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HEALTH &WELLNESS

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LOSE WEIGHT

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TERRY WAHLS

ON RECLAIMING HEALTH FROM AUTOIMMUNE CONDITIONS TIPS FOR MANAGING

ECO-ANXIETY

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Natural Awakenings is a family of more than 70 healthy living magazines celebrating 25 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet.

17 CLIMATE ANXIETY

Navigating Our Emotions as the Planet Changes

18 INTEGRATIVE HOSPITAL CARE

Medicine Embraces Holistic Modalities

21 HOUSE BLESSINGS

for Clearing and Protecting Spaces

22 LOSE WEIGHT

WITHOUT DIETING

How to Eat to Feel and Look Your Best

24 STAYING FIT IN 2021

Workout Trends Bend to the Times

26 HEALING THE WHOLE CHILD

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Holistic Pediatricians Go Beyond Meds

28 TERRY WAHLS

on Taking Control of Chronic Conditions

30 FRUGAL WELLNESS

Healthy Living on a Tight Budget

32 HEALING PETS HOLISTICALLY

Integrative Vets Treat Root Causes

DEPARTMENTS 6 news briefs 12 health briefs 14 global briefs 16 eco tip 17 green living 22 conscious

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24 fit body 26 healthy kids 30 healing ways 32 natural pet 36 calendar 38 resource guide January 2021

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NOTEWORTHY DEVELOPMENTS IN ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE RESEARCH

hile everyone’s eyes were laser-focused on COVID-19 this year – and rightfully so – there were noteworthy developments in Alzheimer’s disease research that may soon benefit someone you love with Alzheimer’s. Here are five: 1. The drug pipeline for Alzheimer’s is heating up. You may have heard of aducanumab, the Biogen drug currently being reviewed by the FDA, but there were other Alzheimer’s drugs that made strides this year. • Suvorexant, a drug that treats insomnia, was approved by the FDA in February for use in people with Alzheimer’s.

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Pimavanserin (Nuplazid), a drug that treats hallucinations and delusions in Alzheimer’s disease, was submitted to the FDA for review in June, with an anticipated decision by spring 2021.

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BAN2401, an anti-amyloid drug by Eisai and Biogen, is being assessed for the treatment of Alzheimer’s in a Phase 3 clinical trial that started in July of this year.

A blood test for Alzhiemer’s is closer than ever. Breakthrough research presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) 2020 in July found that specific markers in the blood may be able to detect changes in the brain 20 years before Alzheimer’s symptoms occur.

Research explored the potential role of vaccines in reducing risk of Alzheimer’s. Data presented at AAIC 2020 found an unexpected benefit of getting flu and pneumonia vaccines: a reduced incidence and risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

A global study examining the long-term effects of COVID-19 on the brain was launched. Scientific leaders, including the Alzheimer's Association and representatives from more than 25 countries, are working together with technical guidance from the World Health Organization to track the long-term impact of COVID-19 on the brain.

Genetic risk for Alzheimer’s may not mean the same for all races and ethnicities. The APOE-e4 gene variant is the most wellknown and strongest genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, but that research has largely been done in people of European descent. New research published in November in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association found that APOE-e4 has a very different effect in Latinx populations, only adding significant risk in those of Cuban backgrounds. If you are interested in these developments: visit: https://act.alz. org/site Samantha Logue, Media Relations Manager, Alzheimer’s Association.

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HOW THE CRYSTAL GARDEN IS COPING FULFILLING ORDERS VIRTUALLY AND ONLINE

hanks to the way the store grew organically over the years, (established 1988), Margaret Ann Lembo and her amazing well-versed staff were, luckily, in good shape for the pandemic. Although sales are significantly lower than when in-store shopping was an option, the online and virtual shoppers have kept The Crystal Garden alive. In 2005, Lembo, an evolutionary aromatherapist, developed the Wholesale Division which sells The Crystal Garden Brand Aromatherapy. Her client base consists of brick-and-mortar conscious living stores, whole body markets, spas, chiropractors, and metaphysical stores and boutiques worldwide. "I feel really fortunate," she continued. "We had the right business model for the moment." The store closed to in-person browsing in March with Lembo noting that she has a "high percentage of senior staff " including herself. She and her team, The Crystal Garden Angels, found that their "regular customers just don't care and appreciate her mindfulness to keep everyone safe while still providing service." The only people wanting to come into the store are tourists or people with time to kill while vacationing or wintering in Florida. Regular customers are still buying online or over the phone or during the Shop The Crystal Garden from Home Shows on Facebook Tuesdays at 6 PM ET https://www.facebook.com/TheCrystalGarden or on Instagram IGTV @thecrystalgardenstore on Thursdays at 12 noon ET. Customers are enjoying concierge service and she said, “We are getting to know our customers more personally and uplift their spirits during this Global Pandemic when we are being called to isolate and go within.” The shows provide comic relief – they laugh a lot and often – while creating community as a break from the solitude that is necessary at this time. Lembo has also been providing Free Zoom events that are often simulcast on Facebook on her Author Page https://www.facebook.com/ MargaretAnnLemboPage Being closed to browsing also gave the team a chance to remodel parts of the store - the incense room and the crystal room – and develop the studio for Shopping Shows and Free Zoom Event in the Angel Room which previously was primarily used as the Event Room for classes and workshops. They also took the opportunity to do reorganize the store in a way that makes it easier to pick the merchandise that is being purchased online. All of the staff of The Crystal Garden is in a state of gratitude and are dedicated to providing safe and good service coupled with loving kindness. The Crystal Garden is located on TheCrystalGarden.com with a physical location (closed to the public) still at 2610 North Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL 33435. Call 1-877-444-5099 email them at orders@ thecrystalgarden.com for the fastest response.

3 Easy Steps to Discover Your Soul’s Purpose If you don't know where you're going, you'll end up someplace else. - Yogi Berra Many spiritual traditions hold that each of us is born with a specific mission or purpose. Today many people write personal mission statements. Is this the same as a statement of your soul’s purpose? If the mission is something you are driven to do, whether you’re paid for it or not, it might be. Your soul’s purpose may not always be the way you earn a living. Some fulfill their purpose through family life, a volunteer position or even a hobby. Your purpose could be interpersonal, such as counseling families, or it might involve the natural world as an ecologist saving endangered species. A soul’s purpose could be scholarly, as in researching ancient cultures—or artistic, as a painter or musician. What is always true about a soul’s mission is that it’s a form of service—to your Higher Power, the human race, the Universe. I don't know what your destiny will be, but one thing I know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve. - Albert Schweitzer

Some of us recognize our purpose from an early age, while for others it’s a journey of exploration Remember, the Universe is on your side when it comes to finding your passion. Or it may find you! That’s what happened to me. It started when I was a student at Boston University. A friend from California, who had learned reflexology in a yoga class, came to visit. Seeing it was a stressful time for me, she said, “Take off your shoes and go lay down.” She worked on my feet. The experience was profound, life-changing and healing on physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels. I thought, “Wow, I want to do this for people!” I studied reflexology and sought out every opportunity to learn—and read every reflexology book I could find. While working as a special education teacher, I began doing one or two client reflexology sessions a week, then one or two a day. When it got to three or four a day I left my day job to practice reflexology full-time. For me it has been the most rewarding and fulfilling work imaginable. I later created my own Reflexology Certification Training Program to inspire others to share the power of reflexology. Over the last forty years, I have trained thousands of Reflexologists who have touched the soles/souls of many thousands more. Reflexology is my life purpose, and it is my privilege to empower others to transform lives through reflexology.

Trying to discover your life’s purpose? Here are three ways to help recognize it: • Think about the three most meaningful moments in your life. What did they have in common? When we feel the most alive, the most in touch with ourselves, we are aligned with our soul’s purpose. Find the thread— the common theme that connected those moments and, as Joseph Campbell said, “Follow your bliss.” • Watch for synchronicities: a friend tells you about something; a book with a related title falls off the shelf in a bookstore; a sign you pass while driving repeats the same idea. Stay open to receiving these messages from the Universe. They can lead you to an extraordinary life. • Ask for guidance in your prayers and during meditation. Speaking of synchronicities, are you reading this article because your soul’s purpose is about transforming lives as a holistic reflexologist? Food for thought. Laura Norman, M.S., LMT, world-renowned Holistic Reflexologist and author of the best-selling book, Feet First: A Guide to Foot Reflexology, offers private Reflexology and Inspired Life Coaching sessions and live, interactive Holistic Reflexology Certification Training Programs over Zoom. Laura has created Aromatherapy products and guided Foot, Hand and Face Reflexology Home Study streaming videos. Visit www.lauranorman.com • Call 561-272-1220

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hat a weird year we experienced – and thankfully it’s over and some hope is on the way. It has been full of fear and stress. Covid-19 has taken its toll on all of us and it’s not going away soon. Even with a promising vaccine on the horizon, we will still need to be vigilant and continue to wear masks and maintain physical distancing. The endless political ads, campaigning and elections dividing our great nation has added to the stresses we have been experiencing. Regardless of which side you favor, most of us want this to end and move forward. The holiday season added additional stress. With travel more limited this year, traveling to share the holidays with your family and friends was strained. The Covid-19 vaccine will be available soon, but it will take over 70% of the country (world) to achieve herd immunity. But if you take the vaccine, please make sure to take the second dose. Historically, it has been found that many people do take the second dose, thereby reducing the vaccine’s efficacy. The other issue with the vaccine is scope of the pandemic. The vaccine can be compared to a great fire hose, trying to put out a really large fire – it can only do so much. Unfortunately, the numbers of those infected are increasing faster than the hose can put out the flames. This gets back to what is really important – keeping your immune system functioning optimally. As I’ve written since March, it is necessary take care of yourself. Recent research has proven that Vitamin D is essential for maintaining your immune function. In fact, there is almost four times greater mortality in those with low Vitamin D levels. Optimally, your Vitamin D level should be over 45. I take at least 5-6,000 iu daily and my levels are over 50. And that’s with spending over 20 hours a week outdoors in the sun! My recommendations is for everyone to get their Vitamin D levels tested as soon as possible and take the supplement if your levels are below 50. Vitamin K2 should also be included with Vitamin D for cardiovascular and bone health. They are synergistic and should be taken together. You can ask your primary care physician for a test or call the office. I’ve spoken with so many people who are seriously concerned about Covid-19 and putting their hope in the upcoming vaccine, but yet won’t do what they can to improve their own immune system which would mitigate many of the severe symptoms to avoid possible death. And of course, regular chiropractic and acupuncture will help increase your T-cells and improve your immune system. Contact me for a free consultation if you have any questions.

