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Your Mouth Tells a Story Functional Dentistry Connects Oral Health to Sleep Apnea and Heart Disease

The Power of Friendship It Sustains, Nourishes and Supports Us

Ancient Grains for Modern Palates Deep Listening Our Wholehearted Attention Is Our Greatest Gift

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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

24 THE POWER

OF FRIENDSHIP

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It Sustains, Nourishes and Supports Us

by Judith Fertig

30 THE TRUTH

ABOUT ARTHRITIS

by Dr. Paul Stallone

32 ALYSSA MILANO’S

ANTI-AGING 30 SECRETS Her Natural Lifestyle Choices Keep Her Young

by Gerry Strauss

34 BIRD-WATCHING FOR BEGINNERS

Start with a Bird Feeder and Binoculars

by Sandra Murphy

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38 YOUR MOUTH

TELLS A STORY

Functional Dentistry Connects Oral Health to Sleep Apnea and Heart Disease

by Linda Sechrist

40 A TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE APPROACH TO THE 38

COMMON COLD

by Dr. James Moore

42 ANCIENT GRAINS

FOR MODERN PALATES Gluten-Free and Eco-Friendly Grains Gain Favor

by Judith Fertig

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kay, raise your hand if you actually look forward to going to the dentist’s office. Wait, no one’s raising their hands? Maybe it’s just bad childhood memories or an aversion to that drilling sound. Few of us actually like to see the dentist.

However, we all know that maintaining good dental health is paramount to our body’s overall health and well-being.

In preparing our story on holistic dentistry, “Your Mouth Tells A Story,” I was struck by the strong connection between maladies in our mouth and potential health concerns occurring in other parts of the body, as well as how certain illnesses can manifest themselves in the pie hole. It’s amazing to me how little we really know about the important role in the digestive process the mouth plays and what the function of its population of billions of good bacteria do for us.

The Meridian Tooth Chart is a standard tool that illustrates these specific connections, and most holistic dentists I spoke with refer to the chart regularly as a guidepost.

Sometimes people cut back on visits to the dentist and forgo the six-month check-up now and then, thinking it’s not necessary. Yet, it’s this simple, low-cost preventative maintenance that can save us thousands of dollars in dental and other health issues later. If you are overdue in visiting the dentist’s office, I encourage you to do so. To make it easier, we’ve included a handy listing of local holistic dentists for your consideration.

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cess of expanding locations across Arizona, as well as the country. To entice more people to try float therapy, they are offering new clients $30 off their first floating session when they mention Natural Awakenings magazine. Locally, they can also be found in Scottsdale, Gilbert and Sedona, with Glendale set to open in Arrowhead this month and Chandler on the way.

Float therapy is a powerful tool for wellness, relaxation, pain relief and better sleep. A float session is usually about 60 minutes in length, and the frequency of visits depends upon individual need. Some will float from one to four times a month, while others with chronic conditions may float longer and several times a week, because the benefits are enhanced with regular use. Stress, tension and pain that have formed over time may take longer to realize the greatest relief.

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Confronting Death Head-On

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death and dying seminar, The Real Double Ds of Life, will take place from 9 a.m. to noon, February 27, at DoubleTree Hilton Suites. Our culture is silent about this topic, and Plan It Janet Productions is committed to bringing this subject “out of the coffin� and into mainstream conversation. Participants will be comforted, enlightened and inspired. They will learn ways to replace the feelings of fear and confusion with those of hope and peace.

Keynote speakers include Francisco Sirvent on 12 Deadly Sins of Estate Planning and How to Avoid Them; Alex Hermosillo on Messages of Hope From the Other Side; and Kara Rosseaux on The Aid-In-Dying Movement in the USA. Cost is $49. Location: 320 N. 44th St., Phoenix. To register, visit goo.gl/ wmSVgM. For more information, call Janet Gangl at 602-327-5103 or visit TheRealDoubleDsOfLife.com.

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Awaken Healing Energies with Alex Hermosillo

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lex Hermosillo, one of the most highly sought-after healers and spiritual teachers, author and founder of the Mastery of Energy Healing Center, in Tempe, is holding a group healing event, Awakening Your Healing Energies, March 19 at the Mustang Library Auditorium, in Scottsdale. Attendees will learn and practice a simple, fast and effective technique to unlock the door to further awaken and embrace their own ability for selfhealing.

Hermosillo, born with the natural gift of healing others of their physical and emotional pain with a touch of his hand, will offer awareness about natural approaches to health and well-being that take into consideration both the body and the mind. Attendees will learn and practice how to release the energies and memories of non-nurturing thoughts, emotions and patterns, including stress, anxiety, fears, worries, heartbreaks, grief, aches, pains and disease, allowing greater clarity, peace of mind and relief from symptoms of illness.

Cost is $25 for preregistration, $35 at the door. Location: 10101 N. 90th St., Scottsdale. For more information, call 480-345-9972, email Support@ MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com or visit MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com. See ad on page 29.

Organic Living Sells Toxin-Free Upholstery

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rganic Living is offering Natural Awakenings readers a $500 discount on Savvy Rest organic sofas through February 29. Savvy Rest, a small manufacturer in Virginia, is now producing sofas made with natural and organic materials that are free of hazardous compounds, particularly chemical flame retardants. Savvy Rest handbuilt natural sofas feature solid maple frames and mortise-and-tenon joinery. Purchasers can choose certified organic hemp, organic cotton duck or an organic hemp/cotton blend upholstery. The sofa cushions are wrapped in organic wool batting and filled with natural latex foam.

Organic Living also carries a wide selection of natural and organic household items, mattresses, baby clothes, cleaners, paints, flooring and more. Flame retardants and other chemicals in synthetic foams and fabrics have been linked to cancer, obesity, infertility and developmental brain disorders. Pesticides from conventional cotton agriculture pollute land and water, and flame retardants and similar compounds have been found even in outdoor air and Arctic wildlife. They are especially prevalent in human blood, breast milk and brain tissue.

Location: 8342 N. 7th St., Phoenix. For more information, call 602-224-5313 or visit OrganicLivingAz.com. See ad on page 12.

Valentine’s Day Raw Chocolate Class

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r. Harlan Sparer, a “Wholistic” NonForce chiropractor, will teach a regular monthly class on how to make raw chocolate desserts without sugar or gluten from 2 to 4 p.m., February 14.

Raw chocolate is sourced in order to make sure no heat has been applied during both extraction and production. All other chocolate has been boiled several times during the manufacturing process. Sparer says, “If you wouldn’t boil your food several times before eating it, why would you boil your chocolate?”

The class is free with advanced registration. Location: 5308 S. Heather Dr., Tempe. RSVP to 480-245-7894. See ad on page 16.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Green Goalposts

Super Bowl Eco-Stadium Gains National Spotlight

New research by Paul Quinn, a professor of psychological and brain sciences at the University of Delaware, and his collaborators across the globe, have found a simple exercise that can undo the unconscious racial biases that may begin to develop as early as infancy.

Quinn learned that 3-month-olds begin showing a visual preference for the same race they see most often in their daily lives. By 9 months, infants not only distinguish racial categories, but also become less able to tell different individuals apart if they are members of a less-familiar race.

In the experiment, the scientists morphed together photos of African and Asian faces to create ambiguous images that looked equally African and Asian. As a result, Quinn reports, “At 9 months, they didn’t respond to the differences between the African and Asian categories, but instead they had two less discriminatory broad categories; ‘own race’ and ‘other race’. We think it might be a precursor to an initial ‘in group/out group’ differentiation and suggest that perceptual and social processing of faces may overlap, even in infants.”

The 50th Super Bowl will take place February 7 at the brandnew Levi’s Stadium, in Santa Clara, outside San Francisco, and the anniversary isn’t the only thing that’s historic. As part of a trend toward sustainability in athletic facilities, it’s the greenest and most technologically advanced professional football stadium in the U.S. The structure is designed to support sustainability, located on a site with accessible public transportation plus a bike path to encourage fans to pedal to and from games. Its predominantly open and airy, environmentally friendly building plan also takes advantage of the Silicon Valley climate. One outstanding feature is the green roof atop the suite tower on the west side of the stadium. Another is the three solar bridges connecting the main parking area to the stadium that generate energy from hundreds of solar panels.

All of the wood used was repurposed from a local airplane hangar at Moffett Field, in Mountain View, California, and other reclaimed building products were used where possible. Reclaimed water sources serve potable and non-potable uses, including playing field irrigation.

The local suppliers providing farm-to-table food menus also are required to practice composting and recycling to the greatest extent possible.

Source: LaboratoryEquipment.com

For more information, visit LevisStadium.com.

Seeing Change

Young Children Can Unlearn Racial Stereotyping

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Nice Spice

McCormick Going Non-GMO McCormick, the world’s largest spice company, plans to eliminate almost all genetically modified (GMO) ingredients from their product line by 2016. In response to increased consumer demand for healthier options, 80 percent of its overall gourmet herb and spice business in the U.S. will be both organic and non-GMO by 2016, as well as all McCormick-branded herbs, spices and extracts sold in the U.S.

They will voluntarily label the updated products to inform consumers as part of a commitment to transparency and consumer education. The first product introduced, a non-GMO vanilla extract, is already available.

McCormick also uses steam treatments in its processing to preserve the health benefits of spices instead of the ionizing irradiation used by competitors. Although food radiation is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, some studies link it to significant health problems.

“Our consumers are increasingly interested in quality flavors with pure ingredients in their food,” says McCormick President and Chief Operating Officer Lawrence Kurzius. “Our efforts prove that we are listening to consumers and are committed to continuing to evolve.”

Source: NaturalNews.com

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Lions Untamed

Shrine Circus Ends Wild Animal Acts Bill Cunningham, CEO of Dallasbased Fun Time Shows, the largest Shrine Circus producer in the country, says he’ll no longer produce shows featuring elephants, tigers, lions or other wild animals. Cunningham says, “These animals are very special; we cohabit the Earth with them and they are deserving of our respect and awe.

They’re not here to perform tricks for our entertainment.”

He says, “I’ve tried to listen to the mothers that said they didn’t want their kids to grow up and learn that the animals they saw had been probed, poked, prodded and chained to a floor.” The move has received an outpouring of support from outside the industry, including People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.

Cunningham’s Shrine Circuses will still feature high wire acts, human cannonballs, trapeze artists and motorcycle tricks, along with performing horses and dogs. “The horses and dogs act in true collaboration with their owners,” says Cunningham. “We feel the audience still wants to see domestic animals.”

Source: GreenSourceDFW.org

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Reducing Coffee Shop Waste

Pioneering Aspen Ski Town Runs Entirely on Renewables

Aspen, Colorado, with a population of 7,000, has become the third municipality in the country, along with Burlington, Vermont, and Greensburg, Kansas, to receive all of its power from renewable sources. Its energy portfolio now consists primarily of wind power and hydroelectric, with smaller contributions from solar and geothermal.

The development reflects a decade-long effort made possible in part by a significant drop in the price of renewable energy and new government regulations that internalize some of the pollution costs of fossil fuels, making energy sources like coal increasingly uncompetitive. More than one-third of American coal plants have been shut down in the past six years and new carbon rules make it possible that no new coal plants will ever be built in the U.S.

For many, getting a coffee to go at a favorite spot on the way to work or while dropping the kids off at school and running errands is a weekday ritual. It also warms up the body on cold mornings in northern regions this time of year. The java might taste even better if we reduce the amount of waste traditionally involved. Here are a few ways to better cherish Earth’s resources.

