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26 SACRED ACTIVISM Love in Action Can Change the World by Judith Fertig

30 HYMN TO LIVING IN SILENCE by Robert Rabbin

32 TOXIN-FREE BEAUTY SALONS Pure Pampering Feels Natural and Safe by Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist

34 OPENING UP TO MIRACLES Gabrielle Bernstein on Creating More Happiness by April Thompson

36 MINDFULNESS The Science of Waking Up by Steve Price

37 TIME FOR GIVING TO OUR PLANET by Kathy Maguire

38 WINTER TIME BLUES by Dr. Marianne Marchese

42 HAPPY FEASTING TO ALL Tasty Rituals that Deepen the Holiday Spirit by Lane Vail

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Are you filled with holiday cheer yet? I’ve been in a festive mood ever since those annoying holiday

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Eat Healthy at Picazzo’s

Picazzo’s Italian Organic Kitchen serves healthy tasty Italian cuisine,

including vegan pizza and kale salad. They use vegan cheese that excludes animal byproducts and is made of heart-healthy oils and pea protein. Entirely plant-derived and allergen friendly, this delicious cheese can even be enjoyed by those with dairy intolerance. Their gluten-free pizza dough is made with heart-healthy oils and un-processed, wheat-free grains recommended for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. The vegan chicken is a tasty and healthy meat alternative. Made with soy prod-ucts, which are proven to help lower blood cholesterol and reduce the risks of heart disease, vegan chicken is lower in fats and rich in protein. Kale is a superfood packed with vitamins A, C, K, iron and potassium. High in heart-healthy fiber, kale also delivers antioxidant alpha-lipoic acid, which reduces glucose levels and increases metabolism. Dried cranberries, low in fat and calories, are proven to regulate blood sugar. Dried cranber-ries are also packed with antioxidants to boost immunity.

Locations: Three in the Phoenix-metro area, as well as in Sedona and Flagstaff. For more information, visit Picazzos.com. See ad on page 16.

Sedona Retreat Features Braden, Dispenza

N ew York Times bestselling authors Gregg Braden and Dr. Joe Dispenza will be featured at Self-Empowered

Wisdom, a retreat weekend to be held March 6 and 7, 2015, in Sedona. This weekend of self-discovery will explore physical, emotional, mental and spiritual self-em-powerment. A concert Saturday evening is included. Also

available are an optional pre-conference film screening of The Amazing You, with producer Dr. Dragos Bratasanu and an optional intimate full day with Dispenza, on Sunday. Internationally renowned as a pioneer in bridging science, ancient wisdom and the real world, Braden is the author of The God Code, Deep Truth, The Divine Matrix and his newest, The Turning Point: Creating Resilience in a Time of Extremes. Since being featured in the film, What the Bleep Do We Know?, Dispenza has written Evolve Your Brain: The Science of Changing Your Mind and Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One, both of which detail the neuroscience of change and epigenetics. His latest book is You Are the Placebo: Mak-ing Your Mind Matter. These two internationally recognized leaders will pres-ent life-changing strategies for reaching our personal and planetary potential by accessing the heart’s wisdom.

For more information and registration, call 928-282-2450, email [email protected] or visit StellarPro-ductionsLive.com/events.html. See ad on page 17.

Colon Hydrotherapy and SCIO Biofeedback Services

Melinda Smith, CHT, offers local colon hydrotherapy, SCIO biofeedback and

holistic iridology services. To attract new clients, she is offering a special free holistic nutrition consultation with the first session of gentle, pain-free colonics. She states, “At Vision of Health, we offer colon hydro-therapy to eliminate waste and restore colon health. We are accepting health savings accounts and flexible savings accounts.” Smith has been practicing for more than 10 years. She is known for a unique gas-releasing technique, and her ses-sions are relaxing, pleasant and powerful. The colon plays an important role in absorbing nutri-ents, removing waste and providing energy to the body. When the colon is not clean, the impacted waste hinders the body’s ability to absorb nutrients from food and causes symptoms such as lack of energy, fatigue and constipation. “The Scientific Consciousness Interface Operations System (SCIO) tests your unconscious mind, which has extensive knowledge of you, to retrain and restructure your whole health with more than 25 built-in therapies. In this four-minute test, the SCIO checks on 10,000 electro-phys-iological reactions and signals in your body to generate biofeedback of one’s overall health,” says Smith.

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ThetaHealing Classes with Suzanne Roloff

Suzanne Roloff holds a certifi-cate of science in ThetaHeal-

ing and is an Access Bars fa-cilitator. She will be teaching the basic, advanced and manifesting and abundance ThetaHealing classes starting January 3, 2015, in Phoenix, as well as additional new ThetaHealing classes starting January 17. ThetaHealing is a meditation-al prayer technique used to ac-cess our natural intuitive abilities to create physical, emotional and spiritual healing, with focused intent, prayer and energy through the creator of all that is. Participants can release fears and negative programs and patterns that keep them stuck in any area of life and create new ones; stepping into the power of who we truly are as a being of light and love. Roloff’s passion in life is to empower others to uncover their innate healing abilities by using her unique gifts.

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Micro-Needling Prevents Hair Loss

Naturopathic Specialists, LLC, in Scott-sdale, performs automated micro-

needling using the Eclipse Micropen, a new innovation in aesthetic medicine used to stimulate skin to produce collagen. Micro-needling increases the remolding of the skin by creating thousands of microscopic channels that increase the formation of new tissue by activating the body’s healing cascade and allows for better subdermal delivery of products applied topically. It is used to treat the appearance of fine lines and acne scars, and will improve the skin’s overall appearance. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a component of blood which contains growth factors that stimulate collagen pro-duction and healing. Combining PRP with the technology of the micro-needling technique intensifies the remodel-ing process. When treating aged, injured or sun-damaged tissue, micro-needling, coupled with PRP, can induce remodeling of the tissue to a healthier, younger state. Because PRP can stimulate the growth of certain tis-sues, it is also an effective treatment for certain types of hair loss. Combined with herbal and when necessary, hor-monal treatments, PRP has been shown to be a remarkable option for male and female patients experiencing hair loss.

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Soul Mind Body Science System Book

Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha has purportedly personally healed thou-

sands of patients in front of hundreds of witnesses. A new book, Soul Mind Body Science System is the first to explore the scientific explanations for why soul heal-ing miracles are genuine. Written with Dr. Rulin Xiu, an expert on string theory and quantum physics who trained at the University of California, Berkeley, Sha shares the scientific theories that explain why all actions on Earth are guided by the reality of the soul, and reveals to readers a powerful new mantra for healing, rejuvenation, longevity and immorality. In the Soul Mind Body Science System, the complex relationships present between matter, density, information, soul and consciousness are thoroughly examined. Attend-ees of Soul Healing Miracles events with Master Ximena Gavino, divine channel and worldwide representative of Sha, will receive a copy of the book.

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Get the Latest News About Flexibility

Yoga therapist and exercise scientist Jules Mitchell, MS,

ERYT-500, is coming to Kine-sphere Center for Movement Education December 6 to share her knowledge of biomechan-ics in a two-part session that begins with Stretching: Myth vs. Fact, a two-and-a-half-hour discussion and Q&A that highlights some of the most recent research on stretching, which changes the way we understand the mechanics and adaptive processes of both muscle and connective tissues. Usually, her workshops are offered to professional yoga instructors. However, in this workshop, she is inviting all movers to come experience her skill-based approach toward moving better. The second session is Variation Nation: An Evidence-Based Approach to Asana, a two-hour yoga class that applies the concepts presented in session one. Participants will explore the use of props and bend classical alignment rules for optimal tissue loading and motor control. Mitchell bases her classes on scientific evidence that challenges the anecdotal instruction pervasive in typical yoga classes. Session one is not a prerequisite, but highly recom-mended, because time for Q&A during practice will be limited. CEC and CEC hours are available.

Location: 711 E. Missouri Ave., Ste. 180, Phoenix. To register, call 602-532-3111 or email [email protected]. For information on Gyrotonic and other modalities featured at Kinesphere, visit kcme-az.com. See ad on page 24.

Arizona Conscious Living Resource Guide Now Available

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Tucson Conscious Living Resource Guide now available at the many locations across the state that carry Natural Awakenings magazine. Celebrating its fifth anniver-sary, this free, annual directory features the leading practitio-ners and businesses supporting natural health and wellness, green living, holistic healing, nutrition, personal growth, spirituality and much more. Guest contributor Shawn Achor is the CEO of Good Think Inc., where he researches and teaches about positive psychology. Achor, author of The Happiness Advantage, is the winner of more than a dozen distinguished teaching awards at Harvard University, where he delivered lectures on positive psychology. He is also the CEO of Good Think Inc., a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based consulting firm that researches positive outliers—people that are well above average—to understand where human potential, success and happiness intersect. The Guide also includes many articles and profiles on these premiere local businesses, as well as an up-to-date, extensive healing glossary.

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Cultural RootsStatus of Religious Diversity in the U.S.

The United States is often described as a religiously free and diverse country, but a new Pew Research Center study reveals that 95 percent of the popu-lace identifies itself as

either Christian or unaffiliated (atheist, agnostic or having no particular religion). This ranks the U.S. 68 out of 232 countries and territories in the Pew Religious Diversity Index. Singapore is the world’s most religiously diverse country, followed by Taiwan and Vietnam. The study treats Christian denominations as members of the same religion, which if counted separately, would increase the ranking. But Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Judaism all have internal diversity, as well, and are consid-ered as single religions in the study. There’s an important distinction between religious diversity and religious freedom, which the report does not measure. The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to free exercise of religion, which is not always the case in other countries.

Source: PewResearch.org

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Green EnvyDon’t Be So Quick to Bash the Rich

A survey at social research site Queendom.com reveals that stereotypes of the richest class of society as being uniformly selfish individuals

are not entirely accurate. It seems that hav-ing money does not necessarily mean that a person has an overactive ego. Actor Will Smith, with an estimated net worth of $200 million, observes, “Money and success don’t

change people; they merely amplify what is already there.”

Queendom data shows a difference of only a few per-centage points between respondents of varying income levels in matters of altruism such as doing and returning favors, putting themselves in others’ shoes, sympathy and empathy. The area where those in a higher socioeconomic status rank at the top is in charitable contributions. Ilona Jerabek, president of parent company PsychTests AIM, says, “Our personality impacts every aspect of our life—the choices we make, the people we surround our-selves with, the career we pursue, the way we respond to life experiences, the way we manage our finances and whether or not we share our good fortune.”

