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ast of Eden Retreat and Spa, in Santa Rosa Beach, will host an all-day Joy Workshop Retreat with Felicia McQuaid and Laura Tyree from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., September 12. The premise is that Joy is more than mere emotion, it is a spiritual consciousness and understanding. The energy of Joy is even more powerful than pain and heartbreak as a means to learning, living

and loving life in new and dynamic ways. The morning session will be a lively practice and discussion on how to grow through joy, celebrate ourselves and our lives, turning perspectives upside-down and inside-out. The more introspective afternoon session will explore the joy that is within each of us. Participants will experience the joy of being, slow down and come into into the meditative grace of joy, moving in spirit to “In-Joy.” A catered lunch will be provided by Raw & Juicy and there will be time for the pool, hot tub or spa treatments, scheduled directly with East of Eden Retreat and Spa. Cost is $125. Location: 234 Dog Hobble Lane, Point Washington, Santa Rosa Beach. Spa treatments and overnight accommodations are additional. For more information, call 850-797-4754 or visit EastOfedenRetreatAndSpa.com.

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lossom Yoga, in in Fort Walton Beach, is now offering The MELT Method to customers. This simple self-treatment method combats chronic pain, improves performance and decreases the accumulated stress caused by the repetitive postures and movements of everyday living. MELT instructor Louise Davis will conduct a two-hour MELT Method introductory workshop, beginning at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., September 1, and at 1 p.m., September 9, to showcase a few of the simple self-care techniques of this innovative, science-based method. A six-week class series will follow from September 23 to October 28 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Participants will bring their body closer to an ideal state by directly enhancing body awareness, rehydrating connective tissue and decreasing tension. MELT Method products are available through Blossom Yoga or at MeltMethod.com. The MELT Method and its creator, manual therapist Sue Hitzmann, have been featured on The Dr. Oz Show, Rachael Ray, Nightline and Good Morning America.

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ispanic Fest 2015, a family-oriented, cultural and educational event showcasing the very best of Hispanic music, folkloric dances, arts and crafts and the flavors and aromas of delicious cuisine, will be held from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., September 26, at the Emerald Coast Convention Center, on Okaloosa Island. There will be more than 50 vendors and great entertainment, plus a Happy World Kids' Zone and an art gallery with more than 60 art pieces from local area artists and art students. Festval foods come from all over Latin America, México, Argentina, Brazil, Puerto Rico, El Salvador and Honduras. Hispanic Fest benefits the Emerald Coast Christmas Miracle Needy Children’s Fiesta, which gave a happy holiday to more than 900 children and their families last year. Admission is free. For more information, visit UnitedForAGoodCause.org.

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assage Envy locations in Destin and Fort Walton beach will host the fifth annual Healing Hands for Arthritis on September 16, raising money to champion the Arthritis Foundation’s efforts to conquer arthritis through life-changing information, advocacy, science and community. On that day, $10 of every one-hour service will be donated to the Arthritis Foundation. In addition, 10 percent of in-store sales will be donated, as well. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in America, affecting one in five adults and more than 300,000 children. Arthritis has devastating effects on the body, and Massage Envy and the Arthritis Foundation have united in a common purpose to relieve these symptoms through massage. Location: 34904 Emerald Coast Pkwy., in the Crystal Beach Plaza, Destin. For appointments, call 850-650-8500. Location: 99 Eglin Pkwy., in Uptown Station, Fort Walton Beach,. For appointments, call 850-301-2000.

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he fourth annual Mahabhuta Yoga Festival will take place in this, the Year of the Wood Sheep (celebrating family), from November 20 to 22 at Sanders Beach. Festival founder Stacey Vann says, “This is the year to develop a wild heart, open to love and acceptance on all levels. You have to love to know what love is. Love expresses itself at the Mahabhuta Yoga Festival through laughter, asana, dance, breath, meditation, children, nature, song, art, healing, high vibrational cuisine and community. The Mahabhuta Yoga Festival welcomes everyone to take the time to celebrate and experience the love we have to give.” Yoga highlights include kundalini, Iyengar, vinyasa, abhaya, align and flow, hatha, yin, restorative, pranayama, AcroYoga, aerial swing, slackline and bhakti. There will also be meditation, kirtan, sound healing, organic and healing foods, an artisan vendor village, Healing Haven Spa, Galactic Child Yoga Tent, Columbia Marionette Show and Circus Arts. Michael DeMaria, Shantaya, Sean Johnson & The Wild Lotus Band, Rahasya, HuDost and Paradisio & Rasamayi will entertain. Natural Awakenings readers receive receive the early bird pricing of $200 through Sept 30 by using discount code MYF2015NaturalAwakenings. Regular pricing is $270 for the weekend, $108 for one day and $30 for one event. Location: Sanders Beach, 913 S. I St., Pensacola. For tickets, call 850-572-6562 or visit MahabhutaYogaFestival.com.

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esearch published in the Journal of the American Heart Association has determined that when peripheral artery disease patients engage in behavioral support groups that encourage exercise, they realize increased mobility. The researchers from Northwestern University followed 194 patients for a year, testing subjects at six months and again at 12 months. The patients were divided into two groups; one attended weekly intervention group meetings, while the control group attended weekly lectures. After six months, the researchers found that only 6.3 percent of those that attended the support group meetings experienced mobility loss, compared to 26.5 percent of those that didn’t attend the meetings. After one year, the support group attendees again showed positive results. The control group had 18.5 percent loss in mobility, while only 5.2 percent of the support group attendees did.

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esearch from Germany has found that the high particulate numbers in smoggy areas increase the risk of stroke. The Heinz Nixdorf Recall study followed more than 4,400 people between the ages of 45 and 74 years old. The researchers began the study in 2000. They compared stroke and heart attacks to air pollution particulate matter (PM) levels of PM10 (particle sizes of 10 micrometers or less) and PM2.5 (2.5 micrometers or less). The study found that stroke incidence was more than two-and-a-half times higher among people with long-term exposure to PM10, while stroke incidence increased by more than three times among people with long-term exposure to PM2.5 smog.

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n a study of 1,677 Mexican-American men and women over the age of 65 from the Southwestern U.S., researchers have found that drinking chamomile tea decreases the risk of earlier mortality by an average of 29 percent. Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch followed the study population for seven years. Among those tested, 14 percent drank chamomile tea regularly. These were primarily women, and those women that drank chamomile tea experienced a 33 percent reduced mortality during the study period. The small group of men that drank the chamomile tea regularly did not register a significant difference in mortality. Chamomile also has a long history of use in folk medicine and is primarily used to settle digestion and calm the mind. It is a leading natural herbal tea in many countries and contains no caffeine. While various species may be used, chamomile tea is traditionally made by infusing the flowers of either German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) or Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) into hot water. In Spanish-speaking regions, chamomile tea is often referred to as manzanilla tea—consumed in Mexico and other Spanish cultures for centuries.

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A Third of U.S. Power May Be Wind by 2050 According to a new study by the U.S. Energy Department (Tinyurl.com/EnergyDepartmentWindReport), wind power could provide more than a third of the nation’s electricity in a few decades, while posting a net savings in energy costs. Undersecretary for Technology and Energy Lynn Orr, Ph.D., states, “With continued commitment, wind can be the cheapest, cleanest option in all 50 states by 2050.” Wind power has tripled since 2000, and now supplies nearly 5 percent of the country’s electric power. The report says that it could dramatically reduce air pollution and go a long way toward meeting the country’s goals of slowing climate change. Meanwhile, Spanish engineers have invented the Vortex Bladeless wind turbine, a hollow straw that sticks up 40 feet from the ground and vibrates when the wind passes through it. Instead of using a propeller, the Vortex takes advantage of an aerodynamic effect called vorticity. The result is a turbine that’s 50 percent less expensive than a bladed model and is nearly silent. It’s not as efficient as conventional turbines, but more of them can be placed in the same amount of space, for a net gain of 40 percent in efficiency. Plus, with no gears or moving parts, maintenance is much easier and they are safer for bats and birds. Source: Wired

Embracing Invasives Rethinking the Balance of Nature

Environmental journalist Fred Pearce, author of the new book, The New Wild: Why Invasive Species Will Be Nature’s Salvation, traveled across six continents and ecosystems from remote Pacific islands to the United Kingdom and the Great Lakes to reveal some outdated scientific ideas about invasive species and the balance of nature. Pearce argues that mainstream environmentalists are correct that we need a rewilding of the Earth, but they are wrong if they believe it can be achieved by reengineering ecosystems. He thinks that humans have changed the planet too much, and nature never goes backward. But a growing group of scientists is taking a fresh look at how species interact in the wild. According to these new ecologists, we should applaud the dynamism of alien species and the new ecosystems they create. In an era of climate change and widespread ecological damage, it’s crucial that we find ways to help nature regenerate. Embracing this new ecology, Pearce proposes, is our best chance, maintaining, “To be an environmentalist in the 21st century means celebrating nature’s wildness and capacity for change.” Source: Earthtalk.org

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De-Salting Water Could Help Drought-Stricken Areas A team from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Jain Irrigation Systems has devised a method of turning brackish water into drinking water using renewable energy. This solar-powered machine is able to pull salt out of water and disinfect it with ultraviolet rays, making it suitable for both irrigation and drinking. Electrodialysis works by passing a stream of water between two electrodes with opposite charges. Because the salt dissolved in water consists of positive and negative ions, the electrodes pull the ions out of the water, leaving fresher water at the center of the flow. A series of membranes separate the freshwater stream from increasingly salty ones. The photovoltaic-powered electrodialysis reversal system recently won the top $140,000 Desal Prize from the U.S. Department of Interior. “This technology has the potential to bring agriculture to vast barren lands using brackish water,” says Richard Restuccia, Jain’s vice president of landscape solutions. The prize was developed to supply catalytic funding to capture and support innovative ideas and new technologies that could have a significant impact on resolving global water demand. Among 13 desalination projects under consideration along the California coast, the Carlsbad Desalination Project will be the largest in the Western Hemisphere once it is completed in the fall. Source: EcoWatch.com

Designed by The Shift Network as “the largest virtual peace event on the planet,” a free, online three-month global movement program, The Summer of Peace, continues through September 21. It promises to inspire participants by teaching ways to heal conflicts within oneself, in relationships and in the world using peace, instead of conflict, as the new baseline. Featured thought leaders include Deepak Chopra, Ervin Laszlo, Grandmother Agnes Pilgrim, Karen Armstrong, Lisa Garr and Congressman Tim Ryan, plus messages from the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Jane Goodall. Programs include The Subtle Activism Summit: Inner Dimensions of Peace Building from September 8 to 10, and 11 Ways to Transform Your World from September 11 to 21, concluding on the United Nations International Day of Peace. “You’ll discover more personal ease, joy and well-being with techniques to connect more profoundly to the deep peace within yourself and the latest in the science of compassion,” says Garr, host of The Aware Show and Being Aware and bestselling author of Becoming Aware. She also attests that participants will find the best practices for citizen engagement and conscious activism to help accelerate the shift to a world of peace. For more information or to register, visit SummerOfPeace.net.

