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23 eXPloring our creative side EngaginginCommunityArts BringsUnexpectedRewards by Judith Fertig
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The best way to predict the future is to create it.~Peter Drucker
Our imaginationhas the ability to expandourvision and explore realms beyond time and
space,wherenoonehasgonebefore.Likewise,itisakeyattributeincreatingalifewelovetolive.Youcanchangeyourrealitybygrabbingholdoflifeandfindingthatplaceinyourhearttodreamagain.
Weknowthatfearisoneofthegreatestenemiesofanopenandcreativemind,sodonothidefromyour true nature, but allow the development ofcourage, creativity and love to become the lightguidingyouractionsanddreams.Yourfutureyouisdependingonyou.
Whatwouldyouchoosetodowithyourlifeandenergyifyouknewthatitwouldsucceed?Whatwouldyoudoifyoufeltsecureenoughtoallowyourselfthefreetimetoliveyourpassion?Youcanjumpstartyourlifethroughself-creation;yourfutureiswhateveryoudecideitisgoingtobe.However,weavinganewtapestrythattransformsyourlifemayrequireyoutomakeadecisivebreakwithroutinetofindyourinnerselfandyourspirit.
For opportunities to act on your creative interests, read our main feature,“Exploring Our Creative Side, Engaging in CommunityArts Brings UnexpectedRewards.”Groupparticipationintheartsisbeneficialonmanylevelsandpositivelyaffectsyourimmunesystem,too.
InourInspirationdepartment,inhonorofWorldPeaceDay,September21,readabouthowpainterFranckdeLasMercedes,ofNewYorkCity,carrieshismessageofpeace,alongwithmorethan100schoolsacrossthenation,throughaunique,serendipitous,formofart.
Earlyhabitsofsaving,spendingwithinourmeansandgivingservetoensureafinanciallysecurefuture.Read“MakingAllowance:LearningtoManageMoneyataYoungAge,”inourHealthyKidsdepartment,tofindtipsthatencourageyourchild’sentrepreneurialspirittothinkofcreativewaystoearnandmanagemoney.
Itisreallyimportanttometobeapartofsomethingbiggerthanmyself.IfeelsoblessedtobesocreativewithmyNatural Awakeningsfamily.Withaheartfeltintent,wehelpguideotherstoahealthier,morebalancedlife.IloveandfeelsopassionateaboutmyworkthatIhavenoplanstoeverretire.
Ourimaginationandcreativityexpandsthewayweseeourselvesandourenvironment.Throughharmoniousdevelopmentofourmindandheart,weallhavethepowertogivebirthtonewworlds.Theworldisinneedofvisionaries,andwithoutasenseofvisionandimagination,therecanbenopeacefulpresent.
Dreamon…andallowyourmagictoemerge.
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BWnewsbriefs Feel the Effects of LightweavingKenjiKumara,creatorofQuantumLightweaving,
returns toTucson fromSeptember9 to16 foraseries of events.Two workshops will be presentedonSeptember9and10 to introduce theQuantumFieldandtheDirectWaveExperience.WhileintheQuantum,participantswillbeabletotransmutetheirdeepest pattern, their saddest day, sleepless nightsorothercoreissuesintograce,freedom,healthandwisdom.
AMasterSeriesLevel1intensivewillbeheldfromSeptember14to16,atKenyanRanch,inTumacacori,Arizona.Thosestudentswilllearnhowtodohands-onminitreatments,withafocusonre-birthing,soulembodiment, cleansing of karma and old mentalhabits,andtheapplicationofquantum“downloads”or“uploads”intothebrainandnervoussystem.
For more information, call Marcey DiCaro at 520-490-4149, email [email protected] or visit QuantumLightweaving.com.
Curious Dog at The LoftAtTheLoftCinema,seasonfourofNationalTheatre
LivebeginswithThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,at12p.m.,September30.BasedonMarkHaddon’sbest-selling,award-winningnovel,thisstoryhasbeenbeautifullyandimaginativelyadaptedintoastageplayforthefirsttime.
Individual screening admission: $15 general; $10 Loft members. Location 3233 E. Speedway Blvd. For more information, call 520-795-0844 or visit LoftCinema.org.See ad on page 25.
Kenji Kumara
6 Tucson
Rebuilding the Foundations of Health with Nutrition Itdoestakemoretimetopreparereal,
livefoodthanopeningacanormixingup a box of something. But eating livefood, closest to its source of growing,specifically organic, local, seasonalproduceisourbestbetforgettingallthenutrientsweneedtobehealthy.
Beginning September 9, WellnessFirst!kicks off their new program of Rebuilding theFoundationsofHealth.Dayonecomprisesacomprehensive,six-hourworkshopthathelpseachpersonkick-starttheirnewlife.Dr.DeeAnnSaber,ND,willdiscussthesciencebehindfoodandgutfunction;rawfoodeducatorArleneSiegelwillteachaboutlivefood;andJoePinella,anindependenthealth,wellnessandfitnessprofessional,willofferhiswisdomaboutfitnessinsideandout.
The series includes vision/goal setting, live food demonstrations, fitnessdemonstrationswithmovement,ashoppingdayandthesciencebehindfood.Weekly1.5-hoursupportmeetingsincludeongoingeducation,aswellasworkingwithparticipantsindividuallytoassistinensuringtheirsuccessinmeetinggoals.Ongoingsupportcontinuesforthreemonths,climaxinginahugegalatocelebrateeachperson’ssuccess.
Cost is $600, including three months of support and classes ($550 if paid in full in advance). Location: 3861 First. Ave. Preregistration is encouraged by contacting Arlene Siegel at 520-318-1478 or [email protected]. Payment plans available.
More about Dr. Saber at 3861WellnessFirst.com; Arlene Siegel at RawKitchen.co and Joe Pinella at QigongHealingInstitute.com. See ad on page 5.
Dr. DeeAnn Saber, ND
Creativity is a natural extension of our enthusiasm.
~Earl Nightingale
8 Tucson
Desert Rose Homeopathics & Herbals Has MovedDesert Rose Homeopathics
& He rba l s , t he l a r ge s thomeopathic store in Tucson,recently moved to 3065 NorthCampbellAvenue.TheyhadbeenintheirpreviouslocationonFt.LowellRoadsince1996andwelcomethiswonderfulnewexpansionofspacewithgreatenthusiasm.
Their new location is next toNativeSEEDSearchonthewestsideof CampbellAvenue, between Ft.LowellandGlenn.Thereisplentyoffreeparkingavailable.Outsidetheirfront door is a coveredpatiowithplentyofshadyseating,surroundedbybeautifultreesandplants.
At Desert Rose, you willdiscover hundreds of differenthomeopathic remedies from lowtohighpotencies, includingmanythat are hard to find elsewhere.The store also carries many well-known brands of homeopathiccombination remedies.You willfind professional-grade qualityvitaminsandsupplementsatDesertRose, and the essential oils andflower essences they carry are ofa pure nature, gently offering youa healthful possibility for manyphysical, mental, emotional andspiritual imbalances. Personalconsultationsarealsoavailable.
Visittheirnewlocationtofindsafe, natural wellness alternativesforadults,children,andpets.Andremember to enter their monthlydrawingtowinfreeproducts.
For more information, call 520-918-0100 or visit DesertRoseHomeopathics.com.
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Costa Rican Stress-Free Retreat Monsoon Nectar Skin Care and Self-CenteredYoga
havepartneredtobringindividuals totalhealthfromthe insideout. Indulge in theUltimateStressEscapeYoga&LifestyleRetreat,inCostRica,fromNovember10to17,featuringbeachyoga,gourmetcuisine,massageandtropicalbliss.TheMonsoonNectarTravelPakensuresyourbodywillbeasblissedoutasyourmind,andisincludedwithyourretreat.
Samplethe100percentorganicskincarelineofferedinthestudio,onlineandatWo(men)andWine,&Wellnessevents.ExperiencethebenefitsoforganicskincareatNewFrontiersMarket,inSedona,withMonsoonNectarfrom1to3p.m.,September4,and2to5p.m.,September6,andatSelf-CenteredYoga’sWo(men),Wine,&Wellnessevent,September22.
More about Monsoon Nectar at 520-366-1641 and MonsoonNectar.com. More about Self-Centered Yoga at 520-299-0331 and UltimateStressEscape.com.See ad on page 11.
Learn About Prosperity from Edwene GainesNa t i o n a l l y r e c o g n i z e d
motivational speaker andauthorEdweneGaineswillspeakaboutThe Secret of PermanentProsperity, September 16, atthe 10:30 a.m. Sunday morningserviceoftheCenterforSpiritualLivingTucson, at the Donald R.NickersonPerformingArtsCenter,inTucson.Aworkshopbasedonherbook,The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity,A Simple Guide to Unlimited Abundance, will beconductedfrom2to4:30p.m.
AnordainedUnityministersince1979,Gainesisacertifiedfirewalking instructor and hasbeenhonoredbytheInternationalNewThoughtAlliancewiththeirTorchbearer for NewThoughtaward. She travels 250 days ayear presentingprosperity andcommitmentworkshops.
Love offering. Location: 3231 N. Craycroft Rd. For more information, call 520-319-1042 or visit Tucsoncsl.org. See ad on page 10.
Edwene Gaines
“How am I going to live today in order to create the tomorrow I’m committed to?”
~Tony Robbins
10 Tucson
Ganoderma-Laced Coffee Has ArrivedTucsonians can now enjoy USDA
certified100percentorganiccoffeelaced with Ganoderma, a genus ofpolypore mushrooms that grow onwood. It is great-tasting coffee thatclaimstohaveamazingbenefitsforyourhealth.VarietiesofGanodermacoffeeincludeblack coffee, latte coffee, hotchocolate,cafemochaandgreentea.
It issaid toprovidemoreenergy,help circulation, support the immunesystem,enhancecardiovascularhealth,beanantioxidant,giveliverprotection,be antibacterial, lower cholesterol,improve quality of sleep and supporttheurinarytract.
For more information, call 520-955-4398 or visit Buenisimo1.Organogold.com. See ad on page 6.
Cell:520-955-4398 Email:[email protected]
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*Oxygenates the body *Provides more energy*Supports circulation*Support the immune system*Supports natural body detoxification
Buenisimo CafeWebORGANO GOLD
Edwene Gaines
The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity WorkshopSunday, Sept 16, 2-4:30pm, presented on a love offering basis
She will speak at our 10:30am Celebration ServiceEdwene guarantees this event will change your life...if you are willing.
Are you ready to learn and practice the principles of true prosperity?This workshop will answer your questions and inspire you to act.
In the auditorium at3231 N. Craycroft Rd
just south of the Rillito Riverwww.tucsoncsl.org • 520-319-1042
Overflowing abundanceis our vision...for everyone
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Gourmet Girls Foster Gluten-Free Community
TheGourmetGirlsGluten
Free Bakery/Bistrois fast becoming SouthernArizona’ssupportcenterforthoseavoidingglutenintheirdiets.Whetheranewcomertotheoftenconfusinggluten-freelifestyleoraveteranatnavigatingitspathways,awarmandsafeenvironmentawaitsatthiscompletelygluten-freeeatery.
Owners Susan Fulton and MaryGibsonprovideadeliciousbreakfastandlunchmenu,featuringfreshandnatural,homemade meals and baked goods.Althoughthefocusatthebakery/bistrois preparing products made withoutgluten,thefriendly,knowledgeablestaffishappytocustomizemealstomeetanyfurtherdietaryrestrictions.
Although servingdelectable foodisaprimarygoaloftheGourmetGirls,of equal importance is the creationof a caring gluten-free community,focusedontheemotionalandspiritualneeds of their guests.The gluten-freeroad to optimal health is not alwayssmooth, frequently accompanied byfeelingsofanxiety,lackofcontrolandasenseofbeingoutsidethenorm.Thebakery/bistro is avenuewhereguestsare encouraged to share their stories,network with each other, educatethemselvesandformnewfriendships.
Location: 5845 N. Oracle Rd. For more information, call 520-408-9000 or visit GourmetGirlsGlutenFree.com. See ad on page 28.
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IONS presents McLaughlin and TejpalDr. Carrol McLaughlin, a music
professoranddirectoroftheharpprogramat theUniversityofArizona,and her associate,Tejpal, a giftedintuitive, kundalini yoga master andgraduate of the Brennan School ofHealing, will present an interactivelecture,TheAnatomyofIntuitionandCreativity,from6:30to8p.m.,October5, at Unity ofTucson (3617 NorthCaminoBlanco),usingtheharp,yogatechniques,neurolinguisticprogrammingandpowerperformanceprinciplestoreachparticipantsonphysical,emotional
andspirituallevels.They will also offer a hands-on
workshop from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.,October 6, atTucson OsteopathicMedical Foundation, (3182 NorthSwan Road) to teach participants todeepentheirintuitiveandhealingskillsandtheirpotentialtomanifestthelifetheytrulydesire,moment-to-moment.The cost is $50, and is limited to 25participants.
For more information and registration, visit ionstucson.org.
Dr. Carrol McLaughlin and Tejpal
Meditation Teacher Training in TucsonScientificstudieshaveshownthatmeditationcan
decrease stress, increasehealthandhappinessand lead to a more contended life. MeditationPractice Institute, inTucson, can help studentsgainthesethingsforthemselvesandlearntoteachothers.AnewteachertrainingprogramisbeginningSeptember 30, and no previous experience isnecessary.
Meditation Practice Institute ofTucson helpsenrich the lives of individuals and the successof organizations and businesses by providingmeditation instruction that is founded on ancienttradition and tailored to meet contemporary needs.They aim to deepen theeffectivenessofmeditation instructionusinganadvanced teacher trainingandcertificationprogram.Coursesareavailableliveandonline.
Thedemandforpeoplethataretrainedinmeditativeconcentrationandcanteachothersisincreasingastheworldgrowsmorechaoticandthepressuresofaglobalsocialandeconomiccommunitygrow.
For more information, email [email protected] or visit ItsMoreThanYouThink.org. See ad on page 8.
meditation practice institute
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Stressisbelievedbysometocauseor contribute to60 to90percentof all visits to the doctor. We
know we are stressed when we havefeelingsoffrustration,anger,nervousness,fear, unease and worry.These feelingsalso directly affect our body—wemay experience abdominal pain andheadaches,aswellasmuscle tightnessorpain.
Tension andTrauma ReleasingExercises (TRE) is a technique thatuses six simple exercises to releasestress and tension from the bodythat accumulates from traumatic lifeexperiences, immediate or prolongedstressful situations or our everydaycircumstancesoflife.
These exercises help release deeptension from the body by evoking aself-controlledmuscularshakingcalledneurogenictremors.Thesegentletremorsoriginatedeep in thecoreof thebodyin the psoas muscles and reverberateoutward along the spine, releasingtensionfromthesacrumtothecranium.Theexercisesconsistofasimpleformofstretchingandareusedtogentlytriggerthesevoluntarymuscletremors.
TRE was developed to be a self-help technique that can be integratedwith and complement other healthmodalities,includingyoga,craniosacral
therapy, massage, meditation, exerciseandcounseling,amongothers.
The exercises developed from Dr.DavidBerceli’sworkwithcommunitieswhile living inAfrica and the MiddleEast,andarebasedonthefundamentalbelief,backedbyresearch,thattraumaisprimarilyanexperienceofthephysicalbody.Hebelievesthatjustasthehumanbodyhasanaturalphysicalreactiontotraumaticandstressfulsituations,italsohas natural physical mechanisms fordealing with and healing from traumaandchronicstress.Bertelliwrites,“Thehumananimalisdesignedtoexperience,endureandsurvivetraumaticepisodes.”
We know the body constantlyresponds toelevated levelsofstressbycontracting themuscles to get throughtoughsituations,butweseldomrecognizethese contractions until we experiencepain,discomfortorillness.Bypracticingthispreventivetechnique,wecanpreventstress and tension from elevating to apointofchronicillness,oruseittoassistin alleviating chronic, stress-inducedillness. Once this technique is learnedand mastered over several sessions, itbecomesaquickandeffectivemethodforconsistentrelaxation.
Whentensionisreleasedanywhereinthebody,thebrainregistersareductioninpainsignals,producingnewhormones
that promote healing. Some havedescribed practicingTRE as getting amassagefromtheinsideout.Oncethetechniqueislearnedandmasteredafterseveralsessions,thewarm-upexercisescan be accelerated or replaced withnormalexerciseactivity,likewalkingoryoga,andthetechniquethenbecomesaquickandeffectivemethodforconsistentrelaxation. Eventually, these tremorsevoke themselves naturally in a restposition to reduce stress or tensionaccumulatedoverthecourseoftheday.
TREisbeingusedbythousandsofpeoplearoundtheworldasaneffectivetoolforreleasingchronictraumaticstress,physical tensionandemotional traumaandreleasetheeverydaystress,tension,andanxietythatevolvescomesfromthedailypressuresoflife.
ExercisestoReleaseTraumaandTensionDr.DavidBercelliReturnstoTucson by dan horner
Dr. David Bercelli will be presenting at The Science, Spirit and Health Symposium Oct 5th-7th. Information and registration: NewGroundEvents.comSee ad on back cover.
Dr. David Bercelli
14 Tucson
Trees for Tucson Taking ApplicationsTrees forTucson, a program ofTucson Clean &
Beautiful, isacceptingapplications for low-costtreesfordeliveryinthepopularfallplantingperiod.Toqualify,residentsmustbeintheTucsonElectricPowerCo.orTricoElectricCooperativeelectricservicearea,andagreetoplantthetreeswithin15feetofthewest,southoreast sideof thehome.Treesaredeliveredwithin approximately six to eight weeks, and willbeatleastthreetofivefeettall.Instructionsfortreeplantingandcareareprovidedatthetimeofdelivery.