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Youth ActivistsWorld Peace Caravan to Travel in the Middle East in 2015The World Peace Caravan, founded by the nonprofit D. Gary Young Foundation, is a global peace movement scheduled to conduct a 12-day camel caravan from Petra, Jordan, to Jerusalem, Israel, from December 15 to 26, 2015. It will be spearheaded by a delegation of 12 youth ambassadors, ages 16 to 24, selected from a worldwide pool of candidates. Their goal is to foster an online youth community to provide young people everywhere a platform to share ideas, voice opinions and educate and learn from their peers. The youths intend to collaborate on solutions-centered projects to help eradicate poverty and hunger, ensure environmental sustainability and attain healthy lives for all. Inspired by a recurring vision, D. Gary Young, CEO of Young Living Essential Oils, chose the ancient Frankincense Trail upon which the Queen of Sheba once journeyed to bring peace offerings to King Solomon. This modern-day journey for peace invites people of all cultures, faiths and backgrounds to retrace the steps of that pioneer-ing peace movement, culminating in a blockbuster World Peace Cara-van Concert for Peace in Jerusalem.

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Bamboo Bamboozle‘Green’ Clothing Made with Toxic ChemicalsBamboo is rapidly renewable and requires few pesticides to grow. How-ever, bamboo fabric manufacturing is a chemically intensive process that doesn’t provide clear and legitimate product labeling. Misleadingly using the terms eco-friendly and green be-comes greenwashing when applied to items such as bamboo clothing. As the Fair Trade Commission describes the overall process, “Most bamboo textile products, if not all, are actually rayon, which typically is made using environmentally toxic chemicals. While different plants, including bam-boo, can be used as a source material to create rayon, there’s no trace of the original plant in the finished rayon product.” This example points out the public vigilance required to secure more sustainable, environmentally friendly products. Third-party verification of all claims is recommended. Products made of the bamboo stalk itself, such as poles for furniture or planks for flooring, remain true to their naturally sustainable source.

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Planet PowerScientists May Harvest Energy from Earth’s Infrared EmissionsPhysicists at the Harvard School of En-gineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) are developing a device described in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences that would harvest energy from Earth’s infrared emissions into outer space. The power is modest, but tangible. Steven J. Byrnes, a post-doctoral fellow at SEAS, points out, “The device could be coupled with a solar cell, for example, to obtain extra power at night without extra installa-tion costs.” Heated by the sun, our planet is very warm compared to the frigid depths of space. Thanks to recent technological advances such as plas-monics and nanofabrication, and new materials like graphene, the research-ers say this heat imbalance could soon be transformed into direct current (DC) power, taking advantage of an untapped, virtually limitless energy source.

Source: ScienceDaily.com


Feeding HopeRecognizing Restaurants that Support the

HomelessFood Recovery Certified is a new program that rewards restaurants that donate their extra food to those in need with a sticker on their front door. It’s a project of The Food

Recovery Network, a national system of college students that takes cafeteria leftovers to homeless people. Founder Ben Simon started the group in 2011 at the University of Maryland, and the network has saved more than 320,000 pounds of food from the dump in its first three years. If a restaurant donates unsold food to the hungry at least once a month, it can apply for the certification. Then Food Recovery Certified verifies with local nonprofits that the donations actually occur before awarding its approval. Simon states, “Every food business should be donating its extra food.”

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Bye-Bye Birdie230 Avian Species on the National Watch ListScientists from 23 organizations, including the federal government, universities and conservation groups, have spent years on the State of the Birds Study, looking at 230 species of birds from different habitats compiling its watch list. Peter Marra, a migra-tory bird specialist at the Smithson-ian Institution’s National Zoo, in Washington, D.C., attributes the population drops of the birds in the most trouble to disappearing habitat or reduced range. Some coastal birds are doing better, and previously endangered wetland birds are recovering due to laws that are protecting them. Marra says, “These populations come back when we create the habitat. The report emphasizes that it’s better to focus on birds that aren’t yet in decline and keep them that way.” Ken Rosenberg, a bird biologist at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, in Ithaca, New York, and an author of the report, says that hunters, as well as conservationists, deserve credit for preserving ducks. He acknowledges, “We’ve put a tremendous amount of resources and money into wetland and waterfowl conservation because of the hunters that contribute finan-cially.” But lots of songbirds are in trou-ble, and Florida, where bird habitat is disappearing fast, is a crucial stop-over for migrating birds. It’s the kind of place that birds both common and endangered urgently need to survive.

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Tweet TreatsTrim a Tree, Feed the BirdsFrom December 14 through January 5, citizen scientists of all ages will participate in the National Audubon Soci-ety’s Christmas Bird Count (Tinyurl.com/Audubon-ChristmasCount), the coun-try’s longest-running wildlife census. Audubon and other organizations use the data collected by volunteers to monitor population trends and guide conservation efforts. Whether or not families plan to help Audubon volunteers keep track of feathered visitors, they might consider providing backyard birds with gifts of food during the winter, when natural food sources can be scarce. Adorning outdoor trees with edible decorations can also help brighten landscapes, re-duce kitchen scraps, creatively involve children in nature and make yards more bird-friendly. Salvage citrus rinds for feeders. Poke holes along the edge of hol-lowed halves of grapefruit and orange peels and run twine through them so they can hang from a branch. Fill with bird seed or suet. Create ornaments from bread heels or stale loaves. After cutting out

ecotipshapes with a cookie cutter, spread them with unsalted nut butter and cover with birdseed. Bagels, rice cakes and pinecones can be frosted and sprinkled in the same way. Avoid using anything moldy. For more color-

ful ornaments, hang orange and apple slices. Drape edible garland around tree branches. Thread unsalted popcorn (stale popcorn strings more eas-ily), fresh cranberries, citrus

slices, unshelled peanuts, dried apples or grapes into a garland. Use natural string, wool or raffia for hanging decorations. Wild Birds Unlimited suggests selecting these materials so they can be used by birds as nesting materials in the spring. Collect seed heads and berries to tuck among the branches. According to the National Wildlife Federation, good food sources include seed heads from flowers such as goldenrod, sun-flower, coneflower, sumac and mul-lein; seed heads from grasses such as millet, wheat, foxtail and switchgrass; and berries on sprigs of holly, juniper, cedar, hawthorn and mountain ash. Make sure decorations are hung on a tree or shrub near a window so the whole family can enjoy watching the wildlife they attract.

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In addition to the more well-known naturopathic modalities such as

nutrition, herbal medicine, acupunc-ture, homeopathy and hydrotherapy, another important tool is esogetic colorpuncture, an extremely safe, non-invasive, gentle, yet powerful and effective application of different colored lights to the skin that was developed by German physician and scientist Peter Mandel. Colorpuncture uses multiple crystal rods to transmit specific fre-quencies of light onto the skin, which penetrates deep into the cells without any punctures. It can be used alone or in conjunction with other therapies, and similarly to other naturopathic modalities, treatments are highly indi-vidual. According to biophysicist Dr. Fritz-Albert Popp, “Quanta of light can initiate or arrest cascade-like reactions in the cells, and genetic cellular dam-age can be virtually repaired within hours by faint beams of light.” When cells are healthy, they are able to filter from the sunlight whatever color vi-bration they need; however, when an imbalance on any level is present, this ability is hindered. Every color used in colorpunc-ture has a different frequency and

healthbriefs Nutritional Supplements Aid RegularityConstipation, a

common health concern, may cause more than just discomfort. Chronic constipation can lead to problems with the epithelial lining of the intestines that secrete and absorb nutrients, and even to colon cancer, according to a 2012 study conducted by the American College of Gastroenterology. Passing overly dense fecal waste can also aggravate hemorrhoids. According to Steven Frank, founder of Nature’s Rite, an herbal remedies company, two key nutrients can contribute to a solution. For most people, ingesting 1,000 milligrams of vitamin C per day through food sources and/or supple-mentation is sufficient to soften stools. In addition to oranges and a variety of citrus, good sources of vitamin C in-clude strawberries, chili peppers, red and green bell peppers, kale, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and broccoli. Still, many need something more to accomplish the goal. Magnesium, critical in supporting muscle move-ment, as well as heart health, may aid with peristalsis, the involuntary con-tractions of the intestines and colon that move fecal matter along. Magne-sium also helps with the production of lubricating mucus. Magnesium food sources include beans and nuts, fish, avocados, bananas, yogurt, dark leafy greens and dark chocolate. A daily dose of 500 milligrams of magnesium is usually sufficient for good health and regularity.

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For at least 100 years, dentists have created

crowns (caps) to restore badly broken-down, frac-tured or decayed teeth. A crown is typically needed when enough tooth struc-ture is missing to prevent using a filling material. Historically, crowns were made from metal alloy castings (often gold), then porcelain fused to metal (PFM) prod-ucts, and more recently, all-ceramic systems were developed. Gold crowns are strong, but unaesthetic, PFMs are very prone to porcelain fracturing, and ceramic products have also been subject to failure under heavy function. The last decade has seen the development of monolithic zirconia materials to make dental crowns, and they have become the go-to crown for many dentists practicing today.

lar brands are BruxZir and Zir-MAX (created by Burbank Dental Lab), among many others. Advantages of monolithic zir-conia crowns include strength and fracture resistance (ideal for patients that are grinders); favorable wear characteristics (less abrasive to teeth than porcelain); good esthetics (used mostly for back teeth); ease of use and reasonable cost to the dentist; and medical-grade zirconia is proving to be very biocompatible and well toler-ated by patients. Patients report these crowns look, feel and function great compared with other types of crowns they have had. Modern dentists can now restore heavy functioning teeth without the use of toxic metals or brittle porcelains.