Avoid the paper cup; carry a reusable thermos or insulated bottle instead as a matter of routine. Author and activist Beth Terry, in her book Plastic Free: How I Kicked the Habit and How You Can Too suggests both stainless steel beverage containers and mugs. She also recommends glass mason jars and points out that EcoJarz recently began making stainless steel caps and lids instead of plastic. Learn more at MyPlastic FreeLife.com. Terry further cites the unhealthy aspects of continual use of paper cups because, “Many are lined with plastic, and the plastic lids are often the equivalent of Styrofoam.”

If caught without a favorite reusable container, Treehugger.com’s Katherine Martinko recommends at least giving an old paper cup one more turn. “It’s not a zero waste solution, but if you’ve already got a paper cup in your car or kitchen, you might as well extend its life. Wash and hand it over the next time you get a coffee,” she suggests. “It will still do the job.”

For those that add cream, milk or sugar to coffee, consider the waste involved just in the plastic and wood stirrers provided by the shop that are tossed in the trash after serving their one-time function. “Avoid all of them,” advises Terry. “Carry a clean utensil in the car,” such as a bamboo tableware or a spork (combination spoon and fork). Cutting down or weaning off of dairy, sugar and especially sugar substitutes is another healthful move.

Source: ThinkProgress.org

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Global Outlook

Weather Website Tracks Climate Change A new website, WXshift.org, published by the hybrid science and journalism nonprofit Climate Central, provides climate projections for a specific location along with the day’s weather. In addition to a typical forecast of highs and lows, UV (ultraviolet rays) index, wind and times of sunrise and sunset, it graphically shows if the area indicates a warming uptick and by how much.

A 40-year-trend-to-date display offers a projection to 2050 and what the weather will be like for the next generation. Geoff Grant, director of digital media for Climate Central, says, “This is just putting weather and climate data together. There’s no spin to it. The weather is how everyone experiences climate.”

WXshift draws from 2,000 weather stations across the country and 100 years of temperature, rain and snow data to create customized climate graphics. Tutorials explain such topics as the difference between dew point and humidity, along with news and information about relevant issues.

Source: DailyClimate.org

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Athletic shoemaker Adidas has teamed up with New York-based Parley for the Oceans, a multidisciplinary organization with a passion for protecting the oceans, to make footwear out of garbage. Available soon, the soft upper part of the shoe is knitted entirely from waste and debris pulled from the ocean, including yarn and fibers—just some of the estimated 5.25 trillion pieces of trash in the sea. With no extra material left over, nothing goes to waste; the shoes also incorporate illegal fishing nets taken from poachers.

Adidas executive Eric Liedtke suggests the technology could move beyond shoes and find its way to T-shirts, shorts and other apparel. A full line of similar consumer-ready products will be integrated into the Adidas line this year.

The larger issue goes beyond recycling and repurposing to avoid waste altogether. Plastic takes more than 450 years to decompose, so conservationists and researchers at Parley for the Oceans hope to re-imagine plastics by designing a renewable solution. In cleaning up our oceans, we protect ecosystems, food sources, jobs and local economies.

Source: Upworthy

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Kids Get Fewer Cavities When Mothers Chew Xylitol Gum

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esearch published in the International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry has concluded mothers that chew natural xylitol gum regularly will significantly reduce oral infections of mutans streptococcus bacteria in their infants. Five research teams and 11 randomized studies of 601 mothers and their children showed 46 percent fewer infections of the bacteria, which is the central species responsible for dental caries and periodontal disease. The studies included children that were 6, 9, 12, 18 and 24 months old.

Other research supports the claim of xylitol’s beneficial nature. A study from the University of Manchester, in England, analyzing data from 4,216 schoolchildren, showed that using toothpaste containing xylitol with fluoride resulted in 13 percent less tooth decay than using toothpaste with fluoride only.

Note: Xylitol is toxic to dogs; if ingested, consult a veterinarian.

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large study from the New York Medical College and the University of Massachusetts found that high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is linked to a greater risk of asthma and chronic bronchitis. The research included 2,801 people between the ages of 20 and 55 years old. The scientists utilized health data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey of 2003 to 2006 to compare people with a history of chronic bronchitis.

The study measured the types of soft drinks consumed, eliminating risks related to known asthma relationships such as smoking. The researchers found those that drank five or more HFCS-containing sodas per week had an 80 percent increased incidence of chronic bronchitis. Greater intake of HFCS has also been linked with higher risk of other health conditions, including diabetes and obesity.

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Willo Neighborhood Shines During Home Tour

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he annual Willo Home Tour will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., February 14, showcasing one of downtown Phoenix’s oldest and most beautiful historic neighborhoods. The Willo Historic District lies west of Central Avenue between Thomas and McDowell Roads from 1st Avenue to 7th Avenue. Trolley cars will be running up and down Willo

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streets carrying tour guests to stops near the 12 featured homes—or enjoy the beautiful Sunday weather and walk from house-to-house.

A street fair located at Holly and Monte Vista will offer more than 60 vendors selling handcrafted goods, gifts, jewelry, antiques, local artwork and a variety of food options. There will also be live musical entertainment

throughout the day.

This unique neighborhood tour represents a variety of styles, including Tudor, Spanish, Colonial and Bungalow, dating from the 1920s through the 1940s. This area showcases a type of green living where residents are reusing and revitalizing these old structures while enhancing the overall charm of living in downtown Phoenix.

One 1927 Tudor Revival specimen, the F.H. Pilcher house (see left photo), is brick and stucco with a gable roof of asphalt shingles and exposed rafters under the eaves. The front entry is recessed with an arch and brick piers. This classic abode has been completely updated, featuring a blend of modern and retro design that pays homage to the original historic elements such as refinished solid hardwood floors throughout, coved ceilings, wood windows, wood doors and vintage hardware. French doors leading to the side frame the fireplace in the living room. The kitchen is open, light and airy, with white cabinets, granite countertops and charming vintage-looking flooring.

The remodeled guest house includes a bath and kitchenette.

Tickets can be purchased for $20 the day of the event at the neighborhood park at 3rd Ave. and Holly. Advance tickets are $18 online prior to Feb. 13.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit WilloHistoricDistrict.com.

ARIZONA’S FIRST VEGAN FOOD FESTIVAL!

We’re hosting some of Arizona’s favorite vegan restaurants and vendors for a full day of food and fun!

Enjoy fresh food samplings from locally sourced and vegan inspired menus, live cooking demos, lifestyle tips and discussions, 2 stages of live entertainment, vegan beer garden, and a kids activity area!

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THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP It Sustains, Nourishes and Supports Us

by Judith Fertig

For a reason, a season or a lifetime, friends help us cope with challenges, motivate our best work and celebrate life. Friendships take many forms, crossing generations and self-imposed boundaries, and even spring up between unlikely confidants.

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hildhood friends Matt Damon and Ben Affleck collaborated on the Oscar-winning screenplay for Good Will Hunting. Fierce tennis competitors Serena Williams and Caroline Wozniacki like to get together for a gal-pal getaway after a major match.

Country music artists Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood married following an 18-year friendship; “We had a lot more in common than I ever dreamed we did,” says Brooks.

Rafts of research confirm how friendship enriches us. Carlin Flora, of New York City, spent years as a Psychology Today writer and editor before penning Friendfluence: The Surprising Ways Friends Make Us Who We Are. She notes that among the varied and perhaps unforeseen benefits, friendships can help us “shed pounds, sleep better, stop smoking and even survive a major illness.”

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An ongoing, two-decade-plus study of nearly 1,500 seniors by the Flinders University Centre for Ageing Studies, in Australia, found those with a large network of friends outliving others with the fewest friends by 22 percent. The University of Chicago National Opinion Research Center also reports people with five or more close friends as 50 percent more likely to describe themselves as “very happy” than those maintaining fewer confidants.

“Friends past and present play powerful and often unappreciated roles in determining our sense of self and the direction of our lives,” says Flora. “Even in a supposedly meritocratic society, friends give jobs and assignments to each other, so having friends that share your career interests and aspirations can get you much farther than you could ever get on your own.”

Make New Friends, Keep the Old Today, making and keeping friends can be challenging, due to distance, frequent life changes, overprotective parenting and substituting social media for more intimate face time. It all makes friendship more fluid than we might realize, says Shasta Nelson, the San Francisco founder of GirlFriendCircles.com, a women’s friendship matching site and author of Friendships Don’t Just Happen: The Guide to Creating a Meaningful Circle of Girlfriends, plus the upcoming book, Frientimacy, about deepening such relationships.

“Most of us replace half of our close friends every seven years,” says Nelson. Although this might seem alarming, she considers it a natural ebb and flow. “We all need a couple of very close friends, while others that come and go might just be what we currently need—at work or school, among first-time parents, in a new neighborhood, starting a job, in retirement or during some other life change,” she says.

Canadian Greg Tjosvold, a married middle school teacher in Vancouver, Canada, has enjoyed great friendships with women, including his wife, partly because he doesn’t relate to men’s generally competitive nature and interest in sports.

But when a close female friend moved away, he wanted to expand his circle to include men. He joined a group called The Barley Brethren that sample craft beers and talk about life. Although not into suds, he values “having a safe and enjoyable place to discuss deep issues, victories and temporary setbacks.” He admits, “That’s over-simplification, though.” Finding a group of men he can feel a part of has validated him, making this unique man still feel like one of the guys.

Nelson categorizes the concentric circles of developing friendship as starting with a mutually agreeable acquaintance or contact, and then moving emotionally closer with someone that we find similarities with.

Then the original bond can enter the

confirmed friend category. A group of friends, like a longtime book club, can constitute a community. The highest level is the committed friend that has evolved into a trusted and valuable life companion.

Sarah Huntsman Reed, a medical counselor in Kansas City, Missouri, has such a lifelong friend. She met Doug Reed, now a pharmacist, when both were in their high school musical, Once Upon a Mattress. Reed had a great sense of humor, Sarah remembers. “He’s still the most honest yet kindest person I’ve met,” she says.

Soon, their mothers became friends, too, and the two teens would pair up for family weddings. Then she went to college and married and he moved away; yet they stayed in touch through mutual friends and their moms, catching up in person when he returned to his hometown.

Seventeen years after they first met, by which time Sarah was divorced, the two discussed taking their friendship to the next level and soon

married. “It was a big decision to commit, because we knew so much about each other,” she says. “But we prefer each other’s company, and it was the best thing we ever did.”

Safety Net In trying times, friends can surround us with positive energy, says Madisyn Taylor, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the spiritual blog DailyOm, in Ashland, Oregon. “The people we love form a protective barrier that buffers and shields us from many of the world’s more crippling blows,” including receiving hurtful slights from others.

How we make friends has been altered by today’s social landscape, which includes working parents and Amber Alerts. The days of children freely roaming their neighborhood discovering friends to play with are, unfortunately, over, says Jennifer S. White, a Toledo, Ohio, blogger and author of The Art of Parenting: Love Letters from a Mother.

“My long-term friendships from childhood were all built around being neighbors and playing together just because we wanted to,” recalls White. With today’s safety concerns and work-life challenges, parents now set up playdates, a more structured, less organic way of fostering childhood friendships, and they must be proactive to ensure success.

White has some misgivings about this modern-day approach. “When I think about that one little gleaming seed of truth at the heart of why, it’s often because I don’t think it’s fair that I have to be a popular ‘playdate mom’ for my kid to have some friends.”

Besties and Buddies Automatic playdates—with siblings— often enhance family ties through lifelong friendships. Sally Ekus is a culinary talent representative in Florence, Massachusetts. Her younger sister, Amelia, is the general manager of Twitter Cafe, in New York City, and lives in Brooklyn. Both foodies have

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knife-and-fork tattoos. Sally is more into meal ingredients and preparation, while Amelia loves pouring wine and making sure everyone is comfortable.

“Together,” says Sally, “we create total hospitality, from lavish Passover seders to Friday nights with friends.”

She notes that her sister is the only other person who understands what the world looks like through the Ekus girls’ perspective.

