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rewarding jobs we can ever have. There are no vacations, and while they say if we do it right, we work ourselves right out of the job, I don’t think that is correct. Yes, we work to cultivate self-sufficiency, but that does not mean that our children will not forever remain so in our eyes, even when they have children of their own, are older than we were when we brought them into the world and even when their hair is going grey. No one can prepare us for the all-encompassing, never-ending love that comes with being a parent. Others may come and go in life, but your child is forever more your child. Many of the titles referenced in our “Simplified Parenting” feature article on page 15 reference “calm, collected” parenting. The article is full of excellent advice and wisdom. I wish I could say I was always calm and collected, but that is not even remotely true. I am far from being a perfect parent. I have lost my cool more than I would like to admit. I read a quote, I’m not quite sure where it was from, but it basically said, “Our kids don’t need perfect parents, they need us—who we truly are—warts and all.” I took comfort in those words. Authenticity for the win! Of course, we want to be our best selves with our children and with everyone we meet, but we are human, and by nature imperfect. I couldn’t have screwed up too badly, because my son has grown into one heck of a man. If you have a little one at home trying your patience, I hope you will take comfort in those words, too. They need you— authentic, imperfect you. They will see through anything less. I read a book when my son was young, Raising Your Spirited Child, and it was a lifesaver! One of the analogies I liked in the book compared a well-adjusted child to a river. As long as we don’t pollute it, it will remain a healthy body of water. If we let our children be who they are, without polluting them with our “garbage” or expectations for who we think they should be, they will thrive. Our job is to not get in the way of their evolution to becoming their truest selves. One of the most beautiful things about becoming a parent for me was seeing the world through his eyes. It was like going through a second childhood. He restored my sense of awe and wonder in simple things, in nature. I would have never believed that I could develop an interest in dinosaurs, but how can you resist a 2-year old who tells you his favorite dinosaur is a pachycephalosaurus? Can you pronounce that word? I had not even heard of such a creature until he came along, much less have been able to spell or pronounce it. His pronunciation was perfect—and unbelievably adorable. But it’s not all dinosaurs, butterflies and rainbows. It’s hard work, and kids can wear you out. They don’t understand that parents have their own needs. We are superhuman in their eyes. Parents need to take a break and recharge when they can, which I know is not always easy. It is however, one of the very best things you can do for your children. Andrew Shykofsky shares how meditation can be that mini-break in “Meditation Takes the Edge off Parenting,” on page 14. I hope you find this issue useful, informative and encouraging in your journey as a parent and as an individual. I hope it helps you achieve more off those calm and collected moments, but if you should be less than perfect, I hope you will take a breath and take a moment to recharge. Remind yourself that while your children may think you are superhuman, you are still a perfectly imperfect human. They wouldn’t want you any other way.

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Contents 14 MEDITATION

Takes The Edge Off Parenting

15 SIMPLIFIED PARENTING

Why Less Means More Happiness

18 ERLING KAGGE

on Our Deep Need For Silence

19 MULTILEVEL HEALING Embracing All Dimensions of Well-Being

20 INTUITIVE AND

HEALING ARTS GUIDE

21 DIVE INTO

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21 COACHES CORNER 23 MIGHTY MINERALS What We Need to Stay Healthy

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27 A KINDER HEART

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28 NATURAL IMMUNE BOOSTERS FOR KIDS How to Power Up Their Defenses

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Celebrate Gullah/Geechee Culture

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riahna Wenke was raised on the Connecticut coastline and began painting murals for local businesses by age 16, although she’s been filling sketchbooks since her earliest memories. After graduating from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in history and anthropology, she spent her early 20s painting murals and embarking on international travels to Australia, Europe, Asia, North Africa and Central America. She states, “ I’m searching for a form of integrity—a synchronicity between color, truth in form and unapologetic confidence behind the strokes of my palette knife. I believe the visual power of art can remind us what we cannot afford to forget, just how human we really are. In our modern society, immediacy rules. Visuals that get information to the viewer most efficiently run our technological world. I believe that my generation is seeking something tangible, grasping back at our roots for stability; maybe it’s nostalgia for simpler times, closer to the natural world.” In 2014, Wenke moved from Manhattan and the fashion industry to the Charleston area to pursue life as a full-time painter. Her work is collected both locally and internationally and has been featured in Charleston Living magazine. View her work at ArtByBri.com.

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he Gullah/Geechee Nation International Music & Movement Festival will be held from August 3 through 5 in Charleston, kicking off on Friday with individual tours, followed by a VIP welcoming reception. Saturday’s events start at the Charleston Music Hall and include Gullah/Geechee craft, music, drama and storytelling presentations by native Gullah/Geechee artists, including the sweetgrass artistry of Anastatia Ketchen and Gregory Grant, the Wona Womalan African Drumming and Dance Troupe, the cast of “Gullah/Geechee Knows Emmanuel,” De Gullah Cunneckshun, Bajan poet and dramatic artist Winston Farrell and more. There will be a meet-and-greet luncheon by chef Benjamin Dennis with featured artist Quadré Stuckey and Queen Quet, chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation (QueenQuet.com). Saturday ends with a Sea Island Sunset VIP Party with a Purpose private charter cruise on Charleston Harbor. The Festival concludes on Sunday at 2 p.m. with a closing drumming ceremony and community reception at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/GullahGeecheeMusicFestival. Buy tickets at Eventbrite.com.

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he Volunteer Work Weekend from September 7 through 9 at Springbank Retreat Center for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts is an opportunity for visitors to find out more about Springbank. They can gather with old or new friends for laughter, great food and good old-fashioned work; washing windows, raking leaves, clearing paths, gardening and tending to the sacred sites. For those that want to return for retreats and workshops, they begin in September and continue into early December. Program fees include lodging and meals. Fall programs include A Contemplative Retreat and Tai Chi Chih; an exploration of The Universe Story; a workshop, Awakening the Soul Within, with instruction in playing a Native American-style flute; a poetic journey, Wondering Between Two Worlds; Indigenous Wisdom and Pottery, Spirit Quest, a 12-Step Retreat for Women and Men; basket-weaving; a celebration of ecology, with prose, poetry, and prayer; and painting for the non-painter. Located near Kingstree in a quiet, rural setting, Springbank has been an ecumenical center for retreats, hospitality, healing, earth education and the arts for more than 50 years. Visitors can arrive on Friday evening for dinner and stay until after lunch on Sunday. Location: 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. For more information, call 843-382-9777, email Springbank@SpringbankRetreat.org or visit SpringbankRetreat.org. See ad, page 13.

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Race for Alzheimer’s Research

he 2018 Thrivent Financial Race For The ARK will be held on August 25 to benefit The ARK Alzheimer’s Support Services. The race starts and ends at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, located at 206 Central Avenue, in Summerville. Race packets can be picked up either the day prior to the race from noon to 6 p.m., or on Race Day from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. at the Fellowship Hall. There will be an awards ceremony after the race. The ARK provides technical direction in organization, development, policies and procedures; training for staff and volunteers in dementia care techniques; educational materials and educational opportunities for caregivers and volunteers; identifying grant funding sources; review and critique of completed grant applications; advice and counsel as a program grows; assistance to identify community partners and interest groups; and assessment of immediate and long-term needs.

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he nonprofit Destiny Community Café, inside Scotts Grand, will host a Health & Wellness Expo from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 29. Raine Mertz, co–coordinator of the event and success stimulator at Raine’s Realm, a coaching, energy healing, and image consulting company, says, “We are looking for vendors who offer clients and patients natural health options that help maintain a healthy lifestyle.” Proceeds from the event support the Pay-What-You-Can! Program at the café. Ragina Scott Saunders, owner of Scotts Grand and the Destiny Community Café, explains, “It is the intent of Destiny Community Cafe to build a healthy community by providing the basic need of food in a respectful and dignified manner to anyone who walks through the door.” Destiny Community Café is is the only One World Everybody Eats Foundation (OWEE) Pay What You Can Cafe in South Carolina. Massage therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, naturopathic healing providers, reiki masters and similar practitioners may sign up as a vendor for $25 or to as a five-minute speaker and vendor for $75. Admission is $7 and includes a $5 voucher to spend with any vendor they choose. Location: 5060 Dorchester Rd., Ste, 320, North Charleston. Fore more information, call Mertz at 843-670-0702 or Ragina Saunders at 843-478-4462.

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Holding Hands Reduces Pain Holdings hands with a loved one reduces physical pain, report researchers at the University of Colorado and University of Haifa that studied the brainwaves of 22 heterosexual couples between ages 23 and 32. When in each other’s presence, the couples’ brainwaves tended to synchronize, especially in the alpha mu band, a measure of focused attention; holding hands amplified this effect and markedly lowered pain levels. The more empathetic the man was to the woman’s pain, the more their brain activity synced and her pain decreased. Men that were less empathetic did not produce the same effect. 8

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Turmeric Helps Heal Skin Ailments Turmeric, with its renowned anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, seems to improve a number of skin conditions when taken topically or orally, concludes a review of clinical studies published in Phytotherapy. Researchers at Drexel University, in Philadelphia, and the University of California, Sacramento, selected the 10 strongest clinical studies on turmeric out of 234 published. They concluded that this spice, with its active ingredient curcumin, was effective in treating acne, oral lichen planus (mouth inflammation), pruritus (itchy skin), psoriasis, radiodermatitis (a side effect of radiation treatment), diabetic microangiopathy (bleeding of small blood vessels) and diabetic edema (swelling). Studies on other skin conditions were either inconsistent or ineffective, the report concluded.

Mediterranean Diet Cuts Risk of Prostate Cancer In a five-year study published in The Journal of Urology of 2,000 older Spanish men, those following a Mediterranean diet rich in fish, boiled potatoes, whole fruits, vegetables, legumes and olive oil that was low in juices had a significantly lower risk of aggressive prostate cancer compared to those eating a Western diet. This protective effect was not found in diets higher in fatty foods, red and processed meat, refined grains and sweets. The researchers also reviewed other science to date, confirming the protective effect of the Mediterranean diet as well as “healthy” and “prudent” diets, all consisting of greater portions of fruits and vegetables.