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t’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions that followed have had a negative impact on the restaurant industry over the past nine months, with many restaurants declaring bankruptcy, or even closing their doors permanently. With the holidays right around the corner, two-thirds of restaurant operators have even suspended their catering programs, as corporations nationwide have tightened restrictions on office celebrations and buffet-style food. I Heart Mac & Cheese and more, a unique fast-casual concept specializing in made-to-order and fully customizable Build Your Own Bowls and Grilled Cheese Sandwiches has stepped in to offer socially distant catering with their Boxed Lunch Meals. With 4 Chef Special Mac Bowls and 4 Grilled Cheese Sandwiches complete with Tots and a Tomato Soup Dipper, there’s something for everyone, (yes even Vegan and Gluten Free options!) Each Boxed Lunch Meal is individually packaged and delivered while abiding by all restaurant guidelines set forth by local state guidelines and the CDC. Happy customers include companies like Marshall’s, HomeGoods, Target, Home Depot, Walmart, TJ Maxx and various Car Dealerships throughout South Florida. “We are so grateful to be able to spread a little joy with our Boxed Lunch Meals when traditional buffet catering isn’t readily available,” I Heart Mac & Cheese and more CEO Steve Giordanella shared. I Heart Mac & Cheese and More is rapidly developing their national footprint with locations already open across south Florida, central Texas, and Indiana with several more planned in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, New Jersey, North Carolina, New Mexico, New York. For more information on our Socially Distant Catering, contact us today! chefmichael@iheartmacandcheese.com 954-547-6457

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n these times , we are all looking for ways to boost the capacity of our immune system. Consider the option of a Lymphatic Drainage series. It can help your immune system function more efficiently and keep toxic waste at a minimum in your body. Through the hands on, laser techniques and skin brushing, it has been discovered that the lymphatic system can be stimulated, to do a better job. In Lymphatic Drainage we work to support, encourage, relax the skin and free up the lymphatic system so it can cleanse your tissues more effectively and more rapidly. Lymphatic Drainage helps the immune system by clearing the way. Think of a hallway filled with trash, you have to move the trash out of the way to pass through the hallway. This is exactly how Lymphatic Drainage functions in your body, it cleans the hallways ( Tissue Fluids) of waste which allows the Immune system to more efficiently do its job. A 5 or 10 Day Series of Lymphatic Treatments is the Ultimate Detox

The Lymphatic is a filtering system, it takes unwanted substances out of the bloodstream and breaks down toxic substance in lymph nodes, and the extra fluid is then removed. Your body holds 600 to 800 Lymph Nodes, these are each a filtering station. Lymph nodes are also repositories of B cells, T cells. When they are stimulated into action, your body has plenty of opportunities to cleanse. Lymphatic Drainage helps it along! A single lymphatic treatment is effective in moving surface fluids. A series of treatments, propels the fluids to flow more easily, which allows a deep cleanse of tissue fluids throughout the body and around the organs. When the fluids are softened by the skin technique of Lymphatic Drainage, they can be accepted by the very tiny lymphatic vessels which move more easily and start pumping wasteful fluids more rapidly . Where does all this fluid and waste go? It is voided out of your body when you go to the bathroom! In fact most people find they urinate more, as waste moves from your skin through the system.

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r. Deborah DeMarta is pleased to announce she is now offering Beautifill rejuvenation treatments. Beautifill is a cutting-edge laser technology used to harvest fat from a donor area of the body and transfer it into areas of the face and body where the patient desires to have more volume. “As we age, we tend to retain stubborn fat in the midsection and thighs and lose volume in the face, buttocks, and breasts,” says Dr. DeMarta. “This minimally invasive surgical micro-fat transfer solution can help reduce unwanted pockets of fat around the body and transfer this fat to areas that need more volume with one treatment.” Laser energy is used to gently loosen fat from problem areas such as the abdomen, hips, flanks and thighs. The live fat cells are then purified within the closed harvesting system before being injected into the desired treatment areas. Popular areas to have the fat injected are the cheeks, around the mouth, and into the lips, the hands, the breasts, and the buttocks. “Fat grafting lasts much longer and costs less in the long run than most fillers that require regular maintenance,” says Dr. DeMarta. Deborah DeMarta, MD, FACS, FAARFM is a board-certified General, Aesthetic and Colorectal Surgeon who specializes in Integrative, Functional, Anti-Aging and Aesthetic Medicine. The Institute of Health & Wellness is located at 218 Atlanta Avenue in Stuart. For more information, call 772-539-9556 or visit InstituteHealthWellness.com

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ina Kearney, Clinical Herbalist, Flower Essence Practitioner and owner of Herbs & Owls, is excited to introduce Seasonal Rewilding subscription boxes. The boxes are designed to foster personal growth and transformation through direct connection and practices centered on the season, plants, nature and art. The subscription also includes lifetime access to the exclusive online community where Kearney will explain each item in the box and how it relates to the season and the seasonal practices. “For many years I have been moved to go deeper into the cycles of the season and connect with others who feel a deep need to bring back the practices and ancient wisdom teachings to foster a deeper connection to the earth and each other,” says Kearney. “I developed the Seasonal Rewilding subscription box to offer the tools and practices to assist in the personal rediscovery of living in the natural rhythms of the season.” Each subscription box contains a hand-crafted medicinal tea, a custom flower essence blend, a 5x7 frameable art print designed exclusively for Seasonal Rewilding subscribers by artist Misha Nell, written practices and meditations, recipes and one or more transformation tools such as a crystal, smudge, herbal bath sachet, or feathers. Subscriptions come with a satisfaction guarantee. For more information, call 561-768-9005 or visit HerbsandOwls.com/ seasonal-rewilding. Herbs & Owls is located at 725 N. A1A, D-103, Jupiter.

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A downside of the rising number of caesarean (C-section) births is that it deprives babies of contact with bacteria from the mother’s gut microbiome, which impoverishes the baby’s own microbiome and raises the risk of allergies and obesity later in life, as studies show. Previously, researchers swabbed C-section babies’ mouths with vaginal bacteria, but it had no effect. In fact, the valuable gut bacteria are released in the mother’s fecal matter during the messy process of birth. In a pilot study, doctors from the University of Helsinki tested 17 mothers that were about to need C-sections and chose seven that had fecal matter free of pathogens and antibiotics. After the babies were born, doctors used a syringe to feed the infants a tiny amount of the previously harvested fecal matter mixed with breast milk. The babies had no negative responses. Within three weeks, those babies’ gut flora came to resemble more strongly the gut flora of babies born vaginally than that of those born through C-sections.

Vitamin D Important for Reducing Risk of Preeclampsia Something as simple as a mother’s vitamin D level can have a future impact on her children, a study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health shows. Researchers examined 20 years of health data from 754 Boston-area mothers and their children and found that preeclampsia— abnormally high blood pressure during pregnancy—was linked to a higher systolic blood pressure in the children during their early and teen years. However, the effect was minimized or even eliminated among children exposed to higher levels of vitamin D in the womb, as measured by blood levels in the umbilical cord. 12

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Fluoride is added to public water supplies to reduce tooth decay, but its effects on health are contentious enough that only 38 percent of Canadian and 3 percent of European public water supplies are fluoridated, compared to 74 percent in America. Its effects on neurodevelopment in children are a particular concern: a meta-analysis correlated high levels of fluoride in water with a sevenpoint drop in children’s IQ scores. Two new studies have linked fluoride exposure to ADHD and other behavioral issues in children. Canadian researchers that collected urine samples and tap water information on 1,877 children between ages 6 and 17 found those that lived in areas with fluoridated water had 2.8 times the incidences of ADHD diagnoses, as well as increased symptoms of hyperactivity and inattention. The effect was most pronounced in teenagers, suggesting a cumulative effect over time, wrote the authors in the journal Environment International. In a Chinese study published in the International Journal of Environmental Health Research, 325 children between ages 7 and 13 were studied, and higher levels of fluoride exposure were correlated with rises in behavioral issues, especially psycho-somatic symptoms. Storyblocks.com

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In just the first month of the 2020 pandemic, the use of antianxiety medications increased by 34 percent among Americans, according to pharmaceutical surveys. Because select serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) in particular tend to lose their effectiveness over time, some sufferers may take heart in a new study in Current Clinical Pharmacology. Iranian researchers gave one gram of ashwagandha root extract (Withania somnifera) each day for six weeks to 22 patients with generalized anxiety disorder and a placebo to a second group of 18. People in both groups were also put on SSRIs. Anxiety scores for the ashwagandha group improved by week two and kept improving during the study, significantly outperforming the scores of the control group. The extract was considered safe and free of side effects.

Schisandra chinensis, an ornamental, woody vine with pink leaves and bright red berries, has long been used as an adaptogen in China and Russia to lower stress, improve immunity and enhance energy. Korean researchers in a new study in Phytochemical Reviews report it may also be a boon for aging muscles. They tested 45 post-menopausal women that were given 1,000 milligrams of Schisandra chinensis or a placebo for 12 weeks. Compared to the control group, the Schisandra group had significantly increased quadriceps muscle strength and lower lactate levels, indicating greater endurance.

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Generosity Fosters Increased Longevity

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A new study published in the journal PNAS suggests that people that share more live longer because the act of giving and receiving increases well-being. The recipient benefits directly from the gift, while the giver benefits indirectly through emotional satisfaction. Co-authors Fanny Kluge and Tobias Vogt found a strong relationship between a society’s generosity and the average life expectancy of its members. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research, in Rostock, Germany, conclude that people are living longer in societies where members support each other with resources. Residents of African countries such as Senegal and South Africa share the lowest percentage of their lifetime income and have the highest mortality rate of the countries studied. Western European countries and Japan transfer more to the youngest and oldest, and their mortality rates are lower. Kluge notes that the relationship between generosity and lifetime income doesn’t depend on whether the benefits come from the state or from the wider community.

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A new paper in Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B may explain why some animals, including birds, fish and lobsters, are able to sense the Earth’s magnetic fields. It allows sea turtles to return to the beach where they were born. Researchers hypothesize that this ability comes from a symbiotic relationship with magnetotactic bacteria that are influenced by magnetic fields, including the Earth’s. In support of this theory, Robert Fitak, assistant professor at the University of Central Florida Department of Biology and co-author of the paper, drew from one of the largest genetic databases of its kind, the Metagenomic Rapid Annotations using Subsystems Technology, to identify the presence of these magnetotactic bacteria in animal samples. The researchers are working to develop a genetic test to help with further study. They have not yet identified exactly where the bacteria live in the animals, although they theorize that it could be associated with nervous tissue like the eye or brain. Learning how organisms interact with magnetic fields could facilitate our use of them for navigation, while also understanding how human modifications of magnetism—such as constructing power lines—might be affecting biodiversity. This knowledge may also help develop therapeutic drug delivery systems. petrovich12/AdobeStock.com

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An international team of coastal scientists from the United Kingdom, France, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. has disproved the theory that half the world’s beaches will become extinct over the course of the 21st century (see Tinyurl.com/SandyCoastlinesUnderThreat) in a paper published in Nature Climate Change. The team re-examined the data and methodology underpinning the original study and published their rebuttal in the same journal, after concluding that it is impossible to make such global and wide-reaching predictions with the data and numerical methods available today. The new report sees potential for beaches to migrate landward as sea level rises and shorelines retreat. Beaches backed by hard coastal cliffs and structures such as seawalls are likely to experience “coastal squeeze”, resulting in decreased width, and eventually be submerged because they are unable to migrate, but those with space to move inland will retain their overall shape and form. As such, removal of coastline structures or beach nourishment may be the only methods to safeguard at-risk beaches.

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Scientists at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology have developed a material that works like a luminescent solar concentrator for producing energy directly where needed that can even be applied to textiles. Because people are constantly on the move and dependent on a power supply to recharge smartphones, tablets and laptops, the needed electricity will come from our clothing by means of the new polymer applied on textile fibers, jackets and T-shirts. Based on amphiphilic polymer co-networks already available on the market in the form of siliconehydrogel contact lenses, this new material is permeable to air and water vapor, as well as flexible and stable. The luminescent solar concentrators capture and transfer diffuse ambient light to a solar cell that converts it into electrical energy. By adding two different luminescent materials to the gel tissue, the solar concentrator becomes flexible, preventing the textile to which it is attached from becoming brittle or susceptible to cracking, or accumulating water vapor in the form of sweat.

