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A Fresh Start in 2025: Embracing Transformation and Possibility

Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, we’re offered the gift of a clean slate—a chance to dream big, set meaningful intentions, and embrace the limitless possibilities that lie ahead. In the Chinese zodiac, 2025 is the Year of the Green Wood Snake, symbolizing growth, adaptability and wisdom. Dale Bruder delves into the significance of this elegant symbol in one of our local feature articles this month (see page 14), offering insights on how its energy can inspire our journey through the year.

In essence, this year invites us to align with the Green Wood Snake’s call for thoughtful growth, authentic transformation, and a renewed connection to what truly matters. It’s a year to trust your intuition, nurture what you value, and embrace the beauty of transformation.

Here in the desert, January is a time of renewal. The crisp air and sun-dappled landscapes invite reflection and growth, reminding us that even amidst the stillness of winter, life thrives in resilient and unexpected ways. It’s the perfect backdrop for reconnecting with ourselves, our dreams, and our purpose.

This month’s issue is brimming with inspiration to help you create your healthiest, happiest year yet. For music lovers, don’t miss a special performance by the Queen of Swing herself, Gunhild Carling, on January 25 at the Fox Tucson Theatre. Known for her electrifying jazz performances with her big band, Gunhild promises an evening of soulful music and joy you won’t want to miss. Learn more about her in this month’s artist spotlight by Suzie Agrillo on page 16.

In addition, we’re exploring practical ways to live safely with technology in an article by Lisa Smith featured on page 22. With simple, actionable steps to reduce cell phone radiation exposure, you can create a safer digital environment for yourself and your family.

For those looking to chart a new course in the year ahead, Deb Beroset, founder of It’s Time for Moxie, shares how to reconnect with your dreams while shedding limiting beliefs in her article "The Art of Becoming" on page 10. Her insights are a powerful reminder that the path to our fullest potential begins within.

Whether you’re drawn to music, mindfulness or exploring healthier habits, this issue offers something for everyone. Let’s walk into 2025 with open hearts, ready to embrace the wisdom of the Green Wood Snake and the unique opportunities this year will bring.

Here’s to a year of growth, joy and connection. May 2025 be your best year yet! Cheers!

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A Blissful Journey to a Healthier, Happier Life

Shawna Roberts

Blissfully Be Holistic Wellness founder, Shawna Roberts, has long had a passion for health and wellness, beginning her massage career just days shy of her 20th birthday. She is a national board-certified health and wellness coach with the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching, a licensed massage therapist in Arizona, a registered yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance, and a level II reiki practitioner.

Over the years, Roberts has followed that passion into various areas such as yoga, energy work, sustainable and non-toxic design, and healthy foods. “However, it has been connecting with my values that has had the biggest impact on my own health journey,” she shares. “I know firsthand how hard it can be to know what you truly value in a culture that seems to only value newer and faster, and instant gratification is just a click away.”

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But all that instant gratification isn’t making most people any happier or healthier, attests Roberts, and she is on a mission to change that. “I believe in taking time to get to know my clients to better understand how best to support them. So, no matter what service you come in for—coaching, a massage, yoga, or energy work—you will be treated as the very unique, whole person you are,” she affirms.

Roberts’ vision for Blissfully Be is simple yet profound: “to reconnect people to their values to create a happier, healthier life that they love.” She lives by this motto, believing that abundant health is our natural birthright. “When we live in alignment with our values and let go of things not in alignment with those values, health and happiness come naturally as byproducts.”

Understanding that every individual’s health journey begins in a unique place, Roberts is committed to meeting clients wherever they are. She provides the tools, guidance and safe space for clients to rediscover their path to wellness—nurturing the mind, body and spirit through a holistic approach.

Blissfully Be Holistic Wellness is located at 421 Shrader Ln., Tucson. Connect with Shawna Roberts, NBC-HWC, LMT, RYT 200, by calling 520-216-5699, emailing Info@BlissfullyBe.com or visiting BlissfullyBe.com.

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With over 12 years of experience, Bryant Dietrick offers transformative bodywork designed to improve posture, relieve chronic pain, and enhance overall quality of life. specializing in deep tissue massage with modalities such as trigger point therapy and myofascial release, Dietrick targets hypertensive muscle tissue to release tension and restore balance.

For those experiencing discomfort from forward head posture, pelvic misalignment, or age-related posture challenges, his techniques can help alleviate lower back, neck and shoulder pain. Regular sessions provide preventative care to combat chronic conditions and improve well-being.

A standout specialty of Dietrick’s is ashiatsu, a Japanese-inspired deep massage technique that translates to “foot pressure.” Using the therapist’s feet to apply widespread, consistent pressure, ashiatsu engages deeper layers of tissue and fascia for effective, long-lasting results. It’s a unique experience that many have yet to discover.

Dietrick’s extensive background includes a decade at Canyon Ranch, one of the world’s top wellness resorts, where he honed his expertise in providing deep, focused therapy.

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Center for Spiritual Living Finds a New Home with Unity of Tucson

The Center for Spiritual Living Tucson (CSLT) is moving to new heights—literally and figuratively. Starting January 1, CSLT will share space with Unity of Tucson on the Unity campus at 3617 Camino Blanco in Tucson. While they’ll share an address, each organization will hold separate Sunday services: Unity of Tucson with Dr. Jonathan Zenz at 9:15 a.m. and CSLT with Rev. Rhonda Tretsven at 11 a.m.

“We invite you to join us in person or online, live on our YouTube channel,” says Rev. Tretsven. “Both Unity and CSLT teach a positive and uplifting message.”

CSLT offers a practical spiritual philosophy that integrates eastern and western traditions with insights from science, psychology and philosophy. Its teachings expand humanity’s understanding of their connection to God and their place in the universe.

“If you’re searching for a spiritual path that provides real solutions to life’s challenges, CSLT is here for you,” explains Tretsven. “We offer principles and practices that encourage spiritual exploration and discovery of the Christ consciousness within. Through meditation, classes, affirmative prayer and more, our inclusive community welcomes you just as you are—without conditions or dogma.”

The Center for Spiritual Living Tucson is committed to fostering a life of abundance and connection. “Our doors and hearts are open every Sunday,” adds Tretsven. “We look forward to meeting you and honoring all that you are and all that you’re becoming. Namaste.”

For more information, call 520-319-1042 or visit TucsonCSL.org.

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The Art of Becoming

Reconnecting with Your Dreams

by Deb Beroset

January often brings with it a rush of resolutions and self-improvement goals. We tell ourselves this is the year we’ll eat better, exercise more, or finally tackle that nagging to-do list. But too often, these resolutions fizzle out before February. Why? Because they’re rooted in the idea that we need to “fix”

ourselves rather than exploring what we truly desire.

What if, instead of striving to become someone different, you began the year by reconnecting with your dreams? What if you opened doors that you’d closed long ago—doors to aspirations and possibilities you might have dismissed as “off-limits”?

For many of us, these dreams get buried beneath the weight of limiting beliefs: “I’m too old.” “I don’t have the time or talent.” “That’s just not realistic for me.” Over time, these beliefs form invisible walls, keeping us from even considering what could be. But those dreams don’t disappear. They linger quietly, waiting for us to give them permission to come alive.

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Letting Go of Limiting Beliefs

One of the most powerful steps in reclaiming your dreams is identifying and challenging the beliefs that hold you back. These beliefs often masquerade as truth, but they’re usually just stories we’ve internalized over time.

Start by noticing the thoughts that arise when you consider pursuing something that excites you. Do you hear a voice saying, “You can’t do that” or “You’ll fail”? Instead of accepting these thoughts as fact, ask yourself: “Is this really true?” “What evidence do I have that contradicts this belief?”

Releasing these stories creates space for new possibilities. It allows you to dream bigger and step into a version of yourself that feels expansive and free.

Caring for Your Spirit

Reconnecting with your dreams isn’t just about envisioning a brighter future; it’s also about nurturing your spirit in the

present. Dreams thrive in an environment of self-compassion and care. This means making time to connect with what brings you joy and inspires you.

Consider incorporating rituals that help you stay connected to your inner self. This could be journaling about your aspirations, meditating on what lights you up, or surrounding yourself with beauty and creativity. These practices ground you and remind you that your dreams are worth tending.

A Commitment to Evolution

You don’t need to have a perfectly clear vision to begin stepping into your potential. What you need is a commitment—a willingness to embrace personal evolution and expansion. Growth doesn’t happen all at once; it happens in the small, courageous steps you take toward something greater.

When you show up for yourself in this way, you’ll find that opportunities and possibilities begin to unfold naturally. What felt impossible or “off-limits” starts to come into view, simply because you dared to say yes to the process.

