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letterfrompublishersWelcome to the November “Prayer and Meditation/Holiday Themes” issue of

Natural Awakenings Central Ohio.

For all the outward displays religions make through vari-

ous rituals and rites, the highly personal journey of faith

and belief is ultimately an internal one, and it involves

struggle. After all, serious subjects require serious thought.

Mantras, prayer and meditation are all excellent tools to use

along the way. They provide intimate means to bridge the gap

between what is on the surface and what lies within. After

all, there is no GPS to the afterlife, nor is there a quantifiable

way to measure a soul.

We might labor over a lifetime to distill clarity and meaning from a myriad

of concepts that purport to provide answers to questions about the following

three key components of existence.

• Origin: How did we get here? Who, or what, initially created us?

• Direction: What is the purpose of human life? What should we do while we

are here?

• Resolution: What happens when we die? Or, more specifically, is there an

afterlife?

These questions are utterly prodigious and require tremendous mental

focus and persistent emotional fortitude to grapple with. In the end, no one can

force upon us what to believe. The potential answers are for us to arrive at, in

our own time and in our own way. They are ours to decide.

One of the wonderful aspects of the seeking process is that it does not have

to be done alone. Whether through communal practice, shared circumstances

or even just recognition of a similar life experience, we can draw strength to

persist in our path from conversations about, and convergences in, the various

arenas of belief.

No singular religion or person has a monopoly on the description of “a

higher power.” In the end, words always seem to fall short anyway. Emotions,

on the other hand, tend to speak volumes when it comes to forging understand-

ing and bridging connection.

I was raised to be a Catholic. The church provided me an initial framework

on which to place my worldview, and it offered an attempt at forging a con-

nection with a god. Over time, I outgrew that proposed mold and subsequently

yearned to break free and seek a more personal way toward meaning and

understanding.

My journey continues even now, and it is consistently through discussions

with others that I draw the greatest source of refinement in my own set of beliefs,

including nascent guesses to answers about the great mysteries of our being.


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18 COMMUNING WITH SPIRIT Prayer and Meditation Can Help Heal and Free Us by Richard Davenport

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newsbriefsAcupuncturist Offers New Weight Loss Program

Bexley Acupunture founder Kit Yoon has introduced a program

called Transform, a drug-free method designed to address the root cause of weight challenges in order to estab-lish a healthy relationship with food. Transform is modeled after TrimLife, a weight-release program

developed by the Wellness Institute and currently in use at the Cleveland Clinic Integrative Medicine Department. The program is four weeks long. Participants meet once a week in a small group setting, or privately with a clinician, and then receive continued support throughout the course and thereafter as needed. The group session will begin in January 2016, while individual sessions are offered throughout the year. Yoon’s facility is one of the few places in Central Ohio to offer the program. “This unique program combines mindfulness, relaxation, hypnosis and acupressure to help get to the root cause of emotional eating and overeat-ing, two of the main causes that prevent individuals from reaching an ideal healthy weight,” says Yoon. The goal is to “extinguish food cravings” and “conquer stress eating.” Yoon is a licensed acupuncturist and certified health coach with 13 years experience, specializing in pain, stress and weight management. She received her training and certification in hypnotherapy from the Wellness Institute.

Location: 2700 E. Main St., Bexley. For more information, call 614-558-2130 or visit BexleyAcupuncture.com.

Fashion Boutique Adds Signature Jewelry Line

Audacious Boutique is now a retailer for trending accessory line UNO

de 50. Each piece is handcrafted in Spain and costs between $69 and $295. Audacious Boutique features the largest UNO de 50 collection in Ohio, featuring silver-plated necklaces, brace-lets and rings. The UNO de 50 brand began in the late 1990s with the idea to produce only 50 units of each signature piece.

As the company grew, not every product in the overall line of UNO de 50 retained that distinction, but each collection continues to offer a 50-piece limited edition design in order to carry on the tradition and remain true to the namesake. UNO de 50 is sold globally in over 40 countries.

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Yoga and Fitness Facility Launches Teacher Training

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PAI Yoga and Fitness will debut its yoga instructor certification

program, entitled “Journey,” on February 26, 2016. The program consists of a 200-hour course taught by local and international faculty and experts, including PAI founder Chan Hemintranont

and fellow Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) instructors with a 500-hour level of teaching experience, including Jamie Elmer, Marni Task and Scott Lyons, as well as Kara Lough (E-RYT200), a regular PAI teacher. RYT200 and RYT500 designations were developed by Yoga Alliance, a national organization formed in 1999 to foster support and development of yoga education through a registry and accreditation system.

For more information, visit PAIYogaFitness.com/yoga-teacher-training.

Columbus Studio Provides Chair Yoga Class

Yoga-Well-Being, a movement arts studio, has a new chair

yoga class. Chair yoga swaps out the traditional yoga mat for a chair, but class time is not limited to sitting down. Movements include standing yoga poses and balanc-ing, as well as use of the wall for certain segments. “We involve the chair in unex-

pected ways to help lengthen and provide strength to the body,” says Sipra Pimputkar, the class instructor and owner of Yoga-Well-Being. “Many stretches are extended deeper with the help of the chair, allowing the body to release the tensions and tightness that might make yoga on the mat difficult for some.” Participants are guided through an hour-long series of stretches, all while focusing on breathing techniques and meditation. Pimputkar originally designed the session for students at a retirement village who often find difficulty getting on and off a yoga mat. “Now it is a full-fledged adult yoga class and a suitable stretch for all levels of prac-tice,” she says. Pimputkar especially recommends the class for young mothers, those looking to rebuild flexibility after knee or joint replacement, anyone who spends long hours on their feet, or people who have to lift and carry things all day.The class takes place on Tuesdays at 11:15am.

Location: 1890 Northwest Blvd. For more information, call 614-432-7553 or visit YWBYoga.com.


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T.Y. Fine Furniture, a handcrafted, artisanal furniture manufacturer and

retailer in Columbus, now offers a high-end massage chair from industry-lead-ing Japanese manufacturer Inada. The chair, called DreamWave, is the result of years of research, design and testing.

“Inada was the first innovator in this category and continues to be miles ahead of its competitors when it comes to quality and technology,” says Tarik Yousef, owner of T.Y. Fine Furniture and a former Honda en-gineer. “Each session begins with a comprehensive scan to gauge precise body measurements, to ensure it ad-dresses the correct pressure points.” According to the company web-site for Inada, the DreamWave was developed to “enhance natural heal-ing and wellness through the healing power of shiatsu massage.” The chair has 16 pre-programmed massage sessions, covers 1,200 square inches in its full-body application, and has a comprehensive warranty, all of which Inada says are more than any current chair in the marketplace.

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Boline Apothecary is a one-stop-shop for all things herb-al. The wide range of product offerings includes herbal remedies, essential oils, flower essences and body care

products. The store also stocks bulk herbs and spices, locally made soaps and all-natural pet care products. Owner Lily Shahar Kunning knows first-hand about the benefits of herbalism. “Herbalism helped me when nothing else could,” she says. When she was 32 years old and living in California, Kunning went into early perimenopause. Her doctor did not have any explanation for her symptoms and was not willing to do anything to help, so Kunning reached out to one of her favorite herbal apothecaries in San Francisco. The staff there advised her to try a hormonal manipulator called Vitex. Within three months, her symptoms were gone. Later, she consulted an acupuncturist to relieve her pain from carpal tunnel, tendinitis and frozen fascia in

her back. Working closely with holistic practitioners, she was treated with a combination of acupuncture, Chinese herbs and Chinese medicine. She never had surgery, and has been symptom-free ever since. “I went from being in chronic, daily pain to being highly functional, and nobody really knowing I had anything wrong with me,” she says. Driven by her personal experience and desire to help others, Kunning attended the Olohne Center for Herbal Studies in Berkeley, California. She moved to Columbus in 2011 and began selling her remedies at local farmers’ markets. Her products grew in popularity and before she knew it, she was participating in two markets per week and several small retailers carried her products. She was also educating the community by teaching classes and sampling at the City Folk’s Farm Shop, the local library and Bexley Natural Market. As her network of connections and her own line of herbs and body care products expanded, her many farm-ers’ market friends encouraged her to open her own store. On April 1, 2014, she opened Boline Apothecary in the Beechwold neighborhood of Columbus, next door to City Folk’s Farm Shop. “We’re the only store like us in the para-Columbus area,” Kunning says. Business was good and before the first year ended, she had an opportunity to relocate her store to a site that offered added exposure and more retail display space. She moved to the shop’s current location this past February 1. “It was a really good move for us because there’s way more foot traffic here, it’s in the heart of where the farmers’ mar-ket happens most of the year – April through November – so a lot of people find out about us that just didn’t know we existed up there in Clintonville,” Kunning says. The increase in customers warranted an expansion of Boline Apothecary’s business hours to be open seven days a week. Kunning also started a Tonic Club, where members choose between many different tonics each day, including a seasonal tonic. This season’s tonic is fire cider, an im-mune boosting formula that increases circulation. Everything sold at Boline Apothecary must meet Kun-ning’s “in-store ethos,” meaning it must be “organic, ethical, pronounceable, and effective.” Her store carries many lo-cally made products that are prepared in smaller quantities, which lessens the toxic load. Kunning explained that local artisans have ultimate control in the small-batch process.

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Laurie Zinn is a Columbus-based freelance writer and the owner of Line-By-Line, a digital content man-agement service for websites, blogs, email marketing and social media. Connect at [email protected].


healthbriefs Spirituality is Beneficial for Cancer Patients

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new review of research pub-lished in the journal Can-cer, a strong religious or spiritual belief system may improve a cancer pa-

tient’s prognosis physically, emotion-ally and mentally. Researchers from Florida’s H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute and North Carolina’s Wake Forest School of Medicine reviewed clinical studies that included more than 44,000 cancer patients. The first review focused on physical symptoms and found that patients with stronger religious and spiritual beliefs reported fewer cancer symptoms and better physical health. They also showed enhanced capabilities in managing their daily lives. “These relationships were particularly strong in patients that experienced greater emotional aspects of religion and spirituality, including a sense of meaning and purpose in life, as well as a connection to a source larger than oneself,” states Heather Jim, lead author of the first review. The second review focused on mental health and found reductions in anxiety, depression and distress among those with greater spirituality. Lead author Dr. John Salsman com-ments, “Also, greater levels of spiritual distress and a sense of disconnected-ness from God or a religious com-munity were associated with greater psychological distress or poorer emotional well-being.” In the third review, the research-ers found that patients with a stronger spiritual well-being reported better social health, as well.

Asbestos Found in Crayons and Children’s ToysResearch from the Environmental Working

Group’s Action Fund has determined that some popular children’s toys contain a chemi-cal that previous research has linked to lung disease and lung cancers. The researchers tested 28 boxes of crayons and 21 crime-themed toys at the Scientific Analytical Institute in Greensboro, North Carolina. They found that four of the crayon brands and two of the crime-scene toys contained asbestos. All of the asbestos-containing toys were manufactured in China. The products included the Disney Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Nickelodeon Teen-age Mutant Ninja Turtle brands of crayons, the EduScience Deluxe Forensics Lab Kit and the Inside Intelligence Secret Spy Kit. The latter two brands con-tained asbestos within the fingerprint powders. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, asbestos from all sources is responsible for up to 15,000 U.S. deaths each year.


Digital ‘Blue Light’ Reading Disrupts Sleep RhythmsRecent findings from Brigham and Wom-

en’s Hospital, in Boston, has determined that reading from a light-emitting tablet or computer before bedtime will disturb sleep and may change the circadian rhythms that govern the body’s clock. The research, published in the Proceed-ings of the National Academy of Sciences, tested 12 people for two weeks. On five nights during one week, the subjects read ebooks on an iPad for four hours before bedtime. Another week, they read from printed books for the same duration. During the five days of iPad reading, the participants fell asleep later and spent less time in rapid eye movement (REM)-stage sleep. The light-emitting tab-let altered the circadian rhythm, changing the body’s natural sleeping pattern. The researchers also tested other blue-light emitting devices, including laptops, tablets, other eReaders, cell phones and LED monitors. “We found the body’s natural circadian rhythms were interrupted by the short-wavelength enriched light, otherwise known as blue light, from these electronic devices,” says neuroscientist Anne-Marie Chang, Ph.D., one of the study authors. Dr. Charles Czeisler, Ph.D., a leading sleep researcher, remarks, “In the past 50 years, there has been a decline in average sleep duration and quality. Since more people are choosing electronic devices for reading, communication and entertainment, particularly children and adolescents who already experi-ence significant sleep loss, epidemiological research evaluating the long-term consequences of these devices on health and safety is urgently needed.”

Potatoes Don’t Pack on PoundsResearch from scientists at the

University of California, Davis has mashed the notion that potatoes cause weight gain. The researchers tested 90 overweight people divided into three groups, with all of them eating five to seven servings of potatoes each week over a three-month period. Two groups reduced their calorie intake by 500 calories per day, with one group eating low-glycemic index (GI) foods and the other group eating high-GI foods. The third group had no calorie restrictions. Despite the increased potato consumption during the study period, all three groups showed slight weight loss and reduced body mass index. The research-ers concluded, “Potato intake did not cause weight gain.”


