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Although no one understands the emotions of another until they stand in their shoes, those of us that have lost loved ones might regard the idea of spending one afternoon by their bedside as a gift and a privilege. This month, we focus on caregiving by individuals, organizations and communities. Caregivers can be helpmates or lifesavers, depending on the circumstances: teachers, nurses, doctors and family members spend a good part of their lives dedicated to the welfare of others, but who takes care of the people that take care of people? They sometimes put themselves at the bottom of the list, thinking of others first, but their own capacity to serve often requires a long-term strategy that begins with care for the caregiver, so they can then serve others with greater strength and capability. Overload, fatigue and burnout are often attendant to the caregiving process, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Perhaps the requirements for care often cannot be changed, but much of the stress can be avoided by means of attitude, self-help and sharing the responsibility with others. In our feature article, “Conscious Caregiving: Nurture Yourself While Helping Another,” Deborah Crouse describes the current trends in senior care, a field that is growing by leaps and bound as our baby boom population continues to age. On a similar note, she touches upon a unique method of forestalling the ravages of time with music and dance in “Sparking Creativity in Elders with Dementia.” September is National Yoga Month, and so it is our pleasure to shine a light on what is becoming a primary approach to wellness and vitality. Perhaps the way we move our bodies and breathe through yoga may be the tonic that can allow us to lift the burden and handle our life challenges with a bigger smile. If you’re a little vague on what all the excitement is about or are just curious, our story, “Say Yes to Yoga,” by Lynda Bassett, presents a nice overview of the basics. Kamini Desai, the daughter of well-know Yogi Amrit Desai, is the subject of National Editor Linda Sechrist’s biographical sketch that defines a life of inner calmness and self-mastery. I’ve got to work on that self-mastery thing myself, especially standing in front of the refrigerator! We’ve had some great feedback about our Artist Spotlight series, and this month’s installment about Gabriel Ayala, who has played his guitar for presidents and popes, is a must-read. Let us know about other stellar individuals in any of the arts that you would like to see profiled in our magazine. Enjoy the rest of the summer and stay healthy,

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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

22 CONSCIOUS CAREGIVING Nurture Yourself While Helping Another by Deborah Shouse

24 A MUSIC MAN FOR ALL SEASONS by Dale Bruder

30 A LOVELY LOO THAT’S ALL GREEN, TOO

Tips for Eco-Friendly Plants, Shades and Cleaners by Avery Mack

32 MINDFULNESS

FOR LITTLE ONES Teaching Kids to Be Calm and Focused by Traci Childress

34 INDIAN VEGETARIAN COOKING Posi-favorites David Roth, Jana Stanfield, & Richard Mekdeci join together in a unique musical conversation. Free CD give-aways, laughter, & empowering Positive Music! Spend an evening in creativity and joy.

Sunday, Sept. 21, 2014 - 6:00 pm Donald R. Nickerson Performing Arts Center 3231 N Craycroft Road, Tucson

Tickets are $20 each, and are available online at www.empowerma.com/empower-posipalooza-tucson-az. Tickets are also available from Center for Spiritual Living Tucson, Unity Spiritual Center for Peace and Unity of Tucson and at the door day of the event for $20 each or two for $35.

Also… Sunday Celebration Services, September 21 Jana Stanfield - Unity Center for Peace David Roth - Center for Spiritual Living Tucson, and Richard Mekdeci - Unity of Tucson Share in this first-ever cooperative New Thought event!!

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Potent Spices and Veggies Fend Off Disease by Bushra Bajwa

36 KAMINI DESAI

EXPLORES A YOGIC LIFE Inner Calmness Leads to Self-Mastery by Linda Sechrist

38 SAY YES TO YOGA

It Boosts Health, Peace, Community and Spirituality by Lynda Bassett

40 SPARKING CREATIVITY IN ELDERS WITH DEMENTIA Re-Engaging Through Art, Music and Dance by Deborah Shouse

42 OM SWEET OM

Sounding the Key Note of the Universe by Sam Saunders

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newsbriefs Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture Available in Tucson

anie Carrillo, LAc, Dip OM, is now offering Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture, a nontoxic alternative to Botox and other invasive cosmetic procedures. Mei Zen utilizes an ancient, superficial needling technique that brings increased qi and blood to the face and can improve or increase the proNanie Carrillo duction of collagen and elastin, resulting in more radiant and youthful-looking skin. Because Mei Zen is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture body points are added to complete the balancing of energy, results in an overall rejuvenating and healing effect of body, mind and spirit. Reported benefits of Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture include improvements in fine lines and deep wrinkles of the face; softer and more moisturized skin and a more even skin tone; improved muscle tone and firmer jaw lines; reduction or elimination of rosacea and acne; and general health benefits include improvements for insomnia, hot flashes, depression, mild anxiety and digestive symptoms. In TCM, the state of physical health, emotions, and spirit is reflected on the skin, particularly the face. For a free consultation, call 520-979-7078 or email naniec@AcupunctureDelSoul.com. Location: 330 E. 16th St., within Caritas Center for Healing, in Armory Park. For more information, visit AcupunctureDelSoul.com. See ad page 17.

Energy Healing Available on Demand

nergetic healing facilitates the healing process by clearing the energy pathways repairing and rebalancing the life force energy that flows around and through us. This enables Felice DiAnna the body to move to its optimal level of balance, from where it is able to access its inherent ability to heal itself maintaining health harmony and vitality. Felice DiAnna offers energy healing using Reiki, animal Reiki, distance Reiki, reflexology and intuitive life coaching at her office or on-site. Because DiAnna wishes to give back to the Tucson community, she has started to work with the Reiki Therapy Program at the Tucson Arizona VA Hospital to bring comfort to wounded servicemen and women that have given so much for our country. Earlier this year, she also created the Healing Every Animal with Reiki (HEART) program at Pima Animal Care Center, in which volunteers are attuned to treat the animals. Energetic healing can be used alone and also acts as a complement to traditional Western medicine. By appointment only. Location: Broadway and Craycroft. Call 520-743-8400, email Felice@ATimeOfHealing.com or visit ATimeOfHealing.com. See ad page 28.

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Rosa’s Chante Assisted Living Accomodates GLBT and Veterans

osa’s Chante Assisted Living is expanding their scope of services. Owner Anthony Vaughn Diaz is adding professional consulting, advising and referral placement services to their current assisted living services in the 10-bed assisted living facility on the east side of Tucson. In addition, the company will be aggressively expanding and offering senior living services to the elder GLBT community and military veterans. With more than 23 years of experience in the assisted living service business, Diaz provides specialized, directed care for Alzheimer’s/dementia clients. New services also include referrals and placements, staff training and development, on-site facility compliance reviews and independent client surveys. Diaz explains, “The expansion into the senior GLBT and military veterans groups has come about as a result of market research and analysis that shows a very serious lack of services being offered to these two groups of senior citizens. We will do everything in our power to correct this imbalance.” Location: 2631 S. Blackmoon Dr. For more information, call 520-751-1998, email DiazAnthonyV66@gmail.com or visit Facebook. See ad page 12.

Campaign to Expand Reid Park

city-wide movement is underway to expand Reid Park by repurposing the two subsidized city golf courses adjacent to Reid Park, Randolph North and Dell Urich, into additional park space. The positive effect of creating a signature park in the heart of Tucson for our community to gather, connect, celebrate, share, exercise, relax and love will revolutionize and reinvigorate the entire culture of the city, while helping to create a park renaissance city-wide. This initiative arose after steady declines in golf popularity ended up costing the city of Tucson approximately $10 million over the last 10 years, causing Tucson Parks & Recreation to pull funds out of park and other general funds to account for the loss. As an interim step, a plan for shared-use is currently underway. Shared-use would allow for pedestrian and cycling use of the golf courses in the evening and other designated times as an alternative to the walking path that encircles them now. It would also open the golf courses to special events such as themed festivals, community events, performances, music festivals and more. Shared-use is just a step along the way to open this space to the public for community benefit. For updates, visit Facebook.com/expandreidpark. To become a member, go to FriendsofReidPark.nationbuider.com. For more information, call 520-981-1677 or email FriendsOfReidPark@yahoo.com.

Tucson’s Inaugural Cooperative New Thought Musical Extravaganza

hree well-known positive music artists will be performing together from 6 to 9 p.m., September 21, at the Nickerson Auditorium, in Tucson. David Roth, Jana Stanfield and Richard Mekdeci will be performing in a round-robin format and sharing how songs were written, bantering and creating joyous musical improvisation. There will also be free CD giveaways and laughter during this celebration of creativity and joy. That same morning, Stanfield will play at the Unity Spiritual Center for Peace, Mekdeci will play at Unity of Tucson and Roth will play for the Center for Spiritual Living Tucson. Tickets, $20 each, are available online through the emPower Posi-Music at Empowerma.com/empower-posipalooza-tucson-az. Tickets are also available from Center for Spiritual Living Tucson, Unity Spiritual Center for Peace and Unity of Tucson for $20 each or two for $35. Tickets are also available at the door. Location: 3231 N. Craycroft Rd. See ad page 6.

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See James Van Praagh, the RealLife Ghost Whisperer

sychic and medium James Van Praagh, the creator and executive producer of the long-running hit television show, The Ghost Whisperer, will present An Evening of Spirit, November 7, at the Fox Tucson Theatre. James Van Praagh He is the New York Times bestselling author of Unfinished Business, Ghosts Among Us, Talking to Heaven, Reaching to Heaven, and his latest collaboration with angel reader Doreen Virtue, How to Heal a Grieving Heart. He is considered a pioneer in the mediumship movement throughout the world and has been the voice of the spirit world for more than 25 years. He has read people from all walks of life and from all over the world. During the presentation at the Fox, Van Praagh will give live readings to members of the audience; conduct a meditation to connect people with their ancestors; and conduct a guided healing and enlightened group meditation. The Ghost Whisperer was conceived based on Van Praagh’s encounters with spirits as a psychic and medium. A frequent guest on many talk shows, he’s also a best-selling author and broadcaster. For tickets, visit the box office, call the box office at 520-547-3040 or visit FoxTucsonTheatre.org. Van Praagh will conduct a two-day workshop, Master Your Power Within: Working with the Energy in Your Life to Manifest Health Love, Money, and Wonderful Opportunities, on November 8 and 9. For details, visit NewGroundEvents.com.

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Using Meditation to Increase Patience

editation is not just for relaxation, we can actually use it to transform our minds. For example, we can train to transform anger or irritation into patience. How does this meditation work? First, pick something that makes you angry. Then start by contemplating the faults of anger—the mind we want to reduce or eliminate. Anger is bad for our immune system, leading to disease over time. When we are angry, our thinking processes are affected and we don’t react in the most beneficial ways. We aren’t pleasant to be around and we take our frustration out on others. It destroys our own happiness and peace of mind and is a serious obstacle to spiritual development. Having contemplated these faults, we then contemplate the benefits of staying patient in this situation. They are usually the opposite—better health, better reasoning, kinder towards others, more happiness and spiritual progress for ourselves. This should give rise to a determination, “I really wish to remain patient in this situation in the future.” At this point, we stop contemplating and just hold this determination as our object of meditation for five to 10 minutes. If our mind wanders during this time, just notice and gently bring it back to your determination. If we do this regularly, outside of meditation we will find ourselves remembering our determination. Then, it will gradually become our new way of thinking. Gen Kelsang Lingpur is a resident teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Arizona, 1701 E. Miles St. For more information, call 520-441-1617 or visit MeditationInTucson.org.

Personal Music for Health and Wholeness

uzanne Grosvenor, owner of Music for Health and Wholeness, is holding events on September 22 and October 24 to give people an opportunity to learn about Sound Portrait Transformative Music and sample it in person. She is discounting the fee for private Transformative Music Sound Portraits by 50 percent through October for all new and old clients. Grosvenor began composing music at age 8. She studied music in college and at 30, while working as a professional musician, her awareness sudSuzanne Grosvenor denly shifted. She became aware, almost overnight, of music and vibrations emanating through people and when she played the music for them, it had a healing effect. Grosvenor takes the healing potential of music to a new level of fine-tuning. People she plays for report transformation and change, from accelerated healing of injuries and infections to finding relief from depression and more awareness of their true gifts and promise of their life purpose. Clients report that Sound Portrait Transformative Music accelerates healing, can augment self-awareness, boost creativity, confidence, self-esteem and support life purpose, as well as many other benefits. Cost is $5. Location: private residence. For more information, call 520-229-6282, email Suzanne@SuzanneGrosvenor.com or visit MusicForHealth.net. See ad page 13.

A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside. ~Denis Waitley

Earth Harmony Festival Showcases Sustainable Living

he third annual Earth Harmony Festival will be held October 4 and 5 by Avalon Organic Gardens & EcoVillage, a virtual oasis in the desert nestled in the picturesque Santa Cruz River Valley in Tumacacori, Arizona. Festival activities include great live music, healthy and tasty food, a vendor village with local and fair trade artisans, a fun and interactive childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s village with pony rides and camping for those that want to stay and enjoy the starry nights and sunny days. The highlight of the festival is touring the engaging and educational EcoVillage, where guests can explore and discover sustainable living practices such as permaculture, organic gardening, seedsaving, the cultivation of heritage and heirloom vegetables and grains, composting, rain and grey water-harvesting, eco-building projects, Arizonaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest food forest system, solar and wind power, the workings of a community supported agriculture (CSA) program, and more. Donations for activities and tours are encouraged to foster the EcoVillageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many nonprofit programs and prototype projects for creating a more sustainable, environmentally conscious and friendly world. Admission is free. For more information and camping reservations, call 520-398-2542 or visit EarthHarmonyFestival.org. See ad page 7.

