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Welcome to our annual Women’s Health issue. Why do we have to say “women’s” health? Why not just “health”? Well, there are many anatomical and systemic differences between the genders, to be sure, but there are many more commonalities. Unfortunately, that term makes it sound like women are a minority; a special subgroup of the general population. Actually, it’s just the other way around. If you examine the world’s population or just about any subdivision thereof, you will find more females than males (the exception might be prisons). So why is the public perception so skewed? Let’s be polite and call it cultural bias. It probably stems from the same tradition that compels women to visit beauty parlors and buy scads of products that are applied to the skin and absorbed by the body, causing untold side effects. We get dolled up this way so we can attract a mate, get married and—Happy Mother’s Day! At least there are women doctors today, both traditional and alternative (there didn’t used to be, and women couldn’t even vote for the longest time), and you can meet some of them right here in our pages. But why are insurance companies still pushing old-fashioned, painful, radiation-laden mammograms instead of non-invasive, forward-thinking thermology sessions that predict cancer that might happen instead of just showing the damage that has already occurred? I think that if enough women made their wishes known to insurers and doctors alike that they want at least the option of thermography or any other alternative care, it would happen, because those corporations are only in it for the money. I’m sure that a lot of the employees working there are very nice people—and I’d be willing to gamble that most of them are women. Here at Natural Awakenings, we are welcoming one very special woman, Director of Marketing Barbara Peters, to our staff. She and I worked together on the Body & Sol Women’s Expo in March, and you can read all about her on page 9. Tucson, we’re just getting started! Another amazing woman you’ll want to meet is Reece Gabriel, in our Wise Words department. She’s a terrific athlete herself, married to a championship surfer, a loving mother, author, fitness expert and businesswoman… how does she do it all? Find out in “Volleying Life: Gabrielle Reece’s Balancing Act,” by Christine MacDonald. Our Community Spotlight this month features Jeanne Fellow, a wonderful, prolific artist who teaches classes at the Blue Raven Art School. Her approach to creativity was originally inspired by Judith Cameron’s book, The Artist’s Way, and Fellow uses its message to assist students to explore new dimensions of expression.

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22 TRUST YOUR INTUITION Listen to that Still, Small Voice and Let it Lead You by Linda Sechrist

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newsbriefs Catalina Center for Colon Health Holds Inaugural Fundraiser

atalina Center for Colon Health, LLC and Advanced Hemorrhoid Care and Hormone Therapy has opened a new medical facility at 1828 North Craycroft Road, in Tucson. An open house and fundraising event, sponsored by The Bank Of Tucson, Brenda Watson’s Advanced Naturals and Great Wall of China, will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 17. Dr. Michael Bush and They are raising money for two important causes: Danielle Michaud AVIVA (children’s services) and PAE (Pan-African Education). Guests will enjoy great food, an art show, free product samples, chair massages, iridology readings and other health-related mini-sessions. There will be raffles for art pieces, books, free colon hydrotherapy sessions and more. They provide a professional environment with two in-house medical doctors specializing in hemorrhoid removal and bio-identical hormone replacement for men and women. The Center features two state-of-the-art, FDA-approved medical II colon hydrotherapy devices and also provides colon hydrotheraphy services to doctor’s whose patients are preparing for medical procedures. They also educate clients about colon health, cleansing, detoxification and nutrition. For more information, call Danielle Michaud at 520-838-0228. See ad page 10.

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Barbara Peters Joins Natural Awakenings

atural Awakenings magazine Tucson welcomes Barbara Peters aboard as director of marketing, dedicated to creating a stronger and healthier community of businesses and patrons in the healthy living, healthy planet community. Peters will work closely with Publisher Holly Baker to expand the magazine’s roster of advertisers and distributors and contribute to the creative elements that Barbara Peters and drive its longstanding and highly respected position in Holly Baker our community. Her credentials include a Master of Business Administration degree from Nova Southeastern University, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. Since relocating to Tucson in 2010, Barbara founded the Body and Sol Women’s Expo, an annual event to help to fuel our local economy by bringing together small business owners with the buying power of women in the community. In 2012, she partnered with Baker to grow the Expo with a greater focus on health and wellness. Peters served for 14 years as CFO of Mulvanny G2 Architecture, a Pacific Northwest design firm, and at different times managed the firm’s finances, marketing, human resources and IT departments, spearheaded multiple office relocations and nurtured major client relationships. On her watch, the company grew from 14 employees to a firm with international presence, 375 employees and $44 million in annual revenue. As early as age 11, Peters was rolling up her sleeves to solve obstacles faced by her non-English speaking parents, learning to listen with attention and empathy early in life. Today, those skills continue to play a key role in working with entrepreneurial clients seeking to grow their business.

Yoga Teacher Training Coming to Tubac

ubac Healing Arts is offering a 200-hour yoga teacher training course with Kathy Edds, beginning in October. Scheduled trainings includes 16 weekends, spaced mostly at every other weekend, with most of December off. The course includes physical practices, philosophy, history, anatomy and ayurvedic lifestyle. This is great for working yogis that want to deepen their practice and become a certified yoga teacher. Location: 6 Otero St., Tubac. For more information, call 520-275-2689, email YogaBunnyAZ@yahoo.com or visit TubacHealingArts.com.

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Pilates Open House at Balanced Spirit Pilates Studio

alanced Spirit Pilates Studio will hold an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 17, at their expanded new home at 4619 East Speedway, in the Melissa Friesenborg Sprouts Center. The all-female-business will provide free 30-minute classes open to the public and hourly giveaways at the open house. Balanced Spirit is a full-service Pilates studio offering group classes and individual one-on-one sessions, with a focus on individual goals. The studio features custom-built, state-of-the-art Pilates equipment, and sessions are offered six days a week. “This new studio is an intimate facility that will allow clients to focus on themselves and find balance in their own lives. Pilates is a great way to treat yourself to the gift of health and well-being,” says owner and operator Melissa Friesenborg.

Practice and Experience ZY Qigong with Grandmaster Mingtang Xu

randmaster Mingtang Xu will conduct three powerful events in Tucson from June 6 through 13, including a five-day Shaolin-style intensive retreat, a two-day level III ZY Qigong intensive, rarely taught in the U.S., and a one-day personal student session. Organizer Mark Frighetti says, “Mingtang is one of the world’s foremost qigong teachers. He guides you to discover what life really is. Through your own experience and by helping you develop your practice. His guidance and meditations open and advance your being to a higher level.” Qigong, is a powerful system of healing and energy work, originating more than 7,000 years ago in China. It is the art and science of using energy, breathing techniques, gentle movement, and meditation to cultivate, activate and work with life energy, or qi.

Location: Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, 14301 E. Speedway. For more information, call 520-404-8745, email QigongMark@yahoo.com or visit zyqigongaz.com. See ad page 9.

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Noted Scholar James Finley to Appear in Tucson

ames Finley, Ph.D., lived as a monk at the cloistered Trappist monastery of the Abbey of Gethsemani, in Kentucky, where the world-renowned monk and author Thomas Merton was his spiritual director. Finley will host a three-day conference, Spirituality of Healing—Transforming Trauma: Taking the 7 Steps of Spiritual Healing, from June 20 through 22 at the James Finley Hilton Tucson El Conquistador. Drawing on his experience as a clinical psychologist and his knowledge of contemplative traditions, Finley will guide participants in exploring the seven steps to becoming a healing presence in the midst of a suffering world. Finley leads retreats and workshops throughout the United States and Canada, attracting men and women from all religious traditions that seek to live a contemplative way of life in the midst of today’s busy world. Location: 10000 N. Oracle Rd. For more information, call Joe Doerfer, owner of event sponsor Contemplative Life Bookstore, at 520-882-0290, Doerfer@mac.com or Contemplative-Life.org. See ad page 7.

Help With Keeping Our Homes Toxin-Free

r. Home, LLC, has developed a creative kit to examine rooms in the home to identify sources of toxicity. The kit is educational and provides possible solutions to the toxicity. A demonstration will be held at 11 a.m., May 10, at Desert Rose Homeopathics and Herbals. The 2010 United States President’s Cancer Panel stated that although exposures to an environmental hazard occur as a singe episode, they accumulate over a period of weeks, months, years or a lifetime. Cost is $10 at the door, including a Dr. Home Kit Bag and a 30-minute workshop to learn how to make the home healthier. Location: 3065 N. Campbell. To reserve a spot (limit 10), call 520-762-1957, email DrHomePlanet@gmail.com or visit DrHomePlanet.com.

Learn to Know Yourself

ev. Diana Ohodnicki, co-pastor of United Fellowship Chapel, Diana Ohodnicki states one of their main principles, “Knowing yourself is the key to unlocking your infinite potential.” She explains that knowing yourself involves opening up to intuition, the unspoken intelligence of the heart and soul. In the United Fellowship Self-Realization class, students are given the tools to look within, know themselves, and apply these tools to their daily lives. One of the goals of United Fellowship Chapel is to provide a broad curriculum that allows people to maximize their potential. Covering topics that include Natural Law, Cause and Effect, Breathing, Prosperity, and the Twelve Mind Powers allows individuals to explore their abilities and ignite the wisdom within themselves. Location: 4718 E. Hawthorne St. For more information, call 520-327-0142, email dianaohoh@yahoo.com or visit United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. See ad page 24.

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Free Online Happiness Assessment

ccording to Buddhist teachings, happiness is a deep sense of serenity and fulfillment. Hiring a coach can help us feel more serene and fulfilled, and Terri Sinclair, a coach/trainer and owner of Develup, is offering a free online assessment for those looking for ways to be happier and solve problems. Happiness is not contingent upon having a coach, but the three most common benefits that clients report are facilitated self-reflection for better decision making; challenging outdated beliefs for breakthroughs; and increased interpersonal skills for more collaborative and satisfying relationships. Sinclair is accredited with the International Coaching Federation.

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Doggies Want a Massage, Too

f your pooch is feeling a little peaked lately, maybe having his muscles massaged and energy aligned would give him the boost he needs. We are all familiar with massage for humans, and the same principles apply to our furry friends. With massage, dogs experience increased blood circulation and lymph movement, muscle relaxation and joint flexibility, which could reduce pain and enhance mobility. And just as we experience a release of tension and worry after being on a bodyworkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s table, our pooch also can shake off emotional and psychological distress after a session. Animal Ally of Arizona is a new provider of natural services for canines and other animals. Owner Nancy McDonald is passionate about pooches, and is naturally attuned to their needs and feelings. She is certified in canine massage and is a Reiki master. She is more than happy to talk to clients about how canine massage and energy work could benefit their animal friend. For more information, call 520-591-2950 or e-mail AnimalAllyAZ@gmail.com

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Women’s Class on Dealing with Shame

inda K Focht, MA, LPC, LMT, at Rivers Way Psychotherapy, is offering Connections Shame Resilience classes for women. The next 12-week curriculum begins June 4. Morning and evening class options are available. For women’s wellness, learning to recognize and develop resilience to shame can be life-changing. The curriculum is based on the work of Dr. Brene Brown, as seen on Oprah and Ted Talks. Because shame is the most debilitating of all the emotions and can stop us in our tracks toward self-fulfillment, happiness and success, shame resilience can open the way to Linda Focht authenticity, love and belonging and a resilient spirit. Enhanced shame resilience benefits greatly from focused study and personal exploration. Working in a group format enables participants to learn and explore together and in a natural way to practice the different steps that lead to true shame resilience. Location: 2292 W. Magee, Ste. 130. Call 520-369-4017 to register prior to the start date. For more information, visit RiversWayPsychotherapy.com. See ad on page 7.

Mystic Candle Shop Offers Psychic Readings

ystic Candles is a local family run business that’s been making candles since 2010 and also offers a variety of incense, herbs, oils, gemstones, jewelry, books and divination tools. Now they have introduced two new psychic readers, Nancy Parsons and Rhodea Nicols. Parsons is a medium who uses tarot and angel cards to make connections with loved ones, guides and teachers. Nicols is an intuitive who offers guidance through a variety of mediums, including tarot reading, dream rendering, automatic writing and energy clearing. Location: 6546 E. 22nd St. For more information, call 520-721-1011 or visit MysticCandles.org.

Linda Cerveny and The Man in the Maze Room

he Pop Up Gallery at The Man in the Maze Room is a place where people can gather to meet local artists, make new acquaintances and catch up with old friends. It is a venue for artists to burst into bloom and show their work. The Man in the Maze Room represents a resurgence of the 16th-century Italian salon, a gathering of people that come together for inspiration, knowledge and entertainment. They may discuss art, literature, philosophy or music in a non-hierarchical fashion. There will be monthly workshops, presentations and classes. Dates are on the website. The room is also available for rent. Owner Linda Cerveny, MSWAC, ACSW, LCSW, maintains a psychotherapy practice at the suite, where individual appointments can be arranged. She specializes in helping people recover from eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma histories and other issues. Location: Casas Adobes Professional Plaza, 6965 N. Oracle Rd. For more information, call 520-797-1234, email ManInTheMaze2013@gmail.com or visit ManInTheMazeRoom.com.

May 2014

The Art of Flow Breaks Code to Intentional Creation

Learn to Communicate with Animals from Home

inda Johns, an internationally renowned animal communicator and medical intuitive, is offering her popular Basic Animal Communication course in a new and exciting tele-course format. This green alternative saves time and energy that would be expended on driving. Classes begin June 11 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PDT and will run in that time slot for four consecutive Wednesdays in the comfort of your home. So many people wonder “What is that animal thinking?” or want to “talk” with a pet at home or from a distance. Johns has helped animals and their people all over the world and worked with Olympic horses from a distance of thousands of miles. Johns taught this popular class for 12 years through Pima Community College and at her ranch in Catalina and California. A workbook file will be emailed to each student and email support is provided should questions arise. By the first week, student will have learned techniques and be practicing on their own. When the course is completed, the student may decide to continue classes in more advanced levels of communication and healing. For more information, call Linda Johns at 520-825-4645 or visit JourneyToHealing.com.

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reddie Zeringue, a transformational coach and facilitator for over 25 years, has announced the release of his long-awaited new book, The Art of Flow, available in print and digital form. Known for helping clients achieve breakthroughs in the areas of health, relationships, prosperity and personal well-being, he has distilled vital principles into The Art of Flow, marking a new direction in the transformational field. Zeringue, publisher of the Northeast Florida edition of Natural Awakenings magazine, says, “The point of the book is to bring people into a state of natural flow, where they are able to create their lives in a very dynamic way that overrides resistance and opens up space to let in the limitless bounty of creation. The Art of Flow goes beyond The Secret and other books in the field to transform how we see ourselves and each other, objectively analyzing great teachings from a new perspective and embracing the idea that we are ‘divine creators’.” Universally applicable and harmonizing with any individual’s personal beliefs or spiritual path, the essentials of the book are practical explanations of concepts we are all familiar with—things we’ve heard so often that we might assume we already know what’s at their core. Zeringue brings them into a new light, illuminating how they work together to dynamically create our lives. The mastery of these principles is profoundly life changing. Charlotte Eulette, international director of the Celebrant Foundation & Institute, says about The Art of Flow, “Stirring and moving to the very core, each story and lesson resonates and is immediately useful. Never remove it from your desk; refer to it always.” The book is available on Amazon.com and ArtofFlow.com, which features a free audio supplement available for download. See ad page 16.