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Vitamin D can’t be metabolized without sufficient magnesium levels. Thus, it remains stored and inactive for as many as 50 percent of Americans on nutrient-poor diets, reports a research review in the Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. “Without magnesium, vitamin D is not really useful or safe,” says study co-author Mohammed S. Razzaque, Ph.D., a professor of pathology at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, in Erie, Pennsylvania. As a consequence, taking vitamin D supplements can increase a person’s calcium and phosphate levels, even if they remain vitamin D deficient, he explains; and that can lead to vascular calcification if their magnesium levels aren’t sufficient. The magnesium factor may explain why vitamin D supplementation doesn’t necessarily help vitamin D deficiency-related disorders such as skeletal deformities, cardiovascular diseases and metabolic syndrome. Natural sources of magnesium include almonds, cashews and other nuts, bananas, beans, broccoli, brown rice, egg yolks, fish oil, green vegetables, mushrooms, oatmeal, soybeans, sweet corn, tofu, whole grains, and pumpkin, sesame, sunflower and flax seeds.

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Sodas Lower Fertility Women that drink one or more sugary sodas a day are 25 percent less likely each month to become pregnant. Men drinking the same amount are 33 percent less likely each month to father a child. Boston University School of Medicine researchers studied 1,045 men and 3,828 women that were tested for a period up to 12 menstrual cycles. Energy drinks had an even greater fertility-lowering effect than sugar-laden drinks; fruit juices and diet sodas had little impact.

Screentime Overdose Means Unhappy Teens Teens that spend the most time staring at screens while playing games, texting, surfing the Internet or engaging in social media tend to be unhappier than those with less screen time, reports a San Diego State University study of more than a million teens.

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Expecting Moms Can Protect Against Autism Mothers that take folic acid or multivitamins before and during pregnancy can significantly lower a child’s risk of autism, according to the latest research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Psychiatry. Researchers from Canada, Israel and the School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, in New York City, studied 45,300 children, at the age of 10 on average, correlating children’s autism spectrum diagnoses with records of mothers’ supplementation. They found that women that took the supplements prior to pregnancy were 61 percent less likely to have a child diagnosed with autism. Taking supplements during pregnancy was linked to a 73 percent reduced risk. The overall likelihood of autism was 1.3 percent of the children.

Fiber Lowers Blood Sugar In a study that offers hope for people with Type 2 diabetes, Rutgers University researchers have shown that a diet high in diverse fibers promotes the growth of certain gut bacteria, leading to improved blood glucose control, increased insulin production and improved average blood glucose (A1C) levels. In the six-year study published in Science, 27 diabetes patients in China were fed a diet of whole grains, Traditional Chinese Medicinal foods and prebiotics for up to 86 days, while a group of 16 similar patients ate a similar diet with less fiber. All took the diabetes drug acarbose, which helps turn starch into fiber. By the study’s end, 89 percent of those on the high-fiber diet and 50 percent of the lower-fiber diet group reached blood sugar levels in the normal range. Researchers theorized that the fiber increased numbers of the specific bacteria that break down carbohydrates, producing short-chain fatty acids that nourished gut-lining cells, reduced inflammation and helped control appetite. A shortage of short-chain fatty acids has been associated with Type 2 diabetes and other diseases. August 2018

Parrot Prosthetics 3-D Printers Help Rehabilitate Animals

Climate Consensus

Researchers Raise Red Flags

A research paper, World Scientists’ Warning to Humanity: A Second Notice, published in the journal Bioscience about the fate of humanity, has received more than 20,000 signatures and endorsements from scientists in 184 countries. Meanwhile, if humans don’t reduce greenhouse gas emissions drastically and maintain carbon sinks like forests within 10 years, the impact on our climate will be catastrophic, according to the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis. Researchers there have developed a model that they believe could do the trick; it calls for fossil fuel consumption to be reduced to less than 25 percent of the global energy supply by 2100, a drastic cut from the 95 percent being used now. Deforestation also must be cut significantly to lead to a 42 percent decrease in cumulative emissions. The target is in line with the Paris agreement on climate change, which 194 countries have signed, but not the United States. 10

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Dolly Parton Donates Millions of Books Singer Dolly Parton donated the 100 millionth book of her career via her nonprofit Imagination Library earlier this year. She began in 1995, donating books to children in her home state of Tennessee. Now, Imagination Library mails 1 millionplus books per month to children around the world. Parton celebrated the milestone by donating to and giving a reading at the Library of Congress. “My daddy couldn’t read and write, and that always troubled and bothered him, so I wanted to do something special for him,” says Parton. “I got the idea to start this program and let my dad help me with it, and he got to live long enough to hear the kids call me the ‘book lady.’”

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Pete, a 34-year-old Amazon parrot, received a boot-like prosthesis made by a 3-D printer from a customized mold after his leg was ripped off by a fox. A day later, he was not only already starting to accept it, but also realized he could place his weight on it. “That in itself is revolutionary for a bird,” says Veterinarian LaToya Latney, service head and attending clinician of the Exotic Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine’s Ryan Hospital, known as Penn Vet. “He gets it.” In another case of an interspecies application of new medical technology, Lola, a Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle, the most endangered species of marine turtle, suffered injuries so extensive that a flipper was amputated. Losing a limb can make it difficult for a turtle to avoid predators or chase after prey. At the Key West Aquarium, in Florida, Iok Wong, Samantha Varela and Vivian Liang, three recent engineering graduates from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute, in Massachusetts, used their specialized skills and 3-D printing to create an effective, low-cost prosthetic turtle flipper.

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Plog On

Picking Up Litter While Jogging Becomes a Winning Trend

Sweden’s latest fitness craze, plogging, is a mashup of jogging and the Swedish plocka upp, meaning pick up, in this case, litter. There are plogging groups in Scandinavia, Germany and other parts of Europe. According to the Swedish fitness app Lifesum, which makes it possible for users to track plogging activity, a half-hour of jogging while picking up trash will burn 288 calories for the average person, compared with 235 via jogging alone. A brisk walk expends about 120 calories. The Washington Post reports that in the U.S., it’s just starting to catch on among exercisers fed up with rubbish along their routes. They carry trash bags and pluck litter and recyclables off sidewalks and bushes wearing gardening gloves for safety. The environmental organization Keep America Beautiful recently started promoting plogging to encourage trash-free communities, putting out the #plogging message to its 600 affiliates. Spokesman Mike Rosen reports that response has been surprisingly robust.

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Big Melt

North Pole Rises Above Freezing

March 20 is normally close to the coldest season at the North Pole, but an extraordinary thaw swelled over the tip of the planet this year. Analyses show that the temperature warmed to the melting point as an enormous storm pumped an intense pulse of heat through the Greenland Sea. Temperatures may have soared as high as 35 degrees, reports the U.S. Global Forecast System model. Such extreme warm intrusions in the Arctic, once rare, are becoming routine, research has shown. A study published in Geophysical Research Letters in July 2017 found that since 1980, these events are becoming more frequent, longer-lasting and more intense. Study author Robert Graham, from the Norwegian Polar Institute, says, “Previously, this was not common. It happened in four years between 1980 and 2010, but has now occurred in four out of the last five winters.” The events are related to the decline of winter sea ice in the Arctic, with last January’s the lowest on record.

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A paper published in the journal Science Advances reports sea-level rise projections for San Francisco and the Bay Area in California that had not previously factored in a geological phenomenon called subsidence—the settling or sinking of the land. When too much groundwater is pumped out of aquifers, the land on top sinks. In San Francisco, subsidence is occurring in areas developed atop artificial landfill and mud deposits. The area around the bay is in jeopardy of being underwater by 2100, and factoring in subsidence increases the projected amount of land underwater from 46 to 166 square miles, including half the runways at San Francisco International Airport.

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ugs are a typical welcome for clients at Ideal Posture & Spine. Dr. Seth and Dr. Katally Strauss have a lot of fun and a great rapport with their clients, but what really differentiates them is their comprehensive knowledge of inflammation, food sensitivities and the gut microbiome. They are becoming known for resolving chronic conditions for their patients when no one else could. In addition to serving local clients, others are coming from all over. Both of them relate to their patients because they each came to chiropractic after it solved their own health crises. Seth was overweight as a child and had severe eczema, headaches, back pain and digestive issues. His father died when he was 12, and it inspired Seth to work to improve his health. When he was 17, he developed debilitating back pain to the point that he couldn’t run. Seth was a star player for one of the top Rugby schools in South Africa at that point, so he was sent to some of the most prestigious specialists in the country. After seeing numerous specialists without relief, one of his teachers recommended a chiropractor. The chiropractor identified the source of Seth’s issues. The lowest lumbar vertebrae had fractured and the disc had slipped forward. The chiropractor took Seth under his wing and changed his life by helping him address the three foundations of chiropractic; trauma, toxins and thoughts. He also helped him locate a full rugby scholarship to Life University in the United States, where he met Katally. Katally developed daily debilitating migraines after being in a car accident in college. She went to numerous doctors who tried all sorts of medications, but still the migraines kept coming. One doc12

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tor even put her on a bipolar medication which threw her into a severe depression after the second dose. She was truly at the end of her rope. Her sister recommended that she try chiropractic. She was skeptical, but was willing to do anything to get her life back. The chiropractor identified issues with her neck which were the primary source of her migraines. Chiropractic took away the daily migraines and they have never returned. She had been a premed major, but her own healing journey inspired her to become a chiropractor, because chiropractic succeeded where traditional medicine failed. The other staff members came to Ideal Posture & Spine first as patients.