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According to research from the University of South Australia published in Experimental Psychology, the act of smiling and moving facial muscles can trick our mind into taking a more positive attitude. The study evaluated a real smile as well as an artificial one induced when participants held a pen between their teeth, finding that in either case, this facial muscular activity alters our perception of facial and body expressions and generates more positive emotions. The research found that the practice of forcefully smiling will stimulate the amygdala, the emotional center of the brain, which releases neurotransmitters to encourage an emotionally positive state. By inducing the brain into perceiving stimuli as happy, the mechanism could potentially be used to boost mental health. neemias seara/Pexels.com

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Rising nitrous oxide (N20) emissions are jeopardizing the climate goals of the Paris Climate Agreement, according to a study published in the journal Nature, which was spearheaded by professor Hanson Tian at Auburn University, and included scientists from 48 research institutions in 14 countries. Researchers report that the growing use of nitrogen fertilizers in worldwide food production is causing the alarming increase in atmospheric concentrations of this greenhouse gas, which is 300 times more potent than carbon dioxide and remains in the atmosphere for more than 100 years. N20 is considered the most significant humaninduced agent depleting the stratospheric ozone layer. Notably, the study shows that the colorless gas has risen 20 percent from pre-industrial levelsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;from 270 parts per billion (ppb) in 1750 to 331 ppb in 2018â&#x20AC;&#x201D;with the fastest growth observed in the last 50 years, due to emissions from human activities.

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Globalization and cheap labor have lowered clothing prices so much that many people view garments as disposable—a phenomenon called “fast fashion”. Magazines and other influencers create demand for trendy items each season, inciting us to overfill our closets and toss last

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year’s fads, leading to a more than doubling of worldwide consumption since 2000. It’s a vicious cycle with a huge pollution footprint. The textile industry expels about 1.2 billion tons of CO2 per year. According to the United Nations Environment Programme, the fash-

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ion industry produces 10 percent of humanity’s carbon emissions and 20 percent of global wastewater. Every second, the equivalent of one garbage truck of textiles is either landfilled or burned. Polyester, a petroleum-based plastic found in about 60 percent of garments, doesn’t break down in the ocean, where half a million tons of microfibers end up every year. It takes about 2,000 gallons of water to manufacture just one pair of jeans, and textile dyeing is the second largest polluter of waterways. To embrace a more sustainable lifestyle, reject fast fashion; buy good-quality, longer-lasting garments; and mend them to prolong their useful life. Whether it’s reattaching a button, patching a worn sleeve or sewing a hem, mending is a way to love and care for clothing and reject the notion that new is always better. Another option is to rely on a local seamstress or tailor to take care of mending needs. For the do-ityourselfer, there are many ingenious products available besides needle and thread to help complete simple repairs—iron-on patches, fusible interfacing, mending glue and tape— as well as helpful instructional online videos and sewing classes at local fabric stores. SewGuide.com is an excellent resource for step-by-step instructions and creative ideas. Building upon the vintage-wear market, a new trend has emerged called visible mending. In the past, mended clothes might have been interpreted as exposing a family’s lack of funds or status, but today it’s a concept we proudly embrace. Mending a hole or tear with embroidery is a great way to add whimsy and creative expression. By incorporating colorful threads and fancy stitching techniques, as well as beads, decorative buttons, ribbons and appliqués, we can turn off-the-rack items into unique, wearable art. To cover stains, consider using fabric paint to add a pretty flower or bold political slogan.

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CLIMATE ANXIETY Navigating Our Emotions as the Planet Changes by Sandra Yeyati

ollowing a record-breaking hurricane season, out-of-control wildfires and a deadly prolonged pandemic, many of us are anxious and fearful, prompted by the growing realization of being in a state of environmental insecurity. These inklings of impending doom are nothing new for members of the youth climate movement—kids in their teens or younger—succumbing to hopelessness, anger and rage as they learn the science and watch leaders do nothing to address it. Hardest hit are “marginalized communities, including indigenous people, climate refugees, farmers struggling with drought and communities of color, who disproportionately suffer from the health effects of polluting industries,” says Jennifer Atkinson, associate professor of environmental studies at the University of Washington-Bothell. Some of us are affected in more subtle ways. Perhaps we’re noticing slow-moving changes around us, like the gradual loss of bees or a disappearance of trees, and we develop a sense of loss the philosopher Glenn Albrecht coined “solastalgia”, which plays on the concept of nostalgia—a longing for a time or place we can’t go back to.

Or, we’re standing in front of a package of blueberries at the grocery store feeling confusion and ambivalence. A desire to be healthy and adopt a sustainable, vegetarian lifestyle is playing tug-of-war with the fact that these blueberries were flown in from South America, are wrapped in plastic and were grown in a monoculture that depletes the soil. It’s hard to know whether to eat or boycott them. “The greater this dissonance grows, the more likely we’ll tell ourselves that the problems are too big. We decide that we can’t make a difference, so why try? We check out,” says integrative psychotherapist Leslie Davenport, author of Emotional Resiliency in the Era of Climate Change. The first step to alleviate this anguish is to validate and normalize the dark feelings. “It’s important to remember that there’s nothing wrong with you. What’s happening is actually painful and difficult; there’s a lot of loss involved. Eco-anxiety is a natural response to having your heart and mind open, being an attentive and caring person, if you tune in to what’s happening in the world,” says Davenport, adding that good self-care, including mindfulness prac-

tices, will expand our tolerance for dealing with tough times. Another powerful antidote can be found in community, according to Sarah Jaquette Ray, associate professor of environmental studies at Humboldt State University, in Arcata, California, and author of A Field Guide to Climate Anxiety: How to Keep Your Cool on a Warming Planet. “People feel like they can’t impact the world because they’re only one person. But when they start to shift the lens toward the collective, it allows them to realize that the positive things that are happening in the world are actually happening at scale, and it allows them to feel like they’re part of some larger purpose,” says Ray. As we accept climate-related anxiety and seek the company of like-minded people to affect change, surprisingly positive emotions will arise, including joy, laughter, dancing and camaraderie at street protests. “Those positive feelings help us process grief and anger, engage us in the work long term and help us maintain the stamina we need for sustained work,” Ray says. “Think of climate anxiety as a kind of superpower, a signal that goes off to tell us something’s wrong and needs to be addressed,” says Atkinson, the creator and host of the climate-anxiety podcast Facing It. She points to grief as a compelling motivator. “You can’t feel grief without love,” she explains. “Grief is an expression of compassion and connection to others and to the pain we feel when those lives are destroyed. Love is far more powerful in motivating us to fight than any other affect. There’s no limit to the lengths we’ll go to protect what we love.” We are only limited by a lack of ecological imagination, Davenport proposes. “Our contemporary Western culture emphasizes the rational, cognitive way of thinking, which is linear and analytical. But another part of the brain—the imaginative, creative and intuitive part—views the world synergistically and holistically. If we open up to this ecological imagination, we can have a visceral knowing of interconnectedness, making it simpler to act in a way that’s beneficial to all of us.” Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com. January 2021 17

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Integrative Hospital Care Medicine Embraces Holistic Modalities by Marlaina Donato

hirty years ago, hospital patients were treated for symptoms based on the Western medical model, and holistic modalities were excluded, largely due to a lack of reliable scientific studies. More recently, because of promising research, the traditional template is expanding. The Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine & Health encompasses 75 university health centers and health systems that offer integrative approaches—a remarkable seven-fold increase in 21 years. America’s top hospitals, including the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, the Mayo Clinic, the Duke University Medical Center and the Yale New Haven Hospital, now offer therapies 18

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such as acupuncture, reiki, homeopathy, touch therapy, yoga, clinical aromatherapy and chiropractic. According to a report in Advances in Medical Education and Practice, nearly half of Americans receiving medical care use alternative medicine (although 80 percent don’t inform their doctors) and physicians agree on the importance of further research and training in such modalities. A 2017 University of California survey published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that hospital patients of all ages were willing to pay out of pocket for healthier food, therapeutic massage and energy work.

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“Research has repeatedly shown that even with full medical access and optimal medical treatments, a population’s health improves by only about 15 to 20 percent. The rest comes from lifestyle, environment and the social and personal determinants of health. Even factors like emotional health, what you feel is your purpose in life and what motivates you to be healthy plays a role,” says physician Wayne Jonas, in Alexandria, Virginia, a clinical professor of family medicine at Georgetown University and former director of the World Health Organization Center for Traditional Medicine. As executive director of Samueli Integrative Health Programs, which aims

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A 2016 meta-analysis by Taipei Medical University published in the journal PLOS ONE concluded that certain applications of acupuncture reduce pain and opioid use on the first day after surgery. Acupuncture—an ancient modality based on the concept of energy meridians in the body— is also offered in many major hospitals to offset the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. Acupuncture treatments at the Mayo Clinic are given in a calming atmosphere of soft lighting and music, and performed by trained doctors, as well as licensed acupuncturists with a firm TCM foundation. Integrative health care addresses the emotions that accompany a cancer diagnosis, and patients undergoing conventional treatment now have access to not only acupuncture but therapeutic massage, meditation, movement therapy, clinical aromatherapy, herbal applications, biofeedback and yoga. Millstine says of the Mayo Clinic, “We have oncology-trained massage providers who are comfortable with what is and what isn’t safe after someone has had a cancer diagnosis and/ or treatment.” Jonas highlights that when given under the supervision of a doctor and with conventional cancer care, comple-

mentary therapies may help people to manage cancer symptoms, boost overall well-being, better handle side effects of treatment and reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. “Integrative cancer care can help by activating one’s ability to heal and feel better physically and emotionally,” he says. “Lectures on nutrition, yoga classes and support groups for cancer patients are now common.” The Urban Zen Integrative Therapy Program, launched by American fashion designer Donna Karan in 2009 after her husband died from cancer, partners with heavy hitters such as the American Cancer Society and the Beth Israel Medical Center, in New York City. In many hospital settings, Urban Zen is creating “Zen dens”, calming nooks where staff can discuss cases with colleagues, take a break for selfcare or talk to their patients in a nurturing environment. Urban Zen’s dedication to healthcare integration is international and promotes therapeutic applications of reiki, essential oil therapy, nutrition and other contemplative care.

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“Alternative therapies are no longer considered ‘alternative’ when conventional medicine adopts them—for example, using calcium and vitamin D supplements,

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to make integrative health regular and routine, Jonas emphasizes that patients become healthier and medical costs are reduced when they are engaged in the healing process. For Jonas, the shift toward integrative health care has become most evident during the current opioid crisis and the search for non-pharmacological approaches like acupuncture and therapeutic massage therapy for pain management. “The evidence body for many of these approaches has grown tremendously over just the past five years, and has shown a spotlight on what works and what doesn’t. These approaches are now recommended in national guidelines as mainstream for chronic pain.” Denise Millstine, integrative physician and internal medicine specialist at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, concurs: “The opiate crisis is an example of the need to broaden our clinical toolbox to incorporate care strategies that are less risky. I believe this change has been multifactorial, based on patient demand and more awareness of the importance of lifestyle management.” Patient demand is also fueled by a desire to avoid medication side effects. In 1998, the Journal of the American Medical Association reported that 106,000 hospital deaths take place each year from adverse reactions to prescription drugs. With more than half of Americans already taking a pharmaceutical drug, and three being the average, adverse side effects can easily mount in a hospital setting. For Millstine, integrative medicine offers many solutions. “We might recommend the best medication or provide cutting-edge therapies, but without considering stress management, resilience, movement and what people ingest, it’s hard to get optimal results. Integrative medicine expanded my approach to include nutrition, exercise, mind-body (connection), spirituality and other medical philosophies like Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in the patient’s therapeutic plan.”