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Tackling Snoring with an Arsenal of Appliances by Susan Welch

Snoring has been recognized as a problem for thousands of years, and classical literature is filled with references to the phenomenon. In fact, these early references often show little distinction between the words for “snoring” and “sleep”.

orty-five percent of adults snore at least occasionally, and that may become the brunt of jokes at family gatherings, but snoring is serious business. What some might pass off as funny or merely an annoyance can have severe consequences. Snoring is more a nuisance to those around them than to snorer. It is commonly reported that the person that snores has no issue with the noise, but family members or bed partners often report the snoring keeps them from getting a good night's sleep. Health ramifications can be serious for the snorer. Seventy-five percent of snorers suffer from a disorder called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), where breathing is disrupted during sleep for short periods, as reported by Daniel

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Slaughter, M.D., an otolaryngologist and snoring expert at Capital Otolaryngology, in Austin, Texas. This disorder is associated with myriad health issues such as increased risk for heart disease, heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, depression and such inflammatory disorders as Type 2 diabetes. These and other conditions are often signs of a constricted airway at night. Having a small lower jaw or a narrow upper jaw increases a person’s risk for snoring. It is important to be able to breathe through the nose at night, just as during the daytime. Children and adults that are mouth breathers or have blockage in their nose are at increased risk for snoring. Weight gain increases the risk for snoring, not only because of the additional weight in the chest and

neck area, but also because the lumen, or hole through which we breathe, is smaller, with increased fat deposits around the muscle layers of the throat. Some snoring might be nothing more than a slight purr with mild noise, and simply changing position resolves the issue. Because sleeping on our back increases the episodes of snoring, designing a sleep posture to support side sleeping is encouraged. This can be as simple as a full-body pillow to wrap around or a sleep shirt, with a stiff object like tennis balls sewn into a back compartment. Enhancing the diameter of the nasal passage can also help prevent snoring. Nasal dilators are collapsible, cone-shaped appliances that, when squeezed, can be slid into the nostril. When open, they dilate the passage, allowing for increased airflow and less mouth breathing. Widely available Breathe-Rite strips are one over-the-counter option. There are prescription medications that shrink the nasal tissues, but a consultation with a medical ear, nose and throat specialist is required. For those that suffer from moderateto-severe snoring, home remedies may not be the solution. Before self-treating with over-the-counter sprays and pills, check with a doctor about a sleep study to rule out obstructive sleep apnea. Daytime sleepiness and an increase in daytime blood pressure are two symptoms that may be indicators of an undiagnosed sleep breathing disorder. A dental orthotic device is considered by many the treatment of choice for mild, moderate and severe snorers. These custom appliances are made by

taking molds of the mouth. A thorough dental exam to determine if the teeth can support these devices is recommended, and any gum disease should be treated and stabilized before fabrication. It’s a good idea to find a dentist that has training in treating both jaw joint issues and sleep breathing disorders. If wearing dentures, there is a tongue retention device that pulls the tongue forward, using suction, through the lips and rests outside the mouth. Common side effects from this device include tongue tingling and numbness, slight swelling and soreness, which usually fade soon after the device is removed in the morning. The side effects of wearing a dental sleep orthotic are most commonly muscle soreness of the jaw and an increase in saliva. These generally resolve in three to four weeks as the body adapts to the new apparatus and posture. Others include soreness in teeth, tooth movement and changes in the bite, All of which can often be resolved by adjustments to the appliance. Retail devices or those seen on TV and the Internet are not adjustable, and can’t be, per U.S. Food and Drug Administration guidelines. Only those made by trained dentists are adjustable and require supervision of their use. After the initial fit, adjustments and follow-up, it is recommended the appliance, jaws, muscles and dentition be evaluated annually. Dr. Susan Welch is the owner of Wright Parkway Dental Center, located at 106 Wright Pkwy. SW, in Fort Walton Beach. For more information, call 850-243-1534 or visit WrightParkwayDentalCenter.com.

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Dancing Through Life on a Cloud of New Energy by Martin Miron

eorgia Ambarian opened Light Energy Dancing a year ago in Fort Walton Beach. Currently, a staff of three teachers offers a wide variety of fitness and alternative healthcare options such as yoga, meditation, ballroom dancing, personal training, energy healing and Pranic Healing. Ambarian says, “Being creative and expressing myself through the use of dance has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Along the way, I was introduced to yoga and meditation and felt strongly compelled to add these practices to my life. As my training morphed into treating dance as a spiritual exploration, rather than just a physical exercise, I also became aware of the energy body and the need to keep it just as healthy and balanced as the physical body.” Light Energy Dancing strives to be a place of inspiration and support and offers a Dance for Parkinson's class for people with Parkinson's or other movement mobility issues and their caregivers, and also and yoga for people with post-traumatic stress disorder. Ambarian states, “Yoga and dance have the power 20

to heal and to improve lives, and we are all over that! I adore seeing people grow and improve their lives. While I gain great happiness from continuing to improve myself and deepen my own practice, helping others find the beauty in their life is extremely fulfilling.” Ambarian has already enjoyed one creative and fulfilling career. “Together with my partner Eric Luna, I am a five-time world and five-time U.S. national exhibition showdance champion. We been guest performers on Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance, traveled the world performing and still continue to do shows and coach the next generation of dancers,” she reflects. “The most recent turning point of retiring from ballroom competition brought me to the decision to open Light Energy Dancing. I really wanted to combine all the areas of my life into one livelihood, and our multifaceted curriculum represents that fusion of spiritual and physical training.” Ambarian is proud of the accomplishments of her studio, and says, “Between me and my enthusiastic staff, we bring a lot of tools to the table to be

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of service to our clients.” The center has Yoga, Yoga for PTSD, Parent and Child Yoga, Dance for Parkinson's, Ballroom Dancing, Meditation, Energy Healing, Pranic Healing and just added a personal trainer to help people one-on-one. As for the role models she respects, the dancer explains, “Anyone who is brave influences me. There are many types of bravery, from those who stand up to social injustice to those who dare to pursue their dreams or defend our country. I gain strength and inspiration from every act of bravery I read or hear about. It takes great courage to change yourself into the person you really want to be, and that's the bravery we try to instill in our clients with the classes and services we offer.” For beginners, “The initial dance experience is usually exciting and fun, and then after the first several classes people begin to see what they really need to fix or work on in order improve, and it's important that they don't let themselves get bogged down in the details. Being a good dancer takes time and lots of practice—be kind to yourself along the way,” says Ambarian. Ambarian realizes that everyone thinks they will start a yoga or meditation practice and feel instant inner peace, or start dance classes and instantly feel an emotional connection with movement. “Unfortunately, that's not how it works,” she says. “A lot of times you start yoga or meditation and the ‘stuff’ in your life seems to be getting worse. Usually there are lessons to be learned or healing that needs to take place in order to move forward, and yoga and meditation are the catalysts to get you past your stuff.” She notes that, “The best advice is to stick with your practice and don't let anything get in your way of attending. By persevering, one finds peace on the

other side of turmoil. This of course doesn't mean everyone will experience an initial readjustment when they start, but one must always keep in mind that in order to get a different result, you have to plant a different seed, and that means change must occur.” As for the future, “At Light Energy Dancing, we hope to continue to grow and expand our group class offering and also get people the one-on-one coaching they need, says Ambarian, who has an invitation for newcomers: “There are so many people who are interested in the tools we offer, but walking in the door the first time can be intimidating. We want everyone to know our center is built on love and a sincere desire to be of service. We welcome you with open arms.”

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Yoga Enters the Medical Mainstream Research Proves its Health Benefits by Meredith Montgomery

Yoga is the fountain of youth. You’re only as young as your spine is flexible. ~Bob Harper

fter practicing internal medicine for 10 years in Boston, Dr. Timothy McCall became a full-time writer, exploring the health benefits of yoga. As the medical editor of Yoga Journal and the author of Yoga as Medicine: The Yogic Prescription for Health and Healing, he says, “In the late 90s, the conveyor belt of patient care continued to speed up and I got frustrated. There was less time to form relationships with patients, which is essential to providing quality care without excessive tests and drugs.” Initially, McCall found that most of the documented research on yoga was from India, and notes it was low in quality from a Western perspective (though it is now excellent). In the West, the first notable scientific yoga article was published in 1973 in The Lancet on combining yoga and biofeedback to manage hypertension. According to the International Journal of Yoga, the surge in yoga’s popularity here finally gained academic interest in 2007, and there are now more than 2,000

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yoga titles in the National Institutes of Health PubMed.gov database, with 200 added annually. Initially, yoga teacher and economist Rajan Narayanan, Ph.D., founded the nonprofit Life in Yoga Foundation and Institute to offer free teacher training. Within a couple of years, the foundation’s focus shifted to integrating yoga into the mainstream healthcare system. “We realized that to make a real difference, we needed to teach doctors about yoga and its scientifically proven effects,” he says. Medical providers can earn credits to keep their licenses current by attending courses by Life in Yoga, the only yoga institution independently certified by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education. Currently, even if physicians don’t practice yoga, it’s likely that many of their patients do. “You now see it everywhere from major medical centers to mainstream advertising,” says McCall, who notes an increase in doctors, nurses and therapists attending the Yoga as

Any physical exercise done with breath awareness Mounting Evidence becomes yoga; “Yoga may help prevent diseases across the board be- anything done cause the root cause of 70 to without the 90 percent of all disorders is stress,” says Narayanan. Yoga breath is just a increases the body’s ability to physical practice. Medicine seminars he and his wife Eliana teach internationally and from their Simply Yoga Institute studio, in Summit, New Jersey.

therapy like there are for pharmaceuticals,” remarks Narayanan, and until yoga is funded by health insurance, it will be challenging to gain full acceptance in mainstream medicine. Another barrier is certification standards. The International Association of Yoga Therapists (iayt. org) and the Council for Yoga Accreditation Intersuccessfully respond to stress national (cyai.org) are both by activating the parasympa- ~Rajan Narayaran beginning to offer certificathetic nervous system, which tions for therapy training slows the heart and lowers blood presprograms and therapists. Narayanan is sure. That in turn suppresses sympathetic hopeful that certification could lead to activity, reducing the amount of stress yoga being covered by insurance. hormones in the body. Medical school curricula have Studies collected on PubMed.gov started shifting to embrace complemendemonstrate that yoga has been found to tary approaches to wellness, with many help manage hypertension, osteoporosis, textbooks now including information body weight, physical fitness, anxiety, on mind/body therapies. The Principles depression, diabetes, reproductive and Practices of Yoga in Healthcare, cofunctions and pregnancy, among other edited by Sat Bir Khalsa, Lorenzo Cohen, issues. Studies at California’s PrevenMcCall and Shirley Telles and due out tive Medicine Research Institute have in 2016, is the first professional-level, tracked amelioration of heart disease. medical textbook on yoga therapy. A growing body of research is validat “Yoga has been proven to treat ing yoga’s benefits for cancer patients, many conditions, yet yoga teachers including at the University of Texas M.D. don’t treat conditions, we treat individAnderson Cancer Center. A small study uals,” says McCall. “Yoga therapy is not at Norway’s University of Oslo suggests a one-size-fits-all prescription because that yoga even alters gene expression, different bodies and minds, with differindicating it may induce health benefits ent abilities and weaknesses, require on a molecular level. individualized approaches.” While medical research is working Cultural Challenges to grant yoga more legitimacy among “For yoga to be effective, a regular doctors, policymakers and the public, practice must be implemented, which McCall says, “I believe these studies is challenging in a culture where are systematically underestimating people can’t sit for long without an how powerful yoga can be. Scielectronic device. It’s more than ence may tell us that it decreases just popping pills,” says Narayanan. systolic blood pressure and corti McCall says, “Even if people sol secretion and increases lung can commit to just a few mincapacity and serotonin levels, utes of yoga practice a day, if but that doesn’t begin to they keep it up the benefits capture the totality of what can be enormous.” yoga is.” “There are no sales reps Meredith Montgomery, a telling doctors to use yoga registered yoga teacher, publishes Natural September is Awakenings of National Yoga Mobile/Baldwin, Month AL (Healthy LivingHealthy Planet.com).

