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I love to celebrate the new year, reminiscing about what happened over the past 12 months— the good things, the bad things—all kinds of things. And when the clock strikes 12, our champagne glasses clink, we kiss our beloveds and we celebrate that we are taking on new ventures with renewed energy and enlivened intentions. What those new ventures will be is a mystery, of course. If a fortune-teller had predicted all that occurred over the past year, I would have asked for a refund, because I never would have believed it. That’s a great reminder of the importance of living with our eyes open to all the wonderful opportunities that cross our paths every day. There is brilliance and grace in every moment, and we have the freedom to either embrace it or allow it to simply pass by. This year, I kept a memory jar for the first time. I had heard about it a couple of years ago, and it’s a fabulous idea. Beginning on January 1, I filled a jar with little thoughts and notes about events that were meaningful to me and that I wanted to be sure I wouldn’t forget. As of this writing, I haven’t yet opened it, but I’m excited to be reminded of all the great things that happened, like our hugely successful Women’s Expo. I’ve already got the 2015 model ready to go! Of course, not everything that happens in the course of our year is wonderful, and there is a great Zen tradition of the Burning Bowl, held on New Year’s Day. Participants write down all the memories of negative events or emotions that do not serve us, even those that have been long held from the past, and toss them into the fire with an intention, either spoken or silent, consigning them to the abyss. Check our Community Calendar to find organizations such as Unity that host Burning Bowl events every year. We can do the same thing at home or anywhere, too. Even if you don’t have a jar like mine, we can all make it a point to concentrate extra hard on the good times, happy events and fortunate circumstances that occur as the pages on the calendar turn. You might make an association with a word or an object—even a song or an aroma—that summons the pleasant memory. It might come in handy when things are not going so well to remember the times when they were. The best part is that with practice, the good feelings will begin to come to us unbidden, bringing a smile to our face for no apparent reason. People will notice and they will start smiling, too. Who knows, maybe your smiling will go viral. I wish all our readers a new year filled with wonderful health, beautiful happiness, fabulous experiences and daily miracles. Here’s to the good life in 2015!
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he Tucson Astrologers’ Guild (TAG) will host Philip Sedgwick, a wellknown astrologer and author, speaking about Mercury, Ceres and Pluto—The Unholy Trinity, on January 9. On January 10, Sedgwick will be speaking on Our New Solar System. It’s Bigger and Better Than Ever with New Planets: Eris, Makemake, Haumea, Sedna, 225088. Upcoming speakers include Armand Diaz on February 13 and 14, VerDarLuz on March 13 and 14, Dorothy Oja on April 10 and 11 and Rick Levine on May 8 and 9. Serving Tucson’s astrological community since 1979, the Tucson Astrologers’ Guild (TAG) meets on the second Friday of the month, usually at the Unitarian Universalist Church. Out-of-town speakers often hold Saturday workshops. TAG’s mission is to provide a forum for astrological awareness by sponsoring meetings, lectures, workshops and social gatherings that inspire convivial discussion and fellowship. See the Community Calendar for times and places. For more information, call Gael Chilson 520-625-5762, email GaelChilson@gmail.com or visit TucsonAstrologersGuild.net to receive their email newsletter.
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n July 2014, Cardiologist Dr. G. Mason Garcia and his wife, disease itself, but also Kayla, a registered respiratory therapist, opened Tucson’s first what actually affects direct pay cardiology practice, Sunrise Cardiology, PLC. In the patient socially, the more than 20 years that he has been practicing, Garcia had economically and even become frustrated with the increasing amount of paperwork and spiritually.” He firmly interference that comes between a physician and his patient believes that lifestyle from what he calls the “middleman in the exam room,” that interventions are the requires “frivolous information” on insurance forms and dictates most important facthe length of an office visit. If a physician fails to fill out the tors in managing or forms to the exact specifications, they may not be reimbursed preventing disease and Dr. Garcia, Mr. An, Kayla Garcia by the insurance company at the appropriate level. that a whole systems Garcia believes that the health care in the United States is approach to healthcare is very important, because, “If we just the best in the world, but there is no transparency about the address the disease, we lose track of the patient.” cost. The same test Restoring the patient/doctor relationship and giving patients that costs $300 another healthcare option is very important to Garcia, and his Garcia believes that in one hospital direct-pay system cuts out the middleman, removing the need will unacfor referrals and authorizations. This puts the patient in charge of a doctor needs more time countably their healthcare dollars. Sunrise Cardiology charges fees for serto assess their patients than cost $900 in vices, but for a fixed price Garcia includes a specific number of another hospitests and office visits per year, which often turns out to be much what is currently provided for tal. Red tape less than most people’s deductibles. Also, with the middleman by the current system. and regulations out of the picture, his costs are lower because much of the beyond what is paperwork is eliminated. necessary to certify doctors are “choking the system,” says Garcia describes his practice as patient-centered and indiGarcia. He asks, “If I’m more in tune with providing informa- vidualized. His vision for the practice is to “manage my patients tion for the insurance company and the government, how in a way that allows them flexibility and options for their care. much time does that leave for me to speak to the patient?” Getting back to the way healthcare is supposed to be.” Studies show that the more time Garcia attended the University of Arizona and medical school a doctor spends with a patient, at the Universidad Autonoma de Cu Juarez, where he honed his the better chronic disease is manclinical assessment skills. He was taught to master the stethoaged, and better management keeps scope and listen closely to the patient. Garcia trained as an patients out of the hospital. Garcia intern and resident in internal medicine at Christ Hospital and believes that a doctor needs more time Medical Center in Illinois, where he later became chief fellow to assess their patients than what is cardiology. He finished his requirements for interventional • Quality, effective personalized care in• Hassles and red tape currently provided for by the current cardiology at Texas A&M and is board certified in both internal required by health plans • Visits lasting between 30 - 45 minutes system. Extra time with a patient gives medicine and cardiovascular disease. • Referrals doctors a better understanding of their • EKGs and treadmill test done in office patient’s unique needs and can help Sunrise Cardiology is located at 2380 N. Ferguson Ave. For • Prior authorizations • Instant results Dr. G. Mason Garcia avoid the unnecessary testing that appointments and more information, call 520-207-0962 or visit • Lengthy waits for office • Direct pay – keeps insurance comes with a “shotgun” approach. Sunrise-Cardiology.com. visits or test results companies out of the exam room Garcia believes that another reason we have lost track of the patient/doctor relationship is because, “Many physicians Local contributor Paula Frighetti loves to learn, read and write G.compartmentalize Mason Garcia, MD, a Tucson-native board-certified in Internal animals, people and sustainable comand look only at diseasecardiologist, states, but when about the environment, Medicine anditCardiovascular Medicine, has forfamily moreis-thanmunities. 20 years provided you look into lifestyle, environmental issues and Connect at Willow5@mindspring.com. See ad page 9. patient-centered services to the Tucson sues are also involved. I see the whole systemcommunity. as not just theDr. Garcia is the quintes-
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utoimmune means the body has developed molecules or particles of attack against its own body parts. Why this happens scientists are still trying to figure out, but what one does about autoimmune issues that is where a naturopathic doctor can help. We all make life changes over time; for instance, by slowly taking gluten out of our diets if we have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. And we become avid label readers. This means most boxed or pre-packaged foods are out. Gluten itself is not all bad, but if we consider it is a pesticide-sprayed product (unless we eat strictly organic) that is a monoculture crop Dr. DeeAnn G. Saber grown on nutrient-depleted soil, then it is difficult for our bodies to recognize this as real food. Also, the gluten molecule is similar enough in size and shape to the thyroid antibodies that gluten feeds the attack that is messing up a person’s thyroid. So often, when we go off gluten (if we have Hashimoto’s) our autoantibodies go down significantly. After taking out all gluten, checking supplement and medications labels, as well as spices and condiments, usually we feel better, lose that bloated feeling and our gut may work better. Of course testing for food allergies or sensitivities is often justified, because then we know exactly what is causing the issues. Food allergies can be severe, such as swelling of eyes, throat and hands, or mild, such as brain fog, gut discomfort and anemia, or may even show up as infertility, mental fatigue, depression and hyperactivity. Remember that if we go gluten-free not to just switch to all glutenfree products, because even “safe” bread and cereal products still contain lots of carbohydrates. Just like sugar, it’s best to keep carbs at a minimum. Next we add in local, seasonal, fresh, organic produce instead of pesticidesprayed produce. (visit SunizonaFamilyFarms.com) Think about a ratio of 75 percent produce to 25 percent protein. Next, we make a concerted effort to drink clean, filtered water; approximately half our body weight in ounces daily. Then, we can choose to be happy with ourself and our life, or begin the work necessary to get happy. Do something that brings joy more regularly and has meaning. Also get enough sleep. Remember that sleep deprivation is a proven torture method. Sleep is vital because 90 percent of all our internal systems reset themselves at night. Get into a regular bedtime routine, start some soothing rituals to help fall into a restful deep sleep and try to get to bed and get up about the same time each day. After all that, we should consider looking at our systems through appropriate testing to see if we have any nutritional deficiencies that are getting in our way of feeling 100 percent great—or find out through a simple blood test if we have any other autoimmune concerns. Of course, each person is treated individually; there is no one size that fits all, so it’s best to get a full evaluation from a qualified practitioner if there are any concerns about autoimmune disorders. DeeAnn G. Saber, NMD, is part of WellnessFirst!, a collaborative, holistic community of practitioners in Tucson dedicated to personal integrity, professionalism and service. Contact her at 520-209-1755 or 3861WellnessFirst.com. See ad page 36.
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Canine Massage Enters the Mainstream
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uring the holiday season, we may eat more often from dishes of food that have been sitting out for some time. Mayonnaise in noodles, egg and potato salads and unwashed fruit can deliver sickening doses of numerous bacteria. Turkey and chicken can be a significant source of salmonella. Even lettuce and spinach in salads can harbor E. coli. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control estimates that 50 million Americans each year get sick from foodborne illnesses. As many as 3,000 people will die. With 50 million reported cases a year, how is the U.S. Food and Drug Administration going to protect us from home-cooked meals? There is something that we can do to protect ourselves. Laboratory testing and clinical studies have shown that a strongly enhanced, aqueous silver colloid will kill E. coli, salmonella, staph and other food-borne bacteria. Drinking one ounce, waiting 30 minutes and drinking another ounce can stop even the most severe occurrence of food poisoning without antibiotics. This technique has been shown to be so effective against Salmonella typhi that it was recently delivered for humanitarian aid to health clinics in Haiti. We can enjoy dining and protect our families from food poisoning this holiday season and throughout the new year. Just have enhanced aqueous silver colloid on hand to administer the antidote at the first sign of stomach pain or belly ache.
n the 1990s, massage became widely known as a therapeutic intervention and some health insurance plans even paid for it. Now, massage is widely available at resorts, health clubs, and spas and training institutes have sprung up around the country. People are as familiar with the benefits of massage as they are with concepts of regular exercise, good nutrition and plenty of sleep being an integral part of a healthy body and mind. Massage for domesticated animals like dogs (canine massage) occupies a place similar to that of human massage about 30 years ago. Despite its perception as something new, animal massage, like human massage, has its roots in ancient practices. Supporting documentation has been found from the early Egyptians, Romans and Chinese. Today’s domesticated dogs need massage more than ever to maintain optimal health, because many do not get the activities that serve to cleanse the body of toxins, stimulate blood flow, enhance relaxation and drain the lymph glands. Dr. Michael Fox, author of Healing Touch and numerous other books on animal care, points out that in the wild, social grooming (by licking) provides the touch stimulation needed to thrive, and hunting and free play keeps the animal’s body toned and fit. Many of our domesticated dogs, confined to small spaces and often alone, miss out on these activities. While petting does provide loving attention and touch, massage goes a step further. Many animals with emotional issues such as depression, grief, shyness or distrust, respond well to the relaxation and positive touch of massage. Help a dog maintain their health or recover from illness or injury by scheduling a session with a local canine massage therapist. Nancy McDonald, certified through the Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage, is owner and chief therapist at Animal Ally of Arizona. For more information, call 520-591-2950 or visit AnimalAllyAZ.com. See ad page 35.
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here is so much helpful information available these days, yet it can be confusing to understand what we need. Let’s get back to listening to our body’s voice as a means to wholeness. The simplest way to experience wholeness is by starting with ourselves. By listening to the body’s true needs, we relieve the tension in our mind and body. Perhaps the most obvious theme of 2014 has been our collective quest toward health, an improved diet, peace Sarah Hart of mind—the same juicy qualities we are drawn to each January, when ideas for how we should “Detox…or else,” roll out in print and pixel. It’s incredible how we receive an inundation of information in the form of airbrushed fitness models, tall glasses of green stuff and the next exotic supplement we must buy now—along with enough videos and blogs to confuse even the most centered juicing pilgrim, however well-meaning such media are meant to be. Somehow, the road to experiencing more beauty and ease appears to be muddled. With patience, let’s remind ourselves that we have been wired for renewal, knowing innately which lifestyle adjustments will guide us toward wholeness. By honoring the true needs of our body, we give our mind a much needed break from itself. We can heal and reunify our world just by allowing ourselves the sleep our body asks for, the nourishing foods it dreams of and the types of movement that brings relief and delight. We return passion and tenderness to our entire world the very moment we choose to foster a healthy level of discernment between what our impulses and mind “tell” us to do, and what our body truly “requests.” A deep pleasure can be found in knowing we are the captains of creating our most whole self possible! Sarah Hart is a plant-based and raw foods chef in Tucson. Through her company, Sana Raw, she offers classes, chef services and catering. For more information, call 520-820-8244 email Orders@PureHartLife.com or visit PureHartLife.com.
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nly a few weeks ago, we felt excited, motivated and determined to make this new year our year, and now the goal feels too big and too far to make it real. Ninetyfive percent of people that make a New Year’s resolution break it by the end of the first month. Here are some practical strategies that can be applied immediately to increase the chances of realizing our goals. Create the feeling of making progress. The secret to understanding that we are getting closer to our goals it to feel that we are making progress. Once we experience this feeling, we will gain momentum. Envision what we want, not what we don’t want. People usually focus on the wrong goal. Raise the bar. We consciously say to yourselves: “I will no longer settle for the life I have or the life I’ve lived.” In other words, “I should do…”, becomes, “I must do…” Change limiting beliefs. “I am too old,” or “I am not tall enough,” or “I am not strong enough,” limit our beliefs. Instead, use statements like, “I can …” or “I must …” affirm our beliefs. When did we decide what we could and could not do in life? Instill positive rituals. Eliminate rituals that take us on the path of failure and create rituals that encourage success. Demand more of ourself. Be more productive, more grateful and more loving than what we were last week, last month and last year. Remember it is not what we get that makes us happy, but what we become when we accomplish our goals. Hypnotherapy and life coaching can be powerful resources that provide strategies to be used effectively in creating lasting change. A good motto is, “Don’t limit your challenges—challenge your limits.” For more information, call Dr. Thomas Sepulveda, a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists and the American Association of Professional Hypnotherapists and owner of ALAS Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching, at 520-885-0575 or visit ALASLifeCoaching.com. See ad page 10. .
