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W contact us Publisher Carol Stegman Editing/Writing Theresa Archer • Alison Chabonais Alyssa Jones • Martin Miron Jim Occhiogrosso Linda Sechrist • Gayle Wilson Rose Design & Production Steffi Karwoth • Stephen Blancett Sales/Marketing Carol Stegman Technical Support Chris Stegman Advertising Carol@NaturalCinci.com 513-943-7323 Natural Awakenings Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Phone: 513-943-7323 Fax: 513-672-9530 Email: Carol@NaturalCinci.com National Advertising 239-449-8309 © 2014 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved. Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted, we require that prior permission be obtained in writing. Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed locally and is supported by our advertisers. It is available in selected stores, health and education centers, healing centers, public libraries and wherever free publications are generally seen. Please call to find a location near you or if you would like copies placed at your business. We do not necessarily endorse the views expressed in the articles and advertisements, nor are we responsible for the products and services advertised. We welcome your ideas, articles and feedback.

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riHealth Fitness and Pavilion is offering a 200-hour tai chi teacher training course from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, from January 12 to December 2015, as well as 11 weekends throughout the coming year. The teacher training is a yang-based extended study course of the philosophy and practice of tai chi. Completion of the course qualifies participants to apply for TC-200 teacher certification. Tai chi offers increased flexibility; strength; improved posture; healthy bones, joints, ligaments and tendons; increased energy and lung capacity; better sleep and decreased stress; decreased blood pressure and heart rate; and peace of mind, calmness and overall well-being. It has proven effective for improving health conditions such as arthritis, diabetes and back pain, as well as balance.

al Blatman, M.D., and Kyle Danemayer, LPT, will host a workshop on the diagnosis and treatment of fascia injury, pain and dysfunction for doctors, nurses, physical therapists, pharmacists, chiropractors, massage therapists and dentists from noon to 5 p.m., December 19. Dr. Hal Blatman Participants will learn techniques for the physical examination of fascia, dry needling, trigger point injection and prolotherapy, as well as applications for platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Techniques will be mixed, so practitioners at all levels can learn together. This workshop qualifies for 18.5 hours of category 1 CME credits and certification in dry needling. Additional material covers using nutrition for minimizing inflammatory pain, use of a compounding pharmacy, rational use of pain medication and billing for services. Blatman has more than 25 years of injection experience and eight years of PRP experience. Danemayer has several years of experience and is certified to perform dry needling.

The cost of the teacher training course is $3,000, and payment options are available. Location: 6200 Pfeiffer Rd., Montgomery. For more information, call 513-246-2642, email Terry_Youngs@TriHealth.com, or visit TriHealth.com.

Location: Bethesda North Hospital, 10500 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati. For more information or to register, contact Caitrin King at 513-956-3200 or visit BlatmanHealthAndWellness.com. See ad page 11.

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Ten Thousand Villages Opens Second Cincinnati Store

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en Thousand Villages of Cincinnati, a nonprofit organization, has opened its second regional store at 11316 Montgomery Road in Harper’s Point Shopping Center, in Symmes Township. The new store is another step moving them toward their goal of supporting 220 artisan families around the world by 2020. Ten Thousand Villages stores provide an opportunity for artisans in developing countries to sell their handmade items at fair prices in North America and to make a fair wage in their own countries. They also provide detailed stories of the artisans so that people who buy these goods can feel a personal connection to those that make the items. For more information, visit TenThousandVillages.com or call 513-871-5840. See ad page 18.

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omen Writing for (a) Change will host a writing and rhythm workshop from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on December 6. The workshop, known as HealthRhythms, uses basic drumming and rhythm techniques to teach participants to center, heal, play and bring inspiration and added energy to writing projects. Both women and men are welcome.

Location: 6906 Plainfield Rd. Cincinnati. For more information, visit WomenWriting.org or call Heather Snyder at 513272-1171.

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Coffee Tasting Party in Hyde Park

The news brief ,“Guided Meditation Classes Rejuvenates Mind And Body,” published in our October 2014 issue incorrectly stated that Barb Litchfield was the owner of Healing Touch. The Healing Touch program is actually owned and trademarked by Lisa Gordon, CEO. Litchfield is a Healing Touch certified practitioner, a certified clinical aromatherapist from the Institute of Spiritual Healing and Aromatherapy and holds a master’s degree in pastoral ministry from the Athenaeum of Ohio. Her business is named Healing Touch Cincinnati (HealingTouchCincinnati.com). Litchfield can be reached at 513-254-3844, or Barb@TheLitchfields.net. We regret the error.

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complimentary coffee tasting party from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., December 6, sponsored by Deeper Roots, will be held at The Coffee Garden, in Hyde Park. Deeper Roots is a local company that strives for excellence in ethical sourcing and crafting of specialty coffee. While enjoying coffee samples, participants can browse wreaths, greens, garland and Frasier fir Christmas trees for the season. Location: Hyde Park Floral and Garden Center, 3660 Michigan Ave., Hyde Park. For more information, call 513-8719888 or visit HydeParkFlorist.com.

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angha Yoga is hosting a yatra, or journey, into the heart of yoga with a 200-hour Yoga immersion course. It will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on alternate Tuesdays beginning January 13, 2015, and one weekend per month from noon to 5 p.m. starting January 24. This powerful program for personal and spiritual transformation will provide a 10 month path to investigating and exploring the fundamental principles and practices of classical and modern yoga. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Location: 112 N. Second St., Loveland. For more information, call 937-2432403 or visit SanghaYoga.org. See ad page 25.