The Power of Reflection and Connection

Self-actualization is not a solo sport. While personal growth may feel deeply

individual, it’s profoundly influenced by the relationships and connections we cultivate. Spending time with people who are similarly growth-oriented can spark ideas, provide encouragement, and reflect back to us our own strengths and brilliance. This is why communities like Moxie exist—to create a space where women can ignite their potential, cheer each other on, and find the exponential power of shared growth.

When we surround ourselves with those who are also committed to personal evolution, we’re reminded that we don’t need a perfectly clear vision to begin. All it takes is a willingness to step into the unknown and trust that clarity will emerge through the process.

Deb Beroset is the founder of It’s Time for Moxie and creator of the Soul Care Masterclass, a transformative program for women 45+ seeking greater joy, clarity and fulfillment. A certified coach and former contributor to many national women’s magazines, she offers 1:1 sessions, group programs, retreats and an online community to help women reclaim their dreams and live authentically. Learn more and book an exploratory call at ItsTimeForMoxie.com. See ad, page 9.

Discover Your Path with the Soul Care Masterclass

For those ready to reconnect with their dreams and step into their potential, Deb Beroset, founder of It’s Time for Moxie, offers the transformative Soul Care Masterclass—a 5-week journey designed to help women rediscover their inner dreams, nurture their spirit, and step boldly into a life of purpose and meaning.

“This isn’t about setting resolutions or following a rigid plan. It’s about exploring what’s possible when you say yes to your deepest desires,” explains Beroset. “Together, we’ll create space for you to listen to your inner compass, challenge limiting beliefs, and start shaping a life that aligns with who you truly are.”

Beroset is offering an opportunity to schedule a call for those interested in learning more. “There’s no pressure; just a conversation to explore if this journey is the right fit for you,” she affirms. More information can be found at ItsTimeForMoxie.com “Here’s to unlocking those doors, daring to dream, and embracing the art of becoming.” See ad, page 9.

The Holistic Approach to Health and Wellness

A New Year, A New You

by Josh Raiffe, DMD

As the new year begins, many people feel inspired to set goals and resolutions aimed at improving their health. Whether it’s exercising more, eating better or reducing stress, the start of the year offers the perfect opportunity for positive change. As a holistic dentist, I encourage you to expand your resolutions to include oral health—because true wellness is about more than just the body. It’s about the interconnectedness of mind, body and spirit.

This year, embrace a holistic approach to health—one that views the mouth not just as a part of the body but as a key player in your overall well-being. Taking care of your teeth and gums isn’t just about having a bright smile; it’s about supporting your entire health journey.

The Mouth-Body Connection: Why it Matters

Oral health is deeply connected to overall health. Conditions like gum disease and tooth decay are linked to serious issues such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and dementia. Inflammation in the gums, for instance, can allow harmful bacteria to enter the bloodstream, creating a ripple effect throughout the body.

This year, consider making a resolution to improve not only the appearance of your smile but also your overall health through good oral hygiene. The mouth often mirrors internal health, and by caring for it, you’re supporting your heart, immune system and digestive health.

Nourish Your Body: Inside and Out

Nutrition plays a central role in both oral and overall health. Make it a priority to eat a whole-food diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and healthy fats. These foods nourish your body and promote healthy teeth and gums. Vitamins A, C and D are essential for strong enamel and healthy gum tissue, while foods like leafy greens, nuts and fatty fish support immune function and reduce inflammation.

Cutting back on processed foods, sugary snacks and acidic drinks will go a long way in preventing tooth decay and gum disease. A diet high in sugar and refined carbs fuels harmful bacteria in the mouth, leading to cavities and other issues. Nourishing your body with healthy, balanced foods supports both your dental health and your overall vitality.

Managing Stress: Mind-Body Wellness

Stress management is another important aspect of holistic health. Stress can manifest physically in many ways, including teeth grinding, jaw clenching and gum disease. This year, as you focus on improving your physical health, don’t forget about your emotional and mental well-being. Incorporating stress-reduction techniques such as meditation, deep breathing and yoga can have a profound effect on your overall health—and that includes your oral health.

Managing stress reduces physical tension in the jaw and teeth, supports the immune system, reduces inflammation and fosters a positive outlook. Combined with good oral hygiene, stress management is a key part of a healthy lifestyle.

A Fresh Start with Holistic Dental Care

The new year is a great time to reassess your approach to dental care. If you’ve been using conventional dental products or have

fillings made of materials like mercury or bisphenol A (BPA), consider switching to natural and biocompatible options. Holistic dentistry prioritizes safe, nontoxic materials that work in harmony with the body’s natural healing processes.

This year, try nontoxic toothpaste, natural mouthwashes and holistic dental treatments. By choosing biocompatible materials, you’re ensuring that your dental care supports your body’s health, not just the appearance of your teeth.

Empower Your Health Journey

The beginning of the year is a perfect time to set goals that foster overall health and wellness. By including oral health in your holistic health routine, you’re taking proactive steps toward a vibrant, balanced life. Health is about more than managing disease—it’s about creating harmony and vitality in every area of your life.

Adopt a holistic approach to health that includes nourishing your body with healthy foods, managing stress and giving your oral health the attention it deserves. Your mouth, body and mind are all connected, and by supporting them together, you’ll set the stage for a healthy, happy year ahead. Here’s to a year full of vitality, balance and holistic wellness!

Dr. Josh Raiffe is a secondgeneration dentist who developed a love for dentistry while watching his father care for patients. He earned his doctorate from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, is an accredited member of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT), and regularly pursues continuing education to stay current on the latest techniques and technologies. He can be seen for appointments at Shea Dental of Scottsdale—located at 11111 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 120—and can be contacted at 480998-3923. See ad, page 3.

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Growing a New Skin in the Year of the Green Wood Snake

by Dale Bruder

On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, the Chinese zodiac ushers in the Year of the Green Wood Snake, marking a fertile time for change, growth and reinvention in both personal and professional realms. Representing wisdom, elegance and transformation, the snake— the sixth animal in the zodiac—symbolizes deep introspection and evolution.

The Year of the Snake is predicted to bring opportunities for personal and professional growth. Appropriate actions include slowing down, assessing long-term goals, and focusing on inner growth. Consider adopting a year-long ritual of reflection, akin to hibernation, to nurture your reinvention and bring meaningful transformation into the world.

No matter your current phase, cycle or stage in life, taking time for a period of hibernation can be incredibly beneficial. Just as you might immerse yourself fully in the tumult, match that same intentionality in stepping back from it. Hibernation can take many forms—a retreat, a sojourn or

a personal journey. Embrace the timeless be-do-have formula (rather than the consumer-driven have-do-be mindset) as you navigate your journey of reinvention and transformation. Regularly ask yourself, Who am I being in this moment? to maintain authenticity and presence as you move through the process.

The wood element in 2025 adds creativity, stability and grounded energy to the snake’s natural characteristics. Wood stands for growth, flexibility and tolerance. At the same time, it also nurtures the element of fire, which represents vitality and change.

While the snake may symbolize evil and treachery in some traditions—the serpent represents the devil and temptation in the Christian Bible, for instance—in Chinese mythology snakes symbolize wisdom and agility.

The independent snake is very good at networking; according to feng shui master Tong Pik-ha. Networking is a game that those born in the Year of the Snake play very well, as they can extract what they

want out of a situation and gain respect at the same time.

Snakes are strategists who take a lot into consideration before making decisions, so they tend to have strong foundations, calm in the face of an emergency or unexpected situation.

The upcoming Lunar New Year features a rare phenomenon known as “double spring,” with two occurrences within a

single Chinese lunar calendar year. The first occurs on February 3, 2025—the sixth day of the Lunar New Year—while the second takes place on February 4, 2026, just over a week before the Year of the Snake ends on February 16, 2026.

In Chinese tradition, spring represents new life and fresh starts. The number two is considered to be lucky, as reflected in the Chinese proverb that good things come in pairs.

When there are two springs in a year, it amplifies blessings and good fortune, making it particularly auspicious for major decisions. Green snakes imbue this good fortune.

Snakes have sensitive, effective and adaptable personality traits often complemented by considerable intelligence. They are usually amiable and even-tempered, showing a cool and calm exterior punctuated by occasional bouts of perfectly timed energy and passion.

They move elegantly through the social sphere, armed with a wide range of interests and hobbies adding to their intrigue and mystery. The snake energy is often an artistic, taste-making influence. Look for snake influence addressing emergencies; calm, collected, not losing an ounce of their ability to analyze a situation, identifying a workable solution while remaining a dependable presence.

