects to your two nights of this routine, the pocketown sleep and health,” he notes. sized pooch was fully trained to sleep According to results published in by herself in another room. a survey of 300 sleep disorder patients “I originally thought letting my dog conducted by Dr. John Shepard, then sleep in my bed was a good idea,” says medical director of the Mayo Clinic DeAngelis, a communications director Sleep Disorders Center, in Rochester, at Westminster College. “But I realized Minnesota, nearly 60 percent of the pet that they can keep you up when they owners in the study slept with their pets rustle around, wake you up if they have inside the bedroom. Twenty-two perto go out and sometimes go to the bath- cent of the patients were likely to have
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pets sleeping on the bed with them. Plus, 53 percent said their sleep was disrupted to some extent every night. Twenty-one percent and 7 percent of their dogs and cats, respectively, snored. Yet, a British study of 420 UK cat owners conducted by the nonprofit Cats Protection revealed that 44 percent of respondents (including 51 percent of women polled) said they enjoyed a better night’s sleep with a cat in bed with them than with a human companion. Benefits listed included an absence of snoring, more space on the bed and soothing purrs. “The advantages of letting your pet share your bed include companionship, warmth and a sense of security,” advises Mahaney. Among the drawbacks, he notes lack of space for people to sleep, interruption of normal sleep patterns and the pet’s confusion about its expected place to sleep.
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To break a pet of a bed-sleeping habit, Mahaney recommends applying persistence, consistency and the following tips:
A pet’s companionship can reduce levels of stress hormones while enabling people to deal with their emotions and stressful situations. ~ American Heart Association journal, Hypertension n Establish a separate area or bed for the pet to sleep. A cat or dog bed can be as simple as a clean, soft blanket placed nearby. n Use positive reinforcement techniques. Offer a tiny training treat, “gooddog” clicker noise or praise when the animal is comfortably resting in its own bed, to reinforce this desirable behavior. n Immediately address any territorial aggression when co-sleeping with a pet, such as growling or nipping. First, authoritatively say, “No!” Then put the pet on the floor or into its own bed and give the command to sit and stay.
n If problematic behavior persists, seek consultation with a veterinary behavior specialist.
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If a family member decides to share a bed with a pet, Mahaney offers the following recommendations: n Let it sleep on top of the covers, instead of under them. n Be aware of the need to remove environmental debris, including fecal material, on its coat before bedtime. n Give the dog an opportunity to void itself within a reasonable timeframe before going to sleep. A typical healthy dog should not have to get up in the middle of the night to urinate or defecate. n Allow a cat the opportunity to exit the bedroom throughout the night to play, eat, drink and use the litter box. Cats are nocturnal animals and are more likely to be active during lights out. Erik J. Martin regularly contributes to WebVet.com, from which this was adapted.
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Tasty Rituals that Deepen the Holiday Spirit by Lane Vail
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he holiday season is ripe with an array of spiritual, cultural and family rituals. We celebrate, reflect, give gifts and, of course, feast. Fortunately, the media also teems with tips on how to avoid high-calorie holiday goodies, says Dr. Michelle May, author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat. For our diet-driven culture to resolve its struggle with food, she says we must learn to honor its intrinsic value. Ritualized eating can help; a recent study published in the journal Psychological Science found that engaging in food rituals evokes mindfulness that enhances the enjoyment of eating.
Pause
Hunger, the body’s fuel gauge, manifests in physical symptoms like a growling stomach or low blood sugar, says May, citing a useful analogy. “You wouldn’t drive around and pull into every gas station you see; you’d check your fuel gauge first. Before filling up with food, pause and check your fuel gauge. Am I actually hungry, or is this desire coming from something else?” May suggests practicing FEASTing: First, focus on physical sensations, thoughts and emotions; perhaps we’re thirsty, rather than hungry, rationalizing that holiday foods are special, or feeling stressed or lonely. Next, explore why the feelings or thoughts are present, and
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then accept them without judgment. Strategize ways of satisfying the need and take a small step toward change.
Savor
Complex preparations for a major holiday can provoke anxiety and impatience, and likewise, feelings of longing or disappointment when it’s over. Sarah Ban Breathnach, bestselling author of Simple Abundance and Peace and Plenty, recommends allowing Christmastide to unfold at its own pace and celebrating all of December with a homemade Advent calendar. Craft a tree-shaped tower of tiny boxes or a garland of burlap mini-bags clipped with clothespins. Place an almond covered in organic dark chocolate in each container and use the treat as a daily mini-meditation. “Drop into the present moment, fully savor the luxurious, small bite and experience the pleasure of eating,” suggests May. Consider it symbolic of the season’s sweetness.
Connect
“Food connects us with one another, our heritage and our culture,” says May. Heather Evans, Ph.D., a Queen’s University professor and a holiday culinary history expert in Ontario, Canada, suggests creating a food diary of traditions to reinforce a connection with the past and support a holiday food legacy for the future. Ask grandparents about their childhood culinary memories, peruse family recipe books or discover new dishes that honor everyone’s ethnic heritage. Then create an heirloom holiday cookbook with handwritten recipes arranged alongside favorite photos and stories.
“December 26 was a chance for landowners and homeowners to give back to household staff and local tradespeople,” says Evans. “It’s a tradition worth reviving to pause, reflect on our own good fortune and contribute to others’ comfort.” Consider serving a meal at a local soup kitchen, collecting items for a food drive or offering a box of healthy culinary treats to community stewards at a fire station, post office or library. On Christmas Day, says Ban Breathnach, “Our kids have the world lying at their feet.” Boxing Day, she says, provides a natural transition to reach out in charity. Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blogger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.