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YOGA GLOSSARY Yoga originated some 5,000 years ago in India, designed as a means to release tension in the body, bring calmness to the mind and provide an ethical code to live by. The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning to yoke or unite, and refers to the integration of physical and mental exercises designed to unite body, mind and spirit.

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Regular practice of yoga has proved to enhance flexibility, strength, stamina and concentration. It works to induce deep relaxation and reduce stress, tone the body and organs, increase vitality and improve circulation and energy flow. Uplifting and meditative, yoga can be a spiritual practice, as well.

atural Awakenings is pleased to bring you this special annual guide which includes a glossary of desciplines, and studio profiles and an extensive directory of local yoga specialists, studios and programs throughout Northwest Florida. We hope you will keep this guide as a handy reference to discover and experience all that yoga has to offer. ~Namaste

DESTIN SUNSHINE YOGA

211-E Main St, Destin 850-687-8603 • SunshineYogaStudio.com

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222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A Downtown Fort Walton Beach 850-217-2771 • HotYogaOM.com Hot Yoga Om features Far Infrared Heat.Radiant Heat. Radiant Life. Daily classes, amazing teachers. Your first class is $5. Experience it for yourself. See ad, page 29.

Experience traditional yoga in a comfortable and inviting space where you will strengthen your inner spirit and deepen your yoga practice. Sunshine Yoga offers classes for all styles and levels.

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Louise Davis 315 A Racetrack Rd, NE, BlossomYogaFL.com 850-420-6046 Offering Svaroopa Yoga - a less active, therapeutic and meditative style of yoga. Group classes, private yoga therapy, meditation classes. New: MELT Method - get out of chronic pain.

348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, #27 (behind IHOP) FWB Call or Text 850-543-1970

L i g h t E n e r g y D a n c i n g . c o m Offering yoga, meditation, energy and Pranic Healing, ballroom dancing and personal training. Specialty classes available, yoga for PTSD and Dance for Parkinson’s. Join us in our light filled, relaxing space. See ad, page 23.

DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIES 184 Brooks St, SE, Bldg 2 Downtown FWB • 850-244-0184 DragonFlyYoga.com

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Ananda: A form of gentle Hatha yoga with an emphasis on meditation. Ananda combines classic yoga postures with breathing and silent affirmations to attune with higher levels of body sense, energy and silent inner awareness. As an inner-directed practice, it has less appeal to those desiring a more athletic or aerobic experience. Anusara: Anusara means “go with the flow,” and blends spirituality with inner/ outer alignment and balanced energetic actions. Developed by John Friend in 1997, this style urges students to think of poses as artistic expressions of the heart. Individual abilities and limitations are deeply respected and honored, so Anusara yoga can be helpful for everyone and is good for beginners. Ashtanga: A physically demanding style that is light on meditation, Ashtanga yoga employs a fast-paced series of flowing poses to build strength, flexibility and stamina. Developed by Indian yoga master Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, Ashtanga’s progressively difficult postures are synchronized with a loud breath (called Ujyaii breath in Sanskrit) and are designed to produce intense internal heat and purifying sweat in order to detoxify muscles and organs. The room is usually heated to warm muscles and increase flexibility. Preferred by many athletes, this style is too intense and demanding for most beginners. Bikram: A strenuous style, designed to make students sweat, taught in rooms heated to a minimum of 105º Fahrenheit, with about 40 percent humidity. The superheated rooms facilitate stretching and allow the body to release toxins through perspiration. Former national India yoga champion Bikram

Serene environment for the study and practice of hatha yoga. Certified instructors. Owner/ Director Laura Tryee, E-RYT 500. See ad, page 29.

Although many styles of yoga exist, most of the differences derive from the primary focus of the practitioner’s attention: precise alignment of the body; holding of the asanas, or postures; flow between the postures; breath and movement coordination; or inner awareness and meditation. No particular style is better than another, and many students practice more than one.

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Choudhury developed the style, whose 26 demanding poses are performed in a specific order, to promote optimal health and proper function of every bodily system. Bikram yoga is a good choice for highly fit individuals and seasoned students seeking a challenge. Hatha: Hatha yoga is the foundational discipline on which nearly all other styles are based. In Sanskrit, ha represents the sun and tha, the moon—hence, the practice is designed to bring the yin and yang, light and dark, masculine and feminine aspects and polarities into balance. Essentially, Hatha yoga brings all aspects of life together. A class described as hatha will likely include slow-paced stretching, asanas, or postures, that are not too difficult, simple breathing exercises and perhaps, seated meditation. Hatha yoga classes provide a good starting point for beginners, who can learn basic poses and relaxation techniques. Integral: A gentle style of yoga brought to this country in 1966 by Sri Swami Satchidananda. Classes are structured to balance physical effort with relaxation and include breathing practices, chanting and both guided and silent meditation. Integral yoga is suitable for beginners and helpful for more advanced students who wish to deepen their physical and spiritual awareness. Integrative yoga therapy: Gentle postures, guided imagery, assisted stretching and breathwork help to make this yoga a useful style for rehab centers and hospitals. Joseph LePage began this therapy in the early 1990s to help promote healing and well-being for individuals facing heart disease, cancer, AIDS and psychiatric disorders. Iyengar: Noted for precise alignment and symmetry of postures, the development of balance, and the use of props such as blocks, balls and belts. The Iyengar style of yoga was developed by B.K.S. Iyengar, based on an exceptional understanding of how the body works. Poses are held longer than usual. Iyengar is a good style for beginners, but can challenge seasoned practitioners, as well. Kripalu: An integrated practice that emphasizes breathing and alignment and coordinates the breath with movement. Kripalu, also called the yoga of consciousness, was developed by Amrit Desai, a long-time student of Kundalini yoga master Swami Kripaluvananda. This style incorporates three stages of development, beginning with postural alignment and progressing to meditation, with longer posture holding, finally creating a meditation in motion, where the movement from one posture to another happens unconsciously and spontaneously. Students are encouraged to honor “the wisdom of the body” and to work according to

DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIES 184 184 Brooks St SE, Bldg 2 Downtown FWB • 850-244-0184 DragonFlyYoga.com

ragonfly Yoga offers extensive, comprehensive and enriching yoga classes tailored to both aspiring teachers and students of all levels. For those seeking to deepen their individual practice or learn the art of teaching with integrity and grace, the Yoga Alliance-registered yoga school, under the direction of owner and Director Laura Tyree, 500 E-RYT, 700, and its Laura Tyree certified teachers provide the sacred space, wisdom and support necessary for students to blossom and grow along their own unique yogic path. Dragonfly Yoga encourages students to utilize their yoga practice in a many ways, such as deepening their awareness of self and fully opening to their unique inner and outer beauty and strength. “We love our students from all over who come to participate in workshops, teacher trainings and public classes,” says Tyree. See ad, page 29. “Go to your mat. Find your slow sinking inward. Yogi. Heal thy self.” ~ Laura Tyree

A photographer gets people to pose for him. A yoga instructor gets people to pose for themselves. ~T. Guillemets

EAST OF EDEN RETREAT AND SPA 234 Dog Hobble Ln 850-797-4754 EastOfEdenRetreatAndSpa.com

oga at East of Eden Retreat and Spa provides several choices with the common thread of creating a healthful cycle of movement and breathe to allow a complete sense of well-being. They offer massages, facials, body treatments, energy sessions, naturopathic consultations, yoga classes and personal retreats for relaxation and rejuvenation. Hatha yoga vinyasa flow, led by Laura Bailey, is a vigorous flow of asanas sequenced with her personal touch, building strength, flexibility, balance and energy flow. Gentle yin yoga, led by Nancy Gross, offers a “work within” to facilitate the awakening of self- healing, relaxation, creating space and lengthening with the breath and asanas. Aqua Fusion, led by Nancy Gross, blends yoga, tai chi and Pilates in the saltwater pool. The wonderful experience is low in impact, yet strengthens and increases joint range of motion and applies external and internal massage by means of the the water density. The class offers a total connection to the breath, physical body, mind and spirit. Bhakti Flow, led by Shantaya and Tammy offers an experience of chanting, meditation, pranayama & yoga philosophy into a vigorous asana flow. Ongoing special yoga workshops are available. See ad, back cover. natural awakenings

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the limits of their flexibility and strength. Kripalu is suitable for everyone, from beginners to advanced students.

HOT YOGA OM

222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A Downtown Fort Walton Beach 850-217-2771 • HotYogaOM.com

ot Yoga Om owners Laura Tyree and Felicia McQuaid say, “Hot yoga is an inspiring (and perspiring) practice for all ages!” They designed Hot Yoga Om to feature all levels of classes with certified teachers and an added bonus, far-infrared yoga panels, which allow the practitioners to experience not only the amazing benefits of yoga, but also offer the added benefit of far-infrared heat therapy. That way, the benefits of a regular yoga practice are magnified. Health benefits include increased healthy cellular reproduction and increased metabolism, leading to natural weight loss. This heat comprises the same type of radiant energy the sun produces to give life to the entire planet. “It’s the positives of the sun without the dangerous effects of solar radiation,” says Tyree. This narrow band of energy travels up to three inches into the body to increase blood flow and regenerate damaged tissues, as well as activate immune system cells. The unique temperature for Hot Yoga of 95 to 105 degrees is easily attained with these panels without any noise, dust, air movement or fluctuations associated with other forms of hea See ad, page 29.

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Yoga for Health and Wellness, Beginner and Intermediate, Offering Nutrition Programs for cancer and immunity, juicing, detox and cleansing, weight loss, digestive health, vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and cooking lessons. See ad, page .

