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Features in this issueAccEPtINg A HEALINg HEArt by Deborah Livingston 3

SurrENdEr by Catherine Meunier 5

cOPS, cOMPASSION, FOrgIvENESS by Pat Wictor 6

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When I was two years old, I broke my mom's pearl necklace. It was the first time my father beat my little hands purple. I begged him to stop through my terrified eyes as tears of pain rolled down my innocent face. That day I broke as well. I was the broken strand and the pearls are my life lessons. It took a life time of synchronistic events for the Universe to prepare me to find peace within my self and repair my strand. One of my sparkling lessons after self realization, that I was able to string on my strand was forgiveness.

My message is based on personal experience and I believe that the essence of life is a graceful balancing practice of polarities using the natural state we were all born with inside of us, peace. For every life challenge there is a lesson. Without darkness we wouldn't know light. For every negative there IS a positive. For every sorry there is happiness. For every hurt there is healing and for every ego there is a heart. While in the darkness of life challenges, sometimes it may seem impossible to ever see the light of hope and faith but if we embrace these moments and the emotions that accompany them instead of resisting, the sun will shine again. There is peace within us all waiting to be unveiled. The key to sending the dark clouds away that seem like the

never ending storm, ultimately unlocking the luminous infinite treasures within our soul, is to live through our hearts and not our ego. One of many treasures I was ever so blessed to discover within my self is the ability to accept. For many years, I was completely paralyzed

to the thought of accepting life on life's terms or other people for who they were. Today, after having a spiritual transformation and discovering and uncovering my heart and soul from under many layers of armor and releasing my ego from it's duty of protecting me, "letting go," I am able to accept. Acceptance doesn't mean we have to like what we are accepting, it allows us to stop resisting. Living through my ego

and fear were my enemies. Today, living through my heart and going with the flow of life instead

of trying to control it is what enables me to cultivate compassion and love and most important forgiveness. Forgiveness releases us from ourselves and others from limitations. It also enables us and those who we have forgiven to learn and grow from the lesson in the act of the forgiveness. Some of us view forgiveness as a weakness of defeat, losing, or giving in. In actuality, forgiveness is a strength. Forgiveness is to abandon from judgement and fears of others and life making space for positive attributes of peace and love.


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In my memoir Strand of Pearls, I have weaved my internal reactions to the experiences of my life's adversities, varying from abuse, loss, tragedy and addiction with the thematic flow of pearls of life lessons and challenges. The following passage from my memoir is a declaration of forgiveness to my parents. "Today Mom has labeled herself an unfit mother for allowing those beatings to happen. When I was a child, I blamed her for not saving me. I’ve assured her that I no longer blame her. Forgiveness softens us and others. Now that I am an adult, I understand the position Mom was in. I don’t even blame my dad, because he was sick and didn’t know how to recover. I forgave him and have compassion for him." Forgiving is not always an easy act to follow through with but it is a form of healing oneself and extending a hand to help others heal as

well. By forgiving my mother for circumstances out of her control it has enabled us both to heal and love. My father passed when I was 23 and it took me almost as many years to forgive him. The forgiveness of his abuse has released me from his control that he once had over me physically and for years mentally and emotionally. My body, mind and soul are now free and living in peace and love.

Deborah Livingston is the author of a just released memoir: Strand of Pearls, One Womans Journey to Light and Peace, on spiritual transformation. Deborah recounts her darkest adversities of childhood abuse, death, teenage tragedy and adult addiction. She leads the reader

from darkness and plants the seeds of light, peace and love that is born within all. Deborah is a new author joining the Hay House 2012 I Can Do It Conference and is featured in the upcoming February, 2012 issue of Heathy Living Magazine. For information or to puchase her book, visit http://authordebliv.authorsxpress.com/

SurrenderLooking for the place withinWanting so to feelNow is the time to beginTo make each moment real

By knowing you are so much moreThen what the eye can seeTime has come to exploreSit still and learn to be

Be fearless as you step outsideFrom your comport zoneGo to that place deep insideWhere you are not alone

Connect yourself with loving thoughtsTo all living thingsBehold the lessons to be taughtAccept the peace it brings

Open your heart to receive graceWhile going with the flowOnce you find that inner placeWho you are will know

That life is never endingThe I AM will always beWith love we are sendingOur sprit to be free

Surrender to the knowingJoy has always lived withinThis moment will start showingNOW is your new friend

Together through surrenderA new earth we will build As we are shown the splenderA prophecy is filled

by Catherine Meunier

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Catherine Meunier has been writing poetry for 5 years. She has been reading at poetry gatherings in the Boston area and in Southeastern Massachusetts for the last several years. She is currently working towards having her works published into book form. She lives in Rhode Island. For more information about Cathy log onto http://www.rhymeswithreason.info


I've been watching “NYPD Blue” systematically from Season 1 - I'm up to Season 9 right now. (My wife calls cop shows "soap operas for guys.") Part of what I love about the show is the character development, and the fact that all the protagonists are complex and deeply flawed. None more so than Detective Andy Sipowicz, whose struggles with alcoholism, intimacy, fatherhood, and loss make him a compelling and sympathetic anti-hero. The show constantly raises questions of forgiveness and accountability for the ways people hurt each other.

Sipowicz isn't a very nice man, but he's a good man who sometimes does bad things. We forgive him his shortcomings, in part because we understand his suffering - it's the same as ours. Compassion through identification with others is the basis for our forgiveness. The sanskrit phrase that Schopenhauer loved so much was "Tat Tvam Asi" - literally "Thou art That." John Lennon may have translated it best: "I am he as you are he as you are me and we are all together." Not just because everything we do affects one another, but because we are ALL made of the same flawed, unstable, perishable material.

I try to keep this in mind, in life and in my music. I want to invite you to

incorporate Schopenhauer and Lennon's idea as best you can: to try to understand others' fears, worries, shortcomings, insecurities - all that makes them do things that need forgiveness. That's not to give others a free pass, but so that we don't approach

tough situations with anger and resentment guiding us. Try it with your closest friends and family, and then extend it to others. As the comic strip character Pogo once said, "We have met the enemy, and he is us." If we are humble about our own shortcomings - our capacity to do harm to others - we might find a way to do what must be done, including handling life's disappointments and hurts, with forgiveness and not anger leading us.

Links:NYPD Blue, scene w/ Sipowicz and his son http://tinyurl.com/72pm3mrArthur Schopenhauer, “The Basis of Morality.” http://tinyurl.com/8yelrkhThe Beatles, “I Am the Walrus” http://tinyurl.com/7d44493Pogo: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pogo_(comic_strip)

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Putting one foot in front of the other comes easily. But, with a new focus on technique, many runners are trying to fine-tune their pace. Please allow me to share some of my own training and racing experience, and perhaps you too can follow some of these recommendation as you prepare for your own race.

As you enter the week prior to the race here are a few visualizations to help you set your plan. Running your best marathon is part art, science, guts, faith in what you can do, and a little luck. Running your best 10k is mostly about fitness. The best analogy I can think of is this: if you have trained your body properly with the right mix of aerobic level training and some up tempo stuff in recent weeks, you have built your efficient hybrid engine ready to race the marathon. Many of you have driven in a Prius and watch the subtle shifts between gas and electric on the screen. You do not perceive these shifts. Your engine runs on gas, electric, or a mix- depending on the effort.

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The glucose utilizing pathway is the gas. This is your stored glycogen and blood glucose (pasta meal and breakfast) – easy to access for ready energy. The fat utilizing pathway is the electric. In marathons you must be in hybrid until the last few miles. Hybrid is where your energy is coming from both sources.Many runners are in great “10k shape” (an all gas event), then run their marathon in the gas mode- and usually crash. Glycogen sparing strategy need not apply in races of less than an hour as long as you had a good pre-event meal to fill the tank. In marathons and ultras- top end fitness matters little and can only be applied very near the finish. Glucose gives 36 ATP per molecule, fat 460 ATP per molecule. You must tap into the fat burning tank. Now

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you know how a bird can migrate 7000 miles without an energy bar.

So how do you know you are running in your best hybrid mode?

This is difficult because the sense is not as profound as aerobic/anaerobic. A slight increase from your optimal pace will switch you from hybrid to all gas without you realizing it, and the effects are felt miles later. Charging up hills early will tap your gas quickly. If you want to speed up early . . . don’t. Relax and maintain effort, not speed.

You must rehearse a bit in training. I focus on relaxation and breathing. If I’m breathing one cycle to 5 steps, then I’m hybrid. If I’m breathing faster I’m using mostly glucose as fuel. Belly breathe– allow lower belly to blow up like a beach ball on inhalation and pull your belly button back to your spine on exhalation. Then you will fill the lower lung areas where oxygen exchange occurs. Notice the breathing efforts of those around you and many are rapid breathing- they tend to suffer somewhere past half way. Rehearse complete relaxation from the top down- eyes, jaw, shoulders, allow your legs to relax and extend behind you, relax and soften your knees and ankles. Find your own cue for this. If you use the Heart Rate Monitor in training strongly consider one during the event.

In a marathon, the last 3-4 miles you will be all gas to maintain the same speed as fatigue sets in. The breathing is usually on a 3 to 4 steps per breath cycle- that is OK. Still stay relaxed and use the cues that you have rehearsed to keep your form. Your heart rate is higher now. Speed up only when you can “smell the barn”, maybe after 20 miles.

Land softly, especially on the early downhills. I run with a forefoot/midfoot landing harnessing elastic recoil. Focus on posture and hip extension. Use a slight forward lean from the ankles. I’m never sore after marathons now and feel I can keep doing them until I enter the retirement home. I won the Air Force Marathon in 2:38 four weeks ago and feel fine now for another effort. With good form it is “No pain . . . thank you”.

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This gives you some mental refreshment after crossing the lonely bridge from 20-22 miles.• Do not over drink water. This can lead to a dangerous condition called hypontremia and severe electrolyte imbalance.

The fun of the marathon is that we are always learning and enjoying the adventure of it. I’ve done over 70 marathons now with a couple under 2:25 in my younger years (I just turned 45.) I’ve had the pleasure of running this race 20 times representing the US Air Force. My only misses were for military duties and a foot surgery many years ago. We learn from experience, taking chances, and occasional failures. My first marathon was the 1988 Marine Corps was 2:34, when I could run about 30 minutes for 10 kilometers. Twenty-three years later I hope to get near this time again and my current 10k is about 35 minutes. In the last 23 years I’ve run a marathon under 2:40 every year except for my year of medical internship when there was no time to find a race. Twenty-one of those years were under 2:35. I’ve learned a few things in 20 plus years on how to train and race efficiently and economically, but still there are uncertainties every time you line up. So relax, taper up, and seize the day.