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When the Body Attacks Itself by Sylvia Haskvitz
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eported cases of autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Hashimoto’s, Graves’, Parkinson’s, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s and Lupus are soaring; one in 31 people in the U.S. now have autoimmune diseases and many functional doctors have uncovered connections between them. Autoimmune disease develops when our immune system, which is in place to protect our body from disease, becomes non-discriminating and sees healthy cells as foreign invaders and attacks them. When the cells being attacked are in the thyroid, we may be diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, and if they are attacking our nerves’ myelin sheath, we may have multiple sclerosis. Functional doctors are particularly addressing these issues, both to treat themselves and then help others that are suffering. Many conventional doctors suggest the pop a pill a day route for thyroid issues, for example. Functional doctors may instead ask, “Why is your body so angry?” and then look for and treat the root cause. According to Dr. Amy Myers, author of The Autoimmune Solution, and other experts, there are five factors in play: Diet. One of the culprits in autoimmune disease is gluten. Gluten of the past was less hybridized and more recognized by the body. Today’s gluten (glue) is processed in a way that wreaks havoc with a large portion of the population’s health. Leaky gut. Also called intestinal permeability, this condition is like a cheesecloth in the lining of the gut that only allow particles of a certain size and quality to get through. It gets “leaky” when there is a hole in the cheesecloth, and what gets through is not supporting our gut health. Stress. How we respond to outside forces matters because the body secretes powerful hormones that affect our entire system.
Toxins. Environmental like mold, cleaning products, off-gassing pesticides and GMOs all play a role. Genetics. We may have been born with the propensity for developing an autoimmune disease, and in order for that gene to be expressed, there needs to be a stressful event or something in the diet that triggers it. We can take back our health, according to many functional medicine doctors. Most agree on removing gluten from the diet and exploring which other foods may be problematic. Frequent offenders may be dairy, eggs, soy and corn. We can also find more easeful ways to deal with stress in our life, be on the lookout for environmental and food toxins and remove the offending item or items. The one factor we don’t have control over is our genetics, but that occupies only a small part of the picture. What we can do if we are struggling with an autoimmune disease is become the expert ourselves and experiment with taking gluten out of our diet and notice any changes. If we don’t notice any differences, dig deeper into what other foods may be a trigger. Manage stress with meditation, walks in nature and practice expressing ourselves. It may be helpful to work with a practitioner whose values about health and well-being match our own. Sylvia Haskvitz, MA, RD, is a CNVC certified trainer. Contact her at 520-572-9295 or SilGiraffe@aol.com.
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I found it — The Secret to Anti-Aging!
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Prayer and the New Thought Movement in the 21st Century by Dale Bruder
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prevailing notion of human life that you’ll fail if both feet are in spirit as a tumult of chaos, suffering or business.” Inclusiveness, the value of and absurdity confounds people including all social, cultural, economic seeking a spiritual way. Being cloistered and belief ways along with the nuts and in a monastery is not an option and bolts of enterprise is a hallmark of the attempts to live a balanced daily life Unity approach. uncorrupted by the white noise of conUnity Church of Tucson began as sumer culture is impossible for people a small group of people gathering at that have jobs, are parents and want to Lillian Cook’s home in 1954. Over the be good citizens. next 13 years, the young church grew The Unity Church offers a place under a series of newly licensed mindistant from the hubbub and is acisters until 1966, when Swartz and his tively responsible wife, Mary Ellen, in sustaining peace came to lead the and tranquility by young flock. Fortyexample; stradnine years later, in dling the dividing 2015, the church wall and combining thrives, like the the divine and the peacock feeding on mundane. Reverpoisonous plants end Larry Swartz and snakes. notes, “I’ve learned, Unity Church particularly with our origins goes back board of trustees, Rev. Mary Ellen & Rev. Larry Swartz more than 125
years to the late 19th century, when the New Thought movement was sweeping the United States. Larry describes the Unity way as “a positive, practical, progressive approach to Christianity, based on the teachings of Jesus and the power of prayer. Unity honors the universal truths in all religions and respects each individual’s right to choose a spiritual path.” New Thought is an eclectic mixture of pantheism, mysticism, spiritualism, inclusiveness, affirmations, Christianity and the idea that the mind can be used to influence matter. Many of those same beliefs have found their way into the New Age movement, psychology and medicine. 100 years ago, in 1915, the International New Thought Alliance was established to archive the writings, media recordings, publications and historical record, and established a congress to continually update the language of the philosophy. Unity had its formal beginnings and established a formal church in 1889, eventually establishing its headquarters outside of Lee’s Summit, Missouri in an incorporated village called Unity. “We are part of a larger movement,” Mary Ellen explains, “There are Unity clergy looking for new territory and others ready and willing to sustain continuity of established churches.” The congregation constructed a church building on Bellevue and Sahuara for an expanding flock in the late 60s. As the church grew, the congregation acquired land in the low foothills of the Catalina Mountains before the residential expansion that now fills the area took hold. Ensconced on 18 acres the campus of worship spaces, a school, bookstore, ramada, labyrinth and meeting rooms is similar in composition to other denominations, yet distinct in belief and message. “We seldom seek to amplify differences, and we certainly never attempt to define another’s teachings.” notes Larry. “What we have discovered is a teaching that is a point of departure from orthodox Christianity. Unity and January 2015
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New Thought accepts that Jesus is the example, not the exception. We see him as a way-shower, elder brother, an example of what must happen through us as we allow the same energy of pure being to manifest and express through us.” A way of expression at Unity is the prayer ministry. Anyone that shares faith in the power of prayer can participate. The ministry of lay people accept requests to join in prayer to prosper, adjust and heal any condition of harmony in mind, body or affairs. James Dillet Freeman, a poet and minister of the Unity Church, wrote that prayer “is a way of life as well as a way of facing life. It is an end as well as a means. It is a spiritual experience.” The Unity principle that emphasizes prayer accepts the notion that we are all part of the same universe, part of something larger and more significant than our own unique personalities. The belief principle that every thought we think, every action we take and every word we speak affects us and the people around us in some way and on some level. Unity of Tucson is located at 3617 N. Camino Blanco. For more information, call 520-577-3300 or visit UnityTucson.com. See ad page 32.
Five Basic Principles of Unity 1. There is only one Presence and one Power active as the universe and as my life, God is Good.
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Our essence is of God; therefore we are inherently good. This God essence, called the Christ was fully expressed in Jesus.
3. We are co-creators with God, creating reality through thoughts held in mind.
4. Through prayer and meditation, we align our
heart-mind with God. Denials and affirmations are tools we use.
5. Through thoughts, words and actions, we live the Truth we know.
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Smart Solar Japan Floats New Nuclear Alternative Two companies in Japan will begin building two huge new solar power islands that will float on reservoirs, following the inception of the Kagoshima floating solar plant as the country’s largest, which opened in late 2013 just off the country’s southern coast. The new direction comes as Japan looks to move on from the Fukushima atomic disaster of 2011 and meet the energy needs of its 127 million people without relying on nuclear power. Before the incident, about 30 percent of the country’s power was generated by nuclear plants, but Fukushima destroyed public confidence, and with earthquakes highly likely in regions containing reactors, Japan is looking for alternatives. Solar islands could also be a solution for other countries where space or nuclear concerns are an issue. It’s possible that one day a significant portion of Europe’s power could come from use of the technology; experts believe the engineering challenges can be surmounted. Source: DailyGalaxy.com
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America’s Huge New Underwater Park The Pacific Remote Islands National Marine Monument—about 470,000 square miles of ocean surrounding a couple of remote U.S. Pacific islands—is now officially set aside to protect its pristine habitat from deep-sea mining and commercial fishing. Although smaller than the nearly 800,000 square miles of its original plan, the park is still twice the size of Texas. In a final compromise, fishermen will have access to the waters around half of the islands and atolls, while the other half remains protected. Only 2 percent of the entire Pacific enjoys similar protection.
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Most End-of-Life Care in U.S. Neglects Patient Needs The U.S. healthcare system is not properly designed to meet the needs of patients nearing the end of life and those of their families, and major changes to the system are necessary, according to a new report from the Institute of Medicine, Dying in America: Improving Quality and Honoring Individual Preferences Near the End of Life. A 21-member committee has called for more advanced end-of-life care planning by individuals, improved training and credentialing for clinicians, and for governments and private sectors to provide incentives to patients and clinicians to discuss issues, values, preferences and appropriate services and care. Dr. Philip Pizzo, co-chair of the committee, states, “Patients can and should take control of the quality of their life through their entire lifetime, choosing how they live and how they die, and doctors should help initiate discussions with their patients about such decisions.” Susan Heckerman, former dean of medicine at Stanford University, says, “It’s important that healthcare options available to individuals facing the end of life help relieve pain and discomfort, maximize the individual’s ability to function, alleviate depression and anxiety, and ease the burdens of loved ones in a manner consistent with individual preferences and choices.” The report is available at Tinyurl.com/ DyingInAmerica. January 2015
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Score Healthy and EcoFriendly Points at Parties For healthy eaters, Super Bowl parties’ bent toward rich, calorie-laden foods compete with our desire to shed some holiday pounds and return to regular diet regimens. Whether supplying eco-beer selections for guests or bringing refreshments to a gathering, armchair players can score green points both in terms of natural ingredients and supporting the domestic economy and environment. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company’s plant in Chico, California, uses 10,000-plus solar panels and a large on-site water treatment facility for recycling and conserving water. “It’s the number one ingredient in brewing,” says Sustainability Manager Cheri Chastain. “You can generate more energy, but you can’t make water.” Other American microbrews deploy varied eco-solutions. Dave’s BrewFarm, in Wilson, Wisconsin, for instance, obtains most of its energy via a wind-powered generator. Goats “mow” the grass outside the Anderson Valley Brewing plant in Boonville, California. Odell Brewing Company, in Fort Collins, Colorado, practices waste reduction and recycling and uses renewable energy sources. The 100 percent wind-powered brewery also encourages employees to bike to work and/or carpool, and uses biodiesel-powered delivery trucks (the biodegradable fuel emits 78 percent less CO2 than standard fuel). Five of the 2014 Good Food Awards’ winning beers—exceeding the criteria of recycling water, local sourcing and banning genetically modified ingredients—are Port City Brewing Co., Alexandria, Virginia; Deschutes Brewery, Bend, Oregon; Bear Republic Brewing Co., Healdsburg, California; Victory Brewing Co., Downingtown, Pennsylvania; and Ninkasi Brewing Co., Eugene, Oregon (GoodFoodAwards.org). ChasingGreen.org offers information on many other U.S. craft breweries that operate in sustainable ways, including the Brooklyn Brewery, Brooklyn, New York; New Belgium Beer, Fort Collins, Colorado; and the Great Lakes Brewing Co., Cleveland, Ohio. If none of these brews is yet a current favorite, seek them out at a specialty beverage retailer that stocks from multiple regions in order to score a touchdown for us and the Earth. Some just may become part of local fans’ first-string beverage “team” after the game is over.
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Holistic Healers Reach Out to the Underserved An annual report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that up to 33 percent of uninsured people are avoiding needed treatment for economic reasons. Lifestyle changes and natural remedies like yoga and massage therapy can be highly effective when treating conditions such as high blood pressure, depression or aching joints, and groups nationwide are making these modalities more affordable for everyone. At California’s Healing Clinic Collective (HealingClinicCollective. Wordpress.com), in Oakland, women receive a day of free holistic health care—from acupuncture to massage therapy and nutritional counseling— and discounted rates for follow-up appointments. The Third Root Community Health Center (ThirdRoot.org), in Brooklyn, helps arrange for acupuncturists, herbalists, Reiki practitioners and others to treat low-income people in New York City, especially community organizers and activists that are often overworked and lack the resources for these types of care. The Samarya Center (Samarya Center.org), in Seattle, Washington, uses revenue from its yoga studio to provide free yoga to critically ill patients served by the city’s Bailey-Boushay House and the local VA hospital, and also to patients with chronic pain at the Pike Place Medical Clinic, which treats many homeless and lowincome Seattle residents. Source: YES! magazine January 2015
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This past August, 12 nationally recognized functional medicine experts participated in the country’s first online Metabolic Revolution Summit to discuss the importance of recognizing the dots that connect the majority of today’s chronic diseases—high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, obesity, fatty liver disease, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer and even infertility. All of the panelists pointed to the root cause that links them all—the craze for a highcarbohydrate, low-fat diet starting in the 1990s combined with a sedentary lifestyle. When several complex conditions exist simultaneously, medical science refers to them as a syndrome. Regardless of how such intricate interrelationships become manifest, all of these syndromes have early-stage signs that include inflammation, high blood sugar and insulin resistance, which can affect metabolic health.
A Holistic Approach
Doctors that specialize in functional integrative medicine strive to improve the health and well-being of patients by engaging
It’s All About Metabolism Getting to the Root Cause of Disease by Linda Sechrist
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ttempts to tender lay explanations of how to attain and maintain better health have become fragmented and compartmentalized, with complex scientific cause-and-effect explanations of disease regularly reduced to isolated infographics and sound bites in the media. But understanding our body’s sophisticated, self-regulating, selfcorrecting and interdependent physiological systems, which work in collaboration with each other and inform us of the body’s status by means of symptoms, deserves a whole-systems frame of reference. Stepping back from immediate concerns to grasp the bigger picture allows for rethinking the Western approach to health. A perspective that connects all the dots works best, beginning with the foundation of wellness—the functioning of 73 trillion cells that are organized into a variety of tissues, including interconnected systems of organs. Optimally, they function together harmoniously to achieve homeostasis, the overall chemical and energetic balance that defines metabolic health.
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Many perceive the role of metabolism as limited to determining energy expenditure via the number of calories burned per day, but it does much more. Metabolism actually encompasses thousands of physical and chemical processes that take place in the functioning of every cell, the building blocks of life; healthy cell function produces proper endocrine (hormonal) functioning, influencing homeostasis. 26
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them in their own healing process. One popular approach is practiced by Durango, Colorado, Doctor of Chiropractic James Forleo, author of Health is Simple, Disease is Complicated: A Systems Approach to Vibrant Health. He starts by educating people about the basic functioning of the major body systems involved in their specific health challenges. “To maintain metabolic health, no one should overlook that the body’s intelligence works 24/7 to solve multiple problems simultaneously, including balancing their metabolism. The more complex the pattern of symptoms, the more systems are involved. Whether a single or group of symptoms indicate metabolic dysfunction, it means that numerous systems that rely on healthy cells are unable to perform their normal functions,” explains Forleo. For example, blood sugar issues, excess circulating insulin and buildup of excess glucose stored as fat can lead to metabolic dysfunction. The pancreas, thyroid and gastrointestinal tract—primary glands in the endocrine system that plays a major role in balancing body chemistry by secreting hormones directly into the circulatory system—are negatively impacted. Well-functioning adrenals are necessary to balance blood sugar and one role of the pancreas is to produce insulin. When four of the eight major organ systems—immune, endocrine, cardiovascular and digestive NAPC correction— are impacted by metabolic dysfunction, a more holistic and systemic approach to health can provide a broader understanding of how they interrelate, and why preventive measures can preclude having to later pursue ways to reverse serious chronic diseases.
Pioneering integrative doctors are connecting the dots that point to the root causes of the majority of today’s chronic diseases. Lifestyle Factors
Functional medicine’s integrative approach to metabolic health is based on proper nutrition and regular exercise. “The inflammatory agents present in much of the food consumed at each meal in the standard American diet—highglycemic refined carbohydrates, high-fructose corn syrup and other sugars, and hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated fats—are the biggest offenders,” says Forleo, who notes that the body instead needs good fats, such as those obtained from olive and coconut oils. Factors over which we can exercise some control— physical activity, stress, sleep, diet and circadian rhythms— all play roles in metabolic health. Unfortunately, “We are moving further away from our ancestors’ healthier diet and lifestyle. We’re overfed and undernourished because we’re no longer eating for nutrition, but for entertainment,” remarks Doctor of Chiropractic Brian Mowll, the medical director of Sweet Life Diabetes Health Centers in Pennsylvania and Delaware. He characterizes metabolic dysfunction as the ultimate problem because it’s the doorway to many other ailments. “A hundred years ago, infectious diseases plagued humanity. Today and in the future, it’ll be metabolic disorders such as obesity, cancer, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders and other endocrine problems, diabetes and Type 2 diabetes,” predicts Mowll.