Trees forTucson was established in 1989 toeducatethecommunityaboutthebenefitsofplantingand properly maintaining trees to increase energyefficiency via decreased energy costs, beautifyinghomes, reduced use of nonrenewable fossil fuels,minimizingurbanheatislandscreatedbymanmadesurfaces, increased wildlife habitat, reduced airand water pollution, reduced stormwater runoffand erosion and mitigating carbon dioxide in theatmosphere.
Tucson Electric Power customers may print an application online at TreesForTucson.org or call 520-791-3109 to receive a mailed or faxed form. Trico Electric Cooperative members may request trees online at Trico.coop or call 520-744-2944, extension 1605, for assistance.
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Peace is the Answer TheEarthHarmonyFestivalwillbe
held October 6 and 7, atAvalonOrganic Gardens & EcoVillage, inTumacácori,Arizona,withavision toencourage the restoration of balanceto theworld’speopleandecosystemsthrough awareness, cooperation,education,understanding, selflessnessandacommitmenttopeace.
KeynotespeakerGaryPaulNabhanisaninternationallycelebratedauthor,conservation biologist, seed saverand sustainable agriculture activist,knownas,“thefatherofthelocalfoodmovement.”
Activitiesincludelivemusic,food,arts and crafts, eco-booths, hands-ondemonstrations,organicgardenandeco-villagetours,children’svillageactivities,hayridesandspecialpresentations.LivemusicisprovidedbytheGlobalChangeMusicNonprofitRecordLabel,whichpromotessustainableliving, includinggrowing organic food, buildinggreen, permaculture, sharing servicesand goods and having a protectiveenvironmentalconsciousness.
Donations are welcome to helpsupportAvalon Gardens InternshipsandthenonprofitPersonalityIntegrationRehabilitation Program, which assistindividuals from diverse backgroundsinvariouslevelsofhealing,trainingandeducation in order to actualize theirdreamsandtalents.
Admiss ion i s f ree . Camping i s available by donation. For more information, call 520-398-2542 or visit EarthHarmonyFestival.org. See ad on page 8.
Your Creative Soul Explores Fundamental WisdomAreyoureadytoboldlyexploreadvancedcreativity
concepts?Youcan!You’llbeledbyadown-to-earthwritingstylethatisactuallyentertaining,enlightening,sometimeshumorousandalwaysprofoundlyapplicableto your life. Your Creative Soul, the fifth book by CDianeEaly,Ph.D.,hasbeenwrittentoprovideyouwithinsightsintothevastchangeshappeningtoeachofus,sothatyoucanemergeempoweredbytheknowledgeemanating through/from this wisdom. Profound anduplifting, it will clarify your perspective on humannatureandcreativity.
This book is designed for people who: want toconsciously and creatively participate in the vastchangeshappening in their lives;aresearching forawayoutof the fear thatdominates formanypeople;arewonderingwhat’snextintheirlives;wantadeeperunderstandingofcurrentrealitythattheycanapplytotheirdailylives.
ThetruthisYouaredivine,YouarehumanandYouhaveadaptedandwillcontinuedoingso.
Your Creative Soul explores these three majoraspectsplusmorefromaninnovativeperspective.Itdelvesintotheinteractiverelationshipsamongthesethreeaspects,howtheyrelatewiththecreativesoulandwhythisprocessisaccelerating.
To order Your Creative Soul, visit Cdianeealy.com or GatherInsight.com.
C Diane Ealy, Ph.D.
16 Tucson
2012 Process Art Journal Daily PracticeInspiredbyJulie & Julia,afilmabout
awomanthatchallengesherselftocookalltherecipesinJuliaChild’sfirst book in one year, Kira Freed,MA, BCC, LPC, a certified life/wellness coach and process artist,is engaged in a daily process artpracticeforallof2012.
Process Art Journal emergedfromFreed’slongstandingpassionforprocessart,combinedwithadesireto do something transformationaleverydayforayear.Herintentionistoconsciouslychangethecenterof gravityofher lifebycultivatinggreaterpresenceandattunementtoherintuition.Thepracticeisalsoanopportunity to unplug from dailypressuresandregularlyincorporatemoreflowintoherlife.
Blog posts include dai lyreflections and process art, alongwithoccasionalnaturephotographyfrom morning walks.The websitealso includes information andresources for others interestedin pursuing process art. Peoplewho do process art are invited tosubmitaphotographandoneortwoparagraphsoftextforthecommunitypage.
For more information, 520-615-8615, email [email protected] or visit ProcessArtJournal.com.
Kira Freed
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Breakthrough Weight LossDr.JohnR.Keifer,DC,hasbeencommittedtothemost
advancedprocedures inhealthcare formore than30years.AsacertifiedBrimhallPractitioner,he incorporatescutting-edgetherapeutics,baseduponthousandsofhoursandyearsofexperiencecontributedbycolleges,seminarsandworkshopstocreateawellorganized,methodicalapproachtohealth.
Keiferincorporatesarevolutionaryweight-lossprogramthatistailoredtothepatient’sindividualneeds.Forexample,many people have difficulty losing weight and keeping itoffdue tounderlyingcontributing factorssuchas toxicity,candidaovergrowthandhormonal imbalancesandstress.Morethanjustlosingweight,thesystemaddressesbalancinghealth so weight normalizes naturally. By specificallyidentifying the underlying imbalances and managing thepatient from a more causal level, long-term success andsatisfactioncanbeachieved.
He states, “Manypatients are indesperateneedof areal,long-termsolutionfortheirweightproblems.AlthoughI’vehadtrainingonweightlossasahealthcarepractitioner,Ihaveneverreallyfoundalong-lastingsolutionformypatient’sweightissuesuntilnow.”
Location: 800 N. Swan Rd., Ste. 112. For more information, call 520-577-1717, email [email protected] or visit KeiferWellnessCenter.com. See Community Calendar for events. See ad on page 10.
The Healing Clinic believes in the Mind, Body and SpiritCheryl Jeffries, CCHT, CSD, has
openedTheHealingClinic;WhereYou Heal It, in picturesque PictureRocks,offeringasupportiveatmosphereforhealing,builtonthefoundationofhypnotherapy.
Weknowscientificallythatwecanquietourmindandcommunicatewithourbodytolowerbloodpressure,stopbleeding,stabilizetheheartbeatandloseweight.Thisistheprocessofrewiringthebrain,orcreatingreality.Itoccursinastateofspecificrelaxation,orhypnosis.Thistechniquecanbeappliedtoanythingthatneedstobeaccomplished—acceptmentoringbyanexperiencedpractitionerandthepossibilitiesarelimitless.
Jeffriesusesindividualizedserviceandhealingpackagesof liquidorganicwhole food tobalance thebody,energyfieldanalysis toassesshealth issues,vibrationalremedies,spiritual direction adding wellbeing and life coaching toallowparticipantstohealand/orenhancewhateverisdesired.
Meetups, classes and CDs on rewiring the brain,metaphysicalexploration,pastliferegression,painreductionandself-hypnosisareavailable.
Location: 11440 W. Picture Rocks Rd., Tucson. For more information and appointments, call 520-309-8726 or visit WhereYouHealit.com. See ad on page 12.
Dr. John R. Keifer, DC
Cheryl Jeffries, CCHT, CSD
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Few u.s. adults regularlY Practice healthY habits
ArecentAmericanHeartAssociation(AHA)surveyreportsthatonly12percentofAmericanadultsregularlypracticethehealthy-lifetrifectaofgoodnutrition,
exerciseandoralcare.Themostcommonexcuseisalackoftime.Ofthosesurveyed,80percentsaidthateatingatleastnineservingsoffruitandvegetablesdailyisastruggle.About60percentfinditdifficulttologtheassociation’srecommended150minutesofmoderatephysicalactivityeachweek.Atleast25percentdon’tbrushandrinsetwicedailyandflossatleastoncedaily. Yet,90percentofAmericans like the ideaof improving theirhealth.TheAHA“MyHeart.MyLife.”initiativeoffersastraightforwardsetofsolutionstohelpfamiliesunderstandhowtomakeincrementalchangesthathavelong-termhealthimpact(MyLifeCheck.Heart.org). “Whetherit issimplyaddinga30-minutebriskwalktoyourday,eatingafewmorefruitsandvegetableswithmeals,balancingyourcaloriesandphysicalactivitytoachieveahealthybodyweightorcreatingroutineoralcarehabits—itallcontributestoanoverallhealthierlifestyle,”saysCardiologistTracyStevens,aprofessorofmedicinewithSaintLuke’sCardiovascularConsultants,inKansasCity,Missouri.
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AccordingtoarecentUniversityofIllinoisstudy,bioactivecompoundsinmatetea,abeverageconsumedinSouthAmericaforitsmedicinalproperties,
killedhumancoloncancercellsin vitro.Thescientistsattributethissurprisinghealthbenefittothetea’scaffeinederivativesthatnotonlyinduceddeathinthecancercells,butalsoreducedimportantmarkersofinflammation.
Source: University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences
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watching magic boosts creativitY in children
ResearchersfromLancasterUniversityhave discovered that youngsters
watchingcreative fantasyfilmsimprovetheirownimaginationand creativity. The studyinvolved 52 4-to-6-year-oldchildren.Theyoungsterswere split intotwogroupsandshowntwoshortsegments of apopular fantasy movie.The findings showed thatthe group watching themagical scenes generallyscored “significantly better”in creative activities thantheirpeersintheothergroupthatsawsceneswithoutanymagicalcontent.
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Used for centuries inAsian cultures to support nasal health and eliminatetoxinsfromthenasalmucosa,netipotshaverecentlybecomepopularinthe
Westernworldandarerecognizedfortheirvalueinpreventingandrelievingsinusinfections.Typically,amildsolutionofunrefinedseasaltandpurifiedordistilledwaterispouredfromonenostrilthroughtheothertoflushoutunwantedmucus,bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms. Herbalist Steven Frank, of Nature’sRite,pointstoapowerfulnewparadigmthathelpsnetipotusersdealevenmoreeffectivelywith infection: a regimenof aqueous, colloidal silver and soothingherbalandplantextracts.
Frank recommendsusing theneti potwith a colloidal silverwash that isretainedinthenostrilsforseveralminutes.“Bacteriaandfungusstickratherwelltothenasalmucosaandfewareflushedoutwithsimplesalineflushes,”heexplains.“Mostofthesenastypathogensadheretothemucosawithwhatiscalledabiofilm.Withinthisslimelayer,theyarewellprotectedandthriveinthewarmmoistsinuses,soasmallsalinebathonceadaydoesn’tbotherthemmuch.However,colloidalsilverdisablescertainenzymesneededbyanaerobicbacteria,viruses,yeastsandfungus,resultingintheirdestruction.And,unlikeantibiotics,silverdoesnotallowresistant‘superbugs’todevelop.”
Healsosuggestssoothingthesinuseswithrestorativeherbaldecoctions.Calendula,plantainandaloecontainvitalnutrientsthatsootheandheal,whileEchinacearootandgrapefruitseedextractofferantimicrobialbenefits.
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20-Second Trust FactorFirstimpressionsnotonlycount—theyaresurprisinglyaccurate,atleastwhenitcomesto
detectingwhetherastranger is“made”tobecompassionate, trustworthyorkind.NewresearchbytheUniversityofCalifornia,Berkeleysuggeststhatitcantakejust20secondstorecognizewhoisgeneticallysoinclined.TwodozencouplesparticipatedinthestudyandprovidedDNAsamples.Researchersdocumentedthemastheytalkedabouttimeswhentheyhadsuffered.Aseparategroupofobserversthatdidnotknowthecoupleswereshown20-secondvideosegmentsofonlythelistenersandaskedtoratewhichparticipantsseemedmostcompassionate,basedonfacialexpressionsandbodylanguage. ThelistenersthatreceivedthehighestratingsforempathyturnedouttopossessaparticularvariationoftheoxytocinreceptorgeneknownastheGGgenotype.Dubbedthe“lovehormone”,oxytocinisnaturallysecretedintothebloodstreamandthebrain,whereitpromotessocialinteraction,bondingandromanticlove. “Peoplecan’tseegenes,sotherehastobesomethinggoingonthatissignalingthesegeneticdifferencestothestrangers,”saysAleksandrKogan,leadauthorofthestudy.“WhatwefoundisthatthepeoplethathadtwocopiesoftheGversiondisplayedmoretrustworthybehaviors:moreheadnods,eyecontact,smilingandopenbodyposture.Thesebehaviorssignaledkindnesstothestrangers.”
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BWglobalbriefsNoodle DoodleCreativity on TapCreativityisoftenperceivedasanunpredictableevent,theproductofanunexpected“Aha!”moment.ButapairofMichiganpsychologists,MareikeWieth,ofAlbionCollege,andRoseZacks,ofMichiganStateUniversity,decided to research theconcept.Theydiscovered thatproblemsrequiringaflashofilluminationtosolvearebestapproachedduringthetimeofdaywhenthinkersarenotactuallyatwhattheyfeelistheirpeak. ReportingtheirfindingsinthejournalThinking and Reasoning, they assigned428studentstofilloutaquestionnairewith19questions,including,“Whattimewouldyougetupifyouwereentirelyfreetoplanyourday?”and“Howmuchdoyoudependuponanalarmclock?” Participants were categorized as morning, evening or neutral types andrandomlyassignedtoamorningorafternoontestingsession.Someproblemswereanalyticinnature,otherswereinspiration-based.Whilethemorelogicaltypeofproblemsolvingshowednostatisticaldifference,morningpeoplescoredhigherontheinsight-demandingchallengesinthelateafternoon,andviceversa. WiethandZacksbelievetheresultsdependuponaninhibitoryprocessthatsuppresses distracting information. It is thought that this system performs lessefficientlywhenindividualsarelessalert,allowingrandomthoughtstoenterthedecision-makingprocess,resultinginmorecreativethinking.
Bunker Hunker Down is the New UpDesigner Matthew Fromboluti,of Washington University, inSt. Louis, Missouri, has turnedconventional wisdom aboutmodern construction upside-down with his architecturaldesign,Above/Below,submittedfo r the eVo lo Skysc raperCompetition. His undergroundskyscraper would theoreticallyfill a 900-foot-deep, 300-acre-widecraterleftbytheLavenderPit copper mine, in Bisbee,Arizona. Acone-shaped,invertedtowerwouldallowpeopletolive,workandevengrow food inahugecavern, coveredbyadome.Thebuilding isdesigned tomaintainacomfortabletemperatureviaapassiveclimate-controlsystemsuitedtothehotdesertenvironment.Asolarchimneyprovidesnaturalventilationasthesunheatstheairatthesurface,causingittoriseanddrawcoolerairupthroughventsatthebottom.Themovingairpassesthroughwindturbinesatthetopofthechimney,generatingelectricity. Fromboluti’saimistoatoneforthemine’sdestructionofthelandscapebyfindingnewwaystoharvesttheenergythatwentintoexcavatingit,suggestingthatnodesignshouldbeconsidered“offthetable”whenplanningforthefuture.
Source: ForumForTheFuture.org
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Trash FashionsThe Rehabilitation of PlasticThe rap on most plastic is thatalthoughitcanberecycled,itdoesn’tdecomposeinlandfills.Foraperiodof time, thecityofHoustonhaltedits composting of household yardwaste due to the cost of having tocutandemptytheplasticbagsusedin curbside pickup, even thoughthe annual landfill fees exceeded$1 million. But now the servicehas resumed, based on the use ofnew,compostableplasticbags thatrequirenospecialhandling;thecityeven garners income from sales ofcompostedclippings. Dinnerware, such as utensils,plates and cups, is another nichemarket in which advocates seepotential for use of compostableplastics, especially by cafeterias,restaurants and other institutions.Not only are such i tems notbiodegradable, they often end upbeingthrownoutwithfoodwaste. Biodegradable polymers thatbreak down in a matter of monthsare more expensive; for example,theBASFcompany’sEcoflexmaterialcosts about two-and-a-half timesmore than the polyethylene itreplaces.Butproponentssaythatitprovidesvaluebyenablingthelarge-scale collection of organic waste,such as grass clippings and food,andthat thepotential forgrowthisenormous.
Source: Chemical & EngineeringNews
Harm Alarm: The Bambi EffectAccordingtoareportintheProceedings of the Royal Society B,localecosystemscanbeinfluencedandevendisturbedbynoisepollution.ClintonFrancis,oftheNationalEvolutionarySynthesisCenter,inDurham,NorthCarolina,foundthattheuproarofnoisygaswellsthatoperatedayandnightinnorthwesternNewMexicowoodlandsdrivesawaysomewildlifespeciesandattractsothers,andalsoalterstheoverallmakeupofareaplantlife. Specifically,hediscoveredthatthereshufflingofdesirablebirdsandsmallmammalschangedtheoddsofsuccessforlocalplantreproduction.Hummingbirdpollination,importantforcertainwildflowers,increased,whilebirdslikelytospreadaroundpineseedswithouteatingallofthemlargelygavewaytoseed-eatingmice.
Source:ScienceNews
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TheU.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FSWS)has formallyproposed toprotect838,232acresas“criticalhabitat”forendangered jaguarsinsouthernArizona
andNewMexico—anarealargerthanthestateofRhodeIsland.Whenfinalizedinthenextyearandjoinedwithadevelopingfederalrecoveryplan,thedecisionwillensurejaguarsreturntothewildmountainsanddesertsoftheAmericanSouthwest.
