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letterfrompublisher wise man should consider that health is the greatest of human blessings, and learn how by his own thought to derive benefit from his illnesses. ~Hippoctrates
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s we were preparing this issue, I learned of the death of Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, a person who dedicated his life to helping others take responsibility for their own lives and control of their destinies. He lived life to the fullest, and died of complications following a biking accident—still pedaling at 79, not surrendering to Father Time. I want that! Take a moment to consider your health and the health of your family, and imagine it 20 years from now. Will you be healthier, feeling more vibrant and alive then than you are today? About 10 years ago, my body was riddled with complaints, like a rusty automobile. I was suffering a real challenge to my health at the age of 40! Not only did I feel old, older than I imagined anyone should feel at any age, I felt sick! In that miserable state which I would wish on no one, I had no choice but to take responsibility for the lifestyle choices, including my thoughts and beliefs, that all played a part in my becoming ill. If I wanted to get better, I knew I would need to take charge of getting better, getting well and staying well. I sought out a team to help me get on the road again—an integrative M.D, a naturopath, a chiropractor, a message therapist and an acupuncturist. I started practicing yoga and meditation. I explored new ways of being and thinking for myself in order to challenge many of the belief systems I inherited, such as that overachieving is good, cleanliness is next to godliness, work isn’t supposed to be fun and growing old means becoming useless. Over time, I was able to define a new reality for myself—the broken-down clunker became a Cadillac! For me, sickness was a big motivator. Because of that experience, I am now committed to working through Natural Awakenings as a vehicle to bring information to readers that may help you stay healthier, more balanced, more vital late into life. That’s why we partner with our local complementary and alternative practitioners to support and further the vitality of these businesses that provide crucial and beneficial services to the community. This stuff works! Wishing you a balanced, vital and happy life!
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newsbriefs Functional Neurology Comes to Tucson
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unctional neurology is an exciting new breakthrough in functional medicine and neurology. As a fellow of the American College of Functional Neurology, Dr. Nathan Conlee focuses on the functional balance of the brain, spinal cord and receptors of the body at the WinterHaven Health Center. A Functional neurologist will Dr. Nathen Conlee perform a detailed neurological examination, assessing function, balance and viability in all the neurologic pathways to determine weakness and appropriate treatments, or activations. Some treatments are as simple as using music, color or exercises to adjustments, vestibular training and more. Conditions such as ADHD, vertigo, peripheral neuropathy, are treatable using this method. Injuries, scoliosis, fibromyalgia and chronic conditions that will not heal also are addressed, as well as athletes looking to optimize their potential and prevent injuries. Location: 3020 N. Country Club Rd. For more information, call 520-322-6161 or visit PerformanceNeurology.com. See ad on page 12.
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Medicine Wheel Dental Offers Cranial Sacral Therapy
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edicine Wheel Dental, the professional practice of Dr. Steven A. Swidler, DDS, and Dr. Kenneth C. Glass, DDS, is considered by many to be the finest dental facility in the area, with a balanced mix of traditional dentistry and naturopathic, homeopathic and alternative modalities, counting among its patients holistic expert Dr. Andrew Weil. Mercedez Lucke At Medicine Wheel, Cranial Sacral Therapist Mercedez Lucke specializes in helping with TMJ, injuries, traumas, body pain, fascia restrictions, headaches foot and hand pain. She says, “What I do is unique, I am told. Every day is amazing! I gently work with each layer of the fascia, which I think of as a body glove. The pain may be in the shoulder, but it originates in the knee, for example. The body does the work and I follow.” Mercedez was a professional entertainer who wanted a new career, but before graduating from massage school, was involved in two serious auto accidents. Nothing would take away her pain, but Swidler used cranial sacral therapy to, “Save my life,” she says. Now she wants to share her calling in this modality with private clients. For more information, call 520-743-7101 or visit MedicineWheelDental.com. See ad on page 9.
Pam McMahon Offers Ear Candling
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ar candling is a non-invasive therapy that is growing in popularity. Inserting a lighted, hollow beeswax candle into the ear creates a vacuum in the ear canal that draws out excessive earwax and impurities. Ear candling is very safe and pain-free. Traditional syringing involves shooting water into the ears, which can lodge wax particles further Pam McMahon inside the ear canal and cause infection. Benefits of ear candling include relieving ringing in the ears, helping to relieve sinus pain and pressure, removing excess wax buildup, assisting with relieving swimmer’s ear, headaches and relieving severely itchiness. Natural health practitioner Pam McMahon, Ph.D., offers ear candling, hypnotherapy, herbal and nutritional counseling, reflexology and creates wellness plans together with her clients. She is committed to helping clients achieve health, wellness and spiritual well-being. For more information and appointments, call 520-730-0236 or visit LifeHealer.org. See ad on pages 10 and 20.
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Awakening Journeys Debuts Travel Adventures of SelfDiscovery
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raveling to new destinations and learning about different cultures ignites the imagination and engages the senses in exotic ways, encouraging a fresh understanding of our place in the world and our connection with others. With the recent creation of Awakening Journeys, friends and readers of Natural Awakenings, Tucson can enjoy several opportunities for self-discovery and adventure, beginning in fall 2012. Travel excursions to Peru and China, offered in a special 10-day tour format, will be the first destinations available. Sheryl Miller, a traveler from St. Petersburg, Florida, who recently toured China says, “This is a fabulous journey— an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. China will fill up your senses and expand your heart.” Likewise, visitors to Peru’s many historic sites, such as Machu Picchu and the Inca ruins surrounding Lake Titicaca, speak of remarkable vistas and extraordinary memories. Travelers with Awakening Journeys will find themselves immersed in the varied cultures and traditions of each destination country. These one-of-a-kind trips are intended to inspire and enrich participants through purposeful travel, camaraderie and diverse activities. Local group rates are available, and local nonprofit organizations can participate and use the trip as a fundraiser. For groups and local fundraisers, contact Holly Baker at 520-760-2378 for details. For more information and trip itineraries or to register for an Awakening Journey, visit AwakeningJourneys.net. See ad on back cover.
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A Courage and Renewal Retreat
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iving in complex times, many people yearn for greater simplicity and truth. Those engaged in leadership, community service, teaching and social change know the importance of renewing commitments to deeply held values and beliefs. A weekend Courage and Renewal Retreat, based on the work of Parker J. Palmer, will be held from September 21 to 23, during the autumnal equinox, to answer that yearning through the use of poetry, storytelling, music, art, reflection and mindfulness, creating a circle of trust that enables participants to grow as individuals and as a community. Activities are designed to help renew lives and careers from the inside out as we each rediscover our inner teacher. Location: Redemptorist Desert Renewal Center. For more information, contact David Sadker at 520-282-3431, dsadker@gmail.com. More information and r egistration is available at Eventbrite.com/event/3375049865.
The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity Workshop
Sunday, Sept 16, 2-4:30pm, presented on a love offering basis She will speak at our 10:30am Celebration Service
Edwene 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.
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In the auditorium at 3231 N. Craycroft Rd just south of the Rillito River www.tucsoncsl.org • 520-319-1042
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Paws Cats is in a Pickle
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he Pawsitively Cats (Paws Cats) nonprofit, no-kill cat shelter recently took in 300 cats and dogs from another shelter and many needed veterinary care and medication—a cost that Paws Cats absorbed. Due to lagging summertime donations, this has caused a financial shortfall for the organization and Paws Cats is in critical need of financial contributions. Paws Cats rents their sanctuary space and pays for utility bills, litter, veterinary care and medication. Donations are especially needed of scoopable litter, Friskies canned cat food, Kirkland brand (Costco) adult dry cat food, laundry detergent and bleach. All monetary contributions are tax-deductible. The mission of Pawsitively Cats is to provide a quality living environment for their shelter to cats while they await adoption and provide education to schoolchildren about responsible pet ownership. Supplies can be dropped off at 3255 N. Flanwill Blvd. For more information, call 520-289-2747. For more information or to donate funds, visit PawsitivelyPaws.org.
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Seed Bank and Farm Tours
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or a behind-the-scenes look into a bona fide seed bank, visit the 29-year-old nonprofit Native Seeds Conservation Center and Conservation Farm. Visitors will get a rare opportunity for a onehour tour of the facility and view the work that goes into preserving a collection of nearly 2,000 indigenous Southwestern seeds, both in the fields and in a state-of-the-art seed bank. Discover the colorful history of the organiztion and the seeds it stewards, while getting a taste of its diverse educational programs in seed saving and sustainability. Tours take place on the second and fourth Fridays of each month, beginning at 10 a.m. at the Conservation Center and 5 p.m. on the farm. Donations accepted. For directions and more information, visit NativeSeeds.org. 10
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r. David Berceli, Ph.D., inventor of the revolutionary Trauma Release Process, will be teaching his method on October 6. Berceli, nominated for the British Templeton Prize in 2011, is a licensed clinical social worker, therapist and massage therapist. He has applied his knowledge to survivors of individual trauma and survivors of wide-scale traumatic events such as wars, ethnic cleansings and natural disasters. He gained additional insights from his own personal recovery from PTSD induced by experiences in these zones. Through this applied research, he found the body’s innate system for releasing trauma and the mechanism for inducing it in the most direct and simple way. H i s Tr a u m a R e l e a s i n g Exercises, which induce what he calls neurogenic tremors, naturally clear trauma from the body and the associated mental/ neurological patterns. Many have reported relief from symptoms of numerous disorders such as PTSD, insomnia, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, migraines, joint pain, and panic attacks. For mor e information, visit NewGroundEvents.com. NaturalTucson.com
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Muppets, Music and Magic at The Loft
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he Loft Cinema presents Muppet Month all month long, beginning August 2. Partnering with The Jim Henson Legacy and Brooklyn Academy of Music, the Loft will put on a very special series celebrating the best of Jim Henson and the Muppets, with some of the greatest, most hilarious moments from the 50plus year history of The Muppets, rarely seen gems from the Sesame Street vaults and even a collection of Henson’s experimental short films. Classic Henson feature films will include The Muppet Movie, The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth.
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Individual screening admission: $8 general; $6 Loft members and children 12 and under. Series pass: $40 general; $35 Loft members and children 12 and under. Location 3233 E. Speedway Blvd. For more information, call 520-795-0844 or visit LoftCinema.org. See ad on page 29.
Earn a Certificate in Coaching from Prescott College
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he Lifelong Learning Center at Prescott College now awards one of only two professional certifications in coaching in the state of Arizona. Students may attend just one intensive weekend training and conference call each month in the Tucson area to become a trained and certified professional, practicing coaching in a variety of areas including executive coaching, leadership coaching, life coaching and others. The certificate program includes six in-person weekend courses, five phone sessions in-between courses and interim self-paced experiential exercises. By the end of the certificate program, participants will be eligible to apply for the International Coaching Federation (ICF) associate coach certification (ACC). Coaching is a transformational process in which a coach and a client partner together to support the client in attaining goals, facilitating breakthroughs and reaching their potential. Coaching is successfully used in a wide variety of professions, including teaching, business consulting, training, therapy, medical practice and management. Tuition for the full certificate is $2,450 (prerequisites and additional fees apply). For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/PrescottCoachingCertificate. See ad on page 13.
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ucson green building expert, author, water crisis guru and sustainability planning consultant, Jerry Yudelson, has released a three-part video series entitled Water Wars, based on his book, Dry Run: Preventing the Next Urban Water Crisis, which outlines the ways cities can prepare for a coming era of water scarcity throughout the U.S. and much of the Jerry Yudelson world, brought about by global climate change, increasing urban populations and a growing “water footprint” from human activity. Yudelson says, “What we are trying to accomplish with the video medium is a new way to reach large numbers of people so they can develop an understanding about how to prevent future urban water crises that have become annual events in parts of the United States.” Yudelson has been involved with promoting the LEED green building rating system and sustainable design for more than 15 years. He is the author of 12 books on the subject of green buildings, green homes, green marketing, water conservation and sustainable development. In 2011, the US Green Building Council named him to the first class of LEED fellows.
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Call for Cover Art and Photography
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reative individuals that would like to see their work featured on the cover of a nationally distributed magazine now have an exceptional opportunity: N a t u r a l Awakenings is extending a call for cover art and photography and accepting submissions online via a dedicated webpage. The monthly healthy living, franchised publication, available free in more than 80 cities in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, is known for eye-catching covers that feature original works by artists from around the world. “This is an exciting opportunity for artists and photographers to be featured on one of our covers and reach a huge new audience, because our readership exceeds 3.6 million,” says founder and CEO Sharon Bruckman. Selected artists that grant permission to print their work on a cover are featured in a one-third page, professionally written “Cover Artist/Photographer” editorial (bio) that introduces the artist and includes their website and contact information. Natural Awakenings covers reflect monthly editorial themes, and a variety of selections are distributed to all franchise publishers so they can choose which cover they want to run. “Our covers celebrate creativity and our mission of mapping out alternate routes to a healthier, happier, longer life that feels good all the way around,” says Bruckman. “Art and photography that are inspiring, uplifting and occasionally whimsical can unlock our imagination and nurture our spirit.” For more information, including a list of monthly themes, submission terms and format requirements, visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com/covers. See ad, page 35.