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According to a study published by Vegetarian Times, 3.2 percent of U.S. adults or 7.3 million people follow a vegetarian-based diet. Approximately 0.5 percent or one million of those are vegans. Slightly fewer than twenty-three million people (about 10 percent of US adults) say they largely follow a vegetarian-inclined diet. The popularity of these diets may be on the rise due to celebrities eating this way like Ellen DeGeneres, Sir Paul McCartney, Russell Simmons, Bill Clinton and more.

Veganism is a few steps further than vegetarianism (some vegetarians eat dairy products, eggs and sometimes fish), and although the term was coined in 1944, the concept of eliminating all animal products can be traced back to ancient Indian and eastern Mediterranean cultures.

Vegetarianism was first mentioned by Pythagoras, around 500 BCE, the Greek philosopher and mathematician who promoted benevolence among all species, including humans. Followers of Buddhism and Hinduism are also advocates of vegetarianism, believing that humans should not inflict pain on other animals.

Is a vegan diet nutritious? Yes, following a vegan diet can be very nutritious but

definitely takes a lot of careful planning and preparation. Vegan diets include whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and beans, all of which contain no cholesterol (only found in animal products), and are rich in fiber and nutrients.Vegans get their protein from the combination of legumes including, beans, tofu, and peanuts, and grains like rice, quinoa, corn, whole wheat

breads and pastas; as well as nuts and seeds, like almonds, flax, cashews, sunflower seeds, brazil nuts and more. While vegetarians allow dairy products and sometimes eggs. Many of the foods listed above are also rich in heart healthy fats.

How do vegans get calcium? Leafy greens like broccoli, kale, collard greens, as well as tofu, sesame seeds, almonds, fortified juices and soymilk contain a significant amount of calcium. Vegetarians include calcium rich dairy products, and according to the American Heart Association, studies show that vegetarians absorb and retain more calcium from foods than non-vegetarians.

What about iron? Chickpeas, spinach, pinto beans, blackstrap molasses, and soy products contain iron (which is best paired with vitamin C rich foods for optimal absorption). Fortified foods, supplements or even nutritional yeast, provide vegans with B12, a nutrient to be aware of on a meat free diet.

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And what about omega oils we get from fish and other marine sources? Vegans and vegetarians will opt for flax, chia seeds, or even hemp to get their fill of healthy omega-3s.

Overall, a vegan or vegetarian diet can be very nutritious, but as mentioned can take a lot of planning. Another interesting fact about vegetarian diets that the American Heart Association points out is that many studies have shown that vegetarians seem to have a lower risk of obesity, coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and some forms of cancer. That being

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said, vegetarian and certainly vegan diets are not for everyone!

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Now confess: you thought magnesium was for constipation, not for your heart – right? Milk of Magnesia? Well, as The Magnesium Factor, by Seelig and Rosanoff, makes plain, magnesium actually plays a very big role in heart health. What do the authors say magnesium does for heart health? They explain in readable, layman’s terms but with careful reference to an extensive body of medical research how magnesium does the following:• Helps maintain heart rhythm and relaxes blood vessel muscles between contractions;• Facilitates turning off (and on) cholesterol production;• Contributes to the distribution of electrolytes, especially calcium, sodium, and potassium; • Helps prevent abnormal blood clotting;• Reduces adrenaline production, and hence stress;• Prompts vasodilation, which reduces blood pressure. How much magnesium do you need? Research quoted by these authors suggests that 500 mg/day of magnesium from food or supplements is a minimum requirement. Be sure to keep in mind that the balance with calcium is very important. An overload of calcium can lead to muscle cramps and stiffening of artery and heart cells. Some sources recommend a 2:1 ratio of calcium to

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magnesium; others say 1:1 is better because of the greater likelihood of magnesium deficiency in our modern diets.

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My story is very familiar to most women. Between the woven threads of self-loathing, a broken heart, multiple failed relationships and a nasty divorce, there is a piece that you may have experienced as well. Like most women, I have endured some pretty rough times. As an ugly duckling child, I found myself surrounded by viciously mean “friends” whose cruel criticisms destroyed virtually every vestige of my self-esteem. Life at home became increasingly tense eventually pushing me to a complete disconnect from my parents. I am not blaming them completely; it was my fault as well. I just couldn’t communicate with them. Later, despite having evolved into a photogenic beauty and successful model, genuine relationships eluded me and heartache and self- loathing were my frequent companions. But in my late teens I had found a coping solution . . .

Alcohol In my high school years having three Colt-45’s, a malted beer, would do the job nicely. All the pain and self- loathing would be lifted for a brief period. A braver, funnier me emerged form that light alcohol buzz. I suddenly was the life of the party. At an early age, I found my crutch that would support me for another twenty five years until it didn’t work anymore. Through those years, I continually sought validation from others, married another alcoholic and divorced him. However, I was always professionally at the top of my game and excelled at anything I attempted. It was my personal life that was a tragedy.

By my mid 40’s life seemed all but over. I was spiraling downward, hopelessly out of control. Then, a final heartbreak pushed me over the edge and I found myself looking death right in the eye. From the fires of that particular hell, my awakened consciousness, my Alpha Chick, emerged. I chose to shed my past and start living. Through a daily practice of prayer and meditation, I discovered five steps that showed me how I could transform my life. I read every book that I could get my hands on regarding personal power, self-esteem, setting goals and living with

commitment. I sometimes wonder how drastically different my life would have been if I did not become as dependent on alcohol as a teenager. What things would I have accomplished? I know I would have finished going to college. Who knows what I could have become. But I quickly pull myself back to the present moment and I realize my journey has been perfect just the way it is. It brought me to writing my book “Alpha Chick” and my mission to help other women recapture their power and live life as awakened and authentic divine beings. I am here to deliver this message of personal empowerment to as many women as I can reach. We were not put on this earth to suffer but to be happy magnificent self-loving women who bring joy to all those we share our lives with. The statistics for women that are silently suffering from a form of addiction or self-loathing are staggering.

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Focus The first step of the Alpha Chick process is to go within yourself and find the power with which you were born. It stresses the importance of a regular connection with Spirit. You focus your consciousness daily on the Divine Presence within through a spiritual practice. Take three deep cleansing breaths, relax and see yourself on the top of a magnificent staircase with ten stairs. With each step down take another deep breath and exhale slowly. When you get to the bottom step, there is a beautiful angel waiting for you with his/her hand extended to you. Enjoy this new friendship. Just relax and sit with one another, nothing needs to be spoken. Your mind will begin to slow down. In that quiet state, divine guidance emerges.

Acceptance and AttitudeTo accept disappointments, fear, and sorrows so you may free yourself from a past that no longer serves you, and to consciously change your attitude so that you may live the joyous life that is always available to you. When you accept the past, you are not judging whether it is right or wrong, you are just releasing the pain that you have been


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Thoughts Negative thinking causes your unhappiness; to put it simply, you are feeling badly because you are thinking badly. But remember, you have the power and the ability to decide how anybody or anything will affect you. Step four is an affirmative statement of our control.

We only have room for one thought at a time. Why not make it a good one. You must consciously monitor your thoughts; they are responsible for what you attract in your life.

Healing and HelpingThe only way to get to step five is to build a

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Mal Duane is a certified Personal Life Coach with more than 23 years in recovery from alcoholism, who has overcome devastating life challenges using the steps in the Alpha Chick Process. Her personal mission is to help women excel in all areas of their lives from business to personal relationships and attract that which they most desire, as she has, through a connection to the divine power within. Her book Alpha Chick, Five Steps for Moving from Pain to Power is available at www.AlphaChick.com/Amazon

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They don’t drive motorcycles or wear matching leather jackets, but they are quite a disruptive, pervasive group of characters. I doubt you’d recognize them, even if you knew all their names. But they know us. Intimately.

You see Edy’s Gang is a clan of chemicals called Endocrine Disrupting Compounds. Bisphenol A, Dioxin, Atrazine, Parabens, and Phthalates are some of its members. I am not a chemist, and have difficulty memorizing scientific names, so I like to refer to these endocrine disrupting chemicals simply as Edy’s Gang.

For decades, these twisted toxin characters lived silently among us. With each year, as we learn more about how and where these deceptive disruptors operate, they’ve become a current event hot-topic.

Most endocrine disrupting compounds are chemicals initially designed with a specific function—such as an antifungal in cosmetics, as building blocks in polycarbonate plastic, or as a plastic softener. They are commonly found in automobiles, baby care products, cleaning materials, food packaging, pesticides,

insecticides, and flame-retardants, to name a few. The problem is they do not always stay put, sometimes leaching out and ending up in our bodies. Once inside, our systems do not perceive them as wayward product ingredients, but as additional hormones

like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. They can also interfere with or block normal hormone function. Hormones behave as chemical messengers, transporting signals from

one cell to another, regulating phenomenal functions such as how our reproductive organs develop, how our bodies metabolize food, and how our pancreas reacts to sugars.

Edy’s Gang flips the traditional notion that

the “dose makes the poison,” or the greater the dose, the more toxic to the body. Even small amounts of these disruptors are dangerous to our systems. No longer should we be swayed by manufacturers who pacify fears by assuring consumers that a questionable ingredient in their product exists only in “trace amounts,” or even parts per billion. Now we know endocrine disruptors can be terribly impactful because of their small dose. Imagine your body gagging

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on an accidental swig of sour milk. You know something isn’t right with the milk, but you swallow it anyway. The message from the smell might hit your brain, your throat may tighten, and you might run to the sink to force it out. Our bodies react to trespass, sometimes violently; possibly shutting down functions or trying to purge doses of something it determines to be toxic. To protect. To survive. However, endocrine disrupting compounds do not enter the body through gulps or large doses, but subtly, as miniscule trespassers. They are able to interact inside us without sounding off alarms. The Breast Cancer Fund describes sophisticated endocrine disruptors as creating devastating effects at infinitesimally small levels of exposure, especially during early critical windows of vulnerability.

