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letterfrompublisher I first came to know of the St. Dismas House when I photographed the blessing of a friend of mine, George Lollis, who

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became a “monk” there. Having never known anyone that was a monk, and admittedly, not really expecting a monk to also be a very distinguished, professional business man like my friend George, I later learned that becoming a monk meant that he was outwardly expressing his heartfelt commitment to a lifelong involvement in the ecumenical Order of Christian Workers (OCW). The blessing ceremony, held in a private residence, was one of the most moving episodes I have ever experienced—modest, humble—and I knew I was among deeply kind and caring human beings.

OCW runs the St. Dismas House in Tyler, Texas, and views us all as pilgrims along The Way. They work diligently to create a safe and sacred place for those struggling with HIV/AIDS, they aid minorities, immigrants, children at risk and those in recovery.

The OCW is a non-denominational group of people from a wide variety of religious and vocational backgrounds who come together as companions, become active in OCW work and dedicate their time, vocational talents and financial support as they are able, to do Christ-like work for the least among us. They welcome the support and camaraderie of Christians, non-Christians, skeptics, outcasts, the despairing, the hopeful, all classes, races, cultures and orientations, without imposing that they become anything other than their sacred, true selves.

No one takes a salary and there is no membership. They are simply members by their presence, work, support and solidarity. They express their belief that the sharing of hospitality, shelter, food, clothing, spiritual intimacy, healing, mutual learning and the special needs of children are at the very heart of life. They recognize that, in the tradition of the Christ, our journey together entails costly discipleship, mutual forgiveness, joyful solidarity, responsive and responsible behaviors, servant-leadership, conscientious resistance to evil and renunciation of privilege.

In December, as it has for the last 25 years, St. Dismas House will be hosting a Children’s Christmas Party for more than 600 homeless kids, terribly poor kids, sick kids, scared kids, immigrant kids and kids that don’t qualify for other agency’s programs. Volunteers are always needed, as are donations to cover the $80 per child required to provide clothes, shoes and Christmas presents, along with a hot holiday meal for the child’s entire family.

George and his wife, Paige, have been very involved in this event for many years, dressing as elves to distribute gifts and even matching donations to increase funding for the event. So in one small way I can support this effort, I am sharing the good news that if you would like to make a donation in any amount, it can go twice as far as you might expect. If you simply mark your donation using their code “Lollis Children Christmas Party”, they will match donations dollar for dollar until 100 of the 600 children have blessed.

Donations may be sent by check or money order to Order of Christian Workers, P.O. Box 4155, Tyler, TX 75712-4155. Online donations may be made by visiting OrderOfChristianWorkers.org and choosing PayPal. To volunteer for the OCW Christmas Party for the Children on December 9, connect with George and Paige Lollis at pglollis@sbcglobal.net or Father Tom Jackson at Journey-OCW@earthlink.net.

Whether you choose to volunteer or donate to this or any other worthy cause, I hope you’ll consider becoming part of an ongoing effort to help others by sharing the gifts of time, money or talent – according to how you are blessed – as part of your 2018 commitments.

Wishing you and yours joy, happiness and peace

Martee Davis, Publisher NaturalAwakeningsMag.com

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Christmas Eve at Agape

Enjoy an 1870 Log House Holiday

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ake a trip back to an 1870 Christmas at the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., December 16, and celebrate the oldfashioned way. Visitors can take a tour of the historic MinorPorter log cabin, make a corn husk doll or an ornament to take home, create a hand-dipped candle, enjoy carols, sip hot cider by the campfire and more.

Año Nuevo, from 5 to 7 p.m., December 30, is a unique New Year’s Eve celebration around the campfire, sipping warm ponche and sharing wishes for the new year. During this kid-friendly event, participants will eat grapes, share lentils and write resolutions. There will be a mile-long night hike under the full moon along the Cicada trail.

Cost is $5 for Año Nuevo. Registration is required and closes at 11 a.m., Dec. 29. Entry to LLELA is $5 per vehicle by cash or check. Season passes are available. Location: 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville. For more information, visit llela.org.

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gape Center for Spiritual Living is holding their largest celebration of the year at 10:30 a.m., December 24, for the entire family with a seven-piece band and three professional singers doing holiday and Christmas songs. There will be gifts for the kids 12 and under. This high-energy service is centered on remembering to see Rev. Lee Wolak and recognize the light that is within us, as well as within others.

Reverend Lee Wolak says, “Agape Center for Spiritual Living is a spiritual community that nourishes your soul, energizes your body and lifts your spirit. People who were inspired by the movie The Secret or the messages of Eckhart Tolle and Deepak Chopra will feel right at home at Agape.”

Event location: Noah’s Event Venue, 5280 Town Square Dr, Plano. For more information, visit AgapeCSL.com. See ad, page 8.

Celebrate the Holidays at the Heard

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he Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will host Holidays at the Heard from 6:30 to 9 p.m., December 15 and 16, bringing the beauty of the season into nature. Guests will see lights and holiday décor along a half-mile Heard nature trail. In keeping with the its role as a nature preserve, this light display is designed to enhance, not overpower, the sanctuary’s natural beauty.

Children and the young at heart will enjoy the opportunity to take a photo with Father Christmas and Mother Nature in a festive setting. Hot beverages and treats will be available for purchase. Family-friendly entertainment will complement the holiday atmosphere.

Location: 1 Nature Place, McKinney. For tickets and more information, visit HeardMuseum.org.

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Farm-Fresh Foods and Treats for the Holidays

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n addition to the fresh raw milk, in plain, chocolate and strawberry flavors, Circle N Dairy is known for their seasonally available raw eggnog (which is sold through December 31). Michelle Neu, dairy farmer and owner of Circle N Dairy, says, “We’ve been perfecting our own special eggnog recipe using our own raw cow’s milk, raw cream and fresh eggs from our farm for years.

Our customers love that it is preservative-free, there’s no artificial ingredients and it tastes amazing.”

The Circle N Dairy Country Store also offers beef and pork that is raised antibiotic- and GMO-free right there on the farm and processed locally by Hess Meat Market, in Muenster. The store also offers raw Greek yogurt, raw sour cream, local raw honey, farm-fresh eggs, more than 30 varieties of Wisconsin pasteurized cheese and butter, homemade canned and baked items, handcrafted items, gift baskets and more.

Location: Off Hwy. 82, in Gainesville.

For more information, call 940-3720343 or visit CircleNDairy.com. See ads, pages 11 and 12.

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Milk Chocolate Also Benefits Heart Health

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igh-cacao dark chocolate contains high levels of flavanol, a compound known for its heart health benefits, but less is known about diluted foods such as milk chocolate candy.

Harvard researchers followed 55,502 subjects for 13 years, comparing levels of high blood pressure, diabetes and cardiovascular disease to lifestyle traits. They found those eating one to three servings of chocolate a month (including milk chocolate) displayed a 10 percent lower risk of irregular heartbeat than those eating an ounce or less a month. Eating one serving per week of chocolate yielded a 17 percent lower risk and two to six servings a week 20 percent, and then leveled off after eating one or more servings per day.

“Eating excessive amounts of chocolate is not recommended, because many chocolate products are high in calories from sugar and fat, and could lead to weight gain and other metabolic problems,� advises Elizabeth Mostofsky, author of the study.

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GUT BACTERIA IMBALANCE LINKED TO CHRONIC FATIGUE Fifty healthy patients and 50 with chronic fatigue syndrome were tested for bacteria and immune molecules by researchers from Columbia University.

They discovered that imbalances in the levels of certain gut bacteria are prevalent in individuals with chronic fatigue syndrome, a disorder often accompanied by extreme fatigue, muscle and joint pain, cognitive issues and insomnia.

Pink Noise While Asleep Helps Memory

esearchers from Northwestern University have found that acoustic stimulation using pink noise (random sound with more low frequencies than white noise) increases slow-wave brain activity, thus improving sleep-dependent memory retention. Thirteen mature adults completed two nights of sleep; one with the pink noise and one without, in random order.

Specific brainwave activity increased during the periods when the pink noise was being delivered, suggesting that it could help older adults preserve some memory functions.

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esearchers from the University of Oxford, in the UK, have found that infants that take more daytime naps tend to develop a larger vocabulary at an earlier age than their peers by examining sleeping patterns of 246 babies between the ages of 7 months and 3 years for 10 days. Parents also completed a language analysis at the start of the study and three and six months later to determine how many words each child understood from a list 416 words typically learned in infancy. Infants that napped more frequently during the day performed better on both understanding and expressing vocabulary than the others.

Alcohol Affects Our Heartbeat

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erman researchers studied the correlation between cardiac arrhythmia and alcohol consumption by monitoring 3,000 middle-aged volunteers for 16 days during Oktoberfest.

Portable electrocardiographs and breathalyzer machines tested for heart activity and breath alcohol concentration. Arrhythmia showed up in 30 percent of the participants, significantly higher than an estimated 4 percent or less among the general population according to an earlier study. An irregular heartbeat often causes discomfort in the short term and possible heart failure and stroke later.

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esearchers at Orebro University, in Sweden, conducted a review of research reported since 1965 on the incidence of glioma brain cancer with continued use of cell phones. They found that the highest cumulative exposures to cell phone radiation correlated with a 90 percent increase in the risk of glioma cancer. The risk increased with time; after 10 years of cell phone use, it increased by 62 percent and doubled after 20 years.

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rom computers, cell phones, smart TVs, DVR players and programmable appliances to a seemingly endless list of other electronic gadgets, we are in constant contact with unnatural electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs) generated by technology. In today’s 24/7 society, invisible EMFs are inescapable; they permeate our working and living spaces. What we may not know is how they negatively impact our body’s natural sleep-wake cycle: suppressing melatonin, the hormone that controls the natural circadian rhythm, disturbing slumber and even affecting weight gain, according to University of Tel Aviv research.

On the brighter side, some new technological products promise to restore balance to the body, including deeper and more restful sleep. From the Philip Stein sleep bracelet, sleep number beds and portable sleep trackers to sleeprelated apps, devices and applications, user-friendly innovations are addressing America’s sleep deprivation problem.

“Philip Stein lifestyle accessories such as the sleep bracelet are designed to contribute to a better quality of life.

