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TRAUMAHOW EASING YOGA CREATIVITY Asanas Dial Down HEALS Emotional Pain

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Now is the Perfect Time to Shed Summer Skin and Get Ready for the Holiday Season!

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17 HORSES AS HEALERS

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22 ART'S EMBRACE

Healing Through Creativity

26 YOGA TO HEAL TRAUMA

Soothing Poses Calm the Nervous System

28 CONQUERING

CHRONIC PAIN How the Body-Mind Connection Works

29 THE POWER OF THE WRITTEN NOTE DEPARTMENTS 10 news briefs 10 ad index 14 event briefs 16 health briefs 17 natural pet 18 masters of bodywork & healing arts

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Massage, Reiki and Holistic Healing with Christine Salomon

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Explore Sustainability and Community at Avalon Gardens

orth America’s largest and longest-sustaining ecovillage is open again for tours. For more than 30 years, Avalon Organic Gardens & EcoVillage has been a popular destination for people from around the world interested in learning about sustainability and community. Set on 220 acres in the scenic Santa Cruz River Valley, Avalon is a sanctuary of natural and spiritual beauty. With more than 100 full-time residents and volunteers from around the globe working daily toward creating a regenerative culture of spiritual, environmental and social awareness, Avalon Gardens is a prototype for the lifestyle of the near future. Residents share a vision of a planetary consciousness shift toward conservation, sustainability, preservation and regeneration. Avalon’s EcoTours share a comprehensive look into organic gardening, permaculture, rainwater harvesting, grey water harvesting, heritage crops and heirloom seeds, poly-culture and food diversity, composting, solar and wind energy, green building techniques incorporating natural materials as well as upcycled and recycled materials, watershed management and Arizona’s largest Food Forest. Organic meals are available on tour by donation. Visitors can also learn about the spiritual and social systems that foster and sustain the interpersonal aspects of the ecovillage community. For more information or to book a tour, call 520-398-2655 or visit AvalonGardens.org. See ad, page 16.

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t Healing Spirit Soaks, Licensed Massage Therapist Brandie Lynn Garcia provides therapeutic massage services, which treats the body holistically, enhancing physical, emotional and spiritual health. The key physical benefits include stimulating the blood supply to remove toxins, relieving pain by calming the peripheral nervous system and improving joint mobility by toning and relaxing muscles. Emotional and spiritual benefits start with the simple power of touch. As a highly documented source of healing, handson techniques promote relaxation and stress relief. In stimulating the release of Brandie Lynn Garcia endorphins, therapeutic massage can help to improve moods, reduce anxiety and increase energy levels. “Massage treatments must be considered a necessary part of our health,” says Garcia. Garcia also offers Fascia Blasting sessions. Fascia completely encases our body, whether it be muscles or nerves, and the fascia also holds our blood in place. If our fascia is tight it is restricting everything else that it holds. So, if our fascia is restricting our nerves, we can feel nerve pain. Some other great benefits include cellulite reduction, increased blood flow, reduced subcutaneous fat and pain relief. Healing Spirit Soaks also offers regenerative water, herb and gem baths, as well as vaginal steams, a cedar hot tub, infrared sauna, reflexology foot treatment, bodywork and more. Location: 1074 N. Swan Rd., Tucson. For more information, call 520-344-3250 or visit HealingSpiritSoaks.com.

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Become a Better Dowser at the Flagstaff Dowsers Conference

or those looking to become one of the best dowsers in the world, the opportunity to learn from world experts awaits in Flagstaff, October 6 through 12, at the Flagstaff Dowsers Conference. The conference offers beginner and advanced dowsing schools, workshops and field trips, and the core of the conference (Friday through Sunday) offers four tracks, with four different impressive speakers, four times per day, for three days. In attendance, there will be professional dowsers with abilities to find water, missing people, pets and items. Some dowsers have found their talents lie in healing, dissipating non-beneficial energies and cutting energetic cords. Dowsing is an innate skill we all possess and if we hone that skill by spending time with other dowsers, these talents emerge effortlessly. Within the dowsing community, it is known that by physically spending time with other dowsers, one’s intuitive skills are enhanced and improved many-fold. Dowsing is focused intuition. For more information, a full itinerary and registration, visit FlagstaffDowsers.com. See ad, page 5.

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‘How to Meditate’: 30-Day Meditation Challenge

n these turbulent times, everyone needs to know how to keep a peaceful mind. Kadampa Meditation Center Arizona will host a half-day “How to Meditate” course on September 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The course will be followed by a 30-day meditation challenge, with daily guided meditations to help participants build skill and confidence in their meditation practice. The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful. If our mind is peaceful we will be free from worries and discomfort, and so we will experience true happiness. Participants can expect to get a taste of the natural state of the mind and practice how to access this peace of mind at any time. Buddhist nun Gen Kelsang Lingpur, Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Arizona, will give simple step-bystep meditation instructions for developing this inner peace and clarity. She will give encouragement and support on how to train in this 30-day meditation challenge. Participants will learn how to craft and support a vibrant meditation practice, enjoy the benefits of meditation far into the future and take this experience into life going forward. The course is suitable for everyone from complete beginners to experienced meditators. The 30-Day Meditation Challenge starts September 20 and lasts through October 19. Location: 5326 E. Pima St., Tucson. For more information, call 520-441-1617, email Ad@MeditationInTucson.org or visit MeditationInTucson.org/howtomeditate.

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Paula Poundstone Brings Laughs to Fox Tucson Theatre

beloved comedian of Fox Tucson Theatre’s fans, who happens to love the Fox as much as its patrons, Paula Poundstone returns to Tucson with a new comedy performance on October 28 at 7:30 p.m. Poundstone isn’t a typical comedian. Those who appreciate watching a strong, creative humorist do her magic should get ready to Paula Poundstone laugh—a lot. Poundstone is a humorist, author and comedian known for her clever, observational humor and spontaneous wit. When she isn’t collecting hotel soaps while on tour or on NPR’s number one show, Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me!, she hosts the popular Maximum Fun podcast, Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone. Poundstone is also an author, and her most recent book, The Totally Unscientific Study of the Search for Human Happiness, landed at number one on Amazon “Best Sellers” lists in Humor in all formats. It is one of eight in the country to be in the semi-final round for the Thurber Prize for American Humor, the highest recognition of the art of humor writing in the U.S. The winner of an American Comedy Award for Best Female Standup Comic, Poundstone is recognized in innumerable lists, documentaries and literary compendiums noting influential standup comedians of our time. Tickets start at just $24.50. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit FoxTucson.com. See ad, page 7.

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Stay in Tune with Our Body Clock to Sidestep the Blues Being an early bird or night owl is more than a matter of preference: A person’s natural rhythms are dictated by 351 genetic variants, scientists have found. New research published in Molecular Psychiatry shows that sleeping out of sync with that inborn body clock makes a person more likely to experience depression, anxiety and reduced well-being. Researchers from the UK University of Exeter used genetic data on more than 450,000 people to determine their natural body clocks, including whether they identified themselves as a morning or evening person. Data from the digital wrist devices of 85,000 people was also used to measure the “social jet lag” of variations in sleep patterns between work and free days—when early birds stay up late to socialize on weekends or night owls wake up early for work. The researchers found that being genetically programmed to be an early riser protects against major depression and improves well-being, perhaps because society’s 9-to-5 working pattern coincides with early risers. Generally, morning people had a lower BMI and were older, more likely to be female, of higher socioeconomic status and less likely to be current smokers than evening people.

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orses are being increasingly used to help people work through emotional and physical challenges, and for good reason: Numerous studies have shown that equine-assisted therapy helps with anger, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and dissociative or other emotional problems. It works whether the therapy involves riding or simply feeding and grooming. Building the relationship increases people’s self-confidence, social skills, trust, empathy and emotional regulation, and helps them establish routines, structure and a sense of responsibility—all skills that are transferable to daily life.

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Equine-assisted psychotherapy involves counseling with a mental health professional and time riding or caring for a horse. The horse is considered a co-therapist. Forming a relationship with an animal that weighs 1,000 pounds or more may be intimidating, but the required vulnerability and trust is part of the process. “Horses show us how to live together in harmony. They teach us about acceptance of others and of ourselves,” says Marcy Tocker, clinical mental health counselor and founder and executive director of Grey Muzzle Manor Sanctuary, in Mohrsville, Pennsylvania. “In some cases, I see results more quickly using equine therapy than solely with office therapy. I also see more motivation from typically resistant clients because this can actually be fun, too,” says Meagan Good, a counselor and owner of Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy, in Wernersville, Pennsylvania. “Horses are relationship-oriented and intuitively sense and honestly respond to the emotions of those around them, which makes the horse-human bond a powerful healing mechanism.” “Horses have similar emotions to humans—they get stressed out, happy, impatient. That’s why equine-assisted services are so popular,” says Traci Leigh, equine manager and instructor at Dream Riders TLC, in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Beyond working as co-therapists for emotional issues, horses are excellent for occupational, speech and physical therapy. “Riding a horse rhythmically moves the rider’s body in a manner similar to a human gait. Their pelvic movement is the same as ours, so riders with physical needs often show improvement in flexibility, balance, muscle strength, circulation and breathing,” says Pamela J. Rogan, founder, executive director and certified therapeutic riding instructor at Harmony Farms, in Cocoa, Florida. “It will also enhance a rider’s quality of life, build confidence, independence and self-esteem. This is particularly true of riders with emotional or behavioral disabilities.” Research shows that children and adults with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke and other conditions that affect motor control saw improvements in balance, gait, gross motor function and posture after several weeks of equine-assisted treatment.