Rigorous research is needed to continue to understand how endocrine disruptors are implicated in interfering with our hormone-driven processes. We need to understand why breast development and menstruation in our daughters is occurring at a much younger age. Or how other disruptors are suspect in interfering with metabolism and contributing to obesity. How everyday endocrine disrupting compounds may interfere with the performance of certain chemotherapy agents. It is easier to place blame on singular causes — like tobacco causing lung cancer. We need to shift our thinking and understand that multiple exposures from many different types of chemicals is just as dangerous; it isn’t always the dose that makes the poison. It’s possible to change our thinking.

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Toss the plastic water bottle habit and replace with stainless steel reusable containers.

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If microwaving, use microwave safe dishes, not plastics.

You smell wonderful. Skip colognes and perfumes. Or use ones created from essential oils.

Catch yourself when just idling the car, and turn it off.

Teach everyone you cohabitate with why you are making these changes and share the responsibility.

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Kristi Marsh is the author of Little Changes: Tales of a Reluctant Home Eco-Momics Pioneer, a swirling lollipop of lessons about the products we smother on our skin, foods we devour, and surroundings in which we immerse ourselves. Kristi also is a past Healthy Living Magazine’s Champion of Health Award winner. For more information or to purchase her book, visit www.ChooseWiser.com.


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The only way to safely lose weight and lower negative health risk factors associated with being overweight or obese is to consume fewer calories than you burn and engage in aerobic exercise for 300 minutes per week at a moderate to intense pace. Consume an abundance of low sugar, low starch, fresh fruits and vegetables.

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Serve caldo verde with homemade croutons

Ingredients

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Besides being delicious and versatile, virtually all types of beans are nutrient powerhouses. Darker-colored beans are richest in heart-healthy, cancer-protective antioxidants, but all beans are beneficial to those looking to improve the nutrient density of their meals; rich in protein (about 7 to 15g), folic acid, magnesium, and protective phytochemicals. Most beans are also high in both soluble and insoluble fiber, and slowly digested carbohydrates, with a gentler, even beneficial, effect on blood-sugar.

Beans are especially filling and satisfying, even though they're fairly low in calories, (100 to 125 calories per half-cup serving). Hearty and toothsome, beans closely match meat's nutrition and flavor profile, without the accompanying dose of saturated fat, and for a fraction of the price. Cooking dried beans from scratch gives you the firmest texture and best flavor, and it's easy to do with a little advance planning. But there's no denying that canned beans are wonderfully convenient (compare soaking, cooking, and seasoning beans to buying precooked canned beans), and you're more likely to eat beans regularly if there are canned beans in your cupboard – but read those ingredient labels carefully as some of the canned varieties may add extra, unnecessary ingredients like salt, and even in some instances pork fat and always look for BPA free cans!

VARIETIES

Kidney Beans are large; almost 3/4 inch, have a

definitive kidney shape and are nearly

maroon in color. These are the beans to use in chili because they're hearty, and take well to

spices. Cooking time: 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Light Red Kidney Beans are similar to their darker relative and are the bean for the Southern dish, red beans and rice. Cooking time: 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Pinto (Pink) is the staple of Mexican cooking, and is a pinkish-mauve color that turns brownish when cooked. Some variations are mottled. Pintos look like brown medium ovals. Pintos are favored for whole or refried beans in burritos and tacos. Cooking times vary from 1 to 2 hours depending on size.

Special note on refried beans or frijoles refritos: Refried beans begin with onions and garlic sautéed in lard or oil, to which spoonfuls of cooked pinto beans are added, mashed, and cooked until they are thicker than mashed potatoes. Sometimes a little broth or water is added. The intriguing thing is that they are not re-fried at all. One theory for this misnomer is that in Mexican Spanish, "re" is a way to emphasize doneness, such as these beans are well-done or cooked thoroughly. They are not, however, fried two times.

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Cranberry or Roman Beans are a favorite in Italian recipes. These medium mottled tan and red beans are oval in shape, take to spices well, and are very tender with modest cooking time 45 to 60 minutes.

Garbanzo or Chickpeas, popular in Middle East cuisine, are the basis for hummus, the bean spread spiked with garlic and olive oil. They're an imperfect round beige color and give both a nut-like flavor and firm texture. Use whole in soups or salads or grind up cooked beans for hummus or for frying for falafel balls. Modest cooking time of 30 minutes to 1 hour. Skins should be discarded because they're difficult to digest.

Black-eyed Peas are the ones to bring luck into your life on New Year's Day as the Southern custom asserts. These beans are white with black dots and have a light very smooth texture. Cooking time: 30 to 60 minutes.

Black or Turtle Beans are medium sized black oval beans, that are popular in Caribbean cooking and adapt well to South and Central American dishes for which a heartier, earthier, smoother bean is desired. Cooking time: 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Navy Beans are not navy blue as one would expect, but small white ovals that add a mild flavor to soups and salads and can be used in

baked beans. They belong to the haricot bean (white bean) family, and cook in 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Great Northern Beans are another relative of the haricot bean (white bean) family but larger than navy beans yet offer a similar mild white bean taste that is great in soups and stews and in the classic French dish, cassoulet. Cooking time: 45 to 60 minutes.

Limas are plump, slightly curved beans that are pale colored and come in two sizes: small baby lima and white with a creamy smooth texture or slightly larger butter beans that are pale green to white. Both are delicious alone or added to soups or casseroles. Cooking time: 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

HOW TO CHOOSE

Dried beans should look even in color, shape and size. It's important to rinse them before soaking to determine if there are any stray pebbles or dirt that escaped the package. Beans that look wrinkled or misshapen should be avoided. Soak dry beans according to directions, usually several hours to overnight, and cook completely from 1/2 to 2 hours. Salt after cooking to avoid toughening. Once cooked, they can be stored in the refrigerator for several


Beans are (from left to right, top to bottom): red lentils, black beans, pinto beans, French green

lentils, split peas, navy beans, garbanzo beans, mung beans, and green lentils.

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days and added to salads, rice, pasta, or stews as desired.

Canned Beans can have a tremendous amount of sodium, from 140 to 500 mg for a half-cup serving, rinse canned beans thoroughly with cold water before using them to eliminate extra (but not all) of the sodium. In addition to high quantities of added salt, even low salt versions may contain additives or preservatives-

InstructionsPreheat the oven to 450° F.The first step and most important steps are to drain and then dry the chickpeas. I place them in a salad spinner and then roll them in a clean kitchen towel to get rid of as much liquid as possible. Put the chick peas in a zip lock bag and add the olive oil, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper and black pepper. Shake the chick peas gently until they are coated evenly in the spices and oil. Next pour the contents onto a sheet pan and sprinkle on the kosher salt evenly and bake for 45 minutes turning occasionally and until they are crispy. Remove the chick peas from the oven and serve in a small dish.

Ingredients2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, drained2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil1 tsp paprika2 tsp ground cumin¼ tsp cayenne pepper½ tsp fresh ground black pepper½ tsp kosher salt

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read labels, all that is necessary to preserve cooked beans in cans are the beans, water, and salt.

Beans are good for your digestive system and cardiovascular system as well as overall health, SupermarketGuru suggests you go out and try a new type of bean!

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When I mention to people that I am a Laughter Yoga Leader they give me a funny look and a chuckle. “What is Laughter Yoga?” they automatically ask. I explain that it’s a style of yoga that incorporates deep diaphragmatic breathing (pranayama) with laughter exercises. I go on to say that instead of it being considered a mind-body technique; it is actually a body-mind technique. The basic premise behind Laughter Yoga (Hasya Yoga) is that one can fake laughter and still gain the health benefits as if one was actually laughing. Experts have proven that our body does not recognize the difference between pretend laughter from the authentic one. Our body only knows to respond to the movements and gestures of laughter and innately produces a cascade of healing and “feel good” anti-stress hormones. Therefore, the slogan of “Fake it ‘til you make it” has become a popular mantra of Laughter Yoga.

In 1995, Dr Madam Kataria developed Laughter Yoga in Mumbai, India. He was inspired by the research done by Dr. Lee Berk that had proven that laughter does have many health benefits. Another inspiration was Norman Cousin’s use of humor to cure himself of his debilitating and crippling disease.

The many health benefits of laughter are being taken seriously by many experts. The following are some of the mental/emotional, as well as physical conditions that benefited from regular doses of hearty laughter: high blood pressure, diabetes, pain, cancer, low self esteem,

depression, stress, dementia, fatigue, stroke, obesity, etc. Ongoing researches in this field are currently being done all over the world. Recently in the U.S, Dr Andrew Weil, Director of Integrative Medicine at University of Arizona and leading author

of health and healing books, had recommended Laughter Yoga and had stated that he will be doing his own research to learn more about the benefits of Laughter Yoga.

There are over 5,000 laughter clubs all over the world. It’s

so contagious that it is sweeping the nation. Laughter is a universal language that breaks so many barriers. Last December, I did a workshop for a large group of 50 Chinese seniors in Quincy. We only needed a translator for approximately one fourth of the time because they eventually knew to follow my lead. These fun loving seniors and I had a great time.

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A newbie can expect the following in a Laughter Yoga session. He or she can expect a trained and certified leader, an open space and a group of willing (and sometimes perplexed) individuals who have come to experience this unique program.

the 5 basic steps to this class are:• Warm-up, clapping, and chanting of “HO HO HA HA HA!”

