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Choose HappinessDaily Practices for a Happier Life

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letterfrompublisherWelcome to the June “Happiness/Balanced Man” issue of Natural Awakenings Central Ohio.

The CNN program “The Wonder List With Bill Weir” recently profiled the south Asian country of Bhutan. A key subject of the episode was how the nation mea-

sures its overall health through Gross National Happiness (GNH) as opposed to Gross National Product (GNP), an economic measure of the goods and services a nation is able to produce and sell. The novel concept of GNH was created in 1972 by the nation’s prior king, and is closely tied to a core tenet of the

country’s official Buddhist religion to constantly seek to alleviate suffering. The king’s intention was to shift the focus away from money as a measure of success and instead examine other ways the government can help ensure the wide-spread and consistent well-being of its constituents. Core initiatives include pro-viding a strong cultural framework and encouraging sustainable development through a focus on environmental stewardship. My college major was sociology, the study of people in specific sub-groups such as education, criminal justice, family, culture or religion. As such, I am fascinated with any intersection of multiple categories on a macro level, such as how this socioeconomic goal, couched in an entire faith system, is being applied on an equally large scale by the government to an entire nation. In 1999, I studied in South Africa. The country was still just beginning to emerge from the aftermath of the apartheid system under which a minority of foreigners directly suppressed the economic mobility of the indigenous popula-tion according to racial bias. In my six months there, what I saw when I visited the townships, or ghettos, were some of the relatively happiest people I had encountered in life, even to this day. With an utter absence of wealth, value and meaning in life was instilled through a dramatically heightened sense of com-munity. Circumstances placed a large majority of people in an utterly unjust yet nearly equal socioeconomic boat, and the artificial removal of material items as a comparative tool leveled the playing field as a measure of relative success. I tend to think of happiness an absence of major stressors coupled with the consistent presence of positive social interaction and a reasonable standard of living through ready availability of basic needs such as food, clothing and shelter. While money provides a means to these ends, it is not a silver bullet. We tend to measure ourselves against others in our relative socioeconomic status, as well as our immediate surroundings in home and work environments. Even as wealth increases and we shift up or down the income scale, our penchant to compare does not wane and we often take stock of our lives by what we do not have, rather than what we actually do. When our wants drive our motivations, we lose sight of all the things we already have that provide ample fodder for happiness and well-being. A good mental exercise is to imagine what life would be like if all creature comforts and the endless parade of material items ceased to be. Assume basic needs are still met and then consider which aspects of daily life would be worth celebrating. At a bare minimum, reflect on what in life would provide the most happiness.


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14 CHOOSE HAPPINESS Daily Practices for a Happier Life by Judith Fertig

18 MANE LINE CARE Natural Ways to Prevent Hair Loss by Jody McCutcheon

20 BUFF AND BALANCED Bodybuilders Turn to Yoga by Aimee Hughes

22 HOT DAYS ARE HARD ON PETS How to Prevent, Detect and Treat Heatstroke by Shawn Messonnier

24 DITCH THE HOTEL Explore Airbnb and House Swapping or Sitting Options Instead by Avery Mack

28 FATHERLY LOVE How to Be the Dad Kids Need by Armin Brott

30 FAST WHOLE-FOOD SNACKS Tasty Homemade Alternatives to Junk Food by Judith Fertig

33 EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE How to Foster Useful Feelings by Harvey Deutschendorf

34 GAY HENDRICKS ON DEVELOPING LASTING LOVE Relationships Can Grow Stronger at Midlife and Beyond by S. Alison Chabonais

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newsbriefsCommunity Market Hosts Inaugural Strawberry Festival

On Sunday, June 19, from noon to 4 p.m., to celebrate Father’s Day weekend and the

advent of summer, Delaware County Community Market has organized an event featuring local ven-dors, games for kids, a “Hole in One” activity for dads, live music and plenty of strawberries.

The nonprofit business is also the site of a community garden with raised planter beds made from recycled materials.

Location: 222 E. William St., Delaware. For more information, call 740-610-0091 or visit DCCMC.com.

Gahanna General Store Holds Vegan Sampling Event

It’s All Natural! will host an outdoor summer pop-up market Sunday, June 19, from noon to 4 p.m., on the grounds of the

Ching Ter Maitreya Temple, a Buddhist gathering space. Well-known and brand-new vendors will feature a variety of vegan items, including cruelty-free cosmetics and beauty products, as well as food sampling. Other offerings include essential oils and jewelry, and Upton Naturals will

present vegan cooking demonstrations. All proceeds from vendors and raffles will be donated to The Sunrise Sanc-tuary, a Marysville-based nonprofit care and rescue organization for abused or neglected animals.

Location: 2891 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Gahanna. For more information, call 614-476-6159 or visit ItsAll-Natural.com. See ad, page 35.

Columbus Yoga Studio Relocates to Nearby Fitness Facility

Yoga-Well-Being is moving to EquiVita, a rehabilitation and general fitness center just over one mile away. “We

have been searching for a new permanent home for a long time,” says owner and founder Sipra Pimputkar. She puts the shift in the perspective of a larger pattern in life. “There is always trepidation and uncertainty with every move, and change comes with a touch of nervousness. But change is happening all the time; every moment is new

and different,” she elaborates. “We tend to simply look for the familiar in our daily lives because it makes us comfortable to be stable.” To mark the occasion, the studio will offer a free class from 4 to 7 a.m. on Wednesday, June 1. The class will be taught by Sada Nam, and is a Sadhana in the Kundalini style.

Location: 1510 Hess St., Columbus. For more information, visit YWBYoga.com.

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School has two new facilities in Hilliard and

Upper Arlington. The chain of day care centers offer organic meals and snacks from scratch, plus provide diapers, wipes and linens as part of its tuition for infants to school-age children. In addition to the weekly curricu-lum, enrichment classes are provided in yoga, dance, gymnastics, music and cooking. Since opening in 2014 with locations in Dublin and Powell, The Barrington School has achieved two perfect scores from state inspectors.

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Walk/Run 5K Event Supports Local Food Pantries

Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center,

managed by Domin-ican Sisters of Peace, will host an all-ter-rain race on Saturday, June 11, at 9 a.m. The course surveys a

diverse landscape of natural gardens, meadow trails and wooded paths. Proceeds from the event help pro-vide fresh produce for people in need by supporting the center’s commitment to donate 60 to 65 percent of their an-nual harvest yield to area food pantries. Over the past seven years, Shepherd’s Corner has donated 17,500 pounds of naturally-grown produce.

Cost to enter: $30/adults, $15/children under 12. Location: 987 N. Waggoner Rd., Blacklick. For more information, visit ShepherdsCorner.org/5K.


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Live Comedy Evokes Trust and Empathy

Research from the UK Univer-sity of Surrey has found that

witnessing live comedy increases emotional interaction and bond-ing between the spectators and performer and enhances a gen-eral feeling of trust and intimacy among participants through the shared experience. Published in the journal

Comedy Studies, the study was conducted by doctoral can-didate Tim Miles, who analyzed surveys and interviews of audience members, as well as comedians, including some well-known performers. Miles found that comics and au-diences connected through sharing of admiration and em-pathy. Bonds also formed as the audience began to identify with the observations and experiences of the comic. “Comedy has often been seen to be a bit frivolous, but it’s actually something really important. My work looking at comedians and comedy audiences has shown how live, stand-up comedy fulfills a need for feelings of truth, trust, empathy and intimacy between people, which is really important in a society where many people often complain about feeling isolated,” says Miles. Ashwagandha

Pumps Up TestosteroneLow testosterone levels

can be problematic for men as they age. Fortu-nately, Mother Nature produces her own form of testosterone booster: the herb ashwagandha. Research published in the Journal of the In-ternational Society of

Sports Nutrition tested 57 men between the ages of 18 and 50. They were divided into two groups—one was given 300 milligrams of the herbal extract twice a day for eight weeks; the other ingested a placebo for the same period. Both groups underwent supervised muscle training pro-grams for the duration of the study. The men that took the ashwagandha had significantly higher levels of circulating testosterone compared to the placebo group. The ashwagandha group also experienced an increase in muscle mass in the chest and arms, yielding an average arm muscle size of 8.6 centimeters, compared to the placebo group’s 5.3 centimeters. Those men in the ashwagandha group also exhibited faster reductions of creatine kinase, a marker for the type of muscle fiber injury that occurs during strenuous exercise, following workouts.

Omega-3s May Increase Risk of Prostate CancerResearch published in the Journal

of the National Cancer Institute has confirmed that high blood levels of DHA, EPA and DPA—three ome-ga-3 fatty acids found in fish oil supplements—are linked to prostate cancer. The study from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center tested 834 men with prostate cancer and 1,393 healthy men; they found that such high concentrations were associated with a 71 percent increased risk of more serious prostate cancer and a 44 percent increase in the risk of less serious prostate cancer. The overall increased risk in all prostate cancers was 43 percent. The findings of this study confirm similar research in 2011 and another large European study. “What’s important is that we have been able to replicate our findings from 2011,” says one of the more recent study’s authors, Theodore Brasky, Ph.D.

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Awe and Wonder Prime Physical Health

Two related studies from the University of California, Berkeley, suggest that

the act of admiring the beauty of nature with awe and wonder can de-crease inflammation in the body. More than 200 adults reported their experiences of emotions on a particular day, including amusement, awe, compas-sion, joy, contentment and pride. Samples

of the subjects’ gum and cheek tissues were analyzed for cytokines, and the researchers found those that cited emotions of awe, wonder and amazement had the lowest levels of the pro-inflammatory cytokine interleukin-6 (IL-6). UC Berkeley professor and co-author of the research Dacher Keltner, Ph.D., says, “That awe, wonder and beauty promote healthier levels of cytokines suggests that the things we do to experience these emotions—a walk in nature, losing oneself in music, beholding art—have a direct influence upon health and life expectancy.”

Medicinal Mushroom Heals HPVResearch from the University of Texas

Medical School and Health Science Center has found that a medicinal mush-room extract may be able to eradicate human papillomavirus (HPV), a com-mon sexually transmitted disease. Presented last fall at the 11th International Conference of the Society for Integrative Oncology, in Houston, the clinical study treated 10 women that tested positive for HPV with the mushroom mycelia extract called active hexose correlated compound (AHCC). The patients were given three grams of the AHCC once a day for six months or longer. Eight of them tested negative for HPV after the period, includ-ing three that were confirmed HPV-eradicated after stopping the AHCC treat-ment. The two other patients continued receiving the extract. A phase II clinical trial led by Dr. Judith Smith, a professor at the UT Medi-cal School, will be conducted.

E-Cigarettes Produce Free RadicalsElectronic cigarette use, or vaping,

is on the rise as many consider it a healthier alternative to smok-ing. However, in a study published in the American Chemical Society journal Chemical Research in Tox-icology, researchers from the Penn State University College of Medicine report that e-cigarettes produce considerable levels of reactive free radicals created by the high-tem-perature heating coils that warm up the nicotine solution. Dr. John Richie, a professor at Penn State and senior author of the research, says, “The identification of these radicals in the aerosols means that we can’t just say e-cig-arettes are safe because they don’t contain tobacco. They are poten-tially harmful.” The researchers found that levels of free radicals in e-cigarettes are between 100 to 1,000 times less than the levels produced by tobacco cigarettes, still making them a better choice than traditional cigarettes although they still carry risk. Richie explains, “The levels of radicals that we’re seeing are more than what you might get from a heavily air-polluted area, but less than what you might find in cigarette smoke.” Previous research has found that e-cigarette smoke also contains aldehydes that can potentially cause cellular and tissue damage.