The unique technology inside each one channels beneficial natural frequencies in the environment into your body,” says Will Stein, co-founder and president of the Philip Stein Group. “The result is to help the individual feel centered, balanced, grounded and more easily able to maintain a sense of well-being.” The company defines optimal wellbeing as a state of harmony achieved through physical, emotional, mental and spiritual alignment.

Although natural-frequency technology was developed earlier by a group of engineers and scientists exploring various frequencies’ influence on water, the initial discovery has been attributed to ancient sages in India that intuited them. For example, 7.83 Hz, the frequency of “om”, happens to be Mother Earth’s natural heartbeat rhythm, now known as the Schumann Resonance. Aligned with the brain’s alpha and theta states, this technology of resonating frequencies has been carefully tuned and tested by Philip Stein researchers, technicians and sleep experts. Today, it is at the core of all Philip Stein products.

Philip Stein’s tuning technology picks up and channels the beneficial natural frequencies that have always surrounded human beings. “We believe that all organisms have evolved or grown accustomed to these natural frequencies, and our systems are tuned to operate best with them, rather than with the increasing number of manmade frequencies we experience in the modern world,” explains Stein.

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

Robot Roomies

New Tech May Relieve Elder Isolation

Animal Smarts

Chimps, Zebrafish and Birds Communicate Like We Do

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Chimps, orangutans and bonobo apes are now known to be capable of understanding what others are thinking and recognize human thoughts, an ability once thought to be impossible. A team led by Christopher Krupenye, of Duke University, had apes take part in a visual experiment where they watched videos on a monitor while their gaze was being tracked. They discovered an anticipation of events that went beyond the visual cues presented.

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has determined that zebrafish are social animals, similar to humans and other mammals— they form friendships, experience positive emotions and have individual personalities. The group advises people that eat fish or keep them as pets to consider the moral implications.

Honey hunters in sub-Saharan Africa have a unique form of communication with honeyguide birds that fly ahead to point out beehives which the hunters raid, leaving wax for the birds to eat. A study in the journal Science reports that they listen for a specific call made by their human collaborators.

Dr. Claire Spottiswoode, of the University of Cambridge, in England, and University of Cape Town, in South Africa, observes, “It seems to be a two-way conversation between our own species and a wild animal.”

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Approximately a third of those older than 65 and half of elders at least 85 live alone, as do many people with illnesses and mental disorders. All can suffer from feelings of profound loneliness. Emerging virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies provide avenues to alleviate such isolation, instilling contentment, peace of mind, enrichment, fun, a sense of companionship and contributing to physical and mental health.

Instead of passively watching TV, seniors can travel virtually to World Heritage sites, revisit old haunts or even attend family events they would otherwise miss. In terms of benefits attained, VR is predicted to measurably improve seniors’ quality of life.

Healthcare applications of AI and telemedicine include reminders to eat, be active or take medications, perhaps assisted by a robotic companion that can share information with practitioners, children, caregivers and emergency personnel. Social applications include helping to form and maintain social connections.

It may also serve as a personal concierge by reminding seniors of appointments, playing games with them and initiating dialogue to spark outward engagement.

Tree Tally

Digitalizing Data Helps Rainforest Census The Amazon rainforest is thought to harbor a greater diversity of trees than anywhere else on Earth, but the exact number has long been a mystery.

In 2013, scientists estimated that the number of species was around 16,000, but no actual count had been done. In a new paper in Scientific Reports, researchers delved into museum collections from around the world to confirm the current number of tree species recorded in the Amazon and assess possibilities of those yet to be discovered.

“Since 1900, between 50 and 200 new trees have been discovered in the Amazon every year,” notes Nigel Pitman, a Mellon senior conservation ecologist with the Field Museum. “Our analysis suggests that we won’t finish discovering new tree species there for three more centuries.”

The study relied upon the digitization of museum collections data— photographs and digital records—of the specimens housed there and shared worldwide through aggregator sites like IDigBio.org. “It gives scientists a better sense of what’s actually growing in the Amazon Basin, aiding conservation efforts,” says Pitman.

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Senior Sisterhood New Options for Independent Co-Housing

For 20 years, Maria Brenton, an outspoken proponent of older people living independently, has been campaigning and planning for the opening of a different kind of retirement home run by its residents, supporting each other through old age. She says, “Attitudes to older people in this country are out of date. Most members of the older population don’t wish to have everything done for them.”

She attests that institutions and agencies dealing with older people encourage dependency and are patronizing and paternalistic. “Older people internalize it, and they learn to wait for people to do things for them,” advises Brenton.

New Ground, in Barnet, North London, is the first UK cohousing development set up just for older women, with 26 women from age 50 to 87. Also in London, The Collective has created something similar with enhanced amenities such as a cinema room and a launderette with a disco ball. WeWork is an American company that has set up communal offices, and recently established WeLive, in New York City.

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Give the Gift of Healthy Living

Our Healthy Holiday Guide will help you find the perfect products and services for your gift giving needs!

Energy Dots Available at HealthWorks in Plano There is mounting concern about the health effects of electro-magnetic frequencies from our phones, computer, tablets, and Wi-Fi. Energy Dots are small, affordable, adhesive ‘dots’ you stick to phones, tablets, computers, baby monitors, smart meters etc. They are designed to counter the effects of, and your concern about, these potentially harmful frequencies.

For more information or to purchase call 972-612-1800 or visit or office located near Park and Coit in Plano during normal business hours. See ad, page 15.

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VitaJuwel ViA: Gemstone Water Bottles Available at Hair Color Studios in Frisco VitaJuwel is your very personal piece of gemstone jewelry for your water. Each glass bottle comes with an exchangeable gem pod filled with a selection of handpicked stones, and several of the VitaJuwel’s philosophy can be attributed to insights from Dr. Masaru Emoto’s studies of water. There are 17 gemstone blends available, suiting every preference and mood including balance, beauty, inspiration, passion and more.

For more info or to purchase call 214-4364955 or stop by our studio at 9200 E Lebanon Rd., Ste. 32, in Frisco. See ad, page 8.

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CBD Clinic Creams and Ointments Available at Serendipity Health & Wellness in Plano CBD Clinic Professional Series topical medications are the first and only non-prescription ointments and creams that combine FDAapproved active ingredients and hemp extract (CBD). Formulated with natural emollients that help the active analgesic ingredients penetrate deep to quickly increase blood flow to joints and muscles and interrupt pain signaling.

For more information or to purchase visit serendipitywellness.net/store. Complete the purchase online and either have it shipped or you may pick up at our oďŹƒce on Plano Pkwy near Coit, in Plano during regular business hours. For more information: astjohn@serendipitywellness.net.

This holiday season give gifts of health, well-being and sustainability.

A YEAR OF INSPIRED LIVING A Year of Inspired Living

will help you discover the life you want to lead, the person you want to be, and the impact you want to have on the world.

This delightful book is a compilation of essays, they range from the profound and poignant— love, faith, loss—to the heartwarming and hilarious—middle-age angst, motherhood mishaps, dog-poop scofaws— and more.

A Year of Inspired Living offers personal reection questions and space for the reader to journal and help them create their most inspired year.

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Regift or Recycle Smart Phones When replacing holiday purchases of smartphones and other electronic devices, don’t just trash the old ones.

Manufacturing electronics consumes many resources and discarded waste can leak harmful chemicals into ecosystems. There are far better ways to redirect and repurpose them.

Besides trading in phones for a rebate, another good option is transferring them to an official recycling program that makes sure all components are dealt with properly. Some states offer special provisions. Check the E-Cycling Central website at eiae.org. Major phone makers and carriers offer recycling programs, and some retailers accept select electronic devices.

Best of all, give a device a new life by gifting it. RecyclingForCharities. com accepts obsolete personal electronic devices by mail; the donor selects a charity to receive the proceeds. ShelterAlliance.net, CellPhonesForSoldiers.com and Phones4Charity.org are kindred organizations.

AmericanCellPhoneDrive.org lets users find nearby charity recycling initiatives via zip code. It provides scholarships for U.S. children that have lost a parent through warfare or terrorism, feeds malnourished children in Asia, builds low-income housing and donates prepaid calling cards to military personnel.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, other unwanted electronic devices can be recycled so that incorporated copper, steel and glass can be recovered and reused. Other materials like lead (in circuit board solder, glass cathode ray tubes of many TVs and computer screens, and batteries) and mercury (in fluorescent backlights of many flat-panel screen displays) can be captured and recycled, instead of polluting the environment.

Small appliances like toasters, coffee makers and clothing irons aren’t considered e-waste and generally aren’t recyclable because they are made of a mix of plastic and metal. Using them for many years helps.

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Meaningful gifts for the most meaningful people in your life.

Author and Natural Awakenings Long Island Publisher, Kelly Martinsen

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THE GIFTS OF CITRUS Colorful Good Health in Holiday Dishes

by Judith Fertig

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inter citrus fruits that arrive in a gift basket or show up on sale at the grocer present a welcome bright spot on winter’s darker days. Valencia and blood oranges, limes and Meyer lemons are delicious in their own right, and deserve their place on the breakfast table. Yet there are many other intriguing ways to enjoy them in vinaigrettes, salads, main dishes, baked goods and desserts.

Winter citrus is full of health benefits, just when we need them most:

during the busy holiday season. To start, they help bolster our immune system, guarding against colds or helping us recover faster. Their high vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, content is water soluble.

According to a comprehensive study by the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University, a daily intake of 400 milligrams of vitamin C can halve the incidence of colds in adults and cut their duration by 14 percent.

The flavonoid hesperidin in citrus helps boost “good” HDL cholesterol and

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

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lowers “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, report researchers in the Journal of Nutrition. In a new study in Nutritional Neuroscience, hesperidin in citrus also was found to ameliorate brain deterioration found in Alzheimer’s patients.

Other studies further show that the grapefruit diet wasn’t wrong; eating half a fresh grapefruit before each meal can help us lose weight. In a study conducted at the Scripps Clinic, in La Jolla, California, and published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers put overweight volunteers on an exercise plan for 12 weeks and asked them to eat either half a fresh grapefruit or drink apple juice and pop a placebo pill before each meal.

The grapefruit group dropped an average of three-and-a-half pounds, compared to only one-half pound for the apple group.

