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Nature’s Virus Killer Copper can stop a virus before it starts

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By Doug Cornell

cientists have discovered a with a tip to fit in the bottom of the natural way to kill germs fast. nostril, where viruses collect.

Now thousands of people When he felt a tickle in his nose are using it against viruses and bacteria like a cold about to start, he rubbed that cause illness. the copper gently in his nose for 60 Colds and seconds. many other “It illnesses start worked!” he when viruses exclaimed. get in your “The cold nose and never multiply. If happened. you don’t stop I used to them early, get 2-3 bad they spread colds every and cause year. Now New research: Copper kills viruses in seconds. misery.

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Finding Balance

The Universe is 98% energy! everything found in, above and under has its own dynamic energy!

Our entire body continually vibrates at a subtle level, moving energy and information through our connective tissues.

The L.i.F.e. sysTem

scans nearly 7,000 energy patterns. By identifying which energy vibrations are out of balance, the system can put them back into harmonic balance, allowing your body to return to a state of rest and healing.

Lisa DOyLe - miTcheLL • Certified Biofeedback Specialist by the natural Therapies Certification Board #5771

It’s been one of those months! While I was out of town, my air conditioner backed up and flooded the wood floor in my pantry and kitchen. After weeks of wrangling, I’m still waiting for some resolution from my insurance company and other parties. Meanwhile, the sound of fans, dehumidifiers and HEPA air filter machines continuously hum in the background.

Whether or not the respiratory infection I developed is a result of my current living conditions or a weakened physical and emotional state, I’m grateful to have access to the information you’ll find in this month’s issue (as well as years of research archived on our website).

For example, while collaborating with our editorial team on the “Soothing Scents: Top Eight Essential Oils for Anxiety Relief ” article, I was inspired to pull out some of my essential oils to quiet my nerves. Lavender is always my first go-to, but I learned about other great options. I also discovered that many of these essential oils have been used in wellness practices for thousands of years and that modern research has been able to scientifically verify that they improve mood by triggering the release of calming neurochemicals such as GABA in the nerve centers of the brain. See more on page 20.

Along with acupuncture, ozone therapy, and cough and respiratory remedies, I created some quiet time to connect to a higher sense of consciousness where there is no illness, only perfect health. I was grateful for our interview with Mark Mincolla about his new book and documentary film, The Way of Miracles: Accessing Your Superconsciousness, in which he shares his experiences and research for cultivating our natural ability to heal and create miracles. Check it out on page 38.

My all-time favorite remedy is a long walk in nature. Summer sunsets at the beach are the best. The water is warm, and the longer days and sultry temperatures create spectacularly colorful skyscapes that both enliven and calm my spirit. When I really need to recalibrate, I prefer to walk alone (or with someone) in silence. As you’ll find in “Take a Silent Hike: Tips for Walking Mindfully in Nature,” on page 36, by focusing on our breathing and listening carefully for sounds both quiet and distant, we can tap into and sync with nature’s vibrancy and rhythm. I look forward to some silent walks in the woods of northern Michigan at our family cottage later this summer.

Lastly, our Inspiration department reminded me how powerful my thoughts and words are in creating all of my experiences, including my health and well-being. In “Change Your Words, Change Your Life,” on page 41, celebrity coach and author Christy Whitman explains how the words we speak are never neutral, because language doesn’t simply describe reality, it creates it. As she says, “With every word we speak, we’re either speaking into existence a reality we desire or we’re actively creating a reality we dread.”

When life throws you a curve ball, I hope you’ll find some of the tools and resources in this month’s issue helpful. I would start by going outside and enjoying more sunsets!

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Contents 20 SOOTHING SCENTS

Top Eight Essential Oils for Anxiety Relief

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22 FOOD & THOUGHT 1

AND FOOD & THOUGHT 2

Organics in the Oakes Family of Stores

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WELL-ROUNDED CHILD

Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills

28 MINDFUL KUDOS

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Best Ways to Praise Kids and Boost Self-Confidence

30 SUSTAINABLE SHELLFISH

Superfood of the Sea

35 THE GREENING OF PACKAGING

Cleaning and Personal Care Products Go Eco

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36 TAKE A SILENT HIKE

Tips for Walking Mindfully in Nature

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41 CHANGE YOUR WORDS, CHANGE YOUR LIFE

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Didier Returns to Organic Skincare & Bodyworx

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icensed esthetician and integrative nutrition health coach Connie Helen Didier recently returned to Organic Skincare & Bodyworx, in Naples, providing whole esthetics. To celebrate, a 10 percent discount is being offered for initial facial treatments by her throughout this month.

Didier, who was lead esthetician when the practice opened in 2014 through March 2020 when she began a sabbatical, has a diploma in beauty therapy from the Connie Helen Didier London Institute of Beauty Culture with extensive training in classic Swedish body massage, electrolysis, aesthetics/skincare, wax epilation, diet, exercise, pedicures and manicures. She ran her own spa on the Caribbean Island of Dominica while achieving the prestigious CIDESCO diplomate status with the International Masters of Aesthetics.

“My facials are relaxing, healing and result-oriented, the culmination of the art of integrating non-invasive holistic therapies, state-of-the-art organic skincare formulations and nutritional advice alongside conventional skincare methods and procedures,” says Didier, who also provides Ayurveda, nutritional therapy, therapeutic touch, reiki, reflexology, acupressure, aromatherapy, lymphatic drainage and more.

Location: 13240 Tamiami Tr. N., Ste. 207, Naples. For more information or to make an appointment, call 239-514-4494 or email Info@OrganicSkincareAndBodyworx.com. See ad, page 3.

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Medical Nutrition Therapy at D-Signed Nutrition

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ionne M. Fleming, a registered dietitian, licensed dietitiannutritionist and certified personal trainer, is now practicing medical nutrition therapy at D-Signed Nutrition, in Bonita Springs. Working at the practice since 2018 as a health and wellness professional, she focuses on helping patients reach their wellness goals through Dionne M. Fleming personalized weight management programs, general nutrition counseling and health coaching for healthful living.

Fleming holds a Master of Science degree in Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity from the University of Southern California Leonard Davis School of Gerontology; is also credentialed by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a weight-loss specialist, fitness nutrition specialist, senior fitness specialist and women’s fitness specialist. She is also a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Fleming has preciously held positions at exclusive wellness facilities such as Equinox, in Beverly Hills.

Location: 3531 Bonita Bay Blvd., Ste. 300. For more information or to make an appointment, call 310-927-8274, email Dionne@D-SignedNutrition.com or visit D-SignedNutrition. com. See ad, page 34.

Muhlenbruch Joins CasaShanti in Fort Myers

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erbalist and sound healer Beatrice Muhlenbruch, of Crone House, began providing her practice last month at CasaShanti, in Fort Myers. She offers sessions, consultations and recommendations for supporting overall health and well-being that are tailored to each person’s unique needs.

Muhlenbruch, who is educated in family Beatrice Muhlenbruch and community herbalism by the Florida School of Holistic Living and is a certified practitioner of sound healing by the Meditate School of Sound Healing, has traveled extensively in the U.S. and Mexico gathering views and perspectives, learning about our natural world and how to use the gifts around us. She has a deep connection to spirit through nature, and all her work is imbued with intention.

Location: 2052 Cottage St. For more information or to make an appointment, call 239-208-9872, email CasaShantiswfl@gmail.com or visit CasaShanti.us. See ad, page 29.

Food & Thought 2 Opens Full-Service Restaurant

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he recent opening of Food & Thought’s second location, at 7941 Airport Road, in the Fountain Park Retail Center in Naples, demonstrates the company’s desire to meet the growing public demand in Southwest Florida for a full-service restaurant with a totally organic menu. Offering something for everyone—vegans, vegetarians, omnivores and pescatarians—the sit-down restaurant is sourced by its own organic farm in Naples.

Serving breakfast from 7 to11 a.m., lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and dinner from 4:30 to 9 p.m., the fully stocked liquor bar and live music can be enjoyed until 10 p.m. Menu items are also available for takeout. The restaurant also serves a weekend brunch from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gluten-free and vegan options are on the menu.

“The concept was to bring F&T’s original energy into a new location and have both complement each other in unique ways,” says James Livaccari, assistant store manager of F&T2.

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Speakers and special guests, including astrologer Zahid Hossain and psychic clairvoyant medium and trance channel Kim Cintio, are scheduled throughout both days on a variety of topics. “Our event last year was so well received!” says producer Mary Ellen Popyk. “We have some of the best intuitive readers in the country, also crystals, jewelry, holistic health specialties, natural products and much more. We have vendors coming in from all over the U.S., including lots of new vendors, in addition to the crowd favorites.”

Admission is $12/each day, $18/both days. Children 12 and under free. Location: 75 Taylor St. For more information, call 321-313-2543 or visit SanctuaryFL.com, where admission discounts are available. See ad, page 29.

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Depression has risen during the pandemic among people ages 18 to 24. A recent Rutgers University survey found that half of a group of young adults reported moderate or severe symptoms of depression and another 23 percent noted milder symptoms. A new Australian study points to an effective strategy: a Mediterranean diet. Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney tested 72 men with depression between 18 and 25 years of age. After 12 weeks, those in the group that ate colorful vegetables, legumes, whole grains, oily fish, olive oil and raw, unsalted nuts had significantly lower levels of depression and reported a higher quality of life compared to those in the control group that did not cut back on fast foods, sugar and red meats.

“We were surprised by how willing the young men were to take on a new diet,” says lead researcher Jessica Bayes. “Many were keen to continue the diet once the study ended, which shows how effective, tolerable and worthwhile they found the intervention. It suggests that medical doctors and psychologists should consider referring depressed young men to a nutritionist or dietitian as an important component of treating clinical depression.”

Take a Social Media Break to Improve Mental Health With 82 percent of Americans using apps like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, scrolling through social media has become an unconscious automatic behavior for many. But that distraction comes with a price, indicates a new study by the UK’s University of Bath.