Thedecisionhasbeenalongtimecoming.Theagencylistedthejaguarasanendangeredspeciesin1997followingalawsuitbytheCenter for Biological Diversitythatendedprotectiondelaysstretchingbackto1978.ThebeautifulcatshavehistoricallyrangedallthewayfromMontereyBay,inCalifornia,toLouisianaandnorthtotheGrandCanyonandColorado.
Refusing to allow federal bureaucrats for thefirst time inU.S. history to consign an endangeredspecies toextinction in theUnitedStates, theCenter forBiologicalDiversitywon theircase in2009,and theFSWSwasorderedtoprotectthejaguar’shabitatandcreateaplantofullyrestorethespecies.
Likewolvesandgrizzlybears,jaguarswerekilledenmassebyfederaltrappersandsharpshooters,paidtomaketheWestsafeforheavilysubsidizedpublic-landranching.Bythe1950s,jaguarswerevirtuallyextinct,butinrecentyearsbegantoshowthefirstsignsofrecolonizingArizonaandNewMexico.IndividualanimalsfromaMexicanpopulationhavebeenexploringtheborderlandsofthetwostatesrecently.
For more information, visit BiologicalDiversity.org.
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Three years ago, JanineJoslin,asavvybusinessexecut ive , se t her
s ights on becominga Dazzler, and todayis a proud member ofthe Leawood, Kansas,chapterofcommunitytap-dancing troupes.“I love to dance andperform,andI felt thathad been missing frommy own life,” she says.Afterafriendsuggestedit,Joslinshowed up for her first practiceready togo,wearing tightsand tapshoes. PotentialDazzlersmustprovethey’velearnedtheroutines before beingselected to performfor the publ ic .Luckily,saysJoslin,“I’m a quick study,” and soon tookher place in this 50-and-up women’sgroupthatlikestoroutinelyShuffle Off to Buffaloatarearetirement facilities,churchhallsandspecialevents. Learningthestop-and-go,Broadway-styleroutinessuchasSteppin’ OutandMillieismoreofamentalchallengethanaerobicexercise,commentsJoslin.“Themainthingisitexercisesyourbrain.” Performingforappreciativegroupsisagreat feeling,shenotes,andhelps
make the twice-weeklypractices worthwhile.
Just being around inspiringwomenhashelpedJoslinlook
atagingdifferently.She’snowapplyingherbusiness skills
tosetuphertroupe’sfirstwebsite. Joslin’s experience
proves what many dancers,a r t i s t s , w r i t e r s , a c t o r s
and mus ic i ans know:Active, hands-on, groupparticipation in the arts isbeneficialonmanylevels.
National TrendI n a r e c e n t s t u d ycommissioned by theWallace Foundation,Gi f t s o f the Muse : Reframing the Debate
About the Benefits of the Arts, theresearchers found that, “People thatengageinartsinagroupsettingdevelopasenseofcommunityastheyexchangefavors (such asmeeting to learn linesor loaning painting supplies); identifythemselveswithacast,musicensembleorchoralgroup;anddevelopasenseoftrustandexpectationsofreciprocity.” It also noted, “Through the artsof ethnic traditions—suchas classicalIndiandance,JamaicansteeldrumsorJapanese raku ceramics—participantsdevelop and maintain their cultural
heritageandcommunicatetheirculturalidentitytooutsiders.”
Gateway ExperiencesMostartdisciplinescanbeexperiencedat any age. No previous training orabilityisrequired,justacuriousspiritandwillingnesstoparticipateandlearn.Funoptionsrangefromapaintingparty,in which participants set up an easelandpaintacanvasatUncork’dArt,inWashington,D.C.(UncorkdArt.com),toAfricandrummingatDrumRise,in Decatur, Georgia(DrumRise.net).“A drummingc l a s s i s agreat wayto reduces t r e s s ,have fun,relax andreenergize,a l l a t t h es a m e t i m e ;it has even beenshowntopositivelyaffectyourimmunesystem,”sayco-foundersAmyJacksonandColleenCaffrey. Suchactivitiesallowustodabbleand explore amidst the power of agroup and maximize the joy of artfulendeavors, which many prefer to thecostofindividuallessons. One of the most accessiblecommunity arts is choral music, as it
Exploring Our Creative Side
Engaging in Community Arts Brings Unexpected Rewards
by Judith Fertig
“Turning, moving, spinning, dresses swirling, music beating, eyes in contact with a partner, then another, then another, then another, and the fiddle turns a corner, the phrase repeats, the dance repeats. You smile. Your body smiles.”
~ Doug Plummer, photographer and contra dancer, Seattle, Washington
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requiresnospecialequipment.Singinginagroupcanalsobecomeacommunitytradition that gathers people of allages and lifestyles in fellowship andcelebration. Since 1882, singing Handel’sMessiah has become an annualhighlightforaSwedishwheat-farmingcommunityinSouth-CentralKansas.ForthreemonthsbeforePalmSunday,200farmers,homemakers,collegestudentsandbusinessownersfromtheLindsborgarea gather twiceweekly to rehearsethe three-hour piece (Bethanylb.edu/Oratorio_History.html). Becky Anderson, the owner ofLindsborg’sSwedishCountry Inn,whohas sung for 41 years, points to aparticularly thrilling moment duringeach performance. “There is just thisexhilarationas the audience jumps totheir feetyelling, ‘Brava,Brava.’Golly,that’sfun.” Chicagoans maintain a similarholiday tradition. For 35 years, freeDo-It-Yourself Messiah concerts haveprovided a community-funded uplift(imfChicago.org).Thousandsofaudiencemembers lend their voices to thrillingperformancesof thismasterpiece, ledbyaworld-classconductorandsoloistsandbackedbyanall-volunteerorchestraof local professionals and amateurmusicians. Storytellingisyetanothercommunityperformingartthatrequiresnospecialequipment.The National StorytellingNetwork (StoryNet.org) advances theart of storytelling through a nationalconferenceandlocalstorytellingguilds.The LehighValley Storytelling Guild,inPennsylvania,meetsonceamonthatalocalcoffeehouse(LVStorytellers.org).Membersincludeprofessionalandamateurstorytellers,poets,actorsand
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BWnewcomers that love to practice—orjustlistento—thisancientart. Strong community and culturalidentity is forged on other stages, aswell.The CommunityActorsTheatre,in San Diego, California’s, Oak Park,performs many plays written by localplaywrights exploring themes inblackculture(CommunityActorsTheatre.com). For Calvin Manson, a localpoet and playwright who teachesacting workshops, the nonprofitvenue feels like a mom-and-popoutfit. “Theyhave the raw talentthat could be developed intosomething wonderful. Peopledon’t just learn tobeactorsandplaywrights.They learn to worktogether,tocommittoacommonstruggle.When they leave, theyknowhowtoworkwithpeople,tobeteamplayers.” Sometimes,alifechangecanopenthedoortoacreativeoutlet.Asanewlysingle30-something,photographer Doug Plummersays that when he fell in withthe Seattle contra dance sceneinthemid-1980s,“Itbecamemyprimarysociallife.”DerivedfromNew England folk dance, twolinesofdancersfaceeachotherandmovetotherhythmsoffiddlemusic. “Since 2003, anytime I’min New England, I try to stayover on a Monday and catchthe Nelson [New Hampshire]dance,”saysPlummer.Likeningittoparticipating in the slow-foodandsimilarlocalmovements,hesays,“IfeellikeI’menteringintoamodeofslow-dancing.” At the weekly Nelsongatherings,“Thedancerswilldrift
“Every child is an artist.
The problem is how to
remain an artist once
we grow up.”
~ Pablo Picasso
in;singles,couplesandfamilieswithkids,” he relates. “Someone puts outthe fiddle case for the$2 admission.Whoever volunteered to bring bakedgoods sets them out. Harvey showsupwithhisfiddle, sitson the fold-upchaironthestage.Bobsitsatthepiano.‘Lineupforacontra,’barksDon,inaclipped,Yankeeaccent.‘FirstdanceisMonymusk.’Then everyone just joinsin.”
Auditioning for the Role of a LifetimeThe next level of volunteer artsparticipationmay involveanauditionand a greater commitment. At thesame time, these pursuits offer primeopportunities to expand artistic skillsandjoininsomethingbiggerthanone’sself. Since1873, theCincinnati,Ohio,May Festival has served as a shiningexampleofcommunityshowmanship(MayFestival.com).ChorusauditionsareheldinSeptember,rehearsalsbegininJanuaryandconcertsroutinelyselloutbyMay. Music cr i t ic Nancy Mal i tzcomments, “It’s that special, tiny
sliver of the year when everybodystretches.Whenhundredsofamateursingers accelerate the tempo bydevotingeverynighttorehearsalandeverydaytothoughtsoftheconcertsto come… when audiences looktheirfinest,claptheirloudest.”Lawrence Coleman, a chorusmember for 15 years, has foundthat singing and networking withotherMayFestivalvocalistshaspaidoffinsurprisingways.“I’verecordedandhadothersingingengagementsandopportunities,allbecauseI’vebeenconnectedtothechorusandthepeopleinit,”hesays.Colemanalsosingswiththerhythmandblues
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gospelgroupFoMoBrothers,performingatareachurchesandtheMidwestRegionalBlackFamilyReunion. Colemanremarks,“Ihavefriendsinthechorusfromverydifferentwalksoflife.Wecometogetherforthesinglepurposeofmakinggreatmusic.Peopleofdifferingbackgroundsandschoolsofthoughtcandomorethancoexist.It’sconfirmedformethatwecanlearntocelebrateourdifferenceswhenwehaveacommongoal.” Even those that don’t feel inherently artistic canfind venturing into an art form unexpectedly rewarding.Channeling an inner Elizabeth Bennett or Mr. Darcy iscommonplaceinBayAreaEnglishRegencySocietywaltzesand“longways”dances,inPaloAlto,California(baers.org).AlanWinston,acomputersystemsadministratorandveterandancecaller,observesthatthesepatterneddancesappealtomath-science-logic-computer types. “It’s a great place forpeoplethatliveintheirheadstogetoutandbesocial,”hesays. Appropriately,thedancesallfeaturechoreographyfromJaneAusten’sera.Dependingonthe themeof thedance—likethesophisticatedCypriansBallorspiritedReturnoftheRegiments Ball—the ambience may be elegant or rowdy,explainsWinston.Dances are taughtbeforehand tomusicsuch asGeorge Washington’s Favourite Cotillion, an1808tuneperformedbymusiciansplayingaclarinet,pianoandrecorder.Manywearperiodcostumes,whileotherscomeinjeans.Winstonisusuallybedeckedinawine-coloredwaistcoatwithtailsthathefoundoneBay. Plein airpaintersforsaketheindoorstotaketheirpaints,easels andcanvasesoutside. Plein-Air Painters ofAmericaregularlypaint ingroups in the freshair and thenholdanexhibition;annualworkshopshelpteachtechniques(p-a-p-a.com).AttherecentseventhannualFlorida’sForgottenCoastevent,inthestate’sPanhandle,billedasAmerica’sGreatPleinAirPaint-Out,featuredartistssetupalongsideamateurseagertolearnmore(PleinAirfl.com). Whateverone’snewlydiscoveredorlongtimetreasure,individualsengaginginagroupartsactivityforgestrongsocialbonds,keepethnicartstraditionsalive,learnnewthingsinnewwaysandexperiencejoyouspersonalgrowth. …Allwhilecreatingsomethingwonderful.
Jud i th Fe r t i g r egu la r l y con t r ibu tes to Natura lAwakenings. She’s an award-winning cookbook author at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com.
“When I’m not doing any plays,
things just don’t go right.
This is my justification. This is my
opportunity to just be me.”
~ Eva Jones, foster parent and member of Community Actors Theatre, Oak Park, California
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Creativityisamazing…RudyclimbedontoanAMTRAKtrain, wearing his Captain AmericaT-shirt, andimmediatelysatdownandbegantalkingtoanyonewho
madeeyecontactaboutbeingonhiswaytothelargestpokergameinAmerica,andhowsimilaritwastoOcean’s ElevenandtheRatPackandthelaterOcean’s Twelve,andhowDeanMartinwasn’treallyadrunk(itwasjustanact)andhowhefinallystarteddrinkingwhenhissonDinodied,andthatDean’srealItaliannamewasDino,andthatFrankSinatrawasfromHobokin,NewJersey,andhe(Rudy)wasfromtheBronx,wheremanyfamousactors,includingDean,camefrom,andthathewasarealliveCaptainAmericaasahelicopterpilotinVietNam,andhowheonlyflewoneflightandwasimmediatelyshotdown,andthathemetandknewtherealMissSaigonandhowshedidn’tgetonthelastflightout,andhowBronxPizzadoughwasflowninfromNewYorkCityandthattheymadethebestpizzaintheSanDiegoareabecauseofthedough,andthathewasgoingtothispokergameinOceansidetomeetupwithhis18-year-oldgirlfriendwhothinksheisthebestlookingguyaroundand,“Ohmygod,she’saregularSharonStone,”andonandonthemonologuecontinuedforthebetterpartofanhour,whileridingfromEncinitastoSanDiego.
On and on and on went Rudy… and on and on andon…evenwhenofficerMike, theAMTRAK securityofficerapproached,Rudy’sincessantbantercontinuedforseveralmoreminutes.OfficerMikethenturnedtothosearoundRudyandasked,“Isheharassingyou?”withahopefultone,wishinghecoulddischargeRudyfromthetrain.Peopledidn’tknowhowtoanswer,becauseRudywasn’treallyharassinganyone.Hewasjustbuggingthelivingdaylightsoutofthembecausehewouldn’tshutup.Hewasfriendlytoafault,andtalkativeandentertainingtothemax,buthewasn’texactlyharassing,soitwasdifficulttoanswer,“Yes.”
Besides,thelaststopwascomingupinaboutfiveminutesandeveryoneknewtheycouldgetoffMr.Toad’sWildRide,whichhadappearedasayoungmannamedRudyinaCaptainAmericaT-shirt.Thewholescenariowaslikeabadly-scriptedsitcom.Creativitycanbelikethat.
Howpeopleusetheircreativitydependsupontheirlifeexperiences and the decisions they have made throughouttheirlife.Rudy’sstoriesarenolessrealorvalidtoRudythanthenextperson’s,andthenextperson’sjudgmentsareequallyreal and valid to them, even though they are stories aboutRudy’sstories.Thisisonewayweuseourcreativity,andhowtheCreativeLawworks.TheCreativeLawofcauseandeffectdoesn’tdiscriminate.Itassumespeoplewanttheexperiencethatautomaticallycomeswiththeirdecisionsanditcooperateswiththosedecisions.
Peopleusetheirimaginationtomakeupstoriesallofthetime,andthosestoriestendtorulethatperson’slife.Storieslike, “There’s never enough,” can fill a person’s head andsubsequentlyfillthatperson’sexperience.Thisdoesnotreallymeanthereisnotenough.Itonlymeansthatthepersonbelievesthereisnotenough,andheorshesubsequentlyexperiencesnot-enough-nessbecauseofthatbelief.
Everyonehasheard,“Itisdoneuntoyouasyoubelieve.”Themasterteacherdidn’tsay,“…asyouwishyoubelieve.”Hesaid,“…asyoubelieve.”Hewastalkingaboutcorebeliefs,thebeliefs that have become deeply embedded and reinforcedforsolongthattheyhavebecomerealitytothatperson.Corebeliefscauseexperiencesthatareconsistentwiththebelief.
Therearemanybeliefscenteredaroundprosperityand“enoughness”.Somebeliefsbecomeexperiencesoflackandlimitationandsomebecomeexperiencesofabundantgoodandwell-being.Manypeoplecreativelyandeasilychangetheirexperienceofprosperityorwell-beingorhealthbychangingtheirbeliefsabouttheseideas.Thisiswheretheworkis,thisisfromwhererealfreedomcomes,andthisworkistheNewGospel,thenewestGoodNews.
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Dr.WilliamDavis,authorofWheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight and Find Your Path Back
to Health, is a preventive cardiologistwhohasgoneagainstthegraintoexposeyet another genetically engineeredmonstrosity,sheddinglightonthedarksideoftoday’scommercialwheatcrops.
What made you suspect that wheat might be behind numerous health problems?WhenIrecognizedthat80percentof
the people that came to see me haddiabetesorpre-diabetes,Ibeganaskingpatientstoconsiderremovingallwheatfromtheirdiets.Thismadesensetomedue to wheat’s high glycemic index.Foodsmadefromthisgrainraisebloodsugar higher than nearly all otherfoods, including table sugar.Thenextlogicalstepwastoreducebloodsugarbyeliminatingwheat—organic,multi-grain,wholegrainandsprouted—fromanyone’sdiet. Patients that followed my simple
consciouseating
directivesandreplacedthelostcalorieswithhealthy foods suchasvegetables,rawnuts,meats,eggs,avocados,olivesandoliveoilreturnedthreemonthslaterwithlowerfastingbloodsugarsandlowerglycohemoglobin levels, which testshowwelldiabetes isbeingcontrolled.Somediabetics becamenon-diabeticsand pre-diabetics became non-pre-diabetic.Onaverage,thesepeopleeachlost about30poundsandexperiencedrelieffromarthritisandjointpains,acidreflux,migraineheadaches,edemaand
Banishing Wheat BellyThe Drawbacks of a Wheat-Dominated Dietby lee walker
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irritablebowelsyndrome,aswellasotherconditions.Someevenreportedthattheynolongerneededinhalersforasthma. Initially,itseemedlikethesepositiveresults were just odd coincidences.However,basedontheoverwhelmingnumber of incidences, I clearly sawthat it was a real and repeatablephenomenon. I began systematicallyremovingwheat fromallmypatients’dietsandcontinuedtowitnesssimilarturnaroundsinhealth. Research related to agriculturalgenetics, an area largely ignored bymedicaldoctors,andmyowninterviewswith U.S. Department ofAgricultureexperts substantiated what my ownanecdotalevidencehasrevealed.