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Find Inspiration at Tucson Village Experience
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ith the purpose of developing Tucson’s unique expression of a positive, vibrant and collaborative community, the Tucson Village experience is less of an organization a n d m o r e o f a n i n s p i ra t i o n a l experience. The Village gathers from 6 to 8 p.m., every second and fourth Thursday. There is no charge and all are welcome. Tucson Village joyfully co-creates an energetic space to assist the cultural shift from one based on domination, separation and egocentered values, to one based on partnership, connectedness and spirit-centered values, where the creative and innovative efforts of what is working can be showcased and connected. To accomplish this, activists and organizations come together to share their joys and creative projects in a format that includes small circle sharing and whole group interaction. Small circles are based on the 12 sectors of a stable cultural system, as explained by both Barbara Marx Hubbard and the film, Thrive. Participants are given time to be in the spotlight and join with others, sharing their needs and resources and perhaps finding mutually satisfying collaborations. Location: 510 N. Stone Ave. For more information, visit Shift-Tucson.org. See Community Calendar of ongoing events. NaturalTucson.com
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spiritualbriefs Carla Woody to Speak at Unity of Tucson
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ONS (Institute of Noetic Sciences) Tucson Community Group will present a talk by Carla Woody, MA, CHT, on the topic of Questions We Live By, at 6:30 p.m., September 7, at Unity of Tucson, where she will introduce The ReMembering Process, a model of spiritual evolution. Woody is the author of Standing Stark and Calling Our Spirits Home, plus articles about natural healing and advocacy related to native cultures experiencing decimation. She has many Carla Woody years’ direct experience with the Q’ero, Maya and Hopi peoples and founded Kenosis to serve human potential and direct the vision of “One tribe, one world.” In 2007, she established Kenosis Spirit Keepers, whose mission seeks to help preserve indigenous wisdom traditions. Woody leads spiritual travel programs and captures the essence of ceremony and place through oil, mixed media and photography. Suggested donation $5. Location: 3719 N. Camino Blanco. For more information, call 520-399-8285 or visit www.ionsTucson.net.
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he Know Thyself as Soul Foundation is sponsoring free monthly classes on the second Saturday of each month through November, at Unity of Tucson, centered on the journey of the soul. The foundation for the themes comes from ancient teachings known as Sant Mat, which translates as “view of the saints.” The theme for the class held from 10 to 11 a.m., August 11, is How To Reach Your Highest Potential. Participants will review The 7 Habits for Progress and how cultivating them goes a long way toward reaching our highest potential, sharing examples of truth, compassion, restraint, humility, service, diet and devotion. “These teachings are compatible with all faiths,” explains Susan Thompson, facilitator. “There is a common thread uniting all the great religions and paths of the world. Through this common thread of love, service to others and devotion to God, we begin to experience the interconnectedness of all things.” Location: 3617 N. Camino Blanco. For more information call Susan at 520603-1558 or visit SantMat.net See ad on page 13.
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eventspotlight Learn About Prosperity from Edwene Gaines
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Yoga Practice as a Way of Life
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he Ananda Center of Tucson offers a course, The Art and Science of Raja Yoga, using the most comprehensive manual on yoga and meditation available today, from September 10, through April 2013. This deeper study of yoga presents practical tools to solve the many problems of daily life. Students learn how to live in ever-new joy through all of life’s challenges and apply the ancient principles of yoga to every aspect of life, including affirmations, healing, philosophy, lifestyle, meditation and diet. This Ananda Course can also lead to learning the technique of Kriya Yoga, a meditation technique that quickly accelerates spiritual growth. It was first made widely known by Paramhansa Yogananda in his epic book, Autobiography of a Yogi. According to Yogananda, Kriya is the most effective technique available to mankind today for reaching the goal of yoga: union with the divine.
ationally recognized motivational speaker and author Edwene Gaines will speak about The Secret of Permanent Prosperity, September 16, at the 10:30 a.m. Sunday morning service of the Center for Spiritual Living Tucson, at the Donald R. Nickerson Performing Arts Center, in Tucson. A workshop based on her book, The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity, A Simple Guide to Unlimited Abundance, will be conducted from 2 Edwene Gaines to 4:30 p.m. An ordained Unity minister since 1979, Gaines is a certified firewalking instructor and has been honored by the International New Thought Alliance with their Torchbearer for New Thought award. She travels 250 days a year presenting prosperity and commitment workshops. Love offering. Location: 3231 N. Craycroft Rd. For more information, call 319-1042 or visit Tucsoncsl.org. See ad on page 9.
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Location: 1002 E. Prince Rd. For more information, call 520-299-9309 or visit AnandaArizona.org.
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Natural Solutions for Restless Legs
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estless leg syndrome (RLS) is a disorder NATURE’S RITE characterized by an urge or need to move the legs to stop unpleasant sensations, often described as burning, tingling or crawling feelings. RLS, which usually occurs at night in middle-aged and older adults, can prevent or interrupt sleep and contribute to insomnia. There is no specific test for RLS, but a doctor may first rule out conditions such as peripheral nerve disease or irondeficiency anemia. Treatment recommendations often include warm baths, massage and stretching; supplementation with calcium, magnesium and potassium; and prescriptions for Requip (ropinirole) or Mirapex (pramipexole), two prescription drugs used with Parkinson’s disease that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved for treating RLS. Herbalist Steven Frank, of Nature’s Rite, suggests considering natural options before resorting to prescription medications. He notes that some medical experts believe RLS is brought on by poor blood and lymph flow, worsened by lying still at night. Stress also appears to aggravate the disorder. “Several herbs, including peppermint, sage and rosemary, have been used for centuries to improve blood and lymphatic flow,” Frank advises. “Cramp bark and wild yam relax skeletal muscles, and St. John’s wort and lavender calm overactive nerves. “Decocting these herbs with hot water and applying them to the skin offers the best benefit,” he continues. “Don’t eat them in capsules. Applying a spray or a roll-on of the decoction to the legs and feet may dramatically improve the odds of getting a good night’s sleep.” For more information, call 888-465-4404 or visit NaturesRiteRemedies.com. See ad, page 14.
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Less Sleep Means Lower Grades
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esearch presented in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at the 25th anniversary meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, suggests that poor sleep hygiene is associated with a lower grade-point average, both in high school and college. This can be prevented, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, by cultivating habits a n d b e h av i o r s t h a t p r o m o t e healthy sleep, such as establishing a relaxing bedtime routine and avoiding ingesting caffeine during the afternoon and at night.
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Cheap Bling is Bad News
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hat do white tea, witch hazel and rose extract—long used as natural aids for preserving youth and well-being— have in common? They all possess potential health and beauty properties that could be simply too good to ignore, say scientists from London’s Kingston University. The researchers, working in collaboration with British beauty brand Neal’s Yard Remedies, tested 21 plant extracts and discovered that their naturally occurring substances may offer new treatments to block the progression of inflammation. The findings are promising as potential treatments for aging skin, as well as more serious illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, arthritis, neurodegenerative conditions and cardiovascular and pulmonary problems. Using human cells as their model, the researchers applied three different concentrations of white tea (freeze-dried powder), witch hazel (dried herb) and rose extract (in a medicinal tincture) to see what effect the mixtures might have on suppressing the rogue enzymes and oxidants that play key roles in cellular inflammation and aging. All three remedies were remarkably effective in keeping inflammation in check. Whenever inflammation starts—whether as a simple cut to a finger, exposure to the sun, chemicals or pollutants, or irritation due to an arthritic joint—the body begins to produce a protein compound called interleukin 8 that exacerbates the process. The three substances tested appear to successfully interfere with this. White tea displayed the most marked results.
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esearch from the Ecology Center, a nonprofit environmental organization, discloses that more than half of low-cost metal adult and children’s jewelry contain large amounts of toxic chemicals, including lead, cadmium, nickel, chromium and chlorine (from polyvinyl chloride, or PVC). The report notes that these chemicals have been linked in animal and some human studies to acute allergies and long-term health impacts such as birth defects, impaired learning, liver toxicity and cancer. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, young children should not be given or allowed to play with cheap metal jewelry, especially when unsupervised. Source: HealthyStuff.org
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Dried Plums Keep Bones Healthy
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hen it comes to improving bone health in postmenopausal women—and people of all ages, for that matter—eating dried plums is a simple, proactive solution to help prevent fractures and osteoporosis, reports a Florida State University researcher. “During my career, I have tested numerous fruits, including figs, dates, strawberries and raisins, and none of them come anywhere close to having the effect on bone density that dried plums, or prunes, have,” says Bahram H. Arjmandi, The Florida State University’s Margaret A. Sitton Professor and chair of the Department of Nutrition, Food and Exercise Sciences. Arjmandi and his colleagues tested two groups of postmenopausal women over a 12-month period. The first group of 55 women consumed 100 grams of dried plums (about 10 prunes) each day, while the second, control group of 45 women ate 100 grams of dried apples. All participants also received daily doses of calcium (500 milligrams) and vitamin D (400 international units). The group that consumed dried plums had significantly higher bone mineral density in the ulna (one of two long bones in the forearm) and spine, compared with the group that ate dried apples. According to Arjmandi, this was due in part to the ability of dried plums to suppress the rate of bone resorption, or breakdown, which tends to exceed the rate of new bone growth as people age.
Walking + Texting = Forgetting
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alking on a cell phone or texting might have an unexpectedly troubling downside. Researchers at Stony Brook University, in New York, studied young people that were texting while walking and discovered that they walked slower, veered off course more and experienced decreased working memory.
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How to Green Everyone’s Wardrobe Every fall, even with back-to-school sales, buying clothes can be costly for families. Also, new togs take a toll on the planet: Most common synthetic fabrics are petroleum-based; and according to the Sustainable Cotton Project (Sustainable Cotton.org), 25 percent of all insecticides applied in this country, including known carcinogens, are used to grow cotton. Perceived as a disposable commodity, garments purchased for growing children are typically discarded after serving only a fraction of their useful life, while teens dismiss outfits when fashions change. Adults often have closets full of items from when they weighed less. Here are 10 commonsense ways to redress the problem and lighten the family’s ecological footprint. Wash only as needed. Avoid wasting energy and water by washing clothing only when it’s dirty, rather than after a single gentle wearing; then drip- or line-dry. Go unisex for tots. Siblings can wear family hand-me-downs and share basic items like shirts and pants. Share. Family members, friends and neighbors can swap perfectly wearable fashions when they tire of them. Help strangers. Charitable nonprofits, detailed on websites like DressFor Success.org (women’s business attire) OneWorldRunning.com (athletic gear sent to developing countries) and SalvationArmyUSA.org (caring for the homeless), all have on-the-ground networks in place to redistribute goods. Give it back. Some brands take back and recycle their products. Nike (NikeReuseAShoe.com), for instance, repurposes any brand of worn-out athletic shoes in the making of new sports facilities. Shop where you drop. When dropping off donated clothing and other items at a thrift or resale store, walk inside and see what’s for sale. Read labels before purchasing. Some clothes require more maintenance that isn’t eco-friendly, such as special detergents, ironing or even dry cleaning, which typically uses toxic perchloroethylene (PERC)—unless it’s a green cleaning process. Look for alternatives. Clothing made from organic, low-impact or recycled materials such as organic cotton, hemp, bamboo and recycled fibers, is available in stores and online. Dress casually. Dress suits for men and women require dry cleaning, so whenever possible, leave such fine attire in the closet. Buy the good stuff. Brand names often live up to their advertising. Prestigious trademarks often get that way by producing better-made, more durable clothing and also protecting their image by avoiding exploitive practices. Check them out online via third-party evaluators. Source: Adapted from BigGreenPurse.com. NaturalTucson.com
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globalbriefs Danger Signs
Monsanto Weed Killer Causes Animal Mutations The world’s most popular weed killer, Monsanto’s Roundup, a systemic, broad-spectrum herbicide, can induce morphological changes in vertebrate skeletal animals, say U.S. biologists studying its effect on amphibians. A study by University of Pittsburgh researchers says the poison, tested in environmentally relevant concentrations, caused the shapes of two species of amphibians to change. The study is the first to show these dangerous consequences. The presence of predators can cause tadpoles to change shape by altering their stress hormones, but similar shape changes seen after exposure to Roundup suggest the weed killer may interfere with the hormones of tadpoles, and potentially, many other animals. The development is important because amphibians not only serve as a barometer of an ecosystem’s health, but also as an indicator of potential dangers to other species in the food chain, including humans.