NICEVILLE YOGAJUNKIE STUDIO

1157 John Sims Pkwy. 850-279-6980 YogaJunkieStudio.com Follow us @YogaJunkieStudio Niceville’s original Hot Yoga studio. Featuring certified instructors and promoting holistic yoga benefits. Classes for every fitness level including Hot Yoga, Prenatal, Beginners, Hatha/ Vinyasa Blend and more. See ad, page 31.

PANAMA CITY BODY SOUL BLISS

Jamie Brown, Heart of Yoga teacher 850-238-0566 BodySoulBliss.yoga

We offer Real Yoga: asana, pranayama and meditation as a seamless process, adapted to your unique needs, also spiritual direction and holistic wellness counseling.

YOGA CONNECTION

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Yoga Connection is committed to guide you toward physical, mental and spiritual well-being by incorporating the ancient traditions of yoga; breathing, meditation and asana. Weekly Classes - Vinyasa Flow, Hot Vinyasa, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Restorative Yoga and Yoga Back.

Kundalini: A powerful, enlightening style that incorporates mantras (chanting), meditation, visualization, breathing and guided relaxation, with precise postures. According to Hindu philosophy, kundalini is a concentrated form of prana, or life force, represented by a coiled, sleeping serpent said to reside at the base of the spine. When breath and movement awaken the serpent (energy), it moves up the spine through each of the seven chakras (energy centers) of the body, bringing energy and bliss. Once a closely guarded secret in India, kundalini yoga was first brought to the West in 1969 and has been known to help with addictions and releasing endorphins in the body. Kundalini will not appeal to everyone and should be practiced under the supervision of an experienced teacher. Phoenix Rising yoga therapy: One of the world’s largest schools of yoga. Phoenix Rising yoga follows a set structure incorporating the 12 sun salutation postures and involves chanting, meditation and deep relaxation. Students are encouraged to

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Power: An intense style that creates heat and energy, while developing strength and flexibility. Power yoga evolved from ashtanga yoga and was developed by American Beryl Bender Birch in the early 1990s. Its flowing style requires the strength and stamina of Ashtanga, but doesn’t always follow the same sequence of postures, making it similar to Vinyasa style. Power yoga is usually performed in a heated room. Although Baron Baptiste is a name often associated with power yoga, he has developed his own method, called Baptiste Power Vinyasa yoga, which is taught only by teachers he certifies. Students who enjoy aerobics will probably favor power yoga.

Sivananda: Cultivates awareness of mind and body by incorporating five main principles of proper exercise, breathing, relaxation and diet, as well as positive thinking and meditation. Based on the philosophy of Swami Sivananda, of India, the practice uses chanting, breathing techniques and medita-

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tion to help unblock energy and release stress. Sivananda focuses on 12 basic yoga postures to increase strength and spinal flexibility. It is an excellent practice for beginners, those recovering from injury or anyone interested in spiritual aspects of yoga. Svaroopa: A style that helps each student discover their bliss. The Sanskrit word svaroopa means “the true nature of Being,” and Svaroopa yoga is sometimes called the yoga of alignment and compassion. Attention to alignment in specifically chosen poses helps to soften the body’s connective tissues and ease spinal tension. Blocks and bolsters may be used to allow for deeper muscle release. The style is suitable for beginners and useful for those recovering from injury. Vinyasa: A challenging style that matches breath to movement. Vinyasa yoga poses incorporate alignment principles and are woven together in a flowing practice that is both intense and dance-like. Translated from Sanskrit, vinyasa means “without obstacle.” The style is best suited to energetic, physically fit students. Viniyoga: A transformative, slower and more individualized form of yoga that emphasizes gentle flow and coordinated breath with movement. Viniyoga yoga is holistic in its approach and teaches the student how to apply the yoga tools of poses, chanting, breathing and meditation. Function is stressed over form in this style. Viniyoga is recommended for beginners and seniors, as well as those who are in chronic pain or healing from injury or disease. Please note: The contents of this Yoga Guide are for informational purposes only. The information is not intended to be used in place of a visit or consultation with a healthcare professional. Always seek out a practitioner who is licensed, certified or otherwise professionally qualified to conduct a selected treatment, as appropriate.

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Agelessness: Engaging in and experiencing life without fear of falling, failing or falling apart.

n a nutshell, that’s the philosophy of visionary women’s health expert Dr. Christiane Northrup, of Yarmouth, Maine, as explored in her latest book, Goddesses Never Age. “We’re long overdue for a paradigm shift about how we feel about growing older,” says Northrup. “You can change your future by adopting a new, ageless attitude that will help you flourish physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. We don’t have to buy into modern medicine’s promotion of the idea of the pathology of aging.” One of Northrup’s primary admonitions: “Don’t tell anyone how old you are. Another birthday means nothing.”

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and mentally feeble at a certain age. “When my mother turned 50, her mailbox suddenly filled with ads for adult diapers, walkers and long-term care insurance,” Northrup quips. The point is well taken. Think vibrant, healthy, gorgeous and yes, sexy Sandra Bullock, Johnny Depp, Chris Rock and Brooke Shields—all 50 or older—as the targets of ads for Depend. We’re living and working longer, and many of us are feeling, looking and staying young longer. So is 60 the new 40? Yes, say State University of New York at Stony Brook researchers, and further note that we’re generally leading longer and healthier lives. Centenarians are the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. population. In the 2010 census, 53,364 people had surpassed their 100th year, an increase

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of 40 percent over the 1980 census, and more than 80 percent of them are women. The National Institute on Aging projects that this number could increase tenfold or more by 2050. What we think of as “old” has changed. Many baby boomers refuse to buy into the mythology of aging, bristle at being called senior citizens and especially dislike being called elderly. Their position is backed by science. Stem cell biologist Bruce Lipton, Ph.D., author of Biology of Belief and currently a visiting professor at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, in Auckland, is best known for promoting the concept that DNA can be changed by belief, for good or ill. Lipton explains that we all have billions of stem cells designed to repair or replace damaged—and aging—tissues and organs. “[These cells] are profoundly influenced by our thoughts and perceptions about the environment,” Lipton explains. “Hence our beliefs about aging can either interfere with or enhance stem cell function, causing our physiological regeneration or decline.” “Yes, we are destined to grow older, but decrepitude and what we call aging is an optional state,” Northrup adds. “Our genes, nutrition and environment are under our control far more than we may have thought.” More, she says, “Words are powerful. Don’t talk yourself into believing your brain is turning to mush just because you are over 40.”

Take Control of the Body

“Manage the four horsemen of the aging apocalypse,” encourages nutrition and longevity expert Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., a Los Angeles board-certified nutritionist and author of The Most Effective Ways to Live Longer. He says the aging process, including disease, loss of physical or mental function and the general breakdown of systems, is caused by one or more of four factors: oxidative damage (literally rusty cells); inflammation; glycation (excess sugar, metabolic syndrome); and stress. “Collectively, they damage cells and DNA, wear down organs and systems, deeply damage the vascular pathways that deliver blood and oxygen to the entire body, and even shrink brain size,” explains Bowden.

While it may seem like a tall order to make lifestyle changes that vanquish these four horsemen, Bowden says they can be broken into manageable elements by employing an arsenal of healthful weapons: whole foods, nutrients, stress-reduction techniques, exercise, detoxification and relationship improvement. “All of these actually do double duty, battling more than one of the four processes that can effectively shorten your life,” he reports, based on his 25 years of study.

Oxidative Damage

Consider what rust does to metal. That’s what free radical oxygen molecules do to cells. Over time, they damage them and cause aging from within. “Oxidative damage plays a major role in virtually every degenerative disease of aging, from Alzheimer’s to cancer to heart disease and diabetes, even immune dysfunction,” says Bowden. His recommended key to destroying free radicals is a diet rich in antioxidants, including lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and healthy fats, nuts, grassfed meats and organic dairy products. Avoid environmental free radicals that show up in toxic chemicals by eating as much organic food as possible and avidly avoiding residues of the poisonous pesticides and herbicides sprayed on crops eaten by people and livestock.

Inflammation

Long-term inflammation is a silent killer because it operates beneath the radar, often unnoticed, damaging blood vessel walls. Like oxidative damage, inflammation is a factor in all the degenerative diseases associated with aging, says Bowden. His suggestion: First, get a Creactive protein (CRP) test to determine the levels of inflammation in our body. A CRP level over 3 milligrams/liter indicates a high risk of a heart attack. Antiinflammatory foods like onions, garlic, leafy greens, tomatoes, beans, nuts and seeds have all been widely scientifically proven to reduce chronic inflammation.

vanced glycation end (AGE) products that damage all body systems and are acknowledged culprits in the dreaded diseases associated with aging. Bowden’s basic answer is to minimize intake of sugar and simple carbs; anything made with white flour or white rice. Also avoid fried dishes and any foods cooked at high temperatures that actually skip the glycation production in the body and deliver harmful AGEs directly from the food. He advises taking 1,000 mg of carnosine (available in health food stores) daily to prevent glycation.

Stress

The long-term effects of physical, mental or emotional stress are tremendously damaging to the human physiology. Sustained exposure to the stress hormone cortisol can shrink parts of the brain, damage blood vessels, increase blood sugar levels, heart rate and blood pressure and contribute to chronic inflammation, according to well-established science recorded in the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Bowden warns, “Stress management is not a luxury.” In its many forms,

Compute Your Real Age Lifestyle choices can make our bodies older, or younger, than our number of orbits around the sun, according to Michael Roizen, a doctor of internal medicine and author of This is Your Do-Over: The 7 Secrets of Losing Weight, Living Longer, and Getting a Second Chance at the Life You Want. “Seventy percent of aging is in the simple things you do or don’t do,” he maintains. Here are a few sobering examples: n An unresolved major life stressor, such as a divorce, being sued, the death of a close relative or other traumatic events, can add up to 32 years to chronological age. Managing the stress adds a relatively insignificant two years. n Swap out saturated fats (cheese and meat) for monounsaturated fats (olive oil, nuts and avocados). Subtract 2.5 years from chronological age. n Get up out of the chair every 15 minutes and also take a 10-minute walk every two hours. Subtract 2.1 years from chronological age. n Have close friends. Subtract 2.1 years from chronological age. Take the Real Age test at ShareCare.com/RealAge.