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ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT FOR MAJOR DEPRESSION The University of Arizona is looking for participants for a research study on the effects of an alternative procedure on Major Depressive Disorder. This study will examine whole-body infrared heating effects on your depression, how you relate to other people in your environment, and how you spend your time in general.

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Planet Hugger Healthy Home Cleaning Services

lanet Hugger’s professional home cleaning service provides home dwellers with an eco-friendly experience that leaves each home sparkling clean, without the danger of toxins left behind by traditional cleaners. The company has served more than 4,000 clients since its conception in 2006, and its client base continues to grow. The woman-led and owned company is comprised of approximately 25 member-owners in a co-op-type structured business comprised of its Phoenix and Tucson operations. Founder and owner Angela Thornton left the comfort of her corporate position at a Fortune 500 company in order to fulfill a vision of creating a fresh-thinking company that was structured and operated differently than its main industry competition. Planet Hugger is able to offer a very affordable service to its customers, and its philanthropic efforts include giving back to the community by means of sponsored cleanings for local cancer patients. In addition to providing recurring cleaning services, Planet Hugger also assists clients with move cleans and office cleaning, as well as one-time or occasional cleanings. Individuals, families and their pets can all benefit from their allergy-safe products and cleaning methods. For more information, call 855-624-3326, email Info@Planet-Hugger.com or visit Planet-Hugger.com. See ad on page 16.

Organic Fare from the Heart

laire Johnson, chef and owner of Claire’s Cafe & Art Gallery, in Catalina, Arizona, welcomes everyone to her café with open arms and a big heart. For 28 years, she has been serving home-cooked breakfasts and lunches, prepared with locally grown produce, with kindness and joy, and never turns anyone away. The organic meals can be made to fit a variety of dietary needs, such as gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian. During special occasions, diners enjoy listening to jazz or opera while dining on the covered patio. Claire’s also carries an extensive, unique line of handmade jewelry, leather items and original Native American art. Each year, Claire and her husband, Steve, open up the restaurant the day before Thanksgiving and serve a free, delicious dinner to hundreds of guests to thank the community for their continued support over the years. Claire humbly states, “What I wanted to establish is exactly what I got.” Location: 16140 N. Oracle Rd. For more information, call 520-825-2525, email ClairesCafe@q.com or visit ClairesCafe.net. See ad page 9.

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Dr. David Wilkinson Fuses Spirituality and Science

r. P. David Wilkinson, a well-known figure in Tucson who recently retired after 33 years as pastor of St. Francis in the Foothills UMC, will speak at the IONS Tucson First Friday Dr. P. David Wilkinson lecture series from 6:30 to 8 p.m., October 3, at Unity of Tucson. His talk, Bridging Spirituality and Science with Jesus, Pan and Teilhard de Chardin, will explore early expressions of the oneness of all the created universe, as reflected in the teachings of Jesus, the worship of nature as personified in the deity Pan, and the writings of the French Jesuit, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. de Chardin wrote that every single thing, down to the smallest particles of matter and including the individual cells of our bodies, has consciousness, and for that he was condemned as a heretic by the Catholic Church. Location: 3617 N. Camino Blanco. For more information, email Info@ionstucson.net or visit ionstucson.org.

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Gloria Steinem and Alice Walker Headline Santa Fe Leadership Conference

loria Steinem and Alice Walker—two of the most renowned activists in women’s and civil rights and other causes—will be joined by Dr. Chung Yung Kyung and Aaron Stern at Leading by Being: Exploring a New Vision of Leadership, from 7 to 9 p.m., October 11, at the Lensic Performing Arts Center, in Santa Fe. The discussion, presented by New Mexico’s Academy for the Love of Learning and Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center, will spotlight perspectives of Gloria Steinem these esteemed thinkers on the concept of balanced leadership and explore emerging new styles of leadership. Steinem, a writer, lecturer, editor, feminist activist and founder of Ms. Magazine, is particularly interested in the shared origins of sex and race caste systems, gender roles and child abuse as roots of violence, nonviolent conflict resolution, cultures of indigenous peoples and organizing across boundaries for peace and justice. Walker, whose 1983 novel, The Color Purple, won the Pulitzer Prize and the National Alice Walker Book Award, is also an acclaimed poet and activist. Kyung, a lay theologian of the Presbyterian Church of Korea, earned international attention in 1991 by delivering a celebrated feminist/Asian/Third-World interpretation of the Holy Spirit at the World Council of Churches in Canberra, Australia. Stern, a composer, teacher and international consultant on learning, is the founder and president of the nonprofit Academy for the Love of Learning, and serves on the board of the Mind & Life Institute, in Hadley, Massachusetts. Stern says, “It appears that all around us, new views, expectations of and approaches to leadership—and related to this ‘followership’ – which, in this context, means how we organize ourselves as a human community, in right relationship to all of nature—are being discussed, imagined, explored and practiced.” These explorations are at the heart of the Academy’s New Images of Leadership: A Year Long Community Inquiry. The event will support the academy’s leadership scholarship program for state residents and related workshops and discussions next year at the Santa Fe campus and in surrounding communities. Cost: $100 (including $65 for the scholarship program) or $35 per person. Location: Lensic Theatre, 211 W. San Francisco St., Santa Fe, NM. For more information or to register, call 505-988-1234, email Programs@aloveoflearning.org or visit ALoveOfLearning.org. See ad, page 7.

he next information session about the upcoming hatha yoga teacher training and personal growth intensive will be held from 2 to 2:45 p.m., September 13. A 200-hour fall program starts October 4, and a 200hour winter immersion starts December 1. The Yoga Connection is approved to certify qualified veterans for GI Bill benefits for yoga teacher training; MyCAA approved; Yoga Alliance registered; and licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. Location: 3929 E. Pima. For more information, call 520-323-1222 or visit YogaConnection.org. See ad page 17. September 2014

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or the first time, Dr. Paul Lam is coming to Tucson on October 8 and 9, 2015, to present his Depth of Tai Chi Workshop, which has inspired thousands to deepen their tai chi practice and to become more effective teachers for those that choose to take the program into their local community. Lam’s workshop is part of a progression in personal and professional development as a tai chi and qigong practitioner. He is highly sought-after and this is a special opportunity to train with him locally. Dr. Paul Lam and Prerequisites for the core programs of the Tai Chi for Heather Chalon Health Institute are Tai Chi for Health (TCH) Arthritis & Fall Prevention; and TCH Part II. Heather Chalon, MPH, a senior trainer with the Tai Chi for Health Institute, can help individuals accomplish these prerequisites ahead of Lam’s visit. As tai chi is more widely sought for health and wellness, more qualified instructors are needed. This program is offering an evidence-based approach in both the program content and the teaching method; professional continuing education units and; progress for skills development, personally and professionally. For more information and to register, call 520-780-6751, email Chalon at Heather@MoveIntoWellbeing.com or visit MoveIntoWellbeing.com.

New Classes and New Location for River’s Way

iver’s Way Psychotherapy has moved to River’s Way Studio, at 7974 North Oracle Road, near Trader Joe’s in Northwest Tucson. The new space has more room for classes. In addition to the popular Connections Shame Resilience 12-week groups starting in September, there will also be a three-day Shame Resilience seminar to expand upon Dr. Brene Brown’s curriculum with Linda Focht more time for somatic, interactive and creative explorations of the material. The Shame Resilience seminar will be held from September 26 through 28. The next series of Shame Resilience classes begins on September 30, with morning and evening groups available. Linda Focht, MA, LPC, LMT, will be offering monthly expressive arts workshops in the areas of qigong, the Five Elements, soul collage, Sculpey soul figures, fiber art, enneagrams and more.

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Discover a Revolutionary Approach to Achieving Goals with Amanda Owen

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manda Owen will present an inspiring, interactive workshop, The Power of Receiving: A Revolutionary Approach to Achieving Your Personal and Professional Goals, based on more than two decades of research into the benefits of receptive power, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., October 12, at Nickerson Auditorium. Participants will learn innovative strategies and practical tools that can easily be integrated into their lives to reduce stress and promote healing in others plus meet goals in just five weeks. Owen will also be the featured speaker at Center for Spiritual Living Sunday Celebration Service that day. Owen is the author of The Power of Receiving: A Revolutionary Approach to Giving Yourself the Life You Want and Deserve and Born to Receive: 7 Powerful Steps Women Can Take Today to Reclaim Their Half of the Universe.

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Cost is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Location: 3231 N. Craycroft Rd. For more information, or to call about tickets, 520-319-1042 or visit tucsoncsl.org. For additonal information, visit AmandaOwen.com. See ad page 19.

he Mystic Messengers Psychic Fair will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., September 7 and again on October 5, with readers and healers and special events. Many participants come for a reading and stay for lunch at one of the many available restaurants. Patricia Kirkman is the founder and creative force behind the Mystic Messengers, Tucson’s premier metaphysical community of independent readers, healers, artists and craftsmen. As a cooperative, they do not “work” for anyone but clients, which allows them to provide services at a reasonable cost and never charge an admission fee. Admission and parking are free. Location: Double Tree Hilton Suites, 445 S. Alvernon Way. For more information, visit MysticMessengers.com.

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he University of Arizona is looking for individuals to participate in a study testing a non-medicationbased treatment for major depression. This treatment will involve receiving a single session of one of two intensities of whole body hyperthermia (WBH), which has been safely used for many years in Europe to treat conditions such as fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis and the symptoms of cancer. When clinicians there noticed marked decreases in patients’ depressive symptoms, they conducted a small scale clinical trial to test WBH as a depression treatment. Based on the initial positive results of this study, a full-scale clinical trial is being conducted in Tucson to determine whether WBH can be used as a treatment for major depression. This study is UA IRB-approved and compensation is provided to eligible subjects. Study candidates should be between the age of 18 and 65; experiencing depression for at least four weeks; not taking an antidepressant; medically healthy; not actively abusing drugs or alcohol; able to swallow capsules; have no gastrointestinal problems (esophageal stricture, diverticulitis, etc.); have no silicone or saline implants; and have no history of cancer in past five years.

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Public Demands Climate Change Solutions People throughout the U.S. and worldwide, representing hundreds of grassroots and non-government organizations, will converge on New York City for the Peoples Climate March on September 21. As United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon calls for heads of state to mobilize at an historic U.N. Summit on Climate Change that weekend, the people will demand action via the largest-ever climate change citizens’ demonstration. Concerned groups and individuals expect to exchange ideas, articulate common challenges and address solutions. Learn more and sign up at PeoplesClimateMarch.org. Find a partial list of participating organizations at Tinyurl.com/GroupsMarching.

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he body has an amazing, innate ability to heal. There are many sayings in chiropractic that help convey this underlying principle: healing is an inside job, above-‐down-‐inside-‐out, your nervous system controls how you heal and function, and the nervous system controls and coordinates all organs and structures of the human body. Have you ever had a paper cut? Did you do anything to make that heal, or did it just heal on its own? Have you ever broken a bone? Other than stabilizing the area, did you do anything specifically to make that heal? You have personal experience that the body knows what to do to heal. When the nervous system is able to communicate to and receive information from the rest of the body, you have your best chance to achieve optimum health and well-being. Yes, there are external actions that you can take for yourself, such as proper nutrition and movement (exercise). But, it is the inborn intelligence of the body that directs healing activities. Chiropractic aims to maximize your health by removing interference to nervous system communication, improving your ability to heal and helping you reach your optimum levels of function and well-being. Dr. Lee Ann Kabala is the owner of Be Now Chiropractic. Contact her at 520-484-3471 or Facebook.com/benowchiro. See ad page 8.

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Yoga Boosts Hearts, Shrinks Waistlines

wo scientific reviews of human clinical research have found that hatha yoga significantly reduces heart disease risk factors. Researchers from Germany’s University of Duisburg-Essen reviewed 44 studies involving more than 3,000 people. Overall, the studies found that hatha yoga significantly reduced both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Yoga participants also showed lower respiratory and heartbeat rates, significantly reduced triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or bad cholesterol, and increased high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or good cholesterol. Several important diabetes risk markers decreased among the yoga participants; they also realized smaller waistlines. Similar results were reached by scientists from the United Kingdom’s Warwick Medical School. In analyzing 11 studies involving 800 people, they found that regular yoga exercise both reduced diastolic blood pressure and triglycerides and increased beneficial HDL cholesterol levels.

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ccording to a National Institutes of Health study, most people believe that sleep apnea is caused by a sagging soft palate or by some other obstructive tissue in the throat. Actually, it’s the result of a diminishing signal from the brain to the diaphragm to breathe that can occur during the transition from initial semi-wakefulness into the next stage of lighter sleep prior to deep sleep. In some people, the unintended reduction in the signal is significant enough that breathing goes beyond being shallow and completely stops. After a short period of time, the brain, realizing the need to breathe, forces a rapid inhalation to restart respiration that literally drags the sagging localized soft tissues into the airway, as reported in Sleep Apnea: A New Approach to an Emergent Problem, by Master Herbalist Steven Frank, of Nature’s Rite. For some, there’s no indication of potential problems when awake, as the tissues remain in their normal state and the throat doesn’t close off during the day or when relaxing or resting, but then they can experience an obstruction problem when trying to go to sleep. Instead of resorting to surgery to remove neck tissue or using a machine to force air into lungs, natural herbal solutions can work to increase the pertinent brain signal that maintains continuous breathing without the breakdowns that necessitate rapid inhalation. According to the Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, ingesting herbs like lobelia, thyme and cramp bark can intensify the signal from the brain to the diaphragm, increase the gas-transfer efficiency of the lungs and relax some of the skeletal muscles that can obstruct the propagation of the signal. For more information, call 888-465-4404 or visit NaturesRiteRemedies.com. See ad, page 31.