Some adults might never meet face-to-face, but become friends via social media. American Jamie Schler, co-owner of the Hotel Diderot, in Chinon, France, with her native-born husband, says, “Social media [especially Facebook posts] is how I meet and make personal friends and keep in touch on a daily basis. As an expat, this is important because I often feel far from family and friends that understand me, share common interests and ideas and speak the same language—and I don’t necessarily mean English.” Her high-tech circle ranges from hometown pals to new friends in the food community and political forums. She raves, “It’s a place where I find them all at the same time!”

Nelson remarks, “No one is saying Facebook should replace visits, nights out and phone calls, but in a world where most of us wish we felt closer to a few more people, it doesn’t hurt to use every tool at our disposal

for creating connections.”

Differences in age needn’t be a hurdle in forging friendships. Candelaria Silva-Collins, an arts marketing professional in Boston, attended area social gatherings where she regularly encountered a museum director and his wife. “They seemed like a fantastic couple,” she says, and began a friendship with the older woman, despite their being from different generations.

“My friend teaches me a lot about being vital and vibrant,” she says.

Expanding Circles

Becoming friends with people of different ages, languages and social standing gives us a spiritual workout, advises Nelson. With a master’s degree in divinity, Nelson views friendship as a type of health club in which we develop our empathy, forgiveness and compassion muscles through practice. “Friendships are the way we become better people,” she says.

Furthermore, the process, especially with people unlike us, leads to a better world. “Being able to inherently care for people we know makes it easier to do the same for people we’ve not met yet,” says Nelson. World peace happens one friend at a time.

Freelance writer Judith Fertig also blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle. blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

How to Make Good Friends

by Shasta Nelson

Three Necessary Ingredients

Both friendship and romantic bonds are developed when three things occur: We feel satisfied, which happens when an interaction has more positivity than negativity. We feel safe, which comes when we commit to consistent time with each other.

We feel seen, which we experience when we practice revealing ourselves and expressing vulnerability.

Here’s a formula for creating meaningful connections: Positivity + Consistency + Vulnerability = Frientimacy.

Two Steps

It usually takes most people six to eight interactions with someone new before they start feeling like friends.

The sooner they schedule such occasions, the sooner the rewards. c Be open to making new friends. c Make the first move; repeat.

One Ratio

To keep a friendship going, remember that it has to have a positivityto-negativity ratio of at least five-toone. That means sharing five times more fun and feel-good moments than stressors that can range from disappointments and frustrations to jealousies. By definition, to be and keep a good friend requires that both parties bring satisfying positivity to the relationship.

Source: Adapted from Frientimacy: How to Deepen Friendships for Lifelong Intimacy by Shasta Nelson; scheduled for release in March.

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DEEP LISTENING Our Wholehearted Attention Is Our Greatest Gift

by Kay Lindahl

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erhaps one of the most precious and powerful gifts we give another person is to really listen to them with quiet, fascinated attention and our whole being; fully present. Deep listening occurs at the heart level, and we must ask ourselves how often we listen to each other so completely. Such listening is a creative force. We expand, ideas come to life and grow and we remember who we are. It brings forth our inner spirit, intelligence, or true self, and opens up the space for us to thrive.

Sometimes we have to do a lot of listening before another’s inner being feels replenished. Some people just need to talk and go on and on, usually in a superficial, nervous manner.

This often happens because they have not been truly listened to. Patience is required to be a listening presence for such a person long enough that they get to their center point of tranquility and peace. The results of such listening are extraordinary. Some would call them miracles.

Listening well takes time, skill and a readiness to slow down to afford

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time for reflection and to let go of expectations, judgments, boredom, selfassertiveness and defensiveness. When two people listen deeply to one another, we sense that we are present not only to each other, but also to something beyond our individual selves; something spiritual, holy or sacred.

Once we experience the depth of being listened to like this, we naturally begin to listen to be present with another. We notice what occurs when we interrupt someone and when we don’t. We watch what unfolds when another stops speaking and we ask, “Is there anything else?”

Listening is an art that calls for practice. Imagine if we all spent just a few minutes each day choosing to practice the art of listening; of being fully present with the person we are with.

Being truly listened to and understood yields a sigh of contentment and joy.

Kay Lindahl, of Long Beach, CA, is the author of The Sacred Art of Listening, from which this was adapted with permission from SkyLight Paths Publishing.

Effective Listening Practices

by Kay Lindahl Pay attention to the environment. Stop other activities to listen. Clear your desk. Turn off background noise or move to a quiet corner.

Be present. Listen with an open, appreciative and curious mind rather than evaluating what’s being said. Put your own agenda aside.

Stop talking. One person speaks at a time without interruption.

Listen for understanding. No one is required to agree with or believe what they hear. Let empathy and compassion take the lead; put yourself in their shoes.

Ask for clarification. It can help a listener understand what’s being expressed.

Pause before speaking. Allow the speaker to complete their thought, and then wait a few seconds before responding. Also ask, “Is there anything else?” There almost always is.

Listen to yourself. Inquire of your inner voice, “What wants to be expressed next?”

Signal that they’ve been heard. Encouraging body language includes empathetic facial expressions, nodding and sympathetic postures.

Adapted from The Top Ten Powerful Listening Practices on the author’s website SacredListening.com.

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The Truth About Arthritis

by Dr. Paul Stallone

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rthritis is a term we hear about almost daily. This term is used for any condition affecting joints and surrounding tissue. We hear about it on many pharmaceutical commercials promising relief. When grandma has difficulty walking up the

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stairs, we hear her say it’s because of her arthritis. While we expect and sometimes ignore these encounters with arthritis, there’s actually more to this symptom and its treatment. Many of us will accept the pain and stiffness as part of the aging process, however,

with more than 100 different types of arthritis, almost anyone in any age bracket can be affected.

With the numerous types of arthritis, only two are well known: osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Both can cause intense joint pain, but they are each caused by different factors. OA generally develops in the knees, hips and hand joints that are chronically overused.

Severe cases are usually presented in patients who’ve performed a repeated task over many years like with sports or certain hobbies. People that have a long history of being overweight are at greater risk for developing severe OA and could be diagnosed at a younger age. Regardless of the cause, the cartilage that separates the end of the bones eventually wears away.

Without this support, the bones rub together, causing pain, inflammation and even bone spurs. Many will ignore the warning signs and continue with their lives, creating more damage in the process. Most conventional treatments involve pain relievers and/or anti-inflammatory treatment to silence the pain, allowing us to continue to cause more damage. Eventually, a joint replacement may be recommended, as the pain and total integrity of the joint may be completely compromised.

Even though they both affect

pain relief, these treatments actually address the joint damage. Permanent pain relief is accomplished by strengthening and tightening ligaments and tendons. Restoring the joint’s overall stability is a permanent solution, not a Band-Aid approach.

Almost anyone with joint pain is a candidate for these treatments. In place of prescription medication, natural supplements can help arthritis sufferers systemically. A customized supplement plan can eliminate pain and inflammation, and for those

with RA, can address an overexcited immune system. It all starts with just one consultation with an experienced naturopathic physician.

Paul Stallone, NMD, founded the Arizona Integrative Medical Center, located at 8144 E. Cactus Rd., Ste. 820, in Scottsdale. He combines natural/alternative/conventional treatments to best fit and benefit each individual patient’s needs. For more information, call 480-214-3922 or visit DrStallone. com. See ad on inside front cover.

joints, an autoimmune inflammatory disease is responsible for causing RA. Basically, our immune system attacks the joints, eventually destroying the supportive tissue. More than one joint can be affected simultaneously.

The chronic inflammation can create swelling, pain, deformations and stiffness, and reduce movement and functionality of the joint. As with any autoimmune disease, RA can develop in any age group for no apparent reason, and the severity can vary dramatically.

Some will have the mildest of symptoms for decades with the disease never progressing. Conventional treatment can be invasive and aggressive.

Many will be prescribed an immune suppressant. This course of treatment will suppress the immune system so that it no longer attacks healthy tissue, but with a weakened immune system, you’re at greater risk for infections and other serious complications like cancer. Though very rare, some RA sufferers even undergo amputations.

Western medicine usually consists of symptom management while the disease is allowed to advance. The handling of arthritis is no exception.

However, arthritis treatment with a naturopathic physician is completely different. Alternative medicine does involve treating symptoms like pain, but more importantly, the root cause of the disease is thoroughly addressed.

Even as complicated as RA may seem, alternative options are available without the extreme side effects that accompany pharmaceuticals.

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Alyssa Milano’s Anti-Aging Secrets Her Natural Lifestyle Choices Keep Her Young

What role does nature play in your daily life?

by Gerry Strauss

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lyssa Milano has grown up, and most of us have grown up with her. From her days as preteen tomboy Samantha Miceli on Who’s the Boss? to witchy woman Phoebe Halliwell on Charmed, the actress has been a vibrant, relatable and beautiful persona we’ve come to know via television. She was even named a UNICEF ambassador in 2004. Today, with a young family, her Touch licensed sports apparel line, and the wisdom that accompanies adulthood, her commitment to a natural, eco-friendly lifestyle has become another hallmark of her life.

What connection do you see between eating organic foods and maintaining the energy level that your busy

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active and athletic. Tony would bring in a tap dance teacher and Judith a private trainer during lunch breaks.

Being tutored on the set, I had no physical education classes or sports activities, so it was super-important for me to see how self-motivated they were to stay fit and in shape. Their example instilled a desire to take care of myself as an adult.

life requires?

I think everything that you put into your body has a connection to how well we function in daily life.

As a mom of two, eating organic is a priority; when organic is not an option, it’s about finding the healthiest accessible choices.

I eat tomatoes like other people eat fruit and love papaya.

I would put avocado on anything. I also like to cook with healthful herbs and spices like garlic and onions, which is natural for an Italian like me.

We keep genetically modified foods out of our house.

Which fitness habits embodied by others have you made your own?

In my Who’s the Boss? days, Tony Danza and Judith Light were always

I love being outside in my organic garden three or more times a week.

Also, the kids and I regularly head outside, which is an easy place to keep them happily and healthfully occupied without my having to jump through hoops.

As an advocate of breastfeeding, which benefits do you think are especially good for mother and child?

In the beginning, a primary benefit is giving your child quality nourishment, including healthy antibodies and other goodies to support health. As they start eating solids, it’s still about maintaining that intimate connection until they’re ready to be weaned and you’re ready to surrender this last physical bond.

How do you balance family life with your acting career?

It’s a hard balance for anyone, especially one who’s detail-oriented and a bit of a perfectionist, like me. The most important thing is to be in the moment, doing the best I can every day. I’ve also learned to be kind to

myself when I’m failing to do so or something is annoying me due to some unfortunate imbalance.

How do you and your husband keep both your friendship and love vibrant?

We work hard at maintaining a good and healthy marriage, which can be tested in tough times. I believe that it’s vital to have the ability to laugh; you have to find humor in things, reminding yourself and each other that there is something funny in every daily activity, no matter how mundane or hard. When there’s no time to eat together or be intimate, shared laughter is an easy thing to achieve together. Done daily, it can only make the marriage stronger.

We enjoy date nights once or twice a week when my parents take care of the kids. I’ll put on mascara and change out of yoga pants, even if we’re just hanging out together.

Then we do little things like asking how each other’s day went and caring about the answer. We also look for ways we can help each other throughout the week.

What actions does your family emphasize in being stewards of the Earth?

We try to be as eco-friendly as possible, including having lights on timers, conserving water and being kind to animals. I cannot stress how important it is to visit a farm and organic gardens and orchards with children so that they see where their food comes from.

We can’t take good food for granted.

In addition to a naturally healthy lifestyle, what else do you credit for your enduring youthfulness?