Why has wheat suddenly become such a health threat?Thewheatweeattodayisnotthesamewheatourgrandmothersusedforbaking.Inthe1970s,inanticipationofaglobalpopulationexplosionandworldhungerissues, a well-meaning University ofMinnesota-trainedgeneticistdevelopedahybridizedstrainofhigh-yieldingdwarfwheat. By 1985, all wheat productsweremadefromthealtereddwarfstrain,whichnowcomprises99percentofallwheatgrownworldwide. By weight, this modern wheat isapproximately70percentcarbohydrate,inahighlydigestible formofastarchknown as amylopectin A, whichconvertsmoreeasilytobloodsugarthannearlyallothersimpleorcomplexfoodcarbohydrates. Gram-for-gram, wheatincreasesbloodsugarandcausesinsulinproblemstoagreaterdegreethanevenpotatochipsortablesugar. Wheat, which now typicallycomprises20percentofallthecaloriesweconsume,isinhundredsofpreparedfoods such as instant soups, saladdressings,candyandgranola.In1970,thiswasn’ttrue.Wheatwasonlyinsuchfoodsasbread,rolls,cookiesandcake,anditwasinanaturalform.
How does a wheat-dominated diet compromise health?Eating a wheat-based cereal forbreakfast,wheatcrackersandpretzelsforsnacks,twoslicesofwholewheatbreadforlunchandwholewheatpastafordinnerresultsintoomuchexposure
toamylopectinA,andrepeatedspikesin blood sugar levels.This leads toinsulin resistance and cultivates thegrowthofvisceralfatintheabdomen,whichtendstowarddiabetesandotherinflammatoryresponses. Even worse, the gliadin proteinin wheat is an opiate that stimulatesappetiteandaddictiveeatingbehavior(itdoesnotrelievepain).All thisplusthedirectintestinaltoxiceffectsofthewheatgermagglutininproteininwheatadduptoadestructiveingredientthatspurs acid reflux, bowel urgency andirritablebowelsyndrome,andleadstoinflammationinvariousorgans.
Describe how eliminating wheat has affected you.Thirtypoundsago,Iwasanenthusiasticconsumer of “healthy whole grains,”whoreliedonpotsofcoffeeorwalkingandotherexercisetomaintainfocusandenergy.Mycholesterolvaluesreflectedmywheat-consuminghabits:HDL27mg/dl[milligramsperdeciliterofgoodcholesterol](verylow),triglycerides350mg/dl(veryhigh),andbloodsugarsinthe diabetic range (161 mg/dl). I hadhigh blood pressure of 150/90 andexcessweightaroundmymiddle. Eliminating wheat from my dietreversedalloftheseconditionswithoutdrugs,includingthestruggletomaintainattentionandfocus.Overall,Ifeelbettertodayat54thanIfeltat30.
Are gluten-free foods the answer?Commercially produced gluten-freefoods made with tapioca, cornstarchor rice starch—all poor replacementsforwheat—aredestructivetothebody.Homemade or locally made gluten-freefoodsabsentsuchingredientsarebetter,asarethefreerecipesavailableviaWheatBellyBlog.com. Millet,quinoaandamaranth,wholegrainsthatlackmostoftheundesirablepropertiesofmodernwheat,arebetterbut not necessarily safe in unlimitedquantities becausemost people todayhave spent their lives overexposed tocarbohydrates.Eatingonlysmallportionsofthesenon-wheatgrainsiskey.
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INJURY-FREE YOGAProven Approaches for Safe Practice
by lynda bassett
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“Like any kind of movement,yoga involves some risk,”s ay s D e v a r s h i S t e v e n
Hartman, dean of the Kripalu SchoolofYoga,headquarteredinStockbridge,Massachusetts. “The level of riskdependsontheindividual’sage,physicalcondition,limitations,emotionalstate,previousinjuries,strength,timeofday,awareness,typeofmovementandhowmuchweightbearingistakingplace.” It’snotuncommonforbothseasonedathletes and yoga neophytes to pushtoo hard in the beginning. Dr. LorenFishman,medicaldirectoratManhattanPhysicalMedicine&Rehabilitation,says,“Thethreeleadingcausesof injuryarean overenthusiastic student, improperalignmentandpoorteaching.”
Between15and20millionAmericanspracticeyoga,spendinganestimated$5.7billion
annuallyonclassesandaccessories.NationalYogaMonth,inSeptember,remindsusto
alwaysmakepersonalsafetyaguidingprincipleduringpracticesessions.Expertsadvise
thefollowingguidelinesforpracticinginjury-freeyoga.
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BW Many aspirants feel they have tomasteraposerightaway;thus,a“TypeA”personmayhavethemostpotentialforinjury,observesSadieNardini,NewYorkCity-basedfounderofCoreStrengthVinyasaYogaandhostofCableTV’sVieraLiving’sdailyyogashow, Rock Your Yoga.Some instructorsmayhavea vigorousTypeAattitude,aswell.“Keeplookingifyoufeelpushed,”sheadvises. Choosingastyleislessimportantthanchoosingtheinstructorbestsuitedtothestudent’sneeds.“Findingtherightteacher,”saysNardini,“iskindoflikedating.Keeplookinguntilyoufindyourmatch.”
Proven GuidelinesHere are some safe approaches andinjury-preventiontipsfromexperiencedyogis. Research the teacher. Investigatea yoga instructor’s credentials beforesigningupforaclass,advisesMeredithMontgomery, a board member of theYogaHealthFoundationandpublisherofNatural Awakenings’Mobile/Baldwinedition.Readtheinstructor’sbiographytoverifyhisorherprofessionaltraining,
certification and level of experience.YogaAlliance.org maintains a well-respected registry of instructors thathavebeencertifiedasregisteredyogateachers(RYT). Analyze the class level.Considerthenameoftheclass,plusthelevelofadvancement.Newstudentsmaywantto begin with a gentle, restorative oryin-typeclass.Toreduceanyrisk,“Signupforclassesthatareonelevellowerthanwhereyouare,”advisesFishman.Askhowmanystudentsareallowedinthe class; a smaller size means moreone-on-oneattention. Speak out. “Don’tbeafraidtoaskquestions,” Fishman emphasizes; getto the class early, introduce yourselftotheteacherandperhapsauditvari-ous classes. Good instructors alwaysask students about their health andfitnesshistory. Look for special needs groups. “Youcangetreallyspecificinchoosingtherightyogaclass,whetheritfocusesonbackcareorothertherapeuticyoga,”notesNardini. Exercise caution.Certainareasofthebody,liketheback,neckandlimbs,
areparticularlypronetoinjury,coun-selsHartman.“Twistingandcontortingposescancauseunduepressure,” sotakethingsslowlyandstopifpainoc-curs. Practice correct alignment. Expertsagree that proper alignment is key toinjury-freeyoga.“There’salottoproperalignment;it’sintegraltobeingayogateacher,”saysFishman.Agoodonewillwalktheroomtomakesureeveryonehasthecorrect form,keepingthever-tebraemoreor less in line,even inatwistingpose. Seek modifying options.Instructorsmustteachmodificationsinposestoac-commodatetheindividual,oftenusingpropssuchasblocksandstraps. Learn to breathe. Properbreathingcannotbeoveremphasized.“Kripalu’steaching methodology, for example,emphasizes coordinating movementwith breath because it is one of theleadingways toprevent injury,”Hart-mansays. Go with a teacher that under-stands anatomy.A teacher with sucha background knows not only howmusclesmove,butalsohowtheymovetogether. Experts in yoga understandkinesiology—thenaturalsynergiesandlimits tomuscleand jointmovement,accordingtoFishman.Nardini furtheremphasizestheimportanceofteachingtransitionsbetweenposes. Consider prior injuries. “Peoplethinkofyogaasahealingpractice.Thatdoesnot[necessarily]meanitwillhelphealapreviousinjury,”saysNardini.“It’spossibleyoucanmakeitevenworse.”Thosewithpreviousinjuries,pluselderlyindividualsandexpectantmothers,musttakeextrasafetyprecautions. Rememberthatyogaisnotaboutcompetition.“Don’tbeafraidtotakeatimeout,”saysFishman.“Orgointoachild’sormodifiedchild’spose ifyouneedto.” In the end, “Yoga is aboutincreasing awareness of the body.Awell-schooled yoga teacher intendsto create individual, empoweringexperiences,”concludesHartman. Lynda Bassett is a freelance writer based near Boston, MA. Connect at LyndaBassett.com.
Yoga is renowned for increasing physical
flexibility, balance and range of motion, while
decreasing stress. Yet, as with any form of exercise, injuries may result from
improper practice.
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inspiration
PainterFranckdeLasMercedes,ofNewYork City, has combined apair of hopeful concepts—world
peaceandfreeartforall—inaquicklybroadeningartinitiativeinspiredbyan“Aha!”momentatthelocalpostoffice. “IhadalwayspaintedontheboxesI shippedmypaintings in,” relates thenativeNicaraguan.“Oneday,apostalclerk commented thatmyboxeswerelikeworksofart.IthoughtabouthowIhadpromptedtheworkertopauseinhereverydayroutineandwondered,‘WhatifIsharedmypaintingontheoutsideofabox,ratherthantheinside,andwhatifitcarriedamessageofpeace?’” Sincethatpivotal2006encounter,the artist has sent more than 10,600abstractly painted, pre-paid boxes,labeledwithmessageslike,“HandlewithCare: Contains Peace,” to individualsin70 countries, aspart of his PriorityBoxesArt Project. Each empty box issymbolically“full”ofmeaning,engagingthethoughtoftherecipientaswellasthesender,plustheinterpretationofallthosehandlingitthroughoutitspostaljourney. De Las Mercedes hopes that hispainted-message boxes will stimulatenew ways of communicating throughart.Hemaintains,“Weshouldn’thavetowaitforworldleaderstotakeastandor createpeace; it canbegin throughinterpersonaldialogue.” While many people write to theartistrequestingboxesforthemselves,others order them for loved ones.Requests vary widely, from a deathrowinmatethataskedforaboxforhisdaughter and a mom that wanted togiveonetoherson,aleukemiasuffererwhosedailyhighlightwasatriptothefamily mailbox.The brightly painted
To request a box, make a donation or start a local peace art project, visit fdlmStudio.com/PriorityBoxes.html.
April Thompson is a freelance writer i n Wa s h i n g t o n , D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.
PEACE MAILSpreading Good Will on Earth Through Art
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boxes also haveh e l p e d r e c o n c i l efeuding friends and familymembers, serving as a peace offeringfrom one to the other. It all helps tobring feelings of greater peace andunderstandingtothehumanrace,onepersonatatime. More than 100 schools acrossthe United States have adopted theproject, with students creating theirownversionsof thepeacebox in theclassroom. School-sponsored peaceboxes reach patients in hospitals andmilitary personnel overseas and havebeenusedininterschoolboxexchangesto support anti-bullying campaigns.It would be difficult to find a groupthat couldn’t benefit from such freshinspiration.
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Functional Medicine
Taking the Whole Toolbox Approach
by kathleen barnes
“Conventionalmedicineislikeacarpenter thatonlyhasahammertoworkwith,while
functionalmedicinedoctorsareworkingwitha full toolkit,” says theauthorofFrom Fatigued to Fantastic, NationalMedical Director of Fibromyalgia &FatigueCenters,Dr.JacobTeitelbaum,ofKona,Hawaii. Conventionalmedicineaddressessymptomsinsteadofdiseases,explainsLos Angeles functional medicinepractitioner Dr. Hyla Cass, author of8 Weeks to Vibrant Health: A Take Charge Plan for Women. “It tends totreatthesymptomswithmoreandmoremedicationsthatcauseahostofothersideeffectsthatalsoneedtobetreatedandcanresultindeclininghealth,ratherthanincreasedvitality.” “Functional medicine, ratherthansimply‘chasingsymptoms’whileignoring the causes, searches for andaddresses environmental factors,nutritional deficiencies, genetictendencies, biochemical dysfunctionsandemotionalandsocialstressorsthatcan together cause the developmentof symptoms,” adds Dr. AdielTel-Oren.HeoperatesEco-HealthClinicsinternationally (the U.S. site is inMinneapolis, Minnesota) and servesas president emeritus and professorof nutrition and functional medicinewiththeCalifornia-basedUniversityof
NaturalMedicine. In every case, it takes someinvestigationtogettotheheartoftheproblems,and thesolutionscan takemanyforms.“Forexample,depression,insomniaandobesityaren’tdiseases;theyaresymptoms,”saysCass.“Ifwecanfindtheunderlyingcauseofthesesymptoms,wecanaddresstheproblempermanently.” An allopathic approach, on theotherhand,wouldroutinelyrecommenda pill to lower temperature for highfever,prescribeasyntheticpilltoelevate
mood in treating depression, or lookto pharmacological anti-inflammatorydrugsforsimpleimmunereactions. Tel-Oren is among those thatlink a vast number of illnesses tostress: “Diverse conditions suchas f ibromyalgia, irri table bowelsyndrome, heart disease, diabetes,moodandcognitivedisorders,variousautoimmune disorders, premenstrualsyndrome, temporomandibularjoint issues, chronic pelvic pain,interstitial cystitis, chronic low backpain,chemicalandfoodsensitivities,allergies,asthmaandcancerallseemtosharecommoncoursesofformation.The common denominator for thesedisturbances appears to be chronicstress.” Dr. Mark Hyman, chair of theInstitute for Functional Medicine, inLenox, Massachusetts, elaborates:“Functional medicine seeks to createbalanceinthebodybylookingatsevenkeys to achieving wellness: nutrition,hormones, inflammation, digestion,detoxification,energymetabolismandacalmmind.Weworkthroughtheentiresystem, help people identify patternsandreturnthebodytobalance.” Hyman is a strong advocate ofnutrition as the basis for restoringbalancetothebody.“Foodisthemostpowerful medicine we have, morepowerfulthananydrug,morepowerfulthananythingyou’lleverfindinapillbottle,”hesays.
healingways
Once called “alternative” medicine, then “holistic” or “comple-mentary” and later “integrative”, the newest evolution is“functional”medicine,designedtosearchouttheunderlyingcausesofillnessesinordertocarryouteffectivetreatment.
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Teitelbaum notes, “Conventionalmedicineisbasicallyrunoneconomics,sodoctorsaretooofteninfluencedbydrug company marketing messagesmasqueradingassciencethatencourageexpensivetreatments,regardlessoftheirtoxicity.”Instarkcontrast,“Functionalmedicine instead looks for the lowestcost treatment that is supported bymedicalevidence.”
Conventional Medicine Case in PointF i b r o m y a l g i a , f o r e x a m p l e ,
encompasses a basket of symptoms,usually beginning with overall bodypainwith specificpainpoints.Othercommon symptoms can includeextreme fatigue, facial pain, irritablebowel syndrome, memory loss andbrain fog,depression,numbness andtingling, palpitations, insomnia andheadaches,includingmigraines. “Untilafewyearsago,conventionalmedicinedecidedyouwerecrazyifyoucomplainedofthesesymptoms,”advisesTeitelbaum. “Then some expensivemedications came out—promoted by
$210millionayear inadvertising; sonow, patients are instead being toldto take medications with lots of sideeffects.” Themostcommonconventionallyprescribeddrugsforfibromyalgiatargetsymptoms of insomnia, depression,nervepainandinflammation.AccordingtoTeitelbaum, the vast majority ofpeopletreatingwiththesemedicationscontinue to experience the samesymptoms over a five-year period;only 25 to 35 percent report someimprovement. I t ’s d i f f i cu l t t o de t e rm inehow many Americans suffer fromf ibromyalgia because many goundiagnosed (the average time fromonset of symptoms to diagnosis isfive years). Cure4Fibromyalgia.comestimates that 5 millionAmericans,or approximately 2 percent of thepopulation,sufferfromthisdisease.
F u n c t i o n a l M e d i c i n e Alternative“Functional medicine practitionersrecognizethatfibromyalgiarepresentsan energy crisis in the body and usesimple, appropriate and effectivetreatmentswithnoharmfulsideeffects,”saysTeitelbaum. “Most often I use aSHINEprotocolthatIdeveloped,basedon 30 years of treating patients withchronicfatigueandfibromyalgia,witha90percentsuccessrate.” His is just one example of theway functional medicine would treata difficult-to-diagnose and to treatdisease.Cassusesfunctionalmedicinevery effectively against depression,addictionandahostofwomen’shealthissues.Hymanspecializesinmanagingdiabetesandobesitywith the toolsoffunctionalmedicine. “If other medicines worked aswell as treatments used in functionalmedicine,I’dusethem,buttheydon’t,”concludes Hyman. “My HippocraticOathsaysImusthelprelievesuffering.Icandothatwiththetoolsthatfunctionalmedicinegivesme.”
Kathleen Barnes is a natural health advocate, author and publisher. EightWeekstoVibrantHealth:ATakeChargePlan forWomen is among her many books. Visit KathleenBarnes.com.