Horses at Work

“I look for horses who are not afraid of new things, but curious about them … a horse that thinks through a new situation, that expresses himself freely and that enjoys interacting with humans,” says Good. “From there, my professional team works on building a relationship with that horse so that the horse feels safe to build relationships with clients who may or may not have any horse background.” There are certifications and advanced courses that ensure appropriate training of the therapists and instructors, the safety of the people receiving services and the training and well-being of the horses. Reputable organizations include the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (eagala.org), the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (pathintl. org) and Natural Lifemanship (NaturalLifemanship.com). “In addition to requiring that the horses are quiet, gentle animals and physically and mentally sound, they are trained to be desensitized to noise, wheelchairs, walkers and different types of therapeutic equipment that riders may need for safety or postural assistance,” says Leigh. Her horses get four weeks off every year and work a schedule that ensures ample time to rest and recharge during the day. “The horse is a co-therapist. They are doing a job, and it’s a not an easy job,” says Tocker. “To ensure the well-being of our equine therapists, they get ample time off and massages. They’re taking on a lot, so we want to make sure they don’t burn out.” “I have horses that seem to step in and ‘protect’ clients when they are feeling vulnerable. I have horses who try to help regulate the anxious client by breathing or yawning or nuzzling,” says Good. “For the most part, we trust the horses to just be themselves, and what they bring is always helpful for the client.” “Horses are able to be present and focus solely on what is going on around them. They do not think about the future or the past or judge people based on what they look like or what experiences they may have had,” says Tocker. “I feel like I witness miracles every time I do a session at the barn.” Julie Peterson writes about health and wellness from rural Wisconsin. Reach out at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com. September 2021

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o one would ever call Albert Einstein or Steve Jobs lazy slouches, yet they both regularly took full advantage of doing “nothing” as a verb. Einstein accepted that many times the most valuable ideas occurred to him while doing nothing and enjoying his own “no time”. Jobs was a “famous bum”, known to build “doing nothing” into his days. “The time Steve Jobs procrastinated and pondered the possibilities was time well spent letting more divergent ideas emerge,” Wharton professor Adam Grant told Business Insider when discussing Jobs’ long periods of aimless inactivity. When we understand that the word “nothing” is a verb—as to “do nothing”—a whole world of possibilities opens up. A lot of writers, thinkers, artists and scientists consider the hours between 4 and 7:30 a.m. their “no” time. It’s the quietest time of day, when few people are communicating or asking for anything. A lot of people feel those early hours are “holy” time, hours of grace. In the tech world, “no” time is a well-known thing. Whether it’s a moment, a minute, an hour or a camping weekend, spending time consciously away from tech, or “Tech No”, is taking a break dedicated to rebooting the brain. These practices of doing nothing require temporary isolation, which is important for personal growth, socialization, creativity and problem solving. So how do we isolate? Take a walk? Nope, this is doing something, and there is lots of sensory information coming at us. Camping is popular, but it’s hardly isolation. Some people feel recharged after a weekend of camping, but it’s not for everyone. Is there an easy, effective way to regularly achieve temporary isolation? Try a float tank. Also known as sensory deprivation tanks, float tanks are perhaps the best environment for temporary isolation. Maybe “no time” is the key to success that has been evading us. Many of us are overscheduled and overworked, unsure of when we last allowed ourselves to just “space out”. Be like Einstein and Jobs; add “doing nothing” to the week by visiting a float tank.

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eptember is a number nine. The actual date of this month of September, numerically of course, looks like this: 9/2021. Now, add them up sideways: 9+2+0+2+1=14, which equals 5. Five means surprises, healing jumps, fun stuff and the big word: changes. Things we never would expect. Small healthy surprises, but also big healthy surprises. Things happen to us; other things, we surprisingly initiate ourselves. Now, all Septembers are a number nine, and in numerology they produce the quality of culmination and completion. Somehow, some way, “it is finished”. But the quality is spiritual, for number nine, so it is a healing and spiritual completion, in some way or other. Or, a finish of a project which is spiritual. Or, we might say, “It was a spiritual endeavor.” This year, 2021, is also a five (2+0+2+1= 5), and so we have a double impact from our five: the year (2021) and the year-plus-month (9+2+0+2+1=14, 1+4=5). This presents us with two fives—quite different, say, from this past month of August or the coming October month. September is different: “The Healing Five Within the Healing Five”. This means surprises within surprises. Let’s talk about the color blue. Normally, the color for number nine is “all pastel colors”. But, blue is for number five, and since we have that double five this September, blue, it is! Now, that is not every shade of blue, but more the aqua and light blue, rather than teal or indigo. If something comes up this month where a color must be chosen or identified, our best bet might be an aqua or a light blue. This could be in a design feature, socks, a tie, marketing, a scarf, a gift, a purchase, clothes from the closet, wall paint, curtains, napkins, a car, a painting, a piece of art—or blueberries. Now, September of nearly 10 years ago, in 2012, was also a five—quite unusual. Just for the record, that was the month that Barack Obama accepted the nomination of the Democratic Party to run for president of the U.S. Whereas it did not seem to be a surprise at the time, we all knew it solidified a mighty change in U.S. history—like a surprise. Of course, that’s only talking politics, and politics are only one aspect of our day-to-day lives. Our numbers in numerology, have aspects daily that can be fun, and healing, in that sense, to consider—especially when it’s five. Five is surprising and jumpy, which can be especially fun. So, take leaps. Remember, “He who hesitates is lost”. The five within the five is like the egg with two yolks. It definitely is not expected, for one thing, but it also is like the arrival of twins when there’s only one baby expected. That second unexpected child is a double responsibility, a double life—but it also is a surprise-source of unexpected fun. September is the last phase before a new cycle begins, and a culmination or completion, in that sense. Don’t resist the healing power in it. Remember to be ready in September of 2021 for the “next new beginning”. Even if we have to call on our own inner resources, or our own inner power, that’s “inward”, private thinking that brings healing. Bowman, who refers to herself as "Mooncap", does not presume to predict, but likes rather to offer healthy and illuminating corroborations, "by number". Connect with her at PaulaBowman71@gmail.com.

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A Naturopathic Approach to Healthy Skin by Marisa Marciano

kin health reflects whole-body health. Its appearance can have profound effects on one’s psychological well-being, while also serving as an indicator of the body’s internal health status and physiological resiliency. Skin complaints such as acne, aging, eczema and rosacea are some of the most common and recurring presentations in clinical practice, and according to the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, in 2013 an estimated 85 million Americans (or 1 in 4 individuals of all ages) were seen by a physician for at least one skin disease. Most conventional approaches to skin health involve the use of topical and/or oral medications, which offer temporary relief from symptoms quite successfully; however, exacerbations and recurrence upon their withdrawal can often occur. In these cases, and many others, a holistic, preventative approach to skin health and healthy aging can help minimize the need for more invasive therapies and/or potentially harmful interventions while serving the health of the body as a whole. Though only a few millimeters thick, the skin provides the body with a fundamental first layer of defense, providing protection against pathogens as well as physical, environmental and sensory stressors. Additionally, it can impart valuable information regarding potential health concerns and systemic imbalances—especially in relation to inflammation, immunity and the body’s adaptive and detoxification capabilities. Like any other bodily organ, the integumentary system consists of a collection of tissues with similar and specialized functions (e.g., skin, hair, nails and exocrine glands) which communicate with and respond to signals from other body systems including endocrine, nervous, immune and digestive.

Gut-Skin Connection Multiple studies have linked gastrointestinal health to skin health, particularly for inflammatory skin conditions like acne, eczema and psoriasis, according to Frontiers in Microbiology. Both organs share functional similarities, serving as primary interfaces with the external environment and being essential to the maintenance of physiologic homeostasis. The gut and the skin are also both densely vascularized and richly innervated, having important 20

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immune and neuroendocrine roles. Additionally, the intestinal microbiota facilitates both local and cutaneous inflammatory responses. Evidence appears to demonstrate a bidirectional relationship between the skin and the gut, whereby in cases of intestinal dysbiosis and disrupted gut barrier integrity, this connection can result in a positive feedback cycle of metabolic inflammation. Addressing inflammation within the gastrointestinal tract includes: healing disturbed intestinal barriers; promoting beneficial gut microbiota and their metabolites; and identifying and avoiding food allergies and sensitivities to help reduce inflammatory immune responses, thus allowing the skin and the mucosal linings of the gastrointestinal tract to heal. Modulation of the microbiome with probiotics and prebiotics (synbiotics) can be incredibly beneficial in the prevention and/or treatment of many inflammatory skin diseases along with demulcent and anti-inflammatory herbs and foods, which have the potential to influence both gastrointestinal and cutaneous immune defense mechanisms.

Herbal Support Herbs can play a vital role in supporting skin health, and multiple studies have shown positive results with either equal or superior benefits compared to conventional therapies for a variety of skin disorders, when used topically or internally. Tissue healing involves the development of new circulation followed by the laying down of new connective tissue, and medicinal herbs are notably rich in various phytochemicals with key therapeutic actions related to these processes, including: controlling inflammation and oxidative stress; slowing down collagen degradation; improving microcirculation; improving tissue detoxification; and decreasing edema and improving lymphatic drainage. Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) has been used traditionally in Ayurvedic medicine to support moisture balance and provide overall nourishment to the skin. Its leaves are rich in triterpenes, which have been shown to act upon fibroblasts to improve the synthesis and maturation of collagen

and stimulate collagen remodeling, while improving microcirculation and decreasing endothelial cell damage. Both oral and topical administration of Gotu kola extract have been shown to produce more rapid skin growth and a higher rate of wound healing when compared to controls in animal models. Grapeseed (Vitis vinifera) is rich with oligomeric procyanidins (OPCs), which also have several key actions related to improved stabilization of connective tissues. In vitro and in vivo studies demonstrate its ability to support connective tissue by protecting collagen and elastin within the walls of the microvasculature and facilitating the formation of collagen microfibrils and collagen crosslinking. Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) is another herb with therapeutic properties associated with tissue healing. Known for centuries as a powerful plant antioxidant, recent research suggests it to be a Nrf2activator, in addition to supporting microvascular development and improving circulation in the arteries, veins and capillaries. In addition to promoting tissue healing, supporting detoxification (e.g. liver, lymphatics and digestion) with Nrf2-activators via herbs collectively referred to as Alteratives (or Depuratives) can also help reduce toxic burden and subsequent inflammation upon the skin and body as a whole. There are multiple pathways by which the body eliminates waste, and many herbs which can be of help include: hepatics and gentle laxatives which support bile flow and bowel elimination, such as Oregon Grape (Berberis aquifolium) and Yellow Dock (Rumex crispus); lymphatics such as Cleavers (Galium aparine), Echinacea and Calendula (Calendula officinalis); and nutritive and mineral-rich herbs like Stinging Nettle (Urtica diocia).

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rt can be a powerful force for healing. Its potential manifests in a disabled man’s triumphant dance or cancer patient’s stirring self-portrait. Throughout America, art’s redemption takes center stage at hospitals, nursing homes, jails and homeless shelters. Even an entire city can be transformed when its citizens embrace public art to add beauty, create community and heal its broken places.

Art in Medical Settings

According to Jill Sonke, director of the University of Florida (UF) Center for Arts in Medicine, approximately half of U.S. hospitals have art programs that provide positive distraction, enjoyment and connection. To humanize otherwise intimidating environments, visual artists and musicians are employed to install appealing exhibits and play relaxing music. Artists also work at the bedside with patients as part of inter-professional care teams. Serving as an artist-in-residence early in her career, Sonke remembers a young female patient with sickle cell disease whose bouts of 22

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extreme pain required hospitalization. Dance sessions eased her suffering and enabled doctors to reduce pain medications. “The way the patient described it was not that the pain was going away, but that she didn’t mind it as much because she was enjoying dancing,” she says. While facilitating Dance for Life classes for Parkinson’s patients, Sonke encountered a man suffering limited mobility and an inability to form facial expressions. After two months of biweekly sessions, he could lift his arms over his head and, to his wife’s delight, smile again. “It’s that multimodal capacity of the arts,” Sonke explains. “All at the same time, he was engaging in music, movement and imagery. He was moving with others and experiencing joy and laughter.” According to Sonke, ongoing research seeks to pinpoint the public health benefits of art. In Britain, they have learned that people over 50 visiting museums or concerts once a month are almost half as likely to develop depression in older age. Other studies suggest that music can unlock memories and improve cognition. UF researchers are currently investigating whether live music in emergency and trauma care settings can reduce the need for opioids. “When people engage in the arts, they often enter into a flow state, that experience of losing yourself in art where we lose track of time and what we’re doing is intrinsically motivated,” Sonke says. “A flow state can engage a relaxation response, helping to reduce stress and anxiety, which can enhance immune function.”

