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f course people want to grow. There’s an intrinsic desire within us to do that. But what makes us think that growing and expanding should be characterized by a number that defines us? To grow and expand in wisdom, in self-knowledge and in stillness, must we age chronologically as well? While it’s a predominant yes to the number, the actual result and how we age is—as it turns out—completely our decision.

contact us Publisher Editor-in-Chief Holly Baker Director of Marketing Barbara Peters Editor Michelle Bense Writers Dale Bruder • Suzie Agrillo Sylvia Haskvitz Calendars & Layout Design Erica Mills Sales & Marketing Holly Baker Holly@NaturalTucson.com Barbara Peters Barbara@NaturalTucson.com To contact Natural Awakenings Tucson Edition: 4880 N Sabino Canyon Rd., Ste 12149 Tucson AZ, 85750-7010 Tucson Office Tel: 520-760-2378 Fax: 1-520-208-9797 Holly@NaturalTucson.com NaturalTucson.com Franchise Sales 239-530-1377

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Thanks in part to social media, every day there are examples of almost herculean agelessness. The 96-year-old Tao Prchon-Lynch Barbara Peters is the world’s oldest yoga instructor; Ernestine Shepherd, now 77, was at 73 the world’s oldest body builder. What’s their secret and how do we tap into this somewhat recently identified well of agelessness? Lucky for us living in Tucson, we literally have an oasis of holistic practitioners, energy healers, life and health coaches, natural, non-surgical and highly accredited surgical practitioners—all bringing their unique skills to help us stay young and vibrant. If Sedona has some type of corner on spiritual vortexes, then Tucson for sure has the corner on world-recognized practices and healing centers that naturally fuel our longevity. In this issue, you’ll discover many secrets to agelessness. On page 26, Dr. Christiane Northrup, one of the country’s premier visionaries on women’s health, together with the article’s author, lay out a comprehensive plan to help us flourish physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Dr. Cousens, founder of The Tree of Life, speaks to a wrap-around experience using a holistic lifestyle that incorporates yoga, nature, spirituality and healthy eating, on page 32. In all cases, it’s about a holistic approach that targets all of who we are as conscious, future-oriented beings. Natural Awakenings readers and Tucson residents don’t believe in aging! The practitioners, teachers and coaches who are featured in this issue through their advertising and stories, help to develop the power to control how we deal with stress and to be still, all of which can ultimately make us look and feel more youthful. The good fortune is even more apparent when you consider how much choice we have here in Tucson for keeping our appearance, physical vitality and our spiritual center aligned to look and feel our very best. “The important thing is that it is never too late to start. We can make the transition back to a younger, stronger and happier self at any age,” reminds Dr. Cousens. Never stop growing,

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he Unity Spiritual Center of Peace and Center for Spiritual Living Tucson will host a concert with Motown artist Eddie Watkins, Jr., from 6 to 8 p.m., October 18, at Unity Spiritual Center of Peace. Watkins will also be holding a limited-seating songwriters workshop on October 17 and performing during Sunday Celebration Services, on October 18 at Center for Spiritual Living Tucson at 10:30 a.m. “When Eddie performs, you feel the music, amazing voice and powerful delivery, which is spellbinding whether he is delivering a funky Motown beat or a quiet meditative song,” says David Prouty, music director at Center for Spiritual Living Tucson. Eddie Watkins “Whether he is playing his music or other people’s music, it’s a heart-lifting, soul-stirring, can’t-stay-in-your-seat experience.” Watkins has been a highly acclaimed bass player and musician all his life and has recorded and played with Marvin Gaye, Quincy Jones, James Brown, Santana, Cher, Diana Ross, Herbie Hancock, Pattie Labelle, The Pointer Sisters, Peter Frampton, The Temptations and many others. His concerts are an expression of love and gratitude, giving new meaning to “soul music”. Concert Tickets: $15. Location: 1551 S. Eastside Loop #121, Tucson. Sunday Celebration Services at Center for Spiritual Living Tucson are held at 3231 N. Craycroft Rd. For more information, call 520-319-1042, email Admin@TucsonCSL.org or visit TucsonCSL.org or EddieWatkinsJr.com. See ad, page 11.

Tucson Law Firm Changes Name

he Tucson law firm DeConcini McDonald by Evo DeConcini, Dennis DeConcini and John R. McDonald—founded in 1968—is now known as DeConcini McDonald Yetwin & Lacy, P.C. (DMYL). Conveniently located at the corner of Broadway and Tucson Boulevard, the Tucson office has grown to 20 attorneys, four paralegals and a full support staff dedicated to providing quality legal services at a reasonable cost. DMYL assigns attorneys and staff members based on knowledge, level of skill and experience. In addition, DMYL provides combinations of attorneys and staff members with different areas of practice to solve issues that overlap more than one substantive area. The firm offers its clients—individuals as well as a wide range of private and public entities—legal services in the following practice areas: estates and trusts, labor and employment, real estate, intellectual property, business and commercial transactions, litigation, financial services, construction, mining and natural resources and taxation. Location: 2525 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson. For more information, call 520-322-5000 or visit dmyl.com. See ad, page 18. September 2015

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his October, The Loft Cinema—a communitysupported, nonprofit cinema—will present the sixth annual Loft Film Fest, featuring an array of legendary, award-winning performers, filmmakers and screenwriters, as well as a program of critically-acclaimed films selected from prestigious festivals around the globe, including Cannes, Sundance, Toronto and Venice. Opening night, October 21, celebrates the 30th anniversary of Back to the Future at a special double feature screening of Back to the Future and Back to the Future Part II, with live ‘50s music, themed food and a DeLorean photo-op. Throughout the film fest, the public will get the chance to meet iconic actress Rita Moreno (West Side Story), internationally-renowned filmmaker/ actor Alfonso Arau (Like Water for Chocolate), Oscar-winning screenwriters Larry McMurtry and Diana Ossana (Brokeback Mountain) and other guests. Attendees can enjoy “under the stars” screenings of Hollywood classics like Psycho and Three Amigos in the Loft parking lot, presented on The Loft’s new, state-of-the-art outdoor screen and projection system. Other films being shown include the documentary Hitchcock/Truffaut— fresh from the Toronto International Film Festival—the Sundance comedy hit Entertainment (starring Michael Cera and John C. Reilly) and the latest film from celebrated Iranian director Jafar Panahi, Taxi! Location: 3233 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson. For more information, call 520-795-0844, email Zach@LoftCinema.org or visit LoftCinema.org. See ad, page 9.

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on Zavis, a national sales trainer of Don Zavis & Associates, gave a sales training talk to 30 business people—many advertisers in Natural Awakenings, compliments of Holly Baker, publisher of the Tucson edition—on August 12, at Borderlands Brewery. The hour-long presentation taught attendees how to brand their persona with an emblematic symbol that delivers a direct or implied promise, how to “walk your talk” and be the example of the value of their product. His overarching advice was to work with people who say yes. Zavis talked about the distinction between marketing, advertising and sales. He presented Don Zavis methods on how to offer a sample of services, be known as an expert and become a media personality. He answered questions from, “How do I get paid what I want to charge?” to “What do I do when people say no?” His quick responses centered on working with people who will pay the price and want what is being offered. For more information on the unique promotional opportunities available in Natural Awakenings Magazine, contact Holly Baker at 520-760-2378 or email Holly@NaturalTucson.com. NaturalTucson.com.

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SIS Massage Education—a massage therapy school with locations in Tucson, Flagstaff, Prescott and Clarkdale— will offer a part-time evening program beginning September 8 and an upcoming full-time day program beginning November 5, in Tucson. “This is of interest to people in the community that are interested in exploring a first, second—or even third— career in bodywork or the healing arts,” says Arin Weiss, campus manager. “ASIS Massage Education is also a beneficial community resource for those wishing to receive affordable therapeutic bodywork, engage in continuing education classes and for networking purposes for other professionals in the field.” In the near future, ASIS will be opening a retail store inside the building, as well as starting a professional clinic with recently graduated licensed therapists. Location: 639 N. 6th Ave., Tucson. For more information, call 520-343-0338, email Tucson@ASISMassage.com or visit ASISMassage.com. See ad, page 7.

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hysical, mental and emotional healing through a simple, natural technique is the topic of a free medical lecture to be held at 7 p.m., October 3, at the DuVal Bruno Groening Auditorium on the Banner University Medical Center campus. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the lecture will last two hours, with a mid-event break. Visitors from Germany and the U.S. will describe numerous healing reports that have been verified by physicians worldwide. Hundreds of thousands of people around the world have been cured of mental, physical and socalled “incurable” diseases, including substance abuse addictions, using this healing wave. The guest speakers will demonstrate this technique, known in German as “einstellen”. The healing technique is based on age-old knowledge of the divine force, which users can easily learn to tap into. It has been known to doctors and most ancient religions throughout the centuries. “The divine power helps and heals,” said Groening. The Bruno Groening Circle of Friends, with more than 3,000 communities, is one of the world’s largest nonprofit organizations dedicated to spiritual healing. The group is based on the work of Bruno Groening, a natural healer who became internationally known in postwar Germany and Europe through miraculous healings that happened wherever he went. Location: 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson. For more information, call 520-904-4801, email WeissMae@email.arizona.edu or visit Bruno-Groening.org/English.

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here is a natural treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS): hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT).HBOT was demonstrated in a placebo-controlled, rand-omized double-blind study as an effective treatment for patients with longstanding MS symptoms (average of 10 years) in an article published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 1983. Then, all funded research on HBOT for MS was shut down in the U.S. Fortunately, patients in England were made aware of the effectiveness of HBOT for MS and became activists. They developed a charity and set up treatment centers all over the country that could be accessed by MS patients at little or no cost to them. Dr. Phillip B. James monitored a large group of these patients and found that the course of illness and relapse in those patients that received initial HBOT and continued to have intermittent HBOT resulted in fewer relapses and better long-term outcomes. His conclusion: start HBOT early after initial presentation and diagnosis and continue intermittent treatments. HBOT is not a mysterious process: 100 percent oxygen under pressure is a very effective tool for healing. It triggers activation and release of stem cells that may become neurons or glia. At the DNA level, it triggers genes producing healing hormones to be up-regulated and genes that produce destructive degenerative and inflammatory responses to be down-regulated. The high-dose oxygen facilitates intracellular healing. James details the history of the science and the politics of HBOT in his book, Oxygen and the Brain: The Journey of Our Lifetime, published in 2014. Testimonials and additional information can be found throughout the Internet. Explore the options and learn what HBOT can do.

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Love and Light Tiffany Seiler Cover artist Tiffany Seiler works in mixed media, including watercolors, acrylics, papers and objects like buttons to create whimsical, stylized portraits of girls that express delight and innocence. The cover work Love and Light was inspired by Seiler’s daily yoga practice. “I was raised in a family of all girls,” says Seiler. “My art is deeply rooted in positive female images surrounded by the things I love, like flowers, trees, the ocean and yoga.” Seiler is a self-taught artist, having returned to her childhood love of drawing and painting after working as a hairdresser and makeup artist for 20 years. Seiler’s works, many of which bear inspirational messages, have been reproduced for greeting cards found in national stores such as Trader Joe’s. Her art has also graced the pages of magazines such as Somerset Studio. Seiler currently lives, works and paints in Independence, Kentucky, joined by her husband and six rescued animals—three dogs and three cats. View the artist’s portfolio at SouthEndGirlArt.etsy.com. 16

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De-Salting Water Could Help Drought-Stricken Areas A team from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Jain Irrigation Systems has devised a method of turning brackish water into drinking water using renewable energy. This solar-powered machine is able to pull salt out of water and disinfect it with ultraviolet rays, making it suitable for both irrigation and drinking. Electrodialysis works by passing a stream of water between two electrodes with opposite charges. Because the salt dissolved in water consists of positive and negative ions, the electrodes pull the ions out of the water, leaving fresher water at the center of the flow. A series of membranes separate the freshwater stream from increasingly salty ones. The photovoltaic-powered electrodialysis reversal system recently won the top $140,000 Desal Prize from the U.S. Department of Interior. “This technology has the potential to bring agriculture to vast barren lands using brackish water,” says Richard Restuccia, Jain’s vice president of landscape solutions. The prize was developed to supply catalytic funding to capture and support innovative ideas and new technologies that could have a significant impact on resolving global water demand. Among 13 desalination projects under consideration along the California coast, the Carlsbad Desalination Project will be the largest in the Western Hemisphere once it is completed in the fall. Source: EcoWatch.com

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Connecticut has introduced the nation’s first-ever mattress recycling program to get old beds off the curb and into the renewable waste stream via Park City Green, a cavernous warehouse in Bridgeport where mattresses go to die and get reborn. One of only two mattress recycling facilities in the state, it employs workers that manually break down bedding parts, separating the materials into giant piles of foam, mounds of cotton and tall stacks of metal springs. All this gets shipped off to junk dealers to be recycled and reclaimed for later use in the metal industry or as backing for carpets. The city had been paying hundreds of thousands of dollars per year to pick up mattresses on trash day and break them apart for disposal, but that figure is expected to drop to zero and create jobs at the same time. Connecticut’s program is voluntary, so municipalities don’t have to participate. But because it’s already being paid for by consumers and the mattress industry, state officials expect the program to grow. Already, more than 60 Connecticut communities are participating.

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Designed by The Shift Network as “the largest virtual peace event on the planet,” a free, online three-month global movement program, The Summer of Peace, continues through September 21. It promises to inspire participants by teaching ways to heal conflicts within oneself, in relationships and in the world using peace, instead of conflict, as the new baseline. Featured thought leaders include Deepak Chopra, Ervin Laszlo, Grandmother Agnes Pilgrim, Karen Armstrong, Lisa Garr and Congressman Tim Ryan, plus messages from the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Jane Goodall. Programs include The Subtle Activism Summit: Inner Dimensions of Peace Building from September 8 to 10, and 11 Ways to Transform Your World from September 11 to 21, concluding on the United Nations International Day of Peace. “You’ll discover more personal ease, joy and wellbeing with techniques to connect more profoundly to the deep peace within yourself and the latest in the science of compassion,” says Garr, host of The Aware Show and Being Aware and bestselling author of Becoming Aware. She also attests that participants will find the best practices for citizen engagement and conscious activism to help accelerate the shift to a world of peace. For more information or to register, visit SummerOfPeace.net.

Yoga Boosts Brain Gray Matter Research from the Brain Imaging and Analysis Center at Duke University Medical Center has found that a regular hatha yoga practice increases gray matter within the brain, reversing the loss found among those with chronic pain. The researchers tested seven hatha yoga meditation practitioners and seven non-practitioners. Each of the subjects underwent tests for depression, anxiety, moods and cognition levels, along with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain scans. The scientists found that the brains of the yoga meditation practitioners contained significantly greater gray matter by volume in key brain regions, including the frontal, temporal and occipital cortices, plus the cerebellum and the hippocampus, compared to the non-yoga subjects. The yoga meditation practitioners also had more gray area in the prefrontal cortex regions that are involved in decisionmaking, reward/consequence, control and coordination.

Embracing Invasives

Rethinking the Balance of Nature Environmental journalist Fred Pearce, author of the new book, The New Wild: Why Invasive Species Will Be Nature’s Salvation, traveled across six continents and ecosystems from remote Pacific islands to the United Kingdom and the Great Lakes to reveal some outdated scientific ideas about invasive species and the balance of nature. Pearce argues that mainstream environmentalists are correct that we need a rewilding of the Earth, but they are wrong if they believe it can be achieved by reengineering ecosystems. He thinks that humans have changed the planet too much, and nature never goes backward. But a growing group of scientists is taking a fresh look at how species interact in the wild. According to these new ecologists, we should applaud the dynamism of alien species and the new ecosystems they create. In an era of climate change and widespread ecological damage, it’s crucial that we find ways to help nature regenerate. Embracing this new ecology, Pearce proposes, is our best chance, maintaining, “To be an environmentalist in the 21st century means celebrating nature’s wildness and capacity for change.”