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Bythetimeachildis5or6,heorsheshouldbeabletounderstandhowanallowanceworksandthe
reasonsforreceivingit.Whendecidingtopayachildanallowance,thefamilyshouldfirsttalktogetherabouthowheorshewillbeusingthemoney. Is theplan tosave itorspend it?Will a parent need to approve anypurchases?Learningtoconsistentlyputawayaportioninasavingsaccountandperhapsgiftanotherportiontocharitybecome valuable life lessons. Manyparents adopt the “three piggy bank”methodtoteachtheselessons. My20yearsofexperienceworkingwith parents and teens has shaped apractical framework of four provenstrategies to help a family wiselycommunicatethismutualcommitmentandsetparameters,includingapolicyastotheamountandfrequencyofpayment.Allowancedecisionscandifferfromonechildtothenextinthesamefamily. Personal responsibility:Thereshould be no financial reward forthingsthatchildrenneedtodofortheirownhealthanddevelopment,suchasresponsiblyheadingtobedontimeafterbrushingtheirteeth.Onefathersharedthathehadtopayhissontobrushhisteetheverymorningandnight,sowhowasincharge? Family or social responsibility:Tasks that contribute to the family orsocialenvironmentshouldnotresultinfinancialreward,suchaswashingthedishesorreadingtoayoungersibling.Onemother,afterexplainingtheplantoherchildrenandconsistentlyapplyingit,sawtheirattitudetransforminjusta
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Making AllowancesLearning to Manage Money at a Young Age
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coupleofweeks.Insteadoffighting,thethreekidsnowworktogethereachnighttocleanupafterdinnerwithoutarguing. Paying for completion of specific tasks:Determineandagreetoguidelinesthatincludethegeneraltasksordutiesthatareexpected, theperformanceofwhichwillresultinearningthespecifiedallowance. By defining what is overand above personal, family or socialresponsibility, parents encourage andrewardchildren for theirextraefforts.Thosesamekidsagreeablycleaningupaftermealsmayalsobethinkingofextrachoresaroundthehousetoearntheirallowances. E n c o u r a g i n g a c h i l d ’ s entrepreneurial spirit:Inspirechildrentothinkofcreativewaystoearnmoneyand watch in pleased amazement athowcreative theybecomewhentheyreally want something. One 12-year-oldnowhasabusinesscollectingcansfromallofhisneighborsandisearning$100everyotherweek.Hewasabletobuythefasterskateboardhewantedandevenjustifieditasabusinessexpense,becausehecouldcollectthecansmorequicklywithit. Providing structure and enablingcommunicationinafamily’sapproachto allowances is critical to ensuringthatchildrenlearngoodmoneyhabitsthat will serve them well for life. It’sa mutually constructive way to teachprinciplesrelatedtotheimportanceofsaving, spending less than they earnand consistently giving back to theircommunity. The answer to the question ofwhether or not to pay a child anallowanceandunderwhatconditionsrestswiththeparents.Thegreaterandmorevitalquestioniswhatmindsetdotheywanttocreateandnurturewithintheir children: a sense of entitlementor an entrepreneurial spirit? Thefoundationalchoiceistheirs.
Sharon Lechter is CEO of Pay Your Family First, creator of the ThriveTime for Teens life and money reality board game and co-author of OutwittingtheDevil,ThreeFeetfromGold and RichDadPoorDad. A recognized financial education expert, she is a member of the National CPAs Financial Literacy Commission. Learn more at SharonLechter.com.
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2Vermiculture Display – 10am-3pm. Gardens vol-unteer David Jester talks about pillbugs, redworms, grubs and mealworms, and how they help return nutrients to the Earth. Free with admission. Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N Alvernon Way. 520-326-9686. TucsonBotanical.org.
Geology and Wildlife for Families – 1:30pm. Edu-cational activities. Carr House Visitor Information Center. More info: HuachucaMountains.org.
Benefits of Animal Reiki – 1-2:15pm. Join Andra’s Animal Reiki Therapy for this presentation by Andra S. Ewton. Free. The Center for Advanced Energy Therapeutics, 1976 N Kolb Rd. RSVP required: 520-882-0292, [email protected], AndraART.com.
EFT Drop-in Group – Sundays, 3-4:30pm. Don’t let stress build up, be emotionally free from everyday worries, stress, anxiety, pain or negative behaviors. Maria Kingsley, EFT Practitioner: 520-780-0170.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3Prickly Pear Cactus Fruit Classes – 10:30am. Author Jean Groen teaches how to harvest and cook with prickly pear fruit in season. $9, $4.50/ages 5-12, free/under 5, includes admission. Boyce Thomp-son Arboretum, Hwy 60, Superior. 520-689-2811. AZStateParks.com.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4PsychoNeuroImmunology: How Challenge Boosts Vitality – 9am-3pm. With Patrick Moore. 5 CE hours. $110. A Rich Experience, 7435 N Oracle Rd, Ste 101. 520-544-8086. ARichExperience.com.
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Heart Healthy Series – Tuesdays, Sept 4-Nov 20. 4-7pm. Instruction from physicians, nurses, coun-selors, and more. Includes Risk Factor evaluations; label reading; how to make healthy choices; stress reduction techniques; and much more. Information/registration, Richy Feinberg: 520-797-2281.
Archaeology Café: Preserving a 20th-Century Down-town – 5:30-7:30pm. The Tucson Historic Preserva-tion Foundation discuss the latest developments in downtown preservation projects at a no-host dinner. Casa Vicente Restaurante Español, 375 S Stone Ave. Reservations: 520-882-6946 x 16.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5Birding at Sweetwater Wetlands – 8-9:30am. Birding expert Doris Evans leads a walk for ages 12 and older to see a variety of wintering and migrating birds and raptors along easy trails. Free. Sweetwater Wetlands, 2667 W Sweetwater Dr. Reservations required: 520-615-7855 or [email protected].
UA Cancer Center Monthly Educational Sup-port Meeting – 12-1:30pm. Topic: Write To Heal: Embodying Positive Values Handed Down In Our Families. With Deborah Mayaan, MA and Rabbi Stephanie Aaron. University of Arizona Cancer Center, Rm 2920, 1515 N Campbell Ave. Kathleen Pickrel: 520-694-4786.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6International Gem and Jewelry Show – Sept 6-9. 10am-6pm. Jewelry, gems, gifts, cut stones, find-ings, Swarovski crystals, pearls, amber, minerals, stone decor and more. Jewelry-making classes daily. $8. Tucson Expo Center, 3750 E Irvington Rd. 213-629-3030.
Women Impacting Tucson – 11:20am-1pm. Guest speakers are Johanna Duffek of Communities in Schools Arizona, and mayoral aide Andrew Greenhill. $30, $20 with a reservation made by Sept. 6. Arizona Inn, 2200 E Elm St. Reservation: 520-323-3100 or ArizonaInn.com/WIT.
Monsoon Nectar Demonstration – 2-5pm. 100% nat-ural and organic skin care. Experience multi-purpose products for your face, body, and hair. Free samples. New Frontiers Natural Market, 1420 Arizona 89A, Sedona. 928-282-6311, MonsoonNectar.com.
Habitat for Humanity Tucson Accepting Applications for Homeowners – 5:30-7pm. Attend a free informa-tion session to learn more about how to qualify for a Habitat home and a zero-interest mortgage. Habitat for Humanity Tucson, 621 W Lester St. 520-326-1217 x 212. HabitatTucson.org/Own.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7World Harmony: Can It Happen? – 6:30-7:30pm. Guest panelists attorney Bill Risner, Black Box Voting board member Jim March, and co-founder of Audit-AZ discuss “Will Your Vote Count in the Upcoming Election?” Free. Access Tucson, 124 E Broadway Blvd. Register: 520-722-2837.
IONS Tucson presents “The Questions We Live By” – 6:30-8pm. Carla Woody, MA, CHT, author of Standing Stark and Calling Our Spirits Home: Gate-ways to Full Consciousness. $5 suggested donation. 520-399-8285. IonsTucson.org.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 89/11 Run, Walk and Remember 5k – A 5K fun run and walk honors first responders’ and military response to the 9/11 tragedy. $30, $25 if registered before Sept 7. Crossroads at Silverbell Park, 7548 N Silverbell Rd. Register: Active.com/Running.
WaterSmart Landscapes for Homeowners – 9am-12pm, Hands-On Water-Wise Garden Design; 10am-12pm, Greywater Rebate Seminar. Free. Pima County Cooperative Extension, 4210 N Campbell Ave. Registration required, SmartScape Program: 520-626-5161, [email protected].
Watergardening Possibilities – Sept 8-9. 9am-3pm. A self-guided tour of eight water gardens in and around Tucson. Tucson Koi and Water Gardens, 3372 N Dodge Blvd. 520-760-5565.
Bisbee Garden Tour – 10am. Self-guided tour of established gardens in the historic district and a va-riety of gardens in the Warren district. $15. Tickets & maps available in front of the Mining and Historical Museum at 5 Copper Queen Plaza. 520-432-3554.
International Day of Literacy – 10am-2pm. Games, food, music and dance performances by school and community groups, free books to take home and a tour of the Pima County Public Library Bookmobile celebrate and encourage literacy. Rudy Garcia Park, 5001 S Nogales Hwy. [email protected].
Meditation: One Pointed Attention –10-11am. Join us as we explore how the process of meditation can bring greater harmony into your life. Unity of Tucson 3617 N Camino Blanco Annex Room 3. 520-603-1558, Santmat.net.
Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide – 1:30-3pm. Documentary addresses how oppressed people around the world create solutions to problems in health care, education and economic empowerment. Free. Woods Memorial Branch Library, 3455 N First Ave. 520-594-5445.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9Sierra Vista Garden Tour – 10am. A tour of low-water landscapes and xeriscape gardens. Free. Sierra Vista. 458-8278 x 2141 or Waterwise.Arizona.edu.
Potluck – 12:15pm, bring what you like to eat and 1:30pm, film The Magic Hand of Chance. A true store. Making the impossible possible can be tricky. See how it’s done. $5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-3300.
Intro to Quantum Lightweaving – Sept 9 & 10. 1-4pm, Sun; 6:30-9:30pm, Mon. Come play in the quantum field of endless possibilities. Space lim-ited. $30. NMC Fountain Plaza Bldg, Event Center. Marcey DiCaro: 520-490-4149.
BraveHeart Women Resonate Chapter Meeting – 1-4pm. What’s all this about Divine Feminine en-ergy? Let’s look at what’s blocking and step into it. Mention Natural Awakenings, receive free pass ($40 value). Viscount Suites Hotel. Reserve seat. Sarah 520-290-3070, [email protected].
Rebuilding the Foundations of Health – 1-6pm. A 3-month series with weekly sessions helping you change your eating habits, purchasing of food and how you see food. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. Dr Saber &Arlene Siegel: 520-318-1478, [email protected].
Reiki Level 2 Attunement – 1-6pm. Learn distance healing, Byosen scanning and other advanced teach-ings of Usui Reiki. Class size is limited to four. $150 includes manual and certificate. Central Tucson. Ann Baldwin, PhD: 520-795-4048. [email protected]. Mind-Body-Science.com.
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12WaterSmart Landscapes for Homeowners – 8:30sm-12:30pm, Residential Drip Irrigation; 9-11am, Rainwater Harvesting. Free. Pima County Coopera-tive Extension, 4210 N Campbell Ave. Registration required, SmartScape Program: 520-626-5161, [email protected].
Orientation for Prospective TMA Docents – 10am. An informational meeting for anyone interested art and in learning about how docents support the Tucson Museum of Art. Free. 140 N Main Ave. 520-625-1217.
Block Party – 10am-12pm. Sunrise at River Road, a senior living home, is having a block party. Music, food, and fun: 10am, Tucson Trivia; 11am, Zumba® fitness class; 1pm, Pet Therapy presentation. Free lunch available. Sunrise at River Road, 4975 N 1st Ave. 520-888-8400.
Free Introductory Class to The Writers Stu-dio – 6:30-8:30pm. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. Eleanor Kedney: 520-743-8214 or [email protected].
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13Critical Conversations – 10am-12pm. Are you or someone you know facing advanced illness? Be informed. Know your resources. Face your fears and find your way. Interfaith Community Services, 2820 W Ina Rd. 520-400-0274. PassagesEducation.org.
UA Poetry Center Reading – 7pm. C.D. Wright reads poetry selections. Free. UA Poetry Center, 1508 E Helen St. 520-626-3765. Poetry.Arizona.edu.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14Master Series Level 1 Intensive – Sept 14-16. CE’s available for massage therapy. Kenyan Ranch, Tumacacori. Marcey DiCaro: 520-490-4149, [email protected]. For info: QuantumLightweaving.com.
Fall Art Showcase – 4-7pm. Innovative Lighted Paper Sculptures by Jeanne Fellow. Free. Crizmac Art Marketplace, 1642 N Alvernon Way. More info: 520-834-7800, [email protected].
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15Beads of Courage 5k and 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk – 7:30am. Benefits Beads of Courage, Inc., a Tucson-based charity that provides arts programs for children coping with cancer. Agua Linda Farm. Register & cost: Taggrun.com.
Apple Harvest Celebration – Sept 15-16. 7:30am-5:30pm. Families enjoy a hayride ride to pick apples from the orchard. Free. Apple Annie’s Pro-duce and Pumpkins, 2081 W Hardy Rd, Willcox. 520-384-2084.
Fall Arts and Crafts Show – 9am-3pm. More than three-dozen members of the Tucson Arts and Crafts Association exhibit and sell their works. Free. Tanque Verde Ranch, 14301 E Speedway Blvd. 520-797-1751. TucsonArtsAndCrafts.org.
Health Awareness Fair – 10am-4pm. The Arizona Health Awareness Group will be holding its 2nd Health Fair. Join us for various healing modalities at very affordable prices. $20 for 20-/30-minute treat-ments. New Moon Haven. Deb Wood: 520-449-4892. NewMoonHaven.com.
Habitat for Humanity Tucson Accepting Applica-tions for Homeowners – 11am-12:30pm. Attend a free information session to learn more about how to qualify for a Habitat home and a zero-interest mort-gage. Miller-Golflinks Library, 9640 E Golf Links Rd. 520-326-1217 x 212. HabitatTucson.org/Own.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16Special Guest Speaker: Edwene Gaines – 10-11:30am. Workshop, 2-4:30pm. At the Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebration Services and afternoon workshop. Nickerson Audi-torium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712. 520-319-1042, [email protected], TucsonCSL.org.Inversion Play Day – 11-1pm. Yoga workshop for those interested in learning inversions and playing around with the postures in a non-competitive en-vironment. 4425 N. Campbell Ave. Register online: Myselfcentered.com/schedule.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18The Relationship of Energy Work – 9am-4pm. With Patrick Moore. 6 CE hours. $132 A Rich Experi-ence, 7435 N Oracle Rd, Ste 101. 520-544-8086. ARichExperience.com.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20Annual Greek Festival – Sept 20-23. Authentic Greek food, beer and wine; live music and folk dancing; kids’ rides; cooking demonstrations; import sales; and lectures. $3, free/military or child age 12 & younger. St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 1145 E Fort Lowell Rd. 520-888-0505.Harvest Festival – 3-6pm. A bean stomp, dance party and potluck. Free. Native Seeds/SEARCH Conser-vation Farm, 42 San Antonio Rd. NativeSeeds.org.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22Catalina State Park Trail Race – 6:30am. Events for walkers and runners of all skill levels cover a three-trail course including a stair climb. $35-$55. Catalina State Park, Oracle Rd. 520-797-7867. Register: EveryoneRuns.net.Wellness Day – 12:30-5:30pm. Four sessions of alternative healing for $50 including, Hypnotherapy, EFT, Acupuncture, Soul Healing, Life Coaching, Reiki, Aromatherapy, Massage, Nutrition Counseling, etc. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. Info: 520-303-6042 or [email protected] Retreat: Meditations for Relaxation – Ses-sion 1: 2-3pm; Session 2: 3:30-4:30pm; Session 3: 5-6:pm. Escape the stress and worries of the day and move into the stillness of your own mind. Excellent for beginners. $5/session, $12/day. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.Cooks and Chords Benefit for Multiple Sclerosis – 6-9pm. Acoustic music, a raffle, a silent auction and stations of chef-prepared dishes paired with spirits. Chinese Cultural Center, 1288 W River Rd. 520-455-3958. Tickets & info: ArizonaMS.org.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23Discovering the Desert’s Bounty – 2-4pm. Workshop on how the desert’s variety of trees, cacti and plants have been used by indigenous communities. $17.50 includes park admission. Tubac Presidio State His-toric Park, 1 Burruel St. Reservations recommended: 520-398-2252.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25AIWC Meeting – “Trauma and the Body” with Adena Bank Lees & Dr. Marlo Archer. For details: AZIntegrative.org.
Breakthrough Weight Loss Seminar – 8pm. Free seminar to learn about a new breakthrough technology showing you how to “finally lose your weight and keep it off.” Emeritus, 8151 E Speedway. Dr. John R. Keifer: 520-577-1717.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival – Sept 27-29. 10am-5pm. Representatives of sewing, quilting and embroidery machines and other sewing and creative-arts vendors show their latest tools, supplies and patterns. Free. Tucson Expo Center, 3750 E Irvington Rd. 520-750-8000. QuiltCraftSew.com.
Tucson Oktoberfest – Sept 27-30. A family festival with food, beverages, a range of entertainment, a kids’ activity area, and more than 100 arts and crafts vendors. Hi Corbett Field, 3400 E Camino Campestre. 520-327-9467.
Creating Breast Health – 5:30-7pm. Learn reflexol-ogy protocol for breast health and lymph drainage. Women only. $40 prepaid. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. Jane McCutchen: 520-270-5020.