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Supplements Could Save $70 Billion in Medical Costs

n a Frost & Sullivan study report authored by Christopher Shanahan and Robert de Lorimier, Ph.D., the use of dietary supplements, including B vitamins, phytosterols and dietary fiber, could reduce the cost of treating coronary artery disease in the U.S. by nearly $50 billion over the next seven years. In addition, healthcare costs related to diabetes, vision problems and osteoporosis could be reduced by nearly $20 billion collectively with the use of certain supplements. The projections were based on cost-benefit analysis comparing a series of scenarios to assess the effect on overall disease management costs if an identified high-risk population were to avoid costly medical events by increasing their intake of dietary supplements purchased out-of-pocket versus no supplement usage. “The healthcare system spends a tremendous amount of money treating chronic disease, but has failed to focus on ways to reduce those costs through prevention,” says Steve Mister, president of the Council for Responsible Nutrition Foundation. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 3 percent of U.S. healthcare costs are spent on the prevention of chronic diseases.

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Natural Treatment Option for Respiratory Infections

ccording to the National Institutes of Health, lower respiratory infections are more prevalent worldwide than HIV, malaria, cancer and heart attacks. Those that suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis or asthma are especially prone reports the journal PLOS Medicine. Treatment can be especially difficult when it’s unclear if the cause is a virus, bacterium or fungus. The typical Western practice of ingesting pills spreads drugs throughout the body instead of treating only the airside of the lungs, where the problem is located. It’s better to target the active treatment agent only where it’s needed. A study in the European Journal of Clinical Micriobiology & Infectious Diseases suggests delivering a fine-droplet mist from a nebulizer directly atop the invading pathogens and replenishing often to keep the area moist with antimicrobials. This can achieve far greater local dosing with far lower systemic penetration. Choose an antimicrobial that kills all three potential types of pathogens so the physician won’t need to guess the proper drug or try them sequentially. A more natural option is to avoid drugs. Clinical studies by the Klearsen Corporation and laboratory work at National Jewish Hospital have shown that locally administering an enhanced aqueous colloid of silver in the recommended manner will clear even the most stubborn pathogens. Plus, it has no adverse side effects. When dosing with a liquid colloid of silver concentration of 50 parts per million (ppm) or more, the suggested protocol is usually three milliliters, three times per day. For acute infections, the three-milliliter dose can be administered every two waking hours. Using a nebulizer is essential to achieve the effective micro-droplets required to reach all areas of the lungs. Inhaling the nebulized mist deep into the lungs will coat the invading pathogens. Note that a vaporizer isn’t suitable because its steam delivery will leave the active ingredients behind. Steven Frank has researched respiratory infection therapies for 15 years and holds three related patents. Study sites include the Institute for Tuberculosis Research, National Jewish Hospital and Klearsen Corporation. He presented Respiratory Clinical Trial results to the American Naturopathic Medical Association in 2006. He can be reached at SteveF@NaturesRiteRemedies.com. See ad, page 25.

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Conscious Eating is a Matter of Choice

ven with a medical background of studying the gastrointestinal system, doctors sometimes eat things that are not “good” for them. They pay in ways that range from the odorous to hours of pain, all selfinflicted, really; how ridiculous is that, because they know better. Food allergies persist and are becoming more Dr. DeeAnn Saber commonplace, including dermatitis herpatiformis and celiac disease. Stop eating the top five allergens and see what happens. If you took an entire week and avoided these items you’d start isolating your allergies and improving your own health. You’d feel better and experience improved sleeping and brain functions. Dairy and wheat are the worst culprits, along with genetically modified (GMO) foods. These include soy, wheat, yellow corn, canola oil, yellow neck squash, zucchini and dairy products. Most processed foods have gluten, which can be found in postage stamps, envelopes, breads, pastas, seasonings and processed foods. Interesting symptoms show up due to allergies—red, blistering rashes in armpits or on arms and legs, brain fog, irritability, stomach pains, constipation, joint pain, fatigue, headaches, earaches, itchy ears, puffy eyes or swollen, puffy under-eye bags. The list goes on. What we ingest matters. By becoming very knowledgeable about gluten: what it does in the body and how it can show up, we can heal the damage. We have organic foods, gluten-free foods, gluten-free bakeries, and dairy-free options available at most stores. We have choices to live a healthy gluten- and dairy-free life. It is manageable. Not feeling sick all the time is the biggest blessing of all. DeeAnn G. Saber is a doctor of naturopathic medicine specializing in the Endocrine and GI Systems at 3861 WellnessFirst. For more information, visit 3861WellnessFirst.com. See ad page 42.

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Vitamin D No Help for Bone Mass or Hip Fractures

niversity of Pittsburgh researchers that followed 29,862 women for 11 years have found that supplementing calcium with vitamin D does not reduce hip fractures. The study, published in the Journal of Women’s Health, found that women taking calcium plus vitamin D had as many hip fractures as women taking a placebo. Women supplementing with more than 600 international units (IU) of vitamin D per day also had a 28 percent higher incidence of breast cancer. Because hip fractures are linked to a reduction in bone density, these findings are compounded by a review of research published in The Lancet, which established that vitamin D supplements typically taken with calcium did not increase bone density among elderly adults. The review analyzed 23 studies among 4,082 participants, 92 percent of whom were women.

Drinking Cow’s Milk While Nursing Linked to Infant Eczema

ew research has found that if a mother drinks cow’s milk during the period that she is breastfeeding, it raises her infant’s risk of experiencing skin allergies. The study, published in the Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand, followed 62 mothers and their infants from birth through 4 months of age. Researchers from Bangkok’s Mahidol University assembled the mothers and infants into two groups. Mothers in one group drank cow’s milk during the first four months of breastfeeding; the control group did not. Eight of the children with mothers drinking cow’s milk had skin allergies, versus two of the children in the control group. All of the mothers exclusively breastfed their infants throughout this period. An earlier study published in the British Medical Journal followed 124 mothers, 97 of which breastfed their babies. Of those that breastfed, 48 drank no milk or other dairy products and 49 drank milk. Infants in the milkdrinking group experienced 21 cases of eczema, while the no-milk group had only 11 cases. Overall, between the breastfed and non-breastfed infants, the breastfed infants had lower incidences of eczema regardless of the mother’s diet.

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Merciér Pelvic Massage Boosts Women’s Fertility

new, noninvasive infertility treatment has met with highly favorable results. In a recent study published in the journal Midwifery Today, 40 of 48 women between ages 28 and 42 that underwent two or more sessions of Merciér Therapy achieved pregnancy within the first year; 32 of those used the method alone (no other artificial fertilization/insemination techniques). The four-year study was presented at the 2013 World Congress of Low Back and Pelvic Pain. The Merciér Method was developed by Jennifer Merciér, a midwife and holistic women’s health practitioner. The regimen includes six hours of pelvic organ massage manipulation, along with a supplement program and continuous monitoring. She explains, “Our protocol is a gentle and noninvasive visceral manipulation of the female reproductive organs that helps to increase general organ mobility and blood flow, which enhances optimal function.” A documentary on the protocol, Fertility: The Shared Journey with Merciér Therapy, premieres this month (MercierMovie.com).

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Solar Surge

Global Rise in Sun-Generated Power Last year, the U.S. joined Germany, Italy, China and Japan in producing more than 10 gigawatts of solar production nationwide. Now, other countries have awakened to the opportunity and are on their way to catching up. The popular Scandinavian retailer IKEA has sold $10,000 solar panels in 17 British outlets. Peru recently started a National Photovoltaic Household Electrification Program to connect 2 million of its poorest residents with solar power. In the first phase, 1,601 solar panels were installed to power 126 impoverished communities. The plan is to install about 12,500 photovoltaic systems for 500,000 households at an overall cost of $200 million. Earth Hour India is helping citizens to switch to solar energy in villages that previously had no electricity. Woodlands stores, in partnership with World Wildlife Foundation-India, has launched a collection drive across the country, inspiring individuals to donate to help light up more than 100 households in three villages in Madhya Pradesh with solar power. The residents had traditionally depended on forest resources for their energy needs.

Sinking Reptiles

World Turtle Day Sounds Alarm Since 2000, people around the globe have celebrated World Turtle Day, held this year on May 23, to increase respect for and knowledge of the world’s oldest creatures. Susan Tellem, co-founder with Marshall Thompson of American Turtle Rescue (ATR), states, “These gentle animals have been around for about 200 million years, yet they are rapidly disappearing as a result of the exotic food industry, habitat destruction and the cruel pet trade.” They believe that turtles may be extinct within 50 years and suggest ways to increase their chances for survival for future generations: n Never buy a turtle or tortoise from a

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rtist Jeanne Fellow says, “I work began by happenstance. “I was having in an intuitive way now, even a great time in college, but needed to though I have an art education,” raise my GPA, so I chose to take an while sitting amid walls filled with art class. Being adventurous, I started lighted sconces. “I started out doing a mixing gravel in the oil paint, melting lot of technical pen and ink illustrations wax with a propane torch to get the and could copy things very well, leadmovement I liked.” ing me to think I didn’t have any real At one point, Fellow found herself art inside.” Then something happened. illustrating volatile people and de“Colors began to speak to veloped stages of grief me” she says. “I’d taken a similar to the work of lot of design and composiElizabeth Kubler-Ross. tion courses until I found She underwent a process myself just going with the of releasing unwanted flow, letting the painting energy by using art and paint itself.” soon the character draw The epiphany of an ings became cartoons artist entering the creative that seemed to be drawpath manifests in many ing themselves. “That’s ways. Fellow believes she when I realized there was receives messages through something inside that her acrylic ink technique, was original, that I didn’t noting, “From a spiritual have to look at a picture perspective, I see it as a and start copying it,” says way to connect with the Fellow. After drawing 500 flow of energy that is compictures in that period, “I ing through me. I’ve used a suddenly became confilot of different techniques dant. There’s more inside and work with whatever me than looking at a is there at the moment, picture to copy. I could be being in the flow rather more original.” than staying in control of it. Judith Cameron’s The Personal symbolism comes Artist’s Way and other crethrough my pieces.” ative discipline methods Fellow’s journey from guided her and a potter rendering to expressive art in an Artist Way group lumen art - midnight in paris

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introduced Fellow to acrylic ink. “We made clay pots to represent ourselves then detailed them with gold ink and metallic inks,” she recalls. “That was the beginning of finding my material.” Fellow states, “I wondered if anyone else could have an experience like I’ve had, where the work seems to flow through me and there’s more to it than a decorative piece. The answer has been yes!” During the past four years, Fellow has helped numerous students learn to paint intuitively using her methods. She currently teaches classes at the Blue Raven Art School. Her studio classes, including LumenArt and Painted Threads, provide participants the materials and guidance to create art objects that channel personal symbolism and messages. “What I found is that people don’t have to have an art background. One of my beliefs is that everyone is creative; they don’t have to study composition and perspective—this is where the intuition comes in. Certainly I have people in my classes who are professional artists, but because of the techniques and the fact that you are not working with perspective or composition typical of art classes, it gives beginners a feeling of accomplishment. One student called it the ‘no fail’ class.”

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Twenty-five years ago, Fellow began the quest to reveal creativity from the inside. That way was a path of happenstance and synchronicity, discovery and process. “The first three-dimensional piece appeared in 2001,” she recalls. “I painted flat framed artwork until 2011, when I discovered the freestanding lighted sconces I named LumenArt. Later, I added sculpted wall art and wearable art. I’m continually exploring how I can push this medium to new heights to inspire more creativity in myself and others who take classes and view my artwork, exploring how I can push the media.” Fellow will be exhibiting at a special art show from 4 to 8 p.m., May 17, at the Blue Raven Art School in the Many Hands Courtyard. Upcoming May Classes include LumenArt, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 3; Artful Meditation, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 19; and Painted Threads, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 28. Location: 3054 N. 1st Ave., near Ft. Lowell. For more information, call 520-623-1003 or visit BlueRavenArtSchool.com and JeanneFellow.com. Dale Bruder is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings. May 2014

faced with the question, “What are you not saying yes to?” pushed Teague to take a leap of faith—close her psychotherapy practice and enroll in a filmmaking class. Teague recognizes that a deeper wisdom activated her response. She observes, “The individuals I was counseling about their restless desire for something better mirrored my own discontent, and my restlessness was an emotional response to what was emerging. “Today, I no longer concern myself with making the right decision. I trust that whatever the circumstances are, I need to listen, observe and reflect, because ‘now’ contains information for my next step,” she advises. Amanda Owen, counselor, coach and author of Born to Receive: 7 Powerful Steps Women Can Take Today to Reclaim Their Half of the Universe, has studied the state of receptivity that Teague references. Owen explains, “Receiving is a dynamic and productive state. When the body is relaxed and the mind and nervous system are calm, we become receptive and can feel and intuit subtle information contained in the energy

Trust Your Intuition Listen to that Still, Small Voice and Let it Lead You by Linda Sechrist

What if you could consistently tap into answers to life’s problems when you need them, knowing deep down that you are on the right track and that the decisions and choices you are making are the correct ones?

ur body is a wellspring of priceless wisdom. Yet heeding our innate voice seems constantly tested as society distracts us with the busy acquisition of external knowledge and rewards more visible work. Those used to focusing outwardly over-stimulate their five senses and so tend to disconnect from their body’s deep innate intelligence—our sixth sense, also known as intuition. The resulting joylessness, discontent, isolation, depression and illness have sent millions in search of a real solution that discerning experts believe already exists within. Our ultimate guide to the fountain of personal health and happiness, they believe, could well be our own intuition.