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Dr. Caroline Cederquist, author of The MD Factor Diet: A Physician’s Proven Diet for Metabolism Correction and Healthy Weight Loss, and founder of Cederquist Medical Wellness Center, in Naples, Florida, conducted a one-year study of patients to identify their health issues via blood work analysis. Eighty-nine percent of the men, women and children showed evidence of insulin resistance. This often-overlooked metabolic condition affects how the body processes glucose, a simple sugar and the body’s primary fuel, making gaining weight easy and losing it difficult. Treated with proper diet, lifestyle changes and supplements, plus medication in advanced stages, Cederquist found that metabolic dysfunction is reversible. She explains that long-term insulin resistance can lead to fatty liver disease, high blood sugar and eventually, diabetes. It also directly affects cholesterol levels and can induce triglycerides, high blood pressure, low HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or “good” cholesterol), increased waist circumference and heart disease. In Cederquist’s young adult patients, metabolic dysfunction was also associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome, a cause of infertility. Germany’s Dr. Wolf Funfack, a specialist in internal and nutritional medicine and creator of a well-regarded
metabolic balancing program, noted that insulin resistance both increases the production of stress hormones and blocks production of the anti-inflammatory hormones that slow the aging process. Funfack’s all-natural, personalized nutrition plan, backed by more than 25 years of scientific study, is designed to bring hormonal balance, optimize health and lead to long-term weight management. Cardiologist Stephen Sinatra, author of Metabolic Cardiology, goes a step further. He believes that metabolic dysfunction involving cells, hormones and inflammation encompasses the molecular-based essence of all disease. He observes, “Individuals diagnosed with several conditions can leave a doctor’s office with three or four prescriptions, rather than the one solution for reversal and prevention—a healthy lifestyle and non-inflammatory diet to offset and neutralize weight gain, blood pressure elevation and other abnormalities such as high blood sugar.” Mowll agrees that many conventional healthcare practitioners don’t address the root cause of metabolic disorders or provide lifestyle interventions. “They simply reach for the prescription pad,” he says. This growing problem presents an opportunity to educate the entire populace. Bestselling Virgin Diet author JJ Virgin, who characterizes the human body as a “chemistry lab,” adopts an easyto-follow nutritional and fitness approach for metabolic health. She recommends eating the types of healthy fats found in wild fish, raw nuts and seeds, coconut, avocado and olives. Virgin prefers the clean, lean protein of grass-fed beef and wild fish, plus low-glycemic lentils and legumes and plenty of low-glycemic fruits like raspberries, blueberries, pears and grapefruits. Low-glycemic vegetables on her list include green peas, green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, onion and eggplant. “When you eat this way, there’s a slow release of sugar, and insulin remains at lower levels,” advises Virgin. As in any systems theory, the whole must be understood in relationship to the parts, as well as the relevant environment. Experts agree that it’s paramount to take an expanded, systemic approach to metabolic health, rather than fixating on only one or two aspects at a time. Metabolic health—from basic cells to the most sophisticated of organized systems—can only be achieved and sustained when the whole system is healthy. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings and host of the online Metabolic Revolution Summit. Visit her website ItsAllAboutWe.com for a free audio sample.
Just as your car runs more smoothly and requires less energy to go faster and farther when the wheels are in perfect alignment, you perform better when your thoughts, feelings, emotions, goals and values are in balance. ~Brian Tracy January 2015
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FOODS The Right Choices Make Our Bodies Hum by Linda Sechrist
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ur body’s hormones work like an orchestra. When one instrument is out of tune, the entire production struggles to maintain harmony. Each plays a part in influencing the others and determining how well the whole concert works. Fortunately, our body has masterful conductors, including the endocrine system, which coordinates all of the glands and the hormones they produce. “Players” include the adrenal, hypothalamus, pancreas, pineal, pituitary, reproductive and thyroid/ parathyroid glands. “A healthy endocrine system is essential to making hormones in appropriate amounts throughout our life,”
says Theresa Dale, Ph.D., a naturopathic doctor who practices as a traditional naturopath and clinical nutritionist in Oxnard, California, and has authored Revitalizing Your Hormones. “For example, when the ovaries shut down after menopause, the adrenal glands continue producing progesterone and other essential hormones.” Dale, dean and founder of the California College of Natural Medicine, further assures that contrary to assertions from some conventional medicine reports, the body is able to produce necessary hormones throughout our entire life.
Hormones function as chemical messengers that commute through the bloodstream as part of the information superhighway that connects the brain to the DNA managers of the body’s cells. “Hormones communicate with chemicals produced by the brain called neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, which greatly influence energy levels, moods and other bodily functions such as moving memories from short- to longterm storage,” explains Dale. For 20 years, she has seen patients with critical hormonal imbalances respond to her recommended threemonth, endocrine-rebuilding diet, comprising three daily meals of steamed, sautéed and raw foods, fish, whole grains, legumes, seeds, nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, plus two raw vegetable or seed snacks. The regimen strives to balance metabolism, cleanse the body, restore immune function and revitalize the endocrine system. Kokomo, Indiana, resident Sylvia Egel, national director of coaching and education for Metabolic Balance, a personalized nutrition plan to balance metabolism and hormones, optimize health and increase energy at any age, agrees that hormones can be restored and balanced via proper food selections. “Our lifestyle and dietary choices strongly affect our metabolism and hormonal health, as do stress levels and sleep patterns. Eating at the wrong time, in the wrong place or
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in the wrong order, and even poor combinations of healthy foods, can be almost as problematic as eating junk food,” says Egel. She also warns against snacking, emotional eating, eating on the go, skipping breakfast and waiting too long between meals. Diana Hoppe, author of Healthy Sex Drive, Healthy You, an obstetrician and gynecologist in San Diego, California, who leads clinical trials related to women’s health at the Pacific Coast Research Center, also sees firsthand how what we eat directly affects our hormones. She attests that our bodies need a balance of three macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein and fat. “But for 20 years, we have been advised to decrease fat intake in favor of fat-free options that have been detrimental to us, because we need fat to produce hormones and maintain healthy hormone function. Certain fatty acids and cholesterol serve as building blocks in hormone production and cellular function, especially the reproductive hormones of estrogen and testosterone,” says Hoppe. Food can be medicine for hormones. One of the most important hormone-balancing fats is coconut oil, which heals skin, increases metabolism and supplies a quick source of energy. Egg yolks are a good source of choline and iodine, essential to the production of healthy thyroid hormones, plus are rich in vitamins A, D, E and B-complex vitamins. Avocados have lots of healthy fat that helps absorb and utilize nutrients. Nuts and seeds, olive oil and salmon are all rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids that help stabilize hormone levels. Eating the right foods and incorporating healthy fats into meals increases overall energy, reduces hormonal fluctuations and helps us feel more balanced. Says Dale, “The majority of individuals are surprised to learn that hormone health doesn’t depend on age, but rather on a complex of factors, like the air we breathe, the water we drink, the quality of our diet, good sleep and adequate exercise, plus the relative health of our relationships and emotional life—and that’s just for starters.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. January 2015
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Monica Warhol is Redefining Southwestern Art by Suzie Agrillo
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rofessional artist Monica Warhol is fiercely loyal, agreeably stimulating and attractive. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Warhol moved to Tucson 13 years ago. Her sprawling ranch-style house on the northeast side doubles as a studio where she paints. It boasts a trampoline, an herb garden and a gallery of her original art. Although she is distantly related to the famous artist Andy Warhol, (his father and her grandfather were brothers), she downplays that connection, preferring to become successful on her own merit. She emphasizes, “It’s not about my name; it’s about a lot more than that.” According to Warhol, she did not choose art; art chose her. “I was born 30
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an artist,” she says. The first award she ever won was in kindergarten for drawing a clown. She confides that at age 15, “I used to cut high school to go to the Art Institute, in Pittsburgh.” Warhol finished high school and trained professionally in fine art at Point Park University. There, she learned the basics, to which she adds her self-taught creative adaptations. “My art is completely organic; it comes out of my soul,” Warhol says. She adds, “I like flowers—I don’t like bugs at all. I’m a city girl. I’m a policeman’s daughter.” Warhol is mother to six children, ranging from 21 months to 22 years old. She had her first child at age 17. “That’s how I could get the love I wanted,” she says. “If it wasn’t going to be
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from one end, you have to get it from the other end.” Raised in a middleclass family, her work ethic is derived from her father, who often worked two or three jobs. “I was raised to work. I know I’m a mom, obviously, but I don’t really identify myself as a mom,” she notes. “I’m an artist who has little people. It’s not my job to tell them who to be. It’s my job to be their training wheels and to catch them when they fall. It’s my job to lead by example.” In spite of the effort she puts into her work, the rebellious Warhol doesn’t care if people like her art. She dismisses any criticism with a “let it go” philosophy, saying, “Do not care what people say about you. That’s really hard to do sometimes, because I live it. Do your best. Who cares? Who are they? What have they done?” While bringing her visions to fruition independent of public acclaim is her goal, Warhol has garnered a strong following, including jet-set celebrity musician Lenny Kravitz. Her present runaway success has been a hardfought battle. With humility and candor, she reveals, “I’ve lost my home, my vehicles and had nasty relationships.” Now she enjoys basking in the glow of her success, but she is not star struck, sharing, “It’s not about fame and it’s not about the money.” Beyond her preoccupation with art, Warhol is focused on the premise that we are all in dire need of an updated
sense of morality. She opines that a lot of young people exhibit a sense of entitlement, a trait she considers unattractive. Appreciating people that are honest and kind, she has an active social conscience. “I’m a giver,” she proclaims, and donates art to many local charities. To stay fit, Warhol runs races, dances, jumps on the trampoline and doesn’t eat carbs. “I just busted out a half marathon. I’m such a loyal friend, and my girlfriend didn’t want to run the race alone. I wasn’t well trained to whip out 13.1, and I wasn’t expecting to finish it, but I sure did, and with a good time, two hours and 15 minutes.” Another hobby is dance. “I love to dance, I’m really good at it. I just got tap shoes on eBay and am excited about brushing up on my moves,” she says. One of Warhol’s favorite restaurants is Sushi on Oracle. “I love sushi. That’s how I like to celebrate when my painting’s done. I like to look at my art and feel pride. It took me 30-some years to say, ‘I’m proud of myself.’”
Warhol’s sense of pride is also reflected in her appearance. While she was overweight and teased as a child, now she is fit, but still doesn’t like to wear short dresses. “If I wear a dress, I prefer it to be a long dress, nothing above the knee, or it makes me nervous. It’s not that I look bad or anything, it just makes me feel exposed. I feel naked, and I don’t like that.” She does enjoy wearing really high heels. Her motto when it comes to shoes is, “If the shoe fits and looks good, you wear it. Then you just sit a lot.” Nonetheless, this art whiz does have time to take in the beauty of the desert. An avid fan of Tucson’s sunrises, sunsets, mountains and the “crazy wildlife,” Warhol reveals an audacious preview of what is on the horizon when she says, “I’m totally redesigning Southwest Art. It is happening, and I won’t stop until I carry out my mission.” Warhol takes private commissions and will paint anything, any size, conservative or pop. Locals and tour-
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ists can see her work exhibited at the Simon Fine Art Gallery, in Tucson. She is planning an expansion in 2015 to the second floor of the gallery, where the furniture and chandelier will all be custom made by Warhol and other local artists. A prolific writer, her website includes a blog and favorite quotes, such as “It’s all about the journey, because you can’t take the destination with you.” Warhol’s journey includes an exuberant sense of determination. She counsels her children, “If you want something, don’t take no for an answer. You make it happen. And if it doesn’t happen, it’s because you didn’t try hard enough.” For private commissions, email Monica@MonicaWarhol.com. For more information, visit MonicaWarhol.com. Suzie Agrillo is a regular contributor to Natural Awakenings Tucson.
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as characters that bring yoga to life.” Players are challenged to master the skills presented by each of the game’s 12 main characters, increasing awareness of breathing and other aspects of how the body works, plus promoting self-esteem. Free in the iTunes App Store. If, the Emotional IQ Game. An adventure game inspired by If, a well-known poem by Rudyard Kipling, players go on a quest through Ziggurat, a fantasy world where they enlist energy creatures called Vims to rid their avatars of dark energy. Youngsters are challenged to complete missions using emotional language. The character traits required to complete the tasks include patience, teamwork and other skills that help kids build emotional intelligence. Free in the iTunes App Store. Smash Your Food. Nutritionist Marta De Wulf, from Bellevue, Washington, felt compelled to develop her innovative app when she realized that while kids understand that certain foods contain too much sugar, fat or carbs, they have
no idea how the information pertains to them. The award-winning app “allows children to input their age, gender and level of physical activity to measure their individual caloric need,” says De Wulf. “When they choose a food to ‘smash’ and see that eight grams of sugar cubes are in a can of soda, they’re able to process healthy food information.” Smash Your Food features audio/ video of actual food smashing. “Kids are sensorial and different kinds of learners. It’s more effective than using cartoon images,” she observes. It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store. Oh, Ranger! Park Finder. Instead of vaguely suggesting that kids put down their electronic devices and head outdoors, why not ask them to choose an adventure for the whole family? Using the Oh, Ranger! Park Finder app, kids can search for nearby outdoor recreation areas from a comprehensive database of national parks, state parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, Bureau of Land Management sites and U.S. Army Corps recreation areas. Kids can further seek out specific activities from 20-plus categories that range from birdwatching and hiking to boating and camping. Free in the iTunes App Store or Google Play. Kids Making Healthy Choices. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports that rates of childhood obesity have doubled in the past 30 years. This kid- and parent-friendly app is designed to help. It springboards from San Diego, California’s Merilee Kern’s children’s book of the same title. Embedded via an e-reader, kids can play games, print coloring sheets and explore healthy recipes while parents check out the news section and resource page for links with information for keeping youngsters healthy. “Surveys show that parents often don’t realize that their child has a weight problem,” notes Kern. “It’s important to discuss this topic within the family, and the app helps facilitate this in a non-threatening, helpful way.” It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store.
Healthy Web Edutainment ZisBoomBah.com. “Parents typically spend 90 percent of their grocery budget on products from the inside aisles of stores,” says Karen Laszio, founder of this award-winning website, which teaches kids about the value of food in the outside (produce, dairy and meat) aisles and how to choose fresh, whole foods to incorporate into kid-friendly recipes for the whole family. PBSKids.org/itsmylife. Designed for teens and tweens, this PBS Kids Go! website teaches children to make responsible decisions about pertinent issues, including drugs, alcohol, anorexia and bulimia, and how to objectively view celebrities, dating and the challenges of puberty. Visitors can find reliable, accurate information about subjects they may not be comfortable discussing with adults or peers. NPS.gov/WebRangers. The National Park Service online Web Rangers program enables kids to create a customizable ranger experience and discover national parks and historic sites around the country.
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circle of positive people around you. Stay calm and centered. Distance yourself from energy vampires and if they’re family, limit time spent with them and establish boundaries.”
Recognize Time Leeches
Problem: We fall into the black hole of Facebook or cute kitten videos. Hours pass and we fall behind in more productive activities and then feel drained and groggy.
