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Matters of the heartMany of our thoughts go to love and romance in February,

thanks to Valentine’s Day. It brings a little warmth to a very cold month, doesn’t it?

The heart is the universal symbol of love, which is probably why the American Heart Association chose this month to observe American Heart Month. And, from the following statistics, heart health may not be getting the “love” it deserves in our country:

• 1 in every 4 deaths (about 600,000) in the United States every year is attributable to heart disease.1

• Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women.1

• Almost 1,000,000 Americans have a heart attack every year.1

• Coronary heart disease costs the United States $108.9 billion each year.1

• The average total cost of a severe heart attack — including direct and indirect costs — is about $1 million, and close to $760,000 for a less severe attack.2

Now consider that the leading cause of personal bankruptcy in our country — by a long shot — is medical expenses!3 (78% of those who filed did have insurance, by the way.) All of this certainly provides a lot of motivation to take better care of ourselves.

No wonder the American Heart Association is behind a nation-wide movement in support of healthier communities and health-ier lives! Help honor American Heart Month by making your health and well-being a priority. There’s only one you, let’s make it the best you possible!

This month’s authors have some great information to help you on your way. Niki Young educates us about adaptogens and their many benefits. Leia McCumber shares why strong is the new skinny and how weight training will make us healthier. And Dr. Steve Puckette reminds us why we should pay attention to our thyroid

health. These are just a few examples of the great articles we have to share with you this month. Please read on for more!

Here’s to healthier communities and healthier lives … take good care of yourself!

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why is thyroid hormone so important to us?Our health is dependent on excellent thyroid hormone response. Every cell of our body needs adequate thyroid hormone for us to be healthy, and an imbalance can lead to any or all of the following symptoms: brain fog or fuzzy thinking, poor digestion (gas, bloat-ing, diarrhea, constipation), menstrual irregularities, osteoporo-sis, liver problems, muscle weakness, fatigue, cold body tempera-ture and weight gain.

what symptoms will you notice if you have a thyroid problem?People with hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid) may feel tired and sluggish, have cold hands and feet, notice increasing weight gain even on a low calorie diet, and have difficult or infre-quent bowel movements, depression, lack of motivation, hair loss and a thinning of the outer 1⁄3 of the eyebrows.

People with hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid) may expe-rience heart palpitations or night sweats, feel excessively nervous or emotional, have problems sleeping or difficulty gaining weight. If you experience one or more of these symptoms, our first concern is whether or not the thyroid gland is doing its job and making hormone appropriately.

Doesn’t the thyroid gland just make enough thyroid hormone?In a perfect world, the answer would be yes. But the reality is that in order to make thyroid hormone, the body must go through multiple steps. Here is a quick thyroid physiology lesson:

• brAiN – The brain talks to the thyroid gland using the nervous system and a hormone called TSH, or thyroid stim-ulating hormone. When the brain puts out TSH, it goes to the gland and says, “Do something.” The thyroid gland then

produces two types of hormone: T4 and T3. T3 is immediately usable and is what makes us feel good. But this is only seven percent of what is produced by the thyroid gland. The other 93 percent of the hormone output is T4, which is not yet useable by the body.

• liVer AND iNTeSTiNeS – T4 is sent to the liver, where 60 percent of it is converted to T3. The remaining T4 is sent to the intestines, where even more of it is converted to T3. If all works well, our body should now have plenty of T3.

• TbG – Next, the T3 needs to move throughout the entire body. It attaches itself to the TBG, or thyroid binding globulin, which acts like a taxicab to deliver the T3 to the various cells in the body.

• Cell wAll – Once the T3 is delivered to the appropriate cells, the cell wall must let it in.

This process requires several steps to work correctly, much like getting electricity to the light bulb in the lamp next to you as you read this. If the light is out, it could be because the bulb itself is bad, but it might also be because the lamp switch is turned off, the wall switch is turned off, the circuit breaker to the room has flipped, the electricity coming into the building has had a problem or the transformer down the street is having a problem. The same is true of the thyroid hormone level in your body. Many pieces have to work correctly in order to maintain appropriate levels. Let’s look at the possible breakdown areas:

The hormone pathway can break down in six different ways, only one of which can be helped with drugs. The first breakdown is in the thyroid gland itself and triggered by the immune system 90 percent of the time. While medication may be necessary, the immune system needs support to slow its attack on the thyroid gland.

The other five areas of breakdown in hormone function don’t respond to medications and need to have the underlying physi-ology supported. To assess these areas, patients need to be tested

Pay attention to your thyroid health......................................................................byDr.stevePuckette


for infections, inflammation, adrenal stress, liver and diges-tive function, gut infections and food reactions flaring up their immune system. Sex hormones should also be assessed, as they affect a person’s ability to utilize their thyroid hormones. The tests a physician runs can explain the first of these problems.

Treating with medications will replace the thyroid gland itself. If the breakdown is occurring in the brain, the liver, the intestines, the TBG or in the cell wall, however, symptoms may persist. To find out where the breakdown is, a series of tests can be performed, including:

• CheM 55 PANel to check blood sugar levels, liver function, multiple thyroid function indicators and more.

• SAliVAry TeST to check cortisol levels and adrenal function.• STOOl TeSTS to check intestinal function. (This test looks

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Once the breakdown paths have been identified, those areas of the body can be supported holistically, nutritionally and with lifestyle changes to return the patient to the best health possible.

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how do they do it? The virtuoso musician stands on a stage with a tube

of air, a box with strings, or lungs and vocal chords, and holds thousands of listeners rapt, moves them through emotions and reveries to catharsis, and somehow, with nothing more than the ephemeral vibrations of air, touches their souls.

It’s a mystery. Many competent professional musicians observe that magic as if on the outside, looking in at some place they rarely if ever can access. After many decades in music, I think I’ve begun to understand how this kind of magic is achieved, and unfortu-nately, it’s not what I’d practiced for years!

For decades it was as if I dedicated my practice to the Olympic motto Citius, Altius, Fortius (Latin for “faster, higher, stronger”) as I pounded piano keys, pushed guitar strings and forced my voice. In the back of my mind on good days, and front and center on bad days, was an ever-present sense of competition. If I wasn’t “better than” someone else, I wasn’t good enough.

My music became, at least in part, about trying harder, pushing more forcefully and trying to win a battle no one else was fighting. It was all in my head. Wanting to impress, I tried to play faster than I could and wrote songs with more complexity than I understood. As a result, much of what my performances communicated was insecurity, feelings of inadequacy and a self-obsessed struggle to be something I was not. It certainly was not a path toward mastery of artistic expression!

Gradually I came to realize that making music a struggle and a competition was a habit that was preventing me from enjoying music or taking delight in sharing it with others. Somewhere in the midst of that realization I began studying Tai Chi and it helped me find a better way.

Tai Chi is an internal art, known to confer power and grace. But that power doesn’t come from straining to be powerful, and the grace isn’t styled. The qualities of Tai Chi come from a deep inner awareness, total relaxation and balance in all of one’s being.

Through this internal focus the Tai Chi player sees and interacts with the world. Ideally, whatever occurs outside does not disrupt this ideal internal state.

The Tai Chi state is addictive! How could it not be? Who wouldn’t want to be calm, balanced and relaxed? So I began apply-ing what I’d learned in Tai Chi to my music. As my fingers touched the strings I began to notice the tiny stresses caused by misalign-ment. I felt the excessive force pounding the fingerboard and the tensions in my wrist and shoulder. When I bothered to notice, I realized that I wasn’t at all comfortable!

Tai Chi had taught me to focus, slow down and take the time to truly feel and reconnect with my inner calm, to balance and relax during every movement and every thought. As I practiced music with that in mind, moment by moment the physical stresses I’d been creating began to fall away. With them went much of the self-judgment and the habits of competition. The more I practice with inner awareness, the more every encounter with music becomes a joyful exploration of physical comfort, emotional peace and complete connection with the beautiful immediacy and intimacy of sound.

It’s a wonderful experience! Whether or not it leads me to create the kind of audience-moving magic of the true virtuoso, only time will tell. But a more important lesson has been learned. I’ve remembered how to let my music move me, and when that happens, I’m all the audience I need. Tai Chi has been the best music teacher I’ve ever had.

Tai Chi, music and mastery......................................................................byDougbrown

Doug Brown has been a professional musician for 35 years. He also directs the Tai Chi Center of Madison, founded by Tricia Yu in 1974 and one of the oldest Tai Chi schools in the United States, offering classes for health for adults of all ages. For more information, call 608.663.8299 or visit www.taichicenterofmadison.com.


Diabetes is in the news quite a bit these days. It’s becoming more and more common. Odds are you know

at least one person with the disease and may very well be at risk yourself. Finding effective methods of treatment and prevention for diabe-tes in the face of this potential epidemic is more important than ever.

Luckily, there is an all-natural, great-tasting, completely underused treatment that can help prevent type 2 diabetes as well as help treat existing type 1 and type 2 diabetes (both of which are often treated with either an oral medication and/or insulin). Don’t expect to hear about it from your friendly neighborhood patent medicine salesman, or even your doctor. It’s non-prescription, cheap, unpatentable cinnamon! The risks involved with this treatment are small, and it’s well worth considering both for current diabetics and for those with high risk of developing the disease.

Just a spoonful of this common spice can help stave off type 2 diabetes. A few years ago, Dr. Richard Anderson had

isolated a part of cinnamon (a flavonoid called “methylhydroxychalcone polymer” or MHCP) that closely mimics insulin activity. The researchers observed that a combination

of MHCP and insulin worked synergistically (meaning they were more effective when used

together than when either one was used on its own) in regulating glucose metabolism.

Cinnamon may eliminate the need for diabetes drugs. It might not only help control blood sugar but also, when combined with appropriate diet, exercise and other supple-mentation, make patent medications and their myriad adverse effects totally unnecessary. Type 1 diabetics can reduce insulin dependence with cinnamon. Taper down your medications with caution and work with a physician. Also, use in conjunction with chromium and other sugar regulators to benefit your health.

Other ways to use cinnamon are through the essential oil from the cinnamon leaf. It must be used with carrier oil so

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A dog or cat can be born with kidney or liver disease, or develop it later in life. Disor-

ders of these organs are all too common. Prevention and successful management is best accomplished with a little knowledge of when and how to test for dysfunction. By the time abnormalities show up on blood tests, a pet’s kidneys would be only 25% functional. It’s amazing how much a first morning urine analysis can tell you!