• Deep breathing exercises

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The month of February brings the celebration of Valentines Day. Let’s face it; this has always been a chick holiday! Unfortunately, the main focus of the holiday has always been “romantic love.” As women, many of us have used the day as a misguided barometer to measure the amount of love in our lives. Therefore, we tend to add a lot of pressure to our emotional state concerning our romantic attachments or non attachment. For those women who have a date for this holiday, the risk of disappointment can be even greater when high expectations of long stemmed red roses, sappy sentimental cards, or romantic elegant dinners are often not met. Whether you are 16, or 66, the holiday can leave many women feeling disappointed, alone or unloved. What is love? Well, the dictionary uses simple words to describe love, such as devotion, respect, caring, and affection. Interestingly, a healthy loving relationship does not have to be romantic love. There are many ways to fill your life and your heart with love. Are you looking for love in all the wrong places? Look no further, in the words of the 90’s rock band Tesla, “love is all around you, love is knocking outside your door.” So you question, where can I find all this love . . . I’m glad you asked. There are lots of opportunities of where, who, and how you can discover or create fulfilling love relationships in your life. 1. Family: It doesn’t matter if your family consists of siblings, one parent, or a crazy aunt; they are your family and your history. They have been there from the beginning. While some of us are blessed with a natural

closeness to our family members, others may have an urge to run for the hills to avoid family functions. Nevertheless, our families are a starting point for lessons on love and

relationships, focusing on acceptance. 2. Elderly: We all know someone who is older and perhaps lives alone, or in a nursing home. In today’s busy world our elders are often over looked. It is such a pleasure to spend time with them and enjoy their slower calmer pace. They are a wealth of knowledge, and stories. We sometimes forget that they have experienced many of the things we are going through and have wonderful words of wisdom to give us. They offer us love in the form of their friendship and gratitude for a little company over a cup of tea. 3. Children: When was the last time you ran barefoot through the grass, caught fire flies, or had a bubble gum blowing contest? Well, if you can’t remember, then it is time you made a play date with your favorite little person. Children are always good for a laugh and more importantly they help you to reawaken your child within. They give us simply, the love of life. 4. Animals: Only our pets can offer us unconditional love that is not attached to buying the latest and greatest play station game, or making the worlds best dinner. All that our four legged friends request from us is to love them in return. Amazingly, a belly rub and a walk together will give you a lifetime of their undying devotion. They teach us the true meaning of unconditional and loyal love. 5. Friends: It is our friends that know us better than we know ourselves. They know

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Making a DifferenceAt the Magical Moon Foundation they "Nurture and Empower children with cancer." When children come to the Magical Moon Foundation, they’re knighted into a fellowship of brave young knights. They soon join their friends in a united mission to build a healthy Earth Kingdom where children won’t get cancer. It is the mission of The Magical Moon Foundation to support children and families faced with cancer. While there are many wonderful organizations that support cancer research, the MMF is unique in being a non-profit organization that focuses on empowering children to use their inner strengths to manifest miracles in their lives. The magic behind the Magical Moon begins by encouraging children to find the warrior within. Rather than kids fighting cancer, they become brave young Knights turning their struggles into motivation. Each child becomes part of a fellowship of Rainbow Warriors with a united mission to change the world in honor of their cancer. They’re “knighted” in a circle of knights and forge unbreakable bonds with other children in the same battle. Throughout their journey, our children grow stronger and more centered, and they build lasting legacies through their courage and resilience. At the Magical Moon, we feel honored to be in the presence of these young Light Beings who are changing the world and us.

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when to comfort us, encourage us, and even when to tell us when we are wrong. A true friend will offer her advice, but not be upset if we decide not to follow it. Friends are the family we choose. They demonstrate their love through their understanding and support. 6. Charity: Reaching out to others in need is a true act of love. Helping those less fortunate than yourself brings an instant awareness of your own life’s blessings. If you give of yourself, do it with sincerity, not guilt or ego. Giving your time and energy to a cause you believe in creates a self worth within your heart that has nothing to do with romance and everything to do with humanity and compassion. 7. Angels: That’s right, I believe in angels. I have found that those who also believe in these spiritual beings can feel their love and guidance. When times are difficult, everyone could use a little help from a special someone. Read and study about angels and try to connect with your own. They offer us love through spiritual strength.


8. SELF: It maybe time you rediscover yourself. Soul search and reconnect with your desires, needs, and dreams. Be adventurous and try a new class, sport, or hobby. Allow your self the nurturing and healing touch of a massage, manicure, or reiki session. Give yourself the gift of quiet time to meditate, read, or take a walk. Learn to enjoy your own company and you will never feel alone. Be your own best friend. This will bring you the greatest love of all…yourself! This Valentines Day, I wish you a heart and life full of love.

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Heart health has been on my mind quite a bit this past year. I had a close family member diagnosed with two complex, co-occurring heart conditions that for many months confounded even the brilliant and curious team of doctors at MA General Hospital. These conditions were causing inflammation and hardening of the heart and eventually led to a wonderfully successful surgery that has been life-changing for the recipient. The reward for participating in this year long journey is an awesome appreciation for my own ticker and a strong desire to take on a more vigorous role in its care and wellbeing. The guiding principles that evolved are a combination of my personal experience in conjunction with my work as a mind-body nutrition coach. Our heart, along with our arteries, veins, and blood, makes up our cardiovascular system. The heart pumps oxygenated blood from our lungs to the rest of our body. Then it pumps our oxygen-depleted blood back through our body to oxygenate and continue the flow. If fatty deposits build up in our arteries restricting blood flow, (atherosclerosis), we are at greater risk of heart disease. Atherosclerosis can be of concern elsewhere in the body too. Wherever there is restricted blood flow, tissue damage can occur. For years, high cholesterol was considered the largest life-style risk for these fatty deposits.

Today there is a growing awareness around the different types of cholesterol.· Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is the cholesterol that oxidizes and is believed to cause much of the damage in our cardio system· High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is the cholesterol that is believed to protect against heart disease

High blood pressure can also lead to damage inside the arteries. Here are some things to consider if you are inquisitive about lifestyle modifications for heart health.A. Eat more antioxidant

rich foods; extra virgin olive oil, soy oil, peanuts, brazil nuts, strawberries, apples, oranges, sweet potatoes, broccoli, kale, barley, brown rice, oatmeal, wheat germ, sunflower seeds.

B. Eat more whole foods that are high in fiber (fiber helps to move food and waste through our system); beans, lentils, split peas, rolled oats (instant is not as high in fiber), fruit, ground flaxseed. C. Eat more unsaturated fats; extra virgin olive oil, evening primrose oil, nuts and seeds, flaxseed oil. Keep in mind that the American Medical Association, American Heart Association, and the Food and Drug Administration all recommend low to no intake of trans fats.


Make a Healthy Heartby Andrea S. Cohen


The beautiful supported fish pose, literally expands the heart muscle, making it such an incredible stretch physically, but also consider the energetic effects of moving through your life leading with a beautiful shining and healthy open heart . . .

Yoga Pose of the MonthMatsyansana - Fish Pose

. . . extend the spine over a comfortable pillow allow the arms to drape out to the sides and legs to sink into the floor, spine and neck beautifully stretching and aligning in absolute supported bliss.

D. Stress less; daily relaxation techniques can help decrease the formation of free radicals (not as cool as they sound!). Free radicals can cause more LDL cholesterol oxygenation.

E. Move your body; exercise helps you to maintain a body weight that supports your best health, can be a great stress release, and lowers blood pressure levels. Be sure to check your blood pressure on BOTH arms. If one reading is significantly higher than the other this can indicate a blockage and give you vital information. Be aware of your LDL cholesterol, most doctors recommend to keep it under 100. If you are pre-diabetic, you are at high risk for heart disease. Avoiding foods with added sugars and enjoying more proteins and whole grains can help to stabilize your

blood sugar. In summary, eat more healthy fats, whole grains, and high fiber foods; this will help keep the cholesterol in your intestinal system and out of your blood stream. Break a sweat! If you do not have an exercise routine, twenty minutes a day is a splendid start. And always remember, although we give love from our hearts, we must also give love to our hearts. The benefits are life-changing.

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Stop. Breathe. Reflect. Choose. There are many ways to deal with stress. Generally speaking, the first step to making any type of change is having awareness. If you notice that you are stressed, the first place to focus on are your thoughts. If you can learn to master your thoughts, you will master your stress. There are many strategies for dealing with stressful thoughts.

Here are a few: One strategy is to write down all of your thoughts in a period of three to five minutes. Sometimes our thoughts spiral out of control because we are not really examining them, but moreso reacting to them. As you write down all of your thoughts, you may start to notice certain patterns emerging. For instance, you might notice that you are writing a great deal about your fears. If so, the next step is to ask yourself, what is the real possibility of something like that happening? See if there are other issues going on within you that are causing you to fear. The simple act of writing about them can help abate some of the emotions.

You may notice that a certain image keeps popping into your mind. think about the image and write about it, write about the emotions that you associate with the image(s). See if those emotions are familiar to you. Ask yourself if the emotions you are feeling are similar to other emotions you've had. Is this part of a larger pattern? In some

cases, speaking to a trained professional or clinical hypnotherapist can be helpful. A cognitive approach that may be helpful when dealing with stress is called "Stop, Breathe, Reflect, Choose." In this technique the moment you find yourself getting very upset thinking

about your stressor, think to yourself "Stop", then take a deep breath in. The deep breath in triggers the body's relaxation response. then "reflect" and ask yourself what is the most positive thought you can have out of all the possibilities, and finally "choose" the thought that creates the least amount of stress.

Remember, you are creating your own stress through the thoughts and imagery you are projecting. The latest brain research shows that the same brain centers light up whether you are imagining something or if it is really happening.When you visualize your stressor, your body acts as if it is actually happening and your will get stressed in that moment.

With that in mind, it is important to train your mind to focus on positive images so that you can help your body stay calm, centered and relaxed.

Robert Lawrence Friedman is the author of the book “How to Relax in 60Seconds or Less” and “The Healing Power of the Drum – A PsychotherapistExplores the Healing Power of Rhythm,” which investigates the use of rhythm as a stress reliever.

Write down all of your thoughts in a period of three to five minutes.


This post originally appeared on the American Express OPEN Forum, where Mashable regularly contributes articles about leveraging social media and technology in small business.

An entrepreneur’s life can be a real roller coaster. Having started a few businesses in my career, I thought it would be useful to highlight some of the hard-won experience I’ve learned throughout the process — the kind of advice I wish I’d known when I started my first, or even second, business.

1. Don’t Underestimate a Business Plan If you’re not seeking outside funding at the start, it’s tempting to forgo writing out a formal business plan. However, taking the time to write out your business plan, forecasts and marketing strategy is a particularly effective way to hone your vision. All planning should center around two essential questions: How is my business serving a particular need or pain point, and does this represent a major market opportunity?