ENERGY BOOSTERS Four Ways to Recharge by Kathleen Barnes
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tress saps energy, and Americans feel stressed more than ever, with 20 percent of us experiencing “extreme stress” at least weekly, according to the American Institute of Stress. Could latenight TV and the ubiquitous presence of electronic devices be the culprits? Partly, according to information published by Harvard Medical School. While all light stimulates the brain, the blue light from electronic devices and some eco-light bulbs disrupt circadian rhythms, prevent production of melatonin and block deep, healthful, restorative sleep. Fortunately, there’s an easy remedy, say Harvard experts: Seek abundant exposure to bright natural sunlight, and then turn off all electronic devices an
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hour before bedtime. Some experts even suggest wearing orange-colored goggles for the last two waking hours to neutralize the energy-sucking blue rays. Here are a few more energy thieves and ways to neutralize them.
Avoid Energy Vampires Problem: We all know someone that exhausts us, according to Dr. Judith Orloff, Venice Beach, California, author of the new book, The Ecstasy of Surrender. Maybe he or she talks endlessly about personal matters, is incessantly negative, a gossip or a guilt-tripper. Solution: “Take control. Get in the driver’s seat,” advises Orloff. “Create a
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Solution: Time management is essential to preserving energy, says Orloff. Limit time spent on social media. Check email once or twice a day instead of every 15 minutes. “The Internet is addictive, almost like a drug,” explains Orloff. “When you’re online, your energy is cut off and you become a zombie; you’re not in your body. Take a technology fast. Talk to your mate. Make love. Go for a walk in the woods. See your best friend.”
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Problem: We all have way too much “stuff,” says Linda Rauch Carter, author of Move Your Stuff, Change Your Life. “If you don’t have room, you shut yourself off from the flow of energy in your home and become exhausted,” says the Tustin, California, feng shui expert. “When I ask a client to take half of the stuff off a shelf and then ask how it feels, they almost always take a deep breath. The clutter literally chokes off breath and vitality.” Solution: “Clear out what isn’t needed,” counsels Carter. “Keep a balance by making it a habit when bringing new
things into a home or work environments to let go of a comparable number of old things at the same time.” Beware of clutter creep, the slow accumulation of energysapping clutter, she says. “I believe the lack of energy so many of us experience is a nearly undetectable, chronic energy drain that seems slight, yet over time becomes a big problem.”
Stop Electromagnetic Pollution Problem: We are all surrounded by energy-draining electromagnetic fields (EMF) from myriad electronic devices and systems in homes and offices, plus cell phone towers and transmission lines. All of these operate on frequencies that can be major energy drains, says Carter. Japanese research physician Ryoichi Ogawa found that 80 percent of his chronic fatigue patients were frequent users of electromagnetic technologies (Omega-News). Solution: Minimize indoor exposure to EMFs by using land lines with corded phones, power strips and shutting off electricity to nonessential appliances when not in use. “I’ve been preaching this for 20 years,” says Carter. Protecting sleep space is a primary consideration. “Make sure no beds are near electrical outlets and cell phones. Get rid of cordless phones, which are like mini cell towers, right there in the house,” she adds. The easiest solution, Carter says, is to put bare feet on bare earth for 15 to 20 minutes a day. “It will pull some of that excess EMF charge right off of you.”
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Louise Hay on Loving Yourself to Ageless Health by S. Alison Chabonais
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renowned leader of the self-help movement from its early days, Louise Hay is celebrated worldwide for teaching—by personal example and through her bestselling book, You Can Heal Your Life—how each of us can transform our mind, body and spirit by changing the way we think. Her positive philosophy has sparked an industry and her Hay House publishing group. Nourishing mind and body, loving life, learning and growing, giving back and moving ahead—these comprise Hay’s program for creating health, happiness and longevity. At 88, she continues to travel for business and pleasure, embracing vital, joy-filled days with a thankful smile. Her new book, Loving Yourself to Great Health, co-authored with Ahlea Khadro and Heather Dane, explains how she’s taking all she knows to the next level.
back, so it all starts with us. Remember, no matter what the problem is, there is only one answer: loving yourself. Start with small steps and be gentle. If you start there, magical things will happen.
How do you manage to engage in a stream of loving affirmations 24/7? Practice, practice, practice! Slowly, bit-by-bit, start each day with a loving act towards yourself. Loving affirmations and worrying about things take up the same amount of time; you still get the same things done along the way, but worrying creates stress, while affirmations will brighten your life. It can be exhausting if you fight the shift and make it difficult. If you make kindness to yourself and others a simple part of everyday life, it isn’t exhausting at all.
Why does first applying love and forgiveness to yourself make a happy, healthy and long life possible? Loving yourself is the foundation for living the life you want. A healthy and happy life is rooted in self-love, and forgiveness is an act of self-love. It all comes down to how you think and treat yourself. What we give out we get 38
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What are some key elements to crafting a life experience that supports and nourishes ageless being? Choose thoughts that bring love into your life and laugh a lot. Say yes to life and the magic it brings. I trust that life will bring me exactly what I need, and part of that is realizing that I don’t need to know everything, because life brings me people like Ahlea and Heather. A third of our life is spent eating, and
it’s essential that we know the best way to do this. Start your day with water and an act of self-love. Eat real food; seasonal, organic, natural foods are a positive affirmation to your body. Poop every day, figuratively and literally. Learn to listen to your body and its wisdom. Choose exercise that you love and that makes you feel good. Also, go on a media diet. Filter out from your consciousness any messages that say you are not good enough or that separate you from the beautiful and lovable person you are. Surround yourself with like-minded people that share good news and love to laugh.
The core belief founding your lifework is that every thought we have is creating our future. Is scientific research now supporting that? When I began teaching people about affirmations, there wasn’t any science to support it, but we knew it worked, and now studies verify that. I particularly love Bruce Lipton’s scientific research showing that we are not controlled by our genes because the genetic blueprint can be altered through positive changes in our beliefs. I hear reports every day of how people are healing their lives by changing their thoughts through cultivating selflove and personal affirmations. They are seeing healing of autoimmune diseases, obesity, addictions, post-traumatic stress and many other so-called incurable illnesses. It’s amazing what happens when you are kind and loving to yourself.
What is your secret to aging gracefully through the years? It’s simple. It’s about getting your thoughts and food right and having fun along the way. If you are thinking positive thoughts but feeding yourself processed, unnatural or sugary foods, you are sending yourself mixed messages. Feed yourself nourishing foods and think loving thoughts. Any time you don’t know what else to do, focus on love. Loving yourself makes you feel good, and good health comes from feeling good. S. Alison Chabonais is the national content editor for Natural Awakenings magazines.
inspiration
New Year, New You When ‘Good Enough’ Is Perfect by Elizabeth Lombardo
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first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase. ~Martin Luther King, Jr.
oes it sometimes feel like if we can’t do something perfectly, why should we bother doing it at all? Perfectionism feeds on such an all-ornothing approach in following rigid self-imposed rules that can sabotage relationships, health and happiness. Instead, try adopting a “better than perfect” mindset that embraces life’s imperfections without guilt or shame. A clean enough house or a good enough job is in many ways better than perfect. Here are helpful approaches to reframe the internal discussion. Remember what matters. In planning a big birthday party for her husband, one wife was so stressed trying to manage every detail that she had to stop and ask herself: What is most important—having everything look perfect, or having a fun party they would enjoy and remember for the rest of their lives? Thinking about our values keeps things in perspective and perfectionism in check. Perfection isn’t likable. We often try to be perfect to gain other people’s attention and approval, but no one wants to be around a person trying to be someone they aren’t. No one’s life is perfect. Social media often present idealized versions of people’s lives. Few post about fighting with their partner or coping with an unhappy infant; we most often hear about vacation ad-
ventures and baby’s first word or step. We can avoid feelings of dissatisfaction by avoiding comparisons with others. It’s not failure, it’s data. Rather than personalize a perceived failure, take it on as an opportunity. If a New Year’s resolution to work out more isn’t kept, ask why: Is the exercise location too far away or is the class schedule inconvenient? It feels better to adopt a more successful strategy than to beat ourself up about falling short. Perfectionism is a treadmill. People often think, “I’ll be happy when I weigh this or achieve that,” always seeking the next level of self-improvement. Appreciating who we are right now is a path to happiness. Perfectionism is a learned behavior, and anything learned can be unlearned at any age. As we continue to strive for excellence, we can learn to embrace what’s good. Take a perfectionist self-assessment quiz at Tinyurl.com/PerfectionismQuiz. Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and the author of Better than Perfect: 7 Strategies to Crush Your Inner Critic and Create a Life You Love plus A Happy You: Your Ultimate Prescription for Happiness. Connect at ElizabethLombardo.com. January 2015
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causes spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels and eventually contributes to insulin resistance. According to a recent study published in the Journal of Obesity, the benefits of doing HIIE at least three times a week for two to six weeks include reduction of abdominal body fat, improved aerobic and anaerobic fitness and lower levels of insulin resistance.
In a separate study, Norwegian researchers examined the impact that different types of exercise programs had on individuals seeking to reverse metabolic dysfunction, an overall chemical imbalance largely attributed to insulin resistance. They concluded that despite producing similar effects on body weight and blood pressure, the aerobic interval training group also showed greater improvement in insulin sensitivity, aerobic capacity and highdensity lipoprotein (HDL, or “good” cholesterol) than those performing continuous moderate exercise. They also exhibited lower blood glucose (sugar) levels. Another beneficial HIIE characteristic is that it involves markedly fewer exercise repetitions and less training time. JJ Virgin, a fitness and nutrition expert and author of The Virgin Diet, recommends incorporating burst-style and resistance training for fast, lasting fat loss and improving insulin resistance. Best of all, you can do these exercises in minutes a day. “Burst exercise means working out in short intense bursts of 30 to 60 seconds, coupled with one to two minutes of active recovery time, moving at a lower intensity that allows you to catch your breath and lower your heart rate,” she explains. Two easy examples of this are sprinting to burst and then walking to recover, and running up stairs to burst, and then walking down them to recover. “This should be repeated for a total of four to eight minutes of high-intensity bursts per session. Overall, this will take 20 to 30 minutes,” says Virgin. She notes that the increase in stress hormones that occurs during HIIE are counteracted by the simultaneously raised levels of anabolicbuilding hormones. “Short bursts train the body in how to handle stress and recover. Repeated intense bursts raise the lactic acid level, which in turn raises growth hormone production and supports fat burning. The research is clear that the more intense the exercise, the bigger the metabolic benefit is afterward.”
The Skinny on Glycemic Foods by Kathleen Barnes
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hose wanting to reduce carbohydrate intake by eating foods with a low glycemic index based on their impact on blood sugar levels might consider using newer tables that instead measure glycemic load, suggests New York City Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Susan Weiner. She explains that the glycemic index only considers how quickly sugars from food are released into the bloodstream. The glycemic load charts a more accurate accounting of the amount of carbohydrates in an actual serving, rather than the 50-gram (1.76-ounce) portion used in calculating a food’s ranking on the glycemic index scale of 1 to 100. “Glycemic load is a better indicator of how a carbohydrate food will affect blood sugar in realistic portions, especially in combination with other foods, including proteins and fats,” advises Weiner. Here are a few compelling comparisons:
Food/Snack
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
Carrot
35 (low)
2 (low)
Watermelon
72 (high)
4 (low)
Graham crackers
74 (high)
14 (medium)
Baguette
95 (very high)
15 (medium)
Snickers bar
51 (medium)
18 (medium high)
Cornflakes
93 (very high)
23 (high)
111 (very high)
33 (high)
Baked Potato
For an expanded rating of food items, visit Tinyurl.com/Glycemic-Load-Factor.
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 1
Ascended Master Conference – 11am-6pm. Sit at the feet of Ascended Masters and receive their instruction and radiance through their Anointed Representatives. $25/session. The Temple of The Presence, 11902 E Irvingston Rd. 520-751-2039. SusanKnittel@msn.com. TempleOfThePresence.org.
Skillfully Aware Mindfulness and Meditation – 6-8pm. Wednesdays, Jan 7-Feb 11. 6-Weeks to overcoming stress, pain and strong emotions or urges. $300. Mention this listing and save $100. Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd. 520-981-9911. Classes@SkillfullyAware.com. SkillfullyAware.com.
24-hr Buddha Tara Prayers and Chanting – 12am, 2am, 4am, 8am. Bring in the New Year with a special auspiciousness, wisdom, and peace of mind. All welcome. Come to as many sessions as you wish. Free. Kadampa Meditation Center, 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8
FRIDAY, JANUARY 2
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
Angel Gong Wave in Salt-Water Pool – 6:30-8pm. With Marcia Breitenbach, MA. Aquatic acoustic healing with angel gong waves in Santa Rita Springs Warm Indoor Pool. $15/poolside, $20/in the water. Santa Rita Springs Pool, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-975-5376. MillMarcia@gmail.com. SpiritedChangeAZ.com. IONS Tucson Presents: Using Imagery for Increased Wellness – 6:30-8pm. With Patricia Palmer. Tools and techniques for changing your mind. $5/suggested donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl. 520-577-1478. ChiRising@gmail.com.
MONDAY, JANUARY 5 Yogananda Birthday Celebration – 7-8:30pm. Celebrate Yogananda’s birthday. Bring a flower to honor his birthday ceremony and enjoy the sharing a story of Yogananda. Free. Ananda Center Of Tucson, 1002 E Prince Rd. 520-299-9309. ElizabethLMason@yahoo.com. AnandaArizona.org.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 6
Better Health Through Chiropractic: Tuesdays in January – 5:30-6:30pm. Learn how a chiropractic impulse into your nervous system can enhance your body’s inherent healing ability and improve function. RSVP. Free. Be Now Chiropractic, 2122 N Craycroft Rd, Ste 104. 520-237-0830. BeNowChiro@gmail.com. BeNowChiropractic.com.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7
Acupuncture Happy hour – 3-7pm. Lower your stress, relieve anxiety, relax your mind and stimulate your spirit. Call to reserve. $20/20-minutes. Center Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, 3444 N Country Club, Ste 101. 520-333-5965. Info@CenterInTucson.com. CenterInTucson.com.