Art Therapy for Cancer Patients

Board-certified art therapist Mallory Montgomery helps cancer patients in Detroit’s Henry Ford Hospital work through symptoms of depression, anxiety or trauma. “Any person seeking a talk therapist or social worker could also consult with an art therapist,” she says. “We have the same training, but use art instead of just words. Evidence suggests that art therapy accesses healing faster because you’re forging a deep mind/body connection.” When counseling a double mastectomy patient that has questions about who they are now that they’re missing a part of their identity, Montgomery might offer a printed body map so that they can pinpoint where they carry feelings of loss, pain or confusion. “By drawing or coloring in those areas, I’m asking them to show how they’re being affected physically, emotionally and spiritually, and to externalize the overwhelming, negative side of their problem,” she explains. Using a second body map, Montgomery might invite the patient to draw or paint in those same areas to transform the pain into something more positive. “Is it going to blossom like a flower or be soothed with water? What imagery can you create that represents the opposite of your pain or an improvement of your concerns? We might also do a portrait to highlight other aspects of you and your personality that still exist, even though you no longer have a body part that was killing you,” she says. Montgomery’s emphasis is never on the quality of the art. “I walk the fine line between allowing patients to problem-solve how to make something look like what’s in their head and providing them with comfort and intervention so they don’t get so frustrated that they want to give up,” she notes.

Montgomery keeps a visual journal for her own self-expression. “It helps me make sense of the world,” she says. “Art gives my voice and thoughts an outlet, something concrete and representational that reaches into the depth of what I’m experiencing.”

Redemption Songs in Skid Row

About 10 years ago, violinist and recording artist Vijay Gupta took a wrong turn and ended up in Skid Row, a disadvantaged downtown Los Angeles neighborhood. “It felt like a gut punch,” he recalls. “I saw the gross inequality between Walt Disney Concert Hall where I performed for the LA Philharmonic and a community of 5,000 people less than two miles away sleeping in tents in extreme poverty.” To uplift and inspire people recovering from homelessness, addiction and incarceration, Gupta founded Street Symphony in 2011 as a series of concert performances by world-class musicians. “One of our first venues was the Department of Mental Health,” he recalls. “After the second movement, the young violist I was performing with turned to the audience with tears in his eyes and said, ‘I’ve loved playing for you

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because I can feel your hearts.’ He shared that his mother had grappled with schizophrenia, his father was a prison guard and whenever he played for his family, he felt more connected to them. That’s when I began to see him as a human being who was in deep need of this work himself.” Gupta has learned firsthand that healing is a two-way street. “When I come to Skid Row, I’m the one who feels lifted,” he says. As a result, Street Symphony has morphed into a collection of workshops and conversations that also employs jazz, reggae, hiphop and West African musicians and vocalists from the Skid Row community. “We might play 30 minutes of music and then ask the audience what images, thoughts or memories came up for them,” he explains. In this community, art is neither entertainment nor a commodity, Gupta says. “It’s a lifeline; a way for people that have been devastated by poverty, addiction or trauma to add to their lives in a constructive way. We all have devastated places within ourselves that need healing and attention. Visiting Skid Row is a pilgrimage to the broken place within myself, and in that way, it’s a spiritual place; my temple where I go to worship.”

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Transforming a City with Public Art

More than 4,000 works of public art grace the city of Philadelphia, three-quarters of which are breathtaking murals that combine world-class paintings and images with provocative words and

healing messages. Art permeates virtually every neighborhood on walls, billboards, sidewalks, rooftops, swimming pools and basketball courts, enriching people from all walks of life, even those that don’t have access to galleries and museums. “Public art lifts our spirits, provides us with beauty and inspires us,” says Jane Golden, founder and executive director of Mural Arts Philadelphia (MAP). “It can be evocative, challenging and educational, as well, serving as a barometer of our time—a system of checks and balances and a mirror that we hold up to people and say that your life counts and you matter.” In addition to sponsoring 75 to 100 new works every year, MAP’s $10 million budget funds programs related to criminal justice, art education, housing insecurity, behavioral health, community development and environmental justice. According to Golden, the healing power of art is not just in the mural, but also in its collaborative creation. In addition to artists and educators, hundreds of people work on these projects, including individuals grappling with addiction or homelessness, veterans with PTSD and immigrants and refugees facing isolation and stigma. “The act of creating is a meditative and healing experience, and because you’re part of a larger effort, it connects you to your community,” Golden says. “People start to feel a sense of purpose and value. They start to believe in themselves again.” Photo by Sharon McCutcheon on Unsplash

behaving and then invite them into expression out of that moment with what we call a ‘beautiful question’, one that has no right or wrong answers and draws on the person’s strengths.” A beautiful question might be, “If your feet could talk, what would they say?” This offers people with pain a poetic way to express it. “I invited a gentleman with dementia who had no language—no words left—to show me how water moves. His response was the most beautiful dance I’d ever experienced, performed in the kitchen of his duplex,” Basting recalls, adding that it’s important to acknowledge the person’s expression so they know they’ve been heard. The final step in Creative Care is to accumulate these experiences over time and shape something larger and universally meaningful that can be shared with others—an artistic product. Basting founded the nonprofit TimeSlips to train artists and caregivers worldwide to do this visionary work. Their efforts have resulted in art exhibits, dance and theater productions, books and animations. “My dream is that meaning and beauty will be made every day in nursing homes, creating care settings so interesting that people want to visit them— a new kind of cultural center, integrating health and art,” she says.

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etting on the yoga mat can be a powerful stress-buster that lowers blood pressure and excessive cortisol, but yoga can offer an added boon for those living with the lasting effects of traumatic events. Trauma-informed yoga (also called trauma-sensitive yoga) is a promising therapeutic branch of the yogic system designed to quell the body’s programmed “fight-or-flight” responses. Founded on yoga, psychology and neurobiology principles, the approach is in harmony with the ancient yogic concept of samskaras, or memories imprinted on our cellular consciousness. People from many walks of life can benefit from trauma-sensitive yoga including bullied teens, women rebounding from abuse and anyone impacted by pandemic turmoil. Research published in the journal Military Medicine in 2018 reports that U.S. veterans of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq that participated in a one-hour vinyasa-style yoga session for six weeks showed significantly lowered post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, as well as less insomnia, depression and anxiety.

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with Mind-Body Techniques. The Fort Lauderdale-based yoga therapist and entrepreneur highlights the body’s role in trauma and stress. “The brain rewires itself around the traumatic event and memories stored in the tissues throughout the body. Yoga can help to free those memories, alleviating troubling emotions and thought patterns, as well as chronic somatic tension and hypervigilance.” Shaw draws upon new psychological and neurological discoveries, including polyvagal theory, that help explain the full impact of trauma and most importantly, how and why yoga helps to lessen these impacts. Trauma-informed yoga keeps the nervous system in mind, excluding poses and breathing techniques that might provoke a sense of vulnerability or overstimulation. Trained teachers adhere to non-touch assistance methods and often opt for well-lit studios to avoid a possible triggering atmosphere. A trauma-informed yoga teacher knows the inner workings of the nervous system,” explains Mandy Eubanks, a trauma-trained yoga educator and certified yoga instructor in Tulsa. “We have respect for the variety of responses that our clients have to yoga, meditation and breathwork practices. For example, we understand deep breathing will be calming to one person and agitating to another. We normalize clients’ responses and work with them to find an effective technique for that individual.” Teachers with specialized training and access to props can also support people on a yoga journey that are limited physically. Eubanks emphasizes, “Yoga truly is for everyone and every body.”

The Power of Choice and Individuality Lisa Danylchuk, the Oakland-based author of Yoga for Trauma Recovery: Theory, Philosophy, and Practice, underscores that in a trauma-informed environment, everything a teacher instructs is an offering or invitation. “This is important because people who have endured trauma have often not had a say over what happens to their bodies. A good trauma-informed class cultivates somatic and psychological resources, and focuses, above all, on cultivating a sense of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual safety.” The founder of The Center for Yoga

and Trauma Recovery believes it’s important to be responsive to individual needs. “Trauma affects so many different individuals and groups of people and in such a variety of ways that it is impossible to give one prescription. Some people might benefit from a weekly, 60- to 90-minute vinyasa-style class. Others might benefit from a short, five-minute daily restorative practice.” Shaw also stresses a tailored approach. “How one wishes to practice is up to the individual, but I suggest a combination of both one-on-one instruction and class for-

mat. If someone is in the throes of trauma, they will need a private session to start.” Eubanks adds the importance of consistency. “In my experience, it is about finding which yoga practices work best for the client and then encouraging them to find time to practice every day. Yoga for PTSD is not a one-and-done deal. It takes time, effort and belief in oneself.” Marlaina Donato is a body-mind-spirit author and recording artist. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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rage-filled mother, coupled with emotional repression and a fierce drive to excel as a surgeon, produced his high levels of anxiety. It turbocharged his central nervous system and set off a cascade of reactions that fed ever-rising levels of pain. “Your mind and body function as a unit with no separation,” he says. “Chronic pain results when your body is exposed to sustained levels of stress hormones, excitatory neurotransmitters and inflammatory protein. Your brain is sensitized and the nerve conduction speed is faster, so you physically feel more pain. It’s not ‘all in your mind’—it’s a normal physio-logical process.” After six months of intense inner work focused on his rage, Hanscom calmed his overwrought nervous system and his symptoms “essentially disappeared.” He began applying his experience to hundreds of spine patients, helping the great majority of them to avoid surgery altogether. In the book Back in Control, he describes his approach, which is designed for people with pain that is not caused by underlying structural or organ issues. He recommends these initial steps.