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The New York Times estimates that 78 million dogs produce more than 10.6 million tons of dung annually. To tackle the growing problem of unhygienic doggie doo-doo, about which USA Today reports, “At some beaches, dogs help raise bacteria levels so high that visitors must stay out of the water,” operators of Allan H. Treman Marine State Park, in Ithaca, New York, started a project in 2009 to compost the waste in its dog park. Plastic bags that don’t decompose easily end up in landfills, so park officials began placing corn-based, compostable bags in dispensers. A local company, Cayuga Compost, picks up the waste weekly for processing and deposits it into a pile mixed with yard and wood waste at a nearby composting site. In 18 months, the company composted 12 tons of dog waste from the park. Lab tests have shown that the compost is pathogen-free and has a high-nutrient profile that is perfect for flowers, shrubs and trees. Cayuga Program Manager Mark Whiting calls it a great example of upcycling—taking something that is otherwise considered worthless and turning it into a product with higher value. Note: ZeroWasteUSA.com and similar entities provide complete sustainable systems for pet waste disposal; biodegradable bags are widely available at retail.
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Long Live Exceptional Books With the avalanche of digital content available on a host of common devices that include computers, tablets and phones, some educators are concerned that literary classics are getting short shrift in the mix of websites, blogs, social networks and music. The Great Books Summer Program (GreatBooksSummer.com) introduces young book lovers to literature they would not typically encounter in today’s classrooms. The unique summer camp, held for the past 10 years at Amherst College, in Massachusetts, and Stanford University, in California, was created for middle school and high school students to discover and maintain critical reading and thinking skills during their seasonal break and beyond. “Great Books’ faculty not only stresses the importance of reading, but introduces exceptional literature that students wouldn’t typically discover on their own,” says cofounder and Academic Director Peter Temes, Ph.D. Primary goals of the program are to help students learn how to read and think at a college level; learn how to engage in lively, spirited, yet disciplined discussion; gain new powers of perception, critical thinking and self-expression; develop greater confidence with peers and adults; and launch their own lifelong intellectual journey. Register now for next summer. Source: The Christian Science Monitor
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BAREFOOTIN’: IT GROUNDS US Reap Earth’s Energy for Wellness by Debra Melani
Imagine feeling the surge of well-being that comes from strolling barefoot on a moist, sandy beach or sinking all 10 toes into a cool, lush lawn on a warm summer day. Both comprise an experience known as “grounding” or “earthing”. Recent research suggests that these tempting life experiences offer more than feel-good frolics; they might help reboot health.
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y the end of the day, I could hardly walk. My feet would be screaming,” relates Lynn Deen, 66, of Mio, Michigan, describing dealing with Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis in both heels. “I struggled with it for four years. I tried everything, from conventional treatments to
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complementary therapies. Nothing touched it.” Then Deen listened to an online interview about earthing, a therapy that involves connecting with the Earth’s electrical field, either through skinto-ground contact (barefoot strolls) or by using home grounding products
available online. Motivated by a yearning to maintain her active lifestyle, she decided to try it. Three months later, she attested, “My heels were completely normal.” And because she opted to use a special earthing bedsheet, Deen says her husband benefited, too. “We have better sleep, less snoring and a better sense of well-being,” she reports. Theoretically, because the waterabundant human body is a good electrical conductor, such grounding allows negatively charged free electrons, which are rife on the Earth’s surface, to enter the body and scour it for free radicals: those positively charged particles that may cause disease and inflammation. “Most of the diseases today are related to chronic inflammation,” says Dr. Martin Gallagher, a physician and chiropractor who heads Medical Wellness Associates, a large integrative medicine clinic in Jeannette, Pennsylvania. “That inflammation is considered to be the buildup of positive electrons. The Earth’s free electrons neutralize these chemical buzz bombs, called free radicals, bringing the body back to homeostasis. It is that state of equilibrium that allows the body to heal.” Today’s lifestyles have nearly eliminated that natural healing effect, says James Oschman, director of the Nature’s Own Research Association, in Dover, New Hampshire. “When I was a kid, my shoes came off in the spring and didn’t come back on until fall,” Oschman recalls. Today, almost everybody wears plastic-soled shoes, rides in vehicles and hangs out indoors on carpet and wood or tiled floors, completely blocking these free electrons, which Oschman maintains are the most effective and efficient antioxidants available. He states, “We’ve experienced a total disconnect.” His claim is supported by small studies that are beginning to accumulate, indicating the potential benefits of grounding. Here is a sampling of the findings, from The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Helped the body’s natural healing response. Researchers compared physiological changes during a twohour grounding session of 14 men and 14 women and then a two-hour sham session. Changes in respiration and heart
rates plus blood oxygenation within 20 minutes of grounding appeared to aid the healing process, reports lead author Gaetan Chevalier, Ph.D., director of the Earthing Institute. He notes that as in previous studies, subjects with acute inflammation experienced less swelling, redness, heat and pain. Improved sleep and reduced pain and stress. Researchers grounded 12 patients looking for these benefits while they slept. Comparing their cortisol levels (a stress-related hormone) prior to the eight-week study with results from periodic retesting and follow-up interviews, they found that grounding reduced nighttime levels of cortisol and better aligned its secretion with the body’s natural 24-hour circadian rhythm, which is important for sleep. Subjects reported improvements in all three areas. Decreased muscle pain. Researchers looked at blood counts and chemistry in eight active exercisers, following routines that assured muscle soreness. Four subjects treated with grounding techniques showed a boosted immune response and reported reduced pain. Oschman says that some professional athletes swear by the practice, including members of four U.S. Tour de France teams (between 2003 and 2007) that were grounded nightly during the competitions. Gallagher, who estimates that 70 percent of his patients consciously practice grounding, sees improvement in conditions including heart disease, arthritis, chronic pain, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue syndrome, attention deficit disorder, allergies, asthma, menopausal symptoms, sleep apnea and jet lag. Judged safe for all ages, blood-thinners present the only known complication, so heart patients should consult their doctors. “This is like the relationship of vitamin D from sunlight,” concludes Gallagher. “We are receiving something that is integral to our design, part of our nature. Earthing isn’t an intellectual concept; it’s a necessity of life.”
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Come Back to Your Senses A Childlike Spirit Shows the Way by Clint Kelly
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hildren know that the wonders of creation may be comprehended through the five senses; for what are the senses really, but five portals, or ways, of knowing? Watching any group of children for a time brings a distinct sense that they are closer to understanding all that the senses have to teach us. They don’t just smell a flower; they inhale it. An ant is best observed not from a standing position, but on one’s belly. They do not simply taste something good and move on, they roll it around the tongue, lick it gradually and make it last. Children savor their senses, patiently waiting for the full story to emerge. A child’s imagination is embellished by the senses to the point of celebration. Children are teachable because they are hitting on all cylinders of human sensory perception and can never get enough. A child at play is a child with portals wide open. If adults lived that way—hilariously, at full speed, unencumbered—how
much more might they perceive and how much more might others perceive in them? To that child at play, there is something of God that is also in the rain, the mud and the untethered laughter that rings out from the puddlesplasher. So, how do we come back to our senses? Revel in the little things. Cook together and discuss how every sense comes into play. One of many people’s favorite activities is to make organic popcorn, a wonderful object lesson in how all the senses work together to yield a pleasurable result. Hear it pop, smell its mouthwatering goodness, see how the kernels expand, taste the yummy results and feel the difference between popped and unpopped corn, lightly topped with natural salt. “Feely” bags are fun. Place a fruit or vegetable in a small sack or clean sock and have kids guess what’s inside by listening to the sound it makes when shaken, what it smells like, what it feels like and with eyes closed, what a small bite tastes like. Lastly, let them look inside. We do well to keep our eyes peeled too, like children, and be amazed by all the ways life is continuously communicating with us. Clint Kelly is the author of the Sensation series of thrillers, based on the human senses. He lives with his wife in the high-touch beauty of Washington State.
Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health, medicine and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at Debra Melani.com or DMelani@msn.com. NaturalTucson.com
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Healthy Eating, Family-Style
No-Fuss, Stay-Trim Strategies by Matthew Kadey
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n exhausting routine of early m o r n i n g wa k e u p s , s o c c e r practices and work deadlines makes it understandably easy to put healthy family eating on the back burner. As more time-strapped families adopt drive-through dining, it’s no surprise that weight scales nationwide are buckling under the pressure. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, more than a third of American adults are obese. But the expanding-waistline epidemic impacts far more than just the quality of life among adults. A report in the Journal of the American Medical Association states that 16 percent
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of children are either overweight or obese, with another 16 percent knocking on the door. According to Sally Phillips, a registered dietitian and nutrition expert at Ohio’s Akron Children’s Hospital, a child that has an unhealthy body weight not only often has self-esteem issues, but is also at increased risk for Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, elevated blood cholesterol and triglycerides, plus orthopedic challenges; all health problems that possibly could impact life expectancy. More, childhood obesity that progresses into adulthood has been linked to increased artery wall thickness—a
marker for atherosclerosis. Because many overweight children become plump adults, lifestyle modification at an early age is vital. Try these no-fuss strategies from experts to overcome today’s pitfalls to attaining family nutrition.
The un-family meal
The sit-down meal is an endangered family function, thanks to hectic schedules, time spent with TV, video games, the Internet and other electronic devices, as well as the perceived uncool factor of noshing with the folks. Yet studies show that family meals foster communication and usually lead to higher intakes of calciumand fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, plus
lower amounts of unhealthy fats, sugar and sodium, says Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., a registered dietitian and associate clinical professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in New York. A supporting study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association confirmed that tykes that took in fewer family meals (and watched more TV) were more likely to be overweight. University of Minnesota researchers found that adolescent girls that ate often with their family were less prone to use cigarettes, alcohol and drugs. Try this: Commit to a sit-down meal most days of the week, suggests Registered Dietitian Brenda J. Ponichtera, author of Quick and Healthy Recipes and Ideas. Don’t overlook breakfast as potential family time as well, counsels Ayoob. “Kids that eat a well-balanced breakfast do better in school, have improved vitamin and mineral intake and are more likely to maintain a healthy body weight.”
Liquid calories Today’s average American household obtains more than 20 percent of its daily calories from beverages; on average, soft drinks alone account for 8 percent of adolescents’ calorie intake. The rise in beverage consumption has mirrored the country’s slide toward rounder body shapes. “Satiety is less when you drink calories versus eating the same calories in foods, because drinks empty from the stomach quicker,” advises Phillips. “The extra calories from liquids can easily exceed what the body can use.” The worst culprits are “liquid candy” such as soda and energy, sport and sweetened fruit drinks. In a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Harvard researchers confirmed that a greater intake of these beverages leads to weight gain in adults and children. “Plus, most sweetened drinks don’t have much nutritional value,” says Ayoob. Although they contain important vitamins, even fruit juices, such as orange, cranberry and apple, still pack a lot of concentrated sugars. Try this: Phillips recommends
limiting empty-calorie sweetened beverages and replacing them with unsweetened choices like low-fat milk, homemade iced tea and filtered water jazzed up with lemon or lime. Keep daily intake of fruit juice between four to eight ounces, and focus on eating whole fruits, instead. “You can also freeze natural fruit juice in ice-cube trays,” says Phillips. “Pop these into [a glass of] water for a hint of sweet flavor.” Send children to school or camp with a reusable, BPAfree water container (stainless steel works well) so they get in the aquadrinking habit. Also consider stocking the fridge with refreshing, potassiumrich coconut water.