Use the auspicious time of the first of two “new springs” to gather the resources to structure a reinvention and the second spring to manifest transformation.

Begin your journey through the first days of spring in the Year of the Snake by taking time to retreat and reflect on your current reality. Approach your circumstances with curiosity rather than confrontation. Take stock of personal, professional and relational strengths and weaknesses, and set clear, new boundaries. Embrace the snake’s wisdom—channel the classic Boy Scout motto “Be Prepared” by strengthening and equipping yourself before stepping forward.

Shedding skin is the snake simplifying to essentials. Apply snake strengths of creativity, stability and grounded energy throughout your sojourn.

The second “new spring” occurs in 2026, six days before the Year of the Horse begins when the Snake appears in a new skin.

Dale Bruder is a lifelong student of the I Ching and Taoism. He can be reached at DaleBruder.com/taotime.htm.

Meet Gunhild Carling

The Queen of Swing

by Suzie Agrillo

There’s nothing like going to the theater, especially when the venue offers comfort, beauty and first-rate quality artists like Gunhild Carling. Swedish native Carling is a superstar who keeps serenading audiences all around the world, singing her favorite swing jazz standards. Performing with a big band, Carling’s shows are multifaceted, with her playing multiple instruments, juggling, and even tap dancing.

Carling is a distinguished guest of the Tucson Jazz Festival, which features a rich tapestry of jazz music. Her upcoming show being held January 25 at the iconic Fox Tucson Theatre, is a one-of-a-kind, can’t miss, making memories event.

A Conversation with Gunhild Carling

Where do you live now? San Franciso, California.

How would you describe yourself?

Energetic! A jazz musician who dances, sings and plays a lot of instruments. I travel with a big band, and I strive to have a warm, friendly and humoristic approach that fills the room and connects with audiences.

Please tell us about your band. I have a big band show with strings, and I just came out with a new big band album with original music. We will be playing that at the Fox. The name of the album is “Jazz is my Lifestyle,” and it has 11 songs on it.

I understand you play 10 instruments, including trumpet, trombone, harmonica, oboe, harp, cello, flute, recorder, ukelele and bagpipes. How did you learn to play so many instruments?

I grew up in a musical family where everyone was playing all the time. It was like a sport to me when I was young. I discovered that I had good timing for swing music.

What do you think put you on the global map?

I’ve had some hits that went viral on YouTube and Facebook. Social media has been my biggest platform. My most popular song was “Bagpipe Blues.” Then I performed with my Carling Big Band for the King of Sweden. I was also a contestant on Sweden’s Dancing with the Stars.

How was your experience on Dancing with the Stars?

I’m not a typical famous celebrity, but they also open up a spot for an up-and-coming

star, so I had a chance to dance as a star on the show. They gave me a lot of support, and I made it to third place. After that, I was invited to appear on a lot of these shows, like Fear Factor, Sweden’s Got Talent, and America’s Got Talent

Who have been some key influences that have shaped your music?

My father was a jazz musician, and he got me interested in jazz. I love jazz and listen to it every evening. My favorites are the classics—Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker and Count Basie.

What are some of the highlights of your show?

It’s a very unique show with a lot of high energy and fun music. I play music and I sing. I also will riff on three trumpets at the same time. I like Roland Kirk, and he played a lot of saxophones at the same time, so I was thinking I could do that in the finale with trumpets.

Will there be any merch for sale at the Fox Theatre?

Yes, because I paint in art deco style. I will have CD’s, posters and postcards for sale.

What is your favorite meal?

Seafood. Shrimp and grits.

What is the one destination for vacation you would choose above all others?

New Orleans. I also love Tucson and have many friends there. My first show in the U.S. was at the Fox Tucson Theatre in 2016.

When was the last time you were embarrassed?

I was performing with the Count Basie Band, a show with thousands of people. The floor was slippery, and when I was tapdancing I fell. I wasn’t hurt, and I immediately got up again, but it was definitely embarrassing.

What do you do when you’re not making music?

I spend time with my family, and I paint.

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Gunhild Carling Playing Trombone

Carling on Stage

What is your most treasured possession?

My trumpet. I have a Selmer from 1957. It’s a magic horn. It’s antique and has a great tone.

Do you have a favorite book?

Two books. Hear Me Talking to Ya, by Nat Shapiro and Nat Hentoff, about jazz musicians’ lives. Also Metamorphoses by Ovid. My favorite genre is poetry.

How would you like to be remembered?

Of course, as a nice person, and a good musician. I also hope I’ve inspired other musicians to feel confident and to achieve their career goals.

Where is the best place for people to learn more about you and your music?

I’ve been playing a lot with my kids, so I livestream with them every Sunday on my YouTube channel. Additionally, I have a radio show on my channels on Saturdays and Sundays.

Is there anything else I haven’t asked that you would you like to share with your prospective audience?

Every show is a once in a lifetime experience. I want to include the audience, so they are not just listening, they are transported into a Gatsby party. I love my audience, and I’m going to give everything to them.

Tickets: $42.50 and $52.50. Location: 17 W. Congress. Show features special guest Caity Gyorgy. Connect with Carling at: Info@ GunhildCarling.net.

Suzie Agrillo is a freelance writer in Tucson, and a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine. She focuses on writing about the arts, inspirational people and the human connection. Connect at SuzieInTheOldPueblo@gmail.com.

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Returning to Innocence Through Beginner’s Mindset

by Carrie Jackson

The new year brings a fresh focus on growth and forward thinking. An intentional way to harness this is to adopt the Zen Buddhist idea of shoshin, or beginner’s mind. This approach guides people to experience life with curiosity and openness, helping them let go of old patterns. It is a way of being that encourages practitioners to abandon preconceptions, embrace the world with a sense of wonder and see things from a more optimistic perspective. By examining and releasing old ways of thinking, expressing gratitude

and incorporating different practices, the mind, body and heart open to novel opportunities.

The Beginner’s Mindset

“The idea of being open to the situation comes up repeatedly in meditative traditions,” says Steve Rogne, owner and director of Zen Shiatsu, in Evanston, Illinois. He notes that in his practice, shoshin is an essential part of shiatsu, a form of massage therapy that uses gentle pressure to stimulate the body’s acupressure points

and meridian channels. Shoshin can aid in unblocking stagnant energy and harmonizing the flow of qi, or vital energy, in the body.

“As a situation arises, we have our natural responses, which may include wanting to change what is happening. Another perspective is to ask, ‘What if I accept things the way they are?’” Rogne explains. “Accepting situations for the way they are is the foundation from which we can respond. It’s like a preparation for action without being the endpoint. We can simultaneously be open and respond mindfully.”

Learning to accept what is happening can also help us break old patterns of thinking and reacting. “There is a very common human dynamic to move toward the things we want and away from the things we don’t want; however, this can lead to a fixed response pattern that limits our growth,” says Rogne. “In shiatsu, we help people to recognize those patterns and find the balance between active response and trusting with faith. This trains us to listen to our inner wisdom and relax into outcomes that aren’t what we prefer.”

Mindfully changing patterns can open us up to new experiences that we had previously shut out. “You may find a willingness to move forward in new relationships, even though you’ve experienced that relationships can be painful, or perhaps you find

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the willingness to speak up even though there’s a chance you won’t be heard in the way that you want,” Rogne notes.

Keeping a receptive mind helps to open us up physically, as well. “In both shiatsu and the shoshin mindset, we trust that every person’s body is already working on its own healing. When we let go of our fixed holding patterns, the internal circulation is freed up, leaving the best possible opportunity for the body to regain all the healthy rhythms of the organs and reduce conditions such as chronic pain,” Rogne asserts.

Optimism

Having hope and confidence about the future is essential in cultivating a beginner’s mind, helping to counter some of the fear and intolerance that can undermine our lives. “A shoshin principle is that there is not anything fundamentally wrong with us or with the world. This allows us to move forward with positive faith and engagement,” says Rogne.

“Optimism is a belief that good things will happen and that things will work out in the end,” says Victor Perton, founder of the Centre for Optimism, an Australian-based think tank dedicated to fostering realistic and infectious optimism around the world. “With optimism, we enter each experience expecting fresh possibilities, guided by a sense that there’s something meaningful to discover.”

This positive outlook has myriad benefits. “Optimism nurtures healthy longevity and acts as a powerful protector against major health threats like heart disease, cancer and dementia,” says Perton. “Optimism also lowers the risk of cognitive decline, as optimistic people tend to be more socially and physically active, helping stave off dementia and age-related memory loss.” A 2022 study of more than 150,000 racially diverse, older women published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that the most optimistic women were healthier, lived 4.4 years longer than the least optimistic women and were more likely to live past age 90.