Half of the 154 participants ages 18 to 72 stopped using virtually all social media for one week, reducing their average usage time from eight hours to 21 minutes for that period. After the seven days, they showed significant improvements in their well-being, depression and anxiety scores compared to those in a control group that did not take such a break. “Scrolling social media is so ubiquitous that many of us do it almost without thinking, from the moment we wake up to when we close our eyes at night,” says lead researcher Jeff Lambert. “But if you are spending hours each week scrolling and you feel it is negatively impacting you, it could be worth cutting down on your usage to see if it helps.”

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A new study, “Rural Land Abandonment Is Too Ephemeral to Provide Major Benefits for Biodiversity and Climate,” from the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs published in the journal Science Advances analyzed the phenomenon of farmers worldwide moving to urban centers due to finances, conflicts or climate change. This rural outmigration is leaving hundreds of millions of acres of cropland abandoned, affording an opportunity for ecological restoration and carbon sequestration that could lead to a positive impact on the climate crisis if the land is allowed to regenerate. The report states, “Unless policymakers take steps to reduce recultivation or provide incentives for regeneration, abandonment will remain a missed opportunity to reduce biodiversity loss and climate change.”

David Wilcove, professor of ecology and evolutionary biology and public affairs at the High Meadows Environmental Institute, one of the co-authors of the study, says, “As people move from rural areas into cities, there is a chance for wildlife and the climate to gain ground, literally, as abandoned farms and pastures revert back to forests and grasslands.”

However, he also notes, “Our work shows that this is not happening, because the abandoned lands are being rapidly recultivated.”

environmentally speaking Environmentally Speaking is intended to alert, inform and educate residents of Collier and Lee counties regarding educational events and threats that challenge our unique and delicate Southwest Florida ecosystem.

At 6 p.m., August 16, join the SWFL RESET Center for a free Zoom conversation on The Effects/Consequences/ Benefits of Saving Lake Okeechobee with Mike Elfenbein, chair of the Charlotte County Soil and Water Conservation District.

Lake Okeechobee’s current woes and those of surrounding estuaries and waters have been many years in the making. Over time, developers have ditched and

drained land in the northern Everglades, resulting in rapid fluctuations of water levels in Lake Okeechobee, creating harmful effects to the lake’s delicate ecosystem.

To deal with the surge of water and control flooding, water managers have been releasing large amounts of water from the lake to St. Lucie and Caloosahatchee estuaries. These releases have long-term negative impacts on their ecosystems and local communities, including here in Southwest Florida. In this one-hour conversation, Elfenbein, a conservationist and avid outdoorsman, will explore the effects, consequences and benefits of saving Lake Okeechobee and share details about the work currently being performed there by aquaculture.

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s a former therapist for 23 years, Nancy Duarte, a Naples-based certified life/divorce coach, intently listened to her clients talk about their problems, fears, hopes and dreams.

Aware that her role as a therapist was to present clients with a better comprehension of what motivated or caused them to act or think in the way that they did, rather than giving advice, she remained within the guidelines of a profession that describes psychotherapy as a tool for guiding people in make their own decisions.

Today, as a life coach while she continues to interact one-on-one with clients and use the experience gained in her clinical practice, Duarte is having a much more significant impact helping individuals to reach their goals, overcome obstacles and create a customized plan for sustained success. “From years of conversations, I was able to identify certain hot topics that repeatedly surfaced, the ones that kept people up at night. Then I developed virtual, live classes where I help people restructure their lives so that they attract the people and opportunities they want.

We do it in far less time than it takes to figure it out in therapy,” advises Duarte, who understands that every person wants his or her life to matter.

According to Duarte, no one needs a lot of money or to be famous to live a life of significance and meaning. “You really don’t need anything to create the life you want. All you need is to choose a life that matters and dare to follow your own path.

Living your truth is a journey that involves many steps, starting with being honest with yourself about your values and goals.

Once you’re clear about these things, you can begin the process of choosing how to live and developing skills that equip you for a life that matters. I provide practical

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advice and real-world strategies for how to do this. You have to be serious and ready to dive in and get to work. While bold and intense, the work is incredibly rewarding,” says Duarte, whose most recent course, The Naked Truth, is a six-week, live supportive environment of total immersion where individuals come face-to-face with their fears and blockages, insecurities and self-criticism. “It’s a life-changing experience where people discover the truth about themselves and what’s holding them back.”

Duarte, who speaks fluent Spanish, offers courses and training covering a wide variety of issues, from personal growth, marriage, parenting and blended families to toxic relationships, co- and single-parenting, divorce and life without limits. She blogs regularly at NancyDuarteLifeCoach.blog. Her Naked Truth podcast is on Spotify.

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Where I pick up my copy of Natural Awakenings: Food & Thought. I love shopping organic and local.

How I invest in my community: Investment in the future starts at a community level, encouraging the next generation. My mermaid lessons include spreading kindness, picking up trash, exercising and show kids that eating fruits and veggies is good for them. I want to “kelp” them to succeed.

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Soothing Scents TOP EIGHT ESSENTIAL OILS FOR ANXIETY RELIEF

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ssential oils are highly concentrated compounds extracted from aromatic plants that are used in aromatherapy for a variety of conditions.

These fragrant oils have been incorporated into wellness practices for thousands of years, and decades of research confirm their benefits, especially their effects on mental health and well-being.

Breathing in essential oils, whether applied topically or inhaled when diffused in the air, has been shown to improve mood and mental wellness by triggering the release of calming neurochemicals such as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the nerve centers of the brain. In particular, eight unique essential oils for anxiety have been explored in scientific literature.

The citrus essential oil bergamot (Citrus bergamia), taken either alone or with other oils, has been shown to help ease symptoms of anxiety and stress. A 2017 pilot study found that bergamot oil diffused into the air helped reduce anxiety and improve mental health and overall well-being in patients in the waiting room of a mental health treatment facility.

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2. CLARY SAGE The earthy, floral scent of clary sage (Salvia sclarea) may also help with anxiety. A 2013 study featuring women undergoing a stressful medical exam found that inhaling clary sage essential oil not only led to a subjective relaxation response, but also lowered blood pressure. Researchers noted a decreasing trend in salivary cortisol concentrations, a measure of stress; however,

it was not significantly different compared to a placebo. Nevertheless, the reduced pressure suggests that clary sage may have stress-lowering capabilities.

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Frankincense (Boswellia sacra) comes from the resin of the Boswellia tree and has a woody aroma. A 2011 study found that anxiety levels of women were decreased in the first stage of labor when a combination of frankincense and other calming oils were used topically.

4. LAVENDER

symptoms of stress and anxiety. In a 2014 randomized controlled trial involving menopausal women, inhalation of neroli essential oil both helped with menopausal symptoms and stress, but also lowered blood pressure, improved sexual desire and helped to balance cortisol and estrogen levels.

Lavender (Lavandula) oil has long been used topically and aromatically as a calming agent. Research has shown the benefit of inhaling lavender oil in a variety of anxiety-provoking medical scenarios, including cosmetic surgery, preoperative anxiety and postpartum anxiety. While most essential oils should not be taken orally, standardized lavender essential oil found in dietary supplement form has been shown to be safe and effective in easing anxiety when inhaled and taken orally.

7. ROSE

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.) has been proven to have anxiolytic, moodenhancing and cognitive-improving effects in a variety of human clinical trials. As a dietary supplement and inhaled as an essential oil, lemon balm may help reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety.

As with most other essential oils, rose (Rosa) water has been used since ancient times to enhance health and healing, including mental health. A 2016 study involving hemodialysis patients found that inhaling rose water helped noticeably improve symptoms of anxiety. A 2019 randomized, controlled trial found that inhalation of both rose and neroli essential oils helped improve the psychological, physical and social symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome.

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8. YLANG YLANG

Neroli oil comes from the Citrus aurantium plant and has been found to help with

Often used in the fragrance industry, ylang ylang (Cananga odorata) has a slightly sweet and floral aroma. Research shows that inhaling the essential oil of ylang ylang may help reduce blood pressure and symptoms of depression and anxiety.

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Some of the methods for using essential oils include: n Added to bath water (six to 12 drops) n Spread through the air via a room diffuser (three to four drops) n Inhaled directly from a cotton pad or tissue (one to two drops) or from a bottle itself

n As a steam fragrance when adding one to two drops to a bowl of boiling water and inhaling with a towel placed over the head and bowl To learn more about using essential oils for anxiety, consider consulting with an integrative practitioner for further guidance, or visit Fullscript.com.

Karolyn A. Gazella is the founder of the Natural Medicine Journal and the host of the Natural Medicine Journal podcast. Natacha Montpellier, ND, is a registered naturopathic doctor with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario whose clinical practice focuses on women’s hormonal and reproductive health.

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FOOD & THOUGHT 1 AND FOOD & THOUGHT 2

Organics in the Oakes Family of Stores

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lthough Frank Oakes, Naples beloved Obi-Wan Kenobi of organic gardening and sustainability, boarded the last starship for the great beyond in 2013, his legacy lives on.

Not only in his “militantly organic, so you can shop in peace” philosophy at the Food & Thought general store and café in the Gateway of Naples plaza, but also in the continued growth of the grassroots organic movement he cultivated.

Thanks to Alfie Oakes, of Oakes Farms and Seed to Table, who carries on his father’s organic tradition at Food & Thought 1 (F&T1), the movement is gaining more momentum. Aimed at pleasing discriminating diners that have been yearning for a local full-service restaurant with a totally organic menu prepared with locally sourced ingredients free of fertilizers, pesticides and GMOs, the new Food & Thought 2 (F&T2) will give vegans, vegetarians, omnivores and pescatarians a premier sit-down dining experience for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.

Adding to the ambiance is a well-stocked outdoor bar with some organic liquors, live music and a pizza oven.

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Park Retail center at 7941 Airport Road.