The Dark Side of Dental Amalgam

any people have become aware of mercury and the dangers it may cause individuals through Dr. Oz and his program, Are Mercury Fillings Making you Sick? (DoctorOz.com/videos/toxic-teeth-are-mercuryfillings-making-you-sick-pt-3), and the many articles circulating about this important topic. According to the Toxic Teeth Organization, “Dental amalgam is a primitive filling material made of between 43 and 54 percent mercury. Amalgam fillings are commonly called “silver fillings”. Amalgam is not stable after it is implanted into human teeth; it constantly releases mercury vapor into the body. And this mercury bioaccumulates. The mercury in amalgam is a neurotoxin and is being implanted an inch from the brain. Vulnerable populations such as children, the fetuses of pregnant women, hypersensitive individuals and people with kidney impairments are known to be particularly susceptible to the neurotoxic effects of dental mercury.” Many people report experiencing mouth disorders such as bleeding gums, foul breath, bone loss and gingivitis. Others report fatigue, headaches, joint pains, irritability, loss of memory and depression. In addition to the neurological, reproductive, and environmental harm caused by amalgam, it turns out that amalgam endangers our oral health, too. It is well known that placing amalgam requires the removal of a significant amount of healthy tooth matter. This removal in turn weakens overall tooth structure, which increases the need for future dental work. Plus amalgam fillings, which expand and contract over time, crack teeth and create the need for still more dental work. Replacing functional, clinically acceptable mercury “silver” fillings is a personal choice. Individuals are advised to research the science involved to make an informed choice (ToxicTeeth.org). Medicine Wheel Dental and Wellness Center is located at 4650 W. Jojoba Dr. For more information, call 520-743-7101 or visit MedicineWheelWellness.com/safe-mercury-removal. See ad back cover.

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Makers Agree Not to Use Cancer-Causing Chemical This year, the Center for Environmental Health (CEH) reached legal agreements with 26 major companies to discontinue using a cancercausing chemical in shampoo and personal care products, and potential agreements with more than 100 additional companies are still pending. Cocamide diethanolamine (DEA), a synthetic chemical created from a chemical reaction between coconut oils and diethanolamine, has been used for decades in shampoos and other products as a foaming agent. In 2012, California listed the chemical as a known carcinogen, based on assessment by the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer, which evaluated skin exposure tests on animals. In 2013, the CEH brought lawsuits against companies selling products in California containing the substance without a health warning, as required under Prop 65, the state’s consumer protection law for toxic chemicals. Note: A Think Dirty app offers information about the potentially toxic ingredients in cosmetics and personal care products and what not to buy.

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U.S. Farmers Plant More GMO Crops Farmers in the U.S. added 12 million more acres of genetically modified (GM or GMO) crops in 2013, reports Clive James, with the International Service for the Acquisition of AgriBiotech Applications, and now lead the world in their production by volume. Even as many U.S. consumers reject foods containing GM ingredients, many farmers continue to embrace the technology. “In general, choosing GM seed is an economic decision for farmers,” says North Dakota Farmers’ Union President Mark Watne, who grows corn, soy and wheat in Minot. “If you give them a tool to battle weeds at a reasonable cost, they adopt it.”

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New EPA Rules Proposed for Climate Change The White House plans to cut carbon dioxide emissions from power plants by 30 percent by 2030. Each state will have its own goal within the overall national pollution reduction effort, an attempt to be politically and practically flexible in its implementation. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy explains, “Each state’s goal is tailored to its own circumstances, and states have the flexibility to reach the goal in whatever ways work best for them.” States can renovate existing coal-fired plants with newer, cleaner burning technology; switch coal plants to natural gas, which produces much less carbon; and work to persuade residents to be more efficient in their use of electricity. States can also band together in cap-and-trade networks for emission reductions, in which companies buy and sell permits allowing them to produce a certain amount of carbon emissions. Clean producers can be sellers, dirtier producers buyers. The program represents an absolute reduction in U.S. carbon emissions of nearly one-third, rather than a simple slowing in the growth rate of emissions. Contrary industry groups, many Republicans and some coal-state Democrats oppose the proposal due to its anticipated costs and increased regulations.

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Green Apple Day Aims to Transform Schools The Green Apple Day of Service, to take place on September 27 nationwide, will give parents, teachers, students, companies and local organizations ways to transform schools into more healthy, safe and productive learning environments via local service projects. Green Apple is a global movement dedicated to enabling schools to provide clean and healthy air, conserve energy and other resources and serve as places where young people can reap inspired dreams of a brighter future. Source: MyGreenApple.org

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Your Seriously Ill Husband, Caring for Yourself (CaregivingWife.com), sought to keep her husband as engaged and active as possible. When she had difficult issues to discuss, she’d make a “talking date” with him, offering choices by saying, “I’d love to chat with you. Would Tuesday before dinner or Thursday after breakfast work for you?” Before the date, she’d select a comfortable room and clear her mind by meditating, napping or mindfully sipping herbal tea. The conversations would cover anything from how to work with their health professionals to plans for his end-of-life ceremony. They agreed on strategies and worked together as a team.

Redefine Assistance

Conscious Caregiving Nurture Yourself While Helping Another

by Deborah Shouse f you’re depressed, tired or sick, initially felt she was the only family your caregiving is likely to suffer,” member that could help her. Howcounsels John Schall, CEO of Care- ever, gradually, the Minneapolis-based giver Action Network, in Washington, international caregiver advocate and D.C., and a former family caregiver. founder of AlzheimersSpeaks.com “For the sake of your loved one, take learned to welcome help from others. care of yourself.” “Being perfect gets in the way of true The AARP estimates that some connections,” she observes. 34 million family caregivers provide Although La Bey began her carefor someone that is ill or disabled in giving out of love, the volume of related the U.S. According to the National tasks soon sparked stress. That’s when Alliance for Caregiving, in Bethesda, she taught herself to slow down and Maryland, caregivers generally struggle reframe her outlook: Before going into with finding time for themselves, her mom’s room, folding her laundry, managing emotional and physical scheduling healthcare practitioners and stress and balancing work and family delivering dinner, La Bey paused to responsibilities. consciously ask: “Is Mom safe, happy Experts suggest that the following and pain-free?” Centering on those seven steps can help people enjoy three questions reminded her that she a healthier, less stressful and more was doing this work out of love. conscious approach to care giving— Psychotherapist Diana Denholm, and receiving. Ph.D., of West Palm Beach, Florida, heightened her own consciousness by Reframe Care learning to see caregiving as a collabWhen Lori La Bey’s mom was diagorative effort. Denholm, author of The nosed with dementia, the daughter Caregiving Wife’s Handbook: Caring for

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“I’ll carry your luggage for you, Dad, since you’re not feeling well”… La Bey still remembers her father’s downturned mouth as she tugged the suitcase out of his hands. “I was trying to be helpful, but instead I took away his dignity and power,” she later realized. “If I had packed his bag lighter, he could have carried it like always.” When are we helping and when are we doing too much? “Put yourself in the sick person’s shoes. Avoid doing something the person can do for himself,” agrees Denholm. Controlling behavior changes the dynamics of the relationship and can put the caregiver in a parental role. She recommends a holistic brainstorming exercise in which the caregiver writes answers to such questions as: What am I frustrated about? What really annoys me? Why am I angry with myself? The results offer a window to understanding our own feelings. “Feeling anger could mean we’re acting codependently and taking on too many responsibilities,” Denholm says. “The caregiver’s job isn’t to save the patient, but merely to support him or her in necessary ways.”

Ask for Help

“I don’t want to be a burden,” and “We’re afraid of losing our privacy,” and “I’m the only one who can take care of him; no one else can do it

right,” are common concerns. “These self-limiting beliefs prevent people from reaching out for help,” says family caregiver and life coach Yosaif August, founder of Yes To Life Coaching (YesToLifeCoaching.com), in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and author of Coaching for Caregivers: How to Reach Out Before You Burn Out. August quotes a recent Johns Hopkins study that reported caregivers might improve their health “… when caregiving is done willingly, at manageable levels and with individuals who are capable of expressing gratitude.” Accepting assistance makes caregiving more manageable. August understands how overwhelming the experience can be and advises caregivers to ask themselves: “What do I need help with right now?” Keep answers specific, such as, “I need someone to prepare dinner tomorrow night, mow the lawn and pick up our vitamins.” August also suggests creating a family Declaration of Interdependence, a personal statement documenting how the family prefers to be helped, along with the attitudes and behaviors they find especially supportive. Encourage family and friends to ask these two questions: “Are you open to advice?” and “Is this a good time to talk about your spouse’s condition?” Make much-needed breaks sacrosanct from such discussions.

Nurture through Nourishment

More than 50 percent of caregivers surveyed in a 21st-century study spearheaded by the National Alliance for Caregiving reported, “I don’t have time to take care of myself.” That can translate to a lack of exercise, an unhealthy diet and little or no respite. “If you aren’t healthy and strong, you can’t properly care for anyone else,” says Liana Werner-Gray, New York City natural lifestyle consultant and author of The Earth Diet (TheEarthDiet.org). To begin each day, she advises drinking one cup of warm water with juice from half a lemon, explaining that stress produces acid and lemon water metabolizes

as alkalinity and helps keep the body’s pH balanced. For healthy snacks, Werner-Gray recommends easy and nutrition-rich choices like fresh fruits, green smoothies, organic nut butters and a trail mix of raw nuts, seeds and dried fruits. Save time with the smoothies by making a large batch and freezing portions to enjoy later. A basic recipe might include two handfuls of greens, such as spinach and kale, a banana and other fruits, almond milk or purified water and maybe adding flaxseed, cinnamon or goji berries. When appropriate, share the same health-boosting foods with the loved one. Victoria Moran, of New York City, is the director of the Main Street Vegan Academy and author of a dozen books on health and well-being including Main Street Vegan and Living a Charmed Life. She offers such conscious eating tips as eating full meals of “real” food instead of snacks; selecting beautiful foods; and ritualizing indulgences, such as a special spot for relaxing with high-quality dark chocolate and tea using good china while listening to classical music.

Stand for Exercise

Even though caregivers may feel they don’t have time to spare, Dr. Jordan D. Metzl, author of The Exercise Cure, says it’s vital to incorporate physical activity. He recommends starting by walking 30 minutes a day for one month. If necessary, it can be done in 10-minute increments. According to a study by Mayo Clinic Physician James Levine, Ph.D., in Scottsdale, Arizona, “Sitting is the new smoking.” Researchers have linked sitting for long periods of time with a number of health concerns that include obesity, metabolic syndrome and increased risks of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer. The solution is to move more and sit less— walk while on the phone and stand up while reading. Metzl suggests a stretch break every 20 minutes. Three of his “commandments” for fitness are having fun, setting goals and minimizing sitting.

“Schedule exercise and respite breaks and make them as inviolate as a doctor’s visit,” advises Schall.

Commune with Spirit

August suggests establishing a twofold consciousness-raising ritual to welcome and appreciate life. Begin each day by showing gratitude for being alive and end it focused on forgiveness and gratitude. “When you cultivate gratitude, you notice more things to be grateful for,” says August. La Bey concurs, and writes down at least five things she is grateful for every day. She mentally replays time with her mom and appreciates the little moments and signs of hope, like “the twinkle in Mom’s eye or the way she held hands and smiled.” This puts her in an upbeat frame of mind when she drifts off to sleep. She also writes out her intention for the day, envisioning positive outcomes. She might affirm: “I am going to have a grace-filled day. Things will go smoothly.” Denholm centers herself by petting her cats. Some caregivers chant or practice meditation or mindful breathing, while others might take a walk, shop, or sit quietly in a church.

