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Conscious Dying as a Transformative Healing Journey

DECAY AWAY Kids Do Best with Holistic Dentistry

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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.

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Kids Do Best with Holistic Dentistry

by Linda Sechrist

26 PAYING ATTENTION PAYS DIVIDENDS 22

by Sarah McLean

30 SACRED PASSAGE

Conscious Dying as a Transformative Healing Journey

by Linda Sechrist

34 INDOOR KITCHEN GARDENING

Easy-Grow Microgreens Are Big on Nutrition

by Barbara Pleasant

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36 THE SILVER BULLET

by Dr. Katka Novakova

38 UNIQUE APPROACHES TO OPTIMAL HEALTH

by Dr. Ben Zorensky

40 IN THE O-ZONE

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Oxygen Therapy Heals a Host of Ills

by Valerie Burke

42 HEART-TO-HEART WITH A HORSE

Their Gentle Empathy Helps Us Heal

by Sandra Murphy

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12 newsbriefs 18 globalbriefs 20 eventspotlight 22 healthykids

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s we witness all of the changes unfolding in our government and across the nation, and the ramifications of those change, it will be up to our local government and local and national nonprofit organizations to continue to advance the causes we believe in. Each of us can play a meaningful role to continue sustainable and healthy living practices, such as clean energy and organic food, to name a few. It’s about getting involved, volunteering, donating resources, communicating with our elected officials and simply paying attention to what is going on. We’ll have to band together to support and expand these efforts; otherwise, there may be significant loss of our hard-earned progress to date.

You can count on Natural Awakenings magazine to continue our mission of delivering cutting-edge editorial supporting your healthy and green lifestyle.

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CORRECTION: In our January issue article "There is Joy When We Awaken to Our Spirit" by Rev. Julianne Lewis, our editorial staff mistakenly added that Marianne Williamson was the author of A Course in Miracles. It was not part of Rev. Lewis's original manuscript. Helen Shucman originally received the information, and Williamson has written several books based on the Course principles. We regret the error.

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newsbriefs The Poetry of Healing with Pam Sears

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am Sears has published a new book, Whispers of the White Dove: Inspirational Poetry, and is appearing at a book signing from noon to 4 p.m., February 19. She describes her work as “just like a stone skipping across the water, these poems may help in some small way to reach the soul who needs them, creating a ripple effect cascading down tolerance, inspiration, faith, healing and reflections.”

Sears offers massage therapy, intuitive readings and energy work. She states, “After 20 years in the corporate world, I decided to follow my heart and enter the holistic field and became a massage therapist. My passion for life was rekindled and my desire to help others ignited. Since 1995, this has been my journey.”

Cost: $11.97. The book is available at Amazon.com and The Astrology Store and Insights for Life, both in Glendale.

For more information and to RSVP for the book signing, call 623-738-6715 or email pam@pamsears.com. Additional information is available at PamSears.com.

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Take a Tour of Architectural History

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he 2017 Willo Home Tour in Phoenix’s largest historic neighborhood will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. February 12, featuring beautifully restored Tudors, Spanish revival, mid-century, bungalows, mini ranch and craftsman homes. Tickets go on sale at 9 a.m. at North 3rd Avenue and Monte Vista Road.

A street fair is put on at Walton Park, in the heart of the Willo Historic District, with local vendors, a live band, food trucks and an antique car show, winding down Monte Vista and Holly Roads. “Ollie the Trolly” carries visitors through the area or they may choose to walk.

Willo is bordered north to south by Thomas and McDowell Roads, and east to west by 1st and 7th Avenues.

Each year, approximately a dozen architecturally significant homes and historic firehouse are open to the public for an inside look.

Tickets are sold at the event or in advance at WilloHistoricDistrict.com.

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olution Mindfulness offers the traditional structured and supported eight-week, 30-hour MBSR program originally designed

by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. Instructor Genevieve Tregor, MS, teaches from a depth of experience and training in the practices of mindfulness.

MBSR has shown clinically significant effects for those dealing with daily life stress, chronic pain, chronic and acute illness, anxiety and depression; enhancing immune function and brain processing under stress for resilience and well-being and increasing learning, memory and emotion regulation. There are evidence-based benefits for health care professionals and caregivers.

Two upcoming class offerings include Wednesday evenings February 15 through April 12 at And Breathe, in Phoenix, and Tuesday evenings March 21 through May 16 at Psychological Counseling Services, in Scottsdale.

The courses include a full-day retreat on the Sunday of the sixth week and the book Full Catastrophe Living, by Kabat-Zinn, practice CDs and course workbook.

Mention Natural Awakenings and receive a discounted rate of $395, plus one private session (used within one year of course participation) with prepaid registration. Twenty-eight APA-approved CE hours are available for psychologists and health professionals. For details and to register, visit SolutionMindfulness.com or call 602-910-4240. See ad on page 56.

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Tips on Reversing Serious Eye Ailments from Noted Ophthalmologist

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r. Edward Kondrot, a boardcertified ophthalmologist with the Healing the Eye Wellness Center, in Zephyrhills, Florida, will host two special events and provide treatments to reverse macular degeneration, cataracts and glaucoma using alternative methods, including microcurrent and stem cell injections, in March at the Phoenix Airport DoubleTree Hotel.

A free seminar, from 7 to 9 p.m., March 2, will be followed by a Get Started with Microcurrent workshop from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 4 and 5. Kondrot will also provide stem cell treatments by appointment from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 6 and 7.

Kondrot has written seven books on eye diseases, including 10 Essentials to Save Your Sight, and sees his work as a way to help prevent further blindness.

Cost is $695 for workshop. Location: 320 N. 44th St. For more information, register for the workshop or make an appointment for treatment, call 800-430-9328, email Info@ HealingTheEye.com or visit PhoenixSeminar2017.com, StemCellSpecial.org or NationalEyeReport.org. See ad on page 25.

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Organic Sleep Makes for Sweeter Dreams

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onsumers that want to skip the chemicals and sleep naturally can also save money when they purchase any Savvy Rest natural latex mattress at Organic Living, in Phoenix.

Save 10 percent on any organic mattress and bedding (includes free delivery and set-up and recycling of old mattress).

Fully warranted Savvy Rest natural latex mattresses are made of natural latex foam rubber—not synthetic, hybrid or blended foam. The casings are made of certified organic wool and certified organic cotton. They require no toxic chemical flame retardant chemicals because wool batting ensures the products meet federal requirements.

In addition to an extensive line of air purification products, Organic Living carries a wide assortment of pillows made of organic cotton, 100 percent natural latex and rubber; organic cotton towels; and bath linens and organic mattresses. The cotton used in these products is produced in accordance with the stringent standards of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements.

Location: 8342 N. 7th St., Phoenix. For more information, call 602-224-5313 or visit OrganicLivingAz.com. See ad on page 39.

Receive Metabolic Testing to Discover Hidden Health Factors

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atural Medicine and Detox, in Phoenix, is offering a comprehensive physiological test for an in-depth understanding of the cardiovascular system and metabolic needs. Under the supervision of Dr. Amalia Baca, this diagnostic test can help with disease prevention, weight management and enhanced workouts.

Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) looks at a person’s cardiopulmonary circuit, as well as their individualized metabolic needs in terms of macro- and micronutrients.

The CPET assessment includes resting metabolic rate to determine individualized needs; pulmonary function testing to rule out underlying obstructive/restrictive lung disease; gauging heart rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation; evaluating for underlying cardiac abnormalities limiting performance; and identifying aerobic fitness capacity and classification, with individualized exercise recommendations.

Location: 301 W. Roosevelt St., Ste. 2, Phoenix. For more information, visit NaturalMedicineAndDetox.com or call 602-307-0888. See ad on page 54.

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Viviane Chauvet is a Holographic Intuitive Healer

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s a certified Tuning Forks Therapy Practitioner, Viviane Chauvet integrates sound therapy to effectively heal and align body, mind and spirit. She states, “There is a tone for each chakra, including a wave pattern. Sound vibrations stepped down in your body through the Chakra energetic centers, and address physical as well as emotional issues such as blood circulation, asthma, fear, doubt, anxiety, nervous system disorder, digestion issue, back pain and more.”

She is an intuitive healer with inherent gifts that come from her angelic, interstellar star heritage. She senses energetic shifts and perceives in holographic view blocks and cords stored in the physical, as well as the subtle bodies. Holographic Reconnective Light-Energy Healing is an effective and potent healing process that channels dimensional light frequency from the Arcturian Collective Consciousness & Ancient Guardians. “It will effectively accelerate one’s energy, trigger profound changes, generate instant healing and transcend any third dimensional related issues/challenges,” she states.

Infinite Healing From The Stars is located in Mesa. Learn more by phoning 480358-7994 or visiting InfiniteHealingFromTheStars.com or VivianeChauvet.com.

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A Natural Solution to Sleep Apnea

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ost people believe sleep apnea is caused by a sagging soft pallet in the throat. According to Master Herbalist Steven Frank, it actually results from a diminishing signal from the brain to the diaphragm during the transition from semi-wakefulness into the next stage of lighter sleep. In some people, breathing goes beyond being shallow and completely stops.

As the brain senses the need to breathe, it forces a rapid inhalation that drags the sagging soft tissues into the airway, as reported in Frank’s publication Sleep Apnea: A New Approach to an Emergent Problem. For some, there is no indication of potential problems when they are awake, because the tissues remain in their normal state and the throat doesn’t close off.

Many resort to surgery to remove neck tissue or use a machine to force air into lungs. However, natural, herbal solutions can work to increase the pertinent brain signal that maintains healthy breathing without that rapid inhalation. According to The Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, ingesting herbs like lobelia, thyme and camp bark can intensify the signal from the brain to the diaphragm, increase the gas-transfer efficiency of the lungs and relax some of the skeletal muscles that can obstruct the propagation of the signal.

Steven Frank, master herbalist can be reached at 888-465-4404 or Natures RiteRemedies.com. See ad on page 37.

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

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Abandoned and lost fishing gear such as traps, crab pots and nets litter the ocean floor in coastal areas worldwide, continuing to attract, entrap and kill fish and other marine life. The Associated Press reports that global nonprofits, governments and companies are engaged in efforts to retrieve and recycle as many of the items as possible to protect the environment, save marine life and reduce hazards to marine navigation.

A 2009 United Nations report estimated there are 640,000 tons of discarded fishing nets deep below the ocean surface worldwide. Recommended solutions include degradable panels on traps that break down and allow trapped marine life to escape. International agreements prohibit dumping fishing equipment at sea; yet in England, small vessels can amass landfill charges of roughly $700 per year, giving them an incentive to ditch broken gear.

Pascal van Erp, a Dutch diver alarmed by the amount of equipment he’s encountered, founded the Ghost Fishing Foundation to tackle the issue. He says, “It’s found in all seas, oceans and inland waters at all depths, along the beach and under the sand. I don’t think the problem can be resolved completely, but we can keep it from getting worse by showing the problem to the public and the authorities.” Industry experts and scientists estimate that commercial fishermen annually lose about 10 percent of their traps due to bad weather.

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Scientists at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, in Stockholm, report that they have finally unlocked a major barrier to exploiting a renewable energy source through extracting pure hydrogen from water. Because the best-performing catalysts for electrochemical oxidation, or “water splitting”, are expensive precious metals, the research team led by KTH Professor Licheng Sun developed molecular catalysts for water oxidation with an efficiency approaching that of natural photosynthesis comprising common, abundant elements, all of which could help change the economics of large-scale hydrogen fuel production.

Meanwhile, Daniel Nocera, a professor of energy at Harvard University, and Pamela Silver, a professor of biochemistry and systems biology at Harvard Medical School, have co-created a system that uses solar energy to split water molecules and hydrogen-eating bacteria to produce liquid fuels. Their paper, whose lead authors include post-doctoral fellow Chong Liu and graduate student Brendan Colón, was recently published in Science.

“This is a true artificial photosynthesis system,” says Nocera. “Previously, people were using artificial photosynthesis for water-splitting, but this is a true A-toZ system, and we’ve greatly exceeded the efficiency of photosynthesis in nature.”

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Clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR) is a new method of editing genomes of farm animals and food crops.

White button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) that have been genetically modified to delay the natural browning process are the first CRISPRedited organisms to receive approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Yinong Yang, a plant pathologist from Penn State University, crafted the modified mushrooms by targeting the family of genes responsible for the browning effect seen in produce when sliced and exposed to oxygen.

Yang was able to reduce the browning enzyme’s work by 30 percent and was granted approval from the USDA because no foreign or altered DNA was integrated into the mushroom genome. The department only assesses whether there’s a risk that the new modified variety of an organism could become a weed or “pest” to other plants.

The mushrooms may still be subject to Food and Drug Administration or Environmental Protection Agency regulations. The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine are in discussions about developing a new set of rules for the biotech industry in the next five to 10 years.

Source: Nature.com

Plants Communicate with Sound A recent study from the University of Western Australia has found that plants regularly react to and emit sounds through a series of clicks produced by their roots, and that such inter-flora communication may be essential to their survival. Evolutionary biologist Monica Gagliano, who made the discovery, listened to the roots of young corn plants and found that they regularly produced sounds in the range of 220Hz, a frequency audible to the human ear.