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Rainforest Remedy for MRSA and globalbriefs News and resources to Other Skin Infections uman skin provides a remarkably good barrier against bacterial infections. Although many strains of bacteria come in contact with or reside on the skin, they are normally unable to establish an infection. When bacterial skin infections do occur, they can range in size from a tiny spot to the entire body surface. They can also range in seriousness from harmless to life-threatening. People with certain diseases are at particular risk of developing skin infections. Diabetics are likely to have high levels of sugar (glucose) in their blood, as well as poor blood flow, especially to the hands and feet. Both decrease the ability of white blood cells to fight infections. Those with HIV, AIDS or other immune disorders are at serious risk for skin infections, as are those with hepatitis or are undergoing chemotherapy or other drug treatments that suppress the immune system. Older adults are also at higher risk. Any break in the skin predisposes a person to infection from any one of many different types of bacteria, the most common of which are staphylococcus and streptococcus. While most skin infections are treated with topical over-the-counter or prescription drugs, a growing concern exists that bacteria are becoming drug-resistant. This is evidenced by the increasing number of cases of the methicillin-resistant staph aureus (MRSA) infection, which refers to certain strains of the staph bacteria that have developed resistance to the powerful antibiotic drug, methicillin. MRSA has now become part of a global epidemic of drug-resistant infections that kills more patients today than AIDS. It can be transmitted from any surface (gym equipment, mats, door handles) and from insect bites, scratches and scrapes, and has even been found on the beach. MRSA infections in hospitals are a major problem for the healthcare system. Resin from the Croton lechleri tree, found in the Amazon rain forest and referred to as flavokine, has recently been tested and shown to have effective antibacterial properties, including activity against MRSA. The complex biological construction of the resin seems to help prevent or delay the development of resistance to its antibacterial effects. This product has been used successfully for MRSA infections. One striking example of the product’s use was the successful suppression of MRSA for a wrestling team and their families that acquired the infection from a tournament mat. According to Dr. Gary Pekoe, of Ailie BioDerma, “Flavokine is an exciting tool in the fight against resistant organisms like MRSA. Finding natural solutions with solid scientific evidence of effectiveness is extremely important.� Ailie BioDerma, located at 632 Russell St., in Covington, KY, develops innovative plantbased skin care products. For more information about their products, visit AilieBio.com. See ad page 20.

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Physicists at the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) are developing a device described in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences that would harvest energy from Earth’s infrared emissions into outer space. The power is modest, but tangible. Steven J. Byrnes, a postdoctoral fellow at SEAS, points out, “The device could be coupled with a solar cell, for example, to obtain extra power at night without extra installation costs.” Heated by the sun, our planet is very warm compared to the frigid depths of space. Thanks to recent technological advances such as plasmonics and nanofabrication, and new materials like graphene, the researchers say this heat imbalance could soon be transformed into direct current (DC) power, taking advantage of an untapped, virtually limitless energy source. Source: ScienceDaily.com

A survey at social research site Queendom.com reveals that stereotypes of the richest class of society as being uniformly selfish individuals are not entirely accurate. It seems that having money does not necessarily mean that a person has an overactive ego. Actor Will Smith, with an estimated net worth of $200 million, observes, “Money and success don’t change people; they merely amplify what is already there.” Queendom data shows a difference of only a few percentage points between respondents of varying income levels in matters of altruism such as doing and returning favors, putting themselves in others’ shoes, sympathy and empathy. The area where those in a higher socioeconomic status rank at the top is in charitable contributions. Ilona Jerabek, president of parent company PsychTests AIM, says, “Our personality impacts every aspect of our life—the choices we make, the people we surround ourselves with, the career we pursue, the way we respond to life experiences, the way we manage our finances and whether or not we share our good fortune.” Take the survey at Tinyurl.com/AltruismTest.

Feeding Hope Recognizing Restaurants that Support the Homeless Food Recovery Certified is a new program that rewards restaurants that donate their extra food to those in need with a sticker on their front door. It’s a project of The Food Recovery Network, a national system of college students that takes cafeteria leftovers to homeless people. Founder Ben Simon started the group in 2011 at the University of Maryland, and the network has saved more than 320,000 pounds of food from the dump in its first three years. If a restaurant donates unsold food to the hungry at least once a month, it can apply for the certification. Then Food Recovery Certified verifies with local nonprofits that the donations actually occur before awarding its approval. Simon states, “Every food business should be donating its extra food.” For more information, visit FoodRecoveryCertified.org.

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run twine through them so they can hang from a branch. Fill with bird seed or suet. Create ornaments from bread heels or stale loaves. After cutting out shapes with a cookie cutter, spread them with unsalted nut butter and cover with birdseed. Bagels, rice cakes and pinecones can be frosted and sprinkled in the same way. Avoid using anything moldy. For more colorful ornaments, hang orange and apple slices. Drape edible garland around tree branches. Thread unsalted popcorn (stale popcorn strings more easily), fresh cranberries, citrus slices, unshelled peanuts, dried apples or grapes into a garland. Use natural string, wool or raffia for hanging decorations. Wild Birds Unlimited suggests selecting these materials so they can be used by birds as nesting materials in the spring. Collect seed heads and berries to tuck among the branches. According to the National Wildlife Federation, good food sources include seed heads from flowers such as goldenrod, sunflower, coneflower, sumac and mullein; seed heads from grasses such as millet, wheat, foxtail and switchgrass; and berries on sprigs of holly, juniper, cedar, hawthorn and mountain ash. Make sure decorations are hung on a tree or shrub near a window so the whole family can enjoy watching the wildlife they attract. Contributing source: The Humane Society

