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16 PeaCe Mail SpreadingGoodWill onEarthThroughArt by April Thompson
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21 inJury-free yoga ProvenApproaches forSafePractice by Lynda Bassett
23 eXPloring our Creative side EngaginginCommunityArts BringsUnexpectedRewards by Judith Fertig
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Weareallborncuriousandcreativebeings.Soit’sstrangethatmanyofusdonotrecognizethisfacet
ofourselvesaswegrowup.Webecomeolderandmoreexperiencedinmanywayswithout seeinghowwecreatively stretchourselvessimplyinmanagingeverydaylife.
Weallknowthesayingthatcuriositykilledthecat,butmaybeit’swhatgavehernine lives, as well. Just as children need
creativeplaytimetodevelopanynumberofskills,exercisingourinnateimaginationandinventivenessthroughoutlifeisvitaltoourhealthandwellbeing.
Fromearliestrecordedhistory,humanshavecometogetherincommunitytosharedartfulactivitiesasavenuesofexpression,celebrationandrelease.Instruments,rhythmsanddancestepsmaybemorecomplextoday,buttheappealofmusicandmovementisuniversal.Thesameprincipleappliesacrosstheboard.Appreciatingartisasessentialasperformingit.
It is not surprising that Judith Fertig reports in our feature article this month,“ExploringOurCreativeSide,”howpeopleallovertheUnitedStatesfindthemselvesjoyfullyparticipating incommunityartsprograms.Thoseshe interviewedattesthowengaginginsuchprogramsgivesthemthecreativeoutletsthathelpthemthrive.Theyhavefoundfun,personalgrowth,wellnessandcommunity.
Weareblessedwithasuperabundanceofart,music,choralandtheatergroupsinGreaterNewOrleans,bothforchildrenandadults.Wehopethestoriessharedinthesepageswillinspireyoutotrysomethingnew,maybeadrummingcircle,garageband,danceevent,orKirtanconcertatalocalyogastudio.Thiscityhassomethingspecialtosupporteveryone’smuse.
Thecreativeprocessisvaluableineveryareaoflifeandexpertsinlandscapeandwatermanagementarehelpingarearesidentstosustainablymanagewaterwithhardynativeplants,raingardensandwatercatchmentsystems.
In“WeShouldBeSinging in theRain,”writerColleenMorgan talkswith localexpertsaboutthespecificbenefitsofwatercatchmentsystemsandwhatcanlegallybeinstalledinNewOrleans.Theyareavailabletohelphomeownersandbusinesseswithideasanddecisions.
Meanwhile,areawaterandsewerageratesaretargetedforsubstantialrateincreasestopayforneededimprovementsinsysteminfrastructure.Let’sencouragedesignerstomakesurethesystemiscompatiblewithresidents’landscapeuseofrecycledgreywaterandfreshlycapturedrainwater.Asoneexpertstates,therainwaterwereceiveislikegoldandweshouldtreatitassuch.
Let’sallletourcuriosityoutoftheboxabitmorethismonthandseewhatnewinspirationswefind.Weinviteyounowtoturnthepageandgethappy.
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Bayou Natives BashBayouRebirth,alocalnonprofitthathasorganizedmorethan1,500volunteers
inthereplantingofwetlandsandremovalofinvasiveplantspeciesinandaroundNewOrleans,willholdafundraisertohelpfundthelaunchofanativeplantnurserycampaign.Theeventwillkickoffat6p.m.onSeptember12attheKingPinonLyonsStreetinUptownNewOrleans.Therewillbediscountedfoodandaraffleofdonateditems.AdollarfromeverydrinkwillgotoBayouRebirthtosupportthenewnurserynamedBayouNatives.
Bayou Rebirth was founded in 2007 by NaturalAwakeningsEnvironmentalEditorColleenMorgan,whodevelopedtheplanforthenonprofitaspartofherMas-tersdegreeinEnvironmentalStudiesattheYaleSchoolofForestryandEnvironmentalStudies.Partlyfundedbya grant from the National Oceanic andAtmosphericAdministration’sCommunityBasedRestorationProgramandadministeredby theGulfofMexicoFoundation,theorganizationworkedwithover800volunteersin2009and600in2010.Inadditiontofacilitatingvolunteergroups,BayouRebirthofferseducationalprogramsforlocalschools.Ithasseveralneighborhoodnurserieswhereplantsaregrownforplantingprojects.