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MILtON, MAFriday Once a MonthRESTORATIVE YOGA - renewing restoring the body mind and bathing it in loving-kindness meditation. Other classes and workshops. Fern Ross Israel, MA LMHC Helping individuals navigate difficulty with skillful means, wider perspectives and equanimity. 617.696.1665 [email protected] www.heartcenteredhealing.org

NOrtH ANdOvEr, MAOngoing thursday nights-Twin Hearts and Full Moon Meditations. 7 pm MCKS Pranic Healing. Miriam G. Smith 978.683.6129 www.PranicHealingNE.com [email protected]

NOrtH ANdOvEr, MAAlternate thursday nights- Pathwork Lecture Discussion Group – 8:15 pm following meditation MCKS Pranic HealingMiriam G. Smith 978.683.6129 www.PranicHealingNE.com

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SAgAMOrEthird thursday Each Month - 5:30pmPEACE ohm MIND. Empowering young people with the power of their own energy is wonderful. Learning to trust and understand your personal life force energy is empowering. I’ll be demonstrating techniques that help to reduce stress and build self reliance and trust. We will explore dowsing, Reiki, Sound Healing, Soul Language, & Meditation.112 State Road Rt 3A, Sagamore Beach, MA $10.00

SAgAMOrEtuesdays 8a.m, Wednesday’s 5:30p.m, thursdays 12 Noon. Inner Circle Hypnosis. Learn techniques of self hypnosis. Achieve a deeper level of meditation. Each session’s focus is on specific healing. Develop a profound mind- body connection to empower you to create healthier habits. Regain a deeper connection with the people in your life. Reignite intimacy with your partner. Attract wealth and success. PEACE ohm MIND 112 State Rd. Sagamore Beach. 508.833.2429

kINgStONFebruary 17th Friday 7-9pm Private readings. Psychic Medium. Receive healing assistance through greater insight into yourself and your life. Connect with loved ones from the higher side of life and gain healing through the knowledge that we continue after the change called death. $30/30 mins.Call Nora at 508-280-1523 [email protected] www.newdayhealing.com

WOburN, MAtuesdays at 7PM, starting MArcH 6th 4-week course “Women Empowered for Total Wellness: Accessing Your Personal Power to Create the Life You Most Deeply Desire” with Kim D’Eramo, D.O. 781-489-3422 www.YouAttractWellness.com

WELLESLEy, MAthursdays at noon, starting MArcH 8th4-week course “Women Empowered for Total Wellness: Accessing Your Personal Power to Create the Life You Most Deeply Desire” with Kim D’Eramo, D.O. 781-489-3422 www.YouAttractWellness.com

kINgStONFebruary 17th Friday — 9 – 11 AMKaiZen Computer Training Digital Photo Workshop Organize, edit, format, compress, send, and print your photos efficiently and effectively! COST: $40 68 Evergreen Street, #6, Kingston, MACall: 781-585-1619 [email protected] www.kaizencomputing.com

brIdgEWAtEr, MAFebruary 18th Saturday — 11-1 p.m.Interested in eating organic, but think it’s too expensive? Come to Bridgewater State University library and listen to author, national speaker, and founder of Choose Wiser Kristi Marsh talk about eating organic with a budget friendly attitude. The event is free and open to the public. For current workshop updates go to www.choosewiser.com FOxbOrO, MAFebruary 18th Saturday — 3 - 5 pmMonthly Women’s Circle with Ruth Gopen. As women, we tend to put everyone else’s needs and goals before our own. With special monthly topics pertinent to ALL women, we use group discussion, guided meditation, writing and art to help each other discover our True and Strong Authentic Selves! 3rd Sat. each month. $28. The Healing Moon Wellness Center / 34 School St Foxboro www.thehealingmoon.com 508-543-5522


kINgStONFebruary 21 tuesday— 6 – 8 PMKaiZen Computer Training QuickBooks WorkshopCPA Alison Edmands from WayPoint Accounting will help you to navigate around and utilize the tools more effectively. cost: $4068 Evergreen Street, #6, Kingston, MACall: 781-585-1619 [email protected] www.kaizencomputing.com

quINcyFebruary 22nd Wednesday — 7-9 pmCards and Cocktails with Ronnie Shaffer at The Common Market in Quincy. The readings are $20 for 10 minutes, reservations suggested.97 Willard Street Quincy 617-773-9532

NOrWELLFebruary 23rd thursday 7:15-9:15pmMediumship Circle with RonnieShaffer. An Evening filled with Spirit connection and Skills and Tools for your Practice. All levels are welcome. ANGELS OF LIGHT HEALING CENTER IN NORWELL, MA or Call 781-857-2353 for more information.

WHItMAN, MAFebruary 23rd thursday —Standing Strong is a program for self-defense taught age-appropriate by Lee-Ann Trigler. Standing Strong has been taught to businesses and Adult Education Programs along with a regular workshop at The Hanson Holistic Center. 6-8:30pm $35. Call 781.447.3815 to register. Held at the Whitman Wellness Center. 7 Marble Street, #B12 Whitmanwww.whitmanwellnesscenter.com

FOxbOrO, MAFebruary 24th Friday — 6:30-8 pmHow Old is Your Soul Workshop with Trish Matthies. Are you an old soul…or young soul?...come find out! Learn about the 5 Ages of souls and the 7 different stages of each age; soul families; and twin souls. Gain a deeper understanding of why people have certain tendencies and actions. Based on book “Messages from Michael”. $30. The Healing Moon Wellness Center, 34 School St Foxboro www.thehealingmoon.com 508.543.5522

ScItuAtEFebruary 24 Friday — 7-9 p.m.At Footprints Holistic, Scituate. Join us as we welcome Cathi Burke, Who will attune to the energies of Majesta, Illumina, Trinlar, Stillaire, Linar, Jazielle, Faeylore and Shashille on this incredible Journey of Healing, movement and light, followed by channeled messages for all. $25.00 Call Cathi at 781-871-1740 to reserve your space. Limited to 10 participants. www.footprintsholistic.com

ScItuAtEthe first Friday of each month 7pmAt Footprints Holistic, Scituate. Join us for Meditation.This Group is for beginners or the seasoned in Meditation. We typically do a relaxation meditation and a guided meditation. Suggested donation $10.00. Call Ann Finnie for details and to rsvp 781-545-2663

HINgHAM, MAFebruary 24th,25th & 26th Friday - Sunday 25 Hour Breath Intensive with Ed Harrold Dancing Crow Yoga Fay Sutherland 98 Derby Street, Suite 440. Behind Crate & Barrel. 781.836.5150 www.dancingcrowyoga.com

NOrWELL, MAFebruary 25th & 26th Saturday & Sunday —Magnified Healing Certification w/Cristina Burke, Master Teacher/Healer from 10-5 p.m. This is an incredible Healing Modality working with the energies of Kuan Yin, and the Violet Flame. A wonderful addition to all Healing Modalities. $265.00 Certificate upon completion 617-957-1783 www.divinetouchreiki.vp.com

bOStON February 25 Saturday 12 - 2pm.Please come and join me, Deborah Livingston, at my very first and exciting book signing for my memoir Strand of Pearls~One Woman’s Journey to Light and Peace, In Strand of Pearls, I invite the reader into the most painful, raw moments of my past so that the light of the present might shine brighter—as an invitation to others to embrace hope, faith, and gratitude in their lives. I will be at the 62nd Annual New England Home Show at the Seaport World Trade Center. I will be at the Healthy Living Magazine exhibit table for a book signing

kINgStONFebruary 29th Wednesday —7-9pm. Help Yourself – Learn about your energetic self and your ability to change your life and manifest your desires. Learn how to change the patterns in your life and create movement toward your goals. Healing meditation included. Limited to 15 participants. Free. Donations welcomed. Call Nora (508) 280-1523. [email protected] www.newdayhealing.com

February 29th-April 25th, Wednesday— 7-8pm. 8 Week Teleconference Your Heart’s Desire Coaching Workshop. Instructions for Creating the Life You Really Want, based on the work of Sonia Choquette. Learn 8 powerful principles that build upon each other every week to help you harness the energy of the Law of Creativity and Manifestation. You can create 2012 to be the best year of your life! Weekly email support available for further growth and understanding. Cost:

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NOrtH WEyMOutHMarch 31st SaturdayReiki Level III/Reiki Master. You will review the Level II symbols, learn the last symbol for spiritual healing and highest vibration for the Reiki Master, learn how to pass attunements, how to attune and make Reiki water and how to set up a Reiki business. $295.00 51 Broad Reach, North Weymouth, MA 02191 Maureen Spencer, RN, M.Ed. 781 864-2130 www.reikicertification.com Time: 10am - 5pm

WEyMOutHMarch 1st - April 26th thursday’s 3:30-4:30pm - Your Hearts Desire - 8 week mentoring workshop. Learn Law of Creativity and Manifestation principles, Based on the work of Sonia Choquette. Facilitated by Debbie Toomey RN, Six Sensory Teacher, trained by Sonia Choquette. Cost $160.00 but value is priceless! Debbie 617 653-2561 [email protected]. $20 discount if you and a friend decide to join. Weymouth Health Care Center, 64 Performance Drive, Weymouth, MA

PEMbrOkEMarch 1st thursday 6:30-7:30pmRunner’s Workshop. Help prevent Lower Extremity Injuries. IT Band syndrome, Patellofemoral pain, Achilles tendonitis, muscle pulls, hip pain. This workshop is free but with limited space preregistration required! 31 Schoosett Street Pembroke MA. Contact Tim Kaufman DPT 508-746-6922www.longpondpt.com

FOxbOrO, MAMarch 3th Saturday — 2 - 4pmAbundance Crystal Grid Workshop with Trish Matthies. Open to receiving Abundance in every form. This grid helps you release negative blocks around prosperity; opens you to gratitude and worthiness; & offers the flow of abundance. Focusing on your Sacral Chakra to help you manifest your emotions and desires. Cost: $38. The Healing Moon Wellness Center 34 School St Foxboro 508-543-5522www.thehealingmoon.com

AbINgtONMarch 5th Monday- 7 - 8:15 p.mMEDITATION & RELAXATION with Ronnie Shaffer. Discover techniques to relax and reduce stress and tension in your life, especially during 2012 with Ronnie Shaffer 500 Groveland Street - Abington, MA. Cost: $10.00 Any questions: [email protected] or call 781-857-2353.