Notice Blessings

La Bey discovered that her journey as a caregiver also dramatically enhanced her own life. “Mom taught me so much,” she relates. “I learned compassion and unconditional love on multiple levels. I learned to live in gratitude, instead of loss.” August notes, “Even in the tough times, I experienced an engaged, poignant and rich connection with my parents.” For Denholm, treasured gifts included strengthening her communication with her husband and working as a team. “Allowing yourself to reach out for assistance and make time for respite will deeply enrich your caregiving experience,” concludes Schall. Deborah Shouse is the author of Love in the Land of Dementia: Finding Hope in the Caregiver’s Journey. Follow her blog at DeborahShouseWrites.wordpress.com. September 2014

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A Music Man for All Seasons by Dale Bruder

rizona Native American Gabriel Ayala has played his guitar for the president and the pope. He has performed with many of today’s leading musicians around the world and is perpetually on tour throughout the United States, Canada and other countries. He is about to release his 11th music CD and is codifying his experiential knowledge of the creative and business aspects of a music career into roles as a producer and consultant. Originally known for his classical music performances, Ayala has expanded into the jazz world and has begun playing his own music genre of JazzMenco, a unique blend of jazz and flamenco. “I’m a music addict,” says Ayala. “Music is how I express myself, although I’m being asked to speak more and more.” In his travels, Ayala advocates learning and education for all youth, while instilling his values of living a traditional lifestyle. “I get my juice from exploring the art of and playing music. Alcohol, tobacco or drugs do not play a role in my life.” He says humbly, “In this stage of my career, I am so creatively engaged I have to watch how many pans and pots are on my stove, because I already have many. Following my tribal traditions keeps me clear, so that the light can shine through me.” Ayala relates, “Family is very important to me. I have many cousins, aunts and uncles. My people and our

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ways nourish me. Family keeps me grounded.” A member of the Yaqui people of southern Arizona, Ayala began as one of the new generation of Native Americans making a career performing classical music. But more than a trained musician who faithfully plays the canon, Ayala contributes panache and verve in his guitar performances. Like the pianist Glenn Gould, he found competition judges and academics unappreciative of his renditions. When Ayala’s

fingers dance up and down the fretboard, he plucks and strums his ben trovato challenge—he is true to the spirit of the music. Ayala’s devotion to music has carried him past many obstacles. Raised by his grandmother on the reservation, he was instilled with a loving discipline

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of working at something until it becomes play. A performer from an early age, Ayala became the designated entertainer in high school and college social gatherings. Attending A&M on a scholarship woke him up to the harshness of a judgmental world, and he answered with his grandmothers’ wisdom; “Be pleasantly persistent.” Ayala was relegated to a teaching program rather than the performer program based on his initial audition, but as would happen again and again along his musical path, he explored the landscape and ecology at A&M, practiced 15 hours a day for months and earned a new audition. Ayala’s performance opened the way to his acceptance into the performing program and a unique position teaching, as well as attending classes. Classical guitar music opened the door to opportunities to perform before varied audiences. While earning his first degree, Ayala played classical guitar at art openings, weddings and high art events. That experience provided him opportunities to experiment and mold his stage presence, while classes deepened his ability to analyze music. His love of music broadened as his knowledge grew, and as his repertory of styles expanded, the spirit he evoked with his guitar grew in elegance as his mastery of the craft deepened. Again listening to grandmother’s spirit, Ayala persisted at extracting himself from an unfair recording contract

and recently celebrated recovering the rights to the music of his first commercial recordings. “During that struggle I needed a lift, so I created an app and put all of my music out there for free. I’ve heard from many who downloaded it that their heart felt appreciation to be able to bring my music up when they need a lift. I’ve been told I should charge for it, get royalties for my music, but that’s not why I created it. I created it first for myself, to be able to be calmed while a lot of turmoil was happening around me; and because it worked for me, I’m happy to give it away.” Being a musician these days requires an entrepreneurial discipline. “When I got my master’s degree, I didn’t know to copyright a song soon after I wrote it, to understand a contract when booking a performance or to handle the pressure when they push you,” explains Ayala. “Not everyone has your best interests in their heart.” Ayala reminisces about being self-employed and doing everything from playing the music to making the bookings, travel plans, social media marketing and a variety of other activities, from hosting a radio show to making himself available to the print and electronic media. Through those experiences, he has matured an ongoing operation that supports his art. Ayala is gathering his own wisdom now getting ready to pass it on to those that come to him. His artistic spirit is embodied by playing guitar and walking in beauty. Ayala will debut his new CD, Live at the Mission, on August 30 at the Sea of Glass Center For The Arts, located at 330 East 7th Street, in Tucson. “My art is first, my passion,” he declares. “When the business becomes more important than my art, I will quit.” he declares.

For more information, call 520-271-5469, email AyalaGuitarist@yahoo.com or find him on Facebook. Dale Bruder is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings Tucson.

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ey elements like low-flow faucets and showerheads, VOC-free paint, sustainable flooring and nonporous countertops form the foundation of an eco-friendly bathroom. Now let’s take a look at the softer side of green. Start by considering the use of honeycomb window shades and double-glazed windows to keep this most intimate room comfortable year-round and reduce utility bills. Periodically letting in fresh air helps keep the room dry and reduces growth of mold, mildew and bacteria. While the kitchen harbors the most germs in the house, the bathroom is a close second. Instead of harsh chemical cleansers, try white vinegar, a safe and economical alternative. Its acidity is effective in killing most germs. Madeleine Somerville, of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, author of All You Need Is Less, uses heated vinegar misted on the shower door to remove soap scum. To achieve a shiny tub, she advises mixing one-quarter cup of baking soda, one tablespoon of natural dishwashing soap and enough water to make a paste. The baking soda also freshens the drain when the tub is rinsed.

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eventually result in towels and washcloths destined for the laundry. The Good Housekeeping Research Institute suggests that towels can be used up to four times before washing if they are hung to dry between showers, reducing both water and energy usage. To avoid spreading germs, personalize towels and washcloths for each child by color or marking with an initial or colored dot. Organic cotton towels are eco-friendly, comfy and widely available, as are organic cotton bath mats. For the crafty, make a mat from recycled towels or upgrade to a foot-massaging mat made from recycled wine corks. On special occasions when a soothing bath is called for, add a whimsical touch with Mr. Green, the world’s first rubber duck made in the U.S. from environmentally friendly, recycled and recyclable material. “Recycled materials call for different sculpting and molds, so designing Mr. Green was the hardest thing we’ve ever done,” says Craig Wolfe, president of CelebriDucks, in San Rafael, California. It’s a fun way to remind kids about going green while they spend a few

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Mindfulness for Little Ones Teaching Kids to Be Calm and Focused by Traci Childress

indfulness, simply defined, is being in the moment. Using simple tools can help us consciously notice our breath, bodies and sensations, as well as what is happening around us. As we practice noticing, we can more readily return to the moment and more immediately connect with ourselves and others. Integrating five mindfulness practices into our young children’s lives is easy and yields powerful dividends.

Build Relationship with Breath

Connecting the rhythm of breathing to experiences helps children understand how to calm down. (Older children might enjoy learning the effects of breathing throughout their system.) First, ask children to notice their breath. Invite them to put a hand in front of their nose and breathe and say, “This is breath. All living things breathe.” Encourage them to share their response to the experience. Next, move to modeling breathing patterns in relation to experiences and feelings such as, “I feel so frustrated that my breath is moving fast. Look at my chest.” Then model returning to calm breathing with, “I am putting my hand on my chest and reminding myself to take longer breaths.” Help children notice how their breath changes throughout the day. Games can support this increased awareness. Ask the child to lie down, place their hands on their chest and belly and lie still. Ask them to notice their breath, and then have them stand up and

jump up and down before noticing their breath again. After hard play, tell them, “Your breath is moving so fast because you were running hard.” At bedtime, soothingly note, “Your breath is getting sleepy and slow.” Remember to be a witness, rather than a judge. Play is an excellent way to discover how breathing changes. Partner with a child to try to simulate how favorite animals breathe. Invite them to try sustaining a sound, such as chanting a vowel letter, and time how long they can do it.

Notice Feelings and Sensations

Practice a regular mind/body check-in. At breakfast, inquire, “How are you feeling today?” or “Feelings check! At the moment, I am feeling tired and excited. What about you?” The idea is not to change or fix anything, just to notice, allowing a broadly defined perspective. Children might be able to describe a specific feeling or only an overall sensation like jumpy or buzzing.

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Intentionally quiet moments support the development of mindfulness and empower children to consider “not doing” a valid part of everyday life. When they are given the opportunity for quiet time, they often love it. Try asking the child to get so quiet that they can hear a particular sound in the room—their breath, the tick of a clock or the hum of a computer. Once they hear it and you do too, you can dismiss the practice session with a bell, gentle clap or another soft sound.

Send Well Wishes

The traditional Buddhist practice of mettha, or loving kindness, meditation involves reciting phrases that we direct first to our-

selves and then outward toward others. For example, think, “May I be safe. May I be well. May I be at peace,” and then repeat the same phrases for someone we love, someone we don’t know personally and ultimately, all beings. When, for example, children ask why ambulances emit such loud, wailing sounds, we might explain, “Emergency rescue workers are helpers. Their sirens mean they are going to help someone. When we hear the sirens, we can wish them well by saying, ‘May they be safe.’” Traci Childress, co-founder and executive director of the Children’s Community School, in Philadelphia, PA, teaches mindfulness practices and yoga. Learn more at TraciChildress.com.

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egetarians seeking flavorful variations can try 9,000 Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi grocery stores nationwide. “We are now seeing 20 percent nonIndian customers in our store,” says Vipul Patel, owner of the Louisville, Kentucky, branch of Patel Brothers, the largest Indian U.S. grocery store chain. “Usually, new customers come in with an Indian recipe and we help them find the ingredients.”

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Vegetarianism has been a way of life in India for millennia. Some Indian vegetables may already seem familiar; winter melon, or white pumpkin, for example, is a squash that cooks and tastes like its orange counterpart. Eggplants native to India are egg-shaped and smaller than the American variety; they cook in less time and have a less bitter taste. “By eating a larger variety of vegetables, consumers benefit from an increased array of vital nutrients and specialized phytochemicals that have healing and medicinal qualities,” says Ronald Hubbs, a practitioner at NW Naturopathic Medicine, in Portland, Oregon. He advises 34

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in many Indian dishes, including those incorporating dairy, can be layered in for tantalizing flavors without necessitating frequent water breaks. Many commonly used herbs and spices have proven medicinal properties, historically recognized for their healing properties in ayurvedic therapies and more recently, in Indian alternative medicine. For example, University of Maryland Medical Center research shows that fennel seeds aid digestion and the Journal of Phytopathology reports that carom seeds have antiseptic properties. Recently, researchers at Penn State University found that antioxidant spices such as turmeric, oregano, cinnamon, cloves and paprika reduced triglycerides in the blood by 30 percent, helping to reduce the risk of chronic disease. “That’s because adding spices to a meal decreases the amount of fat in the bloodstream after eating,” explains study leader Ann Skulas-Ray, Ph.D. Americans can easily learn to bring out the best in their own Indian cuisine with the subcontinent’s alluring blends of herbs and spices delivering both unforgettable flavor and nutrient-rich fare. Bushra Bajwa is a freelance writer in Issaquah, WA. Connect at BushraBajwa@hotmail.com.

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amini Desai’s Ph.D.-worthy versatile body of teachings combines her lifelong interests in Western psychology and Eastern philosophy. Trained at the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, she develops and leads core programs for Florida’s Amrit Yoga Institute, providing advanced studies dedicated to the science and system of integrated human development. A resident of Salt Springs, Florida, and the Netherlands, she teaches in 10 countries on three continents.

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What was it like to grow up as the daughter of Yogi Amrit Desai, a well-known guru? I feel blessed that I was exposed to my father’s teachings from a young age. His message that I first embraced was that people and things will always change, and if I rely on either of them for happiness and peace of mind, I’m depending on the undependable. The need is to find internal stability in the midst of every polarity. My dad, now approaching 82, has always been an example of one whose entire life is about moving towards a changeless state of being and of what it means to remain a nonjudgmental witness to all that happens in life. Still, I had to learn my own lessons.

How have you benefited from yoga? I began studying with my dad when I was 16. Now, at 46, I more fully value the depth of yoga. The longer I practice, the more grateful I am that my mind is less fragmented than it otherwise would be. I’m progressively able to deal with situations that would have sent me over the edge before. I more naturally avoid wasting a lot of mental energy in internalized, “If they say this then I’m going to say that,” conversations. With less mental chatter, I have more

energy and stamina to focus on what is in front of me. I can be totally absorbed in each present moment for a deeper sense of fulfillment in what I’m doing.

How do you feel about the Westernization of yoga? Individuals that begin any style of yoga for its physical benefits are off to a good start, but anyone that maintains a regular practice becomes curious about yoga’s other benefits, like relaxation, more peace and a sense of happiness that arises without any apparent cause. Eventually they ask, “Why is this good thing or greater

bliss happening to me? What else is there besides postures?” Although everyone eventually learns many life skills, we rarely learn how to live our lives well, manage our emotions and relate to others in ways that create more peace and happiness within. These are the uncaused benefits of yoga that people come to love. Find more of her words of wisdom in articles posted at KaminiDesai.com. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Visit ItsAllAbout We.com for the recorded interview.

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ois Parker Carmona first stepped into a yoga studio looking for better physical health. “I was doing hot vinyasa because I wanted to sweat. I wanted to feel better,” she recalls. Many people on a similar quest try yoga for the first time during September’s National Yoga Month (YogaHealth Foundation.org/yoga_month), founded by Johannes Fisslinger. “This year, more than 2,200 yoga studios will offer informative public events or a free week of classes to new students to educate everyone about the health benefits of yoga and inspire a healthy lifestyle,” says Fisslinger. “Yoga and mindfulness are an essential part of America’s newly emerging health paradigm.” Like many others, as Carmona deepened her practice, she discovered that yoga’s benefits transcend the physical. Then she went further, becoming a certified Baptiste yoga instructor and co-owner of Melrose Yoga, in Melrose, Massachusetts. “Many of us are so busy and consumed with the constant motion of day-to-day activities that

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we lose complete track of who we are, along with the state of our bodies,” she says. “Yoga reconnects me with myself.”