TIES Guest Speaker: Dr Lani Leary – 6:30pm. Motivated by a NDE, became a psychotherapist specializing in work with chronically ill, dying and bereaved clients. $5. Unity Church of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-295-2365. TucsonAZ@Iands.org. TucsonIands.org. Infectious Illness and Antimicrobial Metal. How Can it Help Me? – 11:30am-12:15pm. Learn about new research on antimicrobial metal, it’s helping curb hospital-acquired infections and it can help you. No charge. Medium Conference Room, 5151 E Broadway, Ste 1600. 520-512-5474. Jenr@CopperZap.com. CopperZap.com. Buddhist Meditation Retreat – 6-8pm. With Gen Lingpur, Resident Teacher at KMC Arizona. Learn the Buddhist stages of the path to enlightenment, which contain the essence of all Buddha’s teachings. $3/session, $10/full day. Kadampa Meditation Center, AZ, 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org/lamrim-retreat. Message Circle: Messages from Spirit – 7-8:30pm. Every attendee receives one message. If time permits, more than one message may be offered. Limited seating. Door closes shortly after 7pm. $8. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell, 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com. Tucson Astrologers’ Guild Friday Night Lecture: Mercury, Ceres & Pluto - The Unholy Trinity – 7:30-9:30pm. With Philip Sedgwick, well known astrologer and author. $10/members, $15/non-members. Unitarian Universalist Church, Awareness Room, 4831 E 22nd St. 520-625-5762. GaelChilson@gmail.com. TucsonAstrologersGuild.net.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
Divorce Workshop I: Understanding the Whys and the Whats – 9am-3pm. Key topics: Illusions and Relationships; Dealing with Losses; Taking Care of Your Emotional Well Being; Understanding the Grieving Process. Lunch included. $85. Williams Centre Campus, 310 S Williams Blvd, Ste 102. 520-829-0225. RonnieK@DesertRanch.com. Endings.DesertRanch.com. Children’s Museum Tucson $2 Admission Day – 9am-5pm. 11,000 square feet of exhibits to enjoy fun, play-based, interactive learning experiences. Discover the place where imagination and learning connect. $2. Children’s Museum Tucson, 200 S 6th Ave. Cloth Diapering 101 – 10am-12pm. Come and learn about the styles of cloth diapers. Learn how
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to use them and how to take care of them. Register online. $10. Sun Sprout Diaper Service, 3841 N Oracle Rd. 520-351-2370. Ileana@Sunsprout.us. Sunsprout.us. The Wisdom of Anne Morrow Lindberg – 1-2:30pm. Playshop will focus on shedding from what can be life’s exhausting ways and more. Pre-registration contact, Tanya Fleisher. Donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl, Rm 3. 520-260-3479. Molly.Nelson@q.com. Tucson Astrologers’ Guild Saturday Workshop: Our New Solar System – 1-5pm. With Philip Sedgwick, well known astrologer and author. $20/ members, $25/non-members. Unitarian Universalist Church, Awareness Room, 4831 E 22nd St. 520-625-5762. GaelChilson@gmail.com. TucsonAstrologersGuild.net. See How Reiki Affects Your Heart with MindBody-Science – 1-6pm. Learn Reiki I and watch its effects using biofeedback equipment. Contact: Ann Baldwin, PhD. $150, includes manual and certificate.. Mind-Body-Science, 3300 E Hawthorne St. 520795-4048. ABaldwin@Mind-Body-Science.com. Mind-Body-Science.com.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 11
Inspire Your New Year Desires 2015 Gathering – 11am-5pm. Reflect on 2014 and inspire your desires for 2015 using guided meditation, journaling, collage and the labyrinth in West Tucson desert. $75/includes supplies. Call for location. 520-906-7542. Inspire@ArtsForTheHeart.com. ArtsForTheHeart.com. Qi Gong and Kung Fu Seminar – 1:453:45pm. Learn practices from: Qi-Gong,Tai-Ji, Xing-Yi, Ba-Gua, and Shao-Lin with its associated stretching and strength training methods. Free. 8975 E Tanque Verde Rd, #155. 520-427-5811. ImmortalKungFu@gmail.com. ImmortalKungFu.com. My Body, My Self: Practicing Love and Compassion for Your Body and Self – 2-7pm. 1/11 & 1/12. Movement class focuses on loving the body you are in right now. $67.50 (either day with discount code NA25). 7352 N Oracle Rd. 520-310-2775. PerformItAZ@gmail.com. SpiralJourneySchoolOfMovement.wordpress.com.
markyourcalendar JAN 11 – FEB 9 “A PHOTOGRAPHIC RETROSPECTIVE” OF GARY AUERBACH 9-9 M-F & Sunday Jewish Community Center 3800 E. River Rd. With more than 50 images on display, a diversity of subjects and alternative process printing methods are used. Free admission. 520-299-3000 ext 106. Ldavis@TucsonJcc.org WeWalkInBeauty.com
coming sugar addiction and emotional eating. Ann Baldwin PhD and Sheila Shea MA present an evening of education, practical demonstrations, fun, movement and tasting. $5. Natural Life Holistic Oasis, 7235 N Paseo Del Norte. 520-325-9686. Intestines@SheilaShea.com. IntestinalHealthInstitute.com.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13 Skillfully Aware Mindfulness and Meditation – 6-8pm. Tuesdays, Jan 13-Feb 17. 6-Weeks to overcoming stress, pain and strong emotions or urges. $300. Mention this listing and save $100. Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd. 520-981-9911. Classes@SkillfullyAware.com. SkillfullyAware.com. Meditations for a Meaningful Life – 6:30-7:30pm. Three practical meditations taught by Buddha that add meaning and purpose to our life and lead us to a state of permanent inner peace. $10/class, or $40/5-class card. First class free. Transcend Massage & Wellness Spa, 7435 N Oracle Rd, Ste #101. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org/nw-tucson.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15
Eat, Move and Improve in 2015 Presented by Sprouts Farmers Market – 7-8pm. Join Sprouts Nutritionist Janet Little and learn how to have the body you want in 2015. Reserve webinar seat by registering online. Free with advance registration. Sprouts live webinar, online. 480-814-8016. Communications@Sprouts.com. GoToMeeting.com/register/892481278. Recital/Lecture at Crowder Hall – 7:30pm. Song: From Salon to Stage, The Journey of a Genre Kristin Dauphinais, Assoc. Professor of Music, assisted by UA voice and piano students. Free. Crowder Hall, UA Campus, 1017 N Olive Rd. 520-577-5550. Susan.Aceto@comcast.net.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16
Getting The Love You Want – A Couples Workshop – 1/16-1/18. Do you want to make your dream relationship a reality? During this weekend Karen Olson will facilitate couples in learning techniques that will help transform their relationship into one that thrives. 520-624-2743. CaritasHealing.com/Events.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17
Tai Chi Skill Building Workshop – 9am-12pm. Learn tai chi principles to apply to daily life or an existing tai chi practice. Deepen tai chi skills. Preparation for instructor certification workshop. Beginners welcome. $25. River/Swan area, Details upon registration. 520-780-6751. Heather@MoveInToWellBeing.com. MoveIntoWellBeing.com. Divorce Workshop 102: Saying Good-Bye and Moving On –9am-3pm. Key topics: Setting Boundaries; Understanding Anger; Learning the Power of Forgiveness and Acceptance; Saying Goodbye; Moving On. Lunch Included. $85. Williams Centre Campus, 310 S Williams Blvd, Ste 102. 520-829-0225. RonnieK@DesertRanch.com. Cleanse.DesertRanch.com. Lesson 101: Perfect Happiness – 9:30am-1pm. A workshop on insights into A Course in Miracles by. Dr. Jon Mundy with standup philosophy by Dr. Baba Jon Mundane. $30 donation. No one turned away. Uniity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl, Sanctuary. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. MiraclesMagazine.org. New Year, Re-Newed You – 10am-12pm. Learn effective and powerful strategies to succeed with your New Year’s resolutions. Free. ALAS Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching, 6510 E 22nd St. 520-885-0575. Tomas_Sepulveda@hotmail.com. ALASLifeCoaching.com.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23
Reiki II – 10am-2pm. Reiki Masters Vita Balsino and Steve Swain teach the second of three Reiki certification classes. Reiki I required. $100 paid in advance. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com. Luminous Energy Field Healing – 1-2pm. Remove past trauma and non-beneficial energies to restore light and abundance. $30/advance, $35/day of event. Spirits Child, 3870 W River Rd. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com. Showcase Recital – 2:30pm. A showcase recital will feature performances of finalists in the songwriting competition. Free. Holsclaw Hall, UA Campus, 1017 N Olive Rd. 520-577-5550. Susan.Aceto@comcast.net.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 18
South Arizona Authors Series – 11:30am12:30pm. Author Deborah Knox of Put Your Spirit to Work: Making a Living Being Yourself, discusses how to live your passion and create your legacy. Donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl, Rm 3. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
The Happiness Equation – 6-7pm. Sifu Kelley presents the Happiness Equation and the 6 Areas of Self Cultivation suggested by the Science of Happiness. Free. Urban Retreat Center, 2523 E 6th St. 520-770-1200. Kelley@Urban-Retreat.org. Scihap.com. Kadampa Meditation Center - Monthly Open House – 7-8pm. Guided relaxation breathing meditation and a short talk on meditation and Buddhism as well as an introduction to the Center’s programs, Refreshments and a tour. Free. Kadampa Meditation Center, 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21
Noon-hour Recital – 12pm. Contemporary art songs composed with new trends and discoveries titled New Directions in Song. Performances by UA voice and piano students and hosted by Professor Kristin Dauphinais. Free. Holsclaw Hall, UA Campus, 1017 N Olive Rd. 520-577-5550. Susan.Aceto@comcast.net. Acupuncture Happy Hour – 3-7pm. Lower your stress, relieve anxiety, relax your mind and stimulate your spirit. $20/20-minutes. Center Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, 3444 N Country Club, Ste 101. 520-333-5965. Info@CenterInTucson.com. CenterInTucson.com.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
Take Control! Sugar Cravings and Emotional Eating – 5:30-7pm. Mini-workshop targets over-
Monthly Gut & Psychology Syndrome Diet (GAPS) Group – 5:30-7:30pm. For support and education. We have Powerpoint, sharing and snack. Given by Sheila Shea Certified GAPS Practitioner. $5. Ft Lowell/Columbus area. 520-325-9686. Intestines@SheilaShea.com. IntestinalHealthInstitute.com/GapsTucson.html. Friends of Jung Presentation: The Inside Story of Biosphere2 – 7-9pm. Two Biosphere2 team members, Taber MacCallum and Jane Poynter, will be interviewed about their experience of isolation and inside Biosphere2 for over two years. $10/ members, $15/non-members. Han Universty, 2856 E Ft Lowell Rd. Safoj.org.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24
Applications of Mindful Resonance to EMDR Therapy–Irene Siegel, Ph.D. – 1/24-1/25. Learn an innovative approach of using dual attention through intuitive mindful skills and resonance, enhancing the AIP model of EMDR. 520-624-2743. CaritasHealing.com/Events. Learn to Manifest Your Dreams – 9am-12:30pm. With Lisa Taylor Horn. Fun technique that strengthen visualizations. All materials provided. $25. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl, Rm 2. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com. Bio-Touch Practitioner Training – 10am-4pm. Also 1/25. Learn to alleviate others’ pain, stress, support their good health. $48/both days. Massage therapists earn 10 CEUs ($60). Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E. Pima St. Info: 520-323-7951, Office@ JustTouch.com. $48/$60. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.com. Flower Of Life Grid – 10am-4pm. Create an energy grid that aligns and holds the highest intentions and possibilities for the New Year. Beautiful laminated grid and 11 stones and crystals included. . $100. Journey To Healing, 3245 E Mountainaire Dr. 520-825-4645. JourneyToHealing@msn.com. JourneyToHealing.com.
markyourcalendar JANUARY 24 HOLISTIC WORKSHOP 10am-4pm held at Grace St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 2331 E. Adams St. 85719 You will have an opportunity to talk, work with and try different modalities from gifted facilitators on Qigong, Reiki, Essential oils, Crystal healing and EFT techniques. Enjoy a lite lunch, door prizes and a wealth of information! $100 fee. Register at TimeToHealSW.com or call/text 520-906-9097
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Reiki Level I- Enhance Your Energy – 12-5pm. Learn to raise your energetic frequency and bring wellness into your life and loved ones. $100. Highlands Activities Building, 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd, Marana. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29
Blissful Angel Gong Waves in Salt-Water Pool – 4-5:30pm. Float fully supported in indoor warm salt-water pool while receiving the transformative vibrations of the Angel Gong. $15/poolside, $20/in the water. RSVP required. Santa Rita Springs Pool, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-975-5376. MillMarcia@gmail.com. SpiritedChangeAZ.com.
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Bio-Touch Practitioner Training – 10am-4pm. Learn to alleviate others’ pain, stress, support their good health. $48/both days. Massage therapists earn 10 CEUs ($60). Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E. Pima St. Info: 520-323-7951, Office@JustTouch.com. $48/$60. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St, 520323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.com.
MONDAY, JANUARY 26
Free Tai Chi and Chi Kung – 6-7:30pm. Gentle, flowing movements that relax the body, calm the mind, improve health and make you feel good. Free. Church of Christ, 2848 N Mountain Ave. 520-795-8612. Dsrtdrgn@gmail.com.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27
AIWC Networking Evening – 5:45-8:30pm. With Dr. Lise Alschuler. $15/members, $20/ non-members, $20/on-site members, $25/on-site non-members. Tucson Osteopathic Medical Foundation. 3182 N Swan Rd. Info@AZIntegrative.org. AZIntegrative.org. TIES Sharing/Discussion Group – 6:30pm. TIES mission is to provide a safe neutral environment for presenting information on and sharing of near-death and other spiritually transformative experiences. All welcome. Free-will offering optional. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-395-2365. Chucks@Iands.org. TucsonIands.org.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28
Tapping Into Spirit to Get your Book Written and Published – 6:30-8:30pm. Tom Bird’s workshops, How to Write Your Best Seller in a Weekend and The New Age of Publishing. Pre-registration required. Free. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl, Harmony Hall. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com.
Pre-Concert Talk – 6:30-7:15pm. Talk by Dr. Matt Mugmom, Musicologist, before the Susan Graham concert to follow in Crowder Hall. Free. School of Music, UA Campus, 1017 N Olive Rd, Room 146. 520-577-5550. Susan.Aceto@comcast.net. Gather the Elders 5th Annual Conference – 8:30am-12pm. Giving and receiving wisdom: the non-traditional way of elder mentoring. Breakfast included. Register by 1/15. $5 donation requested. Tucson Masonic Lodge #4, 3590 N Country Club Rd. 520-405-1926. OurFamilyServices.org.
Registration Deadline for Illuminating Your Inner Shaman – Readings and activational workshops. Expanding Your Light; 5th-Dimensional Star Fire Activation; Heaven/Earth Collaboration with the Third Mary, 3/28/15. $50+. Wellness First, 3861 N First Ave, Bldg A. 520-304-2547. LesleeMorrison@hotmail.com. EmpoweringLightworks.com/InnerShaman.
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Non-violent (Compassionate) Communication (NVC) Training – 9am-4pm. 1/29-1/30. Life skills to enhance quality of connection. $160/2-day training. Our Family Services, 3830 E Bellevue St. 520-638-5170. Ctornbom@OurFamilyServices.org. OurFamilyServices.org/Training.
Art Exhibit Unity of Tucson – Meet the artist, 9:15-11:30am. Open all day. 2/1-2/22. Meet artist Patricia C Bischof who will be exhibiting her art; mixed media, assemblage, and paintings. Free. 520-577-3300. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl. Notpcb.wordpress.com.
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Shame Resilience Training for Therapists – 10am-5pm. Based on Brene Brown’s curriculum, a 2 day workshop for therapists to explore and engage this rich material. $180. Rivers Way Studio, 7974 N Oracle Rd, Ste #110. 520-271-1539. L i n d a @ R i v e r s Wa y P s y c h o t h e r a p y. c o m . RiversWayPsychotherapy.com. Healing Fair – 12-5pm. Experience different healing modalities from varied practitioners. Reiki, massage, sound healing, distance healing, animal communication, and more. $15/one session, $40/ three sessions. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-444-3392. Dfn1@icloud.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. The Resilience Advantage: Skills for Personal and Professional Effectiveness – 2-5pm. Based on HeartMath’s research into performance. Learn practices that increase wellbeing, clarity and emotional stability. Central Tucson. Ann Baldwin, PhD. $60. Mind-Body-Science, 3300 E Hawthorne St. 520-795-4048. ABaldwinMind-Body-Science.com. Mind-Body-Science.com. Organic Activism Potluck – 2-9pm. Enjoy an organic vegan potluck party to support efforts for an organic future. Ballot initiatives to solve our problems need your support. Join our network. Donation. For RSVPs only. Tanque Verde Area. 520-427-5811. ActivismTruth@gmail.com. RightToKnowArizona.com.