Limonoids, an antioxidant found in most citrus, may help guard against stomach, lung, breast and skin cancer, according to the U.S. Agricultural Research Service. Animal and human cell studies found that limonoids—especially those in fresh oranges—harbor potential as anticancer compounds. Another study in Nutritional Neuroscience showed that the volatile compound limonene, found in the rind of a lemon, can enhance memory.

As nights grow colder and longer, winter citrus “adds a little sunshine to every meal,” says Jamie Schler, author of the recently released cookbook Orange Appeal: Savory & Sweet. Schler grew up in Florida, surrounded by citrus groves between the Atlantic Coast and Indian River.

“Winters meant Dad’s workbench in the garage groaning under the weight of brown paper grocery bags filled to bursting with navels, tangerines, grapefruits, Valencias and tangelos,” writes Schler. “I fondly recall trips in the old green station wagon to the groves on chilly weekend mornings where we could pick them ourselves.” Today, Schler and her husband own and operate the boutique Hotel Diderot, in Chinon, France, where life’s a feast—especially during citrus season.

Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

Zesty Citrus Holiday Recipes

Meyer Lemon Chia Seed Bowl with Tangerines

Moroccan Spiced Orange Slices with Orange Blossom Water

Yields: 2 servings for breakfast, or as a snack or dessert /4 heaping cup chia seeds 11/2 cups dairy or non-dairy milk 2 Tbsp maple syrup, or to taste 1 Tbsp Meyer lemon juice (or other citrus juice) Pinch of sea salt 1 /2 tsp lemon zest Fresh tangerine segments for garnish 1

Orange blossom or orange flower water is available at better grocery stores, kitchen shops, Middle Eastern markets or online.

Yields: 4 to 5 servings 5 medium to large navel or large blood oranges 3 Tbsp orange blossom water 1 tsp ground cinnamon 2 Tbsp honey or date sugar ½ pomegranate, seeded 11/2 to 2 Tbsp coarsely chopped unsalted pistachios 8 to 10 mint leaves, chopped or torn, for garnish

Slice each orange across the core into Âź-inch slices, six per orange, reserving any juice that runs off. Push out and discard any spongy white core.

Fan the slices in concentric circles, slightly overlapping the fruit, on a large round serving platter.

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Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

To serve, spoon the chia seed mixture into bowls and garnish with tangerine segments.

Drizzle the orange blossom water and any reserved runoff juice over the fruit.

Using a fine sieve, lightly and evenly dust with cinnamon and a generous drizzle of honey.

Chill the oranges for at least 1 hour or longer in the refrigerator before serving.

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Peel the oranges and cut away all of the white pith and outer membrane.

In a bowl, stir together the chia seeds, milk, maple syrup, Meyer lemon juice, salt and lemon zest.

When ready to serve, sprinkle the pomegranate seeds, pistachios and mint leaves evenly over the top.

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Shiitake Mushroom and Pea Risotto with Orange

Add the rice and zest and toss with the onions until all the grains are coated in oil. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes more, stirring, until the rice becomes translucent.

Add 2 ladles (about 2/3 cup) of stock and cook, stirring constantly and gently, until the liquid is almost absorbed.

2 Tbsp butter or margarine, divided 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided, plus more as needed 8.8 oz shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps sliced into 1 /4- to 1/2-inch strips Kosher or sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Zest of 1 orange 2 large oranges, juiced, about 1 cup, divided 1 small yellow onion, peeled and chopped 9 oz Arborio rice 4 cups warm chicken or vegetable stock or broth 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil or 2 tsp dried; or 1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh sage leaves or 1 tsp dried 11/2 cups young, tiny sweet peas, fresh or frozen Heat 1 tablespoon each of the butter and oil in a large skillet over mediumlow heat until sizzling starts.

Add the mushrooms and salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until ten-

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Yields: 6 servings as side dish or starter or 4 as main dish

der, 4 to 5 minutes, adding more oil if needed.

Add Âź cup orange juice and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until the juice evaporates and the mushrooms are very tender and glazed. Transfer the mushrooms to a bowl and set aside.

Add the remaining butter and oil to the skillet and return to the heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes over medium heat until softened, transparent and just starting to turn golden.

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If using fresh peas, add them with the first addition of stock. Stir in the fresh or dried herbs at the same time. Continue cooking the risotto over medium heat, adding 2 more ladles (about 2/3 cup) of stock at a time, stirring constantly, allowing each addition of liquid to be almost absorbed before adding more broth.

When the rice has cooked for 10 minutes in this manner, add all the remaining juice and cook until it’s absorbed.

Continue cooking the rice, stirring, adding 2 ladles (about 2/3 cup) of broth at a time until the liquid is absorbed, about another 10 minutes.

When the rice has cooked for a total of 20 minutes, if using frozen peas, stir in the peas, as well as the mushrooms.

Add any remaining stock and cook, stirring, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender and creamy. Total cooking time should be 20 to 25 minutes from the moment the rice is added to the skillet. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.

Baby Vegetables and Microgreens with Charry Lime Vinaigrette

Zest the limes and set the zest aside.

Halve the limes and grill, cut sides down, for 1 to 2 minutes or until they have good grill marks; adds a smoky, caramelized flavor.

Yields: 4 servings Charry Lime Vinaigrette: Zest of 2 limes Juice from the grilled limes 1 Tbsp seasoned rice wine vinegar 1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp sorghum or maple syrup 1 /4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Prepare a medium-hot fire in the grill.

Brush the radishes, carrots and leeks

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Vegetables: 4 oz baby radishes 4 oz baby carrots, with some of the green top 4 oz baby leeks, trimmed 4 oz baby yellow pattypan squash 2 oz microgreens

For the Charry Lime Vinaigrette, squeeze the juice of the grilled lime halves into a bowl. Whisk in the reserved lime zest, rice wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sorghum and olive oil together until well blended. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Arrange the vegetables on salad plates and garnish with microgreens. Spoon the vinaigrette over all and serve.

with olive oil and place in a grilling basket or on a perforated grill rack.

Adapted lemon and lime recipes are from Red, White, and ’Que: Farm Fresh Foods for the American Grill by Karen Adler and Judith Fertig, permission of Running Press.

Grill for 4 to 5 minutes, turning often, until the vegetables have just started to brown at the edges.

Adapted orange recipes are from Orange Appeal, by Jamie Schler, permission of Gibbs Smith.

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PEACE ON EARTH Conflict Resolutions that Work to Bridge Divides Healing happens when we handle conflict in a healthy and transformative way.

Call to Action

Roughly 30 years ago, notable voices began urging Americans to embrace a sustainable worldview of unity in diversity, recognizing our core oneness as a solution to an increasingly out-of-balance society. Success in this endeavor depends primarily on the “habits of the heart” of our citizens, developed in local milieus of families, neighborhoods, classrooms, congregations, voluntary associations, workplaces and public places where strangers gather.

Activating Answers

While mainstream media often largely focuses on the negative aspects of conflict—discord, divisiveness, intolerance, violence, incivility, injustice, chaos and complex problems—a countermovement is convening constructive conversations. Participants are initiating dialogue and deliberations intended to resolve conflicts and create cohesiveness, collaboration, cooperation and compromise among local factions that disagree on how to deal with everything from health care and social justice to environmental protection and climate science. Educational training materials and books are giving outdated models of conflict resolution a facelift.

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boro, North Carolina, battle over a story about a deadly, racially charged incident from the city’s recent past. She quotes James Lamar Gibson, a 20-something AfricanAmerican activist and core organizer for the Counter Stories Project: “We’ve been stuck in an old conversation for a couple of decades. We want to have an army of people with restorative conversation skills, so we can get past the divisiveness and imagine together a different sort of Greensboro,” he says.

The project began with facilitator training, and then developed story circles in which residents were able to have the difficult discussions that don’t ordinarily take place among the police, city council, churches and social agencies.

Today’s conflict resolution experts are discovering that conflict is an essential and powerful call for applying spiritual principles and exercising spiritual practices.

Provocative Questions

“What if we considered conflict as a secret ally or a guidepost, showing us what really matters to us and how much we care? What if our intense emotions are sources of invincible energy, with the power to build the world we want, together? What does having conflict in a healthy and transformative way look like?” queries Ma’ikwe Ludwig, executive director of Commonomics USA,

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an organization which educates and advocates for a world where a commons-based economy creates economic and ecological security for all.

“Conflict has the power to bring to the surface what’s really at stake and to unite people toward a common goal,” advises Ludwig. Her thought-provoking questions can help shift perceptions toward the idea that we need to use conflict; maybe even welcome it.

Ludwig, author of Together Resilient: Building Community in the Age of Climate Disruption, recently helped present new perspectives on conflict resolution during a webinar for Transition US members interested in creating inclusive and diverse communities through collaboration. The nonprofit inspires, encourages, supports and provides networking and training for grassroots initiatives seeking to build community resilience in the face of such challenges as oil spills, climate change and economic crises.

Courtney Breese, managing director for the nonprofit National Coalition for Dialogue & Deliberation (NCDD) and her colleagues, together with thousands of innovative thinkers, are helping by introducing people to simple dialogue and deliberation structures, processes and resources that invite meaningful and productive conversations leading to constructive civic

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A community is a group that can fight gracefully…

Chaos is not just a state; it is an essential process of community development. ~Dr. M. Scott Peck, The Different Drum: Community Making and Peace engagement. Breese remarks, “We’re open to working with anyone interested in learning processes that can help bridge divides. We also like sharing stories about what is working.”

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The group’s downloadable free tools help newcomers: A beginner’s guide for exploring dialogue (ncdd.org/rc/ beginners-guide); a how-to-guide for Conversation Café (CC) hosts (Tinyurl. com/ManualForConversationCafe); and the American Library Association Libraries Transforming Communities: Models for Change Project (ala.org/ltcmodels). “To date, we’ve had at least 800 librarians participate in free NCDD webinars,” Breese notes.

CC is a simple tool useful in exploring difficult topics and provides a safe space to process different perspectives. “Initial agreement on basic rules includes suspending judgment while listening and seeking to understand others, refraining from persuading or converting and talking only from personal experience,” explains Breese.