Flexibility

One reason that people try yoga is to improve their flexibility. A recent report from Yoga Alliance, a nonprofit association based in Arlington, Virginia, states that it can improve flexibility and mobility and increase range of motion over time as ligaments, tendons and muscles lengthen and become more elastic. It also helps relieve muscular tension throughout the body. The Alliance’s Danica Amore notes that flexibility means different things to different people. “A senior might define flexibility as being able to pick up the grandkids, while young people might consider it essential to their athletic abilities.” Flexibility can also mean being able to turn around easily while backing out of the driveway or running with fewer injuries, adds Carmona. Improvements in flexibility generally depend on an individual’s age, health and commitment to practicing yoga, as well as the style chosen. “There are so many different lineages of yoga, and each teacher has

his or her own style. Plus, each individual progresses at their own pace,” Amore explains. “It’s really a question of where you want this personal practice to take you and how you embrace it in your private life.” The bottom line is that everyone’s journey is different.

Mental Health

Many experts concur that yoga can be effective in reducing stress. As students continue their practice, they feel less stress and an increased sense of peace and relaxation, along with other mental health benefits. “Yoga gives you what is often called a ‘witness consciousness’,” says John Kepner, executive director of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, in Little Rock, Arkansas. “Being able to observe the external events around you, but not being caught up in the drama. In modern terms, it’s an increased ability to stay cool, calm and collected. After a good yoga class, your troubles can appear further away.”

tends to develop with others in the class, called Songhai. After a while, practicing together becomes one of the most valuable parts of the practice,” he says. This beneficial, deeper sense of community—a major allure of a longterm yoga practice—develops mainly from the intangible sense of working together in terms of physical, mental and spiritual support.

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“Even beginning students quickly realize how connecting with their bodies

and their breath helps them in their everyday lives,” says Carmona. “It adds a transcendent dimension to everything you do in life.” In addition to its more immediate tangible benefits, other long-term benefits experienced by students may be harder to define or quantify. Carmona observes, “People generally say that yoga has changed their life, physically, mentally and spiritually.” Lynda Bassett is a freelance writer outside Boston, MA. Connect at LyndaBassett@gmail.com.

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When stress is reduced, an increased sense of calm tends to permeate all areas of one’s life, observes Kepner. “Based on my experience, yoga also helps improve relationships.” He has taught the same group of students for 10 years and notes their special relationship: “If one goes to the same yoga class regularly, a friendship

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“Looking at art and making observations gives people living with dementia a chance to exercise their imagination and creativity,” says Susan Shifrin, Ph.D., director of ARTZ Philadelphia, part of the Artists for Alzheimer’s program founded by John Zeisel, Ph.D., and Sean Caulfield. “There are no right or wrong answers. People are enlivened, realizing they still have ideas to contribute.” Prior to a museum visit, an ARTZ facilitator brings photos of familiar works of art that evoke memories, emotions and conversation to a care facility. The facilitator then tailors a museum visit so that the most engaging works of art are viewed. A similarly beneficial at-home ARTZ experience relates to the individual’s background or interests, looking for images that tell a story about families or feature animals the loved one likes.

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“Use open-ended, non-judgmental questions to discuss the art,” Shifrin suggests. “It’s all about listening to the response and encouraging the conversation.”

Musical Connections Trigger Happiness

Dan Cohen, of Brooklyn, New York, had a simple yet profound idea: Furnish people that have memory loss with an iPod loaded with their favorite music. It’s helping people nationwide reconnect with themselves through listening to their personal playlists. He has repeatedly seen how “The music transforms lives.” Cohen notes, “Residents who were formerly idle become engrossed in listening to their favorite music. They are empowered to choose the songs they want to hear. They become engaged as the music triggers memories. I’ve also seen the experience make people more social.” He recommends using headphones to minimize distractions. Sit together, turn on the iPod and watch for smiles of delight.

Dance Movement Integrates Souls “Dance therapy enhances connections in the brain and uses movement to integrate

body, mind and spirit,” says Erica Hornthal, owner of Chicago’s North Shore Dance Therapy, a psychotherapy practice that helps individuals cope with the challenges of dementia. Hornthal often notices a real change after people experience movement therapy. Often, when she enters a memory care facility she sees people withdrawn or sleeping. After she guides them in specific movements designed to connect mind and body, participants are usually awake, more alert and making eye contact. “We might reach our arms up, then down, to connect with ourselves. We might give ourselves a hug and then stretch toward our neighbor,” explains Hornthal, a board-certified dance movement therapist. “All the movements have a psychosocial goal.” She suggests that care partners play familiar music and encourage their loved one to move as they wish to. The care partner might move her head or wiggle her fingers to the music, inviting the other to do the same. “Focus on what your loved one can do and celebrate their abilities,” Hornthal advises.

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“Even after memory and cognitive functions are damaged, the ability to create art can continue,” says Karen Clond, a licensed master social worker and dementia care specialist at the Alzheimer’s Association Heart of America chapter, in Prairie Village, Kansas. “The organization’s Memories in the Making art program works because the amygdala, the part of the brain involved with emotions and memory that processes feelings like fear, also processes beauty, appreciation and attachment.” Sally Jenny developed the program in 1988, which now boasts more than 4,000 participant artists a week. Facilitators create a safe and encouraging atmosphere to explore painting with watercolors, which can unlock memories, stimulate thoughts and promote social interaction. The process also produces tangible pieces they’ve created and can revisit. “The artists have complete control over their work,” Clond comments. “It’s a failure-free activity.” For at-home painting activities, she suggests inviting guidelines: Provide good-quality supplies; have no expectations; find something good in every effort; ask them to title their piece and affix their artist’s signature; call them an artist and provide artistic respect.

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“Creative storytelling for dementia patients replaces the pressure to remember with the freedom to imagine,” remarks Joan Williamson, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a coordinator and master trainer with TimeSlips. She’s seen it improve communication, self-esteem and social interaction for people with memory loss. Whether exploring art, music, movement or storytelling, expressive therapies can enrich the lives and connections of people with dementia and their care partners.

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m” is a Hindu sacred sound considered the greatest of all mantras, traditionally used in prayers, chants and meditation— possessing high spiritual and creative power, it can be recited by anyone. Om is both a sound and a symbol rich in meaning and depth. When pronounced correctly, it is actually “AUM.” Aum consists of four syllables: A, U, M and the silent syllable. The first syllable is A, pronounced as a prolonged “awe.” The sound starts at the back of the throat and is stretched out; sense the feeling of the solar plexus and chest vibrating. The next is U, pronounced as a prolonged “o-o-,” with the sound gradually rolling forward along the upper palate and vibrating the throat. The third syllable, M, is pronounced as a prolonged “mmmm,” with front teeth gently touching. Start to feel the top of the head vibrate. The last syllable is the deep silence of the infinite. As intelligence rises from the deep silence, merge the chant from the M to the deep silence.

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Everything in the universe is pulsating and vibrating—with nothing standing still. The sound Om, when chanted, vibrates at 432 Hz, the same vibrational frequency found throughout nature. By chanting the keynote sound of the universe, we are symbolically and physically tuning in to and acknowledging our connection to all other living beings, nature and the universe. The universal vibrations and rhythmic pronunciation also physically affect the body by slowing the nervous system and calming the mind, similar to the effects of meditation. When the mind relaxes, blood pressure decreases and ultimately, heart health improves. Finally, chanting AUM is wellsuited to mark the beginning or end of a yoga practice or meditation session or as a respite from regular daily activities. It signifies that this is a special time to care for ourselves and practice being mindful. Sam Saunders lives and teaches yoga in Dubai. Connect at Sam@LoveYoga.ae.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 IONS Tucson Monthly Presentation – 6:30-8pm. “Was Buddha Just a Nice Guy? Miracles and Marvels Through the Lens of Science” with Dean Radin, PhD, (via Skype). $5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl. 520-577-1478. Chirising@gmail.com. IonsTucson.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 EFT Tapping Into Freedom – 9am-5pm. EFT is the next big trend in personal growth, seen on Oprah, Dr. Oz and Larry King. Rapidly release emotional distress and trauma, simply by tapping acupoints. $95/advance registration. Cortiva Institute, 6390 E Broadway. 520-407-5160. Melissa.Laborin@cortiva.com. TappingCortivaSept2014.Eventbrite.com. Numerology Seminar – 9am-5pm. Numerology Seminar at Tamara Spiritual Center with Rev. Dagmar Veillet! Explore numbers, learn meanings and calculations. Also, karma vs dharma. $50. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com. Write Your Best Seller in a Weekend – 10:30am12:30pm. Free lecture by author/teacher Tom Bird on how to get that hidden book out of you. He has instructed over 80,000 authors and writers successfully. Free. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl. 520-303-6042. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnitytUS.com.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 How to Create from Following Your Heart – 6:30-8:30pm. From your deep heart space, use wise guidance, feeling loved, and relaxed calmness to create your world with more love and abundance. RSVP 48 hrs. in advance. $30. The Man in the Maze Room, 6965 N Oracle Rd. @ Giaconda Way, Casas Adobes Professional Plaza. 520-877-5039. SacredJourney@earthlink.net. ManInTheMazeRoom.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Healing and Visioning Workshop – 4-6pm. With Suzanne Grosvenor. Opening the gates of light, healing and receiving; focus on receiving visual imagery and impressions for healing, loosening freedom of movement. Prerequisite required. Includes live, spontaneous music. $15. For info, reservations: 520-229-6282.

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Release, Renew, And Soar Into The Real You! 9-1 AM Session or 2-6 PM Session Join Dr. Jo Ruddy and Dr. Pam McMahon for a guaranteed life-changing day of healing. Hypnosis, Re-calibration and Activation of Your Authentic Self, and Hands on Healing of emotional and physical distress. Bring anything and everything you wish to release and resolve! Read about Dr. Jo at CounselingConceptsllc.org. Read about Dr. Pam at LifeHealer.org. $39 In advance; $45/ door. Church of Tamara, 3002 E. Fort Lowell Rd. Tucson. Counselingconceptsllc.org/events.html

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Message Circle – 7-8:30pm. Messages from Spirit. Every attendee receives ONE message. If time permits, more than one message may be offered. Limited seating. Door closes shortly after 7pm. $8. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell Rd.. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Introduction to Hospital-Based Massage Therapy – 9am-6pm. Get an awareness of the rewards and challenges of working in the healthcare environment. Includes a thorough study of hospital protocols, contraindications, hands-on role playing. $195. ASIS Massage Education Flagstaff Campus, 113 W Phoenix Ave. 928-639-3455. Workshops@ASISmassage.com. ASISworkshops.com. Mini Bonsai Show and Demonstration at Civano Nursery – 9am-2pm. Treat yourself to a new experience! Join us for a mini showing of bonsai trees and demonstrations on how to create a bonsai from nursery stock. Free. Civano Nursery, 5301 S. Houghton Rd. TucsonBonsai@yahoo.com. TucsonBonsaiSociety.org.

Bio-Touch Practitioner Training – Sept 13-14. 10am-4pm. Help friends, family relieve pain and stress with interactive, enjoyable, hands-on training. $48/2 days. Massage therapists earn 10 CEUs ($60). Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-323-7951. Kukaber33@yahoo.com. JustTouch.com. Reiki Level I: Enhance Well-Being – 12-5pm. Reiki is for you, not just those in healing professions. Learn to raise your energetic frequency and bring wellness into your life and loved ones. $100. Highlands Activity Building, 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd, Marana. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com. Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path – 3-4:30pm. Experience a simple, natural spiritual healing technique based on the teachings of German healer Bruno Groening and meet new friends. Free. UAMC, 1501 N Campbell Ave, Cafeteria, Room E. 520-904-4801. Weissmae@email.arizona.edu. Bruno-Groening.org/English. BYOB Step by Step Painting Event – 6:30-9pm. Local art teacher provides step-by-step directions to create your own painting. All materials provided, no experience needed. $35. Artistry Academy Music & Art, 12112 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. #120, 85755. Katherine Suescun. 520-308-4511, ArtistryDirectors@gmail.com, ArtistryAcademy.net.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Bio-Touch Practitioner Training – Sept 13-14. 10am-4pm. Help friends, family relieve pain and stress with interactive, enjoyable, hands-on training. $48/2 days. Massage therapists earn 10 CEUs ($60). Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-323-7951. Kukaber33@yahoo.com. JustTouch.com. The Power of Receiving: A Revolutionary Approach to Achieving Your Personal and Professional Goals –1:30-3:30pm. With Amanda Owen. Participants will learn innovative strategies and practical tools that can easily be integrated into their lives to reduce stress and promote healing in others plus meet goals in just five weeks. $20/advance or $25/door. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N. Craycroft Rd. 520-319-1042 or visit tucsoncsl.org.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Painting and Drawing Class - 1:45 – 4:15 pm. All levels and styles-personalized instruction in oils, acrylics, and drawing. Work at your own pace in a supportive environment. Morning and afternoon classes available. $93.75. Artistry Academy Music & Art, 12112 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. #120, 85755. Katherine Suescun. 520-308-4511, ArtistryDirectors@gmail.com, ArtistryAcademy.net.

Claim Your Joy! Music, Movement, Magic and the Angel Gong – 9am-12pm. RSVP to Marcia. $20. The Galactic Center, 35 E. Toole Ave. 520-975-5376. Millmarcia@gmail.com. SpiritedChangeAZ.com. How to Create from Following Your Heart – 10am-12pm. From your deep heart space, use wise guidance, feeling loved, and relaxed calmness to create your world with more love and abundance. $30. The Man in the Maze Room, Casas Adobes Professional Plaza, 6965 N Oracle Rd, Tucson. RSVP: 520-877-5039. SacredJourney@earthlink.net. ManInTheMazeRoom.com.