FRIDAY, SEPT 28THWo(men), Wine, & Wellness, An event to support Go Red for Women to decrease heart disease – 6-8pm. Enjoy food, wine, live music, art, and wonderful people. 4425 N Campbell Ave. RSVP: Myselfcen-tered.com/schedule.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29Autumn Moon Festival – Enjoy dinner, moon cakes, paper lanterns, dancing and other Chinese traditions related to harvest time. $15, $10/member, $5/child, free child who brings a paper lantern. Tucson Chinese Cultural Center, 1288 W River Rd. 520-292-6900.TreeHouse Farm Festival – 12-4pm. Part farm tour and part farmers’ market. Hands-on projects, garden-ing classes, and a chance to meet the farm animals and eat strawberries from the vine in a greenhouse. $5. TreeHouse Farm, 116 Camino Agave, Elgin. 520-576-0066.
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Bruno Groening Circle of Friends Community Hours – Sept 15. Help, healing on the Spiritual Path. Free. University of Arizona Medical Center, 1501 N Campbell Ave, Room E, cafeteria. Evey Weiss-man: 520-904-4801, [email protected]. Bruno-Groening.org/English.
Miracle Marketplace – 8am-5pm, Sun & Sat. Fresh organic produce at the Monterey Court Farmers’ Market. New vendors always welcome. Ample park-ing. 505 W Miracle Mile, one block west of Oracle Rd at 14th Ave. 520-207-2429 x 2, [email protected], MontereyCourtAZ.com.
Silent Prayer and Meditation – 8:50-9:30am. Enjoy the peace of shared silence in spiritual community. Unity Church of Peace welcomes all who wish to explore their innate Wholeness. 1551 S Eastside Loop, Ste 121. 520-546-3696. [email protected].
Community Meditation –9-9:45am. Various styles of meditation are offered. Open to beginning medi-tators and experienced ones looking for a sangha to meditate with. Free. Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222 or YogaConnection.org.
God Dwells Within – 9-10am: Meditation. 10-11am: Service. Inspirational services harmonize body, mind, and soul with Paramahansa Yogananda’s timeless, scientific methods of yoga meditation. Tucson Meditation Group of Self-Realization Fel-lowship, 1702 E Prince Rd, Ste 140. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.com.
Mystic Messengers Psychic Fair – 9am-4pm. 1st Sun (2nd Sun if a holiday). Readers, healers, in-tuitives, vendors. Admission free. Readings and healings: $20 for 15 mins. Windmill Suites, St Philip’s Plaza (Campbell & River). 520-742-9905. ReadersAndHealers.com.
Practical Christianity with Applications for Day To Day Living – 9am & 11am. Learn how. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-577-3300.
Tucson Farmers’ Market at St. Philips Plaza – 9am-1pm. Organic produce, fresh baked goods, custom blended teas, fresh roasted coffees, range-fed meats, gourmet soups and sauces, tamales and more. Inter-section of River & Campbell. 520-882-2157.
Yogananda Gathering – 9am. 3rd Sun. Attune to Yogananda’s teachings through chanting, medita-tion affirmations, readings and the beautiful Festival of Light ceremony. Talk “Egotism and Desire: The Thieves of Happiness.” Food and fellowship fol-lows. 1002 E Prince Rd. Elizabeth: 520-299-9309. AnandaArizona.org.
Advice for Life and Prayers for World Peace – 10am. Everyone welcome. Free. Kadampa Meditation Cen-ter, Arizona (formerly Tara Center), 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.
Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebra-tion Services – 10am, meditation; 10:30-11:30am, service. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712. 520-319-1042, [email protected], TucsonCSL.org.
Inspirational Services – 10am-2pm. Word of in-spiration, healing, meditation, psychic messages. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-327-0142. Are you “Spiritual but not religious?” – 10:30am. Join us as we explore practical, positive teachings that will transform your life. Child care available. Unity Church of Peace, 1551 S Eastside Loop, Ste 121. 520-546-3696. [email protected] Interfaith Church Services – 11am. Sunday Celebration Service, healing the planet, honoring all religions as legitimate pathways to God. Rev. George Wrigley. 6265 N La Canada, at Orange Grove, SW corner. 520-861-8734. CommunityInterfaithChurch.com. Sunday Service – 11am. Coffee & conversation, 10:30am. Celebrating the Unity of God and Man, Worship, Healing, Prophesy. The Temple of Uni-versality. Masonic Temple, 3590 N. Country Club Rd., Country Club & Prince. Founder Rev. Betty Tatalajski: 520-884-5340. [email protected]. TheTempleOfUniversality.org.Church of Mankind Services – 2pm. Come to the healing chair and receive laying-on of hands or messages from your Angels and Guides during ser-vices. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave. 520-461-2910, 520-790-7374.EFT Drop-In Group – 3-4:30pm. Don’t let stress or discomfort take the fun out of life. Feel relief and free of anxiety, worries, pain or lack. Tap it away. Learn how to and benefit from group energy. Maria Kings-ley, EFT Practitioner. Swan & Pima. 520-780-0170.Curves Laughter YogHA Club – 5:30pm. Free and open to the public. 2816 N Campbell Ave, Albertson’s Center, northeast corner Glenn & Campbell. Gita: 520-777-7544.Sunday Feast and Festival – 5:30-8pm. Musical mantra chanting: 5:30pm. Spiritual discourse: 6pm. Ancient Arati ceremony consisting of music, chanting, and dancing: 6:30pm. Govinda’s leg-endary 7-course feast: 7pm. $3. Govinda’s Natu-ral Foods, 711 E Blacklidge Dr. 520-792-0630. GovindasOfTucson.com.Self-Realization Fellowship – 6-8pm. Tucson Meditation Group. Teachings of Paramahansa Yo-gananda. 1702 E Prince Rd, Ste 140. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.com.Satsang of Swami Amar Jyoti – 7:30pm. Wisdom Teachings of classical, universal spirituality, chant-ing and meditation. Library and bookshop open at 6:30pm. Aarati (worship) at 7pm. Free. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384.
mondayAarati at Jyoti Mandir (Temple of Light) – 6:30am & 7pm, daily. You are welcome for Sanskrit Chant-ing, Worship and Meditation every day morning and evening. Free. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384.Green Valley Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Organic produce, organic meats and eggs, prepared food, baked items, body care products, coffee, teas, jams, jellies, soaps, artisans and live music. La Posada, Con-tinental and S Park Centre Ave. Ed: 520-603-8116.
Habitat for Humanity Tucson Accepting Applications for Homeowners – 1-3:30pm. Attend a free informa-tion session to learn more about how to qualify for a Habitat home and a zero-interest mortgage. Mission Branch Library, 3770 S Mission Rd. 520-326-1217 x 212. HabitatTucson.org/Own.
Path of the Shaman – Sept 29-30. 1-5pm, Sat; 1-4pm, Sun. With Jim Davis. A 2-day Initiation into Shamanic Journeying and direct revelation with Spirit guides/Power animals. $65/in advance, $75/at door. New Moon Haven. 520-825-9044. NewMoonHaven.com.
Psychic Fair: Church Fundraiser – 2-5pm. Variety of readings: Spiritual One-on-One, Crystal ball, Ab-stract Art, Psychometry, Sea shells, Tarot Cards and Tea. All proceeds go to the Hi church. $20/15-min reading. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave. 520-461-2910, 520-790-7374.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30Meditation Teacher Training –We aim to deepen the effectiveness of meditation instruction through an advanced teacher training and certification program. Courses available live and online. No experience necessary. [email protected], http://ItsMoreThanYouThink.org/.
Eric Hansen’s Benefit Concert – 2pm. Our beloved Eric has gazillion medical bills. David Prouty, Mike Padilla, Rachel Allen, Anna Mello, Barbara and Bill Harris will perform. Donation $15-$50. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-270-5000.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3Critical Conversations – 1-3pm. Are you or someone you know facing advanced illness? Be informed. Know your resources. Face your fears and find your way. Rincon Congregational, United Church of Christ, 122 N Craycroft. 520-400-0274. PassagesEducation.org.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 BraveHeart Women Resonate Chapter Meeting – 1-4pm. What’s all this about Divine Feminine energy? Let’s look at what’s blocking and step into it. Mention Natural Awakenings, receive free pass ($40 value). Viscount Suites Hotel. Reserve seat. Sarah 520-290-3070, [email protected].
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 114th Annual Multifaith Pride Service – 7-9pm. Heart and blessings dedicated to celebrating the lives and relationships of Tucson’s LGBTQ community. Raise funds for Habitat for Humanity’s Rainbow Build. Grace St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2331 E Adams St. 520-306-0157. HabitatTucson.org.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21Benefits of Animal Reiki – 1-2:15pm. Join Andra’s Animal Reiki Therapy for this presentation by Andra S. Ewton. Free. The Center for Advanced Energy Therapeutics, 1976 N Kolb Rd. RSVP required: 520-882-0292, [email protected], AndraART.com.
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BWWhite Eagle World Healing Meditations – 10-11am. A nice way to begin the week using White Eagle channeled books of Spiritual Unfoldment. Start any time. Free. Metaphysics World, 2559 E Broadway Blvd. 520-884-5340. Elder Circles – 10:30am. 3rd Mon. The Wisdom Journey, a safe, respectful place for harvesting your life. A project of Center for Community Dia-logue. Requires registration at OASIS. Fee. Oasis, 2099 E River Rd. Confirm meeting: 520-298-6542. [email protected]. OurFamilyServices.org.Stillness Meditation Group – 1:30-2:30pm. For patients, families, staff and community. Free. Kiewit Auditorium Room 2951, The University of Arizona Cancer Center University Campus, 1515 N Campbell. Marsha Drozdoff, ACSW: 520-694-4605. Kathleen Pickrel, LMSW: 520-694-4786.Qigong Class – 6-7pm. A gentle practice that activates your body’s meridian pathways, loosens your joints, and clears/moves stagnant chi. Pre-payment discounts available. Caritas Center for Healing, 330 E 16th St. Oliver: 520-881-0723 or [email protected]. CaritasHealing.com.NW Global Chant – 6:30pm. 1st & 3rd Mon. Group Chanting from all spiritual traditions. No musical experience necessary. Free. Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 3601 W Cromwell Dr. 520-260-1515. 520-304-4812.Ganoderma Coffee – English Conference: Monday 7:00pm. Spanish Conference: Tuesday/Thursday 7:00pm. Learn more about Ganoderma. Consultant Luis & Alma Celaya invite you as their guest at Los Portales Restaurant, 2615 S. 6th Ave. 520-955-4398.Community Meditation – 7-8pm. Various styles of meditation are offered. Open to beginning medita-tors and experienced ones looking for a sangha to meditate with. Free. Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.
tuesdayCertified Reiki Master/Life Coach – Promote healing through stress reduction and relaxation. Learn new life skills and explore the possibilities. Practitioner, Sheryl Brown. $30/hr session. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. By appt: 520-907-8983. EnrichmentLifeCoaching.com.Community Food Bank Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Fresh food from AZ farmers, demonstrations and samples. Cash, food stamp benefits, AZ FMNP checks welcome. 3003 S Country Club. 520-622-0525. CommunityFoodBank.org. Belly Dancing for Fun – 10-11am. Women only. All belly types welcomed. DeeAnn Saber teaches you more ways to have fun with your own body. $5/seniors, $10/others. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. DeeAnn: 520-668-0039.Free Energy Field Analysis Q & A – 10am-12pm. Got a nagging health concern? Call with a specific health question and receive information unique to your health. Sponsored by The Healing Clinic - Where You Heal It. Cheryl Jeffries, Certified Practitioner. 520-309-8726.Manual Lymph Drainage – 1-5pm by appt. Support lymphatic health and manage lymphedema. Justine Robbins, MEd, LMT, Certified Lymphedema Thera-pist. Affordable to community. UMC North Sup-portive Care, 3838 N Campbell Ave. 520-694-1812.
Free Community Yoga – 2:30-3:30pm. Join us to begin, expand or enhance yoga practice. All levels of experience welcome. Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.
Ventana Plaza, Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. Organic produce, organic meats and eggs, prepared food, baked items, body care products, coffee, teas, jams, jellies, soaps, artisans and live music. Sunrise and Kolb. Ed: 520-603-8116.
Energization, Chanting and Meditation – 5pm, West or 6pm, East. Practice techniques taught by Parama-hansa Yogananda. Free. Two locations: West, 3009 N Gaia Place (Grant/Silverbell/Goret Rd), 520-743-1948. East, 4651 N Tierra Alta Dr (Catalina Hwy/Houghton). 520-607-7760. AnandaArizona.org.
Tucson Tuesday Laughter Yoga – 6-7pm. Gently through breathing and yogic exercises, we touch your heart with playful laughter designed to promote peace and healing. Free. St. Francis in the Foothills, River & Swan, Rm 30. Loti: 520-490-5500; Jana: 520-325-9036.
East Central Global Chant – 6:30pm, 4th Tues. Group chanting from all spiritual traditions. No musi-cal experience necessary. Free. Atria Valley Manor, 5549 E Lee. ActOnWisdom.com/Global-Chant.
Ascended Masters’ Introductory Classes – 6:30-7:45pm. Release Light from your Individualized I AM Presence with assistance from the ascended masters. Call for dates & location: 520-795-4147 TempleOfThePresence.org.
Taize Meditation Service – 6:45pm. 1st & 3rd Tues. Taize is a service of prayer, song, readings, silence and meditation. Free. St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 602 N Wilmot Rd at 5th St. 520-749-7950. [email protected].
Alice Bailey Books – 7pm. Presently reading Initia-tion, Human and Solar, channeled to Alice A. Bailey by Djwhal Khul. Facilitated by Rev. Inger Mason, followed by guided meditation. Start any time. Free. 520-331-5252.
Ganoderma Coffee – English Conference: Monday 7:00pm. Spanish Conference: Tuesday/Thursday 7:00pm. Learn more about Ganoderma. Consultant Luis & Alma Celaya invite you as their guest at Los Portales Restaurant, 2615 S. 6th Ave. 520-955-4398.
wednesdayHealing Touch at Arizona Oncology Resource Center – A relaxing, nurturing energy therapy that assists in balancing the mind-body-spirit. Barbara Evans-Levine and other Certified Healing Touch Practitioners. Cancer Care Center, 2625 N Craycroft, Ste 100. 520-324-2840.
Downtown Farmers’ Market & Arts and Crafts Mercado – 8am-1pm. Wed & Thurs. Fresh fruits and vegetables; arts and crafts from local artists. South lawn of the Tucson-Pima Main Library, 101 N Stone Ave. 520-326-7810.
Kundalini Yoga meets Joyology – 9:30-10:30am. With Rami Katz. For beginners and seasoned yogis alike, using humor, music and energy medicine. $8/class. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N 1st Ave. 520-209-1755. Rami: 520-405-4068.
Silent Prayer and Meditation – 9:45-10:15am. Experience the healing peace of shared Silence. All welcome who wish to explore and discover their Oneness with Spirit. Unity Church of Peace, 1551 S Eastside Loop, Ste 121. 520-546-3696. [email protected] Wednesday – 9:45-11:30am. Spiritualism/Metaphysical Law, using fun, food and friends. Facilitated by Rev. Betty Talalajski. Start any time. Free. 520-884-5340.Qigong at Arizona Oncology Resource Center – 12-1pm. Qigong is an ancient Chinese mind-body-spirit practice that boosts your immune system and brings a sense of balance and harmony. Barbara Evans-Levine, instructor. 2625 N Craycroft, NW corner of Grant/Craycroft. 520-760-0054. Eating Ayurvedically with Chef Hila – 6pm. Aligning and balancing our mind-body-soul. With a food as medicine approach. 5 elements in an exciting 5-wk series. $45/class, $200/series. The Tasteful Kitchen, 722 N Stone Ave. 520-250-9600.Global Chant – 6-7:15pm. Group Chanting from all spiritual traditions. No musical experience necessary. Free. Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (Koch Chapel), 1200 N Campbell. ActOnWisdom.com/Global-Chant.Free Tai Chi and Chi Kung – 6-7:30pm. Instruc-tion in Wu Style Tai Chi Long Form and related Chi Kung; emphasis on whole-body movement. Rm 30-31, Saint Francis in the Foothills United Methodist Church, 4625 E River Rd. 520-795-8612, [email protected] Blessing – 7:15pm. Experience divine love, inner peace, quieting of your mind, and grace through Deeksha, transference of intelligent energy. The Movement Shala, downtown. Zelie Du-vauchelle, 520-579-8844. LuminousAdventures.com. ZelieD.com. BaGua – 6-8pm. Join Tony DellaCroce for an ex-perience in this ancient internal martial art practice. Caritas Center for Healing, 330 E 16th St. Tony: [email protected]. CaritasHealing.com.Self-Realization Fellowship – 6-8pm. Tucson Medita-tion Group. Teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free. 1702 E Prince Rd, Ste 140. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.com.
thursdayFree BraveHeart Women’s Oxy Circle – 4th Thurs. Discover a scientific method to do everything with more ease. Join our meetup http://www.meetup.com/Tucson-BraveHeart-Women/. 520-290-3070.iRest® Meditation – 8-8:45am. Introduction to the basic practice of yoga nidra. Experience profound relaxation, peace and greater sense of harmony in your daily life. Free. Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.Farmers’ Market Voyager RV Resort – 9am-1pm. 2nd Thurs. Organic produce, organic meats and eggs, prepared food, baked items, body care products, coffee, teas, jams, jellies, soaps, artisans and live music. Voyager RV Resort, Kolb & Interstate 10. Ed: 520-603-8116.Free Tai Chi and Chi Kung – 11am-12:30pm. In-struction in Wu Style Tai Chi Long Form and related Chi Kung with emphasis on whole-body movement. Non-violent self-defense. Church of Christ, 2848 N Mountain Ave. 520-795-8612. [email protected].