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“My husband became a patient after having major back surgery in November 2017. I worked next door to Ideal Posture & Spine and kept hearing their patients talk about how much they helped them, so I told my husband to give them a try since he was still experiencing horrible chronic pain. Their comprehensive approach and problem-solving methodology changed his life. He then brought our 10- year old son who was born with torticollis. Once X-rays were taken, we realized he was on the brink of having scoliosis. So, he is also now a patient. Just the foot lift alone corrected some hip issues.” “My husband talked to Dr. Seth about my chronic bloat and constipation. I had been to one doctor after another, but nothing helped or made sense. It really scared me. So, I came in as a patient. I have issues to address with my spinal health, but our Immuno testing and results have made

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ne group that may legitimately claim to have no time for meditation is the parents of young children; squeezing in all the needed daily tasks while also attending to children’s needs is quite demanding. But taking 20 minutes to meditate a few times a week can translate into infinite greater patience and calmness when things get tough. While meditation won’t eliminate all the frustrations that come with parenting, it can take the edge off, turning huge deals into manageable tasks. One of the primary reasons that parenting can take us to our emotional limits is because children have not yet developed an awareness of adult needs. From the child’s perspective, parents are superhuman beings that provide everything for them when they need it. They don’t yet see parents as human beings with their own feelings and needs. Being subjected to the emotional needs of kids all day everyday can erode our patience. It can simply feel like too much to handle, leading to moments of impatience and even explosive anger. Those that internalize their feelings rather than get angry might turn on themselves, becoming overly critical and anxious. Those learning to meditate face the difficulty of wanting to benefit from the practice while feeling frustrated by the challenges every newbie encounters, namely relaxing and doing nothing. The mind often screams that there are so many better things that could be done during the time allocated for meditation. Investing the energy needed to begin is an act of faith. Within a few weeks or possibly sooner, subtle shifts will become evident. Many parents report an odd sense of healthy detachment from every upsetting situation and a greater acceptance of family challenges. The reason this occurs is because meditation acts as a timeout from the emotional demands of running the household. It is a very clear chunk of “me time” that defuses the stored tensions that may have accumulated over several days. Deep breathing while making conscious effort to simplify our thoughts has a therapeutic effect. Upon emerging from a 20-minute meditation, most people report greater calmness and renewed ability to face challenging situations. Andrew Shykofsky is the lead meditation instructor at Meditate Center for Healing Arts, in West Ashley, which offers meditation classes and course. For more information, email Andrew@MeditateCenter.com or visit MeditateCenter.com. See ad, page 7.

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Simplified Parenting Why Less Means More Happiness by Deborah Shouse

Parents wishing to simplify child-raising seek less stress and more fun; less scheduling and more casual time; less “shoulds” and more “want-tos” less second-guessing and more confidence.

or a happier family life, experts encourage parents to stay true to their own values, strengths and sense of family purpose, focusing on the wonders of their children instead of endless daily tasks. It begins with each child feeling loved.

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For Gary Chapman, Ph. D., author of The 5 Love Languages of Children: The Secret to Loving Children Effectively, understanding each child’s particular needs for touch, affirming words, quality time, gifts or acts of service is foundational to parenting success. “Other than security, a child’s deepest need is to feel loved,” says Chapman, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. “If their love tank is full, children grow up emotionally healthy. Knowing a child’s preferred language helps parents effectively communicate their feelings. The question is not, ‘Do you love your children?’ It’s, ‘Do your children feel loved?’” As Chapman arrives home, his son rushes to hug him, grinning while his dad tousles his hair. Chapman’s daughter often

calls out, “Dad, come into my room. I want to show you something.” This is how he communicates with each child in their primary love language. Parents learn their children’s preferred communication style by observing their behavior, noticing how they express love and listening to them. They can also offer options and track results. For example: n Would you like to take the dog to the park (quality time) or for me to help you study for a test (acts of service)? n Would you like to wrestle (touch) or shop for your new shoes (gift)? “Ideally, we offer heavy doses of the child’s primary language and sprinkle in the others,” says Chapman. “Children who feel loved respond better to suggestions and discipline. They also learn how to express their feelings.”

Avoid Unreal Idealizing

Some parents carry a mental snapshot of their ideal child, perhaps envisioning a kid that is into sports or even-tempered or academically gifted. Often, that picture is very different from the actual child. The first step to truly accepting the child is to allow ourselves to feel whatever authentic feelings pop up. The parent might think, “I love my son, but am struggling; I adore sports and may never get to share that with him.” “Give yourself time to process disappointment,” advises Susan Stiffelman, a Los Angeles marriage and family therapist, mother of one and author of Parenting Without Power Struggles: Raising Joyful, Resilient Kids While Staying Cool, Calm and Connected. “Then identify the things you love about your kids and share those with them.” As just one example, we might convey that we love the sound of their voice and how gentle they are with the baby. “Appreciating our children as they are is one way to keep our hearts open,” says Stiffelman.

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Create Rhythm and Rituals

Rhythmic activities ease the anxiety of family transitions and furnish warm solidarity, consistency and connectedness. “Increasing the predictability of meals, bedtime and other rituals also improves family life,” says Davina Muse, a mental health counselor and mother of two from Great Barrington, Massachusetts. Muse serves as training director for Simplicity Parenting, a program based on Kim John Payne’s book Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids that offers a connective ritual families can merge with mealtimes. Each person describes a “rose” (one good thing from the day) or a “thorn” (one challenging thing) and a “bud” (one thing they’re anticipating). Such sharing builds a family connection and helps kids discuss difficult issues, notes Muse. Also, “Describing the bud lifts everyone’s mood.” Every Friday evening, the Dornfests share a Sabbath dinner, a lowkey way for them to gather and talk. “This ritual adds a rhythm to our week and anchors us,” says Dornfest.

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downtime is necessary to well-being. In her daily check-in, Dornfest confers with herself and her husband, inquiring, “How are things going? Are they too hectic? Is our schedule energizing or draining?” She advises, “When I feel like I’m riding a runaway train, I slow down. There seem to be so many ‘shoulds’ in parenting; we instead need to discover what our family loves.” Before enlisting a child for an activity, Dornfest suggests we ask why it’s important: Are you making up for your own missed opportunities as a child? Are you worried your child will miss out? Do you equate these lessons with being a good and caring parent? Parenting is more than checking off lists and tasks. It’s about being connected with children. Build in playtime, roughhousing, chase each other around the yard, toss balloons or balls together, blow bubbles and welcome opportunities for laughter.

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When Barbara Unell, a parent educator and author of Discipline With Love and Limits: Calm, Practical Solutions to the 43 Most Common Childhood Behavior Problems, birthed twins, she was initially daunted by the work of caring for them. Then she began simplifying by focusing on the “wow” factors. “Being a parent speaks to the core of our humanity. Experiencing the growth and development of a human being is miraculous. I started looking at parenting through that lens,” says Unell, who lives in the Leawood, Kansas, area. Asha Dornfest, of Portland, Oregon, a podcaster, co-author of Minimalist Parenting: Enjoy Modern Family Life More by Doing Less and mother of two, relates, “I paid more attention to my values and my family’s unique needs and was less influenced by parenting experts, social pressures and well-meaning peers.” Dornfest explored her own values by asking, “What did I learn from my parents?” and, “How do I want my family to be different?” She also practiced trusting her

intuition. “Even when I’m not certain I’m right, I know I love my children, I’m doing my best, and I’ll make adjustments if necessary,” she says.

Soothing Quiet Time

Children that act out or withdraw may not have enough downtime. Take the kids outside to play. “Nature is very soothing,” says Muse. “Climbing trees, searching for rocks and pine cones, playing with dirt, sticks, water and leaves all offer healing down time.” To escape from worries and distractions, Stiffelman suggests three or four minutes of meditation or simply designated quiet time. For little ones, lay a stuffed teddy bear on the child’s tummy and have them notice how the animal is moving. A parent and child can also be aware of the sounds they are hearing, plus incorporate a little mindful breathing into the bedtime ritual.

Know the Power of Space

Most parents think their children would go crazy if half their toys and books were removed, but this isn’t true.

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Focus on the Good

“My trainers and I have worked with thousands of parents on decluttering, and the results have been powerful,” says Muse. The Simplicity Parenting approach encourages parents to discard broken toys, give away anything no longer being played with and attractively store current playthings. She observes, “As you decrease the quantity of toys and clutter, you increase the child’s attention and capacity for deep play.”

Build Resilience

Simplifying parenting means releasing the notion that children must be happy, wellbehaved and delighted with life and their parents at all times. Unell used the daily multitasking challenges with her twins as exercises in developing resilience and modeling these skills for them. If children spill milk, the parent comments, “No big deal. We all spill things.” When there’s a minor accident, “Let’s just get towels and clean it up.” A resilient attitude is, “Something goes wrong, we fix it.” It’s also about being flexible and coping with disappointment. “To build resilience, parents need to feel comfortable in the presence of an unhappy child,” says Stiffelman. “If parents don’t allow children to be disappointed, kids can become rigid, lack confidence and struggle with unreasonable expectations.” During meltdowns or disappointments, she recommends sitting quietly, listening, and then empathizing and helping put the children’s feelings into words. “This is not the time to lecture or advise,” she says. “Upset children can’t really listen.” Yet, they can be heard—a key way to help them mature. Parents that learn to simplify happily discover that their children feel calmer and more loved, socially and emotionally adept, and resilient. Concepts focused on creating connections, rather than parenting perfection, are easy to weave into everyday life.

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Deborah Shouse is a writer, speaker, editor, dementia advocate, parent and grandmother. She’s also the author of Connecting in the Land of Dementia: Creative Activities to Explore Together (DementiaJourney.org). August 2018

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Erling Kagge on Our Deep Need For Silence by Randy Kambic

Why do you consider silence, “the new luxury”, more important now than ever before? Silence in itself is rich. It is a quality, something exclusive and luxurious, and also a 18

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What have been the most helpful takeaways from your experiences? Your mind—in silence—can be wider than the sky. Silence is about getting inside what you are doing—experiencing, rather than overthinking, and not living through electronic devices and other people.

Where may silence be found? It’s easier to find silence than many people think or believe. I walked alone to the South Pole for 50 days and nights under the midnight sun in search of total silence; but I never found it before I turned inwards toward inner silence and uncovered forgotten sides of a universe just as mysterious as outer space. One universe stretches outward, the other inward.

Are there practical steps to achieve a state of silence?

Which insight from the great thinkers cited in your latest book means the most to you?

You can shut out the world and fashion your own inner silence whenever you run, cook food, have sex, study, chat, work, think of a new idea, read or dance. Silence is not about turning your back on your surroundings, but the opposite; it’s seeing the world a bit more clearly, staying on a course and aiming to love your life as much as you can. I had to use my legs to go far away in order to discover this, but I now know it’s possible to reach silence anywhere. One only needs to subtract. It’s about finding your own South Pole.

The Roman philosopher Seneca, 2,000 years ago, said, “Life is very short and anxious for those who forget the past, neglect the present and fear the future.