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ownward dog, warrior pose, cobra, tree pose; many yogis define these poses as key to a longer, leaner body or a way soothe muscles after an intense workout. Today, yoga is recognized as a way to become more flexible and live longer; its followers in the U.S. have increased more than 30 percent since 2008, with people practicing in fitness centers and private studios across the country. With so many options, it can be overwhelming to choose what’s best. For those looking for a space to strengthen their mind and body in a welcoming atmosphere, Sangha Yoga Studio, in Loveland, is a worthy resource. Becky Morrissey and Lila Lolling established Sangha Yoga Studio a year ago to guide yoga practitioners at a high level while empowering their spirits and their bodies. “We provide a space where people can practice embodiment (a therapeutic approach that engages mind, body and soul while practicing yoga) in an open space while learning yoga techniques,” explains Morrissey. The studio functions as a practice space, but also a teaching center where individuals can learn hatha yoga and gain 200-hour and 300-hour yoga therapy certification. As yoga stewards, Morrissey and Lolling are committed to teaching students how to sync mind and body to lead healthier and happier lifestyles. Derived from the Sanskrit word yuj, which means to unite, yoga is the practice of uniting the mind and the body by coordinating breathing and body movement while transitioning through pose variations. Morrissey and Lolling note that yoga can also be defined as the union of the individual and

cated teachers, ensuring each student’s instruction is a discovery of well-being, self-awareness and transformation. “Our students come to us at all levels of experience, says Morrissey. “Sangha provides a space to further their personal studies while learning how to teach others about the art of yoga.” Whether in a class environment or with an instructor, yoga is a personal study of one’s mind and body relationship. The focus is on becoming aware of feelings and listening to the body. By melding mind and body, tension and stress dissolve. Morrissey shares, “Our aim is to teach yoga psychology with movement and embodiment. Sangha is a space inspired by community, and whether one practices regularly or occasionally, anyone can be a part of Sangha.” Sangha Yoga Studio is located at 112 N. Second St. (SR 48) at Loveland Ave., in Loveland, OH. For more information, email Info@sanghayoga.org, call 937243-240 or visit SanghaYoga.org. See ad page 25.

life. “It is learning to listen to the body and what it needs,” says Morrissey. Practicing yoga is revered as a spiritual endeavor that is not limited to any one religion or belief. Sangha offers a compassionate environment where practitioners join together in yoga to become a better, healthier version of themselves. The studio, a compact space with wood floors and soft yellow walls, is the perfect atmosphere for one to reach their goals. “Our studio stands apart from others because we provide a space for practitioners to examine yoga psychology and how it fits into their everyday lives,” Morrissey states. “At Sangha, one doesn’t simply attend classes, but instead can become part of a spiritual community,” she explains. Although the journey of finding inner peace is personal, it takes place in a class community where others are on their own personal journeys, as well. Morrissey and Lolling are dedi-

Alyssa Jane Jones is a regular contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine. Connect with her at Jonesaj4@miamioh.edu.

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Sacred Activism Love in Action Can Change the World by Judith Fertig

Fe, New Mexico, that’s also reflected in his book, The Hope: A Guide to Sacred Activism. Born in India, educated at England’s Oxford University and in the religious traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity, he now resides in Melbourne, Arkansas, where he’s founder and director of the Institute for Sacred Activism. The goal of his international travel is to bring concerned people together to proactively face global crises. Says Harvey, “Sacred activism is a fusion of two of the most powerful fires of the human psyche—the mystic’s passion for God and the activist’s passion for justice.”

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The Awakening – Progressing from concerned citizen to spiritual activist is a gradual process. It may begin with an issue to which one feels called. “Our life in the world is a continual call and response,” observes Kabir Helminski, of Santa Cruz, California. He authors and translates books on the Muslim Sufi tradition, which tends to have an open relationship with other religions, and is a core faculty member of the Spiritual Paths Institute, which encourages seekers to find the sacred traditions that speak to them. “Sometimes events are a waking dream calling for interpretation, and sometimes the heart is directly addressed from within,” says Helminski. Compassion – Once an event moves us, prayer can be a pathway that opens our hearts to compassion, according to Jagadish Dass, of Granada Hills, California. The healer and teacher wrote The Prayer Project: The 3-Minute, 3 Times a Day Solution for World Change, which encourages involvement with something bigger than ourselves. Dass maintains that praying for three minutes, three times a day, will help us transmute into expressing a quiet power. “As we take responsibility for our lives, a transformation occurs within,” he says. We begin to inspire others to also take up the cause of working for change and bringing more peace, joy and love to the world. Likewise, Harvey urges each of us to make a real commitment to daily spiritual practice on the road to spiritual activism. He suggests, “Start with a short prayer