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Zirconium is a naturally occurring ele-ment found in stars and comets, the Sun, moon rocks and the Earth’s crust and oceans. One form of the element is known as zircon, an excellent gem-stone sometimes used as a

diamond substitute. Dental researchers have taken a form of zirconium called zirconia dioxide (ZrO2) and created blocks of very dense material called green zirconia. The blocks are then altered via computerized scanners and very sophisticated grinders (CAD/CAM technology), then subjected to 1,500 degrees C for two hours to create very strong, precisely fitting dental crowns. The crowns are called monolithic because they are made from one solid mass of material, rather than being layered, as with most porcelain. Popu-


The butterfly, a universal symbol of transformation, reminds us that becoming our best selves is an

ongoing process. Yet these delicate, flut-tering creatures are suffering a decline, especially the vivid orange and black monarch butterflies that depend on milkweed flowers for sustenance during their migration to and from Mexico and Canada. “When I heard about the mon-arch butterfly crisis, I also noticed that I had milkweed vines all along my back fence,” says Karen Adler, a Kansas City, Missouri, gardener. “In

Sacred ActivismLove in Action Can Change the World

by Judith Fertig

“Sacred activism is the fusion of the mystic’s passion for God with the activist’s passion for justice, creating the burning sacred heart that longs to help, preserve and nurture every living thing.”

~ Andrew Harvey

years past, I would have pulled them out because they can strangle other plants. But I talked it over with my neighbor and we agreed to let them grow. This year, we had more mon-archs than ever.” These two women might not real-ize it, but they had engaged in spiri-tual activism. They became aware of a problem, approached it with compas-sion, learned about the issue, realized life’s interdependence and committed themselves to positive action for a result that is good for all. It’s a process that Andrew Har-

vey first described in a 2005 talk he gave at the Santuario de Guadalupe, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, that’s also reflected in his book, The Hope: A Guide to Sacred Activism. Born in In-dia, educated at England’s Oxford Uni-versity and in the religious traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity, he now resides in Melbourne, Arkansas, where he’s founder and director of the Institute for Sacred Activism. The goal of his international travel is to bring con-cerned people together to proactively face global crises. Says Harvey, “Sacred activism is a fusion of two of the most powerful fires of the human psyche—the mys-tic’s passion for God and the activist’s passion for justice.”

Hallmarks of Spiritual Intent The Awakening – Progressing from concerned citizen to spiritual activist is a gradual process. It may begin with an issue to which one feels called. “Our life in the world is a continual call and response,” ob-serves Kabir Helminski, of Santa Cruz, California. He authors and translates books on the Muslim Sufi tradition, which tends to have an open relation-ship with other religions, and is a core faculty member of the Spiritual Paths Institute, which encourages seekers to find the sacred traditions that speak to them. “Sometimes events are a waking dream calling for interpretation, and sometimes the heart is directly ad-dressed from within,” says Helminski. Compassion – Once an event moves us, prayer can be a pathway that opens our hearts to compas-sion, according to Jagadish Dass, of Granada Hills, California. The healer and teacher wrote The Prayer Project: The 3-Minute, 3 Times a Day Solution for World Change, which encourages involvement with something bigger than ourselves. Dass maintains that praying for three minutes, three times a day, will help us transmute into expressing a quiet power. “As we take responsibility for our lives, a transfor-mation occurs within,” he says. We


“When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environ-

ment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.”

~ Carla Goldstein

begin to inspire others to also take up the cause of working for change and bringing more peace, joy and love to the world. Likewise, Harvey urges each of us to make a real commitment to daily spiritual practice on the road to spiritual activism. He suggests, “Start with a short prayer that aligns you with the pure deep love that is long-ing to use you as its instrument in the world.” Options include prayers from many of the world’s spiritual traditions shared in Dass’ book; a free download is provided at StewardshipOfTheSoul.com. Interconnectedness – Just as ev-erything in the universe is connected by the simple act of being, like-mind-ed people can connect to do good in the world. Sacred activists pursu-ing their own spiritual paths need to work with others, according to Harvey. “They form empowering and encouraging networks of grace—be-ings of like heart, brought together by passion, skill and serendipity to pool energies, triumphs, griefs, hopes and resources of all kinds. When people of like mind and heart gather together, sometimes miraculously powerful synergy can result.” Harvey has found that groups of six to 12 people become the most ef-ficient and productive, whether joined together through a profession (such as physicians on medical missions),

a passion for animal rights or the en-vironment, or a strong sense of social justice. Knowledge – Knowledge, both inward- and outward-seeking, is another key to doing good for all. Carla Goldstein, JD, chief external af-fairs officer at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, in Rhinebeck, New York, and cofounder of its Women’s Leadership Center, used her interest in women’s empowerment issues as a springboard to spiritual activism. “For the first 20 years of my professional life, I focused on public policy and politics,” she says. “But

something was missing in the rhetoric of taking care of each other.” Practic-ing yoga and meditation and receiving support during a personal health crisis prompted what she terms “an awaken-ing understanding of a gap between personal change and systems change.” Goldstein came to question her own “rugged individualism” versus the interconnectedness she felt when peo-ple took care of her. “Can we actually move towards integrating these two ideals?” she asked herself. Knowledge about issues is readily available from experts and organizations that experts recommend; she observes, “The big question is: What is needed for us to be of help?” Sometimes listening and un-derstanding can be powerful. Under the auspices of the Omega Women’s Leadership Center, Goldstein invited women on both sides of the reproduc-tive rights issue to meet in 2005. They had been part of the Public Conversa-tions Project in the Boston suburb of Watertown, Massachusetts, begun af-ter medical staff members were killed and wounded at an area women’s health clinic providing abortions in 1994. “Women from the divided com-munity initially came together to tell their stories,” Goldstein relates. “Over time, they developed a deep love for each other. Nobody changed their po-


sitions, but they did change how they interacted with one another.” They ex-perienced a shift from emotional and verbal turbulence to, if not agreement, feelings of peace and understanding. Since then, the project has grown to facilitate such conversations in 38 states and 15 countries (PublicConver-sations.org). Positive Action – While many thorny issues take long-term, dedicated efforts to be resolved, others only need smaller individual or collaborative ac-tions for positive outcomes. For Mark Nepo, a New York City poet, philoso-pher and author of the New York Times bestseller, The Book of Awakening, kindness is the force behind positive action, no matter how modest at first. “Kindness reveals kinship. It gives us connection to everything greater than us and everything else that is kind in the universe,” he says. “I think it’s powerfully effective, yet it’s such a small thing.” Nepo is active in Bread for the Journey, an international nonprofit that encourages community grass-roots philanthropic projects that gen-erate micro-grants. One involved a small town in northern New Mexico that sought to improve the lives of lo-cal teenagers when the town’s elders wanted to open a youth center as a positive alternative to the drug scene. Just before the center was scheduled to open, the project ran out of money for required floodlights, so Bread for the Journey funded them and the cen-ter opened. “Within a few years, the whole culture shifted,” reports Nepo. This small contribution made a big difference to the whole community. Once awakened and nurtured, spiritual activism can become an omnipresent part of our lives. Says Goldstein, “When you put spirit and activism together, you realize that all actions are connected to spirit. It makes you think about your duty in every instance—from how you treat people throughout your day to how you treat the environment. It becomes a satisfying way of living.”

Judith Fertig is a freelance writer from Overland Park, KS.

Volunteering provides rewarding satisfaction and progress for adults and children alike. Se-

niors stay involved and parents work alongside kids to experience the value of helping others. Local places of worship often maintain a list of opportunities to serve a community through helping and healing ministries and special projects. The Red Cross is best known for supplying aid in emergency situa-tions, but many needs are year-round (RedCross.org). A call to city hall can steer willing participants to the right local organization. Here are other examples from around the country to spark love-inspired ideas.

People Meals on Wheels does much more than deliver lunches to those in need (mowaa.org). In Austin, Texas, the Healthy Op-tions Program for the Elderly program brings a bag of groceries monthly to clients most nutritionally at risk, plus Groceries to Go volunteers shop for or with clients every two weeks. Minor safety-related home repairs are provid-ed through the Handy Wheels project. In Seattle, community helpers paint classrooms, install new playground equipment and donate books and sup-plies at the city’s public schools. Berkley, California, YMCA volunteers teach classes like mindful

How Hands Uplift Heartsby Sandra Murphy

meditation or restorative yoga, work the front desk, read to preschoolers and do fundraising.

Animals Homeless dogs in shelters learn leash manners while participating in the Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound program at South Carolina’s Aiken County Animal Shelter. Leashes and treats are supplied to encourage volunteers to walk dogs at least once a week. It’s healthy exercise for both dogs and humans. To calculate the calorie burn, visit Tinyurl.com/WalkOffCalories. Shelter cats need socialization, too. Visits that include playtime and gentle petting make them more adoptable.

Environment New York Cares has family projects available with no minimum age re-quirement (NYCares.org). Either on an ongoing or a one-day basis, volunteers improve parks, plant community gar-dens and refresh public spaces. Trails require refurbishing after bad weather. Streams and waterways need a good cleanup after floods. Check with the park ranger for more information. With a little research, volunteers can find the right activity, whatever their location, interest, age or abilities. Another good place to start is Volunteer-Match.org, which is easy to search by zip code and personal interests. A per-fect opportunity to help others awaits.


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There’s one truth, and it is silence. All truths come from, exist as

and return to silence. Silence is behind every holy thought, word and act. All holiness is silent. This is what all sages know and say: Enter silence and we leave behind the rubble of self and no-self, time and death. Enter silence and we see the world that God created; that we are the created. God, the world and being are one. Life is suddenly real—beautiful and perfect in each curve and angle. This awakening into truth hap-pens as we surrender everything to silence. We must give away our inven-

tory of unreleased thoughts and cherished beliefs, undigested experiences and dogma, disappointments, fears, worries, resentments and sorrows; even personal desires and joys. If it’s difficult to do:

throw it away, fling it off, kick it out. Just don’t let it stay. We must empty our storehouses of past, present and future, and then burn them down so that noth-ing can ever accumulate again. Now give more. Let go of ego, will and humility, ignorance and knowledge, the body and its faculties. Surrender what is and is not yourself. Give away meaning, purpose and happiness, even precious life itself.

inspirationHymn to Living in Silence

by Robert Rabbin

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winter solstice on December 21

in nature and in silence.

