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memories of the Bea Johnson talk I attended in Charlotte about two years ago. I was so impressed with Bea and her family’s dedication to reducing their carbon footprint in a major way and their ingenuity in doing so. They tore strings of fabric from a swatch of silk for dental floss; her sons packed school lunch in a Japanese furoshiki; their garage had nothing in it; their kitchen countertops were clear of all clutter. Bea only owned one pair of shoes.

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first time by the Lotus Living Arts Studio in Concord, participants can save $200 off (shared accommodations only) full price of $1,995 by booking before October 1 for the transformative six-night adventure. With the stunning paradise of Koh Samui, Thailand, as the backdrop, Vicky Geros and other Lotus teachers will guide attendees through twice daily yoga classes including vinyasa and deep stretch, meditation, ecstatic/free-form movement, and much more. There will also be time to explore Koh Samui, relax at the retreat center, dive into the sapphire ocean, rest on the white sand beaches, and explore the endless wonders of Thailand. Cost for shared accommodations before October 1: $1,795, after October 1: $1,995; cost for single accommodations: $2,395. For more information or to make reservations, visit TrueNatureTravels.com/retreats/yoga-thailand-vicky. Lotus Living Arts Studio, 30 Union St. S., Concord, 980-349-6614. LotusLivingArtsStudio.com.

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day mornings,” says Reverend Jim Fuller of Unity Spiritual Center of Charlotte, “and then join us at 5:30 p.m. for our new evening service. We see this as a great way to connect with people who want their Sunday mornings for rest or family but still want to be part of a spiritual community.” Along with replacing the morning service, the center will offer free Sunday evening programs at 7 p.m., including introductions to Metaphysics and Unity (Sept. 9) and A Course in Miracles (Sept. 16). Reverends Jim and Kay Fuller graduated from All Faiths Seminary International of New York which was founded by a rabbi, a swami, and two ministers—stepping beyond the boundaries that typically divide faith traditions—and describe themselves as spiritual, but not religious as the center captures this mix of religions and traditions. Rev. Jim, a non-denominational Unity minister, is a long-time student of A Course in Miracles and Eastern teachings and practices. Unity Spiritual Center of Charlotte started two years ago in the Fuller’s living room with meditation and study groups and then at several other locations until finding its present home in the Milford Chapel at Park Road Baptist Church. The church also houses Mecklenburg Ministries, Charlotte’s interfaith organization, and other spiritual and service organizations. For the past year, the center has offered a Sunday morning service, Monday evening Course in Miracles study group and Tuesday evening meditation. Future programs will use prayer and meditation to promote healing and well-being (Unity was founded around the practice of healing prayer) and utilizing spiritual practices to improve all aspects of life. Location: 3900 Park Rd. For more information, call 704-619-9029 or visit UnitySpiritualCenterOfCharlotte.org. See ad, page 34.

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Rev. Nagy Presents Golden Quest Mystery School

ollowing in the footsteps of her teachers and mentors, Reverend Rebecca Nagy, Spiritual Leader of the Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte, is realizing her dream of starting the Golden Quest Mystery School. A special introductory workshop on the Mystery School Tradition and The Science of Meditation will be held at the Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte on Sunday, September 30 from 1-4 pm. The workshop is geared towards esoteric training for the advanced spiritual seeker who is ready to establish a clearer connection with their soul and its purpose. The Golden Quest’s curriculum, encompassing the spiritual ideology of the wisdom teachings that can be traced back to the mystery schools of ancient Egypt and Greece, includes the seven rays and initiations, the ascended masters, psychic self-defense, opening to higher/intuitive mind and the astrology of soul purpose, invocation, evocation and meditation, understanding the bardo, and The Kybalion. Interested students will be asked to submit an application and set up private interviews with Rev. Nagy to discuss personal goals, prior study and experience. Courses are planned to commence in February 2019. There will also be an ordination arm of the program, which can be completed in two years or less with prior experience. Believing that everyone can achieve self-mastery, and thus be a positive force for change in the world, Nagy is excited to be offering this new course of study for those that are ready to follow the path of the mystic.

he final regular Get Out and Try Something (GOAT) yoga classes of this year’s season at Wish We Had Acres, in Charlotte, will be held at 5 p.m. on September 16 and 30 with two additional dates in October. Laura Denyes, host of Goat Yoga on the Farm, is an emerging certified yoga instructor with 9th Sign Yoga and is now offering GOAT yoga for small groups as well as private sessions by appointment. Group classes can be ideally suited to celebrate birthdays, office parties or for other special events or occasions.

Workshop: $55. Location: 7300 Mallard Creek Rd., Charlotte. For more information or to register, email Rebecca.GoldenQuest@gmail.com or visit SLCOfCharlotte.org/mysteryschool.html. Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte. 704-661-4957. SLCOfCharlotte.org. See ad, page 23.

Location: 10715 Shopton Rd. W. For more information or to make a booking, email Laura at Info@WishWeHadAcres.com or visit WishWeHadAcres.com.

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Pure Channel Weekend at The Nook

o assist souls that may be crying, angry, unbalanced, miserable, irritated or stuck, and feeling rickety in body, mind and spirit, Pure Channel Tom Bishop and partner, Shirley Kerr, are returning to The Nook, in Davidson, from September 14 through 16. They promote healing through a process Shirley Kerr and Tom Bishop called Oneness Blessing that transfers energy causing neurobiological changes to the brain; this reduces the power of the ego and makes a strong connection with Spirit and the Soul, evoking the quickening that connects one to their soul journey, stimulating the Kundalini. As a pure channel, Bishop consults with the Akashic Records and The Record Guardians who are Masters, Avatars and Divine Spirits. As a Master in both Usui Reiki and Kundalini, Kerr balances the brain, the body and the Spirit, moving energies systemically. Activities will begin on September 14 with a Calling the Ancient Ones drum circle from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. ($10) Bring your drums and rattles. At 10 a.m. on Saturday, a one-hour introduction with Bishop and Kerr ($15) will prepare one for moving into the higher realms. Following the presentation, private appointments of organic energy healing and harmonizing with the Ancient Ones will begin and continue on Sunday. The cost of a session with Bishop or Kerr: $75; combined team session is $125. Location: 400 North Harbor Place Dr., Ste. C. For more information or to make reservations, call 704896-3111 or visit KentCookInstitute.com. See ad, page 7. September 2018

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magine feeling 100 percent confident that you can have the life of your dreams because you trust yourself and the universe, know that you deserve that life and love and accept yourself unconditionally. Natural Awakenings Puerto Rico and Jessica Daya invite you to the Self Love & Manifestation Retreat to be held on the magical island of Puerto Rico November 11 to November 18. Now is your time to dive deep into the center of your own heart to kick start huge manifesting momentum for the life of your dreams. Join us to claim your birthright of deep fulfillment, joy, establish healthy boundaries and honor yourself while enjoying the enchanting island of Puerto Rico. For information visit JessicaDaya.com or contact Waleska at 787-297-8818.

Ongoing Retreats to Help Heal Oneself and the Environment

eep yoga, initiation and ecology awareness are all being offered on Tuesdays at 6 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m. at the Dillsboro Inn Whitewater Resort and Moonschool Yoga, in Dillsboro, North Carolina. Guests can experience ecotourism and yoga classes with techniques to reactivate their right brain and neural pathways, environmental education, sacred practices for being in the body and staying in body, learning how we are hardwired to nature, elementals and ecosystems, and ceremonies to help heal the Earth. They are offering Watercourse Yoga on a Whitewater River, a combination of classical Raja and Watercourse Yin yoga, Tuesdays through Thursdays, for two nights, four classes plus optional meditations. Also, holiday retreats, a New Moon Initiation (death and rebirth) Retreat will be held on November 7, on the Winter Solstice December 21, which also coincides with a Full Moon event the next night. Along with yoga and ceremonies, there’ll be meditations, hot tubs, campfires and much more. The Dillsboro Inn is dog friendly. Various packages including $75/person per day double or shared accommodation for Watercourse Yoga editions. Location: 146 N. River Rd., Dillsboro. For more information or to register, call 828-586-3898 or 828-507-3113, email tjw@dnet.net or visit DillsboroInn.com and MoonSchoolYoga.com.

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s part of a global day of action, the Charlotte Rise for Climate BBQ will be held from noon to 2 p.m. on September 8 at 6511 Windyrush Rd. in Charlotte, N.C.. Hosted locally by Christian Cano of Rise for Climate, it will be one of thousands of rallies taking place worldwide to demand that local leaders commit to building a fossilfree world and totally renewable energy that works for all of us. “Together, we can make governments, institutions and corporations divest from fossil fuel,” says Bill McKibben, a longtime environmental advocate and founding fellow of the Sanders Institute, of Burlington, Vermont, which supports the program. “Together, we can elect candidates who vow to keep carbon in the ground. Together, we can use our collective voice to move our local communities, states and nation to 100 percent renewable energy.” The Action Network is an open platform that empowers individuals and groups to organize for progressive causes. Location: 6511 Windyrush Rd.. For more information, visit RiseForClimate.org or ActionNetwork.org.

Local Authors Present Information on UFO Incident

hlara International, in Mooresville, North Carolina, will host a presentation by local residents and authors, Scott and Suzanne Ramsey, from 1 to 3 p.m. on October 6. They will share their 30-plus-year journey of documenting one of New Mexico’s most astounding events—the crash of an Unidentified Flying Object near the town of Aztec which has been buried for more than 60 years. Unlike other cases, the Ramseys have been able to document the pre-incident sightings, the incident, physical evidence, witnesses, scientists who worked on the craft, the cover-up and the changes that have occurred due to this incident that affect our lives. They published a successful book about this event in 2012. Scott Ramsey, widely regarded as the foremost researcher into the Aztec incident, has researched it since 1987, discovering archives and pursuing interviews nationwide. His entire career has been in the electrical industry, specializing in magnetic fields and electrical wire; he has worked for Fortune 500 companies and currently is vice president of sales and marketing for Express Wire Services in Charlotte. He is married to Suzanne Ramsey, whom he met in the Four Corners Area of New Mexico while doing research. They reside on their North Carolina farm, practicing permaculture and sustainable farming. Cost: $10. Location: 155 Joe Knox Ave. For more information, call 704-662-0946 or visit AhlaraInternational.com. See ad, page 24.

Transpersonal Hypnotherapy Certification Classes in Kure Beach

inda Thunberg, master’s certified transpersonal hypnotherapist (MHt) of Transpersonal Power, in Wilmington, and president and owner of the National Association for Transpersonal Hypnotherapists (NATH), is offering an entry-level certified transpersonal hypnotherapist (CHt) course September 19 to 23 and an MHt course, September 25 to 29 at a beach house in Kure Beach, North Carolina. NATH, the largest transpersonal hypnotherapy membership organization in the U.S. since 1989, provides quality accelerated training programs to earn an outstanding reputation for certifying and registering professionals. Transpersonal hypnotherapy is an orientation toward hypnotherapy that’s shared by a growing number of holistically oriented practitioners that’re ready to take the concept of holism to the next logical step. There’s an emphasis on the innate spiritual resources within the individuals plus the assumption that the guidance of a higher power will prevail within the therapeutic relationship for the client’s highest good. The CHt course, rated at 100 hours (approximately 40 hours in class and 60 hours outside study), teaches beginning, intermediate and advanced hypnotherapy skills with lectures, demonstrations, experiential exercises and independent studies. Graduating students receive NATH certification in becoming a CHt and a one-year NATH membership. The MHt course is rated at 150 hours and teaches in-depth regression and therapeutic models to further assist clients in selfhealing. Intensive experiential sessions make it unique among regression courses. Certification is included with completion. Costs: CHt -- $1,095 with $395 due at time of registering. MHt -- $1,195. $100 discount on both if paid in full 15 days before start of course. Lodging -- $50-$80/night. For more information or to register, call 855-772-0459 or visit NATH.world. See ad, page 5.