Randy Kambic, an Estero, FL, freelance writer and editor, regularly contributes to Natural Awakenings.

practical resource for living a richer life. Silence is a deep human need that in our age, has ended up being scarcer than plastic bags from Louis Vuitton. To me, silence is a key to unlock new ways of thinking. I wanted to write about silence because I consider it nearly extinct.

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xplorer, publisher, art collector and author Erling Kagge inspires us to find silence around and within us as a transformative experience. The lengths he’s gone to make himself an authority in this pursuit include being the first person to complete the Three Poles Challenge on foot—the North and South poles and Mount Everest summit. He has also traveled to Japan to meditate and practice yoga. The Norwegian’s seventh book, Silence: In the Age of Noise, selected as a 2017 Great Read from the Indie Next List, recounts his experiences and presents observations of many past and present poets, philosophers, artists and other explorers—including Plato, Aristotle, Søren Kierkegaard, Oliver Sacks, Blaise Pascal, Martin Heidegger, Ludwig Wittgenstein, Stendhal, Denis Diderot and Mark Rothko—in exploring where we find silence and how to invoke it to improve well-being. It provokes reader reflection, demonstrating the kind of active engagement Kagge believes silence invites. He explores why it’s essential to our sanity and happiness and how it can open doors to wonder and gratitude. Kagge, whose previous books address exploration, philosophy and art collecting, runs Kagge Forlag, a publishing company in Oslo, where he lives.

When they come to the end of it, the poor wretches realize too late that for all this time, they have been preoccupied in doing nothing.” Everything Earthly can be snatched away in an instant. Life is long if you know how to use it. Even if we were to live 1,000 years, our lives would feel short if we threw away this present time. We exist, but few of us actually live.

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Multilevel Healing Embracing All Dimensions of Well-Being

by Linda Sechrist

r. Wayne Jonas’ curiosity was piqued after hearing stories of patients that have experienced healing from chronic illnesses or reclaimed well-being without following conventional medical advice. So he focused on researching dimensions of healing that Western medical schools never taught him. The rewards were radical discoveries: whole system science exploring the web of connections within the body; the need to acknowledge an individual’s core multi-dimensions—body/ external, behavior/lifestyle, social/emotional and spiritual/mental—and what’s needed to unlock each person’s inherent capacity for health and healing. The author of How Healing Works: Get Well and Stay Well Using Your Hidden Power to Heal, Jonas concludes, “Only 20 percent of healing comes from the treatment agent the doctor applies. A full 80 percent of the healing potential, which lies dormant in everyone, comes from constructing a meaningful treatment response unique to you. This is internal, highly personal and uses simple principles and components.”

During his 40-year career, Jonas was able to observe multi-level healings with patients, as well as through other professional roles. He’s served as director of the Office of Alternative Medicine at the National Institutes of Health, a research scientist at the World Health Organization, CEO and president of the former Samueli Institute and director of the medical research fellowship at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. Applying whole system science, Jonas developed the view of a patient as a veritable

ecosystem. “We are more like a garden to be cultivated than a car to be fixed. Healing emerges when we support and strengthen the connections within us—body, behavior, social and spirit—making us more whole,” says Jonas. His broader approach for healing now includes the impacts of beauty, order, an optimal healing environment, connecting with nature, elements that induce an individual’s greatest meaning response, nourishment of the spiritual self, making time for joy, the roles of love and the physical presence of loved ones and a supportive social network, as well as the energetic contributions of other social interactions and emotional dimensions. For nearly 40 years, James Oschman, Ph.D., author of Energy Medicine: The Scientific Basis, has been conducting research in physiology and the biophysics of energy medicines worldwide, including at Cambridge University, in England, and Case Western Reserve University, in Cleveland, Ohio. “Medical doctors are unaware of the body’s energy field because they aren’t taught anything about it or physics in medical school. Although the vast majority believe there is no science behind energy medicine or any that proves the body even has an energy field, it is real and has been measured,” says Oschman. He’s passionate about including energy medicine in healing, and says, “To understand the human body, health and healing, you have to look at all dimensions without any exclusions. No aspect of science, medicine or life should be left out. All medical interventions and everything you do to the body involves energy. An awareness of this can fully transform any medical approach.” Jonas experienced the energetic dimension of healing when his wife, Susan,

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was undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. Although skeptical, he tried the process of laying his hands on her while imagining a soft, white light filled with love being transmitted through the top of his head, down through his hands and into her body. “I knew of the dozens of experiments done at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. When meditating individuals put their hands around test tubes containing immune cells, the amount of infrared radiation emanating from their hands increased, which stimulated the immune cells to produce more adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the energy-producing mol-

ecule found in all cells. After this exposure, those cells survived better when hit with stresses such as heat and chemical shocks,” says Jonas. “Susan said that she could feel something and fell asleep. The next day, she felt less fatigued, slept less and was more active. From then on, I cut back on travel and made sure my body—in all its physical, social and emotional dimensions—was around,” says Jonas. To help patients and doctors expand their own perspectives, Jonas has developed a healing-oriented practices and environments (HOPE) consultation protocol

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DIVE INTO SWIMMING 10 Tips to Optimize Workouts

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wimming may be the perfect lifelong sport; it’s a low-impact, joint-friendly, sustainable way for anyone to stay fit at any age. In taking the plunge—including after a prolonged hiatus—be wisely aware of some caveats. 4Allow for relevant muscles to get into swim-shape. Endurance training increases their ability to use oxygen and nutrients more efficiently. 4Although swimming generally boasts low injury rates, avoid overdoing it. For the first month, concentrate on refining proper technique, including minimizing drag. Intense workouts can come later. Here are 10 ways to optimize a swimming workout.

Make Like a Missile. With hands alongside the body, push off the wall underwater and glide until coming to a stop. Next, try it with arms outstretched about shoulder-width apart and the head tilted slightly upward like Superman flying. Then, repeat while contorting the body into the longest, straightest, thinnest shape possible. Overlap hands, extend arms and fingertips overhead to the max, squeeze biceps over ears with the head down. After pushing off, bring legs together with knees straight and toes pointed to eliminate any rudder effect.

Look Down. Keep the head down with eyes trained on the lane line, reducing drag and strain on the neck and lower back.

Roll with It. A good side-to-side body roll cuts drag and activates core muscles in powering arm pulls. Practice rolling by extending the right arm forward as far as possible, place the left arm flat against the torso, then push off the wall with the left shoulder pointing upward, the right, at the pool bottom. Maintain this position while kicking eight to 10 times. Then pull the right arm through the water, simultaneously rolling to the opposite side. Then extend the left arm forward and repeat. When pulling, concentrate on directing power straight back. Pushing down on the water squanders energy during the onset of the stroke, as does pushing upward during the final phase. It eliminates bobbing.

Control Hands. Keep hands about shoulder-width apart throughout a freestyle pull. To avoid fishtailing from side-to-side, imagine a vertical line separating two halves of the body and don’t allow hands to cross over it.

Don’t Kick Hard. A good freestyle kick helps maintain balance and positioning to increase speed. Avoid overkicking; small, quick kicks generate almost as much force as large, powerful ones and

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on a one-to-one ratio, such as 30 seconds of sprinting followed by 30 seconds of rest, repeated eight times.

Loosen Ankles. Efficiency is more about ankle flexibility than foot size. If taking up swimming after years of land sports, ankles may be tight and inflexible. Wearing swim fins will loosen them up. Seek Quiet. Make each stroke smooth and “fish-slippery”. Practice swimming quietly. Splashing and thrashing wastes energy.

Follow the 10 Percent Rule. The three basic components of swim training are the duration, intensity and frequency of workouts. Seek to increase one component by 10 percent each week; for example, work on duration first and intensity later. A reasonable goal for most swimmers is to reach three to four sessions a week of 40 to 60 minutes each. Ascertain what’s sustainable for the long term. Once a routine is established, add in short, fast swims, alternating bursts of speed with rest

Take Tomorrow Off. Rest days enable physical gains, especially as we age. For collegiate swimmers, two practices a day, six days a week might be normal. For retirees, four, one-hour swim practices per week can help preserve fitness safely. Team Up. Coaching and instruction are available for all ages and abilities at many YMCA and recreation centers; check U.S. Masters Swimming at usms.org/ club-resources. Learning with others helps keep us motivated. Jim Thornton, of Sewickley, PA, swam for the University of Michigan in 1970, took a 15-year break, and then resumed competing through U.S. Masters Swimming in 1984. He’s placed in the top 10 nationally 96 times in different events and age groups. In 2012, he placed first worldwide in the 200-meter freestyle for ages 60 to 64.

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SWIMMER ESSENTIALS by Marlaina Donato

Stay Hydrated. Even in water, we perspire, and a mere 2 percent dehydration can affect muscle performance. Even slight dehydration leads to water absorption during swimming and in turn, considerable amounts of chlorine or salt. n Sip water every 15 to 20 minutes during a swimming session n Drink water within 30 minutes after swimming for optimum rehydration n Avoid sugary sports drinks; opt for filtered water Rinse off. Due to chlorine’s magnetic alkaline composition and healthy skin and hair’s natural acidity, soaping up doesn’t remove it. To outwit the chemical bond and reestablish a healthy pH balance after exposure to chlorinated or salt water: n Shower before swimming to protect skin from excessive absorption of chemicals. n Apply coconut or olive oil before swimming to moisturize and maintain pH to fend off viruses and bacteria. n Shower immediately after swimming; start with warm-hot water to open the pores and finish with a cooling spray to close them. n Add a few jar capfuls of apple cider vinegar to water and rinse hair and skin thoroughly; the vinegar’s acidity breaks the chemical bond between chlorine and skin/hair, restores pH and prevents skin and hair damage. n Wash hair and skin with sulphate-free, antioxidant shampoo and body wash. Check out GoodbyeChlorine.com.

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with less drag. Point toes, keep knees fairly straight and try to keep legs within the torso’s slipstream.

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the U.S. and Canada. This list of important minerals, based on the worldwide studies collected in the journal Minerals, is a good starting point. Another good reference is the extensive chart from the IOM of the National Academy of Sciences at ConsumerLab.com/RDAs.