Before your dog drinks water or eats breakfast, catch a voided urine. Stick a shallow pan in the urine stream to collect the sample. Store it in the refrigerator until you can take it to the vet. Accurate results will be most likely if the urine specimen is evaluated within two hours of collection. (The longer urine sits outside the body before reading, the higher the pH will elevate and the more likely crystals will form in the stagnant urine.)

Why is a first morning collection best? Most normal dogs do not drink water overnight. So, the first urine of the day, before drinking, should be the most concentrated, meaning the urine specific gravity should be >1.040. Lack of concentrating ability would be a level from 1.012 to 1.018. Less than this level is often due to increased water consumption and the kidney’s appropriate response to remove excess fluid by diluting the urine. For example, if you feed your new puppy salty treats, he will drink a lot, produce dilute urine and probably a few “accidents”! This kidney response is perfectly normal.

If you feel your pet is drinking more than normal or urinating larger volumes, request a urine analysis that includes checking the specific gravity. Feline urine is normally so concentrated that a first morning check is not necessary. If it is dilute, you should be concerned. Addi-tional testing can determine the cause and prognosis of the kidney disease.

Sometimes a pet that has exces-sive thirst or urine volume has another disorder, such as diabetes, Cushing’s or even liver disease. A basic serum blood chemistry testing is used to diagnose

liver disease. Surely if a pet has inappetance, nausea or vomiting, diagnostic blood work should be performed. These are signs of a variety of disorders, including liver disease. Two measurable liver enzymes are called ALT or SGPT, and SAP or alk phos. In dogs and cats, ALT is liver specific. This means if elevated, there is liver cell damage. The SAP is not liver specific. If SAP is elevated, it may be due to liver disease, stress, Cushing’s, arthritis, pancreatitis, hypo-thyroidism or a bone tumor. Obviously, this can be frustrating for a veterinarian to decipher and for a pet guardian to accept. Eleva-tions of the liver-related enzymes can wax and wane over time as well. Even though ALT confirms liver cell damage, the causes and prognosis can vary tremendously.

A puppy or kitten can be born with a congenital kidney or liver disease. These problems are permanent, but often can be managed for quite some time. However, procedures such as

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Does your pet have kidney or liver disease?................................................................byDr.Jodie

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Since the 1960s, being skinny has become a female beauty ideal. While being thin is generally good for us, the main issue is that the fashion ideal often promotes a too-skinny

look; so thin that it becomes unattainable and even unhealthy for most women. Our goal should be to be healthy, fit and in shape — not to be “skinny.”

When the focus shifts from the number on the scale to our health, we tend to obsess less about counting (counting pounds, calories, points, grams of carbs or fat) and instead focus on a better, healthier lifestyle. And this is what we should all be striving for. Focus on being more active, making better food choices and limiting your portions. Add weight training to your workouts to build lean muscle. Make daily exercise just as important as brush-ing your teeth. And don’t focus on the numbers on the scale. Pay more attention to the way you look, the way your clothes fit, your energy level, your confidence and the overall way you feel. Simply “losing weight” will just give you a thin look. But being fit, strong and healthy will give you the shape and curves we all want … toned arms, flat abs and a lifted booty!

Studies on weight and body mass index (BMI) are popping up everywhere, and the results are changing the way we look at health and fitness. For example, in one study, a woman who had been running four to six marathons per year for the past 30 years and who looked very lean and trim on the outside was found to have a body fat percentage of 40 (which should put her into the obese category). The reason: She focused mainly on cardio. She never knew that strength training was an important part of any exercise routine, so she had very little muscle. Although she was the picture of good health on the outside, on the inside there were some very serious health concerns.

So if you’re thinking about going on a “diet” or starting a workout regimen for the New Year, remember this: Pay little atten-tion to the numbers on the scale and focus on strength training, endurance and simply eating clean. Lift weights and lift heavy. Add intervals into your routines, such as doing 30 seconds of

lunges followed by 30 seconds of sprints, or 30 seconds of squats followed by 30 seconds of jumping rope. Mix it up with cardio bursts between resistance training. Besides the benefits of looking great, you’ll also be healthier in many more ways, such as:

• Higher metabolism: burn more calories when you’re at rest!• Muscle preservation as you age.• Improve your overall body composition.• Increase functional strength (for day-to-day activities).• Increase bone density (especially important for ladies over 35).• Improve insulin sensitivity.• Increase energy.• Improve posture.• Improve balance and coordination.• Improve digestion.• Reduce risk of injury.• Increase HDL cholesterol (the good type!).• Improve immune system.• Improve muscular endurance.• Lower blood pressure.• Lower resting heart rate.• Relieve stress.• Improve mood.• Makes you look good naked!

If you have health resolutions for 2013, may they be inline with these: be strong, be fit, eat clean and make fitness a lifestyle. They will keep you young and the health benefits are endless. Get off the treadmill and pick up some weights … strong is the new skinny!

Strong is the new skinny...........................................byleiamcCumber

Leia McCumber is an ACE-certified personal trainer and owner of Serious Fitness, in-home personal training for women in Madison. She has also been a massage therapist for six years and owned her own day spa since 2007. In 2011, she sold the business in order to focus on her fitness career. She provides practi-cal, functional fitness training for women in the comfort of their own homes. For more information, call 608.438.6306, email [email protected] or visit www.SeriousFitness.biz.


Ahh, February: Saint Valentine’s Day, cupid, love, romance, intimacy … cabin fever, longest short month of the year, dingy grey days. People think of it in different ways. If

you’re single, does Valentine’s Day mean anything to you?For starters, Saint Valentine really had little to do with “love”

in the Hallmark holiday sense. In fact, the day commemorates the burial of one of the Saints Valentine (it is believed there was more than one)! Contemporaneously, the day celebrates love and romance, usually represented by flowers, chocolates, fine food and wine.

But there’s more to it than that. Relationship is a daily thing. It’s about love, commitment, communication, compromise, sacrifice, intimacy, showing up and listening. From a holistic healthcare perspective, relationship is about body, mind and spirit in the same way that high blood pressure, anxiety, IBS, cancer and such things are. And, yes, even if you’re not in a relationship with another, the day is about love, commitment, sacrifice and intimacy — with SELF!

Think of the day as an invitation to stop and surround your-self and/or your loved one with beautiful things that nourish the body, mind and spirit, and celebrate relationship — with self or with another. Tap into all the senses: sight, smell, sound, taste and touch. All five have a body, mind and spirit component. Think about it, feel about it, compose it!

SightPlan a visit to the art museum or botanical garden; prepare a beautiful meal (presentation, presentation, presentation!), set the table with a lovely table cloth and cloth napkins; get (or make) a wonderful piece of artwork to display; dress to the nines; try new sexy lingerie. Really pay attention to the visual.

SmellFlowers, of course, flowers. Beyond grocery store bouquets, you can create your own; you could go to a florist or order something from 1-800-FLOWERS. Or, if flowers are not feasible due to availability or cost, try essential oils like lavender, rose, jasmine or fir. Set your mood (passion, purifying, meditation, relaxation, balance) and choose accordingly. One place to consult is www.auracacia.com. The aroma of cooking or baking has been said to influence some to buy a particular house. If that’s not commitment, what is?

SoundNature? Music (self-generated or recorded)? Silence? It’s up to you!

TasteTry something new and exciting. A new recipe or new restaurant,

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A s the name suggests, adaptogens are natural substances that can help the body adapt to stress. Adaptogens are also known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory proper-

ties. All are thought to be cancer-preventative, some more so than others. In addition, adaptogens can significantly increase the effi-cacy of (or often may be used instead of) modern drugs, including antidepressants, antibiotics, anti-anxiety and blood sugar-lowering agents. They also can reduce or eliminate side effects of pharmaceu-ticals. Use of adaptogens dates back to ancient India and China, and modern research has verified the many benefits of these plants.

Some of the better-known adaptogens, along with some of the unique benefits they are respected for, are listed here. Most of these plants may be consumed as teas, tinctures or in capsule form. As always, please check with your healthcare professional with any questions about use.

AMeriCAN GiNSeNG: Cardioprotective; mild CNS stimu-lant; nourishing; good for adrenal fatigue; enhances brain func-tion and mental clarity; antioxidant; anti-tumor; protects from harmful effects of chemotherapy and radiation; helps normalize insulin and blood sugar levels; supports digestive health; aids in musculoskeletal health.

AShwAGANDhA: Calming; can relieve muscle pain; good for adrenal fatigue; antioxidant; anti-inflammatory; anti-anxiety; anti-depressant; cardioprotective; enhances brain function and mental clarity; prevents atrophy of nerve cells in the brain; protects from harmful effects of chemotherapy and radiation; anti-tumor; aids in musculoskeletal health.

ASiAN GiNSeNG: Stimulating yet helpful for adrenal exhaus-tion; antioxidant; anti-inflammatory; anti-depressant; enhances brain function and mental clarity; supports brain health; anti-tumor; cardioprotective; protects from harmful effects of chemo-therapy and radiation; helps normalize insulin and blood sugar levels; supports digestive health; supports kidney and urinary health; aids in musculoskeletal health; may lessen menopause-related fatigue, insomnia and depression (but should not be taken by women when estrogen is already excessive); has been used to enhance mind-body-spirit connection.

ASTrAGAlUS: Immune tonic; heart tonic; antioxidant; strengthens the lungs; anti-tumor; protects from harmful effects

Adaptogens for strength, vitality and stress relief......................................................................bynikiyoung

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of chemotherapy and radiation; supports digestive health as well as anti-bacterial and anti-viral activity; cardioprotective; protects liver; supports kidney and urinary health; may be beneficial for menopausal sweating; has been used to treat skin disorders includ-ing burns and skin tumors (used topically).