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Anthony and Wells to Hold Awaken Talks and Workshop by Martin Miron

ear-death experiencer, TV personality and author Peter Anthony will join radio show host, holistic healing facilitator, author and E-nergetic V-ibrational Peter Anthony E-xchange (E.V.E.) Consciousness evangelist Dr. Leslie Wells in several public talks and workshops this month to bring a powerful message and possibly a life-changing experience for participants. Awaken presentations will

be held from 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. on September 26 at Ahlara International in Mooresville, and 7 to 9 p.m. on September 27 at The Bag Lady in Charlotte, followed by a oneLeslie Wells and-a-half-day experiential workshop from 6 to 9 p.m. on September 28 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on September 29 in Cornelius. The Friday night segment of the experiential workshop is also open to the public.

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Topics in the talks will include afterlife through the detailed sharing of Anthony of his extended near-death experience; how to find clarity of your authentic purpose in life and how to make a difference in the world; and the destiny of learning of the new era of human consciousness evolution and stepping into your role as soul in this stage of E.V.E. Consciousness, a third stage of human progression; and how to both navigate its challenges and align to receive its gifts. Workshop participants will learn how to find peace daily; identify your own authentic purpose in life; realizing hope; growing where you are planted; creating your own current reality via cause and effect; how to write a Heavenly Cosmic Order and manifest true abundance; and upgrading and maintaining your subconscious thoughts. Anthony, the author of The Key Master and The Accidental Prophet, has appeared on many TV shows including Sightings, The Leeza Gibbons Show, Borderline, Coast to Coast, The Jesse Dylan Show, Beyond Belief, Fact or Fiction and Celebrity Séance, among others. Anthony’s near-death story went viral this year. His unparalleled account reveals how colitis gone tragically awry resulted in a journey to the realm of the afterlife. A forever-changed Anthony returned to this life on a mission to awaken in us a new understanding of our purpose and contribution in the face of a modern conflicted world. He now joins Charlotte’s own Wells, founder of E.V.E. Consciousness, to awaken us to the power of our thoughts, and our destined role as intentional creators, fulfilling ancient Biblical prophecy. “I had to die on an operating table in order to learn how to live again,” says Anthony. “Our new life affords a new path, which allows new people to enter the threshold of our new lives.” Cost: $22/talks and Friday night segment of Cornelius workshop; $180 full one-anda-half-day workshop. 15 percent discount if register by September 18. For location details, to make reservations (required) or more information, call 980-202-1055 or visit AwakenWorkshopCharlotte.com. See ad, page 2.

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Release is an intensive, hands-on technique for the whole body, performed by licensed physical therapists that have been highly trained by the developer, John F. Barnes, PT. The fascia comprises a three-dimensional connective tissue web that surrounds every structure of the body, including bone, muscle, nerves, blood, vessels, and organs all the way down to the cellular level. When an individual experiences physical trauma, inflammatory processes or scarring, the fascia can become restricted and begin to pull throughout the body, causing pain, altered posture, excessive joint compression, decreased range of motion, decreased muscle efficiency and many other symptoms. When the cause of these symptoms, myofascial restriction, is left untreated, it often progresses to the point of creating chronic pain syndrome. In some patients, blood vessels and nerve roots become involved, which creates entrapment syndromes and ischemic (blood restriction to the heart) conditions. When the fascial system becomes tight or hard in one area, it can create “drag” in other areas of the body. This drag does not show up on standard diagnostic tests such as MRI, so myofascial restrictions can easily remain undiagnosed. Conventional treatment methods do not affect the myofascial system and, at best, produce temporary symptomatic changes. Myofascial Release is designed to treat the cause of pain and mobility problems, eliminating symptoms and making permanent, structural changes that enable the patient to follow a journey of healing and returning to a pain-free life.

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Spanking—defined as using physical force to control a child’s behavior by inflicting pain, but not injury—can have profound effects on a child later in life, say University of Michigan researchers. Surveying records of 8,300 people that visited outpatient clinics for routine health problems, they found that the 55 percent of those that reported being spanked as children had higher incidences of depression, suicide attempts, drinking and drug use. The finding is in line with previous studies showing that childhood trauma, abuse and neglect can have long-term health effects.

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Animals Gain Some Protection in New Budget

The Humane Society Legislative Fund, the government affairs affiliate of the Humane Society of the U.S., worked with animal protection champions in both chambers and with other stakeholders to secure success on several fronts in the 2018 federal budget. Victories include preventing the slaughter of wild horses and burros, preserving protections for carnivores on National Park Service lands in Alaska, preserving Endangered Species Act protections for Great Lakes wolves and urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restore inspection reports and enforcement records for horse shows, puppy mills, roadside zoos, laboratories and other facilities that were purged from the agency’s website in early 2017. The budget also adds another $2 million for USDA enforcement of the Animal Welfare Act and $5 million to train and provide therapeutic service dogs for veterans and soldiers. It holds the line against cuts on many other vital fronts affecting animals, such as the Marine Mammal Commission and development of alternatives to live animal testing. Harmful provisions still reflected in the budget include exempting concentrated animal-feeding operations from reporting toxic air emissions and maintaining a prohibition on the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate toxic lead content in ammunition and fishing tackle that poison and kill wildlife.

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Animal Safety Measures Delay Tree Cutting

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has denied a request by Dominion Energy, the lead builder of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline, for more time to cut trees along the route. The company had to stop cutting by the end of March in order to protect migratory birds and endangered bats in the path of the project, planned to run from West Virginia to terminals in Virginia and North Carolina. Opposing the controversial natural gas pipeline from the Appalachian Mountains to the Atlantic coast, Jamshid Bakhtiari, Virginia field coordinator for the Chesapeake Climate Action Network, says the FERC decision will delay, but not stop the project. Yet he states, “It’s a good thing. We should shoot to have more things like this happen in terms of delaying the pipeline. But it’s not a final nail, by any means, in the coffin.” The pipeline is one of two conduits up to 42 inches in diameter for transporting fracked gas that developers want to build through the central Appalachians. It’s across terrain that critics say is both scenic and poorly suited to heavy infrastructure. Bakhtiari’s group is part of a broad coalition of organizations, including the Sierra Club, that has mobilized to stop the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. The denial means tree clearing has to halt at least until September, and at some points on the route, until November.

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Migratory Birds Threatened by Rule Change

A coalition of national environmental groups led by the National Audubon Society filed a lawsuit in May against the U.S. Department of the Interior challenging the federal administration’s move last December to eliminate longstanding protections for waterfowl, raptors and songbirds under the 100-year-old Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). The intent is to weaken enforcement on businesses, municipalities and individuals to prevent “incidental” deaths of birds, which would lessen requirements for their protection from electrical power lines, towers, buildings and other hazards. The risk of liability under the MBTA has provided incentives for the oil and gas industry, wind energy development companies and power transmission line operators to work with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to minimize bird deaths. The new policy eliminates these incentives to reduce and mitigate foreseeable impacts of operations on migratory birds. “One of the first conservation laws, the MBTA sparked 100 years of conservation leadership in this country,” says Sarah Greenberger, Audubon’s senior vice president of conservation policy. “It defies all facts for the Department of the Interior to suggest that this law is somehow broken when we have a century of evidence that says otherwise.”

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WHY OUR BODY LOVES YOGA

Gentle Poses Foster Flexibility

by Marlaina Donato

lthough media coverage of yoga often highlights advanced yoga poses, the practice is not reserved solely for super-flexible folks. Benefits are available to everyone of any age or physical type. “Many people assume that yoga requires the ability to be a contortionist. Yoga is an internal process and can meet us wherever we are,” says yoga therapist Kimberly Carson, of Mindful Yoga Works, in Portland, Oregon. Springing from the theory that half of our capacity to become more flexible lies less in the muscles than in the nervous system, this calming practice helps the body release tension and achieve a suppler state.

Why it Works Yoga poses don’t need to be intense to have a significant effect. Gentle, regular practice can improve range of motion, increase muscle strength and promote circulation of the synovial fluid surrounding joints that supplies oxygen and nutrients to cartilage. “Basic yoga is just as beneficial as more advanced ideas of yoga, especially in terms of body awareness,” says Piper Abbott, an integrative yoga therapist and teacher who

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owns Burlington Yoga, in Burlington, Vermont. “Where our attention goes, energy flows. When we’re holding a posture and directing this focused awareness into the sensation of a stretch, we’re learning to read our body.” Agility is usually associated with muscles and joints, but underlying flexibility goes deep to further enhance wellness. Stiff muscles often go hand-inhand with stiff arteries, for example, but appropriate exercise can have a positive effect there, too. According to studies by physical therapist Miriam Cortez-Cooper, Ph.D., and her colleagues during her tenure at the University of Texas at Austin, stretching exercises performed for 11 weeks improved flexibility of the carotid artery—the main vessel that transports blood to the brain—by 23 percent. Such an increase did not result from aerobic exercise or strength training.

Every Body Can Benefit “Yoga is truly for any and every body. Flexibility or a lack thereof can be found in anatomies of any shape. Many options

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for poses exist to help you find the version that works best for you. Yoga props such as blocks and straps can provide support to encourage experimenting while ensuring a safe approach,” says Anna Guest-Jelley, CEO of Curvy Yoga, in Portland, Oregon. She loves sharing the value of yoga with people of all sizes. “What’s important is working wherever you are within your current range of motion, so your body can open to new movements appropriately.” Maintaining a regular practice offers an opportunity for individuals living with chronic pain or undergoing cancer treatment to feel more at ease. “Even in cases of severe fibromyalgia, some movement is better than none, and can foster better sleep. Restorative sleep can help to heal microtears in muscles, which can be common. Non-goal-oriented yoga also offers layers of benefits for cancer patients, both supporting physical function, as well as offering a way to practice kindness towards the body/mind during tough times,” says Carson. For seniors, yoga is an excellent way to foster better flexibility, even in the presence of osteoarthritis. Studies conducted by Dr. Sharon Kolasinski, of the University of Pennsylvania, found that Iyengar yoga reduced joint stiffness and pain reduction during an eight-week period in people with knee osteoarthritis. Chair yoga, though popular with seniors, can introduce unnecessary risk if not tailored appropriately for those with osteoporosis, Carson cautions. “It’s important for older adults to find classes taught by appropriately trained instructors. Inappropriate chair sitting itself can compromise bone health, so teachers trained in spinal health and planes of action are recommended.” No matter the level of an individual’s agility, improved flexibility is a boon, especially when it goes beyond the physical to embrace mental and spiritual aspects. Abbott remarks, “Yoga has taught me not only how to move and relate to my body, but how to gracefully adjust to change and the challenges of life.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer and authors books related to the fields of alternative health and spirituality. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

For nearly every challenging moment in life, there’s a yoga pose to help you feel better. ~Mandy Ingber

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Okra Yoga Named “one of the 20 best yoga studios in the world you’ve never heard of ” by Yoganonymous, Okra is nestled on Commonwealth in the heart of the Plaza Midwood community. We offer classes and workshops for all levels of yogis from beginners to the most dedicated Ashtanga practitioners. Okra’s stated purpose is to be an inspiration, a supporter, and a champion of physical, mental, and spiritual health. Okra is committed to helping all in our community live life more passionately, joyfully, and abundantly. Location: 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. For more information, call 704-266-1443 or visit OkraCharlotte.com.