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The Path to Healing Naturally with Alex Hermosillo Alex Hermosillo

lex Hermosillo, a highly soughtafter healer and spiritual teacher, and founder of the Mastery of Energy Healing Center, in Tempe, is offering a group healing event called A Holistic Approach to Healing, on September 13, at the Radisson Suites, in Tucson. At the event, Hermosillo will offer awareness about natural approaches to health and well-being that take into consideration both the body and the mind. Attendees will learn and practice a simple, fast and effective technique to unlock the door to further awaken and embrace one’s own ability for selfhealing. Hermosillo teaches others how to release their pain—be it emotional, mental or physical. This includes stress, fears, grief, depression, phobias, heartbreak, toxicity, trauma, physical pain and symptoms of illness. Hermosillo advises that participants will experience an increase in energy and vitality; nurture and balance their emotions; strengthen their immune system; and raise their consciousness. He espouses that anyone can learn this technique to assist themselves and others, so they may experience a happy, healthy and loving life. Hermosillo’s special guest is cancer survivor, Jared, the “Kid Against Chemo”, whom in 1997 was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome and received a heart transplant when he was five months old. Growing up with a compromised immune system and many setbacks due to the rejection and other conventional medications he was taking, Jared had become accustomed to the ways of Western medicine.

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Then in July of 2014, at age 16, Jared was diagnosed with stage IV Hodgkin lymphoma and given six months to live. Following two weeks of chemotherapy treatments Alex Hermosillo & that left him Jared Bucey incapacitated and nearly lifeless, Jared and his mother, Lisa, began researching natural therapies. At the event, mother and son will speak about how they approached and embraced these natural ways of healing, including Jared’s profound healing with Alex Hermosillo. Today, one year later, Jared is cancer-free. Hermosillo was born with the natural gift to help people with their pain with a touch of his hand. In 1997, he was given a second gift through a near-death experience in which he gained wisdom about how the body and consciousness stores information, and he returned with his healing abilities and intuitive senses greatly amplified.

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Diaspora Showcase Africa Event Celebrates Fashion and Music

he 12th annual Diaspora Showcase Africa presents the culture and traditions of Africa through fashion, music, dance and cuisine, held at 6 p.m., September 26, at Sabbar Shriner, in Tucson. Attendees will view the culture and tradition of Africa in an entertainment setting, with the participation of a diverse group of Tucsonans. The event celebrates African fashion on the Tucson runway, with the collections of Faroque Abdela (Tanzania), Wawi Amasha (Kenya), Kike Adeeko (Nigeria), Pela (Trinidad & Tobago) and Van Else (Suriname). The 2015 production takes the audience on a journey of sight and sound, showcasing African inspired fashion in contemporary and traditional styles, amidst the backdrop of Jazz medleys performed by Musical

Magic Quartet, with Doc Jones on Keyboard and Kelly Campbell on Sax. The evening, which includes dinner, opens with the Egyptian percussionist, Gamal Gomaa and the legendary belly dancer, Helena Vlahos. Rockers Uptown and the Jamaican star vocalist “Luckie D”, known for his reggae rendition of the popular pop song “Thinking Out Loud”, conclude the showcase in concert-style. Tickets are available at Zemam’s Too!, located at 119 East Speedway, and Al’s, located at 861 East Grant Road. Cost: $49 in advance; $29 for students; $39 for seniors; $55 at the door. Location: 450 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson. For more information, call 520-777-3455, email DiasporaShowcase@juno.com or visit DiasporaShowcase.com. See ad, page 14.

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Earth Harmony Festival 2015

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Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Body! sharing services and goods and having a protective environmental consciousness. The featured act is TaliasVan & The Bright & Morning Star Band, a nine-piece performing CosmoPop music—an interuniversal experience fusing rock, jazz, Celtic, folk and other styles with spiritual lyrics and mantras which inspire sacred dance. Avalon Gardens’ founders, Gabriel of Urantia/TaliasVan and Niánn Emerson Chase, created the Earth Harmony Festival to share the vision unfolding at the EcoVillage, and to inspire others to pursue a lifestyle of global change through sustainable living. “The message of the festival is vital for the health and progress of our planet. Like our gardens, it is growing each year as more people awaken to the necessity for all citizens of the world to adopt a more sustainable and selfless lifestyle,” says Festival Coordinator Amadon DellErba. “We encourage people to come out of the boxes—be it city or suburb—and witness firsthand extraordinary, yet practical, solutions for new paradigm living.” Entrance to the festival is free. Donations for camping, activities and Eco Tours are encouraged to help foster the EcoVillage’s many prototype projects for creating a more sustainable, environmentally conscious and equitable world.

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she made into the frontier of the imagination was fraught with questions without reasonable answers. Her heroine journey faced fate and circumstance with creative panache. At the turn of the century, with her husband at her side, she created a breakthrough of artistically spiritual expression with the iconic tabletop dancing figure metal sculpture. Wildly popular, the couple committed to mass produce the piece, entering a torrent of events that tore the fabric of certainty into shreds. The seismic shift in global labor and resource forces and the untimely death of her husband shook the artist at her core. Labor and material costs skyrocketed as foreign economies competed with cheap labor and inflated steel prices. Tied to a sales price point challenged by the new global economic model and committed sales orders, the newly

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single woman had to make executive decisions that honored her integrity. “I had to stand on my own shoulders,” Lowe recalls. She turned to her son for help in fulfilling agreements and completing contracts. When the dust settled, Lowe was intimately familiar with the inner spirit—the unfathomable understanding that cannot be spoken, yet can be felt and experienced. Kadinsky’s abstract spirit showed itself through her human spirit. Following her soul’s heart’s desire, Lowe knew she had to find a unique creative expression independent of the market forces she had been forced to hone her spirit on. Using what she knew and didn’t know, Lowe realized an age-old art in a new way. She found the secret to move beyond producing a commodity, as the lesson of the dancing figures taught her, to expressing the light that comes through Lynn Rae Lowe. “What I am known for,” she says humbly, “is taking a flat metal surface, using color and texture, making it move like the dancing figures appeared to.” The metallic canvas vibrates a tone that changes scale and rhythm when viewed by dancing the scanning eye from various angles. She completed 368 pieces in various sizes of the “Alumination” series, depicting quiet to tumultuous images. Her life’s work of art includes the award-winning “Dancing Sylphs”, menorah sculptures, tribute walls, Aluminations and an upcoming book.

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what she has learned as a professional artist. The process includes collating and archiving over 2,000 sketches and finished work, as well as re-connecting with artists who have influenced her. “I learn from the masters,” Lowe says. She describes her study of Chagall’s silkscreens as a transformation by stained glass artisans who broke up the artwork into planes, changing how the forms and images worked together. “I decided to do the same with my images, using what I learned,” she says. As Lowe gathers recollections from her artistic influences, she reflects the quality that is brought to the role of a celebrant. New beginnings, transitions and remembrances are events that raise life to a shared level. From cradle to grave, through the experiences of expressing our gifts, moving through phases and surrendering to time we seek legacy significance. The want and the need comes when one Naranja Mountain Majesty by Lynn Rae Lowe recognizes that life is to be celebrated in all its joys and sorrows. Otherwise, it can only be seen as chaos, absurdity Giving back, she offers transferring access to the imaginative and suffering. spirit through creative thinking and expanded intuition in Lowe’s role as a celebrant is another recognition of Drawing It Out workshops. “Happiness is not an idea of “standing on my own shoulders.” She has churned life reason but of imagination. Logic will get you from A to Z; through artistic breakthroughs again and again, passed imagination will get you everywhere. Reality leaves a lot through maiden and mother to crone as a bright light and to the imagination,” Lowe says in her workshops. “All great is now seeing past her time reaching to leave a legacy masters believe that their gift is an ability to imagine.” for others to find their wisdom. Her every breath is a Lowe closed her retail space at Metal Arts Village celebration. recently and placed her art in several art galleries, freeing her to create work for an art show that will open on her 70th For more information about Lowe, her birthday, and to pursue her soul’s calling as a celebrant. art works, celebrant offerings and writing, The one-woman art show, opening in November email LynnRae@LynnRaeLowe.com or 2016, will be a depiction of the mystical qualities of the visit LynnRaeLowe.com. See ad, page 9. Hebrew letters and an illustrated workbook for personal contemplative journeying. A legacy project for the artist, this Dale Bruder is a regular contributor to Natural Awakenings. event is a statement of eternal wisdom. As Lowe prepares Connect at TaoTime@DaleBruder.com or DaleBruder.com. herself to enter the creative process, she is reflecting on

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Embracing Agelessness Welcome to our special section dedicated to agelessness... featuring Tucson’s best resources to help you stay young and vibrant. adult diapers, walkers and long-term care insurance,” Northrup quips. The point is well taken. Think vibrant, healthy, gorgeous and yes, sexy Sandra Bullock, Johnny Depp, Chris Rock and Brooke Shields—all 50 or older— as the targets of ads for Depend. We’re living and working longer, and many of us are feeling, looking and staying young longer. So is 60 the new 40? Yes, say State University of New York at Stony Brook researchers, and further note that we’re generally leading longer and healthier lives. Centenarians are the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. population. In the 2010 census, 53,364 people had surpassed their 100th year, an increase of 40 percent over the 1980 census, and more than 80 percent of them are women. The National Institute on Aging projects that this number could increase tenfold or more by 2050. What we think of as “old” has changed. Many baby boomers refuse to buy into the mythology of aging, bristle at being called senior citizens and especially dislike being called elderly. Their position is backed by science. Stem cell biologist Bruce Lipby Kathleen Barnes ton, Ph.D., author of Biology of Belief and currently a visiting professor at Agelessness: Engaging in and experiencing life without the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, in Auckland, is best known for fear of falling, failing or falling apart. promoting the concept that DNA can be changed by belief, for good or ill. buy into modern medicine’s promotion n a nutshell, that’s the philosophy of Lipton explains that we all have of the idea of the pathology of aging.” visionary women’s health expert Dr. billions of stem cells designed to One of Northrup’s primary admoChristiane Northrup, of Yarmouth, repair or replace damaged—and nitions: “Don’t tell anyone how old you aging—tissues and organs. “[These Maine, as explored in her latest book, are. Another birthday means nothing.” cells] are profoundly influenced by Goddesses Never Age. “We’re long overdue for a paraour thoughts and perceptions about digm shift about how we feel about Maintain a Sound Mind the environment,” Lipton explains. growing older,” says Northrup. “You Our Western society fosters a belief “Hence our beliefs about aging can can change your future by adopting a system that we will become decrepit, either interfere with or enhance stem new, ageless attitude that will help you frail and mentally feeble at a certain cell function, causing our physiologiflourish physically, emotionally, menage. “When my mother turned 50, her cal regeneration or decline.” tally and spiritually. We don’t have to mailbox suddenly filled with ads for “Yes, we are destined to grow

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older, but decrepitude and what we call aging is an optional state,” Northrup adds. “Our genes, nutrition and environment are under our control far more than we may have thought.” More, she says, “Words are powerful. Don’t talk yourself into believing your brain is turning to mush just because you are over 40.”

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“Manage the four horsemen of the aging apocalypse,” encourages nutrition and longevity expert Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., a Los Angeles board-certified nutritionist and author of The Most Effective Ways to Live Longer. He says the aging process, including disease, loss of physical or mental function and the general breakdown of systems, is caused by one or more of four factors: oxidative damage (literally rusty cells); inflammation; glycation (excess sugar, metabolic syndrome); and stress. “Collectively, they damage cells and DNA, wear down organs and systems, deeply damage the vascular pathways that deliver blood and oxygen to the entire body, and even shrink brain size,” explains Bowden. While it may seem like a tall order to make lifestyle changes that vanquish these four horsemen, Bowden says they can be broken into manageable elements by employing an arsenal of healthful weapons: whole foods, nutrients, stress-reduction techniques, exercise, detoxification and relationship improvement. “All of these actually do double duty, battling more than one of the four processes that can effectively shorten your life,” he reports, based on his 25 years of study.

Oxidative Damage

Consider what rust does to metal. That’s what free radical oxygen molecules do to cells. Over time, they damage them and cause aging from within. “Oxidative damage plays a major role in virtually every degenerative disease of aging, from Alzheimer’s to cancer to heart disease and diabetes, even immune dysfunction,” says Bowden. His recommended key to destroying free radicals is a diet rich in

antioxidants, including lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and healthy fats, nuts, grass-fed meats and organic dairy products. Avoid environmental free radicals that show up in toxic chemicals by eating as much organic food as possible and avidly avoiding residues of the poisonous pesticides and herbicides sprayed on crops eaten by people and livestock.

Inflammation

Long-term inflammation is a silent killer because it operates beneath the radar, often unnoticed, damaging blood vessel walls. Like oxidative damage, inflammation is a factor in all the degenerative diseases associated with aging, says Bowden. His suggestion: First, get a Creactive protein (CRP) test to determine the levels of inflammation in our body. A CRP level over 3 milligrams/liter indicates a high risk of a heart attack. Anti-inflammatory foods like onions, garlic, leafy greens, tomatoes, beans, nuts and seeds have all been widely scientifically proven to reduce chronic inflammation.

Glycation

This is the result of excessive sugar that glues itself to protein or fat molecules, leaving a sticky mess that creates advanced glycation end (AGE) products that damage all body systems and are acknowledged culprits in the dreaded diseases associated with aging. Bowden’s basic answer is to minimize intake of sugar and simple carbs; anything made with white flour or

white rice. Also avoid fried dishes and any foods cooked at high temperatures that actually skip the glycation production in the body and deliver harmful AGEs directly from the food. He advises taking 1,000 mg of carnosine (available in health food stores) daily to prevent glycation.

Stress

The long-term effects of physical, mental or emotional stress are tremendously damaging to the human physiology. Sustained exposure to the stress hormone cortisol can shrink parts of the brain, damage blood vessels, increase blood sugar levels, heart rate and blood pressure and contribute to chronic inflammation, according to wellestablished science recorded in the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Bowden warns, “Stress management is not a luxury.” In its many forms, including prayer, meditation and breathing exercises, it should be part of any agelessness program. Deep, restful sleep is as vital a component as ending toxic relationships, having a nurturing circle of friends and doing familiar, gentle exercise such as yoga or tai chi. Overall, Bowden adds, “Rather than thinking of such endeavors as antiaging, I strive to embody the concept of age independence. I admire former Supreme Court Associate Justice John Paul Stevens, who resigned from the court when he reached age 90 because he wanted to play more tennis.” Bowden recommends embracing the concept of “squaring the curve”, meaning that instead of anticipating

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and experiencing a long downhill slope of poor health leading to death, “I look at a long plateau of health, with a steep drop-off at the end.” Wellness guru Dr. Michael Roizen, chair of the Cleveland Clinic’s Wellness Institute, contends that although our chronological age can’t be changed, “Your ‘real age’ [calculated from data he collected from 60 million people] is the result of a wide variety of factors that are within your control. Dietary choices alone can make you 13 years younger or older than your actual age.” Roizen adds uncontrolled portion sizes, tobacco use and physical inactivity to the list of life-shortening lifestyle options.

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“If you don’t have some kind of spiritual foundation, literally, God help you,” says Northrup. “God isn’t confined to a book or a church, mosque or synagogue. Divinity is the creative loving, vital flow of life force that we’re all part of and connected to. Our bodies are exquisite expressions meant to embody, not deny our spirits.” Touch, pleasure and sex can be part of it, too. Individuals that have the most fulfilling sex lives live the longest, according to researchers conducting the University of California, Riverside’s Longevity Project. “Pleasure comes in infinite forms,” says Northrup. “It can mean the exquisite taste of a pear or the sound of an angelic symphony, the kiss of sun on skin, the laughter of a child, spending time with friends or creating a pastel landscape. When you experience pleasure, God comes through and you become aware of your divine nature. You’ll find that joy comes in ways that are unique to you.” Connection with the natural world is an essential element of agelessness, says Northrup. “The human body evolved to walk on the Earth, drinking its water, breathing its air and basking in its sunlight.” The bottom line is, “Agelessness is all about vitality. Taking all the right supplements and pills, or getting the right procedure isn’t the prescription for anti-aging,” says this renowned physician. “It’s ageless living that brings back a sense of vibrancy and youthfulness.” We could live to be well over 100 years old and, as Northrup likes to paraphrase Abraham Hicks, of The Law of Attraction fame, “Wouldn’t you rather have your life end something like this: ‘Happy-healthy, happy-healthy, happyhealthy, dead.’ Isn’t that a lot better than suffering sickness, decrepitude and frailty for years?” Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous books on natural health, her latest being Food Is Medicine: 101 Prescriptions from the Garden. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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The Hidden Deficiency Having the proper amount of iodine in our system at all times is critical to overall health, yet the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition finds that iodine deficiency is increasing drastically in light of an increasingly anemic national diet of unpronounceable additives and secret, unlabeled ingredients. This deficit now affects nearly three-quarters of the population.