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Our Body’s Periodic Table Sodium with Chlorine

Why we need it: fluid balance, nerve transmission, muscle contraction Food sources: sodium combines with chlorine in salt; Himalayan sea salt also contains 84 trace elements

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Recommended Daily Intake: 1,500 milligrams (mg) of sodium

Potassium

Why we need it: fluid balance, nerve transmission, muscle contraction Food sources: bananas, dried figs, nuts, avocadoes Recommended Daily Intake: 4.7 grams (g)

Minerals—inorganic chemical elements or compounds that Calcium cannot be produced by the body, but occur in nature—play a key Why we need it: strong teeth and bones, muscle relaxation and contraction, blood role in helping us function at our best. clotting, blood pressure regulation,

ccording to the authors of Minerals: The Forgotten Nutrient - Your Secret Weapon for Getting and Staying Healthy, they are integral to our health. Joy Stephenson-Laws, the lead author and founder of the nonprofit Proactive Health Labs, in Santa Monica, California, suggests getting a full-spectrum mineral test through a healthcare provider to identify any deficiencies or imbalances. Although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gives a broad, general Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for minerals, it’s not the most up-do-date or the most specific information according to gender, age or stage in life. The more current Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) are nutrient-reference values developed by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) of the National Academies—five private, nonprofit institutions that provide independent, objective analysis, located in Washington, D.C., Irvine, California, and Woods Hole, Massachusetts. Intended

to serve as a guide for good nutrition by covering 40-plus nutrient substances and more demographically specific than the RDA, the DRI provides a scientific basis for the development of food guidelines in

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Why we need it: joint function Food sources: fish, beef, poultry, egg yolks, beans, coconuts, bananas, garlic Recommended Daily Intake: 6 mg of sulfur-containing amino acids per pound of adult weight

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Waste No Water Communities Get Creative in Urging Conservation

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s fresh water becomes increasingly scarce worldwide, communities are coming together to find creative solutions to conserve it. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the average American family uses some 300 gallons of water a day at home, nearly a third of which lands on lawns and yardscapes. Yet simple solutions like installing lowflow showerheads, turning off the tap while brushing teeth and installing drought-friendly landscaping can save a householder thousands of gallons a year and big money on water bills. The Irvine, California, Wyland Foundation created the Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation seven years ago to stimulate awareness and action around water waste by tapping into civic pride and a healthy sense of competition. “What we do at home has a big impact on what happens to natural resources 1,000 miles downstream,” says Steve Creech, executive director of the nonprofit, founded by marine life artist Robert Wyland to foster healthy oceans and waterways. The program pits cities against each other every April to see which one can garner the most water-saving pledges from residents. Prizes for participants include a year’s worth of utility bills paid, green home cleaning kits and low-flow shower heads. It also provides immediate feedback on rankings at MyWaterPledge. com. As of May, 616,000 participants in 4,800 towns and cities had pledged to save 3 billion gallons per year. “Many are attracted by prizes, but over time, become more interested in conservation and sustainability,” observes Creech. “Social modeling is important because people get activated when they see friends and family involved. Surveys also show that we

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become more conscious of how they waste the most water, they are more motivated to act. Repairing toilet and pool leaks and exchanging baths for showers are common fixes. “The 40 Gallon Challenge is designed to help people find the ‘low-hanging fruit’ in their water use—such as a leaky faucet or a long shower—that can readily help save 40 gallons a day,” says Ellen Bauske, program coordinator for this initiative of the Center for Urban Agriculture at the University of Georgia, in Griffin (40GallonChallenge.com). It’s designed to be flexible so states and municipalities can address the local context. “It’s been great to see the creative ways it’s been adapted; for example, one agent used the pledge as a scavenger hunt item for 4H clubs,” Bauske notes. More than 11,000 people have taken this pledge across America, potentially saving 1.9 million gallons a day. It can be difficult to measure the real water savings of such challenges, but DiFrancesco says that Mesa has seen a roughly 20 percent reduction in water use since 1999, when the local campaign began to take off. Drop by drop, small acts taken collectively by engaged citizens add up to big savings. Find water-saving tips at HomeAdvisor.com/r/home-water-conservation and NationalGeographic.com/environment/freshwater/waterconservation-tips. Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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he path to mentally transcending the world’s intrusive bustle is to be compassionate with our self and others. It begins in a relaxed heart from which emanate daily thoughts, words and deeds. Here’s a helpful centering exercise. Sit or lie in a quiet spot for about 10 minutes with eyes closed and become aware of breaths moving in and out, then feel each one fully by filling the lungs from bottom to top. With each exhale, slowly and completely empty the lungs. On each inhale, refill the lungs again. Mentally reciting “optimum oxygen” three times helps the body deeply absorb the nourishing element. Then bring both hands to the center of the chest to connect with the emotional heart centered there. Feel it pulsing beneath palms and fingers while quietly saying aloud, “I relax my heart.” Let the shoulders release coiled tension and drop gently. Repeat saying, “I relax my heart” and sense the heart fluttering open a bit more. Rest in this feeling. Again say, “I relax my heart” and notice awareness drop into it, a feeling of being present in the heart. Feel all tension and holding-on melting down and out onto the floor.

Then fill the lungs deeply and release the air through puckered lips; blow out with strength and purpose. Continue for a

minute or two, allowing each exhalation to come straight from the center of the chest. When it feels complete, the feeling of active release will subside. Sense how much lighter the heart feels. Further relax the heart and shoulders, letting go into the ocean of love native to our heart. Envision floating safety in this ocean. See it stretched into infinity. Feel its warm embrace. Now choose kindness in this moment. Relax into kindness without judgment or pressure, only loving acceptance. Accept the infinite ocean of love available and open to it. It is filled with compassion, and now so are you. Rest gently for a few minutes, until once again aware of everyday surroundings. Rub hands over both arms, legs, hands and feet to feel present in the room. Then go about a heart-centered day with the waves of the infinite ocean of love gently lapping there. Amy Leigh Mercree, of Naples, FL, author of The Compassion Revolution, is a medical intuitive and relationship and wellness coach. Learn more at AmyLeighMercree.com.

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trong immunity is a cornerstone of optimum health, and may be weakened or enhanced by what we eat and how we manage our emotions. Starting young in incorporating good ongoing habits can go a long way toward building a better immune response to whatever a person encounters.

Kid-Friendly Foods Organic strawberries, brightly colored peppers, vitamin D-rich eggs or almond trail mix can turn a child’s brown bag lunch into an immune-boosting power meal. “Diet is one of the main pillars for children’s health. I teach parents and kids that food can be fun, and not to be obsessed with counting

calories or portions,” says Dr. Alina Olteanu, a holistic pediatrician in Dallas, Texas. “I recommend an anti-inflammatory diet based on lots of colorful vegetables and fruits, and healthy fats like fish, nuts, seeds, avocado and olive oil. Eating fermented foods like sauerkraut, pickled vegetables and kimchi supports a healthy microbiome.” Adequate protein supports healthy immunity, as does reducing inflammatory foods containing monosodium glutamate (MSG), caramel color, sodium nitrite, food dyes and chemical preservatives. Such measures help reduce the burden on a child’s immune system. According to Naturopathic Doctor Sarah Anne Rothman, of Thyme Integrative Health, in Pacifica, California, limiting or eliminating processed sugar is also recommended; studies by Loma Linda University, in Loma Linda, California, show that sugar consumption suppresses immune response for five hours. Olteanu notes, “Desserts can be fruits and a small amount of dark chocolate, which is rich in antioxidants and actually healthy.” Her favorite sweetener for kids older than 1 year is raw honey; however, she cautions against giving honey to infants during their first year.

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ergetic constitution of the individual. Going to a board-certified classical homeopath is the ideal route, because they can profile the child’s complete constitution, including patterns of illness and personality for the best possible result.” Treating children’s illness homeopathically when symptoms arise without taking the big picture into account can sometimes cause more harm than good. “Homeopathic remedies are not preventive medicine unto themselves, but using

them constitutionally can help to improve overall health, immunity included,” says Eastman, who has witnessed dangerously high fevers in infants relieved within minutes when whole-care homeopathy has been applied. Health is wealth, and fortifying the next generation benefits us all. Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

Germs Can Be Helpful Research from Professor Linda Harrison, of Charles Sturt University, in Australia, reveals that children that are exposed to other children in a daycare or school environment at an early age develop stronger immunity, even though they might sometimes get sick at the outset. According to a study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, daycare kids have a decreased risk

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SATURDAY, JULY 28 Locating Balance in a Wonky World – 2-5pm. Learn easy to use Energy Psychology/Energy Medicine techniques to help reduce stress, aid in sleeping deeply, allow you to feel more awake and alert, and experience more joy in your life. A FUNraiser for Bliss Spiritual Coop. Facilitator: Paula McGuire. Mt. Pleasant. $40. blissSpiritualCo-Op.org.

WEDNEsday, August 1 Evolving Through Art – 12-1:30pm. Join us to learn more about how art can inspire you on a journey of self-discovery and improvement. As the world changes we must grow and develop with it. All levels are welcome. Also offered on 8/15. Facilitator: Justin Lemon. 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt Pleasant. blissSpiritualCo-Op.org.

thursday, August 2 Fire Tribe Family Program Consult Call – 3-3:50pm. This family program is set up to allow teens and parents to work together for a healthier, more conscious tomorrow. Free consults on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Go to SeedOfLifeCollective.com for more info and to schedule your appointment. Free consultations. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-343-6726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com.

saturday, August 4 The Power of Choice Workshop – 11am-1pm. Unity of Charleston Jackie McCullough, Life Options Coach/Counselor. Jackie demonstrates how she learned to choose joy, peace and happiness instead of her lifelong fear, anxiety and depression. Learn Life Options Dialogues to change any disempowering beliefs to happier, more empowering ones. Donation. Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600. UnityCharleston@ msn.com. Unitychs.org.

sunday, august 5 Fire Tribe Family Program Consult Call – 12-12:50pm. This family program is set up to allow teens and parents to work together for a healthier, more conscious tomorrow. Free consults on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Go to SeedOfLifeCollective.com for more info and to schedule your appointment. Free consultations. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-343-6726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com.