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including prayer, meditation and breathing exercises, it should be part of any agelessness program. Deep, restful sleep is as vital a component as ending toxic relationships, having a nurturing circle of friends and doing familiar, gentle exercise such as yoga or tai chi. Overall, Bowden adds, “Rather than thinking of such endeavors as antiaging, I strive to embody the concept of age independence. I admire former Supreme Court Associate Justice John Paul Stevens, who resigned from the court when he reached age 90 because he wanted to play more tennis.” Bowden recommends embracing the concept of “squaring the curve”, meaning that instead of anticipating and experiencing a long downhill slope of poor health leading to death, “I look at a long plateau of health, with a steep drop-off at the end.” Wellness guru Dr. Michael Roizen, chair of the Cleveland Clinic’s Wellness Institute, contends that although our chronological age can’t be changed, “Your ‘real age’ [calculated from data he collected from 60 million people] is the result of a wide variety of factors that

We could live to be well over 100 years old and, as Northrup likes to paraphrase Abraham Hicks, of The Law of Attraction fame, “Wouldn’t you rather have your life end something like this: ‘Happy-healthy, happy-healthy, happy-healthy, dead.’ Isn’t that a lot better than suffering sickness, decrepitude and frailty for years?”

are within your control. Dietary choices alone can make you 13 years younger or older than your actual age.” Roizen adds uncontrolled portion sizes, tobacco use and physical inactivity to the list of life-shortening lifestyle options.

Align with Spirit

“If you don’t have some kind of spiritual foundation, literally, God help you,” says Northrup. “God isn’t confined to a book or a church, mosque or synagogue. Divinity is the creative loving, vital flow of life force that we’re all part of and connected to. Our bodies are exquisite expressions meant to embody, not deny our spirits.” Touch, pleasure and sex can be part of it, too. Individuals that have the most fulfilling sex lives live the longest, according to researchers conducting the University of California, Riverside’s Longevity Project. “Pleasure comes in infinite forms,” says Northrup. “It can mean the exquisite taste of a pear or the sound of an angelic symphony, the kiss of sun on skin, the laughter of a child, spending time with friends or creating a pastel landscape. When you experience pleasure, God comes through and you become aware of your divine nature. You’ll find that joy comes in ways that are unique to you.” Connection with the natural world is an essential element of agelessness, says Northrup. “The human body evolved to walk on the Earth, drinking its water, breathing its air and basking in its sunlight.” The bottom line is, “Agelessness is all about vitality. Taking all the right supplements and pills, or getting the right procedure isn’t the prescription for anti-aging,” says this renowned physician. “It’s ageless living that brings back a sense of vibrancy and youthfulness.”

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pecially designed movements performed to music can dramatically improve memory, as well as slow the process of physical aging, according to Denise Medved, of Hendersonville, North Carolina, the founder of Ageless Grace. Medved’s foundational physical and mental exercise classes involve 21 exercises that promote brain plasticity by activating all five functions of the brain: analytic, strategic, kinesthetic learning, memory/recall and creativity and imagination. Find videos of Ageless Grace exercises by searching YouTube, including this one: n While sitting in a chair (all exercises are taught in this position to develop core strength), make a circle with the right lower arm. n Add a triangular motion with the left foot. n Next, add a horizontal movement with the left hand. n Finally, do the entire series in reverse. Classes are available in all 50 states and in 12 countries. To find a teacher nearby, visit AgelessGrace.com.

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recent Harris Interactive poll indicates that only one in three Americans are happy. Success, education and increases in annual household income create only marginally more happiness. So what will it take to go the distance? Inspiration for a Woman’s Soul: Choosing Happiness endeavors to discover just that. Its collection of intimate stories from more than two dozen women reveals telling insights— most profoundly, that happiness is a choice that anyone can make, regardless of their history or circumstances. Four tips from contributors to the book show how we all can rise up out of our troubles to the other side, shining.

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Family, friends and society exert pressure on us to achieve certain goals or impose their definition of success. When our soul doesn’t fit the mold, exciting things can happen. Happiness strategist Kristi Ling seemed to have it all: a high-powered job in Hollywood, significant income and the envy of all her friends—but her

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While we’re striving to change our life or wishing things could have been different, we often forget to pay attention to what we have right now. Boni Lonnsburry, a conscious creation expert and founder/CEO of Inner Art, Inc., in Boulder, Colorado, writes about the morning she decided to choose happiness, despite the enormous challenges she was facing, including divorce, foreclosure, bankruptcy and possible homelessness. “I thought to myself, ‘Yes, my life could be better, but it also could be a hell of a lot worse. I’m healthy and smart—why, I even have some wisdom. Why am I focusing on how terrible everything is?’” Using the power of her choice to be happy right now, Lonnsburry not only found joy amidst the adversity, but created love and success beyond her wildest dreams.

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to protect ourselves, even against the love we want. Certified Relationship Coach Stacey Martino, of Yardley, Pennsylvania, writes, “From the first day we met, I’d been waiting for [my boyfriend] Paul to end our relationship. I begged him for another chance—not for our relationship, but to be my authentic self—to figure out who I am and show up in our relationship as the real me.” Fourteen years later, Martino and her boyfriend, now husband, are still exploring the depths of their love for one another. For them, the choice to be vulnerable was the gateway to happiness.

Look Inward Instead of to Others

If we can’t own our pain, how can we create our joy? Choosing happiness means taking full responsibility for our state of mind, with no excuses. Lisa Marie Rosati, of Kings Park, New York, who today helps other women catalyze their own transformation, writes: “I didn’t want to accept what was going on inside [me], so I looked outside for a way to make things better. I depended on intimate relationships to complete me, and on friends and acquaintances for entertainment. My self-esteem floated on incoming compliments and I absolutely never wanted to spend a minute alone with my own thoughts, lest they erode whatever happiness I possessed at the moment. I was exhausted, frustrated and quite frankly, pissed off.” It took a flash of insight to set Rosati free of her patterns of blame—and then realizing she could create her own fulfillment was all it took to catapult her into a place of empowerment. Look out, world! As Los Angeles happiness expert and Positive Psychology Coach Lisa Cypers Kamen says, “Happiness is an inside job.” Joy, love and inspired living are ours for the taking—all we must do is choose.

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SURF TO TURF U.S. Farmed Seafood That’s Safe and Sustainable by Judith Fertig

Wild-caught fish from pure waters is the gold standard of seafood, but sustainable populations from healthy waters are shrinking. That’s one reason why fish farms are appearing in unusual places—barramundi flourish on a Nebraska cattle ranch, shrimp in chilly Massachusetts and inland tilapia in Southern California.

ith the demand for seafood outpacing what can safely be harvested in the wild, half the seafood we eat comes from aquaculture, says Kathryn Sullivan, Ph.D., administrator for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Yet, farmed seafood has a reputation for uneven quality and questionable farming practices. A primary reason is that much of what Americans buy comes from Asia, where aquaculture is less stringently managed. Meanwhile, domestic aquaculture provides only about 5 percent of the seafood consumed here, according to NOAA.

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If we want to eat safer, sustainable, farmed seafood, there are two solutions. One is to purchase farmed fish raised in the U.S., says Sullivan. The agency’s FishWatch consumer informa36

tion service assures: “If it’s harvested in the United States, it’s inherently sustainable as a result of the rigorous U.S. management process that ensures fisheries are continuously monitored, improved and sustainable.” Whole Foods Markets have found that farming seafood (aquaculture) can provide a consistent, high-quality, year-round supply of healthy and delicious protein. Accordingly, “When it’s done right, aquaculture can be environmentally friendly and offer a crucial way to supplement wild-caught fish supplies. On the other hand, poor farming practices such as the overuse of chemicals and antibiotics and those that cause water pollution and other negative impacts on the environment are bad news.” A second solution is to consult with a trusted fishmonger that has high standards for flavor, health, safety, sustainability and environmental concerns.

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Chefs like Rick Moonen, who owns RM Seafood, in Las Vegas, are getting behind U.S. aquaculture farms that do it right, raising healthy, sustainable and delicious fish. Moonen recently became a brand ambassador for True North Salmon, a farm system that integrates the way nature keeps fish healthy and fresh. “They have a salmon farm near a mussel farm near a kelp farm, mimicking the way these three species interact in the wild,” says Moonen. The best seafood farms take what geography and climate offer—ocean inlets, a natural spring and a natural depression in the land or indoor controlled freshwater tanks—and use clean feed. With no antibiotics, non-GMO food (free of genetic modification) in the right ratio, good water quality and creative ways to use the effluent, they employ green farming practices to raise fish and shellfish that, in turn, are healthy to eat. The Atlantic coasts of Maine and Canada are where families have been making their living from the sea for centuries, says Alan Craig, of Canada’s True North Salmon Company. “The fish are fed pellets made from all-natural, nonGMO sources with no dyes, chemicals or growth hormones added. Underwater cameras monitor the health of the fish to prevent overfeeding.” True North Salmon follows a threebay system, similar to crop rotation on land. Each bay is designated for a particular age of fish: young salmon, market-ready fish and a fallow, or empty, bay, breaking the cycle of any naturally occurring diseases and parasites. Robin Hills Farm, near Ann Arbor, Michigan, offers vegetable, meat, egg and fruit community supported agriculture, U-pick fruit and a pair of stocked farm ponds. Farm Manager Mitzi Koors explains that the ponds are a way to leverage natural resources, add another income stream and attract visitors. “We first discovered a low-lying area that would become a beautiful pond with a little work,” Koors relates. “We then expanded to two close ponds that don’t connect, to keep the older fish raised on at least six months of nonGMO organic feed separate from the newer fish. The ponds are spring fed, providing a great environment for trout.”

In northeastern Nebraska, five generations of the Garwood family have traditionally raised cattle and produced corn and tomatoes. To keep the farm thriving and sustainable, they have had to think outside the row crop. Today, they’re growing something new—barramundi, or Australian yellow perch. They built a warehouse that now holds 18, 10,000-gallon fish tanks full of growing fish. A Maryland company provides old-fashioned cow manure and leftover grain sorghum from area ethanol plants to create algae, naturally non-GMO, to use as biofuel and fish food. “People prefer to eat locally raised food, even if it’s fish in Nebraska,” says Scott Garwood. The sophistication of closed containment systems like the Garwoods use means that chefs, too, can raise their own fish, besides growing their own

herbs and vegetables. California Chef Adam Navidi, owner of the Oceans & Earth restaurant, in Yorba Linda, also runs nearby Future Foods Farms, encompassing 25 acres of herbs, lettuces, assorted vegetables and tank-raised tilapia. Baby greens, not GMO products, help feed the fish, while nitrates from the ammonia-rich fish waste fertilize the crops. The fish wastewater filters through the crops and returns to the fish tanks in an efficient, conservation-driven system that produces healthy, organic food. “Someday, chefs will be known both by their recipes and the methods used to produce their food,” Navidi predicts.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Free Event with Alice McCall – 6-7pm. Moving from Limitation to Co-Creation provides valuable information on how to propel your spiritual, physical and emotional life forward, to easily meet your personal goals. Teleconference with Alice McCall. Free. Reservations: 850-585-5496. AliceMcCall@ earthlink.net. HealingPath.info.