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A positive outlook can help navigate the stress and anxiety of life. “Optimism doesn’t mean ignoring the challenge; it means approaching it with the belief that solutions are possible. Optimism and a beginner’s mind work together in this way, helping us to stay open to new paths, resilient in the face of setbacks and appreciative of life’s small, beautiful details,” opines Perton.

Incorporating small, intentional practices into our day can help us cultivate optimism. “Smiling with genuine warmth— even at strangers—can shift our outlook, and asking others, ‘What’s the best thing in your day?’ brings a positive energy to conversations,” says Perton. He also recommends simple grounding practices like gardening, yoga and meditation to nurture curiosity and positivity, noting, “Through these small habits, optimism becomes a daily practice and, in time, a personal superpower for resilience and joy.”

Reframing Our Outlook

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you to examine what is popping up and what you are curious about. This might be learning a new language or starting a new yoga practice. When we look at things as a beginner, we are open to what we are truly interested in.”

A regular gratitude practice also helps bring us back to a place of grounding. “When we tap into gratitude, it expands our propensity to be creative and allows us to drop into the present moment. This is where we live, but when we think of the future or ruminate on something that happened in the past, we are pulled out,” says Brown. She encourages clients to take breaks throughout the day and recall a person, place or experience for which they are grateful. “Think about something that makes the corner of your mouth turn into a smile,” she suggests. “It can be as simple as gratitude for your partner who bought dog food or a neighbor who moved a package off the porch. This brings us back into our lives right now, and that’s where the beginner is.”

without the need to get it right or check something off our to-do list. Releasing the need for control and perfection opens us up and expands us for so many other options and possibilities,” Brown says.

Brown encourages her yoga students to be open in the way they approach their practice. “Coming into a pose in a different way can give us a new experience of it,” she says. “My approach to yoga is not that we’re trying to do the posture, it’s that we’re trying to feel the posture. It’s a mirror of our being and can indicate if you are feeling strong, tired, energized or wobbly. Rather than attaching a label of good or bad, you just notice, and that opens us up.”

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Reflective practices encourage us to explore our goals with a fresh outlook. “Journaling is a practice that is just for you, and you’re not intending to share it with anyone else,” explains Shawn Brown, a Baltimore-based wellness facilitator and yoga teacher who helps clients find a path to being their authentic selves. “It really allows

Cultivating a sense of play can also tap into a shoshin mindset. “As adults, there’s a need to have a goal or expected result in any situation. When you’re a beginner, you don’t have a specific outcome because you’re just learning. Play, especially with kids or an animal, is free-form engagement

Especially in the new year, Brown urges clients to replace “I have to” with “I get to,” which presents more of a growth mindset. “This is the time to reframe our goals,” she points out. “Trying something new, like taking a West African dance class instead of your regular spin class, shakes up the routine and keeps your mind and body learning. You get to be pushed out of the comfort zone, and that’s where the magic happens.”

Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com

Applying Shoshin to Everyday Life

by Carrie Jackson

Kalika Yap, a Los Angeles-based serial entrepreneur, author, coach and podcast host, offers these tips to cultivate shoshin, or beginner’s mind:

• Acknowledge wisdom and smarts, then set them aside. While it is okay to recognize our knowledge and experience, it is also important to consciously set aside preconceptions before approaching a task or problem.

• Ask open-ended questions. Replace statements with questions, such as: “What if we tried this other way?” or “How might we solve this differently?”

• Embrace curiosity. Approach each day with a learner’s mindset and seek out new experiences and perspectives.

• Practice active listening. Value the input of others, regardless of their level of experience, and listen to understand, not to respond.

• Reflect and adapt. Regularly reflect on experiences and what has been learned, and be willing to adapt the approach based on new insights.

• Encourage team creativity. Emphasize the importance of a beginner’s mindset within the team and create an environment where team members feel safe to share new ideas.

• Welcome failure as a learning opportunity. View failures as opportunities to learn, grow and analyze what went wrong to see how to make improvements next time.

• Stay humble. Approach every situation with humility and a willingness to grow, and remember that there is always more to learn.

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Living Safely with Your Cell Phone

by Lisa Smith

Cell phones have become an essential part of our daily lives, serving as tools for communication, entertainment, banking, education and even health care. While their convenience is undeniable, it’s important to recognize the hidden costs they may have on our health. One of the primary concerns is exposure to the Radio Frequency (RF) radiation emitted by cell phones as they transmit data back and forth.

We don’t receive calls and texts on our cell phones by magic. Data travels between our phones and wireless devices like cell towers and routers using Radio Frequency (RF) radiation. Though invisible, inaudible and odorless, this radiation is an airborne environmental pollutant—comparable to factory smoke, mold and carbon monoxide. As it spreads through the air, it enters our bodies and can contribute to a range of troubling symptoms, including sleep disturbances, headaches, skin rashes, memory problems and dizziness. Prolonged exposure has also been linked to more severe health risks, such as neuropsychiatric and reproductive disorders, immune dysfunction, DNA damage, and even cancer. The peer-reviewed studies now number over 20,000—far more than for tobacco and asbestos combined. Visit ehTrust.org/science for more information.

Thus, an important part of maintaining our health in the modern world is taking control of the radiation emitted by our cell phones. Cell phones emit RF radiation 24/7 at levels far above the science-based safety guidelines of the Building Biology Institute. Beyond tossing them out, how can we live more safely with our cell phones?

Steps to Minimize Exposure to Cell Phone Radiation

Always:

• Keep your phone away from your body. Never hold it to your head—use speakerphone or wired headphones instead. Avoid storing it in your pockets or bra.

• Manage RF antennas. Use Airplane Mode when connectivity isn’t necessary. Turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth permanently when not in use.

• Text instead of calling, when possible, to reduce radiation exposure.

At Home:

• Use a “wave cage” for your phone. Place it on a high shelf away from you and above your head to reduce exposure. Learn more at LessEMF.com

• Test optimal phone placement with an RF meter to find the best distance or positioning, which can be checked using SafeLivingTechnologies.com.

• Keep the phone out of your bedroom while sleeping unless all antennas are turned off.

• For long calls, opt for a landline or use speakerphone with your phone in the wave cage.

When Out and About:

• Use a body-shielding phone pouch or bag to direct radiation away from your body. Visit ShieldYourBody.com to learn more.

Lisa Smith, Ph.D., is a Building Biology-certified Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist and owner of EMF Wellness Tucson. She conducts EMF assessments in homes, schools and workplaces throughout the Tucson area. For more information, call 520-248-0461, email LSmith@ EMF-Wellness.com or visit EMF-Wellness.com.

The Upcycling Lifestyle

How To Make Anything New Again

by Maya Whitman

In a world overflowing with needless waste, sustainability is the new necessity, and upcycling is trending as a fun, creative practice for all ages. Whether we slather peanut butter on a paper towel tube and roll it in seeds to make a bird feeder or turn a patterned bedsheet into curtains, the point of upcycling is to reduce trash by transforming an obsolete item into something useful or beautiful. It is a way forward that conserves precious resources, reduces our carbon footprint, saves money and provides an outlet to unleash our imagination.

Almost anything can be repurposed— from clothing and furniture to household items like wine bottles, cardboard and toothpaste tubes. Many online and offline resources provide inspiration, including books like Calin Duke’s How To Upcycle Nearly Everything. Cleaning out old drawers and closets or perusing thrift stores opens the door to endless possibilities for personal expression and clever innovation.

Dressing Up Drab

According to a 2021 study by market researchers at First Insight and at the Baker Retailing Center in The Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania, upcycled clothing is a favorite among Gen Z consumers that prioritize sustainability over brandname loyalty. The #UpcycledFashion hashtag is more popular than ever, with more than 427 million views on TikTok, a large driver of Gen Z content.

Sewing a quilt out of old T-shirts or cutting up worn-out jeans to make a stylish boho purse can be weekend projects or rainy-day distractions for bored kids. But for Angela Sawyer, upcycling is a passion and a way of life. Inspired by her mother and grandmother, as well as a lifelong passion for crafting and art, she created her own

YouTube channel @MizAngelaSawyer to teach and motivate others. Her tutorials exhibit the joy that can come from a do-ityourself lifestyle. “It’s fun to see what you can make out of something else,” she declares.

Sawyer suggests viewing everything around the house with a new perspective, saying, “Look for anything you use a lot of and have to throw away. What could you make with those, since you have so many?” Her jam is turning outgrown clothes into personal fashion statements.