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A Growing Epidemic Symptoms range from extreme fatigue and weight gain to depression, carpal tunnel syndrome, high blood pressure, ﬁbrocystic breasts and skin and hair problems. This lack of essential iodine can also cause infertility, joint pain, heart disease and stroke. Low iodine levels also have been associated with breast and thyroid cancers; and in children, intellectual disability, deafness, attention deﬁcient and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and impaired growth, according to studies by Boston University and the French National Academy of Medicine.

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Tula Wellness Introduces Novel Approach to ‘Rejuvenation’

r. Arianna Sholes-Douglas, owner and Medical Director at Tula Wellness, in Tucson, is now offering a radiofrequency (RF) technology approach—ThermiVa—to treat some of the most common complaints of peri-menopausal and menopausal women, including vaginal dryness, pain with intercourse and mild incontinence. Sholes-Douglas is the first and only provider to offer ThermiVa in Tucson. RF technology has become a standard treatment in aesthetic medicine with many indications due to its versatility, efficacy and safety. The most common indication for RF technology is the non-ablative tightening of tissue to improve skin Arianna Sholes-Douglas laxity and reduce wrinkles of the face. Applying heat to tissue with RF promotes collagen remodeling and strengthens the structural support columns to improve the integrity of the skin. ThermiVa is the most current FDA-cleared method using a non-invasive, non-surgical procedure for vaginal laxity. In clinical trials, the ThermiVa procedure has shown results in vaginal/vulvar dryness or atrophic vaginitis, vaginal laxity, vulvar/labial laxity, mild to moderate stress incontinence and sexual dysfunction. Typically three, 30-minute treatments are required. There is no pain or downtime, and results are seen within the first four weeks of the first treatment and last approximately one year. Retreatment with single treatments every 12 to 18 months maintains the results. Location: 2200 E. River Rd., Ste. 109, Tucson. For more information, call 520-577-1129, email Info@TulaWellnessMD.com or visit DrArianna.com.

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atural Life Holistic Oasis (NLHO) has now been providing their unique blend of healing services at NW Healing Sanctuary, in Tucson, for five years. Offering a variety of disciplines, NLHO features practitioners committed to patient care and optimal health through natural healing. Services include gentle chiropractic care, nutritional counseling, personal training, acupuncture, therapeutic massage, psychotherapy, reflexology, energy balancing and Reiki. This year, NLHO welcomes three new practitioners, including Cori Carter, DC, of Innate Living Chiropractic Health & Wellness, Christine Hazen-Molina, of Heartfelt Workforce Life Coaching, and Kevin Romo-Leon, of Suede Pilates. Practitioners at NLHO can help with the many aspects of mind, body and spirit. With 14 professionals to choose from, clients can book one or more coinciding appointments to help them along their path to relaxation, rejuvenation and recovery. Location: 7235 N. Paseo Del Norte, Tucson. For more information, visit NLHO.info. See ad, page 35.

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tephanie Sikes, founder of Vocal Velocity Studio, offers vocal training, life coaching and career consulting classes in Tucson, and has worked Stephanie Sikes with clients from ages 6 through 86 in both collegiate and private settings. Sikes has a Bachelor of Science in Theatre Arts, Master of Communication, Master of Counseling and is a Board-certified Life Coach. “The vocal teaching method I use is quite eclectic; however, it is mainly from a classically trained style,” says Sikes. “The great news is that with this solid foundation you can then choose to sing any genre of music. With proper diaphragmatic vocal (breath) placement and simple ear training practice, a novice singer will become quite proficient.” Each Vocal Training, Life Coaching or Career Consulting session is 90 minutes of either vocal training/rhythm/song or gentle solution-focused coaching. Sikes also offers a 120-minute Life Coaching/ Career Consulting & Vocal Coaching combination opportunity. Clients can bring any music they have worked on in the past or are interested in learning. Sikes gently supports her clients to choose and reach their desired goals. For more information, please call 520-909-8989 or email SGSikes@comcast.net. See ad, page 27.

Skin Appeal Offers a Variety of Nonsurgical Laser Treatments

kin Appeal, an aesthetic medicine practice in Tucson, specializes in several nonsurgical laser treatments for skin rejuvenation and keeping the skin looking young. Some of their offerings include Sciton’s Forever Young BBL photofacial, NanoLaserPeel, MicroLaserPeel, Halo laser and contour laser resurfacing. The Forever Young BBL (broadband light) offers a full range of photo-rejuvenation treatments for reversing sun damage, brown spots, rosacea, acne and broken blood vessels. According to a Stanford study, BBL treatments two to four times a year reverse and prevent aging of the skin. The NanoLaserPeel lightly exfoliates a Christy Hall thin layer of damaged skin to improve texture and provide a more youthful appearance. The MicroLaserPeel is the latest in skin rejuvenation for more radiant, even toned skin anywhere on the body— improving skin tone, fine lines, wrinkles, scars, sun damage and pigmentation. Halo laser offers the latest state-of-the art technology in fractional Erbium laser resurfacing with fractionated treatments—i.e., the laser beam is broken up into many small micro-beams that strike the skin’s surface separately, leaving small areas of untreated skin intact between them. The skin cells from the untreated skin then start to grow collagen to fill in the ablated skin columns, resulting in refreshed, radiant skin. With Sciton’s advanced Erbium laser resurfacing technology, skin will look smoother, tighter and more radiant. This technology can dramatically rejuvenate skin with fewer risks and less down time than the older CO2 laser resurfacing technology.

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The Tree of Life Ageless Bodies, Joyous Souls

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he Tree of Life is a rejuvenation center in Patagonia, Arizona, which offers guests programs that inspire a holistic lifestyle. It is also a spiritual sanctuary that supports all in discovering the indescribable truth of who they are. Dr. Gabriel Cousens, the spiritual teacher who founded the center in 1995, comes from a medical background, having graduated from Columbia Medical School. Additionally, he has a spiritual background with three major components: He is a rabbi, a yogi acknowledged by his two enlightened spiritual teachers and a Native American Sun Dancer in the Lakota tradition. His retreat, The Tree of Life, offers a wrap-around experience of health, including gourmet organic vegan cuisine, hiking, yoga, gardening and meditation. He cautions that one should be wary of the pesticides and environmental toxins in food, and recommends that one eat only organic, living food. “Organic farming protects you from GMO manure and diseases like MRSA,” he warns. Utilizing this “veganic” diet of living food—an organic and vegan

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diet combined—the Tree of Life has a Diabetes Recovery program that sees dramatic results. Cousens’ study of 120 people strongly suggests that there is a cure for diabetes. Tree of Life has a clinical treatment program that has cured 61 percent of non-insulin dependent diabetics and 24 percent of insulin dependent diabetics in three weeks. In treating diabetics, Cousens notes that, “The key dietary principle I discovered is vegan, live food, with no grains and no fruits. The diet consists of vegetables, nuts and seeds. After the initial treatment period, when the client has become diabetes-free for three months, the patient can add lowglycemic fruits and a small amount of grains and beans.” While this diet seems like a daunting proposition, Cousens provides instruction to clients on how to prepare moderate to low glycemic live-food vegan meals at home, in order to sustain results. The 21-Day Transformation Program, led by Cousens and his wife, Shanti Gold Cousens, is a journey of healing in itself and is open to all those who are inspired to take part in this life-transforming experience.

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The first week consists of a sevenday juice fast, which allows the body to eliminate toxicity, acidity and other contaminants. During this fast, participants attend yoga, meditation and spiritual discussions to enhance the journey of self-discovery and to expand consciousness. “[The detox fast] accelerates psycho-spiritual healing, and we also see dramatic drops in inflammation levels,” says Cousens. The fast is followed by two weeks of live food meals. The second week is the Zero Point workshop, a psycho-spiritual experience to release thoughts, belief systems and behavioral patterns that prevent us from being fully at peace and connected with love and joy, and helps heal their resistance and fear of healing. The Conscious Eating program, which takes place in the third week, is an acclaimed course which offers an exploration of the intricacies of a plant-based lifestyle. The course is designed to train participants in meal preparation, utilizing lectures from Cousens and food preparation demonstrations from the Tree of Life chefs. The ultimate goal is optimal health, longevity and a new relationship with food for the participant. The instruction teaches how to make delicious meals out of high quality ingredients. Juxtaposed with the treatment programs are wellness vacation experiences. Wellness vacations are

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holistic retreats that allow vacationers to begin or continue a journey of transformation. Attendees experience a vacation setting that supplies optimal organic, veganic, spiritual and educational experiences, leaving time for spa treatments, yoga and meditation—supporting the mind, body and spirit. “A stay at The Tree of Life contemplates a wraparound experience of a holistic lifestyle. It’s a total living experience, including being in nature, meditation, yoga, breathing, supplements, massage, spirituality and vegetable juices,” says Cousens. “The plant-based meals are designed to leave visitors feeling recharged and energized. Guests will eat 100 percent organic, vegan food, which we guarantee. We have one of only five organic, veganic farms in the country.” Cousens explains that an improper diet of junk food and lack of exercise can lead to becoming brittle and weak in older age. “With a healthy lifestyle which includes exercise, a veganic diet and meditation, you can get stronger and more flexible with age. A good sleep—about eight hours a night—is also very important to maintain health,” he notes. It is never too late to start a wellness program, explains Cousens. “According to research studies, we can make the transition back to a younger, stronger and happier self at any age, as this live-food, veganic lifestyle upgrades the epigenetic program to sustainable health at any age.” “Put your soul at the center of your life and reverberate joy to all around you,” enthuses Cousens. “A lot of people are alienated from their souls and feel depressed, anxious and uncomfortable because of this. The path to upgrading your life is about connecting to your soul. Then go from there, according to who you are.” The Tree of Life Center is located at 686 Harshaw Road, in Patagonia. For more information, call 866-394-2520 or visit TreeOfLifeCenterUS.com. See ad, page 28. Suzie Agrillo is a freelance writer in Tucson and a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings Magazine. She focuses her writing on the arts, inspirational people and the human connection.

any of us fear growing older, men and women alike. Women have understood that their appearance, particularly in the workplace, is something that is expected to be upheld as constant and flowering. Yet, we can all lose our bloom eventually, due to the challenges of our everyday lives. Our experiences are etched on our faces and in our postures. Hopefully, our compassion for one another’s plights reaches out in response. Beauty is not just skin deep; it comes from the depths of our success and failure. Our society has repeatedly confronted and changed many negative stereotypes of women and men; and aging is our final frontier. The fastest growing segment of our population is over 65. The lack of respect for and the understanding of America’s older population requires major reexamination. We need to create a new image of older women, in particular—in keeping with ancient times, when they were revered for their special abilities and wisdom. The pendulum is swinging from one of materialistic forces of power and success to a collective yearning for connection. The ancient female values of compassion and relatedness could help usher in a new time—one with a new respect for the value of relationship. Our entire population over the last 30 years has been slowly coming to terms with a healthier approach to diet and exercise. We would all like to live our later years with an ambulatory body and sound mind. In addition, the supplement companies are promising us with their “super food greens” and new technologies that “80” is the new “50”. So, many of us are living longer. Yet the attitude of valuing oneself at any age and accepting our own humanness and vulnerability is the most notable achievement of personal empowerment, as well as an alluring gift. Maintaining a sense of wonder and excitement about our aliveness and the world around us is truly what “agelessness” is about. Cera Lynn is a licensed acupuncturist and therapeutic bodywork professional and licensed aesthetician. She is the owner of SpaZen, now located at 1910 North La Canada Drive, #4, in Green Valley. Connect with her at 520-398-9886, Cera@CeraLynnLAc.com or SpaZen.net. See ad, page 31. September 2015

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The latest to hit the antioxidant scene is the “miracle” antioxidant, coffee berry. Coffee berry is a very powerful anti-aging boost for the face. It significantly improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, but without any allergic reaction or skin irritations. Along with having a healthy skin care regimen, it is equally important to have a healthy diet. Antioxidants are found in many food items. Strawberries, oranges, cauliflower, kale, nuts, spinach and seeds are just a few examples of antioxidant-rich foods we should be eating.

he Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture System is a safe and exciting nontoxic alternative to plastic surgery, Botox injections and other invasive procedures. It is relatively painless and requires no recovery time. The superficial needling technique brings increased energy (qi) and blood flow to the face and can improve or increase the production of collagen and elastin. Over time, fine lines begin to disappear and deep lines get smoother. Other reported benefits of Mei Zen acupuncture are softer skin, more even skin tones, improved muscle tone and firmer jaw lines. It is also known to reduce and sometimes eliminate rosacea and acne. Since this system is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, the patient receives an individualized body treatment along with the Mei Zen protocol to enhance the balancing of qi and address systemic health issues. This holistic approach results in an overall rejuvenating effect of body, mind and spirit. Patients often report reduced depression, less anxiety, better digestion and sleep, and fewer night sweats and hot flashes. The program focuses on establishing a lifelong path for healthy living, so diet, lifestyle and skincare are also evaluated. The Mei Zen protocol is a series of 10 sessions that occur twice a week for five weeks, followed by monthly or bimonthly maintenance sessions. The Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture System was developed by Dr. Martha Lucas, Ph.D., LAc. It has been featured and promoted by Dr. Andrew Weil, in O magazine, Good Morning America and others.

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ntioxidants are nutrients that will neutralize damage caused by free radicals—both external and internal pollutants that will break down the skin cells and destroy the body’s collagen supply. Antioxidants can be found in serums, exfoliators, eye creams, moisturizers and sunscreens. When choosing products to use, it is important to understand the benefits from the specific ingredient.

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Eat nutrient-dense, whole foods. Fill half the lunch and dinner plate with a rainbow of vegetables. Optimize digestion. When sitting down to a meal, take a deep breath and chew the food. Chewing thoroughly is important for proper digestion. Balance blood sugar. Allow one treat per day and enjoy it thoroughly. In general, avoid obvious added sugars that stress the whole body. Do not fear fat. Add minimally processed, unrefined, healthy fats to the diet daily for cell and brain health and happiness. Like what? Coconut oil, butter, ghee, olive and sesame oils, to name a few. Increase minerals. Eat sea salt; avoid table salt. Sea salt contains naturally occurring trace minerals the body is hungry for. Table salt is refined and only contains sodium. Minerals help the body’s nerve signaling and conduction. Hydrate daily. Drink half of one’s body weight in ounces, not to exceed 100 ounces per day. Example: A 150-pound person should drink 75 ounces of water per day. That is approximately nine 8-ounce glasses of water or three 24-ounce water bottles. Drink clean, plain water. Coffee, tea and juice don’t count.

very so often, a joke makes its rounds through inboxes and social media. Often depicting a cartoon of an aging individual struggling to stretch, the quote reads, “I’m not just getting old, I’m getting crispy.” Osteoarthritis, the natural aging process of joints, is universal. It is also completely manageable with non-invasive, natural treatments, including massage therapy. Massage gently treats adhesions in soft tissue, where movement starts, and addresses referral pain, including pain in joints. This combination not only relieves pain associated with arthritis, but enhances movement and makes it easier for people to remain active—a key aspect to staying well and aging healthfully. Massage also improves range of motion, improves sleep and temporarily increases circulation.