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Well WellNew Healthy Building StandardThe WELL Building Standard, admin-istered by the International WELL Building Institute, is the world’s first development criterion to focus exclu-sively on human health and wellness. It marries best practices in design and construction with evidence-based medical and scientific research, harnessing the built environment as a vehicle to support human health and well-being. Pioneered by the Delos company and the culmina-tion of seven years of research in partnership with leading scientists, doctors, architects and wellness thought leaders, WELL is grounded in a body of medical research that ex-plores the connection between the buildings where people spend more than 90 percent of their time and the health and wellness impacts on occupants. It sets performance requirements in seven categories: air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort and state of mind. WELL-certified spaces can help foster improvements in the nutrition, fitness, moods, sleep patterns and perfor-mance of occupants. WELL is independently certified by Green Business Certification Inc., which administers the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program and associated professional credentialing program.

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Nature’s MetricRethinking All Aspects of SocietyThe International Living Future Institute’s Living Future Challenge presents a bold new framework for rethinking how systems, products, buildings and communities are de-signed. Based on the elegant and profound architecture of its recent Living Building Challenge that cites nature as the ultimate metric for success, the Living Future Challenge is now branching out to influence aspects of society. The Living Community Challenge applies Living Building concepts to entire communities or cities; the Living Product Challenge asks designers and manufacturers to create net positive products; Net Zero Energy Building cer-tification rates successful energy conservation in both new and existing buildings; Just becomes the social justice label for appropriately certified organizations; Declare confirms the merit of nutrition labels; and Reveal affirms a building’s energy efficiency status.

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Buzz BenefactorsMore Retailers Ban Bee-Toxic ProductsAmidst the growing pollinator crisis and due to public pressure, Aldi Süd, the Ger-man supermarket chain with stores in the U.S., has become the first major European retailer to ban pesticides toxic to bees, in-cluding the neonicotinoids imidacloprid, clothianidin and thiamethoxam, from fruits and vegetables produced for their stores. Starting in January, Aldi produce suppliers have had to ensure their cultivation practices exclude eight pesticides identified as toxic to bees. Other retailers in the U.S. and Europe are also beginning to shun bee-toxic pesticides. Home Depot will no longer use the class of pesticides known as neonics on 80 percent of its flowering plants; completing the phase-out in 2018. Lowe’s is ending the sale of products containing neonicotinoid pesticides within 48 months. Smaller retailers are also working on removing neonics and other toxic pesticides from their shelves. The science has become increasingly clear that pesticides, working individually or synergistically, play a critical role in the ongoing decline of honeybees and other pollinators. Bees in the U.S. and Europe have seen unprec-edented losses over the last decade, and bee-toxic pesti-cides like neonicotinoids have consistently been implicat-ed as a major contributing factor.

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Unsafe PlayfieldsArtificial Surfaces Pose RisksAs of January, there have been 200 nationwide cases of cancers in young athletes that played on synthetic turf—many of them lymphoma, which is uncommon in the age group. In 2013, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency withdrew earlier safety assurances and called for new, more comprehensive studies. A majority of professional and college athletes strongly prefer natural turf because those playing on syn-thetic turf suffer about 50 percent more knee and ankle injuries. Other playfields use “crumb rubber” infill made of ground-up used tires formerly considered hazardous waste. Thus, sports players may be exposed to dozens of chemi-cal compounds, most of which have never been tested for health impact; some of those tested are believed to cause cancer, birth defects, developmental and reproductive disorders and infertility.

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Municipal PioneersMore U.S. Cities Leaving the GridNassau, New York, a town of 5,000 outside Albany, plans to ramp up a combination of rooftop- and ground-mounted solar, wind turbine and landfill methane-capture tech-nologies to generate 100 percent of its power from renewable sources by 2020. “If all goes as planned, within the next four years, all six of the town buildings will be disconnected from the grid,” says Nassau Supervisor Dave Fleming. The New York Department of Public Services wants this trend to grow through its Reforming Energy Vision (REV) initiative. Governor Andrew Cuomo’s administration is actively working to help municipalities, especially core towns and schools, move toward getting a significant portion of their power from re-newable resources. Smaller, cleaner, power systems are less costly and cleaner alternatives to the traditional larger electrical stations. San Diego, California, recently committed to securing 100 percent of its energy from renewable sources by 2035. It’s the largest American city to do so. Already, at least 13 U.S. cities, including San Francisco; Burlington, Vermont; and Aspen, Colorado, have committed to 100 percent clean energy. Las Vegas is among other major cities aiming to follow suit. Hawaii has pledged the same by 2045, the most ambitious standard set by a U.S. state to date.

Source: EcoWatch.com

Bye-Bye DyeMars and Others Abandoning Artificial ColorsMars Inc., the maker of many candies, chewing gum flavors and other food products, is phasing out artificial food dyes over the next five years. The decision came as a re-sponse to growing customer demand, says CEO Grant F. Reid. Nestlé, Gen-eral Mills, Kraft and Kellogg’s have also started eliminating artificial dyes from their products due to calls for more natural ingredients. Common shades of red 40 and yellow 5 are presently ubiquitous, as per capita production of artificial coloring approved for use in food has increased more than five-fold since the 1950s. According to a study of supermarket labels by the Center for Science in Public Interest, an estimated 90 percent of child-ori-ented candies, fruit snacks, drink mixes and powders contain artificial colors, and many parents are con-cerned about their potential impact on developing brains. Several studies have scrutinized dyes’ possible link to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other effects on children’s behavior. When a study by a group of British scientists suggested a link between the consumption of certain food dyes and hyperactivity in kids, Europe and the UK began requiring food with artificial dyes to carry warning labels. The U.S. Food and Drug Administra-tion continues to maintain that no causal relationship exists between color additives and hyperactivity in children, and doesn’t require warn-ing labels.

Swedes’ SolutionSix-Hour Workday Reaps BenefitsMany Americans work 50 hours a week or more because they think they’ll get more done and reap the benefits later. However, according to a metastudy published in The Lancet, people that clock a 55-hour week have a 33 percent greater risk of stroke and 13 percent higher risk of developing coronary heart disease than those that maintain a 35- to 40-hour work week. Data from 25 studies that

monitored the health of 600,000 people from the U.S., Europe and Australia for up to 8.5 years were analyzed. Paul Kelley, of Oxford University’s Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Insti-tute, notes that even a traditional nine-to-five workday is at odds with peoples’ internal body clocks, contributing to sleep deprivation. Now Sweden is moving toward a standard six-hour workday, with some businesses having already implemented the change. Linus Feldt, CEO of Stock-holm app developer Filimundus, reports that the shift has maintained produc-tivity while decreasing staff conflicts, because people are happier and better rested. Several Toyota service centers in Gothenburg that switched to a six-hour day 13 years ago also report happier staff, a lower turnover rate and increased ease in enticing new hires. A Swedish retirement home has embarked on a yearlong experiment to compare the costs and benefits of a shorter working day.

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Throughout the past decade, success researchers and positive psychologists have sketched out

in broad strokes the big picture of our elemental yearning for happiness. According to Martin Seligman, Ph.D., and his colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia, inner happiness derives from four basic ele-ments: positive emotion, relationships, meaning in life and accomplishment. What we want to know now is how to instill happiness into daily practices. In her latest book, Better Than Before: Mastering The Habits Of Our Everyday Lives, happiness expert Gretchen Rubin fleshes out the needed details. She maintains that the shift into a happier way of being can be as sim-ple as changing our habits, which she terms the invisible architecture of daily life. Rubin found, “We repeat about 40 percent of our behavior almost daily, so our habits shape our existence and our future. If we change our habits, we change our lives.” We can start small in sometimes surprising ways that encourage per-sonal, family, workplace and commu-nity well-being. Simplify—Exercise— MeditateIsraeli-born Tal Ben-Shahar, Ph.D., a former Harvard lecturer and author

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of the bestselling Happier: Learn the Secrets to Daily Joy and Lasting Fulfill-ment, had 854 students enroll in one of his pioneering classes on happi-ness in 2006, the highest enrollment for any class at the time. “Students explored ways to apply these ideas to their life experiences and communi-ties,” he says. Today, he lectures and consults worldwide on the science of happiness, or “optimal being and functioning”. Ben-Shahar suggests we cultivate three personal habits. The first one is to simplify, saying, “We need to turn off our phones, email and other distractions at home, so we can fully be with the people we care about and that care about us. Time affluence—time to enjoy and appreciate—is a predictor of happiness.” The second is to exercise. “We were not meant to be sedentary,” he says. The third is to meditate. “Meditating helps us to develop extreme resilience to negative emotion.” Ken A.Verni, Psy.D., a clinical

psychologist in Highland Park, New Jersey, endorses the importance of a mindfulness habit. In his new book, Happiness the Mindful Way: A Practical Guide, Verni outlines easy, step-by-step actions to form a new happiness habit that concurrently reduces stress and increases enlight-enment. He starts with what he calls “compassionate attention”; being fully awake or present in our lives without judging what we’re thinking. When we view our thoughts as events in the mind, he says, conscious self-observa-tion introduces a space between our perceptions and responses, allowing us to view our thoughts as separate from the person we really are. Complementary methods may include breathing techniques or body awareness that help shift us away from anxious, “What if?” speculations into the ever-present now. With just a few minutes of mindfulness a day—the first thing in the morning or at night before retiring—according to Verni, “We can shift our relationship to ourselves and our life experiences in a way that allows for greater spacious-ness, acceptance and compassion, and in doing so, can dramatically improve the quality of our lives.”

Daily Joy at HomeAnother way to improve the quality of our life is to reverse one habit. Shonda Rhimes, creator of TV dramas that in-clude Grey’s Anatomy and Scandal, ad-mits that she’s a driven, Type-A person in her new book, Year of Yes. A busy career in Los Angeles, three children and little leisure left her feeling unhap-py, so instead of reciting her habitual, “No” to anything extraneous—like parties, eating chocolate chip cookies or spending a lazy afternoon chatting with an old friend—she decided to change that habit to, “Yes.” One of Rhimes’ most profound revelations occurred after she re-

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ground; they make it happen, with action. Cultivating happiness habits can make a marked difference in your life.

4 Be deliberately optimistic. Op-timism is imperative to emotional wellness.

4 Prioritize mindfully. Consistently align choices, intentions and actions with the top priorities of love, happi-ness and health.

4 Keep uplifting resources on hand. A few surefire mood-lifters may include a green smoothie, mani-pedi and solo dance party to at least one get-your-feet-moving song by a favorite artist.

4 Put yourself first. It’s the best way to bring your A game to everyone else.

4 Be a prolific seeker. Seek beauty, joy, adventure, pleasure, growth and powerful meaning in all areas of life. Let life move you to possibility, oppor-tunity and gratitude.

4 Don’t make things personal. Ab-solutely nothing others say or do is about you, ever.

4 Examine the worst that can hap-pen. Many of the limitations you’re placing on yourself aren’t real—they’re illusions.

4 Practice loving-kindness. Making this a habit changes the vibration of your life and the lives of those around you. Plus it feels great.

4 Be aware of your energy. Tune in to surrounding energy, as well as the energy you’re emitting and notice what needs to be adjusted or abandoned.

4 Be wary of media consumption. Limit messages in everything from email and news to books and music that take you away from the calm, open space within that revels in joy and wonder. Conversations count, too.

Kristi Ling is the author of Operation Happiness: The 3-Step Plan to Cre-ating a Life of Lasting Joy, Abundant Energy, and Radical Bliss. The life and business coach shares more at KristiL-ing.com/operationhappinessresources.