COrDyCePS: Lung tonic used for allergic asthma and COPD; kidney tonic; good for adrenal fatigue; antioxidant; anti-inflammatory; anti-tumor; helps to normalize insulin and blood sugar levels; protects liver; supports kidney and urinary health; cardioprotective.

eleUThrO: Immune tonic; adrenal tonic; antioxidant; anti-inflammatory; enhances brain function and mental clarity; cardio-protective; anti-tumor; protects from harmful effects of chemo-therapy and radiation; helps to normalize insulin and blood sugar levels; promotes healthy eyesight; aids in musculoskeletal health.

hOly bASil (TUlSi): Supports normal cortisol and blood sugar levels; adrenal fatigue; antioxidant; anti-inflammatory; anti-depressant; anti-tumor; protects from harmful effects of chemo-therapy and radiation; helps to normalize insulin and blood sugar levels, supports digestive health; anti-bacterial and anti-viral activ-ity, protects liver; has been used for skin health; has been used to enhance mind-body-spirit connection.

liCOriCe: Has been shown to aid in healing of stomach and bowel; adrenal fatigue; antioxidant; anti-inflammatory; lung tonic; anti-tumor; helps to normalize insulin and blood sugar levels; anti-bacterial and anti-viral; protects liver; supports kidney and urinary health; has been used topically for herpes, eczema, psori-asis and dermatitis; has been used to enhance mind-body-spirit connection.

reiShi: Adrenal fatigue; antioxidant; anti-inflammatory; anti-anxiety; anti-tumor; protects from harmful effects of chemotherapy and radiation; helps normalize insulin and blood sugar levels; anti-viral activity; protects liver; cardioprotective; supports kidney and urinary health; has been used to enhance mind-body-spirit connection.

rhODiOlA: Cardioprotective; adrenal fatigue; antioxidant; anti-depressant, reduces cortisol levels; over time can lead to increased levels of beta-endorphin in the brain (helps to relieve stress and pain); anti-inflammatory; enhances brain function and mental clarity; used to reduce oxygen deficiency at high altitudes; anti-tumor; protects from harmful effects of chemotherapy and radiation; helps to normalize insulin and blood sugar levels; anti-viral activity; aids musculoskeletal health; cardioprotective.

SChiSANDrA: Balances the nervous system; antioxidant; protective of the liver; adrenal fatigue; antioxidant; anti-inflamma-tory; anti-anxiety; anti-depressant; enhances brain function and mental clarity; used to treat asthma, bronchitis and chronic cough; supports kidney and urinary health; anti-tumor; promotes healthy eyesight; protects liver; cardioprotective.

Niki Young is the owner and operator of Green Earth, 6333 University Avenue in Middleton. She is a certified nutritionist, has a bachelor’s degree in dietetics and nutrition, has studied for two years under herbalists Tieraona Low Dog, MD, and Paul Bergner (founder of North American Institute of Medical Herbalism), and is a member of the NANP, American Herbalist’s Guild and American Botani-cal Council. The focus at Green Earth is providing a place to turn to for quality natural health products as well as the guidance to use them successfully. For more information, please visit GreenEarthHerbs.com or call 608.831.2845.

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or maybe experiment with legendary aphrodisiacs. “The food you consume can have a direct impact on your sex life, affecting your hormones, brain chemistry, energy and stress levels. Some foods have psychoactive properties, others arouse because they are psychologically suggestive and some can actually increase blood flow to the genitals. And if it does not have all that aphrodisiac effect, at least it’s healthy and it will do you good!” (http://bit.ly/NrVKje)

TouchReassuring, comforting or intimate, it’s all good. It has been documented many times how valuable and profound touch can be. We know that touch can reassure a sad heart, soothe an overactive mind and comfort a bereft soul. We also know it can be stimulating and invigorating — I’ll leave the implications of that to your imagination.

And, finally, reflect on it. At the end of your day, be still and recall the nuances, the insightfulness and the kindness of all the gestures. That is what feeds the soul. What’s relationship without a well-fed soul?

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(iMAGiNe) The POSSibiliTieS …Have we forgotten who we are, or better

yet, where we have come from? As we journey through life, we find ourselves struggling with the everyday events of our ego. What I mean is that society spells out for us at a very early age that we must be better than others and that we need to be “number one” so we can be a standout above all. So what have we had to surrender in our lives to believe that this is true? Could this be the very reason why so many of us struggle with our own identity and continue to search for who we are and what makes us happy through our

An inspirational life ..............................................................byTonybednarowski

Tony Bednarowski is co-owner/publisher of Nature’s Pathways maga-zine, “Your Path To Healthy Living.” He writes about weight loss, nutrition, disease prevention awareness and

personal development. For more information, visit www.naturespathways.com. Tony is also founder, developer and nutrition specialist for BeWellCook-ing.com, “Be Well, Live Well.” He is a board-certified nutrition specialist focusing on weight loss, chronic disease prevention and sport performance enhance-ment with more than 30 years of experience in the health and fitness industry as a trainer, nutrition specialist and competitive athlete. For more informa-tion, visit www.BeWellCooking.com.

achievements, possessions and money rather than trusting what makes us feel worthy and good on the inside? It seems to me that the majority of people are in a continual search for “more,” believing it will separate them and signify a better or greater self.

What if you could separate yourself from what you have vs. what makes you feel good inside? Remember as a child the excitement that you felt on your birthday or Christmas morning? Could you imagine having that feeling every single day when you wake up? What would your life be then? (Imagine) the possibilities …

What then could hold you back from living your dream (your true purpose)? There would be nothing that could stand in your way, for you would finally be living life the way it was meant to be lived without being afraid of being judged by others. This

is our right, and each and every one of us deserves it.

When you surrender to this way of think-ing, you open yourself up to a higher you, a more valued and giving you. It is a place inside each and every one of us where peace and prosperity are connected. This place is not measured in dollars or possessions, but a place far above. This is the place where grati-tude comes from knowing you have helped or inspired someone through your actions, expecting nothing in return. When you can connect to this place inside of yourself and surrender to it, you will find yourself to be a truly blessed and extremely rich person.

At that moment you will have unlocked the mystery of what is inside every single human being alive (why YOU are here) — what your specific purpose is. Your search will finally be over and you will then be on your true journey, the one your source (God) intended for you. (Imagine) the possibilities …

Remember, you are always just one thought away from changing your life!

“when you can connect to this place inside of

yourself and sur-render to it, you

will find yourself to be a truly blessed

and extremely rich person.”


Just as words become the seed of thoughts, so too does ritual give depth and meaning to our lives.

Another holiday season has come with different expressions of observance. Special times are cause for special form and func-tion. This brings to mind a question: Does it require a calendar date of holidays like Christmas, Hanukah or Valentine’s Day for me to ritualize my life, or can I expe-rience ceremonial living on a daily basis? If so, what would that look like?

Washing hands and brushing teeth are daily rituals for most of us. Without mindfulness and focused inten-tion, these acts of cleansing become mundane or “empty rituals” that are just another ordinary component of our day. To a surgeon or dentist, I’m willing to bet these would not be empty rituals.

Dreamtime reveals, through symbolic language of the heart, important messages that are often discarded as “left over pizza” by the dreamer, who has neglected a wonderful opportunity to discover hidden treasure within himself. This to me is the treasure that neither moth nor rust is able to destroy. I personally have kept dream journals for almost ten years now, and I am amazed at the congruency of their messages and meanings for my life.

Weddings and funerals are turning points

for family and friends in creating a personal and sacred space for all in attendance. Ritual eldership is an important component for these esoteric expressions and ceremonies. Much consideration should be taken in the “how” and “whom” in these ceremonial displays. Creating personal ceremonies and ritualizing important events can empower the guests in attendance, as well as the

original honorees. My experience with these gatherings is that people like to be included, in some way, to feel that they are a real and active part, rather than a passive and anonymous partici-pant. Inclusiveness and invitation of taking part in ritual together, creates a

bond of mutual empathy and respect, and also creates a soul tie that makes atten-dance memorable and meaningful. My experience with officiating is that given the opportunity, people want to bring a royal blessing energy to weddings, funerals and even birthday parties.

Incorporating ritual and ceremony into living is a powerful tool for cultivating whatever it is that needs to happen at any given time. Ordinary events can become mythical and extraordinary, as well as uniquely personal, with the proper inten-tion, creativity and knowledge. May this New Year be filled with the joy of luminous self discovery for each and every one of you

Meaningful ritual for living.........................................................................byDakotaWindancer

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Dakota Windancer has founded and leads self-empower-ment circles throughout Wisconsin. He is an artist, poet, writer, and national award-winning flutist and dancer. Dakota has been mentored by Sparrow Hart, founder of Circles of Air and Circles of Stone, and Dr. Robert Moore, who is a Jungian psychoanalyst and professor of psychol-ogy and religion at Chicago Theological Seminary and C. G. Jung Institute in Chicago, Illinois. Dakota has completed Shadow Work Basic and Advanced Facilita-tion course work along with extensive study and facili-tation through wisdom through interpreting dreams. Dakota describes himself as a modern mystic who is an avid student of Jungian psychology and well read, but the most valuable training has come from his own personal experiences, one of which lead to healing diabetes when conventional methods had failed to help him. Contact Dakota at [email protected].

"Ordinary events can become mythical and extraordinary, as well as uniquely personal,

with the proper intention, creativity

and knowledge."

and may it be anchored in peace, health and prosperity.


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Question: How do you replace white flour with whole-wheat flour in baking?answer: The major motivator for replacing white flour with whole-wheat flour is the obvious nutritional advantage. Whole grains can help lower blood pressure, reduce risk of chronic disease, aid in weight maintenance and provide additional fiber. So why not bake a little extra healthiness into your favorite foods? Sounds easy, right? Not exactly. Whole-wheat flour behaves very differently in a recipe than white flour. Therefore, certain adjustments must be made when substituting whole wheat for white. First off, substituting whole-wheat flour for white flour one-to-one is a no go. Whole-wheat flour absorbs much more

liquid, so it may be necessary to add more liquid or decrease whole-wheat flour by ¼ cup. Now I must provide this

disclaimer: the texture of baked products is altered when whole-wheat flour is used in place of white.

When using whole-wheat flour, the product becomes denser. This is because the germ, a

component of the wheat that is removed from white flour during milling, inhib-its gluten formation. Gluten is a protein that makes extensive networks, assisting baked products in rising. Less gluten = less rise and therefore a less fluffy

Question: What’s best for vegetables — fresh or frozen?answer: Vegetables are vegetables. The key here is that you’re eating them — be it fresh or frozen. When eating fresh vegetables, choose ones that are in season for enhanced flavor. If choosing to cook your vegetables, remember that the vitamin and mineral content of produce is greatly influenced by high temper-atures, exposure to light and acidity. To maximize the nutritional value of cooked vegetables, here are a couple key recommendations:

• Cook your vegetables for as short an amount of time as possible. Hallelujah for the microwave!