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For years, Katie Teague, producer of the documentary film, Money & Life, lived with the consequence of sublimating her intuitive impulse. “I felt a restless itch in my soul,” relates Teague, who intuited that life was prompting her to change careers so she could use her talents in a more meaningful way. The vision of her 94-year-old self lying on her deathbed and 22

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received from external and internal environments. “Our parasympathetic nervous system is engaged when we’re in this listening state. In contrast, rushing through the day engages our ‘fight-or-flight’ sympathetic nervous system. Busyness and mind chatter drowns out the valuable information that intuition provides,” Owen notes. An intuitive energy therapist, Marilyn Eppolite strongly relies on intuitive guidance in her southern New Jersey practice, believing it emanates from her body’s intelligence. “I listen and it’s always present,” she says. Eppolite shares an example of a time she received a clear image and perceived the bodily sensations of a grieving small child from a female client that a psychotherapist had referred. “When I described what I was sensing, her tears flowed and she also connected to the feeling,” she says. “It provided the needed breakthrough she needed to access her feelings and move forward in therapy.” Eppolite is keenly aware when roadblocks—busyness, willfulness and a fearful, restless mind—create interference. “These feed each other and can rarely be separated. I can’t hear or feel my intuition when my energy and attention are willfully directed outward,” she observes. Abandoning the drive for personal control and surrendering to stillness is how Eppolite signals her body’s intelligence that she’s ready for whispers of guidance. “I sense that surrender as strength and trust that the information received is for my greatest good, even if I don’t fully understand it,” she remarks. “Discernment is necessary because deep wisdom frequently comes in segments that I must piece together and put into action before more of it bubbles

up from within.” thought patterns and habits, plus discerning between intu The teachings of Yogeshwari Kamini Desai, Ph.D., ition and distracting chatter. combine Western psychology and Eastern philosophy. As “Mind chatter generally creates fear, negativity and the director of education and lead teacher of the Amrit pressure to do something,” she explains. “Intuitive guidMethod of Yoga, at the facility in Silver Springs, Florida, ance is gentle, expansive and undemanding.” Hall believes Desai instructs on listening to the voice of intuition identiin the Buddhist concept that mindfulness of the body alfied as prana in yogic tradition, which she characterizes as lows us to love fully. She finds, “It brings healing, wisdom “the energy that enlivens and carries out all balancing and and freedom.” life-giving processes in nature. She relates how she is led to direct a client’s attention “It speaks through the body as to their own body’s intuition, which sensations, impulses and urges,” works best when she is following her she says. “This ‘inner divining rod’ instincts, rather than thinking. “After informs us what feelings, thoughts one session, my client, who had been and actions are moving us into silently experiencing numerous feelalignment with our source and what ings in her stomach, asked me why is moving us out of alignment.” I had touched her abdomen. I was Quieting the mind and strengthenjust intuitively led to that part of her ing the directives of prana through medibody.” tation, yoga and being in nature moves Dr. Mona Lisa Schulz, also a us away from what we tell ourselves Ph.D., medical intuitive and co-author and back to directly responding to its of All is Well, notes that everyone has a promptings. “Absorbed in the present connection to intuition. “We get a gut moment and bodily sensations, we confeeling and sadness in our heart from nect with inner guidance,” explains Deour inner intelligence that we don’t sai. “With practice, our mind becomes a know what to do with. While some servant to inner intelligence. It can both individuals consult a practitioner, direct our lives and make us sensitive to others listen to their body’s intuitive early symptoms suggesting oncoming language and reflect on their insights illness,” she adds. and dreams—the language of soul,” “There is growing interest in says Schulz. “Intuition can speak softly energy medicine and developing through symptoms,” she observes. Fearlessly following a deeper connection to the body’s “Eventually, when disregarded, it can intelligence through yoga and energy become a full-blown illness.” our intuition frees us to practices like qigong and tai chi Biochemist and author of Secrets fully live an authentic because people are tired of taking of Our Cells: Discovering Your Body’s medications that don’t heal the root Inner Intelligence, Sondra Barrett, and satisfying life. cause of health problems,” comPh.D., is awed by the body’s cellular ments Dr. Sue Morter, founder of intelligence. “Our cells are invisible, Morter Health Center, near Indianapolis, Indiana, and the so we don’t think of ourselves as cellular beings. However, a healing phenomenon she terms Energy Codes. deeper understanding of our constitution and that our cells A regular practice of any one of these disciplines expands speak to each other and collaborate harmoniously could sensory function to encompass internal recognition and inspire us to befriend our body’s intelligence for life,” she referencing of subtle information. says. “We might shift from wanting to fix an ache or pain to Morter teaches how to awaken gut feelings, personal understanding that our cells are warning us of something.” power and self-love to restore wholeness left behind in purSonia Choquette, a global consultant who recommends suit of external sources of happiness. “Participants learn to we rely on our sixth sense as our first sense, has authored trust their gut more than the opinions of others, which turns several books on intuition. She finds, “With intuition, we up the volume on the whispers of intuition,” she explains. have a personal compass and an ally in discerning what is After Pat Hall, a therapeutic bodyworker in Augusta, authentic and true for us so that we won’t be tugged and Georgia, read Jill Bolte Taylor’s My Stroke of Insight, she was pulled in different directions when we make decisions.” certain a habit of listening to mental chatter interfered with Laurie McCammon, co-author of Enough: The Rise of feeling and interpreting her body’s helpful promptings. “Jill’s the Feminine and the Birth of the New Story, was relaxing experience of her body as energy and her mind as silent and reflecting with two friends when intuition graced her when the left lobe of her brain shut down due to a stroke was with a message of information-laden energy: “I am enough. my ‘Aha!’ moment,” says Hall. For her, heeding inner guidWe are enough. I have enough. We have enough. 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Learning to trust our gut more than the opinions of others turns up the volume on whispers of intuition. Awakening to our gut feelings, personal power and self-love restores the wholeness left behind in pursuit of external sources of happiness. celebrating the grassroots groundswell toward a major shift in the world. “I believe intuition is an aspect of The Grand Plan, which always moves us toward greater expansion, inclusion and an ever more mature and loving response to life,” says McCammon. Ute Arnold, founder, director and teacher of the Unergi School of Body-Psychotherapy, in Point Pleasant, Pennsylvania, describes several physical signatures of body intelligence that can foster improved self-care. “You feel more expansive, available and receptive—with a sense of a longer spine, a wider and deeper body and feet rooted in the Earth’s powerful energy,” explains the author of Touchback: A Self-Healing Journey with Body, Art and Nature, who also has a master’s degree in fine arts. “Expanded into a condition of soft relaxation, your mind stops talking; you enter a mind-body state of energetic receptive listening, where emotional intelligence is accessible. “These feelings and sensations are indicative of wholeness. From it, we have access to the eternal place of the fully healed soul, which whispers intuitively, nudging us toward what can heal our life, body and mind.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Visit ItsAllAboutWe.com for the recorded interviews.

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n 1886, Dr. William Murrell stated in the British Medical Journal, “Massage is of such inestimable value in the treatment of many intractable diseases that it is regretted that so little is known about it in this country, and that it is so rarely employed as a therapeutic agent.” A 2013 survey by the American Massage Association (AMTA) showed that a majority of us are choosing massage therapy to treat such conditions as stress and pain management, according to Winona Bontrager, the association’s immediate past president. Of 1,007 adults surveyed, 75 percent opted for it within the previous year for stress or medical reasons, and 88 percent view massage as effective for pain relief. “A growing body of evidence shows that massage therapy can be effective for a variety of health conditions,” reports Bontrager, adding that massage is rapidly becoming recognized as an important part of health and wellness. Cody Landis, a licensed massage therapist and instructor at the Swedish Institute’s College of Health Sciences, in New York City, explains, “In the last few

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Relieves Stress

An AMTA survey reported that 32 percent of positive respondents used massage to relieve stress, and numerous recent studies have confirmed this. Research from Harvard Medical School shows that massage reduces pain and anxiety while increasing sleep and quality of life among metastatic cancer patients. Boston Medical Center researchers saw similar results among 60 cancer patients that underwent port placement surgery; 20-minute massages before and after surgery reduced participants’ stress and anxiety. Australian researchers reporting in the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery found that massage reduced pain, anxiety and muscle tension following heart surgery among 152 cardiac surgery patients. A study from Japan’s Toho

University School of Pharmaceutical Sciences showed that aromatherapy massage significantly reduced psychological stress among elderly nursing home residents.

Reduces Depression

A study from Nashville’s Meharry Medical College of 43 HIV patients revealed that Swedish massage reduced their symptoms of depression. Lead researcher Russell Poland, Ph.D., a professor of psychiatry and biobehavioral sciences, observes, “When we designed the study, we didn’t expect to see such a large effect of massage. We remain surprised.” The benefit was echoed by a University of California-Los Angeles study of 95 volunteers that displayed increases in their production of oxytocin hormone simultaneous with reductions in adrenocorticotropin hormone. Oxytocin is linked to compassion, empathy, maternal affection and social connection, while lowered adrenocorticotropin effects less stress.

Relieves Pain

Researchers in the Gynecology and Obstetrics Department of Brazil’s University of Sao Paulo studied 46 birthing women and determined that lumbar massage during labor reduced pain by 27 percent. In another study at Beijing’s Chinese PLA General Hospital, deep massage brought relief to 64 patients suffering from chronic low back pain. Relief was reported by a third of 110 headache patients in a Turkish medical school study. Dhaka Medical College Hospital, in Bangladesh, found similar results in a study of 500 headache sufferers,

many of which had migraines. Research from the University of Miami’s School of Medicine showed that massage reduced arthritis pain and increased both grip strength and range of motion among 42 rheumatoid arthritis patients. Lead researcher Tiffany Field, Ph.D., director of Miami University’s Touch Research Institute, says, “We have known that massage therapy reduces substance P, [a neuropeptide] which causes pain, and that it increases serotonin, the body’s natural pain killer. We also know that deep sleep is critical to lowering substance P, increasing serotonin and reducing pain.”

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Lucy Liben, dean of massage therapy at the Swedish Institute, affirms the recent research as evidence documenting the numerous health benefits of massage therapy. “More and more consumers are seeking massage therapy for help with a variety of medical issues and conditions. Doctors are increasingly referring patients for such treatment and hospitals are enlisting more therapists to provide care for patients,” says Liben. “Perhaps most importantly,” she adds, “research is offering us guidance in our work as massage therapists in how to provide the most effective care for chronic pain or musculoskeletal problems, during cancer treatment, during the changes of pregnancy or for any number of other health-related issues.” Case Adams is a California naturopath and author of 25 books on natural healing. Learn more at CaseAdams.com.

What Researchers Now Know Breast Cancer: A French study of 129 breast cancer patients found massage generally reduced lymphedema, a swelling of the lymphatic system, following treatments. The total reduction of lymphedema volume was 33 percent among those receiving massages, according to Gynecologic Oncology. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Thirty minutes of massage with trigger point reduced symptoms and improved function in a study of 21 carpal tunnel patients (Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies). Constipation: Massage therapy increased the average number of bowel movements among 33 hospitalized Korean children, as reported in the Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing. Dementia: Research from Spain’s Extremadura University on 120 institutionalized elderly adults diagnosed with dementia found massage therapy generally helped improve behavior and sleep. Migraines: Craniosacral massage reduced migraine occurrence in a study of 20 migraine sufferers from Iceland’s University of Akureyri, as published in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Osteoporosis: A study of 48 postmenopausal women receiving traditional Thai massage showed increased bone formation after just four weeks. The massage group’s serum P1NP levels—which assesses bone formation—increased by 15 percent, while the control group saw no increases (BMC Complementary & Alternative Medicine). Stroke: Massage therapy tended to speed rehabilitation after strokes for 45 Russian patients in a study published in Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult. May 2014

RADIANT, GLOWING SKIN AT ANY AGE By Suzie Agrillo

ur face can be compared to a billboard for our spirit. Unfortunately, as we grow older, the skin’s regeneration cycle slows down. Most of us start to see wrinkles, sagging and discoloration. Maybe we are a minimalist and want to ramp up our skin care regimen, or perhaps we’re looking for more dramatic results. In either case, it’s never too late to take positive steps to restore and protect our skin’s appearance and resilience. If we want a fresher-looking complexion or firmerlooking skin, there are many options.

plant-based Vitamin A Vitalize Serum, a product in her Mikel Kristi skin care line. “With Retin A, we see more overexfoliation, irritation and inflammation,” she states. “Vital A Serum has the same benefits as prescription Retin A without the irritation.”

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Facials are relaxing treats that give instant gratification, plump skin and clean out

Microdermabrasion involves the use of a mechanical device to rub abrasive particles under constant pressure against the skin. This helps erase fine lines, evens skin tones and reduces the appearance of scars.

Sunscreen is the cornerstone of anti-aging skin care. Our experts agree that using a quality sunscreen with an active ingredient (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) and a high SPF will prevent sun damage to the skin. Moisturizing, tinted sunscreen is a popular option to blend in with your natural skin tone. Retin-A has been touted as the holy grail of skin care. It will speed up the cell turnover cycle of the skin and make your skin supple and radiant. As a vitamin A derivative, retinol will create the positive effects of collagen stimulation, DNA repair and exfoliation. Retin-A is available by prescription only. Christy Hall, owner of Skin Appeal, extols the virtues of the 32

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your pores. Nadia Hlibka, an aesthetician and co-owner of Indigo Oasis, observes, “Your skin is an organ, so you really want to feed it, nourish it and protect it.” The spa offers an oxygen facial, which Hlibka says is a favorite of her clients. It is a luxurious treatment that infuses oxygen with plant-derived stem cells, peptides and a high concentration of enzymatic botanicals into the skin, leaving it luminous, refreshed and rejuvenated. Vitamin C serum helps to brighten the complexion, stimulate collagen production and lighten brown spots. It’s also an excellent antioxidant.

THE MIDDLE GROUND Epidermal leveling is an appropriate treatment for all skin types. Aesthetician and co-owner Amanda Richards, at Indigo Oasis says, “It’s our number one treatment. It’s a two-in-one treatment that’s an intense exfoliation treatment, as well as a great way to remove excess facial hair.” A sterile scalpel held at an angle exfoliates the dead layers of the skin, leaving it more radiant and receptive to skin care products. Micro-needling utilizes tiny needles in a disposable tip to create invisible vertical, micro-perforations in the skin. As a result, the skin shifts its natural repair mechanism into high gear and starts to

repair the micro-perforations. The skin becomes firmer and gains elasticity, fine lines and wrinkles are reduced, pores become finer, circulation is stimulated and the overall condition of the skin improves. Katie O’Brien, proprietor at Bella Pelle Aesthetics, says it is a natural solution with benefits comparable to a laser procedure, but cautions: “It’s not a feel-good spa treatment; it’s more of a medical treatment. You might experience redness and two to three days of dry and flaking skin.”

Peels gently and safely exfoliate the skin for a refreshed and radiant appearance. For a peel, the practitioner applies an agent, typically acidic, to alter the ph balance of the skin. This process hastens the shedding of dead skin cells, and encourages cell renewal to “kick in.” Peels target fine lines, pore size and hyperpigmentation. Indigo Oasis features peels with IMAGE Skincare products. Hlibka explains that there are different levels of peels “Our basic enzyme peel uses mango and pineapple. A more aggressive peel might utilize salicylic acid, glycolic acid or retinol.” Richards adds, “All of our IMAGE peels include a take home kit for seven to ten days of post-treatment.” Photofacials use IPL (intense pulse light), like a flashbulb on a camera continuously firing. The intense pulse light reduces red on skin, broken blood vessels and brown spots. Hall says her clients are enthusiastic about its results, and it does not require a lot of healing time.

INJECTIONS AND LASERS Botox is a neurotoxin, which sounds dangerous, and yet it is absolutely safe. It relaxes the muscles so that you’re not

creating the motion that causes the skin to crease. It is highly addictive, according to Hall, because her clients love it. “It’s the simplest treatment to raise a sagging eyebrow and it lasts three months.” Botox is also used for crow’s feet and to soften forehead lines and the grooves between brows. Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers include Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm and Voluma. Fillers are great for volume treatment, such as the folds we get from the corners of the nose and lip to the mouth, as well as the lines above the lip. O’Brien says fillers are used to restore what Mother Nature has taken away. “As we age, our faces fall and become hollow. Fillers help restore the volume and curvature to the face.” Voluma is a new filler created with the cheek area in mind to increase the volume we lose as we age. Unlike other hyaluronic fillers, which last six to nine months, it lasts up to two years. Lactic acid fillers are facial injectables made of poly-L lactic acid. Sculptra Aesthetic is designed to act like a fertilizer for the skin, in that it stimulates growth of your own natural collagen over a period of time after your treatment. Sculptra is used to lift the jowls, cheeks and brows and it lasts more than two years. Hall notes, “It can do a liquid lift, where you actually pull the face tight, which no other filler can do.” CO2 laser resurfacing involves programmed burning of the skin to peel off the top layer, which reduces or eliminates fine lines. The healing downtime is seven to ten days, and your skin will look red and raw.