“Jeans are very popular to upcycle,” Sawyer explains. “You can turn them into skirts, patchwork blankets and much more.” For the stitching-phobic, there are plenty of no-sew techniques to embellish or repurpose tired clothes, such as dying fabrics (extra points for plant-based dyes); applying self-adhesive trim, patches or lace; adding rhinestones with fabric glue; and tying or braiding fabric pieces together. For beginners, Sawyer recommends watching online YouTube channels that offer easy-to-follow instructions and creative solutions for every craft project.

Functional Memories

Sentimental mothers are reluctant to give away baby clothes, but upcycling can preserve family memories in the form of patchwork memory quilts, holiday ornaments and clothing for dolls that can be handed down to the next generation. Those inexplicably mismatched socks can be reused as dusting or cleaning mitts, rice-filled hot compresses or eyeglass holders. Old teacups are lovely containers for hand-poured candles, while old forks and spoons can be repurposed into musical wind chimes. Even junk mail and glossy, outdated catalogs can be transformed into handmade cards and decoupage jewelry.

Creativity Prompts

To a creative mind, anything can be repurposed and reimagined. Inventive examples abound, many of which are easy to replicate. Here are a few ideas.

• Use toilet paper rolls as cable organizers to keep the wires from tangling.

• Store earbuds in empty mint containers.

• Transform used wine bottles into rustic flower vases.

• Spruce up old furniture with a fresh coat of paint and re-purpose bent silverware as drawer pulls.

• Make a necklace or earrings with buttons.

• Repurpose an old tennis racket into a trellis for the garden.

• Take broken plates and ceramics, break them down and create a new work of art.

• Place stringed lights in discarded jars for a new lease on life.

• Turn aluminum or plastic containers into house planters.

Community Crafting

Showing others how to turn trash into treasure or add new life to tired objects is a wonderful motivator for friends, neighbors and future generations. “When a child gets into upcycling, it can give them a sense of accomplishment, which increases confidence,” Sawyer points out. “It can have a ripple effect outside of our communities, too, if we share with others what we are doing and inspire them to do the same.”

Maya Whitman is a regular contributor to Natural Awakenings

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Friday, January 3

New Years Blessings Cacao Ceremony –6-7:30pm. Honor the new year with cacao, intention-setting, somatic dance, and a shamanic journey. Please consult your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, nursing, taking antidepressants, or have a heart condition. $35 or all access $25. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-3231222. YogaConnection.org.

Sunday, January 5

Forgiveness Ritual – 1:30-3pm. Quiet time, a cleansing ritual, and sound healing to move past regrets and embrace a fresh start. Naomi Greene. Supported with crystal sound bowls and Koshi chimes by Darlene. Limited to 15; pre-registration required. By donation. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

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Discover Ancient Wisdom & Mystical Studies

Wednesday, January 8 • 10-11:30am

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Sunday, January 12

Intro to MELT – 1-2:30pm. Learn techniques to reduce pain, stress and inflammation, using soft rollers and treatment balls for lasting wellness and vitality. Learn more at MeltMethod.com. InStudio participants limited to 12; pre-registration required. $15. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Saturday, January 25

Tibetan Sound Healing Circle – 4-5:30pm. Experience profound relaxation and healing in a Tibetan Sound Healing Circle. Soft singing bowls, bells, and individual attention promote stress relief, deep calm and balance for body, mind, and spirit. Limited to 12. $40. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Tuesday, January 28

Gratitude Rainshower - 6:30 - 7 pm – 6:30-7pm. Experience a 30-minute gratitude rain shower with Sharon Whealy. Share your gratitudes and bask in the effervescence. No charge. Contact CSLT911@gmail.com for Zoom access information. TucsonCSL.org.

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Annual Health & Home Expo Monday, January 27 • 10am-12pm

Meet over 35 Reputable Vendors. Home improvement & Remodel options. Health Care, Health Insurance & Financial Advisors. Assisted Living, Homecare & Hospice. Gift bags, giveaways, raffle tickets & many prizes! Lite bites, beverages, free wine tasting. No charge.

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Saturday, February 1

Colors of the Stone-Winter Tucson Gem Show – 10am-6pm. February 1-8. Global showcase of artisan jewelry, rare beads, natural stones, and native arts. Workshops and onsite amenities enhance your experience. No charge. Casino Del Sol Resort and Conference Center, 5655 W Valencia Rd. ColorsOfTheStone.com.

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Warmpool Peaceful Floating – 10am-6pm. 90 min, by appointment. Wednesdays-Saturdays. Santa Rita Springs invites you to float in our indoor warm pool. $20/solo/duet; $35/3-5 guests. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Text: 520-990-1857. SantaRitaSprings@ gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Watsu Aquatic Massage – 10am-7pm. 90 min, by appointment. Wednesdays-Saturdays. Shiatsu, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Cranial-Sacral Therapy, Integrative Massage methods in our private indoor 96-degree saltwater pool. $150/90-minutes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Text: 520-990-1857. SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Sunday

First Sunday Antique Vintage Fair – 8am2pm. 1st Sunday. Over 100 vendors, great deals, and a beautiful park. No better way to spend your Sunday. Medella Vina Ranch, 4450 S Houghton. 520-298-1983.

Meditation – 9-11am. Meditation: 9-10am; Service Reading: 10-11am. Paramahansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi, SelfRealization Fellowship, Kriya Yoga lessons. All welcome. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince #140. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.org.

Worship Service: Casas Adobes Congregational Church – 9:30am. In person and live streamed. Faith-centered, music-loving Christian congregation with a variety of worship and spiritual enrichment opportunities. No charge. Info@ CAUCC.org. CAUCC.org/Welcome/Natural.

Paramahansa Yogananda Teachings – 1011:30am. Come Chant and meditate for 40 minutes at our Meditation Center on the 1st and 3rd Saturday. On the 1st and 3rd Sunday we stream a Sunday Service at noon. No charge. Ananda Tucson Meditation Center. 1002 E. Prince Rd. Anandatucson.org.

Center for Spiritual Living Tucson Sunday Celebration Service – 11am-12pm. With Rev. Rhonda Tretsven. An inclusive spiritual alternative offering spiritual solutions to everyday challenges. Meditation: 10:30am. By donation. CSL Tucson @ Live Theater Workshop, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520319-1042. CSLT911@gmail.com. TucsonCSL.org.

New Mind, New World: Buddhist Philosophy and Meditation for Daily Life – 10-11:15am. Buddhist teachings and meditation to help us to understand the root of our problems and their solutions. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.

Sunday Feast and Bhakti Program – 5:30pm. 7pm ten-course feast. Govinda’s Hare Krishna temple and vegetarian restaurant hosts a wonderful program. No charge. Govinda’s Natural Foods, 711 E Blacklidge. 520-792-0630. GovindasOfTucson.com.

Monday

Meaning & Mortality Creative Conversation Event and Tucson Friendly & Fearless Death Café: In-person – 4:30-7pm. First Monday. Safe, respectful Death Cafe conversations aim to increase awareness of death. Hosted by Isabel Amorous. No charge. Ward 2, 7820 E Broadway. Facebook.com/TucsonDeathCafe.

Tuesday

Buddhist Meditations & Practices for the Modern World – 6:30-7:45pm. Buddhist teachings and meditation with Buddhist nun Gen Lingpur to help us stop the causes of suffering. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.

Taizé Service – 6:45-7:30pm. First Tuesday. Taizé is a service of prayer, music, readings and silence. Contact Steve: 520-400-2137. No charge. St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 602 N Wilmot Rd. SJTucson@aol.com

Death, Dying, Near Death Experiences, and Thoughts About the Afterlife – 7-8:30pm. First, third and fifth Tuesday. Join David Swift for a biweekly Zoom discussion. No charge. Zoom link email ArizonaParanormalTimes@gmail.com or text 520-683-4494.

Wednesday

All-levels Yoga Class – 9am. Harrison Hills Mobile Park, 4675 S Harrison Rd. Must register to receive gate code via text. $11 drop-in. Register: BlissfullyBe.com.

Virtual Tucson Friendly & Fearless Death Café – 10-11:30am. First Wednesday. Safe, respectful Death Cafe conversations aim to increase awareness of death. No agenda, counseling, or therapy. No charge. Visit Facebook.com/Tucson DeathCafe for Zoom link.