Sync
According to pagan philosophy, sharing seasonal food with loved ones during the winter solstice on December 21 symbolizes the shared trust that warmth and sunlight will return. Eating warm foods provides physical comfort and eating seasonally and locally connects us to the Earth, observes May. Sync body and spirit with the season by stewing root vegetables, baking breads, sipping hot cider and tea, and nibbling on nuts and dried fruits. “The repetition of predictable foods is reassuring,” remarks Evans, and it celebrates nature’s transitions.
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Stir-Up Sunday is a Victorian amusement filled with fun, mystery and mindfulness, says Ban Breathnach. Some December Sunday, have each family member help stir the batter of a special Christmas cake while stating a personal new year’s intention. Drop a clean coin, bean or trinket into the mix and bake. Serve it with a sprig of holly on Christmas Day, and the person with the piece containing the lucky charm will be rewarded with a prosperous, wholesome and positive new year, according to tradition. Evans remarks, “This is a wonderful ritual for nurturing the health and spirit of the family.”
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Boxing Day offers something far more meaningful to celebrate than postholiday sales. Originating as a tradition that thrived during the 19th century,
HEALTHY HOLIDAY TOPPERS Creating a repertoire of delicious wintery foods can help evoke health, mindfulness and delight during the holiday season. Dr. Michelle May advises approaching the entire process of eating, including the menu planning, shopping and food preparation, with a spirit of mindfulness, which adds a deeper dimension of pleasure to the experience. “Cake becomes more than just cake,” she says. “It becomes something the family creates and enjoys together.” Savor these rituals and recipes with loved ones.
Memory-Making Christmas Cake
A Revitalizing Ritual for the New Year Start the new year with a tabula rasa (clean slate) by hosting a New Year’s Eve Good Riddance Tea Party. Gather family and friends over warm ginger tea, spiced apple cider, hot chocolate and festive finger foods. Guests write down on slips of paper any mistakes, disappointments, regrets, hurts or failings they wish to be forgiven or forgotten. One by one, put them into a crackling fireplace or bonfire to symbolize surrendering of the past. “This ties the heart strings in a comforting bow,” comments author Sarah Ban Breathnach. Then, inscribe fresh intentions for the year to come and tuck them away in a special place. “This is the most mystical part, because so many prayers get answered,” Ban Breathnach says. Lastly, toast the new year with optimism and joy.
This nontraditional, healthy Christmas cake is alcohol-, sugar- and gluten-free. It relies on fruit for sweetness, almond meal for moistness and vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and orange essences for a perfect mingling of flavors. Prepare the cake with the whole family as a Stir-Up Sunday ritual, and keep it tightly sealed in the refrigerator until Christmas Day. Serve in small portions at room temperature or warmed in the oven and alongside vanilla bean custard or plain yogurt swirled with orange blossom honey. Yields 20 servings 2½ cups (600 grams) mixed and chopped dried fruit (raisins, prunes, figs, apricots, currants, sultanas and/ or dates) 1 tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp nutmeg 1 tsp vanilla bean extract Zest and juice from 1 organic orange 3 Tbsp olive oil 3 organic free-range eggs 2 cups (200 gm) ground almonds (almond flour) ¼ cup (50 gm) walnuts Preheat the oven to 300° F. Line the sides and base of a 7-inch round cake tin with parchment paper.
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Combine the dried fruit, spices, vanilla, orange zest and juice, olive oil and eggs. Mix in the almond flour and walnuts, then spoon the batter into the baking tin. Bake for an hour-and-a-half. Insert a skewer or toothpick to see if it comes out moist, but clean; if not, bake for up to 30 minutes more. (Cover the top if necessary to prevent over-browning.) After cooling, remove from the tin and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one month. Courtesy of Teresa Cutter, author of The 80/20 Diet and founder of TheHealthyChef.com.
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chocolate, citrus, coffee or pistachio. Pour this vanilla bean custard over a warm Christmas cake or serve it straight up as eggnog, adding a touch of brandy and dusting of nutmeg. 2 cups milk of choice (organic, almond, coconut, soy or rice) 2 organic free-range eggs 2 tsp vanilla bean extract 2 Tbsp organic maple syrup or 1 Tbsp honey 1 Tbsp cornflour or kudzu Pinch nutmeg
Heat milk in a saucepan with vanilla and honey and bring to near boiling, then remove from heat. Beat eggs and cornflour in a stainless steel mixing bowl until combined. Pour the hot milk over the eggs and whisk in well. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook over a gentle heat, stirring with a wooden spoon until it thickens and coats the back of the spoon. Remove from the heat quickly and pour back into the mixing bowl. Whisk well to slightly cool and smooth it out. If any lumps appear, strain the mixture through a sieve. Serve hot or cold. To warm up cold custard, put in a bowl set over a pan of simmering water; stir and heat through gently. Courtesy of Teresa Cutter, author of The 80/20 Diet and founder of TheHealthyChef.com.