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tuesday, august 7 Fire Tribe Family Program Consult Call – 10-10:50pm. This family program is set up to allow teens and parents to work together for a healthier, more conscious tomorrow. Free consults on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Go to SeedOfLifeCollective.com for more info and to schedule your appointment. Free consultations. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-343-6726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com.

wednesDAY, august 8 Healing Properties of Cannabis and Oil...History, Research and Uses – 12:30-1:30pm. Learn about our Endo-Cannabinoid System, phyto-cannabinoids and hemp oil. There is research on over 250 conditions and cannabidiols. Hemp oil might be the most important supplement to add to your health regimen. Distribution opportunity will also be presented on the extraordinary “Green Rush.” Free. Ampersand, 1965 Riviera Dr, Ste 1,Mt Pleasant. 843-324-0489. PrimeAndBloom@gmail.com. Bloom1.PrimeMyBody.com. 4-Week Fit Challenge – 6-7:30pm. Improve your range of motion, work capacity, stamina, coordination and more in 4 weeks. Do as many reps as possible over 4-minute cycles to do your best work every time. Every Monday and Wednesday from 8/6-8/29. $15 jump in, $80 for the series with 2 free educational classes included. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-343-6726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com. SeedOfLifeCollective.com. Spinal Stretching – 6:30-7:30pm. Come join Dr. Katally Strauss to experience the benefit of spinal and postural specific stretching. This class will decrease your stress levels, increase movement and equip you with the knowledge to improve your daily performance. Free. Ideal Posture & Spine, 757 Long Point Rd, Mt Pleasant. 843-352-9966. Today@PostureAndSpine.com. MyCharlestonChiropractic.com.

saturday, August 11 The Power of She 2018 – 9:30am-3:30pm. Come dressed as your favorite superhero or create your own. This conference will empower, educate and inspire our young girls and women to love themselves entirely and unleash their inner SheRo. We have powerful speakers, awards, musical performances, talent show, a costume contest, fashion and more. Online ticket sales end 7/31. $15. Ferndale Community Center, 1919 Bolton St, N Charleston. 843-834-7839. AnastatiaDriven@gmail.com. TogetherWeShall.com.

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how medicinal water can reduce oxidative stress that causes aging, sickness and disease. Facilitator: Margaret Blalock. Free. 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt Pleasant. blissSpiritualCo-Op.org. The Monkey, The Bird, and The Elephant: Ayurvedic Personality Types and Relationship Building – 12-1pm. Which animal are you? What about your children or partner? How can these animals interact together in cooperation or conflict? Email or text your questions to Melody Rogers, Ayurvedic Health Coach, to be answered during the webinar through Zoom as part of the Q&A. $10 webinar. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843343-6726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail. com. SeedOfLifeCollective.com. Cannabidiol Hemp Oil Info and Tasting at The Salt Oasis – 7-8:30pm. Learn about our EndoCannabinoid System, phyto-cannabinoids and hemp oil. There is research on over 250 conditions and cannabidiols. Hemp oil might be the most important supplement you add to your health regimen. Distribution opportunity will also be presented on the extraordinary “Green Rush.” Free. Salt Oasis Spa & Wellness Center, 103 Harth Pl, Ste B, Summerville. 843-324-0489. PrimeAndBloom@gmail. com. Bloom1.PrimeMyBody.com.

saturday, August 18 The 8 Fundamental Movements of Exercise – 2-3:30pm. What are the 8 Fundamental Movements in proper form? How do they improve quality of life? How do you practice them effectively? All this and more with Health Coach\Trainer, Andrew Dean. $15, or free with 4-Week Fit Challenge and 360 Fit Challenge. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-343-6726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@ gmail.com. SeedOfLifeCollective.com.

sunday, august 19 Reiki I Workshop – 11am-5pm. Learn the history of Reiki, how to work with energy, interpret information received, incorporate Reiki into your life, a session for friends and family and much more. You will receive your attunement and complete a practice session. $200. Charleston Holistic Center, 2366 Ashley River Rd, Ste 8, Charleston. 843-2252024. CharlestonHolisticCenter.com. Race and Culture Film Series – 1-2:30pm. View a meaningful film at Unity of Charleston. Discussion follows to understand the history of America and how it has shaped the way we live. Every 3rd Sunday in this series we show films on the history of different groups of people in our society. Donation. Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600. UnityCharleston@msn. com. Unitychs.org. Food Enzymes – 2-3:30pm. Do you take enzymes to help your body break down the food you eat? Are you aware that most people don’t digest their food which can lead to illness? Learn how enzymes can benefit your health. RSVP, limited seating. $20 donation. Serenity Spa, 10597 Dorchester Rd, Ste B, Summerville. 843-530-0008. RoseWells12@ aol.com. Shamanic Journey Circle – 6-8pm. Immersed in this powerful collective energy, we will journey deeply. Often you will experience a shift in perspective or illumination that will guide you on your path. $20. Self-Care & Healing Center, 517 Savannah Hwy, Charleston. 347-742-6616. Erin@ ErinSironaHealing.com. ErinSironaHealing.com.

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tuesday, august 21 The Monkey, The Bird, and The Elephant: Ayurvedic Personality Types and Relationship Building – 12-1pm. Which animal are you? What about your children or partner? How can these animals interact together in cooperation or conflict? Email or text your questions to Melody Rogers, Ayurvedic Health Coach, to be answered during the webinar through Zoom as part of the Q&A. $10 webinar. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843343-6726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail. com. SeedOfLifeCollective.com. Plant Medicine Journey with the Hempress – 7-9pm. We will journey and connect with the spirit of the hemp plant. Prime My Body CBD oil sample is included. $35. Self-Care & Healing Center, 517 Savannah Hwy, Charleston. 347-742-6616. Erin@ ErinSironaHealing.com. ErinSironaHealing.com.

Charleston Theosophical Study Center – 4-5:50pm. The public is invited to these metaphysical study center meetings of Theosophy. Studies include reincarnation, karma and life after death. Free. Otranto Regional Library, 2261 Otranto Rd, N Charleston. 843-899-0619. JoanHaye61@ yahoo.com.

thursday, August 30 Inflammation Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Trauma, toxins, thoughts, food sensitivities, bacteria and hormones - all lead to inflammation and have an affect on your daily life. What is going on in your body? How do we at Ideal Posture and Spine help you heal naturally? Live better, the wellness way. Join us. Free. Children’s Center at Carolina Park, 1251 Carolina Park Blvd, Mt Pleasant. 843-352-9966. Today@PostureAndSpine.com. MyCharlestonChiropractic.com.

wednesDAY, august 22 Healing Properties of Cannabis and Oil...History, Research and Uses – 6-7:30pm. Learn about our Endo-Cannabinoid System, phyto-cannabinoids and hemp oil. There is research on over 250 conditions and cannabidiols. Hemp oil might be the most important supplement to add to your health regimen. Distribution opportunity will also be presented on the extraordinary “Green Rush.” Free. Ampersand, 1965 Riviera Dr, Ste 1, Mt Pleasant. 843-324-0489. PrimeAndBloom@gmail.com. Bloom1.PrimeMyBody.com.

thursday, August 23 Spinal Stretching – 6:30-7:30pm. Come join Dr. Katally Strauss to experience the benefit of spinal and postural specific stretching. This class will decrease your stress levels, increase movement and equip you with the knowledge to improve your daily performance. Free. Ideal Posture & Spine, 757 Long Point Rd, Mt Pleasant. 843-352-9966. Today@PostureAndSpine.com. MyCharlestonChiropractic.com. Intuitive Cooking – 7-8:30pm. Explore how to cook instinctively without a recipe or plan. Bring three favorite ingredients for combining with other contributions to create a unique feast. Chop, mix, sauté, bake and taste your way into a fun, casual evening with food and friends. Facilitator: Tish Voit. Free. 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt Pleasant. blissSpiritualCo-Op.org.

saturday, August 25 Level 1 Meditation Course – 10:50am-12pm. 8-week Level 1 Meditation Course begins. Perfect for new students or those seeking more of a consistent practice. Class meets each Saturday at 10:50am (no class Labor Day weekend). Summer promotional reduced price booked online. $239. 757 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston. 773-240-3900. Info@MeditateCenter.com. MeditateCenter.com. The Elemental Kingdoms of Nutrition – 2-3:30pm. Where does nutrition start? What are the basics? How does food work in the body? All this and more with Health Coach, Andrew Dean. This class is included in the 4-Week Fit Challenge and 360 Fit Challenge Full Round Series. $15, free with 4-Week Fit Challenge and 360 Fit Challenge. 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston. 843-3436726. SeedOfLifeWellnessCollective@gmail.com. SeedOfLifeCollective.com.

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plan ahead SATURday, SEPTEMBER 1 Reiki Level I – Sept 1-2. 10am-5pm. Give yourself a strong platform to start using Reiki in your life. Joti Reiki offers this life- changing, accessible class. Included: Reiki history, in-depth practice and discussion of Reiki’s uses, a comprehensive manual, Level I attunement and beautiful certificate. 12 CEU class. Register ends 8/29. $255. Joti Reiki, 772 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston. 843-327-4761. Maureen@JotiReiki.com. JotiReiki.com.

ongoing events

sunday Zen Meditation Group – 8:15am. Three half-hour rounds of sitting along with walking meditation. Email to find out the best time for you to arrive. Free. Holy Cow Yoga, 10 Windermere Blvd, West Ashley. Info@CharlestonZen.org. CharlestonZen.org. Unity of Charleston Services – 9:30 & 11:15am. Are you more spiritual than religious? So are we! Do you believe in many paths to God? Then join us. Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600. Unitychs.org. Unity of Mt Pleasant – 10-11am. Unity is a Positive Path for Spiritual Living. We lovingly welcome people of all faiths and inspire them to live with Passion. Free. Unity of Mt Pleasant, 1470 Ben Sawyer, #7, Mt Pleasant. 843-814-1322. lleshay@ comcast.net. New Spirit Books & Gifts – 10:30am-1pm. Spiritual, metaphysical and inspirational books, crystals, incense, tarot/oracle cards. Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-566-0600. NewSpiritbg@gmail.com.

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thursday

Complimentary Natural Female Hormone Balancing Consultations – 10am-4pm. With Dr. Stephanie Zgraggen. Lime and Lotus, 925-F Wappoo Rd, West Ashley. Call to schedule: 843-2142997. LimeAndLotus.com.