The restaurant and the organic store will occupy two 6,000-square-foot buildings that are separated by a large courtyard with decks for seating and a firepit. According to General Manager and Executive Chef Dan Kniola, who recently served as executive chef at Players Club & Spa, in Lely Resort, the food is white-tablecloth quality, with high-end preparations made from scratch.

Kniola’s culinary team includes five members that have worked as executive chefs at other area restaurants or country clubs.

Oakes compares the four stores, which includes Oakes Farm Market and Seed to Table, which has a F&T organic department, to a family of different brothers and sisters with the same DNA, but different personalities. The new market, which will open in time for the upcoming season, will be very similar to F&T1 with some of the same characteristics, such as a juice and coffee bar.

Frank Oakes’ spirit and commitment to bringing back full flavor food with nutritious value carries on in the hearts and minds of the Food & Thought team he mentored. Referring to themselves as more like a family than a workforce, many of his carefully selected hires that in 2005 helped him open the first location are still there today. From preparing quality menu items

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and keeping shelves full of fresh produce, dry goods and supplements to whirling smoothies in blenders and pressing fresh juices, making specialty coffees and serving organic wines and beers, longtime customers still recognize familiar faces and appreciate customer service that comes with a genuine smile.

Kitchen magician Freedom Teague at F&T1 and the core members of her food preparation team that fire up the grills and ovens, whip up the recipes, wash the pots and pans and keep the café in the Gateway location spotless have been with her from the earliest days. “Our philosophy is that if we’re going to work long hours, we want to be in a wholesome environment, working for someone that appreciates us and with people that we enjoy being around. In 17 years, there have been bumps in the road, but we’re like a family that sticks together,” says Teague.

Some of the time-tested recipes Teague wrote with Oakes in the Food & Thought: Home Cookin’ the Healthy Way cookbook remain on the F&T1 menu, along with newer items. “Customers that have been eating here two and three times a week for years sometimes call me requesting new menu items. We oblige just as Frank would have. He created something special that keeps people passionate about working here. We’re all about a healthy lifestyle, and we continue to uphold Frank’s goal to make everyone who works and shops here, and now at F&T2, a heathier and more self-reliant person.”

Teague notes that the present remodeling project covering the opening to the kitchen which will give a fresh new look to the

registers and service counter is the answer to another growth spurt. “While we keep growing and changing, the quality and the flavors of our food never change, because we don’t skimp on anything. Only the best ingredients go into our recipes.”

“During summer months, we primarily source our fresh produce and organic meats from Amish farmers in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, as well as organic farms across the U.S., especially in California, and some in Mexico,” says Health & Wellness department manager Michael Monteleone, who started with F&T1 in 2005 two days after Hurricane Wilma. “There was no electricity. Frank said that if I hadn’t had breakfast, I could help myself and cook some eggs on the gas-powered stove. Looking back on our humble beginnings, our store was much smaller then. Starbucks was still on the front corner, where our store first expanded to, and the Boater’s World store which now houses Thoughtful Threads was directly across the courtyard. Several years later, we took over three other adjacent stores and last year we moved the coffee and wine bar outdoors as part of the courtyard. Loyal customers and increased local demand have allowed us to grow steadily.”

Explaining that the founding of F&T1 was totally related to Frank’s conversion, Monteleone says, “Frank was the organic prophet who awakened people to how compromised our food system is and what Big Ag has done to our soil with chemical fertilizers. While he grew up in the 50’s under the illusion of ‘better living through chemistry’, he came full circle due to a confluence of events. One was his wife

Wendy’s diagnosis of Addison’s disease, which was traced to the chemicals on the clothes Frank wore while farming. He was adamant that farmers didn’t need chemicals and genetically modified seeds.”

Jesus Blas, assistant store manager at F&T1, arrived in 2007. “What’s happening now is very exciting. Still a small business in 2007, we couldn’t procure as much organic anything as we can now. We were and are such a unique concept, especially now that a lot of the menu items are picked on our farm and delivered direct to our restaurants.”

Intending to carry over to the new location the kind of energy that people have long enjoyed at F&T1, James Livaccari, F&T2 assistant store manager, who previously worked at F&T1 as a raw food chef, notes the differences between the two—the full-service restaurant, outdoor bar and pizza oven. “The concept is for each location to complement the other. A great feature of the new market, now under construction, will be a full gluten-free bakery where everything is made from scratch.

When the bakery is operational, we can

source our other stores,” advises Livaccari, who adds that future advertisements will differentiate both locations with F&T1 and F&T2 so people know the difference.

Surely, from whatever vantage point Frank’s soul might be viewing his legacy, he has to be smiling.

Local Resources

Food & Thought1 is located at 2132 Tamiami Trl. N., in Naples. For more information call 239-213-2222 or visit FoodAndThought.com. See ad, page 10.

Food & Thought2 is located in Fountain Park Retail center at 7941 Airport Rd., in Naples. For more information call 239-7913663 or visit FoodAndThought2.com.

Oakes Farm Market is located at 2205 Davis Blvd., in Naples. For more information call 239-732-0144 or visit OakesFarms.com.

Seed to Table is located at 4835 Immokalee Rd., in Naples. For more information call 239-310-7333 or visit OakesFarms.com.

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RAISING A WELL-ROUNDED CHILD PRACTICAL WAYS TO BUILD LASTING LIFE SKILLS

by Marlaina Donato

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hildhood is a time of magical discovery and a training ground for adult life. Yet today’s world introduces unprecedented problems that can challenge a child’s bedrock: escalating violence including mass shootings, bullying, social media pressure, environmental crises and cultural conflict, not to mention the COVID-19 lockdowns.

For kids to develop the solid foundation they will need in these trying times, a powerful approach is a full-spectrum one that rounds out their experiences and skills, while instilling confidence and resilience. It includes a broad-based education, artistic and cultural exploration, experiences of diverse cultures, training in mind-body tools, healthy eating habits and connecting with nature. These facets enable children to cope, adapt and thrive in a changing world. It gives them the necessary building blocks for the rest of their lives, which has an invaluable return for all of us now and for future generations.

The Parental Toolbox

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Boston-based Casey O’Brien Martin, an expressive arts therapist and author of Skills for Big Feelings: A Guide for Teaching Kids Relaxation, Regulation, and Coping Techniques, defines a well-rounded child as “one who is balanced in the many different areas of their life: socially with friends and by having their own interests and hobbies; physically by being active and eating nourishing foods; emotionally by accepting and acknowledging their feelings and using coping skills to deal with uncomfortable or stressful situations.”

Encouraging kids to try new things—and allowing them to experience failure—affects how they respond to life. “Wellrounded children are flexible in their thinking toward changes in schedule or environment, have been exposed to boundaries and as they mature, can apply their different experiences to their understanding of safety, social skills, fundamental learning and communication,” says April Christopherson, an oc-

cupational therapist and owner of Exploration Kids Therapy, in Gunnison, Colorado.

Kids keenly observe and try on adult behavior, and in this practice lies tremendous potential. “One of the very best things parents, caregivers and educators can do is to model healthy coping skills. Just telling kids what to do is not enough. We need to walk the talk, too,” Martin says. Attaining family balance is key to avoid overscheduling and feeling overwhelmed, especially if prompting kids to follow their bliss. Integrating mindfulness techniques like meditation, yoga and sensory engagement into a household’s everyday routines can help to fortify emotional stability when kids experience rough waters.

“When kids learn to focus on their breathing, it helps to bring their attention to the present moment. By practicing mindfulness daily, these practices become second nature, and kids are able to tap into them whenever they need to. By teaching children these tools at a young age, we are planting seeds that they will be able to grow and cultivate throughout their lives,” says Maura Bradley, founder of Bee You Yoga and Mindfulness, in Manasquan, New Jersey. The author of Mindfulness For Kids In 10 Minutes A Day emphasizes that mindfulness can be a formal or informal practice, can involve the entire family and does not require a lot of time.

It can be as simple as taking a moment each morning to connect with each other, notice the weather or play an “eye spy” game on the way to school.

Christopherson concurs: “I suggest a child practice meditation, breathwork and mindfulness, first together with a parent or caregiver to get familiar with the practices, and then practice the techniques during non-stressful times.”

The Colors of Learning

Focusing on grades with a one-size-fits-all educational model poses many problems, and changing times demand a broader, more vibrant paradigm. COVID-19 lockdowns brought radical changes to the classroom, and more than ever, parents are opting for a more holistic approach with various methods of homeschooling or whole-child curriculums like those offered at Waldorf, Sudbury and Montessori schools. Alternative learning presents the world as a laboratory, goes beyond math, reading and science, and endorses character-building immersion in community, compassion and culture.

“Montessori learning stresses the beauty of nature,” says Ruth Tencati, a Montessori teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina.

“Geography, music, art and practical life skills are taught. Ideally, each child is given lessons that balance learning in all areas and at the right time for each child’s level of skill and curiosity.” Students are given peace education, “where they are encouraged to think of others, as well as themselves, and to see themselves as part of a community of learners,” she says. Tencati views technology as an ally when it is used to deepen students’ understanding of lessons, but believes it should never be used as a pacifier.

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the impact of art on children, Rice University researchers ran a randomized controlled trial in 2019 with 10,548 students enrolled in 42 schools in the Houston area. They found that students that participated in the arts at elementary and middle school levels improved their writing skills, increased their compassion for others and were less likely to misbehave in class.

In lieu of school-based art programs, kids can learn from virtual tours designed specifically for them by the Louvre, the Van Gogh Museum and other outstanding art museums. For a fun dive into history, the British Museum, Boston Children’s Museum and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History bring the past to life with online “field trips” just for kids.

When kids learn about other cultures, religions, languages and belief systems, it increases their capacity for empathy and the ability to see different perspectives, a trait often found in successful adults. To introduce kids to an expanded worldview, families can enjoy a weekly ethnic meal, go to local heritage festivals and celebrate the holidays of different countries.

Food for Life

Giving a child lifelong tools includes instilling a healthy respect for good health. Positive eating habits have been shown to boost academic performance and lessen the potential for speech and language acquisition delays. Research on laboratory animals by the University of Georgia in 2021 published in Translational Psychiatry showed that sugar consumption in adolescence diminished learning capacity even into adulthood, possibly due to imbalances in gut bacteria.