NativeplantsareimportanttowetlandsrestorationandwatermanagementthroughoutSoutheastLouisiana,becausetheyareadaptedtolocalconditions,tendtobehardy,pestresistantandbetterabletohandletheraincyclesofdelugeanddroughthere.Nativeplantsareessentialtorebuildingandmaintaininghealthyecosystems.
BayouRebirthiscurrentlyworkingwithTheRecirculatingFarmsCoalitionandtheNewOrleansFoodandFarmNetworktoco-locateitsnewnativeplantnurseryonpropertywhereanaquaponicdemonstrationfarmandeducationalfacilitywillbedevelopedbytheothertwoorganizations.ThenewnativeplantnurserywillallowBayouRebirthtogrowplantsforprojectsandalsoplantstosell,whichwillhelpoffsetthecostsofthenonprofit’sprograms.
“Therearesomanyprojectscomingupthatwillrequirenativeplantsandwewanttobereadyandavailablewithplantmaterialforthoseprojects,”explainedMorgan,notingtheparkprojectsaroundthecityaswellasstate-fundedcoastalwetlandsrestorationinitiatives.“Ourgoalistoprovidenativeplantsforpeople’syardsandpublicparks,andhavethathelpustocontinueourvolunteerwetlandsplantingprojectsandeducationprogramsforkids.”
For more information about Bayou Rebirth’s programs, logon to BayouRebirth.org or email the director at [email protected].
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Yoga MonthCelebration at Bayou de Zaire
September has been designated asNationalYoga Month by the U.S.
Department of Health and HumanServices, with the mission to educateaboutthehealthbenefitsofyoga.Over1600 yoga studios nationwide will beparticipatingbyofferingonefreeweekofyogatonewstudents.
Bayou de ZaireYoga, a new yoga and retreat center on the Northshore inMadisonville,willbeoneofthe1600participating.DuringSeptember,anyonenewtoyogaortoBayoudeZairewillreceiveonefreeweekofyoga.
Inaddition,BayoudeZairewillcelebrateNationalYogaMonthbyhostingtwoworkshopsonSeptember29,presentedbyTaraEngeran,aRYT5000masteryogateacherfromNewOrleans,whoiscertifiednationallyandinternationally.Themorningsession,“ReconnectingtoYourCenter”isbeginnerfriendly,followedbyadeliciousMediterraneanvegetarianlunchthatisfreetothefirst20tosignup.Theafternoonworkshop,“EnergizingYourselfThroughInversions,”isintermediatelevel.
For more information visit: BayoudeZaireyoga.com. For more information on Yoga Month events and to receive one free week of yoga visit: YogaMonth.org. See ad on page 7.
NOLA Bamboo Moves to Art Egg StudioNewOrleansBamboohasmovedtoa
newlocationinthecentrallylocatedArtEggStudioat1001SouthBroadStreetinNewOrleans.Theshowroomatthenewlocationisopenbyappointmentexclusively.But owner MikeWard says they will stillbring samples to a client’s home, whichmakesshoppingeasier.Thestorehasalsoexpanded the line of custom shades and bamboopanelssuchasplywood,countertopsandveneers.Anewwebsiteisunderconstructiontoo.
For an appointment or to order green building supplies call the new phone number 504-486-0052 or send to new fax 504-486-0053. See ad on page 17.
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BikeBusNOLA.comNew Orleans not only has an
organization dedicated to makingbiking easier, Bike Easy, which haspublishedabikemapwithpreferredroutesforbikers,residentsnowalsohaveanApp.
Bicyclists can now logon to http://BikeBusNola.com to navigate the cityusingthepublictransitsystemaswellastheirtwowheels.Sincethecity’sbusesnowallhavebikeracks,gettingfromheretothereismucheasier.Andnowtheapp,whichisaccessiblebymobilephonesaswellasdesktopandlaptopcomputers,helpscyclists“extendtheirbikeride”–orshortentheirride–withthehelpofthebussystem,accordingtothewebsite.
Thefreeservice“providesstepbystepdirectionsonhowtogetbetweenanytwopointsinthecity,andifyou’renotonyourbike,youcangetothertypesofdirectionsaswell,”thewebsitereads.TheappwascreatedbyvolunteersaspartoftheGoodIdeasforNewOrleansproject,inpartnershipwithBikeEasyandTransportforNOLA.
For more on the participating organizations visit: TransportForNola.org, BikeEasy.org and InvadeNola.com for the Good Ideas for New Orleans project.