Meditation Practice at Kent-Cook Institute at The Nook Meditation is multifaceted and at Kent-Cook Institute at The Nook we practice many forms. Meditation in Silence: A Personal Journey; Shamanic Automatic Writing (working directly with spirit); Guided Soul Meditation (working with source and angels); Breathe In Stillness (working directly with the breath and sound using Tibetan Chiming Bowls); A Guided Meditation to the Higher Planes (allowing for experiential time); and, Buddhist Techniques (such as chanting, walking and singing). Whether you are a beginner or advanced meditation practitioner, we have a meditation practice for you. Location: 400 N. Harbor Place Dr., Suite C, Davidson. For more information, call 704-8963111 or visit KentCookInstitute.com.

Wish We Had Acres Goat Yoga Have you had a chance to do mountain pose next to a goat? Join our social goats in the pasture and bring new meaning to your practice. They love yoga on the farm as much as we do. Wish We Had Acres is a small farmstead located in the Steele Creek area. As the host of Goat Yoga on the farm, Laura is an emerging certified yoga instructor with 9th Sign Yoga and is now offering small group sessions. Book your private goat yoga session on the farm today. Location: 10715 Shopton Rd. W., Charlotte. For more information, email Info@WishWeHadAcres.com or visit WishWeHadAcres.com. 18

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Deep Ecology and Yoga at Dillsboro Inn Nature networking camp for the Digital Age * Sacred practices with deep ecology with Sophia Mythology * Weekdays; TuesdaysFriday and select weekends on the Moons * Be our guest, learn to be and stay in body * Antidotes for dis-association in the Cyber Age * Yoga techniques for emotional cleansing and intuition * 2 and 3 day yoga classes and ecotourism for letting go and rebirth * ‘ Indigenous Wisdom and the Codes of Nature ‘ * $75 per person per day double or shared accommodation * Dog-friendly Inn. Location: Where the Blue Ridge meets the Smoky Mountains - 146 N. River Rd., Dillsboro, NC. For more information, call 828-586-3898 or visit DillsboroInn.com.

Total Being Yoga New, fast-growing yoga studio in Mint Hill area since 2017. Dedicated to cultivating peace, both in ourselves and in our daily lives, as well as nurturing health and happiness, community and compassion. Over 30 classes weekly and open daily. For all levels with a variety of yoga styles including Vinyasa, Essentials for Beginners, Silver Sneakers, Deep Stretch, Gentle Hatha, Yin Restorative, Long Slow Deep, Power classes along with monthly workshops to help further your practice. Our goal is to make yoga accessible for everyone. Location: 7427 Matthews Mint Hill Rd., Ste. 206, Mint Hill. For more information, visit TotalBeingYoga.com or call 980-239-0366.

Medical Therapeutic Yoga (MTY) by Roper Physical Therapy MTY was developed for patients with acute and chronic pain who fared better when yoga was used as the primary means for delivering rehabilitation. MTY offers a model for fitness and rehabilitation that helps you maintain health in a simpler and more holistic way. Roper physical therapists have 1500+ training hours under Ginger Garner MPT, PYT, and founder. We offer private, one-on-one sessions and small classes with hands-on MFR assistance. Proper alignment and yoga for every body is our focus. Beginners are welcome. Location: 301 E. Tremont Ave, Suite B, Charlotte. For more information, call 980-298-6706 or visit RoperPT.com.

Lotus Living Arts Studio Collective of teachers and healers committed to helping our community live healthier and mindfully. Wide variety of yoga styles, classes and therapeutic services: yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, massage therapy, energy healing, workshops and events. Our philosophy is yoga and holistic healing should be affordable and accessible to all. Over 30 classes a week, seven days a week. Available to rent as venue space for meetings, events or special occasions. New downtown historic Concord location. Classes start at $10. Class packages and community donation classes available. Location: 30 Union St. South, Concord. For more information, call 980-849-6614 or visit LotusLivingArtsStudio.com.

The Yoga Oasis Experience boutique style yoga in a peaceful, serene setting inside Elemental Healing Charlotte. Small class sizes with big benefits. Experience yoga classes in a non-competitive environment for all levels. Offering Yin Yoga for the joints, Yin/Stillness & Yang/ Movement, Harmony & Balance (Hatha Yoga with deep stretch) and Traditional Hatha Yoga. Simple, yet powerful stretches that are accessible to everyone. Professional instruction with certified yoga instructors. Personal attention with emphasis on appropriate movement for your body, options given for injuries. Private instruction available. Location: 5200 Park Rd., Suite 200-C, Charlotte. For more information,visit TheYogaOasis.com.

On Track Yoga Boutique yoga studio and lounge located in the heart of downtown Mount Holly, NC. Dedicated to helping you live a life of intention, joy, service and to practice with integrity and confidence. We do this with slow, steady, mindful practices and workshop offerings. We offer Ayurveda classes, Playshops that link art and movement, and a Beyond Asana series that focuses on yogic mind, body and spirit practices for personal transformation and a deeply connected life. All levels welcome. Join us today for a class and/or workshop. Location: 127 S. Main St., 2nd Floor, Mt. Holly, NC. For more information, call 704-951-7107, email Info@OnTrackYoga.com or visit OnTrackYoga.com.

Yogi Times Top 10 Styles Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Bikram and Hot, Hatha, Kundalini, Iyengar, Tantra, Ayurveda, Yin, Restorative

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Identification Helps

The term “arthritis” can conjure images of aging cartilage worn thin by years of overuse. Yet this common type, known as osteoarthritis, is just one of many joint pain culprits. Rheumatoid arthritis, which manifests in swelling and pain in the hands, wrists, feet or toes, arises when the body’s immune system attacks

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hirty-seven percent of American adults 18 and older suffer from arthritis—a catch-all term for a dozen varieties of joint disease—according to the nonprofit Arthritis Foundation. One in two men and two in three women 65 or older may have it, estimates a recent Boston University study. Due to increasing obesity rates and autoimmune disorders, it’s also impacting 8 million Millennials, reports the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “I’m seeing higher rates, more severe cases and more of them in younger people. 20

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It’s an epidemic no one is talking about,” says Dr. Susan Blum, a Rye Brook, New York, physician and author of Healing Arthritis: Your 3-Step Guide to Conquering Arthritis Naturally. About 65 percent of patients try to treat joint pain with daily anti-inflammatory drugs that can damage the stomach and kidneys. Many work and exercise less due to pain, making arthritis the leading cause of disability. More than 1 million undergo expensive, risky surgeries annually, with hip and knee replacements performed twice as often now as in 2000.

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itself, destroying tissue around the joints. Spondyloarthritis inflames the spine and sometimes the eyes and gut. Infections like Lyme disease, parvovirus and hepatitis B can also ignite arthritic joint pain. Inflammation may exacerbate them all, so an anti-inflammatory program can typically provide relief, says Blum. Serious forms might require more aggressive treatments; a visit with an integrative clinician is an important first step.

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About one-third of obese people have arthritis, and research shows that with every pound lost, joint pain diminishes— the lighter the load, the less the pressure on joints. A Wake Forest University study of knee osteoarthritis patients showed that with each 10 pounds lost, 40 pounds of pressure is lifted from the knee.

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Although conventional medicine maintains that drugs, surgery and reduced activity are inevitable, a new generation of clinicians disagree. They’ve seen how by losing weight, fighting inflammation with wholesome food and supplements, exercising smart and exploring science-backed integrative therapies, patients can manage the root causes of joint pain and find relief. “We have many tools at our disposal to halt or slow the progression of arthritis so most people never have to have surgery,” says Doctor of Naturopathy Casey Seenauth, a staff physician at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine Pain Relief Center, in Tempe, Arizona.

“But it’s not simply about the load on the joints,” says Blum. Fat cells release compounds called inflammatory cytokines, which can boost inflammation and pain. And new research from the University of Rochester, in New York, suggests that obesity may also impair the gut microbiome (beneficial bacteria lining the gastrointestinal tract), further exacerbating arthritis. “There is no doubt that the gut bacteria are involved in the onset and perpetuation of inflammation and pain in arthritis,” says Blum. When researchers fed mice the equivalent of a “cheeseburger and milkshake” diet for 12 weeks, doubling their body fat, they found more pro-inflammatory bacteria in their colon, more cartilage deterioration than in lean mice and more inflammation in their knees.

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Healing the Gut Heals Joints

Blum explains that dysbiosis, an overgrowth of harmful bacteria in the intestinal tract, can damage its fragile lining, allowing bits of bacteria to enter the bloodstream and ignite an autoimmune response. Dysbiosis can be kick-started by antibiotics, drugs like proton pump inhibitors, bad diet or stress, says Blum, who battled autoimmune arthritis after her son had a traumatic accident. For curbing arthritis through the gut microbiome, the science is young. A few small human studies conducted in China and Finland suggest that ingesting specific strains of Lactobacillus (including casei, acidophilus, reuteri and rhamnosus) and Bifidobacterium (bifidum and infantis) may decrease inflammation and pain associated with arthritis. In the University of Rochester study, overweight mice fed prebiotics (indigestible fibers that good bacteria feed on) had less arthritis progression. Blum recommends taking antimicrobial herbs like oregano oil to heal a gut overgrown with bad bacteria and a highquality probiotic supplement to replenish good bacteria. She also suggests ditching processed food and products with refined sugar, along with known allergens like gluten, soy and dairy, which can spawn inflammation. Avoid nightshade vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes and peppers,

which anecdotally have been suggested to aggravate joint pain. Overall, strive for a plant-based diet high in fiber, colorful, antioxidant-rich vegetables and “good” fats. One recent Michigan State University study found that when osteoarthritis patients switched to a plant-based diet for six weeks, they experienced less pain than those in the meat-eating control group.

Exercise Smart

When joint pain begins to flare up, a carefully chosen workout may be exactly what’s needed for relief. A.J. Gregg, a chiropractor in Flagstaff, Arizona, says, “There is an element of ‘use-it-or-lose it’.” The proper

exercise depends partly on which joints are affected. He notes that properly executed strength training exercises like lifting weights can stabilize muscles around joints, easing strain and preventing arthritis from accelerating. Low-impact aerobic exercises like cycling or swimming can fuel the production and flushing of fluids through the joints without overloading them. Tai chi can improve range of motion. Even running, long falsely maligned as a precursor to arthritis, can help prompt cartilage cells to divide and replenish faster, research suggests. A study of 75,000 runners by researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, in California, found that they

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Curcumin: Derived from turmeric (Curcuma longa), this bright yellow culinary spice has been used as an anti-inflammatory agent in Asia for centuries. Today, it’s used as an alternative to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), which can wreak havoc on the stomach and kidneys if taken long term, according to Naturopath Casey Seenauth. One industry-sponsored review concluded that 1,000 milligrams (mg) per day of curcumin can rival a NSAID like Advil for relief of pain and inflammation. Collagen or gelatin: Integrative medicine practitioners have

long prescribed gelatin powder made from animal connective tissue to provide the nutrients required for joint regeneration. Supplement makers have developed arthritis-specific collagen supplements in which the gelatin is broken down for better absorption. A Chinese study of 500 rheumatoid arthritis patients found that collagen derived from chicken cartilage improved symptoms of pain, stiffness and swelling in joints. Plant-based options are available.

Glucosamine: This classic tissue-building block has been shown in multiple studies to slow cartilage loss associated with osteoarthritis. Taken long enough, it can also ease pain, says Seenauth. “People often take it, don’t feel anything right away and quit. Give it time.” He recommends 2,000 mg per day for at least six to eight weeks. Fish oil: Omega-3 fatty acids like eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are established anti-inflammatories. A Korean University review of 10 trials involving nearly 400 rheumatoid arthritis patients found that those taking more than three grams per day of omega-3 fatty acid supplements reduced their reliance on NSAIDs and had less pain.