• Minimize the amount of water used to cook vegetables to prevent leaching of nutrients into cooking water.

As winter approaches and farmers’ markets become a fleeting memory, so does access to fresh produce. Turning to frozen vegetables is a viable replacement during those cold winter months, as vegetables are flash frozen at their nutri-ent rich peak. Maximum nutritional value and a lower price (generally) — you can’t beat that!

expert answers to your health and wellness questionsEating your veggies, substituting white with whole-wheat flour and detoxing your digestive tract..............................................bykarmennenahlo

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• PASChiMOTTANASANA (SeATeD fOrwArD fOlD): In a seated position with legs long, gently extend arms over-head and reach for toes. Focus on lengthening the chest on

inhales and pulling the chest towards thighs on exhales.• UShTrASANA (CAMel POSe): Come to your

knees with your feet hips-width distance apart. Place hands on lower back as if placing into back pockets. Extend gaze towards the ceiling while gently beginning to lean back.

• ArDhA MATSyeNDrASANA (SeATeD SPiNAl TwiST): Come to a seated position with your left leg extended long and right knee bent over left. Gently twist to the left, placing the left arm at the base of the spine and your right arm on the right knee. Repeat on other side.

• SUPiNe SPiNAl TwiST: In a supine posi-tion, hug your right knee into your chest. Gently pull the right knee over the extended left leg, reaching the right arm out to form a “T” and gazing right. Repeat on other side.

product. The food industry and sensory scientists have been working for years to successfully create a whole-wheat product with the same texture as white flour. We’re still waiting! In the meantime, a good way to combat this texture issue is to compromise — use half white flour and half whole-wheat flour. You get the added nutri-tional benefit, and the product remains edible. You can also try adding a tad bit more baking powder or baking soda (other key players in leav-ening that baked good).

Question: Short of taking pills, powders and potions, what else can I do to detox my digestive tract?answer: We’re coming up on that time of year when want to have a rocking bod, but everything is working against us — Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc. What do all these things have in common? They all focus on food (and most times, too much food). Luckily there are a handful of yoga postures that can health-ify your gut in no time without the hunger pangs of a juice cleanse. These poses include:

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Most of the postures focus on one of two movements to the stomach and small intestine: twisting/rinsing or stretching/lengthening. When performed together, these movements encourage the body to eliminate toxins. Our digestive tracts go through a lot — that’s why it’s important to take a second and show our bodies some love. Incorporating some of these yoga poses into your daily routine may aid in digestion, improve acid reflux, relieve pain and combat gastrointestinal disturbances.

21February 2013 | Nature’s Pathways®

Do you have peace in your heart? In the midst of chaos, trouble, stress or uncertainty, can you still have a calm about you? This is the place Michaela Torcaso wants all of us to be able to operate from. For once we have that, and continue to do our own work as well as help others on their journeys, the end result is greater peace!

Torcaso is a shining example of how one person can make a difference in the world. And her dedication to peace – on all levels – is nothing short of inspiring. Prob-ably best known in the greater Madison community as the founder of TIBIA Inc. and Creating a Peaceful World, she’s been a facilitator of personal, relationship and group transformation since 1983. But her story starts years earlier, when at the age of 12 she already had an awareness … a knowing of the interdependence of all things … even writing a touching poem then about people’s journeys to find themselves and expressing an understanding that by loving others, we love ourselves. Mature beyond her years, Torcaso recognized her vision for a peaceful world while still in her teens!

And so she devoted her life to helping others have their own awakenings, as she puts it. “The more we wake up, the better the world is.” In her work, the very spiri-tual woman encourages individuals to work with their spirit or power source, and discourages the thought that they are separate, on their own. “I’d like more people to realize that there’s something that has us all be connected, a union of all that is,” she shares.

The multidimensional TIBIA Inc., which she opened in

2001, has always been the manifestation of her dreams,

values, beliefs and life’s work, and a way to reach and

empower more and more people. Recently though,

Torcaso felt it was time for some changes and repri-

oritizing in the organization. Obviously the integrity of

TIBIA will still be intact. And so, with 2013 comes a

transformation for TIBIA Inc. Most notable, the divisions

that sometimes got lost behind the massage school are

now soaring to new heights as autonomous entities.

While TIBIA Massage School still exists and now concen-

trates on continuing education and community courses

under the name TIBIA, its IntuAction Institute has

become whitedoor llc, its Healing Center is under new

ownership as Healing…Inspirations Wellness Center

and Creating a Peaceful World (CAPW) operates under

the same name with new leadership. And Torcaso has

found two remarkable, unique and passionate women

to join her at the helms!

whitedoor llcIn its early days, TIBIA Inc. was a small, intimate organi-

zation; an environment that highly appealed to Torcaso.

Over years of success came growth, and lots of it! At

this point in her life though, she is excited to concen-

trate on the IntuAction Institute piece, take it back to its

roots and make it her own again.

And the new name? It definitely has people think-ing! Torcaso explains it like this, “I’ve always related to ‘white’ as the divine and considered a ‘door’ as the portal.” So whitedoor emerged as the right choice, considering the kind of work she focuses on. You’ll notice on the logo that the door is closed, and light is coming through the window, which illustrates that it is up to each person to “choose” to open their own door.

The 525-hour IntuAction Program offered at whitedoor is a bit of an anomaly. Though it does very effectively develop intuition, the dynamic at the heart of it is that students on the path are essentially learning to wake up to themselves and their relationship with Spirit/Divine. And that’s where the expert guidance of whitedoor is invaluable.

The curriculum for this program includes classes like: Intuitive Space, in which students learn to surrender into and sustain a centered, open presence; Intuitive Support, which builds on skills developed in the previ-ous class by having students apply them to specific emotional, physical or energetic issues; and Intui-tive Spiritual Support, in which students learn how to support the acceleration of a client’s healing using the tools/skills they acquired in the previous two classes. It is a well-thought-out progression that results in confi-dent, highly skilled graduates.

While there is an 18-month “fast track,” many students benefit from the flexibility of taking things at their own pace, as new awakenings happen. Upon completion of

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the program, graduates enjoy working with individuals who desire guidance on their journeys to find peace and balance. Torcaso is extremely proud of the number of students who give back by volunteering (see Creating a Peaceful World below), who have been able to find that place where they can be of service.

It is important to note that IntuAction classes (a complete listing of which can be found in their online catalog) can be taken individually and separate from the 525-hour program. All classes provide the oppor-tunity for individuals to work towards self-fulfillment, and some are available for continuing education for massage therapists. In addition, through whitedoor, Torcaso personally offers mediumship, bodywork and intuitive sessions.

For more information about whitedoor, please visit whitedoor.org or call 608.238.7328.

healing…inspirations wellness centerAngela Shanley is quick to admit that she had no inten-tion of buying the business formerly known as TIBIA Healing Center when first approached with the oppor-tunity last fall. So what brought her to go through with the purchase on November 16, 2012? She followed her intuition! “I felt it. I heard it and I sat with it,” she explains. “Having been the business manager the previous two years, I knew the business and what I was getting into!”

And so, Healing…Inspirations was born. Shanley and her co-owners envision supporting clients with both healing and evolving in ways that inspire them. So like its name, the center deals with healing, inspiration and everything in between. Shanley, the mother of four boys and stepmother of two, has housed several teens in need, evidence that she shares this positive philosophy with everyone in her life. This positive outlook stems from the belief that we are all made of energy. This energy is connected to everything and everyone. We each choose which parts of this energy are in alignment with our own life’s purpose, therefore promoting healing and inspirational change. Shanley believes that in choos-ing this energy, letting other ideas or patterns go, and looking to the positive, miraculous changes can happen.

Her passion for humans to accept responsibility for their own lives has been a lifelong pursuit inspiring her to open NoNonsenseAngels in 2009, the precursor to Healing…Inspirations. Shanley continues to be inspired by the many people who comment on her positive outlook; her goal is to share the message that everyone can choose this outlook as a way of life and to support those who may have forgotten how. Her life experience and great vision (as well as the new-found autonomy of the business) is taking the wellness center to another level. “I want to be more accessible and far-reaching in our services,” explains Shanley. This is the gift of Healing…Inspirations.

The mission statement of TIBIA Healing Center currently

still fits for Healing…Inspirations, yet as energy moves, Shanley is confident that the mission will shift some as well. Healing…Inspirations Wellness Center provides a compassionate, honoring environment where exception-ally trained practitioners make a palpable difference with clients physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

therapeutic bodywork sessionsThe bodywork offered at Healing…Inspirations goes beyond the realm of just hands-on massage. Practi-tioners are highly trained not only in classic massage techniques – like manipulating muscles to relieve tension and promote healing and relaxation – but also in intuitive listening for each body’s unique needs. With clients’ active participation, muscle and energy release can provide access to emotional holding patterns, making healing truly a springboard for new inspirations. Find their extensive menu of therapeutic and relaxation massage options on the new website.

intuitive support sessionsClients are partnered with intuitive professionals, who are rigorously trained through the IntuAction Institute (now whitedoor), in spoken sessions that facilitate healing, insight, empowerment and peace of mind in the context of specific issues they bring to the session.

angel sessionsIf you prefer to specifically work with the angelic realm (space of pure positive energy), Angel sessions are provided by communicators who were trained by NoNonsenseAngels to provide spoken sessions where information is shared based on request, whether conscious or unconscious, of the client. These sessions and information are always delivered for the highest good of client, although sometimes may be confronting.

For more information about Healing…inspirations Wellness center, please visit healinginspirations-wi.com or call 608.238.7468.

creating a peaceful worldCAPW’s mission is to inspire, cultivate and model the experience of peace from the inside out by providing support services to those experiencing crisis or simply seeking peace.

CAPW will always have a special place in Torcaso’s heart – she founded it in 1996 and it became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit a few years ago. Today she’s excited to see what Gillian Blake’s fresh vision and new energy can do to nurture the organization.