10 HABITS OF THE HAPPIEST PEOPLEby Kristi Ling

sponded positively when her children asked her to play. She observes that kids don’t want that much from us and playtime rarely involves more than 15 minutes; when we give them access and attention, it makes everyone feel good. Rubin agrees that it’s the little things that can contribute to family happiness. As a New York City moth-er of two, she decided that she’d be happier if she knew she was creating family memories. She started regularly preparing “special occasion” family breakfasts, a relatively easy meal to customize. She says, “Studies show that family traditions support children’s social development and strengthen family cohesiveness. They provide the connection and predictability that people crave. I know that I enjoy a holiday more when I know exactly what we’re going to do and when we’re going to do it.” Home for Matthieu Ricard, a biochemist turned Buddhist monk, could be a Nepalese monastery or a seat at scientific conferences around

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Happiness in the CommunityWe can foster happiness habits at home, at work and in the commu-nity. Rubin suggests starting such a group, akin to a self-help book club or bridge group, but with extra benefits. She even offers a free starter kit for those that want to try it, available via GretchenRubin.com/habits/start-a-habits-group. In addition to the happy exchange of ideas and success stories, happiness habits group members also have the benefit of being accountable to each other. Others can help us continue to color in the details supporting and forwarding the broad brushstrokes of positive emotions, relationships, mean-ing in life and accomplishments in a down-to-earth, fun way.

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happiness comes from love and takes you to a place of peace and calm. It is such emotions that beget success in relationships, health, supply, and clear purpose. Plus, it benefits everyone around you.”

Happiness Habits at WorkDallas happiness researcher Shawn Achor, founder of Goodthink, Inc., and author of The Happiness Advantage, applies the science of happiness to the workplace. His research echoes the personal positivity of Ziemer, Verni and Ben-Shahar’s approaches to nurtur-ing happiness. “Happiness is such an incredible advantage in our lives,” says Achor. “When the human brain is positive, our intelligence rises and we stop diverting resources to think about anxiety.” The Harvard Business Review published his research results: “Creativity triples and productive energy rises by 31 percent. Sales rise by 37 percent and the likelihood of promotion rises by 40 percent.” Achor’s method is helping people rewrite the way they think by first looking for positives at work. Work-ers write down three highly specific, positive things about their workday for 21 consecutive days. Rather than just, “I love my job,” acknowledge, “I love my job because I get to help people every day.” Or, “I love my morning tea because it gets me going.” Achor reports that at the end of the period, “Their brain starts to retain a pattern of scanning the world not for the nega-tive, but for the positive first.” Taking a work break for two min-utes of mindfulness is also effective. “We did this at Google,” he says. “We had employees take their hands off their keyboards for two minutes a day to go from multitasking to simply focusing on their breathing. This drops their stress levels and raises accuracy rates. It improves levels of happiness and it takes just minutes.”

HAPPIER IN JUST MINUTES

n Journaling for two minutes about one positive experience we’ve had over the past 24 hours allows our brain to relive it.

n Exercising, including 15 minutes of cardiovascular action a day, teaches our brain that our behavior matters and improves our mood.

n Meditating for even a few minutes at a time relieves an overloaded brain and allows it to focus on one thing at a time.

n Writing one quick email in the morning praising or thanking some-one we work with or just to make them happy will make us feel a sense of social support, a great predictor of happiness.

Source: The Happiness Advantage, by Shawn Achor

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the world. As the author of Happiness: A Guide to Developing Life’s Most Im-portant Skill, he defines happiness as a deep sense of flourishing that arises from an exceptionally healthy mind. “It’s not a mere pleasurable feeling, a fleeting emotion or a mood, but an optimal state of being,” he says. In order to nurture it, Ricard recommends taking some time each day for quiet reflection, noting, “The contemplative approach consists of rising above the whirlpool of our thoughts for a moment and looking calmly within, as if at an interior land-scape, to find the embodiment of our deepest aspirations.” By cultivating attention and mindfulness, the cares of everyday life become less burdensome. Such a spiritual practice of just sitting quietly for 10 minutes a day, observing the thoughts that randomly cross our minds, and then gently shooing them away, can be enormously beneficial, he says, as it helps us put things in per-spective and aim for continuous calm.

Flipping the SwitchChanging thought habits to focus on the good things in life is an approach that works for clients of Mary Lynn Ziemer, a life coach in Estero, Florida. Ziemer suggests we “flip the switch” from negative thinking and make a habit of starting our day being posi-tive and grateful for 10 minutes. She recommends we start by doing deep breathing—four seconds breathing in, hold for seven seconds, eight seconds breathing out—repeated four times. Next, we ask ourselves how we feel in the moment and identify the emotion, and then ask what thoughts we can think to feel better. The last step of the exercise is to frame a positive outlook in an affir-mation, such as, “I am so grateful that I know I am doing the best I can and everything will work out. Everything is fine.” Ziemer adds, “Remember that

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Ancient Egyptians sought to stem hair loss and stimulate hair growth with a cocktail of iron

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imbalances and illness, as well as genetics, including pattern baldness. Even air and water pollutants and sunlight’s phototoxic aging effects may facilitate alopecia (sudden hair loss). While it’s impossible to com-pletely stop natural hair loss catalyzed by aging and genes, the rate can be controlled and abnormal loss may be reversed while stimulating growth. Dietary Changes. The typical North American fat-, protein- and salt-rich diet fosters an acidic environment in the body which can lead to pre-mature hair loss. Iron-rich foods like lean red meats and dark green veggies contribute to ferritin levels sufficient to increase the hair’s growth cycle. Iron also delivers oxygen to hair follicles, further inciting growth. In a review of related research, the journal Clinical and Experimental Dermatology re-ports that double-blind data confirmed the findings of a study in women with increased hair shedding in which a significant proportion responded to l-lysine and iron therapy. Because hair is made mostly

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of protein, and protein deficiency is thought to cause hair loss, it would seem that consuming more protein would stimulate growth, although moderation is the key. Too much pro-tein may result in baldness, according to Dr. Michael Eades, who owns Pro-teinPower.com. The American Heart Association recommends against high-protein diets because most Amer-icans already eat more protein than they need. Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, shellfish, nuts and seeds and their oils can facilitate the production and action of hormones and oily lubricants that effect a healthy scalp and follicles and bouncy, shiny hair. A-complex and B-complex vita-mins also are said to promote vibrant, shiny hair; B12 to neutralize premature hair loss; vitamin C and zinc to help strengthen hair; biotin to avoid hair loss and premature graying; vitamin D to facilitate healthy follicular growth; and vitamin E to maintain a healthy, moisturized scalp. Eating whole foods like organ-ic eggs, lentils, spinach, red meat, pumpkin seeds and salmon is ideal, including plenty of fruits and vegeta-

bles for vitamins and minerals. Most vegetable skins are also rich in silica, which helps strengthen hair. Drink More Tea. Green tea, saw palmetto (or its extract) and stinging nettle tea contain ingredients that inhibit the conversion of testoster-one into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a compound that’s been linked to thinning hair and pattern baldness, according to Medical News Today. These products are used in battling some forms of alopecia and concen-trated ingredients of these teas are available in pill form. Detox. Eliminating alcohol, to-bacco and coffee can help. Excessive booze and caffeine lead to dehydra-tion, which makes hair dry and brittle, and also dramatically depletes the body’s iron and zinc levels. Cigarette smoke con-tains toxins that accelerate hair loss, as well as premature graying. Chill Out. Stress is a widely known factor in hair loss, specifically of a condition called telogen efflu-vium (Principles of Dermatology, by James Marks and Jeffrey Miller). Med-itation and exercise can relieve stress and create a better hormonal balance,

thereby helping to prevent alopecia. Massage of body and scalp also may be beneficial. Adding oils such as almond or coconut infuses the scalp with essential vitamins and minerals. A study by the Journal of Dermatology shows that applying onion juice can lead to hair growth. Treat hair gently, air-drying rather than rubbing it with a towel. Don’t Fake It. Using extensions and weaves or wearing tight wigs or hairpieces daily may damage hair fol-licles by stressing their anchor to the scalp, accelerating hair loss. Also, hair straighteners, tight pony tails, blow dryers and heated rollers may damage or break off follicles. Consider natural hair dyes. Eschew Shampoo. Most com-mercial shampoos contain sodium laurel sulphate (SLS) or sodium laureth sulphate because it’s inexpensive, lathers well and typically thickens hair via salt. SLS also corrodes follicles and impairs their ability to grow hair. Consider switching to organic sham-poos and conditioners.

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We don’t typically envision iron-pumping bodybuilders also flowing and breathing

through yoga postures, yet many are combining these complementary dis-ciplines to realize huge benefits.

Competitive EdgeNicolina Sandstedt, a yoga teach-er trainer and anatomy expert with the Yandara Yoga Institute, in Baja, Mexico, observes, “The body aware-ness and alignment focus that the practice of yoga asanas [positions] offers helps bodybuilders find correct posture. Yoga also teaches elegance in transitions that improve competi-tive posing.” Peter Nielsen, a bodybuilder, yoga practitioner and world-class fitness guru in Detroit, observes, “Most bodybuilders haven’t fine-tuned their presentation. They often grimace and look uncomfortable, with their veins popping out.” He points out, “Yoga helps teach bodybuilders how to slow down, breathe into each posture and ultimately win posing competitions because of the grace, elegance and body awareness that yoga provides.”

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magazine, in Kahuku, Hawaii, cites additional benefits: “Incorporating yoga into your workout routine im-proves your core, giving you overall body strength in specific targeted mus-cle groups. It also increases flexibility, stability and mobility, allowing greater range of motion. Most importantly, it will keep you from being sidelined with injuries.” “Stretching a muscle can make it more aesthetically pleasing,” remarks Sandstedt. “In yoga, we often hold postures for a relatively long period of time, in a more isometric endurance workout, than the short, repetitive movements performed in bodybuild-ing. Bodybuilding develops fast-twitch muscle fibers for power and speed, while yoga develops slow-twitch muscle fibers for endurance. Both are important for tissues to stay healthy while building muscle mass.” Nielsen notes, “Bodybuilding makes me feel stronger; I look better and have loads of endurance. Yoga makes me feel more centered; it soft-ens me so I can hear and surrender to what my body is telling me rather than me just telling it what to do.” Such listening is essential to prevent-ing injuries that periodically plague bodybuilders. Slowing down into yoga’s present moment awareness


YogaStretches and lengthens muscles while relieving tension Moves prana (life force energy) through-out the body, boosting energy levels and mental sharpness after a session Improves oxygenation of the circulatory system, providing energy and invigoration Tones muscles gradually Involves the body, mind and spirit Accessible to every age group Promotes body confidence through self-acceptance Prevents injuries through body aware-ness and helps heal injuries through yoga therapeutics

BodybuildingShortens and builds muscles while building tension Expends energy, sometimes ending in muscle fatigue and mental exhaustion Improves muscle oxygenation, which helps growth and repair functions Builds muscle strength rapidly and enhances the toning aspect of yoga Primarily involves the physical body Not accessible for the very young and very old Promotes body confidence through a fixed physical aesthetic Can cause injury absent preventive awareness

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teaches bodybuilders how to perform from a place of presence rather than on autopilot, which is when most injuries occur. “Yoga works all the muscles, even the smaller, intrinsic muscles often neglected in bodybuilding,” Sandstedt says. “In addition to facilitating healthy posture, these small muscles help support bal-anced joint alignment.” She explains that the explosive, repetitive move-ments used to build muscle mass in bodybuilding make the mus-cles less elastic, which also inhibits range of motion. Less elastic muscles may be more prone to injury, as daily activities require both strength and mobility.”

Beginning YogisFor bodybuilders that want to give yoga a shot, Nielsen advises trying a structured, 30-day yoga challenge. He sees how after the first month with

his clients, the positive effects become apparent and most bodybuilders don’t want to go back to life before yoga. Sandstedt offers, “I advise new-comers to incorporate a light yoga rou-tine into the beginning and end of each bodybuilding training session. Ending training sessions with a few yoga postures will help balance the body, bringing a sense of calm and equanimi-ty to the workout experience.” “In my fitness career, I’ve found that yoga perfectly complements any strength training program as a form

of stretching, flexibility and de-stressing,” says Nielsen. “Yoga focuses me, and helps me to isolate whatever muscle I choose. It helps me reach my

fullest potential and simply makes me a better ver-

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As outdoor temperatures heat up, pets may suffer from the effects of increased ambient

temperatures. While problems such as squamous cell carcinoma and moist dermatitis (skin hot spots) increase along with temperatures and amount of sun exposure, the most serious heat-related health issue is heatstroke. Holistic vets recommend some sim-ple, commonsense steps that will help and also possibly save a pet’s life. Heat stroke in both people and pets develops when core body tem-perature rises and stays above a cer-tain level. In dogs and cats, the tipping point tends to be a body temperature higher than 106 degrees Fahrenheit.