My secret is happiness. I’ve always said that as long as my laugh lines are deeper than my frown lines, I’m living a good life.

Gerry Strauss is a freelance writer in Hamilton, NJ. Connect at GerryStrauss@aol.com. natural awakenings

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Bird-Watching for Beginners Start with a Bird Feeder and Binoculars

by Sandra Murphy

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or those that love animals but can’t provide a home to a domestic pet, wild birds are just outside the window. Between 50 and 60 million Americans list birdwatching as a hobby. To start, all we need is a bird feeder.

For safety and comfort, position feeders near a tree or bush at least 15 feet from windows. Scott Logan, an Audubon Society board member in Sherman Oaks, California, cautions, “Birds stay alert for predators. An unmarked window looks like an escape route. They won’t see the glass.”

Products like Window Alert, a decal that reflects ultraviolet rays birds see but humans don’t, can prevent a crash.

A book on local birds will describe the best food to attract them, whether residents or just passing through. Bluebirds love mealworms.

Hummingbirds like floral nectars and orioles prefer citrus flavors. Cardinals and jays dine on sunflower seeds.

Always provide unseasoned, unsalted seeds. In cold weather, also remember to hang homemade suet combining one part organic regular fat peanut butter with five parts organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) corn meal. Pour fresh water in the birdbath daily, change hummingbird

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nectar every three days and discard moldy seeds and old suet.

Feeding year-round doesn’t interfere with migration, according to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, in Ithaca, New York. Migration, nest building, feeding a new family and staying warm in colder weather require substantial calories. “American goldfinches are social and will stay to eat,” adds Logan. “Blue jays and titmouses are ‘grab-and-go’ birds.”

Join in the Fun

In Arlington, Texas, Cathy Stein, owner of EclecticDesignChoices.com, will participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count this year from February 12 to 15 (Audubon.org/content/aboutgreat-backyard-bird-count). “One easy resource for identifying birds is Merlin, the free app from Cornell Lab,” says Stein. “Take the bird’s picture, which is helpful in identifying details that can be overlooked or forgotten otherwise.” Merlin works like facial recognition for birds, comparing eyes, beaks and tails to species in its database by location (Merlin.

AllAboutBirds.org). Audubon’s free app includes birdcalls (Tinyurl.com/ AudubonFreeBirdApp).

Jon Weber-Hahnsberg, a 12-yearold volunteer at the Dallas Zoo, and

his seven-member team won last year’s statewide birding competition hosted by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department by identifying 72 species in 12 hours. “Now I’m hooked,” he says. “Outside the city, there are snowy egrets, waterfowl, hawks and owls to see.”

National wildlife refuges managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are suitable birding sites for both novices and pros. Here are some tips for beginners.

Focus on big, easy-to-see birds.

Sandhill crane tours are a hit in Mississippi and other Gulf Coast states (fws.gov/refuge/Mississippi_ Sandhill_Crane).

Concentrate on birds that travel in flocks. Common redhead ducks migrate in great numbers to the Texas coast each winter (Tinyurl.com/ LagunaAtascosaBirdlife).

Look for standouts, birds with

I think the most important quality in a birdwatcher is a willingness to stand quietly and see what comes. Some people are very competitive in their birding. Maybe they’ll die happy, having seen a thousand species… but I’ll die happy knowing I’ve spent all that quiet time being present. ~Lynn Thomson, Birding with Yeats: A Memoir

characteristics that capture the imagination, like the speed of a peregrine falcon, large wingspan of a California condor or unusual color of Florida’s roseate spoonbills. (Visit fws.gov/refuge/Cape_Meares and fws.gov/refuge/ JN_Ding_Darling.)

In Maine, see puffins at the only colony that allows visitors to go ashore for a close-up look (MaineBirdingTrail.com/MachiasSealIsland.htm).

Not a refuge, ownership of the island has been disputed for two centuries.

Incredible Hobby

“Keeping a life list of birds you’ve seen, when and where, is not only fun,” says Nate Swick, author of the recent Birding for the Curious, in Greensboro, North Carolina. “It brings back memories of a time and place. Birding takes you places you wouldn’t think of. I’ve bird-watched in local landfills, as well as in India and Central America.” A particularly impressive sight was a shearwater, found 30 to 40 miles into the Atlantic Ocean off the North Carolina coast, a species that only comes to land during breeding season.

“Each bird has an incredible story,” he says. “Migrating birds that arrive exhausted and hungry after flying hundreds of miles will often look for local birds like chickadees that act as the welcome wagon, showing where food, water and a safe rest area can be found.”

Erika Zar, a catalog copywriter in Madison, Wisconsin, happened upon the nearby Horicon Marsh Bird Festival (HoriconMarshBirdClub.com/ for-visitors). “Everyone seemed so meditative, hiking in quiet groups. It was peaceful,” she says. “Listing the birds they saw on checklists was like a scavenger hunt for adults.”

Zar immediately bought binoculars, but soon traded them for a better pair. “Bird-watching opened my eyes to a new world right in front of me,” she says joyfully. “I’d just never looked or listened closely enough before.”

Going to the Birds

by Sandra Murphy

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hris Santella, author of Fifty Places to Go Birding Before You Die, offers these top sighting spots. n Pointe Reyes National Seashore, California, is on a migration route between Alaska and Mexico and renowned as a resting spot for upwards of 500 species. n Tucson, Arizona, welcomes hummingbirds and exotics like the brilliantly plumed elegant trogon from the tropics. n High Island and Galveston, Texas, are the first stop for birds crossing the Gulf of Mexico. n Cape May, New Jersey, hosts shorebirds year round plus it’s en route to Canada. n Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, in Chatham, Massachusetts, yields sightings of shorebirds such as plover, sandpipers and terns. n Prairie Pothole Region stretching from Iowa to Minnesota, Montana and the Dakotas is especially good for watching waterfowl. n Cleveland, Ohio, near Lake Erie, celebrates hundreds of species flying to Canada in May. “It’s great for anybody with a life list,” says Santella. “You can add scores of species to your list in one day.”

In the fall, raptors migrate and Birds AndBlooms.com lists some of the best spots to watch hawks.

n Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, in Kempton, Pennsylvania n Golden Gate Raptor Observatory, in Sausalito, California n Hazel Bazemore County Park, in Corpus Christi, Texas n Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory, in Duluth, Minnesota n Florida Keys Hawkwatch, Curry Hammock State Park, in Marathon, Florida n Cape May Hawk Watch, Cape May Point State Park, in New Jersey.

As rivers freeze over, eagles migrate south to follow the food supply, often near dams where fish gather.

During the spring thaw, they return north to nest. Prime Wisconsin eagle watching sites include Lake Pepin, Necedah Wildlife Refuge, La Crosse, Prairie du Sac refuge, Sauk City and Wyalusing State Park. Alton, Illinois, is also along the Mississippi Flyway for eagles. Florida eagles tend to stay year-round.

Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com. natural awakenings

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Health Shortcuts and the Path Less Traveled

by Dr. Harlan Sparer

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eople like to say, “Let me do this for you real quick.” There seems to be an obsession with speed, as opposed to efficiency. This is especially the case when it comes to health. Fast food is fat food, leading to a state of disease, and the cookiecutter approach affects every aspect of our life in a bad way.

There is a much-posted Facebook meme that shows a seemingly simple and quick solution to the pesticides present in fruits and vegetables. According to the posts, there is no need to purchase organic produce. Simple immersion in vinegar and water for 10 minutes will solve the pesticide problem, rendering the produce “clean”.

A minimal knowledge of high school biochemistry and botany demonstrates that the produce absorbs the pesticides with each successive spraying during its growth, thus inundating

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the entire plant with the pesticide. Once this has occurred, the only treatment rendering the pesticides harmless is incineration.

The “quick solution” deficiency is a common thread throughout life lately. Sadly, this meme encourages people to continue to consume pesticide-laden food which has been clearly demonstrated to cause disease, creating the need for more health care.

Health care is commonly delivered in limited fashion by generalists in a great hurry or by an increasing number of specialists with a narrower focus that rarely communicate with each other when treating a case. The typical scenario demonstrates narrow time limits that are imposed by the doctor for both face-to-face time, as well as careful analysis. It’s like the famous Saturday Night Live routine with the diner that only serves cheeseburgers. “…turnover, we got to have turnover,”

they say. “Cheeburger?” We don’t want a cheeseburger for breakfast.

Insurance auditors are eroding away quality health care for all of those willing to accept increasingly minimal standards in the name of someone else’s bottom line. There is essentially one solution to this quandary. Find a gifted health care provider, regardless of insurance coverage. Most of the good ones maintain a cash practice so they don’t have to treat patients by asking permission from an auditor first.

It appears more expensive to have quality rather than the cookie cutter, but actually, it is far more expensive to save money on one’s body and wellbeing. There is a Yiddish term for this, “kishkeh gelt.” It literally translates as gut money. The term is slang for when people save money on their bodies only to pay later with decreased and limited quality of life, pain, disease and early death. We must take care of our body, because replacement parts are rare and of inferior quality.

Dr. Harlan Sparer is a DNFT chiropractor practicing in Tempe. He can be reached at 480-245-7894 or DrHarlan@ TempeNonForce.com. For more information, visit TempeNonForce.com or YouTube.com/ user/drharlan11. See ad on page 16.

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YOUR MOUTH TELLS A STORY Functional Dentistry Connects Oral Health to Sleep Apnea and Heart Disease

by Linda Sechrist

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he focus of functional medicine—whole person health care—easily expands to include dentists trained in oral systemic health. Currently embraced by a small percentage of today’s farsighted dentists and doctors, this relatively new field of prevention and wellness views the mouth as a key portal when considering the status of the whole body.

Similar to the way doctors of Oriental medicine assess the heart’s pulse to help diagnose health issues throughout the body, these systemic health dentists consider the gums, tongue, teeth and throat to be key signals of overall health.

American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH) Executive Director Bobbie Delsasso was a periodontal hygienist for more than 30 years before becoming a consultant and public speaker on the larger perspective. “I taught patients about the importance of good nutrition and alerted them to consult their physician regarding what their mouth health might indicate about their body’s health,” she says. While the academy educates dental professionals to understand the internal workings of nutrition and what the mouth reveals about overall well-being, “Less than 6 percent of physicians even learn adequate basics of nutrition in medical schools,” she notes.

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Cardiovascular Health Links

Beyond nutrition, academy curricula for dentists now include such titles as Arteriology and Vascular Inflammation – The Oral/Systemic Connection, based on a course designed for medical professionals by physician Bradley Bale and Amy Doneen, an advanced registered nurse practitioner, co-founders of the Bale/ Doneen Method for the prevention of heart attack, stroke and diabetes. Mike Milligan, a doctor of dental medicine, founder of Eastland Dental Center, in Bloomington, Illinois, and AAOSH president, explains that heart attack and stroke are triggered by an inflammatory process which can be initiated or exacerbated by periodontal disease and abscessed teeth.

Thomas Nabors, a doctor of dental surgery and an authority in molecular analysis and genetic risk assessment for periodontal diseases, provides clinical proof that supports the growing association between medicine and dentistry. “Since our inaugural AAOSH conference [in 2010], Bradley, Amy and Tom have continued to provide the current science and clinical backdrop to the oral/systemic connection to cardiovascular wellness,” says Milligan.

Other vital advances in oral systemic health involve treating airway concerns such as snoring and sleep apnea. “Snoring is typically caused by muscles and tissues relaxing in the throat and mouth, resulting in decreased space in the airway passage and vibration of tissues.

Eventually, individuals can develop sleep apnea, which can also result in hypertension and other problems,” advises Milligan.

In sleep apnea, the sleeper’s breathing pauses often or produces hypopnea, slowed or shallow breathing for 10 or more seconds at a time.