Blake, who recently took the reins as executive director, has both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in rehabili-tation counseling psychology from UW-Madison. She completed the program at TIBIA Massage School and the equivalent of the IntuAction Program. Her work experience is with people with developmental disabili-ties, the elderly and those with severe mental illness.

“Timing could not be more perfect for this opportu-nity,” relays Blake. After spending many years as a

stay-at-home mom, she has now found an additional focus that she believes in. As she explains, “CAPW has been under an umbrella organization. It is now ready to stand on its own and grow. I am too!”

Blake says she is driven by a desire to give back. “My life is so very blessed. I want to do what I can to teach peace and help out where I am needed. CAPW offers me the opportunity to do just that. Not only do I get to use my organizational skills, but I also get to work with people who are trying to make the world a more peaceful place.”

She shares Torcaso’s ultimate vision to see CAPW become more accessible to people requesting support including taking groups of trained volunteers to disas-ters. Blake describes CAPW’s presence as being “a calm in the storm.” Volunteers are trained in how to be in the midst of stressful situations and still be centered, still find peace.

CAPW is proud to offer and be a part of these events in the Madison community:

Day of PeaceOn the 11th of every month, CAPW volunteers offer free therapeutic bodywork and intuitive sessions for members of the service profession they honor that month. This year’s recipients are: elderly caretakers, social workers, mental health workers, nurses, sports coaches, armed services, homeless support staff, first responders, sanitation workers, veterans and school teachers.

creating PeaceOn the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., join in a grounded experience of peace, love and gratitude through conversation and energy. It’s about finding that space of peace within yourself … and taking it with you when you leave. $10 dona-tion requested.

Freeing the Power to Heal: the Foundation WorkshopThis 2-day workshop is offered several times through-out the year. Its focus is to get you back to centered-ness and peace, despite what’s going on in your world. Watch the CAPW website for future offerings.

CAPW is also part of the 4-day, 300-mile Wisconsin AIDS Ride, providing free sessions to the cyclists and crew as they travel through south central Wisconsin. In addition, CAPW maintained a presence at the Capitol throughout the major protests in 2011, supporting peaceful energy. Its outreach also includes support for individuals facing life-threatening illness or the loss of loved ones.

As a 501(c)(3), CAPW welcomes tax-deductible donations.

For more information about creating a Peaceful World you can visit capw.org or call 608.238.7372.

learning to brush their own teeth is a lesson all children must master. Although parents ultimately may

have children who become proficient at brushing their own teeth, getting them to floss is generally more difficult.

The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from the Centers for

Disease Control and Prevention found that 41 percent of children aged 2 to 11 had tooth decay in their first teeth. Dental caries are common among children, likely because they have not become proficient at taking care of their teeth.

Soft, sticky foods are commonplace in young kids’ diets, and these can promote decay. Even well-intentioned gummy vita-mins can be sources of dental decay. Often-times, these foods become lodged between the teeth or on the surface of molars. If left in contact with the teeth for too long, food particles become a source of carbohydrates for oral bacteria, and cavities may appear as a result.

To remove food particles from between the teeth, children must floss, advises the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists. It is recommended that parents help their children to floss as soon as two teeth are touching and continue to do so until the child is around the age of eight, when a child should have enough dexterity to do it on his or her own.

Flossing is essential to making sure children do not experience cavities at an early age, and it can establish practices that promote oral health throughout life. Despite being so important, many parents fail to encourage flossing or are at a loss as

to how to make it enjoyable and effective.Although regular dental floss is one of

the first tools for flossing, the dexterity required to wind the floss around little fingers, and then thoroughly clean the teeth, may discourage children. Parents can look into the wide array of flossing helpers available at the store. In fact, many age-appropriate flossers are now available that feature fun designs and smaller profiles to fit into kids’ mouths more easily. Flossers may be attached to a handle to make back teeth more accessible and promote more effective flossing. Manufacturers such as DenTek, Butler GUM, Plackers Kids, Dr. Fresh, Oral-B and Brush Buddies offer children’s flossers.

Kids who shy away from flossing may be more likely to use a children’s water flosser. In lieu of string floss, a water flosser uses a pressurized stream of water to dislodge food from between teeth. Although a water flosser may be more messy, children may enjoy the opportunity to “play” with water and the cleaning sensation provided.

To prevent the buildup of plaque and the development of dental caries, parents should educate children about proper flossing techniques.

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exercise has long been touted as an excellent way to help prevent diabe-tes. It has also been shown to be

effective in the management of diabetes by improving glycemic control (maintaining a normal blood sugar range), reducing the dependence on insulin and improving the control of body weight (which obviously has additional benefits in and of itself!). Since diabetes brings with it an increased risk for cardiovascular disease, exer-cise also provides the following benefits: improves cardiac function; improves blood lipid profile; reduces the risk of developing heart disease; regulates blood pressure; and restores heart function after a heart attack.

Diabetes is a disease that should be taken very seriously. It can cause long-term damage to the body, in addition to unpleas-antries such as increased thirst, increased frequency of urination, fatigue, blurred vision, and tingling in the hands and feet. The long-term damage, otherwise known as “diabetic complications,” can damage blood vessels, nerves, eyes and the skin. If you don’t have it, taking steps to reduce your chances of developing it should be high on your priority list. And if you already have it, then now is the best time to get started with a regular exercise program.

Beginning an exercise program can be a daunting prospect, though it actually is quite simple and not nearly as overwhelming

when you keep some key things in mind. It is not necessary to go from the couch to the Olympics. In fact, even modest amounts of exercise (30 minutes per day) done at a moderate intensity provide many health-related benefits. Account for your personal preferences and current fitness level when selecting exercise activities. If you enjoy walking, than start there — it is free, requires no gym or equipment, and is very simple to build into your everyday life. If you find riding a bike to be unpleasant, then you might enjoy running instead. Be sure to also include stretching and strength training in your exercise program. There are many modalities from which to choose — everything from stability balls, to resis-tance bands, to dumbbells, to using your own bodyweight … the possibilities are endless! Keys to success (defined here as simply creating a realistic exercise plan and sticking to it) include finding things that you enjoy and that you are able to do on a long-term, regular basis, as well as enlist-ing the support of your health care team, friends and loved ones.

Be encouraged by the fact that although diabetes has become quite prevalent in our modern, sedentary society, there is a lot that YOU have control over. You can make positive choices regarding your fitness and nutrition that will get and keep you healthy, and that will make you feel good!

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Laura is a certified personal trainer (ACSM) and the owner of BodyFit Solutions, a personal train-ing studio exclusively catering to women’s unique needs, in Middleton. Her mission is to empower women to be their best, healthiest selves through exercise, proper nutrition, and fostering their confi-dence and positive self-images. Laura was active in figure skating and color guard with the Sound of Sun Prairie in her youth, has been an avid Pilates fan for a decade, and enjoys long bike rides around the lakes in addition to regular strength training sessions. Find her at www.BodyFitSolutions.com or 608.203.8600.


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Noni (Morinda citrifolia)............................................

Noni is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows throughout the tropical regions of the Pacific Ocean, from Southeast Asia to Australia. Noni has a history of use as a

topical preparation for joint pain and skin conditions. Today, noni fruit juice has folk uses as a general health tonic and for cancer and chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

The noni fruit is most commonly combined with other fruits (such as grape) to make juice. Preparations of the fruit and leaves are also available in capsules, tablets and teas.

what the science saysIn laboratory research, noni has shown antioxidant, immune-stimulating and tumor-fighting properties. These results suggest that noni may warrant further study for conditions such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. However, noni has not been well studied in people for any health condition.

NCCAM-funded research includes a study on noni for cancer to determine its safety and potential effects on tumors and symp-toms, as well as a laboratory study of noni’s effects on prostate cancer cells. The National Cancer Institute is funding preliminary research on noni for breast cancer prevention and treatment.

Side effects and cautionsNoni is high in potassium. People who are on potassium-restricted

diets because of kidney problems should avoid using noni.Several noni juice manufacturers have received warnings from

the U.S. Food and Drug Administration about making unsup-ported health claims.

Few side effects from noni have been reported, but its safety has not been adequately studied.

There have been reports of liver damage from using noni. It should be avoided if you have liver disease because it contains compounds that may make your disease worse.

Tell all your health care providers about any complementary health practices you use. Give them a full picture of what you do to manage your health. This will help ensure coordinated and safe care.

Source: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM). Herbs at a glance. NCCAM website.References:Morinda. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database Web site. Accessed at www.naturaldatabase.com on August 5, 2009.Mueller BA, Scott MK, Sowinski KM, et al. Noni juice (Morinda citrifolia): hidden potential for hyperkalemia? American Journal of Kidney Disease. 2000;35(2):310–312.Noni (Morinda citrifolia). Natural Standard Database Web site. Accessed at www.naturalstandard.com on August 4, 2009.Pawlus A, Bao-Ning S, Kinghorn A. Noni (Morinda citrifolia). In: Coates P, Blackman M, Cragg G, et al., eds. Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements. New York, NY: Marcel Dekker; 2005:1–8.


what is spiritual psychology? The words “spiritual” and “psychology” can have contrasting definitions or evoke different feelings from one person to the next. So how

do we begin to understand spiritual psychology when there can be many different understandings of the words? The discussion begins by accepting that many ideas and definitions will appeal to each individual differently.

Psychology has a wide range of definitions meaning different things for different people. If you look up the word “psyche,” you will see words and terms such as “human soul,” “spirit,” “breath” and “princi-ple of life.” “Ology” means the subject of study; a branch of knowledge. However, if you look up the word “psychology,” you will read a new meaning, “the science of mind and behavior.” Psychology, therefore, is a field that studies the human mind and behavior. Throughout time, “spirit,” the most crucial aspect of psyche, has unfortunately been over-shadowed by the science of mind and human behavior.

While the idea of being “spiritual” is different for everyone, it is important to appreciate that one’s spirituality may or may not be based on affiliation with a particular religion. Superficially, the terms “spiritual” and “religion” can be confused as meaning one in the same. Indeed, spiritual people can be devoted to a religious prac-tice, but to be spiritual, one does not necessarily have to practice a particular religion. Perhaps some further clarification is in order.