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Manual Lymph Drainage & Massage Cupping – 12-5pm by appt. Support lymphatic health and immune function. Justine Robbins, MEd, LMT, Certified Lymphedema Therapist. Available to community. Arizona Oncology Resources, 2070 W Rudasill, Ste 100. 520-877-9038.
The Desert Crones – 1-3pm. Programs and meet-ings for women over 50. Programs include guest speakers, writing workshops, and drumming circles. Free. Fellowship Square, Villa III, 210 Maguire Ave. 520-409-3357.
BraveHeart Women’s Oxy Circle – 3pm. 4th Thurs . Discover a sc ien t i f ic method do everything with more ease. Free. Oro Valley. For questions: 520-290-3070. Join our meetup: Meetup.com/Tucson-BraveHeart-Women.
Hatha Yoga Class for Women – 4pm. Personalized therapeutic yoga in the Viniyoga tradition. Heal yourself through yoga. $10/drop-in, $42/5-class card, $75/10-class card. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. Please phone ahead: 520-743-0384.
Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Santa Cruz River. Park on the west bank of the River (one block South of Speedway & West of the I-10). BarrioHollywood.com.
BraveHeart Women Oxy Circle – 5-7pm. 1st & 3rd Thurs. Learn to de-stress and connect soul to soul. Free. Alvernon & Grant. For address: 520-290-3070. Meetup.com/Tucson-BraveHeart-Women.
Miracle Marketplace – 5-8pm. Fresh organic produce at the Monterey Court Farmers’ Market. New vendors always welcome. Ample parking. 505 W Miracle Mile, one block west of Oracle Rd at 14th Ave. 520-207-2429 x 2, [email protected], MontereyCourtAZ.com.
Yoga and Meditation – 5:15-6:45pm. As taught by Paramahansa Yogananda. Includes energization and chanting. All levels of yoga and meditation welcome. Free. 1002 E Prince Rd. Elizabeth: 520-299-9309.
Tucson Village Experience – 6-8pm. 2nd & 4th Thurs. An experiment in consciously connecting, inspiring and supporting personal and group strengths into an active network of sustainable community. Free. 510 N Stone Ave. Shift-Tucson.org.
Eastside Global Chant – 6:30pm. 1st & 3rd Thurs. Group chanting from all spiritual traditions. No musical experience necessary. Free. Sunrise Chapel, 8421 E Wrightstown Rd (between Pantano & Camino Seco). ActonWisdom.com/Global-Chant.
Qigong for Health & Energy – 6:30-7:30pm. Relax into your body with breathing, energy movement, balance exercises and gentle self-massage. Oliver Wilson has taught since 1997. $8/class, $30/5 classes. Lotus Massage & Wellness Center, 2850 E Grant. 520-881-0723. [email protected].
Eight Steps to Happiness – 7pm. Introduction to Bud-dhist Philosophy and Meditation with Western Bud-dhist nun Gen Kelsang Lingpur. Everyone welcome. First class free with this ad. Kadampa Meditation Center, Arizona (formerly Tara Center), 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.
Ganoderma Coffee – English Conference: Monday 7:00pm. Spanish Conference: Tuesday/Thursday 7:00pm. Learn more about Ganoderma. Consultant Luis & Alma Celaya invite you as their guest at Los Portales Restaurant, 2615 S. 6th Ave. 520-955-4398.
Church of Mankind Services – 7:30pm. Sun: 2pm. Come to the healing chair and receive laying-on of hands or messages from your Angels and Guides dur-ing services. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave. 520-461-2910, 520-790-7374.
Satsang of Swami Amar Jyoti – 7:30pm. Wisdom Teachings of classical, universal spirituality, chant-ing and meditation. Library and bookshop open at 6:30pm. Aarati (worship) at 7pm. Free. Desert Ash-ram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384.
fridayAshram Immersion Retreats – Spend time at a Center of Peace and Light, and immerse yourself in spiritual teachings and practices. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. For full info: TruthConsciousness.org.
Rainbow Sun Qigong – 9am. Qigong is an ancient Chinese mind/body/spirit practice that brings a sense of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. $5/class. Grace St Paul Episcopal Church, 2331 E Adams at labyrinth or Healing Room. Instructor, Barbara Evans-Levine: 520-760-0054.
Tucson Farmers’ Market East – 9am-1pm. Organic produce, fresh baked goods, custom blended teas, fresh roasted coffees, range-fed meats, gourmet soups and sauces, tamales and more. Jesse Owens Park, south of Broadway on Sarnoff. 520-882-2157.
Elder Circles – 10am. 2nd Fri. The Wisdom Journey, a safe, respectful place for harvest-ing your life. A project of Center for Commu-nity Dialogue. St. Francis in the Foothills, 4625 E River at Swan. Confirm meeting: 520-298-6542. [email protected]. OurFamilyServices.org.
Catalina Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Fresh pro-duce, baked goods, salmon, range-fed beef, artisans, unique gifts, food court, more. 77 N Marketplace (Farmer’s), 16733 N Oracle Rd (opposite Eagle Crest entrance), Catalina. 520-825-4427.
Friday Farmers’ Market at Broadway Village – 10am-2pm. Southern Arizona’s only indoor (A/C)/outdoor venue. Organic produce, meats, prepared foods, baked goods, coffee/teas, cheese, eggs, plants, artisans, body care, massage, music. Broadway/Country Club. 520-603-8116.
Healing and Psychic Messages – 12pm. United Fel-lowship Chapel, Inc, 4718 E Hawthorne St. Rev Da-vid J Miller, Pastor: 520-327-0142 or 520-603-0407.
Manual Lymph Drainage – 1-5pm by appt. Support lymphatic health and manage lymphedema. Justine Robbins, MEd, LMT, Certified Lymphedema Thera-pist. Affordable to community. UMC North Sup-portive Care, 3838 N Campbell Ave. 520-694-1812.
Joyful Path of Good Fortune – 7pm. Buddhist Phi-losophy and Meditation with Stephan Hlohowskyj. Drop-in classes. Everyone welcome. First class free with this ad. Kadampa Meditation Center, Arizona (formerly Tara Center), 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.
Unity Reiki Circle – 7pm. 2nd Fri. Reiki is a Ti-betan energy technique balancing energy bodies, physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, allowing the natural flow of Universal Life force to flow more abundantly. Unity Church, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-272-2819. TheReikiSource.com.
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ACUPUNCTURE
marceY rosin, l.ac., m.a., nccaom. Acupuncture at El Dorado Health Center520-904-1460 MarceyRosinAcupuncture.com
Practicing acupuncture and Chinese herbology, Marc-ey treats many health con-ditions including special-ization in the treatment of asthma, migraines, and digestive problems. Every-
one deserves to experience the healing power of acupuncture. For this reason, Marcey offers dis-counted rates for those requiring regular follow up treatments.
three treasures acuPuncture and healing arts Andrea Alagammai, L.Ac., M.S., M.A., R.N.Acupuncturist, Reiki Master, Energy Healer520-298-7222
Andrea’s foundation in counseling, yoga and nursing blends into her Energy Medicine practice: Psyche-spirit-physical healing through en-ergetic transformation. Sessions integrate Acupuncture, Reiki, Cra-niosacral, Lymph Drainage, EFT,
Sound and Energetic therapies. Enhancing immunity, calming the mind, relieving pain, restoring health.
BODYWORk
armorless bodY theraPiesRandy Usem, LMTRadix PractitionerCampbell & Grant520-312-9563Armorless.netTucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com
Randy has 25 years bodywork ex-perience, providing treatments that are stress busting or for specific issues. Sometimes sessions are energetic and primal, using sound, breath and movement which access deep tension and feelings. Also, Male-Female Team facilitating a
uniquely blended, nurturing massage experience. See ad page 30.
carol daniel, lmt 520-760-3358TucsonMindfulMassage.com
Experience the healing and intuitive touch of an accomplished profes-sional massage therapist who for the past 27 years has used a wide variety of modalities on a diverse clientele. Massage promotes health and fos-ters a deep sense of physical and mental peace.
lastone theraPYMary D Nelson, LMT 6761 N Harran Dr., 85704520-400-9364 [email protected] LaStoneTherapy.com
LaStone® alternates the tempera-tures of the stones resulting in a chemical response. This “vascular gymnastics” assists in self-healing, reduced inflammation and conges-tion of body fluids. A Session with Mary is like taking a week’s vaca-t ion in three hours. See ad on page 30.
lotus massage & wellness center2850 E. Grant Rd.520-326-7700LotusTucson.com
For massage that relieves long-held tension, alleviates pain, and brings lasting therapeutic benefits – while feeling great to receive – call Lotus Center. Enjoy deep tissue massage, specialty techniques, or combina-
tion treatments at no extra cost. You’ll appreciate our soothing setting and exceptional therapists. See ad page 30.
luminous adventures Lucia Maya 520-579-8844 [email protected]
Reiki - Craniosacral - Raindrop Technique. Lucia offers a unique blend of energy work and aroma-therapy which brings you to a state of profound and deep relaxation. From this place of stillness, your body can heal, coming into balance and resolving physical and emo-tional pain. See ad page 30.
massage on the rocks Tomi Murphey, LMT [email protected]
Tomi uses a holistic approach to her integrative bodywork sessions. Experience the healing power of Aquatic Massage or Negative Pres-sure Massage (Cupping) at lovely Santa Rita Springs. Tomi has 30 yrs experience in Healing Arts, 16 years as a massage educator.
Self-Realization Fellowship – 7-8:30pm. The teach-ings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Donation. Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince Rd, Ste 140. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.com.
saturdayOro Valley Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Organic fruits and vegetables, breads, pastries, aromatherapy, tamales, salsa, flowers. Corner of Naranja & La Canada in the Town Hall complex. 520-882-2157.
Rincon Valley Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. Organic produce, fresh flowers, baked goods, ironworks, arts and crafts by local artisans. 12500 E Old Spanish Trail.
St. Philips Saturday Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. Organic produce and meats, prepared foods, baked goods, coffee/teas, cheese, eggs, honey, plants, body care, massage, green/ecological products, health conscious items, health practitioners, music. River & Campbell. 520-603-8116.
Kaballah – 10am-12pm. A body of knowledge en-compassing the inner esoteric teaching of Judaism. Class taught using Western Hermetic tradition com-bined with Jewish traditional information. Free. Start any time. Rev. Judy Fishman: [email protected].
Tucson Children Need Your Help – 10am-12pm. 2nd Sat. See how can become a foster family. Learn the requirements and process in becoming a foster family. CPES Loving Hearts Foster Care, 2828 N Country Club, Ste 100. 520-884-7954.
Plaza Palomino Saturday Market – 10am-2pm. Fresh produce, breads, coffee, tea, plants, tamales, salsa and emu oil products. Live music. 2970 N Swan Rd. 520-523-1005.
Living Food Demo and Lunch – 11am. Learn and enjoy a 3 course meal with Chef Sigret. Southwestern, Asian or Italian inspired cuisine. $35. The Tasteful Kitchen, 722 N Stone Ave. 520-250-9600.
Spiritual Development for Children – 12-1pm. With Allarah LaVelle (Allarah Shashona). Teach your chil-dren how to have a closer connection to God/Spirit/Creator and their Angels/Guides. $10. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. Preregister required: 520-742-6393 or TheVoiceOfSpirit.net.
Qigong and Tai Chi Kung – 2-3pm. With Joe Pinella. Harness the power of your mind, spirit and body for personal well-being. Combine breathing techniques, movement and inspirational visualizations. $10/class. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. 520-343-3523. [email protected].
Bruno Groening Circle of Friends Community Hours – 3-4:30pm. Introductions by appointment. Free. University of Arizona Medical Center, 1501 N Campbell Ave, Room E, cafeteria. Evey Weiss-man: 520-904-4801, [email protected]. Bruno-Groening.org/English.
Toastmasters of Unity – 4:30-5:30pm. Conquer your fear of public speaking with a friendly, supportive group meeting in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Everyone welcome. Risky Business, 6866 E Sunrise Dr. Jeff: 520-861-7039. ToastmastersOfUnity.com.
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medicine wheel dental & wellness center Mercedez LuckeCranioSacral, Myo Fascia, Energetic Release4650 W. Jojoba, 85745520-743-7101
Come and experience a unique bodywork session by Mercedez Lucke. She utilizes Dr. Swidler’s Percussion Table in combination with CranioSacral Therapy, Myo Fascia/energetic release and com-binations of massage and intuitive body work. Evening/wkend by appt. See ad on page 21.
rocking the bodY Gary Olsen Massage [email protected]
Specializes in injury recovery after car accidents and helping people perform in work and sports without pain. Also offering Ethics and tech-nique CEU Massage Workshops to fit your schedule. See ad page 30.
santa rita sPrings Dorothy Richmond, LMTAquatic Massage, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Cranial Sacral, Watsu520-622-4201 • [email protected]
Aquatic Massage, or Watsu®, im-merses the body in 96 degree warm water, using flowing wavelike movement and the water’s resis-tance to stretch and free joints, muscles, connective tissue, and nerves while your therapist keeps
your nose above water. Wave patterns of energy re-lease tension into the flow and regenerate tissue. Deep relaxation frees the mind. See ad page 30.
CHIROPRACTIC
martha bergner, m.s., d.c.5929 East Pima St., 85712520-296-5899DesertMountainHealth.com
Offering Network Chiropractic, which gently but powerfully helps you dissipate spinal tension and experience ease and comfort. Also, NAET, Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Techniques, which helps remove blockages that can result in allergies, sensitivities, di-
gestive disturbances, and more. 15 years experience!” See ad on page 12.
winterhaven health centerDr Nathan Conlee 3020 North Country Club Rd., 87516520-322-6161PerformanceNeurology.com
Dr. Conlee, Chiropractor Neurolo-gist, diagnoses and treats such conditions as Dystonia, ADHD, Peripheral Neuropathy, vertigo, migraine headaches, balance disor-ders, numbness, tingling, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other condi-tions related to neurologic function.
Also available: acupuncture, physiotherapy, kinesio-tape, nutrition and allergy testing. See ad on page 5.
COACHING COUNSELING & GUIDANCE
armorless bodY theraPiesRandy Usem, LMT, Radix PractitionerCampbell & Grant520-312-9563TucsonEmotionalAndTraumaTherapy.comTucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com
Affordable alternative or addition to traditional therapy. Radix is a Neo-Reichian, Deep Feeling, Re-gressive Process similar to Bio-energetics and Primal Therapy. Exploring with breath, body aware-ness, centering and grounding to access anger, fear, grief, longing
and restore love, trust, pleasure, fulfillment and aliveness. See ad page 30.
healthY couPles Bill White, M.A., Love Coach520-319-9132TheHealthyCouple.com
Quick and dramatic results are com-mon. Bill is a master at navigating relationship challenges to restore love and play. Resolve anger, argu-ments, emotional distancing, bro-ken trust, childhood influences. Call for a free initial interview.
PathwaY to Your soulliFe coaching Josie Collins MS, CPCC520-275-6085PathwayToYourSoul.com
Would it be ok with you if life got easier? Learn to identify your core values and innate gifts, overcome limiting beliefs and emotional blocks, and discover your soul’s mission. Live your life with more joy, grace, ease and fun.
transFormational intuitive guidanceLucia Maya520-579-8844LuminousAdventures.com
Get clear about what you want and how to achieve it, with support and guidance on your journey. Through deep listening, powerful questions, and my practical and spiritual ap-proach you will unveil your heart’s desire and live your dreams. See ad page 30.
COLON HYDROTHERAPYintestinal health institute Sheila Shea, Director 4427 E. 5th St., 85711520-325-9686IntestinalHealthInstitute.com
Sheila is an IACT member, instruc-tor and is National Board Certified in the field of Colon Hydrotherapy. With 34 years of experience, she offers sessions daily, professional trainings and public education. She guides people with dietary, detoxi-fication and liver flush programs.
verY sPecial alternativesVonnie Schultz Albrecht, RNCentral Tucson [email protected]
Confidentiality, privacy, and respect for your individual needs. Closed gravity system with dual-filtered, UV-purified water and disposable speculums. Probiotic reflorastation. Also offering consultation, referral services, ear coning, phlebotomy
skills, The One Command. Affordable rates & pack-ages. By appointment including weekends.
DENTISTRY
medicine wheel dentalDr. Steven A. Swidler DDS & Dr. Kenneth C. Glass DDs 4650 W. Jojoba Dr., 85745520-743-7101MedicineWheelDental.com
Medicine Wheel Dental is Tucson’s Premier holistic integrative dental practice. Utilizing a balanced mix of traditional dentistry with exclu-sive naturopathic, holistic and alter-native modalities, Medicine Wheel Dental provides the highest level of personalized dental care. “With awareness we can make a choice.” See ad on page 21.
ENERGY EFFICIENCYsouthwest gas corPoration1-800-654-2765Energyefficiency@swgas.comSwGasLiving.com/Efficiency
Delivering smart en-ergy solutions for your home or busi-ness. Take advantage
of our programs and incentives on residential and commercial high-efficiency equipment and learn a Smarter Greener Better® way to save money and the environment. See ad on page 26.