“Hundreds of studies identify nutrition as one of the most critical factors in the development of robust brains,” says Lorie Eber, a holistic nutritionist in Orange County, California. “Consumption of whole foods such as eggs (choline), oily fish (omega-3 fatty acids), vegetables (folate and antioxidants), beans (zinc) and Greek yogurt (gut health) are vital for the healthy development of children’s brains in the first years of life.”

Nutrition has a measurable impact on psychological health, she says. “Diets high in refined sugars and saturated fats increase the risk of kids developing hyperactivity and ADHD. Children who skip breakfast have difficulty concentrating and low moods, which detract from learning.”

Eber encourages children’s participation in meal planning and food preparation, as well as weekly excursions to farmers markets, to experience the colors and tastes of local produce. “All of these things will lay the foundation for your children to develop a healthy relationship with food. That is a rare gift in today’s food-centric society.”

Connecting to nature is not only good for growing bodies, but also for self-image. A 2018 systematic review of 35 studies published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health shows time spent outdoors positively impacts young people’s mental health.

Research conducted by the Institute of Education at University College London drives it home even further: Primary school children that connected with nature in brief Wildlife Trust programs felt better about themselves and experienced more posiCollier/Lee Counties

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TAKEAWAYS FROM CHILDHOOD EXPERTS

SOME SOUND STRATEGIES FOR CHILD-RAISING

n Expose kids to different cultures and countries to broaden their horizons and instill compassion and tolerance.

n Encourage unstructured playtime, spontaneity and social

interaction, while allowing kids to also value solitude and the enjoyment of their own company.

n Foster creativity with such strategies as simple arts and

crafts, keeping a nature journal, taking up a performing art, taking virtual museum tours or learning about the history of an art form.

n Schedule time in nature for fresh air and plenty of physical activity.

n Don’t overthink parenting. Like children, parents learn as they go, and it’s a collaboration.

n Cheer effort more than ability. Instill their striving for per-

sonal excellence without adding any expectation or pressure.

n Practice self-care and be an example of what living a healthy, joyful life looks like.

n Provide a predictable, low-stress routine; encourage participation in household chores and enforce boundaries.

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tive relationships with their teachers and classmates. Adding to Mother Nature’s feel-good benefits, exercise during childhood and adolescence, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, lowers the risk of depression, improves academic performance and reduces the risk for chronic diseases later in life.

In the end, parenting is about doing our best for our children while being human. “Being a parent is hard. One of my mantras for myself is ‘grace, gratitude and grit,’” muses Martin. “Giving grace to myself by forgiving myself for my parenting mistakes, being grateful for my family and having grit to keep persevering and working hard to build a good life for my family.”

Each parent’s formula might be different, but the basics never get old. “Let a child experience life! Give them opportunities to get into nature, play with non-toy items, interact with animals and support their curiosity,” advises Christopherson. “Be safe, but let your kids be kids.”

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n Teach children a sense of gratitude. n Provide kids with tools to manage everyday emotions with

simple mindfulness practices, calm breathing and engaging the senses.

n Encourage children to express themselves and communicate their feelings and needs.

n Teach kids that good health is wealth.

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Mindful Kudos BEST WAYS TO PRAISE KIDS AND BOOST SELF-CONFIDENCE

by Ronica O’Hara intellectual growth. Some of the researchbased advice that has emerged includes:

Praise Effort, Not Intelligence

Numerous studies have found that when children are repeatedly given accolades for their intellect or talent, they can come to believe those traits are innate and fixed, which then makes them more fearful of failing or even encountering challenges.

On the other hand, when kids are taught that success depends on continued effort and hard work, they are more likely to seek out challenges, apply themselves to tough tasks and be resilient in the face of failure.

Suggested parental statements include: “I like the way you tried a lot of different strategies on that math problem until you finally got it.” “That was a hard English assignment, but you stuck with it until you got it done.” “Mistakes are so interesting.

Let’s see what we can learn from it.”

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Don’t Go Over the Top

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iving ample kudos to our kids is an everyday part of parenting. To motivate youngsters to excel in school and activities, we pat them on the back repeatedly in ways that were unimaginable a century ago, when even kissing babies was frowned upon by many. In one survey, 85 percent of American parents said that praising their children’s ability or intelligence when they perform well helps kids feel smarter.

But praise turns out to be a double-edged sword, as recent decades of psychological and educational research have made clear. Yes, praise can build character, motivation and resilience, just as parents hope. But when done unskillfully, say psychologists, it can have the opposite effect and actually lower children’s confidence, dampen their motivation and stifle 28

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Paradoxically, getting praised too lavishly can shake children and make them less likely to take risks. “Research has shown that extreme praise—using words like “incredible” or “best ever”—can create an excessive expectation that the child can feel incapable of meeting. They tend to become less tolerant of their mistakes, and tolerance of mistakes is a critical element in ultimate success,” says clinical psychologist John F. Tholen, Ph.D., in Seal Beach, California, author of Focused Positivity. Excessive praise can also nudge overconfident children toward narcissism, especially if it involves comparison with other children.

Even small statements, when said from the heart, have a positive impact on children. ~Carole Swiecicki

Focus on Character and Agency

When children are praised for positive aspects of their character such as being kind, resourceful or helpful, they are more likely to be generous and openhearted with others. Researchers have also found that when parents focus on and support a child’s selfdetermined reasons for engaging in a task, it increases the child’s sense of agency and capacity to act effectively, which helps them to move through the world with greater ease and self-confidence.

Some suggested parental statements are: “You made that decision very carefully and wisely.” “You were very kind in how you made the new girl feel welcome.” “It’s great to see how determined you are to do something exciting for your science fair project.”

Be Specific

Research shows that when praise is general or sweeping, like, “Good job!”, kids tend to doubt its sincerity, whereas praise that gives more information is felt by them to be meaningful. “Focusing on increasing the specificity of the praise allows children to learn more quickly which behaviors you like and want to see more frequently,” says pediatric psychologist Alyssa Fritz, Ph.D., of the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Institute for Brain Protection Sciences, in St. Petersburg, Florida. “A good rule of thumb is to provide three instances of specific positive attention for every one command or correction.” Suggested parental statements are: “You kept practicing pumping your legs on the swing, and now you can do it!” “Thank you so much for cleaning up the garage.

I really appreciate how hard you worked.” “That was a tough skill to learn on the ball field, but you kept at it until you could do it.”

Be Sincere

If children detect insincerity in a parent’s praise, they may assume they are being manipulated or misunderstood. Older kids in particular have a keen ear for offhand words of meaningless praise. “Be enthusiastic, while remaining genuine. Praise those things that truly make your heart warm, or make your day easier, or make you proud of your child’s progress,” says Carole Swiecicki, Ph.D., a psychologist and owner of Harbor Maple Counseling and Psychological Services, in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. “Even small statements, when said from the heart, have a positive impact on children.”

Health and wellness writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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Sustainable Shellfish SUPERFOOD OF THE SEA

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he perfect food may not be underfoot, but rather, underwater. It’s delicious, fast-growing, nutritionally dense, sustainably produced, locally available from coast to coast and comes in nature’s own sturdy packaging. “Shellfish is the most sustainable protein on the planet.

There are no antibiotics, no pesticides, no fertilizer and no feed needed to raise shellfish,” says Bob Rheault, executive director of the East Coast Shellfish Growers Association, which represents 1,500 shellfish farmers from Maine to Florida.

Shellfish is a nutritional powerhouse, providing proteins, essential amino acids, long-chain polyunsaturated fats, vitamins and carotenoids. The drastically shorter life cycle of shellfish compared to other farmed seafood also means shellfish producers can generate more food more quickly.

Shellfish also offer many ecological benefits; they filter the water, remove excess nutrients and create habitat for juvenile fish, Rheault says. A single oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of water per day, according to the Oyster Recovery Partnership, an organization that restores reefs in conjunction with a shell recycling network of restaurants and public drop sites across the mid-Atlantic region.

Ray Hilborn, a biologist and professor at the University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, in Seattle, has compared the relative environmental costs of different food sources, including grains, poultry and imitation, plant-based meats. He has found that farmed shellfish, specifically mollusks like oysters, clams and mussels, provide the lowest impact protein of them all. “Shellfish has a very low carbon footprint and enormous yield per area,” he

Shellfish has a very low carbon footprint and enormous yield per area.

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~Ray Hilborn says. “Mussel farms, for example, are pretty much just ropes hung from rafts, with no changes to the ecosystem or loss of biodiversity, as compared to agriculture.”

Bivalve shellfish like clams and oysters are mainly sourced from farms because wild stocks are largely depleted due to overharvesting, habitat loss and other contributing factors. “Somewhere around 90 percent of mussels and oysters on the market are farmed,” Rheault says. “If you see perfect-looking oysters at the raw bar, you know they are farmed. Out of the wild, they can look gnarly.”

Restorative aquaculture, which produces seafood using scientific principles that enhance coastal environments, may be one of the best opportunities to restore ecosystems while feeding the Earth’s growing population, according to a report from The Nature Conservancy. However, Hilborn points to “the impact of food, not just how it’s grown, but how it got to you.” Processed shellfish has a bigger carbon footprint, so it’s ecologically desirable to look for fresh, local options whenever possible.

Local production has a culinary benefit, too. “Every waterway has its own unique ‘merroir’, or flavor, that comes from the local environment. The differing levels of salinity and minerality, among other things, can lead to a very different flavor,” adds Rheault. While there is only one dominant species of oyster on the East Coast, there are three varieties found on the West Coast and dozens more around the world, each with different flavor profiles, according to Rheault; oysters also have differing flavors throughout the year. “Fall oysters have a rich, full flavor; they can be skinny in the spring. I like them in winter best of all.”