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ith all the recent studies regarding the negative effects that stress has on our health, it makes sense to create a peaceful retreat for ourselves within our homes. Decluttering the home is an affordable and easy first step to creating that relaxing space that can change life for the better. Clutter can cause anxiety, and if not kept up with, it can take over and leave us feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated and more stressed out. A simple, two-part system can be utilized to help stay focused and on track. The first part is to categorize all the clutter into three piles: what can be donated, what can be thrown out (or recycled), and what will be kept. This second step, re-organization, is a preventative measure to ensure that clutter doesn’t creep back in. It is equally as important as the first step. A professional organizer can be hired to visit the home and create systems that are tailored to one’s needs, or it can be done alone. If going the DIY route, there are plenty of websites and blogs that give valuable organizational suggestions for every room in the house. One small tip to cut down on clutter is to par down accessories on exposed shelves. Many people display all their treasured items at once. Instead, rotate items every three, six or 12 months, keeping items temporarily not being used in labeled storage bins. Following these tips should help to keep clutter down and keep stress away.

Four Tips to Flip the Joy Switch by Linda Joy

recent Harris Interactive poll indicates that only one in three Americans are happy. Success, education and increases in annual household income create only marginally more happiness. So what will it take to go the distance? Inspiration for a Woman’s Soul: Choosing Happiness endeavors to discover just that. Its collection of intimate stories from more than two dozen women reveals telling insights— most profoundly, that happiness is a choice that anyone can make, regardless of their history or circumstances. Four tips from contributors to the book show how we all can rise up out of our troubles to the other side, shining.

Let Go of ‘Supposed To’

Family, friends and society exert pressure on us to achieve certain goals or impose their definition of success. When our soul doesn’t fit the mold, exciting things can happen. Happiness strategist Kristi Ling seemed to have it all: a high-powered job in Hollywood, significant income and the envy of all her friends—but her success felt empty. She writes from her

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home in Los Angeles, “Each morning I’d get up thinking about who I needed to please, and then prepare myself to exist for another day. I looked and felt exhausted just about all the time. The worst part was that I thought I was doing everything right!” After a middle-of-the-night epiphany, Ling left her job and set out to discover what her heart wanted. She began following a completely different life path as a coach and healer, in which success means manifesting joy.

Be Grateful Now

While we’re striving to change our life or wishing things could have been different, we often forget to pay attention to what we have right now. Boni Lonnsburry, a conscious creation expert and founder/CEO of Inner Art, Inc., in Boulder, Colorado, writes about the morning she decided to choose happiness, despite the enormous challenges she was facing, including divorce, foreclosure, bankruptcy and possible homelessness. “I thought to myself, ‘Yes, my life could be better, but it also could be a hell of a lot worse. I’m healthy and smart—why, I even have some wisdom. Why am I focusing on how terrible everything is?’” Using the power of her choice to be happy right now, Lonnsburry not only found joy amidst the adversity, but created love and success beyond her wildest dreams.

Let Love In

We all want to feel loved, but when we’re afraid of getting hurt, we put up barriers to protect ourselves, even against the love we want.

Certified Relationship Coach Stacey Martino, of Yardley, Pennsylvania, writes, “From the first day we met, I’d been waiting for [my boyfriend] Paul to end our relationship. I begged him for another chance—not for our relationship, but to be my authentic self—to figure out who I am and show up in our relationship as the real me.” Fourteen years later, Martino and her boyfriend, now husband, are still exploring the depths of their love for one another. For them, the choice to be vulnerable was the gateway to happiness.

Look Inward Instead of to Others

If we can’t own our pain, how can we create our joy? Choosing happiness means taking full responsibility for our state of mind, with no excuses. Lisa Marie Rosati, of Kings Park, New York, who today helps other women catalyze their own transformation, writes: “I didn’t want to accept what was going on inside [me], so I looked outside for a way to make things better. I depended on intimate relationships to complete me, and on friends and acquaintances for entertainment. My self-esteem floated on incoming compliments and I absolutely never wanted to spend a minute alone with my own thoughts, lest they erode whatever happiness I possessed at the moment. I was exhausted, frustrated and quite frankly, pissed off.” It took a flash of insight to set Rosati free of her patterns of blame— and then realizing she could create her own fulfillment was all it took to catapult her into a place of empowerment. Look out, world! As Los Angeles happiness expert and Positive Psychology Coach Lisa Cypers Kamen says, “Happiness is an inside job.” Joy, love and inspired living are ours for the taking—all we must do is choose. Linda Joy is the heart of Inspired Living Publishing and Aspire magazine. Inspiration for a Woman’s Soul: Choosing Happiness is her third in a series of bestselling anthologies. Next up is Inspiration for a Woman’s Soul: Cultivating Joy. Learn more at InspiredLivingPublishing.com.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 IONS Tucson Presents: Self-Transcendence, Repose and Fractal Consciousness – 6:308pm. With Victor Shamas, PhD. Moving beyond one’s sense of separateness and identifying with something greater. $5 suggested donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-1478. ChiRising@gmail.com. IONSTucson.org. Gentle Fitness for Women 60+ – 9-9:45am. Fridays in September. Low impact, therapeutic movement and exercise class based on Healthy-Steps program. Enjoy better balance, energy and brain-body fitness. Fun and easy to follow. Casa Adobes Congregational Church, UCC, 6801 N Oracle Rd. 520-529-0671. Piper@TucsonWellness.org. GoHealthySteps.com.

markyourcalendar SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 MYSTIC MESSENGERS PSYCHIC FAIR 9am-4pm. Free Admission. Set prices. Double Tree Hilton, 445 Alvernon Way (Broadway and 22nd St.) MysticMessengers.com

markyourcalendar SEPTEMBER 5 • 5-9PM HISPANIC HERITAGE Solo show with internationally acclaimed artist Gonzalo Espinosa Opening Reception Geronimo Art Gallery 800 E. University Blvd., #Ste 106 Maingate Square at University of Arizona Refreshments will be served. Show runs until October 2nd. Contact: Gonzalo Espinosa, 520-339-9831.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Conscious Gardening Workshop – Learn to grow organic fruits, vegetables and sprouts using veganic agriculture, nature farming and spiritual gardening principles to produce high-nutrient, high-vibrancy food year-round. $2,300. Tree of Life Center US, 686 Harshaw Rd, Patagonia. 520-223-8185. ProgramInfo@TreeOfLife.nu. Garden-Workshop.com.

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Qi Revolution Conference – 9/5-9/8. 4 day immersion in Qigong, yoga, and food-healing science. $149/all 4 days. Tucson Convention Center. 800-298-8970. QiRevolution.com. Meet Dr. Sylvaine Francine – 2-4pm. Stressed? Have you ever wondered how your life would be without the influencing patterns from your your past? Transition to a place where you function happily with authenticity, new discovered strengths and enhanced potential. Bookmans, 3733 W Ina Rd. Energy and Spirit Worker, Clairvoyant. SylvaineFrancine.com. Krishna Fest 2015 – 7-11:30pm. Celebrate Krishnas’s birthday with Indian Dance, Cirque Roots Fire Show, music with Savitur and Temple Ceremonies. Kid’s activities. Free Vegetarian feast. No charge. Govinda’s Natural Foods, 711 E Blacklidge Dr. 520-250-0299. Sandaminidd@cs.com. GovindasOfTucson.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Jaws Outdoor Screening – 7:30-10pm. Get ready for Jaws to terrorize you all over again on The Loft’s giant new 30 foot inflatable screen. No charge. The Loft Cinema, 3233 East Speedway Blvd. 520322-5638. Info@LoftCinema.org. LoftCinema.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 What’s The Skinny? Exfoliation Extravaganza Workshop – 6-7pm. Workshop explains exfoliation. Includes: complimentary peel ($40 value, to be booked for a later date) raffle and door prizes. $15. Gigi70 Natural Skin Care, 300 E University Blvd, Ste 144. 520-390-0081. GigiBean1970@hotmail.com. Gigi70.SkincareTherapy.net.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Learning From Your Soul – 6:30-8pm. Takes you deeply into your essential self, beyond what you thought of as limits. It reveals inactivated, authentic power within you. $5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Harmony Hall. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com. Spiritual Haiku – 6:30-8:30pm. With Whitney Vale, poet. Exploration of haiku from a spiritual perspective. Experiential class. By donation. Center for Spiritual Living Educ. Center, 4200 E River Rd. 520-319-1042. Admin@TucsonCSL.org. TucsonCSL.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Blessed Feathers – 7:30-9:30pm. Alternative Indie trio from Wisconsin with unique sound that is optimistic and gleaming with appreciation for life. $10/advance, $15/day of show. Sea Of Glass–Center For The Arts, 330 E 7th St. 520-398-2542. MyCenay@globalchange.media. TheSeaOfGlass.org/events. Tucson Astrologers’ Guild Friday Night LectureThe Void-of-Course Moon: Dead Zone, or Moment of Truth? – 7:30-10pm. With April Elliott Kent (BigSkyAstrology.com). Surprising and enduring events have began during Moon VOC. $10/members, $15/non-members. Ramada Tucson Foothills, 6944 E Tanque Verde Rd. 520-625-5762. GaelChilson@gmail.com. TucsonAstrologersGuild.net.

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markyourcalendar SEPTEMBER 12 • 7PM “SHOW ME THE FUNNY” THE RIALTO THEATRE Adult variety show (ages 15+). Emceed by Tucson’s favorite political cartoonist, Dave Fitzsimmons. Featuring special guest John Heffron; winner of Last Comic Standing’s second season. Tucson’s very own Folk-Rock Goddess, Amber Norgaard performs songs from her soon to be released CD, Possibility. Roxanna Green will sign her book, As Good as She Imagined: The Angel of Tucson Christina-Taylor Green. Proceeds support Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse and Tucson’s January 8th Memorial Foundation. Tickets are $23-$50 per person and can be purchased at Ticketfly.com/event/837739

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Bio-Touch Practitioner Training – 10am-4pm. 9/12 & 9/13. Learn Bio-Touch at an enjoyable, interactive, hands-on training. Gentle touch technique alleviates pain, stress and supports good health. $48/ both days. Massage therapists earn 10 CEUs ($60). Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.com. Three Currents Seminar – 10am-4pm. Preregistration for Three Currents seminar at DaleBruder.com. Paypal reserves your seat. $45. Galactic Center, 35 E Toole Ave. 520-331-1956. TaoTime@DaleBruder.com. DaleBruder.com. Tucson Orthopaedic Institute-Free Lecture: Laughing Yoga – 10:30-11am. With Marsha Perry, RN, BA ed, Chopra Master. Learn about the incredible health benefits laughing can bring. No charge. Northwest Community Park, 7601 N Mona Lisa Rd, 520-382-8166. Eescobedo@TucsonOrtho.com. TucsonOrtho.com. Reiki Master Teacher Training – 11am-5pm. Attend to learn, be attuned and practice teaching today. If you don’t plan to teach, come to raise your frequency. Learn results of Reiki testing at UAMC. Includes materials for all Levels. $150. Highlands Activities Building. 4949 W. Heritage Club Blvd, Catalina. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com. Reiki Level I – 12-5pm. Raise your energetic frequency and bring wellness into your life and to loved ones (pets included). You will be attuned on the physical, mental and emotional levels. $100. Highlands Activities Building. 4949 W. Heritage Club Blvd, Catalina. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com. Simple Staging for Home Sellers – 1-3pm.. Soon-to-be Home Sellers! Come learn easy-tofollow staging techniques to prepare your home for the market. Taught by professional stager/ realtor. $10 donation to local pet shelter. RSVP for address. 520-870-2108. KGeisRealtor@gmail.com. KathleenGeisRealtor.com. Learning from Your Soul Workshop – 1-5pm. Mental and spiritual practices awaken your inner Guide and your deeper resources, using Family Constellations to remove unconscious blocks,

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Jung’s methods for growing and healing, and the shamanic “Knowing Energy Field” that expands consciousness. Unity of Tucson, 3617 Camino Blanco. 520-906-1768. DrJDore@gmail.com. Tucson Astrologers’ Guild Workshop-I’ll Follow the Sun: An Astrological Happiness Project – 1-5pm. With April Elliott Kent (BigSkyAstrology. com). Develop greater well-being and productivity using the Sun’s daily motion, transits and progressions. $20/members, $25/non-members. Ramada Tucson Foothills, 6944 E Tanque Verde Rd. 520-625-5762. GaelChilson@gmail.com. TucsonAstrologersGuild.net. Nature’s Call: Establish Natural Rhythms For Your Well-Being – 1:30-3pm. With Norine Passero. Discuss healthy rhythms and cycles for your mind and body. Guided meditation/hypnosis session using nature to help creatively tap into a naturally better way of feeling and living. $25. Pilates Connection, 8767 E Broadway. 520-207-6121. 520-207-6122. Info@HummingBirdHypnosis.com. PilatesConnection.biz. Meditation Intro and Mini-Retreat – 2-6pm. Learn the key points for easy, relaxed and effective meditation. Followed by an optional mini-retreat to gain experience. $10, $15/including retreat. Kadampa Meditation Center, AZ, 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org/Learn-To-Meditate. Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path – 3-4:30pm. Through the Teachings of Bruno Groening. Experience a simple, natural spiritual healing technique and meet new friends. No charge. Banner UMC, 1501 N Campbell Ave, Cafeteria, Rm E. 520-904-4801. Weissmae@email.arizona.edu. Bruno-Groening.org/English. The Grease Sing-a-Long! – 7-9:30pm. Calling all T-Birds and Pink Ladies. You’ll rule the school as we once again celebrate everyone’s favorite rockn-roll movie musical. General Admission: $10, Loft members: $8. The Loft Cinema, 3233 East Speedway Blvd. 520-322-5638. Info@LoftCinema.org. LoftCinema.org. Gary Farmer & The Troublemakers – 7:30-9:30pm. Award-winning actor, director, and Native American Indian activist Gary Farmer, with his 5-piece blues, roots and jam band. $13/advance, $18/day of show. Sea Of Glass-Center For The Arts, 330 E 7th St. 520-398-2542. MyCenay@globalchange.media. TheSeaOfGlass.org/events.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Prosperity Plus II – 3-5pm. Meets weekly for 10-weeks. Prosperity is more than cash in the bank. Learn and practice ways to increase your overall abundance quotient. $50/materials fee. Center for Spiritual Living Educ. Cntr, 4200 E River Rd. 520-319-1042. Admin@TucsonCSL.org. TucsonCSL.org. Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society Plant Auctions and Ice Cream Social – 3-5pm. Features silent auctions, free plants with $2, $5, $10 plant sale tables and ice cream with all the toppings.

SEPTEMBER 13 • 1-4PM A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO HEALING GROUP HEALING EVENT Alex Hermosillo, international healer, author and teacher, will share holistic and natural approaches for self-nurturing and healing, including a simple, fast and effective technique that anyone can do to assist themselves and others. Meet Jared, a.k.a. “KID AGAINST CHEMO,” as he shares his story about being diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at sixteen years old. With his mother’s support, he embraced natural ways of healing, including his profound healing with Alex. One year later today, Jared is cancer free. Learn and practice these ‘basics for healing’ to unlock the door to further awaken and embrace one’s own ability for self-healing. $25 early-bird / $35 at the door Radisson Suites Tucson 6555 E Speedway Blvd • 480-345-9972 Support@MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com No charge. Sky Islands Charter School, 6000 E 14th St, 520-256-2447. Holcombew@yahoo.com. TucsonCactus.org.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Prosperity Plus II – 6:30-8:30pm. Meets weekly for 10-weeks. Prosperity is more than cash in the bank. Learn and practice ways to increase your overall abundance quotient. $50/materials fee. Center for Spiritual Living Educ. Cntr, 4200 E River Rd. 520-319-1042. Admin@TucsonCSL.org. TucsonCSL.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Kadampa Meditation Center - Monthly Open House – 7-8pm. Guided relaxation breathing meditation and short talk on meditation and Buddhism. Introduction to the Center’s programs, refreshments and tour. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center, 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 ASIS Open House – 6-7pm. Come meet prospective students and faculty, ask questions and get a feel for whether our massage therapy training program at ASIS is right for you. No charge. ASIS Massage Education, 639 N 6th Ave. 520-343-0338. Tucson@ASISMassage.com. ASISMassage.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Men’s Retreat: Learning from Your Soul on Oak Creek, Sedona – 9/18-9/20. Mental and spiritual practices to awaken your inner Guide and your deeper resources, using Family Constellations to remove unconscious blocks, Jung’s methods for growing and healing, and the shamanic “Knowing Energy Field” that expands consciousness. 520-906-1768. DrJDore@gmail.com.