“When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.” ~ Carla Goldstein that aligns you with the pure deep love that is longing to use you as its instrument in the world.” Options include prayers from many of the world’s spiritual traditions shared in Dass’ book; a free download is provided at StewardshipOfTheSoul.com. Interconnectedness – Just as everything in the universe is connected by the simple act of being, like-minded people can connect to do good in the world. Sacred activists pursuing their own spiritual paths need to work with others, according to Harvey. “They form empowering and encouraging networks of grace—beings of like heart, brought

together by passion, skill and serendipity to pool energies, triumphs, griefs, hopes and resources of all kinds. When people of like mind and heart gather together, sometimes miraculously powerful synergy can result.” Harvey has found that groups of six to 12 people become the most efficient and productive, whether joined together through a profession (such as physicians on medical missions), a passion for animal rights or the environment, or a strong sense of social justice. Knowledge – Knowledge, both inward- and outward-seeking, is another key to doing good for all. Carla Gold-

stein, JD, chief external affairs officer at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, in Rhinebeck, New York, and cofounder of its Women’s Leadership Center, used her interest in women’s empowerment issues as a springboard to spiritual activism. “For the first 20 years of my professional life, I focused on public policy and politics,” she says. “But something was missing in the rhetoric of taking care of each other.” Practicing yoga and meditation and receiving support during a personal health crisis prompted what she terms “an awakening understanding of a gap between personal change and systems change.” Goldstein came to question her own “rugged individualism” versus the interconnectedness she felt when people took care of her. “Can we actually move towards integrating these two ideals?” she asked herself. Knowledge about issues is readily available from experts and organizations that experts recommend; she observes, “The big question is: What is needed for us to be of help?” Sometimes listening and understanding can be powerful. Under the auspices of the Omega Women’s Leadership Center, Goldstein invited women on both sides of the reproductive rights issue to meet in 2005. They had been part of the Public Conversations Project in the Boston suburb of Watertown, Massachusetts, begun after medical staff members were killed and wounded at an area women’s health clinic providing abortions in 1994.

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“Women from the divided community initially came together to tell their stories,” Goldstein relates. “Over time, they developed a deep love for each other. Nobody changed their positions, but they did change how they interacted with one another.” They experienced a shift from emotional and verbal turbulence to, if not agreement, feelings of peace and understanding. Since then, the project has grown to facilitate such conversations in 38 states and 15 countries (PublicConversations.org). Positive Action – While many thorny issues take long-term, dedicated efforts to be resolved, others only need smaller individual or collaborative actions for positive outcomes. For Mark Nepo, a New York City poet, philosopher and author of the New York Times bestseller, The Book of Awakening, kindness is the force behind positive action, no matter how modest at first. “Kindness reveals kinship. It gives us connection to everything greater than us and everything else that is kind in the universe,” he says. “I think it’s powerfully effective, yet it’s such a small thing.” Nepo is active in Bread for the Journey, an international nonprofit that encourages community grassroots philanthropic projects that generate micro-grants. One involved a small town in northern New Mexico that sought to improve the lives of local teenagers when the town’s elders wanted to open a youth center as a positive alternative to the drug scene. Just before the center was scheduled to open, the project ran out of money for required floodlights, so Bread for the Journey funded them and the center opened. “Within a few years, the whole culture shifted,” reports Nepo. This small contribution made a big difference to the whole community. Once awakened and nurtured, spiritual activism can become an omnipresent part of our lives. Says Goldstein, “When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.”

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olunteering provides rewarding satisfaction and progress for adults and children alike. Seniors stay involved and parents work alongside kids to experience the value of helping others. Local places of worship often maintain a list of opportunities to serve a community through helping and healing ministries and special projects. The Red Cross is best known for supplying aid in emergency situations, but many needs are year-round (RedCross.org). A call to city hall can steer willing participants to the right local organization. Here are other examples from around the country to spark love-inspired ideas.

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Meals on Wheels does much more than deliver lunches to those in need (mowaa.org). In Austin, Texas, the Healthy Options Program for the Elderly program brings a bag of groceries monthly to clients most nutritionally at risk, plus Groceries to Go volunteers shop for or with clients every two weeks. Minor safety-related home repairs are provided through the Handy Wheels project. In Seattle, community helpers paint classrooms, install new playground equipment and donate books and supplies at the city’s public schools. Berkley, California, YMCA volunteers teach classes like mindful meditation or restorative yoga, work the front

Animals Homeless dogs in shelters learn leash manners while participating in the Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound program at South Carolina’s Aiken County Animal Shelter. Leashes and treats are supplied to encourage volunteers to walk dogs at least once a week. It’s healthy exercise for both dogs and humans. To calculate the calorie burn, visit Tinyurl. com/WalkOffCalories. Shelter cats need socialization, too. Visits that include playtime and gentle petting make them more adoptable.

New York Cares has family projects available with no minimum age requirement (NYCares.org). Either on an ongoing or a one-day basis, volunteers improve parks, plant community gardens and refresh public spaces. Trails require refurbishing after bad weather. Streams and waterways need a good cleanup after floods. Check with the park ranger for more information. With a little research, volunteers can find the right activity, whatever their location, interest, age or abilities. Another good place to start is VolunteerMatch.org, which is easy to search by zip code and personal interests. A perfect opportunity to help others awaits.

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Hair Straighteners One salon treatment—Brazilian Blowout hair straightening—can continue to expose customers and salon workers to toxic fumes even months after application. It’s among the conventional straightening products that contain formaldehyde, a known human carcinogen. “Exposure to formaldehyde doesn’t end with the treatment—the fumes are reactivated every time heat is applied to the hair,� says Jennifer Arce, a San Diego, California, salon worker who became sick after applying a single Brazilian Blowout treatment. “So, when a client who’s had a Brazilian Blowout done elsewhere comes into the salon to get a haircut or color and has her hair blow-dried, flat-ironed, curled or processed under the hood dryer, the fumes that come out of her hair make me and several of my coworkers sick all over again.� Solution: Avoid chemical hairstraightening treatments. Sign on to the Women’s Voice for the Earth letter campaign petitioning the FDA to remove Brazilian Blowout from U.S. shelves by visiting Tinyurl.com/ BanBrazilianBlowout.