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How to Prevent, Detect and Treat Heatstroke

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This can happen more quickly in over-heated dogs and cats because they don’t have the ability to sweat in order to cool off like people do; this is due to a lack of eccrine sweat glands over most of their body surface. Panting can reduce body temperature, but is inefficient and easily overwhelmed if their temperature rises quickly and a pet can’t remove itself from the surrounding warm environ-ment. Dogs such as pugs and bulldogs that have a short, broad skull are especially at risk due to genetically impaired breathing structures; they can easily overheat even in mildly warm weather. Ferrets and rabbits are especial-

ly prone to heatstroke because they typically dwell in cooler temperatures. As a result, these small mammals do best when housed indoors rather than outside; outdoor time should be limit-ed and supervised. Heatstroke in pets is usually easy to detect for a pet with a history of being in a hot environment from which it cannot escape to cool itself in shade or water or take a refreshing drink. Excess panting, dark red gums and a “hot feel” to the ears and hair-less skin of the abdomen are clues. First-aid involves quickly cooling the animal and notifying the veterinar-ian that a pet suffering from heatstroke is on the way. Wetting it will begin the process. Applying either ice packs or ice cubes in a plastic bag wrapped in a towel to avoid freezing the skin also helps. Recommended spots for the packs are on the back of the neck, armpits and groin, as these areas have large arteries and veins close to the surface. If possible, don’t spend much time on these actions, because getting the pet to the doctor quickly is the overriding goal. Administering homeo-pathic drops of arnica and hypericum via the mouth from a natural home first-aid kit while en route to the vet may assist healing. Treatment at the veterinary hospital involves continued cooling, includ-ing intravenous fluids and cool water enemas. Cooling the pet must be done quickly in order to restore enzyme systems to normal functioning. Hos-pitalization will likely be required to evaluate the patient for potential serious complications, including cardiac arrest, shock, septicemia, bloody diarrhea, and disseminated intravascular coagulation to ensure against a usually fatal disor-der involving the pet’s blood-clotting mechanisms. With prompt assistance,


Summer is here and the weather is perfect for more time spent outside. If you plan to include

your pets in your outdoor adventures, however, be sure to keep them safe from the hot temperatures. Dr. Kim West of Health and Har-mony Animal Hospital in Grandview says they typically treat about one pet per week during the summer months that is suffering from heat related injuries. “Fortunately, I think people are more aware these days of what to look for in heatstroke and can catch it earlier,” she says. “Catching it earlier,” means awareness of the early stages of heat-stroke. While many pet owners like to take walks, we all need to take note of how a pet is managing in the heat. “If you’re walking, and normally they can keep up with you, but you notice they are struggling to maintain their pace. They seem to be slowing down, wanting to stop, lying flat to cool themselves off...that’s your first sign that your animal is not tolerating the heat well,” Dr. West says. Dr. Jim Carlson of Lifetime Pet Wellness Center says he only treats maybe one case of heatstroke per year, yet referral hospitals like Medvet or the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine see many more. “Pets cannot sweat like we do,” Dr. Carlson explains. “Coat color and thickness also play a huge role, as a thick dark coat that absorbs and holds in heat may cause overheating faster than a short, lighter colored coat.” Pet owners wanting to include their pets on vacations, trips to the lake or park should have plenty of water and

shade available, but each owner should consider the specific needs of their indi-vidual dog. “Certain breeds are higher risk,” Dr. West explains. “Bulldogs, pugs and flat-faced breeds have a hard time breathing. The heat can send them into a crisis really quickly.” Dr. Carlson adds that many pets love to splash around in “kiddie” pools if they are going to be outside for a long time. “And don’t forget those yummy frozen dog treats at [the local] pet store or veterinarian,” he says. Dr. Andrea Mykrantz of Whole Pet Wellness Center, in Blacklick, adds there are cooling mats, cooling collars and even cooling vests available for purchase. “Ruffwear makes a ‘Swamp Cooler,’ which is a jacket that you soak in water and it keeps your dog cool as the water evaporates,” she says. When out running errands, an owner should never leave a pet in a locked vehicle, even if the windows are cracked. Dr. Donn Griffith of the Ohio Holistic Veterinary Hospital says a dog can experience heat stroke at a body temperature of 105 degrees and the pet’s life is in danger at 107 degrees. “I’ve measured temperatures in closed cars, and they can get up to 110 to 140 degrees in a short time in the heat of summer,” he says. Consider this advice and be pre-pared, cautious and safe while making memories with pets this summer.

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].

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Related InjuriesTips from Central Ohio Experts

by Laurie Zinn

most pets with heatstroke will recover, but treatment can be extensive and expensive. The most important aspect is initiating it early to prevent perma-nent organ and brain damage. Prevention is ideal and preferred over the need for treatment. Guard against leaving furred pets outdoors for extended periods of time during hot weather. Pets that must be outside need protection from the heat and sun in shaded areas with access to plenty of fresh cool water; provide several water bowls. Opinion is divided about whether longer-haired pets seem more com-fortable and have fewer weather-relat-ed problems if their hair is cut short, but don’t cut it down to the skin, as that removes their protective coat and predisposes them to sunburn. A good rule of thumb is that if it’s too hot for the pet’s person, it’s too hot for the pet.

Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veteri-nary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the award-winning author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

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Travel is changing as vacationers increasingly value unique ex-periences over standard tourist

fare. In addition to the option of couch surfing (Tinyurl.com/Couch-surfingAdventure), more people are making the most of house rentals, swapping and sitting, plus various home stays via Airbnb (Airbnb.com). All expand options for affordable jour-neys tailored to their needs. Airbnb accommodations range from private studios to family-sized homey spaces, encompassing tiny houses, treehouses, geodesic domes, yurts, container cars, caves, lighthouses, working ranches, castles and luxury carriage houses. With 2 million list-ings for 34,000 cities in 190 countries, 600 million people have found their ideal getaway through the San Francis-co-based company since it launched in 2008. Published feedback, includ-ing comment books at the rental sites, provides assurance for visitors. When hosts aren’t on the premises, they are available as needed by guests. Mary Bartnikowski, publisher and photographer at Vagabond Travel Photography Magazine (VagabondTrav-elMag.com), has visited 32 countries so far, staying in homes, ashrams, temples,

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boats and apartments. “My best Airbnb rental was camping for two weeks in a Hawaii home garden next to a big tree; my host forgot to mention the big, friendly dog,” she says, recalling an unexpected wake-up greeting. Hosts find providing rentals a way to monetize unused space, meet new people and showcase their area. Beth Everett, an Oregon author, offers an Airbnb detached backyard studio space. “We moved from New Jersey to Portland two years ago, and the extra income lets me stay home to write,” she says. House swapping is another op-tion for soaking in local color. Prepa-ration is key and includes a note-book’s worth of helpful details shared in advance, as well as onsite. Most exchanges involve a series of Skype sessions for questions and answers. Leasa Sanders McIntosh, an executive recruiter, swapped her Denver home for a month in Kona, Hawaii. “We traded cars and joked that we even traded cats. We swapped three times before they moved to the mainland.” This summer, she’ll swap to be at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. Susan May, an established advo-cate of organ donation from Carters-


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Rick Steves, host of the long-run-ning Public Television series

Rick Steves’ Europe and Edmonds, Washington, bestselling author of 40 European travel books, encourages Americans to travel as “temporary locals”. Here’s some of his helpful advice.

4 Start by searching HomeExchange.com, HomeLink.org and Inter-vac-HomeExchange.com for listings, tips and assistance.

4 Contact the host well before the trip. Be clear about what’s expected and what to do if there’s a hiccup. Triple check the key’s location and how to open the door, including any alarm system. Agree on phone and Internet charges.

4 Share information on where to shop and instructions for appliances and maintenance services. Ask about any quirks a loaned car might have and make sure insurance covers another driver.

4 Information about local sights and good restaurants is appreciated.

Source: Adapted from RickSteves.com

ville,Georgia, traded homes and cars to take her four teens to Europe. “We visited 13 countries, spending two weeks in Wales and three in Germany. We saw fireworks in Paris on Bastille Day and joined the Highland Games, in Scotland,” she says. “I want our family to be more than just tourists passing through Westernized hotels with no real contact with local folks. Exchanging homes is an ideal way for a family to travel inexpensively.” Housesitting fan and senior tech- nical recruiter Rachel Burke, of Santa Monica, California, has stayed for free in London, Cape Cod and Palm Springs, California, using TrustedHouse-Sitters.com. “This way, homeowners can travel without leaving pets in a kennel while unpaid housesitters avoid hotel ex-penses and gain a chance to be a native in a different location,” she says. “Last year, I watched a five-story home in a London suburb while the owners visited Portugal for three weeks.” She shares shots of her favorite spots at Tinyurl.com/FunLondonPhotos. Burke combines housesitting with Airbnb by renting her apartment when she travels. “A couple of years ago, I paid $1,800 for a two-week trip to Thailand and charged $125 a night for my apartment, making my trip to Thai-land free,” she relates. Burke lives near the Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach and Hollywood, all prime destinations. With 50,000 listings in 150 countries, Homestay.com tweaks the

Airbnb experience in that hosts are more involved in their guests’ local adventures. Cuba currently tops desired destinations for U.S. travel-ers, with most rentals in the capital, Havana, the nearby artistic enclave of Trinidad or rural Vinales. Many hosts arrange airport transfers, tours, visits to attractions, bicycle rentals, restau-rant reservations and transportation to other Cuban locales. Hosts usually speak several languages, including English, and may even teach guests to play Cuban-style dominoes. Eco-friendly homestays are avail-able, too, ranging from a private Nic-araguan island independently pow-ered by solar panels and a Spanish farmhouse off the grid to an organic farm in Thailand or eco-lodge in South Africa. An Austin, Texas, listing notes, “Everything is reclaimed, recycled or repurposed. We have an infused honey business. We’re laid-back and practice good karma and a healthy, drama-free lifestyle.” Homestay’s average nightly rental is $46. While some guests are stu-dents, the majority are 35 and older, vacationing on substantial salaries; they simply prefer the local color. Vacations needn’t be expensive, but they should be memorable. The biggest challenge may be deciding where to go first.

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Practitioners interested in learning more about, or refin-ing their skills in, feng shui have a unique educational opportunity right in their own backyard this summer.

The Feng Shui Institute of America (FSIA) will host the “The Architecture of Mind Body Spirit International Confer-ence” on July 29 and 30 at the All Life Community Center in Delaware. Feng shui is the study and application of how our physical environment becomes a metaphor for living, and how it influences the way we act, react and interact. The placement of symbols in our homes and workplaces can predict our futures, successes, failures, relationships and more. Connie Spruill, owner of FSIA, says that the world is changing and so are its people. Despite its skeptics, Spruill explains that feng shui has incorporated itself into day-to-day conversations like, “I need to feng shui my kitchen,” or “My desk is a mess. Time to feng shui it.” “It is time to demystify this ancient Chinese healing modality and connect it to the science of why feng shui works,” says Spruill. Feng shui is validated through research in behavioral epigenetics and the conference will give attendees the tools and strategies they need to help clients make life changes. Spruill says the conference is open to the public and is beneficial to practitioners in all fields. “It’s continuing education for practitioners, and it’s also an opportunity to let practitioners in other industries – like massage therapy and acupuncture - to learn about and understand what feng shui really is, and how their practice can integrate into what we do,” Spruill says. The two-day conference includes lunch and features the following speakers, among others:

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Richard Feather Anderson Anderson is a world-renowned speaker and Master of Geoman-cy. He will discuss how he has reframed land-form feng shui into a broader Form School approach. His presentation will show prac-titioners how the spirit of a place has been generated by its geolo-gy, geography, weather patterns, climate and biological habits.