One new network member, J. Scott Wagner, author of The Liberal’s Guide to Conservatives, speaks about the importance of using neutral language in dialogue. “I learned from him how words can be emotional triggers and signal one-sided perspectives, leaving some group members feeling angry or excluded because they feel the speaker won’t be open to hearing their perspective,” says Breese.

After three tours of the U.S. and hundreds of interviews with conservative individuals, Wagner, founder of the nonprofit Reach the Right, was inspired to use his knowledge of five arenas—neurology/cognitive psychology, personality, bias, social conformity and morality—to help progressives understand conservatives that are not only their political leaders, but also their relatives, partners, friends and managers.

He offers a simple explanation for anyone drenched in inaccurate biases.

“We inherit unconscious genetic personality characteristics that lead us to develop our ideology, with which we construct our world and align with others that are in agreement. Differences in our personality characteristics are the culprits that create conflict.”

Community Needs Erase Enmity

Drawing on 25 years of experience of enabling sworn enemies to create peace in places such as South Africa, Northern Ireland and Colombia, Adam Kahane, author of Collaborating with the Enemy: How to Work with People You Don’t Agree with or Like or Trust, shares insights into the “enemyfying syndrome” that instigates conflict.

This habit of thinking and acting as if people we are dealing with are our enemies and the cause of our problems is all around us and dominates the media. “The enemies are always the others, ‘those people’. Enemyfying, which feels exciting and satisfying— even righteous and heroic—usually obscures, rather than clarifies, the reality of the challenges we face. It amplifies conflicts, narrows the space for problem solving and creativity, and distracts us with unrealizable dreams of decisive victory from the real work we need to do,” observes Kahane.

Kahane sees the challenge of conflict becoming more acute.

“People today are generally more free, individualistic and diverse, with stronger voices and less deference.

Volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity are growing.” Yet, contrary to the common view, it is possible for people that hold contradictory positions to find ways to collaborate.

That’s what he and 40 others representing military officers, guerrillas and paramilitaries; activists and politicians; businesspeople and trade unionists; landowners and farmers; and academics, journalists and young people, accomplished in the Destino Colombia project. They organized to contribute to ending their country’s 52-year civil war.

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orld Café-style conversations used in Conversation Cafés to discuss issues that matter offer a powerful social technology to engage people in meaningful and constructive dialog in corporate, government and community settings.

Understanding that conversation is the core process that drives personal, business and organizational life, it’s a way of thinking and being together sourced in a philosophy of conversational leadership.

Embracing a combination of these guiding principles can foster collaborative exchanges, active engagement and helpful possibilities for action. n Clarify the Purpose n Create a Hospitable Space n Explore Questions that Matter n Encourage Everyone’s Contribution n Connect Diverse Perspectives n Listen for Insights and Share Discoveries Source: Tinyurl.com/CafeConversation Principles

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Jonathan Bender, founder of The Performance of Your Life, a public speaking and personal development business, has been on a lifelong quest of fostering personal growth and societal transformation. His therapeutic classes and workshops demonstrate how to connect, honor and deeply resonate with others, even if they have different worldviews, and how to listen and hear in the same way we want to be heard.

Acknowledging the adrenalin rush that’s a common response to fear of conflict, Bender says, “When we learn to be mindful and speak from our entire body, rather than just from our head, we notice that the voice resonates and originates from a much bigger place.

This teaches us to cultivate greater awareness of our emotions and how we express them.

“Begin by acknowledging an emotion, and then reduce its intensity through slow, deep breaths, paying attention to the correlating physical sensation. Shifting our focus back to the heart allows us to recognize parts of ourselves in the stories of others and come to understand that our personal history is

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Intense emotions can become sources of invincible energy with the collective power to build the world we want.

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the filter through which we ‘enemyfy’,” says Bender, who speaks and presents publicly, educating audiences and clients about the universally challenging performances of everyday life.

According to Robert Atkinson, Ph.D., author of The Story of Our Time: From Duality to Interconnectedness to Oneness, today’s rugged individualism amid conflicts comprises a crisis of consciousness. “No longer can we settle only on seeing things in opposition to one another; we need to shift our consciousness to be able to see the parts coming together in a new whole. Accepting the oneness of humanity as a biological fact, a social necessity and a spiritual reality will lead us further along our journey toward lasting world peace.”

His observation fits with what Joanna Macy, author and scholar of Buddhism and deep ecology, believes is the call of our time: “As planetary citizens, we are being called to wake up together.”

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings who blogs at LindaSechrist.com.

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Sing While We Work Nothing makes meal preparation tasks go faster than crooning along to our favorite carols. Turn up Susan Boyle’s O Holy Night and soon your lungs will be full of air, your heart filled with sentiment, and the turkey stuffed with seasonal goodness will be ready to go into the oven.

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Express Feelings in a Healthy Way Family gatherings can sometimes test our boundaries and patience.

Avoid repressing feelings by finding a way to speak a personal truth in the moment, in a calm and healthy fashion. It’s better than returning home stewing about what we wish we could or should have said.

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eelings of comfort and joy can seem elusive when the holiday to-do list looms or runs amok. The season can seem more like an endless burden than a parade of cheerful events and glad tidings.

Amidst celebratory chaos, these simple rules will help restore inner peace and create greater happiness.

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Eschew Perfection Guests are much more interested in filling their stomachs with great food than judging the scuff marks and wall dings. The perfection of the season is found in the special moments when families and friends sit down together.

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Pay Attention to the Smiles The approaching holidays encourage more shared smiles, kind words and thoughtful gestures. While out and about, look for the grins and well wishes.

Hold the door open for others and offer a friendly greeting to store clerks. We’ll find ourselves smiling even more, because thoughtfulness is contagious.

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Do Nothing for 15 Minutes It’s amazing how refreshed we feel when we take a few minutes to sit in a comfortable chair and simply expe-

rience a moment of stillness. Inner quiet allows the mind to relax and reinvest energy in the body, so we can return to holiday activities with renewed zest.

Assign Roles to Household Helpers The holiday load is lighter when everyone pitches in. Assign specific roles to household members with clear responsibilities, from taking out the garbage to setting the table and washing up.

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Give Each Person a Special Gift Think of something thoughtful that both the giver and receiver enjoy doing together and write a promissory note for the shared experience, such as a free backrub, a day spent downtown, a personal manicure or a movie the other person wants to see.

Take Advantage of Extended Shopping Hours To avoid crowds and lines, schedule a late-night power-shopping trip.

This is the easiest way to manage a department store visit with sanity, have easy access to the shelves and get immediate service.

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Take a Holiday Binge Day Designate a day with no limits and no self-judgment. For anyone that mentally monitors their calories or sweets, claim a binge day out loud with permission for total holiday munching freedom. The next day, we can reinstate discipline.

Express Gratitude at the Table Loving feelings can never be expressed enough, so use the holiday as an opportunity to tell others how important they are to you. Create a heartfelt moment at the table by sharing at least one thing that you’re truly grateful for, and ask everyone else to do the same.

Go Outside for Fun in Nature Hiking in a nearby forest preserve, skating, sledding or building a snow fort with the kids not only burns energy, but is emotionally exhilarating for the whole family. Pick an outdoor activity, don appropriate togs, and share in the laughter and serenity of a sparkling winter day.

Dianne Bischoff James is a life transformation coach, actor, business consultant and author of The Real Brass Ring: Change Your Life Course Now. She specializes in facilitating the midlife reboot and lives in Boston, MA.

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INSPIRED LIVING Five Ways to Make the New Year Sparkle

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nspiration may strike anywhere, at any time. The trick is nurturing the process to appear on demand when we need it most.

Often, an inspiration is sparked when we perceive someone being selfless, courageous, physically extraordinary or deliciously creative. However, we don’t need to wait for outside stimulus when we can discover internal stirrings by invoking any of these self-inspiring tips.

Just Do It – The Nike slogan has never been more appropriate. We all have something we’ve thought about doing or trying. Whether traveling to a new location, trying a different sport, joining a new-to-us group or club, or making more friends, don’t put it off—just do it.

between volunteering and happiness in a large group of American adults, they found that the more people volunteered, the happier they were.

Journal – People often journal as a way to reflect upon their lives. This can be helpfully revealing, but rather than looking back, look forward, using a journal as a blueprint to manifest the most inspired year yet. Write out plans and dreams with the steps needed to achieve them.

Volunteer – A common excuse for not volunteering is, “I don’t have the time.” Next year, make the time. When researchers at the London School of Economics examined the relationship

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Defeat allodoxaphobia – It’s the fear of others’ negative opinions. Everyone suffers from this to some extent, and it can hinder us from living our best life.

Former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt remarked, “You wouldn’t worry so much about what others think of you if you realized how seldom they do.”

Gratitude – This is the big one.

One way to be and stay inspired is by starting off each day in a state of gratitude. Every morning before getting out of bed, think of at least three things to be grateful for. By doing this, we recognize the blessings we have and greet the day in a positive frame of mind. It’s a perfect way to end each day, too. When someone routinely inquires, “How are you?” answer, “I am grateful.”

Our time on Earth is not infinite.

With only so many days promised, let’s vow to live them inspired.

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the wrong cadence. Classical music like Bach is calming. When I played Pachelbel’s Canon in D on my flute, my Morgan gelding, Ten Penny Moonshine, listened for hours.”

PETS ¤ MUSIC

Rabbits Hear Up to 42,000 Hz

Each Species Grooves to Its Own Beat

“Rescued rabbits like long tones, common in music accompanying yoga or reiki,” Morgan relates. “Long tones hold a chord with layers of notes on top.”

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He could tell by the way animals walked that they Dogs Hear Up to 45,000 Hz hear in stereo, animals in were keeping time to some “People mono,” says Marlow. It’s why dogs tilt kind of music. Maybe it their heads left to right—to allow more was the song in their own sound waves into their ears—collecting information from various angles. hearts that they walked to. Sound frequency and intensity

Horses Hear Up to 33,500 Hz Marlow found that horses prefer rhythmic pieces matching their natural movements. “When a Tennessee walking horse breeder played music during a birth, the foal and mother recovered faster than usual.” After that, “The horses ran to the barn upon hearing the same music.”