Plants have been shown to influence each other in many ways through nanomechanical oscillations on a molecular scale. Gagliano remarks, “Scientists also know that plants use volatile chemicals to communicate with each other.”

Another biological research team under the direction of Professor Olaf Kruse, Ph.D., scientific director of the Center for Biotechnology at Germany’s Bielefeld University, has shown that green algae not only engages in photosynthesis, but also has an alternative source of energy: It can draw it from other plants (Nature Communications).

Gagliano comments, “Considering that entire forests are all interconnected by networks of fungi, maybe plants are using fungi the way we use the Internet.”

Watch the Birdie Selfies Promote Animal Cruelty and Death

Zachary Crockett, of Pricenomics. com, has found that since 2014, 49 people were killed in attempts to take pictures of themselves with wild creatures. Although there are no statistics on how many animals have been harmed due to selfies, wildlife organizations such as Care for the Wild International are appealing to the public to stop using animals as props.

Visitors to China’s Yunnan Wild Animal Park lured captive peacocks from their enclosure and grabbed them by their tails. The birds died as a result. Another group of people at a beach in Argentina was filmed mobbing a baby Franciscana dolphin, an endangered species, while taking pictures, resulting in its death likely through shock and severe dehydration from being removed from the water for too long.

Due to the high demand by tourists to take pictures with wild animals, special photographic settings are popping up in Mexico, Europe and Morocco. However, the Association for British Travel Agents stated that no legitimate sanctuary would allow animals to be used as photo props.

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Expanded Sedona Yoga Festival Serves the Whole Family

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he fifth annual Sedona Yoga Festival (SYF2017) will take place from March 9 through 12. One of the most visually stunning and energetic places on the planet, Sedona is the perfect location for the type of personal development that yoga supports.

SYF2017 provides a platform for personal evolution with a focus on yoga and the expansion of consciousness with 108 presenters and more than 200 sessions to choose from, ranging from quiet meditation to rockin’ vinyasa, performances, experiential journeys and conscious conversation.

A fully customizable class scheduling experience creates the opportunity for attendees to choose their own adven-

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ture. SYF2017 will be the second year that a kids yoga experience is available.

SYF has always led the way in recognizing the power of yoga to heal, with specific training events to give back to the larger community. This year, SYF presents Traumatic Stress, Healing and Resiliency with Yoga, an integrated, optional 20-hour course for yoga teachers and service

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providers. The annual SYF Gives Back program provides integral tools to share with those suffering from PTSD and severe trauma, or those serving this population. In years past, SYF Gives Back has provided successful trainings to hundreds of teachers and service providers to support veterans, first responders and those with PTSD, traumatic brain injury and other trauma-related illnesses with yoga, meditation and energy medicine.

Along with the rich tapestry of classes and workshops, SYF2017 will also feature a vibrant vendor experience where participants and the public can enjoy food, beverages and a wide variety of conscious businesses sharing their gifts and wares, arts, culture, goods and services. Presenting sponsor and premier venue partner The Collective Sedona is a stunning and recently renovated event venue.

Featuring more than 31 shops, art and culture galleries, wineries, breweries and dining experiences that celebrate modern Sedona and honor its rich heritage.

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

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Kids Do Best with Holistic Dentistry

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ccording to a 2012 New York Times story, “Preschoolers in Surgery for a Mouthful of Cavities,” more dentists nationwide are recommending that children be administered general anesthesia at hospitals due to the severity of decay.

Such extensive dental work on children is largely preventable. Wise parents encourage their children to develop healthy habits such as brushing teeth at least twice a day; eating fewer sugary snacks and brushing afterwards; limiting fruit juice intake to four ounces a day; and sucking on bacteria-killing xylitol lollipops. Such a routine combined with an initial dentist visit by their first birthday can reduce dental costs, including hospital treatment for extreme decay that can cost thousands of dollars.

Other ways to reduce the toocommon incidence of six to 10 childhood cavities include breastfeeding

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only until baby teeth erupt; avoiding transmission of an anaerobic oral bacteria carried in saliva that’s the leading cause of tooth decay; early interceptive treatment to avoid crowding of teeth; and consulting a nutritionist.

Breastfeeding

Andie Pearson, a doctor of dental medicine and owner of Gaimed Dental Spa, in Wilmette, Illinois, tells mothers that in the descent through the birth canal, their baby ingests the bacteria necessary to digest breast milk. As teeth later emerge, their gut bacteria also become able to digest solid food. “By the time a child has all 20 baby teeth, between 18 and 30 months, they no longer have the microbial ecology for digesting breast milk and should be weaned. Researchers from the University of California-Berkeley have found that the more frequently a mother breastfed

her child beyond the second birthday during the day, the greater the child’s risk of severe early tooth decay,” says Pearson.

Development of facial muscles and bone structure is dependent on chewing and gnawing. “Teething rings facilitate chewing that builds stronger teeth and creates better alignment,” she explains. If childhood tooth growth is delayed, Pearson often suggests a chiropractic adjustment if all other developmental areas are normal.

“It can help the body relax so that teeth erupt naturally,” she advises.

Mouth-to-Mouth Susan Maples, a doctor of dental surgery and owner of Total Health Dentistry, in Holt, Michigan, notes that Streptococcus mutans is the leading reason children are hospitalized today. “Cavities are formed when the rate of decay of the teeth caused by the lactic acid produced by the bacteria exceeds the rate of repair initiated by the phosphate and calcium ions in saliva,” she explains.

The unwanted bacteria is transmitted through saliva, which is why adults should avoid licking spoons or tasting foods before offering them to children between the ages of 1 and 3. “This type of bacteria thrives on sugar, so children shouldn’t have lots of sugary drinks and sweet treats,” says Maples. Mouth kissing presents a similar risk.

Early Intervention

Kris Kammer, a doctor of dental surgery and owner of Gums of Steel Oral Hygiene Transformation, in Middleton, Wisconsin, learned early in his career to avoid mercury amalgam fillings and early extractions of bicuspids for orthodontic purposes, and that xylitol reduces buildup of plaque bacterial biofilm on teeth. A study published in the Journal of Dental Research, supported by findings of a metastudy appearing in Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry “shows that regular use of xylitol over six months significantly reduces the Streptococcus mutans population,” he says.

He also suggests early interceptive treatments which can be performed by general dentists. “Parents don’t need to wait for children’s teeth to come in crooked and crowded. These issues can be addressed with a removable appliance that expands the arch in the roof dome, influences bone growth and makes room for incoming teeth,” says Kammer. Early proper diet may also help prevent crowding of teeth as well as malocclusion, or misalignment of upper and lower teeth, according to Pearson.

Role Modeling “Parents play a pivotal role in their children’s dental hygiene. They influence how their children care for their teeth, behave in the dentist’s office and feel about dental visits,” advises Pentti Nupponen, a doctor of dental medicine and owner of the Halifax Center for Holistic & Cosmetic Dentistry, in Halifax, Pennsylvania.

Children should be made familiar with dentistry and taught that they are responsible for their dental hygiene from around age 1. Nupponen explains his gentle method: “I encourage mothers to bring their children along for dental appointments so that they can watch me from their mother’s lap. Generally, by the time they are alone in my chair, they aren’t frightened.”

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

Local Resources Lisa M. Butler, DMD Integrative Dental Associates • Phoenix See ad on page 17 and 21.

Jason Jones, DMD Pure Smiles Center for Advanced Dentistry • Scottsdale See ad on page 9.

David G. Lewis, DDS Welcome Home Dental • Tempe See ad on page 54.

Michael D. Margolis, MD, DDS Stephen A. Kovar, DMD, FAGD My Dentist • Mesa See ad on page 3.

Nicholas J. Meyer, DDS, DNM Millennium Dental Associates • Scottsdale See ad on page 4.

Krystyna Wolski, MD, MD(H), DDS, DMD Wolski Center for Integrative/Holistic Dentistry Scottsdale • See ad on page 15.

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Natural Relaxation in a Dental Experience

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recent development in high-tech, natural relaxation therapy virtually guarantees deep relaxation during a dental treatment. By using a combination of sound (audio) therapy, cranial-electro stimulation with microcurrent, special nutriceuticals and visual field blinders, the nervous system can be calmed in minutes as never before, as clients are certain to enter a deep meditative alpha brain state.

The therapy is all natural, with no level of toxicity that anxiolytic agents such as nitrous oxide or any of the Valium-related drugs carry, and there are no negative after-effects; only a nice, calm feeling that leaves them refreshed. The office of Nicholas J. Meyer, DDS, at Millennium Dental Associates, in Scottsdale, now offers this relaxation dental experience.

The brain-calming nutriceuticals, combined with alpha wave-inducing microcurrent and binaural tones, rapidly bring us to a Zen-like state in a matter of minutes.

New Holistic Dentist in Scottsdale

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olistic Dentist Jason Jones, DMD, has opened Pure Smiles Center for Advanced Dentistry, a new practice located at 7231 East Princess Boulevard, Suite 207, in North Scottsdale, and is offering 15 percent off any new patient’s first visit. Jenna Jones, RDH, is the hygienist and wife of Dr. Jones. She and the rest of the staff are ready to answer questions about scheduling, financial policy and insurance to make that part of the process as simple as possible.

He states, “Holistic dentistry, also known as biological dentistry, takes into account a person’s entire state of physical and emotional health, completing the oral-systemic relationship. Holistic dentists use natural therapies; often in combination with conventional methods to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases of the oral cavity.”

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Soft music with embedded tones creates a calm and safe feeling during a procedure, with its warm, low frequencies and ethereal harmonies. This combination has been thoroughly researched and is available to the dental public in properly equipped dental practices so they can have what promises to be the best, most relaxed and pleasurable dental experience possible.

With this combination of technologies, stress hormone levels, including cortisol, drop precipitously and our whole physiology shifts gears. With the calmness that ensues, we will notice a sharper focus and a keener mind when under pressure.

Natural Awakenings readers receive 15 percent off their initial visit. The office of Nicholas J. Meyer, DDS, at Millennium Dental Associates, is located at 5705 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. D-110, in Scottsdale.

For appointments, call 480-948-0560. For more information, visit MillDental.com. See ad on page 4.

Services include mercury-free and BPA-free restorations, safe mercury removal, ozone treatment, dental emergencies and much more. Additional biocompatibility testing can be completed to ensure the patient is not sensitive to materials placed in the mouth.

Jones attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and received postgraduate training at UCLA while working at the Los Angeles VA Hospital. He belongs to many professional organizations, including the International Academy of Biological Dentistry & Medicine and the Holistic Dental Association.

For appointments, call 480-585-1612. For more information, visit PureSmilesAz.com.

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Paying Attention Pays Dividends

by Sarah McLean

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ur attention has the power to change our lives and the lives of others, depending on how and on what we focus it, yet many people squander their attention without recognizing its value and its power. They’re not truly engaged, but kind of half-listening, half-distracted or easily thrown off track because of routine demands.

The subtlest aspects of creation, including our attention, are often challenging to describe and difficult to measure because they are not part of the material world, like gravity, electricity, magnetism, energy, light, attraction, emotion, passion, vitality, intellect, perception, creativity and imagination.

There is so much to explore in the subtle world; forces that not only keep us alive, but make life worth living. That includes attraction and love, space and time, ecstasy and energy.

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intrigued and charmed physicians, artists, poets, physicists, astronomers and mystics throughout history.

We can explore this unseen field of love with the practice of mindfulness meditation, because it allows us to become the master of our attention.

It can help anyone deal with distractions and reclaim their ability to pay attention, as it strengthens our attention muscle. With regular meditation, we can become more focused on the present moment and savor each moment of our life by engaging our attention on what we are doing while doing it; be more mindful in our communications, whether with family members, loved ones or those we work with; be alert to opportunities, creative responses and inspiration, all which are only available if we are paying attention.

Meditation increases our interior awareness, so we can become more aware of our thought patterns, reac-

tions and emotions; tune in to our gut feelings and inner knowing; and make choices based on our true values rather than out of mental habits.

It boosts our ability to focus on one thing at a time, so we can attend to what is truly important to us without distraction; finish projects more easily and with more accuracy; be present to the people that are in front of us without our devices interrupting, so we can create true relationships.

Meditation is an important ingredient for living a peaceful, powerful, purposeful life. It truly helps us to take back control of our attention so we can focus on what is truly important to us and savor our life. We can learn how to meditate and become the master of our attention.

Sarah McLean is a meditation expert and author of The Power of Attention: Awaken to Love and Its Unlimited Potential with Meditation.

She will appear at the New Vision Center for Spiritual Living, in Phoenix, on Mar. 3, and Changing Hands Bookstore, in Tempe, on Apr. 20.

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by Dr. Paul Stallone

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etting influenza, or the flu, is one thing, but treating it is another. Most people will reach for over-the-counter medications that just treat the symptoms, but these products can actually delay recovery because they permit us to feel normal for a short time, which means that most people will go on to exert themselves. One of the best things we do when we’re sick is to get plenty of rest, because our body is doing a lot to fight whatever infection we might have. Silencing the symptoms is never the best answer.