Perry Raso, owner of the Matunuck Oyster Bar and Farm, in Wakefield, Rhode Island, and a leader in the growing shellfish farming industry, grew up digging littleneck clams as a youngster. He earned a graduate degree in aquaculture before launching and growing a multifaceted business, including a restaurant, a seven-acre oyster farm and an organic vegetable farm. He raises and sells more than 1 million mature oysters a year and also supplies 5 million seed oysters to other aqua farmers.

Voted one of the top 20 seafood restaurants in the country by Time Out, Matunuck Oyster Bar serves several shellfish delicacies, including a classic oyster stew made with rosemary broth, scallop ceviche, quinoa crab salad and oysters on the half shell with a cucumber passionfruit gazpacho. The menu also features “vegan scallops” made from seared king oyster mushrooms.

Rheault’s favorite way to eat an oyster, though, is simply with two drops of lime. “The lime knocks out your salt receptors and allows you to really taste the other flavors,” he says. “Grilling is another great way to introduce people to oysters. You don’t even need to shuck them; the grilling firms up the meat.”

VEGAN SHELLFISH ALTERNATIVES Vegans or people with shellfish allergies can still enjoy the rich umami flavor of an oyster or clam with a little creativity.

Here are a few suggested alternatives.

King oyster mushrooms: This mushroom is a misnomer perhaps, as its meaty stem, sliced in one-inch sections and sautéed or broiled, looks and tastes more like a scallop than an oyster. In general, mushrooms have a similar mouthfeel to shellfish: The chitin found in the shells of crustaceans are also a key compound in fungi. They can be added to many dishes as a satisfying substitute for seafood and other animal proteins. However, shellfish and mushroom allergies can overlap as a result of chitin sensitivities, so allergy sufferers should proceed with caution.

Seaweed: Kelp, dulse and other edible algae can also add a touch of that salty, sea-kissed flavor of shellfish, as well as important trace minerals and antioxidants, to dishes like chowders and stews without adding empty calories.

Heart of palm: The tender chewy texture of hearts of palm, flavored well, can serve as a surprising proxy for shellfish and seafood, particularly for rich dishes like fried calamari, lobster rolls or crab salad.

For those seeking a plantbased diet for ethical or other reasons, it’s worth noting that a subset of vegans believe that consuming oysters and mussels does not contradict their commitment to a compassionate diet, given that bivalves lack a central nervous system. This somewhat controversial offshoot of veganism even has its own name—ostroveganism, from the Latin word ostrea, meaning oyster.

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YIELD: 4 TO 6 SERVINGS ¼ cup vegetable oil 2 large onions, chopped fine Salt and pepper ¼ cup water 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 bay leaves 1 tsp dried oregano ⅛ to ¼ tsp red pepper flakes 1, 28-oz can whole peeled tomatoes, drained with juice reserved, chopped coarse

1, 8-oz bottle clam juice 1½ lb skinless halibut fillet, ¾-to 1-inch-thick, cut into 6 pieces 1 lb littleneck clams, scrubbed 1¼ cups dry white wine 4 Tbsp unsalted butter 1 lb mussels, scrubbed and debearded ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley Extra-virgin olive oil

Any firm-fleshed, ¾-to 1-inch-thick whitefish (such as cod or sea bass) can be substituted for halibut. Discard clams or mussels with unpleasant odors, cracked shells, or shells that won’t close. If littlenecks are not available, substitute Manila or mahogany clams, or use 2 pounds of mussels. If using only mussels, cook them all at once with the butter and wine for 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with sourdough or rustic bread.

Heat vegetable oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add onions, ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring frequently, until onions begin to brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Add water and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are soft, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in garlic, bay leaves, oregano and pepper flakes, and cook for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and reserved juice and clam juice, and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

Submerge halibut in broth, cover and gently simmer until fish is cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove pot from heat and, using slotted spoon, transfer halibut to a plate, cover with aluminum foil and set aside.

Bring clams, wine and butter to boil in a covered 12-inch skillet over high heat. Steam until clams just open, 5 to 8 minutes, transferring them to pot with tomato broth as they open.

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BASIL GRILLED OYSTERS Oysters, freshly shucked BASIL VINAIGRETTE: 2 cups basil 1 small shallot 1 clove of garlic Dash of red pepper flakes ⅔ cup of olive oil 4 Tbsp champagne or red wine vinegar

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This seafood soup, popularized by Italian immigrants in San Francisco, offers up an appealing assortment of fish and shellfish in a tomato-based broth.

Stir parsley into broth and season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide halibut among serving bowls. Ladle broth over halibut, making sure each portion contains both clams and mussels. Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately.

In a blender, combine and process the basil vinaigrette ingredients. Top freshly shucked oysters with a dash of the vinaigrette and place on the grill for 5 minutes at medium-high heat. Before removing them from the grill, sprinkle on some grated pecorino Romano cheese.

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SAUTÉED MUSSELS 4 cups mussels ½ oz extra-virgin olive oil 1 oz chopped yellow onion 1 oz chopped fresh garlic 1 oz white wine 1 oz Pernod (licorice liqueur) Juice of one freshly squeezed, whole lemon 1 oz chopped, fresh basil

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Once all clams have been transferred to a pot, add mussels to skillet, cover, and cook over high heat until mussels have opened, 2 to 4 minutes, transferring them to pot with tomato broth as they open. Pour cooking liquid from skillet into pot, being careful not to pour any grit from skillet into pot. Return broth to simmer.

Heat the oil in sauté pan. Add mussels and dome with a second sauté pan. Once all mussels have opened, add the onions and garlic. Cook until onions are translucent. Add white wine and bring to a quick boil. Add the Pernod and cook until the alcohol has burned off. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice and basil. Bring to a boil and remove from heat, transfer to a bowl and enjoy.

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Planet-Friendly Picnicking STRATEGIES FOR A PLASTIC-FREE OUTING

Summer is the ideal time to break bread with loved ones, toss a Frisbee and celebrate the great outdoors, but too many of us believe that picnics require single-use plastics. In the name of convenience and easy cleanup, we bring plastic plates and cutlery, a stack of disposable cups and even

a plastic tablecloth. When our fun in the sun is over, an avalanche of nonbiodegradable offenders ends up in landfills to pollute our environment and waterways.

It’s time to level up our picnicking game by going plastic-free. With a little planning, simple swap-outs are

Serve Homemade and Bulk Foods: Instead of processed goodies like chips and candy that come in plastic packaging, guests will love Mom’s gluten-free brownies and mixed nuts from the bulk aisle. Bring a chef’s knife and portable cutting board to slice fresh vegetables and a watermelon from the farmers market rather than precutting and stowing them in Ziploc bags.

Employ Reusable Containers and Bags: The same eco-friendly carriers we use at home can be taken to picnics, including cloth shopping bags, stainless steel food containers, beeswax wraps, Mason jars, resealable silicone pouches and cloth or knit drawstring bags for bulk items. Everything comes home and gets thrown into the washer for easy cleanup.

Get Ice Cubes from Home: Stopping for a plastic bag of ice from a convenience store seems synonymous with a picnic, but it’s time to break that bad habit. Put ice cubes from the freezer into a stainless steel food storage container and drop it in an insulated bag or cooler to keep items cold and provide clean ice for drinks.

Bring Reusable Plates and Utensils: While plates, cups and cutlery from our kitchens can perform double duty at picnics, more lightweight options made of eco-friendly materials like bamboo and stainless steel abound. Assign each person one reusable cup and a set of utensils for the gathering.

Offer Plastic-Free Drinks: Singleuse, plastic water bottles are out.

Bring big jugs of water and homemade lemonade or iced tea. Stainless steel straws complete the plasticfree replacement.

Unfold Real Tablecloths: Add charm with a couple of genuine tablecloths to drape over a picnic table and spread on the ground, with matching cloth napkins to boot. Then pop them in the laundry before the next outing.

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The Greening of Packaging

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ealth-conscious consumers have been purchasing home cleaning and personal care products with nontoxic ingredients for years. Now they’re demanding these products come in environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and plastic use. “It’s green movement 2.0,” says Tim Murphy, CEO of BranchBasics.com, a Minneapolis company that sells nontoxic cleaners. “First there was the green movement 1.0 to eliminate the toxins from the conventional products like bleach. Now green 2.0 is about the removal of plastic and waste reduction.”

Today, consumers can find refillable, concentrated cleaning products; eco-laundry sheets; reusable cleansing face pads; eco-toothbrushes made of bamboo; zerowaste toothpaste bits; plastic-free, refillable deodorant; and refillable lipstick. These and a host of other innovative products designed to be healthy and eco-friendly are available online via manufacturers’ websites or Amazon.com, and can also be purchased at certain big-box stores like Target.

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Consumer Demand

A December 2020 Mintel Trends survey showed nearly all of the internet users 18 and older that shop for household items say brands should consider the environment when creating packaging. Many respondents said they wanted products that had easy-to-recycle packaging and were refillable to reduce waste.

“There’s a clear preference for lightweight packaging, plastic-free packaging, refillable and reusable products,” says Danielle Jezienicki, director of sustainability for San Francisco-based Grove Collaborative, an online retailer of eco-products. “It makes sense, because 90 percent of the weight of most cleaning and personal care products you buy consists of water and packaging. The formulated ingredients are a small fraction. It saves money. There’s growing awareness of this.”

Shipping Water

“It’s really expensive to be shipping water all over the country,” Murphy says. “It’s just extra bulk and extra weight, and the

carbon footprint is much higher. If you take that water out, it’s lighter and smaller, so it’s better for the environment.” His company, BranchBasics.com, sells a concentrate that can be used as a laundry detergent, hand wash or bathroom cleaner by mixing it with water in a glass bottle at home. The concentrate comes in a recyclable plastic bottle and is shipped in cardboard, without plastic wrap or foam.

In the past few years, Grove Collaborative, which sells nontoxic personal care and home cleaning items, has changed its packaging to be even more environmentally friendly, according to Jezienicki. “The company has vowed to sell products with zero percent plastic packaging by 2025,” she says.