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Always have a consultation with your provider and make sure you are confident with the provider’s expertise and experience. You need to identify your concerns and set a budget. Your treatment provider can assist you in choosing the procedures that will give you the most benefit for the least cost. O’Brien suggests, “Think of your skin makeover like you would a kitchen or bathroom renovation.” She also recommends not going too far with any treatment. “The trick isn’t to give you features you never had. That starts to look artificial and telltale. The trick is to restore what you had and achieve a natural, youthful look. You want people to say, ‘Wow! You look really great, what did you do?’”

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ad habits are hard to break—and it’s even harder to eliminate those we are unaware of. Many people experience pain from unconscious physical patterns such as hunching over a computer keyboard or holding a musical instrument at an uncomfortable angle, but don’t know how to identify and change limiting positions. This calls for body movement re-education.

Alexander Technique

“Let’s say you’re a runner and didn’t realize that you were running in a lopsided way,” explains Alexander Technique practitioner Beret Arcaya, who has taught the practice in New York City for almost 30 years. Students learn to retrain their thinking, movements and posture for better natural alignment. “It helps you understand how you’re making an argument between yourself and gravity,” she says. Invented by Australian thespian F. Matthias Alexander at the end of the 19th century as a means of improving his onstage presence, the Alexander Technique is highly regarded by actors and entertainers, yet anyone can benefit from it, according to Arcaya. In typical one-on-one sessions, Alexander movement practitioners use a light, gentle touch and verbal instruction to show students how to realign their head, neck and upper back while standing in front of a mirror, which helps

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the rest of the body attain a more natural position. Next, students learn to move through routine activities like sitting, walking and bending in ways that replace damaging habits with easier movements. The technique is easily modified to meet individual needs, Arcaya says, citing a former student that suffered from hemophilia. “He could hardly bend his knees, and he had little mobility in one elbow; he was terribly stiff,” she recalls. While the technique couldn’t treat the disease, “It allowed him to skillfully use his remaining uninjured tissue.” One day, when he returned from a three-mile walk with his young son, he was beaming. “‘I walked with a freedom and a lightness,’ he said, ‘I didn’t want to stop.’” A 2008 study in the medical journal BMJ found that patients with chronic back pain experienced long-term benefits from Alexander Technique exercises and lessons. People with Parkinson’s disease also improved their walking, speech, posture and balance through Alexander training, according to a 2002 study in Clinical Rehabilitation.

Feldenkrais Method

Others in need of movement reeducation use the method founded by physicist, electrical engineer and judo black belt holder Moshé Feldenkrais in the mid-20th century. Feldenkrais was familiar with the Alexander Technique, and the two methods share the same

fundamental goal of helping students change harmful patterns through movement exploration, touch and dialogue. The Feldenkrais Method avoids concepts of “right” and “wrong”. Instead, the practitioner leads students through gentle, slow-movement sequences, mostly on the floor, while asking questions about subtle details as they experience options. This sharpens sensory awareness of how to perform each movement with maximum ease. In one-on-one sessions, the student is passive while the practitioner’s hands suggest various non-habitual movements to widen his repertoire. It all increases flexibility, balance, fine motor skills and overall physical self-awareness. Feldenkrais stated, “What I’m after isn’t flexible bodies but flexible brains; to restore each person to their human dignity.” Seniors that practiced the Feldenkrais Method enhanced their balance and mobility, according to a 2010 study published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. It may also alleviate symptoms of nonclinical depression, according to a 2011 pilot study reported in the Journal of the South Carolina Medical Association.

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Another entry point to such a bodily reawakening is the Trager Approach, invented by Dr. Milton Trager, an athlete who suffered from a congenital spinal deformity. “The intention of the practitioner in a Trager session is to introduce the client to a series of playful and pleasurable sensations as the session unfolds,” says practitioner Martha Partridge, of New York City, who works primarily with people that have Parkinson’s disease. During tablework sessions, practitioners “bring awareness” of a specific movement by rocking, cradling and gently rotating a client’s body, Partridge explains. The feeling of effortless movement is further ingrained through a series of mental gymnastics, termed mentastics, that clients can do at home. The objective, says Partridge, is to help people have a sense of joy in everyday, common movement. All three bodywork techniques can help people banish bad habits for good. “Gradually, aches and pains will go away,” Arcaya says. “You can undo the imbalances that have done you wrong.” Then go forward, doing things right. Sarah Todd is a freelance writer in Brooklyn, NY. Connect at SarahToddInk.com.

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Gas, bloating, stomach cramps, diarrhea and constipation—each of these digestive issues indicates an imbalance of “good” and “bad” intestinal bacteria.

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While digestive distress can visit most of us occasionally, regular bouts have increased due to high-stress lifestyles and unhealthy diets, according to Dr. Dustin James, a St. Louis, Missouri, gastroenterologist and author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Digestive Health. “Getting home late after a stressful day, eating a high-fat meal and then going to bed is a recipe for problems,” he says. James advises a food-free interlude of four to six hours before bedtime and notes that prescription and over-thecounter heartburn medications can actually worsen the problem over time. Pimentel, citing his own research, also suggests that even a minor case of food poisoning may unbalance digestive bacteria enough to cause problems for years. “We think food poisoning leads to bacterial overgrowth,” says Pimentel. In his clinical experience, James says about 10 percent of IBS cases can be connected to the food poisoning theory. Although such cases are typically treated with an antibiotic, 36

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rifaximin, many experts ironically attribute bacterial overgrowth to the use of antibiotics. All antibiotics, taken for any reason, indiscriminately kill both good and bad intestinal bacteria, ultimately creating unbalanced bacteria colonies in the digestive tract, says James. “There can be bad long-term effects,” he advises. James’ antibiotics theory is affirmed by a major Australian review of current research on the links between antibiotics and intestinal bacterial overgrowth. Sugar is another culprit as are antibiotics in dairy products and meats, which can also aggravate digestive problems. Sugar feeds the growth of unfriendly bacteria and yeast and antibiotics kill friendly bacteria, contributing to imbalances. The U.S. obesity epidemic has even been linked to diges-

tive problems. In a study published in the journal Frontiers of Public Health, researchers at the University of California-Berkeley warn against long-term exposure to antibiotics through their widespread use in the dairy and meat industries. One animal study from Washington University, in St. Louis, showed that intestinal bacteria tend to extract more nutrients—and more calories—from the same foods when eaten by obese animals than when ingested by thinner ones. This helps explain why obese people tend to stay obese without heroic measures.

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There is considerable agreement that probiotics—live bacteria such as those contained in fermented foods like quality yogurt—help rebalance beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract and ease ailments that include IBS. Due to U.S. food regulations, yogurt is routinely pasteurized, which kills its probiotic benefits; conscientious suppliers then add active digestive microorganisms, like Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus, back into their products. “Check yogurt labels for specific names of the species and a certification that it contains live cultures,” counsels Maria Marco, Ph.D., an assistant professor of food science at the University of California-Davis. Coconut yogurt may be preferred by those with dairy-free diets. Dairy is acidforming and can be difficult to digest. Many fermented foods can provide the same probiotics to ease digestive woes and restore a healthy balance of the right bacteria. Sauerkraut, rich in Lactobacillus and other strains of healthy bacteria, is at the top of the list. It’s easy to make super-healthy sauerkraut at home with shredded organic cabbage and salt. Other fermented foods to put high on a natural probiotic list include: miso, kefir, tempeh, soft cheese, kimchi, sour pickles and sourdough bread. James recommends two daily servings of high-quality yogurt or other fermented foods to obtain the 2 to 5 billion live bacteria needed to restore gut health. “Every human is unique; try different prod-

ucts in search of what works,” he says. Probiotic supplements may be more effective for people with serious digestive distress that need higher bacterial counts and the product label may provide specifics of the bacteria and strains. “For example, Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG is a strain that has been proven to be effective against antibiotic-induced diarrhea,” Marco explains. High-quality probiotics usually require refrigeration to keep the bacteria alive. In addition, there are many non-fermented foods, including certain juices, candies and energy bars, with specific strains of bacteria added that have probiotic effects. Kathleen Barnes is the author of a wide variety of natural health books including 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health, with Dr. Hyla Cass. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

Safe Digestive Relief In addition to fermented foods, these foods offer digestive relief. Ginger: Safe enough to quell the nausea of early pregnancy, ginger can offer relief from nausea, gas and even colic in babies. Peppermint Oil: A traditional remedy now validated by science, peppermint oil can relieve irritable bowels and heartburn. Consider enteric coated (acid resistant) capsules that can impact the small intestine, where relief is needed. Fennel: This mildly licorice-flavored seed hasn’t been extensively studied, but lovers of Indian cuisine have traditionally used it to promote smooth digestion after consuming curry-laden meals. Sources: American Botanical Council; Mayo Clinic, MN; Baylor University, TX; University of Michigan; University of Rochester, NY

Simple Sauerkraut Recipe It’s easy to make a healthy batch of sauerkraut in a glass quart canning jar in as little as three days. Organic cabbage, finely shredded 1 Tbsp sea salt or other natural salt Mix salt and cabbage together in a large bowl, squeezing the salt into the cabbage. Cabbage will become limp and begin to release its juice. Tightly pack cabbage and juice into a clean glass canning jar. Keep the cabbage submerged in liquid; if necessary,

use a smaller canning jar loaded with marbles or stones. Cover jar with a clean cloth or piece of cheesecloth and keep it in a cool place. Jar contents will begin to bubble, signaling that fermentation is taking place (note that conventional cabbage additives may interrupt the fermentation process). It’s ready to eat in three days, but keeps well for several weeks in the refrigerator. Primary source: TheKitchen.com

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Gabrielle Reece on Her Balancing Act by Christine MacDonald

abrielle Reece has been called one of the world’s most influential women in sports and one of its most beautiful athletes. In her 20s, she built a career as both a fiercely competitive pro volleyball player and a fashion model. Since then, she’s written books and become an expert on women’s peak fitness and overall well-being, all while raising three daughters with her husband, Hawaiian surfer Laird Hamilton. Plus, she volunteers for environmental organizations such as the National Resources Defense Council and RainCatcher, a nonprofit bringing safe drinking water to people in need.

How do you find time for and balance all the roles you play in life—athlete, spouse, parent, businesswoman and volunteer? Juggling life is hard for everyone. Living day-to-day, taking care of kids and paying bills is a challenge. There are ways to make it all more manageable, but for me, there is a level of discomfort, challenge and difficulty, as well as moments of joy. I think women are sometimes thrown off-balance by some difficulty, instead of saying, “OK, how am I going to strategize and make it all work for me and my family?” We don’t give enough credit to having great girlfriends. I don’t mean

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people you go to lunch with—I mean real allies. People that give you good advice and are strong for you, that will take your kids and you’ll take theirs. I think that is an underutilized tool. I always encourage women to approach life with a strategy and use each other to help navigate it, because that makes it a little easier.

Which role is most important to you and where does selfcare fit in? At this time in my life, being a mother is the most important. When my girls are older and more independent, then their demands on my time will lessen. But I don’t think I’d ever blindly put one role over the other, because they are all connected. I just approach them with different parts of my personality. My work is intellectual, while being a mom is instinctual. Being in a relationship is

a whole other ball of wax that I approach with the same diligence. Taking care of myself is at the center because I wouldn’t be able to do anything successfully if I am not well myself.

With your busy schedule, how do you find time to work out and stay in shape? I think it’s been about momentum. I had the good fortune of training and eating well since I went off to play volleyball in college. That sort of steam made it easier as I added work, a partner and children. I think it’s more difficult for women that don’t have that experience. When they enter “the real world” and add a big career or long hours, a partner or family, it becomes difficult to establish that grounding in healthy practices. You have to create the environment in which you are going to succeed. That takes years. At some point, you have to be honest with yourself. For me, I know I won’t get exercise or anything else done if I stay home. There are some things I can go to a gym to do that I can also do at home but know I won’t, so it’s about creating an environment that activates good intentions.

How do you choose to expend your volunteer efforts? Laird and I are usually quick to be on board with anything that involves the environment and people. These causes are near and dear to everybody, but make special sense for us, given the amount of time we have lived and worked outside.

As a mother, do you feel a special concern for being a good environmental steward? I felt this way even before I had children because I had the luxury of playing beach volleyball. I grew up in the Caribbean and have always tried to be a benefactor of the beautiful outdoors. It adds another layer of motivation when you start thinking about your kids and the opportunities they will or will not have in their future. In Hawaii, the Polynesians traditionally didn’t believe in ownership, but in being stewards of an area. That’s how I feel about the place where we live now. The ultimate for me would be to leave it better than I found it. Christine MacDonald is a freelance journalist in Washington, D.C., whose specialties include health and science. Visit ChristineMacDonald.info.

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What is QIGONG really about?

Empowerment that he was more relaxed then anytime in his life. This man later used his God-given Breath and willpower to wean himself off the Xanax and back into his natural state.