Chicken again? Never before has such a variety of foods been more readily available. Still, too many families fall into the trap of preparing the same familiar eats—like spaghetti, chicken, and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches on white bread— week in and week out. When children are repeatedly presented with the same foods, they don’t learn to appreciate new flavors and textures, which reinforces a picky palate and a fear of unfamiliar dishes, says Ayoob. From a body weight standpoint, an article published in Science suggests that when the brain isn’t gratified by food—which can happen when the family eats roast chicken for the fourth time in the same week—people are more likely to make midnight kitchen raids and add to their total calorie intake. Try this: Once a week, have a newfood-of-the-week meal, featuring healthy ingredients such as quinoa, lean bison or kale, paired with family favorites, to encourage branching out. “Don’t throw in the towel if your child emphatically refuses it at the start. Research shows that it can take 10 or more times before a new food is accepted by a finicky eater,” advises Phillips, a mother of two. She also suggests letting kids loose in the produce department to pick a new fresh item they are curious about, and then involving them in its preparation, so they are more likely to try it. “Or, substitute a familiar food, like apples, with pears,” Ayoob recommends. NaturalTucson.com
Snack attacks
With so much unhealthy snack food marketed toward kids, it’s easy for youngsters to graze their way to a bigger waistline. Findings shared by Italian university researchers in the Journal of Pediatric Gastr oenter ology and Nutrition specifically link savory, energy-dense snack foods with childhood obesity. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that the percentage of American children eating three regular meals a day has decreased over the past 25 years, while consumption of high-calorie, snack-type foods has gone up. “Unhealthy snacking can have an impact on academic performance, energy levels and weight,” Ayoob remarks. Try this: Don’t push the panic button if a child looks a little heavy while he or she is still growing, but it never hurts to give the household pantry and fridge an overhaul. First, get rid of nutrient-devoid chips, cookies and soda. “Replace them with
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healthier, portable fuel like nuts, baby carrots, low-fat string cheese and cottage cheese, yogurt and dried fruit,” suggests Ayoob. This does away with the goodversus-bad food battle on the home front. Ponichtera likes keeping a bowl of varicolored seasonal fruit on the counter for when kids return home ravenous. She also recommends offering sliced veggies and fruit with tasty and nutritious yogurt, guacamole or hummus dip, or making after-school smoothies, using frozen fruit, healthy, low-fat milk and yogurt. Because watching TV—including commercials extolling unhealthy foods—provides prime opportunities for mindless snacking (various studies link excess TV time with elevated body fat), consider pulling the plug after an hour. If snacking must be done in front of the tube, Ponichtera likes natural, unbuttered popcorn, deeming it excellent because it’s whole-grain, low in calories and high in filling fiber.
Meals in a hurry
The desire for something quick may be why half of total U.S. food expenditures today go to meals prepared outside the home. Studies suggest that the more we purchase fast food, the greater our girth. “This should come as no surprise, because what is often ordered is mostly out-of-control portions, higher in calories, fat, sugar and salt, than what would be served at home,” says Ayoob. Even shunning the all-too-familiar drive-through for a smarter option could pack on pounds. Researchers reported in the Journal of Consumer Research that an individual is likely to underestimate the calories in a meal marketed by a restaurant as healthier, than those in a
meal from a perceived offender. This mistake often leads to overeating through purchasing extra or bigger side orders, suggest the study’s authors. University of Minnesota research suggests that adolescent members of families that rely on fewer than three purchased meals per week are more likely to consume healthier beverages and vegetables with meals and less prone to indulge in soda and chips at home. Try this: Skip the fast food outlets and open The Joy of Cooking. “Preparing more home-cooked meals is all about planning and implementing time-saving strategies,” says Ponichtera. Take time during the weekend to create dinner menus for the coming week, with input from all family members, and make a detailed grocery list to facilitate an efficient visit to the health food store and grocery. Ponichtera also stresses the, “Cook once, serve twice,” trick, where home chefs purposely double the recipe and plan to serve leftovers later, adding different sides for variety. When time is at a premium, tossing ingredients for stews or chilies into a slow cooker in the morning is a tasty and healthy option. “Always have a few homemade dishes that can be easily warmed up, such as lasagna, soups and casseroles, in your freezer,” adds Ponichtera. It also works to freeze leftovers in lunch-size containers to take to work. On days when family members have time to cook, make salads and dressings (served on the side) or bean, vegetable and whole-grain side dishes ahead of time, so they will be ready accompaniments for the coming week’s entrées. NaturalTucson.com
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Cherished Family Members Solutions for Pass-Around Pets by Rebecca Ryan
Animal companions provide entertainment, comfort and unconditional acceptance and become part of the family. When major changes affect the lives of owners, they also affect pets. What happens to them when family dynamics shift?
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hen Kaitlin Crocker arrived in North Grafton, Massachusetts, at Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2006, she met up with another new arrival, a 3-year-old beagle named Daisy. Usually such dogs are acquired from research facilities so that students can perform physical health exams and work to socialize them. Crocker notes, “Daisy might never have been outside before; she was afraid of the door, the steps and big dogs. I was glad to see that once her nose took over, she decided a walk was kind of fun.” Tufts dogs are typically available for adoption afterward, and Daisy moved in with Crocker’s parents, until Crocker finished school. “Daisy got along well with our family dog, Hawk. She adjusted to home life, especially after we added lights in the back yard, because she was afraid of the dark,” recalls her mother.
After graduation, the newly minted veterinarian married and found a house with a nice yard for Daisy. The dog’s only apparent problem so far has been with a hissing feline called Gracie, whom Daisy has decided to ignore. Daisy’s next adjustment will be the arrival of a human baby; one of Crocker’s girlfriends is aiding the preparation by bringing her baby to visit, so Daisy can learn about bottles, diapers and crying infants. After Jessica Albon’s apartment building was sold, she and her Labrador retriever, Izzy, relocated to a 300-squarefoot apartment on her parent’s property, with shared kitchen facilities. “It caused some friction,” admits this WinstonSalem website designer and owner of Thrive Your Tribe. “Two-year-old Izzy was full of energy, and our ideas of training differed.” Albon couldn’t find an apartment willing to take a large pet, so NaturalTucson.com
her answer was to buy a house. Business travel from New York also takes Steven Rice, a vice president at public relations firm Harrison & Shriftman, away from his rescue dog, Samantha. Then, “My parents get the fun of having a dog around without the fulltime commitment,” says Rice, “while Samantha enjoys the change from a city apartment to a large backyard.” The dog has favorite toys, her regular food and her own bed nearby, so she feels right at home. In the case of divorce, courts routinely treat pets as property, rather than family, although attitudes are changing as judges recognize the emotional attachment of both parties. Attorneys encourage couples to decide where the pet will live. “During our divorce, the issue of who would get custody of our beagle almost took us by surprise,” says David Bakke, the Atlanta-based online editor of Money Crashers Personal Finance, headquartered in Chicago. “We were so involved in the issues of child custody, alimony and child support that we didn’t discuss Rocky until late in the process.” “My wife got primary custody of our children. We decided it would be in the best interests of both our dog and our kids that they live together,” Bakke says. “When they visit me, they bring Rocky with them. I miss him, but I also know this is best for everyone else.” When children are not an issue, pets can become a primary concern in divorces. “We never had children and our Yorkshire terrier, Clover, became our substitute,” says Courtney Karem, marketing director at the Bougainvillea Clinique, in Winter Park, Florida. “My ex-husband eventually moved a few hours away, but we arrange for him to see Clover, who lives with me.” In acrimonious divorce cases, matrimonial Attorney Rachel Weisman, founder of Weisman Law Group, in New York City, has dealt with pet ownership. There have been occasions where a spouse denies rightful visitation before custody is determined or even gives the pet away without consensual agreement. If there is a possibility of abuse, a protective order for the animal can be obtained, advises Weisman. The August
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core question is what is the key to the pet’s health and happiness? Times of change are stressful for all concerned, but can be made easier for pets by keeping their interests in mind, just as one would with beloved children. Rebecca Ryan writes about pets and more for Natural Awakenings. Connect at RebeccaRyan@mindspring.com.
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4 Visit the new location together. Give the pet sufficient time to explore and become comfortable. 4 Pack a doggie suitcase with familiar items, including food, leash, bedding, favorite chew and other toys, yummy treats and an item of unwashed clothing with the owner’s scent on it. 4 Provide written instructions about feeding, activities, likes, dislikes and any fears, plus the current family schedule, especially if a former spouse has a new partner. 4 Stick to the pet’s regular daily routines as much as possible. Source: Linda Michaels, dog psychologist and owner of Wholistic Dog Training, in San Diego, CA
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or most parents, back-to-school season also signals the start of cold season, which for some kids, can stretch out for months. Kids’ immune systems, like their brains, need to be educated and strengthened, which might explain why young children are likely to experience two or three colds a year, says Dr. Lawrence Rosen, a holistic pediatrician practicing in New Jersey and chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Complementary and Integrative Medicine. Here are some great strategies to keep kids healthy and bolster their immune systems throughout the year. Manage stress: Stress is probably
the biggest challenge to a child’s immune system, says Rosen. “Stress plays a big role in immune health. It literally impacts us on the cellular level. Studies repeatedly show that kids get sick more frequently when they are stressed out.” “Give your kids some down time,” Rosen advises. “Don’t schedule every minute of their time. If you are a compulsive scheduler, then schedule quiet time.” Sleep is a vital component of immune system health, he points out. “Most children need eight hours of sleep a day and surprisingly, teenagers may need as much as 10 hours.”
Dr. Lawrence Rosen suggests a homemade hand wash blend of essential oils commonly called Thieves Oil. He makes up his own sweet-smelling antibacterial blend from cinnamon, clove, lemon eucalyptus, rosemary and orange oils, mixed with a little aloe vera and water. Keep in a spray bottle next to every sink. Eat right: Eliminating sugar completely from a child’s diet is a huge step toward better health and building a strong immune system, says holistic Pediatrician Debby Hamilton, of Boulder, Colorado. In California, a Loma Linda University study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that eating or drinking eight tablespoons of sugar (about the amount in two, 12-ounce soft drinks) can: n Reduce the ability of white blood cells to fight off infection by 40 percent. n Lower immune function for up to five hours. n Block absorption of vitamin C, which plays a vital role in immune function. n Make cells more permeable to the influx of bacteria and viruses. Tracee Yablon-Brenner, a registered dietitian, holistic health counselor and co-founder of RealFoodMoms.com, offers a few tips to get kids enthusiastic about healthy eating: n Ask kids to help prepare the food and set the table, with tasks appro- priate to their ages. n Cut vegetables in small pieces and “hide” them in favorite foods; for example, add zucchini and broccoli to spaghetti sauce. n Grow a garden (even a container garden) and engage children in the fun of growing food. n Take them to a farmers’ market to help pick out meal ingredients.
Any food high in vitamin C is great for strengthening immune systems and improving overall health. Sources include citrus fruits, berries, bell peppers, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts and all dark, green, leafy vegetables, especially kale. Yablon-Brenner thinks that juice is too high in sugar (even natural sugars) and instead favors fiber-rich whole fruits. She encourages eating lots of wild-caught fish (avoiding farmed fish, which can be contaminated with mercury and other toxic substances) and plenty of foods rich in vitamin E and zinc, such as pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds. Probiotics are also important for keeping the immune system strong. For some kids, eating all-natural yogurt is enough, but for others, probiotic supplements may be necessary. “I’m really passionate about educating and teaching families about the benefits of eating real food and helping them recognize that food is really the best medicine,” says YablonBrenner. Exercise: Daily exercise is a key component of any health regimen. “Sometimes, I literally write a prescription for family exercise,” says Rosen. Outdoor exercise is beneficial because it also exposes children to the sun, helping them to manufacture the vitamin D that is essential for a strong immune system. Other highly recommended exercise programs include yoga for stress reduction, which can be adapted even for small children. Supplements: Rosen and Hamilton both favor select supplements for children, especially during cold and flu season. Rosen recommends a whole-food multivitamin for kids every day, as well as vitamin D supplements (if blood tests confirm a deficiency), as follows: 400 IU daily for babies, 1,000 IU for young children, 2,000 IU for tweens and 4,000 IU for teens and adults. Hamilton adds 15 milligrams of zinc daily and likes targeted herbal preparations for preventing and treating colds. Sanitation: The experts’ advice here NaturalTucson.com
may be surprising: They all recommend letting kids get a little dirty. “Kids are a little too sterile,” says Hamilton. “We used to play in the dirt, get dirt under our nails and expose our immune systems to bacteria that made them stronger. Our focus on antibacterial products today has actually led to the growth of antibioticresistant superbugs.” As a postscript, she recommends avoiding hand sanitizers; not only are they less than effective, but their alcohol content can cause dry skin. Kathleen Barnes is a natural health advocate, author and publisher; 10 Best Ways to Manage Stress is her latest book. Visit KathleenBarnes.com.
Kale Crisps Recipe Kids Like 1 bunch of organic curly kale Sea salt to taste Garlic powder to taste 2 Tbsp lemon juice Preheat oven to 350° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Wash and dry kale leaves, place in a single layer on baking sheet and sprinkle with sea salt. Roast for 8 to 10 minutes, until slightly browned and crispy. Drizzle with lemon juice and serve. Source: Tracee Yablon-Brenner, from RealFoodMoms.com August
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MONDAY, AUGUST 6
Delectable Desserts with Chef Hila – 7pm. It’s a raw, gluten-free, vegan dessert adventure. $35 includes instruction, desserts and recipe booklet. The Tasteful Kitchen, 722 N Stone Ave. 520-250-9600.