Hair Dyes and Extensions About two-thirds of conventional hair dyes in the U.S. contain para-phenylenediamine

(PPD), a chemical banned for use in such products in Germany, France and Sweden. Exposure to PPD can cause allergic reactions ranging from skin irritation to death by anaphylactic shock, which happened to a teenager in 2010. When Spain’s University of Santiago de Compostela researchers conducted a metastudy examining the risk of cancer among hairdressers and related workers, all reported that employees had a higher risk of cancer than the general population. Hair extensions also warrant attention. Many adhesives used on extensions may contain 1,4 dioxane, listed as a probable carcinogen by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and styrene, a neurotoxin and suspected endocrine disruptor. Solution: Look for a clean, green salon that uses natural hair color treatments free from synthetic chemicals, ammonia or PPD. Individuals can also order nontoxic organic color kits direct from EcoColors. net.

salons, 12 of which claimed to be toluenefree, including seven said to be free of the toxic trio. The researchers found toluene in 10 of those, and one or more of the three ingredients in five out of the seven. Solution: Customers should bring their own safe nail polish and only patronize well-ventilated salons.

Also look for members of the Green Spa Network, a nationwide coalition of spas that pledge to be energy efficient and sustainable in all of their practices (GreenSpaNetwork.org). If a green salon hasn’t yet arrived locally, bring nontoxic products for appointments and ask the stylist to use them. Visit the Skin Deep Database at ewg.org/ skindeep to find the least-toxic products for at-home use.

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Many conventional body products like shampoos and massage oils contain a litany of ingredients that add to our chemical exposure. Ask questions to ensure all of a salon’s products are nontoxic or as low in toxicity as possible. For example, a large network of independently owned “concept salons� across America are connected with the Aveda Corporation (Aveda.com), a national leader in developing hair and body products that are free from the most dangerous ingredients. More than 90 percent of Aveda’s essential oils and 89 percent of its raw herbal ingredients are certified organic.

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Nail Polish When getting a manicure or pedicure, beware of the toxic trio of dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde and toluene. Used to help nail products hold color, they’re linked to reproductive and development problems, plus dizziness and eye and lung irritation, according to the Environmental Working Group. Facing pressure from consumer groups and salon workers, some polish companies are now producing so-called “nontoxic� nail polish, although their labels aren’t verifiable. California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control recently tested 25 nail polishes sold to

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covery; sciatica; and piriformis muscle pain. It is also very useful at relieving the stress that can contribute to many physical illnesses and to reduce the risk of contracting the flu and other infections by enhancing the body’s immune response. A therapeutic massage begins with a focused agreement between the client and the therapist about a desired outcome. This focus and customization must have the active participation and direction of the client. Regardless of whether the massage goal is to increase lower back flexibility to improve a golf swing or relieve tension that contributes to migraine headaches, the therapist, with the client’s input, customizes the massage to achieve the desired healing and recovery goal. Customizing a massage consists of

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employing the appropriate pressure and specific techniques that work best to meet the client’s goals. Lighter, sweeping strokes may be more effective to increase flexibility, while very deep, concentrated pressure on trigger points in the back and neck may be more effective to relieve pain and tension caused by too much computer terminal work. Not every therapist uses the same techniques or provides the same pressure. Therefore, it is important that the client select a therapist with skills matched to the desired goals to avoid frustration. It may take visits to a few different therapists and even several visits to a selected therapist before a client is reasonably sure the targeted goals are being met. A good therapeutic massage has the most benefit when there is direct control over all the inputs of the massage and the massage environment. Patients that have control over their treatment typically get more and faster results; thus, it is important to develop a therapeutic dialog between client and therapist. A client should feel comfortable giving the therapist feedback on the massage, as well as voicing midsession corrections to both the massage and related environment. Lights that are too bright or dim, music that is too loud or soft and the temperature of the treatment room and/or the massage table all combine to promote or inhibit relaxation. If the client is not completely comfortable, the effectiveness of the therapy will be compromised. At the end of a therapeutic session, a therapist should provide some aftermassage suggestions that may include simple stretches or exercises to prolong the benefits of the massage and continue the healing and recovery process. The therapeutic dialog may end with a brief discussion about additional massage work to be done in continuing on the wellness journey. Elements Massage is located at 9321 S. Mason Montgomery Rd., in Mason, OH. For more information, call 513-445-3377 or visit ElementsMassage.com/Mason. See ad page 25.

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hile some people find repetifeel about exercise; more than one can tious workouts boring, others apply to any individual. like doing predictable routines Disciplined and driven. This is an at regular locations. Ensuring that our image to which many of us may aspire, fitness regimen jives with our “fitness per- even though not everyone fits the mold. sonality” is integral to making exercise a These exercisers are self-motivated and consistent part of our lifestyle, a concept goal-oriented. Commitment and conthat has traction among exercise experts. sistency go hand-in-hand. They like to Jonathan Niednagel, founder and use devices to track progress, maintain a director of The Brain Type Institute, in training log and/or work with a personal Mountain Home, Arkansas, and an trainer in systematic workouts geared to athletic consultant for professional teams, measure improvement. Disciplined types explains in his book, Your Key to Sports are often early risers; starting the day Success, that understanding our inborn with regular exercise is second nature. brain type can help us to determine Compatible fitness regimens include carwhich sport is best suited to motivate us. dio workouts, interval and weight trainIn Suzanne Brue’s book, The 8 Colors ing, running, swimming and martial arts. of Fitness, she applies principles from Relishes routine. While these folks the Myers-Briggs personality inventory are disciplined and driven in some to help readers develop a personalized ways, they tend to be more relaxed exercise program. Susan Davis-Ali, Ph.D., about regimens. The key to success here in St. Paul, Minnesota, a profesis consistency. They like order and sional coach for working women, familiarity in exercise settings and created a Fitness Interest Profile practice and may enjoy readsurvey for the Life Time Fitness ing or watching a screen during health club chain. She points workouts. Whatever the preferred to research that suggests people approach, whether it’s a favorthat engage in activities appropriite training video, Wii Fit video ate for their personalities game, favorite teacher or memoenjoy their workouts more rized Pilates moves, these and are likely to stay exercisers like to stick with with them longer. it, even working out at Identifying our the same time every fitness personality day—often first thing can help us find a in the morning or after program that suits work—finding that reguour rhythms and larity can be habit-forming. interests. Based on Conscious contemplacomposites from tive. Reflective individuals growing research, enjoy quiet, solo activities like here are six categolong-distance running, biking, ries that assess and hiking and swimming, that capture the way we may allow opportunities to look Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Edition NaturalCinci.com 26