The flu is a respiratory illness caused by a virus that mainly affects the nose, throat and lungs. Many of the symptoms are from the body trying to fight off the infection. Some of these symptoms are beneficial in the grand scheme of things, because the immune system is doing what it’s supposed to do. Common symptoms include fatigue, headaches, fever, body aches, sore throat, runny nose, cough, vomiting and diarrhea. A fever, for example, is a defense mechanism for fighting infections.

Treating the flu is fairly straightforward. Get plenty of rest and hydration, take quality supplements that support the immune system and take natural anti-viral therapies. For the average person, the following supplements should help our immune system fight off a flu infection: vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin B12, elderberry, probiotics, zinc, Echinacea and Nacetylcysteine (NAC). The dose will depend on individual factors, so speak with a naturopathic physician for specific dosing. Keeping these nutrients in our medicine cabinet is encouraged, especially during flu season, so we can take them immediately.

From a holistic approach, prescription antivirals are discouraged, because their side effects mimic the symptoms from the flu. These drugs are only effective if taken within 36 to 48 hours after symptoms occur, and generally only shorten the duration by one to two days. There are no studies that show antivirals cure the flu. Just like antibiotics, taking them can create viruses that are resistant to medication and super bugs.

If these supplements don’t help or we have a severe flu infection, consider a nutritional intravenous treatment that can deliver high amounts of nutrients directly into the bloodstream.

Each IV will be customized for each patient. Adding nutrients like vitamin B12 may allow a patient to feel better even before they leave the office.

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PASSAGE Conscious Dying as a Transformative Healing Journey

by Linda Sechrist

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hen properly viewed, the thresholds of all of life’s transitional moments can be both emotionally and spiritually rewarding. Whether it involves marriage or birth, job loss or illness, gleaning insight from the experience can yield fresh perspective on how to live life more fully today, if we remain mindful and lovingly attentive through the process.

Like birth, death is a transition we can wisely prepare for. In recent years, compassionate individuals and grassroots movements have emerged to help us conduct ourselves, heal and grow from losing a loved one or face our own passing. An increasing number of initiatives support a new model 30

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in palliative care that treats death not as a failure, but an expected aspect of the human experience. Each in its own way advocates for a grace-filled passage supported by dignified, caring and compassionate practices.

Profound Shift

The Conscious Dying Institute, in Boulder, Colorado, aims to restore death and dying to its natural place in the sacred circle of life. Its end-oflife literacy curriculum and certificate training programs are helping to create a new, wisdom-based culture of healing teachers and end-of-life doulas that serve among the frontline caregivers and companions providing the comfort people want and need most. Founded

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by Tarron Estes, a healing artist, poet, Caritas coach and transformational learning educator, the institute is grounded in love, spiritual openness, compassion and a universal field of consciousness.

“Training is open to nurses, physicians, clinicians, caregivers, family members, healthcare teams and anyone else interested in exploring what it means to die consciously,” says Estes. It attends to the provider’s inner awakening and helps them strengthen their ability to give spiritual, emotional, physical and practical care to anyone, helping to relieve pain, regardless of diagnosis.

“Rather than curative care, it’s all about seeking to increase precious, meaningful moments, a sense of spiritual sanctity, beauty, interconnectedness and appreciation of life for the families and patients they serve. An end-of-life doula at bedside assures that families and loved ones can focus on what is most important,” explains Estes, who believes that our true nature lives within us as an unblemished jewel.

Helping individuals become comfortable talking about death is the work of Dr. Karen Wyatt, of Dillon, Colorado, founder of the End of Life University, an online interview series with end-of-life care experts.

She provides a trustworthy loving environment in monthly death cafés.

The author of What Really Matters: 7 Lessons for Living from the Stories of Dying expands the conversation through related articles and podcasts at eolUniversity.com.

Death cafés benefit from Wyatt’s experience as a hospice doctor.

“There is never an agenda. Of the 10 to 12 people that generally join in, one is always a new caller, recently awakened to the idea of conscious dying or their own mortality. They’re seeking information and someone to talk to because family and friends aren’t interested. Some already embracing their mortality wish to explore their thoughts with others. Some callers join just to listen,” advises Wyatt.

Because death in the West has become a commercialized, medical

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event with funeral home packages the norm, Wyatt recommends the National Home Funeral Alliance to those interested in a deeper understanding of options and resources for a gentler model. The nonprofit, grassroots movement and its members, such as Sacred Crossings, in Los Angeles, seek to restore the lost art and healing ritual of a home funeral by preserving the rights of families to provide home after-death care.

Supporting and educating interested families is the mission of Sacred Crossings founder Rev. Olivia Rosemarie Bareham. The certified death midwife and home funeral guide draws from her experiences as an auxiliary nurse and hospice volunteer to assist families with endof-life planning, death midwifery and arrangements for an at-home vigil and funeral, as well as cremation and burial choices.

“We also offer sacred singing to help ease a loved one’s transition.

Music by a bedside soloist or choir before, during and after death can

be deeply relaxing and comforting, and even provide pain relief,” advises Bareham.

Exploring the Mystery

For more than 40 years, philosopher, psychologist and physician Raymond Moody’s life work has been acknowledging the mysteries and validating the unexplainable events at the end of life. His seminal bestseller Life After Life appeared in 1975. Lisa Smartt’s

mentorship by Moody led them to co-found FinalWordsProject.org. She’s also authored Words at the Threshold, a study of the nonsensical, metaphorical and paradoxical language and visions of the dying.

Moody and Smartt agree that by better understanding the unique language patterns related to end of life we can share more deeply and build bridges with our beloveds throughout the dying process. “When we do so, we offer greater support to the dying and ameliorate our own experience of loss as they cross the threshold,” remarks Smartt. Like William Peters, founder of the Shared Crossings Project, in Santa Barbara, California, they caution that compassionate etiquette during events at death is important.

“Assume that levels of awareness exist in the dying so that our energy and presence are felt and our voices heard,” advises Moody. “Respect your words and actions, regardless of the person’s state of consciousness. Be a compassionate listener and validate their vision. Don’t pretend to intellec-

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As many as 80 percent of us say we want to die at home.

Writing Our Legacy

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by Linda Sechrist

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n their books Caring for the Dying and Having the Last Say, authors Henry FerskoWeiss and Alan Gelb, respectively, advocate reviewing our life and writing a short narrative to explore its value as we approach our final act of Earth’s play.

Processing experiences from the past and what they mean at this juncture presents us an opportunity to achieve greater clarity and integrate them in a positive way in our life story. According to Fersko-Weiss, it has the power to reduce depression, increase life satisfaction, promote acceptance of self and enhance integrity of spirit, no matter what phase of life we are in.

The harvesting of life experiences should reflect our true humanity— flaws and all—and what we’ve learned through mistakes and failures, as well as triumphs. Conveying a compelling mythic family story, values we’ve lived by and our embrace of meaningful relationships will help the people we know understand that, for all its difficulties and complexities, life is worth living. Our narrative, whether recorded as an essay or scripted video, becomes an act of praise for the gift of the life we’ve led, imperfect as it may have been. It can also serve as a potential keepsake that passes along life lessons and values from one generation to another.

Gelb suggests that summing up what’s most important to us in 500 to 1,000 words can be an experience to savor and enjoy at a reflective time in life, an opportunity to capture our legacy and even serve as our own eulogy.

When we want a loved one no longer here to feel near to us and hear them one last time, it’s a way for them to literally have the last say, he adds.

of Financial Literacy program offer a free downloadable national Guide to Financial Decisions: Implementing an End-of-Life Plan at Tinyurl.com/ EssentialPlanNeeds. It includes basic descriptions of issues that arise as we age beyond retirement and details the critical documents needed for the individual, dependents, property, assets, estate planning, wills and trusts. It also addresses issues related to advance, treatment and do-notresuscitate directives, insurance, types of funerals and costs, and Social Security, Medicare and veterans’ benefits.

Guidelines suggest consulting with a

certified public accountant or personal financial planning specialist.

The latest innovation is the blessing of a living funeral, a celebration of life while the honoree is present to hear the eulogies, praises and farewells before they depart.

AgingWithDignity.org provides a downloadable Five Wishes document, a popular advance directive, or living will that covers personal, spiritual, medical and legal aspects. It’s easy to use and can serve as a family guide to prompt conversations about personal care preferences in the event of serious illness.

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tualize or explain anything.”

Dianne Gray, president and executive director of the Elisabeth KüblerRoss Foundation, also owns Hospice and Healthcare Communications. “The dying often wish to leave here surrounded by peace and harmony. They choose to let go of contentiousness and often wish family members would do the same, which is facilitated by mapping out Advance Directives according to the final wishes of the patient,” says Gray.

Questions she frequently addresses in public talks and Death Over Dinner party conversations include: the necessity of finishing unfinished business; bringing closure to unresolved relationship issues; finding words to express our compassion; soothing the sense of impending loss; and managing to take only love with us to the other side, yet leave enough of it behind to help loved ones through their grieving process. She cautions that no matter how well we plan for death, things don’t always go as planned.

“Sometimes no matter how many advance care conversations have taken place, discord can dismantle the best laid plans. It requires the tough work of compassionate communications. Friends and families need to remember that this is the patient’s end-of-life experience, not theirs. It is possible to find peace in the midst of conflict, understanding that the one leaving overwhelmingly wishes for a peaceful passing, including peace within the family.”

The Death Over Dinner initiative, founded by Michael Hebb in 2013, has been hosted by groups in more than 20 countries to help people engage in conversations on “how we want to die”—the most vital and costly discussion Americans aren’t having (DeathOverDinner.org/stories).

We rediscover that in order to die well, we must live well. Dying gracefully is the result of a mindful, day-to-day journey—a culmination of informed choices, honest discussions and deference to the hallowed fragility of nature’s life-death cycles. ~William Rosa

New York Times journalist Mark Leibovich wrote about how Massachusetts Senator Edward Kennedy chose to spend his final weeks in pursuit of a “good ending.” As death approached, Kennedy told friends that he wanted to take stock of his life and enjoy the gift of his remaining days with the people he loved most. As a result, he continued enjoying his morning ritual of reading newspapers while drinking coffee, playing with his dogs, watching James Bond movies with his wife and holding family dinners and sing-alongs near nightly. He reveled in his bedside view of Nantucket Sound, sailed when he could and ate lots of his favorite ice cream. His mantra was, “Every day is a gift.”

“As our time winds down, we all seek comfort in simple pleasures— companionship, everyday routines, the taste of good food, the warmth of sunlight on our faces,” remarks Boston’s Dr. Atul Gawande in Being Mortal. “If we strive in our final months for independence, companionship, mindful attention, dignity, wisdom, joy, love and freedom from pain, we have the power to make those days less miserable, confusing and frightening.”

In these many ways, we can manage to gently embrace and tenderly navigate life’s final transition with grace and love.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com. natural awakenings

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Easy-Grow Microgreens Are Big on Nutrition

by Barbara Pleasant

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ast, fun to grow and packed with flavor and nutrition, tender young microgreens can go from seed to table in as little as a week. Close cousins to edible sprouts, microgreens are grown in potting soil or seed-starting mixes instead of plain water. They customarily grow beyond the sprout stage until they have produced a true leaf or two. After that, harvesting is a simple matter of snipping off fresh greens.

“You don’t need a green thumb to grow microgreens, only patience and persistence,” says Mark Mathew Braunstein, in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, author of Microgreen Garden. Even first-timers can expect good

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results. For example, the thin shoots grown from popcorn taste like a more vibrant form of sweet corn, and pea shoots work well in wraps, salads and virtually any Asian dish.

Like high-fiber wheatgrass, “Microgreens are great for juicing, either by themselves or mixed with other veggies,” says Rita Galchus (aka Sprout Lady Rita), proprietor of The Sprout House, in Lake Katrine, New York, which sells organic seeds for microgreens and sprouts. “You can add a handful of microgreens to a smoothie to ramp up the nutrition without changing its taste or texture,” she notes.

Good Picks

The seeds of dozens of plants from alfalfa to wheat can be grown as microgreens. If seeking to maximize nutrition, put red cabbage and cilantro on the planting list. Scientists at the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Quality Laboratory, in Beltsville, Maryland, tested the nutritional properties of 25 microgreens; red cabbage,

Clean Greens

Microgreens grow so fast that there’s little time for them to run into trouble.

Commercial growers use large trays,

but home gardeners can also use pretty coffee mugs or tofu boxes rescued from the recycling bin. Drainage holes in the container bottoms work well when growing beets or other slowsprouting seeds, but are less important for fast-growing sunflowers or wheat.

Work only with organic seeds.

Seeds sold for sprouting or bulk grains from a local health food store cost much less than the larger, robust seeds produced for gardening. Soak seeds in water overnight to jump-start germination. Place an inch or so of potting soil or seed-starting mix in the container, and then scatter the plump seeds on top. “A common beginner’s error is to sow seeds too thickly,” says Braunstein.