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Hearty Harvest Salad Try this salad alongside a piece of grilled fish, chicken or tempeh for a healthy alternative during the holiday season. Serves 6 to 8 side dish portions or 2 entrée portions Fresh baby arugula, kale and romaine, torn into bite size pieces (about 12 oz) Sprinkle kale and arugula with small amount of salt and olive oil and massage, then toss in the romaine. Throw in some fresh chopped herbs if you like; try cilantro, basil or dill as nice additions to a greens mix, along with providing some medicinal and healing benefits. Add following ingredients to a large bowl and then toss with a small amount of the dressing 1 tangerine, cut into segments and chopped 1 persimmon diced 1 granny apple, diced ½ cup walnuts, almonds or cashews chopped
¼ cup golden raisins ¼ cup diced red or green onion ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled ¼ cup tangerine and thyme balsamic dressing Serve on individual plates or in a small bowl and top with fresh sprouts to make a beautiful presentation.
Tangerine Balsamic Dressing ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 1 tsp local raw honey, optional Juice of a tangerine or orange 2 Tbsp fresh thyme 1 tsp chopped garlic ½ tsp salt ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper ¾ cup olive oil Use a Vitamix or another blender and place all ingredients in. Turn on low speed and slowly bring up to a 4 or 5; don’t overmix. (or place all the ingredients in a screw-top jar and shake to combine). Taste and adjust the seasonings. Toss a few Tbsp of the dressing with the salad mix and desired salad ingredients, If not using dressing right away, cover and refrigerate, whisking or shaking again before use. Will keep airtight and cool for 2 to 4 weeks.
4 Tbsp coconut oil 3 cups sliced leeks (white and pale green parts only), cleaned well (about 2 large leeks) ½ bunch kale, trimmed and chiffonade 2 Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped 1 cup chopped celery with leaves 1 Tbsp poultry seasoning 1 cup dried goji and golden berries, rehydrated in hot water for 15 min- utes and drained 1 Tbsp chopped fresh sage leaves 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary 6 cups homemade gluten-free or whole grain croutons ½ cup chopped fresh parsley leaves 2 to 3 cups vegetable stock (no-chicken broth preferred for flavor) 1 Tbsp salt 2 tsp ground black pepper Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Melt the coconut oil a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the leeks and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, then add in kale, apples, celery and poultry seasoning to the skillet and sauté until the leeks are soft, a few more minutes. Mix in the drained berries, sage and rosemary. Add this mixture to the croutons and parsley. Next add the stock a little at a time until the stuffing is moist. Be sure not to overdo it; it shouldn't be mushy. Season with salt and pepper. Place in a casserole dish. The stuffing can be made to this point two days before ready to serve and refrigerated. Bake in a 14-inch oval or 9-by-13-inch rectangular casserole dish and place, uncovered, in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, until the top is crispy and the center piping hot. Remove and serve immediately. Note: If stuffing a turkey, the stuffing must be cold before being placed in the bird. Courtesy of Amy Likins, holistic nutritionist and lifestyle specialist, and owner of Synergy Organic Juice Bar & Cafe. For more information visit SynergyOrganic CafeFWB.com.
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otivational speaker and bestselling author Gabrielle Bernstein knows the gravitational pull of addiction firsthand. Although introduced to spiritual practices from an early age, she turned away from that upbringing in her 20s, pulled instead into a vortex of drugs, alcohol and unhealthy relationships while running a public relations firm promoting Manhattan nightclubs. After hitting rock bottom at age 25, Bernstein made the unwavering decision to seek spiritual help and change her life. The entrepreneurial young woman found her groove as a spiritual teacher, introducing millions to new ways of thinking and living through her books, lectures, blogs and videos. Her nononsense approach to spirituality and knack for making practices like meditation and prayer accessible to beginners and cynics have attracted a new generation of seekers. Bernstein’s latest book, Miracles Now:108 Life-Changing Tools for Less Stress, More Flow, and Finding Your True Purpose, offers simple, yet powerful tips to short-circuit unhealthy thought patterns and take a shortcut to transformational change.
Why do you reframe a miracle as simply a shift in perception? Shifting your perception and choosing again is a core principle from A Course in Miracles, a metaphysical text that I study and teach from. When you choose
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to reorganize your belief system and align it with a loving, forgiving perspective, rather than a fear-based reality, that’s when miracles can happen.
Some people shift away from a harmful relationship with addictive drugs and alcohol like you did, while others take such unhealthy behaviors to the grave; what makes the difference? Often when we get caught in unhealthy behavior, we aren’t willing to ask for help. I think the reason I was able to leave those behaviors behind and create a new path was my willingness to live a different way. I was able to witness my life and see that it wasn’t working. It’s an ongoing process; I’ve been on my current path of turning to spiritual principles for many years, but I’m still constantly working to apply them throughout my moment-tomoment experiences.
How does meditation help create radical change? I think meditation is a key tool for health, happiness and well-being. It can help reorganize the nervous system, lower stress levels, calm the mind and recalibrate energy. It can help us experience more synchronicity in our lives and a greater sense of interconnectedness, as well.
What do you struggle with the most and what personal miracle are you still trying to realize? I’m in constant conversation with myself over my thoughts and beliefs about judgment and separation. People are programmed by society to believe we are separate and to judge ourselves and others. My practice suggests a reinterpretation of that general belief system in order to perceive things differently. I also try to forgive limiting thoughts I was holding onto; for example, judging myself for not performing well at a lecture. Talking too much in conversations is a big challenge for me. A practice in my Miracles Now book called WAIT, for “Why am I talking?” reminds me to notice when I’m saying too much, commenting unnecessarily or not supporting the greater good.