Nothing can remain. Then, by letting everything go the second it occurs, we return to clarity, freedom and eternal openness. We live in silence. For it is in silence that God is working, playing and loving. In silence, we become perfectly one with that divine working, playing and loving. When absolutely all has been given up and only emptiness remains, even then, take one more step towards silence. Give away the emptiness. Hold back nothing. Even the giver is given away. In silence, we transform and are reborn. We become real with more joy, pleasure, peace and contentment than we ever hoped for. Our highest purpose is fulfilled, our greatest long-ing is realized in ways we know not. In becoming nothing, we become everything. We need nothing, and thus have everything. With nothing to protect, only peace remains. It cannot be controlled or fathomed, only lived. We love this about the holy ones, the sages. No one knows how it happens, only that it does. In silence, we are moved by what moves all else without knowing how, why or when. This is freedom, love and truth.

Robert Rabbin is a self-awareness teacher and author. Connect at RobertRabbin.com.

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When clients walk into New York City’s Swing Salon, they may be surprised by

what they don’t smell—the range of chemicals usually wafting around hair salons. That’s because the own-ers have decided to use only natural and organic products. While many people may assume that all salon hair and body treatments are regulated and safe, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has

Toxin-Free BEAUTY SALONSPure Pampering Feels Natural and Safe

by Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist

no authority to require companies to test cosmetic products for safety, due to loopholes in the Toxic Substances Control Act. So, people are being exposed to dangerous toxins through salon products like nail polish, hair color processors and hair straighteners. Be aware that while labels of over-the-counter body care products are required by law to list ingredients, with the exception of the chemical soup often hidden under the term “fra-

grance”, the loophole for salon prod-ucts is large. Jamie Silberberger, with the Women’s Voices for the Earth’s National Healthy Nail & Beauty Salon Alliance, reports, “Products sold for professional use in spas and salons are not required to be labeled with ingredients.” Fortunately, healthy alternatives are available, either by patronizing a green salon or using natural beauty treatments at home.

Hair StraightenersOne salon treatment—Brazilian Blow-out hair straightening—can continue to expose customers and salon workers to toxic fumes even months after ap-plication. It’s among the conventional straightening products that contain formaldehyde, a known human car-cinogen. “Exposure to formaldehyde doesn’t end with the treatment—the fumes are reactivated every time heat is applied to the hair,” says Jennifer Arce, a San Diego, California, salon worker who became sick after apply-ing a single Brazilian Blowout treat-ment. “So, when a client who’s had a Brazilian Blowout done elsewhere comes into the salon to get a haircut or color and has her hair blow-dried, flat-ironed, curled or processed under the hood dryer, the fumes that come out of her hair make me and several of my coworkers sick all over again.” Solution: Avoid chemical hair-straightening treatments. Sign on to the Women’s Voice for the Earth letter campaign petitioning the FDA to remove Brazilian Blowout from U.S. shelves by visiting Tinyurl.com/ BanBrazilianBlowout.

Hair Dyes and ExtensionsAbout two-thirds of conventional hair dyes in the U.S. contain para-phenylenediamine (PPD), a chemical banned for use in such products in Germany, France and Sweden. Expo-sure to PPD can cause allergic reac-tions ranging from skin irritation to death by anaphylactic shock, which happened to a teenager in 2010. When Spain’s University of San-


tiago de Compostela researchers conducted a metastudy examining the risk of cancer among hairdressers and related workers, all reported that employees had a higher risk of cancer than the general population. Hair extensions also warrant attention. Many adhe-sives used on extensions may contain 1,4 dioxane, listed as a probable carcinogen by the U.S. Environmental Protec-tion Agency, and styrene, a neurotoxin and suspected endocrine disruptor. Solution: Look for a clean, green salon that uses natu-ral hair color treatments free from synthetic chemicals, am-monia or PPD. Individuals can also order nontoxic organic color kits direct from EcoColors.net.

Nail PolishWhen getting a manicure or pedicure, beware of the toxic trio of dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde and toluene. Used to help nail products hold color, they’re linked to reproductive and

development problems, plus dizziness and eye and lung irritation, according to the Environmental Working Group. Facing pressure from consumer groups and salon workers, some polish companies are now producing so-called “nontoxic” nail polish, although their labels aren’t verifiable. California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control recently tested 25 nail polishes sold to salons, 12 of which claimed to be toluene-free, including seven said to be free of the toxic trio. The researchers found toluene in 10 of those, and one or more of the three ingredients in five out of the seven. Solution: Customers should bring their own safe nail polish and only patronize well-ventilated salons.

Find a Green SalonMany conventional body products like shampoos and mas-sage oils contain a litany of ingredients that add to our chemi-cal exposure. Ask questions to ensure all of a salon’s products are nontoxic or as low in toxicity as possible. For example, a large network of independently owned “concept salons” across America are connected with the Aveda Corporation (Aveda.com), a national leader in developing hair and body products that are free from the most dangerous ingredients. More than 90 percent of Aveda’s essential oils and 89 percent of its raw herbal ingredients are certified organic. Also look for members of the Green Spa Network, a nationwide coalition of spas that pledge to be energy ef-ficient and sustainable in all of their practices (Green SpaNetwork.org). If a green salon hasn’t yet arrived locally, bring non-toxic products for appointments and ask the stylist to use them. Visit the Skin Deep Database at ewg.org/skindeep to find the least-toxic products for at-home use.

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Motivational speaker and bestselling

author Gabrielle Bern-stein knows the gravita-tional pull of addiction firsthand. Although introduced to spiritual practices from an early age, she turned away from that upbringing in her 20s, pulled instead into a vortex of drugs, alcohol and unhealthy relationships while running a public relations firm promoting Manhattan nightclubs. After hitting rock bottom at age 25, Bernstein made the unwaver-ing decision to seek spiritual help and change her life. The entrepreneurial young woman found her groove as a spiritual teacher, introducing millions to new ways of thinking and living through her books, lectures, blogs and videos. Her no-nonsense approach to spiritu-ality and knack for making practices like meditation and prayer accessible to beginners and cynics have attracted a new generation of seekers. Bern-stein’s latest book, Miracles Now:108 Life-Changing Tools for Less Stress, More Flow, and Finding Your True Purpose, offers simple, yet powerful tips to short-circuit unhealthy thought patterns and take a shortcut to trans-formational change.

Why do you reframe a miracle as simply a shift in perception? Shifting your perception and choos-ing again is a core principle from A Course in Miracles, a metaphysical text that I study and teach from. When you

Opening Up to MiraclesGabrielle Bernstein on

Creating More Happinessby April Thompson

choose to reorganize your belief system and align it with a loving, forgiving perspective, rather than a fear-based reality, that’s when miracles can happen. Some people shift away from a harm-ful relationship with addictive drugs and alcohol like you did, while others take

such unhealthy behaviors to the grave; what makes the difference?Often when we get caught in un-healthy behavior, we aren’t willing to ask for help. I think the reason I was able to leave those behaviors behind and create a new path was my willingness to live a different way. I was able to witness my life and see that it wasn’t working. It’s an ongo-ing process; I’ve been on my current path of turning to spiritual principles for many years, but I’m still constantly working to apply them throughout my moment-to-moment experiences.

How does meditation help create radical change?I think meditation is a key tool for health, happiness and well-being. It can help reorganize the nervous system, lower stress levels, calm the mind and recalibrate energy. It can help us experience more synchronic-ity in our lives and a greater sense of interconnectedness, as well.

What do you struggle with the most and what personal miracle

are you still trying to realize?I’m in constant conversation with myself over my thoughts and beliefs about judgment and separation. People are programmed by society to believe we are separate and to judge ourselves and others. My practice suggests a reinter-pretation of that general belief system in order to perceive things differently. I also try to forgive limiting thoughts I was holding onto; for example, judging my-self for not performing well at a lecture. Talking too much in conversations is a big challenge for me. A practice in my Miracles Now book called WAIT, for “Why am I talking?” reminds me to notice when I’m saying too much, commenting unnecessarily or not sup-porting the greater good.

How do you think about money, and has that proven helpful in broader terms? I believe that we have the power to attract healthier relationships in our financial circumstances in the same way that we have the power to attract healthier relationships with people in our lives. Some people think that you can’t both be spiritual and secure financial abundance; I think that’s non-sense. When you start to reorganize your beliefs around your self-worth and capacity to earn, and open up to your intuitive voice and the creative possi-bilities for earning, then your financial situation can change dramatically. I have lived that principle fully. I was brought up in a poverty mindset, but with a shift in perception, I was able to release my fears of financial insecurity.

Do you have a go-to practice that you reach for first when faced with a difficult situation?When I’m faced with a complicated situation or feeling powerless, I say a prayer in stillness. Such a practice asks through prayer and listens through meditation. It’s in that stillness that I can hear the voice of intuition and the voice of forgiveness, and love can come forward. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.


Each morning, as our eyes open, there is a moment—even

if only a sliver of a sec-ond—when the mind is calm, clear and avail-able. There is a glimpse of awareness, albeit flee-ing, of the coolness of the sheets, the chirping of birds or the delicious stretching of the body from the inside-out. Then, often instantly, a barrage of thoughts yanks us from this experi-ence we call the present moment. The mind goes from its natural state of rest to one of restlessness. All of its life force energy, which had been return-ing and gathering during sleep, begins once again to hemorrhage outward. Before long, mental and physical fatigue ensues, accompanied by a dullness of mind; a kind of sleepwalk-ing, whereby we become blind to life’s blessings and opportunities. The mind’s intrinsic light becomes veiled by worries, complaints, doubts and judgments. We go dark, and uncon-sciousness takes over. Here is a simple, three-step pro-cedure to maintain the mind’s primal state of restful awareness and remain

truly awake: calm, clear and present to life and all of its possibilities. Relax. Trying to stop thoughts is counterpro-ductive, and ends up creating more thoughts, judgment and stress. Sim-ply give the mind permis-sion to rest on anything in our present awareness that brings us peace. It could be our breath, the

sensation of relaxing our shoulders, a tree or a distant sound. Start with a dedicated practice of just a few minutes a day, and throughout the day whenever it occurs to us; for example, while waiting at a red light. Remem-ber to let go of all tension or effort. Enjoy. The instant the mind settles, focus on how we feel in our physical body. Enjoy the peace, the stillness and the calmness. Remember this feeling, and make a cellular mem-ory of it. Don’t think or do anything about it; just feel. Shift from thinking and doing to feeling and being; stay there as long as possible, even if only for a second, and enjoy. Research shows that learning is more effective when the process is enjoyable, and this essential learning, the training of

our mind, is no different. Repeat. Consistency is critical. Old patterns of unconscious thinking and behavior may have been rein-forced for decades, so enlightenment is not likely to happen overnight. But then again, you never know. Let go of any expectations or attachments to results. Be committed, but at the same time, don’t take it too seriously. Mindfulness is a science, so just ap-proach it as an interesting experiment. Whatever we do, we must not give up. Relax and enjoy. While practicing awakening through mindfulness, be mindful of the benefits. We should be aware of any shifts in any aspects of our life: health, relationships, work or financ-es. Simply noticing these changes, obvious or subtle, will inspire us to continue and deepen our practice. There is no limit to how conscious we can be, whether detecting a trace of chicory in our tea or a melodious lilt in a loved one’s voice that we never heard before. Mindfulness can be defined as the mind filled with radiance; the light of consciousness. When the mind is returned to its natural state—clear, bright and peaceful—it becomes our best friend, continually waking up to its own luminous nature and all that life has in store for us.