Meditation Linked to Telomere Integrity in Cancer Patients

Maintaining telomere length has been directly linked to

longer lifespan in a number of studies. A telomere is the structure at the end of a chromosome that protects it from deteriorating or fusing with other chromosomes. Its length is being used to measure the potential success of integra-tive therapy for recovering cancer

patients; now University of Calgary research has found that mindfulness meditation helps. The researchers tested 88 breast cancer survivors with a previous diagnosis of stage-one to stage-three breast can-cer. The patients’ telomere lengths were tested after either group-support therapy or mindfulness meditation training that included gentle hatha yoga exercises. Results showed that while the control group’s telomere lengths decreased over time, both the mindfulness group and the support therapy group were on average able to maintain their telo-mere length throughout the testing period.

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Shipping NewsMaking Package Delivery Easy on the PlanetLast-minute online shopping can be costly in both dollars and pollution. Choos-ing next-day delivery puts purchased products on a plane that burns far more carbon-producing fossil fuel than ground transportation. But there’s a better way, and how we package gifts for shipping counts. Order and ship early. Building in more lead time affords less costly shipping options. Eco-wise, if the shipper has some freedom in sched-uling deliveries, it can choose to hold up a de-livery truck until it’s full, rather than sending one out half-empty. Also, if a package doesn’t have to reach its destination by a particular day or time, the company can choose the most efficient local delivery routing. A recent University of Washington study found that a community using grocery delivery services slashed carbon emissions when com-pared to individuals driving to the supermarket. Plus, they achieved their biggest gains—80 to 90 percent lower emissions—when they could plan deliveries around customer locations, rather than precise delivery windows, thus minimizing driv-ing distance and time on the road. Seek out available boxes. Many grocery and beverage stores don’t immediately break down incoming cardboard shipping boxes. Ask a store attendant if they have any available. Reusing saved paper bags from checkout (for those that don’t bring reusable bags) can serve to cushion gift-wrapped boxes. GreenAmerica.org suggests repurposing gently-used wrapping paper or old fabrics, newspapers, magazines or calendars for a creative look. Return any foam peanuts in re-ceived packages to a pack-n-ship shop for reuse. Know the options. While U.S. Postal Service (usps.com) Priority Mail offers flat rates to any state regardless of weight (up to 70 pounds), package tracking and other year-round features, the cost of using other carriers varies by destina-tion zip code, package size and weight. Verify price and timing options, making sure packages arrive in good time to be under the Christmas tree before December 25.

ecotipLocal Stores Share Tips on How to Ship Green This Holiday Seasonby Marge Veeder

With piles of plastic packaging and big gas bills, it seems like the shipping business and thoughtful use of resources do not have a lot in common. A check with shipping stores in the Central Ohio area, however, reveals that many retailers are interested in helping their customers save time, money and unnecessary strain on the envi-ronment as they send their holiday gifts. QUALITY BOX AND PACKPacking and shipping for goods of all kinds.

Brandon Reichard is the manager of Quality Box and Pack, an independent shipping store in Columbus. Reichard says that the key to eco-wise shipping is to “reduce, reuse, and recycle” packing materials. “A lot of materials like bubble wrap and packing peanuts can be reused,” he adds. “My customers bring in items they have at home and I use them for their packages and others.” Individuals who are interested in offsetting the environmental impact of shipping may also choose “carbon offset” shipping op-tions. Carbon-neutral shipping is available for both ground and air-shipped items through several of Quality Box and Pack’s suppliers for a small additional charge, Reichard says. He states that he has done “quite a bit of research into natural shipping alternatives” and says that the future of the industry lies with eliminating plastic products. He notes biodegradable packing peanuts made from corn are already available. “I would love if an alternative to bubble wrap came out.”

Location: 1454 Bethel Rd. 614-442-0040.

NAVIS PACK AND SHIPSpecialties include large, awkward and valuable items.

Navis Pack and Ship, in Columbus, strives to minimize both environ-mental and financial costs by recycling. “A lot of the crates we build are from recycled wood,” remarks Manager Josh Yigitbasi. “It helps lower the waste output and helps us keep costs down,” he adds.

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Craters and Freighters plants a tree for every crate the business builds, explains Jessica Kennedy. Kennedy is the store manager of Craters and Freighters in Columbus, one of more than 70 stores in a national chain. Craters and Freighters also partners with the “Trees for Us Foundation” to promote sustainable forestry practices. Another initiative in place to save on fuel and emissions is a cooperative effort with customers, Kennedy explained. “If a cus-tomer has less than a truckload of items to send, and flexibility in their timelines, we work with them to hold items until we have a half a truckload or a full truckload to send to the same destination,” she points out.

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Hear Ye!Dutch Court Upholds Climate Action as a Human Right

Perhaps establishing a new global prec-edent for a state’s obligation to its citi-zens in the face of a growing climate crisis, a Dutch court has ruled that the government has a legal duty to reduce

carbon emissions by 25 percent by 2020. The decision came in response to a 2013 lawsuit launched by the Amsterdam-based environmental nonprofit Urgenda Foundation and 600 Dutch citizens that argued the government was violating internation-al human rights law by failing to take sufficient measures to combat rising greenhouse gas emissions. A statement from the court reads, “The state must do more to avert the imminent danger caused by climate change, also in view of its duty to provide care to protect and improve the living environment.” In the United States, the youth-led movement Our Children’s Trust (Our-ChildrensTrust.org) is suing state gov-ernments and what they dub “the ruling generation” as accountable for climate inaction. As 350.org co-founder and Communications Director Jamie Henn noted after the ruling, “If the Nether-lands sets a precedent, it’s a whole new ball game.” Other countries are weigh-ing the situation, as well.

Source: BBC

Interactive GovernmentWhite House Responds to Online PetitionsPresident Obama has made it a priority to open a direct channel for people to be heard via online petitions. Jason Goldman, chief digital officer at the White House, says that his staff has responded to dozens of requests to take action on a variety of issues in recent months. “We want to make

sure those responses aren’t the final page, but rather the start of an ongoing conversation,” he says. Change.org has chosen to integrate with the We the People platform, meaning the future signatures of its 100 million users will count toward the threshold of 100,000 for getting an official response from the administration. “The process of hearing from us about your petition is going to look a little different,” says Goldman. “We’ve assembled a team of people responsible for taking your questions and requests and bringing them to the right people, whether within the White House or in an agency within the administration that may be in a position to say something about your request.”

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Post-It Progress3M Requires Paper Sources to Meet Sustainable StandardsA new sustainability policy by the 3M Corporation, maker of Post-it notes, has drawn support for its goal of making a minimal impact on forests, wildlife and human rights. 3M paper-based products and packaging require pulp and paper from sources around the world. Working in collaboration with ForestEthics and Greenpeace, the company launched a comprehensive review of all of its pulp and paper procurement expectations to ensure the materials are produced from sustainably logged timber. 3M will now hold paper and pulp suppliers accountable to one of the highest standards in the industry for environmental protection and respect of human rights, including tracing origins and obtaining consent of indigenous peoples and local communities before logging operations occur. The company intends to publish semiannual updates of its progress online.

Source: ForestEthics.org

Greener GlobeWorld Powers Vow Cuts in Emissions

This year’s G7 Summit of the U.S., UK, Canada, France, Ger-many, Italy and Japan, plus the European Union, has agreed in principle that the global economy must be completely fos-sil fuel-free by the end of this century to curb destructive cli-mate change. To that end, the nations agreed to work toward cutting emissions between 40 and 70 percent by 2050.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel also announced that the G7 countries would raise $100 billion from public and

private sources by 2020 to help poorer nations adapt. Environmental groups such as Greenpeace praised the action. In a statement, the Sierra Club called it “the first time that the leaders of the world have made clear with one voice that we must get off fossil fuels completely.” Two hundred countries are expected to commit in writing to specific plans for greening their economies at the United Nations Climate Change Conference this month in Paris.

Source: TheHill.com

Uncommon DevotionReligion in America Shows ResilienceOn any given Sabbath, four of 10 Americans travel to a place of worship, a number that hasn’t fluctuated dramat-ically in the past half-century. Gallup polls report that more than 81 percent say they identify with a specific religion or denomination; 78 percent say it’s an important part of their lives; and 57 percent believe that religion is able to solve today’s problems. While recent attendance may be off, Americans are no less likely to attend services today than they were in the 1940s and early ’50s, just prior to the ultra-religious following decade. The reason, says Gallup’s Frank Newport, is that U.S. religious worship is cyclical. Today’s practicing religious com-munities “tend to consist of the seri-ously committed, not just those swept along by obligation,” reports Christian Smith, director of the Center for the Study of Religion and Society at the University of Notre Dame and co-principal investigator of the National Study of Youth and Religion. Those that worship regularly are more likely to be older, female and Southern; they also are better educat-ed and stronger financially than those that don’t, according to Newport. At the same time, Mitchell Marcus, a University of Pennsylvania professor, characterizes his Ph.D. students as religiously curious, often devout and eager to talk about their beliefs.

Source: The Christian Science Monitor


While society abounds with scientific research, products and practices that promise

to enhance our mind or body and the mind-body connection, without Spirit in the mix, neither rises to its full potential. A heart open to a higher power exponentially multiplies the effects of this crucial connection. “Just as a candle spreads light in a darkened room, people who are living in-Spirit give off a higher energy that can bring light to our hearts and minds. In other words, we can be in-spired just by being in their presence,” according to renowned bestselling author Wayne Dyer, Ph.D. Experiential, non-verbal and life-changing encounters with the un-bounded power and presence of Spirit in prayer and meditation are difficult to analyze in the same way as mind-

Communing With SpiritPrayer and Meditation Can

Help Heal and Free Usby Richard Davenport

By its intimate connection with divine love, Spirit infuses human experi-ence with qualities of amazing grace—unexpected clarity, vision, wisdom, peace, compassion, emotional release, inspirational epiphanies, deep understanding and comprehensive healing of mind, body and soul.

body science. However, Dyer points to the works and outcomes of Spirit as visible evidence of how it lifts us up. We see individuals with raptur-ous hearts sending out signals that they love the world and everyone in it. Those that live in Spirit tend to see the world as a friendly place, are at peace with themselves, appear to be open and accepting rather than judgmen-tal and harsh, and often report being healed of all sorts of diseases, relation-ship challenges, career fluctuations and questions of purpose and direction. They attest to how Spirit shines a trium-phant light in the midst of dark nights of the soul, redefining the essence of life itself and declaring us worthy in our innermost reaches. Personal HealingWhen a 19-year-old woman entered

basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, in San Antonio, Texas, and was undergoing initial medical and psychological screening, she was identified as having body and mind issues that would require her to be separated from the service. These problems included organ failures and spinal misalignment, as well as severe consequences of an emo-tionally abusive upbringing. It was determined that she could not handle the physical and mental demands of military life. Because the policy was to not treat such problems if identified upon entering the service, authorities allowed her to remain in training until her separation from the Air Force could be processed. The woman was impressed and also distressed by the finality of the verdict and assessment tools used by mind and body experts among the medical staff. In talking with a chaplain on the base, she came to understand that she could choose to appeal her case to another juris-diction, a “higher” court of Spirit. Focusing on the voice of divine love, she grew to see Spirit as more than a higher power. She saw Spirit as a higher authority. She surrendered to divine love’s authority as ultimate law, supremely qualified to reorder her whole being. She trusted that aligning with spiritual power could change her view of her identity and the seemingly inescapable consequences of genetics, environment and human history deny-ing her desire to serve her country in this way. Listening to a higher witness testifying on her behalf and identify-ing her authentic being as the mag-nificent expression of the magnificent Creator, she felt encouraged to the point that her mind and body stopped arresting her progress and became more effective servants, responding with greater freedom and joy. One limitation after another fell away, and the military and medical authorities seemed pleased with her progress as she neared completion of training. Finally, performing a mile-and-a-half run within a required time remained the only obstacle to graduation, and she was still 45 seconds too slow. This helpful passage from the


Hebrew prophet Isaiah became central to her prayer and meditation as she approached her last running attempt:

Young people will get tired; strapping young men will stumble and fall.But those who trust in the Eternal One will regain their strength. They will soar on wings as eagles.They will run—never winded, never weary. They will walk—never tired, never faint.

~Isaiah 40: 30-31 (The Voice)

She passed her final attempt with 18 seconds to spare, running on eagles’ wings. So, how can we all discern such a divine witness to our original au-thentic being amidst loud testimony of all the voices and labels shout-ing in our head and body, including those imposed by others?