Reiki for Vets –1-2pm. Free drop-in Reiki clinic for veterans and their spouse or caregiver. VAapproved volunteers will provide free 15-minute Reiki sessions to any disabled vet receiving services through the VA. No appointment necessary! Call or visit website for more information. Free. Naval Nuclear Power Training Command, 101 Naval Nuclear Power Training Command Cir, Goose Creek. 843-425-4906. Reiki4Vets@gmail.com. ReikiForVets.org.

Easeful Yoga – 5:00-6:00pm. If you’ve been intrigued by yoga, but we’re intimated by large studios teaching strenuous vinyasa flows, or if you’re a seasoned yogi looking for a fresh perspective, Retreat Studio will ease you into the practice with our intimate space, allowing more personable experience. $10. 1617 Ashely River Road, Suite B, West Ashley. (843) 872-6184. retreatwellnessboutique.com.

tuesday Free Monthly Essential Oils Class – 6-7pm. 1st Tues of the month. Learn Healthy Habits, use Essential oils, Make ‘N’ Take items to use or give away to loved ones, Refreshments served, Recipes and RAFFLES! Free. 1164 Northbridge Rd (West Ashley), Charleston. 843-270-9913. ChiroAnn@ yahoo.com. DrAnnJenkins.com. Yoga for Beginners – 6-7pm. Want an intimate class where you can really learn, while still being able to be yourself? Come flow with us every Tuesday $12, $10 for new yogis. Charleston Holistic Center, 2366 Ashley River Rd, Ste 8, Charleston. (843) 259-8349. CharlestonHolisticCenter.com. The Reiki Connection – 7pm. With Chrys Franks, Reiki Master/Teacher. Guided meditation followed by mini reiki sessions by certified practitioners. Love offering. (1st Tues for practitioners only.) Unity of Charleston, 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston. 843-364-5725. Unitychs.org.

wednesday Complimentary Natural Female Hormone Balancing Consultations – 10am-4pm. With Dr. Stephanie Zgraggen. Lime and Lotus, 925-F Wappoo Rd, West Ashley. Call to schedule: 843-2142997. LimeAndLotus.com.

THRIVE Domestic Violence Support Group – 6-7pm. Connect in a safe, confidential forum with others who are experiencing or have experienced violence in their relationships. In an atmosphere of respect, safety and empathy, draw comfort and empowerment from those who understand. Facilitator: Leigh Wildt. Free. bliss Spiritual Co-op, 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt Pleasant. 843-345-7061. Leigh@ThriveSC.Life. blissSpiritualCo-op.org.

friday Contra Dance – 7:30-10:30pm. This community dance is beginner friendly and fun for all ages. First and third Fridays every month. Come at 7:30 for the beginner’s lesson. August 3 at Park Circle.

August 20 and September 7 at Advent Lutheran $8; Supervised Children under 13, $4, Under 5, Free. Felix Davis 4800 Park Circle, N Charleston. Advent Lutheran- 3347 Rivers Ave. N Charleston. kjpenni@gmail.com.CharlestonFolk.weebly.com.

saturday Introductory Meditation Class and Guided Meditation with Gong – 9:30-10:30am. An intro to meditation class for new students Those looking to get back into a consistent practice will enjoy this class as well. A 20-30 minute lesson followed by a guided meditation with soothing music and gong. Free. 757 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston. (773) 2403900 Info@MeditateCenter.com. Meditatecenter.com. Compost Daze – 10am-2pm. Compost Rangers Compost Daze volunteer monthly workday every 2nd Sat of the month. Location will vary, so follow Compost Rangers on Facebook or visit CompostRangers.org and sign up for email reminders. Simply Meditate – 10:30am-12pm. 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Drop-in classes with guided meditations, suitable for beginners and experienced alike. Circular Church, 150 Meeting St, Charleston (classroom below Lance Hall). $10 or $5/students/seniors. MeditationInSouthCarolina.org.

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Weekly 12-Step Support Group – 2-4pm. We hear you. We’ve been there. We care. No RSVP needed. Drop-ins welcome. Cross talk permitted. Dan Gannon and Marsha Blyth lead this group using the Al Anon Workbook and support group dynamics. The workbook can be purchased at bliss or on Amazon. Free. bliss Spiritual Co-op, 1163 Pleasant Oaks Dr, Mt Pleasant. DanTheBeachMan@gmail.com. blissSpiritualCo-op.org. Guided Meditation with Gong – 6:30pm-7pm. Join with local meditators for our weekly gong meditation. This is a 20-30 minute meditation with soothing music, the deep rich sound of the temple gong and some spoken guidance by our meditation instructor Andre. Free. 757 St Andrews Blvd. Charleston. 773-240-3900. in-fo@meditatecenter. com. Meditatecenter.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE

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CHARLESTON COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE

1307 Savannah Hwy, West Ashley 843-763-7200 FeelGreatCharleston.com Voted best acupuncturist three years running. We treat most ailments, including stress, pain management, autoimmune issues, infertility, migraines, fatigue, allergies, diabetes and much more. Sliding scale payment option $20-$40 (return visits).

ALTERNATIVE HOLISTIC MEDICINE DR. PATRICK S. LOVEGROVE Merge Medical Center Mt Pleasant • 843-469-1001 MergeMedicalCenter.com

AMA board-certified MD specializing in family medicine, holistic internal medicine, Antiaging, Chinese medicine, naturopathy. Merge Medical Center … where modern thinking meets natural healing. Services include Primary Care, Weight Loss, Fatigue management, Bioidentical hormones, Colonics, Acupuncture, Massage, Reiki, Chiropractic, IV vitamins, and Bemer therapy.

Want more Energy? Deeper Rest? Better Focus? Ayurvedic Lifestyle Medicine and Personalized Health Coaching can Help You! Text or email about your Free Consultation today!.

beauty consultant YOUR GROOMING GURU

1319 Savannah Hwy, Ste C Charleston (in Artisans Inc Salon) 843-813-1838 YourGroomingGuru.com Your Grooming Guru, Barbara Brant-Williams, is an experienced hair-stylist, makeup artist and certified Organic Color Specialist practicing out of the Artisans Salon. Charleston’s go-to source for hair, makeup and beauty product knowledge. See ad, page 23.

bIOMAGNETIC THERAPY Paula McGuire

Mt Pleasant/Charleston 843-732-0293 • Paula@ireinst.com ireinst.com

Ayurveda EARTHEN APOTHECARY

Jennifer Byrne, MPH, NAMA-Certified Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor 232A Ashley Ave, Charleston • 843-743-8373 Jennifer@EarthenApothecary.com EarthenApothecary.com Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old system of health and longevity. An Ayurvedic consultation can help you understand your unique constitution and identify how your system manifests imbalances. Individualized dietary, lifestyle and herbal recommendations are tailored to address any current imbalances. Call/email for scheduling.

BioMagnetic Therapy can help create balance, restore vitality within the body and facilitate clearing of viral, bacterial, fungal, parasitic infections; allergies; ADD; autism; autoimmune issues; heavy metal and other toxicity; chronic pain; infertility; herpes; MS; among other conditions.

bodywork LOTUS HOLISTIC MASSAGE

Abigail McClam, BA, LMBT 232A Ashley Ave, Charleston 843-724-9807•Abigail@LotusCharleston.com LotusCharleston.com Licensed holistic massage and integrative bodywork practitioner offering massage, aromatherapy, energy healing and breathing techniques to help individuals nurture health, restore balance, manage pain, trauma and injury as they learn to embrace their own body/mind wisdom.

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EUCALYPTUS WELLNESS & ELIXIR BAR 280 W Coleman Blvd, Ste E Mt Pleasant • 843-388-4956 Info@EucalyptusWellness.com EucalyptusWellness.com

We offer the largest selection of CBD Oil products in the Lowcountry. Our staff is trained to answer any of your CBD questions. Store hours Monday thru Saturday 9am-7pm, Sunday 12-5pm.

CHIROPRACTORS ACCURATE CHIROPRACTIC

3373 S Morgans Point Rd, Ste 307 Mt Pleasant 843-971-8814 CoursonChiropractic@gmail.com MtPleasantChiro.com Holistic Family Care practice, offering a variety of techniques and therapies to help improve overall health and wellness. Proudly serving the Charleston area for 17 years.

COLUCCI CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Gina Colucci 1806 Trolley Rd, Summerville 843-875-5700 • ColucciChiropractic.com Serving the Summerville area for 29 years. Specializing in holistic care; weight loss and nutritional cleansing; pain management; bio-identical hormones; sugar detox; stress testing; chiropractic; peripheral neuropathy; detox footbaths; emotional (TBM/NET) and wellness care.

Dr. Ann Jenkins, Not Your Ordinary Chiropractor 1164 Northbridge Dr, Charleston (West Ashley) 843-270-9913 DrAnnJenkins.com

Exclusive to the area: Whole Body Magnetic Therapy. Mention Natural Awakenings for a free one-hour session. Holistic family care. Relief of neck, back and emotional pain. Homeopathy and essential oils. See ad, page 11.

CHURCHES Unity Church of Charleston Rev. Ed Kosak, Minister 2535 Leeds Ave, Charleston 843-566-0600 • Unitychs.org

Sunday Services: 9:30 and 11:15am. Are you more spiritual than religious? Do you believe in many paths to God? Then please join us.

COACHING SHERRY KACHANIS

North Charleston 843-743-9488 SherryKachanis@gmail.com SherryKachanis.com

Retreats.

Transformational Coach and Shamanic Healer. Break through unconscious barriers to fully LIVE the LIFE you desire! Monthly Meditation/Shamanic Healing, Moon Ceremonies and Healing

COLON HEALTH A CENTER FOR WELL-BEING

Grass Roots Health Care Since 1991 843-769-6848 ACenterForWellbeing.com Therapeutic Massage, Colon Hydrotherapy, Detox Foot Baths. Healthy Food Choice Coaching, NBCTH-certified and I-ACT members. Offering people a vehicle to help improve their quality of life. Specializing in probiotic education.