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The holiday season is here, the time of year we create more waste than at any other. But just

because we create it doesn’t mean it all has to end up in a landfill. With local curbside and drop-off programs and other recycling resources, we can make the yuletide the season of recycling. Some of the items that can be recycled include gift boxes, Christmas trees, holiday cards, junk mail, magazines, catalogs, plastic, glass and aluminum beverage con-tainers, and more. Americans throw away 25 per-

cent more trash between Thanksgiv-ing and New Year’s Day, and the 2.65 billion holiday cards sold each year in the U.S. could fill a football field 10 stories high. If we each sent one less card, we’d save 50,000 cubic yards of paper. Perhaps consider sending some holiday cards electronically, thereby saving paper. Here are some other eco-friendly tips to consider around the holidays. Use reusable shopping bags. This will reduce the number of plastic bags that get trashed and minimize the amount of petroleum used to

make them. If we receive plastic bags, remember to recycle the clean ones at the local grocery store and do not place them in the curbside recycling container. Avoid wrapping gifts in materials that are not recyclable or reusable, such as foil or metallic papers. Always buy recycled content wrapping paper and consider saving this year’s wrap-ping paper for reuse next year. Save and reuse items such as bows and rib-bons, as they are not recyclable and should not be placed in the recycling container. When sending holiday cards, consider buying recycled content cards and envelopes. Another idea is to make cards or gift tags at home out of last year’s cards and saved wrapping paper. When shipping a gift, reuse the foam peanuts from another package or use unbuttered popcorn for packing. Return unwanted Styrofoam packing peanuts to a local UPS store, but give the store a call before delivering it. Rechargeable batteries and a battery charger are a great way to cut down on the consumption of consumable batteries. Remember to save used bat-teries and dispose of them properly. Many local office supply stores will accept used batteries for recycling. People can remove their name from mailing lists of catalogs they no longer wish to receive and eliminate unwanted credit offers by visiting OptOutPrescreen.com. Lastly, recycle Christmas trees and wreaths. The city of Phoenix offers curbside pickup of these items, so check a local tree pickup schedule to find out when it is okay to place them curbside. For more information, visit Phoenix.gov/public-works/recycling.

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Fall and winter are wonderful times of the year. The leaves change color, the football season is un-

derway, and the days are often warm and evenings cool. However, not everyone looks forward to the change of seasons, because it means less sunshine. It gets dark earlier and some experience mild changes in mood. Some experience less energy, fatigue and a change in eating or sleeping patterns. These people may suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression that follows the seasons.

The most common type of SAD is called winter depression. It usu-ally begins in late fall or early winter and goes away by spring and may be related to changes in the amount of daylight during different times of the year. As many as six of every 100 people in the U.S. may have winter depression and another 10 percent to 20 percent may experience mild SAD, which is also more common in women than in men. Being aware of SAD and recog-nizing the changes is the first step. Common symptoms of winter depres-

sion include a change in appetite–a craving for sugar and carbs, weight gain, a drop in energy level, fatigue, a tendency to oversleep, difficulty concentrating, irritability, increased sensitivity to social rejection, avoid-ance of social situations, isolation and melancholy. Also, it is important to see a licensed health care provider to differ-entiate SAD from the more prolonged and serious symptoms of depression. There are many natural treatment op-tions, including light therapy, diet and nutrition, and herbs and supplements. Light therapy involves using a light box in the morning to normalize melatonin secretion patterns and in-crease blood flow to certain regions of the brain. It only takes 30 minutes of exposure to the light to get beneficial effects. There are many companies that sell light boxes, which can be researched on the Internet. Nutrition and exercise are cru-cial components. Eating an organic, whole foods diet ensures adequate intake of nutrients that affect brain chemistry. Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables, whole grains and fish throughout the day will ensure getting the nutrients we need. Avoiding foods that cause mood fluctuations such as refined carbohydrates, sugar, caffeine and alcohol is also important. Exercise is particularly helpful in

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improving moods. It increases en-dorphins in the body, which bind to receptors in the brain that are known to improve mood. Brisk walking for 30 minutes a day, four to five times a week, is all that is required to gain the positive benefits of exercise. Herbal treatments that are reli-able for improving the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder include the nervine herbs, mood enhancer herbs and hormone-balancing herbs. Another group of herbs worth consid-ering are the adrenal tonics. Natural supplements are effective for treating SAD and include vitamin D and B vitamins if a person is low in these nutrients. 5-HTP is an interesting nutrient because it can be extremely effective in restoring normal behav-ior, feeling and mental processes by increasing serotonin levels. A simple blood test can determine our levels of vitamins, minerals and neurotransmit-ters. We may only need these nutri-ents if we have an actual deficiency. Another test to consider is for genetic changes in methylation pathways, which can also cause seasonal affec-tive disorder. These changes can be addressed with nutrients known as methyl donors. It is always important to check with a healthcare provider before tak-ing any herb or supplement to make sure which is right for us and won’t interfere with anything else we are taking.

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cancer isn’t necessarily a guarantee, and there are many options to lessen the possibility of developing it. Simple lifestyle changes can make a difference. For serious pre-vention, a naturopathic physician can contribute custom-ized natural alternatives. Conventional medicine argues for annual screenings via yearly mammograms, but research has shown that mammograms may not be the safest or most effective way to screen for breast cancer. Mammograms are not 100 per-cent accurate, so they can produce false positives. This can lead to a patient rushing into treatment and/or surgery for a cancer they don’t have. Mammograms expose the breast

Many people think about breast cancer quite frequently, whether it’s a cancer update or that ubiquitous little pink ribbon. There’s no denying

the hype that seems to revolve around breast cancer, and while awareness is very important, some may be forgetting the fundamentals. One of the more important facts regarding breast cancer is the chance of developing it. The scary truth is that women have a one-in-eight chance of developing breast cancer at some point in their life. Having an immediate family member, parent or sibling with cancer can increase the risk. However, having close family diagnosed with

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tissue to radiation and may cause inflammation. Radia-tion may increase cellular mutations that lead to cancer, and many believe inflammation can lead to many other diseases. Mammograms aren’t the only diagnostic tool that can detect breast cancer. Thermography is able to identify breast cancer before it even develops and without cancer-causing radiation and also show the early stages of angio-genesis (the blood supply to a tumor site), which is needed for the cancer to grow. Some women may question when to see their physi-cian, but that is going to vary, depending on the patient. Those with immediate family that have a cancer his-tory may want to be more proactive than someone that doesn’t. Symptoms fluctuate, so no one should follow a one-size-fits-all protocol. Each person should make their own call about when to schedule an appointment, but they shouldn’t panic in the meantime, because symptoms are often indicators of other non-cancerous problems. Some symptoms that should be evaluated and dis-cussed with a healthcare provider include persistent breast pain or tenderness; an inverted nipple or other nipple change, like peeling or flaking; bloody or abnormal dis-charge from a nipple; lumps or thickening of breast tissue; abnormal breast size or shape (size can fluctuate through-out the month); texture change in skin like pitting, dim-pling or indentation; and inflamed lymph nodes or tissue around the armpit. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, there are a few items on a very important checklist that should be considered. The first thing is to seek a second opin-ion. Remember that false positives can be common and diagnostic interpretation is subjective. Don’t be pressured into treatment. It doesn’t have to be a race. Yes, treatment should start as soon as possible, but time needs to be

taken to ensure appropriate measures and treatments are administered. Cancer patients have numerous options, which include both alternative and allopathic medicine. Natural treatments focus on supporting the immune system, de-toxifying pollutants and targeting cancer cells. These goals can be accomplished by customized IV therapies that may include high-dose vitamin C, oxygen/ozone, amino acids, alpha lipoic acid, DMSO, glutathione, minerals, homeo-pathic remedies and several other nutrients Some cancer patients could benefit from chelation therapy for heavy metal removal. High levels of metals and other toxins in the system contribute to the development of cancer and can encourage cancer to become more aggres-sive. By reducing the amount of heavy metals in the body, the immune system is allowed to focus on fighting disease and cancer. Even the right supplements can be invaluable. A naturopathic physician experienced with addressing cancer can tailor a specific program to each patient. Many types of breast cancer are considered prevent-able and generally respond well to alternative treatments. A cancer diagnosis can be scary, but there’s still hope. The body has an amazing ability to heal itself. A naturopathic physician can help create a targeting environment to beat cancer and complement conventional treatments.

Paul Stallone, NMD, founded the Arizona Integrative Medical Center, located at 8144 E. Cactus Rd., Ste. 820, in Scottsdale. He combines natural/alternative/conventional treatments to best fit and benefit each individual patient’s needs. For more informa-tion, call 480-214-3922 or visit DrStallone.

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The holiday season is ripe with an array of spiritual, cultural and family rituals. We celebrate,

reflect, give gifts and, of course, feast. Fortunately, the media also teems with tips on how to avoid high-calorie holi-day goodies, says Dr. Michelle May, author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat. For our diet-driven cul-ture to resolve its struggle with food, she says we must learn to honor its intrinsic value. Ritualized eating can help; a recent study published in the journal Psychological Science found that engaging in food rituals evokes mindfulness that enhances the enjoy-ment of eating.