Sown seeds should not touch each other, with most spaced about onequarter-inch apart. Spritz with water and cover with a plate or plastic wrap.

At the first signs of sprouting, water and move the pot to a sunny spot near a bright window or within two inches of a bright grow light.

Dribble in small amounts of water to maintain moisture over the next few days. To harvest, cut in bunches about one-half inch above the soil line. Microgreens store well in the refrigerator for a couple of days, but are best eaten fresh.

For both beginners and expe-

rienced gardeners, growing microgreens provides a close-up look at seed germination, one of nature’s miracles.

Award-winning garden writer Barbara Pleasant’s new book Homegrown Pantry: A Gardener’s Guide to Selecting the Best Varieties & Planting the Perfect Amounts for What You Want to Eat Year Round, will be out next month from Storey Publishing.

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cilantro, garnet amaranth and green daikon radish had the highest concentrations of vitamin C, carotenoids, and vitamins K and E, respectively. Microgreens generally provide three times as much nutrition per weight as the same food eaten in its mature state.

“People underestimate the intense flavor of microgreens and might try planting mustard greens or radish varieties even if they don’t like spicy flavors,” say Elizabeth Millard, an organic farmer in Northfield, Minnesota, and author of Indoor Kitchen Gardening. For beginners, large seeds that sprout quickly such as sunflowers, buckwheat and snow peas are good choices because they produce big, robust sprouts with mild flavor.

Many people also grow microgreens for their pets. “Cats tend to prefer mild, sweet-tasting microgreens such as red clover, alfalfa and flax seed,” advises Galchus. “They also love grasses grown from hard wheat, whole barley and rye. Cats cannot digest the grass, but use it to bring up indigestible matter that might be lodged in their stomachs.”

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The Silver Bullet

by Dr. Katka Novakova

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any patients work diligently toward achieving optimum health by seeking information about new products and treatments on the Internet or in health newsletters. Some of these include lasers, magnetic bracelets and ionized water systems, all of which offer a certain amount of support. For some of these systems, the more we believe in them, the better they work.

Most people use mainstream over-the-counter medicines and prescription drugs, and many are looking into natural substances and support. Yet, as much as they learn, people eventually discover that there is no “silver bullet”; a universal panacea that will fix everything—heal the pains and aches, ease the insane insomnia, the futile fatigue, the desperate depression or the alarming anxiety—no matter what claims are made by the manufacturer or practitioner.

The power of natural medicine and the profound support it offers to help the human organism to reset, rebuild, regenerate and restore itself is undeniable. Supplements and herbs can work wonders, and for a naturopathic doctor, it is difficult to imagine practicing medicine without them. If there is a silver bullet, it is the one that lies within us.

This is the silver bullet that makes us give up smoking, add a crucial hour of sleep at night, exchange our toxic bath soap for a non-toxic alternative, find 20 minutes for meditation each day, drink an extra kale smoothie in the morning or nurture the kind of self-love and compassion that enables us to step back from the crazy roller coaster of life and go for a hike.

That moment when we pause to sit down on a rock and watch a beautiful sunset is when the truth emerges and we say to ourselves, “I need to change this one thing, I need to call this person, I need to take care of myself,” because the silver bullet we sought was there all the time.

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Unique Approaches to Optimal Health

by Dr. Ben Zorensky

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he reason that a flu epidemic does not affect 100 percent of the population is the same as the explanation why strep throat might hit a second-grade class, but only seven out of the 23 students get sick.

The answer is rooted in an important concept: susceptibility. It may have a genetic component, but it is often governed by our history, habits and attitudes. Each of us has a unique makeup, and part of that can be a predisposition or vulnerability to certain microbes, toxins or events. A compromised system has lost its ability to defend itself against external assault.

There probably is no such thing as perfect health, but if we were to characterize what might lead to it, we could say that it is a state of zero susceptibility.

Microbes would be unable to take hold, toxins would be neutralized or excreted before they could do any damage and our emotions and attitudes would remain receptive and flexible.

The good news is that our susceptibility is not fixed, and there is a lot we can do to optimize our health by

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fortifying our vitality. There are simple ways we can nurture ourselves physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually that have a profound influence on our susceptibility. The way we eat, the way we carry ourselves, the way we engage with other people and the attitudes we adopt about life and the world around us, all go a long way to influence the level of health we enjoy. The life habits we establish and the belief systems we draw on are the resources we have to improve our state of health, and maintain it at peak levels.

Since the 19th century, naturopathic medicine has been based the body’s ability to heal itself. Naturopa-

thy focuses on the source of a dysfunction, rather than simply masking symptoms. Eradicating symptoms does not necessarily result in restoration of health. Only by addressing the origin of the disease and obstacles to cure can a person truly recover.

Naturopathic medicine employs therapies that are non-toxic, safe and effective. Human beings are not made up of compartmentalized systems, so optimal health must be achieved by considering the whole person. Because no one treatment is right for all patients, naturopathic doctors provide flexible, holistic treatment programs to meet each individual’s specific needs for healing. One of the primary roles of a naturopathic doctor is to educate, empower and motivate patients to take responsibility for their own health.

Dr. Ben Zorensky, ND, is the medical director at Naturopathic Athlete, in Tempe. He partners with his patients to evaluate unique vulnerabilities and design specific strategies to fortify an individual’s resources to resist compromising external influences and maximize overall wellness. For more information, visit NaturopathicAthlete.com or call 480-598-7723. See ad on page 16.

Oral Sleep Appliances Decrease Heart Attack Risk

by Dr. Beth Hamann

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ccording to the National Sleep Foundation, more than 18 million people in the U.S. suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, but fewer than 10 percent have been diagnosed. One of the first signs of sleep apnea is snoring, which indicates partially obstructed breathing during sleep. The tongue and soft palate collapse onto the back of the throat and completely block the airway, which restricts the flow of oxygen. Breathing pauses can last from 10 sec-

onds to a minute or longer, and a person with severe sleep apnea may have hundreds of breathing pauses per night.

People with obstructive sleep apnea have a higher risk of mortality than the normal population, a potentially crippling deterioration in daily functioning, an increased risk of high blood pressure and stroke, depression and death via accidents or in their sleep. Heart disease both causes and is the result of obstructive sleep apnea.

Treatment options for obstructive sleep apnea include a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device that the American Academy of Sleep Medicine has endorsed as scientifically approved to be the first line of treatment for those suffering from mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, and it is proving to be effective for severe cases, as well. The purpose of the oral appliance is to hold the jaw in a position that allows the airway to remain as open and firm as possible during sleep. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, approximately 60 percent of CPAP users are still using the CPAP after a few months, meaning that the other 40 percent are not.

Professional football player Reggie White had his life cut short in 2004, when at the age of 43 he suffered a massive heart attack in his sleep. He suffered from obstructive sleep apnea, which was a contributing factor to his premature death. White had a CPAP, but his wife Sara says, “He used his mask hardly ever.� She has started the Reggie White Foundation in an effort to build awareness to the symptoms and risks of sleep apnea. Other treatment options include lifestyle changes, surgery and oral appliance therapy.

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In the O-Zone Oxygen Therapy Heals a Host of Ills

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Put your heart,

mind, and soul into even your smallest acts.

This is the secret of success. ~Swami Sivananda

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s safe and trusted as hyperbaric (high pressure) oxygen therapy, ozone therapy also harnesses the healing power of oxygen. Since the 1950s, its popularity has increased around the world.

Today, more than 45,000 physicians in 50 countries administer ozone therapy to address ailments ranging from endodontic infections and herniated disk pain to arterial plaque and Lyme disease.

According to the American Academy of Ozonotherapy, the widespread medical use of ozone began in Germany and has since spread across Europe as an alternative treatment for antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The academy notes that allopathic physicians caution against ozone therapy largely due to misinformation and a lack of understanding regarding its efficacy, side effects, expense and safety, even though published international studies as well as U.S. clinical trials have shown it can be used instead of more expensive and dangerous methods such as surgery or pharmaceuticals.

Therapeutic ozone has a sound safety record and no toxic effects have been observed from proper clinical use (Journal of the American Medi-

cal Association). Occasional reported side effects are slight weakness, dizziness or drowsiness for short periods of time during or after treatment. Rare allergic skin reactions like nettle rash are possible with local applications, although occurrences are mild and quick to resolve.

Ozone is an oxidant. Ozone therapy, like exercise, creates health benefits by delivering measured doses of oxidative stress that activate the body’s internal antioxidant systems.

The primary natural enzyme in ozone therapy is superoxide dismutase, which stimulates another enzyme called telomerase that keeps DNA young by maintaining the telomere at the end of each DNA strand.

A study from Cuba’s University of Havana of herniated disc patients found that ozone therapy provided both oxidative protection and pain relief. Such properties make medical ozone therapy a safe and effective treatment for many infections.

It’s been shown to be particularly effective for sinus and endodontic infections (Iranian Endodonics Journal), osteonecrosis of the jaw, ear

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infections, hepatitis (Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine), cystitis, HIV, intestinal and blood infections and Lyme disease. Staff of the Sophia Health Institute, in Woodinville, Washington, report remarkably fast results treating such chronic complex infections by following intensive intravenous (IV) ozone protocols, with individualized systemic support.

Ozonotherapy is a prime treatment for infections, especially viral.

Leading experts in oxidative therapy Dr. Robert Rowen, who practices in Santa Rosa, California, and Dr. Howard Robins, director of The Healing Center, in New York City, had good success administering treatment during the Ebola crisis in Sierra Leone.

In addition to many patients helped, “It’s been reported that ozone therapy rapidly cured five patients with Ebola during the outbreak,” says Rowen.

Ozone therapy is now used to relieve arthritis, neuropathy, degenerative joint and disk disease, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. A pilot study led by the Universidad de Granada, Spain, saw improvement in the physical and depressive symptoms of fibromyalgia. “Ozone is also effective in treating osteoarthritic knees and, via injection, arthritic hips,” says Rowen.

Other individuals describe their experiences of overcoming various diseases using ozone therapy at YouTube. com/user/RobertRowenMD/videos.

One of the most impressive evidence-based applications is relief from the pain of herniated disks, particularly lumbar. More than one meta-analysis deemed ozone treat-

ment an effective and extremely safe procedure, with pain and functional outcomes equal to or better than surgery and far lower complication rates (less than 0.1 percent), along with significantly shorter recovery times (Pain Physician; American Journal of Neuroradiology).

According to the Journal of Natural Science, Biology and Medicine, oxygen/ozone therapy used in dentistry offers three fundamental forms of applications to treat oral tis-

sue—ozonated water, ozonated olive oil and oxygen/ozone gas. Ozonated water and olive oil have proved to be an ideal delivery system.

Non-toxic and simple to generate, ozone therapy is coming of age as a viable option for both the treatment and prevention of illnesses.

Valerie Burke is a freelance health writer in Olympia, Washington, versed in integrative medicine with a master’s degree in nursing science.

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HEART-TO-HEART WITH A HORSE

Their Gentle Empathy Helps Us Heal

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hysical therapists have long used horses to help patients improve balance or strengthen core muscles. Now they’re helping to teach empathy.

Given a horse’s significant size, sometimes distracting surroundings and the need for safety, humans need to learn the animal’s non-verbal cues, and to regulate their own. Close interaction without riding is proving to be helpful for those dealing with addictions, trauma and grief, and for employees to improve their communication and teamwork skills.

Kelly Wendorf and Scott Strachan, co-founders of Equus, in Santa Fe, work with both individuals and organizations. Strachan emphasizes, “This isn’t magic. Horses reflect our feelings back to us. If we’re nervous, the horse will be more skittish.”

“We’ve had executives arrive with cell phones firmly in hand and leave holding soggy tissues instead,” comments Wendorf. “For them, it was unexpectedly emotional.”

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For addicts caught up in a debilitating cycle, “Equine therapy gets the brain firing in a new direction,” says Constance Scharff, Ph.D., director of addiction research at Cliffside Malibu, in California. “Patients may say they’re fine when they’re not, but you can’t lie to a horse. They have boundaries; if you’re angry, a horse won’t tolerate your behavior and will walk away.”

Scharff notes, “Equine therapy is complementary to psychotherapy medicine, and one tool we use in approaching addiction. Depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can be the underlying issue, so we can address it, to understand why the person became an addict.”

Wendorf relates the story of an 18-year-old client facing body image issues. “Five horses approached her and touched her with their noses on her arms and legs. Where they touched was where she had been cutting herself to try to relieve her emotional pain.”

“People feel a powerful connection when they let down their defenses and a horse responds,” says Sheryl Jordan, equestrian director at Salamander Resort & Spa, in Middleburg, Virginia.

“Our Equi-Spective life lessons program brings self-awareness and the power to better control emotions. During the session, they may hug, pet and cry on the horse, but they leave the corral smiling.”

The program teamed up with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) serving bereaved military families. Kelly Griffith, a surviving sister of U.S. Marine Corps Major Samuel Griffith, points to the power of equine therapy in a video at Tinyurl. com/Equi-SpectiveVideo.