Prayer and Meditation There are two approaches to listen-ing to the voice within, whether we name it God, higher power, Spirit,

grace, Eternal One, or divine love or Love. Complementary, rather than mutually exclusive, both approaches require a capacity, gained through patient practice, of quieting the inner and outer chatter and learning to hear that which calls us to be more than what human experience suggests is possible. It’s who we are in the eyes of grace. Sanford C. Wilder, of Grafton, Illi-nois, author of Listening to Grace, of-fers personal growth and development programs through EducareUnlearning.com that encourage prayer and medi-tation that emphasize listening. He practices both approaches and makes distinctions between them.

“When I pray, I am directing my thoughts toward God, listen-ing and often affirming what I know to be divinely true. I am yearning to surrender my will and affections in conscious connection with the divine such that I or another receives a blessing,” shares Wilder. In such prayerful listening, he hopes to gain something, often a new insight and corresponding manifestation. “When I meditate, my inten-tion is to sacrifice every thought, concept, image and feeling to God, the only consciousness. I trust that listening and observing with nonat-tachment helps me release conscious and unconscious conditioned thought patterns permeated by a human sense of self.” Through meditative listening, he hopes to release everything rather than receive anything, accepting that everyone is equipped and able to be open to, witness and experience non-stop blessings. Helen Mathis has been an educa-tor in the Philippines and Swaziland as well as the U.S., including an instructor of religion at Principia Col-lege, near St. Louis; she is now part of a Centering Prayer Circle in Stockton,


California. She explains that centering prayer may be seen as a hybrid that embraces both prayer and meditation, nourishing what’s beneath the preoc-cupied self to awaken a deeper and vastly more authentic self. Mathis appreciates what Cynthia Bourgeault explores in her book Cen-tering Prayer and Inner Awakening, that, “This confusion between small self and the larger Self… [the] ‘True Self,’ ‘Essential Self’ or ‘Real I’—is the core illusion of the human condition, and penetrating this illusion is what awakening is all about.” Like Bourgeault, Mathis believes that it’s not about the absence of thoughts so much as detaching from our thoughts, trusting that we can let go and be safe, consent to surrender human will and forgo personal agen-das. Only then can spiritual sense come into play. “The goal is to awaken to, open to and get in touch with our inner-most being and Spirit,” Mathis affirms. “Clearly, centering prayer assumes we each have a spiritual awareness of the divine within us that acts, as Bourgeault puts it, as ‘a kind of inte-rior compass whose magnetic north is always fixed on God.’”

Core ShiftWe often approach a Spirit dimension with the attitude of “what it can do for me.” The higher practice that mystics and other deep thinkers of various faith

traditions ultimately arrive at instead centers on transforming our whole self to align with Spirit’s purpose for us, which changes everything. Reverend Dr. Michael Beckwith, founder of the New Thought Agape Spiritual Center, in Los Angeles, and a spiritual mentor to Oprah Winfrey, be-lieves, “The relationship we have with the infinite is more about how we are to serve it than it is to serve us.” Beckwith describes three prima-ry stages of realizing the power and purpose of divine Spirit expressed as our spirit. The first is that of a victim (feeling powerless, unable to effect change). The second is when an individual learns the existence of universal law that responds to our thinking, emotions and attitude; we learn how to use it to stabilize life structures and demonstrate health and well-being. “Ultimately, in stage three, we become a vehicle of life in service to

life. Instead of using the law, the law uses us. Life fulfills its own nature through us,” he says. “All of life is conspiring for our freedom, libera-tion, wholeness and health.” He urges us not to stop and stag-nate at stage two, using divine laws only to manifest personal convenienc-es, stuff and even people for our use; this can hijack views of abundance into materialism and consumerism. He quips, “We are not here to go shopping.”

Dwelling in SpiritGrace and Spirit work in us, through us and between us, yet we can’t sim-ply summon them up or outline their outcomes. To feel Spirit’s presence, we must surrender our own sense of how it will work, its timeline and the impact on our ego or status quo. As with anything worthwhile, conscien-tious practice is essential. Life, defined by Spirit, gives fresh strength and impetus to mind and body. All three are vital elements of the dance of life.

Richard Davenport is a spiritual life educator (HigherGroundForLife.com) and the founding executive director of an inclusive nationwide Bible and spiri-tual life community (BibleAndSpiritual-Life.org). Now based in St. Louis, MO, he is a retired Air Force chaplain, hav-ing served at Lackland and other U.S. Air Force bases on three continents.

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We live in such a busy world, and in the midst of city life, how do we find peace? It is

becoming extremely difficult to hear our own voices in such a loud world. We constantly reach outside ourselves for answers or even just for the next step in our own personal journey. In many ways, this serves a purpose, since we are gathering necessary information to lay a solid foundation for our life. This is not the only remedy for our growth, however. We must uncover what is inside. We must find practices that help guide us, like a boomerang, back to ourselves again. The powers of prayer and medi-tation are immeasurable. These are practices that we can take with us wherever we are on our paths. Re-gardless of our religious and spiritual

background, prayer and meditation are universal practices that help to take the pressure off the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Through the power of our words, we create how we see the world around us. Prayer allows us the space to say aloud to the universe (or “God”) what we need and our hearts’ true desires. It is a spoken vision board that helps us to process and find new perspectives. A common question we wonder about is “What to say?” The answer is to say whatever it is we want to say. Have patience, as there is no right or wrong way to pray. In time, it will come naturally. Throughout the world we see the empowering and healing benefits of meditation. Too often, our daily lives are packed full, leaving no room for

personal growth and development. We regularly all think, “If only there was more time.” While an extra day of the week would be magical, it is not our most likely solution. Instead, we must find new ways to slow ourselves down. This becomes a chore with all of the technology surrounding us ev-ery day. It is critical that we carve time out of the day to rebalance our bod-ies, and most importantly, our minds. Meditation helps us tap into our intuitive systems, connecting us to our overall emotional well-being. Medi-tation gives us the realization that at any given point in our life journey, we can feel empowered by simply being still. Getting the mind to “shut off” is a common frustration experienced by those who are new to the process. Meditation is a workout for the brain. It aids us to get rid of those extraneous thoughts that clutter our minds and expend our mental capacity. Like a workout, and like prayer, it is best to start small. Begin with ten minutes in the morning and ten minutes before bedtime. Meditation opportunities are popping up all over our Central Ohio community. We see yoga studios, schools, nonprofit organizations, and many others incorporate this practice into their systems. The Columbus Museum of Art (CMA), in conjunc-tion with replenish brands, now offers donation-based meditation and yoga in its art galleries. By using a dona-tion system, the whole community has access. It also allows us to practice trust in humanity through the sacred exchange of giving and receiving, and it reflects the spirit of our times. So in the midst of city life, how do we find peace? Always look within.

Deja Redman is the CEO of replenish brands, a family company focused on creating healthy lifestyle practices. For more information, visit Replenish-With.us. See ad, page 33. For more information about donation yoga and meditation at CMA, visit ColumbusMuseum.org.

An Inward JourneyFinding Personal Peace Through

Prayer, Meditation and Artby Deja Redman


A whiff of sweetness can com-municate a personal signature of tranquility, alertness or

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Commercial Chemicals“When you see ‘fragrance’ on a personal care product label, read it as ‘hidden chemicals,’” warns the Wash-ington, D.C.-based nonprofit watchdog Environmental Working Group (EWG). “A major loophole in the [U.S.] Food and Drug Administration’s federal

HEAVENLY SCENTSHow to Make Natural Oil Fragrances

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law lets manufacturers of products like shampoo, lotion and body wash include nearly any ingredient under the term fragrance without actually listing the chemical.” Companies that manu-facture personal care products are required by law to list the ingredients they use, but fragrances and trade-secret formulas are exempt. What’s known as a dirty little secret in the fragrance industry is the unlabeled presence of toxic chemi-cals not only in perfumes, but in any personal care product that includes a scent. Lab tests commissioned by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and ana-

The 1-2-3s of Blending OilsBase Notes Middle Notes Top Notessandalwood lavender orangejasmine bergamot lemonmyrrh geranium grapefruitvetiver rosemary eucalyptuspatchouli tea tree lime cedarwood clary sage peppermint

A general ratio of 50 percent base note oils to 30 percent middle notes and 20 percent top notes is recommended.

Source: courtesy of AuraCacia.com


lyzed by the EWG confirm the pres-ence of parabens that interfere with hormone production, cancer-causing phthalates, and synthetic musks that have been linked to hormone disrup-tion, among many other ills.

Naturally Safe Scents“Opting for natural scents from or-ganic essential oils not only offers a toxin-free alternative, the oils’ aro-matherapy benefits have time-proven therapeutic value,” suggests Dorene Petersen, president and founder of the American College of Healthcare Sci-ences, in Portland, Oregon. Recent research from the Pontifi-cia Universidade Catolica, in Brazil, confirms that lavender oil has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and pain-relieving properties similar to those of a mild-dose narcotic. Plus, it smells heavenly, says botanical perfumer Roxana Villa, of Woodland Hills, a California-based spokesperson for the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy. “Considering the part of the plant used will give you an idea of its thera-peutic value,” says Villa. “A root base will be good for grounding. Since bark is like skin, oils such as birch will benefit skin and muscles. Oils from flowers are excellent for anything related to the head and mind.” Oregano and cinnamon oils have powerful antifungal properties, even against Candida-type fungi resis-tant to prescription drugs, according to Brazilian research from Universi-dade Federal. A groundbreaking study from the Slovak University of Technol-ogy, in Slovakia, even suggests that rosemary oil can kill cancer cells. These are all scents that can be the foundations of do-it-yourself perfumes.

Customized Blends“It’s fun to experiment with organic essential oils and create that unique blend that becomes a personal signa-ture,” says Charlynn Avery, an aroma-therapist with Aura Cacia, in Norway, Iowa. She explains that essential oils have three basic “notes” and blending them correctly will result in a fragrance suited to last throughout the day. “The base note is heavier and lasts the longest. Patchouli, vetiver,

sandalwood, cedarwood and jasmine hang around longer in the atmosphere and on the wearer,” she explains. Blending the base with a slightly lighter middle note like lavender, rosemary or clary sage and a light and short-lasting top note like orange, lime or peppermint will create a complex and pleasing blend. “That’s the beauty of the art of it,” says Avery. “You can create synergistic blends that harmonize and comple-ment the attributes of each to such an extent that you may not be able to detect the scents of the individual oils.” There are no hard and fast rules, but our experts offer a few guidelines for creating our own unique blends that will be well-received as holiday gifts. Use a base of oil like jojoba or sweet almond to create a perfumed oil. Note that oils undiluted by a car-rier can burn the skin. For oil-based blends, use a ratio of 50 drops of bottom note oil, 30 drops of a middle note and 20 drops of a top note in two ounces of carrier oil. Another option is to use an alco-hol base of either isopropyl rubbing alcohol or 85-proof vodka to make a spray perfume; the alcohol will evapo-rate quickly. Alcohol-based blends generally last longer, especially with fragile citrus oils. A usual ratio is 10 to 20 drops of essential oil per ounce of alcohol-based carrier. Oil-based blends are ready to use almost immediately. Alcohol-based blends should age a week or two at least and will become more strongly scented in time. Store fragrances in bottles in a dark, cool place. Bottles with tiny roll-on caps are commercially available. “It’s very much trial and error to arrive at a preferred scent, so be creative and keep careful notes of experiments and improve on them as you gain experience,” counsels Avery. “If you crinkle your nose at patchouli, you probably won’t like an oil blend with it, either. Choose scents you like.”

Kathleen Barnes is author of numer-ous natural health books including Food Is Medicine. Connect at Kath-leenBarnes.com.

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Western cultures value “manly” Earth scents like sandalwood and cedar-wood, while in other cultures, flow-ery scents are acceptable for men. An appealing woodsy blend for an American male blends cedarwood, clary sage and lime.


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Sharon Salzberg on Being MindfulSimple Ways to Enjoy

the Momentby April Thompson

New York City-born Sharon Salzberg

experienced a child-hood full of loss and upheaval, losing her parents and liv-ing in five different household configu-rations. In college, she discovered the power of meditation to transform suffer-ing and cope with life’s never-ending changes. Born into a Jewish family, Salzberg first encountered Buddhism in 1969 in an Asian philosophy class, inspir-ing her to undertake an independent study program in India, where she was initiated into the practice via an intense 10-day retreat. “It was very dif-ficult and painful. I sometimes doubted that I’d succeed, yet I never doubted that there was truth there,” she says. Upon her return home, Salzberg dedicated herself to the path of vipas-sana- (insight) meditation, becoming a renowned teacher and co-founding the Insight Meditation Society, in Barre, Massachusetts. Today she teaches and speaks to diverse audiences worldwide about the power of mindfulness. Salz-berg has authored nine books, includ-ing the New York Times bestseller Real Happiness, Real Happiness at Work and Lovingkindness.

How do you define mindfulness?Mindfulness is the quality of aware-ness. When we are mindful, our perception of the present moment isn’t

so distorted by bias, adding our own sto-ryline to reality and pushing away what’s happening.