Probiotics: While their impact on pain reduction isn’t clearly known, many studies show that certain strains of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium can boost immune function, repair damaged gut lining and reduce system-aggravating inflammation, says Dr. Susan Blum. She recommends products containing a mixed blend of 20 billion to 30 billion colony-forming units (CFU) per capsule. September 2018

were less likely to develop osteoarthritis of the knee than less active people. A subsequent paper by University of Illinois researchers found that while each running step levels more force on joints than a walking step, the foot hits the ground less often, so when it comes to wear and tear, it approximates the effect of walking. “Running doesn’t set people up for earlier development of osteoarthritis, and can in fact be protective,” says Gregg, stressing that proper form, a soft running surface and moderation are all important.

later, while the placebo group worsened. In prolotherapy, doctors inject natural substances like dextrose and saline into the joint two to three times for six to eight weeks to promote production of collagen and other tissue-regenerating compounds. “Rather than inject a steroid, which provides a short-term fix by suppressing the immune response, we inject a concentrated solution that ignites the body’s natural healing response,” says Seenauth.

Regenerative Injections

Natural joint pain remedies also encompass acupuncture and meditation. In the UK, a University of York meta-review of 114 studies exploring 22 integrative or complementary therapies for arthritis, including strength and aerobic exercise training, found acupuncture to have the most studies completed and the most promising results. “Acupuncture can be considered as one of the more effective physical treatments for alleviating osteoarthritis knee pain in the short term,” concluded the authors. University of Auckland researchers, in New Zealand, recruited 42 rheuma-

For more advanced cases of osteoarthritis, Seenauth recommends regenerative injections such as prolotherapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. For PRP, doctors draw some of the patient’s blood and spin it down with a centrifuge to isolate platelets loaded with growth-promoting compounds. Then, they inject the platelets into the joint. A study of 78 patients with knee osteoarthritis published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine found that those receiving one or two PRP injections had significantly less pain and better function six months

A Mind-Body Approach

toid arthritis patients and assigned half to a program of mindfulness-based stress reduction, described by researchers as “the cultivation of nonjudgmental attention to unwanted thoughts, feelings and bodily experiences via meditation.” While the meditation group saw no change in levels of inflammatory markers in the blood or the number of swollen joints, they did report significantly less morning stiffness, tenderness and pain. The patients, in essence, trained themselves to experience their symptoms differently. “Pain is not just about nerves detecting a noxious stimulant and sending the signal to your brain. The brain has a whole system for processing these signals, and is also informed by your experiences, emotions and cognition,” says Seenauth, who recommends mindfulness meditation to all of his patients. “With the right nutrition, therapies and state of mind,” he says, “you can significantly reduce the impact joint pain has on your life.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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LIFESTYLE

Ways to Make Far Less Trash

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n manufacturing, a zero waste policy means designing products so that all resources are used or reused. It’s a concept Bea Johnson, author of Zero Waste Home: The Ultimate Guide to Simplifying Your Life by Reducing Your Waste, embraced for her family a decade ago in Mill Valley, California. “My goal was to simplify our lives,” she says. “We found a zero waste lifestyle isn’t what we expected; it’s better. It’s good for the environment and for our family.” Johnson reports achieving 40 percent savings in annual household costs. “Voluntary simplicity has also changed our daily routines. Simple living focuses on experiences versus things, and we find we have more free time,” she says. “Our minimalist wardrobes now fit into carry-on bags for travel.”

A Doable Personal Goal “Don’t expect to reach zero. Go for zero-ish,” counsels Celia Ristow, a freelance writer who blogs at Litterless.com. In 2017, Ristow and two friends, Moira Kelley and Bailey Warren, started a grassroots group called Zero Waste Chicago to raise awareness and connect locals with needed resources to reduce trash. “We speak at grocery stores, community events, schools, colleges and to employees on their lunch hour. We love how responding readers send suggestions and outlets for reusing items,” says Ristow. Local efforts can take off when people find like-minded others through using hash tags like #zerowastechicago on Instagram, search for a local blogger or host a mini-meet-up in a grocery that sells in bulk or at a coffee shop that uses ceramic cups or no plastic stirrers.

Similar grassroots organizations are active in Colorado (EcoCycle. org/home) and Seattle (EcoCollectiveSeattle.com). “Zero waste seems difficult to imagine in the U.S. People think change is costly and time-consuming,” Johnson says. “My vocation is to shatter these misconceptions. Follow the 5 R’s: refuse what you don’t need, reduce what you need, reuse, recycle and rot. Refuse single-use plastics and junk mail, reduce the volume of clothing items and sports equipment, buy used, recycle the unwanted and compost (rot) food waste, lint, hair and floor sweepings. It’s not that complicated.” Due to her experience, Johnson can now store a year’s worth of waste in a pint-sized Mason jar. “Inside is deteriorated foam from headphones, a dental retainer, silicone caulk from the sink, fruit and veggie stickers, clothing labels, plastic mini-bumpers from cabinet corners I replaced with felt and a plastic-coated spike from the dishwasher,” she says. “I’m still amazed when people have a use for something I don’t want or need. Start by saying no to flyers, freebies, party favors, business cards, plastics, excessive packaging and junk mail. Accepting them creates more. Refusing such clutter is the first rule to a less wasteful lifestyle.” Kathryn Kellogg, the Vallejo, California, author of the Going Zero Waste blog and a content creator for Pela Case, a Canadian eco-friendly smartphone case maker, offers many zero waste swaps. “I use silicone cupcake liners instead of paper, bar soap in lieu of plastic-packaged body wash and make my own lip balm.” She also has alternatives for sponges, plastic wrap, cooking pans and toothbrushes. Consider her 31-day challenge at GoingZeroWaste.com/31-day-video-challenge. She notes, “Since I started working toward zero waste, I have more confidence, am able to speak up about less waste and am mindful when I shop.”

A World View In May, Johnson toured 16 countries in 17 days giving presentations. “Surprisingly, we often had to open another room because interest was higher than expected. In Russia, they broadcasted my talk to 17 cities,” she says. Johnson learned that many countries have no waste collection or recycling programs. Plastic bottles, bags and trash litter many landscapes. “Life in the United States is different. Here, we have bigger houses, need more and create more waste. Elsewhere, grocery shopping is done daily instead of weekly, produce is local, seasonal and sustainable instead of imported,” she observes. “In a way, it’s easier to go zero waste there because they’re using just what they need. Everyone deserves a place to live and life’s necessities. Past that comfort level, it’s excess.” Johnson sees rapid changes underway in consumer thinking and is hopeful looking forward. “I don’t want to tell others how to live. I just want to share our experiences. The United States’ example has a huge impact worldwide. Zero waste is the necessary lifestyle of the future, and it begins at home.” Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com. September 2018

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Can we counteract the additional carbon footprint of shipping seafood inland? Eat as local as possible, whenever possible. Typically, U.S. seafood is sustainable seafood. Choose freshwater fish. Seafood is the most perishable ingredient in the kitchen. It’s caught, cleaned, chilled and transported with a short expiration date. Chefs stay with the tried and true because it’s wasted if customers hesitate to order a dish. In a few years, we’ll be eating more seaweed. We are literally loving some species to death. Bluefin tuna will likely become extinct during our lifetime due to our love affair with sushi. We should all rotate the types of fish on our plate, beyond tuna, tilapia and salmon. Good choices include halibut, mahi mahi, Arctic char, black cod and rockfish. Refer to the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch app for where and how fish are caught, if it’s sustainable or to be avoided. Sustainable means it’s fished or farmed with minimal impact on ocean health and will more likely remain available for the future. Half the seafood consumed today is farmed, according to program researchers.

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n early promoter of sustainable fishing, celebrity chef Rick Moonen is the owner of both RM Seafood and Rx Boiler Room, in Las Vegas, and brand promoter for True North Seafood. His cookbook, Fish Without a Doubt: The Cook’s Essential Companion, features only seafood that hasn’t been overfished. He was named Chef of the Year in 2011 by the Monterey Bay Aquarium, which publishes an up-to-date Seafood Watch guide to sustainable species (SeafoodWatch.org). Moonen’s latest project is promoting non-BPA canned seafood to reduce waste, encourage everyone to eat lower on the food chain and give popular fish a chance to rebound.

Do healthy food trends start with chefs or customers asking for more nutritious dishes? Both. Chefs are inherently curious. When a new food is available, they’re challenged to see how it can be used. Customers spread the word via social media. Travel broadens our palate. Trying something new is supercool. Like the wreckfish, some species have unfortunate names. Smart marketing can persuade a consumer to try something unfamiliar. 26

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Consider canned fish in BPA-free containers to better diversify an ocean-sourced diet. There’s no waste because it doesn’t rely on seasonal availability, tastes good and is sustainable. With creative recipes and fun garnishes, simple food can be as much of an experience as fine dining.

How can we avoid trashing the ocean and polluting our seafood? People once thought the ocean was big enough to absorb anything dumped into it and it could replenish anything taken out. Toxic oil spills get publicity, but runoff from agricultural businesses is just as bad. The ocean can’t be used like a toilet. Be a steward of the environment and personalize the message through social media.

Is fish farming a good alternative for salmon and other species? Fish farming has many components. Mistakes were made as people learned best practices during the past 20 years. Early instant demand called for rapid growth, causing overcrowded conditions, stressed fish and the use of antibiotics and genetically modified ingredients in the fish food. Aquaculture shouldn’t be demonized anymore.

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It took a while, but the better companies made changes and continue to refine improvements. They deserve our support. Wild fish are being contaminated by debris and plastic in the water, so farming is a good alternative.

What gives you hope? Influencers are joining the choir of sustainability that I’ve preached for 30 years. Now I’m the Trojan Chef, sitting in on meetings with major suppliers and acting as spokesperson for True North. We need to remember a species doesn’t live alone. Fish produce feces. Mussels love the yucky muck and they’re a great way to clean the water. Symbiotic species work with nature, eliminating the need for manmade chemicals.

What can individuals do? When we’re grocery shopping or eating out, we’re voting with our dollars. Ask, “What kind of fish is this? Where was it caught and how? Is it farmed or wild?” Serving as informed voices not only secures answers, it makes people aware of necessary preferences. Sharing the message can be fun as anxiety melts over tasting the unfamiliar. Host a Chopped or Iron Chef-style competition at home or with a neighbor. When my youngest son was little, there were things he wouldn’t eat out of hand, so I had him help me in the kitchen. Once he was invested in meals, he tasted new dishes. Experimenting can be exciting. Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 31 ThetaHealing Basic DNA Retreat – Aug 31Sept 3. 4pm, Friday to 1pm, Monday. Through this transformative healing experience become a Certified ThetaHealing Basic DNA Practitioner empowering you to revolutionize your healing practice with clients and with yourself. $785 commuter; $1100 immersive retreat. Sacred Grove Retreat Center, 157020 Collie Rd, Gold Hill. 304840-2500. Julie@NewParadigmLifeCoach.com. TinaMarieolsen.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 The Way of the Shaman – Sept 1-2. 9am-5:30pm. Learn Core Shamanism, the universal and nearuniversal basic methods used by shamans to enter nonordinary reality for problem solving and healing. Call for pricing. Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Community/Movement Room #1, Charlotte. 919-4233623. MarciaHebrank@yahoo.com. Shamanism.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Prenatal Yoga – 5:45-6:45pm. Join Julie and other Moms-to-be each Wednesday for a yoga flow specially designed for pregnant women. $16 drop-in. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704-2661443. OkraCharlotte.com.

