FIND YOUR INNER SPA

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Find Your Inner Spa

Q: Dear Karen Kaye, Whenever I spend time at the spa, I become a new person. I see myself and my world more positively. I can handle anything. How can I recreate that wonderful feeling more often, especially with everything we are facing in 2020? Thanks, Francine

A: Dear Francine, The feelings that you are able to create at a spa come from the commitment you have made to yourself (on that day) to take care of yourself and put your needs first. It is as if you are giving yourself permission to be your prior ity, but you are right—one day is not enough.

Imagine creating that great feeling every day. Here are some suggestions: 1. At the spa you expect to feel good, why not feel good at home? Change your expectations to be at peace more often. 2. Create a sacred space that is designed for peace and introspection (looking within). Using candles and fragrance may help to set the mood but the space needs to be serene and solitary; it needs to be a safe place inside or outside—a place you look forward to being in. Get creative! 3. This sacred space reminds you of your importance to yourself. 4. In order to create any form of sacred space, you must be able to set boundaries with others. 5. Learn to count on yourself by becoming your own best friend—one who is able to spend time with yourself and your thoughts. 6. Journaling is very important to this process. Listen to your thoughts and feelings in order to take yourself more seriously. If you don’t, who will? Ask yourself questions and don’t be afraid to hear your answers and write them down. 7. Ask yourself questions like, where do I put myself on my list of priorities? When and how do I show myself that I care? What are my internal needs and how can I better meet them? 8. Periodically, it is good to also address any anger or fear you are holding against yourself or others. 9. If you feel it is time for deeper contemplation, seek guidance from a professional and join a support group. There are many virtual resources available during this time. Joining other individuals who are on an internal journey is quite beneficial.

So Francine, as you learn to be a priority to yourself, and can live with your thoughts and feelings, you will take your “inner spa” with you wherever you go.

Many thanks, Karen Kaye, LMHC

Remember that on a spiritual level we adhere to the philosophy that everything happens for a reason…out of the bad comes good. It takes time. Karen Kaye is currently accepting new clients. Sessions take place via telehealth to ensure wellbeing. For more information and to schedule a session, call 954-384-1217 or email KarenKayeCares@bellsouth. net. See ad page 28.

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We at Natural Awakenings know that supporting the health of our population is of the upmost importance. We encourage everyone to be conscious of the social distancing mandate and to support our community by following the health guidelines set forth by our health professionals, and, of course, using common sense. We have received multiple reports from our providers of wellness and health services about how seriously they take following and maintaining the strictest guidelines as it relates to their office environments in creating the most safe and clean space they can for those that need to come in and use their services. For any doctor appointment, class, or service provider you want to visit, attend, or participate, we suggest you call ahead to address any questions you may have and then to confirm your appointment.

To help stimulate and encourage the continuation of connecting our readers and providers of services, we now include information for us to connect via the internet through our various electronic devices. We understand the importance of being able to stay “in touch” with one another and thus support the expansion of online events, podcasts, webinars, Skype, support sessions, and other communication software systems that can be utilized for us to stay connected and stay safe.

We have also increased the word count for Date-Specific Calendar items to be up to 55 words, and Ongoing Calendar items may include up to 45 words for each one.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9

A 7-Day Online Spiritual Immersion

— in The Teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. For more information see ad page 9.

upcoming event

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medi

cine — Earn a Master’s Degree in Oriental Medicine in 36 months & be on the path to become a Licensed Acupuncture Physician. We are now accepting applications for our Fall class which starts September 8, 2020. Contact us at admissions@atom.edu or call 954-763-9840. Financial Aid & VA Benefits accepted.

ongoing events sunday

Sacred Journey Interfaith Seminary — 9am–5pm. Classes for Interfaith Ministry Ordination. A Healing Space, 840 E Oakland Park Blvd, Ste 102, Oakland Park. Rev. Dr. Grace Telesco 917.579.3750.

Thubten Kunga Ling Buddhist Center: Zoom

classes — Meditation Hour: 10–11am an overview of meditation including basic medita tion techniques, breathing meditation, mindfulness meditation, visualization meditation, and analytical meditation, Tibetan Mahayana Tradition. Coping with Difficult Times: 11am–12pm. For details and other classes, visit ThubtenKungaLing.org.

Catholic Mass (non-Roman Catholic) —

10:30am, (+ Sat 5pm) The Parish of Sts. Francis & Clare, staffed by Franciscan friars. 2300 NW 9th Ave (Powerline Rd), Wilton Manors, 33311, 954.731.8173.