Fewer than five episodes per hour is normal, with five to 15 considered mild apnea, 15 to 30 moderate and more than 30 severe.

Although 20 percent of Americans may have sleep apnea—typically associated with insomnia, tiredness and less oxygen in the body—95 percent of affected individuals go undiagnosed. To help, Milligan suggests that before going to bed we lower the thermostat in the bedroom and avoid drinking alcohol, smoking, watching television or working on a computer.

Improved breathing helps assuage snoring, sleep apnea, asthma, hay

fever and nasal congestion. Milligan cites Patrick McKeown’s work, explained in his book The Oxygen Advantage. An authority on the Buteyko Breathing Method, McKeown explains how improved breathing dramatically improves oxygenation, releases more energy and supports lifelong health and well-being.

Muscle retraining using orofacial myofunctional therapy can help prevent sleep apnea and also abate temporomandibular joint disorders.

This new field is concerned with orofacial functional patterns and postures when teeth are apart, their status 95 percent of each day and night. It also retrains muscles to keep the tongue at the roof of the mouth and the lips together to prevent breathing through the mouth, correct swallowing function and eliminate poor oral habits such as thumb sucking.

Three mechanical treatments for sleep apnea include mandibular advancement oral devices used to move the lower jaw forward, a continuous positive airway pressure machine to aid airway functioning, or surgery, which is the last resort. “The real opportunity for catching and preventing this is with children 5 to 10 years old, when their jaws are developing,” says Milligan.

He further cites links discovered between the mouth and brain. “Oral spirochetes, which normally live in the mouth, have been found in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. Dr. Judith Miklossy, from the International Association for Alzheimer’s, spoke at an AAOSH conference about the link between oral bacteria and dementia, and Garth Ehrlich, Ph.D., professor of microbiology, immunology and otolaryngology at Drexel University College of Medicine, addressed rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of cancers.

All of these links are more than enough reasons why good oral hygiene is essential to good health,” says Milligan.

Local Resources Lisa M. Butler, DMD Jason Jones, DMD

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A Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach to the Common Cold

by Dr. James Moore

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t seems that no matter how often we experience the familiar symptoms of sore throat, chills, upper respiratory congestion, headache, neck and shoulder stiffness and possibly fever, we are still often under-prepared and in a quandary as to what is the best treatment.

Considering that not everyone

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exposed to common cold pathogens catches a cold, the deeper cause must exist at the level of our immune system, which can be either fundamentally deficient or overly stressed. The general maintenance of the immune system, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is controlled in part by two defined energetic organ systems. Lung qi, is responsible for the body’s ability to fight off an external attack by a pathogen; in TCM called wind-heat, or wind-cold, etc., and in modern scientific terms called virus or bacteria.

The san jiao, or triple warmer, coordinates the functions of all the internal organ processes, which can get out of balance as a result of the consumption of overly refined foods, lack of sleep, emotional stress, lack of exercise and exposure to damp

or cold. Other factors to consider are rapid changes in the weather, genetic constitution or living and sleeping in overly heated homes with a lack of proper ventilation. This type of person may catch a cold easily that is caused by a weakness of the wei qi, or protective qi of the lung.

The primary objective is prevention. Careful attention to lifestyle considerations is paramount. A doctor of Oriental medicine would utilize specific acupuncture points and herbs to strengthen certain aspects of the immune system that are deficient. For example, a person with weak protective qi could take a combination of astragalus root, white atractylodes root and siler root; this is a classic Chinese formula that has been used for thousands of years for this purpose. To this, a Chinese herbalist might add another 10 herbs in order to individualize the formula on a case-by-case basis.

Some possibilities include reishi mushroom, Siberian ginseng, cordyceps or schizandra berry. Traditionally, about 100 grams of these raw, dried herbs are simmered covered in a quart of water for an hour. The beverage is strained and the tea consumed daily.

Tinctures and extracted herb powders are frequently used for convenience.

There are several steps to take at

the first signs of common cold. First, eat a light, bland diet. Second, don’t overexert the body; mild exercise and a little fresh air are helpful. Third, induce sweating, except in cases of high fever over 101 degrees F or when already sweating. Make a strong cup of peppermint tea or use fresh ginger, yarrow, elder or lemon balm. While the tea is steeping, draw a hot bath adding salts, oils such as eucalyptus and tea tree, seaweed and a sack of herbs that includes Echinacea or dried honeysuckle.

Relax in the tub, immersing as much of the body as possible for 20 to 25 minutes while sipping the tea.

Next, dry off and wrap in dry, cotton sheets until well-insulated. Sweat like this for 10 to 15 minutes, dry off, put on fresh clothes and get plenty of rest.

Fourth, begin herbal therapy.

Honeysuckle antimicrobial complex is a stronger variation of the Chinese classic Yin Qiao San for early stage symptoms of chilled feeling, scratchy sore throat and possibly fever, sweats, sneezing, clear runny nasal discharge, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, achy muscles, stiff neck, headache or fatigue. This is similar to the Airborne over-the-counter product. Thirty drops of Echinacea tincture every three hours or so works well with this regimen, as do propolis, golden seal, oil of oregano, olive leaf extract, probiotics and micronized silver. Remember it is important to start the therapy at the first symptoms of a cold, such as a tickle in the throat or a sneeze or sniffle.

There is a wealth of practical lifestyle and herbal wisdom to draw upon from many cultures. Once established, a cold might have to simply run its course. Even then, its duration and severity can be reduced considerably by following the proper therapeutic guidelines.

James Moore is a doctor of Oriental Medicine at Synergistic Therapies, in Phoenix. For more information, phone 602-923-6310 or visit HerbalConsults.com.

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Ancient Grains for Modern Palates Gluten-Free and Eco-Friendly Grains Gain Favor

by Judith Fertig

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ncient grains are making a comeback. Grown since Neolithic times about 10,000 years ago, varieties of barley, corn, millet and rice have helped assuage the hunger of many communities. Today, yellow millet, dark red whole-grain sorghum, brown quinoa and exotic black rice can help alleviate food shortages.

According to Harry Balzer, an expert surveyor of food and diet trends with The NPD Group, concerns about grains and gluten have prompted about a third of Americans to try to cut back on both since 2012. About 1 percent of the population has celiac disease, estimates the Celiac Disease Foundation, but many more prefer not to eat gluten. Many ancient grains are naturally glutenfree, including amaranth, buckwheat, millet, quinoa, rice and teff.

“Some think that a grain-free way of eating is healthier and also better for the planet,” says food writer Maria

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Speck, of Cambridge, Massachusetts, author of Ancient Grains for Modern Meals and Simply Ancient Grains.

“But that may be too simplistic, a characteristic of many diet trends.”

Better for Our Health

Whole grains fill us up and provide fiber, both necessary for maintaining optimum digestion and weight, says Kathleen Barnes, a widely published natural health expert in Brevard, North Carolina.

Eating more whole grains has been previously associated with a lower risk of major diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, based on studies by the University of Minnesota and Lund University, in Sweden. Qi Sun, assistant professor in the Harvard School of Public Health department of nutrition, agrees that whole grains are one of the major healthful foods for prevention of major chronic diseases. He’s the lead author of a new Harvard study of data

associating consumption of whole grains with a 9 percent reduction in overall mortality and up to 15 percent fewer cardiovascular fatalities during two 25-year-long research initiatives that followed 74,000 woman and 43,000 men. The researchers cited substituting whole grains for refined grains and red meat as likely contributors to longer life.

“Whole grains are nutritional powerhouses, packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, beneficial fiber and even some protein,” observes Speck. With a German father and a Greek mother, she grew up in two cultures where grains are a part of everyday meals. “We eat them because they taste good.”

Better for Local Farmers

Sourcing and eating more organic and GMO-free whole grains (absent modified genetics) can help support local farmers, Speck maintains. Choose barley from Four Star Farms, in Massachusetts; heirloom grits from Anson Mills, in South Carolina; quinoa from White Mountain Farm, in Colorado; or heirloom Japanese rice from Koda Farms, in California.

Better for the Planet

Ancient grains require fewer natural resources to plant, grow and harvest.

According to the Water Footprint Network, a pound of beef, millet and rice require 1,851, 568 and 300 gallons of water, respectively, to produce.

Substituting grains in diets is a sustainable alternative to meat, and they grow on grasslands that now inefficiently support livestock. According to University of Cambridge Professor of Engineering David MacKay, it takes about 25 times more energy to produce one calorie of beef than one calorie of natural grain.

Ancient grains can add variety and flavor to meals and a wealth of them are as close as the gluten-free aisle of a neighborhood grocery or health food store.

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Favorite Ancient Grains

Cooking with Ancient Grains saucepan over medium heat. Swirl in the oil and wait until it shimmers.

Add the onion and ¼ tsp of the salt.

Stir occasionally, until the onion just starts to brown at the edges, about 5 minutes.

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Stir in the garlic and the herbs thyme and savory, and then cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely, so as not to burn the pieces.

Amaranth. The seed head of pigweed, amaranth can be baked into a custard or added to a soup.

Grown by the Aztecs, iron- and protein-rich amaranth can be popped raw in a vskillet like popcorn, and then added as garnish to soups and salads.

Buckwheat. The seeds of a plant related to rhubarb and grown in northern climates, buckwheat can be ground into flour for savory French crepes or simmered whole in soup.

Quinoa. Grown at high altitudes, quinoa has become a popular addition to salads or yogurt, as well as its own side dish.

Millet. A tiny, drought-tolerant grain, millet can be added to bread dough for texture or cooked as a healthy breakfast with toasted almonds and cardamom.

Teff. From Ethiopia, the flour of this tiny grain is fermented and used to make the flatbread known as injera. Try a teff waffle with caramelized pineapple.

Source: Adapted from Simply Ancient Grains by Maria Speck.

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t’s best to cook up a batch of ancient grains ahead on the weekend for use during a busy week. To inject more color and flavor, add a pinch of saffron to turn the cooking water golden, or cook the grains in pomegranate juice. Cooked grain keeps in the refrigerator for up to seven days, ready to enhance salads, soups, yogurt or desserts.

Buckwheat and Beet Soup

Stir in the buckwheat groats and cook, stirring occasionally and monitoring, until the grains take on some color, about 2 minutes.

Add the broth (beware of splatter), the remaining ½ tsp salt and the pepper and bring to a boil, scraping the bottom of the pan.

Decrease the heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until the buckwheat is tender, about 15 minutes.

Yields: 4 servings 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1½ cups chopped red onion (1 medium) ¾ tsp fine sea salt 2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves) ¼ tsp dried thyme ¾ tsp dried savory or ½ tsp more dried thyme ¾ cup raw buckwheat groats (not kasha) 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper 2 cups raw shredded beets, preferably red (1 large or 2 small) 1 to 2 tsp honey 1 cup purified water (approximately) 2 tsp sherry vinegar, or more as needed Horseradish Yogurt ¾ cup whole milk or 2% Greek yogurt 3 Tbsp retail horseradish, with liquid ¼ tsp fine sea salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper To make the soup, heat a large heavy

While it simmers, prepare the horseradish yogurt topping: Combine the horseradish, salt and pepper in a small bowl and beat until smooth using a fork. Season with more salt and pepper to taste.

To finish, stir in the beets and 1 tsp of the honey and then add about 1 cup of water to reach a preferred consistency.

Remove the pot from the heat, cover and allow to sit for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Add the vinegar and taste for seasoning. Depending on the beets’ sweetness, maybe add another teaspoon of honey and a bit more vinegar to balance it, and perhaps a tad more salt and pepper.

The seasoning is forgiving because the topping will bring the flavors together.

Ladle the soup into four bowls, garnish with a dollop of the yogurt topping and serve at once.