Qigong is best in the Morning as a Practice to Extend Life and Beauty. For days when time is short I recommend cleansing your body with oxygen and energy FIRST THING IN THE MORNING. My practice is to wake up, brush my teeth and hair, drink some hot tea outside and do the 9-Breath Method five times absorbing/retaining large amounts of oxygen in my bloodstream. Gentle power breathing awakens the cellular VIBRATION and stimulates metabolism. As I wake up slowly for 10 minutes each morning my senses become heightened by Jeff Primack and I watch the birds in my garden. This is a quick and powerful method, which we spend hours thoroughly teachare a pulsation of Qi through the body. Qigong is the art of Harnessing QI, Qigong is the “sensation of energy” and is ing at the Qi Revolution conference. which directly affects the blood flow highly tangible. A few advanced systems Qigong uses food, herbs and mushand is an exercise that makes your of yoga, like Kriya Yoga, have striking blood pulse. This pulsing occurs by rooms to reverse many types of illness. similarities to Qigong. However, commoving Qi using specific breathing A big part of what we teach is how “Spepared to most systems of Yoga, Qigong techniques along with postures and cific Foods REVERSE Specific Diseases”. has a much greater emphasis on precise slow graceful movements. Qigong also Many foods like Kiwi have helped encompasses using healing foods, herbs, breathing techniques. Qigong deals with hundreds of our Qigong students reverse acupressure, yogic stretches, all of which smaller movements of the abdomen to asthma. Our food protocols laid out in circulate Qi and more precise movements the “Conquering Any Disease” book energize the body, increase vitality & of the hands, rooting into the earth and accelerate metabolism. have been tested with tens of thousands opening up pathways of energy. Yoga of real live people all over the country. Qigong is circulation; term “blood works with energy, but to a lesser degree I have seen dozens of people I’ve met flow” is synonymous to “moving Qi”. and although we practice and love Yoga, whom had cancer and reversed it within Many studies confirm practicing QiQigong does what Yoga cannot. We train a few months following strict dietary gong reduces drug withdraw in Heroin many thousands of yoga teachers and and Qigong practice guidelines. Adding addicts by 50 percent. Several Qigong they are always blown away by the tangi- in the avocado seed to a delicious fruit instructors we’ve certified are teaching bility of Qi experienced. and vegetable smoothie is a great way with huge success at Florida drug rehab to maximize your phytochemical intake clinics. Studies also reveal that Qigong Within 10 minutes of Qi-Breathing many along with blending the seeds and boosts the immune system and is benefifeel electricity in their hands. “The skins of the apple. Sunlight, breathing cial for those fighting cancer. Dr. Oz was Buzz” as we call it in the Qigong Family, techniques and high vibration foods are quoted by saying that if you want to live is a reaction caused by increased levels God’s natural medicine. to be 100 to do Qigong. These techof oxygen and ions, which I believe acniques originated over 3000 years ago celerates the vibration of our mitochonby mountain wonderers, people who dria. Many describe the inner buzzing “Qi Revolution” comes to AUSTIN, were activated by Qi. Most Acupuncturor vibrational feeling as a natural high TX. Austin Convention Center on June ists are strong believers in Qigong and and it has the obvious effect of stimulat14th – 17th and PHOENIX, AZ. Phoenix some actually prescribe exercises to ing endorphins. Many people describe Convention Center on June 21st – 24th. their patients in between treatments. “Perma-Grin” where the gratitude is so Jeff Primack, Kai Van Bodhi and dozens overwhelming and the joy so potent that more Instructors will host 4-days of QiQigong is different from Yoga primarthey can’t stop smiling for a short time. gong Training for $149. To reserve tickets ily because it requires slower more One Qigong student taking Xanax bars & for more info, call 1-800-298-8970 gracious movements to harness your or visit QiRevolution.com See ad inside electromagnetic field. Some Qigong ex- from his doctor several times a day to stay functional reported after the Breath front cover. ercises build muscle or speed, but most

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LIVE YOUR SONG It Keeps Us in Tune with Ourself by Jill Mattson

isten to a traditional West African Griot story: When a tribal woman knows she is pregnant, she goes into the wilderness with a few friends to pray and meditate until they hear the song of the child. They recognize that every soul has its own vibration that expresses its unique flavor and purpose. When the women attune to the song, they sing it out loud. Then they return and teach it to everyone else. When children are born into the tribe, the village community gathers and sings their song, one unique melody for each unique child. Later, when children begin their education, the village again gathers to chant each child’s song. They sing upon the initiation of adulthood and

at the time of their marriage. If at any time someone commits a crime or aberrant social act, the villagers will circle the individual and chant their song, recognizing that the proper correction is love and the remembrance of identity, because when you recognize your own song you have no desire or need to do anything that would hurt another. Finally, when the soul is about to pass from this world, family and friends gather at the bedside, as they did at birth, and sing the person to the next life. In any culture, a friend is one that knows our song and sings it to us when we have forgotten it. Those that love us are not fooled by the mistakes we’ve made or the dark images we hold about ourself. They remember our beauty when we feel

ugly; our wholeness when we are broken; our innocence when we feel guilty; and our purpose when we are confused. Life always reminds us when we are and when we’re not in tune with ourself. When we feel good, we are matching our song. We may feel a little wobbly at times, but so have all the great singers. If we just keep singing, we’ll find our way home. In the end, we shall all recognize our song and sing it well. Modern pioneers in vibrational energy like Sharry Edwards (bioacoustic biology) and Donna Eden (energy medicine) have independently detected that each of us has a fundamental signature frequency that can be equated to our unique song that persists throughout life. We innately seek natural sounds that reinforce and strengthen our song such as the surf, wind or birds. Even the stars and heavens offer songs out of our hearing range that benefit cell-to-cell vibrations within that we intuitively feel as the magic of a midnight sky. At one with the universe, our song contributes its part in the infinite chorus of creation. Jill Mattson is an author, artist, musician and sound healing composer. Her books and CDs, based on 20 years of studying ancient civilizations, support healing and personal growth. Connect at JillsWingsOfLight.com. The Griot story is based on an interpretation by Jane Maluka and Dan Millman.

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Pain-Free Pooch Five Natural Therapies that Work by Jennifer Kachnic

Because dogs won’t always let us know when they’re hurting, some people assume they don’t experience pain the same way we do, but that’s not the case. Instincts retained from their wild heritage will generally prompt them to hide pain as it’s a sign of weakness.

he truth is that arthritis and muscle or joint injuries are just as uncomfortable for dogs as they are for us, and many canine illnesses generate significant pain. While conventional medications can ease discomfort, they’re not the only or even the best options in many cases. Alternative therapies can be helpful in managing and relieving pain and work best as part of a whole body

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wellness program designed for a dog’s individual needs. To that end, always consult with an integrative veterinarian before starting any new treatment. Together, practitioner and owner will note that some of the following modalities may be contraindicated in some situations—for example, massage should never be performed on or near a tumor. Canine Massage: Dogs love massage because they crave being touched.

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Physical contact from another being provides a calming effect and brings comfort. Skin, the largest sense organ in the body, is loaded with sensory receptors and nerve endings that register touch, temperature and pain, and send information to the brain. Massage therapy relaxes muscles and also stimulates endorphins, increases circulation, elevates oxygen levels, flushes toxins, helps with inflammation, strengthens the immune system and accelerates healing. All of these benefits can contribute to effective pain management. Acupuncture and Acupressure: Both of these time-honored modalities are based on the concept of keeping vital energy flowing through the body and seek to stimulate key points along the energy meridians beneath the skin. Acupuncture involves the insertion of small needles at these points, while acupressure uses fingers to apply pressure to the same points. Both modalities are widely known to assist in managing pain and anxiety. Energy Healing: Here, the practitioner improves the flow of energy in an animal’s body using a range of gentle and powerful natural therapies. During a treatment, the trained healer sends subtle energy through the hands to promote physical and emotional balance and healing. While conventional medicine follows the belief that treatments for disease or injury must be strictly biological, energy medicine works to restore the patient’s health by treating the mind, body and spirit in nonphysical ways. Energy healing modalities available for dogs include Reiki, qigong, Healing Touch and Tellington Touch.

Skin, the largest sense organ in the body, is loaded with sensory receptors and nerve endings that register touch, temperature and pain, and send information to the brain. Cold Laser Therapy: Developed more than 20 years ago, cold laser therapy has become a popular alternative treatment around the world for aches and pains in dogs. It directs highly concentrated coherent light waves to muscles, tissues and organs, reducing inflammation and muscle spasms. It’s also applied to disc and other spine-related issues. Low-level cold laser therapy is painless, noninvasive and takes only minutes. The effects are similar to those provided by nonsteroidal medications, with negligible negative side effects.

Hydrotherapy: The benefits of swimming are renowned. When dogs swim, they feel a resistance to movement, which makes a vigorous five-minute swim virtually equivalent in energy expended to a five-mile run. Some dogs like swimming even better than running. Hydrotherapy, which includes exercise on an underwater treadmill combined with swimming, is particularly helpful. The effect on senior dogs is especially dramatic, affording them a painless and enjoyable way to move about and exercise. Water’s natural buoyancy supports the dog, lessens stress on joints, facilitates greater movement and provides a safe and healthful form of exercise for those suffering injuries, disease or pain. The best choice of therapies for an individual animal will depend on the dog’s condition and recommendations by the family veterinarian. Selected and practiced properly, these complementary modalities can make a major impact in a canine’s physical and emotional well-being, while minimizing or even eliminating the need for medications.

Jennifer Kachnic is the author of Your Dog’s Golden Years: Manual for Senior Dog Care Including Natural Remedies and Complementary Options. She is a certified canine massage therapist, animal Reiki practitioner and certified therapy dog handler with the American Humane Association. Learn more about this president of The Grey Muzzle Organization at GreyMuzzle.org.

Local Resource: Animal Ally of Arizona Animal Ally of Arizona is a new provider of canine massage and Reiki for canines and other animals in Tucson. Contact Nancy McDonald at 520-591-2950 or e-mail AnimalAllyAZ@gmail.com

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THURSDAY, MAY 1 Hawaii Spiritual Retreat – May 1-6. Retreat activities: deep personal work in circle with two gifted facilitators, play in the ocean and visits to sacred sites. Beach-front accommodations, one organic meal per day, ground transportation including to and from the airport and all sessions with Lucia Maya and Zelie Duvauchelle. $1700. Our Home on the Beach on Molokai, Puko’o. 520-204-6280. Lucia@LuminousAdventures.com. LuminousAdventures.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 2 Ayurvedic Bodywork Intensive – 9am-6pm. 3-day training deepening an exploration of preventative health, external detox spa modalities and herbal treatments. Medical Ayurvedic massage and mindful preparation for oneself and the clients space for healing. $450. ASIS Massage Education Tucson Campus, 639 N 6th Ave. 866- 334 3348. Workshops@ASISmassage.com. ASISWorkshops.com. BINGO! – 6:30-8pm. Fun, fellowship, prizes. 3 cards $5. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com. IONS Tucson Presents – 6:30-8pm. In his presentation, “A Look at the Science of Flow States: What Happens When We lose Ourselves in the Moment?” Dr. Allan Hamilton will discuss the science of being “in the zone”. $5 suggested donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-1478. IONStucon@IONStucon.org. IONStucson.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 3 Tai Chi for Health Workshop – 8:30am-5pm. May 3-4. Tai Chi for Health - Arthritis, Fall Prevention, Part II. 2-day Workshop. Health Professionals, 14 CEs, instructor cert available. Start/ deepen personal practice/teaching skills. $250 includes training materials. Tucson Therapeutic Recreation Center, 1000 S Randolph Way. 520-780-6751. Heather@MoveIntoWellbeing.com. MoveIntoWellbeing.com. Strategies to Preserve and Boost Your Memory – 10am-12pm. By Dr. Tomas Sepulveda. $15. ALAS, 6510 E 22nd St. 520-885-0575. AlasLifeCoaching.com.

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DR. HOME INVITES YOU TO LEARN ABOUT EVERYDAY HOME TOXICITY Includes a Dr. Home Kit Bag and a 30 minute workshop. $10, payable at the door, Reserve now at DrHomePlanet@gmail.com or 520-918-0100.

Breathing Easy – 10am-12pm. With Rev. Janice Thomas, MS, CRS. Easy breathing methods for energy, stress-reduction, well-being, spiritual Connection. This breath workshop is a powerful container for deep transformation to produce body/mind/spirit well-being. $25. The Man in the Maze Room, Casas Adobes Professional Plaza, 6965 N Oracle Rd. RSVP 48 hrs before 520-219-9080 or SacredJourney@earthlink.net. ManInTheMazeRoom.com. Bio-Touch Practitioner Training – Also May 4. 10am4pm. Interactive, enjoyable, hands-on training teaches how to help family, friends relieve pain and stress. $48 both days. Massage therapists: earn 10 CEUs ($60). Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-751-7751. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.com. Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path Through the Teachings of Bruno Groening – 3pm. Experience a simple, natural spiritual healing technique based on the teachings of German healer Bruno Groening and meet new friends. Free. The University of Arizona Medical Center, Room E, 1501 N Campbell Ave. 520-904-4801. Weissmae@email.arizona.edu. Bruno-Groening.org/english.

SUNDAY, MAY 4 Echoes of Love Experience – 2-3pm. What do a stairwell, a canyon and your bathroom have in common? ECHO! Vocal sounding in a playful, friendly atmosphere experienced in a resonant chamber. Free. TerraSante Village, 13535 W Sacred Earth Pl. 520-784-4468. KTwinFeathers@yahoo.com. Facebook.com/groups/echoesofloveexperience.

TUESDAY, MAY 6 Grief Recovery Group – 6:30-8pm. Seven-week program teaches you how to understand your own history of loss and leads you step by step to resolve your feelings, whether your loss occurred a week ago or decades ago. $99/7 weeks. Grief Recovery Tucson, 4621 N First Ave, Ste 11. 520-661-2350. Mklefevour@aol.com. GriefRecoveryTucson.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 10 Tapping Into Empowerment – 9am-5pm. EFT Tapping is the next big trend in self-help, seen on Oprah, Dr. Oz, and internet. Learn to rapidly resolve fears, phobias, self-sabotage, emotional distress, trauma & PTSD. Improve grades, performance, self-confidence. 520-241-5124. Esearch_Committee@EnergyPsych.org. Keep Your Energy System Flowing – 10-11:30am. Learn simple techniques to support and protect your energy system. Learn to affect fatigue, pain, emotions, and more. Handouts provided. Facilitator: Candace Studebaker, Reiki Master, Energy Worker. $30. The Man in the Maze Room, Casas Adobes Professional Plaza, 6965 N Oracle Rd. 520-797-1234. ManInTheMaze2013@gmail.com. ManInTheMazeRoom.com.

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Reiki Level I – 12-5pm. Learn to raise your frequency on the physical, emotional and mental levels. Bring wellness and balance into your life, pets, too. $100. Dove Mountain area, Tangerine and Twin Peaks. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 11 Tucson Holistic Health and Healing Fair – 9am1:30pm. Presentations on Hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Reiki, Massage Therapy, Yoga & Meditation. Free by invitation. ALAS, 6510 E 22nd St. TucsonHolisticFair.com. Meditation Class with Sarah McLean – 10am12:30pm. The Simple, Easy, Every Day Meditation Method introduces you to a powerful, yet simple-todo method you can use every day. $225/$165 for seniors, students, veterans. Scholarships are available. McLean Meditation Institute, 411 Hwy 179, Ste 8, Sedona. 928-204-0067. McLeanMeditation.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 13 The Art of Propagation – 7pm. Tony Sarah, owner of the Magic Garden Nursery will discuss Propagation: Nature’s Give Away, Creating & Growing New Plants From Existing Plants. Free. Ward Six City Council Office, 3202 E First St. 520-622-0905. MaxineGoodman17@yahoo.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14 TMS Education Day – 6-7pm. Learn about Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and how it will help alleviate your depression. Call office to sign up. Free. MindSource Centre, 7345 E Tanque Verde Rd. 520-296-7766. MindSourceCentre@yahoo.com. MindSourceCentre.com. Knowing, Finding the Sage Within – 6:30-8:30pm. With Rev. Janice Thomas, MS, CRS. Establish and heighten your connection to your own deep knowing via consciousness expanding mediations, sound healing and ancient wisdom from the future. $25. The Man in the Maze Room, Casas Adobes Professional Plaza, 6965 N Oracle Rd. RSVP at least 48 hrs in advance 520-219-9080. SacredJourney@earthlink.net. ManInTheMazeRoom.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 16 Gong Meditation in Indoor Salt Water Pool – 6:30-8pm. Float fully supported in an indoor warm salt-water pool while receiving the transformative vibrations of the Angel Gong. Release stress, pain, and what no longer serves you. $20 in the pool/$15 poolside. Santa Rita Springs Pool, near intersection of Grant Rd and Mountain Ave. 520-975-5376. MillMarcia@gmail.com. SpiritedChangeAZ.com.