COUNSELING HOLISTIC YOU COUNSELING

Angel Muehlenkamp, MA Professional Counseling Summerville 843-327-1440 • LivingAngel777@gmail.com UniquelyuNow.com We are here to live in the fullness of who and what we truly are. Angel uses her unique ability to Connect to Source to assist you in moving beyond daily limitations. Open to a brand new way of living. Talk, Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy; Quantum-Touch; Reiki; Intuitive Counseling; Art of God; Life Coaching; and Spiritual Counseling.

DENTISTRY DELITE DENTAL

Dr. Hayan Lee & Dr. Young Kim 320 Midland Pkwy, Ste A, Summerville 843-486-2022 • DeliteDental.net Stop being a cavity victim. Dental health is more than just brushing and flossing two times a day. See the dental revolution of a compassionate, holistic office. Call and ask for current promotion.

I SMILE MATHIS FERRY DENTISTRY Wendy S. Haefner, DDS 1571 Mathis Ferry Rd, Mt Pleasant 843-884-1215 • MathisFerryDentistry.com

Biological dentistry using IAOMT protocol. Natural products free of BPA and mercury. Mercury-safe filling removal. Now offering ozone therapy! See ad, page 2.

JAMES SEXTON, DMD, MAGD Please call for appointment: Mt Pleasant • 843-881-1418 Myrtle Beach • 843-293-6700

Holistic, preventive dentistry. Safe removal of mercury fillings since 1975, following IAOMT protocol. Offering anti-aging dentistry and biocompatible materials. See ad, page 25.

eco-cleaning ABOVE & BEYOND CLEANING LLC Kimberly Henderson • 843-901-4779 AboveAndBeyondCleaningllc.com

Healthy living starts with an ecoclean home or office. Health and wholeness are our top priorities by providing our clients with a “green” clean by using natural and botanical cleaning products.

Energy healing ERIN SIRONA HEALING

FITNESS SEED OF LIFE COLLECTIVE

Andrew Dean, ISFTA Certified Personal Fitness Trainer and Exercise Therapist 621 Wappoo Rd, Charleston • 843-475-2156 TransformUniversalFitness@yahoo.com HolisticHealthTrainer.com Specialized in the Fundamental Movements of the Body and the Natural Laws in Nutrition. Interested in the 8 Fundamental Movements of Exercise and the Natural Laws of Nutrition? Classes and Programs available now! Call Today!

HEALTH ROSE WHOLISTIC WELLNESS

KathyJo Higgins CCA CNHP CHS 10597 Dorchester Rd, Suite B Summerville 843 530-0008 • Rosewells12@aol.com Bio-Energetic Scan-What is out of balance in your body? 5 Element Clearing. Foot detox. YLEO. Biomat. Brain-Tap.

517 Savannah Hwy, Charleston 3477426616 • erinsirona@gmail.com Erinsironahealing.com Deeply intuitive support for your well-being and healing. A variety of techniques rooted in Shamanism Reiki, Sound Healing, and other Energy Medicines are facilitated.

ESSENTIAL OILS YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS WITH LISA BAYOREK Lisa Bayorek, Member #10796546 Charleston MYYL.com/LisaBayorek

Curious about essential oils? I would love to share Young Living with you! I offer classes on family wellness, chemical-free cleaning, business opportunities and more! See ad, page 19.

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SLEEP BETTER SOUTH CAROLINA Dr. Dana Blalock 210 Seven Farms Dr, Ste 103 Daniel Island • 843-881-4545 SleepBetterSouthCarolina@gmail.com SleepBetterSouthCarolina.com

Our passion is to improve the quality of life for those suffering with snoring or sleep apnea with a comfortable, custom-fitted oral appliance. See ad, page 27.

HEALTH FOOD STORES VITAMIN PLUS+

Herbs and Health Foods 119 N Goose Creek Blvd, Ste K Goose Creek • 843-797-3200 Best selection of herbs in South Carolina. Organic teas, spices, supplements, essential oils, wheat-free and gluten-free products. 10am-7pm Mon-Sat; closed Sunday.

A DEEPER YOU INC.

Dr. Elizabeth E. Castle 3255 Landmark Drive Suite 206 North Charleston 843-767-8759 • adeeperu@gmail.com ADeeperU@gmail.com A Deeper You is a paracletos Christian counseling service helping you deal with trauma, addiction, marriage and relationship issues. Dr. Elizabeth E. Castle has more than 30 years experience in using Biblical concepts to heal body, soul and mind. A Deeper You utilizes DoTerra essential oils as a natural method of healing.

HEALTH & WELLNESS KANGEN IONIZED WATER

Change your water, change your life! Thomas P Meletis, Distributor 843-729-7837 • TPM13@aol.com Water is the single most important element that goes in our body. Drinking the right type of water may be the single most important piece in achieving and maintaining optimal health. Visit KangenDemo. com to see a comparison. View all eight machines at TopShelfWater.net. Financing at zero interest.

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HOLISTIC CENTER Dr. Amanda McNabb and Dr. Karyn Meadows 318 N Cedar St, Ste B Summerville 843-879-8224 • admin@CharlestonHealth.org CharlestonHealth.org Healthy people are happy people. Unwanted weight, indigestion, pain, depression or stress? Offering hair/saliva testing, bioidentical nutrition, essential oils, and chiropractic. Where AWESOME happens!

By appointment only 517 Savannah Highway Charleston, SC 29407 843-324-6460 • Carol@CCottrell.com CCottrell.com Connect with passed loved ones to experience healing, love and guidance. Individual or group readings available in person or via Skype. Mediumship classes also available.

5248 Copley Circle Summerville 843-642-0820 • ruth@healingbyruth.com

Dr. Seth Strauss 757 Long Point Rd, Ste C Mt Pleasant 843-352-9966 Info@PostureAndSpine.com MyCharlestonChiropractic.com We are a unique state-of-the art facility where we help families improve their quality of life when other solutions have failed. See ad, page 7.

HOLISTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY LANCE GARLAND

Charleston Holistic Center 2366 Ashley River Rd, Bldg 8, Charleston 843-225-2024 CharlestonHolisticCenter.com Licensed, full-service counselor specializing in all aspects of anxiety. Certified in Hypnotherapy, EMDR, E F T, P a s t - L i f e R e g r e s s i o n , Mindfulness and Dream Analysis. Whatever you’re experiencing, we can help you find your way to a happier life. See ad, page 25.

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HEALING BY RUTH

IDEAL POSTURE & SPINE

Back2Health Physical Medicine is a multi-specialty practice with a unique approach to pain. Our goal is to successfully restore your quality of life to its maximum potential. See ad, page 3.

INTUITIVE GUIDANCE

CHARLESTON HEALTH

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Adam Hall 588 Old Mt Holly Rd Goose Creek 843-203-8313 Wanda@pmHealthAlliance.com Back2HealthSC.com

Appointments available for Mediumship, intuitive readings, energy work, spiritual guidance. House Cleansings. Mediumship classes, Reiki classes and attunements. In-person, skype, phone, email readings available. Can perform legal weddings or handfastings. See ad, page 30.

NEUROFEEDBACK SYMMETRY NEURO-PATHWAY TRAINING Dianne Kosto 844-272-4666 Dianne@SymmetryNeuroPT.com SymmetryNeuroPT.com

Symmetry provides neurofeedback for individuals and families at our Centers, makes it easy for schools and professionals to implement neuro-pt, and now provides systems for safe use at home. Brain training to address negative characteristics of ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, insomnia, migraines, memory, improving performance and more.

NUTRITIONIST JANA DAVIS, MS, RD, CDE

Mt Pleasant/Charleston 843-801-4686 CarolinaGreenLiving@gmail.com Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator with over 25 years of experience. Private consultations, grocery store tours, public speaking. Owner of Carolina Green Living LLC, which focuses on teaching clients about avoiding toxins and other environmental factors that can impact health.

ORGANIC SALON & BOUTIQUE COTTAGE AROMA BELLA DAY SPA

2671 Ft Trenholm Rd, Johns Island 843-266-3619 • CottageAromaBella.com Relax and renew your mind, body and soul while enjoying our luxurious services. All treatments are tailored just for you using the finest all-natural products. See ad, page 17.

NATURAL HEALTH ECOHEALTH WELLNESS CENTER & DETOX SPA Tiffany Jackson 1051 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Ste B Mt Pleasant • 843-884-4466 Info@EcoHealthWellness.com EcoHealthWellness.com

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Tiffany Jackson specializes in chronic GI disorders, correcting nutritional deficiencies, personalized diet plans and detoxification. EcoHealth offers Infrared Saunas, Migun Massage and Alkaline Water. See ad, page 2.

SALON INDIGO

732 S Shelmore Blvd, Ste 100 Mt Pleasant (Shelmore Village) 843-991-6835 Our experienced team of hairstylists and skin care specialist use 100 percent-certified organic products. We specialize in haircutting, coloring and make-up application. We sell All Nutrient™, Moroccan Oils, Dr. Hauschka™, 100% Pure™, iLike™ and many other boutique items.

reiki JOTI REIKI

Maureen Donohue 772 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston 843-327-4761 • MDonohue321@gmail.com JotiReiki.com Client-focused, heart-centered joti reiki therapeutic Reiki, Medical Reiki and

Distant Reiki Sessions. Maureen is a Usui Reiki/Master Teacher in practice since 2003. She offers NCBTMB-Approved Workshops Treatments - Classes throughout the U.S.

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SPIRITUAL gifts GYPSY SPIRIT IN CHARLESTON

102 Wappoo Creek Dr. #7 Charleston 843-575-9243 • gypsyspirit61@aol.com Gypsyspiritcharleston.com

Flow Well

Shanna Rivera 877-315-7226, ext 447 Shanna@FlowWell.org FlowWell.org Early detection and alternative prevention. Thermography: radiation-free full body and breast cancer screening. See what you need to work on now to potentially avoid future health issues. See ad, page 29.

A new energy through ENLIGHTENMENT, Inspired with ENCOURAGEMENT, filled with EMPOWERMENT. Tarot, Crystal Healing & Balance, Past Life, Mahatma Energy.

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senior house sharing service

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CHARLESTON SENIOR HOUSEMATES Leni Jane Garfunkel 843-779-0365 • lenidati@gmail.com CharlestonSeniorHousemates.com

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soul coach WE EMPOWER CONSCIOUSNESS

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