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HAPPY FEASTING TO ALLTasty Rituals that Deepen the Holiday Spirit

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manifests in physical symptoms like a growling stomach or low blood sugar, says May, citing a useful analogy. “You wouldn’t drive around and pull into every gas station you see; you’d check your fuel gauge first. Before filling up with food, pause and check your fuel gauge. Am I actually hungry, or is this desire coming from something else?” May suggests practicing FEAST-ing: First, focus on physical sensations, thoughts and emotions; perhaps we’re thirsty, rather than hungry, rational-izing that holiday foods are special, or feeling stressed or lonely. Next, ex-

plore why the feelings or thoughts are present, and then accept them without judgment. Strategize ways of satisfying the need and take a small step toward change.

SavorComplex preparations for a major holiday can provoke anxiety and impatience, and likewise, feelings of longing or disappointment when it’s over. Sarah Ban Breathnach, bestsell-ing author of Simple Abundance and Peace and Plenty, recommends allow-ing Christmastide to unfold at its own pace and celebrating all of December with a homemade Advent calendar. Craft a tree-shaped tower of tiny boxes or a garland of burlap mini-bags clipped with clothespins. Place an almond covered in organic dark chocolate in each container and use the treat as a daily mini-meditation. “Drop into the present moment, fully savor the luxurious, small bite and experience the pleasure of eating,” suggests May. Consider it symbolic of the season’s sweetness.

Connect“Food connects us with one an-other, our heritage and our culture,” says May. Heather Evans, Ph.D., a Queen’s University professor and a holiday culinary history expert in Ontario, Canada, suggests creating a food diary of traditions to reinforce a connection with the past and sup-port a holiday food legacy for the future. Ask grandparents about their childhood culinary memories, peruse family recipe books or discover new dishes that honor everyone’s ethnic

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Creating a repertoire of delicious wintery foods can help evoke health, mindfulness and delight during the holiday season. Dr. Michelle May ad-vises approaching the entire process of eating, including the menu plan-ning, shopping and food preparation, with a spirit of mindfulness, which adds a deeper dimension of pleasure to the experience. “Cake becomes more than just cake,” she says. “It becomes something the family cre-ates and enjoys together.” Savor these rituals and recipes with loved ones.

Memory-Making Christmas Cake This nontraditional, healthy Christmas cake is alcohol-, sugar- and gluten-free. It relies on fruit for sweetness, almond meal for moistness and va-nilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and orange essences for a perfect mingling of fla-vors. Prepare the cake with the whole family as a Stir-Up Sunday ritual, and keep it tightly sealed in the refrig-erator until Christmas Day. Serve in small portions at room temperature or warmed in the oven and alongside vanilla bean custard or plain yogurt swirled with orange blossom honey.

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heritage. Then create an heirloom holiday cookbook with handwritten recipes arranged alongside favorite photos and stories.

SyncAccording to pagan philosophy, shar-ing seasonal food with loved ones during the winter solstice on Decem-ber 21 symbolizes the shared trust that warmth and sunlight will return. Eating warm foods provides physi-cal comfort and eating seasonally and locally connects us to the Earth, observes May. Sync body and spirit with the season by stewing root vegetables, baking breads, sipping hot cider and tea, and nibbling on nuts and dried fruits. “The repetition of predictable foods is reassuring,” remarks Evans, and it celebrates nature’s transitions.

PlayStir-Up Sunday is a Victorian amuse-ment filled with fun, mystery and mindfulness, says Ban Breathnach. Some December Sunday, have each family member help stir the batter of a special Christmas cake while stating a personal new year’s intention. Drop a clean coin, bean or trinket into the mix and bake. Serve it with a sprig of holly on Christmas Day, and the person with the piece containing the lucky charm will be rewarded with a prosperous, wholesome and posi-tive new year, according to tradition. Evans remarks, “This is a wonderful ritual for nurturing the health and spirit of the family.”

GiveBoxing Day offers something far more meaningful to celebrate than post- holiday sales. Originating as a tradi-tion that thrived during the 19th century, “December 26 was a chance for landowners and homeowners to give back to household staff and local tradespeople,” says Evans. “It’s a tradi-tion worth reviving to pause, reflect on our own good fortune and contribute to others’ comfort.” Consider serving a meal at a local soup kitchen, collecting items for a

food drive or offering a box of healthy culinary treats to community stewards at a fire station, post office or library. On Christmas Day, says Ban Breath-nach, “Our kids have the world lying at their feet.” Boxing Day, she says, provides a natural transition to reach out in charity.

Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blog-ger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7Portal to Energy Healing – Noon-4pm. Witness amazing changes with energy healing and take away healing techniques that you can begin using immediately. With Marsha Craven. $50 for one, $80 for two. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.Holiday Concert & Bazaar – 1:30pm. Enjoy sing-alongs, stories and skits with the JaJa’s & Jimmy Boyd, and shop from local vendors. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. UnityofMesa.org.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10Autoimmune Diseases – 6pm. Dr. Michelle Retz discusses natural holistic treatment approaches for autoimmune diseases such as Rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus, Hashimoto’s, Crohn’s, Celiac disease and more. Learn about the serious risks and side effects of conventional treatment. Free. Longevity Medi-cal, 13832 N 32nd St, Ste 126, Phoenix. RSVP: 602-428-6151 or LongevityMedical.com.How to Create a Business with Mindfulness– 6:30-8pm. This workshop will provide you with six simple steps to simplify, focus and create a business based on your core passion and being mindful. With Anne McGurty. $29 for nonmem-bers; 25% discount for members. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-207-6016. AMindfulnessLifeCenter.com.Lunch and Learn – Noon-1:30pm. Educational program sponsored by the Green Chamber. $18, incl lunch. Macayo’s, 4001 N Central Ave, Phoe-nix. TheGreenChamber.org.

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31Burning Bowl Ceremony and Gong Medita-tion – 4pm. This service prepares us for the New Year and a new beginning. Through the process of releasing negativity and our old ways of think-ing and doing, we begin 2015 with an open heart and renewed mind. This time of community gently guides us through the process of letting go so that we may share a path to joy. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E. Baseline, Paragon #120, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480-593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.New Year’s Eve Burning Bowl Ceremony – 7pm. An inspirational service to honor the gifts of 2014, and release blocks for a fresh start to 2015. Donation. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. UnityofMesa.org.Soul Healing New Year’s Eve – 2-4pm. New Year’s Blessings, special Gratitude Ceremony, Soul Light Meditations and potluck to create Soul Healing Miracles for your life in 2015. With Mas-ter Ximena. Rejuvenate Center, 14640 N Tatum Blvd, Ste 8, Phoenix. 480-338-1012.

savethedateJANUARY 2Discover Your Gifts and Graces – 6-7:30pm. Presentation on self-discovery and healing. Free. Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, 1100 E Apache Blvd, Tempe. Swiha.edu.Soul Communication to Receive Guidance for 2015 – Jan 2-3. Master Ximena Gavino, Divine Channel, helps you open your spiritual channels to receive guidance from spirit guides, divine, Tao and Source for all aspects of your life. Focus will be on soul language, soul language translation and direct soul communication. $75. Phoenix. Love-PeaceHarmonyPhoenix.com. Debra 480-338-1012.

JANUARY 3ThetaHealing Basic Class – Jan 3-5. Theta Master Teacher Suzanne Roloff teaches a new healing modality. Phoenix. Additional class times available. Find the complete class description and schedule at ThetaHealingArizona.net. [email protected] Board Workshop – 1-4pm. Create your vision for the new year and beyond. With Julie Lemerond. $50. ANAHATA Sound and Energy Healing, 10565 N 114th St, Ste 110, Scottsdale. Ronee Kipnes 480-699-9600. [email protected]. Ana-Ha-Ta.com.

JANUARY 5Reiki I – 10am-6pm. With Marsha Craven, 5th generation Usui Reiki Master Teacher. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

JANUARY 6Green Drinks – 5:30-7:30pm. Monthly net-working event for The Green Chamber. Free to members, $10 non. Visit website for location. TheGreenChamber.org.

A Spiritual Healing with the Lightworkers – 4-8pm. Lightworkers offer a wide range of services including Reiki, facials, mediums, drum-ming, tarot, angel messages and more. Services range from $20 to $30. Cash only. Interfaith Com-mUNITY, 952 E Baseline, Paragon #120, Mesa. Heather: [email protected].

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16CranialSacral Balancing Therapy – 9am-6pm, Dec 16-18. With Barbara Jenkins. Powerful complementary healing modality supports heal-ing from the inside. Take the therapeutic benefits experienced in class home to family, friends and your practice. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17Free Soul Healing Miracles Evening – 6:30-9:30pm. Experience Soul Healing Miracles with Master Ximena Gavino, Divine Channel of Dr & Master Sha. Learn powerful Soul Mind Body Science techniques. Receive powerful bless-ings for health, finances, relationships, etc. New Vision Center, Phoenix. Debra 480-338-1012. LovePeaceHarmonyPhoenix.com.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19Divine Healing Hands Certification Training Workshop – 10am-8pm, Dec 19-21. Join Divine Channel, Master Ximena Gavino in becoming a certified soul healer for humanity. Increase your soul healing power and soul communication abilities to better serve others. Pre-requisites apply. $275. 8327 Desert Cove Ave., Scottsdale. LovePeaceHarmonyPhoenix.com. 480-338-1012.Drumming Circle – 7pm. Experience harmony, euphoria and rhythm of drumming. Drums/skills not required. $10 donation. Unity of Mesa Annex Bldg, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. UnityofMesa.org.


Reiki II – 10am-6pm. With Marsha Craven, 5th generation Usui Reiki Master Teacher. Healing Arts Connection, 1717 W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

JANUARY 7Advanced Class – Jan 7-9. Theta Master Teacher Suzanne Roloff teaches a new healing modality. Phoenix. Additional class times available. Find the complete class description and schedule at ThetaHealingArizona.net. [email protected].

JANUARY 9VOICE...The Next Big Cure – 7-8:30pm. Tryshe Dhevney provides a free lecture on sound healing and crystal bowls. ANAHATA Sound and Energy Healing, 10565 N 114th St, Ste 110, Scottsdale. Ronee Kipnes 480-699-9600. [email protected]. Ana-Ha-Ta.com.