Meet the Ancient Crystal Skull ‘SYNERGY’ - 6:309pm. Join us for a presentation about ‘Synergy’ and a meditation to raise your vibrations. Bring a drum or rattle (optional). $10. Mystic Candles & Metaphysical, 6546 E. 22nd St. (between Wilmot & Kolb). RSVP: 520-721-1011 or Info@mysticcandles.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 31 Keep Your Energy System Flowing – 10-11:30am. Learn simple techniques to support and protect your energy system. Learn to affect fatigue, pain, emotions, and more. Handouts provided. Facilitator: Candace Studebaker, Reiki Master, Energy Worker. $30. The Man in the Maze Room, Casas Adobes Professional Plaza, 6965 N Oracle Rd. 520-797-1234. ManInTheMaze2013@gmail.com. ManInTheMazeRoom.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 17 Open House & Fundraising Event - 9am-3pm. Enjoy great food, an art show, raffle and free product samples. Chair massages, iridology readings, and fun health related mini-sessions by small donation. Catalina Center for Colon Health and Advanced Hemorrhoid Care and Hormone Therapy, 828 N. Craycroft Road. For more information, call Danielle, 520-838-0228. Resistance & Release: with Deane Juhan – May 17-18. 9:30am-6:30pm. Dynamic and interactive approach for the re-coordination of extensive synergistic muscle groups. Improving strength, ease, increased range of motion and eliminating chronic restrictions and discomforts. $300. ASIS Massage Education Tucson Campus, 639 N 6th Ave. 866-334-3348. Workshops@ASISmassage.com. ASISWorkshops.com. Knowing, Finding the Sage Within – 10am-12pm. With Rev. Janice Thomas, MS, CRS. Establish and heighten your connection to your own deep knowing via consciousness expanding mediations, sound healing and ancient wisdom from the future. $25. The Man in the Maze Room, Casas Adobes Professional Plaza, 6965 N Oracle Rd. RSVP at least 48 hrs in advance, 520-219-9080. SacredJourney@earthlink.net. ManInTheMazeRoom.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 18 Tucson Bonsai Society Meeting & Lecture – 12-4pm. Learn the Art and Science of Bonsai, as adapted to the horticulture of the Sonoran Desert environment. Program Topic: “Basic Understanding of Soils and Their Components”. Free. Catalina United Methodist Church, 2700 E Speedway Blvd, Building H, Rooms 230 & 232. TucsonBonsai@yahoo.com. TucsonBonsaiSociety.org.

Angel Gong Wave Meditation in Salt-Water Pool – 3-4:30pm. Total relaxation and bliss are yours while floating effortlessly in warm salt-water pool as you receive the vibration and celestial harmonics from the Angel Gong. $20 in the pool/$15 poolside. Santa Rita Springs, near intersection of Grant Rd and Mountain Ave. 520-975-5376. MillMarcia@gmail.com. SpiritedChangeAZ.com.

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Bio-Touch Open House – 6pm. Co-founder Paul Bucky presents Bio-Touch, a light touch healing expression of the universal principle “Love Thy Neighbor”. Includes Q&A segment. Free. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E. Pima St. 520-323-7951.JustTouch.com.

Grand Opening Open House-Balanced Spirit Pilates Studio – 10am-2pm. Free 30-minute classes open to the public, hourly giveaways. 4619 E Speedway (Sprouts Center). 520-777-8001. BalancedSpiritPilates.com.

Communication Assisted Touch – 9am-5pm. May 24-25. In this wonderful exploratory weekend, students will learn effective methods to enhance their hands-on techniques by engaging their clients in brief verbal feedback interchanges. This class will teach both active listening and sensitive touch techniques. $250. ASIS Massage Education, Sedona Campus. 701 S Broadway, Clarkdale.

Jeanne Fellow’s Special Art Show – 4-8pm. Live music & refreshments. Many Hands Courtyard, 3054 N 1st Ave. 520-834-7800. JeanneFellow@yahoo.com. JeanneFellow.com. Ice Cream Social – 6:30-8pm. Tamara Spiritual Center’s Annual Ice Cream Social. An evening of delicious, cool desserts. Doors open at 6:30 pm. $8. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com.

Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the Teachings of Bruno Groening – 3pm. Experience a simple, natural spiritual healing technique based on the teachings of German healer Bruno Groening and meet new friends. The University of Arizona Medical Center, 1501 N Campbell Ave, Room E. 520-904-4801. Weissmae@email.arizona.edu. Bruno-Groening.org/english.

Documentary Film on Life of Famous Spiritual Healer – 12-5pm. “The Bruno Groening Phenomenon,” a documentary on the life of famous spiritual healer, Bruno Groening, will be screened. The film is an objective look at his life and work. UMC, Cafeteria Room C, 1501 N Campbell Ave. 520-904-4801. Weissmae@email.arizona.edu. Bruno-Groening.org/english.

Meditation Class with Sarah McLean – 10am12:30pm. The Simple, Easy, Every Day Meditation Method introduces you to a powerful, yet simpleto-do method you can use every day. $225/$165 for seniors, students, veterans. Scholarships are available. McLean Meditation Institute, 411 Hwy 179 Ste 8, Sedona. 928-204-0067. McLeanMeditation.com.

Retrieving Soul Fragments and Becoming Whole Again – 1-3pm. Return to joy and beauty, create a new story for our life, and restore gifts of love, trust, and creativity to our lives. In returning the soul fragments, we return to light. $100. Spirits Child Metaphysical Store, SE Corner of RIver/Orange Grove. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com.

Mini Healing Retreat – 12:30-5:15pm. A day of immersing yourself in a flow of healing experience that allows you to achieve the ultimate in self care and transformation. $50. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com.

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THURSDAY, MAY 29 Infant Massage Certification – May 29-June 1. 9am-5pm. This is a parent education program based on family strengths using nurturing touch and massage to promote the physical and emotional well-being of babies and young children. $650. ASIS Massage Education, 639 N 6th Ave. 928-639-3455. Workshops@ASISmassage.com. ASISWorkshops.com. Lecture By Author Tom Bird – 6-9pm. Right From God: Enlightenment – The Ultimate Gift That Comes From Writing A Book lecture. Tom Bird, best-selling author of You can Write a Book in a Weekend shows maybe there’s a bigger reason behind your desire to write. Advanced Registration required. 928-203-0265 or email: Info@TomBird.com. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco.Molly.Nelson@q.com.

Shame Resilience Group for Women – 12-week summer session. Meet Wednesdays 10am-12pm or 6-8pm to learn about the origins, manifestations and antidote to shame in your life. With a group of women, develop the skills of self awareness, empathy and compassion to stop the debilitating effects of shame and live a fuller, happier, more empowered life. $480 or 10% discount paid in advance. Pre-registration required. 2292 W Magee, Ste 130. 520-369-4017. Linda@RiverswayPsychotherapy.com. RiverswayPsychotherapy.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 6 ZY Qigong Intensive Retreat – June 6-13. Practice ZY Qigong with Grandmaster Mingtang Xu. Develop yourself spiritually, physically and energetically. Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, 14301 E Speedway. 520-404-8745. QigongMark@yahoo.com. ZyQigongAz.com. IONS Tucson Presents – 6:30-8pm. Special Summer Film Night. “The Importance of Being Extraordinary: A Conversation between Wayne Dyer and Eckhart Tolle.” In this dialogue they tackle questions such as: Who am I? What is real? What is the meaning of life? $5 suggested donation. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-1478. IONStucon@IONStucon.org. IONStucson.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 9 Camp Summer Experience – June 9-27 & June 30July 18. The LifeGuard Center presents Camp Summer Experience for ages 8-16 yrs. Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Camp includes: dance, drama, arts & crafts, field trips and more. $225/session. LifeGuard Center, 77 N Park Ave. 520-631-2710. LifeGuardCenter@gmail.com. LifeGuardCenter.org.

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TMS Education Day – 6-7pm. MindSource Centre is hosting a free TMS Education Day for you to learn about TMS and how it will help alleviate your depression. Free. MindSource Centre, 7345 E Tanque Verde Rd. 520-296-7766. MindSourceCentre@yahoo.com. MindSourceCentre.com.

TMS Education Day – 6pm. Learn about Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and how it will help alleviate your depression. Call office to sign up. Free. MindSource Centre, 7345 E Tanque Verde Rd. 520-296-7766. MindSourceCentre@yahoo.com. MindSourceCentre.com.

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Meditation Class with Sarah McLean – 2pm4:30pm. The Simple, Easy, Every Day Meditation Method introduces you to a powerful, yet simpleto-do method you can use every day. $225/$165 for seniors, students, veterans. Scholarships are available. McLean Meditation Institute, 411 Hwy 179 Ste 8, Sedona. 928-204-0067. McLeanMeditation.com.

Sacred Space and Wisdom from Three Key Past Lives – 1-3pm. Learn critical information from three key past lives. We will follow our timeline into the past, learning what we need for creating the best for our futures with ease and grace. $30 advance/$35door. Spirits Child Metaphysical Store, SE Corner of River/Orange Grove. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 20 Spiritualy of Healing – June-20-22. Spirituality of Healing: Seven Steps to Becoming A Healing Presence. Join Dr. James Finley renowned author, Merton scholar and clinical psychologist. $225. Hilton El Conquistador, 10000 N Oracle Rd. 520-882-0290. ContemplativeWisdom2@gmail.com. JamesFinleyConference2014.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 21 Reiki Specialized Symbols – 10am-4pm. Workshop on specialized Reiki symbols to all with Level I or further training. Taught by the Bon Monks, these specialized symbols provide important focused energies. $100. Spirits Child Metaphysical Store, SE Corner of RIver/Orange Grove, in Sprouts Shopping Center with Sprouts. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 22 Tucson Bonsai Society Meeting & Lecture – 12pm-. Come join in the fun and learn the Art and Science of Bonsai, as adapted to the horticulture of the Sonoran Desert environment. Program Topic: “Bonsai Favorites for Monsoon Season”. Free. Catalina United Methodist Church, 2700 E Speedway Blvd, Building H, Rooms 230 & 232, TucsonBonsai@yahoo.com. TucsonBonsaiSociety.org.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 Chi Nei Tsang: Taoist Abdominal Massage – 9am6pm. August 9-10. With Caryn Boyd Diel. Learn basic traditional principles of Chi Nei Tsang, beginning anatomy of the internal organs, Taoist meditations and breathing exercises, qigong to increase the flow of chi through the body, and a complete detoxifying routine. 16 CEUS. $275. ASIS Massage Education Sedona Campus, 701 S Broadway, Clarkdale. 866-334-3348. Workshops@ASISmassage.com. ASISworkshops.com.

markyourcalendar OCTOBER 2014 - JUNE 2015 TUBAC HEALING ARTS 200 HOUR YOGA TEACHING TRAINING 16 Weekend Sessions This program meets and exceeds the standards of Yoga Alliance. Studio in Tubac, Arizona 45 minutes south of Tucson TubacHealingArts.com / 520-275-2689

FRIDAY, JULY 11 Cancer & Massage: An Introduction for Massage Therapists – 9am-6pm. July 11-13. This class will provide massage therapists with a substantial foundation in understanding how to approach treating a client with cancer with professionalism, competence and compassion. Provides 24 Continuing Education Units. $575. ASIS Massage Education Sedona Campus, 701 S Broadway, Clarkdale. 866-334-3348. Workshops@ASISmassage.com. ASISworkshops.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 12 Reiki Level II - Working Across Space and Time – 12-5pm. This training will enable you to greatly increase your capacity for channeling energy and enable you to work both across geographic distance and to access knowledge across time and space. Level II also enhances intuition. $100. Highlands Activity Building, 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd, Marana. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com.

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sunday 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. The Deeper Meaning of Jesus’ Words – 9am & 11 am. Explore the underlying ideas of our Christian heritage for your deeper understanding. Child care provided. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N. Camino Blanco. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-3300. UnityTus.com. Ai Chi – 10am. With Connie Seddon. A flowing, powerful program of breath & movement in a warm saltwater pool, a safe & easy way to increase oxygen and nutritional absorbtion. Painless stretch & relaxation method, ideal for improving range of motion, balance and mobility. $15. Santa Rita Springs. 520245-6616. AquaticRelaxation.com. Unity of Tucson’s Summer Schedule – 10-11am. Unity of Tucson will hold one service each Sunday from May 25 through August 31. Youth programs and child care will be offered. Social hour before and after the service. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebration Services – 10am, meditation; 10-11:30am, service. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712. 520-319-1042, Admin@TucsonCSL.org, TucsonCSL.org. Center of Hope – 10am-12pm. Prayer at 10am followed by worship at 10:30am. Children’s Service at 11am; Close with social time and coffee. 505 W Miracle Mile. 520-882-8132. CenterOfHopeTucson@hotmail.com. Advice for Life and Prayers for World Peace – 1011:15am. Learn how to put Buddha’s teaching to use in our normal busy lives. Concurrent children’s class. By donation. Kadampa Meditation Center, 1701 E Miles Street. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org.

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Inspirational Sunday Service – 10am-2pm. Guided meditation, speakings and psychic messages. Everyone receives a message. Free. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-327-4559. DianaOhoh@yahoo.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com.

daily 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.

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Science of Spirituality – 10am-2pm. New hours. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N 1st Ave. 520-209-1755. Celebration and Potluck – 10:30am. Last Sun. Lovebased, practical spiritual teachings empower you to live your most abundant and meaningful life. Celebrate your magnificence. Child care available. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace, 1551 S Eastside Loop #121. 520-546-3696. Info@UnityPeaceAZ.com.

monday Bio-Touch Sessions – 9am-5pm. For soothing arthritis and other pain, stress relief and supporting good health, as an application of the universal principle “Love Thy Neighbor”. By donation. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-751-7751.

Sunday Worship – 10:30-11:30am. 3rd Sun. Founded on the power of prayer, and honoring Jesus as our Master Teacher, Unity provides practical teachings to help people live healthy and meaningful lives.Child care available. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace, 1551 S Eastside Loop, Ste 121. 520-546-3696. Info@UnityPeaceAZ.com. UnityPeaceAZ.com. Community Interfaith Church – 10:45 am Visioning Meditation; 11 am Youth Church and Sunday Celebration. Solutions for living in today’s world. Rev. George Wrigley, Senior Minister. 6265 N La Canada, south of Orange Grove Rd, on west side of road. 520-861-8734. CommunityInterfaithChurch.com. Sunday Service – 11am. Coffee & conversation, 10:30am. Celebrating the Unity of God and Man, Worship, Healing, Prophesy. The Temple of Universality. Masonic Temple, 3590 N. Country Club Rd., Country Club & Prince. Founder Rev. Betty Tatalajski: 520-884-5340. TempleOfUniversality@gmail.com. TheTempleOfUniversality.org. Yogananda Gathering – 11am-1pm. 3rd Sun. Attune to Yogananda’s teachings through chanting, meditation affirmations, readings and the beautiful Festival of Light ceremony. Snack and fellowship follows. Ananda Center, 1002 E Prince Rd. 520-299-9309. ElizabethLMason@yahoo.com. AnandaArizona.org. Aqua Yoga – 12 & 1:30pm. 3rd Sun. Yoga poses in the comfort and support of heated water open up possibilities for improved balance, stretching, breathing and relaxation. $15. Santa Rita Springs, 1195 E Edison. 520-370-3499. Jebyron@yahoo.com. HealingPathYoga.net. Church of Mankind Services – 2pm. Come to the healing chair and receive laying-on of hands or messages from your Angels and Guides during services. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave. 520-461-2910, 520-790-7374. Qi Gong And Tai Chi – 2-3:30pm. Qi gong and tai chi Master Teacher Zhao from Shao Lin China is instructing classes in Qi Gong and Tai Chi. Discount when paid by semester or $10 per class. Grace To the Nations, 6180 E Pima St. 520-318-1981. Shuping_Zhao@yahoo.com. Chapel of Awareness Spiritual Church, Healings & Readings – 4pm. Meditation, healings, spirit messages. Private Readings available after the service at 5-5:30pm. Free will donation. Quaker Meetinghouse, 931 N Fifth Ave. Call 520-820-0727 to reserve time. ChapelOfAwarenessTucson.net. Desert Ashram – 7pm. Also Thurs, 7pm. Immerse yourself in a beautiful and peaceful monastic center. Spiritual teachings of Swami Amar Jyoti, chanting, meditation, library, bookshop, walking paths. Free. Personal retreats available. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. TruthConsciousness.org.