Conference Envisions a Resilient Gulf CoastAmericanInstituteofArchitects(AIA)NewOrleans
is hosting the first annual Sustainable DesignConference in September to talk abouthow the cityanditsstructureswillstandthetestoftime.Theevent,entitled:Resilient,Responsive,Regenerative–VisioningtheFutureoftheGulfCoast,willtakeplaceSept.6-8attheAIADesignCenterat1000St.CharlesAvenueinNewOrleans.
Theeventwillbringtogetherdesignprofessionalsfrom across the Gulf Coast Region to learn, share,anddiscussrelevanttopicsinthefieldofsustainabledesign.Theconferencewillprovideamacrotomicroviewofcasestudiesthatwilldrivetheconversationofhowfutureprojects,specificallycommunitybased,willadapttobemoreresilient,responsiveandregenerative.
For more information or to register, logon to AIANewOrleans.org.
Attachment Psychotherapy / EMDR
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NOLA Aikido Fall Open HouseLearnaboutthemodern
Japanesemartialartofpeace,Aikido,atNOLAAikido’s back-to-schoolopen house on Sunday,September 30 from 1:30to3p.m.NOLAAikido islocated in Mid-City at 3909Bienville Street, Suite 103. AnAikidodemonstrationwillbeginat1:30p.m.,followedbyashortsampleclassat1:45p.m.,forthosewhowouldliketogiveitatry.
“ThisopenhousewillgiveyouatruetasteofwhatNOLAAikidohastoofferyouintermsoffitness,well-being,self-defense,community,andfun.”statesheadinstructor,RobertBrianLevySensei.Further,“Aikidoisamartialartinwhichwedonotresist,butratherblendwiththeenergyofanattacksoastosafelyneutralizethethreatwhilenothavingtocauseseriousharmtotheattacker.”
Levy,athirddegreeblackbelt,andotherseniorinstructorsandstudentswillbeonhand.
Bringthewholefamilyasthereareclassesforeveryonefrom4yearsto84.Itcanbepracticedbymenandwomenofallbodytypes.Levystressesthatonedoesn’thavetoalreadybeinshapetogetstarted.
For more information contact Robert Brian Levy Sensei at 504-208-4861 or [email protected] or visit NolaAikido.com/news. See ad on page 7.
Learn the Language of Light Cindy Daigle of the Center for
EnlightenedTransformationwilloffertwo workshops on Light Language inSeptember at the Journey intoWellnessCenter,3939HoumaBlvd.,Bldg.3,Suite15,Metairie.
OnSeptember21,from6:30to9:30p.m.,DaiglewillofferLightLanguage1.Participantswillusesacredgeometryina7-shapesequencetocreatewhattheydesireintheirlives.Thecostis$65.
A two-day workshop on Light Language 2 follows onSeptember22and23,from9a.m.to5pa.m.eachday.Thecostis$290.Inthisworkshopattendeeswilllearntowrite49 shape grids for relationships, prosperity, cash, spiritualdevelopment andmore. Health grids for over 165diseaseswill begiven.LightLanguageisanancientMayan-Aztecteachingthatmustbelearnedinthepresenceofateacher.
DaiglewillspeakaboutLightLanguageatthemonthlyholisticeducationmeetingpresentedbytheCenterforHealthandHealing,Inc.onSeptember18,6:30p.m.attheOldMetairieLibrary,2350MetairieRd.
To register for workshops,contact Cindy Daigle at 504-931-6494 or [email protected]. Space is limited. A 50% deposit is due by September 15. Learn more about Light Language and other modalities Cindy Daigle offers at CindyDaigle.org. See ad on page 26.
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Design Your Life BootcampIttakes21days
to change ahab i t . Tha t ’swhyApril StolfofYoga504hascreated the 21Days Des i gnYour Life andYogaBodyBootCamp,whichwillrunfromSeptember8to29.Thebootcampisa21dayprogramthatincrementallyhelpstochangeoldpatterns.Areasoffocuswillbelifestyle,yoga,nutritionandfitness.Licensedandcertifiedprofessionalswillteacheachcomponent.
ThebootcampinstructorteamwillincludeCertifiedNLPLife Coach and RegisteredYogaTeacherApril Stolf, FitnessNutritionSpecialistandCertifiedPersonaltrainerJulieJoffrion,Licensed Nutritionist Suzanne de BoisblancTyler, andYogaAllianceCertifiedVinyasaInstructorKasiDickson.
To register for the program call 504-982-9642. Early registration recommended as space is limited. Vist Yoga504.com. See ad on page 20.