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Holistic Nursing’s Role

Collaborating with physicians and holistic practitioners, nurses play a key role in integrative hospital care. “We all work together to facilitate the client towards a higher level of well-being. Each profession brings something to the table,” says Margaret Erickson, in Cedar Park, Texas, CEO of the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation. The nurse’s role in a patient’s healing journey is an intimate one, and holistic nurses ensure that the whole patient is tended to. “The roots of holistic nursing, grounded in holism,

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which are a standard consideration,” says Millstine. “With highdeductible plans, many patients are accustomed to paying out of pocket for care, thus making payment for alternative providers possibly more palatable.” Reiki, a Japanese form of energy medicine once considered alternative, is now offered at major hospitals like Yale New Haven, where it’s given free of charge to cancer patients. Many hospitals are also offering classes in energy work to families of patients, hospital staff and the community. “A medical doctor introduced me to the practice when my grandmother was diagnosed with lung cancer,” says Denise Baron, a Philadelphia-based reiki practitioner who works with referrals from clients and wellness professionals. “A hospital does not hire me directly, but the staff know I am available. I’ve worked on patients post-surgery, during and after births, people with cancer and people in hospice. I would say 96 percent of clients walk away with a deep experience of peace, harmony and lower stress levels.” Most recently, she has seen an increase in nurses asking for support during stressful times, with many wanting to learn how to practice reiki themselves. According to a 2017 study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, reiki is more effective than a placebo and activates the parasympathetic nervous system via the vagus nerve. Results include lower blood pressure and less anxiety and depression. Other research shows that the modality also reduces nausea, improves appetite and lessens fatigue.

were verbalized over 150 years ago by Florence Nightingale,” says Erickson. “She believed in the mind-body-spirit-emotion connections and that all aspects need to be nurtured in order for people to heal.” Due to increased demand, more nursing schools are creating educational programs grounded in holistic philosophy, she says. “What makes a nurse holistic is not the skills or alternative therapies she/he/they do, but rather how they show up in their interactions with others. They value and recognize that they are gifted with sharing a person’s most vulnerable moments, and that this shared space is sacred.” Some holistic nurses may use healing therapies such as guided imagery, aromatherapy, energy work, bodywork, deep breathing, mindfulness and meditation to help both their clients and other healthcare providers. Those in the field of integrative medicine agree that the future of medicine is now. “People are becoming more self-aware and taking responsibility for their health and life. Consciousness is growing [by] leaps and bounds,” says Baron. Jonas, drawing on 40 years of experience, agrees. “By working as partners with our patients to help find the care that works for them, we can help them achieve better health and quality of life.” Marlaina Donato is the author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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oving into a house, office or any new space prompts us to envision bright days ahead filled with hope and joy. Perhaps this is why, from first-century Christians praying to dissuade evil influences to the Mayans smudging herbs to welcome positive energy, the act of blessing a house is such a time-honored tradition. Whether held in private or with a group of kindred souls, with or without religious elements, blessing a new dwelling takes the concept of housewarming to a sacred level. A house blessing can temper the hair-pulling stresses of a move and be a wonderful way to restore harmony after life gives us a jolt, be it a job loss, a broken relationship, a loved one’s passing or an illness. Simple gestures of intention, sprinkled with some beauty, enable us to claim our space and sow a new beginning. Arranging seasonal blooms in jeweltoned vases, scattering fresh rose petals over the threshold or misting the air with ethereal scents consecrates what might otherwise seem mundane. Singing a favorite song, whispering a spontaneous prayer or reciting a Buddhist chant during the flurry of unpacking invites calm and attracts benevolent influences. Pungent smudges of

dried, white sage, sweetgrass, pine or lilac flowers help dissolve unpleasant memories and energetic imprints from the past. Honoring the four elements of earth, air, fire and water can create balance and celebrate ancient customs. Adding one or more essential oils to a spray bottle filled with distilled water or culinary rose water is an easy way to mist the air and the space inside drawers, closets and cupboards before filling or refilling them. Hanging fresh evergreens, leafy branches or tufts of blossoms over doorways evokes what 10th-century mystic and healer Hildegard of Bingen called veriditas—the greening energy of the Earth. Employing a crystal or Tibetan singing bowl, beating a shamanic drum or playing an instrument in select rooms can charge the atmosphere with fiery hope. Opening windows, even briefly during cooler seasons, invites in the fresh air of possibility. Stepping into a new life—or revitalizing an existing one—is one of the most beautiful acts of caring for soul and self. Blessing our spaces is also an expression of gratitude, something that can make any life wonderful. Marlaina Donato is an author and recording artist. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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ne of the top New Year’s resolutions is to lose weight, and to that end, millions of Americans go on a diet each year. As we look to reset after holiday indulgences, nutrition experts say it’s a great time to cultivate healthy, longterm eating habits rather than unsustainable diets that lead us in circles. “A ‘live it’ is better than a diet: small, manageable changes you can live with over time,” says Lisa Mallonee, a registered dietician and professor at the Texas A&M College of Dentistry, in Dallas. “People get focused on losing 15 pounds, but once they get to the finish line, they don’t have a plan for after and often end up regaining the weight.” While navigating the labyrinth of nutrition information can be tough, eat22

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ing better is actually simple, says David Katz, M.D., founder of both the YaleGriffin Prevention Research Center and the nonprofit True Health Initiative, and co-author of How to Eat: All Your Food and Diet Questions Answered. “There are two general shifts to make: first, to less processed foods, and second, to more plant-based foods,” says Katz. In making such shifts, Mallonee suggests applying the 80/20 rule to food. “If 80 percent of the time you are making healthy choices, and the other 20 percent of the time you allow splurges, you’re less likely to feel deprived and revert to old ways.” Katz agrees that small shifts are more likely to stick, in part because of our adaptable palates. “If you commit to

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improving your diet little by little, you will find that taste buds are adaptable fellas that will learn to love the foods they are with. For example, try something as simple as switching from regular soda to diet to seltzer to water over time.” The good news for dieters with questions, suggests Katz, is there is no one superior diet. “You can have a high-quality diet whether you are flexitarian, pescatarian or vegetarian, low-carb or high-carb,” he says. For Jill Weisenberger, a registered dietitian nutritionist, in Yorktown, Virginia, and author of The Overworked Person’s Guide to Better Nutrition, a healthy diet comes down to three meals a day, each with a good source of protein and fiber. “When losing weight, it’s especially important to eat enough protein so you don’t lose muscle mass with the fat,” she says, suggesting a target of 25 to 35 grams of fiber a day, achieved through a diverse diet that focuses on fruits, vegetables and legumes. Katz, Mallonee and Weisenberger all caution against a diet like keto that restricts many nourishing foods only because they contain carbs. “There is no evidence of long-term safety or benefit of keto,” says Katz. “A truly keto diet cuts out a lot of highly nutritious foods like fruit, grains and beans, all associated with better health and longer life. I think a diet excluding these foods would be a colossal mistake.”

Weighing In While it’s not healthy to obsess over numbers on the scale, it is important to understand the health risks of carrying extra weight, particularly around the middle. “Belly fat is a concern for co-morbidities like pre-diabetes, diabetes, increased blood pressure and even sleep apnea,” says Mallonee, stating that women should aim for a waist circumference of less than 35 inches and men of less than 40. Katz advises that the effects of abdominal fat can vary. “Certain ethnicities are extremely vulnerable to excess weight around the middle, which can result in insulin resistance and metabolic mayhem. However, many people can gain consid-

erable amounts of weight and show no metabolic effects,” he says, suggesting that a comprehensive health checkup can clear up any doubts. Physiologically, it is hard to keep weight off, says Weisenberger, but people should not get discouraged if they fall short of their goals. “If you are overweight, you will get an enormous boost from the first 5 to 10 percent of weight loss—it’s much more important than that last 5 to 10 percent.” While weight loss is an exercise in delayed gratification, the power of highquality food is immediate, advises Katz. “You can improve the quality of your immune response with a single meal. It’s the gift that keeps on giving, too, as those positive health benefits accumulate over time.” Connect with Washington, D.C., freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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or 2021, fitness will be more about better health and inner peace rather than weight loss. Gyms and studios will be on the top of their game adhering to hygiene standards and offering safer environments with smaller class capacity and vitamin D-enhanced outdoor sessions. From remote coaching to cost-effective wellness apps, the workout will get a fresh makeover.

High-Tech Wellness Pandemic repercussions in 2020 amped up client demand for alternatives and also inspired trainers to get more creative. “I’ve enjoyed working with private clients virtually through FaceTime and Zoom. It has required me to create more precision with my training programs depending on what each client has at their home or home gym,” says Hollywood, California, fitness trainer Ridge Davis. “Results have been going through the roof because my clients are more likely to dive into healthy routines and meal plans with my daily guidance.” For those that cannot find local, inperson fitness provisions, subscriptions to streaming-fitness websites like DailyBurn. 24

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com and OnePeloton.com provide plenty of guides to workouts from yoga to musclebuilding. Health apps can tailor individual wellness strategies for the new year. “Fitness and health apps are becoming more popular, and trainers are able to interact with clients all over the world. If you are like me, you need accountability if you cannot meet your trainer directly,” says Dominic Kennedy, a personal trainer in Los Angeles and creator of the newly launched fitness and nutrition app Dominic Effect. “Nutrition is also going to be key now more than ever. Apps will help keep you in check and on track with your food and goals, helping to set up monthly meal plans, as well as recipe suggestions.” Wearable tech in the form of watches and smart clothing will be another hit in 2021, providing accurate readings on calories burned, number of daily steps and even heart rate and blood pressure.

Virtual Variety, No Pressure Having the option to work out at home might motivate more people to begin a fitness routine without the pressure of com-

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paring with others. Sampling classes online can help them find what they like before they sign up at their local gym or studio. “Virtual fitness classes provide an opportunity for people to test out different instructors at different times all around the country and even the world,” says Paris Alexandra, co-founder of the BK Yoga Club, in New York City. “People are now realizing the things we can control is our breath and our bodies. Because of this, there’s an appreciation of our capacity, challenging ourselves to try something new.” Even with gym cutbacks, there is a silver lining. “One of my private weight-loss clients has loved our FaceTime workouts so much that she swears she will never go back to in-person training with a coach,” says Chicago-based Stephanie Mansour, host of the weekly national PBS show Step it Up With Steph. “Even on vacation or while traveling, people can still get in their workout because everything is virtual. Trainers also win because they can still do their job, but at a distance.” Me-time with a private virtual coach will offer a tailored regimen for those that prefer a one-on-one experience. Mansour

muses, “Private fitness and health coaching sessions will be the hottest trend in 2021. By now, many people’s excitement toward their ‘pandemic workout’ is waning, and they’ll be looking for a totally customized approach to kickstart their motivation and goals.”