Susan Wight, a former professional steeplechase rider and ambassador for TAPS in Leesburg, Virginia, says, “My husband was my riding coach. When he passed away, I was numb when facing decisions, but at the session, it felt like one of the horses was the one to choose. The initial flood of emotions and memories from being around horses again wasn’t pretty, but empathy is a specific language, and I’m grateful for the opportunity. Horses are a huge part of my life.”

At Ranch Hand Rescue Counseling Center & Animal Sanctuary, in South Argyle, Texas, founder Bob Williams considers animal therapy a ministry.

“We rescue abused and neglected farm animals, including horses that come into play when patients are not responding to usual therapies,” he says.

“It’s important for damaged people to learn to live in the light, and our partnering with the special needs animals helps put them on the emotional path to health.” The rescue’s mission is to provide hope, healing and a sense of security for children and adults that have suffered severe trauma such as abuse, domestic violence and witnessing violent death (Tinyurl.com/RanchHandRescueVideo).

Riding Beyond’s four-session program, in Ashland, Oregon, is free to women recovering from the rigors of breast cancer treatment. Expenses are covered by donations from the community. German research pub-

Horses help bring back memories for clients with dementia. ~Hearts & Horses, Loveland, Colorado, nonprofit therapeutic riding facility lished in the journal Psycho-Oncology reported that 82 percent of participating breast cancer patients studied displayed symptoms of PTSD following diagnosis.

“They often don’t want to touch or be touched, and have trouble with friendships and intimate relationships; issues that can cripple a woman’s life,” says Trish Broersma, founding director and a certified therapeutic riding professional at Riding Beyond (Tinyurl. com/RidingBeyondVideo). “The medical team that saved their lives doesn’t treat these issues.”

The first client, unfamiliar with horses, met Mystic, who touched her on the site of the former tumor.

She says, “Even weeks later, when I brought her image to mind when stressed, sad or even happy, it brought feelings of contentment, peace and well-being.”

Horses have been serving humans in many ways for centuries.

Equine therapy shows they have even more to give if we are open to receive.

Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

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Transforming the Way Women Relate to Men An Interview with Alison Armstrong

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or 25 years, relationship expert Alison Armstrong has worked to evolve society by changing the way women relate to men.

Her yearning to understand the opposite sex was born from personal challenges, including a failed marriage in her 20s. She began studying men on her own, at the age of 30, beginning with the question, “What if men are responding to women?”

What started out as a personal inquiry has become a lifelong pursuit and she’s shared her findings with millions of men and women worldwide.

Armstrong, co-founder and CEO of PAX Programs, addresses gender differences, sexuality and relationships. She has written three books, including The Queen’s Code, and speaks to interpersonal insights through workshops, webinars and teleclasses, including free recordings and articles at UnderstandMen.com.

Armstrong and her second husband have been happily married for 23 years and now live in Colorado.

Which core differences between men and women cause everyday misunderstandings?

The biggest source of mischief is denying that differences exist at all. Both men and women tend to assume that each is a version of the other, which creates significant misunderstandings. We interact with our partners by doing or saying what works for us. When that doesn’t get the response 44

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we’re expecting, we usually draw incorrect conclusions and act in counterproductive ways.

For example, men and women relate to feelings differently.

Women often make life decisions based on their feelings about something or someone. To men, who tend to rely on facts and set aside feelings, this approach can seem irrational, and relating to women as irrational has predictably bad outcomes.

Where does a couple best start to heal the communication divide?

The most powerful thing men and women can do is to address misunderstandings with openness and curiosity rather than assuming we know why our partner did or said something. We should ask ourselves, “What if there’s a good reason for that?” Don’t assume that what’s true for her is also true for him, and vice versa.

Once a couple chooses to give each other the benefit of the doubt, a few simple changes can further open up communication. Saying “I need” instead of “I want” will make a huge difference. Because being “needy” is considered unattractive, women avoid this word, not realizing that it connects with a man’s instinct to provide.

When asking for something, it’s important to say what it would provide us. For him, there needs to be a reward equal to or greater than the

energy he’ll have to expend. Years ago, I described to my husband in colorful detail the experience of falling into the toilet in the middle of the night; he took it upon himself to make sure that never again happens to the women he loves.

What’s the secret to navigating partners’ differing needs and drives for physical intimacy?

The secret is to stop leaving our sex lives to the whims of biology, or making decisions based on whether we “feel like it.” Waiting for a time when both partners feel like it, the kids are at Grandma’s and we’re not too tired leads to sex happening too rarely.

Delicious sexual partnerships begin when we decide to stop waiting and instead work on creating the circumstances that put us in the mood.

One example is learning to offer “dessert”. Using the desire for food as a metaphor for the desire for sex, we’re often trying to eat together when only one partner is hungry. But dessert sounds delicious anytime; examples might be massage or kissing or other physical activities. Find out what reliably perks up a partner’s interest and put that on the menu.

How can a woman satisfy a man’s desire to provide without sacrificing her independence?

American culture tells women that being low-maintenance matters most.

Yet, when we allow our partners to fulfill our needs, it can help us unlock our own greatness, as well as theirs.

Men are driven to provide for their loved ones and denying them such opportunities takes away their life’s pursuit, which can be emasculating.

By asking for what we need, women create opportunities for partnership, satisfaction and fulfillment for both partners. When we allow the men in our life to contribute to us and learn to receive graciously, we discover that it doesn’t diminish our power.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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Gong Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Experience deep relaxation and meditation through the power of the gong. With Gretchen Bickert. $10-20. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700.

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Negative Attraction: When the Law of Attraction Doesn’t Work – 12:15-1:45pm. Explore the reasons why the Law of Attraction does not always work. Learn how to get around them and how to make the steps of manifestation work for you. With Rev. Charlie Moore. $10. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Dark Night of the Soul – 7pm. William Meader shows how spiritual blindness is a prelude to greater light and about the processes used to lift the “veils of illusion” that give rise to this blindness.

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3 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.

PosiPalooza! – 7pm. Freebo, Harold Payne and Richard Mekdeci join together in a unique musical conversation. Artists perform in a round robin format, engaging in banter, sharing how songs were written and creating impromptu arrangements. $20. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Love Without Pain – 9:30am-12:30pm. We all wish for good relationships in our lives, but they often suffer from misunderstandings, unrealistic expectations and conflict. In this workshop receive simple and practical advice about how to find meaning and enjoyment in all of your relationships. $25. Kadampa Meditation Center Phoenix, 614 E Townley Ave, Phoenix. MeditationInArizona.org.

New Cellular Health Technology Seminar – 10am-Noon. Presented by Dr. David Silverman MD and a medical panel. Named by Huffington Post as “One of the Top Five Emerging Scientific Technologies that will shape our lives in the future.” Free and free samples. RSVP: sallytrautner@cox.net or 480-767-6200.

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Portal to Energy Healing – Noon-4pm. Witness amazing changes with energy medicine. With Marsha Craven. $50 for one, $80 for two. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

Pure Light and Reiki Therapy Level 1 – 9am5pm. Blending traditional Usui with other energy modalities to bring to you balance and clearing of self-treatments. $90. Pure Light Therapies. RSVP: 480-695-2002 or purelight1111@gmail.com.

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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Reflexology Feet – 9am-6pm, Feb 6-7. 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: 623215-7988. How2Heal.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Massage Training and Certification – Start of spring class from a non-corporate independent school with rich curriculum. Sedona School of Massage, Sedona. 928-284-3693. SedonaSchool.com.

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.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Full Moon Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Incorporates light kundalini yoga, meditation, plus deep relaxation and healing to the sound of the gong.

With Sevak Singh. $25 advance, $30 door. Anahata Yoga, Sound and Energy Healing, 14148 N 100th St, Ste C-130, Scottsdale. 480-699-9600.

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“I Love Myself Special” DNA Cell(f) Imagery and Communication – Feb 9-12. 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.

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Past Life Regression – 10am-Noon. Ever been to a new location and everything felt very familiar? Ever felt like you already know someone you just met? These experiences could be the memories from a past life. Explore a past life, connect with your spirit guides and receive messages to enrich your current life. $30. Purple Lotus Pathway, 4111 E Valley Auto Dr, Ste 208, Mesa. RSVP: purplelotus@purplelotuspathway.com or 602-790-8970.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10 IANDS – 7pm. The International Association for Near Death Studies presents Robin Aisha Landsong, author of Aisha, A Memoir of Dying and Coming Back to Life in Africa, was kidnapped when she was 8 years old and taken to Africa where she escaped and was adopted by a native tribe. $10. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

Rolling with the OMies – 7-8pm. Join Ronee and your OMies for an hour of crystal sonic vibrations and healing while she plays her Palladium C# “OM” Bowl and guides the class through 60 minutes of Rolling OMs. Anahata Yoga, Sound and Energy Healing, 14148 N 100th St, Ste C-130, Scottsdale. 480-699-9600. AnahataYogaAz.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Healing for Star Seeds – 3-5pm. Learn how to heal fatigue, skin irritation, headaches, other symptoms. Receive high vibration energy downloads to help heal. MoonlightManifestation.com.

Herbal Intensive Certification Class – 9am1pm, 5 wk series. Journey into the healing world of medicinal plants where you will see, taste, feel and smell a variety of herbs in this comprehensive course. SW Herb, 148 N Center St, Mesa. 480694-9931. swherb.com.

Singing Medicine Workshop – 10am-12:30pm.

Many participants say they have been profoundly moved during Robin Landsong and John Utter’s events. After warm-ups, the group will sing as one entity. $30 advance, $40 door. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

Spiritual and Enlightened Perspectives on Politics – 10am-Noon. Alex Hermosillo and Amy LaLicata of Mastery of Energy Healing discuss the spiritual aspects in the outcome of the recent presidential election and how to navigate the political changes that are ahead. $10. The Shrine of Holy Wisdom, 5025 S Ash Ave, Ste B-15, Tempe.

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Awakening A Whole New World – 3-5pm. Discover energies of the current times, the potential and opportunity for all to awaken to a new self.

Sounds, melodies and a cosmic heart meditation.

With Cheryl and Jon Pederson. $10. New Vision Center, 18010 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix. RSVP: 602-670-6106 or theheartcenter@gmail.com. cherylpederson.com/events.

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Willo Home Tour – 10am-4pm. Phoenix’s largest historic neighborhood opens its doors to share beautifully restored Tudors, Spanish revival, mid-century, bungalows, mini ranch and craftsman homes. $18. Monte Vista and Holly Roads, Phoenix. WilloHistoricDistrict.com.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Reiki or 13th Octave LaHoChi Mini Sessions – 10am-7pm. 13th Octave LaHoChi is a high frequency, hands-on healing technique that gracefully brings balance and harmony to the energy fields, chakra system, meridians and physical body while opening spiritual awareness and gifts. $30 for 30 min session. Purple Lotus Pathway, 4111 E Valley Auto Dr, Ste 208, Mesa. RSVP: purplelotus@ purplelotuspathway.com or 602-790-8970.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 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.

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Bellafill Informational Party and Demo – 6:30-8pm. Learn about one of the most effective filling treatments, with information session and live demo. Experience aesthetic treatments and special offers. Anti-aging Clinic, 5350 N 16th St, Ste. 107, Phoenix. RSVP: 480-599-8370. Phoenix AntiAging.com.

An Evening of Yoga Nidra – 7-8:30pm. Hear Kamini Desai teach from her new book, Yoga Nidra: The Art of Transformative Sleep. $20. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-207-6016. AMindfulnessLifeCenter.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Book Signing – Noon-4pm. Author Pam Sears shares her new work, Whispers of the White Dove: Inspirational Poetry. RSVP: 623-738-6715 or email pam@pamsears.com. PamSears.com.

Eternal Life and a Course in Miracles Workshop – 1-4:30pm. Offers a comparison of mystical and near-death experiences with “A Course in Miracles” teachings, plus standup philosophy.

With Jon Mundy, PhD. $25. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480-593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.

Intuitive Cooking Experience – 11am-1pm.

Enjoy hands-on cooking class with simple recipes and culinary techniques from new cookbook, A New View of Healthy Eating, by Melanie A. Albert.

Uses Arizona in-season veggies and fruit. $45. The Farm at South Mountain, 6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix.

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Sunday Celebration – 10:30am. Featuring guest speaker Jon Mundy on “Healing the T(error)ist Within”. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480-593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Abiding in Illusion-like Reality – 7-8:30pm.

Gain a greater understanding of the true nature of reality and our mind will be free from a sense of limitation and insecurity and will fill with happiness. With Canadian monk Gen Thekchen. $15.

Kadampa Meditation Center Phoenix, 614 E Townley Ave, Phoenix. MeditationInArizona.org.

Reiki I and II – 10am-6pm, Feb 21-22. 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.

Treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Snoring and TMJ – 5pm. Informational seminar that discusses treatment options using oral appliance therapy and how it works. Free. Koala Center for Sleep Disorders - Biltmore, 4235 N 32nd St, Ste A, Phoenix. 602-883-1931. KoalaBiltmore.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Community Healing Circle – 7-8pm. Chanting the Siri Gaitri Mantra for sacred healing and a unique meditation captures the radiant healing energy of the cosmos and connects it to you, the practitioner. Free. Anahata Yoga, Sound and Energy Healing, 14148 N 100th St, Ste C-130, Scottsdale. 480-699-9600. AnahataYogaAz.com.