CONQUERING CHRONIC PAIN How the Body-Mind Connection Works by Ronica O’Hara

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n Getting at least seven hours of sleep a night, which may require sleeping pills or natural methods.

or three decades, David Hanscom was a top-ranked orthopedic surgeon in Seattle who daily put the scalpel to injured, deformed and twisted spines. Privately, he writhed in pain himself. He was beset over 15 years with burning feet, insomnia, tinnitus, anxiety, skin rashes, crushing chest pain, depression, sweats, heart palpitations and tension headaches, among other symptoms. That put him among the estimated 50 million American adults afflicted with chronic pain for which relief is hard to come by and often short-lived. The standard medical approaches of surgery and injections often don’t work well or last long for many patients, research shows. Opioids, once a standby, are now prescribed sparingly after being implicated in half a million overdose deaths. Treatment is especially elusive for the one in six adults and 30 to 40 percent of primary care patients with pain or chronic conditions considered “medically unexplained”. As a result, integrative pain management, which focuses on both mind and body and incorporates medical and holistic approaches, is growing in importance. Major medical centers such as the Mount Sinai Health System and Cleveland Clinic, as well as practitioners such as chiropractors and homeopaths, offer dozens of modalities to turn around painful conditions. Sometimes a single simple method works quickly for a patient with a straightforward symptom; more often, it takes a combination of approaches over time to reverse pain, especially if it is complex, sustained or recurring. Launching on his own healing path, Hanscom came to a critical understanding: The abuse he had suffered as a child from a 28

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n Doing expressive writing twice a day, which involves writing down in longhand whatever is on the mind using graphic and descriptive language for 10 to 30 minutes, and then promptly tearing it up. Neurological research shows that this simple practice rewires the brain. “Some people experience remarkable pain relief right away,” he says. n Practicing “active meditation” throughout the day by mindfully focusing each time on a sight, sound or sensation for five to 10 seconds. For deep, sustained healing, he stresses the importance of forgiveness, gratitude, self-discovery, exploring a spiritual path, relearning playfulness and connecting with others. Medication may be necessary initially, he says, and as pain levels recede, most people become ready to improve their diet and exercise more. Understanding the mind/body connection is key in pain management, concurs gastroenterologist David D. Clarke, M.D., author of They Can’t Find Anything Wrong! and president of the Portland, Oregon-based Psychophysiologic Disorders Association. “When medical evaluation shows no problems with organs or structures, then the pain is being generated by the brain, similar to what happens in phantom limb pain, where people feel pain in the location of an amputated arm or leg,” he says. “Chronic pain generated by the brain generally occurs due to stress, an emotional/psychological trauma or strong negative emotions (often toward people the patient cares about) that are not fully recognized. Often, these issues began due to adverse childhood experiences, which can be anything you would not want a child of your own to endure. I recommend people explore these possibilities on their own, with a loved one or with a therapist.” That process might sound daunting, but so is suffering crippling pain. “The most important thing for people to know is that pain can be successfully treated, relieved and often cured with the right techniques,” says Clarke. Health writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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The Power of the Written Note

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by Julie Peterson

irthdays, weddings, holidays and other momentous occasions have long been celebrated with cards and letters. The rise of emailing, texting and social media has made writing letters a forgotten treasure as many of us have instead come to use quick but fleeting messages via technology. Perhaps it’s time to bring back the nostalgia, the handwriting and a box full of stationery for all occasions. A handwritten note ensures someone will know we took the time to think, write and send. Here’s how to get started.

Stock Supplies: Nothing inspires writing notes more than a

box or drawer full of inviting cards and paper. Cards that are blank inside are multi-purpose. Stickers and beautiful postage stamps can make an envelope look like a gift. Get a few good pens in a variety of colors and start writing.

Be Thankful: After receiving a gift or an act of kindness, send a thank-you card or letter. Do it soon after the event, so that the memory is fresh and the note will contain specifics. But even if it’s for something that took place farther in the past, “better late than never” certainly applies.

Talk-Write: Don’t get stuck when pen hits paper, just imagine

what would be said out loud and write those words. Our words won’t sound like the poem in a store-bought card, but words from the heart are better because they are personal and likely more meaningful to the recipient. The reader will hear the writer’s voice in the note. Be honest and sincere.

Write and Repeat: Make writing a habit by sending three

notes each week. If nothing spurs a thank-you, then send a card just to say hello or give appreciation. Perhaps it’s a “remember when” or an “I miss you” note. Browse through contact lists to get inspiration. If nobody strikes a chord for a note, write a self-praise letter. Be sure to list your best and most lovable qualities and put it in the mail. It will be a nice warm-fuzzy surprise when it arrives. These kinds of letters and cards are like loving hugs. For some, a sweet note via mail or tucked somewhere to be discovered may be a much needed joyful spark.

Julie Peterson writes from Wisconsin. Reach her at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

THE AFTERLIFE FREQUENCY THE AFTERLIFE FREQUENCY: The Scientiﬁc Proof of Spiritual Contact and How That Awareness Will Change Your Life by

Mark Anthony, JD Psychic Explorer

World-renowned 4th generation psychic medium and Oxford educated attorney Mark Anthony bridges the divide between faith and science in this fascinating afterlife exploration taking you around the globe, from the cosmic to the subatomic, into the human soul itself. Combining physics, neuroscience and riveting true stories this book: • Reveals how our “Electromagnetic Soul” is pure eternal energy which never dies. • Takes spirit communication, near-death experiences, and deathbed visions out of the shadows of superstition and into The Light of 21st Century Quantum Physics. • Teaches Anthony’s “RAFT Technique” to Recognize contact with spirits, Accept it as real, Feel it without fear, and Trust in the experience. • Provides hope for victims of grief, homicide, suicide, PTSD and survivor’s guilt. • Illuminates how contact with spirits is a powerful instrument of healing and love.

“To put it bluntly, this is an “amazing book that deserves to be enjoyed by millions of readers.” Gary E. Schwartz, PhD, Director of the Laboratory for Advances in Consciousness and Health, University of Arizona and author of “The Afterlife Experiments”.

“Mark Anthony shows that while we cannot control death, we can control how we understand and react to it in healthy ways.” Bruce Greyson, MD, co-founder of IANDS and author of “After: A doctor Explores what Near-Death Experiences Reveal about Life and Beyond”

Mark Anthony, JD Psychic Explorer author of The Afterlife Frequency and his other best sellers, Never Letting Go and Evidence of Eternity is cohost of The Psychic & the Doc on The Transformation Network and columnist for Best Holistic Magazine. He appears nationwide on TV and radio as an expert in spirit communication, near-death experiences, paranormal phenomena and as a legal expert. ®

To get your copy go to: Amazon, ﬁne book stores or ATERLIFEFREQUENCY.com. Also available on audio, narrated by Mark Anthony, JD Psychic Explorer (Psychic Lawyer ) ®

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Drinking Water: What’s Healthy, What’s Not – 9:45-11:30am. First Saturday. Learn about the health benefits of Kangen special ionized drinking water (electrically charged): alkaline, super hydrating, detoxifying, rich in antioxidants. Please RSVP. No charge. Pristine Naturopathic Medicine, 2469 N Country Club Rd. 520-7951300. TheHealthyCouple.com.

Manage Pain without Medications – 6-7:30pm. Learn 10 ways to manage acute or chronic pain. Dr. DeeAnn Saber and Zach Saber will share multiple ways you can manage your aches and pains at home or with assistance from various professionals. Please call to reserve: 520-209-1755. No charge. Transformational Medicine, 2028 East Prince Rd. TFMND.com.

Clear and Heal Your Biofield – 1-2:30pm. With Danielle Dvorak, certified instructor. Learn techniques for clearing and healing your energy fields for the rest of your life. Healthy biofields help us attain and maintain balance in life and in connection with others. Also livestreamed. $15. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima, Tucson. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 9 Cats 9 Lives – 6:30-8pm. Join us for a lively book discussion starting September 9. Look at influential people and their past lives. What were they doing on Atlantis? How did their karma set the stage for future lives? Get the book now at Amazon.com. No charge. Register at SummitLighthousePhoenix.org and you will receive a Zoom link.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Experience the Sound of Soul – 4-5pm. You’re invited to experience the power and wonder of HU for yourself. We’ll also engage in spiritual conversation, and enjoy community. Meet others who share a desire to explore their connection with Divine Spirit. Email Rvoec@Eckankararizona.org for Zoom link. No charge. EckankarArizona.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 How Your Chakras Work – 10:30am-12pm. Workshop on helping you recharge your energy through your chakras and higher awareness. Look at your spiritual anatomy. No charge. All welcome. Register on the live Zoom link at SummitLighthousePhoenix.org.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Virtual Heart Wisdom Healing Program – 8-week course. 1 portal is launched each week. All classes are online. Contains 2 in-person or remote healing sessions; 1 activated and programmed crystal necklace; 8 video teachings; weekly Soulwork assignments and customized affirmations and mantras; and slide presentations with each week’s portal. Register at HigherHeartHealing.co.

How to Meditate – 10am-1pm. Buddhist nun, Gen Kelsang Lingpur will give simple step-by-step meditation instructions for developing inner peace and clarity. Learn how to craft and support vibrant meditation practice. All welcome. $20. Kadampa Meditation Center Arizona, 5326 E. Pima St. 520441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.

Experience the Sound of Soul – 6-7pm. You’re invited to experience the power and wonder of HU for yourself. We’ll also engage in spiritual conversation, and enjoy community. Meet others who share a desire to explore their connection with Divine Spirit. Email Rvoec@Eckankararizona.org for Zoom link. No charge. EckankarArizona.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Raise the Mother Light of Your Chakras – 10:30am-12pm. Learn affirmations to cleanse and purify your chakras. That will help your chakras vibrate at their intended spiritual frequency. No charge. All welcome. Register at SummitLighthousePhoenix. org and you will receive a Zoom link.

mark your calendar Flagstaff Dowsers Conference October 6 - 12, 2021 Want to learn how to improve your intuition, find gold, missing items and more? Register for the Flagstaff Dowsers Conference being held at the Little America Hotel. Beginner & Advanced classes, Youth Program, Labyrinths, Field Trips and more. Call 978-496-8599 for more information. FlagstaffDowsers.com

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Revealing Wholeness – 5-7pm. Join Rev Janis in a 7-week book study, “Revealing Wholeness” using Dr Lissa Rankin’s Mind over Medicine and Ernest Holmes’ Science of Mind. $175, includes $45 registration fee. TucsonCSL.org.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 9 Cats 9 Lives – 6:30-8pm. What were these modern day influential people doing on Atlantis? How did their karma set the stage for future lives? Join us for a lively insightful discussion. Purchase the book on Amazon. No charge. All welcome. Register at SummitLighthousePhoenix.org and you will receive a Zoom link.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 Our Spiritual Wake-Up Calls – 11am. Explore keys to spiritual freedom found in this book by Harold Klemp, Spiritual Leader of Eckankar. This month’s chapter title is, “A Servant of God”. You don’t need the book to participate. For Zoom link/dial-in info, contact Julie: Julbereng@gmail.com or 877-3004949. No charge. EckankarArizona.org. Gong Bath – 1-2:30pm. Relax with Danielle Dvorak and allow the sounds of the Earth Gong and Tibetan Singing Bowls, to wash through, bathing participants in healthful frequencies, realigning energy physically, mentally and spiritually. In-studio or online. $20/livestreamed. $25/in-studio. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

mark your calendar Paula Poundstone Brings Laughs to Fox Tucson Theatre October 28 • 7:30pm A beloved comedian of Fox Tucson Theatre’s fans, Paula Poundstone returns to Tucson with a new comedy performance. Tickets start at $24.50. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit FoxTucson.com.