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Allies for Body and Mind Davis predicts there’ll be greater appreciation for stress-recovery tools such as massage guns for percussive self-treatments, foam rollers to release muscle tightness and stretching apps, noting, “There’s so much noise, uncertainty and anxiety that has come with this pandemic; on-demand meditation classes will be huge.” Mansour concurs, “Focusing on finding inner peace, meditating and positive programming are all huge trends that have emerged due to COVID. By getting your head in the game, you’re 75 percent of the way to your goal.” Mostly, 2021 will be a year for selfcare. “I think growth mindset is everything right now,” says Kennedy. “We need to fill our minds with positive affirmations, thoughts or whatever it is that makes you light up inside.” Marlaina Donato is an author and recording artist. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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hen Jackie Jones’ 4-year-old at PisforPregnant.com, benefitted by Ronica advice O’Hara daughter had a persistent from a growing trend among pediatricians. runny nose and cough, three The number of doctors that self-identify as visits to the pediatrician proved fruitless. holistic by joining the integrative medicine “He would see us for two minutes, listen section of the American Academy of Pedito her chest, saying she had ‘a cold’, and yet atrics has grown from a dozen in the early still prescribe an antibiotic and steroid that 1990s to more than 400 today, says Kathi would just trash her immune system,” the Kemper, M.D., an Ohio State University Atlanta mom says. “She ended up developpediatrics professor who founded the secing pneumonia in both lungs that landed tion and authored The Holistic Pediatrician. her in the hospital.” “Holistic pediatricians are interested This propelled Jones to switch her in helping children and families meet children’s care to a holistic pediatritheir health goals, not just diagnosing and dispensing drugs,” she says. “We use an cian. “He actually listens to me and takes evidence-informed approach, including all time with his patients, and recommends appropriate therapies and therapists, with vitamins and supplements to keep them a strong emphasis on healthy lifestyle behealthy, in comparison to just handing out antibiotics,” she says. On the first visit, he haviors such as diet, exercise, sleep, stress queried Jones about family use of shammanagement, social and emotional skills, spirituality and a healthy environment.” poos, soaps and cleaning products that might contain chemicals. “Definitely not Many pediatricians report they want a conversation I had with my old pediatrito know more about integrative approaches because of their frustration in treating the cian!” she related. chronic conditions in one-quarter to one-half Jones, who dispenses pregnancy

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of the children they see, as well as to answer questions posed by Google-savvy parents. Yet most pediatricians have limited training in natural health and are wary to suggest such approaches, and parents are often reluctant to disclose their use of natural methods. Holistic pediatricians, on the other hand, typically get additional training in healing modalities that allows them to integrate natural options into mainstream methods. Unlike many pediatricians in busy clinics that can see a child only briefly, holistic pediatricians typically take longer. “It’s not a one-size-fits-all conventional approach,” says holistic pediatrician Elisa Song, of Belmont, California, who blogs at HealthyKidsHappyKids.com. For a child with asthma, for example, Song checks for environmental, dietary or social triggers, including mold, food allergies or sensitivities and stress. She looks for underlying biomedical imbalances such as nutritional deficiencies, abnormal gut microbes and signs of a leaky gut. “Based upon clinical and laboratory findings, an

initial treatment plan may include elimination of food sensitivities, supplementation with a 3-6-9 fish oil and magnesium, and mindfulness exercises that incorporate diaphragmatic breathing,” she says. Pediatric naturopaths are another option for parents. These doctors typically start from a natural medicine perspective, are trained in herbs and nutrition, and collaborate with bodyworkers, physical therapists and counselors. “Really, anything that helps a child thrive,” says pediatric naturopath Kathryn Purvis, of Tempe, Arizona. “We use treatments that are gentle and safe, but are also trained to use conventional treatments if necessary.” Naturopaths undergo a four-year postgraduate medical education like pediatricians, but do not complete an additional three years of pediatric residency, although they can do internships and take courses for certification. In 26 states, they can prescribe pharmaceuticals and administer vaccines. Purvis is the primary care provider for about 75 percent of the children she sees and provides adjunctive care for specific condi-

tions with the rest. For example, one child with chronic ear infections was facing ear tube surgery on the advice of a pediatrician; after his parents followed her advice to take him off dairy and give him certain supplements and a homeopathic remedy, the condition cleared up. Chiropractors that specialize in pediatrics, although not usually a child’s primary doctor, correct misalignments of the cranium, spine and pelvis using extra-low force, “like checking the ripeness of a tomato,” says pediatric chiropractor Kaleb Scroggin, of Savannah, author of the children’s book C is for Chiropractor. For example, treating a constipated, breast-fed baby usually produces immediate results, he says, adding that adjustments can also help infants with latching issues, painful gas, reflux and general irritability. “My goal is to see how healthy I can help your child become,” he advises. Ronica O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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When seeking a pediatrician, integrative or not, holistic pediatrician Natalie W. Geary, of Miami, founder of vedaHEALTH (VedaHealth.com), says, “My best advice is to look for a pediatrician that has open communication skills, that listens well and that has the confidence to engage in a Q&A without getting defensive and ruffled. There are several questions to ask that will help guide you.” In addition, she provides tips on what to look for in the answers. 1. Will you be talking to us about our baby’s nutrition in detail? Pediatricians trained in integrative medicine recognize that children’s health is fundamentally grounded in what they eat. They need to recognize the impact of poor nutrition on a baby’s growing and developing brain, especially in the first three years of life, and be

patient in helping parents navigate food intolerances—not just food allergies—as well as developmental stages and feeding behavior. 2. How do you feel about adjunct therapies such as craniosacral massage, acupuncture and Ayurveda? The important thing here is not that they necessarily offer these things, but that they are informed about their benefits and are not dismissive or judgmental, and that they are open to working with the other healers and practitioners involved. 3. What are your thoughts on antibiotics? Some pediatricians may be defensive about this, but it’s worth asking politely to see if they are open to a conversation about when alternatives might be useful, especially for things like ear infections.

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Terry Wahls on Taking Control of Chronic Conditions by Sandra Yeyati

wenty years ago, University of Iowa Clinical Professor of Medicine Terry Wahls was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). Conventional treatments didn’t work, and her health deteriorated to the point where she was wheelchair-bound and facing a progressively grim future. Through rigorous scientific study and clinical trials, she developed a groundbreaking diet and lifestyle protocol that allows people to take control of their health, reversing many chronic disease states, including her own. She is the author of The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles, as well as an accompanying cookbook, The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life.

What is your personal journey with multiple sclerosis? In 2000, I had problems walking, which led to the MS diagnosis. After consulting the best doctors and taking the newest drugs, I went downhill anyway. At my lowest point, already in a tilt-recline wheelchair, I realized that conventional medicine wasn’t going to stop my decline into a bedridden, possibly demented state with intractable face pain due to trigeminal neuralgia. My physicians introduced me to the work of Loren Cordain, who developed the paleo diet, so after 20 years of being a vegetarian, I went back to eating meat; gave up grains, legumes and dairy. I also studied the basic science for animal models of multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and ALS, and decided that mitochondria—the organelles that generate the energy that cells use to run the chemistry of life—were leading to my early loss of myelin and brain cells. I also discovered The Institute for Functional Medicine and took their course in 28

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neuroprotection. Based on the science, I devised a supplement program to support my mitochondria. My decline slowed. Then came my “Aha!” moment: What if I redesigned my paleo diet, combining ancestral health with functional medicine principles, relying less on supplements and more on food to support my mitochondria? I did that, and my pain, brain fog and fatigue resolved. I began to get stronger, started walking. In three months, I was able to go for a bike ride with my family around the block for the first time in six years. It felt miraculous. It changed the way I think about disease and how I practice medicine. I now talk to patients about diet, lifestyle, exercise, toxics exposures and stress management, and I’m able to stabilize, reverse and greatly improve their blood pressure, blood sugar, pain and chronic diseases that I was struggling to manage using the latest drugs.

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People who maintain a sense of control have more robust immune function and are generally healthier. Many of my patients say that their diagnosis ended up being a tremendous gift because it allowed them to take stock of their lives and understand their priorities. That’s true for me. If I eat gluten, dairy or eggs, or I’m exposed to too much stress or toxins, my trigeminal neuralgia will turn on and I’ll have horrific facial pain, but I consider it to be a tremendous gift, because that’s my barometer for the inflammation levels in my brain, which reminds me to look at my triggers and recommit to my self-care. We teach patients how to track their biosensors.

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No. I still have the genetic vulnerability and lesions in my spinal cord, and will always be sensitive to gluten, dairy and eggs. If I become severely stressed or don’t sleep, I’ll probably have a problem again. I caution all of my patients: If you go back to your previous diet and lifestyle, your disease states will return.

Isn’t it easier to just take a prescription drug for symptoms?

It’s a smaller level of effort, but they’re not cures, either. The underlying disease state progresses, so people typically need higher doses of their medications. They also develop co-morbid diagnoses that require new medications. Conventional medicine is effective for some symptom improvements, but it has never been evaluated for improving global health, whereas studies have shown that improving diet quality and incorporating exercise and meditation will improve multiple chemical pathways in the body, gene expression and your microbiome, and dramatically improve health outcomes across many disease states. For more information, including diet protocol guidelines and online courses, visit TerryWahls.com. Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com. January 2021 29

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FRUGAL WELLNESS Healthy Living on a Tight Budget

by Yvette C. Hammett

iving healthy on a tight budget may seem like a daunting task, but by setting up a self-care plan, prioritizing and shopping smart, the barriers can seem not quite so tall. With so many people unemployed or under-employed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for workable options is more important than ever. A sports and nutrition company, My Protein, did a study that shows the average American spends $155 per month on health and fitness. That’s $112,000 over a lifetime. There are, however, strategies that can lower these costs. Jen Smith, a financial writer and cohost of the podcast Frugal Friends, often talks about ways to spend less, save money and be in control of our spending. “You may spend more up front or more on the things you really care about, but cutting out the waste or things that are not so necessary can be a huge cost savings. This is not just for a penny-pinching, stay-athome mom. Being frugal doesn’t mean

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you are a cheapskate, but being wise with the limited resources that you have.” Smith says she had a pricey membership to a cross-fit gym, but in the long run, staying in shape can greatly reduce the costs of health care and prescriptions. “Any way you can stay active is what you need to do. Spending money in any way that gets you to commit to and consistently move your body is the answer.” Focus on eating good food and moving your body, Smith says. “When emphasis is placed more on that and on self-care, you save more money.” The National Institute on Aging recommends several ways to eat healthy on a budget: use coupons, consider purchasing store brands, know that convenience costs more, focus on priority foods, buy store-brand organics and forgo fresh for frozen organics. Sotiria Everett, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Family, Population & Preventive Medicine at the Stony Brook Renaissance School of Medicine, in New York, agrees. “One thing

to consider is seasonality. If out of season and organic, that will increase the cost. If you want clean living and healthy eating for the planet, that doesn’t make sense either, because of the cost of fuel and the pollution involved.” Everett recommends frequenting farmers’ markets because they offer seasonal, fresh, local, organic produce that is easier on the wallet and better for health. Her favorite tip is, “Learn how to plant foods. You don’t need a lot of space, but do need sun and water access. You can keep it organic. A couple of seeds can give you a whole season’s worth of produce.” Jody Gatewood, assistant state nutrition program specialist for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and a registered dietitian, works with people on tight budgets through the university’s Spend Smart Eat Smart program. “We do a lot with families with young children,” she says. “They are on a budget and concerned about having enough food to eat. One thing we teach a lot, and it helps with a budget, is to plan your meals. Look and see what is on sale at the grocery store. If there’s a big meat sale, buy it then and use it throughout. I think what happens is if we don’t plan, we go to a restaurant or get convenience foods which can really add up.” Fresh, frozen, canned and dried foods can all have a part in our diet, she says. “I use a lot of frozen vegetables. If you use frozen, you just heat it up and it is ready to go. Protein can be expensive, so have some meals where black beans or lentils are the source of protein. Have that balance.” As for healthcare costs, Smith recommends to those that cannot afford typical insurance or costly prescriptions in their budget to consider using manufacturer discounts and a service like GoodRx.com, which details how much prescriptions will cost at different pharmacies. Consider using a “sharing ministry” for other costs, Smith says. With Liberty HealthShare, for example, people pay in every month and are billed like a cash payer when they have a medical bill while Liberty pays the cash. “When a doctor or hospital is billing an insurance company, they try to get as much as they can, but cash payers pay a lower amount,” she says. Yvette C. Hammett is a freelance writer from Valrico, Florida. She can be reached at YvetteHammettHull49@gmail.com.

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mma, a mini-schnauzer mix, was 4 years old when she started acting like a senior lacking zest for running or playing. After being treated by an integrative veterinarian for one month, she regained vibrancy. “She’s 6 years old now, and she’s her normal, barky, running, zig-zagging self,” says Yvonnda Agent, a volunteer with animal transport rescue operations, near Rockvale, Tennessee. Agent’s practitioner determined Emma had kidney issues that were slowing her down. Upon deeper investigation, these problems were found to be the only visible symptom of a tick-borne illness. Once given immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory and liver-detox herbs, the dog made a full recovery.

tend to treat the symptoms, versus treating the root cause of disease, which is why a majority of the time, the symptoms return when the drug is finished,” says veterinarian Katie Woodley, in Fort Collins, Colorado, who blogs at TheNaturalPetDoctor.com. “With a holistic approach, we look at the nutrition, gut health and how all the systems are connected … and resolve the imbalance.” Holistic veterinarians may specialize in acupuncture, herbal medicine, kinesiology, chiropractic, laser therapy or any of many other natural modalities as an adjunct to conventional medicine. They first must earn a doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) degree and then may pursue optional holistic training. Following this path can take a great deal of time.