inward, often without thinking too much about the physical details. Exercise offers a chance to clear the mind and renew the spirit while strengthening the body. These types naturally gravitate to outdoor pursuits, but some indoor practices may also suit them, like yoga, Pilates, tai chi or even karate, which incorporate a strong mind-body component. Workouts are often soothing, rather than intense. Plays well with others. For many people, exercise is best enjoyed with others, combining the social and fitness benefits of both. Connections and camaraderie get them off the couch, revved up and ready to go. Whether it’s a committed group of friends chatting during water aerobics or a high-powered cardio class that compares notes, motivation comes primarily from the presence—and accountability factor—of others. A lunchhour class at a nearby studio or gym may be a fun break in the workday. On weekends, consider golf, tennis, dance or a local recreation team. Compulsive competitor. While the communal aspect is appealing, the greater gratification for this type comes through the thrill and challenge of competition. Trying to win is the great motivator, unlike driven and disciplined types that are happy to push through to their personal best. Team sports are a natural outlet, including soccer, rugby, lacrosse, basketball or swimming, plus disc golf, tennis or racquetball matches and running events. Avid for adventure. It’s tough for any formal exercise program to keep the attention of adventurers. They crave freshness and spontaneity in fitness venues, activities that engage their interest and animate enthusiasm. It’s crucial for adventurous types to mix things up and not rely on any one exercise practice. Outdoor endeavors such as snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, inline skating or mountain biking have appeal. They may gravitate to the variables of Nia, Zumba’s high-energy Latin dance groove, kickboxing, exercise balls or hot yoga. A midday exercise escape can break the work routine. Their key to keeping active is to keep things stimulating. Wendy Worrall Redal blogs at Gaiam Life (Life.Gaiam.com), from which this was adapted.

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This article is written especially for young readers eager to embrace the true spirit of the holiday season. Sharing it with them can help cultivate a lifelong practice of giving.

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ave you ever seen someone do something that changed a situation from bad to good? Maybe your parents helped someone whose car broke down, or a teacher spent extra time after class helping you with schoolwork. No matter your age, where you live or what you own, you have the power to do good, too. What you do can make other people happy and make the world a better place. Here are some ideas to help you figure out how.

■A good place to start is to think about what’s important to you. This will help you find a way of giving back that you’ll enjoy and want to do again and again. For example, if you love taking care of animals, offer to walk an elderly person’s dog for them. If you get sad when you think about someone being lonely, visit a neighbor that lives alone or send a special card to a relative as a way to show your love. NaturalCinci.com

■ It’s nice to help strangers, but you can also do little things close to home that’ll make life easier and better for your family. You can call your grandma to say hello, help your mom or dad with the dishes or play a favorite game with your little sister or brother. ■ You can also use your own special talents to help others. If you are a good cook, bake a healthy holiday treat to bring to someone that is feeling sick. You can read out loud a story to a younger child. If you’re strong and have lots of energy, you can help your neighbor take out the trash or do other household chores.

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Whether it’s time, love or things, the people around us give to us all the time. Sometimes we don’t stop to think about what people do for us, so we forget to say, “Thank you.” Appreciating what people give us is just as important as giving to others. Here are some questions to ask yourself. After you have answered each question, think about what you can do to thank people for their kindness.

■ You can have fun and make an even bigger difference by doing good things with others. One way to get your friends excited about joining you is to plan a “Giving Party”. Ask your parents to help you download a free guide (WateringCanPress.com/html/ parents.html) that has fun ideas and activities for creating a holiday-time or birthday party or rainy day get-together.

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coliosis is a term used to describe a spinal curvature that develops in children during their growing years. The curvature can be to either side of the body; S-shaped, or even a three-dimensional deformity that leaves the spine growing in a spiral. It can range from mild (less than 11 degrees) to severe (more than 25 degrees). In the U.S., spinal curves exceeding 25 degrees are reported to occur at a rate of 1.5 per 1,000 children. Spontaneous improvement was noted to occur in about 3 percent and was seen more frequently with deformities milder than 11 degrees. It is estimated that for 70 percent of affected children, the cause of scoliosis is unknown (idiopathic). A variety of treatment possibilities have been described. A partial list includes bracing, chiropractic and spinal surgery. While nonsurgical treatments have been reported to reduce associated pain, none have been shown to reduce or stop progression of the deformity. Human fascia is a contiguous, fibrous tissue throughout the body that holds muscles to bone, muscles to muscles, bone in joints together and keeps organs like the heart, lungs, uterus and bladder locked into their appropriate positions. Most recently, a different treatment for the treatment for scoliosis has been advanced, based on the theory that it is caused by fascia restriction preventing a child’s proper growth. This treatment assumes that releasing the tensions between muscles and fascia (myofascial tension) can help relieve the condition.