NOVEMBER 4 Online Bach Flower Practitioner Training: Level 3– 12:30-5pm (CDT). 11/4-11/7. This certification program provides training for those who wish to use these remedies in a more effective and professional manner or incorporate them into an existing health practice. Small interactive groups. Taught by Nancy Buono, BFCP, Director of Bach Flower Education. CE's available-NCBTMB, NCCAOM, ANMCB. $950. BachFlowerEducation.com/Level_3.html.

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Reiki Circle– 6pm. With Judy Ferrig, Reiki Master Teacher. Come to learn about Reiki and receive a mini session. No charge. Contact JudyFerrig@ comcast.net for Zoom log in. OpenPathwaysEnergyAndCommunications.com. .

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daily Peaceful Floating – 9am-5pm. Wednesday through Saturday. Float your cares away in our indoor saltwater pool, 2 or 3 family members or roommates may swim or float. Safely sanitized. Lifeguard if needed. $35/90-minutes. 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. By appointment. Text 520-990-1857 or email SantaRitaSprings@ gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com. Borderlands: Photographs by Salido & Navarro –Though October 24. The photographs of Pilar Salido and Carlos Navarro, renowned naturalists and photographers, illustrate the wild beauty of the Sea of Cortez and surrounding desert. Free with admission. Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Art Institute, 2021 N Kinney Rd. 520-883-2702. DesertMuseum.org. 30-Day Meditation Challenge – 10-10:30am. Learn step-by-step to meditate, refine your skills as a meditator, and how to apply meditation to your life. Receive a new link each day. $35 per person. No charge to members. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org/30-daychallenge. Aquatic Massage – 10am-7pm. Offering Watsu aquatic massage in our private indoor pool of 96 degree saltwater. Includes shiatsu, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Cranial-Sacral and integrative massage methods. Wednesdays-Saturdays. Call or text for information or to schedule a time. $120/90-minutes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-990-1857. SantaRitaSprings.com.

sunday Sunday Worship Service: Casas Adobes Congregational Church – 9:30am. In person and live streamed.Faith-centered, music-loving Christian congregation with a variety of worship and spiritual enrichment opportunities. No charge. Info@CAUCC.org. CAUCC.org/Welcome/Natural. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group – Silent Meditation: 9-10am, Reading Service: 10-11am. Learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince #130-40. 520-792-6544. TucsonAZ.SRF@gmail.com. TucsonMeditationGroup.org.

Kadampa Meditation Center General Program – 10-11:15am. Our live-streamed classes provide a basic introduction to Buddhist teachings and meditation that are suitable for beginners and experienced meditators. $10/class; free to Members. MeditationInTucson.org.

Yoga Core Strength for Better Balance – Zoom: 9-10am. In-person: 11am. With Trish. Invigorating, doable, yoga practice to build core strength for better balance. Breathwork and variations included. First class free. $8.50/Zoom; $10/inperson. Email Trish@DivineJourneyYoga.com; or book class at DivineJourneyYoga.com. Church of the Painted Hills, 3295 W Speedway Blvd. DivineJourneyYoga.com.

Tucson Metaphysics Fair – 10am-4pm. Third Sunday. Fair includes a variety of mediums, readers, healers and vendors. Best Western Inn Suites Tucson Foothills Hotel & Suites, 6201 N Oracle Rd. 520-579-8930.

Yoga for Shoulder & Hip Mobility – 2-3pm. 8/39/28. All-level 9-week class geared to stretching, massaging and releasing hip-flexors and shoulder joints. Learn about these joints as you move through creative sequences, leaving hips and shoulders happy healthy and at ease. First class free. $12/per class. YogaConnection.org.

Sunday Celebration Services – 10-11:30am. Join the sea of happy faces through zoom technology from the comfort of your living room. Celebrate community, music, life and self-motivated expansion and growth. Happier life, better health and more abundant living. Welcome. By donation. TucsonCSL.org.

Kadampa Meditation Center General Program – 7-8:15pm. Gain the understanding of how we can put Buddha’s Lamrim (“stages of the path to enlightenment”) meditations and teachings into practice in these uncertain times. Live streamed. $10/class; free to members. MeditationInTucson.org.

Online Noon Prayers for Race Unity, Social Justice and Healing – 12-1pm. Program consists of a short presentation on a current issue using photos, videos and slides designed to focus our Spirits and Hearts on the issue. To receive an invite, contact Bahais4RaceUnity@gmail.com. Flutes for Vets Classes – Online: 1:30-2:30pm. First and third Sundays. In-Person: 1:30-3pm. Third Sunday. Free Native American style flute lessons and flutes with Flutes for Vets for active duty military, veterans and their support family members. Email to register and to receive a flute. No charge. FlutesForVets@gmail.com.Flutesforvets.org. Sunday Feast and Bhakti Program – 5:30pm. 7pm ten-course feast. Govinda’s Hare Krishna temple and vegetarian restaurant hosts a wonderful program. We observe social distancing and pay close attention to CDC guidelines. No charge. Govinda’s Natural Foods, 711 East Blacklidge. 520-792-0630. GovindasOfTucson.com.

monday Gentle Hatha Yoga – Zoom: 9-10am. In-person: 11am. With Trish. Gentle, doable, slow, mindful stretch. Breathwork and variations included. First class free. Email Trish@DivineJourneyYoga.com or book a class at DivineJourneyYoga.com. $8.50/ Zoom; $10/in-person. St. Francis in the Foothills, 4625 E River Rd. DivineJourneyYoga.com. Exploring the Roots of the Science of Mind – 5:30-7:30pm. If reading the authors that inspired Ernest Holmes in compiling The Science of Mind intrigues you, this is the class for you. We’ll spend 4 weeks each reading and discussion Emerson, Troward and Hopkins. $220+ books. TucsonCSL.org.

wednesday Yin Yoga – Zoom: 9-10am. In-person: 11am. With Trish. This type of yoga is important for joint health. Variations offered including options to stay off your knees. First class free. Email Trish@DivineJourneyYoga.com or book a class at DivineJourneyYoga. com. $8.50/Zoom; $10/in-person. St. Francis in the Foothills, 4625 E River Rd. DivineJourneyYoga.com. Tucson Friendly and Fearless Death Cafe – 1011:30am. Lively, thoughtful, safe conversation on issues relating to death, dying, grief and loss. Not grief counseling or therapy. All are welcome. Zoom: tinyurl.com/WedTucsDeathCafeLink; Password: 583513. IsabelDeathCafe@gmail.com. DeathCafe.com Aquacize – 12-1:15pm. With Rebecca Lennon, RN. Join us in a 96 degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance, & joint mobility. Perfect for CST, Arthritis, Lupus, MD, MS, & Fibromyalgia relief. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Register with Rebecca: 520 444-8636. B43Lennon@aol.com.

thursday Yoga for Strong Bones – Zoom: 9-10am. In-person: 11am. With Trish. Practice poses proven to reverse the effects of Osteoporosis and Osteopenia. You need yoga strap, yoga block and chair. First class free. Email Trish@DivineJourneyYoga.com or book a class at DivineJourneyYoga.com. $8.50/Zoom; $10/in-person. Church of the Painted Hills, 3295 W Speedway Blvd. DivineJourneyYoga.com.

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Meditatíon en Español – 12:30-1:30pm. Tomar 30 minutos en el medio del día para conectarse con su corazón, cultivar la paz interior, la felicidad y clarificar su intención para el día. Todos son bienvenidos para atender estas meditaciones guiadas. Con Andrew Norales. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org. Flutes for Vets In-Person in Sierra Vista – 5-6:30pm. Free Native American style flute lessons and flutes with Flutes for Vets for active duty military, veterans and their support family members. Email to register and to receive a flute. No charge. Contact Lynn at CodyxMom@gmail.com for more info. Warrior Healing Center, 1838 Paseo San Luis, Sierra Vista. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group – 6-8pm. Join us to learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince #13040. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.org.. Spiritual Life Group Online – 6:30pm. First, third and fourth Thursday. Experience a deeper sense of God and connection with fellow travelers on the spiritual journey. No charge. Casas Adobes Congregational UCC, 6801 N Oracle Rd. 520-297-1181. Michael@CAUCC.org. CAUCC.org. Taizé Worship Service Online – 6:30-7:30pm. Second Thursday. Join us online for this unique, meditative worship. For the communities’ well-being, all upcoming Taizé Services will be held online. No charge. Casas Adobes Congregational UCC, 6801 N Oracle Rd. 520-297-1181. CAUCC.org. Your Seven Energy Centers – 7-8:15pm. Become more aware of your innate energy through your chakras. Held via Zoom: 4946248600, passcode 787878 or phone 253-215-8782. No charge. Info@ SummitLighthousePhoenix.org. SummitLighthouse Phoenix.org.

friday Low Slow Hatha Yoga – 9-10am. Each Friday morning join Trish on zoom for a gentle, doable, slow, stretch staying close to the ground. Breathwork and variations are always included. First class free. Email Trish@DivineJourneyYoga.com; or book a class through the Divine Journey Yoga website. $8.50. DivineJourneyYoga.com. Don Zavis Sales Training – 9-10:30am. With Don Zavis. Weekly sales training session. Also archived via Vimeo in case you miss it. No charge. In person at 11177 North Oracle, Oro Valley, (in Encantada Auditorium). 520-903-4654. DonZavis@comcast.net.

Yin and Myofascial Release – 5:30-6:45pm. Nine-week yoga series. With Bea Aldridge. Quiet and meditative practice targeting deep connective tissue and fascia to release stiffness, free up joints and release tension. Register for series or individual sessions. $12. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

saturday Drinking Water: What’s Healthy, What’s Not – 9:45-11:30am. First Saturday. Learn about the health benefits of Kangen special ionized drinking water (electrically charged): alkaline, super hydrating, detoxifying, rich in antioxidants. Please RSVP. No charge. Pristine Naturopathic Medicine, 2469 N Country Club Rd. 520-7951300. TheHealthyCouple.com. Ai Chi with Connie Seddon – 10-11:15am. 4-students safely distanced. Aquatic meditation is practiced in slow, graceful movements, using mindfulness with breath while standing in a 96 degree warm indoor pool. $200 8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-245-6616 or ConnieSeddon@gmail. com. SantaRitaSprings.com. BookStudy: “Hidden Power for Human Problems” – 10-11:30am. Twelve consecutive Saturday mornings, join master facilitator Keith Gorley in an in-depth dive into the 7 (erroneous) parent thoughts that create the bulk of human misery. Book required. By donation. TucsonCSL.org. Meditation for Everyone Sessions on Zoom – 11am-12pm. For those who have some experience with meditation. I will share a meditation technique, explain how to sit through a longer (half hour) meditation, will do pre-meditation activities and then the meditation. All are welcome. No charge. Email Sitaaraa@aol.com for link. Aquacize – 12-1:15pm. With Rebecca Lennon, RN. Join us in a 96 degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance, & joint mobility. Perfect for CST, Arthritis, Lupus, MD, MS, & Fibromyalgia relief. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Register with Rebecca: 520 444-8636. B43Lennon@aol.com. Experience The Sound of Soul – 6-7pm. Fourth Saturday. Join other like-minded people in singing HU, an ancient, universal name of God. Following this 10-20-minute HU song is a short time of quiet contemplation and reflection. Discussion fills the remaining 40-minutes. No charge. Crvalluzzo@ gmail.com. EckankarArizona.org.