To that end, it has created a brand of hair, body, facial and hand care products that come in a concentrated bar with no plastic packaging. Its concentrated household cleaners, which can be used on floors, glass, tiles, tubs and other surfaces in the home, come in glass bottles, and consumers can use a glass spray bottle with a silicone sleeve to dilute the product with water.

Plastic-Free

“In 2020, we avoided shipping more than 1.1 million pounds of plastic with our concentrated cleaners alone,” Jezienicki says.

Grove sells products from other companies such as Seventh Generation if they are plastic-free, and has recently placed some of its products on the shelves at Target.

Consumer Denise Monson Haberkorn, of Skokie, Illinois, welcomes these changes and says her friends call her the “plastics police”.

She began ordering Tru Earth laundry detergent strips to replace the large plastic bottles of liquid detergent she was using, and she loves them so much, she’s been giving them away for friends to try. “The detergent strips are about three times the thickness of a Band-Aid. You put the strip in where you used to put in your regular detergent, and they dissolve,” Haberkorn explains, adding, “There’s no plastic to get rid of. Some people don’t think they can make a difference with their choices, but I think I can.”

Sheryl DeVore is an award-winning author of six books on science, health and nature.

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Take a Silent Hike TIPS FOR WALKING MINDFULLY IN NATURE

by Sheila Julson

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ilent hikes offer an opportunity to be immersed in nature and quiet the internal chatter that too often consumes our daily routine. Wesley Trimble, communications and creative director of the American Hiking Society, has observed a growing interest in ecotherapies such as silent hikes that meld solitude and mindfulness with outdoor recreation. “Just 36

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getting out into nature, no matter where you are, is a great way to enjoy its beauty and focus on the experience,” he says.

When heading out on a silent hike or walk, in a group or alone, in a park or around the neighborhood, Trimble recommends taking long, deep, deliberate breaths. This allows the body to relax and focus on moving through space while be-

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ing aware of sensory experiences.

Acoustic ecologist Gordon Hempton takes a quiet hike every day. The author of One Square Inch of Silence has traveled the globe for four decades in search of quiet, natural spaces in which to record ecological soundscapes such as crashing ocean waves or the snowy crickets of Washington State. “Opening up in a naturally quiet place in nature or the wilderness lets you become physically healthier, mentally clearer and more in touch with what you really want,” he says.

Hempton suggests that a silent hike begin with listening, which for mammals is a primary way to gather information: “Any event creates a sound, and that sound carries information about that event.” When heading into a natural area, he recommends listening for the furthest sounds and focusing on the faintest ones. “Then listen to the whole place and notice what you feel. There’s nothing you need to say, but everything you need to hear.”

According to Hempton, it takes less time to enjoy the benefits of a silent hike than people might imagine. “Even five minutes can produce huge relief,” he says. “Don’t make it a stressful thing. Recognize how much time you have, give it that and notice how you feel.”

Advice for silent wilderness experiences can be found at the website of Quiet Parks International (QuietParks.org), a nonprofit that Hempton co-founded which is dedicated to preserving quiet in the wilderness.

Exercises to Quiet the Mind on a Silent Hike

Author and nature educator Joseph Bharat Cornell affirms that silent hikes help instill a sense of vibrant calmness. He created an outdoor learning strategy named Flow Learning, which is highly recommended by the U.S. National Park Service. It incorporates playful experiences into wellness walks to lessen internal dialogue and sharpen intuitive perception.

His book, Sharing Nature: Nature Aware-

ness Activities for All Ages, includes activities like the Silent Sharing Walk. “Teams of three people walk along and don’t say anything, but look and enjoy together,” he explains. “When you see something intriguing, gently tap the others on the shoulder, point and look together, and then quietly move on.”

The Trail of Beauty exercise encourages hikers to consider quotations like George Washington Carver’s “If you love it enough, anything will talk with you.” Participants explore trails to find something captivating that relates to the noteworthy words. Cornell advises to not use quotes that are too philosophical, because that can lead to internal dialogue that takes focus away from nature.

Group hikers can use the Nature In Me exercise to develop points of awareness.

After finding a captivating spot outdoors, participants sit down and rest their hands palms-down on their thighs, allowing awareness to flow from one observation to the next. Lightly press a finger on the leg for each noticeable observation—a passing cloud, chirping birds or the splash of a river otter. Cornell advises against slipping into passivity, because then the mind tends to wander.

The Sound Map activity encourages hikers to take paper and pencil on a silent hike. “Close your eyes and cup your hands around both ears and listen for a sound,” Cornell explains. "Mark an X at the center of your paper to represent where you are. Then make a simple symbol to represent your sound and its location. This encourages people to listen and focus.” Trimble cautions that silent hikes can increase the chances of an animal encounter, so it’s important to remain aware of surroundings at all times. Silent hikes can also help wildlife.

“One of the components of ‘leave no trace’ is the respect of wildlife,” he says.

“Many studies show the impact of noise pollution on different types of ecosystems. Silent hikes let us enjoy nature without disturbing wildlife.”

Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.

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How do you define superconsciousness, and how does it help us experience healing and create miracles?

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I think we play a role in that process. Many people are cultivating ease and healing themselves. A lot of people are unconsciously cultivating “dis-ease”. Your choices are to be consciously proactive, which is healing, or unconsciously reactive, which is disease-producing. There are two possibilities related to the energy of consciousness: flow or resistance. When we’re in resistance, we can spend so much time in negative, reactive situations. The more negatively reactive we are, the less flow

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Shiatsu is an ancient form of massage based on Chinese acupuncture theory that includes the use of breathing and stretching. Shiatsu can be done with clothes on or on bare skin. It’s better to perform shiatsu on bare skin using light holding to deep physical pressure applied with the palm of the hand or thumb. By stimulating acupuncture points, therapists aim to promote the flow of vital energy, also known as qi.

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Change Your Words Change Your Life

Break Your Desire into Its Essential Form Behind every desire—big or small—is a longing to experience a certain feeling. If life has shown you that you want a better job, a bigger house or a fitter body, try to identify the emotional payoff you believe you’ll receive once this goal is realized.

Do you believe you’ll experience a feeling of pride or satisfaction, or one of serenity or freedom? Use as many words as you can conjure to describe the energy you’re reaching for.

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he words we speak are never neutral, because language doesn’t simply describe reality. It creates it. With every word we utter, we’re either speaking into existence a reality we desire or actively creating a reality we dread. We cannot speak about being broke and attract prosperity. We can’t complain about feeling abandoned and attract great love.

We can’t criticize everything that’s wrong with a situation and simultaneously invent its improvement. We can only focus on one reality at a time—what we want or the absence of it—and the words we speak moment-by-moment are an indication of which way we’re leaning.

WORDS SUMMON CREATIVE ENERGY

When we say, “It shouldn’t be like this,” “Life is hard” or “Why can’t I get what I want?” we set into motion a powerful stream of unwanted energy. If you’ve ever watched one person’s negativity amplify

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the negativity in others, you understand this firsthand. Fortunately, the reverse is also true. We all have the ability to choose our thoughts, our perceptions—and our words—on purpose. When we change the way we speak about our life, we reclaim the power to change its trajectory. Here’s how to go about it:

Invite the Essence of Your Desire into Your Life As you connect with the energetic essence of your desire in each important area of your life, allow yourself to identify the thoughts, the attitudes—and the words—that would align you with this energy. In other words, if you had already attained everything you’re now striving for, what types of conversations would you be having with yourself and with others? Have these conversations now. When you shift your language, you shift everything.

Celebrity coach Christy Whitman is The New York Times bestselling author of The Art of Having It All and Taming Your Alpha Bitch. She is founder and CEO of the Quantum Success Coaching Academy and creator of WatchYourWords.com, a free, 30-day, language training program.

Use Unwanted Experiences to Clarify Your Desire Every unwanted experience presents you with a fundamental choice: You can complain about all that appears to be going wrong, or you can focus on what you now desire. In any uncomfortable circumstance, resist the temptation to complain, and focus instead on the clarity that’s been born within you. Ask yourself, “What do I want to experience in this area of my life, and how would I like this situation or relationship to look and feel?” Then make a commitment to speak always in favor of what you desire, never in contradiction to it.

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calendar of events The events described in this section were scheduled to take place at the time we went to press. Please check ahead to confirm their status.

and how to care for them in a home landscape. Receive a 20% off coupon for use on plant purchases. $10/member, $15/nonmember. Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers.

239-335-3670. EdisonFordWinterEstates.org.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 Light Code Activations – 9-10:30am. Channeled energy, activations and messages. These activations can be shortcuts to ease and grace, healing and prosperity. $22. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949. GoddessIAM.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 2 All Faiths Climate Action Team – 1:30-3pm.

Dedicated to engaging, informing, and motivating members of both our congregation and the larger community to take action to address the impact of climate change on our lives and the world. Free.

To register, Joan Marshall: jfmdbm@yahoo.com.

Reiki Circle – 5-6pm. Experience an atmosphere of healing while using reiki energy to remove blockages by balancing the many chakra energy channels.

Great for healing emotional and physical pain, noninvasive. $10. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949. GoddessIAM.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 4 YMCA Monthly Nutrition Seminar: Plant-Based Eating – 10:30-11:30am. Sustainable, plant-based proteins which are currently available, as well as those we might see more of in the future. $35/ member, $45/nonmember. Greater Naples YMCA, 5450 YMCA Rd, Naples. 239-597-3148. GreaterNaplesYMCA.org.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 16 Digital Discussion: Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh in Southwest Florida – 10:30-11:30am.

Site Program Manager Holly Shaffer will discuss why Charles and Anne Lindbergh chose to visit the Fort Myers area and the couple’s favorite things to do in our beautiful town. Free. Edison & Ford Winter Estates: 239-335-3670. EdisonFordWinterEstates.org.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5 Tarot Night – 6-7:30pm. Learn a deep lesson in tarot each month, along with gaining some real-life practice reading for your fellow students.