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SUNDAY, SPTEMBER 6 Labor Day Reflections – 10:30-11:30am. Rev. George Castillo is Chaplain of Joppa Masonic Lodge, member of Shalimar Methodist Mission Committee, interim minister at Shalimar Presbyterian Church and a life time member of the local chapter of the NAACP. Free. Unity Spiritual Center, 1797 Hurlburt Rd, Ft Walton Beach. 850-864-1232. UnityInFWB.org. Thresholds Magic Show – 7:30-9:30pm. Experience an unusual, interactive performance of magician Jeanette Andrews as you wind your way through the rooms of East of Eden Retreat and Spa, experiencing an illusory world designed for the five senses in five distinct spaces. $35. East of Eden Retreat and Spa, 234 Dog Hobble Ln, Point Washington, Santa Rosa Beach. Tickets, The Seaside REP: LoveTheRep.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Revitalize, Renew and Restore – 9:30-11am. This workshop utilizes vinyasa yoga to revitalize, and restorative yoga to renew and restore. Regular class pricing for this special workshop. $15/drop in, packages available. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main St, Destin. 850-687-8603. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Unity World Day of Prayer – 7am-8pm. Services during the day include morning service, candle lighting, prayer and meditation, noon prayer service, silent prayer, meditation and prayer requests and individual candle lighting. At 7pm, there is closing sacred service with silent prayer and meditation. Free. Unity Spiritual Center in Ft Walton Beach, 1797 Hurlburt Rd, Ft Walton Beach. Info: WorldDayOfPrayer.org. UnityInFWB.org.

Level One Reiki Training – 11am-5pm. The focus is self-healing: learn the importance of self-care in the relief of health conditions, anxiety and emotional stress. After the attunement you will have the ability to channel Reiki for healing the body, mind and spirit either for yourself or loved ones. $165. The Healing Clinic, 184 Brooks St, Bldg 1, Fort Walton Beach. 850-217-2771. TheHealingClinicFWB.com.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Joy Retreat: East of Eden – 9am-5pm. Workshop with Felicia McQuaid and Laura Tyree focuses on joy as more than an emotion; it is a spiritual consciousness and understanding. The energy of joy is even more powerful than pain and heartbreak as a means to learning, living and loving your life in dynamic ways. $125. East of Eden Retreat and Spa, 234 Dog Hobble Ln, Santa Rosa Beach. 850-7974754. EastOfEdenRetreatAndSpa.com. Archangel Workshop – 10am-12pm. Learn about Archangels Uriel, Raphael, Michael and Gabriel, and a special meditation to help you tap into the blessings and loving kindness angels represent. $27. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Parkway, Ste 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. Light EnergyDancing.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Solar Eclipse Event with Alice McCall – 3-4:30pm. A guided healing meditation to align with high frequency solar codes, gaining insights into your soul agreements. Teleconference with Alice McCall. $20. Reservations: 850-585-5496. AliceMcCall@ earthlink.net. HealingPath.info.

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See, Taste, Hear and Smell Your Future – 10:3011:30am. From imagination to reality, being intentional and utilizing visualization allows for dreams, goals, and personal growth to reach full potential. Visualization is like having a GPS at your disposal; think it, visualize it and make it happen. Free. Unity Spiritual Center in Ft Walton Beach, 1797 Hurlburt Rd, Ft Walton Beach. UnityInFWB.org. Awaken the Goddess within You – 3-5:30pm. Join two recognized and loved yoga teachers, Shantaya Boneja and Tammy Binkley, for a transformational workshop that will awaken the goddess within you. $40/advance, $45/at door. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main St, Destin. 850-687-8603. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Biofeedback Health Scans – 10am-6pm. Learn biological preferences such as what foods to eat and what supplements match you best. Your body knows your optimal health plan; find out and stop guessing. $100. Golden Almond Health Store, 339 Racetrack Rd, Fort Walton Beach. 850-863-5811. GoldenAlmond.com. Stress Control – 6-7pm. Four fast and easy ways to crush stress you have probably never heard using drugless support and proven techniques. Free. Golden Almond Health Store, 339 Racetrack Rd, Fort Walton Beach. 850-863-5811. GoldenAlmond.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Fall Equinox Event – 6-7:30pm. A guided healing meditation to facilitate reconciliation with the past – to return to heart consciousness living on a personal and global scale. Teleconference with Alice McCall. $20. Reservations: 850-585-5496. AliceMcCall@ earthlink.net. HealingPath.info.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Food Preference Testing: For Kids Only – 12-3pm. Fast and easy testing for optimum food choices. The scan shows biological aversions and preferences for healthy eating. For children 3 and up. $20. Golden Almond Health Store, 339 Racetrack Rd, Fort Walton Beach. 850-863-5811. GoldenAlmond.com.

upcoming THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 Aqua Fusion - 9-10am. A blend of yoga, tai-chi and aerobics in the salt water of an outdoor heated pool. $10. East of Eden Retreat and Spa, 234 Dog Hobble Ln, Point Washington, Santa Rosa Beach. 850-797-4754. EastOfEdenRetreatAndSpa.com.

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Dance for Parkinson’s - 12:15-1:15pm. A class for those afflicted with Parkinson’s, showing how dance is still available to you no matter what stage you are in. Caregivers can also attend. Free. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. LightEnergyDancing.com. Yoga w/ Pranic Healing – 6-7pm. Start your week by getting in touch with your higher self. Find stillness and peacefulness by moving mindfully. $15. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. Light EnergyDancing.com.

tuesday daily Yoga – Achieve balance in your mind, body and spirit. Mon, ashtanga vinyasa 6pm; Tues, wellness 11:15 and hot yoga 6pm; Wed, vinyasa flow 6pm; Thurs, yoga back 11:15 and restorative 6pm; Fri, happy hour 6pm. All levels welcome. $5/per class. Yoga Connection PC, 2629 W 23rd St, Ste H, Panama City. 850-785-8805. YogaConnnectionPC.com.

sunday Summer Chakra Series - 9-10:15am. Tammy Binkley and Shantaya explore seven main chakras of human body; unblock and activate for better energy flow. $15. East of Eden Retreat and Spa, 234 Dog Hobble Ln, Point Washington, Santa Rosa Beach. 850-797-4754. EastOfEdenRetreatAndSpa.com. Heated Hatha 101 – 10-11am. Practice in a room heated to 90-95 degrees, moving slowly while building your stamina and flexibility. Designed to encourage proper alignment of the body. Beginners welcome. $15. Hot Yoga Om, 222 Miracle

Strip Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach. 850-217-2771. HotYogaOm.com. God in Me: Youth Education Series – 10:30am. Each Sunday the children will learn about the Twelve Powers of God within each person. Each child will create a craft to take home to help them remember that week’s lesson. Free. Unity in Ft Walton Beach, 1797 Hurlburt Rd, Ft Walton Beach. UnityInFWB.org. Full Moon Group Meditation Intro/Workshop – 6-7:30pm. Full moon group meditation workshop: dynamic service to the world and powerful, method of personal spiritual development. Potent, nondenominational. Free. Ever’mans Co-op Educ Center, 315 West Garden Street, Pensacola. 2joneill@gmail. com. Details: TransmissionMeditation.org.

monday Massage Monday – 9am-6pm. Depending on the immediate concerns and specific needs of each client, techniques may vary from relaxing Swedish massage to variations of deep tissue massage. $55/with promo code Monday. The Healing Clinic, 184 Brooks St, Bldg 2, FWB. 850-217-2771. TheHealingClinicFWB.com.

Hot Yoga Tuesdays – 8:15-9:15am. Heated Hatha 101 offers the benefits of infrared heating and yoga in one experience. The room is heated to 90-95 degrees. Purify, strengthen and heal body, mind and spirit. $5/ first class. Hot Yoga Om, 222 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach. 850-217-2771. HotYogaOm.com. Aquachi Detox Footbath – 10am-2pm. Tues, Thurs & Fri. Ionic foot bath therapy for simple detoxing is a natural way to enhance your overall sense of wellbeing and amplify the body’s ability to heal itself. $30/30 minute session. The Healing Clinic, 184 Brooks St, Bldg 2, Fort Walton Beach. 850-217-2771. TheHealingClinicFWB.com. Yoga for PTSD – 11:45am-12:45pm. For those with PTSD or recovering from trauma, this relaxing class is offered, at reduced rate, at lunch time. Enjoy a serene, light and bright space. Call/text for more details. $10. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. LightEnergyDancing.com. Ballroom Dance Basics – 6:15-7pm. Learn the basics of Cha Cha, Rumba and East Coast Swing in a low stress, comfortable environment. Become the dancer you’ve wanted to be. $15. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. LightEnergyDancing.com.

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thursday Vinyasa Flow - 8:30-9:30am. Practice power vinyasa flow with Laura Bailey. Feel your body move through the challenging yoga asanas to the beat of your favorite tunes. $15. East of Eden Retreat and Spa, 234 Dog Hobble Ln, Point Washington, Santa Rosa Beach. 850-797-4754. EastOfEdenRetreatAndSpa.com. Alzheimer’s Caregivers Education and Support – 2-4pm. 4th Thur. Covenant Alzheimer’s Services Caregiver Education and Support Group. Onsite respite care can be provided with an RSVP. Unity of Ft Walton Beach, 1797 Hurlburt RD, Ft Walton Beach. Maureen: 850-244-8933. Intermediate/Advanced Oriental Dance Class – Through Oct 29. 6:30-8pm. Learn this beautiful ancient dance art, make new friends, burn calories and have fun. $60/for the term. Pensacola State College, Pensacola Campus, 1000 College Blvd, Pensacola.

friday Gentle Yoga - 10:15-11:30am. Very gentle restorative flow and ayurvedic insight are at the core of this peaceful practice. Perfect for beginner level and those with agility issues. $10. East of Eden Retreat and Spa, 234 Dog Hobble Ln, Point Washington, Santa Rosa Beach. 850-797-4754. EastOfEdenRetreatAndSpa.com.

saturday Meditation & Pranic Healing Clinic – 7-8pm. Come see what pranic healing might do for you. Twin Hearts Meditation to bless the planet, the people in your life and bring blessings into your own life. $10, $8/punch card). Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. LightEnergyDancing.com.

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CLASSES/TRAINING HEALTH COACHING, NUTRITION AND PERSONAL TRAINING – Do you want to lose weight, get rid of stress, feel good? I offer coaching, meal plans, personal training and Yahweh yoga to help you reach your goals. I will guide you daily and help you succeed. Call Tracy at 850-481-6992. LIFELONG LEARNING CLASSES REGISTRATION – Begins - 9am -2pm. 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for current students (those who have attended one or both of the past two semesters). 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for new students (New catalog out in late August). Classes run Sept. 14 thru Nov. 6. UWF/NWFSC Auditorium, Bldg 8, 1170 MLK Blvd, FWB. Call 850-863-6548 or visit www. CLL-FWB.org. SAND SEA AND SPIRIT – Exciting variety of holistic classes and services throughout Sep, including: nurturing your soul, intuitive well-being, cosmic chords, raindrop technique and daily meditations. Phoenix VI, 26800 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach. 337-794-0062. Karen.Rollins337@gmail. com. sandseaandspirit.com/.