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Getting to the root cause of the condition is what integrative veterinarians are known for. They combine both conventional and holistic medicine, may use fewer drugs and limit vaccinations. “With conventional medicine, we

At the Franklin Road Animal Hospital, in Brentwood, Tennessee, Mark C. Ingram, DVM, has found inadequate nutrition from low-quality foods at the root of most health problems. High-quality food helps animals absorb nutrients needed for

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optimal well-being. “The first ingredient should always be meat, and we like limited-ingredient foods due to the numerous allergies we see,” says Ingram. “Every case of cancer that we have seen in the last 20 years has food allergies. Every torn cruciate and every paralyzed dog with disc problems has food allergies. It is also the most underlying cause for ear infections and cystitis.” This was the case with Gabby, a 3-year-old mini-schnauzer that Agent rescued about a year ago. “She came to us with a bottle of ear solution and a history of green pus in her ears,” says Agent. Gabby’s medical history indicated that the ears, in addition to digestive problems, had been unsuccessfully treated with antibiotics and changes in diet. “Our holistic vet recommended a raw diet with no grains and no starchy vegetables. Gabby hasn’t had a single instance of ear irritation since,” says Agent, who believes that whole foods served as medicine and now serve as prevention for her pets.

Vexing Vaccinations There is ongoing debate whether pet vaccination boosters that may be required by law or strongly recommended by vets provide increased protection or are harmful. Mounting evidence says that they are often overdone: for example, both five-pound and 100-pound dogs receive the same dosage. Yet vaccinations do prevent some serious diseases. “We do not like to over-vaccinate, but provide appropriate protection by minimal vaccination and encourage titers,” says Ingram. Titers are blood tests used to determine if a pet’s antibodies are high enough from a previous vaccination to warrant a booster shot for the specific disease. “Many of the core vaccines that your pet needs to be protected from diseases like parvovirus and distemper actually provide lifelong immunity with one vaccine,” says Woodley.

Choosing a Veterinarian Commonly, people seek holistic veterinarians after they have had success with human integrative medicine. But finding such a provider isn’t simple. “My clientele regularly travels one to four hours for a consultation,” says Ingram, who fully understands that demand is outstripping supply for integrative veterinary care. The American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association, which has 1,500 members, has a search-by-state feature that also lists the modalities practiced by each veterinarian at ahvma.org/find-aholistic-veterinarian. In addition, Woodley, Ingram and others offer telehealth or long-distance consults. In lieu of finding a vet that is listed as holistic, pet parents can call clinics to ask questions about alternative treatments. Some facilities are more flexible than others. Choosing a veterinarian is a personal decision for owners. “I feel that traditional versus holistic care is simply sick care versus well care,” says Agent. “Their quality of life is so important to me and they’re solely dependent on the choices I make for them. I’m going to choose well care.” Julie Peterson writes from rural Wisconsin and has contributed to Natural Awakenings for more than a decade. Contact her at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE OLD AND NEW

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Serving each person in body, mind and spirit to reach their highest light “Dr. Stager’s practice in West Palm Beach consists of integrating the best of Eastern and Western medicine, especially using gentle hands-on body work, body/mind energy work and acupuncture. Dr. Stager treats a wide variety of patients from all over the world, of all ages, ranging from newborn to elderly; from common general health to neuromusculoskeletal problems.”

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cupuncture is being rediscovered in America and flourishing with a momentum matched only by its efficacy. Acupuncture is both old and new. It has been found in various forms in various cultures for thousands of years, and new and exciting discoveries about its mechanisms of action and ability to treat most illnesses and injuries surface every day. Professional and popular books, journals and research papers in every language are just the tip of the iceberg promoting and explaining this exciting phenomenon. So where did it come from and how did it get here? Acupuncture’s long and winding road began thousands of years ago when ancient peoples around the world began using sharp objects to treat their ailments. Stone needles were invented in China around 4000 B.C. The most important written records in China began with the “Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Diseases” (from about 500-200 B.C.), which formed the basis for the hundreds of Chinese textbooks on the subject that followed over the centuries. The ancient Egyptian papyrus scrolls from 1550 B.C. discuss lines of energy throughout the body, which we now call meridians. Acupuncture was used by the Ayurvedic physicians in India for thousands of years. Various forms of acupuncture, using simple sharp objects, were practiced by such diverse groups and cultures as South African Bantu tribes, Arabs in North Africa and Arabia, Eskimos (Inuit) and South American natives. Chinese acupuncture concepts spread all over Asia, including and especially in Japan, Korea and Southeast Asian countries, where it blended with and was shaped by the local populations.

Since the 16th century, acupuncture and acupuncture texts were translated and brought to Europe, especially France and Germany, where it is taught today in many modern medical schools as part of the curriculum for physicians in training. Again, acupuncture is refined and modified with each culture, even in modern Europe. The French especially have provided some of the most important research and advances in ear acupuncture, called auriculotherapy or auricular medicine, where the entire body can be diagnosed and treated thru the ear, using either tiny needles or electrical stimulation. In America, acupuncture came over from Europe with the early colonists. Dr. Franklin Bache, Benjamin Franklin’s great grandson, wrote the first medical acupuncture article in the U.S. in 1825, entitled “Memoirs on Acupuncture” and translated French acupuncture textbooks into English. Dr. Edward Warren’s 1863 medical and surgical text discussed the use of acupuncture and acupressure, and acupuncture was used during the U.S. Civil War. Sir William Osler, one of the most famous physicians of the 19th century, in his “Principles and Practice of Medicine” textbook for doctors in 1892, recommended acupuncture for the treatment of many conditions, especially back pain and sciatica. He wrote, “For lumbago, acupuncture is, in acute cases, the most efficient treatment”. Acupuncture research has blossomed and expanded exponentially in the last fifty years, mostly in China, Japan, Europe, America and Canada. Tens of thousands of research articles and books have been printed in dozens of languages. Almost all known diseases, every organ system in the body as well as psychiatric conditions are affected by acupuncture and have all been researched using acupuncture. The many systems with their multiple effects help describe a working model of a multisystem information network all contributing to the explanations of the various aspects of acupuncture. The latest scientific equipment, including scans and microscopy have been used to examine and explain everything from the acupuncture points themselves

to ultimately the treatment effects as well. For instance, acupuncture points as seen under the microscope are found to be vertical columns with the tissue, nerves and blood vessels concentrated and organized in a distinctive fashion. Acupuncture points have a lowered electrical resistance, allowing for increased electrical conductance along fascial planes in the body. Technetium 99, a radioactive tracer, when injected into acupuncture points, diffuses in trajectories which topographically correspond to classically described acupuncture pathways or meridians, giving substantial and modern proof of these ancient phenomena. Interestingly, acupuncture analgesia is the most thoroughly researched physical modality in medicine. More is known about its mechanisms of action than many of our modern drugs, especially the anesthetic gases. The FDA, in 1996, has reclassified acupuncture needles as medical devices, and the National Institutes of Health is spending millions of dollars on acupuncture research. Legislation is in Congress right now trying to get acupuncture accepted by Medicare. The World Health Organization (WHO), recognizes and encourages the use of acupuncture for a variety of conditions, and mainstream medical organizations like the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) “recognizes that acupuncture may be a part of the armamentarium of qualified and licensed physicians.”

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We encourage our readers to explore and investigate the old and new world of acupuncture and discover for yourself its many natural benefits. William H. Stager, DO, MS, MPH, FAAFP, FAMA, FAAO, FACOFP AOBNMM Board Certified: Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine/ Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. AOBFP Board Certified: Family Medicine. Medical Acupuncture. Clinical Professor, Department of Family Medicine, NSUCOM. Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Family Medicine, LECOM Medical Director, Flagler Institute for Rehabilitation, Inc. 311 Golf Road, Suite 1100, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 Tel. 561-832-1894, Fax 561-832-1590. January 2021 35

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JANUARY 1, 2021 CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR ON THE LANES at Bowlero Jupiter ! Start off 2021 with a strike! We’re offering special packages for New Year’s Eve day, New Year’s Eve night and New Year’s Day! Having your own lane and unlimited bowling during your reservation is the perfect way to celebrate with family and friends. Book online and enjoy contactless payment and a faster check-in experience. 350 Maplewood Drive, Jupiter, FL 33458 (561)743-9200 SDI Wreck Specialty Course Jupiter Dive Center, 561-745-7807. 1001 N Alternate A1A Ste 113, Jupiter, FL 33477 Jupiter FL. Live Music Every Saturday Harbor side Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar Live Music: Thu-Sat: 4-8PM | Sun: 2-6PM 561.406.6631 Sensory Saturdays: Special Explora36

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tion Hours at the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium. On the 1st Saturday of each month, all families affected by autism spectrum disorder are invited to explore SFSCA during a special morning visit from 9-10 a.m. – before we open to the public (please note: this time has been changed to fit our new COVID-19 guidelines*).*Note: The mask requirement is relaxed during this time only since there are fewer people in the building and social distance can be kept. Experience our exhibits without heavy crowds when we have softened general lighting and decreased the noise level and visual stimulation on interactive exhibits wherever possible. Our facility is also ADA accessible and wheelchair friendly! South Florida Science Center and Aquarium 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405 Mon - Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sat - Sun 10:00am 6:00pm (561) 832-1988 Learn to dive with Jupiter Dive Center! Jupiter Dive Center, 561-745-7807 1001 N Alternate A1A Ste 113, Jupiter, FL 33477 Jupiter FL

JANUARY 7, 2021 MacBeach Speaker Series Public · Hosted by John D. MacArthur Beach State Park. Our monthly MacBeach Speaker Series has moved to every first Thursday of the month from 5pm-6pm!! Join Rachel Shanker, coordinator and manatee master at Manatee Lagoon – An FPL Eco-Discovery Center, as she talks all about manatees in a fun, yet in-depth look at their biology and behavior. Ms. Shanker will draw from her extensive knowledge as one of the center’s educators to share intriguing facts and features of these fascinating marine mammals, in-

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cluding when and why these animals frequent the waters surrounding the center located in Riviera Beach, Florida. Have fun testing your newly-gained manatee knowledge in a quick round of trivia and discover even more by getting answers to your manatee-related questions.

JANUARY 12, 2021 “Building the Blocks: GEMS Club at STEM Studio Jupiter is now virtual! Second Tuesday of every month from 5:30pm - 6:30pm Due to us going virtual, the Wednesday class will be temporarily merged with Tuesday's and the in-person benefits will not be offered. GEMS will continue to be offered virtually for the time being. Each virtual class is $5 per session. Girls have a bright future in Science and GEMS Club will continue to help them shine! It offers the perfect opportunity for young girls in grades 3 - 8 to learn and grow as they discover the exciting world of math, science, engineering and technology. Join our Virtual Sessions with a live educator as we explore different STEM principles and hands-on activities you can do at home. Gift of GEMS 2021 Yearly Enrollment Pass now available! Save time and register ahead for the entire year vs. every month. Click here for the Science Center class (last Tuesday of the month) or here for the STEM Studio Jupiter class (second Tuesday of the month).