Dr. Katherine MorrisDr. Morris is a psychologist from Chevy Chase, Maryland who will speak on an art therapy tool she developed during her doctoral dissertation. She will teach her approach, originally researched in psychiatrists’ consulting rooms, to attendees who can apply it to their clients’ homes and workspaces. She will explain feng shui psycho-

logical tools and how to listen to a space.

Nancilee WydraWydra founded the Feng Shui Institute of America in 1994. She will teach practitioners about architectural typing. Her approach helps individuals understand what they need in a physical environ-ment by asking them to respond “yes”or “no” to 110 architectural pictures. Their responses identify consistencies in their preferenc-

es, resulting in a physical environment that supports their fundamental needs.

Connie SpruillSpruill will share a “ready for launch” template that helps practi-tioners make money in their holistic business. The step-by-step template is the framework for her 12-month business-coaching program offered through the school. She provides tips on creating programs and content such as private membership forums, podcasts and webinars.

Location: 123 Hyatts Rd. For more information, or to register, visit Feng-Shui-Institute-of-America.com. See ad, page 29.

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


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FATHERLY LOVE How to Be the Dad Kids Need

by Armin Brott

higher on cognitive skills tests, do better in school, are more likely to go to college, are more empathetic, man-age their emotions better, have fewer behavior problems, are less likely to suffer from depression or mental illness and are less likely to break laws or become teen parents. Fathering tip: Never miss an opportunity to change a diaper, play with the kids, read stories together or simply ask them about their day. Equal workplace policies matter. The U.S. is the only economically ad-vanced country that has no nationally mandated paid maternity leave policy and is absent a national paternity leave policy, paid or unpaid. When men don’t get time off to learn basic parenting skills, it’s harder for them to stay engaged later. In 1977, 41 percent of women and 35 percent of men in dual-earn-er couples reported work-family life conflicts. Today, the figures are 47

percent and 60 percent, respectively, according to the Families and Work Institute’s ongoing National Study of the Changing Workforce. Parenting tip: Advocate for national, paid parenting leave pol-icies for men and women starting with local employers. It benefits both families and companies. Studies by Stanford University, the Families and Work Institute, Gallup, Inc. and others have found that companies with family-friendly benefits enjoy more loyal employees, better morale, lower turnover, fewer arbitrary sick days, higher levels of customer service and higher shareholder returns—all of which contribute to their bottom line. Both genders can be natural-ly nurturing. Certainly, women are biologically adapted for giving birth and breastfeeding, but Parke found that caring new dads typically cuddle, coo, giggle, rock and feed their babies just as much as new mothers. One hurdle men face is that they usually have to return to work sooner, and their natural nurturing skills can get rusty, while moms’ get sharper. Op-portunity and practice are the biggest predictors of meaningful connections with children. Fathering tip: Don’t assume that a partner knows more. Whatever a mother knows, she learned by making mistakes, and that’s the best way for fathers to learn, too. Be open to complementary ex-pertise. A dad with a mate that praises and supports him will be far more confident and engaged with his child than one with a partner that criticizes him. Parenting tip: No one likes to feel incompetent, so when offering dad advice, do it in a nonthreatening way that supports and compliments his improving skills over time. It may mean adjusting personal standards a bit. Dad should take pride in practic-ing his unique rapport with offspring. Instead of letting mom pluck a crying or smelly baby from his arms, he can try, “Honey, I’ve got this.” End-running the legal system after divorce. For some 30 years, the default decision in divorce cases has been to award the mother primary

American fatherhood has evolved considerably in the last 50 years. While dads used

to be kept out of the delivery room, today, more than 90 percent of new fathers are present for their children’s birth, reflected in MenCare Advoca-cy’s State of the Worlds’ Fathers. How-ever, being there early on does not necessarily define the scope of future involvement. Overcoming obstacles that might keep men from being the “high-five” dads they and their family need them to be is key. Involved fathers benefit children. Most research on child development has focused on how mothers influence their children, but in recent decades, society has “discovered” fathers. In many studies, pioneering Psychologist Ross Parke, Ph.D., professor emeritus of University of California, Riverside, and others have conclusively shown that children of more-involved dads are better at solving puzzles, score


For parents serving in the military, some of the biggest barriers to

involvement are inevitable and often repeated deployments. Dads returning home often struggle to reestablish both their family role—which changed while they were away—and their relation-ships with children they haven’t seen for months and who may not even recognize them. Here are practical tips to counter any estrangement. Talk to your children before you leave and tell them, in age-appropriate terms, what’s happening and why. Re-cord yourself reading a child’s favorite book and ask mom to play it every night. Their hearing your voice while you’re gone will make it easier for them to get used to having you home again. During deployment, communi-cate with home as much as possible by phone, Skype and email, taking into account time zone differences and military security. Don’t underestimate the power of snail mail. Little things—a dried leaf from a tree near the barracks, a film canister full of sand—let a child

know Dad is thinking of them and provides tangible signs that he’s in a real place somewhere. Upon returning home, take it easy and don’t expect to be able to simply pick up where you were when you left. Everyone in the family has changed, and likely become stronger via the experience. Some things may never return to the pre-deployment normal, but the new normal can be just as good—or better.

Source: The Military Father: A Hands-on Guide for Deployed Dads, by Armin Brott

TIPS FOR DEPLOYED DADSby Armin Brott

physical custody, with limited visi-tation for the father. More states are now moving toward a presumption of 50-50 physical custody, but it’s not the norm. Therefore, many divorced dads may feel disconnected from their chil-dren and suppressed in their parenting role moving forward. Fathering tip: Never give up. Children need their dad in their life and vice-versa. It’s critical to stay in touch. In person is best; phone, email and Skype are decent fallbacks. Make time together feel meaningful as well as normal, instead of falling into a “Disneyland dad” syndrome of trying to make every moment a party. Prac-tice harmonious communications with the ex. The biggest known predictor of children’s future mental and emotion-al health is how well their parents get along. Separated parents don’t have to be friends, but they do need to ac-knowledge both parents’ importance to the children and treat each other respectfully.

Armin Brott is the author of eight best-selling books on fatherhood, including The Expectant Father and The New Father. Learn more at MrDad.com.

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Planning ahead is an effective key to healthy eating and weight management. Having healthy

snacks available, both savory and naturally sweet, helps us to conquer cravings and avoid a sugar rush—or slump. Between-meal nutritious and delicious snacks can be easy to make. Plus, unlike commercial foods, we know their ingredients. Here, Natural Awakenings has tapped two plant-based whole foods experts and cookbook authors for their best snack recipes and tips. “Healthy happens when we’re prepared,” says Elise Museles, of Washington, D.C., the mother of two sons who writes at KaleAndChoco-late.com/blog and recently released Whole Food Energy: 200 All Natural Recipes to Help You Prepare, Refuel, and Recover. “Nutritious is delicious; healthy doesn’t have to be bland and boring.” she says. Nor does it take hours to make. “I pick one day a week to do

meal prep,” she explains. “After a visit to our Sunday farmers’ market, I work in the kitchen for a few hours so I’m ready to go on Monday and for the rest of the week.” Whenever hunger threatens to derail her from a whole-foods, nutrient-dense diet, Museles is equipped with options like protein balls and carrot hummus. She’s also learned that having naturally sweet foods at hand helps divert cravings, realizing, “You just want a sweet thing more if you think you can’t have it. Plus, I think better when my blood sugar is stable.” Museles combines naturally sweet dried fruits such as goji berries and tropical coconut to make a handy snack mix. “Like blending smoothies, this basic trail mix can have many variations,” she says. She also suggests maintaining a well-stocked freezer. Museles freezes berries in season to pop in the blend-er for smoothies; pitted and peeled avocados to thaw and mash over gluten-free toast; and frozen banana

slices to layer over nut butter. Canadian Ella Leché, a mother of two daughters best known for her website PureElla.com/blog, is the new author of Cut the Sugar, You’re Sweet Enough cookbook. She came to a plant-based lifestyle in 2008 after a whole foods diet helped her overcome a chronic illness. Her blog documents her journey to wellness—one healthy change at a time. Leché, a graphic designer and photographer in Mississauga, near To-ronto, started an elimination diet four months after the birth of her first child, when she noticed puzzling symptoms. “I started to make small changes and slowly but surely, I began to recover,” she says. Today her diet is 90 percent vegan and gluten-free. “I had a sweet tooth, but I didn’t have the balance thing figured out,” Leché admits. Foregoing sugar was hard emotionally, even though her body had difficulties with sugar, which seemed correlated to frequent head-aches and mood slumps. Slowly, she started emphasizing naturally sweet, pure foods like dates and fruits and found other ways to ease cravings. “Starting the day with a savory, healthy breakfast can cut sugar from your diet because the sweet taste on our tongue essentially sets the brain into craving sugar,” she says. Leché enjoys involving her chil-dren in making snacks like healthy turnip or kale chips. When she gets a hankering for something sweet, she chooses her special cranberry and chocolate protein balls, sweetened with dried fruit and bolstered with almonds and walnuts. They take min-utes to make and keep in the refriger-ator for a week or in the freezer for up to three months. Having easy-to-prepare, whole food snacks on hand keeps families happily snacking on quick bites and on track with healthy eating. “It’s not a diet, it’s a lifestyle,” says Museles. “If you like recipes that are good for you, it’s a sustainable lifestyle.”

Judith Fertig is the author of the award-winning Back in the Swing Cookbook and blogs at Alfresco-FoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.


Natural Quick Snack Recipes

Turnip and Beet Chips

Yields: Up to 4 servings

4 turnips, peeled4 beets, peeled¼ cup grapeseed oil or other neutral oil 1 tsp sea salt

Preheat the oven to 325° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Slice the turnips and beets using a mandolin and place in a large bowl. Drizzle the oil over the vegetables, sprinkle with the salt and toss to fully coat.

Bake for 15 minutes, turning over chips halfway through the baking time. Then lower the temperature to 200° F and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, until golden.

Source: Cut the Sugar, You’re Sweet Enough, by Ella Leché

Raw Cheesy Kale Chips

Yields: 2 servings

Bunch of kale, stemmed1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for at least 2 hours

½ red or orange bell pepper2 cloves garlic, peeled¾ cup waterJuice of ½ lemon2 Tbsp nutritional yeast flakes½ tsp sea salt

Preheat the oven to 300° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Make sure the kale leaves are thor-oughly dry. Tear them into large pieces and place in a large bowl.

Rinse and drain the cashews.

In a food processor, process the cashews, bell pepper, garlic, water, lemon juice, yeast flakes and salt until a smooth paste forms.

Toss the kale leaves in the paste to fully coat, and then place them on the baking sheet in a single layer; don’t overlap any.

Bake for 15 minutes, then flip the leaves and bake another 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Note: Alternatively, dehydrate the kale leaves in a food dehydrator for 8 hours on a high setting (no need to turn them over).


Raw Cranberry- Chocolate Protein Balls

Yields: 20 servings

1½ cups raw walnuts1 cup raw pecans½ cup naturally sweetened dried cranberries5 Medjool dates, pitted¼ cup raw cacao powder1 to 2 Tbsp chocolate or vanilla protein powder1 to 2 tsp water1 tsp vanilla extract4 drops liquid stevia

Process all of the ingredients in a food processor until a dough forms.