CranialSacral Balancing Therapy I – 9am-6pm, Feb 24-26. Powerful complementary healing modality supports healing from the inside. Take the therapeutic benefits experienced in class home to family, friends and your practice. With Barbara Jenkins. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988.

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IANDS – 7pm. The International Association for Near Death Studies presents Lesley Lupo who shares her near-death experience and help people find their own inner guidance. $10 ($5 seniors or students). Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Classes – Feb 15-Apr 12, 8 wks. Solution Mindfulness offers the traditional structured and supported eightweek, 30-hour MBSR program originally designed

by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. With Genevieve Tregor. $395 when mentioning Natural Awakenings. And Breathe, Phoenix. Register: SolutionMindfulness. com or 602-910-4240.

Universal White Time Healing Teacher Training Level 1 – Feb 15-18. 10% discount when you mention Natural Awakenings. 33998 N 57th Pl, Scottsdale. 480-767-6200. WhiteTimeHealingClasses.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Chakra Balancing and Healing – 10am-6pm, Feb 16-17. Experience the power of balancing and healing through your major chakras. With Marsha Craven. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623215-7988. How2Heal.com.

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Universal White Time Healing Certified Level One – Feb 24-28. 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 25 Crystal Healing Class – 9am-5pm, Feb 25-26.

Become an effective and knowledgeable Crystal Healing Practitioner. Recognize areas for healing how to apply custom body grids with the

appropriate crystals. Includes: crystal structures, identification, uses and more, plus Vortex Tour. All levels welcome. Pre-register required. $333.

Sedona Medium, 20 Bell Rock Pl, Ste I, Sedona.

RVSP required: Christina Wooten 336-420-2398 or SedonaMedium.com.

Kids Cooking – 11:30am-12:30pm. Hands-on cooking class where kids will enjoy making their own culinary creations with their favorite local, inseason farmers’ market veggies and fruit, including making a salad by massaging kale and spiralizing veggies. $25. The Farm at South Mountain, 6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix. EXPNutrition.com.

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26 How to Teach Meditation In Your Yoga Class – 2-4pm. Step-by-step instruction to confidently guide your students into a space of awareness.

With Steve Price. $25. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-2076016. AMindfulnessLifeCenter.com.

Interfaith Q&A Representing 7th Day Adventist – 1-2:30pm. Various religious leaders share the tenets of their faith, as well as their personal story, and answers to questions from the audience. The purpose is to bridge the gap of misunderstanding and misconceptions about other religions, and to help contribute to a consciousness of peace and cooperation among people of faith. With Ray Navarro. $10. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Nazim Rashid 623-932-1385.

The Temple of the Creative Flame – 7-8:30pm.

Sehat’s Portal Iseum presents A New Moon Ritual and Meditation Circle for women only. $15. The Shrine of Holy Wisdom, 5025 S Ash Ave, Ste B-15, Tempe. 480-219-9633.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27 Perinatal Massage Certification – 8am-5pm, Feb 27-Mar 2. Comprehensive (prenatal, labor and post-partum) hands-on continuing education designed for licensed massage therapists, RN, PT, OT, midwives, doulas or other medical professionals with understanding of female reproductive anatomy. With Tammy Roecker. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix.

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

Take advantage of fresh, local produce from the best Arizona farms. Most markets are transitioned to winter hours. Visit their respective websites for the most current information.

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

Carefree Farmers’ Market 1 Sundial Circle, Carefree Fridays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Chandler Farmers’ Market: 3 South Arizona Avenue, Chandler Thursdays 3 to 7 p.m.

Gilbert Farmers’ Market: 222 North Ash Street, Gilbert Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon Goodyear Farmers’ Market 3151 North Litchfield Road, Goodyear Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Mesa Community Farmers’ Market: 20 E. Main St., Mesa Fridays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Old Town Scottsdale Farmers’ Market 3806 North Brown Avenue, Scottsdale Saturdays 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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

Phoenix Public Market: 721 North Central Avenue, Phoenix Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Roadrunner Park Farmers’ Market: 3502 East Cactus Rd., Phoenix Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sun City Farmers’ Market 16820 North 99th Avenue, Sun City Thursdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Reiki or 13th Octave LaHoChi Mini Sessions – 10am-7pm. 13th Octave LaHoChi is a high frequency, hands-on healing technique that gracefully brings balance and harmony to the energy fields, chakra system, meridians and physical body while opening spiritual awareness and gifts. $30 for 30 min session. Purple Lotus Pathway, 4111 E Valley Auto Dr, Ste 208, Mesa. RSVP: purplelotus@ purplelotuspathway.com or 602-790-8970.

Universal White Time Healing Certified Level Two – Feb 28-Mar 1. Continuation of the White Time certification process with a two-day advanced level course. 10% discount when you mention Natural Awakenings. 33998 N 57th Pl, Scottsdale. 480-767-6200. WhiteTimeHealingClasses.com.

savethedate MARCH 1 Bellafill Informational Party and Demo – 6:308pm. Learn about one of the most effective filling treatments, with information session and live demo. Experience aesthetic treatments and special offers. Free. Anti-aging Clinic, 11883 N Saguaro Blvd #100A, Fountain Hills. RSVP: 480-5998370. PhoenixAntiAging.com.

Guided Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. 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 or info@How2Heal.com. How2Heal.com.

MARCH 2 Reversing Serious Eye Ailments – 7-9pm. Dr. Edward Kondrot, a board-certified ophthalmologist hosts an educational seminar on reversing macular degeneration, cataracts and glaucoma using alternative methods, including microcurrent and stem cell injections. Free. Phoenix Airport DoubleTree Hotel, 320 N 44th St, Phoenix.

800-430-9328 or Info@HealingTheEye.com or PhoenixSeminar2017.com.

MARCH 3 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.

Reiki Healing Circle – 2-4pm. Find out what Reiki is all about and experience a Reiki healing attunement from Marsha Craven’s new class of Reiki Master Teachers. Craven is a 5th generation Usui Reiki Master Teacher and 2015 Natural Choice Award Winner as Reiki Practitioner. Free.

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

MARCH 4 Get Started with Microcurrent Workshop – 9am-4pm, Mar 4-5. Dr. Edward Kondrot, a boardcertified ophthalmologist hosts an educational workshop on reversing macular degeneration, cataracts and glaucoma using alternative methods, including microcurrent and stem cell injections. $695. Phoenix Airport DoubleTree Hotel, 320 N 44th St, Phoenix. 800-430-9328 or Info@HealingTheEye.com or PhoenixSeminar2017.com.

markyourcalendar Sedona Yoga Festival March 9-12

Multiple reknowned speakers help attendees deepen their yoga practice and tap into ancient wisdom with yoga, meditation, hiking and energy work.

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Reiki I and II – 10am-6pm, Mar 4-5. 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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MARCH 5 GERI-FIT Senior Fitness Instructor Certification – 10am-5pm. Open to certified and non-certified exercise instructors and family caregivers. Accredited by the American Council on Exercise, NSCA, and CDSS. Phoenix location.

Online courses also available. Learn from home.

1-888-GERI-FIT x3. Gerifit.com.

MARCH 6 Reflexology Feet – 9am-6pm, Mar 6-7. 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: 623215-7988. How2Heal.com.

MARCH 8 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.

MARCH 9 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. 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 Three – Mar 9-12. Continuation of the White Time certification process with an advanced level course. 10% discount when you mention Natural Awakenings. 33998 N 57th Pl, Scottsdale. 480767-6200. WhiteTimeHealingClasses.com.

MARCH 10 Thai Foot Massage – 9am-6pm. Learn Thaistyle foot massage which blends foot reflexology (working specific points on the feet) with foot and leg massage techniques from Traditional Thai Massage. With Joel and Lauren Sheposh. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

MARCH 11 Soul Radiance Retreat – 9am-12:30pm, Mar 11-12. Reconnect with your spirit, awaken to your full potential, and strengthen your soul connection. This essential inner journey includes meditation instruction, mindful movement, and self-discovery exercises, as well as silent and guided meditations. With Sarah McLean. $325.

Sedona Rouge, 2250 W Hwy 89A, Sedona. 928204-0067. McLeanMeditation.com.

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MARCH 12 Awakening A Whole New World – 3-5pm.

Physical, Emotions and Mental Wellbeing in New Paradigm. Discover energies of the current times, the potential and opportunity for all to awaken to a new self. Sounds, melodies and a cosmic heart meditation. With Cheryl and Jon Pederson. $10.

New Vision Center, 18010 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix. RSVP: 602-670-6106 or theheartcenter@ gmail.com. cherylpederson.com/events.

MARCH 18 Aromatherapy for Wellness – Noon-5pm. Provides information on the benefits, cautions, properties, selection and safe application of essential oils selected to promote wellness. Includes an essential oil kit and support kit with oils appropriate for use in business and home environments. With Marsha Craven. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988.

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MARCH 19 Intuitive Cooking Experience – 11am-1pm.

Enjoy hands-on cooking class with simple recipes and culinary techniques from new cookbook, A New View of Healthy Eating, by Melanie A. Albert.

Uses Arizona in-season veggies and fruit. $45. The Farm at South Mountain, 6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix.

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markyourcalendar Self-Empowered Wisdom Retreat March 12-16

Spend the Spring Equinox in this intimate retreat with Gregg Braden and other spiritual teachers and healers. Unearth the highest expression of yourself and transcend old relationship patterns, and much more.

The Sedona Creative Life Center Sedona 928-284-0791 • StellarProductionsLive.com Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-2157988. How2Heal.com.

MARCH 24 Spring Cleaning for the Soul – Mar 24-25.

Self-realization, stories in courage, healing, yoga, reflexology, finding one’s truth, chakra healing and more. $50 off when you use promo code NATURAL. Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center, Carefree. 480-4613888. FitnessFest.org/retreat.

MARCH 26

Rock N’ Rain – 10am-6pm. Learn a new protocol and exchange sessions with another participant.

Go home refreshed, recharged and motivated in your work and personal life. Essential oils and reusable heat pack included. With Marsha Craven. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988.

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Equine Experiential Group – 1-3:30pm. An equine experiential coaching adventure that allows attendees to explore the synergy of healing and learning that exists between horses and humans. $150. Tierra Madre Horse Sanctuary, 27115 N 45th St, Cave Creek. Christine Badoux. 602-380-1948.

MARCH 20 CranialSacral Balancing Therapy I – 9am-6pm, Mar 20-22. Powerful complementary healing modality supports healing from the inside. Take the therapeutic benefits experienced in class home to family, friends and your practice. With Barbara Jenkins. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W Northern Ave, Ste 100, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988.

How2Heal.com.

Dance in the Light 1.0 Retreat – Apr 6-9. We all have the ability to play in the mystical world – we just weren’t encouraged to play in that realm. The time has come for lightworkers to find their true path, to empower themselves and others. Develop your psychic abilities, meet your spirit guides and play with energy. Facilitated by BakeR Gendron, the psychic coach. $488. Gateway Cottage Wellness Center, 470 N Hwy 89A, Sedona. 928-8624400. GatewayCottageWellness.com.

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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Classes – Mar 21-May 16, 8 wks. Solution Mindfulness offers the traditional structured and supported eight-week, 30-hour MBSR program originally designed by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. With Genevieve Tregor. $395 when mentioning Natural Awakenings. Psychological Counseling Services, Scottsdale. Register: SolutionMindfulness.com or 602-910-4240.

Embracing Your Journey Expo – 9am-5pm. A holistic, wellness and metaphysical event. Vendors, raffles, speakers and more. Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort, 7677 N 16th St, Phoenix.

480-296-1928. PurpleLotusProductions.com.

MARCH 23 Cranial Neural Support for Longevity – 10am6pm, Mar 23-26. Techniques for working and communicating with the brain, cranial and neuro systems to promote wellness and more. Massage therapists, energy healers and caregivers will want to attend. With Marsha Craven, winner of 2014 and 2015 Natural Choice Award for craniosacral practitioner. Healing Arts Connection, 1715 W

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MAY 10 Shamanic Reiki Retreat – May 10-13. Shamanic Reiki integrates shamanic practices with the potent healing energy of Reiki. Shamanic practices are ancient techniques used to align you with earth’s energy, your higher spirit, spirit guides and animal totems to perform transformative healing work.

Learn to see, feel or sense blocks or negative energy which are limiting your clients from living a full, healthy life. Facilitated by BakeR Gendron, The Psychic Coach. $688. Gateway Cottage Wellness Center, 470 N SR 89A, Sedona. RVSP: 928-862-4400.

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Tai Chi and Qi Gong – 10-11am. Activate and experience the natural healing capabilities in the body. With Leslie Cook. $10-15 donation. Unity of Mesa, 2740 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700.

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tuesdays Acupressure Self Help – 10:30-11:30am.