Is it possible to be mindful without having an estab-lished meditation practice?Yes, theoretically, but I suspect it’s hard. I honor my own medi-tation practice for making mindfulness

highly accessible for me. It doesn’t take many hours of prep work and is open to everyone. It’s really a practice, like strength training—you have to exercise the mindfulness muscle to reap the benefits.

What’s the best way to arrange time for meditation, and what can motivate us to practice regularly?Having a sense of structure has helped me the most. I believe strongly in the value of a daily practice, however simple or short. We can ritualize certain practices to help remember to pause and be mindful. For example, every time the phone rings, let it ring three times and use that as a trigger to breathe. When you’ve finished writing an email, take a few conscious mo-ments before sending it. There are lots of ways to cut through the momentum of the busyness and craziness of our lives to return to mindfulness. Make a commitment to practice for a certain period of daily time for a month or two, and then reassess.

Look for changes during the active course of daily life and query: How am I speaking to myself or to others? Am I more present? Am I more at ease in letting go? It’s important to look for these subtle changes rather than to set unrealistic expectations for ourselves such as being mindful all day.

Do you have other enabling prac-tices for people new to the state of living mindfully? Movement meditation is a good place to start; if you’re walking somewhere, try to be more present and feel your feet against the ground. Also, just fo-cus on one thing at a time; instead of multitasking, just drink the cup of tea. We can also use breath to focus concentration. The breath is a tremen-dous tool, it’s always with us. If you’re in a contentious meeting and tempers flare, you don’t have to pull out a meditation cushion and sit in a funny position; you can work with your breath right where you are.

How can meditation help to ease suffering?Sometimes, we think we can ease suf-fering by only having pleasant feelings and beautiful thoughts. Rather, we can ease suffering by changing the way we relate to our thoughts and feelings. If something unpleasant is happening, most of us flip into an internal mono-logue about how, “Bad things always happen to me,” or “This is my fault,” or “I shouldn’t feel this.” We com-pound our suffering by adding judg-ment and by pushing away discomfort. Instead, we can learn to observe our reactions and release them. We also tend not to feel pleasure fully or think that something else or more should be happening instead of simply enjoying the moment. We wait for some sense of intensity in order to feel alive, rather than expe-riencing the ordinary to the utmost. Meditation trains us to be present with pleasant, unpleasant and neutral experiences and stay connected, no matter what’s going on.

Reach freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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the altitude or pressurized cabin air. Knowing this can make healthy flying easier. Drinking lots of water and moving about and stretch-ing every two to three hours on long flights is key; trips to the bathroom naturally help fulfill this. We also can keep blood from collecting in our lower extremities by finding a way to elevate our legs and feet periodically. Wiggle all 10 toes, shift positions and go for these six discreet airplane yoga stretches. Etiquette tip: Do the first two stretches at the back of the plane with adequate space and a wall to lean on. Don’t do these in the aisle; hanging on to someone’s seat back rocks it and can be annoying. A quad stretch involves the shoulders, upper legs, calves and ankles, while elevating each foot and getting the blood moving. Hang on to a wall, grab an ankle and bring the heel as close to the butt as possible. Then rotate the ankle in a circular motion. Do this as long as it feels worth doing, and then switch arms and legs. A calf stretch is a simple way to target calf and hamstring muscles, as well as ankles. Stand facing a wall, placing both hands at shoulder height on the wall for balance, elbows bent. Take one foot forward and rest it on its heel, with toes pointing up and resting on the wall. Lean forward to

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the point of feeling a good stretch in the calf. Stretch 30 seconds per foot, gradually going deeper into the pose after a few breaths. Etiquette tip: The next four stretches can be done in an airplane seat or in the back of the plane. The upper body stretch targets wrists, hands, arms, shoulders, back and the upper body in general. Sit upright with feet firmly planted on the floor. Lift arms up and interlace fingers before turning palms to face the ceiling. Relax the shoulders and neck. The arms shouldn’t be covering the ears and can be adjusted by moving them a few inches forward or back. Tall indi-viduals may need to bend their elbows, which still allows for stretching of the upper body. Neck stretches release tension and stiffness by tilt-ing the head from side-to-side. Don’t make circular motions, as they can cause neck and spine compression. If holding the head to assist a deeper stretch, be considerate of neighbors by pointing the raised elbow for-ward to cradle the neck instead of resting it on a seatmate. Twisting the torso benefits both the spine and back mus-cles. Yogis believe that twisting motions also massage internal organs. While twisting, hang on to the armrest with both hands and sit as upright as possible, with legs together and feet firmly planted. Don’t bounce into the pose or shift or lift buttocks off the seat, but make slow, fluid movements. Bending forward while seated gives the back, neck and legs a good, deep stretch. All of these movements work well while we’re in the air and are equally useful on road trips, in the office or whenever we need a break.

Cynthia Bowman is a freelance writer in Los Angeles, CA, who specializes in travel, culture and lifestyle topics. Visit JoyJournist.com.

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At the age of 19, Julie is already an experienced professional fashion model, once scouted

by Victoria’s Secret. Her schedule is exhausting. In addition to daily train-ing and workouts, she models for a variety of fashion companies. Most of the time, however, she feels over-whelmed and secretly wishes for a single day where she could just sleep without having to do anything. One day at a photo shoot, Julie is given a choice as to how she would like to receive compensation for her modeling work. She could be paid in cash, or she could receive an equiva-lent assortment of product at the wholesale price. Her mother, Julie’s agent, encourages her to take the product, Sara Yo Spirit Jewels. Julie’s mom based her suggestion on what she had heard about their potential to boost a person’s energy level. Julie was initially doubtful, but eventually she and two other models all choose to receive the jewelry as compensa-tion. After some time wearing a piece with a heart-shaped stone, Julie no-tices she does not feel as tired as she had prior to wearing the jewelry. The stones used in Sara Yo Spirit Jewels were discovered and named by

Dr. Hannah Hershoff, MD and Ph.D., in a remote area near her hometown in southeast China. “These stones are made from the mineral Jingdezhen Ka-olin, formed over millions of years ago. Jingdezhen Kaolin mines have a long history and were reserved for royalty 2000 years ago,” says Dr. Hershoff.

After extensive research, Dr. Hershoff learned it is believed that the Kaolin absorbed rich spiritual energy from the universe over a long period. In addition, the unique process used in the creation of Sara Yo stones is based on a Chinese ancestral method involving local water, pine trees and special kilns, each contributing to what is called Five-Element energy. The five elements concept has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years to help people overcome illness and emotional is-sues. The elements fire, wood, earth, metal and water are thought to be the five core building blocks that com-prised the creation of the earth. It is further believed that energy from these elements embraces and combines with the energetic matrix of the universe that then flows within each person to restore harmony and balance. “The heart-shaped Sara Yo stones predominately bring fire energy, which is Yang in nature,” Dr. Hershoff says. “It is a strong, dominant ele-

Elemental FashionGet "Fired" Up With Unique Jewelry

by Deena Kloss

ment that fuels ambition, motivation and the ability to take action. Many women, like Julie, feel more motivated and enthusiastic after wearing these pieces. They turn into go-getters.”

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How has your family history influenced your interest in brain health? All of my grandparents suffered from various kinds of dementia, as did my father and, to a lesser extent, my mother. It’s an epidemic. Alzheimer’s disease now attacks about half of Americans by their mid-80s, accord-ing to the Alzheimer’s Association, which publishes an annual Alzheim-er’s Disease Facts and Figures.

If both parents have had Al-zheimer’s, is a child destined to have it, too?There are genes, particularly as the APOE e4 allele, that increase Al-zheimer’s risk. But genes are not destiny. A recent Scandinavian study is among those suggesting that people that follow healthful diets can dramat-ically improve their odds of retaining brain health—even if they carry this gene (International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry).

Can those with signs of mild cognitive impairment see im-provement by following your recommendations?Scientists from leading institutions including the University of Cincinnati and the University of Oxford have tested a number of different approach-es, using grape juice, blueberry juice,

Dr. Neal Barnard on Diet, Lifestyle and Brain Health

by Sandy Pukel

Dr. Neal Barnard is the founder of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine and author of 17 books on nutrition and health. An adjunct

associate professor of medicine at George Washington University, in Washington, D.C., he has led research stud-ies in diabetes, obesity and other serious health issues. Barnard’s latest interest in brain health is the focus of his book Power Foods for the Brain.


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on her upcoming venture in the new year,Clintonville Natural Foods,

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a B-vitamin combination (B6, B12 and folate) and other nutritional supports, and have found overall that dietary changes can help. To keep it simple, I would suggest following a low-fat, plant-based diet rich in fruits and vegetables, along with a vitamin B12 supplement. What other factors besides food help maintain good cognitive function?Lace up your sneakers. University of Illinois researchers found that a brisk, 40-minute walk three times a week re-versed brain shrinkage and improved memory. It also pays to get adequate sleep; when the clock strikes 10 p.m., turn out the light. What’s the most vital dietary change we can make to ensure cognitive abilities in later life?Throw out the animal products and build your menu from vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans. This simple step eliminates animal fats, cuts cholesterol and boosts anti-

oxidant intake, all of which are likely good for the brain according to neurology studies published by the American Medical Association. And be sure take vitamin B12; this is impor-tant for anyone over 50, and essential for people on vegan diets. The adult recommended daily allowance is 2.4 micrograms, and all common supple-ments contain more than that.

What effect do dietary fats and metals have on the develop-ment of Alzheimer’s?The Chicago Health and Aging Proj-ect showed that saturated fats (think chicken fat, cheese and bacon grease) and trans fats (think doughnuts) increase Alzheimer’s risk, probably because of their cholesterol-raising effect. Excess copper (in shellfish and liver) and iron (in meat and liver) are linked to Alzheimer’s, too, accord-ing to American Medical Association publications. Aluminum is more controversial, but I recommend avoiding it. You’ll find it in some antacids, baking pow-

der, some processed cheeses, pizzas and of course, aluminum cookware and antiperspirants. It pays to read labels and choose aluminum-free alternatives. What are some of the best power foods for brain health? Emphasize green leafy vegetables, almonds and seeds for vitamin E, plus sweet potatoes, a staple in Okinawa, home to an extraordinary number of healthy centenarians. Add a handful of blueberries to morning oatmeal or make them a mid-morning snack. What can we do to increase public awareness of how life choices affect brain health? The Physicians Committee offers free resources at pcrm.org. Dr. Neal Barnard will be a keynote speaker on the 13th Holistic Holiday at Sea cruise, departing Feb. 27, 2016. For more information, call 800-496-0989 or visit HolisticHolidayAtSea.com. See ad, page 2.


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“Visions of sugar plums” have been part of holiday mind-sets since the advent of

Clement Moore’s classic 19th-century poem commonly known as ’Twas the Night Before Christmas. We love to give and receive spe-cial treats and our tastes are evolving. Instead of yesteryear’s sugary bonbons loaded with calories that we’ve come to regret, today’s preferred confections focus more on naturally sweet dried fruits, best-quality chocolate, health-ful coconut and crunchy nuts. Vegan, gluten-free delicacies from chefs and culinary experts the world over help us celebrate the season in a deliciously healthy way, including those we high-light this month. “Christmas isn’t Christmas with-out a traditional pudding,” says Chef Teresa Cutter, author of Purely Deli-cious. Cutter is founder and direc-tor of The Healthy Chef company, in Sydney, Australia, which creates functional foods for taste and optimal health. Her no-bake desserts such as miniature Christmas puddings and carrot cake take only minutes to make.

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Emily Holmes, a Queensland, Australia, wellness coach who blogs at Conscious-Foodie.com, says her favorite is Holmes’ Chocolate Cherry Mini-Cupcakes. She serves them with a pot of peppermint tea. Houston-based Joshua Weissman is the author of The Slim Palate Paleo Cookbook and blogs at SlimPalate. com. He shares his philosophy on holiday treats: “My first thought is that I don’t want to feel guilty after eating it. My second is that I still want it to taste and look good.” His Almond But-ter Pumpkin Pie Truffles fit the festive bill. In New York City, noted vegan cookbook author and Pastry Chef Fran Costigan is an expert in all things chocolate, including her Chocolate Orange Sesame Truffles. “When you make something really delicious with real ingredients, your mouth knows it, your brain knows it, your body knows it. You feel satis-fied,” she says.

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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German Chocolate No-Bake Cookies

Submitted by Del Sroufe, from his recent book The China Study Quick and Easy Cookbook

These cookies are inspired by my love for German chocolate cake, German chocolate cookies, or German choco-late anything! Toasting the pecans and the coconut really brings out their flavor.

Yield: 10-12 servings

½ cup pecans¾ cup unsweetened shredded coconut1 cup Medjool dates, pitted1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa

Toast the pecans and shredded coco-nut in an oven for five minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Add them to the bowl of a food pro-cessor, with the remaining ingredients, and process until the mixture starts to form a ball.

Using a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon, shape the dough into cookies and place on a baking sheet.

Refrigerate for one hour until set. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

Del Sroufe is co-owner and chef at Wellness Forum Foods in Columbus, and the author of three cookbooks: Forks Over Knives, The Cookbook; Better Than Vegan and The China Study Quick and Easy Cookbook.