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Painting and Drawing Class - 1:45 – 4:15 pm. All levels and styles-personalized instruction in oils, acrylics, and drawing. Work at your own pace in a supportive environment. Morning and afternoon classes available. $93.75. Artistry Academy Music & Art, 12112 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. #120, 85755. Katherine Suescun . 520-308-4511, ArtistryDirectors@gmail.com, ArtistryAcademy.net .

Advanced Techniques for Temporomandibular Dysfunction – 9am-6pm. Learn techniques to treat TMJD and associated chronic pain that results from tension in the jaw, including headaches, neck pain, eye strain, ear pain, grinding of teeth. $175. ASIS Massage Education Flagstaff Campus, 113 W Phoenix Ave. 928-639-3455. Workshops@ASISmassage.com. ASISworkshops.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Bio-Touch Open House – 6pm. Co-founder Paul Bucky presents Bio-Touch, a light-touch healing expression of the universal principle “Love Thy Neighbor”. Q&A included. Free. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St, Tucson. 520-323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. JustTouch.com.

South Arizona Author Series – 11:30am-12:30pm. Jerry Harris discusses “The Broken Circle”, a story of loss, quests, redemption, and relationships between blacks and whites in America today. Free. Contact: 520-441-9128. Free. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Rm 3. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com.

Free TMS Education Day – 6-7pm. Are you not seeing the results you want from your antidepressant? Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) can help. Learn about TMS and how it will help alleviate depression. Free. MindSource Centre, 7345 E Tanque Verde Rd. To register: 520-296-7766. MindSourceCentre@yahoo.com. MindSourceCentre.com.

Renegotiating Soul’s Contracts – 1-3pm. Learn to renegotiate contracts we made long ago encoded in our DNA as beliefs that can affect us in ways that are no longer in our highest good. $30/advance, $35/day of. Spirits Child Metaphysical Store, SE corner of River/Orange Grove. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com.

markyourcalendar SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 TUCSON POSIPALOOZA CONCERT 6-9pm

David Roth, Jana Stanfield, & Richard Mekdeci join together in a unique musical conversation. These three spectacular Artists perform in a roundrobin format, banter, share how songs were written, and create impromptu arrangements. Free CD giveaways, laughter, & empowering Positive Music! $20 each, two for $35. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd. More info: 520-546-3696 Info@UnityPeaceAZ.com. UnityPeaceAZ.com.

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Deepen your understanding about the folk tradition of Mexican ‘altars’ in honor of departed loved ones as you create your own 3-D mini-ofrenda/altar. All levels. $55, includes materials. Family discount available. Bring your own photos and mementos. Carolyn King, Heart to Hand Studio. 35 E. Toole Ave. 520-991-0147 CKing72@cox.n

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Meditation Intro and Mini-Retreat – 2-6pm. In this short class for beginners, learn the key points for easy, relaxed and effective meditation followed by an optional mini-retreat to gain experience. $10; $15 including retreat. Kadampa Meditation Center, 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 South Arizona Author Series – 11:30am-12:30pm. Jerry Harris discusses The Broken Circle, a story of loss, quests, redemption, and relationships between blacks and whites in America today. Donation requested. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Rm 3, Tucson. 520-488-0630. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnityTucson.com/Calendar.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Buddhist Teachings and Meditation - Eastside – 6:30-8pm. Basic Buddhist teachings with western Buddhist nun, Kelsang Lingpur. Includes meditation practice. Meets once monthly. $10. Discover Chiropractic, 7290 E Broadway Blvd,. 520-441-1617. Info@MeditationInTucson.org. MeditationInTucson.org. Music for Health and Wholeness – 6:308:30pm. With Suzanne Grosvenor. An evening of rejuvenation, contemplative meditation, nourishing body, mind and spirit centered around spontaneous piano music played specifically for the group and personal sharing. $5. For info, reservations: 520-229-6282.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 30th Anniversary Party – 6-9pm. Including music by The Speedway Brothers Band, food and refreshments, Maddy’s Face and Body Art, games and prize drawing. Free. The Right Touch Massage Therapy, 2984 E Ft Lowell Rd, Tucson. 520-326-7675. RightTouchMassageTherapy@yahoo.com. RightTouchMassageTherapy.com.

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Compassion Cultivation Training – Would you like to learn how to bring compassion into your life and understand the research behind it? You can do so in this 8-week program developed at Stanford U. Call Aly for details. $295. Caritas Center for Healing, 330 E 16th St. 520-302-9840. CaritasHealing.com/events. Aly@CompassionEducation.com. CompassionEducation.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 3 Day Shame Resilience Seminar – Sept 26-28. Linda Focht, 520-369-401. Linda@RiversWayPsychotherapy.com. RiversWayPsychotherapy.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Tucson IANDS Experience Sharing (TIES) - Special Event – 1-3pm. “What Heaven Taught Me About Hope, Healing and. Miracles” by Alex Hermosillo. Near-death experiencer shares his path to becoming a gifted healer. $10/advance. $20/at door. Radisson Hotel, 6555 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson. 520-395-2365. TucsonAZ@iands.org. TucsonIANDS.org.

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“What Heaven Taught Me About Hope, Healing and. Miracles” by Alex Hermosillo. Near-death experiencer shares his path to becoming a gifted healer. $10/advance. $20/at door. Radisson Hotel, 6555 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson. 520-395-2365. TucsonAZ@iands.org. TucsonIANDS.org. Blissful Angel Gong Waves in Salt Water Pool – 3-4:30pm. 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/pool-side. RSVP required. Santa Rita Springs Pool, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-975-5376. Millmarcia@gmail.com. SpiritedChangeAZ.com. 4th Saturday Evening Psychic Fair – 6-9pm. Intuitive readings may include Tarot, Oracle Stones, Past Lives, Numerology and more. $20/20-minutes. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com. BYOB Step by Step Painting Event – 6:30-9pm. Local art teacher provides step-by-step directions to create your own painting. All materials provided, no experience needed. $35. Artistry Academy Music & Art, 12112 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. #120, 85755. Katherine Suescun. 520-308-4511, ArtistryDirectors@gmail.com, ArtistryAcademy.net.

K-Bass & Farafina Musiki – 7:30-9:30pm. Popular African pop/reggae 11-piece band deliver a night of music and dancing in support of the nonprofit Personality Integration Rehabilitation Program, Avalon Gardens Internships and Homeless Is Not My Choice Program. $10/advance, $15/ door. Youth prices available. The Sea Of Glass, Center for the Arts, 330 E 7th St. 520-398-2542. Booking@TheSeaOfGlass.org. TheSeaOfGlass.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Shame Resilience Group Class – 12 week curriculum on Shame and Resilience developed by Brene Brown. Morning and evening classes available. Linda Focht, 520-369-4017. L i n d a @ R i v e r s Wa y P s y c h o t h e r a p y. c o m . RiversWayPsychotherapy.com.

plan ahead FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3 Soul Radiance Retreat – Oct 3-5. Give yourself a break: reconnect with your spirit, awaken to your full potential, and strengthen your soul connection. Includes gentle yoga, self-discovery exercises and silent and guided meditations. No prior experience with yoga or meditation necessary. $395 and up. McLean Meditation Institute, 411 SR 17, Ste 8, Sedona. 928-204-0067. SedonaMeditation.com. IONS Tucson Monthly Presentation – 6:308pm. “Bridging Spirituality and Science with Jesus, Pan and Teilhard De Chardin” with David Wilkinson, PhD. Dr. Wilkinson recently retired as pastor of St. Francis in the Foothills. $5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl. 520-577-1478. Chirising@gmail.com. IonsTucson.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 Reflexology for the Feet – Oct 4-5. 9am5pm. With Susan Watson. Class designed for the massage therapist professional who is interested in learning foot reflexology techniques. $350. ASIS Massage Education Sedona Campus, 701 S Broadway, Clarkdale. 928-639-3455. Workshops@ASISmassage.com. ASISworkshops.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5 Soul Radiance Retreat – 9:30-11:30am. Give yourself a break - reconnect with your spirit, awaken to your full potential, and strengthen your soul connection. This essential inner journey includes gentle yoga, self-discovery exercises, and silent and guided meditations. Beginners aren’t just welcome, they’re embraced at this retreat. $395 and up. McLean Meditation Institute, 411 SR 17 Ste 8, Sedona.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9 TIES Guest Speaker - Luis Minero – 6:30pm. Luis Minero–author of Demystifying the Outof-Body Experience: A Practical Manual for Exploration & Personal Evolution. Administrative Director of the International Academy of Consciousness (IAC). $5. Unity Church of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl. 520-3952365. TucsonAZ@iands.org. TucsonIANDS.org.

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

Reiki Level II: Working Across Space and Time – 12-5pm. This training will enable you to greatly increase your capacity for energy and enable you to work across distance and also across time/space. Also enhance your intuition. $100. Highlands Activity Building, 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd, Marana. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17 Creative Soul: A Women’s Meditation & Writing Retreat – Oct 17-19. 4:30pm Friday-11:30am Sunday. Transcend your inner critic and express yourself from the womb of creativity through expansive writing exercises and group sharing. Meditation instruction in the Simple, Easy, Every Day Meditation method included. No experience with meditation or writing necessary. $355 and up. McLean Meditation Institute, 411 SR 17 Ste 8, Sedona. 928-204-0067. SedonaMeditation.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 Past Lives Regression – 1-3pm. This workshop will enable you to journey to past lives and access energies affecting this life, clear physical symptoms and non-beneficial emotions, and understand relationships. $30/advance, $35/ day of. Caritas Center for Healing, 330 E 16th St. 520-245-4214. JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com.

markyourcalendar SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19 MASTERY OF ENERGY HEALING CLASS 10am-5pm.

With Alex Hermosillo, international healer, author and spiritual teacher. Learn how to quickly and easily release the energies and memories of non-nurturing thoughts, emotions and patterns, including stress, anxiety, fears, worries, heartbreaks, confusion, aches, pains and disease, allowing greater clarity, peace of mind and relief from symptoms of illness. Radisson Suites, 6555 E. Speedway Blvd. Register: 480-345-9972. Support@MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com. MasteryOfEnergyHealing.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19 Love & the Lightness of Being Retreat – Oct 1923. Sarah McLean facilitates this intimate retreat to discover your true essence and the peace accessible in any moment. Discover how to live with gratitude and confidence. Mii amo Spa at Enchantment Resort, Sedona. 888-749-2137 or 928-203-8500. Info@Miiamo.com.

ongoing events Calendar events must be received by the 12th of the month prior to publication and adhere to our guidelines. Visit NaturalTucson.com for guidelines and to submit listings.

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. St. Philips Plaza Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. The Sunday market has become one of the largest farmers markets in Southwestern Arizona and has a regional reputation for the number of local farmers it supports. Free. St. Philips Plaza, 4380 N. Campbell Ave. Heirloomfm.com.

Silent Prayer and Meditation – 8:45-9:30am. Experience the exquisite peace of shared Silence. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace welcomes all who wish to explore and discover their Oneness with Spirit. Free. 1551 S Eastside Loop #121. 520-546-3696. RevNita@UnityPeaceAZ.com. UnityPeaceaAZ.com. Feldenkrais Method: Awareness Through Movment – 9am. Explore how you can be more comfortable in your body without sweating, stretching or efforting. Interview required. $10. 4761 E Camp Lowell. 520-321-0352. Streeter.Steven@gmail.com. The Deeper Meaning of Jesus’ Words – 10-11am. Explore the underlying ideas of our Christian heritage for your deeper understanding. Child-care provided. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N. Camino Blanco. 520-577-3300. UnityTus.com. Ai Chi – 10am. with Julia Barwell. Combining Tai-Chi concepts with shoulder depth warm water, using deep breathing and slow, flowing movements. Helpful for arthritis, fibromyalgia, high stress, low energy. $15. 520 360-1798. juliabar@cox.net. 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.

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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 – 10-11:15am. 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. 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. Science of Spirituality – 10am-2pm. New hours. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N 1st Ave. 520-209-1755. Unity Spiritual Center of Peace Sunday Celebration – 10:30-11:30am. Potluck last Sun. Learn to live your spiritual potential and purpose. Pray, sing and celebrate Oneness in community. All welcome. Sunday school for kids. 1551 S. Eastside Loop #121. 520-546-3696. Info@UnityPeaceAZ.com. Center for New Thought Spirituality – 10:45am12:45pm. Formerly Community Interfaith Church. 10:45 a.m. Meditation; 11:00 a.m. Celebration Service & Youth Church. 520-861-8734. Love Offering. Metro Water Company Meeting Room, 6265 N La Canada. 520-861-8734. GWrigley@ymail.com. CenterForNewThoughtSpirituality.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. Tamara Spiritual Center Sunday Services – 11am/5:30pm. 3rd Sun at 2:30pm only. Services include a healing meditation, inspirational talk and messages. Tamara Spiritual Center, 3002 E Ft Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513. Info@TamaraFoundation.com. TamaraSpiritualCenter.com. Yogananda Gathering – 11am-1pm. 3rd Sun. Attune to Yogananda’s teachings through chanting, meditation affirmations, readings and Festival of Light ceremony. Talk on India Pilgrimage. Snack and fellowship follows. Ananda Center, 1002 E Prince Rd. 520-299-9309. ElizabethLMason@yahoo.com. AnandaArizona.org. Elder Circles, The Wisdom Journey – 1-2pm. 1st Sun. A safe, respectful place to harvest life. Free. Jewish Community Center, River at Dodge. 520-323-1708. Ctornbom@OurFamilyServices.org. 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. Controlling Anxiety – 2-4pm. 1st & 4th Sun. 4-week class, cognitive-behavioral exercises, relaxation and breathing techniques, mindfulness practices, discussion. Fragrance-free class. Steve Ross, MA, LMFT (CA). $100 pre-paid or $30/class. Central Tucson location. Pre-register: 520-320-5559.