Turn off the processor, remove the blade and roll a teaspoon of the dough into a ball using the palms of the hands. Repeat with all the dough. Enjoy between meals or after a work-out. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to three months.



Superfood Trail Mix

Yields: About 3 servings

This trail mix is loaded with antioxidants. Pack up a mason jar and store it at the office or other work station or make individual serving packets to take along on hikes.

½ cup sunflower seeds1 cup walnuts1 cup goji berries½ cup coconut flakes¼ cup cacao nibs

Mix all ingredients together in a bowl and store in an air-tight container.

Source: Whole Food Energy: 200 All Natural Recipes to Help You Prepare, Refuel, and Recover, by Elise Museles

Frozen Banana Sandwiches with Almond Butter and Cacao Nibs

Yields: 2 servings

These take only about 5 minutes to make, and there are no rules when it comes to mixing and matching different nut butters and nutritional boosts.

1 banana2 Tbsp almond butter 1 tsp cacao nibs

Peel, then cut 1 banana in half lengthwise and then slice it in half horizontally. Arrange the quarters on a small baking sheet or freezer-safe plate and spread equal amounts of nut butter on the banana slices. Top with the cacao nibs for added crunch (optional), and then place two banana slices together to make two “sandwiches”.

Freeze at least 3 to 4 hours until solid. Then, remove from the tray and store in the freezer in containers (for up to a month), or wrap individually for a grab-and-go option.

Source: Whole Food Energy: 200 All Natural Recipes to Help You Prepare, Refuel, and Recover, by Elise Museles

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Focus on the positive. While not ignoring bad news, EI people have made a conscious decision to not spend much time and energy focusing on problems. Rather, they look at what’s positive in a situation and seek solu-tions. They focus on what can be done and what’s within their control.

Associate only with positive people. High EI people regard complainers and negative people as energy drains. They tend to avoid them to maintain their own vitality. Instead, they spend time with those that look on the bright side of life. They tend to smile and laugh and attract other positive people. Their warmth, openness and caring atti-tude leads others to regard them as more trustworthy.

Set boundaries and assert a position. Although their friendly, open nature may make them appear as pushovers to some, people with high EI are able to set boundaries and assert themselves when necessary; they demonstrate politeness and consideration, yet stay firm. High EI people guard their time and commitments and know when they need to say no. They don’t make needless enemies. Their response to potentially volatile situations is measured, not inflated, and managed appropriately. They think before speaking, allowing themselves time to calm down if their emotions start to feel overwhelming.

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inspiration Practice forward thinking and willingness to let go of the past. People with high EI are too busy thinking of fu-ture possibilities to dwell upon things that didn’t work out in the past. They apply lessons learned from past missteps in taking future actions. They never see failure as perma-nent or a personal reflection of themselves.

Look for ways to make life more fun, happy and interesting. At work, at home and with friends, high EI people know what makes them happy and look for opportunities to expand the enjoyment. They receive pleasure and satisfaction from seeing others happy and fulfilled, and do whatever they can to brighten someone else’s day.

Expend energy wisely. High EI folks don’t hold onto anger over how others have treated them, but use the incident to create awareness of how to not let it happen again. While they move on and forgive, they don’t forget, and are unlikely to be taken advantage of again in the same set of circumstances.

Always learn and grow. High EI people are lifelong learners, constantly growing and evolving. Being critical thinkers, they are open to changing their minds if someone presents a better idea. They trust themselves and their own judgment to make the best decision for themselves.

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have discovered through working on their own relation-ship and counseling hundreds of other couples that the time from midlife onward offers the greatest opportunity of any other period to grow love. At a mutual low point, they made the life-changing deci-sion to rebirth their marriage, tapping into a new source of energy and rejuvena-tion that’s producing extensive and surprising benefits. The Ojai, California-based couple, both with Ph.D. degrees, co-authored their first trailblazing bestseller, Con-scious Loving, more than 20 years ago and have published 30 other books, including their latest, Conscious Loving Ever After. The Hendricks Institute that they founded annually offers work-shops and seminars in North Amer-ica, Europe and Asia. Their nonprofit Foundation for Conscious Living funds research, films and scholarships relat-ed to relationship well-being.

Why do you say the best rela-tionships are possible in the second half of life, including the greatest sex?Childrearing responsibilities often de-

crease in our 40s and 50s, affording more time and resources to invest in the quality of the relationship. Psychological and spiritual maturity also comes into play—the more deeply we know ourselves, the more able we are to communicate meaningfully with our partner. Probably the biggest factor is that people in the second half of life

tend to be open to learning and trying new things, such as adopting our practice of scheduling two, 10-minute conversations a week to take care of relationship business: one covers “stuff talk”, the other is “heart talk”. Often, it only takes a few minutes of trying out a brand-new activity to spark a major rebirth of intimacy.

How pivotal is self-love, a tough concept for many, in securing a healthy relationship?You can only love another person to the extent that you love yourself. After we take people through a process de-signed to give them a clear experience of loving themselves unconditionally, they often tell us that the experience changed everything in their relation-ship. It’s powerful because so many of

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Why do you call blame “the crack cocaine of relationships”?When you blame another person for something, you fire up adrenaline both in yourself and the other person. Adrenaline is manufactured by our bodies and is highly addictive. Blame also typically produces a defensive reaction, causing a harmful cycle of two-way criticism and defensiveness that can go on for years. One cou-ple we counseled had been having essentially the same argument since their honeymoon 29 years earlier—so addicted to the adrenalized “cocaine” of blame that it had become a per-manent feature of their relationship. The answer is for each person to take healthy responsibility for issues in the relationship and together seek ways to both break unhealthy habits and replace them with mutually satisfying ways of relating.

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tuesdayFranklinton Produce Market – 3-7pm. 1003 W Town St, Columbus. FranklintonGardens.org/Market.Hilliard Farm Market – 4-7pm. 5445 Scioto Darby Rd, Hilliard. HilliardFarmMarket.com.

wednesdayOutdoor Farm and Handcraft Market – 2-7pm. 508 N Cassady Ave, Bexley. 614-252-3951. BexleyNaturalMarket.org.Upper Arlington Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm. Locally produced fruits, veggies, herbs, breads, pork, beef, flowers and dairy, plus specialty products such as jerky, organic dog food and treats, gourmet granola and soy candles. 1945 Ridgeview Rd, Upper Arlington. 614-583-5057. UAOH.net.Dublin Farmers’ Market – 3:30-6:30pm. A mid-week market providing fresh, local prod-ucts that are grown and made with the highest authenticity. 4261 W Dublin-Granville Rd, Dub-lin. 614-327-0102. DublinFarmersMarket.com.Franklin Park Conservatory Farmers’ Market – 3:30-6:30pm. Seasonal vegetables and fruits, flowers and plants, baked goods, honey, sauces, oils and vinegars, as well as cooking and wellness demonstrations, food trucks, live music and kids’ crafts. 1777 E Broad St, Columbus. 614-715-8000. FPConservatory.org.

saturdayWorthington Farmers Market – 8am-Noon. Central Ohio’s largest farmers’ market, with more than 70 vendors offering locally grown seasonal fruits and vegetables, locally produced cheeses, jams, jellies, honey and maple syrup, high-quality cuts of meat from carefully raised farm animals, eggs from pastured chickens, flowers, herbs, plants, homemade soaps, and foodstuffs. 7227 N High St, Worthington. 614-285-5341. WorthingtonFarmersMarket.com.Grove City Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. From peaches to homemade jellies and baked goods, plus tomatoes to sweet corn on the cob. 4035 Broadway, Grove City. 614-875-9762. GCChamber.org/Farmers-Market.North Market Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Central Ohio’s oldest farmers’ market, serving the community since 1876. 59 Spruce St, Columbus. 614-463-9664. NorthMarket.com.Union County Farmers Market – 8-11am. Seasonal offerings of locally grown, raised, baked and made goods. 160 E 6th St, Marysville. 937-644-8530. UnionCountyFarmersMarket.com.Clintonville Farmers’ Market – 9am-Noon. A producer-only market, where everything for sale is grown or made by a local farmer or cottage food producer. 3535 N High St, Columbus. ClintonvilleFarmersMarket.org.Powell Chamber Farmers’ Market – 9am-Noon. Come support local vendors who pro-duce homemade, home-baked, or homegrown items. 240 N Liberty St, Powell. 614-888-1090. Facebook.com/PowellChamberFarmersMarket.Sunbury Farmers’ Market – 9am-Noon. Home grown and homemade products from local ven-dors. 39 E Granville St, Sunbury. 740-965-2860. Facebook.com/SunburyFarmersMarket.C.W. Farmers’ Market – 9am-Noon. One of Ohio’s longest running outdoor markets. 36 S High St, Canal Winchester. 614-270-5053. TheCWFM.com.

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thursdayReynoldsburg Farmers’ Market – STARTS June 16. 3-6pm. 1520 Davidson Dr, Reynoldsburg. 614-322-6839. Facebook.com/Reynoldsburg-FarmersMarket.All Life Community Farmers’ Market – STARTS June 16. 3:30-6:30pm. Cooking demonstrations and locally grown fresh fruits and veggies. 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 740-201-8242. AllLifeCommunity.org.Bexley Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Where farms meet Main Street. Local produce, meats and cheeses, children’s events, live music, food trucks. 2111 E Main St., Bexley. BexleyFarm-ersMarket.com.Easton Farmers Market – 4-7pm. Live music from local musicians, children’s activities, chef demonstrations. Free food storage in the Veggie Valet while shopping or dining at Easton. 160 Easton Town Center, Columbus. EastonFarmers Market.org.New Albany Farmers Market – STARTS June 23. 4-7pm. Over 60 vendors and 10 food trucks, artists, music and more. 200 Market Sq, New Albany. 614-390-2733. Facebook.com/NAFarmersMarket.Olde Pickerington Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Fresh Ohio-grown produce, baked goods, honey, meats, crafts, prepared foods and more. 89 N Center St, Pickerington. 614-681-1440. Face-book.com/OldePickeringtonFarmersMarket.

fridayPearl Market – 10:30am-1pm. This urban market delivers a merchant mix reflective of the rich cultural diversity of Central Ohio, including a wide array of locally-grown pro-duce, hand-crafted merchandise and delicious food. 19 N Pearl St, Columbus. 614-645-5061. DowntownColumbus.com/ PearlMarket.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 2Simply Oils: Rosemary Essential Oil with Anas-tasia Shevchenko – 6-8pm. Whether experienced or just beginning to work with essential oils, this class will present in-depth information about the origin of, historical uses for, legends and stories about, specific characteristics of and scientific re-search data on rosemary. Each student will receive a handout with recipes for everyday use. $10. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

FRIDAY, JUNE 3Sacred Circle with Diana Rankin – 6:30-8:30pm. Sacred Circle Meditations and Messages include an evening of story, a guided meditation for personal and planetary healing, plus individual psychic messages from Spirit for participants. $20 suggested donation. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Co-lumbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4Health Fair – 11am-2pm. Offering mammograms, diabetes testing, blood pressure checks, HIV and STD screening, healthy food choices counseling, exercise options and more. Presented by traditional and alternative health and wellness providers from the Central Ohio area. Door prizes hourly. Please note: some services might require an ID and in-surance card. Free. Godman Guild, 303 E Sixth Ave, Columbus. [email protected]. GodmanGuild.org.Mala Making Workshop – 12:30-3pm. Japa mala are prayer beads used to help keep the mind focused during meditation. Learn the history of the mala, an explanation and examples of mantra, plus the hand-knotting technique used to create the mala. Led by Tim Freidenberger. Includes all materials and tools necessary to make a 108-bead personal mala necklace. $55. Pre-registration re-quired. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 5Yoga and Potluck Brunch with Kara Lough – 8:30-11am. Experience an intensified yoga practice from 8:30-9:30am by engaging in na-ture’s cues for breathing and stillness. Then, find conversation with like-minded yogis off the mat from 9:30-11am as we bring our favorite breakfast dishes to share. All proceeds go to Flying Horse Farms. Plates, cups, napkins and flatware provided by PAI Yoga and Fitness. Open to the public and all levels of yoga practice. Donation-based. Pre-regis-tration recommended. Amberleigh Pavilion, 4715 Vista Ridge Drive, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.Fit for Birth Pre and Postnatal Strength Series – Jun 5-Aug 7. 11:30am-12:30pm. This 10-week fitness course will focus on breathing techniques,