Paleo Peppermint Chocolate No-Bake Bites

Submitted by Alexis Joseph, from a post on her plant-based food blog Hummusa-pien.com

These treats are moist, high in fiber and protein, and perfect for the holi-day season. Cacao is one of the best sources of age-defying and disease-fighting antioxidants, as well as theo-bromine, a bioactive compound that improves blood flow.

Yield: 15 servings

10 Medjool dates, pitted (place in a bowl of warm water to soften, if hard and dry)½ cup unsweetened applesauce¼ cup almond milk (add more, if necessary)¼ tsp peppermint extract½ cup + 2 Tbsp coconut flour2 Tbsp cacao powder2 Tbsp cacao nibs (or chocolate chips, optional)

Place dates, applesauce, almond milk and peppermint extract in a large food processor. Blend until pureed, scrap-ing down the sides as needed.

Add coconut flour and cacao powder. Blend until a ball of “dough” forms. It should look moist, not crumbly. If it is too wet, add a bit more coconut flour. If it is too dry, add a bit more almond milk.

Stir in cacao nibs. Roll into roughly 15 bites. Store in the refrigerator or freezer.

Alexis Joseph, MS, RD, LD is a regis-tered dietitian and nationally-recog-nized nutrition expert specializing in nutrition communications and recipe development. She is also the co-founder of Alchemy Juice Bar + Café in Columbus.

Chef Mark’s No-Bake Mini-Bites

Submitted by Mark Zedella

This recipe can be made so many ways! Substitute, or add, dried

apricots, sunflower butter or seeds, almond extract, raisins, dried cranber-ries, nutmeg, shredded coconut or cocoa powder.

Yield: 25-30 servings

1 ¼ cups rolled oats (gluten-free, if preferred)1 ¼ cups pitted dates, chopped½ cup unsalted almond butter2 tsp vanilla extract½ tsp cinnamon

Blend all ingredients in a food proces-sor until they are smooth and stick together.

Add two to three tablespoons hot water, then process until the mixture forms a ball.

Scoop out a heaping teaspoon of the mixture and roll into a ball, press-ing firmly so that the mixture sticks together.

Place bites in refrigerator until ready to eat. They will remain fresh up to five days.

Mark Zedella, also known as “The Duke of Fork”, is a Central Ohio plant-based chef.

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Green CongregationsFaith Groups Join in Conservation Efforts

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roots movement at RenewalProject.net.

The simple act of switching on a bulb can light a

room; preaching that humans are caretak-ers of the Earth can enlighten a community. “How are we faithful to God’s cre-ation?” asks Diana Butler Bass, Ph.D., author of Grounded: Finding God in the World—A Spiritual Revolution, in Alexandria, Virginia. “The connection between the natural world and the world we live in helps us understand the remarkable responsibility we have to the planet.”

Along with an emotional bottom line, many people pose a greater ques-tion: What is the cost to our spiritual life if we act selfishly?

“We need to know what is sacred and what matters for generations to come,” says Bass. “This is an exciting time for communities of faith to work togeth-er.” Churches, synagogues, mosques and other faith groups are sending a message to their congregations and communities: We need to care for what the Creator has given us.

Showing the Way“We wanted to reduce reliance on foreign oil, support local businesses, buy American-made and be cost-effective,” says Rabbi David Freelund, of the Cape Cod Synagogue, in Hyannis, Massachusetts. “Going solar made sense. We leased panels, joined a renewable energy credit pro-gram and now generate 90 percent of our energy.” The synagogue also upgrades equipment to more efficient levels when it’s time for replacement, com-posts waste, maintains a garden to supply a local food pantry, switched to LED lights, zoned their facility’s heating and cooling and follows a single-stream recycling program. “We seek to lead by example. Members ask, ‘What else can we do?’ As Jews, our mission is not fulfilled unless we lift up others toward the divine,” says Freelund. Windows often make up a large portion of a building of worship, but can be the least energy-efficient components. Members of Colo-rado’s Steamboat Christian Center, in Steamboat Springs, used to wear sunglasses or change seats during services to escape the sun’s glare and heat. After installing smart glass windows, everyone can now fully concentrate on the sermon. “The glass tints like transition sunglasses, based on available light or preprogrammed preferences,” explains Brandon Tinianov, a senior director with View Dynamic Glass, the company that supplied the new windows. “It also reduces heating and cooling costs.”

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We need a conversation which includes everyone, since the environmental

challenge we are undergoing, and its

human roots, concern and affect us all.

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Laying Down Burdens“Clutter represents postponed deci-sions,” says Barbara Hemphill, author of Less Clutter, More Life, in Raleigh, North Carolina. “Lack of time, inter-est and energy keep us from passing along what we no longer want or need. For most of us, 80 percent of what we keep, we never use.” That includes paperwork, an-other specialty of her Productive En-vironment Institute. When the United Methodist North Carolina Conference Center’s new building was ready, there was plenty to sort through be-

fore moving. “We estimate seven tons of items were recycled. It became an example for individual churches,” says Hemphill. Her own church, Mount Zion Methodist, in nearby Garner, has cleared out two storage rooms. Items were reclaimed, auctioned or do-nated to a shelter. “We gained Sunday school rooms in return,” she says.

Practice Makes PerfectAwareness of the environment and eco-friendly living is a concept reli-gions agree on. At the All Dulles Area Muslim Society, in Sterling, Virginia, an education program encourages community members to recycle, plant trees and lower water and energy usage. Including their Sunday School, they reduced their overall carbon footprint by 13 percent and energy consumption by 21 percent. Interfaith Power & Light is active in most states and can help implement such user- and eco-friendly changes. Imam Johari Abdul-Malik, the di-rector of outreach for the Dar Al Hi-jrah Islamic Center, in Falls Church,

Virginia, suggests thinking larger and encourages members to ask for changes in public policies by lob-bying their representatives. In 2016, the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago will promote a Green Ramadan. During Ramadan, members re-evaluate their lives in light of Islamic guidance. Greener than most, The Garden Church, in San Pedro, California, has no building. “People tell me, ‘The outdoors is my church;’ I take them at their word,” says founding Pas-tor Anna Woofenden. “We have a central table surrounded by gardens. About 90 percent of what we grow is vegetables, the rest is flowers. This church is a living sanctuary, a place to belong, a place of community. God’s love is made visible as people are fed in body, mind and spirit.” “Eco-friendly teaching represents a new spiritual imagination of how to live well in the world,” observes Bass. “Faith makes a difference.”

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As with families everywhere, special taste treats are on the menu for many dogs, cats and

wild birds during the holiday season. Owners are cautioned not to share rich, unfamiliar foods from the table that can be detrimental to an animal’s health. Better fare are homemade treats of organic, safe and tasty ingre-dients—true gifts from the heart. Homemade assures the quality of ingredients, avoids unhealthy addi-tives and allows the giver to adjust for individual taste or food sensitivities. Most healthy recipes can be made from readily available ingredients.

Wild Birds Offer them a variety of seeds and fresh water. Always use unsalted, unseasoned seeds. Mix harder-to-crack striped sunflower seeds with the smaller black oil version to attract the largest number of birds. Or-ganically grown peanuts in the shell, dried fruit, oranges, pomegranates or rehydrated raisins offer a burst of energy. Impale round fruits, halved, on a small dowel rod attached to the feeding table to hold them in place. Note that oats go to waste, shelled sunflower seeds spoil and cracked corn attracts raccoons. Pass on any kind of popcorn.

DIY SuetMix one part organic peanut butter with five parts organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) corn meal. Smear into a pinecone to hang from a branch or directly on tree bark for

Eat, Bark and Be MerryHealthy Holiday Treats for Our Pets

by Sandra Murphy

woodpeckers and wrens to enjoy. Don’t use low-fat peanut butter because birds need to pack in the calories in order to stay warm.

Cats Organic catnip, fresh or dried and baked into a crunchy treat, will bring kitty running. In recipes, avoid canned tuna because of bisphenol A (BPA) concerns; also minimize the frequen-cy and portion of tuna and salmon treats due to mercury accumulation in the fish. Unseasoned tuna or salmon packed in water in a pouch is a better choice. Many recipes labeled for dogs can be converted for cats by making them into smaller bites.

Dogs“When possible, I put organic and local foods, non-GMO, hormone-and antibiotic-free, grass-fed and hu-manely raised properties at the top of my list. A healthier dog means fewer vet visits and more years together,” says Tonya Wilhelm,

a dog trainer in Toledo, Ohio. “Buy in bulk from a co-op or farmer and maybe share with friends to get the best price.”

Dehydrated FoodsDehydrating removes moisture from food while retaining nutrients, and comprises a distinct cooking meth-od. Stephanie Raya, resident chef at Excalibur Dehydrator, in Sacra-mento, California, recommends, “For safe chicken and pork, pre-cook before dehydrating. Beef can be dehydrated from a raw state. My Boston terriers also love dehydrated, sweet potato chips.” A number of commercial dehy-drated meat and fish jerkies have been recalled (search DogFoodAdvisor.com/?s=treats). Homemade treats offer superior control of ingredients. “When I make my pets’ treats, I know what’s in their food, including the herbs used for flavor,” says Raya. After she’s ensured that the food is thoroughly dried, she packs it in vac-uum bags and stores them away from light. She notes that dehydrating takes longer than baking, but is cost-effec-tive at 25 to 50 cents an hour. Veggie options include dehydrated zucchini chips, butternut squash chips, cherry tomato bites, matchstick carrots or peach or other fruit slices.

Make it FestiveA cat’s sense of smell is 10 to 15 times better than ours, but is still modest compared to dogs that out-sniff us by a factor of 30 to 60 times; that’s why putting wrapped treats under a holiday tree or in a stocking is a bad idea. Store them securely and then bring them out when it’s time to open gifts. Use blue tissue paper for easy-to-open Hanukkah gifts, red or green for Christmas (bows, yes; ribbons, no). For dogs that love puzzles, placing treats inside a wrapped box adds to the fun. Remember that rich or unfamiliar foods can make pets sick. Instead, gift them with their own healthy, safe treats from known ingredients so that everyone has a happy holiday.

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Central Ohio pet owners searching for that special holi-

day treat for their beloved family member need look no further than their own backyard. Many pet supply stores in town provide not only healthy treats all year long, but also offer exclusive yuletide cheer for pets – just in time for the holidays. Deborah Vitt, owner of Mutts & Co, says they will sell bakery cookies and specialty holiday treats from companies like Polka Dog Bakery, Bosco and Roxy’s, and Positively Gourmet this season. These treats include ingredients such as applesauce, pumpkin, and whole-wheat flour instead of white flour. “We work hard to make sure that the treats we carry are made with healthy, natural ingredients, and avoid treats made with artificial colors, preservatives and fillers such as corn and soy,” she says.

Mutts & Co (Mutt-sAndCo.com) will make their traditional holiday “Bully Bundles,” contain-ing a bundle of 6-inch bully sticks, a great natural source of glucosamine. Bully Bundles are a health-ier alternative to rawhide and make great stocking stuffers. In addition to its cur-rent Dublin and New Al-bany locations, Mutts & Co

will open two more stores this month in Westerville and Upper Arlington. Also offering healthy pet treats for the holidays is Pet Supplies Plus, with seven locations around Colum-bus. Andrew Hanes, assistant team leader at the Upper Arlington store, said the holiday treats will supple-ment the already 24-foot assortment of healthy treats that are already stocked in their store all year long. “Grain-free treats are the most popular treats sold,” Hanes said, adding that certain treats will be on special for the holidays. While purchasing holiday treats for furry, four-legged friends this sea-son, Vitt advises pet owners to read the ingredient labels carefully. Just as people might for the foods they eat, avoid artificial ingredients and watch the calorie count. When pets indulge on rich foods they do not normally eat, it can have the same effect on them as it does on us. Vitt has some impor-tant advice, noting, “With all of the tasty treats you are likely to buy for your pet’s stocking, it is a good idea to have some pumpkin - canned and sodium free - on hand to handle any tummy issues.”