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Learning How To Take Care of Myself: Sugar, Emotions and Stress – 5:30-3:30pm. Practical tools in an interactive setting to take control of sugar craving and stress covering diet, detox, breath, microbiome, movement and meditation. $39/one, $115/all. Ft Lowell/Columbus area. 520-325-9686. Intestines@SheilaShea.com. IntestinalHealthInstitute.com.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9
Ocean of Bliss Yoga Retreat in San Pancho, Mexico – 3pm-11am. YOGA instructors Marcia Galleher & her daughter Crystal from Bisbee, AZ invite you to this eco-resort in Mexico on the Pacific Ocean. Includes yoga, lodging, meals and more. $800$980. Tailwind Jungle Lodge, PO 786, San Pancho. Mexico. 520-432-3726. MobiusMagic@gmail.com. MobiusProductsAndServices.com.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
TIES Guest Speaker: Dr. Bruce Greyson – 6:308:30pm. Called the father of NDE research, cofounder of IANDS, created Greyson scale to measure NDEs, edited Journal of Near-Death Studies for 26 years. $5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl. 520-395-2365. TucsonAZ@IANDS.org. TucsonIANDS.org.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
Children’s Museum Tucson $2 Admission Day – 9am-5pm. 11,000 square feet of exhibits to enjoy fun, play-based, interactive learning experiences. Discover the place where imagination and learning connect. $2. Children’s Museum Tucson, 200 S 6th Ave. 520-792-9985. Daniela@ChildrensMuseumTucson.org. ChildrensMuseumTucson.org. Reiki Level II – 12pm-5pm. Increase your capacity for channeling energy and be attuned to bridge geography and access information across time and space. $100/$30 for reattunements. $100. 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd, Marana. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com. Journey to Mastery: Magnify, Magnetize, & Manifest Magnificence – 10am-7pm. 2/152/16. Program includes guided meditation and energetic activations to assist you, along with hands on activities to enable your conscious mind to easily assimilate. TOMF, 3182 N. Swan Rd. KathleenAGraham@gmail.com. FrequencyFormulationTechnologies.com.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Discover your Innate Gifts/Abilites – 10am-2pm. Create sacred space using color, mantras, visualization and the power of prayer while strengthening and enhancing your energy field from being drained. $55. Journey To Healing, 3245 E Mountainaire Dr. 520-825-4645. JourneyToHealing@msn.com. JourneyToHealing.com.
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Skillfully Aware Mindfulness and Meditation – 6-8pm. Mondays, Feb 23-Mar 30. 6-Weeks to overcoming stress, pain and strong emotions or urges. $300. Mention this listing and save $100. Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd. 520-981-9911. Classes@SkillfullyAware.com. SkillfullyAware.com.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27
The Power of Working with Emotion: Two Levels of Transformation – 2/27-2/28. Join Danish psychologist, Jette Simon for an introductory training on Susan Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Treatment (EFT) for couples. CEUs are available. Register early for discount. 520-624-2743. CaritasHealing.com/Events.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7 2015 PCOA Ages Stages Active Adult Lifestyle Expo – 9am-4pm. Active adult lifestyle expo, with 100 exhibitors, informative seminars. Entertainment and activities for all ages. Free. Casino Del Sol Grand Ballroom, 5655 W Valencia Rd. 520-305-3401. Khoidal@PCOA.org. PCOA.org.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
Reiki Advanced Symbols – 12-5pm. These symbols will focus your energies and raise your frequency. Learn scientific evidence that Reiki does impact healing and heightens intuition. $100. 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd, Marana. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21
Animal Communication – 1-3pm. Learn intuitive skills and communicate with animals about behaviors, needs, and wellness. Bring photographs of your pet. $30/advance, $35/day of event. Spirits Child Metaphysical Gift Shop, 3870 W River Rd. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com.
SUNDAY, APRIL 26 Transformational Life Strategies Weekly Seminar Series – 6:45-8:15pm. Seminar begins with weekly educational presentation. Then participants discuss the presentation content and discuss their own personal topics and questions. Free. Williams Centre Campus, 310 S Williams Blvd, Ste 102, 520-829-0225. RonnieK@MyStrategies.Life. MyStrategies.Life.
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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: 520884-5340. 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. Talk on India Pilgrimage. Snack and fellowship follows. Ananda Center, 1002 E Prince Rd. 520-299-9309. ElizabethLMason@yahoo.com. AnandaArizona.org.
Morning and Evening Meditation – 7am & 7pm, Daily. Begin and end your day with Sanskrit chanting, worship and meditation in the contemplative environment of Jyoti Mandir – Temple of Light. Free. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr, 520-743-0384.
Community of Light Sunday Services – 11am12:30pm.Metaphysical and spiritual gathering of lightworkers for healing, prophecy, enlightenment and growth. All welcome. Donations welcome. Unscrewed Theater, 3244 E Speedway Blvd. 520304-1768. DianaoHoh@yahoo.com. CommunityOfLightTucson.com.
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Community of Light Reiki Circle--12:45pm02:15pm. 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.
I Ching Lunar Journaling – 1st Sun. New moon seminars engaging spiritual alchemy in a Zen Taoist way. Shojo 6, 18 days or 72 days over 2 1/2 lunar cycles. See DaleBruder.com/Taotime for seminar times and locations. 520-331-1956. TaoTime@DaleBruder.com. FoodInRoot St. Philip’s Plaza Farmers’ Market –8am-1pm. Saturdays & Sundays. Great local food, music and non-profits. Free. St Philip’s Plaza, SE corner of River & Campbell. 520-261-6982. Tim@ FoodInRoot.com. 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. Free. 1551 S Eastside Loop #121. 520-546-3696. RevNita@UnityPeaceAZ.com. UnityPeaceaAZ.com. The Deeper Meaning of Jesus’ Words – 1011am. Sunday service. Explore the underlying ideas of our Christian heritage for your deeper understanding. Child-care provided. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-3300. UnityTus.com. Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebration Services – 10am, meditation; 10-11:30am, service. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd. 520-319-1042, Admin@TucsonCSL.org. TucsonCSL.org. United Fellowship Chapel – 10am-3pm. 10am & 2pm service. Sunday Services feature a guided meditation, healing, inspirational speakers and psychic messages. Everyone receives a message. Free. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-327-0142. DFN1@icloud.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace Sunday Celebration – 10:30-11:30am. Potluck last Sun. 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.
Science of Spirituality – 1-2:15pm. Meditation every 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday. Free. WellnessFirst! 3861 North 1st Ave. 520-398-4266. Controlling Anxiety – 2-4pm. 1st & 4th Sunday. 4-week class, cognitive-behavioral exercises, relaxation and breathing techniques, mindfulness practices, discussion. Fragrance-free class. Steve Ross, MA, LMFT (CA). $100 pre-paid or $30/class. Central Tucson location. Pre-register: 520- 825-2009. Steve.Ross@Wildblue.net. RelaxAndBreathe.net. Chapel of Awareness Spiritual Church, Healings & Readings – 4pm. Meditation, healings, spirit messages. Class follows at 5pm. Private Readings available after the service at 6-7pm. Free will donation. Chapel of Awareness, 931 N Fifth Ave. Call 520-820-0727 to reserve time. ChapelOfAwarenessTucson.net. Sacred Space – 4:30-6:30pm. Weekly gathering with live music, inspiration from the world’s spiritual traditions, community connection. Maker House, 283 N Stone Ave. 520-318-3557. SacredSpaceTucson@gmail.com. SacredSpaceTucson.org.
monday Bio-Touch Sessions – 9am-5pm. Try Bio-Touch, an application of the universal principle “Love Thy Neighbor”, as a means of alleviating pain, stress and supporting good health. By donation. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.com. How to Meditate – 11:30am-12:30pm. This 4-week class debunks the myth that you have to “do it right” or not at all. Meditation helps with stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain. Advanced class at 12:30pm. $35 for 4 classes pre-paid or $10/class. Central Tucson location. Pre-register: 520- 825-2009. Steve.Ross@WildBlue.net. RelaxAndBreathe.net.
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Book Study-Demystifying Patanjalii – 6-8pm. Demystifying Patanjali: The Yoga Sutras. This study will give Yogananda’s take on the sutras of the wise men of ancient eastern cultures. 2nd and 4th Mondays. Free. Ananda Center Of Tucson, 1002 E Prince Rd. 520-743-9481. Pvold@comcast.net. AnandaArizona.org.
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FoodInRoot-Carondelet St. Joseph’s Farmer’s Market – 10am-2pm. 4th Tuesday of every month. Free. Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital, NE Corner of Carondelet Drive & Wilmot Rd. 520-261-6982. Tim@FoodInRoot.com. FoodInRoot.com. Self-Realization Psychic Development Classes – 3pm & 7pm. Explore Metaphysical concepts and principles in order to know thyself and awaken one’s own Authority in life through meditation and discussion. Donation. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E. 520-327-0142. Dfn1@icloud.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. Ventana Plaza, Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. Organic produce, organic meats and eggs, prepared food, baked items, body care products, coffee, teas, jams, jellies, soaps, artisans and live music. Free. Sunrise and Kolb. 520-603-8116. FoodInRoot-Carondelet St. Mary’s Farmers’ Market – 4-7:30pm. 3rd Tuesday of the month. Free. Carondelet St. Mary’s Hospital. 520-261-6982. Tim@FoodInRoot.com. FoodInRoot.com. Tuesday Tango – 5:30-7:30pm. Argentine Tango social with personal instruction available for beginners by experienced tango dancers, no pressure of a studio. Free will donations. Hana’s, 2960 N Swan, Ste 118. 520-290-0915. Hanaepi@aol.com. Hanaepi.com. A Course in Miracles x2 – 6-8:30pm. Traditional text for ACIM is offered Tuesdays at 6pm: Urtext version is Wednesday 6pm. $3-$5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Rm 1. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. Taize Meditation Service – 6:45-7:30pm. 1st & 3rd Tuesday. Taize is a service of prayer, song, readings, silence and meditation. Free. St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 602 N Wilmot Rd. 520-749-7950. SJTucson@aol.com. 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. Free. St Francis in the Foothills Church, Rm 30. 520-275-9802. LaughingJana@gmail.com.
wednesday Shame Resilience Class for Women – Based on Brene Brown’s 12-week curriculum to assist women in learning to identify, understand, and gain resilience to shame, the feeling that we are so flawed as to be unworthy of acceptance. $480. Rivers Way Studio, 7974 N Oracle Rd, Ste #110. 520-369-4017. Linda@RiversWayPsychotherapy.com. RiversWayPsychotherapy.com. Rainbow Sun Qigong – 9-10am. With Barbara Evans-Levine. This ancient Chinese mind-bodyspirit healing practice lowers stress, boosts the immune system, calms the mind, creates balance and
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harmony within, and more. $7. Lotus Massage & Wellness Center, 2850 E Grant Rd. 520-760-0054. bjel17@yahoo.com. Bio-Touch Sessions – 9am-5pm. Try Bio-Touch, an application of the universal principle “Love Thy Neighbor”, as a means of alleviating pain, stress and supporting good health. By donation. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.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. Free. 1551 S Eastside Loop, Ste 121. 520-546-3696. Info@UnityPeaceAZ.com. Life’s Support Group – 10-11am. Meet with a group supporting life’s changes and demands. Support with health, exercise, mental well-being and more. $10. WellnessFirst! 3861 N First Ave, Bldg A. 520-668-0039. Saberlmp@aol.com. 3861WellnessFirst.com. In Search of the Sacred: Oaxacan Art--11am11:30pm. Join Stevie Mack and explore the art of the indigenous peoples of Mexico’s mountainous regions. Full of meaning and inspiration. $45/3-session class. University of Arizona (Services Building), 888 North Euclid. 520-626-5093. Castewart@email.Arizona.edu. CE.Arizona.edu. Raising Your Vibration to 5-D series – 5-7pm. 6 month mastery program will give the skills, and steps for a profound journey of raising awareness and 3-D vibrations into 5-D oneness with new teachings, discussions and experiential practices. $45/class. Tele-Conference class, the comfort of your own home. 520-825-4645. JourneyToHealing@msn.com. JourneyToHealing.com. Skillfully Aware Mindfulness and Meditation – 6-8pm. 6-Weeks to overcoming stress, pain and strong emotions or urges. $300. Mention this listing and save $100. Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd. 520-981-9911. Classes@SkillfullyAware. com. SkillfullyAware.com.
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experience necessary. A few drums available. Free. Rhythm Industries, 1013 S Tyndall Ave. 520-624-6110. Sinde@cox.net. Spring Forest Qigong – 10-11am. Experience relaxation, healing, energizing. Taught by two experienced Qigong masters Steve McGeeney and Tandra Goodwin. $10. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-303-6042. Molly.Nelson@q.com. Bodymind Refreshment – 1:30pm. with Norma Itule, Certified Biosomatic Educator. Deeply relaxing moving meditation class, we unshackle tension with somatic movements on the floor, then enhance the release in warm water. $60/4 classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-977-6847 or Nitule7@hotmail.com. Maker’s Square - A Downtown Tucson Art and Farmers’ Market – 4-8pm. Monthly evening event downtown, a celebration of farmers, food, crafts, artisan goods, live music, and even brew on tap. Free. Maker’s House, SW Corner of Stone Ave & Toole Ave. Facebook.com/events/1523913997846212/. Yoga and Meditation – 5:15-6:45pm. As taught by Paramahansa Yogananda. Includes energization and chanting. All levels of yoga and meditation welcome. Free. 1002 E Prince Rd. Elizabeth: 520-299-9309. ElizabethLMason@yahoo.com. AnandaArizona.org. Green Chamber Monthly Networking Mixer – 5:30-7:30pm. 4th Thurs. RSVP at our website sagcc. org or 520-777-7138 and leave message. $10/members. $15/non-members. Location different every month. 520-870-2136. SantanaDaniels@sagcc.org.
Mold Support Meeting – Last Thurs. Free. Foothills Business Park, 10831 N Mavinee Dr, Ste 185, Oro Valley. 520-419-4668.
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.