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ACUPUNCTURE EASTWEST INTEGRATED CARE Dr. Lucy Surya, DAOM L.Ac IBHP 7440 N Oracle Rd, Bldg 4, 85704 520-308-5289 EastWestWell.com

Looking for a therapy that works? Dr. Surya specializes in trauma, pain, and addictive behaviors using a new approach to mental health that combines ancient wisdom with modern biomedicine. Eastwest also offers psychiatric services/ medication management, VR therapy, genetic testing, supplements, CBD products, and more. Se habla español. See ad, page 11.

ADVANCED FREQUENCY WELLNESS TRISH DEVITT

520-261-5194 https://bit.ly/trishhealy The exact frequencies you need, plus gentle microcurrent helps you relieve pain and regain your healthy balance. Private sessions, purchase your own device, or learn a variety of energy healing techniques so you can take charge of your health.

AESTHETICS AND MEDSPA PAMPERED SKIN STUDIO

Suzanne Pear, RN PhD LE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 PamperedSkinStudio.com

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If you believe less is more, Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) is the Nurse-Aesthetician for you. She provides customized nature-based, holistic skin rejuvenation therapies for all skin types, ethnicities and sensitivities while educating you about your skin concerns and care. See ad, page 6.

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ALTERNATIVE HEALING ALPHASTAR HEALING

Elisabeth Heneage, MBA, ND 520-250-3871 AlphaStarHS@gmail.com AlphaStarHealingServices.com State-of-the-art healing machine Trinfinity8 uses mathematical codes, Solfeggio tones and fractal visualizations for healing, positive change and rejuvenation. Experience stress reduction, energy restoration, better health and nutrition, skin, hair, face rejuvenation, weight management and body sculpting. See ad, page 19.

AKASHIC RECORDS DANIELLE DVORAK

847-323-9188 Danielle@Replevyn.com • Replevyn.com Danielle, a gifted life-long intuitive, is able to read anyone’s Akashic Records — accessing soul contracts, past life information related to this lifetime, and discovering symbols for the client to work with. Reading your Akashic Records often answers questions you thought unanswerable.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EASTWEST INTEGRATED CARE

Dr. Herald Surya, PMHNP-BC, ARNP, MD 7440 N Oracle Rd, Bldg 4, 85704 520-308-5289 • EastWestWell.com Dr. Surya is working every day to improve the emotional health and well-being of children, adolescents, and young adults in Tucson, because every person has the potential to thrive. Services offered include psychiatric services/medication management, counseling, Virtual Reality® therapy, genetic testing for mental health, and more. Confidentiality guaranteed. See ad, page 11.

BODYWORK SYLVIA BOYED

6550 E Carondelet, Bldg F, 85712 520-370-3689 SylviaBoyed.com Sylvia Boyed, MA, VMT, CST. Now welcoming new clients. Restorative bodywork and energetic healing for physical and emotional well-being. 14+ years experience in energetically applied visceral manipulation and craniosacral therapies. Specializing in treatment of head injuries, tinnitus and post-surgical rehabilitation. See ad, page 18.

ZACHARY SABER, LMT

Transformational Medicine 2028 East Prince Rd, 85719 520-232-4585 SaberLMP@aol.com• TFMND.com Tired of the pain? Myofascial release frees you from what holds you back. Let go of past injuries and love life again. Zach specializes in myofascial release, structural integration and neuromuscular re-education with nearly 20 years of hands-on experience. See ad, page 3.

BUSINESS SERVICES VIVIANE THOMPSON

Thompson Accounting Company, PLLC 1643 N Alvernon, Ste 104 520-822-8208 VThompson@VivianeThompson.com VivianeThompson.com Tax and accounting CPA practice specializing in small business accounting, QuickBooks, and bookkeeping, payroll, taxes, and business advice. We are four very experienced and compassionate professional women helping you become more successful through common sense, down- to-earth, and sensible financial and tax advice. See ad, page 25.

CARPET CLEANING PIMA CLEANPRO, LLC

Carpet Cleaning, Tile & Grout, Upholstery, Area Rugs Serving Pima County & Surrounding Areas 520-954-2119 PimaCleanPro@gmail.com PimaCleanPro.com Don’t steam your carpets, clean your carpets. Providing a low-moisture system that is: eco-friendly, unbeatable results, dries in about 1-2 hours, with no residue, longer carpet life for carpet, upholstery, area rugs, tile and grout. Reliable, on-time, answers the phone.

CBD NATURAL HEALING CARE CENTER 2231 E Speedway, 85719 520-323-0069 NaturalHealingCareCenter.com

Natural Healing Care Center carries a variety of natural, full-spectrum Hemp CBD Products. All products are high quality, grown in the U.S., and tested. CBD has helped many people obtain relief for various ailments. NHCC can help inform you on the proper way to consume CBD. See ad, page 9.

CHIROPRACTIC WINTERHAVEN HEALTH CENTER Dr. Nathan Conlee 3020 N Country Club Rd, 85716 520-322-6161 PerformanceNeurology.com

Dr. Nathan Conlee has been treating auto and sports injuries since 1987. As a Chiropractic Neurologist he works with many neurologic disorders. Using gentle chiropractic, physiotherapy, acupuncture and metabolic nutrition, we have helped thousands of patients, from headaches to ankle sprains. Please visit www.PerformanceNeurology.com See ad, page 23.

CLEANING SERVICES PURMAID LLC

520-331-2629 PurMaidTucson@gmail.com PurMaid.com PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: 3 labor hours of cleaning, just $75. See ad for details. See ad, page 11.

COACHING, COUNSELING & GUIDANCE ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES

Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner Near 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 bio-energetics 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.

HEALTHY COUPLES

Bill White, M.A., Love Coach 520-869-6782 TheHealthyCouple.com Quick and dramatic results are common. Bill is a master at navigating relationship challenges. Resolve anger, arguments, emotional distancing, broken trust, childhood influences. Free no-obligation consultation. Don’t be surprised if you enjoy the process.

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COACHING, COUNSELING & GUIDANCE INNOVATIVE LIFE COACHING Kira Freed, M.A., Board Certified Coach, LPC (ret.) 520-615-8615 KiraFreedCoaching.com Kira@KiraFreed.com

Life coaching in a supportive environment that honors where you are and integrates the wisdom of all your aspects (“parts”) in service of your highest vision for your life. Boundaries, life purpose, transitions, wellness, creativity, life balance. Free initial consultation.

OWL CU BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Clarese Basile, DNP, PMHNP 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste #207, 85719 520-349-1781 OwlCUBH@gmail.com OwlCUBH.org Clarese Basile is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and counselor. She offers compassionate individualized care that includes medication, individual and group therapy as well as couples counseling. She uses a holistic approach to help you reach your goals and dreams. New patients can be seen within two weeks. See ad, page 12.

TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING Trish Devitt 520-261-5194 TaraVerde.com

Neutralize the effects of subconscious patterns and traumas that are preventing you from living a fulfilling, peaceful life. Access your inner wisdom and power. Develop strategies to create your authentic life. Custom-tailored modalities address your needs, challenges, and goals.

INTESTINAL HEALTH INSTITUTE

520-325-9686 Intestines@SheilaShea.com IntestinalHealthInstitute.com

Sheila Shea MA is Board Certified with 41 years of colon hydrotherapy experience. The Intestinal Health Institute offers intestinal nutritional support and detoxification protocols to accompany colonics. Specialties are abdominal massage, Metabolic Syndrome and sugar. Shea is an LMT in Arizona and Florida.

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES

Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, Rm 9, 85719 520-403-1686 VerySpecialAlternatives@gmail.com VerySpecialAlternatives.net DaoCloud.com/Vonnie-Schultz-Albrecht RN-delivered colonics. FDA-approved system integrated with a full, closedgravity option. Infrared Therapy included! Probiotic reflorastation and ozone therapies available. Warm, supportive healing environment. Affordable rates and packages. By appointment, flexible hours. Free 15-minute consult! See ad, page 3.

COMPUTER SERVICES GE COMPUTING AND INTERNET SERVICES

Don Gibbens Office: 520-332-1485 Cell: 520-784-1243 Don@GEComputerRepair.com GEComputerRepair.com Facebook: GE-Computing-and-Internet-Services If your computer is "sick", we are here to help! "Computer ick? Call the Doctor." Your first half hour is no charge. We can serve you in your home in the Tucson area, or even via remote. See ad, page 23.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY GAIL MARIE

Ancient Therapies Wellness I-ACT Certified Colon Therapist and Instructor 520-535-8404 AncientTherapiesWellness.com Choose better health with Colon Management through irrigation and hydration naturally. We use only FDA open system devices and purified water in a safe, holistic environment. Specializing in detox methods of the mind, body and Spirit since 2000. See ad, page 19.

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DENTISTRY E DENTAL SOLUTIONS & MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL

Elahe Wissinger, DMD & Steven Swidler, DDS 2504 E River Rd, 85718 520-745-5496 • Info@EDentalSolutions.net EDentalSolutions.net

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Our mission is to build a partnership to achieve optimal dental health. The state-of-the-art technology, attention to our clients’ needs, and commitment to continuing education ensure that our clients receive the highest quality care, in a safe and comfortable environment. See ad, back cover.

TUCSON BIOLOGICAL DENTISTRY

Jeanne Anne Krizman, DMD, MPH 1601 N Tucson Blvd, Ste 35, 85716 520-326-0082 • Smile@KrizmanDental.com A centrally located biologic and integrative dental office with Tucson’s only International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology accredited dentist. Specializing in general and cosmetic dentistry, mercury-free fillings, safe amalgam removal, implants, extractions, cavitation treatment, and ozone therapy. Call for appointment today. See ad, page 2.

EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE - EFT MARIA KINGSLEY

EFT Practitioner, Certified Hypnotherapist 520-780-0170 KadaKingsley@msn.com Maria-Kingsley.com Emotions run high in many people right now. Do you need help in coping with life? Emotional freedom is just that: an easy tool to deal with upsetting circumstances, anxiety, fears, sickness. It combines energy therapy and psychology to eliminate and reduce emotions. Affordable and necessary.