StOugHtON, MAMonday March 5 — 6:30pmJoin us in creating Vision Boards under the guidance of Janet Fontana RN,MA to help manifest your goals (either one or several).Cost: $45 Contact: www.janetfontana.comor [email protected] or 781-775-6183

quINcyWednesday, March 7th 7-9 pmCards and Cocktails with Ronnie Shaffer at The Common Market in Quincy. The readings are $20 for 10 minutes, reservations suggested.97 Willard Street Quincy 617-773-9532

SAgAMOrE bEAcHMarch 8 & 22 thursday 6:30 – 8 p.m.Hypnotic Book Club. You Can Change your Life - Louise Hay. The Hypnotic Book Club focuses on the principles and instrumental steps to practice from some best sellers. Two sessions a month to discuss the principles and enjoy a hypnosis session to instill into our subconscious mind the fundamental steps to naturally adapt to change. COST: $60. PEACE ohm MIND 112 State Road, Sagamore Beach, MA 508-833-2429 www.PEACEohmMIND.com

kINgStONMarch 9th Friday 1–3pmKaiZen Open House! Come in to meet the instructors, see the training center, and find out more about KaiZen’s computer training workshops! 68 Evergreen Street, #6, Kingston, 781-585-1619 or Email: [email protected] MILtON, MAMarch 9th FrIdAy — 7pm - 9pm. Restorative yoga. Rest restore and renew your body mind continum in supported resting positions; coupled with metta ( or Loving Kindness) meditation. The Class is designed to physiologically induce relaxation and attune the participant to a higher frequency of love and compassion. No experience in yoga is needed. Call Fern Israel at 617 696-1665 or [email protected] to register Cost is $30 for the 2hr. class. www.heartcenteredhealing.net


WEStWOOdMarch 10th Saturday— 7pm - 9pm. A Talk on the meaning of Spiritual Growth and Healing with Ed Williamson. Come join Ed for an evening of exploration, realization and healing. Learn practices that will help us turn inward toward self discovery and healing. At The Center at Westwoods, 590 Gay Street, Westwood. 508.543.5522 $20:00 Register [email protected] www.edsteachings.com

NOrtH WEyMOutHMarch 18th SundayReiki Level II Certification. You will learn three of the four Reiki symbols - one for Physical healing and movement of energy, one for emotional clearing and one for mental healing from afar (“absentia healing”).$200.00 51 Broad Reach, North Weymouth, MA 02191 Maureen Spencer, RN, M.Ed. 781 864-2130 www.reikicertification.com

brIdgEWAtEr, MAMarch 15th thursday — Clearing Karma using Angels (IET Karma Clearing Process) with Rachelle Croteau; Clear Unwanted reoccurring patterns in your life with the angels help. Leave this class with some techniques to support this process. 6:30pm - 8pm 508 697 2334 [email protected] $25. 1355 Pleasant St. Bridgewater www.upliftingconnections.com

FOxbOrO, MAMarch 16th Friday — What’s Your Soul’s Role Workshop with Trish Matthies. Are you a King?... or Servant? Come find out your soul’s role, you may be surprised at what you discover! Learn about the 7 Roles of souls and the positive and negative traits of each role. You will never look at people the same again! Based on book “Messages from Michael”. $30. The Healing Moon Wellness Center / 34 School St Foxboro www.thehealingmoon.com 508.543.5522

kINgStON, MAMarch 16th Friday — 7pm - 9pmPrivate readings. Psychic Medium. Receive healing assistance through greater insight into yourself and your life. Connect with loved ones from the higher side of life and gain healing through the knowledge that we continue after the change called death. $30/30 mins. Call Nora at (508) 280-1523 to book your appointment. www.newdayhealing.com, [email protected]

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cArvErMarch 18th Sunday - 9:30 - 6:00pmDiscover Your Inner You - Come & discover your inner you, release the past, sever cords, release karma, ignite love & the new radiant you, manifest your desires & more. $189. Call Jodi, Blue Angel Healing - 781-964-6606 www.blueangelhealing.webs.com

FOxbOrO, MAMarch 18th Sunday — 2 -6 pmNine Essential Herbs with Sha Staford The Loonwitch. Cull down your herb cabinet to just nine essential herbs for your everyday life for cooking, healing and magic. Discover ancient and modern wisdom, folk lore, and recipes for a delicious, healthy and charmed life. Sample snacks, make healing products and create a little magick too! COST: $60 The Healing Moon Wellness Center / 34 School St Foxboro www.thehealingmoon.com 508.543.5522

NOrWELL, MAWednesdays March 21st - May 9th 8 Week Soul Journey into Miracles 7-9:30 at Angels of LIght, 320 Washington St. Norwell with Rev. Cathi Burke, Soul Coach. Join me for 8 Powerful Weeks as you connect with your true “Soul Mission” and Miracles in your life. For all details go to www.angeloflightministry.com 781-871-1740

WHItMAN, MAMarch 24th Saturday — 1 - 2:30pmMark Mincolla Presents: Streamlining your Journey to a Healthy Lifestyle! Mark will Talk About: Finding a Simple Path to Wellness; Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually. We are told so many different venues for living a healthy lifestyle...finding our path to wellness should not be so complicated and so expensive. Yet in the world of marketing we are drawn away from our inner knowing and into the world of expansive knowledge and marketing and it is not always what we need on an individual basis. Held at the Whitman Wellness Center. 7 Marble Street, #B12 Whitman, MA Cost $35. Log onto www.myhealthylivingmag,com to register or call Candita at 781-834-2728


WEyMOutH, MAMarch 24th Saturday — 3pm-6pmReflexology Learn this ancient healing technique! How does the feet relate to the rest of the body? How can you make the entire body relax by rubbing the feet? Come learn how. Class is hands on. Manual will be provided for more practice at home. BellasBodyworks Cost $75. Call Caryn 781-974 -5748

HINgHAM, MAMarch 24th Saturday — Natasha Rizopoulos Dancing Crow Yoga Fay Sutherland 98 Derby Street, Suite 440. Hingham. Behind Crate & Barrel. 781-836-5150 www.dancingcrowyoga.com

NOrWELL Saturday March 24th - Wellness/Psychic Fair 11am-5pm. at Angels of Light 320 Washington Street, Norwell, MA, a day filled with gifted healers and readers, Holistic Health Demo’s FREE guided Mediation at 11:00 w/Cathi Burke, Aura Photo’s, Food and more! $20.00 sessions. www.angeloflightministry.com

MArSHFIELdMarch 25th Sunday — 1:30 - 3:30pmGOLF & YOGA . . . enhance your game with incredible techniques from a yoga practice designed to help your swing, putting, concentration and patience. Emma Boyle Yoga Teacher & Owner. DragonFly Yoga Studio. 781.696.1266 [email protected] www.emmasdragonflyyogastudio.com

cArvErMarch 25th Sunday - 6:00 -10:00pmReiki I Cert. Usui Tradition. Become a Reiki Practitioner, Learn how to apply Reiki, It’s history, chakras, the aura & more. Manual & Certificate included. $150 Contact Jodi, Blue Angel Healing - 781-964-6606 www.blueangelhealing.webs.com

kINgStONMarch 28th Wednesday — 7pm - 9pmHelp Yourself – Free Workshop. Learn about your energetic self and your ability to create your dreams. We will discuss ways to change the patterns in your life and create movement toward your goals. Each workshop ends with a healing meditation. Each month will be a different topic and offer different options. Please call to reserve a spot 508-280-1523. www.newdayhealing.com, [email protected]

SAgAMOrE bEAcHApril 12 & 27 Habits Highly Effective People - S. Covey. Hypnotic Book Club. You Can Change your Life - Louise Hay. The Hypnotic Book Club focuses on the principles and instrumental steps to practice from some best sellers. Two sessions a month to discuss the principles and enjoy a hypnosis session to instill into our subconscious mind the fundamental steps to naturally adapt to change. COST: $60PEACE ohm MIND 112 State Road, Sagamore Beach, MA 508-833-2429 www.PEACEohmMIND.com

NOrWELLSaturday April 15th 1:30-4:00 p.mMother Earth’s Crystal Treasures with Specialist “Sage” Crystal Singer at Angels of Light 320 Washington St. Norwell. Sage mines her own Crystals and will be sharing her knowledge about how to work with, clear, program and use these special gems in your life. For more info www.angeloflightministry.com

bOStON, MA APrIL 28th Saturday — 10 am - 5 pmA Day with Dr. Brian Weiss and John Holland.Learn How to Release All Your Anxieties and Fears By Unlocking the Doors to Your Past! Connect with Your Loved Ones on the Other Side! John Holland’s unique down- to-earth and uplifting approach helps you to explore the fascinating subject of spiritual mediumship. Dr. Brian Weiss astonished the world of psychiatry with the theories of past-life regression therapy. Back Bay Events Center – John Hancock Hall 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA. Cost By 2/28 $89 after $138 Call Candita Mamet 781-834-2728 www.myhealthylivingmag.com

brIdgEWAtEr, MAApril 29 th Sunday — 1-5pmIET for kids ( Connecting with Angels for kids ) Ages 8 -12 with Rachelle Croteau, Kids will learn how to ask the angels for help by making a heartlink connection, Make pendulums, discovering the power of +/- thoughts. learn to clear negative energy and receive a basic IET attunement. 508-697-2334 [email protected] 1355 Pleasant St. Bridgewater www.upliftingconnections.com

cArvEr, MAApril 29th, May 6th Sunday - 10 - 6 pmReiki Master Teacher Certification - Usui Tradition.This is the final stage in Reiki Training, passing down the knowledge of Master/Teacher to the student. Manual & Cert. Included. $350 Contact Jodi, Blue Angel Healing781-964-6606 www.blueangelhealing.webs.com


SAgAMOrE bEAcHMay 10 & 24 Soul Coaching – Denise Linn. Hypnotic Book Club. You Can Change your Life - Louise Hay. The Hypnotic Book Club focuses on the principles and instrumental steps to practice from some best sellers. Two sessions a month to discuss the principles and enjoy a hypnosis session to instill into our subconscious mind the fundamental steps to naturally adapt to change. COST: $60. PEACE ohm MIND 112 State Road, Sagamore Beach, MA 508-833-2429 www.PEACEohmMIND.com

NOrWELL, MAMay 19 th Saturday - 6-8pmGifted Intuitive/Medium Roland Comtois. At Angels of Light, 320 Washington St. Norwell, MA. Join Roland for this powerful evening event, as he brings his mediumship skills and gifts to all who attend. www.angeloflightministry.com

NOrWELL, MAMay 26th Saturday-crystal bowl Event 1-3 p.m. At Angels of Light, 320 Washington St. Norwell with Steve Coburn, who will be presenting a “Spring Time” Healing event with the Power of the Crystal Bowls. For more info go to www.angeloflightministry.com