Breathe Well - Feel Better – 11am-1pm. With Steve Ross. This fun and highly interactive class addresses the simple solution to so many health and stress-related problems – proper breathing. Fragrance free. $20/class,$25/hour for counseling or breathwork. 520-825-2009. Steve.Ross@WildBlue.net. RelaxAndBreathe.net. Aquatic Therapy – 11:30am-12:30pm. With Carolyn Rashti, M.S. Slow, gentle movements with guided breathing in a warm indoor pool. Relieve pain, tension, depression, improve circulation, breathing, tone, digestion, flexibility, endurance. 8 classes: $160. First class is free. 520-742-4292. AquaticTherapyTucson.com. How to Meditate – 11:30am-12:30pm. 4-week class debunks the myth that meditation is too hard or contrary to a specific religious orientation. Learn many ways to focus and calm the mind. $35 for 4 classes pre-paid or $10/class. Central Tucson location. 520-320-5559.Steve.Ross@WildBlue.net. RelaxAndBreathe.net. If You Think you Can’t Do Yoga – Floor class, 11:30am-12:30pm. Chair class, 1:30-2:30pm. Modified postures to help people do yoga. Classes designed to help you improve flexibility, posture, balance, overall health and well-being. Individual and group classes. Central Tucson. $10 per week. Lynne Wolf, 520-405-803. TiggerLilly136@gmail.com. Meditation for a Happy Mind – 7-8:30pm. The New Meditation Handbook is a practical guide to meditation that teaches us how to make ourselves and others happy by developing inner peace. First class free, $10/class, or 5-class card/$40. Animus Center (River Center Plaza), 5575 E River Road Ste 121. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org. URANTIA Book Classes – 7-9pm. Taught by instructors from Global Community Communications Schools. Suggested minimum donation $10/class. Sea Of Glass–Center For The Arts, 330 E 7 St. 520-490-2554. Info@TheSeaOfGlass.org. TheSeaOfGlass.org.

tuesday 8:30am Workout – 8:30-9:30am. Combination of yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi ending with meditation. Bring yoga mat and water bottle. $10. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. 520-209-1755. Saberlmp@aol.com. 3861WellnessFirst.com. Restorative Movement – 10-11am. Develop your body’s ability to serve you & regain youthful agility as you age by increasing body awareness. Work in 96 degree solar heated Santa Rita Springs waters, using somatic principles, breath work and relaxation techniques. $15. Santa Rita Springs. 520-977-6847. Nitule7@hotmail.com. SantaritaSprings.com.

Qigong/Tai Chi – 10:15am-12:45pm. Back-toback classes Self Healing Qigong, Tai Chi for Health. Beginners welcome. Go deeper if you have experience. See website for cost. Tanque Verde Lutheran Church, 8625 E Tanque Verde Rd. 520-780-6751. Heather@MoveIntoWellbeing.com. MoveIntoWellbeing.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. Distance Healing Conference Calls – 6:30-7pm. 3rd Tues. Distance energy healing offers a powerful way to receive the benefits of Reiki and Deeksha, with a guided meditation first to help you relax and open. Call 805-399-1000 and enter access code: 611994. Free. Lucia@LuminousAdventures.com. LuminousAdventures.com. Spiritual Development Classes – 6:30-8pm. Classes to nurture spiritual growth. Topics vary. A group discussion is always included, followed by a guided meditation. $8. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.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. Gent-ly 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 Qigong – 9-10am. With Barbara Evans-Levine. This ancient Chinese mind-body-spirit healing practice lowers stress, boosts the immune system, calms the mind, creates balance and harmony within, and more. $7. Lotus Massage & Wellness Center, 2850 E Grant Rd. 520-760-0054. bjel17@yahoo.com. Qigong/Tai Chi – 9-11:30am. Back-to-back classes Self Healing Qigong, Tai Chi for Health. Beginners welcome. Go deeper if you have experience. $35/mth. Casas Adobes United Congregational Church, 6801 N Oracle Rd. 520-780-6751. Heather@MoveIntoWellbeing.com. MoveIntoWellbeing.com. Bio-Touch Sessions – 9am-5pm. Bio-Touch is an application of the universal principle “Love thy Neighbor,” as a means to alleviate pain, stress, and support good health. By donation. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St, Tucson. 520-751-7751. 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.

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Life’s Support Group – 10-11am. Meet with a group supporting lifes changes and demands. Support with health, exercise, mental wellbeing and more. $10. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave, Bldg A. 520-668-0039. Saberlmp@aol.com. 3861WellnessFirst.com. Elder Circle, The Wisdom Journey – 10:3011:30am. 2nd Wed. A safe, respectful place to harvest your life. Topics are about life, legacy and mentoring. Free. TMCSrs, 1400 N Wilmot Rd. 520-323-1805 x121. Ctornbom@OurFamilyServices.org. Elder Circle, The Wisdom Journey – 10:3011:30am. Last Wed. A safe, respectful place to harvest your life. Topics are about life, legacy and mentoring. Free. St. Phillips in the Foothills, 4440 N Campbell at River. 520-298-6542. DelJonesAZ@cox.net. Lunchtime Meditation for a Happy Mind – 121pm. Class on applying Buddhism in our daily lives followed by meditation on that topic. Bring a vegetarian sack lunch if you wish. First class free, $10 or 5 for $40. Kadampa Meditation Center, 1701 E Miles. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org. Aquatic Therapy – 11:30am-12:30pm. With Carolyn Rashti, M.S. Slow, gentle movements with guided breathing in a warm indoor pool. Relieve pain, tension, depression, improve circulation, breathing, tone, digestion, flexibility, endurance. 8 classes: $160. First class is free. 520-742-4292. AquaticTherapyTucson.com. Sunset Ai Chi – 6:30pm. With Julia Barwell. Movement, relaxation and fun in warm water, with deep breathing and slow, broad movements of the arms, legs & torso to help with pain. $15. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520 360-1798. JuliaBar@cox.net. SantaritaSprings.com. Cosmic Family Book Classes – 7-9pm. Taught by instructors from Global Community Communications Schools. Suggested minimum donation $10/class. Sea Of Glass—Center For The Arts, 330 E 7 St. 520-490-2554. Info@TheSeaOfGlass.org. TheSeaOfGlass.org.

thursday Drum Circle – 10-11am. Rhythm making, stress reduction, joy, fun and community building. No experience necessary. A few drums available. Free. Rhythm Industries, 1013 S Tyndall Ave. 520-624-6110. Sinde@cox.net. Gentle Yoga Classes – 12:30-1:15pm. Gentle Hatha yoga. All levels of experience are welcome. Small classes focus on your individual needs and are led by our instructor Nadia Hblika. $10 Walk in, 1st session is Free. Indigo Oasis Studio, 204 W Grant Rd, Unit 180. 520-329-2478. Info@IndigoOasis.com. IndigoOasis.com. Bodymind Refreshment – 1:30pm. with Norma Itule, Certified Biosomatic Educator. Deeply relaxing moving meditation class. Begins on the floor, then moves to warm salt waters of Santa Rita Springs. $15/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register at 520-977-6847 or Nitule7@hotmail.com. 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.

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Green Chamber Monthly Networking Mixer – 5:307:30pm. 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. Eating Disorders Recovery Group for Women – 5:30-7pm. Get support for struggling food issues, Including compulsive eating, restricting food or using exercise or other purging methods to control your weight. $50/session. Man in the Maze Room, 6965 N Oracle Rd. Contact: Linda Cerveny, LCSW 520-797-1234. ManInTheMaze2013@gmail.com. ManInTheMazeRoom.com. Peace Circle – 6-7pm. 1st Thur. Focus on peace education -the causes and conditions of peace. Free will donation. Our Family Services, 3830 E Bellevue. 520-323-1708. Ctornbom@OurFamilyServices.org. Tai Chi and Chi Kung – 6:45 to 8:15pm. Gentle, flowing movements that relax the body, calm the mind, improve health, increase energy and make you feel good. Free. Church of Christ, 2848 N Mountain Ave. Contact to confirm: 520-795-8612. Dsrtdrgn@gmail.com. Desert Ashram – 7pm. Also Sun. Immerse yourself in a beautiful and peaceful monastic center. Spiritual teachings of Swami Amar Jyoti, chanting, meditation, library, bookshop, walking paths. Free. Personal retreats available. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. Meditation for a Happy Mind – 7-8:30pm. The New Meditation Handbook is a practical guide to meditation that teaches us how to make ourselves and others happy by developing inner peace. $10/class, or 5-class card/$40. First class free. Kadampa Meditation Center, 1701 E.Miles St. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org.

friday 8:30am Workout – 8:30-9:30am. Combination of yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi ending with meditation. Bring yoga mat and water bottle. $10. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. 520-209-1755. Saberlmp@aol.com. 3861WellnessFirst.com. Tucson Farmers’ Market East – 9am-1pm. Organic produce, fresh baked goods, custom blended teas, fresh roasted coffees, range-fed meats, gourmet soups and sauces, tamales and more. Jesse Owens Park, south of Broadway on Sarnoff. 520-882-2157. Women’s Group – 9:30-11:30am. A weekly group that explores personal issues through the ancient technique of intuitive drumming and guided meditation. $20. 520-405-0963. Vsuaso@comcast.net. Catalina Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Fresh produce, baked goods, salmon, range-fed beef, artisans, unique gifts, food court, more. 77 N Marketplace (Farmer’s), 16733 N Oracle Rd (opposite Eagle Crest entrance), Catalina. 520-825-4427. 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.

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Aquatic Therapy – 11:30am-12:30pm. With Carolyn Rashti, M.S. Slow, gentle movements with guided breathing in a warm indoor pool. Relieve pain, tension, depression, improve circulation, breathing, tone, digestion, flexibility, endurance. 8 classes: $160. First class is free. 520-742-4292. AquaticTherapyTucson.com. Healing and Message Circle – 12pm. Free/donations welcome. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-327-0142. DianaOhoh@yahoo.com. United-Fellowship-Chapel.com. Gentle Yoga Classes – 6-7:30pm. Gentle Hatha yoga. All levels of experience are welcome. Small classes focus on your individual needs and are led by our instructor Nadia Hblika. $10 Walk in, 1st session is Free. Indigo Oasis Studio, 204 W Grant Rd, Unit 180. 520-329-2478. Info@IndigoOasis.com. IndigoOasis.com.

saturday Loft Cinema Farmers’ Market – 8-11am. Weekly farmers’ market on our patio featuring fresh organic food from local vendors and farmers. Free. The Loft Cinema, 3233 E Speedway Blvd. 520-795-0844. LoftCinema.org. 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. 520-207-2429x2. Marketplace@MontereyCourtAZ. com. MontereyCourtAZ.com. Oro Valley Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Organic fruits and vegetables, breads, pastries, aromatherapy, tamales, salsa, flowers. Corner of Naranja & La Canada in the Town Hall complex. 520-882-2157. Rincon Valley Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. Organic produce, fresh flowers, baked goods, ironworks, arts and crafts by local artisans. 12500 E Old Spanish Trail. St. Philips Saturday Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. Organic produce and meats, prepared foods, baked goods, coffee/teas, cheese, eggs, honey, plants, body care, massage, green/ecological products, health conscious items, health practitioners, music. River & Campbell. 520-603-8116. Gentle Yoga Classes – 10-11:30am. Gentle Hatha yoga. All levels of experience are welcome. Small classes focus on your individual needs and are led by our instructor Nadia Hblika. $10 Walk in, 1st session is Free. Indigo Oasis Studio, 204 W Grant Rd, Unit 180. 520-329-2478. Info@IndigoOasis.com. IndigoOasis.com. 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.

Artisan Marketplace – 10am-8pm. Also Sun. Local artisans, psychic readings, and more. New vendors always welcome. Free. Monterey Court, 505 W Miracle Mile. 520-207-2429 X 2. Info@MontereyCourtAZ.com. MontereyCourtAZ.com. Breathe Well - Feel Better – 11am-1pm. With Steve Ross. This fun and highly interactive class addresses the simple solution to so many health and stress-related problems – proper breathing. Fragrance free. $20/class,$25/hour for counseling or breathwork. 520-825-2009. Steve.Ross@WildBlue.net. RelaxAndBreathe.net. Plant-Based Food Potluck Dinner – 4-6pm. 2nd Sat. Enjoy the support of other like-minded healthy eaters and learn some new recipes. Potluck guidelines found at HealthyYouNetwork.org. Free; must bring a dish to share. Healthy You Network Resource Center, 3913 E Pima St (at Alvernon). 520-207-7503. AmberAdil@HealthyYouNetwork.org. HealthyYouNetwork.org.

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classified ANIMAL COMMUNICATION AND ENERGY HEALING Better understand your animal to enhance your relationship, address behavioral issues, learn what your pet needs to be healthy. Judy Ferrig, M.S., 520-245-4214, OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com. 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. UNICITY NETWORK: Research based natural products for everyday health. Lower cholesterol and slim down without side effects. rrking.myunicity.net. 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.

Candice Thomas, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac. Located within 5th Street Chiropractic Center 5602 E. 5th, 85711 520-390-6767 Acucandy@gmail.com • LightWorksAcu.com Candice is an Integrative Acupuncturist specializing in chronic pain conditions. She uses a unique combination of therapies, specially developed to be the most effective. Her patients leave her care feeling strong, balanced, and vitally alive. Accepts insurance. Call to inquire.

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Michele Smith, M.Ac.O.M, L.Ac., Dipl, Ac. 1927 E. Grant Rd., 85719 520-777-7444 Gpcacupuncture@gmail.com Gpcacupuncture.com Licensed acupuncturist, Michele Smith, is confident and skilled in treating a wide range of health concerns, having administered thousands of acupuncture treat-ments. The clinic’s tranquil community setting and low cost allow patients to receive the quality healthcare needed. See ad page 17.

THRIVE FAMILY ACUPUNCTURE Jamie Szybala, Lac Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine WellnessFirst! 3861 N First Ave., 85719 520-955-4243 • 520-209-1755 ThriveFamilyAcupuncture.com

Jamie is a second-generation healer and practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She uses acupuncture, manual therapy, dietary counseling and herbal formulas to correct imbalances and to help people honor their bodies to achieve optimum health at any age. See ad page 13.

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 28.

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BIO-TOUCH CENTER

TUCSON MINDFUL MASSAGE

5634 E Pima St, 85712 520-323-7951 Office@justtouch.com JustTouch.com

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 29.