ENERGY WORK ENERGETIC SYSTEM RE-BOOT

Suzanne Pear, RN PhD LE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 DoctorSuzie@PamperedSkinStudio.com Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) is a Registered Nurse and Quantum Energy Practitioner offering chakra energy system re-alignment and balancing as well as auric field clearing, forgiveness and self-healing practices. Call 520-400-8109 to schedule an Energetic Assessment. See ad, page 6.

FLOTATION THERAPY CLOUD NINE FLOTATION

Float & Spiritual Healing Center 2118 S Avenida Planeta, 85710 520-668-4017 FloatTucson.com The most experienced Float Center in Arizona is right here in Tucson! Located in a quiet neighborhood, Cloud Nine Flotation offers the only true sensory deprivation experience in Tucson. An hour in a Float Tank is refreshing and calming at the same time. Voted Best of Tucson Alternative Health Centers. See ad, page 19.

HEALTH & WELLNESS GRIEF RELIEF WITH JENNICA Jennica Klemann, ACGRS 6812 N Oracle Rd, #100, 85704 520-850-8151 GriefReliefWithJennica.com

Jennica Klemann is an Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Specialist and Arizona Licensed Massage Therapist. She specializes in a variety of losses including death, divorce, loss of health, suicide, child loss, pet loss and helping parents and caretakers with grieving children. See ad, page 18.

SPA DAZE

6812 N Oracle Rd, #100, 85704 520-334-1919 SpaDazeTucson.com We specialize in pain relief, stress management, and lifestyle maintenance. We offer client-centered Therapeutic Massage, Energy Work, Couples Massage, Maternity, Pediatric Bodywork, Grief Recovery Massage and more. Our exclusive pain relieving salve, hot packs and hot towels always included.

HEALTH COACH JOYFUL LIFE HEALTH COACHING Brenda Reynolds 520-904-5494 JoyfulLifeHealthCoaching@gmail.com JoyfulLifeHealthCoaching.com

Brenda Reynolds works with those who struggle under the burden of excess weight. She helps them lose weight and live in food freedom. Find the foods that are best for your unique body so you can look and feel more confident. See ad, page 15.

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HEALTHY LIVING ZACHARY SABER, LMT

Transformational Medicine 2028 East Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • Zach@TFMND.com Learn to choose the right foods for you, how to heal your intestines, when to eat and more. Healing your intestines aides in healing Type 2 diabetes, obesity, sluggishness, sleeplessness, depression and lacking confidence. Added benefit is weight loss. See ad, page 3.

HOLISTIC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OWL CU BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Clarese Basile, DNP, PMHNP 2030 E Broadway Blvd, Ste #207, 85719 520-349-1781 OwlCUBH@gmail.com • OwlCUBH.org

MASSAGE BRANDIE LYNN GARCIA, LMT Healing Spirit Soaks 1074 N Swan Rd, 85719 520-344-3250 HealingSpiritSoaks.com

Brandie Lynn Garcia LMT works alongside you in your Healing Journey of the Mind Body and Soul. Using a variety of massage techniques and Fascia Blasting sessions to help reduce cellulite, spot reduce subcutaneous fat, reduce pain, and increase blood flow.

SANTA RITA SPRINGS

Dorothy Richmond, LMT since 1983 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, 85719 Aquatic Massage • Jin Shin Jyutsu Craniosacral Therapy • Watsu Integrative Massage 520-990-1857 • SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com Water is life…80 minutes of Bliss. Immersed in heavenly 96-degree saltwater inside our poolhouse, receive massage, shiatsu, energy work, great stretches, flowing movement, and maybe Aquatic Craniosacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 19.

Clarese Basile is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and counselor. She offers compassionate individualized care that includes medication, individual and group therapy. She uses a holistic approach to help you reach your goals and dreams. See ad, page 12.

HOLISTIC HEALTHCARE CHRISTINE SALOMON, LMT, RMT

Professional Licensed Massage Therapist Certified Reiki Master Teacher 315-391-9181 • ChristineSalomon.abmp.com Christine Salomon, LMT, RMT has been an experienced Holistic Healthcare professional for 20 years. Customized Reiki, Integrative Myofascial Ortho Massages, Qigong, Stretching and Breathwork. Skeletal, muscular, immune and energetic body systems are addressed promoting pain reduction, healing, balance and grounding.

HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY NORTHSTAR HYPERBARICS

Dr. Carol Henricks, MD 7598 N La Cholla Blvd, 85741 520-229-1238 • NorthStarHBOT.com Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) saturates the body with oxygen, reducing inflammation and enhancing recovery from central nervous system injury including: traumatic brain injury, post-concussion syndrome, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, birth injury, autism, spinal cord injury, near drowning, anoxic brain injury and other conditions.

MEDICAL INTUITIVE REPLEVYN

Danielle Dvorak 847-323-9188 Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com Danielle is a trained and certified Medical Intuitive (CMIP) through The Practical Path in Tujunga, CA. Medical Intuition utilizes clairvoyance and the sense of intuition to view and assess an individual’s physical body, along with their unique energy system.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA NATURAL HEALING CARE CENTER 2231 E Speedway, 85719 520-323-0069 NaturalHealingCareCenter.com

We’re a Holistic Wellness Center that focuses on alternative medicine and specializes in Cannabis education, coaching and consulting. We help patients obtain their Medical Marijuana Card in AZ and also assist them in finding the right products to help their needs. Cannabis has been used as medicine for thousands of years and not one person has ever died from over consumption, ever! See ad, page 9.

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MEDICAL MARIJUANA WILD WELLNESS

437 W Thurber Rd, Ste #3, 85705 520-600-0211 Wild-Wellness.com Cannabis Saturdays! We specialize in cannabis education, coaching and counseling every Saturday. We evaluate patients and help them obtain their Medical Marijuana Card in AZ. We assist patients in non-opioid pain management. Mention Natural Awakenings and receive 20% off your consultation visit. See ad, page 24.

MEDICARE SUPPORT LIFE SOLUTIONS ADVISORS OF AMERICA

SUGAR ME LOVE & DR. ALEXANDRA PORTER 3640 E Fort Lowell Rd, 85716 520-230-1907 SugarMeLoveTucson.com

After 14 years practicing in Seattle, Dr. Alexandra Porter is now offering her healing passion to Tucson! She has a unique blend of Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Medicine along with her gentle hands-on Bowen therapy. See ad, page 14.

WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE Dr. Lance Morris 2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 WFMedicine@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com

Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing “nature cure” to heal mind, body and spirit. Developer of Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad, page 27.

PO Box 69820, Oro Valley, 85737 520-419-5846 Planning@LifeSolutionsAdvisors.net Providing Solutions for Your Retirement We here at Life Solutions Advisors and American Senior Benefits are a team of local medicare advisors and experts. As your trusted independent advisors, we work with all Medicare carriers and companies to best serve your needs and preferences. Complimentary Medicare Consultation, call 520-419-5846.

MEDITATION THE YOGA CONNECTION 3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org

The Yoga Connection offers all levels of yoga from Gentle and Chair yoga to Intermediate levels and workshops. Ask about 2021 teacher training at the 200- and 300-hour levels leading to Yoga Alliance® certification. Visit YogaConnection.org, email Yoga@YogaConnection.org or call 520-323-1222.

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE DR. DEEANN SABER, NMD Transformational Medicine 2028 East Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 TFMND.com

Dr. Saber is a primary care naturopathic physician who specializes in endocrinology and functional medicine. Using science-based information as well as your personal symptoms, we will together find the best way to optimal health. See ad, page 3.

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PAST LIFE REGRESSION KRYSTE ANDREWS

Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique 2nd Level practitioner 201 759-6845 • KrysteAndrews@gmail.com Kryste Andrews, hypnotherapist and sound healer, facilitates self-healing as you view pertinent past lives. Address addictions, family issues, life purpose, global conditions and much more while in a blissful altered state, allowing your subconscious to answer unlimited questions. See ad, page 18.

PERMANENT MAKEUP A LASTING TOUCH SALON

Yvette Dwornik 5350 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 162, 85711 520-869-5593 • ALastingTouchSalon.com YDwornik@yahoo.com Artist Yvette Dwornik offers beautiful, natural looking permanent makeup. 20 years of experience. Eyebrow, eyeliner and full lip color procedures. Virtually painless, hand method technique to ensure your comfort. Physician recommended. Call to schedule a free consultation See ad, page 15.

NUTRACEUTICALS AND SUPPLEMENTS STANDARD PROCESS

Michael Smith Sr. Account Manager MSmith@StandardProcess.com Standard Process is a Wisconsinbased, family-owned company, that has been a leader in making whole food-based nutritional supplements since 1929 and is committed to changing lives by partnering with healthcare practitioners to support optimal health through nutrition. See ad, page 4.

PAIN MANAGEMENT WILD WELLNESS

437 W Thurber Rd, Ste #3, 85705 520-600-0211 Wild-Wellness.com Offering medical marijuana evaluations and certifications as well as soft tissue and osseous manipulation, acupuncture, shiatsu, craniosacral therapy, hydrotherapy, injection therapies and electromagnetic and thermal therapies. Mention Natural Awakenings for a free consultation and 20% off treatment. See ad, page 24.

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PROSPERITY GUIDANCE REPLEVYN

Danielle Dvorak 847-323-9188 Danielle@Replevyn.com • Replevyn.com Are you in harmony with your occupation? What stops you from having more wealth? Discover old belief systems, karmic decisions and conditioning that may be blocking you. By discovering unconsciously held blocks, Danielle is able to help bring you more abundance.

PULSED ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD THERAPY SIESTA NATURAL MEDICINE

Classical Naturopathic Clinic Dr. Raquel Martin 6145 E 5th St, 85711 520-829-2277 • SiestaNatural.com Much like a battery, the human body is electric. PEMF Therapy restores the healthy electrical balance within the body, thereby facilitating healing. PEMF can reduce pain and inflammation, improve range of motion, accelerate nerve regeneration and reduce muscle loss after surgery.

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DON ZAVIS

Dine in or take out from our large selection of homemade & organic vegan & vegetarian entrees prepared by expert chefs. We serve you from a protected glass shield as much as you desire. Experience a clean energized spiritual atmosphere. New lower prices. See ad, page 10.

Don Zavis is an accomplished executive with a successful history of taking private and public organizations to new levels of sales and profitability. Attend a complimentary session every Friday, 9-10:30am. 11177 North Oracle, Oro Valley, 85737 (in Encantada Auditorium) or on Zoom. See ad, page 26.

711 E Blackllidge Dr, 85719 520-250-0299 GovindasOfTucson.com

LOVIN’ SPOONFULS VEGAN RESTAURANT

2990 N Campbell Ave, Ste 120, 85719 520-325-7766 Info@LovinSpoonfuls.com LovinSpoonfuls.com Lovin’ Spoonfuls provides outstanding vegan comfort food in a relaxed atmosphere. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts. The 100% plant-based meals are enjoyed by vegans and non-vegans alike. Favorites include the house-made burgers and Fried Chicken Dinner.