JANUARY 10Daily Energy Routine Class – 5-6pm. Learn a set of seven simple but powerful exercises developed by Donna Eden, well respected healer, teacher and author of “Energy Medicine”. Her intention was to create a simple “get your energies hum-ming” routine that could be done quickly every day. $15, to be donated to Boys & Girls Club of Metro Phoenix. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10339 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. RSVP: [email protected]. GoodVibrationsEn-ergyMedicine.com.Intro To EFT Tapping – 6-7:30pm. Learn the energy meridian tapping technique called Emo-tional Freedom Technique (EFT), including basic tapping points and how to use it as a self-help technique to relieve stress, emotional upsets and minor aches and pains. $25, to be donated to Boys & Girls Club of Metro Phoenix. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10339 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. RSVP: [email protected]. Good-VibrationsEnergyMedicine.com.Tryshe Dhevney in Concert – 7-8:30pm. An eve-ning of crystal bowls and harmonic voices. $30. ANAHATA Sound and Energy Healing, 10565 N 114th St, Ste 110, Scottsdale. Ronee Kipnes 480-699-9600. [email protected]. Ana-Ha-Ta.com.

JANUARY 11Hands-on Crystal Sound Therapy – 2-5pm. Get up close and personal to the magic of Crystal Sound Therapy; learn to play crystal singing bowls. With Tryshe Dhevney. $33. ANAHATA Sound and Energy Healing, 10565 N 114th St, Ste 110, Scottsdale. Ronee Kipnes 480-699-9600. [email protected]. Ana-Ha-Ta.com.Manifesting and Abundance Class – Jan 11-12. Theta Master Teacher Suzanne Roloff teaches a new healing modality. Phoenix. Additional class times available. Find the complete class descrip-tion and schedule at ThetaHealingArizona.net. [email protected].

JANUARY 13Cranial Neural Support for Longevity – 10am-6pm, Jan 13-16. Exciting new class to support wellness and delay onset of age related challenges including Alzheimer’s and dementia, taught by Marsha Craven. Healing Arts Connection, 1717

W Northern Ave, Ste 115, Phoenix. RSVP: 623-215-7988. How2Heal.com.

JANUARY 15Sedona World Wisdom Days – Jan 15-19. Take time for yourself and set your intentions for 2015 with some of the world’s top inspirational speak-ers, while being surrounded by the mystical energy of Sedona. $88-925. Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd, Sedona. 480-970-8543. MishkaProductions.com.

JANUARY 17Healing Yourself and Others: Archangel Raphael – 1pm. Childcare available. Summit Lighthouse of Phoenix, 4105 N 20 St, Ste 115, Phoenix. 480-442-5020. SummitLighthouse.org. Family Ties – Jan 17-18. Theta Master Teacher Suzanne Roloff teaches a new healing modality. Phoenix. Additional class times available. Find the complete class description and schedule at ThetaHealingArizona.net. [email protected].

JANUARY 20Planes of Existence – Jan 20-22. Theta Master Teacher Suzanne Roloff teaches a new healing mo-dality. Phoenix. Additional class times available. Find the complete class description and schedule at ThetaHealingArizona.net. [email protected].

JANUARY 24Introduction to Energy Medicine Weekend Workshop – 9am-5pm, Jan 24-25. Learn the ba-sics of Eden Energy Medicine in a fun, supportive environment with two classes that help you take

better care of yourself and help others do the same. $125 for one or $250 for both. The Saguaro Hotel in Old Town Scottsdale. To register, contact Marie Slottow at [email protected] or 734-719-1045.

JANUARY 25Perfect Happiness – 10:30am morning message with 1-4:30pm workshop. With Jon Mundy, Ph.D host. According to “A Course in Miracles”, heaven is an awareness of perfect oneness. Knowing heaven means awakening from an illusory dream to perfect happiness. Standup comic philosophy will be presented by Dr. Baba Jon Mundane. In-terfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, Paragon #120, Mesa. Rev. Julianne: 480-593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.

JANUARY 26Developing Extra Sensory Perception – 7-8:30pm. Learn to access your natural psychic abilities in this six-week class series. Many aspects of the psychic will be included: kinesiol-ogy, distant viewing, healing, astral travel, dream work and more. $75 series. Yavapai College, 1100 E Sheldon, Prescott. Sign up begins Dec. 15 at yc.edu/commed. Rev. Lois Chaney 928-300-2030.

MARCH 6Self-Empowered Wisdom – Mar 6-8. Transfor-mative weekend retreat with Dr. Joe Dispenza, Gregg Braden and other speakers who will inspire you as you explore your own life’s journey. $150-250. Sedona Creative Life Center, Sedona. 928-282-2450. StellarProductionsLive.com.


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wednesdaysCeliac Support Group – 7-9pm. Monthly meet-ing of the Greater Phoenix Chapter occurs the first Wed of the month. Free. Paradise Valley Retire-ment Community (Community Room), 11645 N 25th Pl, Phoenix. PhoenixCeliac.org.

Crystal Bowl Sound Bath and Meditation – Noon-1pm. Find deep relaxation to the sound of live quartz crystal bowls. The “sound bath” will end with an optional guided meditation. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-207-6016. AMindfulnessLife-Center.com.Watercolor Art Classes – 9:45am-12:30pm. All levels, beginner to advanced. Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of 8 students. No talent required, just a desire to create. With Allura Westly. Paradise Valley area. 602-469-0524. [email protected] Meditation Class – 6:30-7:30pm. Be-come more peaceful, calm and focused through meditation. Learn to meditate or deepen an exist-ing practice. $15. B-Well Center of Scottsdale, 4300 N Miller Rd, Ste 214, Scottsdale. 602-384-1745. B-WellCenterOfScottsdale.com.

thursdaysYoga Nidra – 4:30-5:30pm. Guided yogic sleep. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-207-6016. AMindfulnessLife-Center.com.

saturdaysHero Yoga – 10:30-11:45am. All-levels practice especially for healing issues associated with military, law enforcement, medical, firefighting or other high-stress careers that might involve post-trauma. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-207-6016. AMind-fulnessLifeCenter.com.

sundaysCelebration Service – 10:30am. December theme is “Holiday Spirit: Look Within.” All with peace-ful beliefs are welcome to this inclusive, loving, thriving spiritual community. Coffee and tea happy hour fellowship at 10am. Interfaith CommUNITY, 952 E Baseline, Paragon #120, Mesa. Rev. Juli-anne: 480-593-8798 or Interfaith-Community.org.Channeling, Healing and Meditation – 6-8pm. Evening of consciousness healing, meditation and intuitive guidance with Michael Morelli, graduate of Barbara Brennan’s School of Healing teacher training program. Each week is open to newcom-ers. Donation. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. UnityofMesa.org.Mindfulness Practice and Discussion – 3:15-4:15pm. A guided meditation class adjusted to fit the needs of the students. There will be breaks in meditation to include discussion about anything that may be helpful to a personal practice. A Mindfulness Life Center, 10309 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. 480-207-6016. AMindfulnessLife-Center.com.Sunday Services – 9 and 10:45am. A positive path for spiritual living, with transformational lessons and music. Experience the power of an open-minded spiritual community. Unity of Mesa, 2700 E Southern Ave, Mesa. UnityofMesa.org.

tuesdaysWatercolor Art Classes – 9:45am-12:30pm. All levels, beginner to advanced. Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of 8 students. No talent required, just a desire to create. With Allura Westly. Paradise Valley area. 602-469-0524. [email protected].


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ACUPUNCTURE

BAREFOOT ACUPUNCTURE COMMUNITY PAIN & STRESS CLINIC6722 E. Avalon Drive, Suite 1Scottsdale, AZ 85251602-954-8016Barefoot-Acupuncture.com

Affordable pain and stress relief for working people. Acupuncture for as little as $25 pe r ses s ion fo r established patients getting a series of 5-10 treatments. Custom Chinese herbal formulas for common

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ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

SALT CHALET ARIZONAPavel Gershkovich, CHP, CRP5011 N. Granite Reef RoadScottsdale, AZ 85250480-621-6041SaltChaletArizona.com ArizonaLeechTherapy.com

Our rooms are coated from floor to ceiling with multiple layers of pure, untreated salt from the Dead Sea. Providing relief for many health conditions. See ad on page 48.

SW HERB SHOP & GATHERING PLACEKathleen Gould, RH148 N. Center StreetMesa, AZ 85201480-694-9931SWHerb.com

Hundreds of bulk medicinal herbs and specialty blends, multitude of classes of all kinds, rental space. Medicine-making supplies, herbal bath shoppe. Varied therapists available. See ad on page 42.

ART CLASSES

WATERCOLOR ART CLASSESAllura Westly3611 E. Sunnyside Dr.Phoenix, AZ [email protected]

Allura Westly, master teacher, opens her sanctuary studio to all levels, beginner to advanced. Learn fluid color technique, drawing and composition. Small class of 8 students. No talent required, just a desire to create.

CHIROPRACTOR

DR. HARLAN SPARERTempe, AZ 85282480-245-7894TempeNonForce.com

Dr. Harlan Sparer is a Wholistic Chi roprac tor, exc lus ive ly practicing the Directional Non Force Technique®, for the last 30 years. He adjusts ligaments, muscles, bones, and discs.

CLEANING SERVICES

BENNETT’S CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANINGValleywide Service480-994-4988BennettsCarpetCleaningAz.com

Eco-friendly car-pet & upholstery cleaning. Featur-ing organic clean-ers and odor re-

moval products derived from renewable seed and vegetable sources. No perfumes, solvents or other hazardous products. No phosphates. Products also available for in home use. Licensed and owner operated since 1974. See ad on page 14.

PLANET HUGGER877-624-3326Planet-Hugger.com

An eco-friendly home and office cleaning company & offers n a t u r a l c l e a n i n g

products. 877-624-3326. See ad on page 40.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

MELINDA SMITHColon Hydrotherapist and Holistic Iridologist602-317-7677 BestVisionOfHealth.com

Unique gas release technique in order to get rid of toxins and prevent diseases. Very gentle, re laxing. Free nutr i t ional consulting and mini iridiology reading with your first session.

COUNSELING

MICHAEL J. BREUS, PH.D.10165 N. 92nd Street, Suite 101 Scottsdale AZ 85258480-999-5900 DrBreus.com

The Dr. OZ Sleep Doctor. All natural treatments of sleep disorders including cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, meditat ion and relaxat ion techniques and personalized sleep coaching. No medications needed. See ad on page 38.