Fascia as a Cause of Idiopathic Scoliosis Fascia is made of tough sheets and cords that go from head to toe as one piece of tissue. A technique called fascia-sparing dissection has demonstrated shallow and deep lines of continuous fascia in the front, back, and sides of the body, as well as spiral lines through the abdomen and chest (See Anatomy Trains.com). Fascia has also been shown to have the ability to contract. If scoliosis were indeed caused by fascia restriction or contraction, it would be idiopathic, or different in each child, and relatively unpredictable in its pattern and progression through time. The fascia restriction would prevent vertical growth of the spine as the child develops and the spine would grow in a path of least resistance—resulting in the classical spiral deformity. This would also account for the fact that the greatest progression of scoliosis deformity occurs during rapid childhood growth, with very little progression after age 18. Assuming this possible etiology means that bracing, physical therapy, muscle balancing and chiropractic cannot have much effect on reducing progression of the developing deformity. The fascia tension thus defines scoliosis as coming from inside the body, making outside treatments such as bracing ineffective. These issues are characteristic of idiopathic scoliosis.

If scoliosis is caused by fascia restriction or contraction, a skilled examiner should be able to palpate and discover the tightest of the restricting fascia cords in the trunk of the body. By identifying the tight cords, children can then be treated with needling techniques that release the fascia. In one test program, girls varying in age from 10 to 18 were treated and gained vertical and shoulder height with each treatment. This technique appears to be less successful in areas of tight thoracic curves. In these cases, the fascia restriction may require surgical access through the chest. As children age with this progressive deformity, their vertebrae deform into an oblique trapezoid shape that is difficult to reverse. Therefore, the earlier in life the fascia tension is released, the better the chances to minimize progression of the deformity. However, these children have to be able to lie still and tolerate discomfort similar to a trigger point injection. Hypnosis in the office and some medication may be called for in some cases. Hal S. Blatman, M.D., is the founder and medical director of the Blatman Health and Wellness Center, co-author of Winners’ Guide to Pain Relief and a nationally recognized specialist in treating pain. For more information, visit BlatmanHealthAndWellness.com or call call 513-956-3200. See ad page 11.

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Opening Up to Miracles Gabrielle Bernstein on Creating More Happiness by April Thompson

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otivational speaker and bestselling author Gabrielle Bernstein knows the gravitational pull of addiction firsthand. Although introduced to spiritual practices from an early age, she turned away from that upbringing in her 20s, pulled instead into a vortex of drugs, alcohol and unhealthy relationships while running a public relations firm promoting Manhattan nightclubs. After hitting rock bottom at age 25, Bernstein made the unwavering decision to seek spiritual help and change her life. The entrepreneurial young woman found her groove as a spiritual teacher, introducing millions to new ways of thinking and living through her books, lectures, blogs and videos. Her nononsense approach to spirituality and knack for making practices like meditation and prayer accessible to beginners and cynics have attracted a new generation of seekers. Bernstein’s latest book, Miracles Now:108 Life-Changing Tools for Less Stress, More Flow, and Finding Your True Purpose, offers simple, yet powerful tips to short-circuit unhealthy thought patterns and take a shortcut to transformational change.

Why do you reframe a miracle as simply a shift in perception? Shifting your perception and choosing again is a core principle from A Course in Miracles, a metaphysical text that I study and teach from. When you choose 32

to reorganize your belief system and align it with a loving, forgiving perspective, rather than a fear-based reality, that’s when miracles can happen.

Some people shift away from a harmful relationship with addictive drugs and alcohol like you did, while others take such unhealthy behaviors to the grave; what makes the difference? Often when we get caught in unhealthy behavior, we aren’t willing to ask for help. I think the reason I was able to leave those behaviors behind and create a new path was my willingness to live a different way. I was able to witness my life and see that it wasn’t working. It’s an ongoing process; I’ve been on my current path of turning to spiritual principles for many years, but I’m still constantly working to apply them throughout my moment-tomoment experiences.

How does meditation help create radical change? I think meditation is a key tool for health, happiness and well-being. It can help reorganize the nervous system, lower stress levels, calm the mind and recalibrate energy. It can help us experience more synchronicity in our lives and a greater sense of interconnectedness, as well.

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What do you struggle with the most and what personal miracle are you still trying to realize? I’m in constant conversation with myself over my thoughts and beliefs about judgment and separation. People are programmed by society to believe we are separate and to judge ourselves and others. My practice suggests a reinterpretation of that general belief system in order to perceive things differently. I also try to forgive limiting thoughts I was holding onto; for example, judging myself for not performing well at a lecture. Talking too much in conversations is a big challenge for me. A practice in my Miracles Now book called WAIT, for “Why am I talking?” reminds me to notice when I’m saying too much, commenting unnecessarily or not supporting the greater good.

How do you think about money, and has that proven helpful in broader terms? I believe that we have the power to attract healthier relationships in our financial circumstances in the same way that we have the power to attract healthier relationships with people in our lives. Some people think that you can’t both be spiritual and secure financial abundance; I think that’s nonsense. When you start to reorganize your beliefs around your self-worth and capacity to earn, and open up to your intuitive voice and the creative possibilities for earning, then your financial situation can change dramatically. I have lived that principle fully. I was brought up in a poverty mindset, but with a shift in perception, I was able to release my fears of financial insecurity.