How do you think about money, and has that proven helpful in broader terms? I believe that we have the power to attract healthier relationships in our financial circumstances in the same way that we have the power to attract healthier relationships with people in our lives. Some people think that you can’t both be spiritual and secure financial abundance; I think that’s nonsense. When you start to reorganize your beliefs around your self-worth and capacity to earn, and open up to your intuitive voice and the creative possibilities for earning, then your financial situation can change dramatically. I have lived that principle fully. I was brought up in a poverty mindset, but with a shift in perception, I was able to release my fears of financial insecurity.
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their workouts more and are likely to stay with them longer. Identifying our fitness personality can help us find a program that suits our rhythms and interests. Based on composites from growing research, here are six categories that assess and capture the way we may feel about exercise; more than one can apply to any individual. Disciplined and driven. This is an image to which many of us may aspire, even though not everyone fits the mold. These exercisers are self-motivated and goal-oriented. Commitment and consistency go hand-in-hand. They like to use devices to track progress, maintain a training log and/ or work with a personal trainer in systematic workouts geared to measure improvement. Disciplined types are often early risers; starting the day with regular exercise is second nature. Compatible fitness regimens include cardio workouts, interval and weight training, running, swimming and martial arts. Relishes routine. While these folks are disciplined and driven in some ways, they tend to be more relaxed about regimens. The key to success here is consistency. They like order and familiarity in exercise settings and practice and may enjoy reading or watching a screen dur-
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...people that engage in activities appropriate for their personalities enjoy their workouts more and are likely to stay with them longer. ing workouts. Whatever the preferred approach, whether it’s a favorite training video, Wii Fit video game, favorite teacher or memorized Pilates moves, these exercisers like to stick with it, even working out at the same time every day—often first thing in the morning or after work—finding that regularity can be habit-forming. Conscious contemplative. Reflective individuals enjoy quiet, solo activities like long-distance running, biking, hiking and swimming, that allow opportunities to look inward, often without thinking too much about the physical details. Exercise offers a chance to clear the mind and renew the spirit while strengthening the body. These types naturally gravitate to outdoor pursuits, but some indoor practices may also suit them, like yoga, Pilates, tai chi or even karate, which incorporate a strong mind-body component. Workouts are often soothing, rather than intense. Plays well with others. For many people, exercise is best enjoyed with others, combining the social and fitness benefits of both. Connections and camaraderie get them off the couch, revved up and ready to go. Whether it’s a committed group of friends chatting during water aerobics or a highpowered cardio class that compares notes, motivation comes primarily from the presence—and accountability factor—of others. A lunch-hour class at
a nearby studio or gym may be a fun break in the workday. On weekends, consider golf, tennis, dance or a local recreation team. Compulsive competitor. While the communal aspect is appealing, the greater gratification for this type comes through the thrill and challenge of competition. Trying to win is the great motivator, unlike driven and disciplined types that are happy to push through to their personal best. Team sports are a natural outlet, including soccer, rugby, lacrosse, basketball or swimming, plus disc golf, tennis or racquetball matches and running events. Avid for adventure. It’s tough for any formal exercise program to keep the attention of adventurers. They crave freshness and spontaneity in fitness venues, activities that engage their interest and animate enthusiasm. It’s crucial for adventurous types to mix things up and not rely on any one exercise practice. Outdoor endeavors such as snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, inline skating or mountain biking have appeal. They may gravitate to the variables of Nia, Zumba’s high-energy Latin dance groove, kickboxing, exercise balls or hot yoga. A midday exercise escape can break the work routine. Their key to keeping active is to keep things stimulating.
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ongoingevents All calendar events must be received by the 15th of the month prior to publication. Limited to approximately 25 words. See exact character count on website. Submit from our website only at NWFNaturally.com. $10 per entry. In The Flow Yoga with Michael DeMaria – 5:306:30pm. For beginners and advanced practitioners, flow from rhythmic movement and laughter to flowing yogic postures and meditative stillness, all accompanied by live music. Bring a yoga mat. $10. Sanders Beach Community Center, 913 South I St, Pensacola. 850-436-5198. MDeMaria@ontos.org. Ontos.org.