MArSHFIELd, MA June 18th - August 24th — Ten week Kids Day Camp program throughout the summer. Tumblefun Gymnastics 1849 Ocean St Marshfield, MA 781-837-9895www.Tumblefungymnastics.com

SAgAMOrE, MA HEALtH & WELLNESS cO-OP SPAcE High traffic medical/professional business complex in Sagamore. Full, part-time, hourly space. Private treatment space (200sq) and/or use of a great room (550sq.) for groups or workshops. Interested professionals in Physical Therapy, Polarity, Holotropic breathwork, Reflexology, Acupressure, Massage, Acupuncture, Reiki, Yoga, Naturopathic Medicine, Aromatherapy, Hypnotherapy, Sound Healing, Drumming could take part in this opportunity. Trish Rosa 508.889.1344 [email protected] Pg. 21

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ANIMAL WELLNESSHealthy Animal, A Health Food Store for pets offering customer support - guidance. Flower essence consultation by Diane Dewberry. 808 Washington Street, Pembroke 781.826.9760 www.thehealthyanimal.com Pg. 36

ANIMAL HEALtHPawsitively Natural, A natural pet food store providing quality dry, canned and raw frozen foods. Homeopathics, natural flea & tick , vitamins. Now Offering Delivery Call 781.837.0850. 10 Marshfield Ave., Humarock www.pawsitivelynatural.net No display Ad

ANtI-AgINg Protandim Life Vantage Independent Distributor www.myyoungercells.com [email protected] 781.964.4613 Pg. 12

bErEAvEMENt Namaste counseling LLc Nancy Partridge. Energy & Spiritual Psychology, Loss & Life Transitions, Bereavement [email protected] Pg. 4

buSINESS SErvIcESLiz theresa: Web Design, Internet Marketing, & Social Media. Training, Tutorials and MORE! CALL ME! 781.81.MSLIZ www.LizTheresa.com Tweet@LizTheresa Pg. 48

bOdyWOrk bellas bodyworks. Caryn Bellew LMT & RMT. 1362 Washington St. (Rte 53) Weymouth MA. 781.974.5748 [email protected] Pg. 20

bOdyWOrk bodyworks Healing centre. Kim Purdy. Classical Homeopathic medicine, Shiatsu, Acupressure and more. 29 Cottage Avenue Quincy, MA 617.479.1030 www.bodyworkshealingcentre.com No display Ad

bOOkkEEPINg Pat Masters taxLady EA, Inc. Tax prep and book keeping services. 42 Mattakeesett Street Pembroke. 781.293.1040 www.TaxLadyEA.com Pg. 47

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denette Family chiropractic Gentle, specific chiropractic care for the whole family. 728 Washington Street, South Easton, MA 508.230.5056 [email protected] www.denettefamilychiropractic.com Pg. 10

cELEbrAtION OF LIFE SErvIcESdiane M. colligan L.P.N, L.M.t., Human or pet, who ever has passed and you want to remember their love and life with a celebration. 781 834.4347 2016 Ocean St., Marshfield, MAwww.celebratemehome.us.com No display Ad

cOLON HydrOtHErAPy cornerstone therapeutics for Women. Colon Hydrotherapy and Massage Therapy in a relaxing, professional atmosphere. Lila Reader, 43 Hatherly Road, Rockland781.775.7352 [email protected] Pg. 16

cOMPutEr trAININg kaizen Practical, affordable computer training for YOU! 68 Evergreen Street #6 Kingston 781.585.1619. At our center or your home/ office. [email protected] Pg. 46

cOAcHINg casey kerr Find your roar - Your Business is a Direct Extension of YOU – How are your Emotional Blocks sabotaging your business? FREE Energy Diagnostic Session. [email protected] 781.261.9695 www.findyourROAR.com No display Ad

cOAcHINg Empowerment and Recovery CoachingHelping women discover their true voice and magnificence. Mal duane CPC, CRC508-416-1800. Best Selling Author of Alpha [email protected]/alphachick Pg.

cONSuLtINgMonique Morimoto, MS, CPCC. Principal. SoulWorks Coaching® & Diamond Horse Coaching [email protected] or [email protected] 617-328-7113 www.soulworkscoaching.com or www.diamondhorsecoaching.com No display Ad

cOuNSELINg INdIvIduAL & FAMILy PSycHOtHErAPy Therapeutic sessions include expressive art activities to support self actualization . . . it’s not all talk . . . candita Mamet MSW. 781.834.2728 Pg. 4


cryStALS, gEM StONES & HEALINg JEWELEry Heart of destiny’s Wings. Offering: Reiki, Polarity, Angel Card Readings and more. 629 State Road (Route 3A)Plymouth. 774.773.9556 [email protected] www.heartofdestinyswings.com No display Ad

cyMAtrON FAcILItAtOrEllen gill RYT, Yoga teacher, Reiki Master, Cymatron Facilitator, Ear Coning, Thai Yoga bodywork. [email protected] 617.877.2305 Braintree Pg. 22

dAy SPA Voted “Best DAY SPA on South Shore” Spa-tique day Spa owner Darcey L. Eldridge [email protected] www.spatique.biz 781.837.1850 No display Ad

EFt PrActItIONErbeth O’connor . Your subconscious mind is running your life and I can help you to find what is unconsciously holding you back !!!! Emotional Intelligence Coach, NGH Certified Hypnotist, EFT Practitioner. 781.258.5750 [email protected] www.bethoconnor.com No display Ad

ENErgy MEdIcINE Namaste counseling LLc Nancy Partridge Energy & Spiritual Psychology, loss & life transitions, bereavement 781 258 1083 [email protected] Pg. 4

ENErgy tHErAPyFootprints Holistic A Center for Health and Healing, offering reiki, reflexology, crystal healing, hot stone reiki, classes and more. Gift Certificates also available. Call 781.545.2663. 56 Common Street, Scituate. www.footprintsholistic.com No display Ad

ENErgy trAININg rachelle croteau IET Training. Reiki 1, 2 and 3 Classes, Nursing CEUs Available. Call for Upcoming Classes. Locations on South Shore. 774.240.5839 [email protected] Pg. 36

EMOtIONAL INtELLIgENcE cOAcHbeth O’connor . Your subconscious mind is running your life and I can help you to find what is unconsciously holding you back !!!! Emotional Intelligence Coach, NGH Certified Hypnotist, EFT Practitioner. 781.258.5750 [email protected] www.bethoconnor.com No display Ad

EMdrrenew yourself Studio. Fern Ross Israel, MA, LMHC. Offering Yoga, Breathwork, EMDR and more. 617.696.1665 [email protected] www.heartcenteredhealing.org Pg. 22

FItNESS tNt Fitclub - Boot Camp Training, One on One Training, Run Club, Nutrition and Wellness Coaching. All fitness levels. Indoor/Outdoor programs. Quincy • Braintree • N. Weymouth. 617.759.2159 [email protected] www.tntfitclub.com Pg. 27

FItNESSbog Ice Skating. Learn to Skate Programs 188 Summer Street Kingston Joan V. Bunnell www.bogiceskating.com 781.834.0947 Pg. 22

grAPHIc dESIgN SErvIcES For Professional, Artistic and Creative. virginia Just – Art Director for Healthy Living Magazine. Books, Magazines & Newsletters, Brochure Design, CDs and DVDs. 781.767.4080 www.NotJUSTGraphicDesign.com Pg. 49

gyMNAStIcS tumbleFun gymnastics. Building skills and Confidence for a lifetime of Success. 1849 Ocean Street Marshfield MA 781.837.9895 www.tumblefungymnastics.com Pg. 10, 32

HAIr cArE NAturAL Hair consultants – Plus, Beauty Spa. No harsh chemicals, Organic Hair Color Line & Products, 100% Organic & Vegan, Great For Clients with Asthma, Skin Sensitivity, Allergies. Pembroke, 781.826.7595 www.HairConsultantsPlus.com Pg. 20

HANdS ON HEALINgNora Helbich of New Day Hypnosis & Healing. Hypnosis, Hands-on Healing, Reconnective Healing, Theta Healing 283 Main Street, Kingston, MA 508.280.1523 www.newdayhealing.com Pg. 16

HEALINg cENtEr Hope Floats educational center and retreat for people facing life struggles, seeking spiritual growth. 4 Elm Street, Kingston. 781.936.8068 www.hopefloatswellness.com Pg. 11

HEALtH ANd WELLNESS INFLuENcErS deb brothers-klezmer BSN; RN-BC; CRRN; NCTMB. Board Certified in Pain Management & Rehabilitation. Offering: Pain Management, Lifestyle Medicine, Craniosacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage. [email protected] 781.775.6183 Pg. 43


HyPNOSIS beth O’connor . Your subconscious mind is running your life and I can help you to find what is unconsciously holding you back !!!! Emotional Intelligence Coach, NGH Certified Hypnotist, EFT Practitioner. 781.258.5750 [email protected] www.bethoconnor.com No display Ad

INtEgrAtIvE HOLIStIc PrActItIONEr Heart Light therapies-barbara barker. Massage, Reiki, Energy Work, IET, Essential Oils 781.585.6292 [email protected] Pg. 14

kArAtEWhidden’s School of Fitness. Karate For Kids Adults and Teens, Wrestling, Taiji, Qigong, Yoga. 822 Webster St.Marshfield, MA (781) 834-7722 www.whiddenschool.com Pg 43

LAbyrINtHSimply Soothing Sanctuary. Offfering: yoga, reiki, meditation, kriya massage, shiatsu massage, spirit song circles, spiritual cinema circle, labyrinth walks and more. 84 Summer St., Kingston MA 781-582 3912 617-962-9775 [email protected] www.simplysoothingsanctuary.com Pg 14 LEAdErSHIPMonique Morimoto, MS, CPCC. Principal. SoulWorks Coaching® & Diamond Horse Coaching [email protected] or [email protected] 617-328-7113 www.soulworkscoaching.com or www.diamondhorsecoaching.com No display Ad

MASSAgE Lauren’s Massage - Lauren turner, LcMt 144 Washington Street, Norwell, MA 781.878.6002 [email protected] www.laurens-wellness.com Pg. 10

MASSAgE/ENErgy tHErAPISt diane M. colligan L.P.N, L.M.T., Offering: therapeutic massage, Canine Massage, Rieki, IET, hot stone massage, and Ionic detoxifying foot baths. 781 834-4347, 2016 Ocean St., Marshfield, MA 02050 [email protected] No display Ad