Alliance for Affordable Energy Annual PotluckOnThursday, September 20
at7p.m.,theAllianceforAffordable Energy will electnew members to the Boardof Directors at their annualpotluck dinner.The eventwill be held atThe NewOrleansHealingCenter,2372St.ClaudeAve,firstfloorfoyer,inNewOrleans.
Theeventisopentoanyone”interestedinahealthy,cleanenvironmentwithoutsacrificingarobusteconomy”,accordingtoCaseyDeMossRobertsoftheAlliance.“Thisisagreateventfornewfriendsandoldalike.Therewillbegreatnetworkingfor energy industry folks, money saving opportunities forhomeownersandinvestmentideasforcleanenergyinadditiontodeliciousfoodandawarmcommunity.”
Since1985 theAlliance forAffordableEnergyhasbeenthe state’s leading watchdog group for energy consumers inLouisiana. Its mission is to advocate for fair, affordable andenvironmentallyresponsiblecommunitybasedenergypolicyforLouisianaandthenation.Ithasfoughthardforresidentialandsmallbusinessbillpayers,standinguptobigutilitycompaniesinthestateandinterveninginstateregulatorybodies.
For queries contact Casey DeMoss Roberts at [email protected] or 504-208-9761. For more details on the Alliance visit: All4Energy.org. See ad on page 11.
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Art As TherapyArttherapyisusedinavarietyofsettings
including schools, hospitals, nursinghomes, shelters, outpatient programs andaddictioncenters.
Art therapist HollyWherry uses arttherapy as a way to deal with children’severyday issues as well as more indepthtraumas, likeseeingsiblingsgetshot.SheworksatapublicschoolinCentralCityNewOrleans.Shealsousesarttherapytoengageparentsandthecommunityaroundschool.Art therapy allows students and adults toaccess their feelings throughart ,becausesometimestheycannotdosowithwords.
Art therapy is a credentialed profession. Art therapists in private practice in the New Orleans area may be found at LouisianaArtTherapy.org.
Playing Genetic RouletteFilmmaker Jeffrey M. Smith has released a
groundbreakingnewfeature-lengthdocumentary,Genetic Roulette - The Gamble of Our Lives,narratedby Lisa Oz. It provides compelling evidence tohelpexplainthedeterioratinghealthofAmericans,especiallyamongchildren,andoffersa recipe forprotecting ourselves and our future. Smith hopesto accelerate the consumer tipping point againstgenetically modified organisms (GMOs) alreadyunderway.
In the film, a host of expert authorities inmanyfieldsattesttotheprospectwithinadecadeof virtually all major crops having geneticallymodified components and contributing to a universal rise ofepidemicproportionsinmutationsthatcanresultinunintendedallergicreactions,digestiveconsequencesandcatastrophicenvironmentaleffects.
AlsoaddressedareMonsanto’sstrongarmtactics,theFDA’sfraudulentpoliciesandhowtheUSDAhasignoredagrowinghealthemergency.
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Yoga in Cancer TreatmentOver three days in July, MDAnderson
Cancer Center in Houston hosted the8thAnnualOncologyTrainingConferenceforAcupuncturists,MassageTherapists,andYogaTeachers through the Integrative MedicineProgram.Over300professionalsparticipatedinthethreedaysoftrainingthatfocusedonthebenefitsofyoga,acupunctureandmassageintreatingspecificsymptomsincancerpatients.Among those attending were Becky Gelatt,directorandprimaryteacheratYogaSchoolinCovingtonandseveralofherstudents,DonnaBushandMaryAnnBossetta.
Topicsincludedrecentresearchfindings,recommendationsfortreatingcommonside-effects,ethicalissues,safetyissuesandcasepresentations.Someofthesymptomsthatwereaddressedincludednausea,sleepdisturbance,painandanxiety.Evidencedbased studies that validate the benefits of yoga, massage and acupuncture werepresented.
“Yogaisbecomingthemostacceptedbehaviortobeaddedtomedicalcare,”accordingtoDr.LorenzoCohen,DirectoroftheMDAndersonIntegrativeMedicineProgram.
YogaSchool,LLCistheonlyyogateacherprograminLouisianalicensedtotrainandcertifyyogatherapists.ItisasupportingmemberoftheInternationalAssociationofYogaTherapists.
For more information on the Yoga School or yoga therapy, contact Becky Gelatt at 985-893-8834. Donna Bush may be reached at 985-640-8504; Mary Ann Bossetta at 985-630-7242. See ad on page 20.