Attend single class or all year full mastery. Bring cards or some will be provided. $50. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949.

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Crystal Bowl Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. With Laurie Barraco. Feel yourself unwind and de-stress. align your chakras. $10. The Mystical Moon Bonita Springs, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 255, Bonita Springs. 239-301-0655. TheMysticalMoon.com.

MONDAY, AUGUST 8 Tai Chi with Dee – Aug 8 & 22. 6-7pm. With Denise (Dee) Duquette. Experience readily available qi (life force) through guided breathing and gentle, graceful movement. All levels. $12 (special summer pricing). Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. To register: 239-851-5415.

LotusBlossomClinic.com.

organization covering Lee and Collier Counties focused on national policies to address climate change. Free. Via Zoom. Register: FtMyers@CitizensClimateLobby.org or cclnaplesfl@gmail.com.

Goddess Circle – 7-8:30pm. With Pam Bzoch.

This month honoring the goddess Iris. Connect with the Divine Feminine and like-minded sisters.

Circle often includes meditation and ritual. $25. The Mystical Moon Bonita Springs, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 255, Bonita Springs. 239-301-0655.

TheMysticalMoon.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 12 Psychic Fair – 5-8pm. Mini-readings with experienced psychics and healers. Services include mediumship, tarot, reiki, angel, past-life, chakra balancing, intuitive, body scanning, oracle and more. $30/20 min. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949. GoddessIAM.com.

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 13

Fort Myers/Naples Chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby – 5-6pm. We are a nonpartisan, non-profit

Garden Talk: Mangolicious – 10-11:30am. Learn about the significance of the mango trees on the site

FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 Crystal Bowl Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. With Laurie Barraco. Feel yourself unwind and de-stress. align your chakras. $10. The Mystical Moon Bonita Springs, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 255, Bonita Springs. 239-301-0655. TheMysticalMoon.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20 Tarot Series – 11am-12:30pm. With Jennifer Garneau. For anyone who wants to gain more insight into tarot and has some familiarity with the cards.

August topic: Discovering Personalities in the Court Cards with a coordinating tarot spread. Bring a tarot deck. $25. The Mystical Moon Bonita Springs, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 255, Bonita Springs.

RSVP: 239-301-0655. TheMysticalMoon.com.

Psychic Fair – 11am-4pm. Mini-readings with experienced psychics and healers. Services include mediumship, tarot, reiki, angel, pastlife, chakra balancing, intuitive, body scanning, oracle and more. $30/20 min. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949.

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sunday Beginner Natal Chart Astrology Class – 5-6pm.

1st & 3rd Sun. Learn to interpret and understand your natal chart, what the signs and houses are and what they mean. $20. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. RSVP: CasaShanti.us.

monday Spirit Fest: Metaphysical and Holistic Fair – Aug 20-21. 10am-6pm, Sat; 10am-5:30pm, Sun. Enjoy 90 booths with vendors, practitioners, intuitive readers, artists and demonstrations. Something for everyone. Speakers throughout both days on a variety of topics. $12/day, $18/both days, free/age 12 & under. Vendor opportunities still available.

Charlotte Harbor Event Center, 75 Taylor St, Punta Gorda. SpiritFestFL.com. See ad on page 29 and news brief on page 13.

MONDAY, AUGUST 22 Let’s Cut the Chord – 11am-1:30pm. Meet for a mix + mingle. Connect with SWFL businesses for an interactive high vibrational experience. Enjoy light bites and drinks. Meet and shop some of your favorite local vendors, services, products and creative hands. $44. The Axe Lodge, 2371 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Ste 704, Naples. 347-889-7066.

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Tai Chi with Dee – 6-7pm. See Aug 8 listing. Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. To register: 239-851-5415.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 26 Reiki Circle – 7pm. With Pam Bzoch. Each month the circle focuses on one of the chakras. Meditation and healing on the root chakra. $25. The Mystical Moon Bonita Springs, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 255, Bonita Springs. 239-301-0655.

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 27

Grief Group Counseling – Thru Aug. 2-3pm. With Jennifer Bear Hoy, MS. Receive help and share memories in a group setting. Peaceful Summit Counseling, 1048 Goodlette Rd N, Ste 201, Naples.

239-450-8090.

tuesday Live Online Course in The Method of Spiritual Awakening – 2-4pm. 2nd Tues. Learn who you really are personally and spiritually, how to fulfill your meaning and purpose, how to overcome the “human condition” that causes all your stress, blockage, limitations and fear. Free. 239-287-3458.

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wednesday A Search for God Edgar Cayce Study Group – Thru Dec. 6-8pm. Weekly study group meeting based on the Edgar Cayce readings. New members welcome. 850-556-7604 or JanEselman@gmail. com. In-person or Zoom. Free. Unity of Fort Myers Sanctuary, 11120 Ranchette Rd, 1120 Ranchette Rd. UnityOfFortMyers.org.

thursday Tai Chi with Dee – 1-2pm. Also Mondays, Aug 8 & 22, 6-7pm. With Denise (Dee) Duquette. Experience readily available qi (life force) through guided breathing and gentle, graceful movement. All levels. $12 (Special summer pricing). Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. To register: 239-851-5415. LotusBlossomClinic.com.

Crystal Bowls Sound Bath Meditation – 6:457:45pm. With Jenny Hong. Experience the healing power of sound vibration with quartz crystal singing bowls. Jenny channels the healing energy of reiki. $15. Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. 239-277-1399. Pre-register: JennyLotusBlossom@gmail.com. LotusBlossomClinic.com.

friday Live Music – 6-9pm. Rotating list of local artists entertain guests in the courtyard. Free. Food & Thought, 2132 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. 239-2132222. FoodAndThought.com.

Crystal Bowl Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. 1st & 3rd Fri. With Laurie Barraco. Feel yourself unwind and de-stress. align your chakras. $10. The Mystical Moon Bonita Springs, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 255, Bonita Springs. 239-301-0655. TheMysticalMoon.com.

Sacred Realms of the Elements – 7-9pm. 2nd & 4th Fri. Join Joy Purcell for an in-depth exploration of each element, this month focusing on fire and water, includes an elemental meditation. Bring your journal or notebook. $20. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. CasaShanti.us.

saturday Meditation Class – 10-11am. 2nd & 4th Sat. Ashley Brownon leads an intuitively guided meditation class to start the weekend off on a good note with clarity, focus and grounding, often incorporating sound healing. $15. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. RSVP: CasaShanti.us.

Live Music – 6-9pm. Rotating list of local artists entertain guests in the courtyard. Free. Food & Thought, 2132 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. 239-2132222. FoodAndThought.com.

Shanti Shanti Spa Saturday – 10am-5pm. Choose from a reading, reiki session, facial, ionic detox footbath or any combination of services at special Spa Saturday prices. Recommend reserving sessions in advance to get the self-care experience you need. $35-$60/session. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. CasaShanti.us.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 Herbalism at Home – 1-2:30pm. Curious about herbs and how to use them? Come in for a cup of tea and a hands-on introduction to some common herbal allies. Learn about uses for a selection of herbs, and even make a product to take home with an herbalist from Crone House, now available at CasaShanti. $35. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. CasaShanti.us.

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ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE CENTER OF NAPLES Dr. Xiu Qiong Cen, AP, OMD (China) 5683 Naples Blvd, Naples 34109 P: 239-513-9232 • F: 239-513-9293 DrCenAcupuncture@gmail.com

Licensed acupuncture physician with 28 years experience in acupuncture and Chinese medicine.

Experienced in pain management, women’s health, insomnia, migraines, digestion issues and much more. See ad, page 6.

FORT MYERS ACUPUNCTURE & MASSAGE

Brian Healy, AP, DOM, LMT, CKYT 16680 McGregor Blvd, Ste 2, Ft Myers 33908 239-437-9355 FortMyersAcupunctureMassage.com 28 years experience treating orthopedic conditions of the back, neck, shoulder and knee using acupuncture, bodywork, Chinese herbal medicine, yoga and meditation.

Free phone consultations.

LOTUS BLOSSOM CLINIC

Acupuncture – Oriental Medicine David Martin, AP, DOM Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Estero, Bonita 239-277-1399 • LotusBlossomClinic.com Offering treatment for many health issues: pain, anxiety, stress, PTSD, fertility, heart, strokes, digestive and immune disorders. U.S. veterans: no cost with a V.A. referral.

PHYLLIS C. WEBER, AP

Acupuncture/Oriental Medicine 6249 Presidential Ct, Ste E, Ft Myers 33919 239-841-6611 • GulfCoastAcupuncture.com Specializing in pain, chronic disorders, overall wellness, allergy treatments (NAET) and kinesiology.

Acupuncture stimulates the body’s ability to heal all on its own! AP771.

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CHRISTINA CARLIN, AYURVEDIC PRACTITIONER

Ayurveda Clinic, Massage & Yoga Therapy 501 Goodlette-Frank Rd N, Ste A107, Naples 34102 • 239-450-6903 Practicing holistic medicine since 1987. Professional Member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, specializing in highly personalized Ayurvedic treatments and lifestyle consultations, Massage and individual Yoga sessions for chronic and acute problems. Pancha Karma, Shirodhara and skin care. Ayurveda and Yoga Study program available. MA0023929, MM0008584, FB0716888. See ad, page 6.

RB INSTITUTE, INC.

C. Robyn Berry, LMT, CRR, CCT, CLDT 13550 Reflections Pkwy, 5-502 & 5-503, Ft Myers • 239-939-4646 • RobynBerry.com Since 1994, gravity-enclosed UV/ Oxygen/Ozone sterilized medicalgrade water colonics, therapeutic, relaxing, chair, sports, prenatal massage, Craniosacral/SER, Heart Centered therapy, manual lymph drainage & XP2 System, visceral manipulation, HALO Photonic Blue-Violet Laser Botanical System, Asyra/Quest4 MSA Bio Meridian Stress Analysis, ear candling, Lakota YLEO Raindrop Therapy, Tuning Fork/Crystal/Bowls Therapy, reflexology, MPS, cupping, ozone steam cabinet and applied ozone therapies, infrared sauna, ionic foot detox by AMD, BEMER sessions, Power Plate, Hyperbaric Chamber, PER 2000 PEMF and notary. MM7376.