tuesday monday Pilates Equipment Classes – 8:30-9:30am. Mon/ Wed/Fri. Use of reformers, towers and wunda chairs. $30/drop in, $25/account; 4 participants per class. Pilates Core Training, 1310 B Dunmire, Dunmire Village, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCore Training.com Pilates Equipment Classes – Mon, 9 & 5:30pm; Tues, 8am, 11:30am, 6pm; Wed, 9am; Thurs, 8am, 11:30am, 6:00pm; Fri, 9am, Sat, 10am. $28/drop in, $22/account. Pure Pilates, 221 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze. 850-932-3424. PurePilatesPensacola.com. Yoga Classes – Mon, Vinyasa Flow 9:30am; Tues, Basics 8:30am, YogaFusion 5:30pm; Wed, Vinyasa Flow 5:30pm; Thurs, Basics 8:30am. $12/drop in, $10/account. Pure Pilates, 221 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze. 850-932-3424. PurePilatesPensacola.com. Advanced Mat Class – 5:30-6:30pm. Advanced Mat class taught by Barbara Bruni; Strengthen your core and protect your spine. Full body strength and flexibility. Emphasis on proper joint alignment. Balance, coordination and breathing are improved as well. $15/drop-in, $10/account basis. Pilates Core Training, 1310 B Dunmire, Dunmire Village, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com. Barre Classes – Mon, 5:30pm; Wed, 7am; Thurs, 6pm. $12/drop in, $10/account. Pure Pilates, 221 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze. 850-932-3424. PurePilatesPensacola.com
TRX and Aerial Movement Classes –Tue, Thur, Fri. Tue & Thur, TRX 7am; Fri, Aerial Movement 8am. Come hang from the ceiling and strengthen your core, tone your arms and legs, and decompress your spine. $28/drop in, $22/account. Pure Pilates, 221 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze. 850-9323424. PurePilatesPensacola.com. Twin Hearts Meditation and Healing Clinic – 7:15-8:15am. Promoting stress reduction and general wellness. Protocols for most physical and emotional ailments. Free, bring canned food for Manna. EverMan’s Natural Foods Community Rm, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. 850-4332042. PranicHealingCentralGulfCoast@aol.com. PranicHealingCentralGulfCoast.com. Tuesday Mat Day: Pilates Core Training – 8:309:30am, advanced mat; 9:45-10:45am, beginning mat with Beth Bradford instructing both classes. $15/drop-in, $10/ account. Pilates Core Training, 1310 B Dunmire, Dunmire Village, Pensacola. 850287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com Meditation – 6pm. 1st Tues. Meditation offers innumerable benefits for your body, mind and spirit. The rest is deeper than sleep. The deeper your rest, the more dynamic your activity. Guided meditation led by Rev Jamie Sanders. Love offering. Unity of Pensacola, 716 N 9th Ave, Pens. 850-438-2277. Unity@unitypns.org. UnityPns.org. Truth on Tap – 6pm. Last Tues. Rev Jamie Sanders leads an evening of lively spiritual discussion over food and drinks. Participants responsible for
their food and drink cost. Free attendance. Ozone Pizza Pub, 1010 N 12th Avenue, #111, Pensacola. 850-438-2277. Unity@unitypns.org. UnityPns.org. Cook Up a New You – Jan 13-Mar 3. 6-8pm. Healthier eating habits through planning and preparing meals with real food. See how easy it can be to feed yourself and your family without packaged products loaded with stuff you cannot pronounce. $450. So Gourmet Pensacola, 407 South Palafox, Pensacola. 850-748-3149. Kathy@KathyHubbardHerbalist.com. KathyHubbardHerbalist.com. Meditation and Pranic Healing Clinic – 7:158:30pm. Meditaton promoting general wellness, stress reduction, planetary peace. Pranic healing follows. Free; bring canned food for manna. Everman’s Community Room, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. 850-433-2042. PranicHealingOasis@gmail.com. PranicHealingCentralGulfCoast.com.
wednesday Equipment Classes – 8:30-9:30am. See Mon listing. $30/drop in, $25/account. Pilates Core Training, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com. Health Consultations – 9:30am- 6pm. One-on-one with Herbalist Thomas Easley RH. A variety of assessment techniques used to identify the root cause of health issues. Appt req. Pace Wellness Center, 4958 Hwy 90. 850-994-5656. PaceWellnessCenter.com. Gyrokinesis Class – 2-3pm. Work your entire body through spinal movements including gentle joint and rhythmic muscle undulation. $15/drop-in, $10/account. Pilates Core Training, New Location: 1310 B Dunmire, Dunmire Village Pensacola.. 850-287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com.
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Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe 315 W Garden St, Pensacola • 850-438-0402 • Everman.org
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Metaphysical Book Study – 6:30-8pm. A discusssion of important metaphysical texts. Currently using Discover the Power Within You. This is an open In remembrance of the many holidays class with books available for use. Love offering. this month events are limited. Please call Unity of Gulf Breeze, 913 Gulf Breeze Parkway, to verify the scheduled events. #26, Harbourtown Village, Gulf Breeze. 850-9323076. UnityOfGulfBreeze.org.
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Spiritual Living Discussion – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn National Eat A Red Apple Day spiritual living tools to transform your personal life and help make the world a better place. Love FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5 offering. Carolyn & Jim Vary’s home, 2385 Burr Oak Drive, Cantonment. 850-637-4488. JJVary@ International Volunteer Day gmail.com. SpiritualLivingPensacola.blogspot.com. for Economic & Social Development The Art of Reflexology with Wayne Haynes 7:15-8:30pm
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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26 National Candy Cane Day National Boxing Day National Thank-you Note Day
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28 National Chocolate Candy Day
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 New Years Eve
Tai Chi Exercises for Health – 9-10am. The ancient practice of Tai Chi improves vigor, flexibilityand WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10 balance, and has beneficial impact on heart, bones, Nobel Prize Day nerves, muscles and immune system. And it’s fun to do. $5.00. Perdido Bay Community Center, 13660 Human Rights Day Innerarity Point Rd, Pensacola. 8504924451. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11 TaiChiCheryl@cox.net International Mountain Day Healing Meditation – 6:45pm. 3rd Thurs. Experience meditation, music and healing prayer, with FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 an opportunity to receive a brief reiki treatment, oneness blessing, or personal healing prayer. Love The Art of Reflexology offering. Unity of Gulf Breeze, 913 Gulf Breeze with Wayne Haynes 7:15-8:30pm Parkway, #26, Harbourtown Village, Gulf Breeze. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 850-932-3076. UnityOfGulfBreeze.org. Worldwide Candle Lighting Day (The Compassionate Friends) - 7pm
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ongoing Weekly and monthly recurring calendar events at Ever’man. Please call to verify this schedule during the holidays.