Ai Chi with Connie Seddon – 10-11:15am. Guided aquatic moving meditation. Calms thoughts and nerves, gently stretches muscles, improves balance, range of motion and energy, while standing in 96 degree saltwater indoor pool. $20/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-245-6616 or ConnieSeddon@ gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Aquacize with Rebecca Lennon – 12-1:15pm. Join us in a 96-degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout focusing on strength, balance and joint mobility. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-444-8636 or B43Lennon@aol.com. SantaRitaSprings.com. Kirtan & Mantra – 7-8pm. Chant sacred Sanskrit mantras, accompanied by harmonium and tabla. Led by musician and instructor Kasey Gopala, these accessible weekly kirtan sessions uplift well-being. $20, suggested donation. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Thursday

Yin Yoga Class – 7-8pm. Waterfall Yoga believes in a holistic approach that incorporates nature, sound healing, meditation, breathwork and physical postures to bring balance to your body. Multiple propping options to accommodate your level of flexibility. $20. Waterfall Yoga, 3460 W Peterson Pl. 520-275-1915. WaterfallYoga.net.

Friday

Free Online Meditation by The Yoga Connection – 9-9:30am. Learn simple techniques to help sustain a simple meditation practice, giving way to lasting calmness, a strong center, solution-consciousness, and increased self-confidence. No experience necessary. No charge. Registration required to receive access link. YogaConnection.org.

Tucson Paranormal Society Monthly Meeting – 5:30-8:30pm. Third Friday. With speaker Mitch Komro, a TAPS member with ‘Sonora Paranormal Investigations’ who will discuss ghost hunting in Tucson. No charge. Kettle Restaurant Meeting Room, 748 W. 22nd St, Starr Pass Rd. 520-6834494. TucsconParanormalSociety.com.

Tucson Paranormal Society Book Club –6-7pm. Second Friday. BYOB: bring your own book. Share with others what you are reading. No charge. Barnes & Noble Cafe, 5310 E. Broadway Blvd. Text to confirm: 520-683-4494. TucsconParanormalSociety.com.

Saturday

Simply Meditate. (En español también) 30min Guided Meditations – 10-10:30am. Guided meditations designed to lead to inner peace and mental clarity and to increase our love and compassion for others. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-4411617. MeditationInTucson.org.

Pranic Healing Clinic – 10am-12pm. Second Saturday. MCKS Pranic Healing is a no-touch, painless healing art that aids ailments like asthma, arthritis, and depression and helps the body heal naturally. All welcome.No charge. Udall Park Activities and Community Center, 7290 E. Tanque Verde Rd. PranicHealing.com.

Tucson Metaphysics Fair – 10am-4pm. Fourth Saturday. Fourth Saturday. Mediums, psychics, angelic and tarot, astrology, palm reading, divination, reiki and much more. Prices vary. Mystic Cavern Metaphysical, 6546 E 22nd St. 520-4056062. TucsonMetaphysicsFair.com.

Aquacize with Rebecca Lennon – 12-1:15pm. 96-degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance and joint mobility. Free trial class. $200/8-consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-444-8636 or B43Lennon@aol.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

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BRYANT DIETRICK, LMT

6522 E Carondelet Dr, Bldg C, Ste B 85710 520-449-7581 • Bradeazy@gmail.com

Ashiatsu massage is a unique technique where therapists use their feet to apply deep pressure to your body. It’s often called a barefoot massage. Allows the deep tissues, joints, and muscles to be massaged while easing the nervous system. This technique feels like a mesmerizing massage with deep, broad, pressured strokes and no pain. First session just $60. See ad page 11.

Aqua Therapy

SANTA RITA SPRINGS

Dorothy Richmond, LMT since 1983 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, 85719 Aquatic Massage • Jin Shin Jyutsu Craniosacral Therapy • Watsu Integrative Massage 520-990-1857 • SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com

Water is life… 80-minutes of Bliss. Immersed in heavenly 96-degree saltwater inside our poolhouse, receive massage, shiatsu, energy work, great stretches, flowing movement, and maybe Aquatic Craniosacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 11.

Biofeedback

TUCSON NEUROTHERAPY

Board-Trained Neurotherapists & Licensed Mental Health Clinicians 520-261-0448 • TucsonNeuroTherapy.com

A pharmaceutical-free approach that teaches the brain new patterns, often leading to profound, positive and permanent shifts in quality-of-life. Demonstrated effectiveness treating a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia, tinnitus, chronic pain, dyslexia, etc. See ad, page 14.

Bodywork

SYLVIA BOYED

6979 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 109, 85710 520-370-3689 • SylviaBoyed.com

Sylvia Boyed, MA, VMT, CST. Now welcoming new clients. Restorative bodywork and energetic healing for physical and emotional well-being. 14+ years experience in energetically applied visceral manipulation and craniosacral therapies. Specializing in treatment of head injuries, tinnitus and post-surgical rehabilitation. See ad, page 11.

KEN READER, LMT, RYT

The Right Touch Massage Therapy 2984 E Fort Lowell, 85716 520-326-7675 • RightTouchMassageTherapy.com

Experienced Pain Relief therapist and wellness provider with 25 years as Reiki/Cranial therapist. Shiatsu, Thai and Manual Lymphatic massage. Facial massage: jade rolling, gua sha with cold jade tools, facial cupping and facial acu points. Also offering yoga privates, text 503-317-1694.

Brain Health

NORTHSTAR HYPERBARIC

Dr. Carol Henricks, MD 7598 N La Cholla Blvd, 85741 520-229-1238 • NorthStarHBOT.com

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) saturates the body with oxygen, reducing inflammation and enhancing recovery from central nervous system injury including: traumatic brain injury, post-concussion syndrome, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, birth injury, autism, spinal cord injury, near drowning, anoxic brain injury and other conditions.

Cleaning Services

PURMAID

520-331-2629

PurmaidTucson@gmail.com • PurMaids.com

PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: $50 off initial cleaning. See ad for details. See ad, page 17.

Coaching, Counseling & Guidance

ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES

Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner Near Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563

TucsonEmotionalAndTraumaTherapy.com TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com

Affordable alternative or a ddition to traditional therapy. Radix is a neo-Reichian, deep feeling, regressive process similar to bio-energetics and primal therapy. Exploring with breath, body awareness, centering and grounding to access anger, fear, grief, longing and restore love, trust, pleasure, fulfillment and aliveness.

BLISSFULLY BE HOLISTIC WELLNESS

Shawna Roberts, NBC-HWC, LMT, RYT 421 N Schrader Ln, 85748

Call/Text: 520-216-5699 • BlissfullyBe.com

Shawna is a national board certified health & wellness coach who specializes in whole foodvnutrition. She believes in connecting clients with their values to enable behavior change towards a healthier lifestyle. Food can either be medicine or it can be poison, the choice is yours.

Coaching, Counseling & Guidance

IT'S TIME FOR

MOXIE

Deb Beroset

312-436-2160 • Deb@ItsTimeForMoxie.com ItsTimeForMoxie.com

Deb Beroset's 'It's Time For Moxie' coaching empowers women through transformational 1:1 and group programs. Embrace your authentic self, gain confidence, and create a vibrant life. Book a Free introductory call at MoxieTime. as.me/introductory-call. See ad, page 9.

Colon Hydrotherapy

INTESTINAL HEALTH INSTITUTE

520-325-9686 • Intestines@SheilaShea.com @SheaColonics

Colon Hydrotherapy and Gut Nutrition, MA & LMT (FL & AZ), 45-year practice using closed system and abdominal massage. Board certified and member of International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy (IACT). Provides expertise on metabolic health, food addiction and gut motility. Certified Gut and Psychology/Physiology Syndrome (GAPPS) practitioner.

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES

Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, Rm 9, 85719 520-403-1686

VerySpecialAlternatives@gmail.com VerySpecialAlternatives.net Heal.me/Vonnie-Schultz-Albrecht-RN

RN-delivered colonics. FDAapproved system integrated with a full, closed-gravity option. Infrared Therapy included! Probiotic reflorastation and ozone therapies available. Warm, supportive healing environment. Affordable rates and packages. By appointment, flexible hours. Free 15-minute consult! See ad, page 17.

Community for Women

IT'S TIME FOR MOXIE

Deb Beroset

312-436-2160 • Deb@ItsTimeForMoxie.com ItsTimeForMoxie.com

Deb Beroset's Club Moxie online community empowers women to elevate their confidence and boldly embrace their authentic selves. Offering resources, workshops, and connections to help pursue visions with passion. Use code NAMAG for a free introductory month! See ad, page 9.

Dentistry

E DENTAL SOLUTIONS

Elahe Wissinger, DMD 2810 E River Rd, 85718 520-745-5496 • Info@EDentalSolutions.net EDentalSolutions.net

Our mission is to build a partnership to achieve optimal dental health. The state-of-the-art technology, attention to our clients’ needs, and commitment to continuing education ensure that our clients receive the highest quality care, in a safe and comfortable environment. See ad, back cover.