TIES Guest Speaker: Lee Lawrence – 6:30pm. Special edition (3rd Friday) event features Lee’s unique ability, after his near-death experience, to verifiably detect significant event memories in a person’s soul field. $5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-395-2365. TucsonAZ@IANDS.org. TucsonIANDS.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 Energy and Self-Protection Workshop – 9/19, 9/26, 10/3. Are you a healer? Do you pick up people’s emotions and energy? Do you feel ungrounded? Learn to protect yourself and clear your space from unwanted energies. Series of 3 sessions of 2 hours each on Saturdays. Series cost: $60. With Dr. Sylvaine Francine, 206-501-7575. SylvaineFrancine.com. Two TIES Workshops: Lee Lawrence – 9am5:30pm. With Lee Lawrence. 9am-12:30pm: Journey through the realms of consciousness: an experiential workshop. 2-5:30pm: Understanding and healing of emotional trauma. Early bird: $45/1, $75/2. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-395-2365. TucsonAZ@IANDS.org. TucsonIANDS.org. Choosing Your Reality – 1-2pm. The powerful exercises in this workshop will help you to learn to continue this work, giving you the power to have what you want. $30/advance. $35/at event. Spirits Child Metaphysical Gift Shop, 3870 W River Rd, #120. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com. From Dream Board to Dream Home – 1-2pm. Home Buyers will learn professional tips/tricks about buying in the Tucson Market. Prioritize your wants/ needs, then make LOA Dream-Board. Supplies included. Taught by local realtor/stager. $10 donation to local pet shelter. RSVP for address. 520-870-2108. KGeisRealtor@gmail.com. KathleenGeisRealtor.com. Learn the Real Estate Process and Market Update – 2-3pm. Students will learn both the buying and selling process in the Tucson real estate market from a licensed, practicing realtor. Plus get a Tucson market update. $10 donation to local pet shelter. RSVP for address. 520-870-2108. KGeisRealtor@gmail.com. KathleenGeisRealtor.com. The Internet Cat Video Festival 2015 – 7-8:30pm. Catch an all-new and purr-fectly hilarious collection of fabulous feline videos fresh from the internet on the big screen at The Loft! Regular admission prices. The Loft Cinema, 3233 East Speedway Blvd. 520-322-5638. Info@LoftCinema.org. LoftCinema.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 South Arizona Authors Series – 11:30am12:30pm. Philosopher, teacher and Tucson author Ellwood Norquist shares scientific and spiritual explorations in his book: Who Are We? Science and Spirit Answering With One Voice. By donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Rm 3. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com. Aqua Yoga Sunday – 12-1pm. With Jessica Byron, RYT. Yoga poses in the comfort and support of 96 degree warm water open possibilities for better balance, breathing and relaxation. Pre-register. $15/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, 520 370-3499. Jebyron@yahoo.com. HealingPathYoga.net.

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Bruno Groening Documentary Film Screening – 12-5pm. Screening of The Phenomenon Bruno Groening - On the track of the ‘Miracle Healer’. The film shows the dramatic events of this German healer’s time objectively. No charge. Banner University Medical Center, 1501 N Campbell Ave, Cafeteria, Room E. 520-904-4801.WeissMae@email.arizona.edu. Bruno-Groening.org/english.

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SEPTEMBER 26 • 6-11:30PM DIASPORA SHOWCASE AFRICA

OCTOBER 2 • 6:30PM

Features the fashion, music, dance and food of Africa.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Buddhist Meditation Class – 6:30-8pm. Through practicing these teachings solve daily problems such as: anger, attachment, jealousy and ignorance. $10/per class, $40/5-class card (first class free). Life Aligned Wellness Center, 7290 E Broadway Blvd. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org/Eastside.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Open House – 4-6pm. Booking appointments with our grand opening specials, discounts on products, $5 eyebrow sculpting and roll the Gigi70 Dice for a chance to win. No charge. Gigi70 Natural Skin Care, 300 E University Blvd, Ste 144. 520-390-0081. GigiBean1970@hotmail. com. Gigi70.SkincareTherapy.net.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Effective Praying – 6:30-9:30pm. With Rev. Donald. Explore a way of praying that may be more effective than the methods you used as a youth. Experiential as well as informational. By donation. Center for Spiritual Living Educ. Center, 4200 E River Rd. 520-319-1042. Admin@TucsonCSL.org. TucsonCSL.org.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Ayurvedic Home Cleanse Remedies – 6-8pm. Bring Ayurvedic cleansing to life. Learn to make cleansing teas and taste herbal formulas. Leave with recipes for healing foods of kitchari and ghee. No charge. Food Conspiracy Co-op, 412 N 4th Ave. 360-325-1779. Juliet@FlyingElephantAyurveda. com. FlyingElephantAyurveda.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 The Loft Cinema presents 3rd Annual Cinema Under the Stars – 6-10pm. An evening of film, food and festivities in black & white. $200/ members, $250/non-Members. The Loft Cinema, 3233 East Speedway Blvd, 520-322-5638. Info@LoftCinema.org. LoftCinema.org. The Hut Presents Africa Night Dance Fusion – 9pm-2am. With Rockers Uptown and special guest appearance by Jamaican reggae star, Luckie D. Bring your dancing shoes. No charge. The Hut, 305 N 4th Ave. 520-623-3200. AZdii@juno.com. HutTucson.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Tai Chi Skill Builder Workshop – 9am12pm. Join community of Tai Chi enthusiasts. 3-hour monthly workshop. Begin your tai chi journey, evolve your personal practice, develop teaching ability. All levels welcome. Includes tai chi principles, qigong. $25. St Francis in the Foothills Church, 4625 E River Rd. 520-780-6751. Heather@HeatherChalon.com. HeatherChalon.com. Prosperity Workshop – 1:30-3pm. Led by Rev. Marsha Zimmerman. Learn metaphysical techniques for igniting prosperity in your life.

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Tickets at Zemam’s, Too. General admissions: $49 ($29/students, $39/seniors) $55 at the door. Sabbar Shriner 450 S Tucson Blvd. 520-882-4955 DiasporaShowcase@juno.com DiasporaShowcase.com Workshop Includes: group work, meditation, discussion, creating prosperity affirmations. $25. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-444-3392. DFN1@icloud.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. Angel Gong Wave – 6pm. With Marcia Breitenbach, MA. Acoustic healing while floating in an indoor saltwater pool. Cleanse and rejuvenate chakras with gong frequencies and colored light therapy. $15/session poolside. $20/session in pool. Santa Rita Springs, 2 3 0 1 N S a n t a R i t a Av e . 5 2 0 - 9 7 5 - 5 3 7 6 . MillMarcia@gmail.com. SpiritedChangeAZ.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Sideways Screening with Wine Tasting – 4-7pm. Enjoy a special screening of one of the funniest odes to finding the perfect Pinot ever made, Sideways, paired with a fabulous free wine tasting. Regular admission prices. The Loft Cinema, 3233 East Speedway Blvd. 520-3225638. Info@LoftCinema.org. LoftCinema.org.

plan ahead FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 Acupuncture Open House – 5-7pm. Annual open house meet and greet. 12 door prizes, kettle corn food truck, tour our office and enjoy free refreshments and wine while they last. No charge. Jade Star Acupuncture, 4500 E Speedway Blvd Ste 80. 520-881-0827. Info@JadeStarAcupuncture.com. JadeStarAcupuncture.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 Earth Harmony Festival – 10:30am-6pm. 10/310/4. EcoVillage tours, music, food, art, children’s village, pony rides and speakers. Learn about green building, water harvesting, composting, recycling, alternative clean energy, organic gardening and more. No charge. Avalon Organic Gardens & EcoVillage, 2074 Pendleton Dr, Tumacacori. 520-398-2542. MyCenay@globalchange.media. EarthHarmonyFestival.org. Public Medical Lecture on Spiritual Healing – 7-9pm. Numerous cases of physical, mental and

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IONS Tucson Presents

RALPH METZNER, Ph.D. “UNDERSTANDING AND NAVIGATING YOUR STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS” Dr. Metzner, a recognized pioneer in psychological, philosophical and cross-cultural studies of consciousness and its transformations, collaborated with Timothy Leary and Richard Alpert (Ram Dass) in classic studies of psychedelics at Harvard in the ‘60s. He will guide us in learning to navigate, with therapeutic and meditative help, out of the contractive, unhealthy states of fear and rage, addictions and compulsions, into healthier, life-affirming states. $5 suggested donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N. Camino Blanco (off River between Swan & Craycroft) 520-577-1478 ChiRising@gmail.com. IONSTucson.org emotional illnesses and cases of substance-abuse addictions will be explained. Learn a simple, natural healing technique. No charge. DuVal Auditorium, Banner University Medical Center, 1501 N Campbell Ave. 520-904-4801. Weissmae@email.arizona.edu. Bruno-Groening.org/English.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 Public Presentation: Dr Paul Lam – 12-1pm. With Dr. Paul Lam, MD, founder of Tai Chi for Health Institute. Health benefits of Tai Chi and importance of community collaboration. No charge. University of Arizona College of Public Health, Drachman Hall, College of Public Health, 1295 N Martin Ave. 520-780-6751. Heather@HeatherChalon.com. HeatherChalon.com. 6-Weeks to Overcoming Stress, Pain, Strong Emotions and Urges – 6-8 pm. Weds 10/7-11/18. The cause of stress related illnesses can be traced directly back to what Dr. Pirtle calls “attentional fixation.” Learn to work with your triggers, thoughts and sensations so you can change and heal. Jewish Community Center, Heritage Room, 3800 East River Rd. 520-981-9911. Classes@SkillfullyAware.com. SkillfullyAware.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 Tai Chi Workshop: Depth of Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention – 9am-5pm. 10/8-10/9. With Dr Paul Lam. Pre-requisites can be learned locally. Optional CEUs, instructor certification. $370. Includes training materials. Jr League, 2099 E River Rd. 520-780-6751. Heather@HeatherChalon.com. MoveIntoWellBeing.com. Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce Mixer - 5-7 pm. Natural Life Holistic Oasis invites you to come learn more about “The Oasis” and meet with members of the business community in Oro Valley. Food, beverage and desserts will be provided. Chamber members $5 and non-members $10 at the door. 7225 N Paseo Del Norte, 85704.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 Mastery of Energy Healing Class – 10am5pm. With Alex Hermosillo, international healer, author and spiritual teacher. Learn to release the energies and memories of non-nurturing thoughts, emotions and patterns, allowing greater clarity, peace of mind and relief from symptoms of illness. Radisson Suites, 6555 E Speedway Blvd. 480-345-9972. Support@MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com. MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 Zumba Master Class Benefiting Casa De los Niños Foundation – 11am. Zumba, $5 eyebrow sculpting, discounts on products, raffle and roll the Gigi70 Dice for a chance to win great prizes. $10. Luxe Hotel, 1365 W Grant Rd, 520-390-0081. GigiBean1970@hotmail.com. Gigi70.SkincareTherapy.net.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 What Is Karma? – 1-3pm. Karma is energy we now have the ability to transmute. Uncover and release those life lessons that no longer serve you. $30/advance, $35/event. Spirits Child Metaphysical Gift Shop, 3870 W River Rd #120. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathwaysEnergyandCommunication.com. Bio-Touch Book Launch Gala – 3-9pm. Bio-Touch: Healing with the Power in Our Fingertips by Debra Schildhouse is being released and you’re invited to our Book Launch Gala. No charge. Angelica’s Event Center, 5225 E Speedway. 520-323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 Save The Date - Eddie Watkins in Tucson – 6-8pm. Renowned Singer/Songwriter Eddie Watkins Jr (EddieWatkinsJr.com) in concert. Eddie sings empowering music which will lift you up. $15 tickets. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace, 1551 S Eastside Loop #121. 520 319-1042. Admin@TucsonCSL.org. TucsonCSL.org.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 Earth Harmony Sustainability Seminar – 8am-5pm. 10/22-10/25. Learn to build and maintain an ecovillage from the largest ecovillage in North America. Receive certificate of completion. $500. Avalon Organic Gardens & EcoVillage, 2074 Pendleton Dr. Tumacacori. 520-398-2542. MyCenay@GlobalChange.media. AvalonGardens.org/Learn/Seminars.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 Bio-Touch Practitioner Training – 10am-4pm. 10/24 & 10/25. Learn Bio-Touch at an enjoyable hands-on training. Gentle technique alleviates pain, stress and supports good health. $48/both days. Massage therapists earn 10 CEUs ($60). Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St, 520-323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.com. Reiki Level II – 12-5pm. Increase your capacity for healing and ability to work across space and time, accessing other lives. Work to heal your inner child. $100. Highlands Activities Building Catalina, 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd, Marana. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 Diabetes Recovery Program – As featured in the movie Simply Raw Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days,

this program revolutionizes the treatment of diabetes. $11,799. Tree of Life Center US, 686 Harshaw Rd, Patagonia. 520-223-8185. ProgramInfo@TreeOfLife.nu. TreeOfLifeCenterUS.com/Diabetes-Recovery-Program.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 21-Day Transformation Program – Experience a profound journey of healing on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels in this 21-day program. $7,579. Tree of Life Center US, 686 Harshaw Rd, Patagonia. 520-223-8185. ProgramInfo@TreeOfLife.nu. TreeOfLifeCenterUS.com/21-Day-Transformation.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 IONS Tucson Presents – 6:30-8pm. Attaining a Heart of Wisdom. A presentation by David Sadker and Devorah Coryell, showing us how to give meaning to our lives at every age. $5/suggested donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-1478. ChiRising@gmail.com. IONSTucson.org.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 What’s The Skinny? What the Anti-Oxidant? Workshop – 5:30-6:30pm. Discover what all the fuss is about in regards to Anti-Oxidants through the use of skin care! Complimentary peel ($40/valuebooked at a later date) raffle and door prizes. $15. Gigi70 Natural Skin Care, 300 E University Blvd, Ste 144. 520-390-0081. GigiBean1970@hotmail.com. Gigi70.SkincareTherapy.net.

markyourcalendar NOVEMBER 15 • 7PM THE SECOND ANNUAL TUCSON POSIPALOOZA! MUSIC CELEBRATION Karen Drucker, Sue Riley and Daniel Nahmod Nickerson Auditorium at The Gregory School Tickets for this amazing three-artist concert will be $20. UnityPeaceAZ.com/Upcoming-Musical-Events

ongoing events

Calendar events must be received by the 12th of the month prior to publication and adhere to our guidelines. Visit SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Neuro Movement Workshop – 9am-5pm. With NaturalTucson.com for guidelines and Anat Baniel. Learn simple movements to change to submit listings. your brain to move beyond pain and limitation and enhance well-being. $125/early bird. Scottish Rite Cathedral, AZ Ballroom, 160 S Scott Ave. 520-369-5460. BjungSchmitt@gmail.com. InformativeMovement.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30 Portals to Liberation – Explore the ancient spiritual modalities of fasting, meditation, yoga, and chanting in a modern, safe, and transformational setting! $3,999. Tree of Life Center US, 686 Harshaw Rd, Patagonia. 520-223-8185. ProgramInfo@TreeOfLife.nu. PortalsToLiberation.com.

markyourcalendar MAY 23-JUNE 12, 2016 NOURISH YOUR SOUL WHILE HELPING GREECE “Exploring Ancient Greek Mythology, Arts and Mysteries”, a personal journey in Greece and Turkey Immersed in the cultures, through dreamwork, creative expression and focus on healing waters and sanctuaries we explore the personal re-visionings the ancient images inspire. Two dynamic, experienced co-leaders: Study Tour Director Bella Vivante and Arts and Dreamwork Facilitator Gail Arrenholz. Exciting details at: WingedAriela.com and GailArrenholz.com. Sponsored by Ariela, LLC

daily Raw Food Retreat – Experience 100% organic raw food, rest and relaxation at holistic retreat center. Available dates vary. Please check site for more info. $199/night. Tree of Life Center US, 686 Harshaw Rd, Patagonia. 520-223-8185. ProgramInfo@TreeOfLife.nu. RawFoodRetreatAZ.com.

sunday I Ching Oracle Guide – First Sunday. Events applying I Ching to personal, spiritual and enterprise paths timed to lunar cycles. 6, 18 and 72 day journeys. DaleBruder.com. FoodInRoot St. Philip’s Plaza Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. One of the largest farmers markets in Southwestern Arizona and has a regional reputation for the number of local farmers it supports. No charge. St. Philips Plaza, 4380 N Campbell Ave. FoodInRoot.com. Silent Prayer and Meditation – 8:45-9:30am. Experience the exquisite peace of shared Silence. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace welcomes all who wish to explore and discover their Oneness with Spirit. No charge. 1551 S Eastside Loop #121. 520-546-3696. RevNita@UnityPeaceAZ.com. UnityPeaceaAZ.com. Religious Service – 9am. St Michael’s ECC, the other Catholic Church. Feminist? GLBTQ? Catholic? We are and more. No charge. Chapel - First Christian Church, 740 E Speedway, 520-575-8486. StMichaelsECC@q.com. StMichaelsECC.org.