IANDS South Florida- International Asso

ciation for Near Death Studies — 1st Sunday monthly, 4:30–6:30pm Meeting - Pavilion’s Gym (behind Main Hospital) Discussions in clude; Spiritually Transformative Experiences. All interested in the studies, are welcomed. University Hospital, 7201 N. University Dr, Tamarac. Questions Reverend Gail Fein, 305.798.8974.

Interfaith Sacred Celebrations of Spirit —

Weekly on Sunday evenings 6:30–7:30pm at Darshan Center for Spiritual Evolution at a Healing Space, 840 E Oakland Park Blvd, Ste 102, Oakland Park. Rev. Dr. Grace Telesco 917.579.3750.

Free Meditation Gathering — 7–9pm, first Sunday each month. Guided meditation, kirtan, spiritual reading, Sivananda tradition. Yoga Warehouse, 508 SW Flagler Ave, downtown Ft Lauderdale, 954.525.7726.

Love looks through a telescope; envy, through a microscope. ~Josh Billings

monday

Chiropractic — Every 1st Monday, 5–6pm. Free, attendees will receive a discount off their first visit. New Life Upper Cervical Chiropractic, 820 S. State Road 7, Plantation, 33317. Phone: 954.389.8297.

Group Shayman Sound Vibe Healing —

6:30pm $20. Just walk in. Crystal Junkie Metaphysical Shop 819 SE 8th Ave, Deerfield Beach 33441 Details, 954.254.3828.

Men and Women’s Support Group: Conscious

Awareness — 8–10pm. $25 per session. Designed for men and women to learn from each other regarding relationships, self-worth and the rewrite of negative patterns. Contact: Karen Kaye, LMHC, 954.384.1217 (landline).

tuesday

Schedule something for your health.

Free Tai Chi Classes — 5–6pm (except Holidays). Relax your mind and body at ATOM’s Wellness Center! Tai Chi is a low-impact, slowmotion exercise that can treat & prevent many health problems. Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine (ATOM), 100 E. Broward Blvd., Ste 100, Ft. Lauderdale. 954.763.9840 ext. 219.

Sunset Yoga at Holiday Park — Free, donations accepted. 6:30pm. Call Mardi for additional info 786.227.2173.

thursday

Free Tai Chi Classes — 5–6pm. Relax your mind and body at ATOM’s Wellness Center! Tai Chi is a low-impact, slow-motion exercise that can treat & prevent many health problems. Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine (ATOM), 100 E. Broward Blvd., Ste 100, Ft. Lauderdale. 954.763.9840 ext. 219.

Group Reiki Circle with Crystals — 6:15pm. $20. Just walk in. Crystal Junkie Metaphysical Shop, 819 SE 8th Ave, Deerfield Beach 33441, Details, 954.254.3828.

Free Teletalk on Ancestral Clearing/Emotional Release — 7pm, last Thursday of month. Learn how to release blocks and limiting beliefs and change energetic thought patterns, to move ahead to live with freedom, fulfillment and happiness! Call Ilka for details: 754.222.6971.

My Awakening Story — 7pm. My awakening, twin flame, psychic abilities story, shared weekly, episodically, anonymously. Floored, Just Floored, Type “floored JustFloored” in YouTube search bar.

friday

Tea Time — 10am–6pm. Enjoy an organic, crystal infused tea for $3 at Crystal Junkie Metaphysical Shop, 819 SE 8th Ave, Deerfield Beach 33441. Details 954.254.3828.

Monthly Gallery Night, Meet the Artists,

Show & Sale — 6–11pm, (second Friday ea. mo). A great gathering of varied talents. Host/ Artist: Michael D. Colanero. Uncommon Gal lery, 2709 E Commercial Blvd, Ft Lauderdale, 954.336.4305.

saturday

Reiki Healing Circle — 9–10am, Free. Usui Reiki Circle. All are welcome. Love & Light Spiritual Emporium, 1419 E Commercial Blvd. Ste B, Oak land Park, FL, 33334, 954.261.3878.

Paddle With A Purpose, Waterway and Shore

line Cleanup — 9–11am, help remove trash and make new friends (third Saturday each month). Kayaks and canoes available on a first come, first serve basis; bringing your own is encour aged. Location varies. Info, Robert Figueroa, 917.652.1050.

Free Reiki Circle — 10–11am. Divine Love Institute & Gift Shop, 2832 Stirling Rd, #H, Hollywood FL 33020. Conveniently located just west of I–95 on Stirling Rd, 954.920.0050.