Religion can indicate a set of beliefs as true based on doctrine and by observing a certain set of rituals. Religion strives for unifor-mity of thought and action in its members. Essentially, religion is designed to be our spiritual source of comfort and advice; a struc-ture to provide moral guidelines; a caring community and help for those in need. Spirituality on the other hand, has more room for personal, individual experiences to discover the Divine. Spirituality gives prominence to qualities such as caring, kindness, compassion, tolerance, service and community. In search of such meaning, this is where religion and spirituality come together. But where religion is defined by its traditions and teachings, spirituality is defined by what is real in our own experience, emerging from an inner search, and finding our truth within. Spirituality is simply the discovery of our authentic self without any trimmings or labels, which gives us a rich source of values and a deeper meaning to life; whatever our religion.

The work and essence of spiritual psychology strives for the evolvement of consciousness. Evolving, in this sense, essentially

means to learn how to recognize and surrender, or “let go” of anything that disturbs one’s inner peace; ideally, learning instead to liberate oneself from anything that causes imbalance in the mind. In this healing process, the individual experiences a more peaceful, joyous existence, recognizing and actualizing compas-sion and love towards self, others and life itself.

Spiritual psychology: a means to self-discovery and fulfillment is to learn and develop the skills that help facilitate one’s ability to communicate more effectively and resolve issues once and for all. The practice of applying the skills of spiritual psychology is to heal and transcend in our consciousness in order to be the divine, loving, compassionate, joy-filled beings we are born to be. In this process of internal work, we are able to discover discordant issues. This empowers us to experience a greater connection with whom we truly are, our life’s purposes, and enhances our level of fulfill-ment and ability to make meaningful contributions.

The process of “being spiritual” is personal and experienced uniquely by everyone. Spiritual psychology serves as a construc-tive way for us to discover internal peace, a deeper understanding of our inherent nature; one’s authentic self. Life is a process, not an event. The healing work that is the context of spiritual psychology is continuous. It can enrich and liberate our lives by deepening our understanding of our authentic self; helping us to be more loving and compassionate.

Spiritual psychologyA means for self-discovery and fulfillment......................................................................byrosenicksic

Rose Nicksic is a reflexology practitioner, spiritual educator and licensed educa-tor. She has a M.A. and M.S. in educational psychology and spiritual psychology. Rose owns Budding Rose Health of Madison and her compassion is evident in her desire to facilitate natural health and healing on the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual levels. For more information, visit buddingrosehealth.com or call 608.628.4041. Serving Dane County and the surrounding areas.

Sources:Loyalty To Your Soul: The Heart of Spiritual Psychology: H. Ronald Hulnick, Ph.D., Mary R. Hulnick, Ph.D., February 2011.

Spirituality: What is Spirituality? Student Wellness Center, Office of Student Life.: September 2008.

Spirituality: What is Spirituality? University of Maryland Medical Center: October 2011.

What is Spirituality: The Difference between Religion and Spirituality: Reach Out: November 2009.

Spirituality and Health: What is the difference between Spirituality and Religion? By Rabbi Rami Shapiro: Issue: 2012 May-June.


The modern technology used in ionization was first invented by Michael Faraday, inventor of the dynamo and the magneto. With modern water ionization, his basic

invention was an electrolysis device. Electrolysis is the electronic separation of water into hydrogen and oxygen; a key technologi-cal foundation that permitted the invention of the alkaline water ionizer. At the time, Faraday had no clue as to the impact his discovery would later have on the modern technology of purified healthy water.

Today, alkaline water is produced by a means of introducing an electrical current into filtered tap water. This splits the water into an acid component and an alkaline component, each distrib-uted via a separate path. Varied levels of acidity and alkalinity in the waters have different purposes. The more acidic is used as a disinfectant and cleaning agent while the more alkaline is used for healthy drinking water.

Japanese scientists started studying alkaline water and its uses in 1954. By January 1966, they were using alkaline water for health improvement and medical use, as confirmed by the Health and Rehabilitation Ministry of the Japanese government. The Kangen SD501 is a registered medical device in Japan. Enagic, who manufactures this device as well as other models, brought these machines to the United States in 2003. Only a few thousand machines are placed here, while in Japan, water ionizers are the

norm — with 30 million Japanese citizens having access to ionized water via home units and free access.

As Dr. Barbara Starfield points out in the Journal of the Ameri-can Medical Association (JAMA), “Japan has the number one health care system in the world.” Now consider that the United States ranks a lowly 13 in quality of health and health care. We can only move up the health care ladder in ranking if we all start drinking healthier alkaline water!

what other doctors say about alkaline water:Dr. Hiromi Shinya, a world renowned endocrinologist who prac-tices both here in the U.S. and in Japan, says, “I have examined more than 300,000 people’s stomachs and intestines over 35 years and realize that our health depends largely on our dietary life. And from my experience, I would like to teach you healthy dietary habits to help you enjoy your life!”

“It is widely recognized in the medical profession that a healthy and clean colon is one of the most important precursors to good health and that the great majority of body ailments and diseases orig-inate in the acidic and dirty colon. Water is essential for your health. Drinking ‘good water,’ especially hard water that has much calcium and magnesium, keeps your body at an optimal alkaline pH.” He recommends alkaline-rich water (pH 8-9) because of its incompa-rable powers of hydration, detoxification and anti-oxidation.

Dr. Horst Filtzer, a vascular surgeon, who has investigated the concepts of ionized water and of alkalization of the body cells, says he is convinced that alkaline water is of absolute value to all mankind. “It is a product that should be used in all households, if at all possible, because it clearly is superior to any form of water than I have ever encountered. I can testify that there is no question that my own life has been markedly enriched by the ingestion of alkaline water.”

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Air pollution is often associated with heavily trafficked highways or industrial areas home to manufacturing plants. But air pollution can occur anywhere, including

inside your home.Though it can be easy to recognize outdoor air pollution, indoor

air pollution is not always so easily identifiable. But understand-ing indoor air pollution can help men and women, whether they live in a private home or an apartment, improve the air quality in their homes.

what causes indoor air pollution?Indoor air pollution can be the result of many things, including biological contaminants (mold and mildew), tobacco smoke, radon and household chemicals. The concentration of some pollutants can increase when the temperature indoors is high or if humidity levels indoors are high.

Poor ventilation may also contribute to poor indoor air quality. Without adequate ventilation, a home may not get enough outdoor air to dilute emissions from indoor sources. As a result, pollutants can accumulate inside a home, making the home uncomfortable and possibly putting its inhabitants’ health at risk. In addition, insufficient ventilation makes it harder for indoor pollutants to escape the home, forcing them to linger inside and negatively affect air quality. This is common during colder months when windows and doors are not open as often and fresh air from outside is not entering the home.

what are the negative health effects of indoor air pollution?Indoor air pollutants can cause immediate problems or problems down the road. The immediate effects, which can include irrita-tion of the eyes, nose and throat, as well has headaches, dizziness and fatigue, are typically short-term and can be treated, oftentimes by removing the person’s exposure to the source of the pollution. Symptoms of some diseases, including asthma, may also appear shortly after exposure.

Long-term effects of indoor air pollution may show up years after initial exposure or after prolonged exposure. Respiratory disease, cancer and even heart disease may result from prolonged

exposure or not appear until years after initial exposure. The Envi-ronmental Protection Agency notes that there remains uncer-tainty about the concentrations or length of exposure necessary to produce specific health problems. Such uncertainty could be a result of different people reacting differently when exposed to indoor air pollutants. But while that uncertainty means there’s no guarantee exposure, be it brief or prolonged, will ultimately lead to disease, there’s also no guarantee that even minimal exposure will prevent the development of disease down the road.

Can indoor air quality be improved?Homeowners and apartment dwellers can take steps to improve the quality of the air inside their homes. Eliminating the sources of the pollution or reducing its emissions is a great place to start. Those with a gas stove can adjust their stove to reduce its emis-sions, which can save money while improving air quality.

Another way to improve indoor air quality is to take steps to get more outdoor air into the home. This can be as simple as opening windows and doors and operating window or attic fans when the weather permits. In the kitchen, install fans that exhaust outdoors, which will immediately remove contaminants from the room. Each of these steps is meant to ventilate the home, and such venti-lation should be emphasized when tackling home improvement projects that increase the amount of pollutants in the home. Such projects include painting, paint stripping or sanding.

Air cleaners can also be effective at improving indoor air quality, especially those cleaners that can remove particles from the air inside the home. Gaseous pollutants may not be removed by air cleaners, so if such pollutants are a problem then an air cleaner may not be the solution.

Indoor air pollution can make a home uncomfortable and unhealthy. More information about improving air quality in a home is available at www.epa.gov.

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Calories 470Total Fat 12g

Total Carbohydrates 56gProtein 31g

nutrition Facts (per serving):Serves 4

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thin crust⅓ c. duck sauce2 TB (1 TB + 1 TB) chili garlic sauce

⅓ c. Athenos reduced-fat feta cheese

(crumbled)

16 oz. cooked, diced chicken breast

¼ c. Parkers natural chunky peanut butter

organic red pepper, very thinly sliced

white onion, very thinly slicedorganic carrots, very thinly sliced

organic broccoli, cut into small florets

cracked black pepper

Directions: 1. Cook chicken breast, set aside.

2. Combine duck sauce and 1 TB chili garlic

sauce, spread mixture onto pizza crust.

3. Cover sauce with feta cheese.

4. Place chicken back on stove, add peanut

butter and 1 TB chili garlic sauce, heat

to coat.5. Top crust with chicken.6. Slice vegetables and disperse evenly and

graciously.7. Bake at 425 degrees for 12 minutes.

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when hunger pangs arrive and you head to the kitchen to prepare a meal or a snack, it helps to have

healthy foods on hand so that you can fill up without filling out your clothes.

Sugary or fattening foods may be popular snacks, but consuming too many of these items can cause health implications, includ-ing weight gain, that could last for years. Although health experts tout certain “super foods” that are essential for the body, there are run-of-the-mill foods that are far less glamorous but pack their own healthy punch and are much more readily available.

When making your next shopping list, be sure to add these items.

• riCe: Starchy rice is a versatile food that can accompany many meals. Whether served as a side dish or on its own or with some broth in a soup, rice can help satisfy hunger and keep the stomach feeling full. Brown rice is a healthier option than processed white rice. Rice

is also gentle on the stomach for people who need to consume bland diets due to any gastrointestinal ailments. Another advantage to rice is that it stores well and will not go bad, so you can stock up.