Pilates, yoga and resistance training. It is designed to reduce the physical discomforts of pregnancy, improve fitness levels, decrease time in active labor, as well as speed recovery. $150. Arena District Athletic Club, 325 John H. McConnell Blvd, Ste 150, Columbus. 330-581-4947. Kend-raLeighStiffler.com.Master Reiki Certification – 2-6pm. Learn to be a Reiki Master, plus obtain certification in the sacred tradition of Reiki training and the energetic ability to initiate others into the Reiki system of healing. Students will be taught three master level symbols and discover how to use them to deepen their own healing practice. We will cover advanced Reiki techniques that can enhance psychic abilities, as wells as send healing energy to groups. $150. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 7Traditional Chinese Medicine Basics: Yin and Yang – 6:45-8:45pm. Learn how the theory of yin and yang applies to all bodies in either a healthy balance or through disease. Discover how to use the theory to apply therapeutic principles in diet, lifestyle and herbal supplements. Taught by Alicia Nolan, L.Ac. Pre-registration required. $25. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8Yoga Adventure for Kids with Dayna Case: Ages 3 to 6 – 10:30-11:30am. The yoga mat will become a magic carpet as we journey to a new yoga adventure each class. We might take a trip to the zoo, the circus, or even outer space! Along the way, kids will learn traditional yoga poses, but

entirely unaware of that fact as they will be too busy exploring and playing. YogaGames, stories and songs will help round out the fun. Each class ends in a visualization of calm and relaxation. $15. Pre-registration required. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 9Yoga Adventure for Kids with Dayna Case: Ages 7 to 12 – 10:30-11:30am. Portions of this class will look and feel similar to an adult yoga session. We will learn the sun salutation and practice basic sequences and flows. To bump up the fun factor, however, we will involve obstacle courses, games and hula hoops, incorporating partner and group yoga along the way. This age group loves ending each class using eye pillows during relaxation. We will also explore basic meditation and mindfulness. $15. Pre-registration required. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.Digestive and Cocktail Bitters – 7-9pm. Learn the difference between digestive and cocktail bit-ters, as well as how bitters can help with blood sug-ar levels, nutrient assimilation, stomach acid issues and other digestive problems. We will explore the history of cocktail bitters and how to incorporate while imbibing. Finally, we will make a jar of each to take home. Pre-registration required. $50. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 10Holistic Iridology with Clara Bayer, ND – 6-7:30pm. This introductory workshop will consist of a slide presentation on the meanings behind different eye colorations and markings, as well as suggestions on how to correct any imbalances. $15. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Colum-bus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

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styles for all types of people, including those who have never meditated before. Led by Certified Meditation Instructor and Reiki Master Teacher Sheri Mollica-Rathburn. Drop-ins welcome. $10. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.Foot Reflexology Certification Course – 10am-5pm. Jun 11-12. This 2-day course provides ev-erything needed to have a successful reflexology business, as well as a means to assist friends and family on their path to better heath. Taught by Rev. Dr. Gwen Ward, of Lebanon, PA, who has over 30 years experience as a healer. $375/course, $50/certification. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 717-228-0612. [email protected]. HealthQuest4Life.com.Introduction to Mental Alchemy – 1-4pm. Learn the process of transmuting, transforming and changing mental states and conditions to more desirable ones that foster a more balanced and abundant life. $60, includes book. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfTheHeart.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15Yoga Adventure for Kids with Dayna Case: Ages 3 to 6 – 10:30-11:30am. See June 8 listing. $15. Pre-registration required. PAI Yoga and Fit-ness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.Om2Woman Networking Lunch – Noon-1:30pm. This monthly luncheon features relax-ation and camaraderie with inspiring entrepre-neurial women. Includes inspirational speaker presentation, a light healthy lunch and a special meditation to close the session. $5. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 16Yoga Adventure for Kids with Dayna Case: Ages 7 to 12 – 10:30-11:30am. See June 9 list-ing. $15. Pre-registration required. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 18Natural Ways to Decrease Depression and Anxiety – 10am-12:30pm. Discover natural ways to decrease depression and anxiety. Licensed mental health therapist Tabby Sapene, MSW, will offer strategies for daily use. Includes a re-laxation meditation. $20. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfTheHeart.com.Holistic Beauty and Wellness Fair – 10am-6pm. Our inaugural event is designed to celebrate, indulge and transform the mind, body and spirit. Featuring workshops, psychic readings, holistic beauty products, essential oils, life coaching, medical intuitive sessions, energy healing, mas-sage, personal fitness and holistic nutrition. Free admission. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 19Father’s Day Yoga – 9-10:15am. Bring dad, practice for dad, or just practice. All levels wel-come. Space is limited, please pre-register online. Free. Yoga Happiness Studio, 219 E Arcadia Ave,

nique. This course offers hands-on experiences, designed to show the student how to feel energy and see its immediate impact on others. Learn specific techniques on how to create positive affirmation, clarify and realize goals, as well as develop intuitive abilities. The ethics and delivery of a successful session will be addressed in detail. Vegetarian lunches served both days. $300 for the series, paid in full upon registration. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-432-6632. TheReikiCenter.net.Meditation for Beginners – 10-11am. Learn to manage peace instead of stress. This begin-ner-level class is about how to overcome anxiety, manage pain and bring inner calm and clarity. We will explore several techniques and meditation

diverse 160-acre landscape. All proceeds from the race support the donation of onsite, naturally-grown vegetables to local food pantries. $30/adults, $15/children under 12. Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center, 987 N Waggoner Rd, Blacklick. 614-866-4302. ShepherdsCorner.org. See news brief, page 6.Yin Yoga – 9-10:30am. Yin yoga focuses on longer holds in order to help loosen ligaments and tendons. Yin uses gravity instead of muscle to hold poses. $15. Yoga Happiness Studio, 219 E Arcadia Ave, Columbus. 614-446-2091. [email protected]. YogaHappiness.us.Usui Reiki I with Linda Haley – (Series: 6/12) 9am-5pm. Learn to relieve a headache or an ach-ing muscle without medication. Discover peace of mind just by employing an easy-to-use tech-

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how to clear the energy of crystals. Includes free crystal and sample of crystal gem elixirs that have been infused with healing energy. $30. Oasis of the Heart, 6135 Memorial Dr, Ste 102E, Dublin. 614-273-5698. OasisOfTheHeart.com.Reiki for Children with LJ Groom, Reiki Master – 1-4pm. For parents of children between the ages of six and twelve, who are either gifted or just a little more “aware” that other kids of the same age. Learn how children can become more confident, focus greater, or have increased well-being. Instructor LJ Groom will present the basics of energy healing techniques in a way that kids will easily understand and be able to use. In-cludes a complimentary hands-on attunement. An accompanying adult is permitted to observe. $60. The Reiki Center. 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-432-6632. TheReikiCenter.net.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29Yoga Adventure for Kids with Dayna Case: Ages 3 to 6 – 10:30-11:30am. See June 8 listing. $15. Pre-registration required. PAI Yoga and Fit-ness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.The Beer Yogis at Kindred Artisan Ales – 6:30-7:30pm. This summer, The Beer Yogis are making a one-month, 23-city, 6,000-mile road trip across the U.S. to gather fellow beer yogis. The Colum-bus stop features a 60-minute vinyasa flow, led by Melissa and Mikki. All levels welcome. After the practice, we will enjoy pints of freshly brewed beer. $25. Kindred Artisan Ales, 505 Morrison Rd, Gahanna. 503-508-7185. [email protected]. TheBeerYogis.com/Events/Kindred.Sunset Yoga – 7-9pm. PAI Yoga and Fitness studio has partnered with Jorgensen Farms to offer yoga classes at sunset. Participants will be led on a tour of the 65-acre organic farm, followed by a one-hour yoga session in a flower field. Refreshments will be served afterward in the farm’s historic barn. In case of inclement weather, the barn will also be used for the yoga session. All levels of yoga experience welcome. Please bring a beverage of choice and a yoga mat. Pre-registration required. $30. Jorgensen Farms, 5851 E WalnutSt, Wester-ville. 614-656-4476. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 30Yoga Adventure for Kids with Dayna Case: Ages 7 to 12 – 10:30-11:30am. See June 9 list-ing. $15. Pre-registration required. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.

Columbus. 614-446-2091. [email protected]. YogaHappiness.us.Strawberry Festival – Noon-4pm. This inaugu-ral celebration features games for kids, music, vendors, and Father’s Day activities. Delaware County Community Market, 222 E William St, Delaware. 740-610-0091. DCCMC.com. See news brief, page 6.Vegan Pop-Up Market – Noon-4pm. Vendors will have a variety of vegan items on hand, including food and body care products. Enjoy samples of baked goods and sweets. Upton Nat-urals will present vegan cooking demonstrations. All proceeds from vendor fees and raffles will be donated to The Sunrise Sanctuary in Marysville. 2891 E Dublin-Granville Rd, Gahanna. 614-476-6159. ItsAll-Natural.com. See news brief, page 6.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22Yoga Adventure for Kids with Dayna Case: Ages 3 to 6 – 10:30-11:30am. See June 8 listing. $15. Pre-registration required. PAI Yoga and Fit-ness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 23Yoga Adventure for Kids with Dayna Case: Ages 7 to 12 – 10:30-11:30am. See June 9 list-ing. $15. Pre-registration required. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.DIY Body Care – 6:30-8:30pm. Upon further inspec-tion of all the ingredients in basic body care products, it might be worthwhile to start looking for alternatives. Learn to make non-toxic deodorant and tooth powder. Students will take home what is made in class, as wells as starter recipes and pointers on further experimen-tation. $30. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25Yin Yoga – 9-10:30am. See Jun 11 listing. $15. Yoga Happiness Studio, 219 E Arcadia Ave, Co-lumbus. 614-446-2091. [email protected]. YogaHappiness.us.Yoga Learner Series: Workshop I – Origin, History, Mythology – 11am-1pm. The first of three installments this quarter will cover “The Eight Limbs of Yoga”. We will review the origins, history, and surrounding mythology of yoga before we delve into yamas and niyamas. Please dress comfortably. $20. Yoga Happiness Studio, 219 E Arcadia Ave, Columbus. 614-446-2091. [email protected]. YogaHappiness.us.Summer Psychic Wellness Fair – 1-5pm. Featur-ing psychics and intuitives offering numerology reports, astrology, shamanic services, plus sweat lodge and runic tarot readings. Other services provided are Reiki, massage, tuning forks, reflex-ology and craniosacral therapy. $20 per session. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

SUNDAY, JUNE 26Workshop Series, Part 1: Introduction to Crystals and Stones – Identifying and Working With Ancient Energy Forms – 10am-12:30pm. Participants will learn about the origin of crystals from the earth plane and beyond, understand how to identify certain types of crystals and their respective metaphysical healing properties, plus

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mondayMorning Meditation – 8:30-9am. An empow-ering and relaxing way to set the tone for the day or week. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. [email protected]. ShiftGrandview.com.HYE 90 – 9-10:30am. This community hot yoga class includes 26 postures and two breathing ex-ercises. Participants will sweat, breathe and heal. Please bring a mat, large towel and water. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MIND-BODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.Noon Beginners Basics Yoga – Noon-1pm. Join Kris Tann for a fit way to start the second half of the day. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 5576 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus. 614-656-4476. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.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.HYE 90 – 5:30-7pm. See Monday 9-10:30am listing. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MINDBODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.Ashtanga Half Primary Level 1 and 2 with Jerry Marcom – 5:45-7pm. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOn-High.com.Fascial Release Class – 7-8pm. Incorporate foam rollers, trigger point props, stability equipment,

developmental patterning, and yoga to uniquely access and work through tension, pain, and stress. Taught by Dr. Melinda Cooksey. $20. All Life Community Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 614-563-0997. AllLifeCommunity.org.Flow and Let Go – 7:30-8:30pm. This upbeat vin-yasa class begins with a slow warm up, then moves into a rhythmic and continuous flow, building lots of heat and momentum. Clear the mind, work the body and end in a relaxed state of calmness. Yoga-Well-Being, 1510 Hess St, Columbus. 614-432-7553. YWBYoga.com.

tuesdayVinyasa Slow Flow Level 1 and 2 with Michael Murphy – 6:30-7:30am. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.HYE 90 – 9-10:30am. See Monday 9-10:30am listing. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MINDBODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.Tea 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.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.HYE 90 – 6-7:30pm. See Monday 9-10:30am listing. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MINDBODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.