Place Dr, Davidson. Call to reserve: 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com/calendar. Goat Yoga at Golden Nugget Farm – 2-3pm. Every 2nd Saturday. $20 per person. Golden Nugget Farm, 11470 Hartsell Rd, Midland. Register at LotusLivingArtsStudio.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Music and Message “This Is My Brave” by Rev. Renee’ Leboa – 9-11am. Be brave, stand firm and tap into the self-awareness that is your compass. Vocally compared to Etta James and Billie Holiday, her music is the bow on top of a powerful message. 12125 Statesville Rd, Huntersville. 704-292-1062. AwakeningCarolina.org. Spiritual Light Center’s Second Sundays at Sanctuary – 10:30am-12pm. Join Rev. Rebecca Nagy at Sanctuary Imports for an exploration of the Mystery Teachings. This month we will discuss the Universal Laws and the Mystery Teachings. Suggest love offering $25. Sanctuary Imports, 822 Lamar Ave, Charlotte. 704-599-1180. SLCofCharlotte@ att.net. More info: SLCofCharlotte.org.

Guided Shamanic Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Robbie Warren will work to bring clarity and wisdom through this led meditation. $30. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704-266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com.

Metaphysics & Unity-An Introduction – 7pm. Metaphysics refers to the deep reality underlying this physical world. Unity is a spiritual tradition that works to heal and prosper all through reconnecting us with this underlying spiritual/energetic resource. Video, short talk and Q and A. Free. Milford Chapel at Park Rd Church, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte. 704619-9029. UnitySpiritualCenterOfCharlotte.org.

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How to Read the Akashic Records – Sept 8-9. 10am-5pm, Saturday, 12-4pm, Sunday. Learn how to read the Akashic Records and access the archives of your soul and every thought, deed or action it has ever experienced. $375. Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Community/Movement Room #1, Charlotte. 704-281-6038. Carol@CarolBaccile. com. CarolBaccile.com.

Intro to Yoga – 7:15-8:45pm. Join Chelisa Alavedra for the first day in the 6-week series designed for those of little or no yoga experience. Come learn the foundation of yoga, basic poses, breath flow, studio etiquette and much more. $125; $115 before September. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704-266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com.

Harvest Healing Faire – 10:30am-5pm. Receive readings and services from some of the most talented practitioners in the metro area while shopping with our fabulous vendors and enjoying a bit of entertainment. Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte, 7300 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte. 704-599-1180. SLCofCharlotte@att.net. For more info: SlcOfCharlotte.org/harvest-healing-faire.html. SLCofCharlotte.org. Mystical Shamanic Evolution – 1-2:30pm. Join P.E. Calvert on a journey bridging ancient magic with today’s reality. Everyone is welcome. $35. The Nook, 400 N Harbor Place Dr, Davidson. Call to reserve: 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com/calendar. Spiritual Psychic Readings with Susan Kennedy – 1-4pm. Intuitive, psychic, experienced readers/ mediums using the various tools of the trade help you find clarity and direction. This month, we feature certified Intuitive Reader, Susan Kennedy. Readings begin at $60. The Nook, 400 N Harbor

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Learn to Balance Your Vata Dosha with Lynne Ray PT, PYT, CSCS – 11am-12:30pm. Learn to balance your Vata dosha in an Ayurvedic-inspired yoga class. We begin with a lecture followed by yoga practice specific to the Vata dosha. 301 E Tremont Ave, B, Charlotte. 980-298-6706. RoperPT.com. Free Health Seminar – 6:30pm. Tired of more prescriptions and/or procedures and less results? Lab results normal but you are not feeling ok? Get some answers and find out the root cause. Seminar offered on Sept 11, 18 and 25. Register at CarolinasNaturalHealth.com/events or call 704-708-4404. The Chantilly Ecological Sanctuary – 6:308pm. More than 24 acres of open-space land along Briar Creek has been restored to an ecological sanctuary. Hear the story of Charlotte’s latest urban green space by project manager Crystal Goode, PE, and sign up for our tour. Free. Discovery Place Nature, 1658 Sterling Rd, Charlotte.CrownCharlotte.org.

Prenatal Yoga – 5:45-6:45pm. Join Julie and other Moms-to-be each Wednesday for a yoga flow specially designed for pregnant women. $16 drop-in. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704-2661443. OkraCharlotte.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Working with the Energies of the Moon – 7-9pm. Join Rev. Rebecca Nagy to discuss the esoteric astrology of the sign of the month, and the new or full moon closest to the date we meet. From the teachings of the Masters of Wisdom. Love offering. Amelie’s, 4321 Park Rd, Charlotte. 704599-1180. SLCofCharlotte@att.net. Meetup.com/ New-Directions-for-Spiritual-Growth/.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Baby Cafe – 10am-12pm. Baby Cafes are free resources for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, offering support from specifically trained staff, opportunities to share experiences and make friends, refreshments, comfortable seating, and open-forum discussions. No appointment is needed. Free. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704-266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com. So Your Life Fell Apart Retreat – Sept 14-16. 6pm, Friday to 1pm, Sunday. Learn to peacefully navigate the emotional and physical challenges that come with life changes. Gentle yoga, guided meditation, self-inquiry, sacred ceremony and workshop. $650, includes food and lodging. Sacred Grove Retreat Center, 157020 Collie Rd, Gold Hill. 304-840-2500.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Danielle LaPorte’s The Desire Map Workshop – Sept 15-16. Presented by Lillie Marshall of New Possibilities Coaching. A heart and soul centered journey to gain clarity in every aspect of your life. Use this powerful awareness to guide you in making choices in your life. Location: Charlotte. Sign-Up at LillieMarshall.com. Living In Solution with Rev. Christy Snow – 9am-5pm. A life changing, spiritual journey of awareness, acceptance and authenticity. Be supported in community for a whole year as you deep soul dive into self-exploration and emerge living your best life. Location: TBA. 704-516-7113. ChristySnow.com.

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September 15 & 16 Saturday, 10-11am, presentation, $15. Sat-Sun, healing appointments, $75-$125. KCI at The Nook, 400 N Harbor Place Dr, Davidson.

Register: 704-896-3111 KentCookNook@gmail.com or KentCookInstitue.com Tuning with the Stars: Aligning and Releasing with Planetary Energies – 10am-4pm. Explore how to combine sound frequency with the energy of the planets to create a resonance that allows for releasing old patterns and activating new alignments. $111. Spiritual Light Center, 5700 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte. RSVP, David: 704-469-7662 or Susan: Sjrey3@juno.com. SLCofCharlotte.org. Beginner’s Mind: Tools for Your Meditation Practice – 11am-1pm. This workshop will provide tools

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to help develop a daily meditation practice. Walking meditation, metta, mantra and breath prayer, guided relaxation and other techniques from a variety of traditions. Donation-based. On Track Yoga, 127 S Main St, 2nd Fl, Mt. Holly. 704-951-7107. Info@ OnTrackYoga.com. OnTrackYoga.com.

markyourcalendar The Wonder of Crystals Learn the basics of how crystals work and how to take care of them. Topics: Programing your Crystals, Use in Meditation, Balance your Chakras, Crystal Grids, Feng Shui your Home, Jewelry/Medicine Pouches. Elixers.

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AhlaraInternational.com Reiki Share Circle – 3-4pm. Help your body return to balance with certified Reiki practitioners. $5. The Nook, 400 N Harbor Place Dr, Davidson. 704-8963111. KentCookInstitute.com/calendar.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Breathing Meditation Workshop – 1-2pm. You will be guided through different types of breathing techniques in an effort to find your true state of being. This class will end in rested pose and in silence. Enjoy falling into calmness. $15. 7427 Matthews Mint Hill Rd, Ste 206, Mint Hill. 980-239-0366. TotalBeingYoga@gmail.com. TotalBeingYoga.com. Goat Yoga on the Farm – 5pm. Have you always wanted to do mountain pose next to a goat? Join our social goats in the pasture and bring new meaning to your practice - they love yoga as much as we do. Pre-registration is required. $12 drop-in. 10715 Shopton Rd W, Charlotte. WishWeHadAcres.com. Intuitive Healing & Sound Journey Activation – 5-6pm. A heart-opening and releasing journey with intuitively channeled activation meditations and over 35 different musical instruments, as well

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as intuitive energy healing for each participant. $45 day of; $40 in advance. Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Bldg 1, Ste 200-C, Charlotte. 828-246-3335. Katie@ZenWithinAcademy.com. ZenWithinAcademy.com/upcomingworkshops. Intro to a Course In Miracles – 7pm. Jim and Kay Fuller have facilitated ACIM studies for over 25 years. Learn the basics of the course and how you can begin to work with it on your own. Video, short talk and Q and A. Free. Milford Chapel at Park Rd Church, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte. 704-619-9029. UnitySpiritualCenterOfCharlotte.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Free Health Seminar – 6:30pm. Tired of more prescriptions and/or procedures and less results? Lab results normal but you are not feeling ok? Get some answers and find out the root cause. Seminar offered on Sept 11, 18 and 25. Register at CarolinasNaturalHealth.com/events or call 704-708-4404. Dedicant: A 12-Month Course in Modern Witchcraft – 6:30-8:30pm. Designed to guide you down the “well-worn path” of the craft so that you gain the knowledge and experience needed to develop a dynamic and meaningful personal practice. $300 pre-pay; $30/month. Must register in advance. 2210 India Hook Rd, Ste 104, Rock Hill, SC. 803-8182133. RavenMoonEmporium.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 Entry Level CHt NATH Course – Sept 19-23. Rated at 100 hours, training includes lectures, demonstrations, experiential exercises and independent studies. Upon completion receive NATH certified transpersonal hypnotherapist (CHt) credential and 1- year membership in NATH. $1095. $50-$80/night beach house lodging. Kure Beach. 855-772-0459. NATH.World.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Candle Magick with Raven Schoner – 6:30-8pm. Learn how to use candles in prayers, spells, focusing your willpower and crystals. Must be 18 or over and must register in advance. $35. Raven Moon Emporium, 2210 India Hook Rd, #104, Rock Hill, SC. 803-818-2133. RavenMoonEmporium.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Planting with Purpose – 6:30-8:30pm. Mindfulness “make and take” workshop with Rylee’s Roots. Learn more about mindfulness, practice a short, guided meditation, and mindfully make a succulent creation of your own to take home. $40. On Track Yoga, 127 S Main St, 2nd Fl, Mt Holly. 704-951-7107. Info@ OnTrackYoga.com. OnTrackYoga.com. International Day of Peace Meditation – 7-8pm. Join Spiritual Leader, Rev. Rebecca Nagy as she leads us in visualization and meditation for the best and highest good of our great country and the world. Love offering. Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte, 7300 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte. 704-599-1180. SLCofCharlotte@att.net. SLCofCharlotte.org.