Exploring Healthy Relationships – 6:30-8pm. A series of lectures with Sandra Larison. RSVP, seating limited. $20/class. Genesis Natural Medicine Center, 3920 N Campbell Ave. 520-495-4400.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 2
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7
Habitat for Humanity Tucson Accepting Applications for Homeowners – 5:30-7pm. Attend a free information session to learn more about how to qualify for a Habitat home and a zero-interest mortgage. En español. Habitat for Humanity Tucson, 621 W Lester St. HabitatTucson.org.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3
High School Grand Opening & Community Dinner – 5-8pm. Join the Western Institute for Leadership Development at Grand Opening Celebration of their brand new 10-acre high school campus. Free community dinner, entertainment, tour of their state-ofthe-art facility designed for hands-on project-based learning. 1300 S. Belvedere Rd. 85711. Lupita, 520-615-2200. TheWesternInstitute.org. IONS Tucson presents “Finding Joe” – 6:30-8pm. An exploration of Joseph Campbell’s studies and their continuing impact on our culture. $5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. 520-399-8285. IonsTucson.org. Healing and Transformation with Forgiveness and Divine Healing Hands – 6:30-9:30pm. With Master Allan Chuck. Learn and experience a powerful forgiveness practice. $20, $15 by Aug 2. Caritas Center for Healing, 330 E 16th St. RSVP, Christie: 520-203-3027.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
Geocaching for Beginners – 9:30-11am. An interactive presentation about geocaching. Players search for hidden containers using GPS-enabled devices. Free. Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W Naranja Dr. 520-229-5300. Petscapes – 1-3pm. Learn about Petscapes, organic landscape solutions that provide safe surroundings for your pet. Also explore organic methods for flea control and pet-waste composting. $25, $20/member. Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N Alvernon Way. 520-326-9686. TucsonBotanical.org.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5
Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebration Service – 10am, meditation; 10:30-11:30am, service. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712. 520-319-1042, Admin@TucsonCSL.org, TucsonCSL.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, AndraART@cox.net, AndraART.com. Chakra Yoga – 1pm. Balance your mind, body and spirit with this fantastic yoga class. $4. Natural Way Wellness Spa, 329 E 7th St, 85705. 520-882-8828. 36
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Eating Naturally – 9am-3pm. With Patrick Moore. 5 CE hours. $130. A Rich Experience, 7435 N Oracle Rd, Ste 101. 520-544-8086. ARichExperience.com. The Island President/One Hit Wonders – 7:30 pm. “Powerful! Compelling and thought-provoking, the film is heartening and unsettling by turns.” - Kenneth Turan, The Los Angeles Times. Loft Cinema, 3233 E Speedway Blvd. LoftCinema.org.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8
Mount Lemmon Wildflower Hike – 8am-12pm. Naturalist Meg Quinn leads an easy-to-moderate hike on a mountain trail to seek out summer wildflowers. Location given with registration: 520-615-7855, EEducation@Pima.gov. Veggie Tapas with Chef Hila – 6pm. Spanish inspired vegan, gluten-free and raw tapas. $35 includes instruction, several tapas and recipe booklet. The Tasteful Kitchen, 722 N Stone Ave. 520-250-9600. Oslo, August 31st/ Loft Film Fest Showcase – 7:30 pm. “A perfectly linear story that bristles with suspense and ambiguity ... has the satisfying gravity of specific experience.” - A.O. Scott, The New York Times.Loft Cinema, 3233 E Speedway Blvd. LoftCinema.org.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9
Meet Our Wild Neighbors – 10:30am. Representatives of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum bring ambassadors from the desert animal realm. $7.50, $4.50/ages 7-13, free/younger child, includes admission to the park. Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, 1 Burruel St. 520-398-2252. Land Birds – 6-8pm. Roadrunners, quail, doves and woodpeckers (and a few others) are the focus of this class, as we discuss their classification, identification and ecology. $23, $20/member. Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N Alvernon Way. 520-326-9686. TucsonBotanical.org. Janmastami – 7pm-12am. Two stages with live music, Classical Indian Dance, fire acrobats, jugglers, kids’ activities, cooking demo and vegetarian food. After 9:30pm there will be Temple Ceremonies and a free feast for all. Free. 711 E Blacklidge. 520-7920630. GovindasOfTucson.com.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11
How to Reach Your Highest Potential – 10-11am. Will review the 7 Habits for Spiritual Progress and how cultivating these habits helps us to reach our highest potential. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Annex Room 3. 520-603-1558. Santmat.net.
Volunteer Orientation Habitat for Humanity Tucson – 10-11am. No prior experience in construction necessary; we will teach you everything you need to know. Free. Habitat for Humanity Tucson, 621 W Lester St. Emily: 520-326-1217 x 210, Volunteer@ HabitatTucson.org. HabitatTucson.org. TRE – Aug 11 & 25. 10-11:30am. Diann teaches TRE using 6 simple exercises, using your body’s healing responses. Bring a yoga mat or towel. $10. SpiritsChild, 3870 W River Rd, Ste 120. 520-7444402. RSVP: 520-834-7698 or Gdshively@cox.net. Tucson Children Need Your Help –10am-12pm. See how you can become a foster family. Learn the requirements and the process in becoming a foster family. CPES Loving Hearts Foster Care, 2828 N Country Club, Ste 100. 884-7954 x 156. Workshop on Science of Reiki – 2-4pm. Presenting up-to-date research findings on clinical and physiological effects of Reiki, and chance to experience how Reiki’s effects are measured in the lab. $25. Central Tucson. Ann Baldwin, PhD: 520795-4048. ABaldwin@Mind-Body-Science.com. Mind-Body-Science.com. Vinyasa Flow Yoga – Aug 11 & 25. 4-5pm. With Bridget Bonner. Emphasizes the mind/body connection. The fluid motion of poses builds strength and flexibility. All levels welcome. $10/class. Spirits Child, 3870 W River Rd, Ste 120. 520-744-4402. Flashlight Night at the International Wildlife Museum – 6-8pm. Bring flashlights and explore the museum’s wildlife in the dark. $8, $3/age 4-12, free/ younger child & member. International Wildlife Museum, 4800 W Gates Pass Rd. 520-629-0100.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
Mask Making – Aug 11 & 12. With Ann Ring & Kathleen Jones. Join us in the messy, but fun art of making a mask of your very own. $35 for 2 days. New Moon Haven. RSVP: 520-825-9044. Details: NewMoonHaven.com. Desert Mountain Meditation – Aug 12 & 26. 9:3011am. Aug 12: Seeing the world as it is (and isn’t). Aug 26: Practice of centering prayer. Led by Bob Ebert. Free. SpiritsChild, 3870 W River Rd, Ste 120. 520-744-4402. Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebration Service – 10am, meditation; 10:30-11:30am, service. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712. 520-319-1042, Admin@TucsonCSL.org, TucsonCSL.org. Couples Massage – 1pm. Bring a partner and learn basic techniques for easing tension in the neck and shoulders. $6. Natural Way Wellness Spa, 329 E 7th St, 85705. 520-882-8828. Potluck and Film – 12:15pm, potluck; 1:30pm, film. Inspired by the writings of best-selling author Louise L. Hay, Painting the Future reveals how the thoughts we choose create the life we live. $5. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N. Camino Blanco. BraveHeart Women Resonate – 1-4pm. Discover rich, gender specific tools at our monthly meeting. Call or email for one time free pass ($40 value), and stay for our early dinner “Connect More” for $20. Viscount Suite Hotel. 520-290-3070. Sarah.Amos@BraveHeartWomenResonate.com.
MONDAY, AUGUST 13
Exploring Healthy Relationships – 6:30-8pm. A series of lectures with Sandra Larison. RSVP, seating limited. $20/class. Genesis Natural Medicine Center, 3920 N Campbell Ave. 520-495-4400.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 14
Strengthen Your Writing Hands-on Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Learn to improve everything you write. See description August 17. Same workshop, alternate format; meets two consecutive Tuesday evenings for shorter times. $49. Lotus Center, 2850 E Grant. Barbara McNichol: 520-615-7910, BarbaraMcNichol.com. Landscaping with Legumes – 7pm. Matt Johnson, director of the UA’s Desert Legume Program, speaks on the use of legumes in landscaping. Free. Ward 6 City Council Office, 3202 E First St. 520-791-4601.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15
Tucson Bird and Wildlife Festival – Aug 15-19. Dinner programs & field trips with keynote speakers, workshops, expert-led birding and field trips. Also free natural history talks, vendors, live birds and more. For schedule of events: TucsonAudubon.org. Preserving Arizona’s Night Skies – 12-2pm. A look at the night sky, and a discussion about its importance to the state and the problems of light pollution. Free. Western National Parks Association, 12880 N Vistoso Village Dr. Reservations required: 520-622-6014. WNPA.org.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 16
Prickly Pear Harvesting Workshop – 4-7pm. Learn how to harvest, process and cook with the desert’s most plentiful fruit. Free. Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market, 100 S Avenida del Convento. 520-882-3304. Songbirds Part 3: Sparrows to Goldfinches – 6-8pm. Will investigate the classification and identification of these birds using sight and sound. $15, $12/member. Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N Alvernon Way. 520-326-9686. TucsonBotanical.org. Coronary Artery Disease Can Be Reversed Presentation – 7-8:30pm. Learn about how blockages are formed, and how coronary artery disease can be prevented, halted, stabilized and reversed. Learn proven relaxation techniques to calm hearts. Free. Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E River Rd. 520-797-2281.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17
Strengthen Your Writing Hands-on Workshop – 8:30-11:30am. Learn to improve everything you write by editing your work to build credibility and present a strong, persuasive message devoid of clutter. $49. Lotus Center, 2850 E Grant. Barbara McNichol: 520615-7910, BarbaraMcNichol.com. Marma Massage – Aug 17-19. Fri, 4-8pm; Sat & Sun, 9am-6pm. With Christopher Sean Rice. 20 CE hours. $450. A Rich Experience, 7435 N Oracle Rd, Ste 101. 520-544-8086. ARichExperience.com. Reiki Circle – 5:30-7pm. Receive energy in a handson seated Reiki session. Sessions last about 20 minutes. No need to register. $5. SpiritsChild, 3870 W River Rd, Ste 120. 520-744-4402.
WaterSmart Landscapes for Homeowners – 9am12pm, 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, SmartScape.Pima@gmail.com.
Art of Ayurveda: Imagine – 6:30-8pm. A forum to discuss solutions. Learn a few techniques from Ayurveda, which are utilized at The Chopra Center for Well-being, that promote health and happiness. Friendship Villas, Bldg 2, 6505 N La Cholla Blvd. 520-909-0933.
Prickly 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 Thompson Arboretum, Hwy 60, Superior. 520-689-2811. AZStateParks.com.
Strengthen Your Writing Hands-on Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Learn to improve everything you write. See description August 17. Same workshop, alternate format; meets two consecutive Tuesday evenings for shorter times. $49. Lotus Center, 2850 E Grant. Barbara McNichol: 520-615-7910, BarbaraMcNichol.com.
Reiki for Pets – 12-5pm. Learn to balance and heal both people and animals on all levels. Bring pet photo. Specific applications for animal wellness and behaviors. $100/advance, $125/day of. SpiritsChild, 3870 W River Rd, Ste 120. To RSVP, Judy Ferrig: 520-245-4214. Letting Go into the New You Workshop – 1:00-5:00 pm. Release what’s in your way: fear, guilt, grief, being stuck. Experiential including an Angel Gong Wave. $59 earlybird. 3838 E. Ft. Lowell. Marcia Breitenbach, MA LPC, Marcia@TheMagnificentYou. com or 520-975-5376. SpiritedChangeAz.com and TheMagnificentYou.com. Igniting Your Intentions – 2-5pm. With Mary Gravelle. A 3-part series Aug 18, 25, Sept 1. Learn how to use writing, drawing and intention to live a better life. $200. New Moon Haven. To register, Mary: 575956-7315. IgnitingYourIntentions.com.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 19
Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebration Service – 10am, meditation; 10:30-11:30am, service. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712. 520-319-1042, Admin@TucsonCSL.org, TucsonCSL.org. Angelic Healing I – 10am-5pm. Learn the healing energies of the Angels, and learn how to bring the Angels energy into your healing techniques. Led by Aitreyia. $88. SpiritsChild, 3870 W River Rd, Ste 120. RSVP: 520-744-4402. Practical, Positive Spirituality – 10:30am. Experience a different kind of Sunday morning while learning to live life more fully, peacefully, abundantly and effectively. Life lived in alignment with Spirit is better. 1551 S Eastside Loop, Ste 121. 520-546-3696. Info@UnityChurchOfPeaceAZ.com. Free Stress-Free Workshop – 11:30am-1pm.Yoga poses to rejuvenate and revitalize the body, breathing practices and deep relaxation to calm and restore the mind, meditation and visualization to center the spirit. Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org. Balancing Skin Through Essential Oils – 1pm. Take charge of your skin with these hands on all natural methods. $6. Natural Way Wellness Spa, 329 E 7th St, 85705.