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Porridge 1 cup half-and-half, plus more as needed 3 Tbsp maple syrup, or more as needed ¾ tsp ground cardamom 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 4 to 6 Tbsp pomegranate seeds, for garnish 3 Tbsp lightly toasted chopped plain pistachios, for garnish

Cardamom-Infused Black Rice Porridge with Blueberries and Pistachios Yields: 4 to 6 servings Black Rice ¾ cup black rice 2 whole green cardamom pods 1½ cups boiling purified water

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Start the rice the night before: Add the rice and cardamom pods to a large, heavy saucepan. Pour over the boiling water, cover and let sit at room temperature or overnight (or chill, covered, for up to 2 days).

The next morning, make the porridge: Add 1 cup of half-and-half, the maple syrup and ground cardamom to the saucepan with the rice, cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Uncover, decrease the heat to retain a lively simmer, and cook, stirring once occasionally, until the rice is tender with a slight chew, 5 to 7 minutes.

Remove the cardamom pods, if preferred. Add the blueberries and simmer gently until they are warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes more.

To finish, add ¼ to ½ cup more halfand-half to reach a desired consistency. Taste for sweetness and adjust with more maple syrup if needed.

Divide between 4 to 6 breakfast bowls. Top each bowl with 1 tablespoon of pomegranate seeds and 1 teaspoon of chopped pistachios. Serve warm.

Greek Millet Saganaki with Shrimp and Ouzo Millet 1¼ cups purified water ¾ cup millet 1 bay leaf Pinch of fine sea salt Saganaki 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion (1 small) 1 clove garlic, peeled and slightly crushed 1 small hot green chili, minced (optional) ¼ tsp fine sea salt 2 Tbsp tomato paste 1 (28-oz) BPA-free can whole toma- toes, crushed in a bowl ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Meanwhile, make the saganaki. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the onion, garlic, chili and salt; cook, stirring frequently, until the onion softens and turns light golden, about 5 minutes.

Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, until it darkens, about 1 minute.

Add the tomatoes with their juices and the pepper; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Decrease the heat to maintain a light boil and cook, uncovered, for 3 minutes.

To prepare the shrimp (or tofu), season them with salt and pepper.

Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat until it shimmers.

Add the shrimp. Cook, undisturbed, until the shrimp or tofu pieces turn golden, 1 to 2 minutes, and then flip them with a spatula and cook until the shrimp are just opaque throughout or the tofu has warmed through, 1 to 2 more minutes, depending on the size.

Add the ouzo and cook until it’s syrupy, about 30 seconds. Using a spatula, briskly remove the shrimp from the pan and arrange on top of the millet.

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Stir in the millet and green olives.

½ cup green pimiento-stuffed olives, halved if large 4 oz coarsely crumbled Greek feta cheese (about 1 cup), preferably made from sheep’s milk Shrimp 1 lb jumbo shell-on shrimp from a reputable fishmonger, deveined and patted dry (or substitute firm tofu, cut into bite-sized pieces) Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 /3 cup ouzo or other aniseflavored liqueur ¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley To prepare the millet, bring the water, millet, bay leaf, and salt to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan.

Decrease the heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

Remove from the heat and let sit covered for 5 to 10 minutes. Uncover, remove the bay leaf and set aside to cool.

Taste for salt and pepper and adjust (keeping in mind that olives and feta cheese are typically salty).

Remove the pot from the heat, sprinkle with the feta and cover to allow the cheese to soften.

Sprinkle with the parsley and serve at once.

All recipes adapted from Simply Ancient Grains or Ancient Grains for Modern Meals, by Maria Speck, courtesy of Ten Speed Press.

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NaturalAz.com Click “Calendar” MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1 International Association for Near Death Studies – 7pm. Presenter Rev. Terri Daniels, a hospice and hospital chaplain, interfaith minister and author of Grief Street and Embracing Death, shares from her experience communicating with her son who died at age 16. $10. Unity of Mesa Sanctuary, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-8922700. UnityOfMesa.org.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Double Gong Healing – 7-8:30pm. Revitalize and strengthen your nervous system by relaxing to the sound of two gongs. Experience the play of Shiva and Shakti energies with the husband and wife teaching team of Sangeet Kaur and Hari Nam Singh. Yoga Phoenix, 2308 N Richland, Phoenix.

602-271-4480. YogaPhoenix.com.

Green Drinks – 5:30-7:30pm. Monthly networking event for The Green Chamber. Free to members, $10 non. Visit website for location.

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3 Gong Meditation – 7pm. Experience deep relaxation and meditation through the power of the gong. With Gretchen Bickert. $10-20 donation.

Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

Group Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. If you are new to meditation or have been meditating for years this is the class for you. Some topics may include relaxation, health and wellness, breathing, and loving kindness. With Lida Korolyshyn $10.

B~Well Center of Scottsdale, 4300 N Miller Rd, Ste 214, Scottsdale. 602-384-1745. b-wellcenterofscottsdale.com.

Guided Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Tune into yourself. Raffle proceeds and love donations shared with LaFrontera Arizona EMPACT Suicide Prevention Center & Animal Rescue. With Marsha Craven. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988.

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5 Discover Your Gifts and Graces – 6-7:30pm.

Presentation on self-discovery and healing. Free.

Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, 1100 E Apache Blvd, Tempe. Swiha.edu.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Dances of Universal Peace – 7-9pm. Enjoy dancing, singing and celebrating the world’s spiritual traditions while enlivening the heart and awakening the spirit. $10. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480-5938798 or Interfaith-Community.org.

Manifesting and Abundance Class – Feb 6-7. ThetaHealing classes with Suzanne Dann. suzannedann57@gmail.com. SacredHealingLight.com.

Move Your DNA – Feb 6-7. Improve one’s health through practicing the correctives from the book Move Your DNA by biomechanist Katy Bowman.

With Lisa Thorngren. $179. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. RSVP: 602-532-3111.

Reiki I and II – 10am-6pm, Feb 6-7. With Marsha Craven, 5th generation Usui Reiki Master Teacher and 2015 Natural Choice Award winner for Reiki.

Bring Reiki as a healing practice into your life and your enhanced healing powers will always be with you. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988.

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7 iRest Yoga Nidra – 6-7pm. Class begins with gentle movement and moves into a relaxing guided meditation shown to calm the nervous system and help release negative patterns. iRest Yoga Nidra also helps alleviate symptoms of insomnia, PTSD, anxiety and depression. $10. Pre-registration required. Multiplicity Enterprises, 2045 S Vineyard Ave, Ste 139, Mesa. Register: Kim Carter 253549-5342, kim@multiplicityenterprises.com or MultiplicityEnterprises.com.

Open House – Noon-3pm. Are you looking to live more in line with nature? Come to our open house, take the tour and learn from a nature’s wisdom maximalist. 39868 N 26th St, Cave Creek. 623465-5288. Lifeea.com.

Unlocking Your Future – 4:30-6:30pm. Facilitated by John D. Seibert, MSW, we will discuss our “Slide”. Slide is what happens to us that makes us slide back into old patterns. Everyone has their own way they do that and it’s great to identify this and recognize our patterns of our own slide. $30. B~Well Center of Scottsdale, 4300 N Miller Rd, Ste 214, Scottsdale. 602-384-1745. b-wellcenterofscottsdale.com.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Meditations on the Divine Tarot – 7-8:30pm, ongoing class. This class uses the Paul Foster Case Tarot deck of cards to explore and develop a deeper understanding of the symbols, esoteric truths, structure and psychology that surrounds this mystic path to self-awareness. $35 per class.

The Shrine of Holy Wisdom, 5025 S Ash Ave, Ste B-15, Tempe. Register: 480-219-9633 or retablos@cox.net.

Rebirthing: Breath, Vitality and Strength – 7-8:30pm. This continuing series will help you go through the rebirthing process to clean it all out. Yoga Phoenix, 2308 N Richland, Phoenix.

602-271-4480. YogaPhoenix.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Family Ties Class – Feb 10-11. ThetaHealing classes with Suzanne Dann. suzannedann57@ gmail.com. SacredHealingLight.com.

Intro to Raw Vegan Cuisines – 5:15-6:45pm.

Superb olive oils and natural wellness class. Learn from holistic health educators. Samples. $15. The Cave Creek Olive Oil Company, 6201 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek. Register: 623-465-5288.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 The Soul of Humanity Evolves through World Crisis – 7-9pm. Crisis is a prerequisite to spiritual transformation. Presenter William Meader discusses the nature of crisis, both from an individual and global perspective. The present crises facing humanity, though dangerous, are indications that a great transformational opportunity is approaching. The Shrine of Holy Wisdom, 5025 S Ash Ave, Ste B-15, Tempe. Register: 480-219-9633 or retablos@cox.net.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 International Association for Near Death Studies – 7pm. Speaker Erica McKenzie, RN, author of Dying to Fit In, had a life-changing near-death experience after a battle with addiction and body image. $10. Unity of Mesa Sanctuary, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Flexibility? Mobility? What about Stability?

Workshop – 1-2:30pm. Learn the difference between flexibility, mobility and stability. Discover when flexibility is a liability and what you can do about it. Explore the range of motion in your body while working on coordination and control. With Isabelle Barter. $35 ($40 after 2/12). Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. Register: 602-532-3111 or info@kinesphere-studio.com.

Game of Life Class – Feb 13-15. ThetaHealing classes with Suzanne Dann. suzannedann57@ gmail.com. SacredHealingLight.com.

Gong Divas – 7-8:30pm. If you love the sound of gongs and crystal bowls, come see the gong divas, Xanna Marchetti and Monita Baker, who combine shamanic beats, unusual sounds you probably never heard before, and of course the classic sounds of the gongs. $15. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.

Grand Opening – Noon-4pm. Showcasing the diverse, well-cultured practitioners’ skills and services. Raffles, food, overview, med spa services, mindfulness meditation, Reiki, holistic detoxification, more. Free. Orangewood Wellness Center and Integrative Mindfulness Healing, 1480 E Bethany Home Rd, Ste 230, Phoenix. 480-8480679. LatoyaBeverly.com.

Herbal Certification Classes – 9am-1pm, 5 weeks. Learn all the body systems and explain how herbs can heal them. Hands-on learning and product making with recipes included. $555. SW Herb Shop & Gathering Place, 148 N Center, Mesa. 602-920-8973. SWHerb.com.

Herbs for Digestive Health – 11am-1pm. Gas, bloating, hiatal hernia, ulcers, Crohn’s and more.

Hands-on making of a digestive syrup to take home. $65. SW Herb Shop & Gathering Place, 148 N Center, Mesa. 602-920-8973. SWHerb.com.

“I Love Myself Special” DNA Cell(f) Imagery & Communication – Feb 13-15. Take action now to make achieving your life goals totally possible.

Learn to change your DNA to make sure your beliefs are serving you. With Marsha Craven. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

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markyourcalendar Marconics: The Human Upgrade

Level 1 Marconic “No Touch” Practitioner • February 20-21 Level 2 Marconic Recalibration Practitioner • February 22-24 New Awareness Institute • Prescott 617-366-6042 MarconicRecalibration.com Intro to Herbal Healing – 9-11am. Basic introduction using all your senses to recognize quality herbs. Learn how to brew the perfect cup of tea. $65. SW Herb Shop & Gathering Place, 148 N Center, Mesa. 602-920-8973. SWHerb.com.

Reiki Level 1 Certification – 9:30am-6pm. With Sydney Carey. $125. Unity of Mesa Annex Bldg, 2740 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org. Register: 480-840-4487 or reiki. lightaz@gmail.com.