SHEA DENTAL

Dr. Josh Raiffe, DMD, AIAOMT 11111 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste 120, Scottsdale 480-998-3923 • SheaDentalAZ.com

Shea Dental offers holistic dentistry led by Dr. Josh Raiffe, DMD, AIAOMT Accredited. Using adv-anced technology like CEREC milling, digital impressions, Wand anesthesia, cone beam CT scanning, and SMART mercury filling removal, Dr. Raiffe ensures safe dental practices. Services include implants, veneers and sleep apnea treatments. Accepts most dental insurance. See ad, page 3.

TUCSON BIOLOGICAL DENTISTRY

Jeanne Anne Krizman, DMD, MPH 1601 N Tucson Blvd, Ste 35, 85716 520-326-0082 • Smile@KrizmanDental.com

A centrally located biologic and integrative dental office with Tucson’s only International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology accredited dentist. Specializing in general and cosmetic dentistry, mercury-free fillings, safe amalgam removal, implants, extractions, cavitation treatment, and ozone therapy. Call for appointment today. See ad, page 2.

Electromagnetic Wellness

EMF WELLNESS TUCSON

Lisa Smith, PhD, EMRS Certified Building Biology Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist 130 E Congress St, Ste 200-110 Info@EMF-Wellness.com • EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life” EMF Wellness helps keep Tucson’s homes, schools and work-places safe from unhealthy levels of electromagnetic fields (EMFs). We offer professional EMF assessments with emphasis on reducing exposure to rising levels of microwave radiation from wireless devices and cell towers. Assessments include EMF education and mitigation counseling.

Emotional Freedom Technique - EFT

MARIA KINGSLEY

EFT Practitioner, Certified Hypnotherapist 520-780-0170

KadaKingsley@msn.com

Maria-Kingsley.com

Emotions run high in many people right now. Do you need help in coping with life? Emotional freedom is just that: an easy tool to deal with upsetting circumstances, anxiety, fears, sickness. It combines energy therapy and psychology to eliminate and reduce emotions. Affordable and necessary.

Energy Work

ENERGETIC SYSTEM RE-BOOT

Suzanne Pear, RN PhD LE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109

DoctorSuzie@PamperedSkinStudio.com

Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) is a Registered Nurse and Quantum Energy Practitioner offering chakra energy system re-alignment and balancing as well as auric field clearing, forgiveness and self-healing practices. Call 520-400-8109 to schedule an Energetic Assessment. See ad, page 8.

Healthy Home

EMF WELLNESS TUCSON

Lisa Smith, PhD, EMRS Certified Building Biology Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist 130 E Congress St, Ste 200-110

Info@EMF-Wellness.com • EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life”

EMF Wellness Tucson provides Electromagnetic Field (EMF) assessments and mitigation counselling, specializing in the creation of EMF-safe bedroom sleep sanctuaries. Services include measurement of electric fields, magnetic fields, dirty electricity, and radio frequency radiation from wireless devices and cell towers.

Healthy Home

PURMAID

520-331-2629

PurmaidTucson@gmail.com

• PurMaids.com

PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: $50 off initial cleaning. See ad for details. See ad, page 17.

Holistic Health

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES

Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, Rm 9, 85719 OR your space/home • 520-403-1686 Nurse@VerySpecialAlternatives.net VerySpecialAlternatives.net Heal.me/Vonnie-Schultz-Albrecht-RN

What or who do you need? RN consultant •assessment, information, referral. Skilled nursing • phlebotomy, IV therapy, home services. Education • gentle, easy detox protocols, colon health, ozone therapies and resources. By appointment, flexible hours. Free 15 minute consult! See ad, page 21.

Hormone Replacement Therapy

INNOVATIVE WELLNESS OF TUCSON

Ronald Zack, FNP 6630 E Carondelet Dr, 85710 520-496-4649 • InnovativeWellnessOfTucson.com

Offering personalized alternative and integrative therapies tailored to optimize hormone levels and enhance overall health for both men and women. We focus on peptide therapy, weight loss, nutritional supplements, anti-aging, and PRP through evidence-based treatments that are safe and effective. See ad, page 15.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

NORTHSTAR HYPERBARICS

Dr. Carol Henricks, MD 7598 N La Cholla Blvd, 85741 520-229-1238 • NorthStarHBOT.com

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) saturates the body with oxygen, reducing inflammation and enhancing recovery from central nervous system injury including: traumatic brain injury, post-concussion syndrome, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, birth injury, autism, spinal cord injury, near drowning, anoxic brain injury and other conditions.

Invisalign

E DENTAL SOLUTIONS

Elahe Wissinger, DMD 2810 E River Rd, 85718 520-745-5496 • Info@EDentalSolutions.net EDentalSolutions.net

Looking to fix your bite issues but avoid the “metal mouth” phenomenon? At E Dental Solutions, we can help you understand how to keep the aligners and your teeth clean and make it easy for you to fit into your best smile. See ad, back cover.

Market

NULSCENT MARKET

1735 E Fort Lowell Rd, Ste 7, 85719 520-724-1776 Nulscent.com

Medical Intuitive

DANIELLE DVORAK

847-323-9188 • Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com

Danielle is a trained and certified Medical Intuitive Practitioner (CMIP, The Practical Path, Tujunga CA). Medical Intuition utilizes clairvoyance and the other intuitive senses to view and assess the physical body and unique energy system of living beings.

Medicare Support

LIFE SOLUTIONS ADVISORS OF AMERICA

Holly Baker, Retirement Specialist PO Box 69820, Oro Valley, 85737 520-760-2378 • Holly@LifeSolutionsAdvisors.net Providing Solutions for Your Retirement

Nulscent market features scent and fragrance-free products as well as clean food items and houseplants. Most products are small batch produced by small businesses to offer you a clean product. Shampoos, conditioners, laundry detergent, deodorant and more! See ad, page 14.

Massage

BRYANT DIETRICK,

LMT

6522 E Carondelet Dr, Bldg C, Ste B 85710 520-449-7581 • Bradeazy@gmail.com

Bryant facilitates healing by thoroughly working soft tissue with deep tissue techniques offering such modalities as trigger point therapy, myofascial release, ashiatsu, and barefoot shiatsu. See ad page 11.

SANTA RITA SPRINGS

Dorothy Richmond, LMT since 1983 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, 85719

Aquatic Massage • Jin Shin Jyutsu Craniosacral Therapy • Watsu Integrative Massage 520-990-1857 • SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com

Water is life… 80-minutes of Bliss. Immersed in heavenly 96-degree saltwater inside our poolhouse, receive massage, shiatsu, energy work, great stretches, flowing movement, and maybe Aquatic Craniosacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 11.

As your trusted independent advisors, we work with most Medicare carriers and companies to best serve your needs and preferences. Call/email now to review your Medicare plan during this year’s annual enrollment period

Meditation

THE YOGA CONNECTION

3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 • Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org

The Yoga Connection, a non-profit center, serving Tucson over 35 years, offers all levels of yoga and specialized classes. We offer Yoga teacher training leading to 200-hour and 300hour certification. Ask about scholarships and payment options.

Naturopathic Medicine

DR. DEEANN SABER, NMD

Transformational Medicine

2028 E Prince Rd, 85719

520-209-1755 • TFMND.com

Dr. Saber is a primary care naturopathic physician who specializes in endocrinology and functional medicine. Using science-based information as well as your personal symptoms, we will together find the best way to optimal health. See ad, page 17.

Naturopathic Medicine

DR. EMILY TAKEUCHI-MILLER, NMD

Transformational Medicine

2028 E Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • TFMND.com

Dr. Emily Takeuchi Miller, or “Dr. Em” as she prefers, enjoys seeing patients of all ages and is committed to helping them live well no matter what their current condition. Her special int-erests include primary care medicine, ped-iatrics, and MindBody medicine/biofeedback. See ad, page 17.

WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE

Dr. Lance Morris

2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 • WFMedicine37@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com

Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing “nature cure” to heal mind, body and spirit. Developer of Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad, page 19.

Neurofeedback

TUCSON NEUROTHERAPY

Board-Trained Neurotherapists & Licensed Mental Health Clinicians 520-261-0448

TucsonNeuroTherapy.com

A pharmaceutical-free approach that teaches the brain new patterns, often leading to profound, positive and permanent shifts in quality-of-life. Demonstrated effectiveness treating a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia, tinnitus, chronic pain, dyslexia, etc. See ad, page 14.