The Sistrunk Farmers Market — 10am–2pm. Locally, organically grown fruits & vegetables, old fashioned family fun, Artisan Market Ven dors. Market hours EBT & SNAP accepted at the Market. Corner of Sistrunk Blvd & NW 10th Ave, Ft Lauderdale.

Rock Kirtan: Sacred Devotional Sing

ing — bi-weekly 7–8:30pm, $10. Darshan Center for Spiritual Evolution, 840 E Oak land Park Blvd, Ste 102, Oakland Park. Call Rev. G. 917.579.3750.

Daily — 9:30pm Join Sheri Kaplan for a Nightly Virtual Sound Healing Meditation on Zoom Live Stream. bit.ly/livestreamsoundbath. Call 646.876.9923 EST- bit.ly/localzoom -Meeting ID: 846 189 611-Virtual Tip Jar.

Open your eyes, look within. Are you satisfied with the life you’re living? ~Bob Marley

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community Resource Guide (crg)

August update.

Working together we are stronger. Why we may want to take a closer look at the Community Resource Guide this month with some newer information that seems to be “grayed out” and what that really means for us.

As we have been in continued communication with our advertisers who have either had their businesses closed down due to mandates, or other reasons at this time during the pandemic, many of these businesses were looking for ways to share that they are offering additional ways to connect, such as, an individual appointment, Video-Conferencing, Facebook, Zoom, email, website, etc. Collectively the idea of graying out their street address was created, and thus some of our resources listed, have a portion of their information in gray ink instead of black, denoting that their business location is currently in transition to being once again fully operational.

Community Resource Guide photos and logos, beginning this month, are in full color, as our clients express how important their brand is to their business. Business name and our client’s preference for contacting them, either a web address or telephone number.

Some of the businesses that are listed here that are “GRAYED OUT” may be in the process of fully reopening. As the CDC guidelines are reviewed and put in place for the safety of us all, some companies may be “partially open.” As that can mean different things to different companies, we suggest you contact the individual companies to get the latest information.

The views of our digital version of the magazine nabroward.com/issues/ continues to grow. Included within these GRAY CRG listings, additional links, besides the standard website, may be included, such as Instagram or LinkedIn. They are “active” within our digital issues, as our clients share the importance of having these links active. According to Google, “Links help our crawlers find your site and can give your site greater visibility in our search results.... Google interprets a link from page A to page B as a vote by page A for page B.”

You may want to connect with our advertisers, and thanks to the collaborative process, we have some additional choices this month. Be healthy; stay well.

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CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN

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COUNSELING/THERAPY

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

PERFECTING TOUCH Kathy Bates Wilton Executive Suites 2312 Wilton Drive Fort Lauderdale FL 33305 954-647-9010 PerfectingTouch1@ymail.com Cranial sacral therapy - CST- a light touch approach releasing tension and restrictions, reducing pain and dysfunction. Therapeutic massage also available. Feel good within yourself. MA70919.

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DAY RETREATS

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DENTAL HEALTH

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Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness. ~Desmond Tutu

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DIVINE ENERGY HEALER

ADVANCED RAPID HEALING Nina Presman 33 Southeast 4th Street, Suite 102 Boca Raton, Florida, 33432 561-654-0177 AgelessServices@gmail.com AdvancedRapidHealing.com My gift is to be guided by Divine Love to permanently eliminate any emotional, physical and mental pain or issues replacing them with health, prosperity, happiness, joy, love, and Enlightenment to reach your highest potential.

INTEGRATIVE HYPNOSIS

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PRONUNCIATION COACH

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PSYCHOTHERAPY

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SALON

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SPIRITUAL CONSULTANT

DEBORA RAMOS 305-401-0607 DeboraRamos07@gmail.com DeboraRamos.com Angel Coach Readings and Therapy. Clear past lives, blocks to prosperity and relationships. Reiki (continuing education). Crystal therapist. Certified classes. Archangels Soy Candles. English/Spanish.

WELLNESS CENTER

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WHOLISTIC PHYSICIAN

DR. AMADI’S WHOLISTIC HEALTH CENTER Hepsharat Amadi, M.D., L.Ac. 10189 W. Sample Rd Coral Springs FL 33065 954-757-0064 954-757-2612, fax DrAmadi@DrAmadi.com GreatNaturalDoctor.com Primary Health Care with a Natural Approach including B i o i d e n t i c a l h o r m o n e replacement therapy, Quantum Biofeedback, Weight Loss, Detoxification, Natural Allergy Tr e a t m e n t , H e r b a l a n d Homeopathic Remedies, Supplements, Nutrition, Lifestyle Counseling and Circulation enhancement/BEMER therapy.