Sally Morgan, a physical therapist and advanced certified Tellington TTouch practitioner in Northampton, Massachusetts, who has enjoyed freestyle performance riding, says, “I liked to play our songs in the barn. Five CD players can keep horses relaxed most of the day. They don’t like countrywestern music; it’s often sad and in 24

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ust as dogs’ and cats’ noses are more efficient than ours, they also have better hearing, reacting to a broader and higher range of frequencies and vibrations.

“We sense our world from where our ears are. Our plane is generally five to six feet high; animals closer to the ground hear things differently,” says Janet Marlow, founder and CEO of Pet Acoustics, in Washington Depot, Connecticut. The internationally renowned musician, composer and sound behaviorist has invented species-specific music based on her 30 years of research.

Humans hear up to 23,000 Hertz (Hz), which differs substantially from that of many other creatures (lsu.edu/ deafness/HearingRange.html). A Hertz is a standard unit of frequency set at one cycle per second.

keeps an animal alive in nature; they learn to flee in another direction, not analyze. Separation anxiety is often due to a sound the dog doesn’t recognize, Marlow explains. Sound triggers behavior, whether good or bad, as dogs relax or are stressed. Music releases tension from their being ever-vigilant as seen in their posture.

To understand what a dog hears, sit or crawl on the floor. Electronic speakers are usually positioned at heights conducive for our ears, not theirs.

“For the holidays, my dogs and horses like We Three Kings, The Holly and the Ivy and especially Greensleeves for their baroque roots and repeating patterns,” notes Morgan.

Cats Hear Up to 64,000 Hz Marlow credits her cat, Osborn, with inspiring her interest in music for animals. When Osborn was injured, she visited the veterinary hospital and sang to him to keep him calm. Her home state’s Litchfield Veterinary Hospital became her initial testing ground for species-specific music.

“We use Pet Acoustics music boxes in the cat ward, recovery rooms and exam rooms,” says Heather Florkowski, a certified technician at the facility. “In our experience, stress inhibits the healing process. Like people, animals are anxious when ill and visiting the doctor’s office. Music helps ease their stress. At

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home, when I move the music box to another room, my dog follows it.”

“During a TTouch session, cats are completely relaxed when I play New Age music for them,” says Morgan.

“Pick music that fits the cat’s personality. You can tell what they like from their body language; it’s not always what you’d expect.”

Aquarium Fish Hear Up to 3,000 Hz “Fish are frantic animals that must always anticipate their next meal,” says Sam Williamson, a former marine biologist in Edinburgh, Scotland. “When I started playing classical music at feeding time, I noticed my three betas became calmer. A piece by Benjamin Britten, started two minutes before feeding, led to them expect food only when the music played.”

Domesticated Birds Hear Up to 8,500 Hz In the wild, birds are part of a flock.

At home, they’re often solitary. “Birds are the most musical and communicative of all animals,” remarks Marlow.

“Without companionship, birds can get neurotic and pull their feathers out. Provide a sense of the outdoors by including nature sounds in played music.”

“Animals need us to be aware of their hearing,” Marlow advises. “Holistic pet people have addressed improved diet and medical procedures. Understanding how music supports their well-being also enables us to better care for them.”

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Holistic Festival of Life – 10am-7pm. Join the largest wellness festival in North Texas featuring dynamic speakers, yoga, movement meditation, dance, music, and amazing vendors focused healthy living. Free. Plano Centre, 2000 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano. Jennifer Rae, Director: 469401-4777. HolisticFestivalOfLife.com.

12th Annual Christmas Open House and Pottery Sale – Dec 1-2. 5-9pm, Fri; 9am-2pm, Sat. Coventry is a day program that provides life enrichment opportunities for adults with special needs. The purchase of our handcrafted pottery and Christmas ornaments help fund our nonprofit program. Free admission. The Coventry Reserve, 2004 Parker Rd, St. Paul/Wylie. Sherri Rapp: 972-636-8498. CoventryReserve.org.

First Friday Dance – 6-8:30pm. Join us for a night of dancing. Band: Tommy Chandler. $5 at door.

Lewisville Senior Activity Center, 1950A S Valley Pkwy, Lewisville. 972-219-5050.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 Outdoor Cooking Camp – Dec 2-3. Everyone likes to eat and that’s the theme for this weekend. Tasty meals, cooked in a variety of interesting methods.

Learn how to make your next outdoor adventure a culinary treat. Camp Tonkawa Outdoor Learning Center, Inc, 1036 CR 203, Collinsville. Details: 940-440-8382.

Arbor Hills Nature Preserve Nature Walk – 8:30-10am. Led by Blackland Prairie Master Naturalist. 6701 W Parker Rd, Plano. To register, Rachael Bennett Outdoor Recreation Coordinato​ r: 972-941-5403.

LLEA Nature Walk – 10am-12pm. Animal tracks, deer trails, trees with personality, singing birds; we never know what we’ll find on our monthly nature walk. $5/vehicle; cash or check only. Lewisville

Bird Walk – 8-11am. Bring binoculars and field guides if have them, and learn what to watch for in habits, characteristics and calls from Gailon and Rodney, both with Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society. Can expect about 30+ species. All ages welcome. Connemara Meadow Preserve, 300 Tatum Rd, Allen. 469-200-4085.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6 Circle N Dairy holiday cheeses Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. 972-219-3550. llela.org.

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LLEA Night Hike – 5:15-7:15pm. Follow our trail guides on a moonlit stroll down the nature trails.

Ages 5 yrs & up. $10/person. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration required by Dec 1, 11am: 972-219-3550. llela.org.

Nature Awareness Day Camp: Wildlife in Winter – 9:30am-2:30pm. A fun day of outdoor learning about the plants and animals in your own backyard in the North Texas area. Let your children become comfortable and knowledgeable in their own environment. Camp Tonkawa Outdoor Learning Center, Inc, 1036 CR 203, Collinsville. Details: 940-440-8382.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7 New Sustainability Volunteer Orientation – 6:307:30pm. Become a sustainability volunteer and help make Plano cleaner, greener and healthier.

Environmental Education Center, 4116 W Plano Pkwy, Plano. Register: 972-769-4313. Plano.gov.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 Backpacking Camp – Dec 9-10. Camp Tonkawa Outdoor Learning Center, Inc, 1036 CR 203, Collinsville. Details: 940-440-8382.

REI First Aid & Wilderness Training – Dec 9-10. 7am-6pm. n this 2-day course learn skills and abilities to make sound decisions in emergency

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situations. From the Patient Assessment System through traumatic, medical, and environmental emergencies, experience a wide variety of topics designed to prepare you to act if an accident occurs. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. More info: 817-491-6333 or bjnc.org.

LLEA Bird Walk – 7:30-10am. Bird watchers of all skill levels are invited to join an expert birder to explore birding locations at LLELA. Ages 10 & up. $5/vehicle, cash or check only. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. 972-219-3550.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 A Day at the Spa – 1-4pm. Join Mary Ellen Dorey, Certified Clinical Aromatherapist, and learn how to create your own high quality, natural and effective spa products for yourself and your lucky friends. $75. Lightworker’s Sanctuary, 7336 Main St, The Colony. Info, Lightworker’s Sanctuary: 214-3851784. DoreyAromatherapy.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13 The Nature of Oak Point Park Guided Walk – 10-11:30am. Carol Clark leads this enjoyable and informative walk through the fields of wildflowers.

5901 Los Rios Blvd, Plano. 972-390-2882.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14 Junior Explorers Mommy and Me – 10-11am.

Dec theme: Keeping Warm! Bring out your little ones to learn about the animals in the Cross Timbers months stay warm in the winter through fun crafts and outdoor activities. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. More info: 817491-6333 or bjnc.org.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 Holidays at the Heard – Dec 15 & 16. 6:30-9pm.

See lights and holiday décor along a half-mile Heard nature trail. Enjoy the opportunity to take a photo with Father Christmas and Mother Nature in a festive setting. Hot beverages and treats available for purchase. Family-friendly entertainment. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 Winter Walk – 9:30-10:30am. Let’s walk way back into the woods and look for the mighty trees along Wilson Creek, deer hiding in the woods or geese and ducks in the wetlands. Included in general admission; free/Heard Museum members. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566.

Christmas at the Cabin – 10am-3pm. Take a trip back to an 1870s Christmas and celebrate the old-fashioned way. Enjoy a tour of the historic Minor-Porter Log Cabin, make a corn husk doll or an ornament to take home to your own Christmas tree, create a hand-dipped candle, enjoy carols, sip hot cider by the campfire and more. Free with entry to LLELA ($5/vehicle). LLELA, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. llela.org.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20 The Nature of Oak Point Park Guided Walk – 10-11:30am. Carol Clark leads this enjoyable and

informative walk through the fields of wildflowers.

5901 Los Rios Blvd, Plano. 972-390-2882.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24 Christmas Eve at Agape – 10:30am. Includes a 7-piece band and 3 professional singers doing holiday and Christmas songs. Gifts for the kids 12 and under. This high-energy service is centered on remembering to see and recognize the light that is within us, as well as within others. Noah’s Event Venue, 5280 Town Square Dr, Plano. For more info: AgapeCSL.com.

savethedate SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24 The Sound of Soul – 11am-Noon. Singing HU, a love song to God, can open your heart and spiritually uplift you; followed by spiritual conversations, music and lunch. 1200 E Jackson Rd, Rear Bldg, Carrollton. 972-8200530. Eckankar-Texas.org.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26 McKinney Audubon Christmas Bird Count – 7am. There are 9 zones in the count, including the Museum grounds. If you wish to participate, but are not familiar with the zones or are new to a Christmas Count, just call your name and number of people with your party; you will be assigned a zone on the morning of the count or before. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566. PrairieAndTimbers.org.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30 Kid’s Christmas Bird Count – 9-11am. The Christmas Bird Count is the longest-running citizen science project in the world contributing invaluable data to scientists studying bird population trends.

Our kid’s version of the count gives kids ages 5 and up a taste of the real deal. $5/person plus $5/vehicle entry fee. LLELA, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration required by December 29, 11am: llela.org.