JANUARY 26, 2021 “Turning Points-A Gift of Growth” You are invited to join a Free Spiritual Audio Café at 11:00 am – a one hour conference call format discussion hosted by Eckankar. Come share the joy of connecting with positive like-minded friends for a lively and inspirational one-hour

discussion on a wide-variety of spiritually related topics. We hope you can make it!” Presented by The Palm Beach County Eckankar Center, a chapter of Florida Satsang Society, Chartered Affiliate of Eckankar. For more information call our local Eckankar Center at (561)434-2003, find us on www.meetup.com/eckankarinpalmbeach or Facebook at Eckankar Palm Beach Count. For information about Eckankar—The Path of Spiritual Freedom visit www.eckankar.org.

JANUARY 15, 2021 Learn to dive with Jupiter Dive Center January 2021! Jupiter Dive Center, 561-745-7807 1001 N Alternate A1A Ste 113, Jupiter, FL 33477

JANUARY 29, 2021 Zoom Booksignings. Murder on the Beach Bookstore 7 pm. Karen Kendall w/a KD Alden will speak and sign A Mother's Promise $16.99. This event is free and open to the public. Please email murdermb@gate.net for link. Murder On the Beach Mystery Bookstore 104 W Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444 Phone: (561) 279-7790

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HELP WANTED Acupuncturist with existing practice to join established busy Jupiter day spa. Call Tammy, 561.745.9944. PRANIC ENERGY HEALING & SPIRITUAL CLEANSING SERVICES Negative energy removed and replaced for health, prosperity, and life. Energy healing or home/business cleaning. Proven. Referrals. Call/Text Laura 561-762-2311.

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ACUPUNCTURE

BODY SCULPTING ANTI-AGING CENTER OF BOCA

GARDENS WHOLISTIC HEALTHCENTER

Dr. Bill Rice, DC, LAc, DCBCN 4360 Northlake Blvd., 2nd Floor Palm Beach Gardens, 33410 561-439-6644 • Healthy-Answers.com Experience Feeling Great! Dr. Rice – a wholistic physician serving patients since 1977 using Acupuncture, Kinesiology, Gentle Chiropractic care and Nutritional Counseling. We L i s t e n • We C a r e We Get Results.

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE THE HEALING CENTER FOR ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 16244 S. Military Trail Suite 120 Delray Beach FL 33484 phone:561-498-1414 www.drelishaomd.com doctoresther@att.net

Dr. Esther Elisha, AP is a Hadassah Medical School graduate MD practicing alternative medicine. *Acupuncture *Homeopathy *Holistic Therapy *Tailored Wellness Programs *Pain Management *General Health Enhancement We accept all major insurance companies. Call to see if your’s covers acupuncture!

33 SE 4th Street, Suite 102 Boca Raton FL 33432 888-287-3989 AntiAgingCenterOfBoca.com

Specializing in taking years off your face and body without invasive surgery, injections or other painful procedures. Plus acupuncture, facials, waxing and much more.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY ERIN SCHLOYER, CT, LMT SPA LAVAGE

5458 Town Center Rd, Suite 26 Boca Raton, FL 33486 Spalavage.com • erin@spalavage.com 561.617.0607 Spa Lavage is Boca’s premier colon hydrotherapy spa. Research studies suggest that a healthy colon promotes happiness. The atmosphere of Spa Lavage is one of tranquility and cleanliness. It features Grace, an open system, Class II medical device. Grace is similar in design to the Libbe and Angel of Water. The device features a thin, sterile, single-use nozzle and has a flow controller that can adjust the stream of water to provide a gentle and relaxing experience. Lic. MM34363, MA78533

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Colon Care-since 1985 Tequesta / 561-745-9170 Lic #MA0006248 / Lic # MM27361

90% of all sickness starts in the colon. Detoxification center specializing in gentle, caring combination of colonics, massage, and energy work for mind, body and spirit. Disposable speculums & filtered systems. Only registered hydroenterologist in FL-1 of 26 members of American Hydroenterology Association. Ionized Footbath. Now offering AVACEN revolutionary therapy for pain relief and Microcirculation Boost An increase in microcirculation enhances oxygen delivery and nutrition to the skeletal muscles while carrying away toxins. The result… healthier, more relaxed muscles throughout the entire body. Call for details.

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CLAIRVOYANT/ MEDIUM/ INTUITIVE CONSULTANT DR. DEBORAH ARMENTI

www.AMysticalAge.com Empower Yourself/ Holistic, Healer/ Health Coach Life/ Relationship Guide Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 561-285-1479 email: amysticalage@yahoo.com *Psychic Readings *Medical Intuitive* Medium *Clairvoyant* Consultant* Medium* Astrologer* Numerologist* Reiki* Guidance that helps you with when, what and why of past experiences. Guidance in present situation; answers to why re-occurrence's may continue; guidance on how to pave the way, for a more fulfilling future; help that will guide you on your path, which will empower you to a higher level of mind, body and spirit. Expertise include: Relationships, finance, family, health, past life influences, life purpose, path fulfillment, energy healing, spiritual health. For an appointment call 561-285-1479

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY EILEEN YOCHEVED HANDE, BS, MA, LMT (SINCE 1993) The Massage Room at Back in Balance 7035 Beracasa Way, Ste 104 Boca Raton, FL 33433 BodyMassageAndBeyond.com 561-715-6185

Alternative Pain Management and Advanced Massage Therapies *Upledger Certified CranioSacral Therapy *Deep Tissue Massage *Reiki Master, Reflexology *Electro-Therapy Point Stim Certified (ETPS). I have developed innovative approaches to Pain Relief through the integration of these Healing Therapies for the treatment of: Car Accident Injuries, Headaches, TMJ, Stress, Sciatica, Neck and Back pain, Plantar Fasciitis, post surgical stiffness. Even Doctors have become my patients!! MA 14975; MM 10999

DAY RETREATS THERMAE RETREAT DELRAY

Delray 205 NE 5th Terrace Delray Beach, Florida 33444 561-332-5883 ThermaeRetreat.com Thermae Retreat Delray ~ An Organic, Wellness Retreat offering Finnish and Infrared Saunas, Organic Skincare, Sacred Body Work, Custom Massage, Holistic Healing, Meditation. Sauna Memberships available.

DOULA SOUL INSPIRED WELLNESS, HOLISTIC BIRTH CARE

Brooke Sternberg BD, APD, CLC, RMT 561-403-2486 • SoulInspiredWellness.co Offering a holistic approach to childbirth with continuous labor support and ayurvedic postpartum care to cultivate a deep connection between your mind, body, and baby.

FENG SHUI JULI EDWARDS FENG SHUI CONSULTING

561-367-5010 • JEFengShui.com Juli Edwards has been practicing Feng Shui Consulting since 2009. Allow her keen, intuitive eye to safely view your home or office via ZOOM to determine what areas need corrections to help increase your finances and improve your health. Good Feng Shui will help to reduce stress; bringing in love, joy and tranquility. Sometimes a few simple changes can make all the difference. Call 561-367-5010 or visit JEFengShui.com

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HOLISTIC PSYCHIATRIST MADELEINE M CASTELLANOS, MD

Functional Medicine / Holistic Psychiatrist 4800 N Fed Hwy Boca Raton, FL 33431 917.454.8444 * thebodymindmd.com Western medicine would have you believe that medications will “cure” what ails you. I believe that the truth to your health starts with giving your body what it really needs to create health. Let me help you explore what imbalances are creating your symptoms, which toxins are causing dysfunctions in your system, and how to correct these to reverse and prevent “dis”ease. Fatigue, sleep issues, memory problems & dementia, mood changes, hormones, and disease prevention.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE MERNA MATILSKY, M.D.

Board Certified Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and Family Medicine 2900 N. Military Trail, Suite 245 Boca Raton, FL 33431 561-994-2007 • BocaMed.com www.facebook.com/bocaimaginewellness * Functional and Integrative Medicine * Age Management Medicine * Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy * Healthy Lifestyle Management * Weight Loss Programs Call 561/994-2007 to attend a free seminar on the Solution to Imbalanced Hormones.

HERBAL MEDICINE / CBD 21ST CENTURY RELIEF

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GINA KEARNEY

Flower Essence Therapy 725 N. A1A, D-103, Jupiter 561-768-9005 • HerbsAndOwls.com Gina is a Certified Herbalist specializing in Flower Essence Therapy - a vibrational form of healing derived from living flowers that assists in emotional and energetic healing and personal growth.

HOLISTIC HAIR SALON GLISTEN ORGANIC SALON

14545 S. Military Trail Delray Beach, Fl 33484 Phenix Salon Suites Suite 102 Nw Corner Atlantic Ave/ Military 561-767-0371 • glistensalon.com glistenorganic@gmail.com “ Where nature and beauty meet” A hidden jewel in the heart of Central Delray. Come and relax in the serene, private environment while receiving the finest in organic and conventional services and products. Let years of experience and professionalism guide you to Delrays First and Best Organic Salon. Celebrating 12 years.

HOLISTIC VETERINARIAN HEALING HEART

Nancy A. Keller, DVM, CVH, CVA, CVC 222 W. Boynton Beach Blvd. Boynton Beach, FL 33435 561-740-1313 FAX 561-740-0819 Integration of Ancient Wisdom and Modern Medicine. Holistic Veterinary Care for our animal friends. By appointment only.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE DEBORAH A. DEMARTA, MD, FACS, FAARFM

Institute of Colorectal Health & Wellness 218 SW Atlanta Ave, Stuart, 772-539-9556 InstituteHealthWellness.com Anti-Aging, Functional and Regenerative Medicine. Colorectal Surgery and Functional GI, hormone replacement, food allergy and nutritional testing, IV vitamin therapy, heavy metals testing, medical aesthetics, THERMIva vaginal rejuvenation, ThermiSmooth skin tightening, HALO skin resurfacing, BBL BroadBand Light skin therapy, laser hair removal, botox and fillers, skin care, weight loss.

INTERNAL MEDICINE AND HOLISTIC HEALTH DELIA WEISS MD & WELLNESS Traditional Internal Medicine Holistic Health

2828 South Seacrest Blvd., Suite 208 Boynton Beach, FL 33435(561) 243–8783 DeliaWeissMD.com

Adult General Medical Care 18 years and older, we accept insurances, Medicare and direct pay. We routinely manage most medical issues (except surgery, and emotional health under age 35 yrs.). Acute/ chronic illness treated. Blood vessel health. Our separate Holistic Preventive Health practice is by direct pay, not covered by insurance or Medicare. Nutrition, Weight, Anti-aging, Dementia prevention, Nutrient supplement consultation. Serving South Florida Palm Beach County areas. You are invited to join Delia Weiss Internal Medicine take a New Direction in Health with: Telemedicine and private medical text messaging. Closer, accessible communication directly between you and Dr. Weiss. Stronger and faster proactive health and wellness approach, with healthy lifestyle resources. Home visits for Medicare homebound. Email inquiries to Info@DeliaWeissMD.com. Brand new office: 500 Gulfstream Blvd., Suite 202, Delray Beach, FL 33483. Located at the North border of Delray and Boynton Beaches, at the S.W. corner of Federal Hwy. and Gulfstream Blvd., one building West of Dunkin Donuts. (Note: Gulfstream Blvd. is the same street as S.E. 36th Avenue)

INTUITIVE HEALER/HYPNOTIST JANE GRAY FORD 561-827-3319 • janegrayford.com ENERGY ENERGY ENERGY Healing starts and ends in the energy field of the body. Over time blockages occur in the the physical body through karmic, genetic or experiences in this lifetime. This may go on for years creating pain, discomfort and disease in the body. Medically the body is treated and the symptoms go into remission. BUT... the problem may still exist in the energy/auric field.! When this is addressed, the healing is completed. Jane Gray Ford for over 20 years has served the community by releasing the causes of disease through Hypnosis or through an Intuitive understanding of energy frequencies. After experiencing a disease or trauma such as cancer, it is critical that the energy in the auric field be rebalanced.