September 2015

AI CHI – 10am. With Connie Seddon. Graceful movement, stretching and relaxing in a 96 degree indoor saltwater pool. Gentle, effective, fun practice for pain management, diabetes, MS, improving balance and stamina. $15/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-245-6616. Connie@AquaticRelaxation.com. AquaticRelaxation.com. Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebration Services – 10am, meditation; 10-11:30am, service. No charge. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd. 520-319-1042. Admin@TucsonCSL.org. TucsonCSL.org. Teen Support – 10-11am. Teens’ Safe Space. Unity of Tucson offers teens a program where understanding sponsors and other teens can support their journey. Ages 12 to 19. Donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl, Rm 2. 520-488-8284. UnityTucson.com. Advice for Life and Prayers for World Peace – 1011:15am. Learn how to put Buddha’s teachings into practice in everyday life. Includes prayers and meditation. Concurrent children’s class. $10. $40/5-class coupon. Kadampa Meditation Center, AZ, 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org/Kmc-Sundays. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace Sunday Celebration – 10:30-11:30am. Potluck last Sunday. Learn to live your spiritual potential and purpose. Pray, sing and celebrate oneness in community. All welcome. Sunday school for kids. 1551 S Eastside Loop #121. 520-546-3696. Info@UnityPeaceAZ.com. UnityPeaceAZ.com. Sunday Service – 11am. Coffee & conversation, 10:30am. Celebrating the Unity of God and Man, Worship, Healing, Prophesy. The Temple of Universality. Masonic Temple, 3590 N Country Club Rd, Country Club & Prince. Founder Rev. Betty Tatalajski: 520-884-5340. TempleOfUniversality@gmail.com. TheTempleOfUniversality.org. Yogananda Gathering – 11am-1pm. 3rd Sunday. Attune to Yogananda’s teachings through chanting, meditation affirmations, readings and Festival of Light ceremony. Snack and fellowship follows. Ananda Center, 1002 E Prince Rd. 520-299-9309. ElizabethLMason@yahoo.com. AnandaArizona.org. Community of Light Sunday Services – 11am-12:30pm. Metaphysical and spiritual gathering of lightworkers for healing, prophecy, enlightenment and growth. Donations welcome. Unscrewed Theater, 3244 E Speedway Blvd. 520-304-1768. DianaoHoh@yahoo.com. CommunityOfLightTucson.com. Tamara Spiritual Center’s Sunday Services – 11am and 5:30pm. Third Sunday of each month at 2:30pm only. Services include a healing meditation, inspirational talk and messages. No charge. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com. Book Study: Women Who Run With The Wolves – 11:30am-1pm. Three weeks beginning 9/6. In-depth book study and discussion focused on Chapter 4: The Mate: Union with Other. By donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Rm 1. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com.

Tucson

Community of Light Reiki Circle – 12:452:15pm. 4th Sunday. Meet after the service at Unscrewed Theater. All welcome. Donations welcome. Unscrewed Theater, 3244 E Speedway Blvd. 520-403-6156. YeahRightro@gmail.com. CommunityOfLightTucson.com. United Fellowship Chapel – 2pm service. Sunday Services feature a guided meditation, healing, inspirational speakers and psychic messages. Everyone receives a message. No charge. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-327-0142. DFN1@icloud.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. Heart Rhythm Meditation: Coming into Rhythm With Your Life – 4-5:30pm. Learn to use your breath and heartbeat to find your authentic physical, emotional and spiritual Self. By donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Annex Building, Rm 4. 520-344-9992. EnergeticHeartHealing@gmail.com. EnergeticHeartHealing.com. Sacred Space Gathering – 4:15-5:30pm. Nonfaith and interfaith gathering for live music, inspiration from the world’s spiritual traditions and community connection. Bands and teachers vary weekly. No charge. Community Room at Tucson City Council, Ward 6, 3202 E 1st St. 520-318-3557. Info@SacredSpaceTucson.org. SacredSpaceTucson.org. Chapel of Awareness Healings & Readings – 5pm. Meditation, healings, spirit messages. Private Readings available after the service at 6-7pm. Chapel of Awareness, 931 N Fifth Ave. 520-820-0727. RevJim@ChapelOfAwareness.org. ChapelOfAwarenessTucson.net. Tucson Heart Wisdom Meetup – 6:30-8pm. Explore connecting to the Wisdom of the Heart through discussion, sharing and guided meditation. Explore the difference between ego/mind and heart. $10 suggested donation. Wellness First, 3861 N First Ave. 520-490-4149. MarceysJourney@gmail.com. TheEssentialAlchemist.com. Desert Ashram - 7pm. Immerse yourself in a beautiful and peaceful meditation and retreat center. Spiritual teachings of Swami Amar Jyoti, chanting, meditation, library, book shop, walking paths. No charge. 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. TruthConsciousness.org. .

monday

Detox Retreat – The Detoxification Program consists of medically supervised green juice fasting combined with detoxification treatments that facilitate cleansing. Fee varies depending on length of stay. Tree of Life Center US, 686 Harshaw Rd, Patagonia. 520-223-8185. ProgramInfo@TreeOfLife.nu. TreeOfLifeCenterUS.com. Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation –11:30am12:30pm. With Carolyn Rashti, M.S. Guided gentle movements with deep breathing to relieve pain, improve circulation and breathing. First class free. Limited to six participants. $200/8 classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-742-4292. AquaticTherapyTucson@gmail.com. AquaticTherapyTucson.com.

natural awakenings

Waterbabies Free-Style Pooltime – 1pm. Work out and stretch in warm salt water. No instruction, just sharing the pool to walk, stretch, swim, or soak $10. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-577-7377. KathyNina7377@gmail.com. SantaritaSprings.com. Tai Chi for Health – 1-2pm. Program is medical evidence based, designed to be safe and effective. No experience or special clothing required. Adaptable to your level of mobility, even seated. Pre-register. No charge. Oro Valley Library, 1305 W Naranja Dr, 520-780-6751. Heather@HeatherChalon.com. HeatherChalon.com. Book Study: Awaken to Superconsciousness – 5:15-6:45pm. Second and fourth Monday. Learn how to use meditation for inner peace, intuitive guidance and greater awareness. No charge. Ananda Center Of Tucson, 1002 E Prince Rd. 520-906-4346. Pvold@comcast.net. AnandaArizona.org. Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement Class – 6pm. Gentle, mindful guided movement explorations develop kinesthetic awareness to relieve strain, increase pleasure and ease, improve performance. No charge. St. Francis United Methodist Church, 4625 E River Rd. 520-529-1913. DavTay@aol.com. All Level Yoga - 7-10pm. Spiritual Gangsta Yoga. Sandra Turner, Monterey Court Studio Galleries and Café, 505 W Miracle Mile.Free. 619-8619706. Meetup.com/TucsonYogi.

tuesday 8:30am Workout – Experience an awesome workout that perks you up. A combination of Yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi ending with meditation. Bring yoga mat and water bottle, plan on laughing and starting your day out with a smile. $5. WellnessFirst! 3861 N First Ave. 520-209-1755. Saberlmp@aol.com. 3861WellnessFirst.com. Elder Circle – 10-11am. Second Tueday. A safe, respectful place for harvesting your life; a project of the Center for Community Dialogue. No charge. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. Rm 3. 520.488-8284. Unitics@q.com. Unitytus.com. FoodInRoot-Carondelet St. Joseph’s Farmer’s Market – 10am-2pm. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month. No charge. Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital, NE Corner of Carondelet Drive & Wilmot Rd. 520-261-6982. Tim@FoodInRoot.com. FoodInRoot.com. Restorative Movement – 10-11:30am. With Norma Itule, Biosomatic Educator. In warm salt water we explore ways of safely maintaining youthful agility with somatics, breath work and gentle movements. $20/drop-in. $60/4 classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-977-6847. Nitule7@hotmail.com. SantaritaSprings.com. Free Meditation Session – 11am-12pm. Weekly meditation session, with instruction. Open to all who want to meditate. No charge. Awam Tibetan Buddhist Institute, 3400 E Speedway Rancho Center, Ste 204. 573-280-0797. Info@AwamInstitute.org. AwamInstitute.org. Qigong – 1-2pm. Qigong/Tao meditation. Everyone welcome. Giving from the heart. Followed by a Tai Chi class. By donation. St Francis in the Foothills, 4625 E River Rd. 520-780-6751. Heather@HeatherChalon.com. HeatherChalon.com.

Tai Chi for Health – 2-3pm. Tai Chi for Health Institute’s (Dr Paul Lam) program is endorsed by the Arthritis Foundation, CDC, National Council on Aging. Studies have proven it is effective for pain relief, balance and fall prevention, overall well-being. By donation. St Francis in the Foothills, 4625 E River Rd. 520-780-6751. Heather@HeatherChalon.com. HeatherChalon.com. Self-Realization Psychic Development Classes – 3pm & 5:30pm. Explore Metaphysical concepts and principles in order to know yourself and awaken your own authority in life through meditation and discussion. Donation. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-327-0142. Dfn1@icloud.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. Heart Series Program – 4-7pm. 9/8-11/24. A comprehensive, medically-directed, 36-hour interactive program developed by Charles Katzenberg, M.D. and Edna Silva RN. Banner University Medical Center, 1501 N Campbell Ave. 520-797-2281. Tucson Tuesday Laughter Yoga – 6-7pm. Gently through breathing and yogic exercises, we touch your heart with playful laughter designed to promote peace and healing. No charge. St Francis in the Foothills Church, 4225 E River Rd, Rm 30. 520-490-5500. Lotigest@hotmail.com. Sunroom Spiritual Growth Group: Happiness and Heaven – 7-8:30pm. 3-weeks beginning 9/1. Discussion: God, what have you called us to? Exploration of what God wants from us. No charge. Sunrise Chapel, 8421 E Wrightstown Rd, 520-390-4112. Nathan@SunriseChapel.org. SunriseChapel.org. Ascended Masters’ Introductory Classes – 6:30pm. Learn practical keys to open your heart and connect with your Individualized I AM Presence. Center for Integrative Psychotherapy, 6105 E Grant Rd. 520-795-4147. Info@TheTemple.ws. TempleOfThePresence.org.

wednesday Qigong – 9-10am. This ancient Chinese mindbody-spirit healing practice lowers stress, boosts immune system, calms the mind, creates balance and harmony within, and more. Lotus Massage & Wellness Center, 2850 E Grant Rd. 520-760-0054. Bjel17@yahoo.com. LotusTucson.com. Prayer and Meditation – 9:45-10:15am. Experience the healing peace of shared Silence. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace welcomes all who wish to explore and discover their Oneness with Spirit. No charge. 1551 S Eastside Loop, Ste 121. 520-546-3696. Info@UnityPeaceAZ.com. Silent Unity Prayer Service – 10-10:30am. Led by a minister, this is a guided meditation and prayer. The center of the week is a good time to get centered. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Prayer Room. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com. Book Study: Home with God – 10:30-11:30am. Neale Donald Walsh’s last book of the Conversation with God series is Home with God. It deals with what to expect after this life is over. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Prayer Room. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com.

Yoga/Meditation – 11am-12:30pm. Yoga and meditation as taught by Paramhansa Yogananda includes energization and chanting. All levels of yoga and meditation welcome. By donation. Ananda Center Of Tucson, 1002 E Prince Rd. 520-299-9309. ElizabethLMason@yahoo.com. AnandaArizona.org. Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation – 11:30am-12:30pm. With Carolyn Rashti, M.S. Guided gentle movements with deep breathing to relieve pain, improve circulation and breathing. First class free. Limited to six participants. $200/8 classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-742-4292. AquaticTherapyTucson@gmail.com. AquaticTherapyTucson.com. Tai Chi for Health: Community Event – 5:3006:45pm. Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi program. Qigong warm ups, Tai Chi for health, balance. Suitable for all levels. Outdoors in courtyard. No charge. La Encantada, 2905 E Skyline. 520-780-6751. Heather@HeatherChalon.com. HeatherChalon.com. Tibetan Bowl Meditation – 6pm. Led by Michael Beale. Transformative meditation to connect consciousness with the higher self. No charge. Unity in the Valley, 17630 S Camino De Las Quintas. 520-625-5687. UnityGV@yahoo.com. UnityGreenValley.org. Informal Meditation Gathering – 6-7pm. Wednesdays in September. With Dr. Sylvaine Francine. All are welcome. By donation. Fort Lowell and First Ave. 206-501-7575. Ascended Masters’ Introductory Classes – 6:30pm. Learn to open your heart and connect with your individualized I AM Presence; the source of all the abundance you will ever need. No charge. Center for Integrative Psychotherapy, 6105 E Grant Rd. 520-795-4147. Info@TheTemple.ws. TempleOfThePresence.org.

thursday Qi Gong Class – 10-11am. Ancient healing, exercise program. Individual guidance as well as group instruction is presented by two experienced instructors. $10. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Harmony Hall. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com. Tibetan Bowl Meditation – 12pm. Led by Michael Beale. Transformative meditation to connect consciousness with the higher self. Unity in the Valley, 17630 S Camino De Las Quintas. 520-625-5687. UnityGV@yahoo.com. UnityGreenValley.org. Elder Circle – 1:30-2:30pm. Second and fourth Thursdays. A safe, respectful place for harvesting your life; a project of the Center for Community Dialogue. No charge. Armory Senior Citizen Center, 220 S 5th Ave. 520-405-1926. DelJonesAZ@cox.net. OurFamilyServices.org. Meet the Artists Night – 5:30-7:30pm. Chat with our artists over, wine, tapas, music and art. Discover your own creativity as you explore what the salon has to offer. Hana’s, 2960 N Swan #118. 520-290-0915. Hanaepi@aol.com. Hanaepi.com. Reiki Circle at Bookmans – 6-7:30pm. Second Thursday. Come learn about, receive or give Reiki. Studies show real results on the physical, emotional and energetic levels. $5 suggested donation; proceeds shared with Hope Animal Shelter. Bookmans, 1930 E Grant Rd. 520-638-5251. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com.