Año Nuevo – 5-7pm. Happy New Year! Gather around the campfire, sip warm ponche and share our wishes for the New Year. During this kid-friendly event we will eat grapes, share lentils and write resolutions. Be sure to bring your suitcase for our mile-long night hike under the full moon along the Cicada trail. $5/person. LLELA, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration required by December 29, 11am: llela.org.

plan ahead SATURDAY, APRIL 21 Earth Day Texoma – 9am-4pm. Join our community-wide environmental festival featuring workshops, keynote speaker, children’s art show and activities, recycling opportunities, plant sales and environmentally-friendly vendors. Fun, free family event offering practical ways ordinary people can improve the health of the planet, their children, and themselves. Theme: “Reducing Your Footprint.” Sherman Municipal Grounds, 405 N Rusk, Sherman. Amy Hoffman Shehan: 903-821-8198.

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Desiderata GO PLACIDLY amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.

Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.

Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism.

Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment, it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.

Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here.

And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.

Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.

by Max Ehrmann © 1927

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Collin County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas Meeting – 7pm. 2nd Tues. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. More info: 972-380-4030.

Sunday Celebration Service Agape Center For Spiritual Living – 10am, meditation; 10:30am, service. Noah’s Event Venue, 5280 Town Square Dr, Plano. Rev Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331.

AgapeCSL.com.

Buddhist Sangha – 7-9pm. The meeting of Horizon’s Buddhist covenant group. Meditation and study of the 8-Fold Path. Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1641 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton.

972-492-4940. Horizonuu.org.

Sunday Worship: Unity Spiritual Center of Denton Service – 10am, coffee; 11am, service. Unity takes spiritual principles and makes them practical in your life. 6071 New Hope Rd, Krugerville. 214453-0218. UnityOfNewHope.org.

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Horizon UU Worship Service – 10:30am-12pm.

Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1641 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton. 972-492-4940. Horizonuu.org.

monday savethedate MONDAY Dairy Farm Tours – Mon-Sat, by appt only. Experience life on a dairy farm with an educational tour including how and what cows are fed, the benefits of grass-crop-based feed (silage), the milking parlor, bottle feeding baby calves along with learning the benefits of drinking raw milk vs pasteurized milk. Everyone gets samples of milk. $7/person age 2 & up. Circle N Dairy, 2074 County Road 446, Gainesville. 940-372-0343.

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Free Holy Yoga: All Levels – 9:30-10:30am. Gentle Hatha/Bhakti yoga. Holy Yoga offers encouraging Bible passages during meditation and prayer in lieu of ohm-ing. Non-denominational. All welcome.

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First United Methodist Church of Richardson, Fitness Studio in Bartula Family Center, 503 North Central Expressway, Richardson. Jenny Bradford 214-207-8941.

Women’s Life Coaching Groups – 12-1:30pm. & 7-8:30pm. If you’re looking for clarity, peace, support and connection with like-minded women, join us for our weekly meetings led by two life coaches. $25. Inner Evolution Coaching, 1517 McDermott St, Allen. Amy Egan: 214-356-7646.

Beekeeping Meeting – 6:30pm. 2nd Mon. Beginner to experienced keepers welcome, ages 8-80. Free.

Collin County Hobby Beekeepers Association.

Collin College Conference Center (Central Park Campus), 2200 W University Dr, McKinney. 972843-8084.

Prenatal Class – 12-1pm. Last Wed. Designed specifically for expectant parents, this free 1-hr course with Dr. Alina Olteanu covers numerous topics on preparing for your new arrival, such as your child’s development, immunizations, breast feeding, supplements, nutrition. Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas, 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste B-100, Frisco. RSVP requested: 214-736-1954.

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Organic Society Meeting – 6:30pm, seed & info exchange; 7pm, meeting. 3rd Wed. Denton Organic Society. Denton Senior Center, 509 N Bell Ave, Denton. 940-382-8551.

Agape Community Meditation & Prayer Gathering – 6:45-8:15pm. Experience group meditation and prayer. Yeager Office Suites, 2770 Main St, Ste 158, Frisco. Rev. Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331.

AgapeCSL.com.

friday Nature Story Times – 10:30-11am. Designed primarily for young children and introduces a different nature-themed book each week. Included in general admission, free/Heard Museum Members. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566.

Community Dance – 7-9:30pm. 2nd & 4th Fri. Live Music, varied styles. Fun for all ages 21 and up. $5/ person Denton Senior Center, 509 North Bell Ave, Denton. 940-349-8720.

saturday SUNDAY Sunday Celebration Service Agape Center For Spiritual Living – 10am, meditation; 10:30am, service. Noah’s Event Venue, 5280 Town Square Dr, Plano. Rev Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331. AgapeCSL.com.

WEDNESDAY Agape Community Meditation & Prayer Gathering – 6:45-8:15pm. Experience group meditation and prayer. Yeager Office Suites, 2770 Main St, Ste 158, Frisco. Rev. Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331. AgapeCSL.com.

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2nd Saturday Bird Walk – Thru June. 8-9am. Learn more about birding. These walks are intended to help beginning and intermediate birders with bird spotting and identification techniques. Included in general admission. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972562-5566.

Trail Running – 9am. Led by Jason Tamblyn. $10/ year. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. 817-491-6333.

Farmersville Farmers & Fleas Market – 9am3pm. 1st Sat. Features produce, crafts, food, jewelry, antiques and more. Onion Shed, 151 S Main, Farmersville. 972-784-6846. FarmersvilleTX.com.

Blackland Prairie Raptor Center First Saturdays – 10am-2pm. Meet raptors up-close. Take guided prairie hikes. Kids activities. Bring a picnic lunch.

Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, 1625 Brockdale Park Rd, Lucas. Erich Neupert: 972-442-7607.

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Harp Music for Wellbeing – 12-1pm. 1st Sat. Come relax and listen to the harp, prescriptive music as it facilitates healing, promotes feelings of well-being and aids in transition. $15. Pilates and Yoga Studio, 200 S Austin Dr, Allen. Patsy M. Sadowski, MA, Certified Music Practitioner: 972-814-0778. PilatesForLife.com.

Heard Nature Photographers – 1:30-3:30pm. 2nd Sat. Photographers of all ages and experience levels.

Presentations, field trips. Membership $20/year; first two visits free. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. For more info, Tom Martin: 469-261- 3045. HeardNaturePhotographers.com Introduction to Yoga Series – 3-4:30pm. An 8-wk series of 75-90-min classes of yoga and discussion.

Each week introduces an area of yoga in a way that you can jump in any time. $80. YogaJax Yoga Studio, 2001 Coit Rd, Ste 155, Plano. Preregister, Jami Jackson: 469-331-9913 or YogaJax.com.

savethedate SATURDAY Group-Trance: 2-Hr Deep Trance Session – 6:30-8:30pm. 2nd & 4th Sat. Combine hypnotic storytelling and rhythm to relax the conscious mind while using array of techniques that teach your unconscious how to feel pleasure in the face of stress, because your other mind wants to learn wonderful things. Offer 1 or 2 hr sessions. $50. Dallas Meta-Morph, Frisco. Registration required, Sherrie Grana: 512-589-2089 or DallasMeta-Morph.com.

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savethedate DAILY Meditation for Children and Parents – With Dr Alina Olteanu. Children and parents can learn how to meditate in one session. Evening and weekend classes available. Afterwards, join our community of meditators once a month, for group meditations. $150. Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas, 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste B-100, Frisco. For appt: 214-736-1954. WholeChildTexas.com. MeditateWithAlina.com.

Star Coyote Events – Monthly events include gong, Tibetan bowl and crystal bowl sound journeys, shamanic journey with a drum dance, kid’s energy and creativity events, and a Wed morning class series. Please see the calendar at StarCoyoteSoundTemple.com for the exact dates and times as they change each month, or call 469-344-6484.

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Massage/bodyworks/Feldenkrais/energy therapists are welcome. Info: 214-973-0482.

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Christmas Tree Lot – Thru Dec 16. 5-9pm, Mon-Fri; 9am-9pm, Sat; 12-8pm, Sun. Support Boy Scout Troop 51 in Frisco while getting a Scotch pine, Douglas or Frasier fir for the holidays. $25-$150. Supplies limited. 2 locations: Frisco Square, Main St & Coleman Blvd; Frisco First United Methodist Church, 7659 Preston Rd, just north of Stonebrook/Rolater. 817-706-4347.

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with acupuncture clinic. Seeking women’s care specialfor satellite clinic. John: 214-893-4321.

WANTED LOOKING FOR YOGA INSTRUCTOR – To share space and rent with Dance Therapy instructor in the McKinney/Allen area. Lori: 504-460-6488.

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Live Green in Plano (LGIP) Volunteer Program – Volunteers 13 and up need. Complete a short application and attend an orientation prior to getting started. Activities include monthly garden workdays; community creek and litter cleanups; special event support and assistance; community outreach options; administration; and more. For orientation dates & registration: LiveGreenInPlano.com.

Tea, Talk and Tour at Living Ethics School & Inspired Learning Academy – Families of current and prospective students K-12 can learn more about the philosophy, curriculum and relationships, tour the facility and grounds and connect with other like-minded parents and families.

340 Country Club Rd, Fairview. For more info: 214-544-8338 or CenterForLivingEthics.org & InspiredLearningAcademy.org.

A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work. ~Colin Powell

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A community resource guide connecting you with local businesses and experts. To find out how you can be included in the Natural Directory, email napcadmin@naturalawakeningsmag.com.

ACUPUNCTURE NEW STAR CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE

Dr. Zhangping Lu, DC, LAc, MD (China) 425 Maplelawn Dr, Ste 101, Plano 75075 972-519-8488 DFWAcupunctureChiropractic.com Whole-body wellness center providing chiropractic care, spinal decompression, allergy testing, NAET, IMAET, detoxification, weight loss, hormone balancing, wellness programs and more. Allnatural healing, no medication, no surgery. See ad, page 11.

SERENDIPITY HEALTH & WELLNESS

We have it all: air-brush makeup and biologic air-brush tanning, body detox wraps, ionic foot detox, Bright White teeth whitening, antiaging aloe facials, lunch time facelift, Brazilian blowouts, bridal/ prom hair and makeup and more.

I'm the gentle chiropractor. As a doctor of chiropractic and licensed massage therapist, I can help you to relieve pain head to toe, whether caused by injury, stress or fatigue. My style is gentle but effective, which can be particularly helpful for those in extreme pain, children or seniors. See ads, pages 7 and 12.