MONDAY, AUGUST 20
Naturopathic Doctors Meet and Greet – 6:30pm. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. Preregister, DeeAnn: 520-668-0039.
Exploring Healthy Relationships – 6:30-8pm. A series of lectures with Sandra Larison. RSVP, seating limited. $20/class. Genesis Natural Medicine Center, 3920 N Campbell Ave. 520-495-4400.
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 21
Ventana Canyon Indoor Arts and Crafts Festival – Aug 18-19. 10am-4pm. More than three dozen artists show their work in a range of media including jewelry, furniture and paintings. Free. Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N Resort Dr. 520-299-2020. Saaca.org.
Volunteer Orientation Habitat for Humanity Tucson – 3-4pm. No prior experience in construction necessary; we will teach you everything you need to know. Free. Habitat for Humanity Tucson, 621 W Lester St. Emily: 520-326-1217 x 210, Volunteer@HabitatTucson.org. HabitatTucson.org. NaturalTucson.com
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22
Gardening for Birds and Butterflies – 12-2pm. Learn how to create an environment that will attract birds and butterflies to the home landscape. Free. Western National Parks Association, 12880 N Vistoso Village Dr. Reservations required: 520-622-6014. WNPA.org. Delectable Desserts with Chef Hila – 7pm. It’s a raw, gluten-free, vegan dessert adventure. $35 includes instruction, desserts and recipe booklet. The Tasteful Kitchen, 722 N Stone Ave. 520-250-9600.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 25
Native American Wellness Day – 7am-3pm. A fun-run and walk, words from tribal leaders, activities and workshops of all age groups, health-fair booths and raffle prizes. Free. Pascua Yaqui Wellness Day, 5305 Calle Torim. 520-295-2493. MyoThaiYoga – Aug 25-26. 9am-6pm. With Christopher Sean Rice. 16 CE hours. $395. A Rich Experience, 7435 N Oracle Rd, Ste 101. 520-544-8086. ARichExperience.com. Wellness Day – 12:30-5:30pm. Offers four sessions of alternative healing for $50 including, Hypnotherapy, EFT, Chinese Medicine, Soul Healing, Life Coaching, Reiki, Cranial Sacral, Massage, Nutrition Counseling, etc. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. Info: 520-303-6042, Unitics@q.com. Release Trauma, Fear, Addictions, More – 1-3pm. Using your own healing abilities and acupressure points with TAT. $30/advance, $35/at event. New Moon Haven. Judy Ferrig, Reiki Master: 520-245-4214. Coronary Artery Disease Can Be Reversed Presentation – 1:30-3pm. See Aug 16 description. Free. Northwest YMCA, Pima County Community Center, 7770 N Shannon Rd, North of the Pima College Campus. 520-797-2281. Psychic Fair: Church Fundraiser – 2-5pm. Variety of readings: Spiritual One-on-One, Crystal ball, Abstract Art, Psychometry, Sea shells, Tarot Cards and Tea. All proceeds go to the church. $20/15-min reading. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave. 520-461-2910, 520-790-7374.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 26
Celebration and Potluck at Unity Church of Peace – 10:30am. Our love-based, practical spiritual teachings empower you to live your most abundant and meaningful life. Celebrate your magnificence. Child care available. 1551 S Eastside Loop, Ste 121. 520-546-3696. Info@UnityChurchOfPeaceAZ.com.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29
Veggie Tapas with Chef Hila – 6pm. Spanish inspired vegan, gluten-free and raw tapas. $35 includes instruction, several tapas and recipe booklet. The Tasteful Kitchen, 722 N Stone Ave. 520-250-9600. August
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 30
Visions: 2012 and Beyond – Aug 30-Sept 2. Perspectives from Experiencers, Science and Spirituality. International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS) North American conference at the Paradise Valley Resort, Scottsdale. Details on speakers, workshops, panels, special events: 919-383-7940 or IANDS.org.
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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, AndraART@cox.net, 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.
ongoingevents sunday Bruno Groening Circle of Friends Community Hours – Aug 4, 25, Sept 15. Help, healing on the Spiritual Path. Free. University of Arizona Medical Center, 1501 N Campbell Ave, Room E, cafeteria. Evey Weissman: 520-904-4801, Weissmae@email. arizona.edu. Bruno-Groening.org/English. Miracle Marketplace – 8am-5pm, Sun & Sat. 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, Marketplace@ MontereyCourtAZ.com, MontereyCourtAZ.com.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
Heart Healthy Series – Tuesdays, Sept 4-Nov 20. 4-7pm. Instruction from physicians, nurses, counselors, 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.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
Habitat for Humanity Tucson Accepting Applications for Homeowners – 5:30-7pm. Attend a free information 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. HabitatTucson.org.
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IONS Tucson presents “The Questions We Live By” – 6:30-8pm. Carla Woody, MA, CHT, author of Standing Stark and Calling Our Spirits Home: Gateways to Full Consciousness. $5 suggested donation. 520-399-8285. IonsTucson.org.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
Reiki Level 2 Attunement – 1-6pm. Learn distance healing, Byosen scanning and other advanced teachings of Usui Reiki. Class size is limited to four. $150 includes manual and certificate. Central Tucson. Ann Baldwin, PhD: 520-795-4048. ABaldwin@MindBody-Science.com. Mind-Body-Science.com.
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Special Guest Speaker: Edwene Gaines – 1011:30am. Workshop, 2-4:30pm. At the Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebration Services and afternoon workshop. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712. 520-319-1042, Admin@TucsonCSL.org, TucsonCSL.org.
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AIWC Meeting – “Trauma and the Body” with Adena Bank Lees & Dr. Marlo Archer. For details: AZIntegrative.org. 38
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Advice for Life and Prayers for World Peace – 10am. Everyone welcome. Free. Kadampa Meditation Center, Arizona (formerly Tara Center), 1701 E Miles St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org. Ai Chi – 10am. With Connie Seddon. Moving meditation, connecting to our source. Helps relieve chronic pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, fatigue, grief, PMS, and stress. $15/class; $50/4 wks. Santa Rita Springs. Connie: 520-245-6616. AquaticRelaxation.com. Center for Spiritual Living Tucson’s Sunday Celebration Services – 10am, meditation; 10:30-11:30am, service. Nickerson Auditorium, 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712. 520-319-1042, Admin@TucsonCSL.org, TucsonCSL.org. Inspirational Services – 10am-2pm. Word of inspiration, healing, meditation, psychic messages. United Fellowship Chapel, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-327-0142.
Prickly 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 Thompson Arboretum, Hwy 60, Superior. 520-689-2811. AZStateParks.com.
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Mystic Messengers Psychic Fair – 9am-4pm. 1st Sun (2nd Sun if a holiday). Readers, healers, intuitives, vendors. Admission free. Readings and healings: $20 for 15 mins. Windmill Suites, St Philip’s Plaza (Campbell & River). 520-742-9905. ReadersAndHealers.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. Info@UnityChurchOfPeaceAZ.com. Shame and Guilt Part of Your Life? – 9am & 11am. Unity teaches a different way of seeing yourself and your past. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N. Camino Blanco. 520-577-3300. Yogananda Gathering – 9am. 3rd Sun. Attune to Yogananda’s teachings through chanting, meditation affirmations, readings and the beautiful Festival of Light ceremony. Talk “Egotism and Desire: The Thieves of Happiness.” Food and fellowship follows. 1002 E Prince Rd. Elizabeth: 520-299-9309. AnandaArizona.org. Community Meditation – 9-9:45am. Various styles of meditation are offered. Open to beginning meditators and experienced ones looking for a sangha to meditate with. Free. Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. 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 Fellowship, 1702 E Prince Rd, Ste 140. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.com. Tucson Farmers’ Market at St. Philips Plaza – 9am1pm. Organic produce, fresh baked goods, custom blended teas, fresh roasted coffees, range-fed meats, gourmet soups and sauces, tamales and more. Intersection of River & Campbell. 520-882-2157.
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. Info@UnityChurchOfPeaceAZ.com. Community 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 Universality. Masonic Temple, 3590 N. Country Club Rd., Country Club & Prince. Founder Rev. Betty Tatalajski: 520-884-5340. TempleOfUniversality@ gmail.com. TheTempleOfUniversality.org. BraveHeart Women Resonate – 1-4pm. 2nd Sun. Discover rich, gender specific tools at our monthly meeting. Call/email for one time Free Pass ($40 value), and stay for our early dinner “Connect More” for $20. Viscount Suite Hotel. 520-290-3070. Sarah. Amos@BraveHeartWomenResonate.com. Science of Spirituality – 1-4pm. 1st & 3rd Sun. Free. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. Pat or Joe: 520-398-4266. Church of Mankind Services – 2pm. Come to the healing chair and receive laying-on of hands or messages from your Angels and Guides during services. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave. 520-4612910, 520-790-7374. 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.
Mark Your Calendar - Saturday, October 6 Trauma Expert Returns to Tucson - Trauma Release Process – October 6. Dr. David Berceli, Ph.D., inventor of the revolutionary, will be teaching his method for clearing trauma from the body and the associated mental/neurological patterns.. Location tbd. For more information, visit NewGroundEvents.com.
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 legendary 7-course feast: 7pm. $3. Govinda’s Natural Foods, 711 E Blacklidge Dr. 520-792-0630. GovindasOfTucson.com.
Self-Realization Fellowship – 6-8pm. Tucson Meditation Group. Teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. 1702 E Prince Rd, Ste 140. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.com. Satsang of Swami Amar Jyoti – 7:30pm. Wisdom Teachings of classical, universal spirituality, chanting and meditation. Library and bookshop open at 6:30pm. Aarati (worship) at 7pm. Free. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384.
monday Aarati at Jyoti Mandir (Temple of Light) – 6:30am & 7pm, daily. You are welcome for Sanskrit Chanting, 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, Continental and S Park Centre Ave. Ed: 520-603-8116. White 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. Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation – 11:30am12:30pm. Slow, gentle movements with deep, guided breathing. Relieve pain, tension, depression, improve circulation, breathing, flexibility, tone & endurance. $160/8 classes. First class free. Santa Rita Springs. Carolyn Rashti, MS: 520-742-4292. AquaticTherapyTucson.com. 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. 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. Tucson Writers Group – 6:30pm, Mon-Thurs. Preregister for new classes beginning September. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. 520-743-8214. Elenor@WritersStudio.com. WriterStudio.com.
Community Meditation – 7-8pm. Various styles of meditation are offered. Open to beginning meditators and experienced ones looking for a sangha to meditate with. Free. Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-3231222. YogaConnection.org.
Alice Bailey Books – 7pm. Presently reading Initiation, 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.
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Certified 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.
Healing 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.
Community Food Bank Farmers’ Market – 8am12pm. Fresh food from AZ farmers, demonstrations and samples. Cash, food stamp benefits, AZ FMNP checks welcome. 3003 S Country Club. 520-6220525. CommunityFoodBank.org.
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.
Belly Dancing for Beginners – 10-11am. $10/ class. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. DeeAnn: 520-668-0039.
Kundalini Yoga meets Joyology – 9:30-10:30am. With Rami Katz. For all levels; humor, music, breath rhythms, movement and posture ending with relaxation using a harmonic gong or singing bowl followed by meditation. $8/class. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N 1st Ave. 520-209-1755. Rami: 520-405-4068.
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 Therapist. Affordable to community. UMC North Supportive 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.
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. Info@UnityChurchOfPeaceAZ.com. Fun-Day 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.
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.
Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation – 11:30am12:30pm. Slow, gentle movements with deep, guided breathing. Relieve pain, tension, depression, improve circulation, breathing, flexibility, tone & endurance. $160/8 classes. First class free. Santa Rita Springs. Carolyn Rashti, MS: 520-742-4292. AquaticTherapyTucson.com.