Imagine your body free of stress and opening to self-love. All sessions open to newcomers. With Victoria Mogilner. $10. Unity of Mesa Annex Bldg, 2740 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700.

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Chronic Pain Prevention 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.

Shakti Naam Yoga – 6:45-8:15pm. Experience a new type of yoga using music, mantra, mudra (hand positions), meditation and movement to align with the vibration of the universe, bringing more health and happiness into your life. With Moriah Salzman and Jeannie MacLaughlin. $10 donation. Unity of Mesa, 2740 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

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 Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement – 12:30-1:30pm. Receive greater self-connection, self-awareness, self-healing and tr3ansformation. This method bypasses all conditioning and habitual stress patterns to achieve instant relief and to break unconscious patterns. $20 per class/6 for $100. And Breathe, 3201 N 3rd St, Phoenix.

Intuition Playdates – 4-6pm, 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Want to recharge and have fun while gaining guidance and solutions to issues that have been sapping your time and energy? Experience playful exercises to help you connect to your intuition and higher wisdom and practice your psychic senses in a safe, loving and supportive environment. Facilitated by BakeR Gendron, The Psychic Coach. $20. Gateway Cottage Wellness Center, 470 N SR 89A, Sedona. RVSP: 928-862-4400.

Meditation and Mindfulness Made Easy – 7-8pm. Learn how to meditate, or reconnect with the basics for seasoned meditators. With Jere Friedman. $15 or class pass. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480207-6016. AMindfulnessLifeCenter.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 Mind, Body and Spirit Group – 5 wk series starting Feb 9. Enjoy meditation, drawing and writing exercises and more that is part of a wellness meeting on the body, soul, mind and spirit. $200. Antiaging Clinic, 5350 N 16th St, Ste. 107, Phoenix.

RSVP: 480-599-8370. PhoenixAntiAging.com.

Buddhist Meditation – 6:30-8pm. Based on the “Eight Steps to Happiness,” taught by representatives from Kadampa Meditation Center. $10; $5/students and unemployed. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700, UnityOfMesa.org.

Learn to Meditate Series: Meditations for a Kind Heart – 10am, Feb 2-16. Discover three simple guided meditations will help us to develop greater peace of mind and happiness, and to improve our relationships with others through learning to cherish others. $25 for the series including the guided meditation CD or $5 per class. Kadampa Meditation Center Phoenix, 614 E Townley Ave, Phoenix. MeditationInArizona.org.

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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.

saturdays Boot Camp – Cardio, core and strength training. $5 first session. Granada Park, Phoenix. 602-6394054. PamelaFitness.com.

sundays Celebration Service – 10:30-11:45am. Whether you are a follower of new thought or ancient wisdom, a student of ACIM, a gong or drum circle enthusiast, an interfaith seeker, a music lover, or if you are simply looking for the friendship of open-minded and creative people, you will find a welcome home here.

February theme is “What is Love?” Divine Love is Eternal, Unlimited, and Unconditional. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, #102, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480-593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.

Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement – 11am-Noon. Receive greater self-connection, selfawareness, self-healing and transformation. This method bypasses all conditioning and habitual stress patterns to achieve instant relief and to break unconscious patterns. $20 per class/6 for $100. 40th St and Cactus, Phoenix. Jacqueline Bayne: 602821-7149 or jacquelinebayne1@gmail.com.

The Spiritual Quest – 10:15-11:30am. Practical spirituality from Mark and Elizabeth Clare Prophet. Bookstore 10am-1pm. Mary’s Way Montessori-style children’s program. Phoenix Summit Lighthouse, 4105 N 20th St, Ste 115, Phoenix. 480-442-5020 or 602-703-9570.

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 10:15am. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. 480-892-2700. UnityOfMesa.org.

Sunday Services – 10:30am. Additional Sunday Services include 5:30pm on 2nd & 4th Sunday and 5:30pm Healing Service 1st & 3rd Sunday. Rising Phoenix Spiritualist Church and Metaphysical Community, 1522 W Encanto Blvd, Phoenix.

RisingPhxChurch.org. 602-428-0857.

2017 HEALTHY LIVING DIRECTORY communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email PhoenixAds@naturalAZ.com or visit www.naturalAZ.com and download our media kit.

ACUPUNCTURE BAREFOOT ACUPUNCTURE COMMUNITY PAIN & STRESS CLINIC 6722 E. Avalon Drive, Suite 1 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 602-954-8016 Barefoot-Acupuncture.com

Affordable pain and stress relief for working people.

Acupuncture for as little as $25 per session for established patients getting a series of 5-10 treatments.

Custom Chinese herbal formulas for common ailments. Skin health specialist. Top-tier skills without the frills.

ART CLASSES WATERCOLOR ART CLASSES Allura Westly 3611 E. Sunnyside Drive Phoenix, AZ 85028 602-469-0524 allurawatercolor@cox.net AlluraWaterColor.com

Allura Westly, master teacher, opens her sanctuary studio to 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.

CLEANING SERVICES BENNETT’S CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Valleywide Service 480-994-4988 BennettsCarpetCleaningAz.com Eco-friendly carpet & upholstery cleaning. Featuring organic cleaners and odor removal products derived from renewable seed and vegetable sources. No perfumes, solvents or other hazardous products. No phosphates. Products also available for in home use. Licensed and owner operated since 1974. See ad on page 40.

PURMAID

844-PUR-MAID PurMaid.com An eco-friendly home and office cleaning company & offers natural cleaning products. 844-PUR-MAID. See ad on page 13.

CANCER ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE SALT CHALET ARIZONA

Pavel Gershkovich, CHP, CRP 5011 N. Granite Reef Road Scottsdale, AZ 85250 480-621-6041 SaltChaletArizona.com ArizonaLeechTherapy.com Our rooms are coated from floor to ceiling with multiple layers of pure, untreated salt from the Dead Sea. Providing relief for many health conditions. See ad on page 41.

AN OASIS OF HEALING

210 N. Center Street, Suite 102 Mesa, AZ 85201 480-834-5414 AnOasisOfHealing.com

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Leading alternative medicine cancer specialist. Combines nature and science in a comprehensive and integrative way nobody else does. Accepting patients from around the world.

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JOYOUS LIFE COACHING & CONSULTING

Joy Carter, MSW, CHt, LC Certified Hypnotherapist & Life Coach 602-730-6213 JoyousLifeCoach@gmail.com JoyousLifeCoach.net

Mindful Habit Change, Weight Loss, Life Coaching and Hypnotherapy. Improve your life using the easy and effective Mindful H.A.B.I.T.S.™ method for lasting habit change.

DR. HARLAN SPARER SW HERB SHOP & GATHERING PLACE Kathleen Gould, RH 148 N. Center Street Mesa, AZ 85201 480-694-9931 SWHerb.com

Hundreds of bulk medicinal herbs and specialty blends, multitude of classes of all kinds, rental space. Medicinemaking supplies, herbal bath shoppe. Varied therapists available. See ad on page 36.

5308 South Heather Drive Tempe, AZ 85283 480-245-7894 TempeNonForce.com

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

Dr. Harlan Sparer is a Wholistic C h i r o p r a c t o r, e x c l u s i v e l y practicing the Directional Non Force Technique®, for the last 30 years. He adjusts ligaments, muscles, bones, and discs.

MELINDA SMITH

Colon hydrotherapy, biofeedback, pets, homeopathy, energetic facelift, anti aging and iridology Scottsdale 602-317-7677 BestVisionOfHealth.com Gentle, relaxing session with unique gas release technique to eliminate toxins and get rid of pain. Biofeedback scan and healing to detect hidden risk factors, on pets and horses as well.

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NATURAL MEDICINE & DETOX 301 W. Roosevelt Street, Suite 2 Phoenix, AZ 85003 602-307-0888 NaturalMedicineAndDetox.com

We offer both open and closed colon hydrotherapy systems performed by certified colon hydrotherapy professionals. Receive a free 45 minute infrared sauna session with purchase when mentioning Natural Awakenings. Call for details 602-307-0888.

CRANIOSACRAL MARY PETERSON PHYSICAL THERAPY

Mary Peterson PT, MS Ed 480-998-1646 MaryPetersonPT.com Personalized care for lingering pain and stress. Integrating handson therapies like visceral manipulation, cranial therapy and myofascial release with self-care strategies. Over 25 years experience finding solutions.

DENTISTS INTEGRATIVE DENTAL ASSOCIATES Lisa M. Butler, DMD 4202 N. 32nd Street, Suite A Phoenix, AZ 85018 602-956-4807 IntegrativeDental.com

Providing biologic dentistry personalized to fit your needs in a caring and supportive environment. We offer many holistic procedures using the latest in modern technology. Dr. Butler is a member of the Holistic Dental Association and the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology. See ad on page 17 and 21.

MILLENNIUM DENTAL ASSOCIATES Nicholas J. Meyer, DDS, DNM 5705 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite D-110 Scottsdale, AZ 85250 480-948-0560 MillDental.com

Dr. Meyer offers more than 35 years’ experience in holistic dentistry, including advanced general dentistry and an extraordinary knowledge of services found in complimentary medicine. See ad on page 4.

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Dr. Michael Margolis and Dr. Stephen Kovar 2045 S. Vineyard Rd. #153 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-833-2232 MyDentistAZ.com A holistic and biological approach to your dental needs and overall health. Bio-compatible dentistry, esthetic dentistry lumineers/veneers, family dentistry and much more. See ad on page 3.

ENERGY HEALING BODY HARMONIC/ESOTERIC HEALING

Jon Pederson GSCV, EA 480-585-6990 CherylPederson.com/body-harmonics Jon, an energy healer for over 30 years, created Body Harmonics.

A sound energy system that clears and balances the body’s energy fields, clearing issues in present and past lifetimes. He is also certified in Esoteric Healing, which assists with transitional phases of our lives.

PURE SMILES

Jason A. Jones, DMD 7231 E. Princess Boulevard, Suite 207 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480-585-1612 PureSmilesAz.com Exceptional dental service with dedication to comfort and compassion. We carefully assist each procedure and select the products to help preserve and protect your overall well-being. See ad on page 9.

WELCOME HOME DENTAL David G. Lewis, DDS 408 E. Southern Ave. Tempe, AZ 85282 480-967-4204 WelcomeHomeDental.net

Unique dental practice focusing personal attention on each patient with a health-conscious approach. Free consultation or second opinion when you mention this ad. See ad on page 54.

WOLSKI CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE DENTISTRY

Krystyna Wolski, DDS, DMD, M.D., M.D.(H) 14269 N. 87th Street, Suite 107 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-991-3357 Offering a unique dental-body approach for over 20 years.

Health problems often begin in the mouth because your teeth and body are connected through acupuncture meridians. Modalities include kinesiology, electro-dermal testing and homeopathy. See ad on page 15.

BUBBLING WELL HEALTH OFFERINGS Linda P. Essex, R.N. Prescott 928-710-2178 BubblingWell@cableone.net

Linda has over 30 yrs of experience to assist you to meet your needs.

Pamper your body and spirit with food-based healing and products, healing touch, channeling for spiritual guidance and Qigong lessons. Private and group sessions or demonstrations by appt.

KIM CARTER, M.A., HTCP, RYT 2045 S. Vineyard Avenue, Suite 139 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-773-6599 kim@restoringbalanceaz.com RestoringBalanceAZ.com

Kim is a Healing Touch Certified Practitioner specializing in grief and loss, serious/chronic illness and spiritual growth. Her emphasis is on empowering clients to recognize, trust and act on their own intuition.

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High Vibrational Healing Energy Mesa, AZ 480-358-7994 vivianechauvet@hotmail.com VivianeChauvet.com Viviane is a certified ThetaHealing® Practitioner, Galactic Crystalline Vibrational Healer, Access BARS ® Practitioner, and Reiki Master. Her Fifth-Dimensional Frequency allows her to assess your health to detect issues, pain and other problems.

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Geri-Fit® is an evidencebased group strength training exercise class for older adults. Licenses are now available to fitness instructors and facilities nationwide.

ANAHATA SOUND AND ENERGY HEALING

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HOLISTIC HEALTH A MINDFULNESS LIFE CENTER 10339 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85253 480-207-6016 AMindfulnessLifeCenter.com

A Mindfulness Life Center offers: meditation classes, mindfulness classes, yoga (i.e. gentle, restorative, kundalini, flow, yin), sound healing (crystal bowls/gong), yoga nidra, tai chi, qigong, breathing classes, stress reduction programming (mindfulness based stress reduction), workshops, special events and energy healing services. No experience needed. See ad on page 43.

Offering unique services to help you heal on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels.

Soul Healing, Akashic Record Readings, Acupuncture, Detox, Facial Rejuvenation, more.

TOTAL REJUVENATION CENTER Victoria Mogilner 2928 N. 70th Street, Suite E Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-560-1454 victoria@east-westcenter.com east-westcenter.com

Buy one, get one free on your first visit on any acupuncture, reiki, massage, chakra balancing or hypnosis service. 30 years’ experience; trained in China.