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY UPTOWN CHEMIST

ART OF HOLISTIC MASSAGE Est. 1991

Pharmacy, Compounding, Wellness Norman Ruiz-Castaneda, PharmD, Owner/ Pharmacist 2700 Immokalee Rd, Ste 24, Naples 239-431-4217 • UptownChemist.com

CDC guidelines followed (mask etc). Zero Balancing, Process Acupressure, Reiki. Webinar classes all discounted; call for registration. Reflexology, SEVA Stress Release, Insomnia, MT’s get CEs. Free self-massage video at AOHMassage.com.

DENTAL HEALTH

BODYWORK Alvina Quatrano, LMT FL MA 50896 For Info or Appt: 732-266-5276 AOHMassage.com

PAULA TERRY, LMT

239-821-3088, by appt. (Collier & Lee) Trained at the Upledger Institute, Paula utilizes CranioSacral Therapy combined with Heart-Centered Therapy, Somato Emotional Release™, Lymphatic Drainage, love and nurturement to foster the healing your body needs. Doula services.

MA35358.

CHIROPRACTOR NETWORK CHIROPRACTOR Dr. Michele Pelletiere 3411 Bonita Beach Rd, Ste 302, Bonita Springs • 239-949-1222

N.S.A. Practitioner level III. “Healing waves” release tension throughout the body, increasing wellness and quality of life, promoting new strategies for a healthy spine and nervous system.

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Norman is a licensed pharmacist with 15+ years of experience, specializing in compounding. He offers a personable approach in consultation, practicing with integrative medicine and fostering a relationship with the prescribing doctor; creating a “hometown” pharmacy for all of our patients.

THE INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR DENTAL EXCELLENCE

Yolanda Cintron, DMD 2021 E Commercial Blvd, Ste 208 Ft Lauderdale FL 33308 • 954-938-4599 GoNaturalDentistry.com All phases of dentistry for optimum health, holistic, bio-compatible dentistry. Sedation dentistry. Removing of toxic metals, replacing them with bio-compatible materials. Laser dentistry for painless surgeries and extractions. Zirconia/ceramic implants. Natural bone augmentation/plasma rich growth factor. Oral DNA testing. Add gums to receding gums.

ROGER J. PINT, MPH, DMD

9200 Bonita Beach Rd, Ste 111 Bonita Springs, 34135 • 239-676-8730 BonitaDentalStudio.com Dr. Pint can join your health journey and play a role in minimizing toxicity; this includes protection while removing dental materials plus consultation. All X-rays are digital and minimal. See ad, page 12.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE NAPLES CENTER FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

Dr. Lindsey Berkson, MA, DC, CNS, DACBN, CAN 800 Goodlette Rd N, Ste 270, Naples 34102 229-649-7400 • NaplesCFM.com

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Dr. Lindsey Berkson is a hormone scholar and functional medicine specialist focusing on hormones, anti-aging and medical nutrition at Naples Center for Functional Medicine. See ad, page 47.

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NAPLES CENTER FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

Eduardo Maristany, MD 800 Goodlette Rd N, Ste 270, Naples 34102 239-649-7400 • NaplesCFM.com Eduardo Maristany, M.D. is a board-certified internal medicine physician trained in functional/integrative medicine, genomic interpretation, and anti-aging. Dr. Maristany incorporates genomic intelligence and cutting-edge tools to provide his patients with comprehensive genetic health risks and benefits, and a personalized health plan for optimal wellness. See ad, page 47.

NAPLES CENTER FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

Carol L. Roberts, MD 800 Goodlette Rd N, Ste 270, Naples 34102 239-649-7400 • NaplesCFM.com Carol L. Roberts, M.D. has practiced functional/integrative/holistic medicine for 25 years. She provides patients with testing to uncover causes of chronic illness, guidance in resolving health issues and education to assist the patient in her own healing. She is Medical Director at the Naples Center for Functional Medicine, formerly the Hughes Center. See ad, page 47.

ZORAYDA “JIJI” TORRES, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP

Internal Medicine, Functional Medicine Office: 239-444-5636 • UpstreamMD.com Dr. Torres is a board-certified internist with over 17 years of experience and knows the limitations of conventional internal medicine. She is among the few Certified Practitioner M.D.s, trained by the Institute For Functional Medicine. See ad, page 11.

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FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION KAREEMA BAKSH, CFNC, AADP, D PHARM (TT) Reset Fx Nutrition 239-322-6363 Serving Lee & Collier Counties resetfxnutrition.com resetfxnutrition.com/bookcall

NATURAL & ORGANIC MARKET ADA’S NATURAL MARKET

7070 College Pkwy, Ft Myers 33907 Mon-Sat: 9am-8pm, Sun: 9am-7pm Ph: 239-939-9600 • Fax: 239-288-6210 AdasMarket.com Natural and organic produce and grocery items. Vitamins and supplements. Organic juice and smoothie bar. New Green Leaf Café. Market-prepared foods.

1000s of gluten-free items. See ad, page 33.

Providing a 10-week virtual lifestyle program supporting Caribbean menopausal women living in America with hormonal imbalances, blood sugar fluctuations, weight-loss challenges. “The doctor of the future is the patient.”

HEALTHY DINING FOOD & THOUGHT ORGANIC FARM MARKET & CAFÉ

2132 Tamiami Trl N, Naples 239-213-2222 • FoodAndThought.com Open: Mon-Sat, 7am-9pm; and Sun, 8am-4pm. Florida’s only 100% organic market and café.

Fresh produce delivered daily.

Homemade breakfast, lunch and dinner. See ad, page 10.

HOLISTIC CENTER ACCESS HOLISTIC HEALING & HYPNOSIS

Michele Durham, CHHP, AANWP, CH, MBA 840 111th Ave N, Ste 8, Naples, 34108 239-776-2211 • info@accessholistichealing.com AccessHolisticHealing.com

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Certified Holistic Health & Hypnosis Practitioner specializing to rebalance the mind/body/spirit.

Offering sound and light therapy for pain, medical-grade dry salt and infrared sauna, crystals, books and more. See ad, page 12.

NATURAL & ORGANIC PRODUCTS ANATTA

447 Broadway, Ste 204 New York City, NY 10013 347-762-1268 • AnattaMarket.com Anatta is a global online marketplace for natural, organic and raw products from farmers worldwide.

The newly-formed company’s products include a variety of essential oils and waters, and its unique business model eliminates overhead costs by connecting customers directly with farmers.

MAGNETUDE JEWELRY

MagnetudeJewelry.com/LisaDoyle ljbluestar@hotmail.com 239-851-4729 We use the strongest Neodymium bio-magnets (4000 gauss) to attach our “‘tudes” to our bases.

These bio-magnets help to overcome the harmful effects of EMFs by increasing cellular energy and vitality. Interchangeable, beautiful and most are designed with powerful gems with your health in mind. See ad, page 8.

NUTRITION METAPHYSICAL STORE HOUSE OF SPIRITS

12995 S Cleveland Ave, Ste 108, Ft Myers 239-362-0628 HouseOfSpiritsShop@gmail.com Visit us on Facebook & Instagram Intuitive readings, tarot/ oracle decks, oils, incense, candles, books, statues, crystals, reiki, monthly psychic fairs, seances, classes and BioMat therapy. A warm atmosphere and positive energy with unique and unusual items to purchase. Se habla Espanol.

D-SIGNED NUTRITION, LLC

Dee Harris, RDN, LDN, CDE Bonita Bay Executive Center 3531 Bonita Bay Blvd, Ste 300, Bonita Sprgs 239-676-5249 • D-SignedNutrition.com Nutrition is our lifeblood. Healing with food starts with a personalized plan to address inflammation, nutrient insufficiencies, toxic burden and imbalances in the body.

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MARCY HESS, BS

501 Goodlette Rd N, Ste C208, Naples 239-231-6028 ThePerfect10Strength@gmail.com Looking and feeling strong and healthy is the first reason for working with a nutrition coach.

Let me help you get back on track for life without dieting! See ad, page 40.

PLANT-BASED CHEF & CATERING LISA BROWN

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OFFICE AVAILABLE LUXURY TREATMENT ROOMS – Next to established Pilates studio near Park Shore. Suitable for massage, aesthetics or similar. From $430, all inclusive. 239-398-5578.

SERVICES SOUNDS OF CELEBRATIONS & HEALING – by JamesSteven Farnsworth. The Fiddle Flowers Fiddle Gram. Gift of 12 beautiful roses in a vase and gift card, plus a lovely mini-concert of violin/ fiddle music. Special intro price: $85 local delivery.

Additional services: artistic violin performance: weddings and all special events. The Healing Violin: transformative sound therapy for the elderly and those affected by physical and mental disabilities.

Graceful Passages: Funerals and end-of-life celebrations. Call/text: 510-292-7786, JsfViolin@gmail. com. TheHealingViolin.com.

Plant-based Chef & Educator 646-642-0083 FreeFlowingHealth.com Chef Lisa offers customized, personal, plant-based chef services and catering to busy professionals and individuals looking to eat healthier and feel better.

PSYCHOTHERAPIST PEACEFUL SUMMIT COUNSELING Jennifer Vear Hoy, MS 1048 Goodlette-Frank Rd N, #201, Naples, 34102 • 239-450-8090

Specializing in grief/loss, assertiveness training, anxiety, anger management, addictions, depression and relationship problems.

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YOGA MEREDITH MUSICK, LMT, E-RYT 2000 239-269-8846

Master Yoga Teacher and massage therapist with 28 years experience, serving Naples since 1999. Sundamaged skin repair clinician, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage, sports and neuromuscular therapy, cranio facial and TMJ relief, heal injuries. Improve posture: alignment-based yoga and posture classes.

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