• lOw-fAT yOGUrT: Yogurt can be enjoyed as a snack any time of the day. Rich in calcium and healthy probiot-ics, yogurt can even replace certain ingredients in recipes, including creams and sour cream. As a dessert, yogurt is a better option than more fattening puddings or ice cream. Thicker varieties of yogurt can help you feel fuller, longer.

• UNSAlTeD NUTS: An excellent protein-rich snack, nuts can be the go-to food when you need a nutritional pick-me-up. Although they tend to be high in fat, much of the fat content is unsaturated fat that is rich in omega acids necessary for cardiovascular and

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A monthly advice column for your energy system......................................................................

Everything in the universe contains energy, yet energy is something many of us don’t understand. Every month Tina Bensman, a practicing clairvoyant and energy healer, is here to answer any questions you have about your energy system. Topics may include energy anatomy, dream analysis, chakra balancing, manifestation, life patterns, etc. The ideas written here do not replace medical attention. Always listen to your body, mind and intuition when receiving advice of any kind.

Dear Tina,I have always valued r e l a t i o n s h i p s ; however, I seem to need people around me at all times. It’s difficult for me to be alone, and I recognize this as a potential issue. Is there something wrong with my energy? Why can’t I just be alone with thoughts?—Alone-a-phobic

Dear Alone-a-phobic,Well first off, there is nothing wrong with your energy; it is just not working for you the way you want it to. This issue can be addressed in many different ways.

I would start by evaluating your 4th chakra. Even without knowing much about the chakra system, you can start to check on this area yourself with a few tips. The 4th chakra is located in and around your heart and upper back. This space regulates rela-tionships, compassion, giving and receiving, connections, forgiveness and other heart-centered areas of life. Start on the physical side of your well-being. Do you have tension in your upper back or heaviness on your heart? Do you feel too open or vulnerable? If you notice anything physically in this area, then there is an imbalance here.

Next, move to the mental and emotional sides. You’ve already recognized that it is difficult to be alone and that you need people around you. Look deeper and ask yourself

why. What happens when you are alone? Are your thoughts overwhelming and do you have trouble quieting your mind? Do you feel like your emotions are out of your control? If so, then there may also be imbal-ances in your 2nd and 3rd chakras.

To reassure you, imbalances are not only common but also normal. In almost all cases, imbalances exist so that we can evaluate our lives and make changes if necessary. The fact that you recognize that your need for relationships is not working for you shows that you are ready for a change. It is your choice to shift your focus, examine the beliefs you hold about yourself and others, and decide whether to make a change or stay where you are. There is not a right or wrong choice — just a productive or unproductive one for your energy.

Tina Bensman, a Madison-based intuitive counselor and energy healer, is a lifelong student of the paranor-mal. She had her first clairvoyant vision at a young age and continues to see and hear energy. Tina is trained in clairvoyant reading and many modalities of energy healing, but through professional training she was disappointed in the methods many schools used to devalue everyone’s natural gifts. Tina started The Chakra House to teach how natural and easy it is to work with energy. She believes that everyone has natural psychic gifts and can access their abilities if they realized their potential.

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neurological health. Nuts can be sprin-kled on salads or served with cheeses to make meals more satisfying.

• CANNeD Or DrieD frUiTS: Fruits that are packed in natural fruit juices are just as healthy as fresh produce. However, they can be stored for longer periods of time without spoil-ing. Many people do not consume the recommended servings of fruit, and having canned or individually pack-aged fruit cups available makes it easy to include fruit in your diet. Fruits are full of required vitamins and are a natural fiber source to keep digestion in check. Dried fruits can be added to nuts to make a healthy trail mix. Raisins, for example, are a great source of iron, which helps the blood trans-port oxygen.

• beANS AND leGUMeS: These foods are high in protein as well as fiber, gener-ally in a low-calorie package. Beans and legumes can replace meats as a protein source in many meals when the goal is

to reduce caloric and fat intake. Beans can be used to thicken sauces or make foods more hearty, helping to stretch them further.

• VeGeTAbleS: Whether fresh or frozen, vegetables are a must-have staple. Vegetables are ripe with vita-mins and minerals, and pack a lot of punch with very low calories and fat. People need not worry about filling up on vegetables, and they’re one of the snacks that can be eaten in abundance without worry of racking up a lot of calories. Aim to have half of your plate filled with vegetables at every meal, which will keep you full.

• leAN PrOTeiN SOUrCeS: Fish, poultry and lean cuts of meat are often the basis for meals. They can be kept and enjoyed in moderation. Rich cuts of pork and beef may be flavorful, but are high in saturated fats.

• leMONS Or leMON JUiCe: Rather than seasoning foods with salt and butter, lemon juice is a tasty flavor-ing that lends itself well to many types of foods. Lemons and limes contain

limonene, furocoumarins and vitamin C, all of which help reduce your risk of cancer.

• CrANberry JUiCe: In addition to being an antioxidant, 100 percent cran-berry juice helps fight bladder infec-tions by preventing harmful bacte-ria from growing. The juice can be consumed on its own or diluted to add a splash of flavor to water.

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for the first time since I was a child, I couldn’t wait for winter and cold weather. When it finally became

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The hormone balancing creams are 100% natural, which was very important to me. They support women who are expe-riencing challenges with PMS and meno-pause. If you are experiencing bothersome symptoms, including being easily stressed, the team at Healthy Inspirations can advise you as to how the creams might be of help.

Healthy Inspirations, which opened in 2002, is primarily known for its healthy weight-loss program. At the center, you not only have the support of your lifestyle consultant, but circuit training is avail-able to all hormone clients! It is truly an

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in his book, “Crow and Weasel,” author Barry Lopez has Badger caution two young vision-questing braves, “Some-times a person needs a story more than food to stay alive.” I

would agree. Stories tell who we are and to what we aspire. They are the sacred voice of our souls. We need to hear the stories of others and learn how to tell our own. Stories are to be told, heard and honored.

Many stories are good, but what about those that are not? Stories of anger and fear, of failure, of targeting someone to be the scape-goat of our unhappiness and of our egos needing to make us bigger and better than others, do not, in the end, feel good. But, you say, many stories are about these sorts of things. Are we not to talk of the pain? Are we to tell only good and rosy fairy stories to each other? No, I am not saying we hide the pain; rather that we not let our stories end or get stuck there.

To understand this, let us look at the several layers within any story:

• lAyer #1 The telling of what happened to us and how we feel about it (e.g., a friend shouts in an argument … we feel hurt and misjudged).

• lAyer #2 What we do about it and how we feel (e.g., we shout back some very hurtful things and feel justified).

• lAyer #3 What we finally come to believe about the why of what happened and how it made us feel (e.g., we truly believe that the friend meant every word of it and hates us and is an idiot and we are never going to allow our children to play at their house again — leaving one angry and raw with a deep hurt).

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Three levels of story each in turn lead to another story that we create, perhaps about feeling alienated from life and that life sucks. Pay attention. Are your stories reinforcing a life of anger, conflict and fear? If so, do you want to live and die like this? If not, there is something you can do about it.

Begin by noticing that all of these layers of story have one thing in common: while only the original story is something that happened to you, the rest is all about your reaction, including your feelings.

I once had a wise old friend who would say to me, “Cecilia, it’s not what happens to you, but what you do about it that matters.” I would respond, “Yes, and what I do about it begins with what I think about it.” This little interchange of ours would always remind me that the “rest of the story” was in my own head. That what I chose to think could make the difference between my happiness and my pain. That whatever thought I chose would actually create my new stories.

So how does one actually come to choose a thought and alter the story to a happier one? Enter the work of Byron Katie (yes, that is her real name). Katie, as everyone calls her, uses an amazing process called The Work to help one investigate any story that

might cause pain (e.g., My husband doesn’t love me. My children hate me. I will never get a job I really like. I will never lose weight, stop drinking, be happy, have enough money, find love, etc.).

Using a Judge Your Neighbor worksheet, four simple ques-tions and a process called The Turn Around, she gently leads our thoughts/stories down another path. “The Course in Miracles” states that a miracle is a change in perception and Katie’s process brings little miracles and a happier truth into our stories.

How do you know when you have gotten to the true story? It feels good. You will have gone past the emotions that hurt. A sense of joy and relief will flow in. You will feel lighter, empowered and no longer separate from others.

Getting to this point takes honest investigation and an ability to look oneself in the eye. It requires focus, but is not impossible to do and the rewards

are great. I highly recommend it.

Cecilia Farran is owner of 43/90 North Earth Gifts in Spring Green, specializing in spiritual and emotional wellness and featuring the books of Byron Katie. For a list of titles or more information about the store, email [email protected], call 608.588.3313 or visit www.northearth.com. Learn more about Byron Katie, The Work process and Judge Your Neighbor worksheet at www.thework.com.

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Rose, a reflexology practitioner, spiritual educator and licensed teacher, has a master’s degree in educational psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master’s degree in spiritual psychology from the University of Santa Monica. While attending USM, she acquired soul-centered skills in communication arts and counseling techniques. She also trained as a reflexology practitio-ner at TIBIA School of Massage in Madison. Her interest in life-long learning, growth and healing is a natural way for her to inspire and serve as a facilitator for others to awaken, recognize and get a deeper sense of their own nature and inner wisdom.

At Budding Rose Health, Rose applies the essence of spiritual psychology, which focuses on the evolution of consciousness, or learning how to recognize and surrender our issues. As Rose explains, “Letting go of anything that disturbs one’s inner peace does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart.”

Rose specializes in women’s in-home retreats: group sessions where she provides reflexology massages, intuitive readings, guid-ance and counseling, all in the context of spiritual psychology. The retreats are individualized based upon the specific area the partici-pants wish to work on. To facilitate the best results, Rose encour-ages them to be open to new and limitless possibilities.

The world offers many places to go for healing and retreat. Working with Rose at Budding Rose Health is to work from the inside out. The process of going inside and restoring health is called “healing.” This inner work may be mental, physical, emotional and/or spiritual in nature. “When we learn to apply the principles of spiritual psychology, we begin the internal process of discovering our personal incongruities and apply ways to heal them once and for all,” she says.