SARETTE ZECHARIA, PH.D.Licensed Holistic Psychologist7300 N. Via Paseo Del SurScottsdale, AZ 85258480-383-3882

Via a holistic depth and Gestalt approach, explore the essence of your unique nature. Balance your soul’s needs with your conscious will to transform and trans-cend . Spec ia l t i es inc lude relationships, parenting, dream- work and soul-work.

CRANIOSACRAL

MARY PETERSON PHYSICAL THERAPYMary Peterson PT, MS Ed480-998-1646MaryPetersonPT.com

Personalized care for lingering pain and stress. Integrating hands-on t h e r a p i e s l i k e v i s c e r a l manipulation, cranial therapy and myofascial release with self-care strategies. Over 25 years experience finding solutions.

Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email [email protected] or visit www.naturalAZ.com and download our media kit.

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DENTISTS

ARROWHEAD AESTHETIC AND RESTORATIVE DENTISTRYJohn H. Upton, Jr., DDS PC18555 N. 79th Avenue, Suite A-104Glendale, AZ 85308623-878-6333DrJohnUpton.com

A unique den ta l p rac t ice combining personalized care, friendly professional service, and advanced dental technology. We believe each person deserves treatment designed to meet individual needs.

INTEGRATIVE DENTAL ASSOCIATESLisa M. Butler D.M.D.4210 N. 32nd St.Phoenix, AZ 85018602-956-4807IntegrativeDental.com

Providing biologic dentistry personalized to fit your needs in a c a r i n g a n d s u p p o r t ive environment. We offer many holistic procedures using the latest in modern technology. Dr. Butler is a member of the Holistic Dental Association and the

International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology. See ad on page 13.

WELCOME HOME DENTALDavid G. Lewis, DDS408 E. Southern Ave.Tempe, AZ 85282480-967-4204WelcomeHomeDental.net

Unique dental practice focusing personal attention on each patient with a health-conscious approach. FREE consultation or second opinion when you mention this ad.

WOLSKI CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE DENTISTRYKrystyna Wolski, DDS, DMD, M.D., M.D.(H)14269 N. 87th Street, Suite 107Scottsdale, AZ 85260480-991-3357

Offering a unique dental-body approach for over 20 years. Health problems often begin in the mouth because your teeth and body are connected through a c u p u n c t u r e m e r i d i a n s . Modalities include kinesiology, electro-dermal testing and homeopathy. See ad on page 21.

ENERGY HEALING

LISA BRITEScottsdale - The Quiet [email protected]

Are you out of balance? Return to your optimal state physically, emotionally, spiritually, mentally through Reconnective Healing and The Reconnection. Clients by appointment.

BUBBLING WELL HEALTH OFFERINGSLinda P. Essex, [email protected]

Linda has over 30 yrs of experience to assist you to meet your needs. Pamper your body and spirit with food-based healing and products, healing touch, channeling for spiritual guidance and Qigong lessons. Private and group sessions or demonstrations by appt.

BARBARA BUCKReconnective Healing® Practitioner11223 N. 28th Drive, Suite F101Phoenix, AZ 85029602-633-8051TheOmanCollective.com

The Reconnective Healing® frequencies are composed of light and information, and can create a life changing experience that heals the body, mind, and spirit. It is a new way of interacting with the human energy field that is different than any other energy

work that you have experienced. I also offer The Reconnect ion ®, in tui t ive guidance and development, workshops, and classes at Beyond Today, Co.

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Chakra Clearing. Energize your Mind, Body & Soul with sound color, gemstones and essential oils. Private Intuitive mentoring avail-able. Clinical Hypnosis for weight control, fears, confidence and past life regression.

MARIE SLOTTOWGood Vibrations Healing Practice @A Mindfulness Life Center10309 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85253734-719-1045Marie.GoodVibrations@gmail.comGoodVibrationsEnergyMedicine.com

Marie is an intuitive energy healer offering sessions for addressing stress and related health issues, anxiety, chronic pain and phobias. In-person and remote healing sessions available.

HEALTHY HOME

ORGANIC LIVING8342 N. 7th StreetPhoenix, AZ 85020602-224-5313OrganicLivingAz.com

Offering organic mattresses/bed-ding, organic personal care,

organic baby clothes, organic and natural cleaning products, 100 percent natural carpet, natural linoleum flooring, cork and bamboo flooring, and zero-VOC paints and sealers. See ad on page 11.


HYPNOTHERAPY

INSIGHTS FOR LIFEMartha Reed, PhD20325 N. 51st Avenue, Suite 112Glendale, AZ 85308623-249-5888Insights-For-Life.com

A center for homeopathic wellness. Balancing the mental and emotional aspects of life via spiritual counseling, hypno-therapy, life coaching, reiki and energy medicine. The power to heal lies within. See ad on page 46.

MEDICAL DOCTORS

LESTER R. KLEBE, D.P.M.Foot and Ankle Care 10555 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. A101Paradise Valley, AZ 85253602-954-0777

Practicing in the Phoenix area, Dr. Klebe offers complete foot and ankle care. Holistically oriented, Dr. Klebe integrates homeopathic medicine with conventional medical care. See ad on page 18.

JACK M. WOLFSON, DOWolfson Integrative Cardiology10585 N. Tatum Boulevard, Suite D-135Paradise Valley, AZ 85253480-535-6844WolfsonIntegrativeCardiology.com

A board-certified cardiologist who specializes in nutrition and the use of evidence-based supp-lements to prevent heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. See ad on page 9.

HOLISTIC HEALTH

A MINDFULNESS LIFE CENTER10339 N. Scottsdale RoadScottsdale, AZ 85253480-207-6016AMindfulnessLifeCenter.com

Welcome to a safe, open-hearted community for those seeking less stress and greater fulfillment in their everyday lives, offering a wide range of transformational classes and more. See ad on pages 39 and 41.

ANAHATA SOUND AND ENERGY HEALING10565 N. 114th Street, Suite 110Scottsdale, AZ 85259480-699-9600Ana-Ha-Ta.com

Gong, Crystal Singing Bowl, and Full Moon Meditations Kundalini Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, and Yoga Nidra Classes

GRAND OPENING! Sunday, June 1st 12pm - 4pm

ANAHATA Sound and Energy HealingCreating a community of conscious connection!

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10565 N 114th St Suite 110Scottsdale AZ 85259(SE Corner of FLW and Shea)

Ph: 480-699-9600 www.ana-ha-ta.com

Authorized Dealer of Crystal Singing Bowls by Crystal Tones Check our schedule for upcoming workshops and events!

Enjoy FREE Yoga Classes:• Restorative Yoga/Myofacial with Desiree Lapre 12:00-1:30pm

• Kundalini Yoga with Sevak Singh 1:30- 3:00pm

• Gong Meditation with Lisa Lippincott (the Gongster!)

• Bring your yoga mat and a blanket, dress comfortably! (stained concrete floors)

• 15% discount for all packages purchased June 1st!

• Drawing for a free 1-hour Sound and Energy Treatment ($125.00 Value)

• Drawing for 1-month of Unlimited Classes/Workshops ($175.00 Value)

• Call 480-699-9600 or register online at: www.ana-ha-ta.com

YOGA

Gong, crystal singing bowl and full moon meditations, kundalini yoga, restorative yoga, yin yoga and yoga nidra classes. Creating a community of conscious connection. See ad on page 19.

B-WELL CENTER OF SCOTTSDALE4300 N. Miller Road, Suite 214Scottsdale, AZ 85251602-384-1745info@b-wellcenterofscottsdale.comB-WellCenterOfScottsdale.com

We are dedicated to the health and wellness of the mind, body and s p i r i t . O u r services include

workshops, energetic healing sessions, counseling/coaching and more. See ad on page 47.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS

JESIKA DICAMPLILongevity Medical Health Center13832 N. 32th Street, Suite #126Phoenix, AZ 85032602-493-2273LongevityMedical.com

Dr. DiCampli is a naturopathic physician who practices family-style medicine, with pediatrics, women’s health, allergies and prenatal specialties. See ad on page 12.

JONATHAN PSENKA, NMDLongevity Medical Health Center13832 N. 32nd Street, Suite #126Phoenix, AZ 85032602-428-6151LongevityMedical.com

Dr. Psenka works with integrative cancer therapies, IV therapy, allergies, ozone, UVBI, and diet and exercise education for the treatment and prevention of disease. See ad on page 12.

MICHELLE RETZ, NMDLongevity Medical Health Center13832 N. 32nd Street, Suite #126Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-493-2273LongevityMedical.com

Dr. Retz focuses on treating chronic digestive disturbances, anxiety, depression, women’s health issues, and endocrine disorders using homeopathy, acupuncture, botanical medicine and nutritional counseling. See ad on page 12.

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REAL ESTATE

ALI AL-ASADYREALTOR®, EcoBrokerHomeSmart13 Valley Locations623-332-4116PhoenixGreenHomeConcepts.com

Your green home resource, Ali has 10+ years’ experience as a professional Realtor and is a proven leader in the sustainable real estate market. See ad on page 10.

KATHY MAGUIREREALTOR®, GRI, ABR, GREEN, EcoBroker CertifiedDPR Realty, LLC8341 E. Gelding DriveScottsdale, AZ 85260602-418-4565KathyMaguire.com

Specializing in residential real estate in Phoenix, Paradise Va l l e y, S c o t t s d a l e a n d surrounding areas, Kathy understands the energy and environmental issues that affect real estate transactions. See ad on page 22.

SALONS

LORINA QUIGLEYMOD.I.FY4164 N. Marshall Way Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-318-7555ModifyAz.com • AloraOrganic.com

Our eco-friendly salon/spa services, wholesome cafe and yoga studio

cultivate a healthy environment in which to grow and thrive. See ad on page 33.

PURESALON8711 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd #205Scottsdale480-339-6688PureSalonAz.com

Voted best natural salon in the Valley 2011, 2012 and 2013 by Natural Awakenings readers. Organic | vegan | gluten free. Clean air eco-

friendly salon environment only using the finest non-toxic hair color. See ad on page 32.

PAUL STALLONE, NMDArizona Integrative Medical Center, P.C.8144 E. Cactus Road, # 820Scottsdale, AZ 85260480-214-3922DrStallone.com

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