Helen Gibson-Nicholas, Owner 111 Fountain Ct, Fairview 70569 972-549-4249 • HelloGorgeous.com

MOR WELLNESS CONCEPTS

Ronit Mor, ND, LE 17480 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 110, Dallas 75287 214-612-6776 • MorConcepts.com Anti-aging skin therapy, non-surgical face lifts and Green Peel herbal exfoliations, coupled with nutritional consultations, all aimed at rejuvenating your skin inside out, naturally and non-invasively. See ad, page 23.

DOREY AROMATHERAPY & REFLEXOLOGY Mary Ellen Dorey, Owner Plano • 972-567-3962 DoreyAromatherapy.com

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONES WILLOW BEND OB/GYN

Jean Murray Gerhard, MD, PA 6130 W Parker Rd, Ste 106 MOB 1 Plano, 75093 972-468-8158 • WillowBendOBGYN.com Willow Bend OB/GYN is a medical practice located in the Presbyterian Hospital of Plano, and we now offer bio-identical hormone pellets for both men and women. See ad, page 6.

CLARISSA A. GUARDIOLA

Certified Aromatherapist 214-315-0532 • Natures-Guard.com Offering single oils, custom blends and certified organic beauty products, all hand selected to be pure, therapeuticgrade, organic and harvest conscious.

Having an intimate relationship with these pure and powerful gifts from God, Clarissa’s offerings are carefully chosen to promote well-being of body, mind and spirit.

Complimentary consultations and education available.

BEAUTY HAIR COLOR STUDIOS

9200 E Lebanon Rd, Ste 32, Frisco 75035 214-436-4955 • HairColorStudios.com Organic color for your hair and health.

Open seven days a week. “No-Neck-Pain” wash basins have built-in headrest for your comfort and to protect your neck. See ads, pages 8 and 12.

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Whole-body wellness center providing chiropractic care, spinal decompression, allergy testing, NAET, IMAET, detoxification, weight loss, hormone balancing, wellness programs and more.

All-natural healing, no medication, no surgery. See ad, page 11.

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European and Ayurvedic Reflexology and aromatherapy sessions, plus a full line of products for well care, body care and natural perfumes. Reflexology works with the feet and helps to balance the subtle energy systems of the entire body leaving you feeling refreshed and energized. See ad, page 11.

Dr. Zhangping Lu, DC, LAc, MD (China) 425 Maplelawn Dr, Ste 101, Plano 75075 972-519-8488 DFWAcupunctureChiropractic.com

CHIROPRACTIC BEST LIFE CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER Plano • Flower Mound • Argyle 972-200-5009 • BestLifeChiro.com See ad, page 3.

HEALTHWORKS

Dr. Christy Porterfield & Dr. Jennifer Taylor 2317 Coit Rd, Plano 972-612-1800 • HealthWorksTX.com

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HealthWorks offers world-class chiropractic in a concierge model of care. Your family will experience a step-by-step approach to improving health for a lifetime of radiant health.

See ads, pages 12 and 15.

Dr. Amy St. John, DC, LMT 4011 W Plano Pkwy, Ste 100, Plano 75075 214-801-0741 • SerendipityWellness.net

SYNERGY BALANCE NUCCA CHIROPRACTIC HEALING CENTER Drs. Bryan & Brittney Asby 12740 Hillcrest Rd, Ste 138, Dallas 75230 972-387-4700 • MySynergyBalance.com

A gentle NUCCA alignment, with no cracking, twisting or popping, can improve and even reverse joint pain, headaches, disc issues, limping, numbness, ringing in the ears and more.

COACHING BRAINCODE CORP

Anne ‘Kip’ Watson, MA, LPC, CPT, CHPC 214-543-4108 • BrainCodeCorp.com Discovering how you’re “wired” is the first step to success with your goals and objectives whether on the field or in the conference room.

A simple assessment provides your unique “brain code,” improving how you think and process information while increasing your consistency and confidence. Get brain-coded today!

COACHING/GUIDANCE TEXAS PARENTING AND INNER EVOLUTION

Amy Egan, Certified Life Coach 214-356-7646 • InnerEvolutionCoaching.com Trained Love & Logic Facilitator and Certified Life Coach, Amy does private sessions, classes, ongoing groups, and speaking engagements for parents and women. Her passion: help you raise your kids to be responsible and happy adults, and help women find joy and inner peace.

DAIRY CIRCLE N FAMILY DAIRY

Michelle and Tommy Neu 2074 County Rd 446, Gainesville 76240 940-372-0343 • CircleNDairy.com State-permitted dairy licensed to sell fresh, all-natural unprocessed grade A raw milk. See full listing under Farms & Farmers' Markets. See ads, pages 11 and 12.

DECLUTTERING / ORGANIZING SERVICES THE DECLUTTERBUG

Anita Sisler 469-298-9077 • TheDeclutterbug.biz Holistic approach to organizing.

Serving clients with compassion. Let me help you create cozy, functional spaces. Certificate of Study in chronically disorganized, ADD and hoarding. Serving the North Dallas and Collin County areas. See ad, page 27.

DENTISTRY SMILE RANCH DENTISTRY

Dr. Robyn Abramczyk, DDS, NMD, IBDM, MS, AIAOMT 6700 Horizon Rd, Heath 75032 972-772-7645 • SmileRanchDentistry.com Amalgam fillings contain mercury, radioactive cadmium, silver, tin and more. We remove amalgam while keeping the patient comfortable and safe from toxic by-products generated during the process. See ad, back cover.

DINING SHANDIZ MEDITERRANEAN GRILL & MARKET 4013 W Parker Rd, Plano 75093 972-943-8885

Halal meats, fresh produce, groceries and flat bread baked on-site.

EDUCATION LIVING ETHICS SCHOOL & INSPIRED LEARNING ACADEMY 340 Country Club Rd, Fairview 75069 214-544-8338 CenterForLivingEthics.org (K-6) InspiredLearningAcademy.org (7-9)

Are you seeking a learning environment that nurtures the whole child? Children thrive in heart-centered relationships that cultivate whole-being intelligence through nature, creativity, discovery, storytelling, meaningful learning and individual projects. Full- and part-time programs available. We welcome you to our monthly Tea, Talk and a Tour. See ad, page 6.

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Michelle and Tommy Neu 2074 County Rd 446, Gainesville 76240 940-372-0343 • CircleNDairy.com

Jodi Roberts and Kris Sands 469-344-6484 StarCoyoteHealingCenter.com

State-permitted dairy licensed to sell fresh, all-natural unprocessed grade A raw milk. Visit us at the farm to learn why our great-tasting, fresh, raw milk is a safe and naturally healthier choice for your family. Call us to schedule a tour to see a working family farm and be sure to visit our on-site store for fresh raw white and chocolate milk, cream, free-range eggs and more. See ads, pages 11 and 12.

Relax, de-stress and energize your life with individual sessions, classes, groups and workshops.

Meditation and Sound Healing support your inner peace. The HeartMath Personal Resilience Training is an energy management program, teaching you lifelong skills to use in stressful moments, increasing well-being, clarity and improving personal and professional performance. See ads, pages 7 and 12.

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Cheri Hausmann, Owner Denton, TX 940-218-8437 • FitnessByCheri.com Specializing in seniors, couples, women’s fitness, therapeutic fitness, injury recovery, pre/postnatal, stress relief and weight management.

PAWS & CLAWS ANIMAL HOSPITAL Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM 2145 W Park Blvd, Plano 75075 972-867-8800 PawsAndClawsAnimalHospital.com

Offering drug-free treatments, antiaging medicine, holistic anesthesia, and blood testing for early diagnosis of cancer in healthy pets. See ad, page 25.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HEART & VITALITY, PLLC

Dr. Abraham Jacob, MD, FACC 4100 W 15th St, Ste 112, Plano 75093 972-596-7399 • HeartAndVitality.com Heart & Vitality is a premier wellness center offering bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, weight-loss/nutrition, vitamins, non-invasive, drug- and surgery-free pain relief, and aesthetics. See ad, page 17.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS THE CUPPING GURU

Dana Russell, LMT, ACT Far North Dallas and Allen 469-831-2795 • Cupping.Guru Contemporary cupping is a superior therapy for releasing muscle knots, relieving tension, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, detoxing, smoothing cellulite and more. It's effective and relaxing. Located inside Mor Wellness Concepts.

HAIR SALON HAIR COLOR STUDIOS

9200 E Lebanon Rd, Ste 32, Frisco 75035 214-436-4955 • HairColorStudios.com Open seven days a week, we offer organic color for your hair and health. “No-Neck-Pain” wash basins have built in headrest for your comfort and to protect your neck. Whether you're simply sensitive to some of those harsher chemical lines or just want vibrant, beautiful, healthy hair you'll love our natural approach to how we treat your hair and overall beauty. Ask about free color consultation. See ads, pages 8 and 12.

INTEGRATIVE PHYSICIANS HEALTHY KIDS PEDIATRICS

Dr. Deborah Z. Bain, MD, FAAP, ABIHM 4851 Legacy Dr, Ste 301, Frisco 75034 972-294-0808 • HealthyKidsPediatrics.com Where your child’s health is our passion! Offering a full range of pediatric services integrating conventional and natural medicine for your child’s optimal health. See ad, page 5.

Put your heart, mind and soul into even your smallest acts.

This is the secret of success. ~Swami Sivananda

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ROOTS INTEGRATIVE GYNECOLOGY Dr. Odette Limosnero, MD 2005 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton 75010 972-822-3365 RootsIntegrativeGynecology.com

We take the time to build a relationship with you, to not only treat your symptoms, but discover the underlying cause of your “disease.” See ad, page 20.

WHOLE CHILD PEDIATRICS OF TEXAS

Dr. Alina Olteanu, MD, PhD 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste 100, Frisco 75034 214-736-1954 • WholeChildTexas.com Pediatric care that considers the whole person (body, mind, spirit and lifestyle). Revolutionary approach based on principles of Integrative Medicine, providing a new roadmap to optimal health. See ad, page 7.