Energization, Chanting and Meditation – 5pm, West or 6pm, East. Practice techniques taught by Paramahansa Yogananda. Free. Two locations: West, 3009 N Gaia Place (Grant/Silverbell/Goret Rd), 520-7431948. East, 4651 N Tierra Alta Dr (Catalina Hwy/ Houghton). 520-607-7760. AnandaArizona.org.
Qigong at Arizona Oncology Resource Center – 121pm. 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.
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 musical experience necessary. Free. Atria Valley Manor, 5549 E Lee. ActOnWisdom.com/Global-Chant. Ascended Masters’ Introductory Classes – 6:307:45pm. 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. SJTucson@aol.com. NaturalTucson.com
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. Instruction 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, Dsrtdrgn@gmail.com. Self-Realization Fellowship – 6-8pm. Tucson Meditation Group. Teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free. 1702 E Prince Rd, Ste 140. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.com. Oneness Blessing – 6:30pm. Experience divine love, inner peace, quieting of your mind, and grace through Deeksha, transference of intelligent energy. $10 suggested donation. Lucia Maya/Zelie Duvauchelle. 520579-8844, LuminousAdventures.com, ZelieD.com. August
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Life Empowerment Circle – 7-8pm. With Rev Marsha Zimmerman. Based upon Metaphysical Principles and focuses on dream logs, personal journaling, healing meditation, and group discussion. United Fellowship Chapel, Inc, 4718 E Hawthorne St. 520-327-0142.
thursday Meditation Class – 2nd Thurs. Taught by Marcey Rosin, LAc. Teaches a fun and easy meditative practice used for health enhancement and relaxation. Free, but must register. TMC Senior Services Health Enhancement. 520-324-4345. 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.
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. 520207-2429 x 2, Marketplace@MontereyCourtAZ.com, 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. Creating Breast Health – 5:30-7pm. 4th Thurs. Through reflexology, movement, breathing, energy work and self massage. Learn simple techniques that support your lymphatic system. Women only. $40. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. Jane McCutchen, Certified Reflexologist: 520-270-5020.
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. Instruction 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. Dsrtdrgn@gmail.com. Manual Lymph Drainage & Massage Cupping – 125pm 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 meetings 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 scientific 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.
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.
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Catalina Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Fresh produce, 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.
Manual Lymph Drainage – 1-5pm by appt. Support lymphatic health and manage lymphedema. Justine Robbins, MEd, LMT, Certified Lymphedema Therapist. Affordable to community. UMC North Supportive Care, 3838 N Campbell Ave. 520-694-1812.
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. TIES (Tucson IANDS Experience Sharing) – 6:30pm. 3rd Thurs. Guest speaker series 2nd Thurs; small groups sharing/discussion 3rd Thurs. Share NDE’s and other spiritual transformations. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco, Annex Room 3. 520-3952365. Meetup.com/Spiritual-Explorations. 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. OliversOasis7@gmail.com. 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 during services. Church of Mankind, 1231 S Van Buren Ave. 520-461-2910, 520-790-7374.
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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.
Healing and Psychic Messages – 12pm. United Fellowship Chapel, Inc, 4718 E Hawthorne St. Rev David J Miller, Pastor: 520-327-0142 or 520-603-0407.
Satsang of Swami Amar Jyoti – 7:30pm. Wisdom Teachings of classical, universal spirituality, chanting and meditation. Library and bookshop open at 6:30pm. Aarati (worship) at 7pm. Free. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 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.
Rainbow Sun Qigong – 9am. Qigong is an ancient Chinese mind/body/spirit practice that brings a sense of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. $5/class. Grace St Paul Episcopal Church, 2331 E Adams at labyrinth or Healing Room. Instructor, Barbara Evans-Levine: 520-760-0054.
Ashram 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.
Unity Reiki Circle – 7pm. 2nd Fri. Reiki is a Tibetan 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. 520-2722819. TheReikiSource.com. Self-Realization Fellowship – 7-8:30pm. The teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Donation. Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince Rd, Ste 140. 520792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.com.
saturday Oro 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.
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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.
Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, email Holly@NaturalTucson.com to request our media kit.
Kaballah – 10am-12pm. A body of knowledge encompassing the inner esoteric teaching of Judaism. Class taught using Western Hermetic tradition combined with Jewish traditional information. Free. Start any time. Rev. Judy Fishman: MagicJudy@aol.com.
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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. 884-7954 x 156. 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 with Chef Sigret – 11am. Italian, Southwestern or Asian inspired 3-course meal. $35 includes instruction, lunch and recipe booklet. The Tasteful Kitchen, 722 N Stone Ave. 520-250-9600.
ACUPUNCTURE Annie Meigs, L.Ac., RN 520-991-5614
A healthcare professional for 30 years, Annie has an integrated acupuncture practice, alleviating a variety of issues. Gentle and effective. Come experience greater health and wellbeing.
Marcey Rosin, L.Ac., M.A., NCCAOM.
Acupuncture at El Dorado Health Center 520-904-1460 MarceyRosinAcupuncture.com
Practicing acupuncture and Chinese herbology, Marcey treats many health conditions including specialization in the treatment of asthma, migraines, and digestive problems. Everyone deserves to experience the healing power of acupuncture. For this reason, Marcey offers discounted rates for those requiring regular follow up treatments.
DESERT WIND HEALING ARTS Deb Kortyna 7225 N. Paseo Del Norte, 85704 520-360-7469 DesertWindHealingArts.com
Experience the difference an integrative bodywork session can make for you. Deb listens to you and we decide what type of session is best for you. Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, CranioSacral Therapy and B.E.S.T can help you feel better and live better. Free phone consultation. See ad on page 30.
LASTONE THERAPY
Mary D Nelson, LMT 6761 N Harran Dr., 85704 520-400-9364 Nelson@LaStoneTherapy.com LaStoneTherapy.com
LaStone® alternates the temperatures of the stones resulting in a chemical response. This “vascular gymnastics” assists in self-healing, reduced inflammation and congestion of body fluids. A Session with Mary is like taking a week’s vacation in three hours. See ad on page 30.
THREE TREASURES ACUPUNCTURE AND HEALING ARTS
Aqua Yoga – 11:30am. With Norma Itule. Comfort, safety, ease of movement and fun in a beautiful environment. Generate more flexibility with stretches, strengthening your body, calming your nerves. $15/ class, $50/month. Santa Rita Springs. 520-977-6847. SantaRitaSprings.com. Spiritual Development for Children – 12-1pm. $15. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. Preregister, Allarah: 520-742-6393. Tai Chi Kung/Qi Gong – 2-3pm. With Joe Pinella. Harness the power of your mind, spirit and body for personal well being. $10. WellnessFirst!, 3861 N First Ave. Joe: 520-343-3523, JoePinella@aol.com. 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 Weissman: 520-904-4801, Weissmae@email.arizona.edu. Bruno-Groening.org/English. Ramayana – 3:30pm. The great Indian epic, a world treasure of spiritual truth and wisdom, and an unforgettable story. DVD series. Free. Desert Ashram, 3403 W Sweetwater Dr. 520-743-0384. Toastmasters of Unity – 4:30-5:30pm. Everyone welcome. Learn the art of public speaking in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Risky Business, 6866 E Sunrise Dr. Jeff: 520-861-7039. ToastmastersOfUnity.com.
Andrea Alagammai, L.Ac., M.S., M.A., R.N. Acupuncturist, Reiki Master, Energy Healer 520-298-7222
Andrea’s foundation in counseling, yoga and nursing blends into her Energy Medicine practice: Psychespirit-physical healing through energetic transformation. Sessions integrate Acupuncture, Reiki, Craniosacral, Lymph Drainage, EFT, Sound and Energetic therapies. Enhancing immunity, calming the mind, relieving pain, restoring health.
bodywork ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES
Randy Usem, LMT Radix Practitioner Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563 Armorless.net TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com
Randy has 25 years bodywork experience, 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. NaturalTucson.com
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LOTUS MASSAGE & WELLNESS CENTER 2850 E. Grant Rd. 520-326-7700 LotusTucson.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 combination 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 Lucia@LuminousAdventures.com LuminousAdventures.com
Reiki - Craniosacral - Raindrop Technique. Lucia offers a unique blend of energy work and aromatherapy 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 emotional pain. See ad page 30.
Massage on the Rocks Tomi Murphey, LMT 520-318-3427 Murphey1111@Gmail.com
Tomi uses a holistic approach to her integrative bodywork sessions. Experience the healing power of Aquatic Massage or Negative Pressure Massage (Cupping) at lovely Santa Rita Springs. Tomi has 30 yrs experience in Healing Arts, 16 years as a massage educator.
MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL & WELLNESS CENTER Mercedez Lucke CranioSacral, Myo Fascia, Energetic Release 4650 W. Jojoba, 85745 520-743-7101
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 combinations of massage and intuitive body work. Evening/wkend by appt. See ad on page 9.
ROCKING THE BODY
Gary Olsen Massage Teacher 520-449-2128 RockingTheBody@Gmail.com RockingTheBody.com
Specializes in injury recovery after car accidents and helping people perform in work and sports without pain. Also offering Ethics and technique CEU Massage Workshops to fit your schedule. See ad page 30.
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Dorothy Richmond, LMT Aquatic Massage, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Cranial Sacral, Watsu 520-622-4201 • 520-990-1857 Watsu_Woman_Az@Yahoo.com SantaRitaSprings.com
Aquatic Massage, or Watsu®, immerses the body in 96 degree warm water, using flowing wavelike movement and the water’s resistance to stretch and free joints, muscles, connective tissue, and nerves while your therapist keeps your nose above water. Wave patterns of energy release 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., 85712 520-296-5899 DesertMountainHealth.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, digestive disturbances, and more. 15 years experience!” See ad on page 12.
WINTERHAVEN HEALTH CENTER Dr Nathan Conlee 3020 North Country Club Rd., 87516 520-322-6161 PerformanceNeurology.com
HEALTHY COUPLES
Bill White, M.A., Love Coach 520-319-9132 TheHealthyCouple.com
Quick and dramatic results are common. Bill is a master at navigating relationship challenges to restore love and play. Resolve anger, arguments, emotional distancing, broken trust, childhood influences. Call for a free initial interview.
PATHWAY TO YOUR SOUL LIFE COACHING Josie Collins MS, CPCC 520-275-6085 PathwayToYourSoul.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 GUIDANCE Lucia Maya 520-579-8844 LuminousAdventures.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 approach you will unveil your heart’s desire and live your dreams. See ad page 30.
Dr. Conlee, Chiropractor Neurologist, diagnoses and treats such conditions as Dystonia, ADHD, Peripheral Neuropathy, vertigo, migraine headaches, balance disorders, numbness, tingling, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other conditions related to neurologic function. Also available: acupuncture, physiotherapy, kinesiotape, nutrition and allergy testing. See ad page 12.
coaching counseling & guidance ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES
Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563 TucsonEmotionalAndTraumaTherapy.com TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com
Affordable alternative or addition to traditional therapy. Radix is a Neo-Reichian, Deep Feeling, Regressive Process similar to Bioenergetics and Primal Therapy. Exploring with breath, body awareness, centering and grounding to access anger, fear, grief, longing and restore love, trust, pleasure, fulfillment and aliveness. See ad page 30.
colon hydrotherapy INTESTINAL HEALTH INSTITUTE Sheila Shea, Director 4427 E. 5th St., 85711 520-325-9686 IntestinalHealthInstitute.com
Sheila is an IACT member, instructor 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, detoxification and liver flush programs.
SKYLINE HEALTHWORKS Sandra Joy Van Hall 3966 East Pima, 85712 520-299-5158
Detoxify and improve your health with Colon Hydrotherapy. Let me be your “waste management” expert. Call today for a free phone consultation and have all your questions and concerns answered. Making this a comfortable and “easeful” experience is my specialty!
dentistry MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL Dr. Steven A. Swidler DDS & Dr. Kenneth C. Glass DDs 4650 W. Jojoba Dr., 85745 520-743-7101 MedicineWheelDental.com
Medicine Wheel Dental is Tucson’s Premier holistic integrative dental practice. Utilizing a balanced mix of traditional dentistry with exclusive naturopathic, holistic and alternative modalities, Medicine Wheel Dental provides the highest level of personalized dental care. “With awareness we can make a choice.” See ad on page 9.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY SOUTHWEST GAS CORPORATION 1-800-654-2765 Energyefficiency@swgas.com Swgasliving.com/efficiency
Delivering smart energy solutions for your home or business. 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 6.
energy work EARTHWORKS OF TUCSON Clarice Naugle Will McCastle 440-341-6155 EarthworksTucson.com
Through healing, education and consultation Will & Clarice can guide you toward realizing your highest human potential. Empower 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 7.