MASSAgE Simply Soothing Sanctuary. Offfering: yoga, reiki, meditation, kriya massage, shiatsu massage, spirit song circles, spiritual cinema circle, labyrinth walks and more. 84 Summer St., Kingston MA 781-582 3912 617-962-9775 [email protected] www.simplysoothingsanctuary.com Pg. 14

HEALINg ANd INtuItIvE cENtEr the Angels of Light A Sanctuary for Angels,Healing & Soul Growth. Rev. Cathi Burke & Cristina Burke, Intuitives/Healers/Spiritual Teachers 320 Washington Street, Norwell, 781.871.1740 www.angeloflightministry.com No display Ad

HOLIStIc cENtEr Sally Hamer founder of My Private Practice Holistic Center offers many forms of alternative therapies 508.291.4832 W. Wareham www.myprivatepracticeholistics.com Pg. 22

HOLIStIc HEALINg cENtErthe Healing Moon Wellness center Offering Massage, Reiki, Crystal Healing, Mediumship, Readings, and Gifts. Workshops: Yoga, New Age, Women’s Groups, Healing, and Meditation, Qigong The Healing Moon Wellness Center 34 School Street, Foxboro 508-543-5522 www.thehealingmoon.com Pg. 21, 38

HOLIStIc HEALtH cOuNSELOr/cOAcHkaren boyle causative Healing. Find the real meaning behind your illness. Understand the mind-body connection and how the five aspects of health; physical, emotional, nutrition, your environment and spirituality are the way to optimal health. 781.964.3738 [email protected] Pg. 14

HOLIStIc WELLNESS & INtuItIvE HEALINg cENtEr blue Angel Healing & Wellness center – Rev. Jodi St.Onge RMT. KP. SMT. Offering: Reiki, Reiki Training, Crystal Therapy, Shamballa Healing, Yoga, Massage. 40 N. Main St. Carver 781.964.6606 Pg. 12

HyPNOSIS trAININgPat MacIsaac. Learn to HYPNOTIZE Yourself and Others. Fully Accredited Hands-On Training, Texts and Material Included, Certification On Graduation. 781.749.9050 [email protected] www.sshc.net Pg. 1

HyPNOSIS Nora Helbich of New day Hypnosis & Healing. Hypnosis, Hands-on Healing, Reconnective Healing, Theta Healing 283 Main Street, Kingston, MA 508.280.1523 www.newdayhealing.com Pg. 16

HyPNOSIS trish rosa Clinical Hypnotherapist. Change your mind, Change your life. The choice is your’s & it’s simple. 508.889.1344 www.peaceohmmind.com


MASSAgE tHErAPydriftway Muscular therapy, Dan Bates.Offering; Swedish/relaxation massage, Deep Tissue massage, Sports massage, Pregnancy massage, Trigger point Therapy, Myofascial Technique, Neuromuscular Therapy, Hot Stone massage, Reiki 7 New Driftway , Suite 5, Scituate, MA 02066 781.545.1616info@driftwaymusculartherapy.comwww.DriftwayMuscularTherapy.com Pg. 30

MEdIuM Nancy Smith, intuitive reader, medium, spirit artist. Bringing through loved ones, Angles, guides and teachers from the other side. 978.835.0005 www. angelscapes.net Pg. 22

MINd-bOdy NutrItION Full circle Food coaching. You want to LOVE your relationship with food, right? Full Circle Food Coaching offers you a heart-centered path of support and inquiry. A kind New Year’s Resolution to yourself!” 3 Essex Green Drive Peabody, MA (telecoaching available) 781.913.2825 Andrea Cohen, M.Ed. www.fullcirclefoodcoaching.com No display Ad

OStEOPAtHIc MEdIcINE dr. kimberly d’Eramo Aligning you with the highest level of vitality and wellbeing. Wellesley Sports Medicine 180 Linden Street Wellesley www.wellesleysportsmedicine.com 781.489.3422 Pg. 43

PErSONAL trAININgAt the body Studio with donna Ann trask ACE, certified personal trainer. Call now and schedule your free fitness assessment! 104 Tremont Street, Unit 2, Duxbury, MA [email protected] 781.831.8791 www.bodystudioduxbury.com Pg. 12

PHOtOgrAPHy Agnes kane Photography. Capturing Priceless Moments for a Lifetime of Memories! Whatever your photographic needs may be, from portraits of your children, family, high school seniors to a wedding or special event, you can put your confidence in Agnes Kane Photography! 781.837.9195 [email protected] www.agneskane.com No display Ad

PHySIcAL tHErAPyLong Pond Physical therapy. Expert treatment for orthopedic problems including back and neck pain, tendinitis and bursitis, strains and sprains, pre and post surgical care, sports injuries, arthritis and more. Call for your free consultation. Andy Burke 508-746-6922 at 110 Long Pond Rd. Plymouth or Tim Kaufman 781-924-5289 at 31 Schoosett Street. Pembroke. www.longpondpt.com Pg. 12

PrANIc HEALINg Miriam g. Smith. Balances physical, emotional, mental, & spiritual energy with no-touch healing of acute or chronic illness, stress, or pain. Individual/classes/distance. 978.683.6129 www.PranicHealingNE.com [email protected] Pg. 11

PubLIc rELAtIONS candita’s Production Studio. I will assess the publicity needs of your business and offer a clear plan for achieving those goals. 781.834.2728 No display Ad

rEFLExOLOgyFootprints Holistic A Center for Health and Healing, offering reiki, reflexology, crystal healing, hot stone reiki, classes and more. Gift Certificates also available. Call 781.545.2663. 56 Common Street, Scituate www.footprintsholistic.com

rEIkI trEAtMENtFootprints Holistic A Center for Health and Healing, offering reiki, reflexology, crystal healing, hot stone reiki, classes and more. Gift Certificates also available. Call 781.545.2663. 56 Common Street, Scituate www.footprintsholistic.com No display Ad

rEIkI cErtIFIcAtION With Maureen Spencer, RN. Location: North Weymouth. Contact Maureen at 781-864-2130 or www.reikicertification.com No display Ad

rEIkI trAININg - SESSIONS- EducAtIONHeart of reiki 2048 Washington Street, Hanover, MA (Jacob’s House). Professional Reiki consulting, public events and demonstrations. Reiki Training & Private Sessions Available. [email protected]://twitter.com/HeartofReiki 781-308-6512www.facebook.com/HeartofReikiwww.HeartofReiki.com Pg.10

SHAMANISM Namaste counseling LLc Nancy Fay Partridge Energy & Spiritual Psychology [email protected] Pg. 4


SPIrItuAL cOuNSELINg Footprints Holistic A Center for Health and Healing, offering reiki, reflexology, crystal healing, hot stone reiki, classes and more. Gift Certificates also available. Call 781.545.2663. 56 Common Street, Scituate www.footprintsholistic.com No display Ad

SPIrItuALItyMonique Morimoto, MS, CPCC. Principal. SoulWorks Coaching® & Diamond Horse Coaching [email protected] or [email protected] 617-328-7113 www.soulworkscoaching.com or www.diamondhorsecoaching.com No display Ad

SPIrIt SONg cIrcLESSimply Soothing Sanctuary. Offfering: yoga, reiki, meditation, kriya massage, shiatsu massage, spirit song circles, spiritual cinema circle, labyrinth walks and more. 84 Summer St., Kingston MA 781-582 3912 617-962-9775 [email protected] www.simplysoothingsanctuary.com Pg. 14

tAx PrEPArAtION Pat Masters taxLady EA, Inc. Tax prep & book keeping services. 42 Mattakeesett Street Pembroke. 781.293.1040 www.TaxLadyEA.com Pg. 47

tHEtA HEALINgNora Helbich of New day Hypnosis & Healing. Hypnosis, Hands-on Healing, Reconnective Healing, Theta Healing 283 Main Street, Kingston, MA 508.280.1523 www.newdayhealing.com Pg. 16

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driftway Muscular therapy 7 New Driftway, Suite 5, Scituate, MA 781.545.1616 [email protected] www.DriftwayMuscularTherapy.com Pg. 30

vEtErINAry ALtErNAtIvES kingston Animal Hospital Acupuncture & other natural & holistic treatments to promote wellness and longevity. Mark Russo, Kingston 781.585.6525 www.HealthyVeterinaryAlternatives.com Pg. 36

vItAMINS Nutraceutical Contact Al Bozza Certified Nutraceutical Consultant and Lifestyle Coach. 774.571.5170 [email protected]

vOLuNtEEr OPPOrtuNItIESFor terminally ill patients and their families with care Alternatives Hospice/South Shore Volunteer Coordinator/Kelly Tammaro for Reiki, Pet Therapy, Music, Massage, Reflexology and more. Contact [email protected] [email protected] Pg. 10

WEIgHt LOSSthe body Studio with donna Ann trask ACE, Certified Personal Trainer. CALL NOW AND SCHEDULE YOUR FREE FITNESS ASSESSMENT! 104 Tremont Street, Unit 2, Duxbury, MA [email protected] 781.831.8791 www.bodystudioduxbury.com Pg. 12

WrEStLINgWhidden’s School of Fitness. Karate For Kids Adults and Teens, Wrestling, Taiji, Qigong, Yoga. 822 Webster St.Marshfield, MA (781) 834-7722 www.whiddenschool.com PG 43

yOgA dragonFly yoga Studio Emma Boyle Yoga Teacher & Owner. Freight House, 844 Webster Street, Marshfield [email protected] 781.696.1266 www.emmasdragonflyyogastudio.com Pg. 42, 43

yOgA Art and Soul Space Darlene Bradlee,B.F.A., E-RYT. 11 Hollett Street, Scituate, MAwww.artandsoulspace.com 781.545.0340 No display Ad

yOgAdancing crow yoga Fay Sutherland 98 Derby Street, Suite 440. Behind Crate & Barrel. www.dancingcrowyoga.com 781.836.5150 Pg. 18

yOgA renew yourself Studio. Fern Ross Israel, MA, LMHC. Offering Yoga, Breathwork, EMDR and more. 617.696.1665 [email protected] www.heartcenteredhealing.org Pg. 20

yOgA cErtIFIcAtION Finding Inner Peace yoga School. The “How To Start A Yoga School” Kit. A Turn-Key Business. No franchise. You own your training. You earn the income! Maureen Spencer, RN 781.864.2130 [email protected] No display Ad

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