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Lotus Yoga School: 220-Hour Yoga Teacher Training – Sept 22-Dec 16. Saturday and Sunday, 9am-6pm. 2 weekends a month and a full retreat weekend. Vicky and Connie share their yoga experience in this unique yoga philosophy and Hatha Yoga based teacher training. $1900. Lotus Living Arts Studio, 30 Union St, Concord. 980-349-6614. Register at Vicky@LotusLivingArtsStudio.com. LotusLivingArtsStudio.com. Table Thai Training for Massage Therapists – Sept 22-24. Saturday and Sunday, 9am-6pm, Monday, 9am-5pm. CE workshop for 3 days, 21 CE hours. Complete Level one certification, presenting the principles and techniques of the Thai approach to bodywork $380. Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Community/Movement Room #1, Charlotte. 828-645-0647. Info@ThaiBodywork. info. ThaiBodyWork.info. Four Part Series - Lifestyle Medicine with Teresa Jones – 10:30am-12pm. Food and Nutrition, Body Movement/Relaxation and Sleep, Support Session and Emotional Health and Mindset. Gain tools and an empowering lifestyle mindset. $35 per class or $100 for series. The Nook, 400 N Harbor Place Dr, Davidson. Call to reserve: 704-896-3111. KentCookInstitute.com/calendar. Simple Steps for Starting Your Business: SCORE & The Library – 2-4pm. SCORE helps with business plans, developing your business, and mentoring services. The Library helps with research. Free. Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, Cornelius Branch, 21105 Catawba Ave, Cornelius. 704-416-3800. Mcurlee@CmLibrary.org. Register at CmLibrary. org/calendar. CmLibrary.org. Equinox Sacred Cacao Ceremony and Shamanic Breathe – 5-7:30pm. Join Brooke Carlson for

two powering experiences. The activation of the cacao within the body and the heart in conjunction with the breathe will allow for a truly transformative and ecstatic process to unfold. $30. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704-266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com. Women’s Fall Equinox Celebration – 6:30pm. Gather in sacred space to give thanks, celebrate and tap into layers of wisdom, insight and guidance that are offered by stepping through this powerful gateway. Suggested love offering $20. Spiral Path Healing Arts Center, 7810 Pineville-Matthews Rd, Ste 6 CLT. Contact Belinda Haverdill for registration and info: 704-540-2855 or Belinda@ SpiralPathHealingArtsCenter.com. SpiralPathHealingArtsCenter.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Choir Sunday –11am. Join the choir and let your voice be heard. Our next choir Sunday is welcome to all who would like to participate. Rehearsal dates TBA. 12125 Statesville Rd, Huntersville. 704-2921062. Email RevChristy@AwkeningCarolina.org for more info. AwakeningCarolina.org. Urban Zen Retreat – 1-4pm. This transformational in-house yoga retreat combines yoga and energy healing Reiki to bring healing to the chakras and harmony to the mind, body and spirit. $60; $55 early bird special. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704-266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 Master’s Level MHt NATH Course – Sept 25-29. Rated at 150 hours, training includes depth regression and therapeutic models to further assist clients in healing themselves. Certification with course completion. $1195. $50-$80/night beach house lodging. Kure Beach. 855-772-0459. NATH.World. Sierra Club Service Outing – 9am-12pm. Dig/cut/ pull invasive plants so native plants can flourish, pick up trash if needed, followed by a short hike led by park naturalist. Equipment provided though participants may bring their own work gloves. Ribbon Walk Nature Preserve, 4601 Nevin Rd, Charlotte. For details: MaryLouBuc@aol.com, CharlotteSierraclub.org or Meet-up. Free Health Seminar – 6:30pm. Tired of more prescriptions and/or procedures and less results? Lab results normal but you are not feeling ok? Get some answers and find out the root cause. Seminar offered on Sept 11, 18 and 25. Register at CarolinasNaturalHealth.com/events or call 704-708-4404. Gemstone Divination – 6:30-8pm. Learn the basics on how to use crystals for divination as well as the basics of using a pendulum. $30. Must register in advance. 2210 India Hook Rd, Ste 104, Rock Hill, SC. 803-818-2133. RavenMoonEmporium.com. Trusting the Flow, Soulful Breathwork with Andrea White – 7-9pm. Soulful Breathwork is like connecting our bodies, minds and hearts to the natural, unworried rhythms of the Universe. Clearing of old emotional energy, renewed vitality, clarity, peace and calm. $20 early bird special; $30 day of. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Awaken Public Talk – 5:45-7:45pm. Peter Anthony, near-death experiencer and TV personality, and Dr. Leslie Wells, radio show host and E-nergetic V-ibrational E-xchange (E.V.E) Consciousness Evangelist share a powerful message on how to find clarity of your authentic purpose and how to make a difference in the world. Ahlara International, Mooresville. Must register in advance. 980-2021055. AwakenWorkshopCharlotte.com. Sierra Club Central Piedmont Group Meeting & Annual Picnic – 6-8pm. Bring a side dish. Announcements and information on a variety of environmental issues. Check website for program details. Free and open to the public. Latta Park, 601 E Park Ave, Shelter, #1. Gpfeffer@Carolina.rr.com. CharlotteSierraclub.org. Sierra Club Central Piedmont Conservation Committee – 8:30pm. Immediately following Sierra Club meeting. Join us for our monthly meeting to discuss local conservation issues, volunteer opportunities and the upcoming November election. All are welcome, membership

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not required to attend. Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 911 E Morehead St, Charlotte. 704-9079851. GerryKingsley@yahoo.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Awaken Public Talk – 7-9pm. Peter Anthony, near-death experiencer and TV personality, and Dr. Leslie Wells, radio show host and E-nergetic V-ibrational E-xchange (E.V.E) Consciousness Evangelist share a powerful message on how to find clarity of your authentic purpose and how to make a difference in the world. $22. The Bag Lady, Charlotte. Register in advance. 980-202-1055. AwakenWorkshopCharlotte.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Baby Cafe – 10am-12pm. Baby Cafes are free resources for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, offering support from specifically trained staff, opportunities to share experiences and make friends, refreshments, comfortable seating, and open-forum discussions. No appointment is needed. Free. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704-266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com.

markyourcalendar Awaken One In A Half-Day Workshop Join Peter Anthony, near-death experiencer and TV personality, and Dr. Leslie Wells, radio show host and E-nergetic V-ibrational E-xchange (E.V.E) Consciousness Evangelist and learn how to find peace, identify your authentic purpose and more.

September 28-29 · 1-3pm

Saturday, 6-9pm; Sunday, 10am-5pm $180 Friday night segment open to public for $22 Register in advance. 980-202-1055. Cornelius location.

AwakenWorkshopCharlotte.com Usui Reiki Training with Lorraine Meyer at The Nook – Sept 28-30. Friday, 6:30-8pm, Saturday, Reiki Ryoho Level 1, $200, and Sunday, 9:30am5:30pm, Level 2, $225. Usui Reiki is healing technique for relaxing and healing the mind and body. Prerequisite in Reiki 1. The Nook, 400 N Harbor Place Dr, Davidson. KentCookInstitute. com/calendar. Call or text Lorraine for reservations: 305-333-7571.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Daylong Retreat: Meeting the Second Arrow with Equanimity – 8:45am-5pm. Cultivate a skillful response to problems, bringing more ease of wellbeing to meet life’s challenges. Meditation instruction, Dharma talk and a day of silent practice in community. $35 registration fee, donations encouraged for teacher. Milford Chapel, Park Rd Baptist Church, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte. IMCCncRegistrar@gmail.com. IMCCharlotte.org. Karma Donation Yoga Class – 12:30-1:30pm. Help the community each and learn ancient traditional Ashtanga yoga. Each donation of $8 will be given to the Trini Yoga Foundation. $8 minimum donation. 1912 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte. 704266-1443. OkraCharlotte.com.

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Introductory Workshop: The Golden Quest Mystery School – 1-4pm. Outlines the newly formed course of study and reviews syllabi and courses. Interested students submit application and set up private interviews with Rev. Nagy to discuss goals, prior study and experience. Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte, 7300 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte. 704-661-4957. Rebecca. Goldenquest@gmail.com. SlcOfCharlotte.org/ mystery-school.html. Goat Yoga on the Farm – 5pm. Have you always wanted to do mountain pose next to a goat? Join our social goats in the pasture and bring new meaning to your practice - they love yoga as much as we do. Pre-registration is required. $12 drop-in. 10715 Shopton Rd W, Charlotte. WishWeHadAcres.com.

plan ahead FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5

markyourcalendar SomaEnergetics Vibrational Sound Training Make your practice unique by adding vibrational massage or embark on a new adventure and assist with planetary transformation using vibration and sound.

October 5-7

Friday, 7-9pm; Saturday 10-5pm; Sunday, 1-5pm $299 Spiritual Light Center, 7300 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte RSVP: Tim, 704-469-7662

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6

markyourcalendar The Aztec UFO Incident with Scott and Suzanne Ramsey Local authors share their 30+ year journey of documenting one of New Mexico's most astounding events buried for more than 60 yearsthe crash of an UFO near the twon of Aztec.

October 6 · 1-3pm $10 Register: 704-662-0946. Ahlara International, 155 Joe V Knox Ave, Mooresville

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12 Finding Your Center – Oct 12-14. 6pm, Friday to 1pm, Sunday. Going within and connecting with the deeper parts of Who You Are through a sampling of yoga and meditation practices guided by

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markyourcalendar Jeff Sochko

Rising Strong 3-Day Workshop Based on the Reasearch of Dr Brene Brown Scene from DRUMSTRONG 2018 Bodhi Deva. $395 before Sept 30; $425 after. Sacred Grove Retreat Center, 157020 Collie Rd, Gold Hill. 704-299-5124. Info@SacredGroveRetreat.com. SacredGroveRetreat.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14

markyourcalendar Courageous Love: Cultivating Deep Connections Through the Right Use of Power Courageous Love integrates the energies of Love, Strength and Wisdowm so that you use your voice in a way that empowers you and increases intimacy.

Explore what it takes to get back up and how owning our stories of struggle gives us the power to write a daring new ending.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Guest Amy Steinberg – 11am. Uplifting, enlightening and hilarious with a voice that can burn the house down, Amy Steinberg is singer, songwriter and storyteller like none other. 12125 Statesville Rd, Huntersville. 704-292-1062. AwakeningCarolina.org.

PLANS CHANGE! Please call ahead to confirm dates and times.

October 14, 21, 28 · 2-4pm A 3-Part series $90 Register: 704-540-2855. Charlotte.

Belinda@SpiralPathHealing ArtsCenter.com SpiralPathHealingArtsCenter.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27

markyourcalendar Daylong Retreat: "Things Are Not As They Appear" Four Ways of Training and Inquiry Working with understandings and practices to help us see more clearly. Meditation, quided practices, discussion.

October 27 · 9am-5pm $35, donations are encouraged for teacher. Registration Required. Milford Chapel, Park Rd Baptist Church, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte.

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on going events NOTE: All calendar events must be received via email by the 9th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Email Calendar@AwakeningCharlotte.com for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls or faxes, please. To submit online, visit AwakeningCharlotte.com.

sunday Metaphysical Bible Study with Reverend David Hulse – 9:45-10:45am. Learn to explain scripture from a more enlightened and metaphysical point of view. Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte, 7300 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte. 704-599-1180. SLCofChalotte.org. Unity of Charlotte Sunday Celebration Service – 10:30am. Rev Marty Bacher leads this spiritual community that offers a vibrant Sunday Celebration Service and inspiring messages. 401 E Arrowood Rd. 704-523-0062. UnityofCharlotte.org. Carolina Center for Spiritual Awakening – 11am. Teaching empowering and practical New Thought principles for living our best life and making a positive difference in the world. 12125 Statesville Rd, Huntersville. 980-292-1062. AwakeningCarolina.org. Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte – 11am. Meditations and messages with a vibrant, inclusive, metaphysical family that honors you on your spiritual journey. Spiritual Light Center of Charlotte, 7300 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte. 704-599-1180. SLCofChalotte.org. Light House Spiritual Fellowship – 11am12:30pm. Heart-centered gathering that explores the Esoteric, Mystical, Wisdom Teachings of various faiths and philosophies. Light House Spiritual Center, 645 Carpenter Ave, Mooresville. 704-658-1442. Info@LighthouseSpiritualCenter. com. LighthouseSpiritualCenter.com. Light House Healing Clinic – Last Sunday of the month. 2-5pm. 30-minute, mini healing sessions that include several variations and combinations of hands-on energy healing techniques. Donation. Light House Spiritual Center, 645 Carpenter Ave, Mooresville. 704-658-1442. Info@LighthouseSpiritualCenter.com. LighthouseSpiritualCenter.com. Unity Spiritual Center – 5:30pm. Positive music, centering meditations and inspiring metaphysical talks. Non-denominational. Milford Chapel at Park Rd Church, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte. 704-619-9029. UnitySpiritualCenterOfCharlotte.org. Slow Flow/Gentle Vinyasa – 6pm. Slow flowing sequences that lead to increasing strength, flexibility and breath awareness. $15. Alliance Wellness Centers, 831 Arbor St NE, Concord. Register: Schedulicity.com/scheduling/AWCFHR.

monday A Course in Miracles Study Group – 7pm. Ongoing study and discussion of ACIM. Jim and Kay Fuller have been facilitating ACIM studies for over 25 years. Park Rd Church, 3900 Park Rd, Rm 206/505, Charlotte. 704-619-9029. UnitySpiritualCenterOfCharlotte.org.

tuesday Watercourse Yoga on a Whitewater River – TuesThurs. 2 nights, 4 classes plus optional meditations.