Through the Gates of Vision: Pathworkings Towards Spiritual Unfoldment – 9am-3pm. Understand the value and use of the art of pathworking as a tool for the development of higher understanding. The art of pathworking, or dynamic, creative visualization, is a powerful tool that has been used for centuries for that development of the human mind to project into the inner, subjective worlds, the inner planes. $25. The Shrine of Holy Wisdom, 5025 S Ash Ave, Ste B-15, Tempe. Register: 480219-9633 or retablos@cox.net.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Channeling, Healing and Meditation – 5-7pm.

Experience an evening of consciousness, healing, meditation and teachable moments. With Michael Morelli. Donation. Unity of Mesa Annex Bldg, 2740 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700.

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Community Acupuncture – 1-4pm. With Kat Myers LAc and Shelley O’Dell-Brock Lac. $25.

Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. RSVP: 480-221-7435.

Gong Meditation – 1-2pm. With Teri Wilder. $20.

Unity of Mesa Annex Bldg, 2740 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

Valentine’s Day Raw Chocolate Class – 2-4pm.

Who doesn’t somehow get involved with chocolate on Valentine’s Day? We’ll sample it, make it, and learn about its effect on us. Free. Dr. Harlan Sparer’s Home Office, 5308 S Heather Dr, Tempe.

RSVP required: 480-245-7894.

Willo Home Tour – 10am-4pm. Showcasing homes in one of Phoenix’s oldest and most beautiful historic neighborhoods. $20. 3rd Ave and Holly St, Phoenix. WilloHistoricDistrict.com.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Reflexology Feet – 9am-6pm, Feb 16-17. Learn relaxing and rejuvenating techniques for use with self and others. Lots of practice time. With Barbara

Jenkins. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988.

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Yoga Nidra and Double Gong Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Experience the therapeutic state of Yoga Nidra and gong as well as the awareness of the body and breath, feeling sensations and visualizations. Yoga Phoenix, 2308 N Richland, Phoenix.

602-271-4480. YogaPhoenix.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Gong Meditation and Yoga Nidra – 7-8:30pm.

The goal in all meditative, healing and transformational pursuits is to raise an individual’s vibratory frequency in order to restore the intrinsic state of balance. The gong is the perfect tool to enhance this process. Donation. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Reflexology Hands – 9am-6pm. Learn therapeutic reflexology to care for your hands, yourself and those you touch. Great wellness service for stress relief and relaxation. With Barbara Jenkins. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Trigger Points: Hand and Wrist – 9am-1pm.

Address soft tissue challenges related to hands and wrists by working with trigger points and referral areas to facilitate pain relief and improved functioning. Good for massage therapists, health care and hospice staff, care givers, spa/salon staff and kind people. With Barbara Jenkins. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Cellular Health and Healing Seminar – 10amNoon. For anyone with fatigue, aging skin, pain, stress or who simply wants to look and heal like you did when you were younger. Join with likeminded, health conscious people, practitioners and athletes, to learn about this life advancing technology—Redox Signaling. Free. DC Village Health Club and Spa, 18501 N Thompson Pk Pkwy, Scottsdale. RSVP required: sallytrautner@cox.net.

Free Healing Saturday – 10am-2pm. Free 15-minute energy healing sessions are available on a drop-in basis. This community offering is a great introduction to healing touch. All are welcome, especially those who could not otherwise afford a full session. Multiplicity Enterprises, 2045 S Vineyard Ave, Ste 139, Mesa. Register: Kim Carter 253-549-5342, kim@multiplicityenterprises.com or MultiplicityEnterprises.com.

Full Hour Chakra Gong Healing – 7-8:30pm.

Building prana (life force) and using it to heal and support prosperity on all levels: chakras, physical body, mind and spirit. Clear uneasy thoughts and feelings. Yoga Phoenix, 2308 N Richland, Phoenix. 602-271-4480. YogaPhoenix.com.

Herbal Medicine-Making – 11am-1pm. Learn how to make herbal medicine right in your own kitchen.

Tinctures, capsules and syrups. This is a make-n-take class. $65. SW Herb Shop & Gathering Place, 148 N Center, Mesa. 602-920-8973. SWHerb.com.

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Herbs for the Immune System – 9am-11am.

Learn how to use herbs to enhance the immune system. $65. SW Herb Shop & Gathering Place, 148 N Center, Mesa. 602-920-8973. SWHerb.com.

LifeLine Ignite – Feb 20-21. Learn the LifeLine Technique developed by Dr. Darren Weissman, as well as the art of muscle reflex testing to dialogue with the subconscious mind to transform physical symptoms and stress into infinite possibilities.

12 Ce’s for licensed massage therapists (LMT) NCBTMB. $250. Sedona. thecewizard.com.

Soulmate Class – Feb 20-21. ThetaHealing classes with Suzanne Dann. suzannedann57@ gmail.com. SacredHealingLight.com.

Spirit Night: Holistic Healing and Services – 4-8pm. Light and energy workers offer a wide range of services including Reiki, facials, mediums, drumming, tarot, angel messages and more.

Free admission. Services range from $20 to $30.

Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline #102, Mesa. Heather: heatherposey70@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Maiden/Mother/Crone Workshop – 7-9pm.

There are many ways to explore the changing stages of a woman’s life. One way is to see the cycles of a woman’s life reflected in the three stages of the Triple Goddess: The Maiden, The Mother, and The Crone. Women only. With Karen Johnson. $15.

Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline #102, Mesa. shewalkswithbear@gmail.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Cranial Rhythms – 1-5pm. Experience deep healing from gently engaging the cerebrospinal system. Good for massage therapists, health care and hospice staff, care givers and kind people.

With Barbara Jenkins. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

Universal White Time Healing Certified Level One – A 2.5 day course. Receive a basic understanding of White Time and become connected to the force of White Time for healing. Learn how to do hands-on-healing and distance healing on others and yourself; how to balance the chakras, aura cleansing, light touch healing, accident healing, animal healing and much more. 10% discount when you mention Natural Awakenings. 33998 N 57th Pl, Scottsdale. 480-767-6200. WhiteTimeHealingClasses.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 Death & Dying Seminar – 9am-Noon. With Alex Hermosillo, international healer, author and spiritual teacher; Francisco Sirvent, teacher and presenter in estate planning; and Kara Rosseaux, M.A., volunteer of Compassion & Choices. Gain an enlightening, inspiring and informative perspective on death and dying, as well as tools to deal with grief over the death or loss of someone or something significant. $49. DoubleTree Suites, 320 N 44th St, Phoenix. TheRealDoubleDsofLife. com or 602-327-5103.

Intuitive Saturday Classes – 9am-6pm. Features two separate classes: Intuitive Healing Foundations and Creative Self-Care. With Cay Randall-May. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

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Past Life Regression – 10am-Noon. Join us for a guided group regression session where you will have the opportunity to explore a past life, connect with your spirit guides, and receive messages to enrich your current life. $25. Storm Wisdom, 3375 E Shea Blvd, Ste A-1, Phoenix. Debi McDermot: 602-790-8970.

Pilates Deconstructed – 10am-6pm. For pilates instructors. Learn how to sequence reformer classes by teaching preparatory movement skills that are a microcosm of more complicated exercises. With Trina Altman. $299. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. RSVP: 602-532-3111.

Reduce Neck and Shoulder Pain: Hanna Somatics Workshop – 1-2pm. Address some of our common postural habits that contribute to shoulder and neck pain. Participants will learn useful somatic exercises and breathing techniques to release tension as well as increase the flexibility in the shoulder and neck area. With Ye Zhang.

Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. Register: 602-532-3111 or info@kinesphere-studio.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Move Your Chi…Soothe Your Soul – 1-2:30pm.

Come on a deep adventure, blending bodyrolling, foot fitness, chi gong, live music and a soul soothing Nidra relaxation. With Kat and Matt Myers. $30. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. RSVP: 480-221-7435.

markyourcalendar PHX Vegan Food Festival

Enjoy fresh samplings and meal items from locally sourced and vegan inspired menus, live cooking demos and more.

Saturday, February 27 Noon-5pm • $25 Phoenix Art Museum 100 E McDowell, Phoenix DavissonEntertainment.com Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants – Spend the day with Peter Bigfoot learning the uses of local wild plants while collecting and creating an herb study book of your own. $78. Lost Dutchman State Park. Reevis Mountain School. ReevisMountian.org.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 29 Introduction To Mindfulness – 6:30-8:30pm, start of 8 wk series. Learn mindfulness-based stress reduction from Jennifer Martin, including how to develop and maintain a personal practice and apply it to your daily, moment-by-moment life. $295. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-207-6016. AMindfulnessLifeCenter.com.

Pediatric/Infant Early Bonding – 9am-6:30pm, Feb 29-Mar 2. Comprehensive hands-on continuing education designed for licensed massage therapists, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, doulas, counselors, family support staff, parents, grandparents and those involved in child

markyourcalendar Write Your Best Seller in a Weekend Retreat Join the “book whisperer” Tom Bird as he guides attendees on starting to write their own book in 2016.

March 3-6 • Sedona Mary Stevenson 928-821-6946 TomBird.com care. With Tammy Roecker. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix.

RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

savethedate MARCH 1 Mindfulness Training Level II – 6:30-8:30pm, start of 8 wk series. Deepen your mindfulness practice, both on and off the cushion. Learn to apply the timeless, time-tested teachings of Buddha and the sage Patanjali, two masters on quieting the mind, returning to your original nature, and living a more mindful, joyful and compassionate life. With Steve Price. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-207-6016.

AMindfulnessLifeCenter.com.

Universal White Time Healing Certified Level Two – A 2-day course. In the second level a healer begins to work with creating with the mind. Learn how to create light tubes and put them into a person or room; how to create light walls to clear negative energies and clean a room; how to work with white divine blessings of light; total balancing on others and self; advanced aura cleansing/healing, and more. 10% discount when you mention Natural Awakenings. 33998 N 57th Pl, Scottsdale.

480-767-6200. WhiteTimeHealingClasses.com.

MARCH 2 Guided Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Tune into yourself. Raffle proceeds and love donations shared with LaFrontera Arizona EMPACT Suicide Prevention Center & Animal Rescue. With Marsha Craven.

Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

MARCH 3 Facial Rejuvenation – 9am-6pm. Practice facial lymphatic drainage sequence and acupressure techniques and experience rejuvenating results the wellness way. $110. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

MARCH 4 Body Contouring – 10am-6pm. Exchange body wraps to reduce cellulite, tone your body and lose 4-14”. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988.

How2Heal.com.

Discover Your Gifts and Graces – 6-7:30pm.

Presentation on self-discovery and healing. Free.

Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, 1100 E Apache Blvd, Tempe. Swiha.edu.

MARCH 5 Reiki I and II – 10am-6pm, Mar 5-6. With Marsha Craven, 5th generation Usui Reiki Master Teacher and 2015 Natural Choice Award winner for Reiki. Bring Reiki as a healing practice into your life and your enhanced healing powers will always be with you.

Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

MARCH 6 iRest Yoga Nidra – 6-7pm. Class begins with gentle movement and moves into a relaxing guided meditation shown to calm the nervous system and help release negative patterns. iRest Yoga Nidra also helps alleviate symptoms of insomnia, PTSD, anxiety and depression. $10. Pre-registration required. Multiplicity Enterprises, 2045 S Vineyard Ave, Ste 139, Mesa. Register: Kim Carter 253549-5342, kim@multiplicityenterprises.com or MultiplicityEnterprises.com.

What is Your S.O.U.L. Goal? – If you are seeking clarity of your life purpose; to define that objective that aligns your sense of self, own values, unique talents and life’s passion, then attend this lecture by Susan F. Moody of U-SUCCEED and learn a tangible way to answer that burning question, “Why am I here?”. Scottsdale Psychic Fair, Scottsdale Marriott. U-SUCCEED.com.

Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants – Spend the day with Peter Bigfoot learning the uses of local wild plants while collecting and creating an herb study book of your own. $78. Lost Dutchman State Park. Reevis Mountain School. ReevisMountian.org.