Free Tai Chi and Chi Kung – 6-7:30pm. Gentle, flowing movements that relax the body, quiet the mind, improve health and make you feel good. No charge. Church of Christ, 2848 N Mountain Ave. 520-795-8612. Dsrtdrgn@gmail.com. Metaphysical 12 Step Group – 6:30pm. Discover new ways of looking at the recovery process. Open to anyone currently or previously involved in any 12 step program. No charge. Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Office and Education Center, 4220 E River Rd. 520-319-1042. Erockhill@comcast.net. TIES Sharing & Discussion Group – 6:30-8:30pm. Third Thursday. TIES mission is to provide a safe neutral environment for presenting information on and sharing of near-death and other spiritually transformative experiences. Everyone is welcome. No Charge (love offering accepted). Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-395-2365. TucsonAZ@IANDS.org. TucsonIANDS.org. Outreach Classes from The Temple of The Presence – 7pm. No charge. 11902 E Irvington Rd. 520-751-2039, ext. 100. Info@TheTemple.ws. TempleOfThePresence.org. Ascended Masters’ Introductory Classes – 7pm. Learn about your own individual Divine Being, your I AM Presence. Find Divine solutions to every challenge! No charge. The Temple of The Presence, 11902 E Irvington Rd. 520-751-2039. SusanKnittel@msn.com. TempleOfThePresence.org. Desert Ashram – 7pm. Immerse yourself in a beautiful and peaceful meditation and retreat center. Spiritual teachings of Swami Amar Jyoti, chanting, meditation, library, book shop, walking paths. Free. 3403 W. Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. TruthConsciousness.org. Centering Prayer – 7-8pm. 20-25 minute meditation and related reading/discussion. Beginner and experienced both welcome. We offer two Thursday sessions every week: 12-1pm in the Bride’s Room and 7-8pm in the Library. No charge. St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 4440 N Campbell Ave. 520-820-6537. Javani@outlook.com. StPhilipsTucson.org/Pastoral-Care.

friday 8:30am Workout – Experience an awesome workout that perks you up. A combination of Yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi ending with meditation. Bring yoga mat and water bottle, plan on laughing and starting your day out with a smile. $5. WellnessFirst! 3861 N First Ave. 520-209-1755. Saberlmp@aol.com. 3861WellnessFirst.com. Catalina Farmers Market Artworks & More – 8am-12pm. Fresh produce, baked goods, salmon, range-fed beef, artisans, unique gifts, food court, more. 77 N Marketplace (Farmer’s), 16733 N Oracle Rd, Catalina. 970-903-0529. MichaelisPlaza@gmail.com. 77NorthMarketPlace.com. Gentle Fitness for Women 60+ – 9-9:45am. Fridays in September. Low impact, therapeutic movement and exercise class based on Healthy-Steps program. Enjoy better balance, energy & brain-body fitness. Fun and easy to follow.. $5/per class. Casa Adobes Congregational Church, UCC, 6801 N Oracle Rd, 520-529-0671. Piper@TucsonWellness.org. GoHealthySteps.com.

September 2015

Trail Dust Town Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. Formerly Jesse Owens Market. Bring the family and enjoy everything this premiere farmers’ market has to offer. No charge. Trail Dust Town, 6541 E Tanque Verde Rd. HeirloomFM.com. Friday Farmers’ Market at Broadway Village – 10am-2pm. Southern Arizona’s only indoor (A/C)/outdoor venue. Organic produce, meats, prepared foods, baked goods, coffee/teas, cheese, eggs, plants, artisans, body care, massage, music. Broadway/Country Club. 520-603-8116. FoodInRoot UAMC Farmers’ Market – 10am2pm. Every week at UAMC on the plaza south of the hospital. Great Food and Music. No charge. UA Medical Center, NW Corner of Speedway & Campbell. 520-261-6982. Tim@FoodInRoot.com. FoodInRoot.com. Waterbabies Free-Style Pooltime – 11:30am. Work out and stretch in warm salt water. No instruction, just sharing the pool to walk, stretch, swim, or soak $10. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520 577-7377. KathyNina7377@gmail.com. SantaritaSprings.com. Community of Light Healing and Message Circle – 12-1pm. Metaphysical and spiritual gathering for healing, prophecy, enlightenment and growth. Donations welcome. Unscrewed Theater, 3244 E Speedway Blvd. 520-403-6156. Yeahrightro@gmail.com. CommunityOfLightTucson.com. Healing Meditation & Message Circle – 121pm. Guided healing meditation. Everyone receives a message. Donation. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-327-0142. Dfn1@icloud.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. Healthy Happy Hour – 5:30-6:30pm. 3rd Friday. Happy hour along with a 20-30 minute presentation followed by a question/answer period. Join us for wine, lemonade, community. No charge. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. 520-209-1755. TransformMedpLLC@aol.com. 3861WellnessFirst.com.

saturday FoodInRoot St. Philip’s Plaza Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. One of the largest farmers markets in Southwestern Arizona and has a regional reputation for the number of local farmers it supports. No charge. St. Philips Plaza, 4380 N Campbell Ave. FoodInRoot.com. Oro Valley Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. 30 vendor stalls. Every 2nd Saturday fun events are planned to introduce more customers to this neighborhood gem. No charge. Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N Oracle Rd. Heirloomfm.com. Rincon Valley Farmers’ Market – 8am-1pm. Organic produce, fresh flowers, baked goods, ironworks, arts and crafts by local artisans. 12500 E Old Spanish Trail. 520-591-BARN. RVFM@RinconInstitute.org. RVFM.org. The Nature of Dreams – 9-10am. 1st and 3rd Saturdays. Discussions on validity of dreams, meanings of symbols, interpretations and beliefs from different cultures. Facilitator: Rev. Howard Milwich. By donation. United Fellowship Chapel, Inc, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-444-3392. DFN1@icloud.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com.

Tucson

Plaza Palomino Saturday Market – 9am-1pm. Fresh produce, breads, coffee, tea, plants, tamales, salsa and emu oil products. Live music. 2970 N Swan Rd. 520-523-1005. Simple Staging for Home Sellers – 1-3pm. Second Saturday. Soon-to-be Home Sellers! Come learn easy-to-follow staging techniques to prepare your home for the market. Taught by professional stager/ realtor. $10 Donation to local pet shelter. RSVP for Address. 520-870-2108. KGeisRealtor@gmail.com. KathleenGeisRealtor.com. From Dream Board to Dream Home – 1-2pm. Third Saturday. Home Buyers will learn professional

tips/tricks about buying in the Tucson Market. Prioritize your wants/needs, then make LOA DreamBoard. Supplies included. Taught by local realtor/ stager. $10 donation to local pet shelter. RSVP for address. 520-870-2108. KGeisRealtor@gmail.com. KathleenGeisRealtor.com. Learn the Real Estate Process and Market Update – 2-3pm. Second Saturday. Students will learn both the buying and selling process in the Tucson real estate market from a Licensed, practicing Realtor. Plus get a Tucson market update. $10 donation to local pet shelter. RSVP for address. 520-870-2108. KGeisRealtor@gmail.com. KathleenGeisRealtor.com.

classifieds ANIMAL COMMUNICATION AND ENERGY HEALING. Better understand your animal to enhance your relationship, address behavioral issues, learn what your pet needs to be healthy. Judy Ferrig, M.S., 520-245-4214, OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Phoenix Natural Awakenings magazine franchise available for sale. Start a career you can be passionate about. Home based business complete with comprehensive training and support system. Call 239-530-1377 or visit our website; NaturalAwakeningsMag.com/MyMagazine. GOT KNEE PAIN? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain? Get a pain-relieving brace -little or NO cost to you. Medicare Patients Call Health Hotline Now! 1- 800-371-0846. LEARN TO BE A LIFE COACH. One on one training to become certified, learn coaching, find clients, master promoting your practice and help improve lives. Day, Evening or Weekend Classes through Skype. Teacher is noted coach, published author and teacher. Cost $995. Call 213-3049555 or see BlakeCoachingAcademy.com. MEETING ROOM for presentations, groups, workshops, etc. Midtown, off-street parking. Modest rates. Lotus Massage & Wellness Center, 2850 E Grant, 520-326-7700, LotusTucson.com. MEETING ROOM AND PRACTITIONER ROOMS for rent at SpiritsChild Metaphysical Center, Orange Grove and Thornydale. SpiritsChild, 520-744-4402. N AT U R A L LY H E A LT H Y W E I G H T L O S S W I T H AW E S O M E R E S U LT S , and Diabetic Friendly. I’m winning my weight loss battle without hunger or fatigue. Website: WinWin.ValentusMovie.com. Call/text: Katie at 520-286-6177.

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SAFE STEP WALK-IN TUB. Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch StepIn. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 800-9583893 for $750 Off. SCHEDULE YOUR ISOLATION TA N K E X P E R I E N C E . Floatation is the experience of immersing oneself in a specially designed tank that contains 12 inches of water and 800 pounds of Epson salt, within a soundproof, lightproof environment that induces a sensation of weightlessness. Stress, tension and pain dissipate and the mind is free to explore a meditative state. Levity Float and Wellness Center. By appointment only, call 520-339-6674. LevityRising.com

SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-789-7615 to start your application today! STOP OVERPAYING for your prescriptions! Save up to 93%! Call our licensed Canadian and International pharmacy service to compare prices and get $15.00 off your first prescription and FREE Shipping. 1-800-660-9935. TRY THE VIBRACUSSOR. Medical Massage Treatment Tool for deep relief of joint and muscle tissue pain and restrictions. Randy L.M.T. 520-312-9563.

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ACUPUNCTURE

ART THERAPY

ACUPUNCTURE DEL SOUL

SALUS INSTITUTE, LLC

Nanie Carrillo, provides compassionate health care to all ages using acupuncture, Chinese herbal therapy, nutritional guidance, massage, Reiki and craniosacral therapy. She also provides Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation. Workers compensation and some insurance accepted. See ad, page 28.

Jodi Gonzales, ATR, NCC, empowers people to live to their fullest potential through a unique program method informed by positive psychology, recent neurological research and art making. Services include individual consultation, workshops, teambuilding, leadership development and strategic planning retreats.

Nanie Carillo, L.Ac. Dipl. O.M. 330 E 16th St, 85701 520-979-7078 NanieC@AcupunctureDelSoul.com AcupunctureDelSoul.com

INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CONSULTING GROUP

Jeff Larson, Director 3333 N Campbell Ave, Ste 1, 85719 520-678-1596 Jeff.Larson@IHCG-Tucson.com IHCG-Tucson.com The Integrative AN INTEGRATIVE PRACTICE C H I N E S E

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MEDICINE

MedicalLYNN, Massage CERA L.Ac., LMT

SPA n ZEN Herbal & Nutritional Counseling Aesthetician 1910 N Laloss Canada, #4 Weight & Addiction Green Valley, 85614 520-398-9886 Infra-Red Sauna & Detox Cera@CeraLynnLAc.com CeraLynnLAc.com Thirty years of experience in bodywork therapies and SKIN APPEAL acupuncture give Cera an edge when it comes to intention and 520-398-9886 choices. Offerings of Chinese cera@ceralynnlac.com herbal therapy, acupuncture, www.ceralynnlac.com massage, nutritional guidance, lymphatic specialties, infrared sauna, skincare, plus Acu-Facials bring unsur, LMT , Aesthetician Cera L.Ac. passedLynn radiance. See ad, page 31.

Jodi Gonzales ATR, NCC 5151 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 1600 520-447-2892 SalusInstitute@gmail.com TheSalusInstitute.com

ASTROLOGY TUCSON ASTROLOGERS’ GUILD 520-625-5762 TucsonAstrologersGuild.net

Serving Tucson’s astrological community since 1979. Meets the second Friday of every month, with Saturday workshops most months. Please see their calendar listing for the location of this month’s meeting. Sign up on the website to receive emails about events and location each month.

BEDS ARIZONA BEDS

Jeff Saunders 7881 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, 85704 520-742-2337 Jeff@AZBeds.net AZBeds.net Chemically sensitive or would prefer a healthy sleeping alternative? We feature Organicpedic by OMI. These mattresses are the purest on the market and utilize eco and cruelty-free wool, organic cotton and pure organic latex. Now showing at Table Talk, 7876 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley. See ad, page 4.

BODYWORK ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES

Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner Near Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563 Armorless.net TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com Randy has 28 years of bodywork experience, providing treatments that are stress busting or for specific issues. Sometimes sessions are enhanced and integrated with mind-body awareness experiments. The client uses sound, breath and movement to contact feelings and access deep tension and energy release. See ad, page 36.

BIO-TOUCH CENTER 5634 E Pima St, 85712 520-323-7951 Office@JustTouch.com JustTouch.com

Voted one of Tucson’s top alternative healing centers. Sessions offered on a donation basis. Classes held monthly. Massage therapists and nurses receive continuing education credits. See ad, page 37.

INTUITIVE HANDS MOBILE MASSAGE Don May, LMT Location: Your home or office OR at The Harmony Hut • 2467 N Treat (near Grant & Country Club) 520-730-0656 DonMay.MassageTherapy.com

Enjoy the deeply healing benefits of therapeutic massage in the comfort of your home or office (or at The Harmony Hut’s massage studio). Relieve chronic pain, release stress, or recover from injuries with Don’s nurturing Integrative Bodywork (blending traditional massage modalities with Craniosacral and Reiki). Don is known for his “groundedness” (a deeply calm presence), which allows clients to enter a state of deep relaxation with ease. See ad, page 36.

LOTUS MASSAGE & WELLNESS CENTER 2850 E Grant Rd, 85716 520-326-7700 LotusTucson.com

For massage that relieves long-held tension, alleviates pain and brings lasting therapeutic benefits—while feeling great—call Lotus Center. Enjoy deep tissue massage, specialty techniques or combination treatments at no extra cost. You’ll appreciate our soothing setting and exceptional therapists. See ad, page 37.

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NEW LEAF MASSAGE THERAPY Stephanie Dixon, LMT, CNMT 520-775-2367 SDixonLMT@NewLeafTucson.com NewLeafTucson.com

Massage Therapy specializing in relief and treatment of pain and injuries. Stephanie has experience and training with a wide variety of massage therapy techniques. Also certified in neuromuscular therapy. A session at the New Leaf Studio is helpful for conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, chronic back and neck pain and more. See ad, page 37.

SANTA RITA SPRINGS

Dorothy Richmond, LMT Aquatic Massage, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Craniosacral, Watsu 520-622-4201 Watsu_Woman_Az@yahoo.com SantaRitaSprings.com

Aquatic Massage, or Watsu, immerses the body in 96-degree water, using flowing, wavelike movement and the water’s resistance to stretch and free joints, muscles, connective tissue and nerves while your therapist keeps your nose above water. Wave patterns of energy release tension into the flow and regenerate tissue. Deep relaxation frees the mind. See ad, page 37.

CEREMONY

CHIROPRACTIC WINTERHAVEN HEALTH CENTER Dr. Nathan Conlee 3020 N Country Club Rd, 87516 520-322-6161 PerformanceNeurology.com

Dr. Conlee, chiropractor neurologist, diagnoses and treats such conditions as dystonia, ADHD, peripheral neuropathy, vertigo, migraine headaches, balance disorders, numbness, tingling, irritable bowel syndrome and other conditions related to neurologic function. Also available: acupuncture, physiotherapy, kinesiotape, nutrition and allergy testing. See ad, page 23.

CLASSES JOURNEY TO HEALING Linda Johns 520-825-4645 JourneyToHealing.com

Experience profound healing, self-awareness and growth, through three self-mastery programs, Awakening Your Authentic Self, Raising Your Vibration to 5-D Oneness and Opening to Your Soul.

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LYNN RAE LOWE

Life Cycle Celebrant 520-299-7900 LynnRaeLoweCelebrant@gmail.com LynnRaeLowe.com

Dr. Mark Pirtle Lynda Skinner 520-981-9911 Classes@SkillfullyAware.com SkillfullyAware.com

We cross different thresholds as we journey through our lives. From preparing for new life to honoring death, non-denominational, personalized ceremonies resonate with our story, values and intentions. Allow awardwinning artist, Lynn Rae Lowe to create customized ceremonies and rituals for you and your path in life. Call for a free consultation. See ad, page 9.