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its documented healing energies. $5 suggested donation. Bookman’s, 1930 E Grant Rd. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com. 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. Free. St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 4440 N Campbell Ave. 520-820-6537. Javani@outlook.com. StPhilipsTucson.org/Pastoral-Care. Ascended Masters’ Introductory Classes – 7-8:30pm. Learn about your own individual Divine Being, your I AM Presence. Find Divine solutions to every challenge. Free. The Temple of The Presence, 11902 E Irvington Rd. 520-751-2039. SusanKnittel@msn.com. TempleOfThePresence.org.
friday Catalina Farmers Market Artworks & More – 9am-1pm. Fresh produce, baked goods, salmon, range-fed beef, artisans, unique gifts, food court, more. 77 N Marketplace (Farmer’s). Become a vendor, $15-$20 per booth. 16733 N Oracle Rd, Catalina. 970-903-0529. MichaelisPlaza@gmail.com. 77NorthMarketPlace.com. Bio-Touch Sessions – 9am-5pm. Try Bio-Touch, an application of the universal principle “Love Thy Neighbor” as a means of alleviating pain, stress and supporting good health. By donation. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.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. Free. UA Medical Center, NW Corner of Speedway & Campbell. 520.261.6982. Tim@FoodInRoot.com. FoodInRoot.com. Healing Meditation & Message Circle – 12-1pm. Guided healing meditation. Everyone receives a message. Donation. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-444-0142. Dfn1@icloud.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. A.C.T. For Creating Tele-Class – 1-2pm. With Pamela Dakota Gold, M.A., Creativity/Life Coach. Interested in stepping into your creativity more or completing a project? Use the positive energy of a supportive creative community by joining us on a free tele-class. Free. 520.906.7542. Inspire@ArtsForTheHeart.com. ArtsForTheHeart.com. 4th Ave FoodFest – 4-8pm. Great local food and music. 4th Ave & 4th St. 602-329-2766. FoodInRoot@gmail.com. FoodInRoot.com. Movement for Every Body! Free Introductory Authentic Movement Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Unique improvisational form of movement deepens
your relationship to body, thoughts and emotions. Simple movements for everybody. Free. 6781 N Thornydale Rd, #225. PerformItAZ@gmail.com. SpiralJourneySchoolOfMovement.wordpress.com
saturday Miracle Marketplace: Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market – 8am-12pm. Fresh organic produce, artisans, psychic readings, and more. New vendors always welcome. Ample parking. Monterey Court, 505 W Miracle Mile at 14th Ave. 520-2072429 ext. 2 Marketplace@MontereyCourtAZ.com MontereyCourtAZ.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. Free. Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N Oracle Rd. Heirloomfm.com. FoodInRoot St. Philip’s Plaza Farmers’ Market – 8am-1pm. St. Philip’s Farmers’ Market-Saturdays & Sundays. Great local food, music and non-profits. Free. St. Philip’s Plaza, SE Corner of River & Campbell. 520-261-6982. Tim@FoodInRoot.com. FoodInRoot.com. Rincon Valley Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. Organic produce, fresh flowers, baked goods, ironworks, arts and crafts by local artisans. 12500 E Old Spanish Trail. Plaza Palomino Saturday Market – 10am-2pm. Fresh produce, breads, coffee, tea, plants, tamales, salsa and emu oil products. Live music. 2970 N Swan Rd. 520-523-1005.
markyourcalendar SATURDAY VISUAL ARTS WORKSHOPS! 1:30 - 4:00 pm
Fun, nurturing, drop-in open studio workshop offers guidance for painting, mixed-media and collage explorations. All levels welcome! $20 includes materials. 520-991-0147 CarolynKingArts.com
Kick-start Your Weight Loss – 2-4pm. Mahria Thompson, M.A. and Clinical Psychologist will guide and support you as you activate your slim, healthy, happy self on four consecutive Saturdays starting January 10. $10/per class. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N. Camino Blanco, Rm 1. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com.
classified A N I M A L C O M M U N I C AT I O N A N D 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. CELLULAR CLEANSING CAN IMPROVE HEALTH, NEUTRALIZE MEMORIES, move you toward physical and emotional wellness. Also Advanced energy medicine classes, sessions. 520-272-4290. Amy@AmyHochreiterCoaching.com. HOURLY SPACE RENTAL – 8am-8pm. Beautiful room for massage, energy healing, etc. Professional Environment, no monthly fees, high overhead or contracts required. $10/ hr. 3861 N First Ave, Bldg B. 520-232-4585. SaberLmp@aol.com. 3861WellnessFirst.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. 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. 500 + SQ FT of carpeted beautiful teaching space includes ample parking, chairs and conference tables at WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. $25 per hour. Various times and days available. Zach, 520-209-1755.
How To Get Married After Forty Workshop – 12-4pm. 2nd Sat. Find your ideal mate by becoming an ideal mate. Learn how through interactive exercises and discussion. Book-based. Fragrance-free. Steve Ross, MA, LMFT. $65, includes book. Central Tucson location. Pre-register: 520-825-2009. Steve.Ross@Wildblue.net. RelaxAndBreathe.net.
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ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE DEL SOUL
Nanie Carillo, L.Ac. Dipl. O.M. Located within Caritas Center for Healing 330 E. 16th St., 85701 520-979-7078 NanieC@acupuncturedelsoul.com Acupuncturedelsoul.com 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 24.
INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CONSULTING GROUP (IHCG) Jeff Larson / Director 520-678-1596 3333 N Campbell Dr, Ste #1, 85719 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, Reike, Tui-na (Asian bodywork), massage, counseling and strength training under one roof looking to serve individuals’ specific needs and goals.
ART ARTISTRY ACADEMY MUSIC & ART
Music lessons and art classes for all ages 12112 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Ste 120, 85755 520-308-4511 ArtistryOffice@artistryacademy.net ArtistryAcademy.net All the family is invited to enjoy our music lessons and art classes. Music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, violin, drums, bass, ukulele, flute, and rock band classes. Art classes in drawing, watercolors, oils and acrylics painting. Painting events for children and BYOB pain ting events for adults. Private corporate events and parties available. Call now and discover your Artistry with us!
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Don May, LMT Location: Your home, business, or organization Massage Therapy 520-730-0656 HEART TO HAND STUDIO DonMay.MassageTherapy.com Don May, LMT Carolyn King Visual Arts classes & workshops forHealing, all levels Enjoy the deeply healing benefits of wellness, 35 E. Toole Ave. therapeutic massage in the comfort relaxation, & 520-991-0147 of your home or business. Relieve balance in the CarolynKingArts.com chronic pain, release stress, or comfort of your own home recover from injuries with Don’s Teaching-artist, Carolyn King,or I nurturing Integrative Bodywork M.A. offers guidancebusiness. and travel to you! (blending traditional massage support in painting, drawing, $10 discount modalities with Craniosacral and mixed-media and collage in a on first session Reiki). Prenatal/pregnancy massage 520-730-0656 nurturing studio environment a specialty. See ad page 35. designed to provide aDonMay.MassageTherapy.com place for community to explore, express, heal and celebrate through the visual arts. LOTUS MASSAGE Drop-in and private sessions available.Call for & WELLNESS CENTER more information. See ad page 8. 2850 E. Grant Rd., 85716
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, most often at the Unitarian Universalist Church on 22nd Street. Sign up on website to receive emails about our events and their location each month.
BODYWORK ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES
Randy Usem, LMT Radix Practitioner Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563 • Armorless.net TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com Randy has 25 years bodywork experience, providing treatments that are stress busting or for specific issues. Sometimes sessions are energetic and primal, using sound, breath and movement which access deep tension and feelings. Also, Male-Female Team facilitating a uniquely blended, nurturing massage experience. See ad page 35.
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 & Nurses receive CE Credits. See ad on page 35.
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520-326-7700 LotusTucson.com
For massage that relieves long-held tension, alleviates pain, and brings lasting therapeutic benefits – while feeling great to receive – 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 34.
SANTA RITA SPRINGS
Dorothy Richmond, LMT Aquatic Massage, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Cranial Sacral, Watsu 520-622-4201 520-990-1857 Watsu_Woman_Az@yahoo.com SantaRitaSprings.com
Aquatic Massage, or Watsu®, immerses the body in 96 degree warm 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 35.
TUCSON MINDFUL MASSAGE Carol Daniel 520-760-3358 TucsonMindfulMassage.com
My experience of thirty years of massage and meditation enable me to deeply listen to you and your body to provide the optimal treatment for you. $25 off first session for new clients (regular $75)! See ad on page 35.
CHIROPRACTIC BE NOW CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Lee Ann Kalaba 520-484-3471 Facebook.com/benowchiro
Light-force chiropractic adjustments, Soft Tissue Release, nutritional counseling, weight-loss strategies, exercise programs. Call today for a free consultation. See ad on page 14.
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 on page 18.
CLASSES HEART TO HAND STUDIO
Carolyn King Visual Arts classes & workshops for all levels 35 E. Toole Ave. 520-991-0147 CarolynKingArts.com Teaching-artist, Carolyn King, invites you to experience painting, drawing, print-making and mixed-media as paths for exploring and expressing your authentic inner world. Join others as you welcome colors and images of your soul to be seen and shared. Materials included in class cost. Attend a drop-in session to see if this is a ‘fit’ for you. See ad page 8.
JOURNEY TO HEALING
Linda Johns 520-825-4645 JourneyToHealing.com Experience profound healing, self-awareness, and growth, through the Self-Mastery programs, “Awakening your Authentic Self”, “Raising your Vibration to 5-D Oneness” and “Opening to Your Soul”.
SKILLFULLY AWARE
Lynda Skinner 520-981-9911 Classes@SkillfullyAware.com SkillfullyAware.com
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. See ad page 7.
COACHING COUNSELING & GUIDANCE ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES
Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner 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 35.
CREATING AN EXTRAORDINARY RELATIONSHIP Paul Zohav M.Ed. 520-297-3085 RelationshipLiteracy.wildapricot.org
Create a life worth loving. Learn how to have honor and respect in any relationship: at home, with teens, in public, at work. Easy to learn and implement communication and relationship strategies, insights, and best practices. Phone and Skype sessions available. First 45-minute consultation free.
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.
STEVE ROSS, M.A., L.M.F.T. (CA)
520-825-2009 • Steve.Ross@wildblue.net Honest discussion coupled, with natural techniques like diaphragmatic breathing, mindfulness, relaxation, and neutralizing negative thoughts, can help “right the boat.” Individuals, couples, kids too can benefit. Sliding scale. Central Tucson location. Also offering three classes.
TRANSFORMATIONAL STRATEGIES Ronnie Kaufman, Master Strategist Catalyst for Self-Discovery & Change MyStrategies.Life • 520.829.0225
Are you eager for personal change and discovery? Maybe you want to find your inner passion… fresh purpose in life… to get beyond the “relationship tango”… or just feel connected. Take this FREE Strategy Survey at: AwakeningsSurvey.myStrategies.Life. See ad page 14.
COLON HYDROTHERAPY INTESTINAL HEALTH INSTITUTE
520-325-9686 Intestines@sheilashea.com IntestinalhealthInstitute.com Sheila Shea MA has 38 years experience and is Board Certified. Her Institute offers Colon Hydrotherapy, GAPS™ Counseling & Groups and Workshops. She specializes in Colonoscopy preparation, diet and detoxification support and abdominal massage. Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Body! See ad page 12.
SKYLINE HEALTHWORKS
Sandra Joy Van Hall 2230 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, 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! See ad page 25.
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VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN WellnessFirst! 3861 N First Ave, 85719 520-403-1686 VerySpecialAlternatives@gmail.com
ENERGY HEALING/EFT-ADV Graduate: Barbara Brennan School of Healing (4 yr. school) EFT Practitioner, Psyche-K 520-909-3455 EnergyBalancingAz.com
FDA-approved system integrated with full, closed-gravity option. Dual-filtered, UV-purified water; disposable speculums. Probiotic reflorastation. Affordable rates & packages. RN with 29 years’ experience, 18 with colon hydrotherapy. Ear coning, phlebotomy & IV therapy, The One Command. Flexible hours include weekends.
DENTISTRY MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL
Dr. Steven A. Swidler DDS & Dr. Kenneth C. Glass DDS 4650 W. Jojoba Dr., 85745 520-743-7101 • MedicineWheelDental.com 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.
DIAPER SERVICE SUN SPROUT
Cloth Diaper Delivery Service 520-351-2370 Ileana@sunsprout.us SunSprout.us
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 Confident Self back!
OPEN PATHWAYS
Judy Ferrig, M.S., IARP Energy, Healing, and Communications 520-245-4214 OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com Energetic healing for people and animals is key to wellbeing 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.CE’s available for all Reiki levels.
TOUCH FOR HEALTH Adelphi Wellness Center Touch for Health Boone Emmons 520-784-9397 Adelphii06@me.com
Explore Optimum Wellness with Touch for Health, a system of balancing posture, attitude and Energy. Personal Sessions, train to become an Instructor, learn and incorporate Touch for Health into your current practice skill set. Complimentary 1st visit. See ad page 10.
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 us at 520-3512370 or visit www.SunSprout.us.
FARMERS’ MARKETS
ENERGY WORK A TIME OF HEALING
FOOD IN ROOT FARMERS’ MARKETS
Felice DiAnna at A Time Of Healing gives energy healing sessions using the modalities of Reiki, Reflexology and Intuitive Life Coaching. Some benefits of this work are helping reduce pain and stress, improve sleep, and boost the immune system bringing balance and alignment to body, mind and spirit and so enhancing the quality of life at all levels. See ad page 34.
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 at UAMC (Fri, 10a-2pm), St. Phillip’s Farmers’ Markets( Satand Sun, 8a-1p), Carondelet St. Joseph’s (4th Tues of each month,10am 2pmandCarondelet St. Mary’s (3rd Tues of each month, 4-7:30pm).
Felice Di Anna Near Beautiful Armory Park 520-743-8400 Felice@ATimeOfHealing.com
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HAIR SALONS PROJEKK
Modern Organic Hairdressing Placita de la Luna 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. Haircolour is ammonia free and organic, providing beautiful professional results.
HEALTHFOOD STORES DESERT WELLNESS NUTRITION 125 W. Calle De Las Tiendas, #103A Green Valley, 85614 520-625-3665 • Desertwn.com
Desert Wellness is a local health food store that’s 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 and qualified to guide customers to healthier lifestyles.
HEALTH SCREENING PROACTIVE HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC
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 through 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 5.
HEALTHY EATING 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 from 7am-3pm. Vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs are easily accommodated. The gallery includes original art work, jewelry, leather goods and greeting cards. See ad page 11.
HOLISTIC HEALTH/ ALTERNATIVE HEALING CARITAS CENTER FOR HEALING 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 on page 29.
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 5:30 pm with musical meditation, spiritual discourse and dinner at 7 pm for $3.
LOVIN’ SPOONFULS VEGETARIAN RESTARANT
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 TucsonTM 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 ready to reclaim mastery over your health and wellness? Do you have symptoms that can no longer be ignored? Offering Function Assessment to unlock your bio-individual needs. Customized plan with a focus on nutrient-dense whole foods. Certified in: Nutritional Therapy, GAPS & Gluten Sensitivity.
330 E. 16th St., 85701 520-624-2743 • CaritasHealing.com
For comprehensive wellness, come to Caritas, where you can receive yoga therapy, acupuncture, massage, relationship counseling, EMDR, and more. Select the class/ practitioner that is the best fit for you! Rental space also available. Located in a historic neighborhood near downtown.
COYOTE HEALING CENTER David C Rupley, Jr, MD(H) 700 N Country Club Rd. Suite 110, 85716 CoyoteHealingCenter.com Dcrupley@gmail.com
Coyote Healing Center is using a new instrument that generates pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF). 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 with David Rupley, Jr., M.D.(H). See ad page 28.
INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CONSULTING GROUP (IHCG) Jeff Larson / Director 520-678-1596 3333 N Campbell Dr, Ste #1, 85719 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, Reike, 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, Ph.D. 520-730-0236 LifeHealer.org
LINDA CERVENY, LCSW, MSWAC, LLC 6965 N. Oracle Rd., 85704 520-797-1234 ManInTheMaze2013@gmail.com
Psychotherapist with 33 years experience. Specialities chemical dependency, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, dual diagnosis, GLBT issues, depression, women’s issues. Weekly Eating Disorders recovery therapy group available. Man in the maze room currently open to include numerous experiential offerings by a variety of practitioners, energy workers, artists, and teachers.
MARY ACKERLEY MD, MD(H), ABIHM Board Certified Psychiatrist Doctor of Homeopathy Certified Biotoxin Specialist 520-299-5694 MaryMD@mypassion4health.com MyPassion4Health.com
Mary Ackerley, MD, MD(H), ABIHM is a classically-trained board-certified psychiatrist specializing in Chronic Fatigue, Mold Sickness, Anxiety and Depression. Visit her website and read her articles to learn more. See ad page 33.