MONDAY Connected Warriors Yoga Class –10-11am. For vets, service members, their family and support people; designed to help manage the symptoms of PTSD. Free.
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The Art of Reflexology Equipment Classes – 8:30-9:30am. See Mon listing. with Wayne Haynes 7:15-8:30pm $30/drop in, $25/account. Pilates Core Training, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com. National Maple Syrup Day
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Story Sprouts – 10am-12pm. Age 3-5. Join Miss Audrey for stories, crafts and healthy snacks. Free
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Gental FlowYoga with Christa – 6-7 pm. You must be 18+ to attend. Free
Kundalini Yoga – 9-10:30am. Gentle Kundalini SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 yoga, breathwork and meditation with Diana Waglis. World Peace Day $6/drop in, $20/4 classes. Unity of Gulf Breeze, 913 Gulf Breeze Parkway, #26, Harbourtown Village, Winter Solstice Day (December 20-23) Gulf Breeze. 850-932-3076. UnityOfGulfBreeze.org.
Meditation/Pranic Healing – 7:15-8:30pm. Promotes wellness and stress reduction. Free
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Herbal Certification Course – Jan 24-Feb 21. 9am- National Date Nut Bread Day 1pm. Delve into the world of healing herbs and medicinal plants with Herbalist Kathy Hubbard. Learn WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER the folk medicine ways of our ancestors. Join us for this engaging, fun learning experience and take Christmas Eve charge of your health. $425. Old Thyme Remedies, National Eggnog Day 2475 E Nine Mile Rd, E Pensacola.
Integrate: A Trauma Sensitive Yoga Class – 1011am. Every Wed. Free. Through asana and breath,
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BOOKS
ACUPUNCTURE INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE Sheila Mohammed, MD, MSPH, PhD Board Certified • 850-736-8401 4542 Alba St, Pace
Physician applied acupuncture. A safe and effective treatment for general and specific conditions including pain management from neck, shoulder and back conditions, and as an alternative to pain medications. See ad, page 29.
DR SHERYL ROE Acupuncture Physician Navarree • FWB • Destin 850-225-3460 • DrSRoe.com Acupuncture works! Learn how it can work for you at the Navarre, Destin or Mary Esther. Treating all types of pain, addiction, sleep disorders, stress, fibromyalgia, PTSD. Feel better soon. See ad, page 13.
TRANSFORMATIONAL BOOKS BY DAVID ARRAN ANDERSON TheLastAvatar.com
David Arran Anderson is a teacher o f a f t e r- d e a t h e x p e r i e n c e , metaphysics, self-mastery and higher consciousness. The Last Avatar is both an enduring love story and a Christmas story about the nature of beliefs, the hope for a better world and the future of humanity. Get your copy and become transformed. $14.99 at TheLastAvatar.com. See ad, page 29.
COLONIC PENSACOLA WELLNESS CENTER, LLC
Beverly North, LMT, CT 945 W Michigan Ave, 6C, Pensacola 850-449-5572 • MA 56835 • MM24149 Wellness requires a state of b a l a n c e . We o f f e r c o l o n h y d r o t h e r a p y, r e f l e x o l o g y, massage therapy and other alternative modalities to help you achieve/maintain your wellness model. See ad, page 10.
BARRE PURE PILATES
Gulf Breeze Proper 221 Gulf Breeze Pkwy • 850-932-3424 Downtown Pensacola 426 S Palafox • 850-607-2772 PurePilatesPensacola.com Come strengthen and stretch with Pure Pilates’ Barre class. Barre is a body changing workout set to music and designed to be fun without stressing or straining the body. See ad, page 9 and 10.
DENTISTRY DR DAYTON HART, DMD
IAOMT Protocol 225 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 36535 251-943-2471 • DrDaytonHart.com
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Free book: Mercury Free Dentistry. Ozone, laser no-suture gum surgery, test for compatible materials, cavitycausing bacteria. Examine for gum disease bacteria. Laser cavity diagnoses, saliva, ph check, oral galvanic screening; no fluoride. See ad, page 8.
SILA BEAUTY AND HEALTH
P.O Box 761, Pensacola 850-542-7102 SilaBeautyAndHealth.com SilaBeautyAndHealth@gmail.com Sila is an all natural dietary supplement for optimal hair growth that restores hair vitality and supports the natural production of collagens ability to increase hair thickness and strength. See ad, page 30.
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ESSENTIAL OILS LAURIE AZZARELLA, LMT, CRR
Young Living Educator, Sponsor #327923 850-380-4943 LaurieAzzarella@gmail.com WellnessPurposeAbundance.com/YL/123 Experience the healing, uplifting and detoxifying benefits of therapeuticgrade essential oils and supplements. Contact us for personal consultations, inhome classes, household products, health supplements, diffusers, group presentations and business training. See ad, page 11.
FITNESS ROXO WELLNESS
Dr. Samantha Graber, DC 850-677-8070 35 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze RoxoWellness@gmail.com RoxoWellness.com
ROXO wellness was created to simplify fitness for busy people. ROXO is a studio where you can learn tools to move well, eat well and live well. Our studio incorporates the best in fitness technology to help our clients build stronger, more stable bodies with a personal trainer by their side every session. See ad, page 11.