MARCH 10 Chi Nei Tsang Introduction – 9am-6pm, Mar 10-11. Abdominal unwinding with Michelle Giles. Gentle, non-invasive release of physical and emotional blockages. Your digestive tract will love this. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988.

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markyourcalendar Awaken Your Healing Energies Group Healing Event

nication, forensics, creative writing, innovation, resource location and many more applications.

With Cay Randall-May. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

APRIL 8

Alex Hermosillo, international healer, author and teacher, will share holistic and natural approaches for self-nurturing and healing, including a simple, fast and effective technique that anyone can do to assist themselves in releasing stress, anxiety, worries, grief, fear, negative thought patterns and painful life experiences that can create emotional distress and physical illness. Attendees will learn and practice these “basics for healing” to unlock the door to further awaken and embrace one’s own ability for self-healing and well-being.

Saturday, March 19 • 1-3pm $25 in advance / $35 at the door Mustang Library 10101 N 90th St, Scottsdale 480-345-9972 Support@MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com

Oncology Massage Workshop – Apr 8-10. Nationally accredited, cancer center based workshop introduces massage therapists, medical staff and healthcare professionals to the bodywork considerations presented by an oncology clientele. With Jacki Sellers, Institute of Integrative Oncology. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

healings. Energy exercises and meditations are included in the workshop. Arizona Pranic Healing, 4568 E Cactus Rd, Ste M-110, Rm 204, Phoenix.

480-818-3156. azPranicHealing@gmail.com. azPranicHealing.com.

Blossom: A Yoga and Spirit Renewal Retreat – May 19-22. Plan for a little rejuvenation in 2016. Nurture your body, mind and spirit at our Spring yoga retreat in the magical high desert of Santa Fe, NM on a five-star oasis. $2,350. Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado, Santa Fe, NM. Contact: retreats@soulblissyoga.com or 720-2952127. soulblissyoga.com/blossomsantafe2016.

APRIL 1 The Intuitive Pathway (TIP) Intensive – Apr 1-3 part one. For anyone interested in medical intuition, executive intuition, interspecies commu-

APRIL 15 Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants – Apr 15-17.

Peter Bigfoot teaches the uses of local wild plants while collecting and creating an herb study book of your own. $178. Reevis Mountain School.

ReevisMountian.org.

APRIL 29 Sedona Women’s Retreat – Apr 29-May 1. Join 40 other women and experience being empowered, enlightened, energized and encouraged to lead a happier, more meaningful life. Re-commit to your resolutions and yourself. Receive the tools, the knowledge, the support and the drive to create the life you truly want to be living. Susan: 623-7347377. U-SUCCEED.com.

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MARCH 12 Herbs for the Nervous System – 11am-1pm.

For those dealing with stress, anxiety, headaches, depression, insomnia, neuralgia or more. $65, incl handouts. SW Herb Shop & Gathering Place, 148 N Center, Mesa. 602-920-8973. SWHerb.com.

MARCH 15 Marvelous Menopause – 6-9pm. Unlock the mystery of menopause and learn how to move through this marvelous time ... gracefully. We explore the spiritual, emotional and physical sides of menopause and give you great tools to help you through. Hands-on class and product making. $65.

SW Herb Shop & Gathering Place, 148 N Center, Mesa. 602-920-8973. SWHerb.com.

MARCH 19 MCKS Pranic Healing Level I Workshop – Mar 19-20. Learn the technology to do no-touch energy healings on others, self-healing and distant/remote

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INFANT MASSAGE CLASSES – For babies from three weeks to 3 years. Contact Claudia Barraza, Certified Infant Massage Teacher, 623-252-0473.

LEARN YOUR SOUL’S PURPOSE – Soul Reading Services. Third-eye Readings by Dove Saberon. AlohaHolistics@gmail.com or 808315-1704.

MATRIX OF HOLISTIC HEALTH – Traditional naturopath, Black salves, Herbal medicine, essential oils, energy medicine.

Licensed by Pastoral Medical Association Serving Northern Arizona. BloodrootSalves. com. 928-713-5617.

ORGANIC LIFE STYLE HOME IN CAVE CREEK – Organic Lifestyle home, 2.5 acres.

Special artist retreat, 3,151sq’ amazing privacy/views. Garden, cob gazebo/art studio, Basement, in a hidden valley, Lush desert.

623-465-5288 “no-text” www.realtor.com/ realestateandhomes-detail/39868-N-26thSt_Cave-Creek_AZ_85331_M23798-81400 PAST LIFE REGRESSION – Experience the joyful journey into your past lives. Offering private and group regression sessions lead by Debi McDermott. www.purplelotuspathway. com or 602-790-8970 THAI YOGA MASSAGE – by Nicole Ballantyne, RN RYT. This ancient healing system is designed to create space in the physical and energetic body’s. A sensory rich experience that will leave you feeing relaxed and rejuvenated. 602-904-2317. TheMysticalYogini@ gmail.com.

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mondays Tai Chi and Qi Gong – 10-11am. Activate and experience the natural healing capabilities in the body. Suggested $10-15 donation. Unity of Mesa Annex Bldg, 2740 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

tuesdays “A Course in Miracles” Book Study – 7-8:15pm.

Disappearance of the Universe by Gary Renard.

With Rev. Julianne Lewis and Michael Hay. $10.

Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480-593-8798 or InterfaithCommunity.org.

Pain Relief Introductory Class – 6-7pm. Learn about an integrative three-step approach for pain relief using stretch therapy, corrective exercise and nutrition metabolism identification. Free. Studio Health, 1425 S Higley, Ste 101, Gilbert. RSVP: 480-466-6398. StudioHealthAz.com.

Revitalize: Energy Medicine – 7-8:30pm, 4-class series. Learn how simple it is to work with your own energies for health, joy and vitality. With Marie Slottow and Gloria McCahill. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale.

480-207-6016. AMindfulnessLifeCenter.com. marie.goodvibrations@gmail.com

anxiety from the daily events that occur in our lives. No touch energy healing sessions are offered following the meditation. Donation. Unity Spiritual Center of Tempe, 1222 E Baseline Rd, Ste 103, Tempe. 909-224-8373. pramkumar78@ gmail.com. azPranicHealing.com.

Neuro-Strengthening Mobility Drills – 8:309:30am. Approaching movement from its effect on our nervous system, this class looks at breaking down movement to its fundamental levels to ensure good mobility at all of our joints. Learn to provide the brain with better sensory and motor mapping clarity. With David Authement. $20.

Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. Register: 602-532-3111 or info@kinesphere-studio.com.

Watercolor Art Classes – 9:45am-12:30pm. All levels, beginner to advanced. Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of 8 students. No talent required, just a desire to create. With Allura Westly. Paradise Valley area.

602-469-0524. allurawatercolor@cox.net.

thursdays Buddhist Meditation Group – 6:30-8pm. Practice based on the book Introduction to Buddhism.

Offered by Clear Light Buddhist Center. With Michelle Gauthier. $10. Unity of Mesa Annex Bldg, 2740 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700.

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Gyrokinesis – 6:30-7:45pm. Gyrokinesis is a flow yoga class developed by Juliu Horvath. Based on movements from dance, yoga, swimming and the martial arts, the class warms, nourishes and invigorates the entire body through gentle, undulating movement and breath. With Dominika Borovansky Gaines. $20. Kinesphere Center for

Rewind Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. Designed for people 50 and up, the class focuses on balancing, increasing flexibility and building functional strength. With Kim Carter. $10 (first class is free, maximum six). Multiplicity Enterprises, 2045 S Vineyard, Ste 139, Mesa. MultiplicityEnterprises. com. Call/text Kim 253-549-5342 or kim@multiplicityenterprises.com.

Watercolor Art Classes – 9:45am-12:30pm. All levels, beginner to advanced. Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of 8 students. No talent required, just a desire to create. With Allura Westly. Paradise Valley area.

602-469-0524. allurawatercolor@cox.net.

wednesdays MCKS Meditation and Healing Clinic – 7-9pm.

Experience a nondenominational meditation to bless Mother Earth and also relieve stress and

A smile is a

curve that sets everything straight. ~Phyllis Diller

Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. Register: 602-532-3111 or info@ kinesphere-studio.com.

MCKS Meditation and Healing Clinic – 7-9pm.

Experience a nondenominational meditation to bless Mother Earth and also relieve stress and anxiety from the daily events that occur in our lives. No touch energy healing sessions are offered following the meditation. Donation. Arizona Pranic Healing, 4568 E Cactus Rd, Ste M-110, Rm 204, Phoenix. 480-818-3156. azPranicHealing@ gmail.com. azPranicHealing.com.

Rewind Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. Designed for people 50 and up, the class focuses on balancing, increasing flexibility and building functional strength. With Kim Carter. $10 (first class is free, maximum six). Multiplicity Enterprises, 2045 S Vineyard, Ste 139, Mesa. MultiplicityEnterprises. com. Call/text Kim 253-549-5342 or kim@multiplicityenterprises.com.

Tai Chi – 10:30-11:30am. Emphasizes both the original Yang Style slow set as passed down by the Tung family and Tiger Mountain Tai Chi Gong.

With David Block. $20. Kinesphere Center for Movement Education, 711 E Missouri Ave, Ste 180, Phoenix. Register: 602-532-3111 or info@ kinesphere-studio.com.

fridays A Course in Miracles – 7-9pm. Group book study open to newcomers. Donation. Unity of Mesa Annex Bldg, 2740 E Southern Ave, Mesa.

480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

sundays Celebration Service – 10:30am. February theme is “Listen to My Heart Song.” All with peaceful beliefs are welcome to this inclusive, loving, thriving spiritual community. Coffee and tea happy hour fellowship at 10am. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.

Sunday Services – 9am and 10:45am. A Positive Path for Spiritual Living. Nursery available for infants through kindergarten. Youth ministry classes are open in the Education Annex at 10:45am. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-8922700. UnityOfMesa.org.

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FARMERS’ MARKETS It’s time to take advantage of Arizona’s bounty of best fresh, local produce as most farmers’ markets are operating under fall/winter hours.

There is no better time to enjoy local food at its peak of perfection, along with dairy, meat, prepared and baked goods, as well as many other offerings.

Ahwatukee Farmers’ Market: 4700 East Warner Road, Phoenix Sundays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Mesa Community Farmers’ Market: 263 North Center Street, Mesa.

Fridays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Old Town Scottsdale Farmers’ Market: 3806 North Brown, Scottsdale Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Peoria Farmers’ Market: Park West, 9744 West Northern Avenue, Peoria Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Phoenix Public Market: Anthem Farmers’ Market: 721 North Central Avenue, Phoenix 41703 North Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sundays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Roadrunner Park Farmers’ Market: ASU Tempe Campus Farmers’ Market: 3502 East Cactus Rd., Phoenix Cady Mall, North of East Lemon Street, Tempe Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. biweekly Sun City Farmers’ Market: Carefree Farmers’ Market: 16820 North 99th Avenue, Sun City 1 Sundial Circle, Carefree.

Thursdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Fridays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Uptown Farmers’ Market: Chandler Farmers’ Market: 5757 North Central Avenue, Phoenix 3 South Arizona Avenue, Chandler Wednesdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Thursdays 3 to 7 p.m.

Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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222 North Ash Street, Gilbert ArizonaCommunityFarmersMarkets.com Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon Gilbert Town Square Twilight Farmers’ Market: DowntownChandler.org/FarmersMarket GilbertMarket.com 1040 South Gilbert Road, Gilbert Wednesdays 3:30 to 7 p.m.

MommasOrganicMarket.com PhxPublicMarket.com Goodyear Farmers’ Market: UptownMarketAz.com 3151 North Litchfield Road, Goodyear Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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