RESTORATIVE HEALTHCARE SIESTA NATURAL MEDICINE

Classical Naturopathic Clinic Dr. Raquel Martin 6145 E 5th St, 85711 520-829-2277 • SiestaNatural.com What do you really want as a patient? To simply get well? If yes, then please visit the go-to health professionals for athletes and non-athletes alike. Patients seek us when all else fails as our therapies aid to mend their bodies and heal their minds.

RETIREMENT PLANNING LIFE SOLUTIONS ADVISORS OF AMERICA

PO Box 69820, Oro Valley, 85737 520-419-5846 Planning@LifeSolutionsAdvisors.net Providing Solutions for Your Retirement We here at Life Solutions Advisors and American Senior Benefits are a team of local advisors and experts specializing in the concerns of our young seniors heading into retirement. Areas of focus: Medical Expense Planning, Retirement Income Strategies, Legacy & Estate Preservation and Health Solutions. Complimentary consultation, call 520-419-5846.

520-903-4654 DonZavis@comcast.net

SKIN CARE PAMPERED SKIN STUDIO

Suzanne Pear, RN PhD LE COE 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 • PamperedSkinStudio.com Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) specializes in providing customized holistic skin care treatments for all skin types and concerns. Make an appointment today and start on your path to creating beautiful skin for life. See ad, page 6.

SOUND THERAPY WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE Dr. Lance Morris 2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 WFMedicine@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com

Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing ‘”nature cure” to heal mind, body and spirit. Developer of Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad, page 27.

SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING - TUCSON

Rev Janis Farmer Sunday Service: 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712 520-319-1042 TucsonCSL.org A spiritual alternative. We offer spiritual solutions to everyday challenges. Celebration Service 10:30am, Meditation 10am. We look forward to seeing you soon. See ad, page 24.

ECKANKAR

The Path of Spiritual Freedom 1-877-300-4949 EckankarArizona.org Facebook.com/ECKANKARArizona Eckankar.org • HearHU.org Eckankar is an active, individual, creative spiritual practice. A companion and road map for your Self-Discovery and God-Discovery journey. Discover the most secret part of yourself. The key to spiritual freedom lies within you. Explore life as a Soul Adventure.

KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER 5326 E Pima St, 85712 520-441-1617 MeditationInTucson.org

Learn meditation and other practical methods to cultivate mental peace in your daily life. KMC Arizona offers a path of wisdom and compassion to help anyone find a happy, meaningful life through explanation and practice of Kadampa Buddhism. Everyone welcome!

THE SUMMIT LIGHTHOUSE TEACHING CENTER PHOENIX Elizabeth Clare Prophet 4105 N 20 St, Ste 115, Phoenix SummitLighthousePhoenix.org Facebook.com/TSLofPhoenix 602-703-9570

“9 Cats 9 Lives" Influential People & Their Past Lives by Prophet. Book discussion Sept. 9 via ZOOM 7 pm - free registration link, details summitlighthousephoenix.org LOOK calendar for Sundays’ mystery school September 12 & 26, 10:30 am – 12. ZOOM.us 4946248600 passcode 787878 or via phone 253-215-8782.

STRESS MANAGEMENT STRESS/ANXIETY MANAGEMENT (S.A.M.) BY CLOUD NINE FLOTATION 520-668-4017 FloatTucson.com/SAM

Feel stressed? Anxious? Trouble sleeping? This unique hybrid course manages stress and anxiety utilizing mindfulness practices and floating. Over 45 years of experience went into designing this online course. Go to the website above to view the introductory video and learn more about SAM. See ad, page 19.

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SUGARING SUGAR ME LOVE & DR. ALEXANDRA PORTER

3640 E Fort Lowell Rd, 85716 520-230-1907 • SugarMeLoveTucson.com Sugar Me love Tucson is your natural hair removal and naturopathic care specialist. Sugaring removes unwanted hair, while revitalizing your skin using three simple ingredients, leaving you confidently smooth. Visit for all your skin care and naturopathic medicine needs. See ad, page 14.

WEIGHT LOSS JOYFUL LIFE HEALTH COACHING Brenda Reynolds 520-904-5494 JoyfulLifeHealthCoaching@gmail.com JoyfulLifeHealthCoaching.com

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TAXES VIVIANE THOMPSON

Thompson Accounting Company, PLLC 1643 N Alvernon, Ste 104 520-822-8208 • VivianeThompson.com VThompson@VivianeThompson.com CPA practice specializing in helping families via tax preparation, sensible financial and tax advice, and down-to-earth and empathetic financial guidance. We are four very experienced and compassionate professional women helping everyone navigate old IRS letters, avoid financial pitfalls, and achieve financial dreams like a secure retirement. See ad, page 25.

TECHNOLOGY RECYCLING GE COMPUTING AND INTERNET SERVICES

Don Gibbens Office: 520-332-1485 Cell: 520-784-1243 Don@GEComputerRepair.com GEComputerRepair.com Facebook: GE-Computing-and-Internet-Services Have computers in your closet, not being used? We can remake them to be useful again, or we can wipe them clean and recycle them. Let us give you our opinion for no charge to help you decide what to do. See ad, page 23.

TILE CLEANING PIMA CLEANPRO L.L.C.

Carpet Cleaning, Tile & Grout, Upholstery, Area Rugs Serving Pima County & Surrounding Areas 520-954-2119 • PimaCleanPro@gmail.com PimaCleanPro.com

TRANSFORMATIONAL MEDICINE DeeAnn Saber, NMD Zach Saber, LMP Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 East Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • TFMND.com

We are like-minded healing professionals who have created a collaborative, patient-focused environment to provide healthy experiences for those ready to reach optimal health and wellness. See ad, page 3.

YOGA THE YOGA CONNECTION 3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org

DIVINE JOURNEY YOGA

Trish Harris 520-490-4012 Trish@DivineJourneyYoga.com DivineJourneyYoga.com

Don’t steam your carpets, clean your carpets. Providing a low-moisture system that is: eco-friendly, unbeatable results, dries in about 1-2 hours, with no residue, longer carpet life for carpet, upholstery, area rugs, tile and grout. Reliable, on-time, answers the phone.

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Gentle yoga geared toward mature adults. Age with strength, grace and equanimity. 9am Zoom classes each weekday morning. 11am classes in-person at 2 locations. Please register at the website: DivineJourneyYoga.com or contact Owner/ Teacher Trish Harris at 520-4904012. First class free.

classifieds ANCIENT THERAPIES WELLNESS offers a range of services such as Naturopathic Doctor, energy medicine, open system colon hydrotherapy, bulk herbs, ionic foot baths, infrared sauna, lymphatic drainage, biofeedback and yoni steams. Specializing in detox of the mind, body and spirit. 520-5358404. AncientTherapiesWellness.com.

CATALINA TRANSPORTATION IS NOW HIRING CHAUFFEURS. P/T, flexible scheduling, must be 25+ years old, AZ D/L, ADOT Med Exam. Mornings, nights or just weekends, holidays necessary, paid training $15* hr. Please apply in person in black 2-piece suit: 180 W. Magee Rd. #116 or call 520-624-0377. For more info or send a resume via email: Drivers@CatalinaTucson.com.

CREATING CONSCIOUS CONNECTIONS. Pyscho-Spiritual Advisor, Katta Mapes has openings for new classes in Spiritual Development, Tarot, Numerology, Dowsing plus classes for psychic kids. Each four week class starts in mid September in Marana. Katta has years of experience and great love for teaching. For details and to register contact: Katta.Connect@gmail.com.

DO YOU SELF-SABOTAGE or repeat unhealthy patterns and compulsive behaviors? Dr. Suzanne Pear, RN PhD LE QEH, is a certified quantum energy practitioner working with Spirit to identify and clear negative Over-soul attachments, energies and entities collected over past lifetimes that may be the hidden sources of your emotional and physical troubles. $149/ session or sliding scale. 520-400-8109. PamperedSkinStudio.com.

FEMALE CAREGIVER. 1-2 days a week and/or on-call availability. 3 professional references. Fragrance free and open to holistic medicine. $12/Hr. Must have reliable transportation. N.E. Tucson area, Zip: 85749. Contact Alysha via call/text or e-mail: 520-331-8313 or Azcelene@gmail.com.

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Can Stress Affect Your Dental Health? People struggle with stress on a daily basis, not realizing it impacts more than just our emotional health. The more stress you have the more you will experience things like tight muscles, neck pain, and headaches. Numerous studies have been done linking stress to physical ailments and condition. Stress can also cause dental and jaw problems clenched jaw and bruxism, or teeth grinding. According to the Academy of Dentistry as many as one in three people have bruxism, although they may not even know it. Often jaw clenching and teeth grinding are unconscious movements, so people don’t realize that they are grinding their teeth or that their jaw is clenched tight for long period of time.

These symptoms only get worse at night while people sleep. Your body holds onto that stress if not released and one’s mind starts to race, before you know it you’re clenching and grinding your teeth. Serious dental issues could start forming doing this over time such as the appearance of flat, chipped and broken teeth. Cheek damage, headaches, jaw misalignment and pain, neck pain, tooth sensitivity and worn tooth enamel are some other signs of clenching and grinding. Inflammation is responsible for a large range of health problems, including inflammation of the gums which can cause pain and oral problems like gum disease and tooth decay. Inflammation can be localized or widespread throughout the body, but it can trigger problems anywhere in the body. That’s because your body releases a specific hormone, cortisol, to help mitigate stress. When your body goes into “fight” mode your endocrine system pumps out cortisol and floods your body with it. Cortisol’s job is to act as an anti-inflammatory. It’s supposed to help you stay calm and not freeze in the face of danger. Too much cortisol works the opposite way and makes people anxious and causes inflammation. Saliva plays a significant role in maintaining oral health. Saliva keeps our mouth from drying out and it washes away the food debris and particles that can lead to tooth decay and gum inflammation. There are many different factors that can cause the body to not produce enough saliva, including dry air, allergies, dust, mouth breathing, illness and medications. Most people don’t realize that posture has a direct impact on oral health. When you’re sitting hunched over with your neck pushed forward or not standing up straight you are putting an enormous amount of pressure on your jaw and causing misalignment of both your jaw and teeth. Doing either of those for hours a day every day can cause jaw and facial pain as well as throw off your bite. When our bite is not properly aligned we then put stress and wear on our teeth that can lead to bruxism as well as broken or shipped teeth. Adding yoga into your daily routine can help counter the impact of daily bad posture. Yoga poses and stretches can realign your head and neck as well as strengthen your back and your core so that you can sit up straight and keep your body in good alignment even when you are sitting all day. Yoga will also relieve tension in your muscles and soft tissue so that it’s easier for you to maintain good posture throughout the day.

Call E Dental Solutions at (520) 745-5496 to learn how to prevent, repair or correct any damage caused by stress, dry mouth and improper posture. We look forward to meeting you.

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Dr. Elahe Wissinger

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