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ENERGY WORk
earthworks oF tucsonClarice NaugleWill McCastle440-341-6155EarthworksTucson.com
Through healing, education and consultation Will & Clarice can guide you toward realizing your highest human potential. Em-power yourself and embrace a new reality. Call today and learn how their services will assist you in enhancing your Earth journey. See ad on page 19.
hands turned on,[email protected]
Hands Turned On creates and sells Energy Medicine T-shirts. The shirts are designed my Ann Marie Chi-asson M.D. Each shirt has Dr. Chiasson’s hand prints on it and comes with instructions on how to perform the practice the shirt demonstrates. See ad on page 33.
hawaiian energY medicineZelie Duvauchelle520-579-8844ZelieD.com
Ho’oponopono is a cleansing of old memories. We are alive to the pres-ent without the filters of the past. Our passion for life returns and we see things as they truly are. Whole, complete, one with all that is.
hoPe healing Jodi [email protected]
Awaken to your highest potential. Energy healing helps you to move beyond any issue of the mind, body and spirit. For the individual, group or business owner who is ready for life to flow. 1/2 off your first session.
oPen PathwaYsJudy Ferrig, M.S., IARPEnergy, Healing, and Communications 520-245-4214 OpenPathways-EnergyAndCommunication.com
Energetic healing for people and animals is key to wellbeing and health. I use a variety of modalities such as Reiki, chakra and aura clear-ing, visualization, and balancing with stones, crystals, sound, color, and essences to work on the most effective vibrational level. Medical
studies support the work I do as instrumental in heal-ing. Free phone consultation.
HEALTHCARE
a new creation women’s clinic3055 W. Ina Rd., Ste. 195520-293-1117ANewCreationWomensClinic.com
We take time to listen, provide personal atten-tion and individualized care. Services include Primary Care/Gynecol-
ogy. Evaluation, treatment, management of common health problems including high blood pressure, cho-lesterol, diabetes, thyroid disorders, perimenopause, menopause, birth control, colposcopy, annual exams, pap/screening tests, prescription services. See ad page 35.
HEALTHFOOD STORESnew liFe health centers NewLifeHealth.com
New Life Health Centers is locally owned and operated. We have been serving Tucson since 1970 with the best products to help you live a long and healthy life. Our
motto is “New Life KNOWS Nutrition” We make it our goal to do just that…KNOW nutrition…in order to serve you better. See ad inside back cover.
HEALTH SCREENINGProactive health solutions, llcLynda WittACCT Certified Thermographer520-235-7036ProactiveHealthSolutions.org
Screening thermography has the opportunity to detect changes at any stage in the development of breast cancer from the first year through to when a tumor is dense enough to be seen with mammography. This early detection of change can lead to earlier diagnosis and better treat-
ment options as well as the opportunity for patients and their healthcare practitioners to intervene at an early stage with preventive treatment. See ad page 14.
HEALTHY EATING
gourmet girls gluten Free bakerY/bistro5845 N. Oracle Rd.520-408-9000GourmetGirlsGlutenFree.comTues-Sun 7am-3pm
Do you have celiac disease or suffer from gluten intoler-ance? Visit Tucson’s only completely gluten free bak-ery/bistro where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or
freshly baked treats in a relaxed and friendly environ-ment without worrying about cross contamination. See ad on page 28.
govinda’s natural Foods buFFet chaitanYa cultural center711 E. Blacklidge Dr., 85719520-792-0630GovindasOfTucson.com
Enjoy resort-like atmosphere of wa-terfalls, peacocks, fountains and gardens while relishing international vegetarian cuisine emphasizing healthy organic produce. Dinner un-der $10. Join us for weekly Sunday
Festival at 5:30 pm with musical meditation, spiri-tual discourse and dinner at 7 pm for $3.
organo gold consultantLuis & Alma Celayabuenisimocafe1@gmail.com520-955-4398Buenisimo1.OrganoGold.com
Having heartburn after drinking cof-fee? Ganoderma coffee is your solu-tion. Enjoy a cup of coffee that provides great flavor and amazing benefits to your health by supporting the Immune system, Lowering
cholesterol, providing energy, supporting circulation, Liver protection and antioxidante. See ad on page 6.
HOLISTIC HEALING
caritas center For healing 330 E. 16th St.520-624-2743CaritasHealing.com
For a full-service wellness experience, come to Caritas, where you can receive Imago relationship counseling, acu-puncture, massage therapy, CranioSa-cral therapy, holistic facials and facial reflexology. Select from our panel of six experienced practitioners for the fit
that’s right for you! Rental space for classes/work-shops is also available in this historic neighborhood near downtown.
energY healing/eFt – adv Phyllis WinslowLMT, EFT Practitioner, PSYCH-KGraduate: Barbara Brennan School of Healing520-909-3455EnergyTherapyAz.com
Phyllis can help you create the life you desire. Experience rapid relief from physical pain. Get to the root cause and resolve health, relation-ship and emotional issues including depression, fears, grief and sexual trauma. Over 20 years of healing experience.
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HOMEOPATHY
desert rose homeoPathics & herbals3065 N. Campbell Ave.SW Corner of Hedrick & Campbell520-918-0100M-F 10-6, Sat. 9-1.DesertRoseHomeopathics.com
A specialty shop offering homeopath-ics, flower essences, vitamins, herbal tinctures, supplements, LifeWave patches and locally crafted blends. Personalized consultations. Hard-to-find remedies. Well-known brands.
Safe, balanced, natural alternatives for adults, chil-dren and pets. Come by and enter our monthly draw-ing to win free products.
HOME SERVICES
marY’s house cleaning service8808 East Dexter Dr., 85715520-360-0688MarysHouseCleaning.comMary_victoria_glenn@hotmail.com
Providing chemical-free house cleaning and window washing services throughout the Metro Tuc-son, Vail, Rita Ranch, Marana since 1993. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and move out/in services. Licensed, insured, pet-friendly, reasonal rates, all natural cleaning products. Free consultation, 15% off first cleaning.
HYPNOTHERAPY
Focused wellness solutionsRosemary R. King APRN, HN, CHt.520-400-3456FocusedWellnessSolutions.com
Rosie is dedicated to partnering with women to help them succeed in their wellness goals. She provides health coaching at convenient times over the telephone and hypnotherapy in the privacy of your home. Individualized hypnotherapy CDs are also available.
Fresh healing energY Maria Kingsley, CHt 520-780-01701636 N. Swan [email protected]
Hypnotherapy and Emotional Free-dom Technique (EFT) together with Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) provide a powerful team to put you back on track. Are you ready for a blast of Fresh Energy? Call Maria today. See ad, page 18.
JourneY to wellness Pam McMahon, Ph.D., CHt, NCCBoard Certified Hypnotherapist [email protected]
One-on-one hypnotherapy treat-ments in weight loss, smoking cessation, insomnia, anxiety, and past life regression therapy. Pam’s unrelenting mission is to help others let go of limiting behaviors and beliefs, discover their power and live up to their highest potential. See ad pages 20 and 29.
motivating minds hYPnosis center7301 E. 22nd St.Ste 1-C, 85710520-270-0183Facebook.com/MichaelCDeSchalitCHtMotivatingMindsHypnosis@gmail.comMotivatingMindsHypnosis.com
Helping people reach their maxi-mum mental potential, using hyp-nosis and hypnotic suggestions, in order for them to achieve their goals and become successful in every area of their life.
METAPHYSICAL GIFTS & SUPPLIES
new moon haven 16256 N. Oracle Rd., Ste. 100 Catalina, 85739 520-825-9044NewMoonHaven.com
A place where Spirit Runs free. New Moon Haven offers meta-physical items that uplift the Spirit and soften the heart. We also offer workshops with the intention of supporting self-awareness, physical well-being and expanding consciousness. Room Rental available.
sPiritschild A Unique Gift ShopMarana Market Pl., Ste. 120S.E. Corner Thornydale & Orange Grove520-744-4402SpiritsChild.com
Your resource for one-of-a-kind gifts in-cluding crys-
tals, jewelry, candles, music, books and spiritual tools for practitioners and students alike. See the calendar section for personal and spiritual development classes, workshops and book signings. Truly a spiri-tual oasis awaiting your exploration. New location. See ad page 14.
a giFt oF wellnessReconnective Healing PractitionerDr. Gowher R. Jamshedi 520-795-9484 • 520-548-3820
Reconnective Frequencies en-able spiritual and evolutionary advance-ment, enhance the renewal functions of the body, and increase vibratory levels for healing and development. Many report healings from afflictions including depression, cancers, fibro-myalgia, autoimmune disorders and
AIDS-related diseases. Available in person or long-dis-tance. See classifieds for other services. Schedule your appointment today.
JourneY to wellnessPam McMahon, Ph.D., CHt, [email protected]
Devoted to optimally enhancing and improving your overall natural state of being and daily life. Ear Can-dling, Ionic Detox Foot Baths, Hypnotherapy, Reflexology, Herbal and Nutritional Counseling, Well-ness Planning and Guidance. Beau-tiful and serene practice space, open
7-days/week. Experience vibrant health today. See ad pages 20 and 29.
marY beth ackerleY md, md(h) Board Certified Psychiatrist Homeopathic Physician520-299-5694MaryMD@MyPassion4Health.comMyPassion4Health.com
Dr. Mary Beth Ackerley, MD, MDH, is a classically-trained board-certi-fied psychiatrist and homeopathic physician who specializes in the holistic treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, and menopause through the use of amino acid therapy, hormone re-
placement, nutritional support and homeopathy. She was appointed by the Governor to sit on the Arizona Board of Homeopathic and Integrated Medicine. See ad page 5.
the healing clinic – where You heal itCheryl Jeffries, CCHT, CSD, Practitioner520-309-8726CJeffries@WhereYouHealIt.comWhereYouHealIt.com
Whether the issue is physical, emo-tional or spiritual, there is a healing path for you at the clinic. The en-vironment is one of support and mentoring in combination with re-sults- oriented advanced healing practices. What if? FREE consulta-tion. See ad on page 12.
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NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE
genesis natural medicine center 3920 N. Campbell Ave.520-495-4400GenesisNMC.com
Genesis provides a level of compassionate, personal-ized care not seen in medi-cine today. We listen to our patients. Our specialties
include: Naturopathic oncology and primary care, acupuncture, Chinese herbs, colon hydrotherapy, Intravenous nutrient therapy, lymphatic drainage, massage, pain management, FIR-Sauna. See ad on page 7.
dr. deeann saber, nmd WellnessFIRST! 3861 N. First Ave., 85729520-209-17553861WellnessFirst.com
Dr. Saber is a Primary Care Naturo-pathic Physician who specializes in Endocrinology and Functional Medi-cine. Using science-based informa-tion as well as your personal symp-toms we will together find the best way to your optimal health. See ad page 5.
SALON/SPA SERVICES
i-ko-i salon and sPa 3161 N. Country Club Rd., Ste. 101 520-881-6096. MagicBeeNutrition.com
No-toxic smell nail salon. Mani-cures $15, Pedicures $25 -featur-ing individually cleaned pipe-less jets bowl, detoxify $15. No DBP, Toluene, Formaldehyde in products. No-Ammonia hair
color and perm. Also, Organic Desert Honey. Fresh Royal Jel ly and more bee products . Call 520-881-6096.
natural waY wellness sPa329 E 7th St.520-882-8828NaturalWayWellnessSpa.com
Natural Way Wellness Spa believes in affordable and all natural whole body health. Services include mas-sage, facials, peels, waxing, body treatments, custom aromatherapy, and personal yoga instruction. Book now by phone at (520)-882-8828 or online NaturalWayWell-nessSpa.com. See ad on page 31.
Pure aesthetics 5110 E. 5th St., 85711520-514-PURE(7873)PureSAestheticsTucson.com
Interested in skincare? Pure Aesthetics Nat-ural Skincare
School is the only school in Tucson dedicated exclu-sively to aesthetic education. We offer a variety of spa services including facials, waxing, and body treatments, as well a selection of truly natural skincare products.
SCHOOLS
cortiva institute – tucson6390 E. Broadway Blvd., 85710520-407-5145 Cortiva.com
Cortiva Tucson’s massage therapy programs are comprehensive and grounded in the value of client-centered care. The student clinic offers treatments to the public 5 days a week. Visit cortiva.com/tucson for information on massage therapy treatments and careers. See ad on page 24.
skY islands Public high schoolDr Shari Popen, Director 3101 N. Sabino Canyon Rd., [email protected]
Sky Islands is a non-profit, tuit ion-free public high school, grades 9-12. Environ-mental studies are integrated throughout the place-based educational program. Core classes are all teacher-taught
by highly qualified educators. Sky Islands currently has open-enrollment in all grades. See ad on page 17.
SkINCAREmonsoon [email protected]: Monsoon Nectar
100% pure essential oils and botanical skin care promises vibrant skin. Bio-conscious, intricate formu-
las target anti-aging with immune boosting properties and moisturizers for improved well-being. Order or find retail locations on website. See ad on page 11.
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kadamPa meditation center ariZona 1701 E. Miles St., 85719520-441-1617 MeditationInTucson.org
Learn time-tested methods for finding peace of mind - the key to happiness. Weekly classes in Buddhist meditation and phi-losophy, prayer services, re-treats and spiritual advice with Resident teacher Gen Kelsang Lingpur and senior practitio-ners. Everyone welcome.
the temPle oF the Presence11902 East Irvington Rd.(SW corner of Old Spanish Trail)520-751-2039, ext. 100TempleOfThePresence.org
Saint Germain and the Ascended Masters stand ready to assist you. In their Radiance, you will learn how to release the Light from your Individualized I AM Presence. Find Divine solutions to every challenge. Spiral up-ward to your Ascension. Thurs-day classes, 7pm.
the temPle oF universalitY Founder: Rev. Betty TatalajskiNEW Masonic Temple, 3590 N. Country Club Rd.520-884-5340TheTempleOfUniversality.orgTempleOfUniversality@Gmail.com
Worship, Healing, Prophesy. Cele-brating the Unity of God and Man. 11:00 am Sunday service, Free Meta-physical development classes in areas of: White Eagle World Healing Meditation, Alice Bailey books, Spiritual/Metaphysical Law, and Kaballah.
tucson iands eXPerience sharing (ties)Facilitators: Chuck & Susan 520-395-2365Meetup.com/Spiritual-Explorations
Information on and sharing of NDEs and other transformative experiences. Open to public. Everyone has experiences worth sharing. Guest speaker series on 2nd Thursday, small groups on 3rd Thursday each month, 6:30pm at Unity Church of Tucson.
united FellowshiP CHAPEL, INCDavid Miller4718 E. Hawthorne St., 85711520-327-0142United-Fellowship-Chapel.com
Self-Realization/Psychic-Develop-ment to know thyself, to heal, and to change is available on an indi-vidual basis. The Meta-physical Principles Course is an in-depth study of metaphysics. In the Uni-versal Metaphysics course one learns the definitions. In the Semi-
nary, one may become an ordained minister. See ad page 32.
unitY church oF Peace 1551 S. Eastside Loop, Ste. 121, [email protected]
Explore your spirituality in a warm and loving community of caring friends. Learn practical tools that really work to improve your life, and the world around you. Sunday service 10:30. Prayer services Sunday at 8:50am
and Wednesdays at 9:45am. unitychurchofpeaceaz.com. See ad page 20.
unitY church oF tucsonRev. Larry and Mary Ellen Swarz3617 N. Camino Blanco, 85718520-577-3300
Ministry of love, inspiration, learn-ing, wholeness and joy empowering all people to embrace their Divine Nature. Daycare: ages 1-5. Family health clinic: free, donation or Medicare. Beautiful, low-cost wed-dings. Bookstore for spiritual think-ers. Sunday services 9am and 11am. Home to “The Daily Word.”
YOGAselF centered Yoga & Fitness 4425 N. Campbell Ave.520-299-0331MySelfCentered.com
The studio offers all styles of yoga for any level with awe-some instructors, location, events for health & wellness, a boutique featuring Monsoon Nectar Organic Skin Care and
the Ultimate Stress Escape Yoga & Lifestyle Retreat in Costa Rica, UltimateStressEscape.com. See ad on page 11.
SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS
center For sPiritual living - tucsonRev. Donald GravesSunday Service:3231 N. Craycroft Rd., 85712520-319-1042TucsonCSL.org
Through partnering with possibility, expanding in consciousness, com-passion and connection, and by offering spiritual tools that change lives, the Center for Spiritual Living Tucson provides an environment for spiritual deepening through classes in spiritual practice, community
building activities, and meaningful sharing. “It’s like coming home, in a good way.” Sunday Celebration Service 10:30am, 10am Meditation. See ad pages 10 and 29.
desert ashram 3403 W. Sweetwater Dr., 85745520-743-0384TruthConsciousness.orgDesertAshram@TruthConsciousness.org
An oasis of peace welcomes seekers from all traditions for: Satsang of Swami Amar Jyoti (Wisdom Teach-ings of universal classical spirituality, chanting, medi-
tation) 7:30 pm Thursdays/Sundays; Aarati (Sanskrit chanting, worship/meditation) 7 am/pm daily; Women’s Hatha Yoga 4 pm Thursdays. Library, bookshop, retreats, service.
tools For sPiritual growthSusan Thompson3617 N. Camino Blanco Annex Room 3520-603-1558Santmat.net
Know Thyself as Soul Foundation presents a FREE one hour class en-titled “Meditation: One Pointed At-tention” Saturday Sep 9, 10-11am at Unity of Tucson. Join us as we ex-plore how the process of meditation can bring greater harmony into your
life. See ad on page 12.
selF-realiZationFellowshiPTucson Meditation Group1702 E. Prince, Ste. 140520-792-6544TucsonMeditationGroup.comYogananda-Srf.org
Devotional Services: Sundays 10am-11am.Meditation Services: Sunday 9am-10am & 6pm-8pm, Wednesday 6pm-8pm, Friday 7pm-8:30pm.
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