Life does not have to be so hard; if health and happiness are what you want, it’s vital to know how to work with triggers, thoughts, and sensations. Get the same programming Dr. Mark Pirtle brings to the Center for Integrative Medicine, Sierra Tucson and Miraval Resort.

Adopt the pace of nature—her secret is patience. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

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COACHING COUNSELING & GUIDANCE ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES

Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner Near Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563 TucsonEmotionalAndTraumaTherapy.com TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com Affordable alternative or addition 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. See ad, page 36.

COUNSELING CONCEPTS Jo Ruddy and Jody Hardy 3861 N First Ave 520-881-4237 CounselingConceptsLLC.org

Dr. Jo Ruddy, Metaphysical Life Coach and Clinical Master Hypnotherapist, along with Jodi Hardy, M.A., LPC and highly experienced psychotherapist, offer metaphysical approaches to healing and creating lasting change in your life. Located at WellnessFIRST! See ad, page 3.

HEALTHY COUPLES

Bill White, M.A., Love Coach 520-319-9132 TheHealthyCouple.com Quick and dramatic results are common. Bill is a master at navigating relationship challenges to restore love and play. Resolve anger, arguments, emotional distancing, broken trust, childhood influences. Free consultation. Satisfaction guaranteed.

STILLNESS, LLC

Dr. Sylvaine Francine 206-501-7575 SylvaineFrancine.com Stressed out? Have you ever wondered how your life would be without the influencing patterns from your past and past lives? Transition to a place where you function happily with authenticity, new discovered strengths and enhanced potential.

OPTIMISM OUTFITTERS

Chris Gwozdz 5215 N Sabino Canyon Rd 520-547-0951 Chris@OptimismOutfitters.com OptimismOutfitters.com Optimism Outfitters offers peer-inspired coaching to get you on a life path to recovery. Supported by a self-developed recovery plan, you will refine your footwork and stay on track to become optimistic and resilient in a changing world.

STEVE ROSS, M.A., LMFT (CA) Mindful Counseling & Consulting 520-825-2009 RelaxAndBreathe.net

Stress management specialist, meditation and mindfulness teacher, meeting facilitator and California-licensed marriage and family therapist. Founder and president of the Holistic Healing Foundation and co-author of How to Get Married After Forty: A Radical Approach to Finding and Keeping Your Mate: The Path of Authenticity (available at Amazon.com and BarnesAndNoble.com). His Deep Healing relaxation CD is available from RelaxAndBreathe.net.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY INTESTINAL HEALTH INSTITUTE 520-325-9686 Intestines@SheilaShea.com IntestinalHealthInstitute.com

Sheila Shea, M.A., has 38 years of experience and is board certified. Her institute offers colon hydrotherapy, GAPS counseling and groups and workshops. She specializes in colonoscopy preparation, diet and detoxification support and abdominal massage. Heal your gut, heal your body. See ad, page 23.

SKYLINE HEALTHWORKS Sandra Joy Van Hall 2230 E Speedway Blvd, 85719 520-299-5158

Detoxify and improve your health with colon hydrotherapy. Let me be your “waste management” expert. Call today for a free phone consultation and have all your questions and concerns answered. Making this a comfortable and “ease-ful” experience is my specialty.

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 3861 N First Ave, 85719 520-403-1686 VerySpecialAlternatives@gmail.com

FDA-approved system integrated with full, closed-gravity option. Dual-filtered, UV-purified water; disposable speculums. Probiotic reflorastation. Affordable rates and packages. RN with 29 years of experience—18 with colon hydrotherapy. Ear coning, phlebotomy and IV therapy, The One Command. Flexible hours include weekends. See ad, page 3.

ENERGY WORK ENERGY HEALING/EFT-ADV

Barbara Brennan, Graduate of School of Healing, EFT Practitioner, Psyche-K 520-909-3455 EnergyBalancingAZ.com Experience positive results in one appointment. Phyllis is highly intuitive and gets directly to the root of your health, relationship and career issues. Pain, depression/anxiety, financial problems and sexual trauma resolution. Call now and get your confidence back.

DENTISTRY

LIFEFORCE RENEWAL JEANNE ANNE KRIZMAN, DMD, MPH Patrice St. Clair, Reiki Master Practitioner, 1601 N Tucson Blvd, Ste #35 520-326-0082 Smile@KrizmanDental.com

A centrally located biologic, and integrative dental office with Tucson’s only International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology accredited dentist. Specializing in general & cosmetic dentistry, mercury-free fillings, safe amalgam removal, implants, extractions, cavitation treatment, and ozone therapy. Call for appointment today. See ad, page 10.

ICRT Aromatherapy, Numerologist, Feng Shui Consultant 949-412-5127 StClair516@hotmail.com LifeForceRenewal.net

Transformation on the cellular level with shamanic crystal Reiki to raise your vibration; chakra clearing with Tibetan bowls; aromatherapy aura cleansing; numerology charts; shamanic medicine card reading; readings to connect with your Spirit Guides.

MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL

OPEN PATHWAYS

Medicine Wheel Dental is Tucson’s premier holistic integrative dental practice. Utilizing a balanced mix of traditional dentistry with exclusive naturopathic, holistic and alternative modalities, Medicine Wheel Dental provides the highest level of personalized dental care. “With awareness, we can make a choice.” See ad on back cover.

Energetic healing for people and animals is key to well-being and health. I use a variety of modalities such as Reiki, chakra and aura clearing, visualization and balancing with stones, crystals, sound, color and essences to work on the most effective vibrational level. Medical studies support the work I do as instrumental in healing. CEs available for all Reiki levels.

Dr. Steven A. Swidler, DDS Dr. Kenneth C. Glass, DDS 4650 W Jojoba Dr, 85745 520-743-7101 MedicineWheelDental.com

DIAPER SERVICE SUN SPROUT

Cloth Diaper Delivery Service 520-351-2370 Ileana@SunSprout.us SunSprout.us Sun Sprout Cloth Diaper Delivery Service brings clean cotton diapers to your door every week and cleans the dirty ones for you. Choose the ecological alternative to disposable diapers. To set up your service, call or visit website.

Judy Ferrig, M.S., IARP Energy, Healing and Communications 520-245-4214 OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com

FARMERS’ MARKETS FOOD IN ROOT FARMERS’ MARKETS 3 Weekly Markets 520-261-6982 Info@FoodInRoot.com FoodInRoot.com

Enjoy fresher and better tasting foods, promoting health and wellness, creating sustainability in the environment, boosting the local economy and having fun. Find organic produce and wholesome food from local farmers. UAMC: Fri, 10am-2pm; St. Phillip’s Farmers’ Markets: Sat and Sun, 8am-1pm; Carondelet St. Joseph’s: 4th Tues of each month, 10am-2pm; Carondelet St. Mary’s: 3rd Tues of each month, 4-7:30pm.

September 2015

FLOATATION SPA LEVITY FLOAT AND WELLNESS CENTER

HEALTHFOOD STORES DESERT WELLNESS NUTRITION

By appointment only 520-339-6674 LevityRising.com

125 W Calle De Las Tiendas, 103A, Green Valley, 85614 520-625-3665 DesertWN.com

Floatation is the experience of immersing oneself in a specially designed tank that contains 12 inches of water and 800 pounds of Epson salt, within a soundproof, lightproof environment that induces a sensation of weightlessness. Stress, tension and pain dissipate and the mind is free to explore a meditative state. See ad, page 12.

Desert Wellness is a local health food store dedicated to helping the community access high quality health/nutrition products. The store’s owner, Christina Roberts, is a nutritionist and certified holistic health coach, qualified to guide customers to healthier lifestyles.

HEALTH SCREENING

HAIR SALONS

PROACTIVE HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC

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Modern Organic Hairdressing 204 W Grant Rd 520-331-9006 ProjekkHair@yahoo.com Facebook: ProjekK In the courtyard of Placita de la Luna, enter ProjekK hair studio and notice the scents of pine, rosemary and sage. Stylist Kathie features U.K.-inspired cuts that need minimal styling. Hair color is ammonia-free and organic, providing beautiful, professional results.

Lynda Witt ACCT Certified Thermographer 520-235-7036 ProactiveHealthSolutions.org

Screening thermography has the opportunity to detect changes at any stage in the development of breast cancer, from the first year to when a tumor is dense enough to be seen with mammography. This early detection of change can lead to earlier diagnosis and better treatment options, as well as the opportunity for patients and their healthcare practitioners to intervene at an early stage with preventive treatment. See ad, page 3.

HEALTHY EATING

Youth is the gift of nature, but age is a work of art. ~Stanislaw Jerzy Lec

CLAIRE’S CAFE & ART GALLERY 16140 N Oracle Rd, Catalina, 85739 520-825-2525 ClairesCafe.net

Claire’s Cafe & Art Gallery serves home-cooked breakfasts and lunches daily, 7am-3pm. Vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs are easily accommodated. The gallery includes original artwork, jewelry, leather goods and greeting cards. See ad, page 23.

GOURMET GIRLS GLUTEN FREE BAKERY/BISTRO 5845 N Oracle Rd, 85704 520-408-9000 GourmetGirlsGlutenFree.com Tues-Sun 7am-3pm, Fri-Sat 5-8pm

Do you have celiac disease or suffer from gluten intolerance? Visit Tucson’s only completely gluten-free bakery/bistro where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or freshly baked treats in a relaxed and friendly environment, without worrying about cross contamination. Now serving dinner on Friday and Saturday. See ad, page 16.

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GOVINDA’S NATURAL FOODS BUFFET CHAITANYA CULTURAL CENTER 711 E Blacklidge Dr, 85719 520-792-0630 GovindasOfTucson.com

Enjoy resort-like atmosphere of waterfalls, peacocks, fountains and gardens while relishing international vegetarian cuisine emphasizing healthy organic produce. Dinner under $10. Join us for weekly Sunday Festival at 5:30pm with musical meditation, spiritual discourse and dinner at 7pm for $3.

LOVIN’ SPOONFULS

Vegetarian Restaurant 2990 N Campbell Ave, 85719 520-325-7766 LovinSpoonfuls.com Lovin’ Spoonfuls offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in a gracious atmosphere, perfect for dining with friends, family and business associates. Awards and accolades include Tucson Lifestyle magazine’s Best Vegetarian Restaurant, Tucson Weekly’s Best of Tucson and VegNews’ Best Vegetarian Restaurant.

NEW GRATITUDE NUTRITION Kariman Pierce, NTP, CGP Nutritional Therapy Practitioner 520-477-6204 NewGratitudeTucson@gmail.com NewGratitudeNutrition.com

Are you a self-professed sugar addict? Confused about what to eat? Offering a “Real Food Challenge” with the RESTART Sugar Detox program to help you demystify what to eat in an open and supportive environment. One-on-one functional assessments to unlock your bio-individual needs with a customized plan focused on nutrient-dense whole foods. Certified in nutritional therapy, GAPS and gluten sensitivity.

HOLISTIC HEALTH/ ALTERNATIVE HEALING COYOTE HEALING CENTER

David C. Rupley, Jr, MD(H) 700 N Country Club Rd, Ste 110, 85716 DCRupley@gmail.com CoyoteHealingCenter.com Coyote Healing Center is using a new instrument that generates pulsed electromagnetic fields. Tremendous results are reported, including relief from sciatic pain, improved energy, enhanced healing, increased range of motion and relief from depression. Sessions can be scheduled with or without consultation. See ad, page 15.

INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CONSULTING GROUP

Jeff Larson, Director 3333 N Campbell Ave, Ste 1, 85719 520-678-1596 Jeff.Larson@IHCG-Tucson.com IHCG-Tucson.com The Integrative Health Consulting Group is a collective of like-minded healers from different healing modalities—such as health coaching, acupuncture, Reiki, Tui-na (Asian bodywork), massage, counseling and strength training—under one roof, looking to serve individuals’ specific needs and goals.

JOURNEY TO WELLNESS

Pam McMahon-Vorrasi, Ph.D., CHt 520-730-0236 LifeHealer.org Pam McMahon-Vorrasi offers ear candling, infrared sauna detox, ionic detox footbath, reflexology, Reiki, hypnotherapy, herbal and nutritional counseling and creates wellness plans together with her clients. She is committed to helping clients achieve health, wellness and spiritual well-being. See ads, pages 11 and 36.

HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY

LIFE COACHING/ COUNSELORS

NORTHSTAR HYPERBARICS

ALAS HYPNOTHERAPY AND LIFE COACHING

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

Dr. Tomas Sepulveda 6510 E 22nd St, 85710 520-885-0575 ALASLifeCoaching.com

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) saturates the body Life Coaching will help you with oxygen, reducing improve your personal and/or Dr. Sepulveda uses powerful te inflammation and enhancing Offering interventio professionalHypnosis. life, including: recovery from central nervous conditions: addictions, anxiety, d overcoming fears, personal system injury including: fears and phobias, w development, improving traumatic brain injury, Call to schedule your app relationships, getting direction post-concussion syndrome, in life, defining goals and stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, birth Don’t developing action plans,limit reduc- your injury, autism, spinal cord injury, near drowning, Dr.ing Tomas Sepulveda stress, getting a grip on life, identifying anoxic brain injury and other conditions. See ad, challenge yo weaknesses, etc. See ad, page 23. Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching page 25.

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HOME SERVICES PURMAID LLC

1-844-PUR-MAID PurMaid.com PurMaid LLC entering their 10th year of providing professional green cleaning services to Arizona homes and businesses. See ad on page 19.

Tina utilizes hypnosis to unlock past life memories. Open the door to countless possibilities for healing, self-exploration and change. Deepen your understanding of your life purpose and soul lessons. Recognize repetitive dramas and release negative unconscious feelings and beliefs that currently manifest in your life. Tina is fully trained in clinical hypnosis. See ad, page 17.

Life does not have to be so hard. If health and happiness are what you want, it’s vital to know how to work with triggers, thoughts and sensations. Get the same programming Dr. Mark Pirtle brings to the Center for Integrative Medicine, Sierra Tucson and Miraval Resort.

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NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE DR. DEEANN SABER, NMD WellnessFIRST! 3861 N First Ave, 85719 520-209-1755 3861WellnessFirst.com

NATUREMEDICA NATUROPATHIC CLINIC & DETOX SPA

A Unique Gift Shop 3870 W River Rd, #120 520-744-4402 SpiritsChild.com Your resource for one-of-a-kind gifts including crystals, jewelry, candles, music, books and spiritual tools for practitioners and students alike. See the calendar section for personal and spiritual development classes, workshops and book signings. Truly a spiritual oasis awaiting your exploration.

MUSIC VOCAL VELOCITY STUDIO

Stephanie Sikes, Founder, MA, MC, BCC 520-909-8989 SGSikes@comcast.net With proper diaphragmatic vocal (breath) placement and simple ear training practice, a novice singer can become quite proficient. Lessons are 90 minutes of fun and amazing training, rhythm and song. With a solid foundation, you can choose to sing any genre of music.See ad, page 27.

LEGAL SERVICES DECONCINI MCDONALD YETWIN & LACY, P.C.

2525 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 200, 85716 520-322-5000 DMYL.com DMYL has been providing quality legal services for individuals and businesses for 40+ years. This local, full-service law firm offers assistance with estate, retirement, and succession planning; real estate; business law, including emerging businesses/start-ups, contracts, taxation, intellectual property, and litigation. For a list of practice areas, see DMYL. com. See ad, page 18.

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1760 E River Rd, Ste 116, 85718 520-225-0307 TucsonPastLifeRegression.com TinaKellyRN.com

Tina utilizes hypnosis to unlock past life memories. Open the door to countless possibilities Dr. Saber is a primary care for healing, self-exploration and naturopathic physician who change. Deepen your underspecializes in endocrinology standing of your life purpose and functional medicine. Using and soul lessons. Recognize science-based information as repetitive dramas and release well as your personal negative unconscious feelings and beliefs that symptoms, we will together currently manifest in your life. Tina is fully find the best way to optimal trained in clinical hypnosis. See ad, page 17. health. See ad, page 3.

METAPHYSICAL GIFTS & SUPPLIES SPIRITSCHILD

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