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Among a parent’s greatest re-wards is seeing their children grow up to be productive, con-

tributing members of society, includ-ing knowing how to give back and enrich the communities in which they live. Children can start participating in the giving process as toddlers. Having them observe regular charitable acts can make a strong impression and catalyze later independent initiatives. Learning how to give and devel-oping the associated skill set is a life-long journey. Giving becomes a way of life—of looking at the world and determining how to help the causes they feel passionate about. Here’s how to take those crucial first steps. Ask kids how they’d like to help. If giving to a cause is new to the household, explain that the family has many opportunities. Then engage children in a conversation about the general areas they may feel strongly about supporting—perhaps individuals or families in need, animals or wildlife habitat—and start a list of those that the family is interested in. Next, start researching related local organizations, facilities and institutions, and matching them to the topics on the list. Ideas may include food kitchens, pet shelters and animal rescues, nature parks, senior citizens’ residences, camps for

gift to their favorite charity. Take the child to the charity site to make the monetary donation in person, if possi-ble. For non-local organizations, write a check and have the child include a letter with their thoughts and mail it. Volunteer to do community service. Public gardens need weeding, historic buildings need painting and food banks need hands. Find goodwill tasks that are age-appropriate and engaging. Grow the mindset. Tell real-life stories about kids or groups of kids that have found creative ways to give back. Encourage empathy by sharing appropriate stories of struggle. Ask kids, “How would you want people to help you in this situation?” Explain the action the family is taking and the resulting benefit to the recipient. The conversation might be, “We don’t need to store all this stuff when someone else could really use it.” Or, “I bet there is a kid out there who would really like playing with this toy. I know you used to love it, but how about if you pass it along to someone else so they can enjoy it as much as you have?” Keep the focus on the people in need and your child’s ability to share an experience through an item. Establishing an impermanent connection to material things can help kids understand the importance of nurturing relationships over acquiring goods. Develop a language of giving in the household by creating oppor-tunities to incorporate it into regular conversation. Appropriate comments could share concepts such as seeing ourselves as stewards of the planet and the things we think we own; it’s our duty to help those in need when we have abundance; and if there is ever a time when we are without, we hope that others will think of us and help us. Teaching children how their thoughts, words and actions impact those around them is a lesson that bears repeating.

Jennifer Jacobson lives in Seattle and has served on the boards of several influential nonprofits and other orga-nizations focused on conservation, education and community.

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Little Helping HandsTeaching Kids How to Care and Share

by Jennifer Jacobson

low-income or physically or mentally challenged children, zoos, museums, aquariums and local libraries. Make a game plan. Get creative about how to actually help the se-lected causes. Talk it through together, map out activities—like visiting, donating funds or materials or partici-pating in fundraising efforts—and post the results somewhere at home that is highly visible. “Gamify” it to some degree with tasks that turn into goals that turn into accomplishments that result in chits. Quick tasks can make a big differ-ence. Clear the clutter. Every six to 12 months, launch an all-family house-hold closet cleaning day that includes the toy chest and maybe the garage. Add nonperishable healthy food items they’ve picked out while grocery shop-ping. Make a “donate box” positioned where kids can add to it and deliver the donations often, even if it’s small. Find ways to raise money for do-nations. Organize a family or neighbor-

hood yard sale or organic bake sale that involves kids at all

stages of the project, and give all or a portion of the pro-ceeds to a selected charity. Associate getting with giving. For birthdays and holidays, include a handwritten “certificate

of giving” that speci-fies the amount of

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Quantum Clearing Guided Meditation – 11:30am-12:45pm. Participants are guided through a gentle flow of several powerful breathing techniques to cleanse and clear out stuck energy and attachments. Afterward, enjoy a transforma-tional guided imagery meditation. $20. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.Book Signing: Victoria Vetere – 2-3:30pm. Local author and life coach Victoria Vetere will provide discussion, coaching-in-the-round, and autograph copies of her new coffee-table publication Enlight-enment Appetizers: A Taste of Enlightenment in Everyday Life. Free. Barnes and Noble Booksell-ers, 1560 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus. 614-885-3899. EnlightenedLifeCoaching.com.

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Book Signing: Tabby Sapene – 2-4pm. Join author Tabby Sapene, MSW, LISW-S on a journey of self-discovery, self-mastery and divine healing as she presents her new guide, Mental Alchemy: Spiritual Affir-mations to Change Your Life. Her book focuses on identifying, releasing and healing past patterns and beliefs learned from family, society and personal experiences that no longer serve the individual, as well as how to create new thoughts to align with the true self, in order to achieve overall balance in mind, body, emotions and spirit. Complimentary Mental Alchemy e-book provided with the first 25 paperback or hardcover purchases. Free. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 1560 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus. 614-273-5698. [email protected]. OasisOfTheHeart.com.

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HolidayVille – 10am-6pm. Join us and other Clintonville-area merchants for a celebration of all that makes Clintonville a unique place to shop for holiday gift giving. Featuring sale pricing, maca-infused hot cocoa, giveaways and live music. Free. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Co-lumbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.Body Care Gifts for the Holidays – 6:30-8:30pm. See December 3 listing. Pre-registration required. $35. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Co-lumbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2Prenatal Yoga Series – 1:15-2:30pm. (Series: 8-week class). Designed for women in the second or third trimester of pregnancy. We will adapt traditional yoga poses for the changing body, plus practice mindfulness meditation and other stress-relieving techniques to foster empowerment prior to childbirth. Wear comfortable, breathable cloth-ing. $100. Renew Wellness, 287 W Johnstown Rd., Columbus. 614-305-5102. Renew-Wellness-Center.com.Dream Up: How to Dream Bigger, With Susie and Otto Collins – 6-8:30pm. Learn ways to remove barriers from relationships, finances, or even building a business, by leaving behind doubts, fears and disappointment from the past and saying “yes” to new possibilities. $20. The Reiki Center. 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-432-6632. TheReikiCenter.net.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3Body Care Gifts for the Holidays – 6:30-8:30pm. Homemade gifts are often the most memorable given. Treat a special someone to body butter, bath scrub, and a lip balm, all made by the gift giver. Recipes will be provided, to take home, as well as the products made in class. Pre-registration re-quired. $35. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5Visit With Santa at the Herb Center – 9am-1pm. Meet the jolly old elf, Santa Claus, in a decorated North Pole “Annex”. Sit on Santa’s knee and pose for a keepsake photo, complete with a picture frame that children make themselves, then step into Mrs. Claus’ parlor for special make and take crafts, including Santa’s Favorite Hot Chocolate Mix, Everything Nice Herbal Sugar, and Mrs. Claus’ Peppermint Bath Blend. All ages welcome. $5/one, $12/three crafts or photos. Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill St., Gahanna. 614-342-4380. OhioHerbCenter.org.Workshop: Yoga Tools for Teachers and Parents – 9am-1pm. Join Lauren Greenspan, RYT-200 and YogaEd instructor, to learn about a broad variety of basic principles and tools designed to help integrate short yoga breaks into the home environ-ment, including specifica ways to promote child health, learning and achievement. $75. Renew Wellness, 287 W Johnstown Rd., Columbus. 614-305-5102. Renew-Wellness-Center.com.Guided Meditation and Mindful Breathing – 10-11pm. This class is for beginners and those who have never meditated before. Learn how to relax the mind and return home energized and refreshed. Certified meditation instructor Sheri Mollica-Rathburn will teach new tools and techniques for dealing with stress, anxiety and negativity. Drop-ins are welcome. $10. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8Essential Oils 101 – 6:30-8pm. A hands-on work-shop exploring essential oils, including how to tell if they are high-quality, reviewing which ones to use, and surveying which maladies or conditions the oils are used to help address. Includes sam-pling. Free. 7015 Hatherly Pl, Columbus. 614-582-7680. Healing-Essential-Oils.com.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10Holiday Herb Crafts at the Center for Active Adults (55+) – 6-8pm. Celebrate the holiday season with herb crafts and music. The Ohio Herb Education Center staff will bring a variety of crafts to create, then give as gifts or enjoy as keepsakes. Pre-registration required. $5/craft. The Gahanna Senior Center, 480 Rocky Fork Blvd., Gahanna.Thyroid Recovery Wellness Workshop – 6:30pm. For those who have been told the lab tests are “normal”, but still experience thyroid-related symptoms such as fatigue, dry skin, insomnia, depression, constipation, dry eyes or thinning hair. Learn how our non-drug approach can provide relief. Free. BioHealth Wellness Center, 1335 Worthington Woods Blvd., Worthington. 614-431-0555. BioHealthOhio.com.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12Visit With Santa at the Herb Center – 9am-1pm. See December 5 listing. Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill St., Gahanna. 614-342-4380. OhioHerbCenter.org.Usui Reiki 1, With Linda Haley, RMT – 9am-5pm. (Series: 12/13). Learn to relieve a headache or an aching muscle without medication. Discover peace of mind with an easy-to-use technique. This hand-on experience shows students how to feel energy and see its immediate impact on others. The ethics and delivery of a successful session will be addressed in detail. Vegetarian lunches will be served both days. $250. The Reiki Cen-ter. 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-432-6632. TheReikiCenter.net.Workshop Series, Part 1: Introduction to Crys-tals and Stones – Identifying and Working With Ancient Energy Forms – 10am-Noon. Learn about the origin of crystals and their metaphysical healing properties, plus how to clear the energy of crystals. Includes free crystal and sample of crystal gem elixirs. $30. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfTheHeart.com.Workshop Series, Part 2: Crystals and The Chakra System – 1:30-4:30pm. Learn about the basic Chakra System and how to identify crystals that can assist in clearing, healing and balancing the body’s chakras. Includes a healing guided chakra meditation and chakra crystals. $60. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfTheHeart.com.Midnight Madness – 8pm-Midnight. Join Boline Apothecary, Wholly Craft and Global Gallery for a holiday party and sale, including maca-infused, fair-trade cocoa and live music. Featuring photo opportunities with Santa Ape and Krampus. Free. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13Vegan Holiday Pop-Up Market – Noon-4pm. Experience vegan food and support vegan-owned businesses at this holiday bazaar. Bring a yoga mat for a free session by Mat Happy Yoga. The first 25 participants will get a “swag bag”. Donate vegan non-perishable foods or books to charity. All proceeds benegit Vegan Shift. Free. Ching Ter Maitreya Temple. 2891 E Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus. 614-476-6159. ItsAll-Natural.com.Om2Ohm Holiday Open House – Noon-6pm. Experience color, light and sound healing sessions, plus psychic and tarot readings. Tour the facility and discover unique gifts in the OmShoppe. Advance booking required for readings/sessions. Free. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.The Empowered Empath: Surviving the Holidays as a Highly Sensitive Person – 2:30-4:30pm. Even when we know that we get easily overwhelmed, it is easy to get sucked into the idea of how we are supposed to enjoy the holidays, instead of treating ourselves lovingly too. If the holidays are supposed to be focused on comfort and joy, it is hard to do that if we are alternating between panic and exhaustion. Join Certified Meditation Instructor/Empath/Reiki Master Teacher Sheri Mollica-Rathburn to learn powerful and empowering way to protect energy and feel more joy this season. $35. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15Natural Ways to Decrease Depression and Anxiety – 12:30-2:30pm. Discover natural ways to help lessen depression and anxiety, conditions commonly experienced and amplified during the holiday season. $20. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfTheHeart.com.The 12 Essential Oils of Ancient Scripture, With Anastasia Shevchenko – 6-8pm. We will share how these oils were used for spiritual and medicinal purposes, plus how we can still use them in modern times. Includes Sandalwood (al-oes), Cassia, Cedarwood, Cypress, Frankincense, Galbanum, Hyssop, Myrrh, Myrtle, Onycha, Rose of Sharon (Cistus) and Spikenard. Free. The Reiki Center. 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-432-6632. TheReikiCenter.net.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17Introduction to Mental Alchemy: Part 1 – 1-3pm. Learn about the process of transmuting, transforming and changing various mental states and conditions into more desirable ones, for a more balanced and abundant self. Includes a free book. $60. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfT-heHeart.com.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19Visit With Santa at the Herb Center – 9am-1pm. See December 5 listing. Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill St., Gahanna. 614-342-4380. OhioHerbCenter.org.

Healing Holidays – 10am-4pm. Stop in and recharge during the stressful holiday season. Featuring 20-minute sessions with practitioners in Reiki, polarity, sound healing with tuning forks, color therapy, aromatherapy and massage. $25/one session, $45/two sessions, $70/three sessions. 614-260-0105. [email protected]. Facebook.com/TheParlorWesterville.Reiki Open House – Noon-5pm. Learn about what Reiki is, and what its practitioners believe about it. This is an opportunity to experience it for the first time, to see how it works, in a 30-minute session with Sheri Mollica-Rathburn, then discuss the process and ask questions afterward. $30. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.Introduction to Mental Alchemy: Part 1 – 1-3pm. See December 17 listing. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfTheHeart.com.Winter Solstice Celebration: The Return of the Light – 6-8pm. For more than 6,000 years, the darkest day of the calendar year has been celebrat-ed as a return to the cycle of light and the promise of new life, as the promise of each following day brings more sunlight into our world. Join us for an evening of ceremony, gifts of spirit, music, chants and divine inspiration as we honor the magic of Yule, Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. Each attendee will receive gifts of the season, candles, greenery and more as we plant the seeds for new growth and enlightenment. Free, with donations appreciated. The Reiki Center. 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-432-6632. TheReikiCenter.net.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20Natural Ways to Decrease Depression and Anxiety – 1-3pm. See December 15 listing. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfTheHeart.com.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 21Free Reiki Clinic with Kelly Bisson, Reiki Master – 6-8pm. For those who have not yet tried Reiki, or those who are already familiar with its many benefits but are short of funds for a full treat-ment, The Reiki Center offers his free clinic. Each person will receive 15 to 20 minutes of healing Reiki energy. Free. 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-432-6632. TheReikiCenter.net.