SERINA FRENCH
Massage Therapist, Energy Healer, Psychic Stress Management Coach 520-615-6139 Serifren@cox.net Massage with a twist! Serina’s combined skills as a massage therapist, psychic and stress management coach provide new levels of wellbeing and insight! 25% savings for new clients. See ad page 34.
HOME SERVICES PLANET HUGGER 877-624-3326 Planet-Hugger.com
An eco-friendly home and office cleaning company & offers natural cleaning products. 877-624-3326. See ad on page 46.
Pam McMahon, Ph.D., offers ear candling, infra-red 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 on pages 32, 35 and 41.
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LIFE COACHING/ COUNSELORS ALAS HYPNOTHERAPY AND LIFE COACHING Dr. Tomas Sepulveda 6510 E 22nd St, 85710 520-885-0575 ALASLifeCoaching.com
MUSIC MUSIC FOR HEALTH AND WHOLENESS
Suzanne Grosvenor Sound Portrait Music Composer, Life Coach, Piano Teacher NW Tucson 520-229-6282 MusicForHealth.net
Experience fast and lasting change!
HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY NORTHSTAR HYPERBARICS
Dr. Carol Henrinks, MD 7598 N. La Cholla Blvd., 85741 520-229-1238 • NorthstarHBOT.com
Life Coaching will help you Suzanne utilizes a gift for Dr. Sepulveda powerful techniques like NLP and improve your personal uses and/or hearing music from people she Hypnosis. Offering interventions for these and other professional life, including: meets along with a rich conditions: addictions, anxiety, depression, anger, stress, overcoming fears, personal background of music skills and fears and phobias, weight issues. development, improving relationlifelong training, combined with Call to schedule your appointment today. ships, getting direction in life, 25+ years supporting people’s defining goals and developing Don’t limit your challenges, healing and self improvement Dr. Tomasplans, Sepulveda action reducing stress, help to get a grip on through music. Group Gatherings, workshops, challenge your limits life, identifying weaknesses, etc. See ad page 10. Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching Private Sessions. Also, Piano Lessons. See ad www.ALASLifeCoaching.com page 23.
MENTAL HEALTH Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy SepulvedaRT@Gmail.com (HBOT) saturates the body with520-885-0575 se habla español DR STEPHEN STREITFELD oxygen reducing inflammation MindSource Centre and enhancing recovery from 7345 E. Tanque Verde Rd., 85715 central nervous system injury 520-296-7766 • 520-296-2301 including: Traumatic Brain MindSourceCentre.com Injury, Post Concussion Facebook.com/mindsourcecentre Syndrome, Stroke, Multiple Break free from the chains of Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, Birth Injury, Autism, depression. Transcranial Magnetic Spinal Cord Injury, Near Drowning, Anoxic Brain Stimulation (TMS) Therapy can help. Injury and other conditions. See ad on page 19. FDA approved medical treatment. TMS is not medication and sessions HYPNOTHERAPY are done right in the office. Check out MindSourceCentre.com to learn ALAS HYPNOTHERAPY AND LIFE more about TMS or call to set up a TMS consultaCOACHING tion. Free monthly TMS Education Day, see calendar. Dr. Tomas Sepulveda Some insurances accepted. 6510 E 22nd St, 85710 520-885-0575 ALASLifeCoaching.com
E. JEAN DUBOSE, LCSW 520-625-9128
Experience fast and lasting change! ThePlaceOfHealingTherapy.com Hypnotherapy can help with Dr.addictions, Sepulveda uses powerful NLP and Online like scheduling overcoming fears and techniques Hypnosis. stress Offering interventions for these and other Insurance accepted phobias, insomnia, relief, conditions: addictions, anxiety, depression, anger, stress, motivation for success, Jean combines the best of Traditional fears and phobias, weight issues. correcting bad habits, anxiety Call to schedule your appointment today. and Non Traditional therapies relief, improve memory, weight -energy, crystals, essential oils , loss, self-esteem, and limit athleticyour challenges, sound, shamanic journey in her Don’t performance and more. See yourself with new and Dr. Tomas Sepulveda counseling practice to assist her challenge your limits empowering habits that you pursue passionately. clients to achieve their goals for Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching See ad page 10. relief of depression, anxiety, trauma, www.ALASLifeCoaching.com grief and for spiritual transformation. SepulvedaRT@Gmail.com PAST 520-885-0575
LIFE REGRESSION
habla español Tina Kelly,seRN, CHt 4737 N. 1st Ave., 85718 520-225-0307 TucsonPastLifeRegression.com TinaKellyRN.com
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 40.
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A Unique Gift Shop Marana Market Pl., Ste. 120 S.E. Corner Thornydale & Orange Grove 520-744-4402 • SpiritsChild.com Your resource for one-of-akind 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. New location.
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NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE DR. DEEANN SABER, NMD WellnessFIRST! 3861 N. First Ave., 85719 520-209-1755 3861WellnessFirst.com
Dr. Saber is a Primary Care Naturopathic Physician who specializes in Endocrinology and Functional Medicine. Using science-based information as well as your personal symptoms we will together find the best way to your optimal health. See ad page 36.
NATUREMEDICA NATUROPATHIC CLINIC & DETOX SPA Judy Gianni, NMD Katie Roase, NMD Kam Tecaya, NMD 1 W. Wetmore Road Suite #101, 85705 520-887-4287 Naturemedica.net
Hormone Balancing • Bioidentical Hormones • Thyroid Issues • Gastrointestinal Complaints • Autoimmune Disorders • Skin Conditions • Allergies • Pediatrics • Weight-Loss • Acupuncture • Colon Hydrotherapy • Nutritional IVs • Well-Woman Exams • Quick Care Clinic
WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE Dr. Lance Morris 1601 N. Tucson Blvd., Ste 37, 85716 520-322-8122 ResonantSoundTherapy.com Wfmedicine@gmail.com
Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing ‘nature cure’ to heal mind, body, spirit. Developer of RST; Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad page 22.
PAST LIFE REGRESSION JOURNEY TO WELLNESS Pam McMahon, Ph.D. 520-730-0236 LifeHealer.org
Pam McMahon, Ph.D., offers ear candling, infra-red 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 on pages 32, 35 and 41.
TINA KELLY, RN, CHT
4737 N 1st Ave., 85718 520-225-0307 TucsonPastLifeRegression.com TinaKellyRN.com 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 40.
TAO TIME
Dale Bruder 1505 N. Alamo Pl., 85712 520-331-1956 DaleBruder.com • TaoTime@dalebruder.com New moon seminars engaging spiritual alchemy in a Zen Taoist way. Shojo 72 days over 2 ½ lunar cycles in an I Ching mandala of 12 hexagrams. Be in a time of blossoming, realize something and manifest it. Register at dalebruder.com.
PHYSICAL THERAPY APPLIED PHYSICAL MEDICINE + TYGIEL PHYSICAL THERAPY Noah Abrahams, PT, DPT 6606 E Carondelet Dr, 85710 520-591-1634 AppliedPhysicalMedicine.com Noah@appliedphysicalmedicine.com
Dr. Noah Abrahams believes that you can live without debilitating, nagging, or simply frustrating pain. His expertise in manual therapy, coupled with his intuitive Home Therapeutic exercise plans will allow the client to return to function quickly. See ad on page 18.
PATIENT ADVOCATES
PET SERVICES
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...your healthcare safety net Karen Mercereau, RN, iRNPA 3212 N. Anderson Dr., 85716 520-743-7008 Info@PatientAdvocates.com PatientAdvocates.com
Facing acute illness or chronic conditions or a new diagnosis? Learn more about why this is happening and explore all your treatment options. We protect and guide you in your healthcare – asking those questions you don’t know how to ask.
PERSONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT SKILLFULLY AWARE
Lynda Skinner 520-981-9911 Classes@SkillfullyAware.com SkillfullyAware.com
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. See ad page 7.
Nancy McDonald Certified Canine Massage Therapist 520-591-2950 AnimalAllyAZ@gmail.com Is your pet recovering from injury or illness, or just getting on in years? Animal Ally can help. Using massage, Reiki, aromatherapy and communication, Nancy guides and assists you and your pet in achieving optimum health, naturally! $20 off first appointment. Call to schedule a session today! See ad page 35.
SALON/SPA SERVICES
SENIOR SERVICES ROSA’S CHANTE ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES Anthony Vaughn Diaz Owner/Administrator 2631 S. Blackmoon Dr., 85730 520-751-1998 RosasChanteTucson.com DiazAnthonyV66@gmail.com
Rosa’s Chante A/L/S provides provides consulting services to senior living related service businesses in Tucson and southern Arizona; as well as family and referral/placement services for seniors needing any and all levels of assisted living care.
SEXUALITY JOURNEY TO WELLNESS Pam McMahon, Ph.D. 520-730-0236 LifeHealer.org
Have you lost your spark? Dr. Pam has the means to increase your desire and help you have confidence in your performance, overcome feelings of inadequacy and assist you in restoring the feeling of enjoying your sexuality and boost your sexual appeal.See ads on pages 32, 35 and 41.
SOUND THERAPY WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE
Dr. Lance Morris 1601 N. Tucson Blvd., Ste 37 85716 520-322-8122 • Wfmedicine@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing ‘nature cure’ to heal mind, body, spirit. Developer of RST; Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad page 22
XANADU SALON AND SPA
4026 E Grant Rd., 85712 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm 520-319-1116 XanaduSalonAndspa.com Xanadu Salon and Spa, located between N Sycamore and N Walnut, offers head to toe beauty treatments and wellness services that include: Facials, Cellulite solutions, Hair care, Microdermbrasion and Spa packages. Victoria Gonzalez and her team of stylists and trained therapists are ready to serve you with all your beauty needs. See ad page 33.
SPIRITUAL HEALING EXPLORING SPIRITUAL PATHS LLC 4525 E. Skyline Dr., Suite 105 85718 520-204-6866 ChloeBecca@exploringspiritualpaths.com
Exploring Spiritual Paths “holds sacred space” for people to explore, identify and deepen their unique spiritual paths. To this end, Chloe provides a myriad of practices, such as walking the labyrinth or experiencing SoulCollage®, coupled with deep listening and dialogue. See ad on page 18.
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UNITY CHURCH OF TUCSON
SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS
Rev. Larry and Mary Ellen Swartz 3617 N Camino Blanco, 85718 520-577-3300 UnityTucson.com
CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING - TUCSON
Rev. Donald Graves Sunday Service: 3231 N. Craycroft Rd., 85712 520-319-1042 • TucsonCSL.org Through partnering with possibility, expanding in consciousness, compassion and connection, and by offering spiritual tools that change lives, the Center for Spiritual Living Tucson provides an environment for spiritual deepening through classes in spiritual practice, community building activities, and meaningful sharing. “It’s like coming home, in a good way.” Sunday Celebration Service 10:30am, 10am Meditation. See ad on page 39.
CHAPEL OF AWARENESS SPIRITUAL CHURCH Rev. Jim McCaw, Pastor 931 N. Fifth Ave ChapelOfAwarenessTucson.net
Sunday Service, 4-5pm. Healing, Meditation followed by a Talk and Angel Messages. Develop your own clairaudience, clairvoyance, power of thought, healing and other psychic skills. You will learn to communicate with and know your own benevolent spiritual guides, guardian angels and spirit healers. Stillness meditation, concentration and healing will be taught and practiced in all classes. Parking in back.
THE TEMPLE OF THE PRESENCE 11902 East Irvington Rd.
(SW corner of Old Spanish Trail) 520-751-2039, ext. 100 TempleOfThePresence.org Saint Germain and the Ascended Masters stand ready to assist you. In their Radiance, you will learn how to release the Light from your Individualized I AM Presence. Find Divine solutions to every challenge. Spiral upward to your Ascension. Thursday classes, 7pm.
THE TEMPLE OF UNIVERSALITY Founder: Rev. Betty Tatalajski New Masonic Temple, 3590 N. Country Club Rd., 85716 520-884-5340 TempleOfUniversality@gmail.com TheTempleOfUniversality.org
Worship, Healing, Prophesy. Celebrating the Unity of God and Man. 11:00 am Sunday service, Free Metaphysical development classes in areas of: White Eagle World Healing Meditation, Alice Bailey books, Spiritual/Metaphysical Law, and Kaballah.
KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER ARIZONA 1701 E. Miles St., 85719 520-441-1617 MeditationInTucson.org
Classes in meditation and mindfulness. Train your mind in peace, happiness, and solving life’s problems. Evening, weekend classes in modern Buddhism, meditation retreats, chanted prayers led by Western Buddhist nun Gen Kelsang Lingpur. Transform your life! Meditation works! Everyone welcome!
TAMARA SPIRITUAL CENTER Pastor Karen Bock & Assoc. Pastor Vita Balsino 3002 E. Ft. Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513 Info@TamaraFoundation.com TarmaraSpirtualCenter.com
Tamara Spiritual Center offers fellowship, exploration of spirituality, and a place to worship filled with the Love and Light of the Creator. Information regarding the wide variety of spiritual cultures throughout the world is offered, including but not limited to Spiritualism, New Thought, and Metaphysics. See ad page 40.
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TUCSON IANDS EXPERIENCE SHARING (TIES) Facilitators: Chuck & Susan 520-395-2365 TucsonIANDS.org
Information on and sharing of NDEs and other transformative experiences. Open to public. Everyone has experiences worth sharing. Guest speaker series on 2nd Thursday (Oct – May); small groups on 3rd Thursday each month, 6:30 pm at Unity Church of Tucson.
UNITED FELLOWSHIP CHAPEL
Rev. Dorothea Nobile & Rev. Susan Wright 4718 E. Hawthorne St., 85711 529-327-0142 United-Fellowship-Chapel.com Study Self-Realization/Psychic Development to know yourself, heal and change. The Metaphysical Principles Course is more in-depth. You can learn how to apply these principles in your life. In the Chapel Seminary you can become an ordained minister. See ad page 16.
natural awakenings
Ministry of love, inspiration, learning, wholeness and joy empowering all people to embrace their divine nature. Daycare ages 1-5. Beautiful low-cost weddings. Largest metaphysical bookstore in the Tucson valley. See ad page 32.
UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF PEACE
1551 S. Eastside Loop, Ste. 121, 85710 520-546-3696 Info@unitypeaceaz.com Explore your spirituality in a warm and loving community of caring friends. Learn practical tools that really work to improve your life, and the world around you. Sunday service 10:30. Prayer services Sunday at 8:50am and Wednesdays at 9:45am. www.unitypeaceaz.com. See ad page 17.
T’AI CHI HEATHER CHALON, MPH, SENIOR TRAINER
T’ai Chi, Qigong, Tao Yoga 520-780-6751 Heather@MoveIntoWellBeing.com MoveIntoWellBeing.com 25+years experience. Practical solutions for relaxation, rejuvenation, harmony, balance. Inspiring healthy community by empowering people to improve wellness. Collaborative programs to serve your group’s needs. Skills workshops; instructor training; professional CEs; classes at various locations; private lessons.
WELLNESS CENTER NATURAL HEALING CARE CENTER 2272 E. Speedway Blvd., 85719
(Between Campbell & Tucson Blvd) 520-323-0069 NaturalHealingCareCenter.com Info@naturalhealingcarecenter.com Tucson’s local wellness clinic. Our team of Naturopathic Doctors and Therapists are dedicated to natural healing and individualized healthcare. We specialize in: Naturopathic Medicine (including pediatrics), Acupuncture, Massage Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Herbs & Nutrition, Kinesio Tape Application, Constitutional Hydrotherapy, AZ Medical Marijuana card program.
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