FOODS & SUPPLEMENTS ESTHER’S GARDEN OF HEALING, LLC 8184 Navarre Pkwy • Navarre 850-499-3670 EsthersGardenOfHealing@live.com
A unique establishment specializing in 150+ bulk herbs, 40+ loose teas, homeopathic remedies and our herbal skincare line. Find us on Facebook for an updated schedule of our weekly workshops. See ad, page 7.
EVER’MAN COOPERATIVE GROCERY & CAFE 315 W Garden St, Pensacola 850-438-0402 • EverMan.org
Natural and certified organic products, vitamin supplements, local and organic produce, whole-some baked goods, hot deli lunches, environmentally friendly products, and educational classes and events. Mon-Sat, 7am-9pm; Sun, 10am-7pm. See ad, page 39.
PACE WELLNESS CENTER
Katie Lastinger, Owner 850-994-5656 • PaceWellnessCenter.com Facebook/The-Wellness-Center Offers supplement/herbal wellness; assessment practices: iridology, tongue/fingernail/pulse analysis, glandular body typing. Healing therapies: ionic footbath, hot house, chi machine, and massage therapy.
PENSACOLA NATURAL FOODS, INC 916 W Michigan Ave, Unit C, Pensacola 850-433-8583 PensacolaNaturalFoods.com
1 5 % o ff v i t a m i n s , h e r b s , homeopathics. 10% off groceries for military. Natural and organic groceries; wheat-, dairy-, glutenfree foods; nitrate-free meats, poultry; low-carb foods; organic wine, beer; locally-made jewelry, soaps, candles. Bulk discounts. See ad, page 8.
WILD ROOTS MINDFUL EATING RESTAURANT AND MARKET 5 Via Deluna, Pensacola Beach 888-935-8827
Clean, Organic, Vegan, Paleo, Gluten Free and Dairy Free foodsPure, Fresh, Simple. Mindful, health-conscious eating on Pensacola Beach. Organic menu and Market Salads, Wraps, Sandwiches. See ad, page 5.
GARDEN SUPPLIES NATURE’S FLUID
Organic & All Natural Fertilizer 903-571-1787 NaturesFluid.com NaturesFluid@gmail.com All purpose, all natural Nutrient fertilizer solution for all types of plants, Ornamental, Flowers, Vegetables and Fruit. You can’t over use Nature’s Fluid. Great for hydroponic systems. See ad, page 33.
HEALING ARTS MICHAEL BRANT DEMARIA, PHD
Psychologist, Yoga/Meditation Teacher Sound Healing Artist, Speaker, Author Info@ontos.org • MichaelDemaria.com Free meditation series at Youtube. com/MBDemaria; upcoming events at PeaceWithinNow.com. Ongoing meditation/yoga classes at Sanders Beach Community Center. 850-436-5198. Healing music available on iTunes, Amazon.com, CDbaby.com. See ad, page 7.
HEALING PATH, ALICE MCCALL
Transformational Energy Healer/Counselor BS Psychology, MBA, Hypnotherapist 850-585-5496 • HealingPath.info Phone sessions to heal serious health issues, unwanted patterns, and more. Authored Wellness Wisdom on natural health and healing; inspired by her journey with cancer.
INTUITIVE ARTS TERESA BROWN
3 W Garden St, Pensacola 850-206-1853 TeresaBrown.net Experienced intuitive medium, public speaker, and author. Find peace, healing and renewal of energy through energetic clearing, past life regression and spiritual counseling. Consultations in person or phone.
HERBALIST CLASSES KATHY HUBBARD, HERBALIST KathyHubbardHerbalist.com Pensacola • 850-748-3149
Herbal education with classes taught throughout the area. Join the empowering journey to health and wellness through the world of herbs. Check website for class listings. See ad, page 15.
MYOFASCIAL RELEASE BARBARA BRUNI Pilates Core Training New Location: 1310 B Dunmire, Dunmire Village, Pensacola 850-287-5836 • BarbaraBruni.com Myofascial release treats the entire myofascial mind/body complex, eliminating the pressure of the restricted myofascial system (the straight-jacket) that causes painful symptoms. LMT # MA64267. See ad, page 3.
HOLISTIC MEDICINE INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE Sheila Mohammed, MD, MSPH, PhD Board Certified • 850-736-8401 4542 Alba St, Pace
A holistic, caring physician combining traditional medicine with Oriental medicine; orthopedic medicine; holistic p a i n r e h a b i l i t a t i o n . We understand the patient’s physical, mental and financial difficulties and offer focused approaches to healthcare. See ad, page 29.
PILATES PILATES CORE TRAINING
Barbara Bruni, Owner New Location: 1310 B Dunmire, Dunmire Village, Pensacola 850-287-5836 • PilatesCoreTraining.com Mat, yoga, cycle, gyrokensis and equipment classes, or private sessions for a personalized experience. Website lists instructors, class schedule and prices. See ad, page 3.
HYPNOSIS DEANA COOPER CHAPMAN
Hypnosis and Life Coaching CCH, CNLP 850-261-3596 Deana@DeanaCooperChapman.com The mind is the most powerful gift we have. Using Hypnosis, NLP and Life Coaching you can improve, change or accept anything you truly desire. Reach your full potential. Two locations: Navarre Healing Arts & 8th Element Wellness FWB.
PURE PILATES
Gulf Breeze Proper 221 Gulf Breeze Pkwy • 850-932-3424 Downtown Pensacola 426 S Palafox • 850-607-2772 PurePilatesPensacola.com
MAIA RIZZI, CCHT
Graduate of State Licensed School Clinical Hypnotherapist Pensacola • 850-291-8041 MaiaRizzi33@gmail.com
Join us at Pure to experience the largest Pilates studio on t h e C o a s t . Va r i e t y o f Equipment and Mat classes are offered 6 days a week. Tone your core with PURE. See ad, page 9 and 10.