HELP WANTED FREE HELP WANTED CLASSIFIED POSTINGS – Natural Awakenings is committed helping our community find work and employment. Post your help wanted listing, up to 20 words, free of charge in 2015. Deadline is the 15th of the month prior to the month published. We reserve the right to edit, accept or reject all submissions based on suitability. MODELS WANTED – Currently seeking models for a Brazilian wax, Esthetician and Balayage Hair Color. Services provided by Junior Stylist. Each service is $25 to cover cost of products. When booking, please let us know you are interested in being a model. Brava Hair Studio, Day Spa & Boutique,FWB. 850-833-3003. Brava HairStudio.com.

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JUICE, SMOOTHIES, SOUPS AND SALADS – Enjoy our juice and smoothie bar; organic salads to go and organic soups (cold months). 9am-3pm. Mon-Fri. Golden Almond Health Food Store. 339 Racetrack Road, NW. FWB. 850-863-5811. GoldenAlmond.com.

ROOM RENTALS OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE – 8th Element Wellness is looking for a reliable, enthusiastic Health care practitioner who wants to rent space and be a complimentary addition to our team. Room for rent in calm environment at 90 Beal Pkwy in Ft Walton Bch. If interested, please call Christie at 850-598-7515 or Alex at 850-582-2285.

SERVICES DEEP CLEANSING FACIAL – Deep Cleansing Facial includes a Microdermabrasion and Enzyme Peel. Only $75 (regular cost over $200). Brava Hair Studio, Day Spa & Boutique, FWB. 850-8333003. BravaHairStudio.com. MYOFASCIAL RELEASE FOR HEALTH MAINTENANCE – Janet Hardy, LMT, BCTMB, John F. Barnes’ expert Myofascial Release therapist is now offering treatment for many womens’ health issues. For more information, please call 850-2319131or email CaringTouch 4Therapy@gmail.com. NATURAL HEALTH CONSULTANTS – Knowledeable, experienced staff members available to help with your questions about natural and organic foods, herbs, supplements and anti-aging products. Golden Almond Health Food Store. 339 Racetrack Road, NW. FWB. 850-863-5811. GoldenAlmond.com. PORTRAITS – Professional portrait studio with amazing backdrops, unique monthly themes, glamorous and romantic styles, plus full of vintage and antique props and backgrounds. 90 minute photo session includes 3 finished digital portraits. Only $200. Brava Hair Studio, Day Spa & Boutique. 850-833-3003. BravaHairStudio.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE REBECCA FREEMAN, AP, MAOM 1180 Eglin Pkwy NE, Shalimar 850-902-2536 • 850-651-0160 RebeccaFreeman08@yahoo.com

Caring and compassionate masters of acupuncture and Oriental medicine acupuncture. More than 12 years’ experience relieving all types of pain, including: headaches, female problems, digestive problems and more.

KOVAR CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER

John S Kovar, DC 29 G Miracle Strip Hwy SW, FWB 850-244-1200 • DrKovar.com Experience the many benefits of acupuncture. Restoring health naturally to patients for more than 30 years, Dr. Kovar also offers chiropractic care, nutrition response testing with designed clinical nutrition, and massage.

DR ANAYA PALAY, DAOM

Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Calhoun Chiropractic 16600 Back Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach • 850-230-1288 Using ancient wisdom to holistically treat today’s illnesses. Specializing in: Women’s Health including painful or heavy periods, fertility, pre- and post-natal care, peri-menopause and beyond.

DR SHERYL ROE

Acupuncture Physician Navarre • FWB 850-225-3460 • DrSRoe.com

AYURVEDA EMERALD COAST FUNCTIONAL FAMILY MEDICINE Peter Kozlowski, MD Destin, FWB, Niceville 850-830-7517 • DocKoz.com DocKozMD@gmail.com

Emerald Coast Functional Family Medicine offers food sensitivity testing, functional medicine and healthy aging consultations, hormone replacement therapy, medical detoxification, nutrition, prenatal care, primary care, pediatrics, second opinions and specialized testing. See ad, page 13.

ACUPUNCTURE FACELIFT DR SHERYL ROE

Acupuncture Physician Navarre • FWB 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 19.

BEAUTY BRAVA HAIR STUDIO, DAY SPA & BOUTIQUE BravaHairStudio@gmail.com 850-833-3003 • BravaHairStudio.com

ADDICTION RECOVERY DISCOVERING THE SOLUTION Mar Walt Dr, Ste C. FWB 850-586-7818 DiscoveringTheSolution.com

We are a private, holistic substance abuse treatment center located in the heart of Fort Walton Beach. Our unique program is specifically customized to fit each individual’s needs. We focus on getting to the root causes of addiction to ensure a successful and lasting recovery. See ad, page 35.

Shampoos and conditioners incorporate pure aromatherapy essential oils which are beneficial to your hair and also your well being. Continued education and frequent training allow us to provide the most up to date trends and techniques. See ad, page 38.

SALON VEDAT ORGANIC SALON

Janice Skene 114-B Benning Dr, Destin • 850-837-2690 SalonVedat@gmail.com • SalonVedat.com Organic Salon Systems started a revolution of healthier, natural, organic, better performing professional products. Beauty without sacrificing health. Coloring and smoothing treatments for silky, healthy hair. No SLS, ammonia, parabens, plastics. See ad, page 39.

AIR CONDITIONING EMERALD AIR SERVICES, L.L.C. HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

112 Beal Pkwy SW, FWB 850-244-2665 • EmeraldAirFWB.com To greatly improve system e f f i c i e n c y, e q u i p m e n t performance, and longevity, eliminate filter-changing inconveniences and provide you home with the purest, healthiest air. Choose Everclean Green. See ad, page 5.

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY NITIN BAWA, MD

DrBawa.com Destin: 850-424-7320 Fort Walton Beach: 850-586-7890 Santa Rosa Beach: 850-534-4170 General medicine with a holistic wellness approach and specialized services in bio-identical hormone therapy, weight loss, food allergies, nutritional analysis and anti-aging procedures. Most insurance accepted. See ad, page 16.

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 19.

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Janet Hardy, LMT Board Certified since 1994 Myofascial Release Therapist Expert Level Santa Rosa Beach • 850-231-9131 CaringTouchTherapy.net In her 20+ years of massage therapy Janet has found the John F. Barnes’ Approach® to be the most effective and holistic treatment for the relief of pain and optimal health. MA17333. See ad, page 12.

HEND-RX NUTRITION & LABORATORIES Dr. Garry Hendricks, N.D. 205 Kelly Ave NE, Ste A, FWB 850-736-5700 • HendRx@Live.com

Screening with thermography can detect abnormalities in the very earliest stages cardiovascular, breast thyroid, hormonal digestive, diabetes, TMJ. Also offering personalized healthcare assessments and organic botanical supplements. See ad, page 6.

KOVAR CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER

John S Kovar, DC 29 G Miracle Strip Hwy SW, FWB 850-244-1200 • DrKovar.com Practicing locally for over 30 years, expertise in treating pain conditions, auto injury and restoring health naturally through nutrition response testing, clinical nutrition, acupuncture, massage and chiropractic wellness care.

COLONIC THERAPY THE METAMORPHOSIS CLINIC

HEALING WATERS PAIN THERAPY 215 Mountain Dr, Ste 112, Destin Bill 850-461-0058 • Ryan 850-624-8742 HealingWatersPainTherapy.com HealingWatersPainTherapy@gmail.com

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES FAIRYTALE BY CHRISTINA

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A child’s dream come true... Fairy Tale by Christina is a one-of-a-kind experience, allowing a storybook to come to life for your child’s birthday party, camp or special event. Ask about our Military Family discount.

Fast and effective body healing through combining use of the Myokinesthetic System™ and the MPS (microcurrent point stimulation). Most problems are nearly pain-free in four treatments. See ad, page 3.

ALEXANDREA MCALLASTER, LMT 8th Element Wellness LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-582-2285

Dedicated to a heart centered practice specializing in Healing Touch Energy Therapy, Chakra balancing and Neuromuscular pain management with focus on neck release and low back pain. MA59372. See ad, page 11.

CHIROPRACTIC BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

April Lee, DC 4400 Hwy 20 E, Niceville 850-897-1177 • BluewaterChiropractic.com Natural and holistic healthcare. Offering chiropractic care, lumbar decompression, physical therapies, massage therapy, nutritional education and supplementation. Allow the body to heal the way it was designed.

CHRISTIE MORGAN, LMT

8th Element Wellness LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-598-7515

Specializing in pain management massage and a blend of therapeutic massage techniques with focused intention to de-stress the body and mind. MA50499. See ad, page 11.

Body & Mind Wellness Services including, Colonics, Total Body Detox Footbath, Skin Rejuvenation Treatments, Infrared Sauna, Transcendental Meditation training, Lifestyle Transition Coaching, Proven Weight-Loss Program. MA49032/MM27113. See ad, page 7.

CRAFTS & GIFTS STONE SOUP

Intuitive Spiritual Center 700 Beal Pkwy, Unit D, FWB ShadowBonus@gmail.com • 850-533-6565 Fort Walton’s newest eclectic intuitive center. Locally made crafts by local artisans. Intuitive readings, jewelry, paintings, incense, crystals, pottery, semi-precious stones, wind chimes, diaper cakes, hand painted furniture. See ad, page 12.

DENTISTRY HENARD FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr Karen Henard, DC 4566 Hwy 20 E, Ste 205, Niceville 850-897-1105 • HenardChiro.com

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Brava Boutique is full of fun and exotic gifts from all over the world. Everything from organic pastas from Italy to Charles Viancin echo friendly lids for healthy food storage. See ad, page 38.

(Formerly Skindeep) Cindy Butler, Owner/Therapist SkindeepDestin.com • 850-269-1414 TheMetamorphosisClinic@gmail.com

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DR DAYTON HART, DMD

IAOMT Protocol 225 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-943-2471 • DrDaytonHart.com Free book: Mercury Free Dentistry. Ozone, laser no-suture gum surgery, test for compatible materials, cavity-causing bacteria. Examine for gum disease bacteria. Laser cavity diagnoses, saliva, ph check, oral galvanic screening; no fluoride. See ad, page 10.

DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD

106 Wright Pkwy SW, FWB 850-243-1534 WrightParkwayDentalCenter.com Healthy digestion, well aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good nights sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat sleep disorders, TMJ, headaches, snoring, and sleep apnea. Plus, crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, mplant restorations, allgner orthodontics, cleanings, digital x-ray imaging, laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ad, page 7.

DETOXIFICATION EMERALD COAST FUNCTIONAL FAMILY MEDICINE Peter Kozlowski, MD 850-830-7517 • DocKoz.com DockOzMD@gmail.com

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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 4.

Knowledgeable staff and cutting edge digital health assessments. Dairyfree and gluten-free food items, supplements, homeopathic solutions and anti-aging products, plus delicious nutritional smoothies. See ad, page 6.

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Juice Bar and Café offers farm-to-table meals prepared with regionally sourced organic produce and pantry items; glutenfree, dairy-free. Whole food cooking, juicing, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and raw food classes are available. See ad, page 37.