Do you have a go-to practice that you reach for first when faced with a difficult situation? When I’m faced with a complicated situation or feeling powerless, I say a prayer in stillness. Such a practice asks through prayer and listens through meditation. It’s in that stillness that I can hear the voice of intuition and the voice of forgiveness, and love can come forward. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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HAPPY FEASTING TO ALL

Holidays do not forgive unhealthy food choices, but with a little forethought, festive meals can truly feed the body and be enjoyable, as well as healthy. Here are some healthy holiday food tips.

Tasty Rituals that Deepen the Holiday Spirit

Stay away from turkeys injected with chemicals or hormones. Prepare sweet potatoes with cinnamon and butter, or just cinnamon. Top them with chopped toasted nuts instead of marshmallows and sugar.

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Pause Hunger, the body’s fuel gauge, manifests in physical symptoms like a growling stomach or low blood sugar, says May, citing a useful analogy. “You wouldn’t drive around and pull into every gas station you see; you’d check your fuel gauge first. Before filling up with food, pause and check your fuel gauge. Am I actually hungry, or is this desire coming from something else?” May suggests practicing FEASTing: First, focus on physical sensations, thoughts and emotions; perhaps we’re thirsty, rather than hungry, rationalizing that holiday foods are special, or feeling stressed or lonely. Next, explore why the feelings or thoughts are present, and

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then accept them without judgment. Strategize ways of satisfying the need and take a small step toward change.

Savor Complex preparations for a major holiday can provoke anxiety and impatience, and likewise, feelings of longing or disappointment when it’s over. Sarah Ban Breathnach, bestselling author of Simple Abundance and Peace and Plenty, recommends allowing Christmastide to unfold at its own pace and celebrating all of December with a homemade Advent calendar. Craft a tree-shaped tower of tiny boxes or a garland of burlap mini-bags clipped with clothespins. Place an almond covered in organic dark chocolate in each container and use the treat as a daily mini-meditation. “Drop into the present moment, fully savor the luxurious, small bite and experience the pleasure of eating,” suggests May. Consider it symbolic of the season’s sweetness.

Make desserts with gluten-free pie crusts and use real whipped cream sweetened with stevia. Have only a small piece. When dining out at a restaurant or as a guest in someone else’s home, advise the owner or host of food allergies or other dietary requirements. It can be prudent to eat a little before a holiday meal to reduce the temptation posed by the bread, flour and sugar-laden dishes and pastries. Medical evidence clearly shows that minor changes like these can be heart-, weight- and pain-friendly, allowing for more enjoyment and a healthier holiday.

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“Food connects us with one another, our heritage and our culture,” says May. Heather Evans, Ph.D., a Queen’s University professor and a holiday culinary history expert in Ontario, Canada, suggests creating a food diary of traditions to reinforce a connection with the past and support a holiday food legacy for the future. Ask grandparents about their childhood culinary memories, peruse family recipe books or discover new dishes that honor everyone’s ethnic heritage. Then create an heirloom holiday cookbook with handwritten recipes arranged alongside favorite photos and stories.

Sync According to pagan philosophy, sharing seasonal food with loved ones during the winter solstice on December 21 symbolizes the shared trust that warmth and sunlight will return. Eating warm foods provides physical comfort and eating seasonally and locally connects us to the Earth, observes May. Sync body and spirit with the season by stewing root vegetables, baking breads, sipping hot cider and tea, and nibbling on nuts and dried fruits. “The repetition of predictable foods is reassuring,” remarks Evans, and it celebrates nature’s transitions.

Play Stir-Up Sunday is a Victorian amusement filled with fun, mystery and mindfulness, says Ban Breathnach. Some December Sunday, have each family member help stir the batter of a special Christmas cake while stating a personal new year’s intention. Drop a clean coin, bean or trinket into the mix and bake. Serve it with a sprig of holly on Christmas Day, and the person with the piece containing the lucky charm will be rewarded with a prosperous, wholesome and positive new year, according to tradition. Evans remarks, “This is a wonderful ritual for nurturing the health and spirit of the family.”

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“December 26 was a chance for landowners and homeowners to give back to household staff and local tradespeople,” says Evans. “It’s a tradition worth reviving to pause, reflect on our own good fortune and contribute to others’ comfort.” Consider serving a meal at a local soup kitchen, collecting items for a food drive or offering a box of healthy

culinary treats to community stewards at a fire station, post office or library. On Christmas Day, says Ban Breathnach, “Our kids have the world lying at their feet.” Boxing Day, she says, provides a natural transition to reach out in charity. Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blogger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.

HEALTHY HOLIDAY TOPPERS Creating a repertoire of delicious wintery foods can help evoke health, mindfulness and delight during the holiday season. Dr. Michelle May advises approaching the entire process of eating, including the menu planning, shopping and food preparation, with a spirit of mindfulness, which adds a deeper dimension of pleasure to the experience. “Cake becomes more than just cake,” she says. “It becomes something the family creates and enjoys together.” Savor these rituals and recipes with loved ones.

Memory-Making Christmas Cake This nontraditional, healthy Christmas cake is alcohol-, sugar- and gluten-free. It relies on fruit for sweetness, almond meal for moistness and vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and orange essences for a perfect mingling of flavors. Prepare the cake with the whole family as a Stir-Up Sunday ritual, and keep it tightly sealed in the refrigerator until Christmas Day. Serve in small portions at room temperature or warmed in the oven and alongside vanilla bean custard or plain yogurt swirled with orange blossom honey. Yields 20 servings 2½ cups (600 grams) mixed and chopped dried fruit (raisins, prunes, figs, apricots, currants, sultanas and/ or dates) 1 tsp ground cinnamon

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