HANDS TURNED ON,LLC Info@HandsTurnedOn.com HandsTurnedOn.com
Hands Turned On creates and sells Energy Medicine T-shirts. The shirts are designed my Ann Marie Chiasson 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 17.
HAWAIIAN ENERGY MEDICINE Zelie Duvauchelle 520-579-8844 ZelieD.com
Ho’oponopono is a cleansing of old memories. We are alive to the present 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 Encinas 520-275-1861 JodiHopeHealing@Gmail.com
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 PATHWAYS
Judy Ferrig, M.S., IARP Energy, 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 clearing, 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 healing. Free phone consultation.
healthcare A NEW CREATION WOMEN’S CLINIC 3055 W. Ina Rd., Ste 195 520-293-1117 ANewCreationWomensClinic.com
We take time to listen, provide personal attention and individualized care. Services include Primary Care/Gynecology. Evaluation, treatment, management of common health problems including high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, thyroid disorders, perimenopause, menopause, birth control, colposcopy, annual exams, pap/screening tests, prescription services. See ad page 24. NaturalTucson.com
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healthfood stores NEW 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 screening PROACTIVE HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC
Lynda Witt ACCT Certified Thermographer 520-235-7036 ProactiveHealthSolutions.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 treatment options as well as the opportunity for patients and their healthcare practitioners to intervene at an early stage with preventive treatment. See ad page 8.
healthy eating GOURMET GIRLS GLUTEN FREE BAKERY/BISTRO 5845 N Oracle Rd 520-408-9000 GourmetGirlsGlutenFree.com Tues-Sun 7am-3pm
Do you have celiac disease or suffer from gluten intolerance? Visit Tucson’s only completely gluten free bakery/bistro where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or freshly baked treats in a relaxed and friendly environment without worrying about cross contamination. See ad on page 19.
GOVINDA’S NATURAL FOODS BUFFET CHAITANYA CULTURAL CENTER 711 E. Blacklidge Dr., 85719 520-792-0630 GovindasOfTucson.com
Enjoy resort-like atmosphere of waterfalls, peacocks, fountains and gardens while relishing international vegetarian cuisine emphasizing healthy organic produce. Dinner under $10. Join us for weekly Sunday Festival at 5:30 pm with musical meditation, spiritual discourse and dinner at 7 pm for $3.
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holistic healing CARITAS CENTER FOR HEALING 330 E. 16th St. 520-624-2743 CaritasHealing.com
For a full-service wellness experience, come to Caritas, where you can receive Imago relationship counseling, acupuncture, massage therapy, CranioSacral 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/workshops is also available in this historic neighborhood near downtown.
MARY BETH ACKERLEY MD, MD(H) Board Certified Psychiatrist Homeopathic Physician 520-299-5694 MaryMD@MyPassion4Health.com MyPassion4Health.com
Dr. Mary Beth Ackerley, MD, MDH, is a classically-trained board-certified 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 replacement, nutritional support and homeopathy. She was appointed by the Governor to sit on the Arizona Board of Homeopathic and Integrated Medicine. See ad page 13.
ENERGY HEALING/EFT – ADV
Phyllis Winslow LMT, EFT Practitioner, PSYCH-K Graduate: Barbara Brennan School of Healing 520-909-3455 EnergyTherapyAz.com
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Phyllis can help you create the life you desire. Experience rapid relief from physical pain. Get to the root cause and resolve health, relationship and emotional issues including depression, fears, grief and sexual trauma. Over 20 years of healing experience.
Reconnective Healing Practitioner Dr. Gowher R. Jamshedi 520-795-9484 • 520-548-3820
Reconnective Frequencies en-able spiritual and evolutionary advancement, enhance the renewal functions of the body, and increase vibratory levels for healing and development. Many report healings from afflictions including depression, cancers, fibromyalgia, autoimmune disorders and AIDS-related diseases. Available in person or long-distance. See classifieds for other services. Schedule your appointment today.
Stress Reduction/Anti-Aging 520-877-5039 SacredJourney@Earthlink.net
Stress is our number one problem these days. There is now a machine available that combines both Photon Light Therapy and Brain Entrancement together to give you what feels like a restful rejuvenating sleep. Treatments can be used for: stress relief, energy renewal, sleep and mood enhancement.
Cheryl Jeffries, CCHT, CSD, Practitioner 520-309-8726 CJeffries@WhereYouHealIt.com WhereYouHealIt.com
Whether the issue is physical, emotional or spiritual, there is a healing path for you at the clinic. The environment is one of support and mentoring in combination with results- oriented advanced healing practices. What if? FREE consultation. See ad on page 21.
HOME SERVICES JOURNEY TO WELLNESS
Pam McMahon, Ph.D., CHt, NCC 520-730-0236 LifeHealer4U@Aol.com LifeHealer.org
Devoted to optimally enhancing and improving your overall natural state of being and daily life. Ear Candling, Ionic Detox Foot Baths, Hypnotherapy, Reflexology, Herbal and Nutritional Counseling, Wellness Planning and Guidance. Beautiful and serene practice space, open 7-days/week. Experience vibrant health today. See ad pages 10 and 20.
Mary’s House Cleaning Service 8808 East Dexter Dr., 85715 520-360-0688 MarysHouseCleaning.com Mary_victoria_glenn@hotmail.com
Providing chemical-free house cleaning and window washing services throughout the Metro Tucson, 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.
MOTIVATING MINDS HYPNOSIS CENTER 7301 E. 22nd St. Ste 1-C, 85710 520-270-0183 Facebook.com/MichaelCDeSchalitCHt MotivatingMindsHypnosis@gmail.com MotivatingMindsHypnosis.com
hypnotherapy FOCUSED WELLNESS SOLUTIONS Rosemary R. King APRN, HN, CHt. 520-400-3456 FocusedWellnessSolutions.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 520-780-0170 1636 N. Swan Rd. Kadakingsley@msn.com
Hypnotherapy and Emotional Freedom 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 22.
CLIENT CENTERED HYPNOTHERAPY Leslie A. Graff, CHt 520-548-0143 7235 N Paseo Del Norte #4 Lagraff08@comcast.net GraffHypnotherapy.com
Leslie Graff, teaches men and women how to reclaim and re-acquaint themselves with their personal authority, sex appeal, sobriety, and super skinny through her brand of hypnotherapy and coaching. Call today for a free consultation. Register on the website for 20% savings on all hypnotherapy packages.
JOURNEY TO WELLNESS
Pam McMahon, Ph.D., CHt, NCC Board Certified Hypnotherapist 520-730-0236 LifeHealer4U@Aol.com LifeHealer.org
One-on-one hypnotherapy treatments 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 10 and 20.
Helping people reach their maximum mental potential, using hypnosis and hypnotic suggestions, in order for them to achieve their goals and become successful in every area of their life.
Dr. Saber, NMD
WellnessFIRST! 3861 N. First Ave., 85729 520-668-0039 TransformationalMedicinePllc.com
Dr Saber NMD practices Functional Medicine. Using plant medicines, homeopathy and when necessary prescriptions. She uses tools from many arenas to diagnose the core issue, then she uses those tools to walk with you on your journey to optimal health. See ad page 12.
metaphysical gifts & supplies New Moon Haven
16256 N. Oracle Rd., Ste 100 Catalina, 85739 520-825-9044 NewMoonHaven.com
A place where Spirit Runs free. New Moon Haven offers metaphysical items that uplift the Spirit and soften the heart. We also offer workshops with the intention of supporting selfawareness, physical well-being and expanding consciousness. Room Rental available.
Spiritschild
A Unique Gift Shop Marana Market Pl., Ste 120 S.E. Corner Thornydale & Orange Grove 520-744-4402 SpiritsChild.com
Your resource for one-of-akind gifts including crystals, 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 spiritual oasis awaiting your exploration. New location. See ad page 27.
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. Manicures $15, Pedicures $25 -featuring individually cleaned pipeless jets bowl, detoxify $15. No DBP, Toluene, Formaldehyde in products. No-Ammonia hair color and perm. Also, Organic Desert Honey. Fresh Royal Jelly and more bee products. Call 520-881-6096.
Natural Way Wellness Spa 329 E 7th St. 520-882-8828 NaturalWayWellnessSpa.com
Natural Way Wellness Spa believes in affordable and all natural whole body health. Services include massage, facials, peels, waxing, body treatments, custom aromatherapy, and personal yoga instruction. Book now by phone at (520)-8828828 or online NaturalWayWellnessSpa.com. See ad on page 23.
naturopathic medicine Genesis Natural Medicine Center 3920 N. Campbell Ave. 520-495-4400 GenesisNMC.com
Genesis provides a level of compassionate, personalized care not seen in medicine 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 5.
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PURE AESTHETICS 5110 E 5th St
Tucson, AZ 85711 520.514.PURE(7873) PureSAestheticsTucson.com
Interested in skincare? Pure Aesthetics Natural Skincare School is the only school in Tucson dedicated exclusively 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. August
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schools CORTIVA INSTITUTE – TUCSON 6390 E Broadway Blvd, 85710 520-407-5145 Cortiva.com
Cortiva Tucson’s massage therapy programs are comprehensive and grounded in the value of clientcentered 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 15.
SKY ISLANDS PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL
Dr Shari Popen, Director 3101 N Sabino Canyon Rd., 85715 520-382-9210 Director@SkyIslands.org SkyIslands.org
Sky Islands is a non-profit, tuition-free public high school, grades 9-12. Environmental 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 18.
spiritual teachings CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING - TUCSON Rev. Donald Graves Sunday Service: 3231 N Craycroft Rd., 85712 520-319-1042 TucsonCSL.org
Through partnering with possibility, expanding in consciousness, compassion 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 7 and 9.
DESERT ASHRAM
3403 W. Sweetwater Dr., 85745 520-743-0384 TruthConsciousness.org DesertAshram@TruthConsciousness.org
An oasis of peace welcomes seekers from all traditions for: Satsang of Swami Amar Jyoti (Wisdom Teachings of universal classical spirituality, chanting, meditation) 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. 46
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Tools For Spiritual Growth Susan Thompson 3617 N. Camino Blanco Annex Room 3 520-603-1558 Santmat.net
Know Thyself as Soul Foundation presents a free one hour class entitled “How to Reach your Highest Potential” Saturday Aug 11, 10-11am at Unity of Tucson. Review the 7 Habits for Spiritual Progress and how cultivating these habits helps us to reach our highest potential. We will share examples of Truth, Compassion, Restraint, Humility, Service, Diet, & Devotion. See ad on page 13.
SELF-REALIZATION FELLOWSHIP
Tucson Meditation Group 1702 E. Prince, Ste 140 520-792-6544 TucsonMeditationGroup.com Yogananda-Srf.org
Devotional Services: Sundays 10am-11am.Meditation Services: Sunday 9am-10am & 6pm-8pm, Wednesday 6pm-8pm, Friday 7pm8:30pm.
KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER ARIZONA 1701 E. Miles St., 85719 520-441-1617 MeditationInTucson.org
Learn time-tested methods for finding peace of mind - the key to happiness. Weekly classes in Buddhist meditation and philosophy, prayer services, retreats and spiritual advice with Resident teacher Gen Kelsang Lingpur and senior practitioners. Everyone welcome.
THE TEMPLE OF THE PRESENCE 11902 East Irvington Rd. (SW corner of Old Spanish Trail) 520-751-2039, ext. 100 TempleOfThePresence.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 upward to your Ascension. Thursday classes, 7pm.
The Temple of Universality Founder: Rev. Betty Tatalajski NEW Masonic Temple, 3590 N. Country Club Rd. 520-884-5340 TheTempleOfUniversality.org TempleOfUniversality@Gmail.com
Worship, Healing, Prophesy. Celebrating the Unity of God and Man. 11:00 am Sunday service, Free Metaphysical 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 520-395-2365 Meetup.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, INC David Miller 4718 E. Hawthorne St., 85711 520-327-0142 United-Fellowship-Chapel.com
Self-Realization/Psychic-Development to know thyself, to heal, and to change is available on an individual basis. The Meta-physical Principles Course is an in-depth study of metaphysics. In the Universal Metaphysics course one learns the definitions. In the Seminary, one may become an ordained minister. See ad page 20.
UNITY CHURCH OF PEACE
1551 S. Eastside Loop, Ste 121, 85710 520-546-3696 Info@UnityChurchOfPeaceAz.com
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 TUCSON Rev. Larry and Mary Ellen Swarz 3617 N. Camino Blanco, 85718 520-577-3300
Ministry of love, inspiration, learning, 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 weddings. Bookstore for spiritual thinkers. Sunday services 9am and 11am. Home to “The Daily Word.”
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