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tuesday Breakfast, Tea and Empathy – Sept 16 and 30. 8:30-10am. $25-$35. Westside location. Silgiraffe@aol.com to RSVP.

Steve.Ross@Wildblue.net. RelaxAndBreathe.net. Chapel of Awareness Spiritual Church, Healings & Readings – 4pm. Meditation, healings, spirit messages. Class follows at 5pm. Private Readings available after the service at 6-7pm. Free will donation. Chapel of Awareness, 931 N Fifth Ave. Call 520-820-0727 to reserve time. ChapelOfAwarenessTucson.net. Sacred Space – 4:30-6:30pm. Weekly gathering with live music, inspiration from the world’s spiritual traditions, community connection. Maker House, 283 N Stone Ave. 520-318-3557. SacredSpaceTucson@gmail.com. SacredSpaceTucson.org.

monday Bio-Touch Sessions – 9am-5pm. Try our light-touch healing technique to alleviate pain, stress and to support good health, an application of the universal principle “Love Thy Neighbor”. By donation. BioTouch Center, 5634 E. Pima St. 323-7951.. Donation. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St, Tucson. 520-323-7951. Office@JustTouch.com. Connected Warriors Yoga for Vets – 10-11am. Yoga classes for vets, current service members and their families. Free. Arizona Power Yoga, 8567 N Silverbell Rd. 520-572-7697. ArizonaPowerYoga.com. Aquatic Therapy – 11:30am-12:30pm. With Carolyn Rashti, M.S. Have fun! Laughter promotes deep breathing and erases depression. Gentle movements in warm salt water relieve pain, tension, and improves circulation, flexibility and endurance. $160/8 classes, once or twice weekly. First class free. 520-742-4292. AquaticTherapyTucson.com. How to Meditate – 11:30am-12:30pm. This 4-week class debunks the myth that you have to “do it right” or not at all. Meditation helps with stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain. Advanced class at 12:30pm. $35 for 4 classes pre-paid or $10/class. Central Tucson location. Pre-register: 520-320-5559. Steve.Ross@WildBlue.net. RelaxAndBreathe.net. Pilates Combo Class – 6-7pm. A fast paced session utilizing rollers, resistance bands, balls and other small apparatus. $13. 4619 E Speedway. 520777-8001. Melissa@BalancedSpiritPilates.com. BalancedSpiritPilates.com. Counselors & Helping Professionals: Re-Ignite Your Own Delight! – 7-8:30pm. 8- Week personal renewal and growth group for counselors and helping professionals. Experience healing and inspiration in this small, confidential group through creative and experiential processes.. $40/session by 9/1. $45/session after 9/1. Man in the Maze Room, Casas Adobes Professional Plaza, 6965 N Oracle Rd, Tucson. 520-333-7436. Arianna@The HeartCenteredLife.com. ManInTheMazeRoom.com.

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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. Meet in 96 degree solar-heated Santa Rita Springs waters, using somatic principles, breath work, and relaxation techniques, exploring safe movement to maintain youthful agility and increase body awareness. $60/4 classes. Santa Rita Springs. 520-977-6847. Nitule7@hotmail.com. SantaritaSprings.com. Pilates Barre Class – 12pm. Featuring exercises designed at the barre and on the mat that elongate the spine, strengthen legs and tighten and tone the overall body.$13 per session. Speedway $13. 4619 E Speedway. 520-777-8001. Melissa@BalancedSpiritPilates.com. BalancedSpiritPilates.com. 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. 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. Yoga Classes – 6-7pm. Starting July 22 Tues &Thurs. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco in Harmony Hall. Tim Howell 520-808-9383. JoyfulHeartsYoga.com. A Course in Miracles x2 – 6-8:30pm. Traditional text for ACIM is offered Tuesdays at 6pm: Urtext version is Wednesday 6pm. $3-5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Rm1. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. Divorce Support and Educational Group – 6:30-8pm. Meet-up begins by presenting and discussing the weekly educational topic. Then we open it up to participant personal issues and answer questions of interest. Free. William Centre Office Bldg, 310 S Williams Blvd, Ste 102, Tucson. 520-829-0225. Ronniek@DesertRanch.com. MeetUp.DesertRanch.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. TMC Srs, 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.

Spiritual Development Classes – 6:30-8pm. Classes to nurture spiritual growth. Topics vary. A group discussion is always included. A guided meditation follows the discussion. $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. Gently through breathing and yogic exercises, we touch your heart with playful laughter designed to promote peace and healing. Free. St Francis in the Foothills Church, Rm 30. 520-275-9802. LaughingJana@gmail.com.

wednesday Rainbow Sun Qigong – 9-10am. With Barbara Evans-Levine. This ancient Chinese mind-bodyspirit healing practice lowers stress, boosts the immune system, calms the mind, creates balance and 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 and 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. 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. Life’s Support Group – 10-11am. Meet with a group supporting life’s changes and demands. Support with health, exercise, mental well-being and more. $10. WellnessFirst! 3861 N First Ave, Bldg A. 520-668-0039. Saberlmp@aol.com. 3861WellnessFirst.com.

Spiritual Education Classes – 10:30am-12:30pm. The Twelve Powers: express and integrate the foundational aspects of the Divine within each of us. Bring your willing and open mind and heart. Free-will offering. 1551 S Eastside Loop #121, Tucson. 520-546-3696. RevNita@UnityPeaceAZ.com. UnityPeaceaAZ.com. Aquatic Therapy – 11:30am-12:30pm. With Carolyn Rashti, M.S. Have fun! Laughter promotes deep breathing and erases depression. Gentle movements in warm salt water relieve pain, tension, and improves circulation, flexibility and endurance. $160/8 classes, once or twice weekly. First class free. 520-742-4292. AquaticTherapyTucson.com Feldenkrais Method: Awareness Through Movment – 12pm & 7pm. Explore how you can be more comfortable in your body without sweating, stretching or efforting. Interview required. $10. 4761 E Camp Lowell. 520-321-0352. Streeter.Steven@gmail.com. Bio-Touch Open House – 5-7:30pm. 3rd Wed. 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. A Course in Miracles x2 – 6-8:30pm. Traditional text for ACIM is offered Tuesdays at 6pm: Urtext version is Wednesday 6pm. $3-5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Rm1. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com.

thursday Mold Support Meeting – Last Thurs. Free. Foothills Business Park, 10831 N Mavinee Drive, Ste 185, Oro Valley. 520-419-4668. 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. W 520-624-6110. Sinde@cox.net. Spring Forest Qigong – 10-11am. Experience relaxation, healing, energizing. Taught by two experienced Qigong masters Steve McGeeney and Tandra Goodwin. $10. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-303-6042. Molly.Nelson@q.com.

Pilates/Core Strengthening – 12pm. Invigorating series of exercises to enhance your core. Results include better balance, greater flexibility and overall strength to your body. $13 per session. $13. 4619 E Speedway. 520-777-8001. Melissa@BalancedSpiritPilates.com. BalancedSpiritPilates.com. 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, we unshackle tension with somatic movements on the floor, then enhance the release in warm water. $60/4 classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-977-6847 or Nitule7@hotmail.com. Music and Visioning Workshop – 4-6pm. With Suzanne Grosvenor. Live, spontaneous Transformative Piano Music. Open the gates of Light and healing. Rejuvenating, connecting with Source. Receiving messages for healing and personal freedom. Prerequisite; attend one Music for Health and Wholeness event. $15. Pre-register. Suzanne’s home, Cortaro Rd & I-10 Fwy, Tucson. 520-229-6282. Suzanne@SuzanneGrosvenor.com. MusicForHealth.net. Mat Pilates – 5pm. Integrates the mind and body, offering breathing and relaxation techniques, Pilates practice builds strong, flexible bodies and healthy minds in an innovative way. $13 per session. $13. 4619 E Speedway. 520-777-8001. Melissa@BalancedSpiritPilates.com. BalancedSpiritPilates.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. ElizabethLMason@yahoo.com. AnandaArizona.org. Green Chamber Monthly Networking Mixer – 5:30-7:30pm. 4th Thurs. RSVP at our website sagcc. org or 520-777-7138 and leave message. $10/members:$15/non-members.Location different every month. 520-870-2136. SantanaDaniels@sagcc.org. 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. Yoga Classes – 6-7pm. Starting July 22 Tues &Thurs. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco in Harmony Hall. Tim Howell 520-808-9383. JoyfulHeartsYoga.com. Reiki Circle – 6-7:30pm. 2nd Thurs. Learn about Reiki, receive, and give. Experience its documented healing energies. $5 suggested donation. Bookman’s, 1930 E Grant Rd. 520-245-4214.JudyFerrig@comcast.net. OpenPathways-EnergyandCommunication.com.

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Tai Chi and Chi Kung – 6-7:30pm. 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. Metaphysics Classes – 6:30-8:30pm. Unity Metaphysics: a five-week exploration introducing the spiritual principles which underlie our lives. Bring your open mind and open heart. Learn how Life works. Free-will offering. 1551 S Eastside Loop #121, Tucson. 520-546-3696. RevNita@UnityPeaceAZ.com. UnityPeaceaAZ.com. Eight Steps to Happiness – 7-8:30pm. Composed by the great Tibetan Buddhist Master, Bodhisattva Langri Tangpa. These eight short verses particularly focus on developing loving-kindness. $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 Catalina Farmers’ Market – 8am-noon. Fresh produce, baked goods, salmon, rangefed beef, artisans, unique gifts, food court, more. 77 N Marketplace (Farmer’s), 16733 N Oracle Rd (opposite Eagle Crest entrance), Catalina. 970-903-0529. MichaelisPlaza@gmail.com. 77NorthMarketPlace.com. Jesse Owens Park Farmers Market – 8am-noon. The fledgling member of Heirloom Farmers Markets offering fresh produce to Tucson’s east side. Free. Jesse Owens Park, 400 S Sarnoff Dr. Heirloomfm.com. 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. Bio-Touch Sessions – 9am-5pm. Soothe pain, alleviate stress, support good health with our light-touch healing technique, an application of the principle “Love Thy Neighbor”. By donation. Bio-Touch Center, 5634 E Pima St. 520-751-7751. 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. A.C.T.- Accountable Creative Time – 12-1pm. Step into your creativity or project using telephone support for inspiration and momentum. Free tele-conference calls. 520-906-7542. Inspire@ArtsForTheHeart.com. ArtsForTheHeart.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.

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.

Beginner’s Classic Pilates – 1pm. Learn Pilates principles, set-up and proper execution techniques in a class designed for the beginner, but with challenge for the seasoned athlete and gentle enough to help alleviate chronic pain. $13 per session. $13. 4619 E Speedway. 520-777-8001. Melissa@BalancedSpiritPilates.com. BalancedSpiritPilates.com.

How To Get Married After Forty Workshop – 124pm. 2nd Sat. Find your ideal mate by becoming an ideal mate. Learn how through interactive exercises and discussion. Book-based. Fragrance-free. Steve Ross, MA, LMFT. $65, includes book. Central Tucson location. Pre-register: 520-320-5559. Steve.Ross@Wildblue.net. RelaxAndBreathe.net.

4th Ave FoodFest – 4-8pm. Great local food and music. 4th Ave & 4th St. 602-329-2766. FoodInRoot@gmail.com. FoodInRoot.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. Music for Health and Wholeness – 6:30-8:30pm. With Suzanne Grosvenor. Live, spontaneous Transformative Piano Music played specifically for the group. An evening of rejuvenation, contemplative meditation and sharing, nourishing body, mind and spirit. $5. Register. Suzanne’s home, Cortaro Rd & I-10 Fwy, Tucson. 520-229-6282. Suzanne@SuzanneGrosvenor.com. MusicForHealth.net.

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. 520-2072429x2. Marketplace@MontereyCourtAZ.com. MontereyCourtAZ.com. Oro Valley Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. 30 vendor stalls. Every 2nd Saturday fun events are planned to introduce more customers to this neighborhood gem. Free. Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N Oracle Rd. Heirloomfm.com. St. Philips Plaza Farmers Market – 8am-12pm. One of the largest farmers markets in Southwestern Arizona and has a regional reputation for the number of local farmers it supports. Free. St. Philips Plaza, 4380 N. Campbell Ave. Heirloomfm.com. Rincon Valley Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. Organic produce, fresh flowers, baked goods, ironworks, arts and crafts by local artisans. 12500 E Old Spanish Trail. 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.