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sundayFundamentals of Yoga – 10:30-11:45am. An introduction to all things yoga, from class etiquette to breathing and relaxation techniques. Mats are available to borrow. $15. Room to Breathe Yoga, 6260 S Sunbury Rd, Westerville. 614-378-4778. [email protected]. AmylyBrook.com.Kundalini with Alex Everett – 11:45am-1pm. An uplifting blend of spiritual and physical practices. This yoga style incorporates movement, dynamic breathing techniques, meditation, and the chant-ing of mantras. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Advanced Yingjie Tai Chi – 3-4pm. This Tai Chi style blends various martial arts into a philosophy designed to develop strength, relaxation, and self-defense. Positive energy for stress relief. $35/session, $85/monthly. The Grey Budha, 400 West Rich St, Columbus. 614-975-7683. GreyBudha.Weebly.com.Yin Yoga – 6-7pm. Lengthen connective tissue by releasing into each posture for three to five min-utes. Open to all, but not recommended for those in the third trimester of pregnancy. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. [email protected]. ShiftGrandview.com.Sekoia with Karine Wascher – 6:30-7:45pm. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.

mondayMorning Meditation – 8:30-9am. An empower-ing and relaxing way to set the tone for the day or week. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. [email protected]. Shift-Grandview.com.

Urban Zen with Lori Moffet –12:30-1:30pm. This class is appropriate for everyone, whether recovering from an illness or injury or simply in need of tender loving care. The modalities of Urban Zen include gentle movements, restorative yoga poses, body scans, breath practices, aroma-therapy and Reiki. Each session guides students through a different symptom. Experience a respite from a busy day. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Next Level: High Intensity Training – 5:30-6:30pm. This total body workout shocks muscles with an always-changing format and set of ex-ercises. Any fitness level can have benefit from this program. Builds endurance, reduces body fat and increases flexibility. $10. Elite Physiques, 350 E Orange Rd, Lewis Center. 740-548-3637. ElitePhysiquesInc.com.Fascial Flow – 7-8pm. Incorporate foam rollers, trigger point props, stability equipment, develop-mental patterning, and yoga to uniquely access and work through tension, pain, and stress. Instructor: Melinda Cooksey, PhD. $20. All Life Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. AllLifeCenter.org.

tuesdayTea for Tuesdays – 10am-6pm. During regular Tuesday business hours, come sample a warm tea in the cold months, and a cool tea in the warm months. Free. Boline Apothecary. 15 W Dunedin Rd., Co-lumbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.Chair Yoga – 11:15am-12:15pm. Designed for those who might have difficulty using a yoga mat, this class is suitable for all levels of practice and includes standing poses and balances, plus work along a wall to lengthen and strengthen the body. $15. Yoga-Well-Being, 1890 Northwest Blvd., Ste. 340, Columbus. 614-432-7553. YWBYoga.com.Mid-Day Hatha Yoga – 12:15-1pm. Prep the body to handle the rest of the day centered, grounded, but stimulated and strong. Open to all levels. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. [email protected]. Shift-Grandview.com.Hot Flow Level 1/2 with Anne Weidinger – 7:30-8:15pm. Grow Yoga, 1780 W 5th Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.iRest Yoga Nidra with Michele Vinbury – 7:30-8:15pm. iRest® Yoga Nidra is an evidence-based, ancient transformative practice of deep relaxation and meditative inquiry. Release negative emotions and thought patterns, and calm the nervous system. Develop an inner sanctuary of well-being and equanimity that underlies all life circumstances. Learn how to live contentedly and free of conflict, anxiety, fear, and suffering by opening mind and body to their inherent health and wholeness. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Big Asana with Michelle Winship – 7:30-9pm. A safe space for people with larger bodies who may not have felt welcomed and honored in other movement classes. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.

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wednesdayMorning Meditation – 8:30-9am. An empower-ing and relaxing way to set the tone for the day or week. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. [email protected]. Shift-Grandview.com.Hatha Level 1/2 with Jodi Patton – 9:30-11pm. This is an appropriate class for students who have completed Yoga on High’s Hatha New Beginner Class or have equivalent introductory yoga experience. This mixed-level class allows students continue the study and practice of Hatha yoga fundamentals; students are also invited to explore more advanced poses with the comfort of modifications. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.comKundalini Yoga – 5:45-7:45pm. An all-encom-passing yoga that uses pranayam (breathing techniques), yoga posture, movements, mantra, deep relaxation, and meditation. Flexibility is not required, however, and open mind is important. $15/drop-in, $12/two or more classes. Center for Wholeness, 4041 N High St, 614-596-6385. [email protected]. CFWohio.org.Weight Loss Workshop – 6-7pm. Informative Workshop with Dr. Ardie Singh, introducing Nu-triMost All-Natural Ultimate Weight Loss System. Learn more about correcting hormone levels, clearing toxins, losing fat and restoring balance to the body. Free. Worthington Health Solutions, 55 Caren Ave, Ste 360, Worthington. 614-436-9355. 614FatLoss.com.Tai Chi – 6-7:15pm. A moving meditation done standing that centers and grounds the practitioner. Build strength and balance in the physical body while enhancing internal vital energy. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. [email protected]. ShiftGrandview.com.Beginning Yingjie Tai Chi – 6:30-8pm. This Tai Chi style blends various martial arts into a philosophy designed to develop strength, relaxation, and self-defense. Positive energy for stress relief. $35/session, $85/monthly. The Grey Budha, 400 West Rich St, Columbus. 614-975-7683. GreyBudha.Weebly.com.

thursdayMixed Level Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Participants build strength, plus increase flexibility and balance. Poses move gracefully from one to the next, using the inhalation and exhalation of the breath as a guide for each movement. Taught by Lisa Chorey. $15/drop-in. Elite Physiques, 350 E Orange Rd, Lewis Center. 740-548-3637. ElitePhysiquesInc.com.Sekoia with Michele Vinbury – 9:45-11am. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.$5 Karma Yoga – 12-1pm. Grow Yoga, 1780 W 5th Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Mid-Day Hatha Yoga – 12:15-1pm. Prep the body to handle the rest of the day centered, grounded, but stimulated and strong. Open to all levels. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. [email protected]. ShiftGrandview.com.

Anxiety and Depression Group – 4-5:30pm. Small group to provide support for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, PTSD, or bipolar disorder. Individual must be screened through a brief phone interview before attending group. $30-$40/session. Dr. Schulz, 4230 Tuller Rd, Suite 201, Dublin. 614-766-0379. [email protected]. EMAPDrSchulz.com.Turtle Flow Yoga – 6:35-7:35pm. Experience completeness by integrating breath and movement to create a powerful and stabilizing, yet delicate and meditative flow. The measured pace supports quality of breath, postural alignment, and aware-ness of the body and mind. Great for beginners to advanced yogis. $15. Arena District Athletic Club, 325 John H. McConnell Blvd, Ste 150, Columbus. 614-719-9616. MaggieFekete.com.Columbus Threshold Choir – 7-8:30pm. For those who can carry a tune, and enjoy conveying kindness through singing. This all-women choir is dedicated to singing at the bedsides of those struggling between living and dying. 35 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus. Free. 614-580-2551. Thresh-oldChoir.org/Columbus.Kundalini Yoga as Taught by Yogi Bhajan – 7-8:30pm. All Life Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Dela-ware. $15. 812-219-2339. [email protected]. AllLifeCenter.org.

friday$5 Karma Yoga – 3-4pm. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.

Dancing Mindfulness – 7:30-8:30pm. For begin-ners and experienced movers alike, this medita-tion and creative movement class explores the mind-body connection and mindfulness through dance. $10 suggested donation. Center for Whole-ness, 4140 N High St, Columbus. 614-546-6264. DancingMindfulness.com.

saturdayFree Meditation with Jasmine Grace – 8-8:20am. Join Jasmine Grace for a pre-practice meditation. A short, but complete meditation practice. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Guided Meditation – 10-11am. The perfect class for beginners and those who have never meditated before. Relax the mind and return home energized and refreshed. Certified Meditation Instructor Sheri Mollica-Rathburn will teach new tools and techniques for dealing with stress, anxiety, and negativity while demonstrating how to benefit most with the breath. Drop-ins welcome. $10. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.Hatha Beginner Drop-In with Mary Ellen Bib-yk – 10:30-11:45am. Class assumes no prior yoga experience and covers basic breath work and yoga postures. Simple stretches and deep relaxation are included each week. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Ashtanga Beginner Drop-in with Stella Cor-nett – 12-1:30pm. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.


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herbalist who uses time-tested, tried-and-true methods to select and curate her “good for you” offerings. We also carry local and national lines of homeopathic remedies, Ayurvedic medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), dried bulk herbs, spices, body care ingredients and essential oils. Classes are held regularly on the demonstration and hands-on creation of human and pet remedies. Many of our raw ingredients are sourced locally, so be sure to visit regularly to view our seasonal offerings. See ad, page 38.

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BRAINCORE THERAPYDeb Wellmes, MA, CCC/SLP, NDBeecher Wellness Center428 Beecher Rd, Ste B, [email protected]

Bra inCore Therapy™ provides a unique, drug-free approach to treating Brainwave Dysregulation, a condition brought about

by tension on the nervous system from a variety of factors. Brainwave Dysregulation may be associated with several neurological conditions such as ADD/ADHD, insomnia, panic attacks, autism, anxiety, memory loss, TBI, migraines and PTSD.

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CHIROPRACTIC

BEECHER CHIROPRACTICDr. Joseph IuvaraDr. Benjamin LongDr. Paul Valenti428 Beecher Rd, Ste B, Gahanna614-855-5533BeecherChiro.com

We l c o m e t o B e e c h e r Chiropractic and Wellness Center. Our goal is to help improve your health through complementary and integrative techniques designed to enrich and balance your everyday

life. Our team of doctors and therapists have created a welcoming environment where each person is treated based on their own unique needs. Balancing all aspects of a person on an individual basis, and offering cutting-edge treatments that are only available in our center, sets us apart as Ohio’s foremost chiropractic and wellness center.

WESTERVILLE CHIROPRACTIC AND NUTRITIONDr. Doug Endel528 S Otterbein Ave, Westerville614-898-9195WestervilleChiroAndNutrition.com

We work with people who want to be as healthy as possible, as naturally as possible. We use gentle and specific chiropractic care, specialized nutrition, massage, and many other means to get your health on the right track. Once you know what is really wrong and really right with your health, you can develop a solid game plan to make the changes you want to make. You will then have the satisfaction of knowing you made the right decisions to take action now. See ad, page 32.

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Dental Alternatives is the dental office of Richard M. DeLano III, DDS, MS. Dr. DeLano pract ices

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DIGESTIVE HEALTH

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH OASISKate Dixon, Loomis Digestive Specialist, CNHP, Certified Colon HydrotherapistDr. Michael H. Fritz, Chiropractor, Certified Applied Kinesiologist, Certified Microscopist, Naturopathic Doctor10223 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell614-717-9144Info@AlternativeHealthOasis.comAlternativeHealthOasis.com

Each year statistics show that more Americans complain of d i g e s t i v e p a i n . T h e s e discomforts are commonly attributed to symptoms such as: stomachache, allergies, skin problems, depression, anxiety,

immune dysfunctions and diarrhea. They may also be related to chronic pain, bloating and cramps. We believe diet and digestion play a major role in the prevention and reversal of chronic degenerative disease. We objectively test and compare against our extensive patient history survey to determine which specific enzymes and nutrients are missing from the client, and then help bring the body back into balance.

THAT ENZYME LADYChristina McLaughlin, Loomis Digestive Health Specialist, CNHP, EPT PractitionerBased in [email protected]

In our world today, stress a leading cause of disease. Stress comes in three forms: mechanical, emotional and nutritional. Each form includes excesses and deficiencies. I am trained and certified to determine your source of stress, using a combinat ion of object ive diagnostic tools: palpation, 24-hour

urinalysis, plus postural and lymphatic function exams. Urinalysis is particularly effective, as it pinpoints the biochemistry of the body and paints a clear picture of your individual health. Furthermore, I educate my clients on strategic lifestyle changes and use customized enzyme replacement therapy to relieve dietary stress, support specific organ systems, and restore normal function. Whether I am the most recent stop on your health journey, or your first curious inquiry, my passion is to restore balance in people so they can live a fulfilling life with renewed vitality. Call me for a free initial 25-minute consultation.

ESSENTIAL OILS

DOTERRA ESSENTIAL OILSLori and Mark Vaas, Blue Diamond Wellness Advocates614-582-7680LoriVaas@gmail.comHealing-Essential-Oils.com

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medicine: essential oils! We will teach you how at our free classes. doTERRA is the only brand to be third-party certified as 100 percent pure and potent, and why it is currently being used in many hospitals, including locally at the OSU’s James Cancer Hospital. Email us for a current class schedule, or to schedule your free private consult. Also visit our Facebook page – Lori’s Essential Oil Well. See ad, page 35.