Pediatric Integrative Medicine

ANA TANASE MD, ABOIM

TMC One La Canada Office 10390 N La Cañada Dr, Ste 110, 85737 520-420-2110

tmcaz.com/tmc-one/our-providers/ana-tanase

Holistic pediatrician, board certified in pediatrics and Integrative Medicine, provides integrative medicine consults, primary care services, second opinions. Visits include personalized nutrition plan, lifestyle counseling, supplements, functional medicine testing, mind body medicine teachings. Accepts most insurances, appointments available online and by phone

Permanent Jewelry & Makeup

A LASTING TOUCH SALON AT TRANSITIONS HAIR STUDIOS

Yvette Dwornik • 520-869-5593

Sarah Dwornik-Olivo • 520-869-4040

7163 E Broadway, 85710

ALastingTouch.com

TransitionsHairStudios.com

LovelyLinksPermanentJewelry.com

New location. Offering Hair, Permanent Make Up and Permanent Jewelry at beautiful, remodeled eastside location. Broadway at Kolb next to DSW. $50 off any new permanent make up service. $20 off new lashes. See ad, page 14.

Physical Therapy & Wellness

CENTER 4 SELF-CARE

Carrie Rucker, PT, DPT 3501 E Kleindale Rd, 85716 404-984-4256

• BirdEyeWisdom.com

Carrie blends manual therapy, craniosacral therapy, dry needling, corrective exercises, meditations, and other modalities in her treatments to help clients experiencing pain or difficulty performing daily life and recreational activities. Pers-onalized, one on one sessions and customized home exercise programs.

Research

GREEN MOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE/ EXPAND HEALTH RESEARCH

Dr. Caitlin Connor 1775 W St Mary's Rd, Ste 111, 85745 520-609-1766

ExpandHealthResearch.com

We invite you to explore research studies. If you have an interest give us a call, and we will set up a time when you can tour the lab. We look forward to seeing you in the future! See ad, page 15.

Skin Care

PAMPERED SKIN & SOUL STUDIO

Suzanne Pear, RN PhD LE COE 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 • PamperedSkinStudio.com

Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) specializes in providing customized holistic skin care treatments for all skin types and concerns. Make an appointment today and start on your path to creating beautiful skin for life. See ad, page 8.

Sound Therapy

DANIELLE DVORAK

847-323-9188 • Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com

Relax and receive while your energy field is cleansed by antique Tibetan singing bowls, Gantas (bells) and more in the Tibetan Sacred Sound Healing tradition. Danielle is trained and certified through TibetanBowlSchool.com, and also a lifelong, classically-trained musician, intuitive empath and more.

WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE

Dr. Lance Morris 2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 • WFMedicine@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com

Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing ‘”nature cure” to heal mind, body and spirit. Developer of Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad, page 19

Spiritual Teachings

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING - TUCSON

Rev. Rhonda Tretsven Sunday Service: 3617 N Camino Blanco, 85718 520-319-1042 • CSLT911@gmail.com TucsonCSL.org

A spiritual alternative. We offer spiritual solutions to everyday challenges. You can learn about us at TucsonCSL.org Celebration Service at 11am, Meditation at 10:30am. For information about our Sunday services please email CSLT911@gmail.com or call 520-319-1042. See ad, page 19.

ECKANKAR

The Path of Spiritual Freedom 1-877-300-4949 8 EckankarArizona.org Facebook.com/EckankarArizona Eckankar.org • HearHU.org

Eckankar is a spiritual path that redefines the experience of religion. Eckankar is based on direct personal experience, transcending philosophy and orthodox religion, offering practical ways we may have spiritual experiences—even the ultimate experience of God— in this lifetime

Wellness Center

TRANSFORMATIONAL MEDICINE

DeeAnn Saber, NMD

Emily Takeuchi Miller, NMD

Zach Saber, LMP

Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • TFMND.com

We are like-minded healing professionals who have created a collaborative, patient-focused environment to provide healthy experiences for those ready to reach optimal health and wellness. See ad, page 17.

WINTERHAVEN HEALTH

CENTER

ARIZONA PSYCHIC ASSOCIATION (A.P.A.) A Statewide Directory of Who’s Who in Arizona’s Psychic Community. Hardcopy and Digital Listings. Includes a Concierge Referral Service. An end of year Psychic Conference. Open to anyone with a psychic or paranormal business in Arizona. For Information: ArizonaPsychicAssociation.com. Call or text: 520-683-4494. ArizonaPsychicAssociation@gmail.com.

DESERT ALOHA provides day trips for seniors with early to middle stages of memory loss while offering respite for caregivers. The 5-hour outings to local places of interest allow for socialization, education, and recreation. Call/text Angela Salmon: 520-235-3620 or email: DesertAlohaDayTrips@gmail.com. DesertAlohaDayTrips.com.

NEED LESS STRESS?

Wisdom Blooming, Nervous System Regulation. Organic Intelligence is a positive reinforcement clinical model using attention and embodiment, transforming stress to resource. Deactivate anxiety, invoke healing capacity and improve performance. Serving adults, parents, teens, children and teachers. Book a 20 min free consultation with Lynette Maya. WisdomBlooming.com.

RETIRING! ALTERNATIVES IN HEALTH CARE DETOX THERAPY SPA is closing. Aesthetic Equipment, hydraulic massage table with cabinet, display cases, décor, office supplies, furniture, cabinets, towels, sheets etc. Call Debbie at 520-275-4510 for a more detailed list.

Open House Sale January 11 & 12. 1101 N. Wilmot Rd Ste. 227

THE TEMPLE OF UNIVERSALITY

3020 N Country Club Rd, 85716 520-322-6161 • PerformanceNeurology.com

Replenish your body with the Natural Energies it lacks due to our modern lifestyle with BioCharger NG

Feel Energized, Restored and Balanced! Get Charged Up!

Athletic Performance

Visit our website: PerformanceNeurology.com For Health Benefits visit: www.Biocharger.com

Call Today! 520-322-6161

Replenish your body with the Natural Energies it lacks due to our modern lifestyle. BioCharger and Pulsed Electromagnetic Therapy with Low Level Laser Therapy available starting January 2nd. Visit Biocharger.com to learn the health benefits of this new technology. Discount packages available. See ad, page 20.

Yoga

THE YOGA CONNECTION 3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 • Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org

The Yoga Connection, a non-profit center, serving Tucson over 35 years, offers all levels of yoga and specialized classes. We offer Yoga teacher training leading to 200-hour and 300hour certification. Ask about scholarships and payment options.

FOR 6 YEARS, TUCSON COUNSELING ASSOCIATES has been dedicated to providing quality, anti-oppressive, affordable trauma-informed mental health treatment specializing in psychedelic integration and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). You are the expert in your own life and with the right tools, can connect with your inner healing wisdom. E-mail with questions: TucsonCounselingAssociates@gmail.com.

HEIDI WILSON

OFFERS private craniosacral sessions and teaches a six level workshop series called Riding the Wave, Touching Stillness; Craniosacral Work with a Biodynamic Perspective. Each workshop offers 20 CEUs for massage therapists. 520-271-4680, HeidiWilsonFluidHealing.com.

‘Celebrating the unity of God and Man.’ A Spiritualist, Universal all-inclusive Church. Uplifting talk, healing meditation, music, gifts of spirit messages. Tucson Jewish Community Center 1st & 3rd Sunday at 11am. 3800 E River Rd. TheTempleOfUniversality.org.

Health and Wellness in Dentistry: A Holistic Approach by E Dental Solutions

Modern dentistry goes beyond oral hygiene and aesthetics, focusing on the deep connection between oral health and overall wellness. We are leading the way

by integrating innovative technology, patient-centered care, and holistic practices to ensure a healthier smile and better overall health for every patient.

The Oral-Systemic Health Connection

Oral health significantly impacts general health, with conditions like gum disease linked to serious issues such as:

•Heart disease and stroke due to inflammation.

•Diabetes complications, as poor oral health can worsen glucose control.

•Pregnancy risks, including preterm births.

E Dental Solutions uses advanced tools to improve care:

•3D imaging and laser dentistry for precise, minimally invasive treatments.

•Biocompatible materials that align with overall wellness. These innovations ensure efficient, patient-friendly procedures that support long-term health.

Holistic and Preventive Care - A wellness-focused approach includes:

•Nutrition and lifestyle guidance for better oral and systemic health.

•Stress management strategies address teeth grinding & TMJ disorders

•Customized wellness plans tailored to individual needs including Regular check-ups, cleanings, and education.

At E Dental Solutions, we understand that dental health is a cornerstone of overall wellness. Through advanced care, patient education, and holistic approaches, we strive to help patients maintain healthy smiles while improving their quality of life.

Let us partner with you in achieving optimal oral health and wellness for a healthier future.

E DENTAL SOLUTIONS

Holistic and Biologic Dentistry

Dr. Elahe Wissinger, DMD

Dr. Elahe Wissinger