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Combination of Classical Raja and Watercourse Yin Yoga. $75 per person per day based on double occupancy. The Dillsboro Inn Whitewater Resort, 146 N River Rd, Dillsboro. 828-586-3898. DillsboroInn.com. Weekly Daytime Meditation Session – 12-1pm. 30 minutes of silent mindful meditation, brief instructions, Q & A. Donation. Park Rd Baptist Church, Milford Chapel, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte. InsightMeditationCharlotte@gmail.com. IMCCharlotte.org. Lunchtime Meditation – Every other Tuesday starting September 4. 12:30-1:30pm. Learn the importance of meditation, the power of your thoughts and clearing your chakras. $10/session. Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Ste 207-B/Community/Movement Room #2, Charlotte. 980-210-6841. Info@HeavenlyButterflyBoutique. com. HeavenlyButterflyBoutique.com. Meditation and Discussion – 7pm. Meditation (guided and silent) followed by a short teaching and discussion. For beginners and long-time meditators. Milford Chapel at Park Rd Church, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte. 704-6199029. UnitySpiritualCenterOfCharlotte.org.

wednesday Gentle Hatha/Meditation – 12pm. Connect breath with movement and bring your awareness back into the body. Silver Sneakers attend free. 7427 Matthews Mint Hill Rd, Ste 206, Mint Hill. 980-239-0366. TotalBeingYoga@gmail.com. TotalBeingYoga.com. Weekly Wednesday Meditation – 7-9pm. Silent mindful meditation at 7:30pm followed by Dharma talk and discussion. Practice instructions at 7pm. Donation. Park Rd Baptist Church, Milford Chapel, 3900 Park Rd, Charlotte. InsightMeditationCharlotte@gmail.com. IMCCharlotte.org.

friday Let’s Flow & Wine – 6-8pm. Last Friday of the month. Start your night with yoga, end it with a glass of wine, healthy snacks and networking. $20-25. Alliance Wellness Centers, 831 Arbor St NE, Concord. Register: Schedulicity.com/scheduling/AWCFHR.

saturday SoulCollage – 2nd Saturday of the month. 1:304:30pm. A lighthearted collage process that allows one to explore their life, inner wisdom and intuition. $45, includes supplies. Elemental Healing Charlotte, 5200 Park Rd, Ste 200-C, Creative Arts Studio, Charlotte. 704-807-3635. Mwyche3@icloud.com. ElementalHealingCharlotte.com. Light Language Sound Darshan – Second Saturday of the month. 7-8:30pm. This meditative sound experience is a channeled, multi-dimensional spiritual communication. Donation. Light House Spiritual Center, 645 Carpenter Ave, Mooresville. 704-658-1442. Info@LighthouseSpiritualCenter. com. LighthouseSpiritualCenter.com.

community resource guide

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Ads@AwakeningCharlotte.com to request our media kit.

ACUPUNCTURE EMPOWER LIFE CENTER

Camilo Sanchez, L. Ac, MAOM 704-542-8088 EmpowerLifeCenter.com 28 years of experience in acupuncture, Chinese medicine and integrated health. Specializing in identifying and correcting the root cause of your health concerns. Pain conditions, digestive disorders, stress, women’s health and chronic disorders. Classes in authentic Qigong, Tai Chi and Taoist yoga.

TWO TREES ACUPUNCTURE

Paula Kearney, L.Ac. & David Bonilla, L.Ac. 1318-A3 Central Ave, Plaza Midwood 704-770-1318 TwoTreesAcupuncture.com Providing private and community acupuncture services, herbal medicine, bodywork sessions, classes and more to the city of Charlotte. See ad, page 9.

ALLERGY AAIR OF CHARLOTTE

Elizabeth, Blakeney, Steele Creek 704-910-1402 AAIRofCharlotte.com Dedicated to a more progressive approach for treating allergy, asthma and immunology patients. Dr. O’Connor is one of only three allergy specialists nationwide to complete the University of Arizona Fellowship of Integrative Medicine. See ad, page 24.

ASTROLOGY SOUL OF CHIRON

Dorothy Taylor, CH Charlotte 919-889-0457 SoulOfChiron.com • Info@SoulOfChiron.com Sharing intuitive and insightful awareness for healing, direction and success in life for over 12 years. Discover gifts and overcome challenges reaching your full potential and happiness. Certified Consulting Hypnotist, Astrologer and Life Coach.

BIOFIELD TUNING ENERGETIC APOTHECARY

Tammy Schoolcraft 325 Matthews Mint Hill Rd, Ste 106 Matthews 704-907-3380 • EnergeticApothecary.com Charlotte’s only Biofield Tuning Practitioner. Uses sound and vibration to resolve chronic pain, anxiety, depression, grief, overthinking-busy mind, adrenal fatigue and more. Also offering Reiki and Medical Reiki. Call today for free consultation.

CBD DO NO HARMACY

4400 E Independence Blvd Inside American Beauty Garden Center 704-334-8651 DoNoHarmacy.com Offers knowledge and expertise on a full line of quality CBD and hemp extracts, pain creams, distillates, tinctures, capsules, pre-filled vaporizer cartridges and high-strength CBD tinctures by Charlotte’s Queen City Concentrates. See ad, page 23.

CHRONIC & DIFFICULT CASES HAAS WELLNESS CENTER 3315 Springbank Ln, Ste 102 704-837-2420 HaasWellnessCenters.com

Specializing in chronic and difficult cases and holistic and wellness care. We identify and treat the root cause of your health issues. Call today for a free 15-minute consultation. See ad, page 6.

COLONICS HC WELLNESS CENTER & SPA 1308 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia 704-823-1577 HCWellnessCenterAndSpa.com

Our principle service is Colon Hydrotherapy, but we also offer a wide variety of other services. We o ff e r b o t h t r a d i t i o n a l a n d alternative therapies to assist clients in achieving optimal health, wellness and balance.

STANLEY SPECIALTY PHARMACY 3120 Latrobe Dr, Ste 200 704-370-6612 StanleyRX.com

Charlotte’s most experienced & trusted compounding pharmacy. Skilled pharmacist can prepare custom medications to meet needs of the individual patient. Specializing in women’s & men’s health as well as veterinary medications. See ad, page 30.

DENTISTRY GORELIK DENTISTRY 2740 W Arrowood Rd 704-553-1627 GorelikDentistry.com

Holistic dental practice committed to whole-body care, high-quality dental treatments, and excellent customer service. Stateof-the-art office certified for ozone therapy, sedation, metal-free zirconia implants and SMART treatments. Full-office water filtration, salt room and circadian lighting.

KEMPTER HOLISTIC DENTISTRY

Drs. John Kempter and Eric Kempter 1000 Copperfield Blvd, Ste 160, Concord 704-782-0797 KempterDentistry.com Biologically minded family dental office offering 3D digital dentistry, preventative dentistry, safe mercury removal and sleep apnea screenings. In a relaxed and caring environment, all patients are given devoted time. Call the office today to request a new patient consultation. See ad, page 12.

EDUCATION ONLINE COURSES

400 N Harbor Place Dr, Ste C, Davidson 704-896-3111 KentCookInstitute.com Accredited school with classes in meditation, reiki and philosophical metaphysics. The KentCook Institute on Lake Norman has a full curriculum. HSA accepted. See ad, page 7.

You will never win

if you never begin. ~Helen Rowland September 2018

FLOAT THERAPY FLOAT CAROLINA

Float Center and Salt Spa 105-D Waxhaw Professional Park Dr Waxhaw • FloatCarolina.com

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Delivery & Pickup to Mecklenburg+ 1-855-442-FOOD NourishCharlotte.com

Charlotte’s first dedicated float center offering Floatation and Salt Room Therapies. Visit us to relax, release stress and tension and refresh your mind, body and spirit. Purchase sessions online today. Receive 10% off with promo “floatNA”.

GIFT SHOPS THE BAG LADY: INTUITIVE GIFTS 1516 E. 4th St. 704-338-9778 The-Bag-Lady.biz

A beloved institution for 23 years offering products and classes that uplift, enlighten, educate and inspire. Our goal is to provide opportunities for spiritual growth and community building for years to come. See ad, page 34.

THE NOOK STORE

400 N Harbor Place Dr, Ste C, Davidson 704-896-3111 KentCookInstitute.com The Nook Store, a Divinely Unique Mystical Boutique on Lake Norman, the gem of The Nook. We carry the tools you need for your spiritual journey. See ad, page 7.

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Nourish delivers eco-friendly, healthy gluten-free vegan food to Charlotte and beyond. Also offers pick up locations to support Greater Charlotte. Meals are nutritious, organic, clean and plant-based.

HOMEOPATHY CAROLINAS NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

INTEGRATIVE PEDIATRICIAN INFINITE HEALTH, PLLC

Sheila Kilbane, MD 2201 Park Rd, Ste B 704-626-6771 • SheilaKilbane.com Dr. Kilbane is a board-certified integrative pediatrician who specializes in finding the root cause of illness including reflux, eczema, allergies, recurrent ear and sinus infections, asthma, constipation, abdominal pain and more.

INTUITIVE SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE

Dr Michael Smith 1114 Sam Newell Rd, Ste A 704-708-4404 CarolinasNaturalHealth.com

TAILORED WISDOM

C h a r l o t t e ’s o n l y d o c t o r specializing in homeopathy – a power system of natural medicine that stimulates your body’s natural ability to heal, without side effects. Anxiety/ Depression, ADHD, Behavioural issues, Eczema, auto-immune disease, hormonal imbalance, and much more. See ad, back cover.

Mary’s spiritually guided sessions refresh energy fields, restoring balance in your life. Discover new tools in Tailored Wisdom sessions that help you visualize your life path, access your self-worth, and develop more meaningful relationships with healthy boundaries.

HYPNOSIS

LIFE COACH

HELPING PEOPLE FIND LIFE SOLUTIONS Heidi E Kent, C.Ht. & Marsha G Cook, C.Ht. 704-896-3111

Manage fears and change your belief systems. Specializing in transcending your circumstances. We offer spiritual support for all people; focus on past lives, Akashic records and spiritual healing. Relief is an appointment away. HSA accepted. See ad, page 7.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE DEVINE INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE, PLLC Stacey E Devine, MD 452 S Main St, Ste 130, Davidson 704-997-5449 DevineIntegrative.com

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As one of the few fellowship trained, board certified Integrative Medicine physicians in the Charlotte area, Dr. Devine blends evidence-based complementary and conventional medicine to care for the whole person.