FENG SHUI

FENG SHUI INSTITUTE OF AMERICAConnie Spruill, Owner/Director An International Feng Shui Certification School614-325-5452 (cell)614-837-8370 (school)[email protected]

We enroll new students throughout the year for feng shui certification. Our program teaches a scientific a n d m i n d f u l a p p r o a c h , incorporating brain science and teaching only remedies that are backed up by science. We offer a proven business system training

that guarantees new profit centers for your holistic practice. We are a Certified Gold School with the International Feng Shui Guild. Private feng shui consultations are available for residential and businesses. Continuing education courses can be customized for your industry. If you are not inclined to enroll in full certification, we offer a personal feng shui coaching course to apply to your own life. See ad, page 20.

FITNESS

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FURNITURE

T.Y. FINE FURNITUREWes Miller, Sales Manager106 E Moler St, Columbus614-929-5255Service@TYFineFurniture.comTYFineFurniture.com

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INTEGRATIVE PSYCHIATRY

BRAIN ENERGY MDDr. Linda Cole, MD287 W Johnstown Rd, Gahanna614-887-7731BrainEnergyMD.com

Optimize your journey to wellness. Specializing in t r e a t m e n t p l a n s f o r depression, mild cognitive impairment, adult ADHD, OCD, anxiety and other mood disorders. Integrative P s y c h i a t r y c o m b i n e s

medical and holistic approaches to find and correct the underlying causes of disease, by first looking where problems tend to begin (in your gut, immune and endocrine systems) and then testing for your particular imbalances and deficiencies.

INTEGRATIVE THERAPY

OASIS OF THE HEARTTabby Sapene, MSW, LISW-S6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin614-273-5698OasisOfTheHeart.com

At Oasis of the Heart, we are dedicated to addressing our clients’ needs based on a h o l i s t i c a p p r o a c h , integrating all aspects of their experience. We see the events that one experiences in life as opportunities to

grow – mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Create a more balanced life by becoming in tune with your “whole” self. We provide counseling, consultation, energy therapy, crystal therapy and guided meditation/imagery, plus offer a selection of energy-infused crystal jewelry and organic skin care products.

JEWELRYAUDACIOUS BOUTIQUEMary Curran, Owner4375 W Dublin-Granville Rd, Dublin614-799-8951AudaciousBoutique.com

Audacious Bou-t ique fea tu res American-made c l o t h i n g a n d

jewelry items, including sustainably-made pieces from Alex and Ani, plus locally-made organic herbal salves. We also offer a wide variety of sunglasses, scarves, handbags and accessories. Let us help you build your wardrobe, from top to bottom. We carry products for all ages. Stop in to see our rotating seasonal offerings. See ad, page 17.

MASSAGE THERAPY

KNOX COUNTY CAREER CENTER - SCHOOL OF MASSAGE THERAPYDiane Fisher, LMT, NMT, Program Coordinator308 Martinsburg Rd, Mount [email protected]

W h e t h e r y o u a r e interested in a career in massage therapy, or prefer to rece ive a massage from one of our qualified students, we

are here for you. Founded in 1999, KCCC Massage offers small classes with individualized instruction and hands-on experience. Our 817-hour program focuses on three areas: therapeutic massage, anatomy and physiology, and professional development. Call today for more information about our program or student clinic. See ad, page 32.

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NIKWORKSVijayakumar Kannan, OwnerBased in [email protected]

Nikworks was started to help revive the production of traditional, handcrafted arts in Ind ia wh i l e f i nanc ia l ly supporting organizations that operate at the grassroots level to educate, empower and raise the standard of living for

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HYPNOTHERAPY

INTEGRATIVE HYPNOTHERAPYTD Hickerson, Certified Hypnotherapist77 E Wilson Bridge Rd #200, Worthington614-304-1061Info@Integrative-Hypnotherapy.comIntegrative-Hypnotherapy.com

At Integrative Hypnotherapy, we help our cl ients grow by addressing past issues that keep them frustrated, worried and hurt. We help them find the relief they need, while instilling confidence, ease and peace in their daily lives. If you need some support, or know someone

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MEDITATION

OM2OHM WELLNESS STUDIOSheri Mollica-Rathburn, Owner, C.MI324 W Case St, [email protected]

O m 2 O h m w i l l change the way you think about stress management. We

offer Peace Management for individuals and groups, teaching management of daily peace as opposed to stress. Through Certified Meditation Instruction, Sound Healing, Chromotherapy, Mindfulness based guidance, Energy and Body Work we will transform and empower you. Allow yourself time for peace in our beautiful Om2Ohm wellness center, leave your worries at the door and enter into your “Om away from home”.

NATURAL FOODS

BEXLEY NATURAL MARKET508 N Cassady Ave, Bexley614-252-3951BexleyNaturalMarket@yahoo.comBexleyNaturalMarket.org

The Bexley Natural Market is a not-for-profit coop-e ra t ive g roce ry s to re dedicated to providing food of the highest possible nutritional quality to our members and community.

We provide many local and organic products, bulk foods, organic herbs and spices, as well as a vast array of vitamins and supplements to support the health of our customers. We like to support local businesses and farmers by being a space in which their products are available. See ad, page 20.

IT’S ALL NATURAL!1360 Cherry Bottom Rd, Gahanna614-476-6159ItsAll-Natural.com

It’s All Natural! is a prominent source of vegetarian and vegan products, offering organic, eco-conscious and down-to-earth items. Our mission is to promote a benevolent, eco-friendly and vegan lifestyle. We strive to be

fertile ground where seeds of love can be planted to grow in health and harmony. See ad, page 37.

RAISIN RACK NATURAL FOOD MARKET2545 W Schrock Rd, Westerville614-882-5886RaisinRack.com

Raisin Rack offers a complete variety of organic groceries, including gluten-free

foods, vegan/vegetarian products, and dairy-free items. Bulk grains, herbs, nuts and seeds accompany organically-grown fruits and vegetables, as well as a complete selection of vitamins, minerals, herbals and other nutrients from leading national brands. See ad, page 7.

NATUROPATHY

PHOENIX WELLNESS CENTERDr. Trudy Pieper, NDDr. Allison Engelbert, ND10 S Main St, Johnstown740-616-9949PhoenixWellness4U.com

Drs. Trudy and Allison are board c e r t i f i e d a n d accredited by the

American Naturo-pathic Medical Association (ANMA), the oldest and largest professional naturopathic medical organization in the U.S. Dr. Trudy is author of Prevention is the Cure for Cancer and was awarded the ANMA 2014 Higher Achievement Award. Dr. Allison is a Master Herbalist and specializes in women’s wellness.

PET SERVICES

GREEN SCOOPJendell Duffner, OwnerBased in [email protected]

We are a unique pet w a s t e r e m o v a l company that recycles dog, cat, rabbit, and chicken waste by

converting it to either EPA-approved compost or natural gas and electricity. We can accommodate any size household, community or business. We also sell compost, mulch, topsoil, firewood bundles and compostable dog waste bags, and donate a percentage of the proceeds to local charitable and environmental organizations. See ad, page 8.

PSYCHOLOGICALCOUNSELING

GEORGE O. SCHULZ, PH.D.4230 Tuller Rd, Ste 201, Dublin614-766-0379 EMAPDrSchulz.com

Dr. Schulz is a licensed psychologist who specializes in a gentle, integrative approach that provides: relaxation, release from post-traumatic stress, and relief from depression, anxiety or panic attacks. He provides skills training for both healthy conflict resolution and building healthy interpersonal relationships at home and work. He is grounded by an inclusive, faith-based Christian perspective that involves grace, forgiveness and a loving Creator, instead of fear or judgment.

REAL ESTATE

DUNIGAN REAL ESTATE GROUPCindy Dunigan, Realtor3500 N High St, [email protected]

There are only a handful of Realtors in the Central Ohio area t h a t c a r r y t h e N a t i o n a l Association of Realtors GREEN designation, and Cindy Dunigan is one of them. She has taken the

initiative to encourage the industry to produce more sustainable homes, and helps communities to reduce their consumption by implementing sustainable practices. Cindy is devoted to reducingher own footprint on the environment, and livesby her motto: “We can make a significant impacton the world around us one person at a time.”

REIKIHEALING TOUCH WELLNESSSara Awad, Certified Reiki Practitioner1516 W First Ave, Grandview Heights123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware614-535-8787Sara@HealingTouchColumbus.comHealingTouchColumbus.com

Optimize your journey to wel lness wi th holistic care for the mind, body and spirit. Tradi t ional Reiki p r o v i d e s a s a f e ,

effective approach to stress reduction, pain relief, weight loss, and recovery from illness, injury or addiction. We also offer aromatherapy, essential oils and the Raindrop Technique® from Young Living.

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THE NATURAL NAIL SPA8487 Sancus Blvd, Columbus 614-985-3205 TheNaturalNailSpa.com

Incorporating the most n a t u r a l p r o d u c t s a n d processes for manicure, pedicure and waxing, while maintaining the highest

level of cleanliness and sterilization available. See ad, page 41.

VIRTUE SALONMelanie Guzzo, Owner3282 N High St, Columbus614-725-2329VirtueVeganSalon.com

We are committed to helping men and women enjoy the luxuries of the modern beauty industry without harming animals, the environment or our health. We are dedicated to working in an

organized, stress-free setting while enjoying a holistic lifestyle within true community. See ad, page 20.

WELLNESS CENTER

BIOHEALTH WELLNESS CENTERDr. David Siegel, DC, CCN, DACBN1335 Worthington Woods Blvd, Worthington614-431-0555BioHealthOhio.com

At BioHealth Wellness Center, we restore hope through treating the underlying causes of

your health challenges by providing customized, natural, drug-free care. With more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Siegel uses a unique approach of targeted toxicology, hormonal and nutritional imbalance corrections, and brain dysfunction therapies. Our services include Field Control Therapy, Neurofeedback, Interactive Metronome, Quantum Reflex Integration and Hako-Med Horizontal Therapy. We are truly a place Where Wellness Begins. See ad, page 11.

YOGA

GOYOGAFour locations: New Albany, Powell, Upper Arlington, Worthington 844-469-6428 GoYogaUSA.com

At GoYoga, we are regular working people with busy schedules and t ight budgets , on a

mission to inspire the Central Ohio community through providing convenient and affordable yoga classes, taught by compassionate and knowledgeable instructors. With over 150 programs each week, ranging from Beginners Series, workshops, and 100, 200 and 500-hour teacher training courses, we are here to provide you with a life-changing opportunity to live stronger, healthier and more mindfully. REAL YOGA FOR REAL PEOPLE! See ad, page 3.

RENEW WELLNESSJamie Eversole, RYT-200, LISW287 W Johnstown Rd, Gahanna614-305-5102JamieEversole@Renew-Wellness-Center.comRenew-Wellness-Center.com

As wi th a l l serv ices p r o v i d e d a t R e n e w Wellness (RW), RW Yoga is committed to helping students discover and

become their best selves. Classes, from gentle yoga to power flow, are designed such that participant can connect with a deeper level of being,and achieve a state of peace and contentment within. Teachers double as mental health professionals, so classes are therapeutic in nature and also trauma sensitive. In addition to strengthening the physical body, sessions provide students with practices that help to decrease stress, increase energy, develop mindfulness, and create more balance overall. RW Yoga offers a full weekly drop-in schedule, as well as workshops and series classes. Come try your first class for free! See ad, page 23.

LEAVES OF LIFE – INTEGRATIVE WELLNESS CENTERMike Lazaro, Reiki Master7720 Rivers Edge Dr, Ste 121, [email protected]

Leaves of Life focuses on helping clients achieve optimal health holistically, through individualized diet and lifestyle changes, t a r g e t e d n u t r i t i o n ,

detoxification, hormone balancing and energy work. Our approach empowers, educates and treats the patient, not the illness, by removing roadblocks to healing, addressing deficiencies and imbalances, and harmonizing the mind, body and spirit. Mike utilizes a combination of Pranic Healing, Chi Gung, Reiki and Quantum Touch.

THE REIKI CENTERLinda Haley, RMT, Director 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus 614-486-8323 TheReikiCenter.net

The Reiki Center is Central Ohio’s oldest and largest natural wellness center, plus the only center to offer Reiki classes in the traditional format. More than 20 services are available to meet

your wellness, spiritual and emotional goals, including energy therapies, therapeutic bodywork, shamanic and intuitive services, as well as animal therapies. Open daily from 9am-9pm. See ad, page 35.

TOTAL ENERGY HEALTHSue Marting, RMT4238 Broadway, Grove City614-499-2572TotalEnergyHealth.com

Total Energy Health is a holistic healing practice that focuses on stress reduction, pain relief, and recovery from illness and injury at the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual level. Each service is customized for the client’s maximum benefit. Benefits include increased energy, pain relief, reduced stress and a better night’s sleep. Sue Marting is a certified Reiki Master Teacher and practices Reiki, Integrated Energy Therapy, Tapping, Access Bars, Reflexology and Raindrop Technique. See ad, page 19.

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