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Barbara Fredricks: Unstuck and Moving Ahead – 1-3pm. Discover who you are now, where you are stuck in old thought patterns, envision what you want to be. enlist many tools to get there. $10. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco Pl, Tucson. 520-488-8284. Molly.Nelson@q.com. UnitytUS.com. Visual Arts Workshops – 1:30-4pm. Fun, nurturing, drop-in open studio workshop offers guidance for painting, mixed-media and collage explorations. All levels welcome. $20 includes materials. 520-991-0147. CarolynKingArts.com. Music and Visioning Workshop – 4-6pm. With Suzanne Grosvenor. Live, spontaneous Transformative Piano Music. Open the gates of Light and healing. Rejuvenating, connecting with Source. Receiving messages for healing and personal freedom. Prerequisite; attend one Music for Health and Wholeness event. $15. Pre-register. Suzanne’s home, Cortaro Rd & I-10 Fwy, Tucson. 520-229-6282. Suzanne@SuzanneGrosvenor.com. MusicForHealth.net. Plant-Based Food Potluck Dinner – 4-6pm. 2nd Sat. Enjoy the supporst 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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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. SENIOR WOMAN, 60’s, offering excellent administrative skills in lieu of rent for guesthouse and utilities in central Tucson. 3 30-354-7535. 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.

communityresourceguide ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE DEL SOUL

Nanie Carrillo L. Ac., Dipl. O.M. Located within Caritas Center for Healing 330 E. 16th St., 85701 520-979-7078 NanieC@acupuncturedelsoul.com Acupuncturedelsoul.com Nanie Carrillo, provides compassionate health care to all ages using acupuncture, Chinese herbal therapy, nutritional guidance, massage, Reiki and CranioSacral Therapy. She also provides Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation. Workers Compensation and some insurance accepted. See ad page 17.

LIGHTWORKS ACUPUNCTURE

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 and prostate health. She quickly achieves remarkable results for her patients, so that they may fully enjoy their lives. Accepts insurance, call to inquire.

THE GATHERING POINT COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE

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 treatments. The clinic’s tranquil community setting and low cost allow patients to receive the quality healthcare needed. See ad page 21.

THRIVE FAMILY ACUPUNCTURE

ART ARTISTRY ACADEMY MUSIC & ART

Music lessons and art classes for all ages 12112 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Ste120, 85755 520-308-4511 ArtistryOffice@artistryacademy.net ArtistryAcademy.net All the family is invited to enjoy our music lessons and art classes. Music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, violin, drums, bass, ukulele, flute, and rock band classes. Art classes in drawing, watercolors, oils and acrylics painting. Painting events for children and BYOB painting events for adults. Private corporate events and parties available. Call now and discover your Artistry with us!

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 29.

BIO-TOUCH CENTER

5634 E Pima St, 85712 520-323-7951 Office@justtouch.com • JustTouch.com Voted one of Tucson’s top Alternative Healing Centers. Sessions offered on a donation basis. Classes held monthly - Massage Therapists & Nurses receive CE Credits. See ad on page 28.

INTUITIVE HANDS MASSAGE THERAPY

Don May, LMT Intuitive Hands Location: Your home, business, Jamie Szybala, Lac or organization Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Massage Therapy 520-730-0656 WellnessFirst! DonMay.MassageTherapy.com Don May, LMT 3861 N First Ave., 85719 520-955-4243 • 520-209-1755 Healing, Enjoy the deeply healing benefits of ThriveFamilyAcupuncture.com wellness, relaxation, Jamie is a second-generation healer & balance in the and practitioner of Traditional Chinese comfort of your Medicine. She uses acupuncture, own home or manual therapy, dietary counseling business. I and herbal formulas to correct travel to you! imbalances and to help people honor $10 discount on first session their bodies to achieve optimum 520-730-0656 health at any age. See ad page 36.

DonMay.MassageTherapy.com

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 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 28.

TUCSON MINDFUL MASSAGE

Carol Daniel 520-760-3358 • TucsonMindfulMassage.com My experience of thirty years of massage and meditation enable me to deeply listen to you and your body to provide the optimal treatment for you. $25 off first session for new clients (regular $75)! See ad on page 28.

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. See ad on page 8.

WINTERHAVEN HEALTH CENTER

Dr Nathan Conlee 3020 N. Country Club Rd., 87516 520-322-6161 • PerformanceNeurology.com Dr. Conlee, Chiropractor Neurologist, diagnoses and treats such conditions as Dystonia, ADHD, Peripheral Neuropathy, vertigo, migraine headaches, balance disorders, numbness, tingling, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other conditions related to neurologic function. Also available: acupuncture, physiotherapy, kinesiotape, nutrition and allergy testing. See ad on page 36.

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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

STEVE ROSS, M.A., L.M.F.T. (CA)

520-320-5559 • Steve.Ross@wildblue.net Honest discussion coupled, with natural techniques like diaphragmatic breathing, mindfulness, relaxation, and neutralizing negative thoughts, can help “right the boat.” Individuals, couples, kids too can benefit. Sliding scale. Central Tucson location. 520-320-5559. Also offering three classes.

SUSAN HANNAH

2850 E. Grant Rd. 85716 520-329-1402 • SusanRHannah.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.

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 29.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY 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 18.

BEYOND DIVORCE & RELATIONSHIP ENDINGS Ronnie Kaufman Certified and Credentialed Coach 520-829-0225 RonnieK@DesertRanch.com DesertRanch.com

A most difficult life event that represents a deep heartfelt loss that turns into painful shattered dreams. Since 2005 Ronnie has facilitated 100’s of individuals through Divorce and Relationship Endings process. His educational programs offer a unique and transformational approach in a safe environment.

HEALTHY COUPLES

Bill White, M.A., Love Coach 520-319-9132 • TheHealthyCouple.com

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.

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.

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DENTISTRY MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL

Dr. Steven A. Swidler DDS & Dr. Kenneth C. Glass DDS 4650 W. Jojoba Dr., 85745 520-743-7101 • MedicineWheelDental.com Medicine Wheel Dental is Tucson’s Premier holistic integrative dental practice. Utilizing a balanced mix of traditional dentistry with exclusive naturopathic, holistic and alternative modalities, Medicine Wheel Dental provides the highest level of personalized dental care. “With awareness we can make a choice.” See ad on back cover.

DIAPER SERVICE SUN SPROUT

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

ENERGY WORK A TIME OF HEALING

Felice Di Anna Broadway & Craycroft 520-743-8400 Felice@ATimeOfHealing.com Felice DiAnna at A Time Of Healing gives energy healing sessions using the modalities of Reiki, Reflexology and Intuitive Life Coaching. Some benefits of this work are helping reduce pain and stress, improve sleep, and boost the immune system bringing balance and alignment to body, mind and spirit and so enhancing the quality of life at all levels. See ad page 28.

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!

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.

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.

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

Claire’s Cafe & Art Gallery serves home cooked breakfasts and lunches daily from 7am-3pm. Vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs are easily accommodated. The gallery includes original art work, jewelry, leather goods and greeting cards. See ad page 9.

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

Do you have celiac disease or suffer from gluten intolerance? Visit Tucson’s only completely gluten free bakery/bistro where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or freshly baked treats in a relaxed and friendly environment without worrying about cross contamination. Now serving dinner on Friday and Saturday See ad on page 35.

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

HEALTHFOOD STORES DESERT WELLNESS NUTRITION 125 W. Calle De Las Tiendas, #103A Green Valley, 85614 520-625-3665 • Desertwn.com

Desert Wellness is a local health food store that’s dedicated to helping the community access high quality health/nutrition products. The store’s owner, Christina Roberts, is a Nutritionist and Certified Holistic Health Coach and qualified to guide customers to healthier lifestyles.

HEALTH SCREENING PROACTIVE HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC

Lynda Witt ACCT Certified Thermographer 520-235-7036 ProactiveHealthSolutions.org Screening thermography has the opportunity to detect changes at any stage in the development of breast cancer from the first year through to when a tumor is dense enough to be seen with mammography. This early detection of change can lead to earlier diagnosis and better treatment options as well as the opportunity for patients and their healthcare practitioners to intervene at an early stage with preventive treatment. See ad page 39.

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 37.

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 33.

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 30.

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.

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MARY BETH ACKERLEY MD, MD(H)

PAST LIFE REGRESSION

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 11.

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 39.

Board Certified Psychiatrist Homeopathic Physician 520-299-5694 MaryMD@mypassion4health.com MyPassion4Health.com

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 16.

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 20.

Tina Kelly, RN, CHt 4737 N. 1st Ave., 85718 520-225-0307 TucsonPastLifeRegression.com TinaKellyRN.com

MENTAL HEALTH DR STEPHEN STREITFELD

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?

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A Unique Gift Shop Marana Market Pl., Ste. 120 S.E. Corner Thornydale & Orange Grove 520-744-4402 • SpiritsChild.com

Your resource for one-of-akind gifts including crystals, jewelry, candles, music, books and spiritual tools for practitioners and students alike. See the calendar section for personal and spiritual development classes, workshops and book signings. Truly a spiritual oasis awaiting your exploration. New location.

MUSIC MUSIC FOR HEALTH AND WHOLENESS

MindSource Centre 7345 E. Tanque Verde Rd., 85715 520-296-7766 • 520-296-2301 mindsourcecentre.com facebook.com/mindsourcecentre

Suzanne Grosvenor, Intuitive Music Therapist, Life Coach, Music Teacher NW Tucson 520-229-6282 SuzanneGrosvenor.com

Break free from the chains of de-pression. Transcranial Magnetic Break free from the chains of depression. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy can help. FDA approved. TMS is not medication and sessions are done right in the office. Check out the MindSourceCentre.com to learn more about TMS or call to set up a TMS consultation. Free monthly TMS Education Day, see calendar. See ad on page 41.

Suzanne utilizes a gift for hearing music from people she meets along with a rich background of music skills and lifelong training. MHW Sound Portraits support transformed awareness, renewal and enrichment of the spirit, mind, body, and provide information about your life purpose. See ad page 13.

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

HYPNOTHERAPY ALAS (AWAKENING LOVE ACTION SUCCESS)

SPIRITSCHILD

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).

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

Dr. Saber is a Primary Care Naturopathic Physician who specializes in Endocrinology and Functional Medicine. Using science-based information as well as your personal symptoms we will together find the best way to your optimal health. See ad page 18.

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 JOURNEY TO WELLNESS Pam McMahon, Ph.D. 520-730-0236 LifeHealer.org

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 39.

PERSONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT TAO TIME

Dale Bruder 1505 N. Alamo Pl., 85712 520-331-1956 DaleBruder.com • TaoTime@dalebruder.com New moon seminars engaging spiritual alchemy in a Zen Taoist way. Shojo 72 days over 2 ½ lunar cycles in an I Ching mandala of 12 hexagrams. Be in a time of blossoming, realize something and manifest it. Register at dalebruder.com.

PHYSICAL THERAPY APPLIED PHYSICAL MEDICINE, 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 36.

PET SERVICES ANIMAL ALLY OF ARIZONA

Nancy McDonald Certified Canine Massage Therapist 520-591-2950 AnimalAllyAZ@gmail.com Is your pet recovering from injury or illness, or just getting on in years? Animal Ally can help. Using massage, Reiki, aromatherapy and communication, Nancy guides and assists you and your pet in achieving optimum health, naturally! $20 off first appointment. Call to schedule a session today! See ad page 30.

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.

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 14.

XANADU SALON AND SPA

4026 E Grant Rd., 85712 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm 520-319-1116 XanaduSalonAndspa.com Xanadu Salon and Spa, located between N Sycamore and N Walnut, offers head to toe beauty treatments and wellness services that include: Facials, Cellulite solutions, Hair care, Microdermbrasion and Spa packages. Victoria Gonzalez and her team of stylists and trained therapists are ready to serve you with all your beauty needs. See ad page 21.

SENIOR SERVICES ROSA’S CHANTE ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES Anthony Vaughn Diaz Owner/Administrator 2631 S. Blackmoon Dr., 85730 520-751-1998 RosasChanteTucson.com DiazAnthonyV66@gmail.com

Rosa’s Chante A/L/S provides provides consulting services to senior living related service businesses in Tucson and southern Arizona; as well as family and referral/placement services for seniors needing any and all levels of assisted living care. See ad page 12.

SHAMANIC HEALING JOURNEY TO WELLNESS Pam McMahon, Ph.D. 520-730-0236 LifeHealer.org

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.”

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.

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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 ads on pages 6, 15 19.

CHAPEL OF AWARENESS SPIRITUAL CHURCH

THE TEMPLE OF THE PRESENCE

Rev. Larry and Mary Ellen Swartz 3617 N Camino Blanco, 85718 520-577-3300 UnityTucson.com

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.

Ministry of love, inspiration, learning, wholeness and joy empowering all people to embrace their divine nature. Daycare ages 1-5. Beautiful low-cost weddings. Largest metaphysical bookstore in the Tucson valley. Sunday service at 10am, May 25 to August 31. See ad page 42.

THE TEMPLE OF UNIVERSALITY

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF PEACE

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.

Rev. Jim McCaw, Pastor 931 N. Fifth Ave ChapelOfAwarenessTucson.net

Sunday Service, 4-5pm. Healing, Meditation followed by a Talk and Angel Messages. Develop your own clairaudience, clairvoyance, power of thought, healing and other psychic skills. You will learn to communicate with and know your own benevolent spiritual guides, guardian angels and spirit healers. Stillness meditation, concentration and healing will be taught and practiced in all classes. Parking in back.

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.

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

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TAMARA SPIRITUAL CENTER Pastor Karen Bock & Assoc. Pastor Vita Balsino 3002 E. Ft. Lowell Rd. 520-325-0513 Info@TamaraFoundation.com TarmaraSpirtualCenter.com

Tamara Spiritual Center offers fellowship, exploration of spirituality, and a place to worship filled with the Love and Light of the Creator. Information regarding the wide variety of spiritual cultures throughout the world is offered, including but not limited to Spiritualism, New Thought, and Metaphysics. See ad page 40.

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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 14.

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