Life is often challenging.. Experience Hypnosis, dreamwork, regressions, inner personality dynamics, spiritual counseling. Reduce stress and anxiety; re-establish self empowerment. See Monthly articles in Bella Magazine; Monthly presentations at Everman’s. Call for free consultation. See ad, page 39.
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PROLOTHERAPY INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE Sheila Mohammed, MD, MSPH, PhD Board Certified • 850-736-8401 4542 Alba St, Pace
Prolotherapy is the missing link in treating chronic pain by repairing traumatized ligaments throughout the body. We offer a variety of treatments, minimally invasive pain management. See ad, page 29.
RETREATS EAST OF EDEN RETREAT AND SPA 234 Dog Hobble Ln Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 850-797-4754 EastOfEdenRetreatAndSpa.com
Spend few days of decompression, away from the noise of the daily life. Explore our three comfortable shortterm rental accommodations on our website. Complementary sauna, wet steam room, salt-water pool. Discounted spa services & daily yoga classes are available to our retreat guests. See ad, back cover.
ROLFING SHARALEE HOELSCHER, RCST Certified Rolfer (MA34039) Registered Craniosacral Therapist 850-450-8508 HealingWithBodywork.com
Get out of pain once and for all. Treat the source, not the symptom. Enjoy moving freely in a more organized, comfortable and balanced body. See ad, page 22.
SPA TREATMENTS EAST OF EDEN RETREAT AND SPA 234 Dog Hobble Ln Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 850-797-4754 EastOfEdenRetreatAndSpa.com
The ultimate destination for health and beauty in NW Florida, provides a wide range of spa services and holistic treatments to revitalize your body, mind and spirit. Massages, facials, advanced anti-aging skin care, hair styling and makeup, naturopathy and accupuncture are offered in synergy to make your inner & outer beauty shine through. See ad, back cover.
WIND CREEK ATMORE
Your Spa Destination 855-393-7227 303 Poarch Rd, Atmore, AL awarren@WindCreekHospitality.com WindCreekAtmore.com Experience our lavish fullservice spa offering you an abundance of amenities to awaken, de-stress and beautify you inside and out.
SPIRITUAL CENTERS UNITY OF PENSACOLA
Jamie Sanders, Minister 716 N 9th, Pensacola 850-438-2277 • UnityPNS.com Unity of Pensacola offers spiritual teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. We provide philosophy that is spiritual, not religious, and love-based, not fear-based.
VETERINARIAN CHRIS LEWIS, DVM, CVA
SOLAR POWER
Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist 2101 N Palafox St • 850-433-2812 LewisDVM09@gmail.com Specialized in acupuncture for animals to treat issues involving pain management, Arthritis, Anxiety, Hip Dysplasia, skin and other conditions not responding to conventional Veterinarian medicine as well as providing traditional Veterinarian medical support. See ad, page 32.
COMPASS SOLAR ENERGY Serving Northwest Florida 850-439-0035 CompassSolar.com
Since 1989 Compass Solar has provide the area with reliable solar electric, solar water heating, solar pool heating and solar attic fans powered solely by the Sun. An approved PACE funding contractor. See ad, page 21.
WATER EMERALD COAST CULLIGAN
Serving Florida Panhandle from Pensacola to Panama City 888-320-5531 • EmeraldCoastCulligan.com Your complete resource for questions, concerns, water testing needs. Treating water on the Gulf Coast for more than 60 years. Providing soft, conditioned water to the highest quality drinking water. See ad, page 13.
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WEIGHT-MANAGEMENT INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE INSTITUTE Sheila Mohammed, MD, MSPH, PhD Board Certified • 850-736-8401 4542 Alba St, Pace
Providing a holistic approach to weight loss by combining Eastern and Western Medicine to achieve a balanced program. We understand the physical, mental and financial difficulties of patients and offer focused approaches to healthcare. See ad, page 29.
ROXO WELLNESS
Dr. Sam Graber, DC 850-677-8070 35 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze RoxoWellness@gmail.com RoxoWellness.com ROXO wellness was created to simplify healthy eating for busy people. Our “eat well” programs stack the deck in your favor by focusing on your needs, no “one size fits all” programs here! You have a personal coach to help you navigate your way to better health, which leads to better body composition every time. See ad, page 11.
YOGA STUDIOS EAST OF EDEN RETREAT AND SPA 234 Dog Hobble Ln Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 850-797-4754 EastOfEdenRetreatAndSpa.com
Our Yoga Dome offers a variety of yoga styles combined with the healing effects of Chromatherapy. Immerse yourself in the healing light while practicing Hatha, Vinyasa, Bhakti, Yin & yoga for beginners with our inspiring certified yoga instructors. Our Yo g a D o m e i s h o m e t o educational workshops & community acupuncture events. See ad, back cover.
PURE PILATES
Gulf Breeze Proper 221 Gulf Breeze Pkwy • 850-932-3424 Downtown Pensacola 426 S Palafox • 850-607-2772 PurePilatesPensacola.com We have yoga for everyone at Pure. Basic, Flow and Fusion will leave you feeling stretched and centered to take on the rest of your day. Inquire about variety and times. See ad, page 9 & 10.
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