EMOTIONAL HEALING BACK TO BASIC WELLNESS

Susan Giangiulio, MEd, CECP, CLP 850-240-2279 Back-To-Basic-Wellness.com Certified Lifeline Technique™ and an Emotion Code Practitioner applying kinesiology, known as muscle testing, to communicate with subconscious thoughts. Release tr apped emotions, eliminate personal obstacles and limiting behaviors.

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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.

GOLDEN ALMOND HEALTH FOOD STORE

339 Racetrack Rd NW, Ste 3 850-863-5811 • GoldenAlmond.com Hours: M-F 9-6, S 10-4, Closed Sun Natural and organic foods. Largest selection of herbs and supplements in the area. Enjoy our new fresh juice bar, open weekdays 10-4. Knowledgeable and personable staff. See ad, page 33.

30A FARMER’S MARKETS

850-499-4697 • 30AFarmersMarket.com 3 Locations: Rosemary Beach Town Center, on 30 A 9am-1pm Sundays (Year Round) Thursdays (Memorial Day-Labor Day) Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, on Hwy 98 9am-1pm - Saturday (Year Round) WaterColor Coastal Cerulean Park, on 30A 9am-2pm Sundays & Thursday (Year Round)

Serene, beautiful, distinctive and exclusive is the best way to describe the 30A Farmers’ Market Family. European and coastalinspired markets feature local farmers, makers, bakers, and specialty vendors in an inviting market experience. See ad, page 13.

MOUNT OF OLIVES HEALTH FOODS 728 W 23rd St, Panama City 850-784-9001 • MountOfOlives.com

Featuring quality products we stand behind. Gluten free foods, non GMO, bulk foods, refrigerated/ frozen organic foods, raw foods, cosmetics, organic pet food. See ad, back cover (Panama City edition).

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HOLISTIC MEDICINE

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE EMERALD COAST FUNCTIONAL FAMILY MEDICINE Peter Kozlowski, MD 850-830-7517 • DocKoz.com DocKozMD@gmail.com

NITIN BAWA, MD

DrBawa.com Destin: 850-424-7320 Fort Walton Beach: 850-586-7890 Santa Rosa Beach: 850-534-4170 General medicine with a holistic wellness approach and specialized services in bio-identical hormone therapy, weight loss, food allergies, nutritional analysis and antiaging procedures. Most insurance accepted. See ad, page 16.

GEOTHERMAL EMERALD AIR SERVICES, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 112 Beal Pkwy SE, FWB 850-244-2665 • EmeraldAirFWB.com

GULF COAST HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE

Raquel Skidmore, MD 850-640-1530 756 Harrison Ave, Panama City GulfCoastHolisticAndPrimaryCare.com At GCHPC, your health comes first. A philosophy that joins holistic and conventional medical care where we treat the whole human —mind, body and spirit. Prescreening to prescribe medical marijuana.

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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.

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.

HYPNOSIS DESTIN HYPNOSIS

Tom Mueller, CMC, CHt 850-865-0285 • DestinHypnosis.com Facebook.com/DestinHypnosis Certified hypnotherapist and master life coach. Hypnosis is powerful anytime a change in feeling, thinking or behavior is desired. My mission is your success. Call today. See ad, page 14.

INTEGRATIVE PSYCHIATRY DR DEBORAH R SIMKIN, MD

DFAACAP, Diplomat ABIHM 4641 Gulfstarr Dr, Ste 106, Destin 850-243-9788 IntegrativePsychiatryOfDestin.com Board certified in neurofeedback and Integrative Medicine. Simkin specializes in Integrative Psychiatry (complementary and alternative assessments and interventions) and qEEG Z Score LORETA neurofeedback (an advanced neurofeedback which typically allows far fewer sessions). See ad, page 17.

INTUITIVE ARTS JUL CONSTANTINE

Psychic Connections by Juls 850-533-9448 JulConstantine@gmail.com PsychicConnectionsByJuls.com Intuitive, medium, author and teacher. More information on Jul’s website. Discover your intuitive abilities by signing up for a Psychic Development Workshop. Readings are in person or by phone.

THE HEALING CLINIC OF FORT WALTON BEACH Felicia McQuaid 850-217-2771 TheHealingClinicFWB.com

Certified Advanced Angel Reader through Doreen Virtue. Connect with your Angels to receive love filled guidance and clarityabout specific questions and areas of life. Sessions available in person or via skpe or facetime. See ad, page 29.

MASSAGE THERAPY 8TH ELEMENT WELLNESS LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-420-5819

Wellness spa features a variety of therapeutic massage modalities, energy therapy, chakra balancing, skincare, hypnotherapy and acupuncture with Dr. Sheryl Roe. Also available for group events, bridal massage parties, couples massage, girl’s day outings and workshops. See ad, page 11.

BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

April Lee, DC 4400 Hwy 20 E, Niceville 850-897-1177 • BluewaterChiropractic.com Sports and rehabilitation massage therapy. Natural and holistic healthcare. Chiropractic care, lumbar decompression, physical therapies, nutritional education and supplementation. Allow the body to heal the way it was designed.

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Laura Tyree 850-217-2771 • MA68035 TheHealingClinicFWB.com

The ultimate destination for health and beauty in Northwest 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 & makeup, naturopathy and acupuncture are offered in synergy to make your inner & outer beauty shine through. See ad, back cover.

Laura is a highly skilled therapist under the John Barnes technique. Under her extraordinary care clients find relief from long held pain and tension that lasts. This gentle technique of quiet pressure and stretching relieves pain from the restriction of connective tissue. See ad, page 29.

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HEND-RX NUTRITION & LABORATORIES Dr Garry Hendricks, ND 205 Kelly Ave NE, Ste A, FWB 850-736-5700 • HendRx@Live.com

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Well-being and balance await you. Therapeutic massage, Reiki, Myofascial Release, Transformational healing. Whether you need a deeper touch or more gentle approach we can help. Balance for body, mind and spirit. See ad, page 29.

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12118 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Ste 10 Lorah Buchanan • 850-527-1514 EnergyAlchemyLorah@gmail.com PranicHealingLorah.com Kathy Johnson • 731-608-1470 EnergyAlchemyKathy@gmail.com Turning imbalance into balance through the use of Pranic Healing, Meditations,Pranic Healing clinics open to the public. Private Pranic Healing sessions by appointment.

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A serene space for meditation, healing and spirituality. Offering weekly group meditations, healing clinics, yoga combined with energy healing, private Pranic Healing sessions, and Pranic Healing training. Be happy, be well, be blessed. See ad, page 23.

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REIKI FELICIA MCQUAID, LMT

Master Reiki Teacher THE Healing Clinic of Fort Walton Beach 850-217-2771 TheHealingClinicFWB.com Felicia McQuaid has been offering Reiki healing services since 2005. She offers regular trainings in all levels of Traditional Usui Reiki Ryoho and Karuna Reiki. Felicia is known for her insight, grace and compassion while working with students and clients. MA61060. See ad, page 29.

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Turn Your Passion Into a Business

Natural Awakenings is now expanding into new markets across the U.S. Contact us about starting a magazine in a community of your choice or acquiring an existing publication for sale highlighted in red below. Natural Awakenings publishes in over 95 markets across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. • • • • • • • • • •

Own a Natural Awakenings Magazine Our publishers ranked us among the highest in franchise satisfaction for our Training, Support, Core Values and Integrity! “I am impressed by the range of support provided to franchisees; it seems all the bases are more than covered to provide an owner the ability to be successful. Together with my experience, drive and desire to make a difference, it feels like a good fit.” ~ Holly Baker, Tucson, AZ “Each month, the content is enriching, beneficial and very often profound. We are a source of true enrichment and nourishment for so many. We are bringing light and understanding to millions of people.” ~ Craig Heim, Upstate NY “There’s such strength in this business model: exceptional content from the corporation paired with eyes and ears on the ground here locally. We rock!“ ~ Tracy Garland, Virginia’s Blue Ridge

As a Natural Awakenings publisher, you can enjoy learning about healthy and joyous living while working from your home and earn a good income doing something you love!

No publishing experience is necessary. You’ll work for yourself but not by yourself. We offer a complete training and support system that allows you to successfully publish your own magazine.

• Meaningful New Career • Low Initial Investment • Proven Business System • Home-Based Business • Exceptional Franchise Support & Training

Huntsville, AL Mobile/Baldwin, AL* Phoenix, AZ* Tucson, AZ East Bay Area, CA San Diego, CA Denver/Boulder, CO Fairfield County, CT Hartford, CT New Haven/ Middlesex, CT • Washington, DC • Daytona/Volusia/ Flagler, FL • NW FL Emerald Coast • Ft. Lauderdale, FL • Jacksonville/ St. Augustine, FL • Melbourne/Vero, FL • Miami & the Florida Keys • Naples/Ft. Myers, FL • North Central FL* • Orlando, FL • Palm Beach, FL • Peace River, FL • Sarasota, FL • Tampa/St. Pete., FL • FL’s Treasure Coast • Atlanta, GA • Hawaiian Islands • Chicago, IL • Chicago Western Suburbs, IL • Indianapolis, IN • Baton Rouge, LA • Lafayette, LA • New Orleans, LA • Portland, ME • Boston, MA • Ann Arbor, MI • East Michigan • Wayne County, MI • Western MI* • Minneapolis/ St. Paul, MN • Charlotte, NC* • Lake Norman, NC* • Triangle, NC • Central, NJ • Hudson County, NJ • Mercer County, NJ

• Monmouth/ Ocean, NJ • North NJ • North Central NJ • South NJ • Santa Fe/Abq., NM • Las Vegas, NV • Albany, NY • Buffalo, NY • Central NY • Long Island, NY • Manhattan, NY* • Queens, NY • Rochester, NY • Rockland/ Orange, NY • Westchester/ Putnam Co’s., NY • Central OH • Cincinnati, OH* • Toledo, OH • Oklahoma City, OK • Portland, OR* • Bucks/Montgomery Counties, PA • Harrisburg/York, PA • Lancaster, PA • Lehigh Valley, PA • Pocono, PA/ Warren Co., NJ • Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre, PA • Rhode Island • Charleston, SC • Columbia, SC • Grand Strand, SC* • Greenville, SC • Chattanooga, TN • Knoxville, TN* • Memphis, TN • Austin, TX • Dallas Metroplex, TX • Dallas/FW Metro N • Houston, TX • San Antonio, TX* • SE Texas • Richmond, VA • VA’s Blue Ridge • Seattle, WA • Madison, WI • Milwaukee, WI • Puerto Rico

* Existing magazines for sale

For more information, visit our website NaturalAwakeningsMag.com/mymagazine or call 239-530-1377

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Natural Awakenings recently won the prestigious FBR50 Franchise Satisfaction Award from Franchise Business Review. To learn more, visit FranchiseBusinessReview.com awakenings September 2015 51

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