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 28.

INTUITIVE HANDS MASSAGE THERAPY

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Enjoy the deeply healing benefits of therapeutic massage in the comfort of your home or business. Relieve chronic pain, release stress, or recover from injuries with Don’s nurturing Integrative Bodywork (blending traditional massage modalities with Craniosacral and Reiki). Prenatal/pregnancy massage a specialty. See ad page 29.

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

BUSINESS SERVICES MARIE MIYASHIRO, APR

Elucity Network, Inc. Business Consultant, Author, Speaker 520-777-7271 P.O. Box 64338; 85728 Marie.Miyashiro@elucity.com EmpathyFactorAtWork.com For business owners and team leaders who want to increase productivity and profits, Marie consults, writes, and speaks on the topic of winning workplace collaborations. See ad on page 49.

CHIROPRACTIC BE NOW CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Lee Ann Kalaba 520-484-3471 Facebook.com/benowchiro

Light-force chiropractic adjustments, Soft Tissue Release, nutritional counseling, weightloss strategies, exercise programs. Call today for a free consultation. Mention seeing us in Natural Awakenings and receive $20 off an initial physical exam! See ad on page 8.

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 28.

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 29.

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WINTERHAVEN HEALTH CENTER Dr Nathan Conlee 3020 North 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 33.

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CLASSES 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”.

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 28.

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, MA, MFT 520-320-5559 Steve.Ross@wildblue.net

Steve Ross, M.A., M.F.T., specializes in anxiety reduction and stress management using diaphragmatic breathing, deep relaxation, mindfulness, and ways to neutralizing negative thoughts. Steve is an experienced meditation teacher and grief counselor. He offers classes, groups, and private coaching sessions.

SUSAN HANNAH

2850 E. Grant Rd. 85716 520-329-1402 SusanHannah.com Sue offers Reiki sessions, classes, spiritual business and life coaching as well as psychic readings. Her background includes being an intuitive, having a graduate degree in counseling and twenty years of experience helping people move beyond struggle in their lives.

TRANSFORMATIONAL INTUITIVE GUIDANCE Lucia Maya 520-579-8844 LuminousAdventures.com

Get clear about what you want and how to achieve it, with support and guidance on your journey. Through deep listening, powerful questions, and my practical and spiritual approach you will unveil your heart’s desire and live your dreams. See ad page 28.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY CATALINA CENTER FOR COLON HEALTH 1828 N. Craycroft Rd. 520-838-0228

National certified therapists work with in-house MDs and an ND to educate clients on digestion, detoxification and nutrition. Offering two FDA approved closed-system Colon Hydrotherapy devices coupled with expert advice to help you from the ‘inside out’. See ad page 10.

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 21.

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN Central Tucson location 520-403-1686 VerySpecialAlternatives@gmail.com

Confidentiality, privacy, and respect for your individual needs. Closed gravity system with dual-filtered, UV-purified water and disposable speculums. Probiotic reflorastation. Also offering consultation, referral services, ear coning, phlebotomy skills, The One Command. Affordable rates & packages. By appointment including 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.

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.

ENERGY WORK ENERGY HEALING/EFT-ADV

Graduate: Barbara Brennan School of Healing (4 yr. school) EFT Practitioner, Psyche-K 520-909-3455 EnergyBalancingAz.com Experience positive results in one appointment! Phyllis is highly Intuitive and gets directly to the root of your Health, Relationship and Career issues. Pain, depression/anxiety, financial problems and sexual trauma resolution. Call now and get your Confident Self back!

LUMINOUS ADVENTURES

Lucia Maya 520-579-8844 Lucia@luminousadventures.com LuminousAdventures.com Reiki - Craniosacral - Raindrop Technique. Lucia offers a unique blend of energy work and aromatherapy which brings you to a state of profound and deep relaxation. From this place of stillness, your body can heal, coming into balance and resolving physical and emotional pain. See ad page 28.

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.

HEALTHFOOD STORES NEW LIFE HEALTH CENTERS NewLifeHealth.com

New Life Health Centers is locally owned and operated. We have been serving Tucson since 1970 with the best products to help you live a long and healthy life. Our motto is “New Life KNOWS Nutrition” We make it our goal to do just that…KNOW nutrition…in order to serve you better. See ad on page 26 and 27.

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 43.

HEALTHY EATING EAT BY CHOICE, NOT BY HABIT

Sylvia Haskvitz 520-572-9295 Silgiraffe@aol.com • EatByChoice.net Using the Nonviolent Communication process, explore your inner critic’s messages that underlie your eating patterns and translate your judgments into compassion to connect with your underlying needs. Create the quality of relationship with food that you would like.

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

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. See ad on page 18.

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.

HOLISTIC HEALING CARITAS CENTER FOR HEALING 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. See ad page 9.

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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 41.

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, shamanic healing and journeys, and creates wellness plans together with her clients. She is committed to helping clients achieve health, wellness and spiritual well-being. See ad on pages 29 and 33.

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 BETH ACKERLEY MD, MD(H) Board Certified Psychiatrist Homeopathic Physician 520-299-5694 MaryMD@mypassion4health.com MyPassion4Health.com

Dr. Mary Beth Ackerley, MD, MDH, is a classically-trained board-certified psychiatrist and homeopathic physician who specializes in the holistic treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, and menopause through the use of amino acid therapy, hormone replacement, nutritional support and homeopathy. She was appointed by the Governor to sit on the Arizona Board of Homeopathic and Integrated Medicine. See ad page 12.

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HOME LOANS KAREN M FISHER, NMLS # 180167 Nova Home Loans 6245 E. Broadway Blvd., Ste. 400 85711 520-202-4108 520-977-0214 Karen.Fisher@novahomeloans.com HomeLoansForTucson.com Karen Fisher is a mortgage originator for Nova Home Loans. She specializes in purchase and refinance transactions with conventional, FHA, and VA financing. See ad page 3.

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 36.

HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY NORTHSTAR HYPERBARICS Dr. Carol Henrinks, MD 7598 N La Cholla Blvd., 85741 520-229-1238 NorthstarHBOT.com

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) saturates the body with oxygen reducing inflammation and enhancing recovery from central nervous system injury including: Traumatic Brain Injury, Post Concussion Syndrome, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, Birth Injury, Autism, Spinal Cord Injury, Near Drowning, Anoxic Brain Injury and other conditions. See ad on page 39.

HYPNOTHERAPY ALAS (AWAKENING LOVE ACTION SUCCESS) Dr. Tomas Sepulveda, PhD, MS, Cht 6510 E. 22nd St. 85710 520-885-0575 Tomas.Sepulveda@alaslifecoaching.com AlasLifeCoaching.com

Negative behavior patterns learned through experience can hold you back in life. Hypnosis and NLP are just two of the powerful resources that are used to create fast and lasting change. If not NOW, when?

FOCUSED WELLNESS SOLUTIONS Rosemary King Aprn, Bc Hn, Bc Cht 520-400-3456 Rrking52@Aol.Com FocusedWellnessSolutions.com

Could past patterns be holding you back in succeeding with your wellness goals? Rosie works with individuals in the privacy of their homes with personalized hypnosis sessions. Individuals hypnosis CDs also available as well as Health Coaching.

PAST LIFE REGRESSION

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 13.

MEDICAL CARE ADVANCED HEMORRHOID CARE AND HORMONE THERAPY 1828 N. Craycroft Rd, Tucson 520-795-6900 TucsonAHC.com

Our medical center was established in 2007 by Dr. Michael Bush. Dr. Bush and Dr. Halpe’ have treated over 12,000 hemorrhoids, and recently have added bio-identical hormone therapy for both our male and female patients. Call for information and to schedule an appointment. See ad page 10.

MENTAL HEALTH DR STEPHEN STREITFELD

MindSource Centre 7345 E Tanque Verde Rd. Tucson, 85715 520-296-7766 • 520-296-2301 mindsourcecentre.com facebook.com/mindsourcecentre Break free from the chains of de-pression. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy can help. FDA approved. TMS is not medication and sessions are done right in the office.Check out the www.mindsourcecentre.com to learn more about TMS or call to set up a TMS consultation. See ad on page 6.

E. JEAN DUBOSE, LCSW

520-625-9128 ThePlaceOfHealingTherapy.com Online scheduling Insurance accepted Jean combines the best of Traditional and Non Traditional therapies -energy, crystals, essential oils , sound, shamanic journey in her counseling practice to assist her clients to achieve their goals for relief of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and for spiritual transformation.

METAPHYSICAL GIFTS & SUPPLIES THE CRYSTAL SINGING BOWL TEMPLE Tryshe Dhevney, Bowl Master Day’s Inn (just off the lobby) 222 S. Freeway/I-10, I-10 & Congress Exit 258, Tucson 520-440-7820 • SoundShifting.com

The Crystal Singing Bowl Temple offers a life-changing and transformational experience. Crystal bowls resonate with the crystalline realm of the planet as well as the crystalline structure within our very bones, bringing about deep calm, centeredness and joy. Call for an appointment today. See ad page 21.

MYSTIC CANDLES & METAPHYSICAL

6546 E. 22nd Street, 85710 520-721-1011 mysticcandles.org Hand-Crafted Candles * Incense * Sage * Oils * Books * CDs * Tarot Cards * Jewelry * Gemstones. Psychic Readings offered Wednesday-Saturday by Nancy Parsons, Rhodea Nicols, & Sherri Leigh. Now hosting group and private healing sessions with the Ancient Crystal Skull ‘Synergy’ (see calendar of events).

SPIRITSCHILD

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.

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 42.

GENESIS NATURAL MEDICINE CENTER

Dr. Micheal Uzick Dr. Nancy Aton 3920 N. Campbell Ave., 85719 520-495-4400 GenesisNaturalMedicine.com Genesis offers superior care in: Naturopathic Oncology, Gynecology, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Primary Care, Chiropractic, Nutritional Counseling, Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, Colon Hydrotherapy, Intravenous nutrient therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Massage, Far Infrared Sauna.

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.

PAST LIFE REGRESSION 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 13.

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PERSONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT TAO TIME

Dale Bruder 1505 N Alamo Pl., 85712 520-331-1956 DaleBruder.com TaoTime@dalebruder.com

PET SERVICES GRANDMA’S HOUSE DOG BOARDING

Lanae McDade 5019 E. Timrod St., 85711 520-979-2539 LanaeMcDade@hotmail.com Facebook.com/houseofgrandma Boarding with love not cages! Specialized boarding and daycare of small breed dogs. Free meet and greet by appointment. Clean home, secure yard. 24 hour indoor/ outdoor access and supervision.Affordable, loving care your dog deserves.

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.

PHOTOGRAPHY MIKE LELAND PHOTOGRAPHY 520-822-7972 MikeLeland.com TucsonRealEstatePhotography.com

Mike Leland Photography and sister company Tucson Real Estate Photography offer high quality, professional photographic services. Based in Tucson, AZ with products and services to fit most budgets. Services include; Wedding, Portrait, Headshots, Real Estate, Interiors/ Architectural. Google Business Photos. See ad on page 15.

PHYSICAL THERAPY APPLIED PHYSICAL MEDICINE, PLLC NOAH ABRAHAMS, PT, DPT WellnessFirst! 3861 N. 1st Ave., 85719 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 19.

SALON/SPA SERVICES INDIGO OASIS

Natural Skincare Placita de la Luna 204 West Grant Rd. 520-329-2478 • IndigoOasis.com Offering personalized and caring skincare using natural products. Choose from our wide variety of services including facials, peels, waxing and body treatments. Focused Hatha Yoga classes are held in our charming studio. See schedule on-line. See ad page 30.

SCHOOLS ARIZONA SCHOOL OF ACUPUNCTURE AND ORIENTAL MEDICINE 4646 E. Fort Lowell Rd., Ste. 103 520-795-0787 Admissions@asaom.edu • Asaom.edu

Learn to practice a full medicine— traditional Chinese thinking and diagnosis along with skills in acupuncture, herbs, and Asian bodywork therapy—the three departments in a traditional Chinese hospital. Respond competently and with confidence to whatever concerns people bring in your clinic door.

SOUND THERAPY ANGEL GONG WAVE

Marcia Breitenbach, MA 520-975-5376 • MillMarcia@gmail.com SpiritedChangeAZ.com Experience the magic of the Angel Gong Wave frequencies. Offerings include gong meditations in home, office, conference and salt-water pool. Participants say, “heaven on earth, “ delicious!” “best sound healing ever,” “energy boost for me and my home, “ and “transcendent deep relaxation.”

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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.

SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS 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 30.

CHAPEL OF AWARENESS SPIRITUAL CHURCH

Rev. Jim McCaw, Pastor 931 N. Fifth Ave ChapelOfAwarenessTucson@wordpress.com 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.

KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER ARIZONA 1701 E. Miles St., 85719 520-441-1617 MeditationInTucson.org

Learn time-tested methods for finding peace of mind - the key to happiness. Weekly classes in Buddhist meditation and philosophy, prayer services, retreats and spiritual advice with Resident teacher Gen Kelsang Lingpur and senior practitioners. 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 14.

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.

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, INC

Rev. Diana O. and Rev. Susan Wright 4718 E. Hawthorne St., 85711 520-327-0142 United-Fellowship-Chapel.com Self-Realization/Psychic-Development to know thyself, to heal, and to change is available on an individual basis. The Meta-physical Principles Course is an in-depth study of metaphysics. In the Universal Metaphysics course one learns the definitions. In the Seminary, one may become an ordained minister. See ad page 24.

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 39.

T’AI CHI MOVE INTO WELL-BEING Heather Chalon, MPH T’ai Chi, Qigong, Tao Yoga 520-780-6751 MoveIntoWellBeing.com Move Into Well Being on FB

Certified instructor of Taoist Healing Arts including tai chi, qigong, tao yin (yoga), therapeutic qigong. Her focus is on sharing simple, enjoyable techniques customized to your individual needs. Private healing sessions and lessons by appointment, classes, workshops, workplace wellness.

WOMEN’S HEALTH DIANE GOEDECKE, NP, MS, CNM, FNP-C 5659 E. Grant Rd. 520-751-4321 DianeGoedecke.com Dmgarizona@gmail.com

Primary Health Care for Women and Women’s Health. Annual exams, birth control, IUD’s, prescription services, sexual health, menopause, hormone replacement, general health care,allergy, blood draw in office. Most insurances accepted, cash pay, same day appointments in most cases, Se Habla Espanol. See ad on page 10.

TULA WELLNESS

Integrative Health for Women Arianna Sholes-Douglas, MD, FACOG 2200 East River Road Suite 109, 85718 520-577-1129 TulaWellnessMD@gmail.com TulawellnessMD.com Tula Wellness is an integrative health center devoted to women’s wellness. Tula means “balance” in sanskrit. Dr. Arianna believes that the body has the innate ability to heal itself and the desire for perfect balance. She combines the principles of a traditional women’s health model with an evidenced based integrative wellness philosophy. See ads on page 11.

When nature has work to be done, she creates a genius to do it. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

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.

May 2014

Dr. Steve Swidler and Dr. Ken Glass Welcome You to

D E N TA L & W E L L N E S S C E N T E R

Tucson's Premiere Holistic Dental and Wellness Center

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