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MEDITATION

LAURA NORMAN INSPIRED LIFE COACHING AND HOLISTIC REFLEXOLOGY Delray Beach • New York City • The Berkshires 561-272-1220 • 212-532-4404 • 413-854-2615 www.lauranorman.com Laura created Inspired Life Coaching to empower you to: • Release old patterns that no longer serve you • Own your power • Get clear about your goals and priorities regarding relationships, career, prosperity, health and nutrition • Re-discover your greatness • Allow, embrace and manifest the life you desire Experience a unique blend of tools for your mind, body and spirit, including: • Guided imagery and visualization • The power of conscious language • Breath work with Aromatherapy

• Law of Attraction • Love, Forgiveness and Gratitude • Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology Claim your right to live an extraordinary life!

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE & THERAPY BEVERLY DOWDLE, LMT, LLCC

FL Lic#MA6733 Advanced Lymphatic Therapy™ The Therapeutic Alternative 301 Camino Gardens Blvd.,Ste.102 Boca Raton ~ 561-392-3340 www.TheTherapeuticAlternative.com Beverly is a Certified Lymphatic Specialist with over 27 years experience. See and feel the results; glowing skin, reduced swelling/

SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY www.lovetomeditate.org English (561) 715-3996 ~ Dave Español (954) 646-1715 ~ Nestor

If you want more than just stress relief and relaxation, meditation on the Inner Light could be what you have been searching for. Join us for weekly meetings focused on spirituality and meditation. No charge, no donations.

MIND BODY SPIRIT WELLNESS HEALING MOMENTS HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER

“A Healing Playroom” Tracy McDonough MSW LMT 3200 N Federal Highway #107 Boca Raton, FL 33431 561.931.2187 • spa@healingmomentsfl.com Text HEALING to 55312 for more information Visit our mind, body, spirit center. We offer Post-Surgery Lymphatic Drainage, Massage Therapy, Certified Health Coaching, Physical Therapy, Reiki/Quantum Touch Healing, Vibroacoustic Sound Therapy, Meditation, Chakra Balancing, BEMER Therapy, Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna, Kangen Water and many other healing products and services. We focus on goals such as Stress Reduction, Pain Management, Detoxification, Depression and Post Surgery Treatments. # Lic. MM 36169; MA 27196

puffiness, improved immune function and better digestion. Decreases post-workout and post-surgical recovery time.

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MUSCLE THERAPY HUNTER METHOD

Stephanie Hunter, Owner & Developer 185 E. Indiantown Rd., Ste. 118 Jupiter, FL 33477 561-747-8700 • DoYouHunter.com Many people with pain feel frustrated and hopeless, masking symptoms, instead of getting the real relief they deserve. We offer an unconventional, proven approach that changes muscle memory. Our clients report significant, lasting relief from issues like Vertigo, Sciatica, Plantar Fasciitis, Frozen Shoulder and many more. Check out our website for: Testimonials • Self-Treatment Courses • DIY Muscle Therapy for Dogs • 1-1 Professional Treatments. MA15772 / MM24536

ORTHO-BIONOMY® YINI PEREL, LMT

FL Lic# MA24690 Ortho-Bionomy The Therapeutic Alternative 301 Camino Gardens Blvd., Ste.102 Boca Raton ~ 561-392-3340 www.TheTherapeuticAlternative.com Ortho-Bionomy is a gentle form of bodywork that reduces tension and discomfort. It works without being uncomfortable in the process. It is excellent for anyone seeking relief from pain, improved range of motion, increased flexibility, and improved postural alignment. Yini is a Licensed Massage Therapist and is certified as a Practitioner of Ortho-Bionomy by the Society of OrthoBionomy, International®. Ortho-Bionomy® is a registered trademark of the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International, Inc. ® and is used with permission.

REFLEXOLOGY LAURA NORMAN HOLISTIC REFLEXOLOGY Delray Beach • New York City • The Berkshires 561-272-1220 • 212-532-4404 • 413-854-2615 www.lauranorman.com Visit world-renowned expert Laura Norman and her experienced associates and enjoy private sessions in Holistic Reflexology and Inspired Life Coaching to reduce your stress, increase your energy, improve your health and love your life! Read Laura’s best-selling book, FEET FIRST: A Guide to Foot Reflexology and practice with one of our Instructional Foot, Hand and Face Reflexology DVDs with Laura’s Reflexology maps, her new Laura Norman Foot • Hand • Face Aromatherapy line and Laura’s other unique wellness products. Call or visit us online to register for one of our: • Holistic Reflexology and Inspired Life Coaching Sessions • Free Introduction to Laura Norman Reflexology Training Webinar • Holistic Reflexology Certification Training Programs • Foot • Hand • Face Therapy Products Claim your right to live an extraordinary life!

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES WPB GREEN CLEAN, LLC

Jenna Tyminski, Serving Downtown & Central Palm Beach County 561-360-3571 • WPBGreenClean.com Jenna@WPBGreenClean.com We provide high-quality cleaning to health-conscious clients. We use non-toxic EWG rated brands, HEPA filter vacuums, and singleuse mops. Add’l services: co-host vacation rentals & turnovers; move-in/out; disinfection.

SPA BELLA REINA SPA

815 George Bush Blvd. Delray Beach, FL 33483 561.404.7670 | BellaReinaSpa.com info@bellareinaspa.com

Famous with its friendly, relaxing atmosphere, guests are showered with TLC in this luxurious boutique spa. Known for the most talented spa team, choose from revitalizing, medical facials, organic aromatherapy massages, and organic, vegan pedicures that are simply blissful. With a smashing spa boutique, treatments include HydraFacial MD, HIFU Ultrasound, Dermaplaning, Microneedling, Microblading, Microcurrent Lifts, state of the oxi-jet facials. Featured Brands: Jurlique, Biodroga, Environ, Jane Iredale, Skin ScriptRx, SuperGoop, Dr. Grandel.

SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE THE CRYSTAL GARDEN

2610 North Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL

561-369-2836 • www.thecrystalgarden.com

A unique gift store, book store and spiritual center with more than 50 events a month. Check the calendar and website for listings.

SPIRITUAL CENTER AND ORGANIC TEA LOUNGE MY FLORA AURA

Daily Classes,Unique Gift shop & Free Organic tea Tasting 26 SE 4th street, East Boca Raton, FL Jolie DeMarco / 561-901-5808 JolieMyFloraAura@aol.com www.MyFloraAura.com Please take a look at our web-site to see what events we offer this month. We have so many fun classes to attend. Floral designing, Channeling sessions,Master-Minds,Reiki, Meditation circles, Tea Parties and More! Stop in to say Hi, browse the store...or have a relaxing cup of Organic tea.

SPROUTS GOT SPROUTS?

8420 Resource Road, Riviera Beach, Florida 33404 • www.GotSprouts.com E-mail Info@GotSprouts.com • 561-689-9464

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Purveyors of Quality Wheatgrass, Sprouts, Juicers, Seed and Supplies. We supply Juice bars, Restaurants, Green Markets, Grocery Stores and The General Public with Healthy Sprouts! We Ship and Deliver.

TANTRA / SACRED SEXUALITY LOURDES STARSHOWER

www.tantrahealerflorida.com lourdestantra@gmail.com • 561-843-1261 Lourdes Starshower is an Advanced Certified Tantra Educator, Sacred Sexuality Coach, Relationship Coach, Clairvoyant Energy Healer, O r d a i n e d M i n i s t e r, C l i n i c a l Hypnotherapist and EMDR Therapist. Lourdes is the Founder of the Ecstatic Dakini Tantra Practitioner Certification Program, catalyzing the success of female Tantra practitioners in South Florida. She's the author of an online video program "Tantra Practices for Divine Ecstasy." She welcomes you to her private office in PBG as well as remotely on Zoom. More Info: www.tantrahealerflorida.com. Call Now for a free phone consultation 561-843-1261.

CONSCIOUS TREE TRIMMING WOODY’S CREW TREE AND LANDSCAPE 561.325.8917 • Woodystreecrew@gmail.com WoodysTreeCrew.com

To the healthcare professionals who are risking their lives during this epidemic, thank you for fighting COVID-19 on the front lines.

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oday we are all experiencing one or more of the negative effects of an incredibly destructive ‘agent of change.’ Although horrific things happen every day on this planet, they usually affect other people elsewhere. COVID-19, however, can potentially reach anyone, anywhere, upending our lives in a multitude of ways. The obvious questions—how do we stop this virus, will a vaccine help, will the global economy recover—are all unknowns. They occupy our thoughts and emotions with every newscast. For some, the crisis is merely an inconvenient interruption in their ‘business as usual.’ For others it has created new ways to profit at the expense of others. But for most, it’s an amplified survival issue. We know that nothing happens by chance: “For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction” and “As you sow, so shall you reap.” What is happening today has its roots in everything that has gone before. When dysfunction reaches a tipping point, something extraordinary happens to get our attention. This pandemic may be saying “STOP... NOW ... look at the world you’ve built ... untold suffering amidst obscene excess ... all life forms and the planet itself in mortal danger!” The slowing and isolation are giving us the opportunity to consider these issues deeply and emerge with a better Plan B. That so many people are getting the message is an incredibly hopeful sign. Neighbors are helping each other; service organizations are expanding their roles and methods; scientific organizations around the world are sharing their research findings on possible treatments and vaccines; governments are trying to lift the financial burden of their citizens.

What would happen if this behavior were to continue post-Covid-19? Could it lead to treating a recovering planet as a ‘global village’ and its citizens as the one human family it is? It would take time, but we can start by demanding of our ‘leaders’ that we all push the ‘reset’ button and begin to move in that direction! Fortunately, at this very time, a little-known cosmic event is also taking place. As we move into the Aquarian age, characterized by energies of synthesis, unity and cooperation, the spiritual custodians of human evolution—the Masters of Wisdom—have once again sent one of their great ones into the world to act as a teacher for the coming time. Some of the past teachers we have known historically as Confucius, Krishna, Buddha, the Christ and Mohammed. Major world religions all expect another great teacher at some future time, and his imminent appearance has been foreseen by some writers since the late 1800s. For more than 40 years, British esotericist and lecturer Benjamin Creme informed the world of a coming change— of the collapse of our old structures to make way for the new. He served as a herald for the World Teacher for this age, Maitreya—the one expected by many and longed for by millions (consciously or not), who has come now to guide us through this perilous time and into a cleansed and transformed new world. Maitreya has advised humanity to make the needed changes to put our world on a saner, fairer path: “He [Maitreya] will show that essentially men are one, no matter the colour or the creed, that the bounty of Earth belongs to all, and that sharing of that

bounty is the key to man’s future. Only sharing, and the justice which it will bring, offers hope to man. Only justice wrought out of sharing will end the plagues of war and terror. Only sharing and justice can bring men to that Brotherhood which is their true inheritance. When men see this they will rise to the challenge and tackle one by one the many problems which daunt us now.” (Benjamin Creme’s Master from ‘Transformation,’ Share International magazine) Maitreya and his group have worked behind the scenes for millennia to guide our human family. Now, with these powerful, incorruptible allies openly in the world for the next 2,000 years and beyond, we have the opportunity to build a new world that works for everyone. Will we take it? In response to today’s injustices, we are marching. We are protesting. We are sharing resources and helping others. We are agitating for change. We are on the right track! Let’s not even consider returning to ‘business as usual.’ For free information: Share-International.us 888-242-8272 info@share-international.us

In The Awakening of Humanity, Benjamin Creme leads us on a journey of hope for the joyful world-changing events that are on the way. Free download at: https://share-ecart.com/ the-awakening-of-humanity-pdf/

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