Rose looks at life as a process, not an event. She facilitates as a conduit to the unique learning and growth of each individual she serves. Nurturing and tending, much like a gardener, to foster the growth of each individual, who she believes already knows what is best for them. Her role is to bring forward what is inher-ent and authentic for each person. She experiences her work as a personal and professional blessing of opportunities that contin-ually enhance her own balanced growth, intuitive nature and wisdom. Holding respect and dignity for each person’s experience, she joyfully serves to share life-changing tools and heart-centered communication skills that can transform any life, awakening people to their fullest potential!

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February 1-28 Friday, Feb. 1 • 5-9 p.m. • Opening Receptionlove is Feeling safe student art exhibit

February is teen dating Violence awareness month and this year we are partnering with daIs (domestic abuse Intervention services). We are featuring the works of madison area High school students to draw awareness to healthy dating relationships. students were asked to create works that show what their vision of healthy dat-ing relationships look like. these pieces are displayed in absolutely art and Café Zoma.

Saturdays, February 2, 9 & 23 • 9:30 a.m.Free, one-Hour informational seminar on thyroid

talks are given at the puckette Chiropractic office, which is located at 6315 Odana road, suite 101, madison. reservations are required as seating is lim-ited. 608.276.7635.

Every 1st Sunday • 6-7 p.m.introduction to reiki with susan shinn

Learn all the basic information: what it is, and is not, a brief history, how and why it works, and answers for your questions. then stay for reiki sharing and try it for yourself. Believe Gallery, 155 W. main st., stoughton, 608.873.3909. suggested donation $10.

1st and 3rd Sundays • 7:15-9 p.m.reiki sharing hosted by susan shinn

Get an energy boost from local practitioners and en-thusiasts while enjoying warmth of fellowship with like-minded people. everyone is welcome, whether you’re familiar with reiki, or just want to try it. Believe Gallery, 155 W. main st., stoughton, 608.873.3909. suggested donation $10.

Mondays • 6-7:15 p.m. & Fridays • 6:30-7:30 a.m.kundalini yoga: the yoga of awareness with amy walden

Kundalini yoga is a technology using the science of sequenced exercises to balance body systems for im-proved health, reduce stress reactions and increase awareness of your body, mind and spirit. through mindful breath and movement, combined with medi-tation and music, we work to gain awareness, flexibil-ity, strength and energy! Hand positions and mantras are used for fine tuning and focusing the practice. Work at your own pace and ability. Kundalini yoga is accessible to all and beginners are always welcome.

Fee: Various options include $30 for 30 days of Unlim-ited Class (new, local residents only), $14 drop-in, $110 10-Class pass, $200 20-Class pass. the Chakra House, 664 W. Washington ave., madison, 608.237.6128, www.thechakrahouse.com.

Tuesdays • 12-1 p.m.Gentle lunchtime yoga with stephanie shong

take an hour out of your busy day to reconnect with yourself! Come to Gentle Lunchtime Yoga to enjoy a relaxing yoga class that will help you feel grounded, balanced, refreshed and ready to take on the rest of your day. this class is a great way to de-stress, release tension, move energy and find more clarity in your mind. all levels of experience are welcome.

Fee: Various options include $30 for 30 days of Unlim-ited Class (new, local residents only), $14 drop-in, $110 10-Class pass, $200 20-Class pass. the Chakra House,

664 W. Washington ave., madison, 608.237.6128, www.thechakrahouse.com.

Tuesdays • 5-6 p.m. & Wednesdays • 10-11 a.m.yoga for every Body with mary lauten

If you think yoga is just for the young, strong and flexible, think again! the noncompetitive spirit of yoga allows each student to practice in a way that suits their own abilities and physical characteristics. this low intensity class focuses on mindfulness, breathing and proper body alignment as you are guided through poses that can be adapted for ev-ery body. release tension, increase awareness, and improve strength and flexibility. Great for beginners!


Tuesdays • 5-6 p.m. & Wednesdays 10-11 a.m.intermediate Hatha yoga with mary lauten

the intermediate class builds upon the basic yoga postures and breathing techniques to help partici-pants develop a deeper understanding of the body/mind relationship. this class is best suited to students who have a regular yoga practice or have movement experience, such as athletes and dancers.


Tuesdays and Thursdays • 7:30-8:30 a.m.morning Flow yoga with Heidi Greengus

Wake up to this flowing series of postures that in-tegrate breath, movement and music, and energize your day! move through creative vinyasa sequences designed to build your mind-body connection, physi-cal strength, flexibility, vitality and calm focus. this class includes attention to alignment woven through-out, breathwork and short mindfulness meditation.


Every 1st Wednesday • 6-9 p.m.reiki share Group

If you are reiki Level I or higher, join us the first Wednesday of every month. We'll begin with a medi-tation to leave the cares of the outside world behind, we'll share our reiki experiences and then provide each other with a reiki treatment.

Class is free. Classes are held at Loving Heart reiki, LLC, 433 Grand Canyon drive, suite 2, madison. For more information contact teresa at 608.346.3424 or visit www.lovingheartreiki.com.

Wednesdays, February 13 & 27 • 5:45 p.m.Free one-Hour informational seminar on Chronic Conditions

talks are given at the puckette Chiropractic office, which is located at 6315 Odana road, suite 101, madison. reservations are required as seating is lim-ited. 608.276.7635.

Every 3rd Sunday • 10 a.m.-12 p.m.empowerment Circle/Healings, topical Discussions, Blessings and interpersonal sharing of Gifts and talents with Dakota windancer

the intention of this gathering is to build a trusting community who stands together in support of one another’s humanity. We check in with one another with our joys, fears, victories and defeats, and stand as a united brotherhood/sisterhood in reclaiming whatever we may have lost during the weeks pre-vious, or provide support through learning how to bless ourselves as well as one another for progress made in our individual journeys of living.

We learn that asking for help is showing strength, not weakness, and then support each other in achieving our desired goals. We as a group insist on loving accountability and integrity, communicating by using the four channels of clean speech. this is to provide a safe and loving container that yields the fruit of intention and purposeful efforts. rsVp required — free will donation done in native ameri-can tradition. the right step dance studio, 1004 e. Broadway, monona, WI, 608.345.3556, [email protected], dakota Windancer, facilitator/spiritual warrior.

Every 3rd Sunday • 6-7 p.m.energy exploration with susan shinn

each month we’ll discuss and try some exercises or activities from a different topic or teacher in the world of energy work and energy healing. possible topics include chakras, labyrinths, color therapy, tap-ping, mindfulness, affirmations and thoughtforms, visualization, earthing, dousing and more. Keep your energy high by staying for reiki sharing immediately afterwards. Believe Gallery, 155 W. main st., stough-ton, 608.873.3909. suggested donation $10.

Saturdays in Marchusui and karuna reiki® — reiki for Children

reiki translates as “Universal Life-Force energy” and is an energy system that is easy to learn and use. Classes include guided meditation, instruction, prac-tice and a reiki attunement. participants will learn the history of reiki, about energy and the chakras, the hand positions, and how to do reiki on themselves and others in person or distant. as a reiki student you will learn a wonderful method for centering and relaxation that is always with you, which can be used easily at any time.

Fee: adult classes $200, children's classes $100. Classes are held at Loving Heart reiki, LLC, 433 Grand Canyon drive, suite 2, madison. For more information contact teresa at 608.346.3424 or visit www.lovingheartreiki.com.

Saturday & Sunday, Mar. 9-10 • 10 a.m.-6:00 p.m.wellife mind-Body-spirit expo

sheraton Hotel, Inspiration Ballroom, 706 John nolen dr., madison, near turville park. Free parKInG. ad-mission: $5, 20% goes locally to porchlight Homeless shelter and aGraCe HospiceCare; local nonprofits.

Our exhibit hall of rich opportunities and special features & presentations: cultural and sustainable applications of healing technologies including arts & crafts, wellness, healers, psychic and intuitive consul-tants, and workshops/seminars featuring some of the best talent, products and heart-centered services in the midwest.

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peaceful Heart strives to offer products and services that pro-mote and enhance emotional

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Blue sky strives to inspire and chal-lenge our students as they become professional massage therapists.

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Basics Cooperative is a full-service natural and organic grocery store owned by our customers and open to the public. Our goal is to provide

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Heidi’s Healing HouseHeidi KelleyVerona • [email protected]

Heidi’s Healing House’s main focus is working with the energy of her clients and their environments. she raises their vibrations to allow manifestation of abundance, joy

and love into their lives. she offers a variety of ser-vices including energy healing, soul coaching, space clearing, etc. she educates her clients on ways they can heal themselves at home. there are many articles and testimonials on her Web site/blog.“my desire is to assist individuals, to turn their lives and their homes into sanctuaries, to create sa-cred spaces and to be a blessing to others.” Once a month, she holds a meetUp Group at her Keller Williams office, “Living the Law of attraction, mind, Body & spirit.” this is a group open to the public that is bringing like-minded people together.

loving Heart reiki, llC433 Grand Canyon Drive, Suite 2, Madison608.346.3424teresa@lovingheartreiki.comwww.lovingheartreiki.com

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We provide personalized care for each of our clients with acupuncture, thera-peutic massage, energy

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shapeshifter solutions4193 Morris Park Rd., McFarland, WI [email protected]

dakota Windancer has founded, and leads self-empowerment circles throughout Wisconsin. He is an artist, poet, writer, and national award-winning flutist and dancer. dakota has been mentored by sparrow Hart, founder of Circles of air and Circles of stone, and dr. robert moore, who is a Jungian psychoanalyst, and professor of psychology and religion at Chicago theological seminary and C. G. Jung Institute in Chicago, Illinois. dakota has completed shadow Work Basic and advanced Fa-cilitation coursework along with extensive study and facilitation through wisdom through interpret-ing dreams. dakota describes himself as a modern mystic who is an avid student of Jungian psychol-ogy and well read, but the most valuable training has come from his own personal experiences, one of which lead to being healed of diabetes when conventional methods had failed to help him.

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discover what’s behind the whitedoor … the journey of awakening to the inherent

perfection of who we are. By exploring and test-ing self-imposed agendas/restrictions that limit the experience of joy and fulfillment, individuals are empowered to make choices that can trans-form their lives. whitedoor offers support through individual sessions — workshops — intuitive training — retreats — essential oils.

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