Mary E. Amon TailoredWisdom.com 704-237-0734

FIND THE TRUE ME

Dorothy Taylor, CLC, CH Charlotte 919-889-0457 TrueMeCoach.com Info@TrueMeCoach.com Find a clear path to your true center of power and happiness and reach your full potential through the power of your own mind. Dorothy Taylor Certified Life Coach, Consulting Hypnotist and Professional Astrologer with over 12 years experience.

LILLIE MARSHALL, ACC, CDWF, ELI-MP New Possibilities Coaching Charlotte • 704-408-2359 LillieMarshall.com

Connect with your true self through coaching, book studies a n d w o r k s h o p s . D i s c o v e r, breakthrough and take action with courage to step into your life purpose. Visit LillieMarshall.com or call today for a free discovery session. See ad, page 13.

LYMPHATIC CLEANSE JENNIFER DILLON, DC, CCN 421-B S. Sharon Amity Rd 704-333-9991 DillonNaturalHealth.com

The Light Beam Generator is a non-invasive oxygen based detoxification system helping to restore function and assist the lymphatic system. When this circulatory system is congested, the whole system becomes toxic causing chronic inflammation as well as many other issues. See ad, page 17.

NATURAL DOCTOR

MEDITATION COACH KATIE SUTTON

DR. MEGAN DING, ND

Meditation Coach. Intuitive Channel. Sound Healer. 828-246-3335 ZenWithinAcademy.com

Charlotte Natural Wellness 10722 Carmel Commons Blvd, Ste 450 704-543-5540 DrMeganDing.com

Katie is an intuitive channel in the form of a meditation coach and sound healer. Her self-activation meditations coupled with sound and vibration therapy takes clients on a healing journey of selfexploration and re-discovery.

MIND, BODY, SPIRIT

MASSAGE JEFFREY SHOAF, LMBT (#14847) Certified Yoga Therapist 726 E. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 309-287-0576 JBShoaf113.wix.com/jeffreyshoaf

Offering therapeutic massage, bodywork, and yoga therapy, utilizing myofascial release, t r i g g e r p o i n t t h e r a p y, a n d physical assessment tools for a collaborative approach to client centered health!

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN

ALLIANCE WELLNESS CENTERS

831 Arbor St NE, Concord 704-706-7529 Mike@AllianceWellnessCenters.com Schedulicity.com/scheduling/AWCFHR

Charlotte’s only naturopathic doctor specializing in natural cancer support. Dedicated to treating the whole body and empowering you to improve your health using natural medicine.

CAROLINAS NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Unique holistic center that provides mind, body, spirit care. Our attentive staff empowers and helps clients heal through massage therapy, personal training, wellness coaching and yoga. Schedule a consultation online today.

Dr Michael Smith 1114 Sam Newell Rd, Ste A 704-708-4404 • CarolinasNaturalHealth.com Diabetes, Depression, Digestive Disorders, A llergies, Auto-immune d i s e a s e , A n x i e t y, A D H D . Charlotte’s only doctor specializing in homeopathy. We focus on treating YOU to uncover the cause of your health condition and empower you to better health! See ad, back cover.

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OF THE EARTH WELLNESS, LLC Dr. Dave Hamilton 10715 Shopton Rd W, Charlotte 980-272-1897 OfTheEarthWellness.com

A community of healing and nonjudgment. You are an individual and encouraged to be an active participant in your own health. We treat a variety of health concerns from the common cold to chronic illness. Begin your journey today. Plant the seed of health. Grow balanced naturally. See ad, page 17.

BALANCED ENERGY REFLEXOLOGY Eva Gajewski Charlotte • 704-774-9629 BalancedEnergyReflexology.com

Certified Reflexologist that uses reflexes in feet and hands to promote inner balance. Reflexology reduces stress, improves blood flow, nerve impulses and energy throughout the body. A balanced body is a healthy body. See ad, page 2.

PHYSICAL THERAPY ROPER PHYSICAL THERAPY

Myofascial Release & Medical Therapeutic Yoga 301 E. Tremont Ave, Ste B RoperPT.com • 980-298-6706 Our mission is to increase function, restore motion and improve strength and stamina through myofascial release. Roper PT is privately owned with highly skilled manual therapists who offer patient–centered care.

DR. RACHEL THIEL

Ignite Wellness Physical Therapy, LLC 103 Dover St, Pineville 704-889-0160 • 414-552-0820 Blending the art and science of living movement, Dr. Rachel guides your body through healing to reclaim your life with health and joy.

First Saturday each month from 1-4pm. Professional Certified Tarot, Numerology, Palmistry, Medicine Cards, Spiritual Readings. Fees begin at $60. Call today for an appointment. See ad, page 7.

SPIRITUAL PSYCHIC MEDIUM Heidi E Kent, M.A. CM, C.Ht. 423-300-8618 HeidisReadings.com

Heidi E. Kent, co-director of The Kent-Cook Institute, is a certified psychic medium, master palmist, spiritual communicator, numerologist, relationship counselor, metaphysical teacher and certified hypnotherapist. Heidi guides you to the place of “what to do, what to do, what to do”! See ad, page 7.

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1600 E. Woodlawn Rd, Ste 310 980-498-2895 TheSaltPad.com Relax, breathe and heal in our state of the art salt therapy rooms. Serving all ages with our Adult and Kid’s Tranquility rooms, and additional healing with our Acupuncture Tranquility room.

CAROLINA CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL AWAKENING

A REIKI LIFE ACADEMY®

5200 Park Rd, Ste 105, Charlotte 704-996-4079 AReikiLife.com Offering reiki treatment for adults, children and animals; comprehensive reiki educational programs; and NCBTMB continuing education. Nancy Bunt, founder and director, has over 22 years of experience with reiki in both clinical settings and private practice, as well as an extensive background in mind-body wellness. See ad, page 27.

REIKI MASTER, STARSEED SHAMAN Light Language Channel 645 Carpenter Ave, Mooresville LightHouseSpiritualCenter.com 704-658-1442

Dammah Debbie Chisolm combines Reiki with intuitive energy healing; channeling Christ Diamond Light for deep energetic renewal. Facilitates connection with higher self and Spirit; using color, crystals, the laying on of hands, and Light Language. See ad, page 5.

PSYCHICS AND SENIOR TEACHERS

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SPIRITUAL CENTERS

REIKI

PSYCHIC 400 N Harbor Place Dr, Ste C, Davidson 704-896-3111 KentCookInstitute.com

SALT THERAPY

REFLEXOLOGY

RETREAT CENTERS

Rev. Christy Snow, Founder & Spiritual Director AwakeningCarolina.org 980-292-1062 Looking for a spiritual home? Join us for live positive music, meditation, and a message to awaken your Divine Potential. We welcome all people and all paths. Youth church, weekly classes and events. See ad, page 27.

LIGHT HOUSE SPIRITUAL CENTER Rev. Kendall Heath, Interfaith Minister 645 Carpenter Ave, Mooresville LightHouseSpiritualCenter.com 704-658-1442

Sunday Interfaith Spiritual Fellowship Services 11am12:30 pm. Weekly, heartcentered gatherings exploring the esoteric, mystical, wisdom teachings of many faiths and philosophies. Services include teachings, dialogue, and experiential group learning, music and coffee/tea. See ad, page 5.

SACRED GROVE RETREAT CENTER

SPIRITUAL LIGHT CENTER OF CHARLOTTE

A personal and l e a d e r s h i p transformational facility that offers individual and group retreat facilities, lodging and team building experiences. A short drive from Charlotte on 11 peaceful acres that provide a safe and supportive space.

11am Sunday service and meditation. Spiritual, not religious? Looking for a vibrant, inclusive and metaphysical spiritual family that honors you on your spiritual journey? Then SLCC is for you. Weekly celebration service, classes, workshops and more. See ad, page 23.

15720 Collie Rd, Gold Hill, NC SacredGroveRetreat.com 704-299-5124 Info@SacredGroveRetreat.com

Rev. Rebecca Nagy and Rev. David Hulse 7300 Mallard Creek Rd. 704-599-1180 SLCofCharlotte.org

Find your passion, because that’s what you are going to be best at, and that’s what’s going to make you kick the covers off in the morning.

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~Rick Moonen

UNITY OF CHARLOTTE

Marty Bacher, Spiritual Leader UnityofCharlotte.org 704-523-0062 Unity features a vibrant, joyous Sunday Celebration Service at 10:30am with terrific music, inspiring messages and a warm, welcoming spiritual community. Offering classes and workshops throughout the week with activities that support your health, wellness and spiritual journey. See ad, page 10.

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF CHARLOTTE

UnitySpiritualCenterOfCharlotte.org 704-619-9029 Find us on Facebook & Meetup We are a welcoming Spiritual Community grounded in Unity Metaphysics, A Course in Miracles and related Eastern Teachings. Sunday “Casual Service” 5:30pm. Monday ACIM study group at 7pm. Tuesday meditation at 7pm. Monthly special events. See ad, page 34.

SPIRITUAL COACH REV. CHRISTY SNOW

Charlotte & Lake Norman ChristySnow.com 704-516-7113 Christy@ChristySnow.com Sessions are customized for each individual or couple. Christy’s approach is rooted in her metaphysical education and experience. “There’s a spiritual solution to every problem.” Wayne Dyer

SUSTAINABILITY CATAWBA RIVERKEEPER FOUNDATION 715 N Church St, Ste 120 704-679-9494 CatawbaRiverkeeper.org

We educate and advocate to protect the Catawba-Wateree River Basin’s lakes, rivers and streams for everyone who depends on and enjoys them. Join us by visiting our website and becoming a member today.

SUSTAIN CHARLOTTE

Monthly Educational Meetings (locations vary monthly) SustainCharlotte.org A nonprofit organization working to inspire choices that lead to healthy, equitable and vibrant communities across the Charlotte metro region for generations to come. Become a member today.

TAROT RAVEN SCHONER

2210 India Hook Rd, Rock Hill, SC 803-818-2133 • DivineRaven.com Lady Raven is a born empath with over 10 years tarot reader and spiritual herbalist experience. She uses her skills in magick and her natural psychic gifts to receive aid from spirit in both her personal practice and on behalf of her clients. See ad, page 10.

ORDAINED MINISTER, SPIRITUAL MENTOR Integral Soul Healer, Intuitive Medium 645 Carpenter Ave, Mooresville LightHouseSpiritualCenter.com 704-658-1442

Kendall Heath combines psychospiritual modalities and alternative healing techniques, detailed intuitive guidance, Kundalini & Tantric energy/chakra work, and spiritual mentorship on the natural process of spiritual growth and personal transformation. See ad, page 5.

~Jean Paul

THERMOGRAPHY JENNIFER DILLON, DC, CCN

SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE

The more sand that has escaped from the hourglass of our life, the clearer we should see through it.

421-B S. Sharon Amity Rd 704-333-9991 • DillonNaturalHealth.com Thermography is a non-invasive way to visualize the health of a tissue. Identify inflammation in breast tissue and other areas of the body. Detect issues early to allow time to make a change before diagnosis occurs. See ad, page 17.

VETERINARIAN

Natural Awakenings appreciates the generosity of its distributors throughout the area. Please consider supporting these major distributors by shopping there and picking up the magazine each month from one of the racks. Thank you!

ATRIUM ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Dr Kim Hombs, DVM, CVA, CVCH, CTui-Na 6520 McMahon Dr 704-542-2000 AtriumAnimalHospital.com The most comprehensive Holistic/ Integrative Animal Medicine Practice in the Charlotte region. Alternative vaccine approaches, double certified acupuncturist and herbalist, offering cold and class 4 laser, TCM food therapy, Tui-na, Animal Rehabilitation with underwater treadmill. See ad, page 22.

September 2018

Charlotte Edition

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