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HORMONE THERAPY INNOVATIVE PRIMARY CARE

2915 E. Baseline Road, Suite 101 Gilbert, AZ 85234 480-776-0626 InnovativePrimaryCareAz.com/ bio-identical-hormones Struggling with low energy, depression, diminished sex drive or other confusing symptoms? Dr. Sandra Levitt, M.D. will work closely with you to determine if bioidentical hormone replacement therapy will fit your needs.

Pellets offered.

HYPNOTHERAPY INSIGHTS FOR LIFE

Martha Reed, PhD 18589 N. 59th Avenue, Suite 108 Glendale, AZ 85308 623-249-5888 InsightsForLife.center “Easily Lose ½-1 pound a day” with my whole person approach.

Combining Homeopathics, Hypnotherapy, Far Infrared Heat Therapy, Life Coaching and Vibefit Therapy. No Needles and Homeopathic Safe. See ad on page 19.

NSURANCE DANIEL SALERNO

Farm Bureau Financial Services 325 S. Higley Road, Suite 100 Gilbert, AZ 85296 480-635-3844 DanielSalerno.fbfs.com Holistic insurance for your holistic life. See how Daniel can help make it simple to protect your family, home, car and business.

See ad on page 23.

LESTER R. KLEBE, D.P.M.

Foot and Ankle Care 10555 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite A101 Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 602-954-0777 Practicing in the Phoenix area, Dr. Klebe offers complete foot and ankle care. Holistically oriented, Dr. Klebe integrates homeopathic medicine with conventional medical care. See ad on page 35.

DR. SANDRA LEVITT

2915 E. Baseline Road, Suite 101 Gilbert, AZ 85234 Toll Free 1-866-696-3847 mdvip.com/SandraLevittMD Guided by the principal of integrating care of the mind, body and spirit, board-certified primary care physician, Dr. Sandra Levitt, will be offering personalized care, including prevention, wellness and education through her concierge-like practice.

KECIA SMETTE, DO

Shen Wellness Center 10210 W. Happy Valley Parkway, Suite 140 Peoria, AZ 85383 623-282-4642 Shen-Wellness-Center.com Shen Wellness Center was created for patients who prefer a more holistic and integrative approach for their healthcare. Dr. Smette is board certified in family medicine, with additional training in geriatric medicine and medical acupuncture.

She believes in long appointments (1-2 hours), truly getting to know her patients and empowering them to optimize their health.

MINDFULNESS SOLUTION MINDFULNESS

MEDICAL DOCTORS INNOVATIVE PRIMARY CARE 2915 E. Baseline Road, Suite 101 Gilbert, AZ 85234 480-776-0626 InnovativePrimaryCareAz.com

An integrated medical and wellness practice offering individualized attention and a variety of services including BHRT and naturopathy. Find list of doctors, services and car ef u lly-vetted health supplements at InnovativePrimaryCareAZ.com.

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Genevieve Tregor, MS, Owner and Mindfulness Educator 602-910-4240 info@solutionmindfulness.com SolutionMindfulness.com Mindfulness retreats and classes, traditional MBSR, and professional speaking engagements by content expert with depth of experience. Offers APA CE for Psychologists and health professionals.

MOVEMENT FELDENKRAIS PHOENIX

40th Street & Cactus or at And Breathe 3201 N. 3rd St., Phoenix AZ 85012 602-821-7149 (for both) Jacqueline Bayne has had over 20 years experience as a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner, guiding people in slow gentle movements, either verbally or with touch. This method can assist with higher function such as relaxation, better posture, reduction of pain, for most anybody, and particularly dancers, artists, people in pain or those who simply want to move with greater ease through life.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS MELANIE ICARD, NMD

Anti-aging Clinic 5350 N. 16th Street, Suite 107 Phoenix, AZ 85016 480-599-8370 PhoenixAntiAging.com Dr. Icard specializes in anti-aging medicine, natural pain management and reversal, natural and traditional aesthetics, ozone therapy, and mind body medicine.

She has extensive training in biological medicine, Prolotherapy and PRP, aesthetics and ozone therapy. See ad on page 11.

KATKA NOVAKOVA, MD (EUROPE), ND 29850 N. Tatum Boulevard, Suite 114 Cave Creek, AZ 85331 480-524-4304 info@DrKatka.com DrKatka.com

My desire is to educate, empower and inspire people on their personal healing journey. I believe that healing is possible—on all levels. See ad on page 47.

PAUL STALLONE, NMD

Arizona Integrative Medical Center, P.C. 8144 E. Cactus Road #820 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-214-3922 DrStallone.com Dr. Stallone’s main focus is to listen and understand the underlying cause of an individual’s illness. Often it is a combination of nutritional, emotional, chemical, structural, and lifestyle factors. He uses a vast array of modalities to effectively treat the acute and chronic diseases that are commonly seen today. See ad on inside front cover.

BARRIE ZELLER, NMD

Zest Natural Medicine 1405 N. Dobson Road #20 Chandler, AZ 85224 480-361-5108 ZestNaturalMedicine.com Dr. Barrie Zeller specializes in gastrointestinal concerns, obesity, food allergies, adrenal fatigue, hormone imbalances, and women’s health. She uses bioidentical hormone therapy and other natural therapies to guide the body and mind to wellness.

Her approach to treatment is to devise a plan that fits your life. See ad on page 35.

PHYSICAL THERAPY

SCHOOLS

STUDIO HEALTH

SOUTHWEST INSTITUTE OF HEALING ARTS

Pain Therapies & Performance Solutions 1425 S. Higley Road, Suite #101 Gilbert, AZ 85296 480-466-6398 StudioHealthAz.com

1100 E. Apache Boulevard Tempe, AZ 85281 480-994-9244 info@swiha.edu swiha.edu

An integrative 3 step approach for pain relief using stretch therapy, corrective exercise, and nutrient metabolism identification. Free 1 hour introduction class Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm please RSVP.

PAIN MANAGEMENT INNOVATIVE PRIMARY CARE 2915 E. Baseline Road, Suite 101 Gilbert, AZ 85234 480-776-0626 InnovativePrimaryCareAz.com

Are you in pain? Dr. Xan Simonson specializes in acupuncture and prolotherapy to help stimulate the body’s natural healing process to strengthen joints weakened by trauma or arthritis. She also specializes in breast implant detox.

PEST CONTROL ARIZONA ORGANIC PEST & TERMITE CONTROL Organic Pest Control 602-923-1457 ArizonaOrganic.com

Avoid being exposed to dangerous chemicals when all-natural and safer alternatives work just as well and last longer. See ad on page 19.

PET CARE ANDREA SOBOTKA, AKA “CRITTER DOC”

ASAM, Sh. Reiki, HTAP, Animal Communicator and Counselor 602-317-1543 Critterdoc1@cox.net SpiritAnimalWisdom.com With a gentle healing touch, Andrea provides earth medicine and energy healing, animal communication, and intuitive counsel for pets and their people.

RETREATS/WORKSHOPS EXPERIENCE NUTRITION GROUP, LLC Melanie A. Albert Phoenix, AZ 602-615-2486 EXPNutrition.com Facebook.com/NewViewHealthyEating

Intuitive Cooking Experience: Workshops, cooking classes, events, and retreats for organizations. Learn simple culinary techniques; create healthy meals with whole foods; enjoy eating with community.

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SLEEP APNEA DR. BETH HAMANN, DDS

Koala Center for Sleep Disorders--Biltmore 4235 N. 32nd Street, Suite A Phoenix, AZ 85018 • 602-883-1931 KoalaBiltmore.com Dr. Hamann is passionate about helping people with sleep disorders.

She is the owner of the Koala Center for Sleep Disorders – Biltmore, providing oral appliance therapy for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Her goal is to help you sleep better so that you will experience a greater quality of life. See ad on page 52.

SALONS

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SUNNY ENERGY LLC

7329 E. Stetson Drive #11 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-318-7555 AloraOrganic.com

We are an organic eco friendly hair salon where beautiful cuts and color coexist with the best natural hair care. No harsh chemicals or synthetic fragrances. Just beautiful healthy hair. New Client special $10 off your first service. Energy healing sessions are also available. See ad on page 52.

PURE SALON

8711 E. Pinnacle Peak Road #205 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480-339-6688 PureSalonAz.com

AZ ROC #301018 Google Rating 5 Stars, BBB A rating, Facebook Rated 5 Stars 480-257-3283 SunnyEnergy.solar Dedicated to helping you invest in your future, global health and clean free electric energy while reducing your carbon footprint, through experience, integrity and quality. Offering homeowners better choices to produce their own clean and inexpensive energy.

SOUL READINGS THE H.E.A.R.T CENTER

Voted best natural salon in the Valley 2010-2014

by Natural Awakenings readers. Organic | vegan | gluten free. Clean air eco-friendly salon environment only using the finest non-toxic hair color. Also providing organic facials, oxygen treatments and microneedling. See ad on page 36.

Cheryl Pederson R.N. G.C.S.V. 480-585-6990 CherylPederson.com Clarify your life journey and understand your purpose during an open dialogue with your soul.

Cheryl, a Soul communicator and catalyst for 40 years.

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SPIRITUAL CENTERS INTERFAITH COMMUNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER

“Celebrating a Positive Path to Spiritual Living” 952 E. Baseline Road #102 • Mesa, AZ 85204 Rev. Julianne Lewis 480-593-8798 Info@Interfaith-Community.org Interfaith-Community.org At Interfaith CommUNITY, we share open-minded joyful spirituality with respect for cultural, religious and lifestyle diversity. Join us for the journey toward our unique and perfect Divine Potential! See ad on page 13.

KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER PHOENIX

New Kadampa Tradition 614 E. Townley Ave. • Phoenix, AZ 85020 602-243-5220 clearlightbc@gmail.com MeditationInArizona.org Open to all, whatever level of interest. We offer introductory and in-depth courses on meditation & Buddhism, chanted prayers, retreats and meditation for children. Classes take place at our Phoenix Center as well as other locations in the valley.

OMNI AWAKENING INSTITUTE

Divine Science & Meditative Mastery With Spiritual Master Rishi Devra 8100 E. Grapevine Road • Carefree, AZ 480-575-1276 OmniAwakening.org Info@OmniAwakening.org Meetup.com/OmniAwakening Welcome to the Valley’s premier meditation and divine science group, with spiritual master and author Rishi Devra. You are warmly invited to join us for enlightened teachings and the palpable experience of the divine. Newcomers welcome!

RISING PHOENIX SPIRITUALIST CHURCH AND METAPHYSICAL COMMUNITY 1522 W. Encanto Blvd.

Phoenix, AZ 85007 623-428-0857 RisingPhxChurch.org

Sunday Services 10:30 am and 5:30 pm. ClassesEvents-Workshops. We believe in the continuity of life & communication with spirit, supporting the mind, body spirit connection through intuitive studies and healing.

5025 S. Ash Avenue, Suite B-15 Tempe, AZ 85282 480-219-9633 retablos@cox.net TheShrineOfHolyWisdom.org

thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others.

~Robert Baden-Powell

Experience the Divine. We are an inclusive community that offers a diversity of spiritual practices. Our offerings include courses in the Western Mystical Tradition, Angelic Theurgy, Meditation and Prayer.

UNITY OF MESA

2700 E. Southern Avenue Mesa, AZ 85204 480-892-2700 UnityOfMesa.org Unity of Mesa offers practical spiritual teachings for abundant and meaningful living.

We are a progressive spiritual community that explores universal principles and practices. Weddings, memorials, christenings, classes and activities for the “spiritual, not religious”. Sunday Services: 9am and 10:45am; Youth program available. All are welcome. See ad on page 38.

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TOTAL REJUVENATION CENTER Victoria Mogilner 2928 N. 70th Street, Suite E Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-560-1454 victoria@east-westcenter.com east-westcenter.com

First class $5. Promotes stress relief, enhanced immune system, peace of mind, balanced energy and more.

WEIGHT LOSS

THE SHRINE OF HOLY WISDOM

The most worthwhile

TAI CHI

INSIGHTS FOR LIFE

Martha Reed, PhD 18589 N. 59th Avenue, Suite 108 Glendale, AZ 85308 623-249-5888 InsightsForLife.center “Easily Lose ½-1 pound a day” with my whole person approach.

Combining Homeopathics, Hypnotherapy, Far Infrared Heat Therapy, Life Coaching and Vibefit Therapy. No Needles and Homeopathic Safe. See ad on page 19.

WELLNESS CENTERS ABSOLUTE HEALTH Dr. Sara Penton, D.C. 8360 E. Raintree Drive, Suite 135 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-991-9945 AbsoluteHealthAz.com Our focus is treating the whole person based on each individual’s needs, using acupuncture, allergy relief, chiropractic, massage, naturopathic, biofeedback and neurofeedback. See ad on page 27.

SCORPION STING REMEDY Peter Bigfoot Reevis Mountain School Orders@ReevisMountain.org ReevisMountain.org

Very effective all-natural herbal remedy made by Peter Bigfoot of Reevis Mountain School. Topical application to reduce pain and suffering. It works. Order online.

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rethinking cancer graceful aging plus: yoga OCTOBER

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