NATURAL FOOD & VITAMINS SUNFLOWER SHOPPE

Fort Worth/Alliance: 817-741-6799 Colleyville: 817-399-9100 Fort Worth: 817-738-9051 SunflowerShoppe.com Your go-to resource for natural foods, supplements, unflagging customer service and knowledgeable staff. Find out about great savings with our Sunflower Saver card and First Tuesday Sales. Closed Sundays for faith and family.

NATUROPATHS/ NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS MOR WELLNESS CONCEPTS

Ronit Mor, ND, LE 17480 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 110, Dallas 75287 214-612-6776 • MorConcepts.com Inspiring, empowering and coaching you to naturally improve and maintain your well-being. Ronit’s holistic, nontoxic approach helps restore vitality and lessen chronic conditions through nutrition, lifestyle and alternative modalities. See ad, page 23.

LAWN CARE – ORGANIC EARTH KIND SERVICES

Organic Compost Lawn Treatment Beau Propes, Owner 469-744-0281 • EarthKindServices.com Organic lawn treatment that gets amazing results. Safe for kids and pets. See ad, page 25.

OUTDOOR LEARNING CENTER LEWISVILLE LAKE ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING AREA 201 E Jones St, Lewisville 75057 972-219- 3550 • LLELA.org

LIFE COACH KATHY D. CARTER

300 S Watters, Allen 75013 214-245-2293 • KathyDCarter.com Reiki master and intuitive life coach Kathy guides your transformation clearing the way to your soul’s purpose achieving your greatest potential and joy.

MARKETS – GROCERY SPICE BAZAAR INDIAN GROCERY 4681 Ohio Dr, Ste 105, Frisco 75035 214-618-3174

MASSAGE BLAZING SKY BODYWORK

Denise Giovinazzo, LMT 2121 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Ste 107, Plano 214-364-5611 • BlazingSkyBodywork.com Providing therapeutic massage and specializing in lymph therapy providing detoxification, treating chronic and autoimmune health concerns, pain and stress management, skin disorders, migraines and more. Lic#MT125891.

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North Texas

LLELA offers familyfriendly nature exploration.

Open daily for hiking, fishing, birding, primitive camping, canoeing and kayaking on Trinity River.

Check website for tours and events.

PARENTING

WHOLE CHILD PEDIATRICS OF TEXAS

Dr. Alina Olteanu, MD, PhD 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste 100, Frisco 75034 214-736-1954 • WholeChildTexas.com We empower our patients to take control of their health with a transformative clinical practice that integrates the best of traditional, Western medicine with ancient, Eastern healing modalities and with a vast array of nutraceuticals and cutting edge clinical test, while “walking the talk” of healing right by your side, every single step of your journey. See ad, page 7.

PERMACULTURE SCHOOL OF PERMACULTURE Suburban Site: 3928 Dickens Dr, Plano, TX 75023 Farm Site: Ben Franklin, TX 214-856-8477 SchoolOfPermaculture.com

Learn to create a better life through natural design.

Grow your own food, harvest your own water, create your own energy, and more. See ad, page 22.

PERSONAL WELLNESS EMF BALANCE DALLAS

Crystal Lynn, Founder 972-825-9314 • EMFBalanceDallas.com We scan homes and offices for harmful frequencies that could be negatively affecting you, your family and co-workers. We detect things such as electromagnetic frequencies (EMF), radio frequencies (RF) and geopathic stress frequencies and microwave leakage, then we suggest ways to protect and balance the space. Call today for more info or a quote.

PILATES

TEXAS PARENTING AND INNER EVOLUTION

FIT N PILATES

Trained Love & Logic Facilitator and Certified Life Coach, Amy does private sessions, classes, ongoing groups, and speaking engagements for parents and women.

Her passion: help you raise your kids to be responsible and happy adults, and help women find joy and inner peace.

Customized Pilates instruction.

Amy Egan, Certified Life Coach 214-356-7646 • InnerEvolutionCoaching.com

PEDIATRICS HEALTHY KIDS PEDIATRICS

Dr. Deborah Z. Bain, MD, FAAP, ABIHM 4851 Legacy Dr, Ste 301, Frisco 75034 972-294-0808 • HealthyKidsPediatrics.com

NaturalAwakeningsMag.com

Where your child’s health is our passion! Offering a full range of pediatric services integrating conventional and natural medicine for your child’s optimal health.

See ad, page 5.

5160 Village Creek Dr, Ste 400, Plano 75093 214-789-5563 • FitNPilates.com

PILATES FOR LIFE

200 S Austin Dr, Allen 75013 214-704-3070 • Pilates-ForLife.com Private/group Pilates, yoga and tai chi.

RADIO SHOW HEALTHY BY NATURE RADIO SHOW Martie Whittekin, Certified Clinical Nutritionist Saturday 8am • KWRD 100.7 FM

Interviews with authors, doctors and o t h e r e x p e r t s a b o u t n a tu r a l approaches to health and happiness.

Listener calls are always welcome.

Archives of past shows available on HBNShow.com.

KIP WATSON, GUEST HOST ON ONE LIFE RADIO

Thursdays, 12-1pm 1190AM or online at iHeartRadio.com Sports Psychology Professional & Certified High Performance Coach Kip Watson helps individuals, professionals and athletes from grade school level to the NFL to maximize their mental and physical potential and improve their relationships.

Noted for a gentle yet challenging style of communication, her clients have gone from giving up to achieving more than they thought possible.

REFLEXOLOGY DOREY AROMATHERAPY & REFLEXOLOGY Mary Ellen Dorey, Owner Plano • 972-567-3962 DoreyAromatherapy.com

See full listing under Aromatherapy.

See ad, page 11.

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT AGAPE CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING Reverend Lee Wolak 972-468-1331 • AgapeCSL.com

If you were inspired by the movie The Secret or the message of Abraham, Eckhart Tolle, and Deepak Chopra you’ll feel right at home at Agape.

Agape CSL is a spiritual community that nourishes your soul, energizes your body and lifts your spirit. Agape honors all spiritual pathways, and can be incorporated into anyone's life as a complement to their own traditions and belief systems. See ad, page 8.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH 25631 Smotherman Rd, Frisco 75033 214-872-4205 • NewLifeFrisco.org

SHIR TIKVAH REFORM SYNAGOGUE Rabbi Heidi Coretz 7700 Main St, Frisco 75034 214-500-8304 • ShirTikvahFrisco.org

Services are held on Friday evenings at 7 p.m. Every service welcomes children of all ages. Religious school classes take place on Sunday mornings during school year. Visit website for service schedule.

WOMEN'S HEALTH

THERMOGRAPHY DR. GENIE FIELDS, DC

Whole Body Thermography & Wellness 3201 Cross Timbers Rd, Flower Mound 75028 469-645-8337 • DrGenieFields.com Don’t assume following generic guidelines about health will address your body’s unique needs. Get the report that can show the truth about your body and get you on your right path.Whole body regulation thermography scan is painless, noninvasive and radiation free. No prescription required.

The scan, report, reading and recommendations always included. See ad, page 20.

HEART & VITALITY, PLLC

Dr. Abraham Jacob, MD, FACC 4100 W 15th St, Ste 112, Plano 75093 972-596-7399 • HeartAndVitality.com Heart & Vitality is a premier wellness center offering bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, weight-loss/nutrition, vitamins, non-invasive, drug- and surgery-free pain relief, and aesthetics. See ad, page 17.

JADE CLINIC FOR ACUPUNCTURE

3010 Legacy Dr, Ste 200, Frisco 75034 214-893-4321 • Acupuncture4Women.net Founded in 2000, Jade Clinic is the only acupuncture clinic for women in Te x a s w h i c h s p e c i a l i z e s i n reproduction and fertility issues. Drs. Jane Liu and John Qin both trained in China and have integrated experience in Eastern and Western medicine.

VETERINARY SERVICES PAWS & CLAWS ANIMAL HOSPITAL Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM 2145 W Park Blvd, Plano 75075 972-867-8800 PawsAndClawsAnimalHospital.com

Offering drug-free treatments, antiaging medicine, holistic anesthesia, and blood testing for early diagnosis of cancer in healthy pets. See ad, page 25.

ROOTS INTEGRATIVE GYNECOLOGY Dr. Odette Limosnero, MD 2005 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton 75010 972-822-3365 RootsIntegrativeGynecology.com

We take the time to build a relationship with you, to not only treat your symptoms, but discover the underlying cause of your “disease.” See ad, page 20.

WELLNESS CENTERS ROCKWALL COMPLETE HEALING & WELLNESS

2455 Ridge Rd, Ste 151, Rockwall, 75087 972-771-8900 • RockwallColonics.com

Colonics, thermography, lymphatic drainage, ozone and anti-aging IVs, bio scan, rife, cancer coaching, ion foot bath, infrared and ozone steam sauna, raw food and nutrition, detoxifying body wraps, chiropractic, classes and more. See ad, page 16.

SYNERGY BALANCE NUCCA CHIROPRACTIC HEALING CENTER

YOGA GRATEFUL YOGA

602 E Main St, Ste C, Allen 214-666-6272 • GratefulYoga-AllenTX.com Beginner’s yoga is our specialty.

LIVING YOGA DALLAS LivingYogaDallas.com

Your online community for everything "yoga" in DFW. See ad, page 31.

Drs. Bryan & Brittney Asby 12740 Hillcrest Rd, Ste 138, Dallas 75230 972-387-4700 • MySynergyBalance.com

A gentle NUCCA alignment, with no cracking, twisting or popping, can improve and even reverse joint pain, headaches, disc issues, limping, numbness, ringing in the ears and more.

YOGAJAX YOGA STUDIO

2001 Coit Rd, Plano 75093 469-518-4225 • Yogajax.com Yoga and fitness group and private classes; teacher trainings and workshops.

ST. PHILIP’S EPISCOPAL

6400 Stonebrook Pkwy, Frisco 75034 214-387-4700 • StPhilipsFrisco.org Sunday services, community programs, job ministry, preschool, and St. Philip’s Academy “K” class.

Take a leap of faith and begin this wondrous new year by believing. Believe in yourself. And believe that there is a loving Source—a Sower of Dreams— just waiting to be asked to help you make your dreams come true. ~Sarah Ban Breathnach natural awakenings

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