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wednesdayMorning Meditation – 8:30-9am. An empow-ering and relaxing way to set the tone for the day or week. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. [email protected]. ShiftGrandview.com.HYE 90 – 9-10:30am. See Monday 9-10:30am listing. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MINDBODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.Vinyasa Slow Flow Level 1 and 2 with Cara Unrue – 9:15-10:30am. Grow Yoga, 1780 W 5th

Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-291-4444. GrowYo-gaColumbus.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. Taught by Sipra Pimputkar. $15. Yoga-Well-Being, 1890 Northwest Blvd., Ste. 340, Columbus. 614-432-7553. Yoga-Well-Being.net.Noon Beginners Basics Yoga – Noon-1pm. Join Kris Tann for a fit way to start the second half of the day. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 5576 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus. 614-656-4476. [email protected]. PAIYogaFitness.com.HYE 90 – 5:30-7pm. See Monday 9-10:30am listing. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MINDBODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.Hatha Mixed Level 2 and 3 with Marcia Mill-er – 5:45-7:15pm. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Kundalini Yoga – 5:45-7:45pm. An all-encompass-ing 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, Ste 100, Columbus. 614-596-6385. [email protected]. CFWOhio.org.Tai Chi – 6-7pm. A moving meditation done stand-ing 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-de-fense. Positive energy for stress relief. $35/session, $85/monthly. The Grey Budha, 400 West Rich St, Columbus. 614-975-7683. GreyBudha.Weebly.com.

thursdayHYE 90 – 9-10:30am. See Monday 9-10:30am listing. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MINDBODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.Mixed 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]. Shift-Grandview.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 Rehearsal – 7-8:30pm. For those who can carry a tune, and enjoy conveying kindness through singing. This all-female choir is dedicated to singing at the bed-sides of those struggling between living and dying, in hospitals, hospices, extended care facilities and private residences in the Columbus metropolitan area. Free. Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus. 614-600-2460. [email protected]. ThresholdChoir.org/Columbus.Kundalini Yoga with Emily Willen – 7-8:30pm. Walk-ins welcome. No preregistration necessary. $15. All Life Community Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 330-701-0161. AllLifeCommunity.org.Yoga Well Being – 7:15-8:30pm. This class is based in the Hatha tradition. The moves are chal-lenging, yet simple and accessible to all. Open to new and veteran students. Practice proper breathing and meditation in a warmed room. Yoga-Well-Being, 1510 Hess St, Columbus. 614-432-7553. YWBYoga.com.

fridayHYE 90 – 9-10:30am. See Monday 9-10:30am listing. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MINDBODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.

Yoga Well Being – 2-3:15pm. This class is based in the Hatha tradition. The moves are challenging, yet simple and accessible to all. Open to new and veteran students. Practice proper breathing and meditation in a warmed room. Yoga-Well-Being, 1510 Hess St, Columbus. 614-432-7553. YW-BYoga.com.Hatha Mixed Level 1 and 2 with Tom Griffith – 4-5:30pm. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Co-lumbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Dancing Mindfulness – 7:30-9pm. For beginners and experienced movers alike, this meditation and creative movement class explores the mind-body connection and mindfulness through dance. $10 suggested donation. Center for Wholeness, 4140 N High St, Ste 100, Columbus. 614-784-8488. DancingMindfulness.com.

saturdayHYE 90 – 10-11:30am. See Monday 9-10:30am listing. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MINDBODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.Hatha Beginner Drop-In with Alicia Rieske – 10:30-11:15am. Yoga on High, 1081 N High St, Columbus. 614-291-4444. YogaOnHigh.com.Yoga Well Being – 10:30-11:45pm. This class is based in the Hatha tradition. The moves are challenging, yet simple and accessible to all. Open to new and veteran students. Practice prop-er breathing and meditation in a warmed room. Yoga-Well-Being, 1510 Hess St, Columbus. 614-432-7553. YWBYoga.com.HYE 90 – Noon-1:30pm. See Monday 9-10:30am listing. Space is limited, please pre-register through the MINDBODY app. Donation-based. Hot Yoga Escape, 17311 Gambier Rd, Mt Vernon. 209-606-1856.

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APOTHECARY

BOLINE APOTHECARYLily Shahar Kunning, Owner15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus614-517-0466Lily@BolineApothecary.comBolineApothecary.com

We are an old-fashioned apothecary that makes tonics and body care for the community. Our shop is run by an herb-

alist 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 21.

BIOFEEDBACK

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.

BIOIDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY

INTEGRATIVE HORMONE CONSULTINGRobert Wood, RPh, Consulting Pharmacist7720 Rivers Edge Dr, Ste 121, Columbus614-888-8923IntegrativeHormoneConsulting.com

Dr. Wood works closely with each patient to p rov ide the co r rec t balance of hormone the rapy, nu t r i t i ona l support and lifestyle

changes. He has 18 years experience, works with many area practitioners, and sees patients of all ages, both men and women. Find out how hormone therapy can be effective in multiple-symptom management. See ad, page 37.

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.

DAY CARE - ORGANIC

THE BARRINGTON SCHOOL6046 Tara Hill Dr, Dublin614-336-300010655 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell614-336-00004780 Cemetery Rd, Hilliard614-876-90004895 Sawmill Rd, Upper Arlington614-764-4000Info@BarringtonSchool.comBarringtonSchool.com

The Barrington is an all-inclusive child ca re fac i l i ty fo r i n f a n t s t h r o u g h

school age. We are proud to offer organic meals prepared from natural, fresh ingredients and free-range, non-processed meats. We have exceptional teacher-to-student ratios, and all our instructors are experienced and well-educated. Daily classes feature a rotation of gymnastics, dance, music, yoga and cooking. See ad, page 8.

DENTISTRY

DENTAL ALTERNATIVESDr. Richard DeLano, DDS, MS150 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Ste 150, Worthington614-888-0377DentalAlternatives.net

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

general dentistry with a holistic approach. He takes time with his patients to explain the choices they have concerning their oral health. Dental Alternatives is a mercury-safe and fluoride-free dental practice. Visit our website to learn more. See ad, page 20.

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.

You can learn many things from children. How much patience you

have, for instance. ~Franklin P. Jones


EDUCATION

SIMPLY LIVING SUSTAINABLE UNIVERSITYSarah EdwardsPO Box 82273, Columbus614-447-0296SEdwards@SimplyLiving.orgSimplyLiving.University

We provide classes to train and e d u c a t e p e o p l e a b o u t sustainability topics and practices. Subjects include, but are not limited to, Food, Urban Homesteading, Health and Wellness, Green Building,

Finance, Energy Solutions, Transportation and Economics. Visit our website for the current class schedule. See ad, page 35.

ESSENTIAL OILS

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

Who is controlling your health care? Empower yourself with Nature’s

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 18.

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 29.

FURNITURE

T.Y. FINE FURNITURE106 E Moler St, Columbus614-929-5255Service@TYFineFurniture.comTYFineFurniture.com

We custom design and hand produce al l our unique commercial and home décor pieces from naturally fallen timber, applying water or milk-based glues and a

proprietary organic wood finish. Our furniture is heirloom quality and guaranteed for life. We also sell a handpicked selection of Ohio-made organic mattresses, to help reduce harmful chemical exposure in your home. See ad, page 3.

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 clients grow through the issues that kept them frustrated, worried and hurt. We help them find the relief they need, and build confidence, peace and ease into their daily lives. We do this by getting to the root of the matter (the thoughts and beliefs

in the mind) and that is precisely why the changes stick. If you need some support in making a lasting positive change, schedule yourself a free phone consult today at In-Hyp.com/free, or call us at (614) 304-1061. P.S. - We can help with a number of issues. See In-Hyp.com/155 for a list of some of the issues we work with. See ad, page 11.

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. Please see our website for further details on our services, workshops, webinars and classes.

JEWELRY

AUDACIOUS 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 32.

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”. See ad, page 19.

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 37.


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 35.

MOMENTUM98 NATURAL HEALTH STORE3509 N High St, [email protected]

We have been serving the holistic health needs of the Central Ohio community since January 1, 1980, selling products that uplift on all levels of existence. We carry raw foods and superfoods,

herbal supplements and oxygen supplements, castor oil and essential oils, plus Chinese herbal tonics and shilajit. We also specialize in wellness and natural living accessories, including over 100 massage tools, magnets, color therapy glasses, coning candles, tuning forks, yoga supplies, hemp clothing, inversion and exercise machines, water purifying and energizing devices, plus foot detox ionizers. Stop by our store to experience five to ten minutes of the Relax far-infrared saunas and lamps, to detoxify, ease inflammation and pain, and invigorate the body.

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 9.

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.

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.”

REIKI

HEALING TOUCH WELLNESSSara Awad, Certified Reiki Practitioner1196 Neil Ave, Columbus123 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.

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

Total Energy H e a l t h i s a holistic healing

practice that focuses treatment 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 optimum healing. 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.

SALON/SPA

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.

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 25.

WELLNESS CENTER

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 15.The word ‘happiness’ would lose its

meaning if it were not balanced by sadness.

~Carl Jung


WILBRIDGE WELLNESS GROUPBecky Appelfeller, MAT, CRS, BEP614-515-3692Pam Hatch, M. Ed614-338-57166797 N High St, Ste 221, WorthingtonWilbridgeWellness.com

We offer life coaching and massage therapy services. Becky and Pam work with individuals, couples, families and groups. Becky practices a holistic wellness approach to healing and emotional health, drawing from her extensive training in Gestalt therapy, Neuro Emotional Technique (NET), Rubenfeld Synergy and integrative bioenergetic medicine. Pam’s specialties include Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and hypnotherapy, as well as nutrition and lifestyle guidance for mental and emotional health, weight loss and management, mindfulness, and support for depression and anxiety. Irina uses multiple techniques for muscle assessment and healing, such as Myofascial Release (MFR), Craniosacral Therapy (CST), Neuromuscuclar Therapy (NMT), general engagement manipulations, relaxation and trigger points. See ad, page 18.

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 17.

PAI YOGA AND FITNESS2 locations: Dublin and Gahanna/New [email protected]

At PAI, we want to be a part of your life’s journey. It is our goal to provide an atmosphere of refuge, relaxation and wellness for all those who enter our sanctuary; a place w h e r e s e r e n i t y a n d functionality meet as one. Our s t u d i o o f f e r s a n o n -

competitive, supportive environment to help you discover your body’s full potential. Both of our studios offer a wide array of yoga classes, as well as Barre, Spin, and a newly revamped TRX/fitness program. We also offer different types of workshops, and recently implemented a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Program. Come and get your piece of the PAI! Mention this listing and your first class is free. See ad, page 27.

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 21.

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