Salvadore Liberto Concert On September
19 at 8 p.m.,Salvadore Libertow i l l p r e s e n t aconcert at the OldU.S. Mint locatedat 400 EsplanadeA v e n u e , N e wOrleans.Ticketsare$15.
Libertohasbeenperformingandcomposingfor20years.MuchofitisinfluencedbyhisupbringinginNewOrleansandtheGulfSouth.Hismusichasbeendescribedascompelling.Grammy-winningproducerJohnSnyder,whoproducedLiberto’smost recent record, says, “In this group of songs there aremelodiesthatyouwillnotbeabletoforget,feelingsthatwillnotwashoffordissipate.Thisisnotbecausetheyareeasyandlogicalandsimplebutbecauseoftheireffect,theirhopefulness,theiruplift.”
CellistJackCraftoftheSusanCowsillbandwillbejoiningLibertoonstageforseveralsongsinthisconcert.CraftplayedonLiberto’smostrecentstudiorelease,Now’s the Time.
Contact Salvadore Liberto at [email protected] or visit SalLiberto.com
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Life is About Choices.Explore Complementary Therapies and Improve Your Life. Whether you are a healthy person and just want to stay that way, or you have a serious illness like cancer, Journey into Wellness offers something for everybody! Conveniently located in Metairie just yards away from EJ Hospital.
Reiki m Healing Touch m Massage m Hanna Somatic Education m Mind-Body Exercises m Angel Card Readings m Compassionate and motivational sessions for cancer patients m Classes m Counseling/Psychotherapy m Food and Lifestyle Coaching m Akashic Records Counseling m Private Yoga classes
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few u.s. adults regularly PraCtiCe HealtHy HaBits
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oftime.Ofthosesurveyed,80percentsaidthateatingatleastnineservingsoffruitandvegetablesdailyisastruggle.About60percentfinditdifficulttologtheassociation’srecommended150minutesofmoderatephysicalactivityeachweek.Atleast25percentdon’tbrushandrinsetwicedaily
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Thehusband-wifeteamofDrs.Felixand Barbara Bopp, opened BoppDermatology&FacialPlasticSurgery
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The twometwhileattendingTulaneUniversitySchoolofMedicine.FelixBopp,a native New Orleanian, specializedin head and neck surgery, followedby a fellowship in facial plastic andreconstructive surgery. Barbara Bopp, agraduate of Newcomb College, trainedin general dermatology and cosmeticdermatological surgery. Each is boardcertifiedintheirspecialties.
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One of the newest procedures thatBopp is thrilled with is the Ultherapy, anon-surgicalultrasound treatment that isthefirstandonlyprocedureFDAapprovedfor lifting the skin. He points out thatUltherapy works by restoring collagendeepbeneath the skin in theconnectivetissuelayerwhichisthesamecomponentthatisliftedinasurgicalfacelift.Patientshave been extremely happy with theirresults from the Ultherapy, he reports. Itcantakethreetosixmonthstoachievethe
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As to their holistic approach, FelixBopp reveals that the mind-body-spiritconnectionbecameveryrealtohimandhiswifeduringadisasterreliefmissiontoHondurasafterhurricaneMitchdevastatedthatcountry.Theyobservedthepoweroftheconnectiontospiritualityinthehealingof many of the victims they treated andnow include the same combination ofscienceandspiritualityinthetreatmentoftheirpatients.
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“This is for people who bicycle forutility–thisisnotforrecreationalriders,”Wilsonsaid.“Sowefocusedonthebestway to get from pointA to point B –preferredroutes, thatstayawayfromthemajorroads.”
The flip side of the map is a usefulguide that includes “Smart Cyclist” tipsand laws that pertain to cycling – thosethatregulatebikerbehaviorandothersthatoutlinetheresponsibilitiesofdriversastheyrelatetocyclists.“Bicyclistsontheroadwayhaveallthesamerightsandresponsibilitiesas motor vehicles,” the section begins.In addition to following the rules of theroad,wearingahelmet,using lightsandreflectors,andridingontheroadway,thissectioncautionsbicycliststorespectrightofways.Bicyclistsmustrideinthedirectionoftrafficandbevisibletocars,notweavingin and out of parked vehicles. Specificsuggestionstoimprovesafety,suchasusinghandsignalsandpickingyourrouteaheadoftime,arealsoincluded.
The“FriendlyMotorist”sectiongivesbicyclists the information they need tohelpeducatedriversaboutthelawstheymustabidebyastheyrelatetobicyclists.Bicyclistswhoalsodriveareremindednottodriveinbikelanes, tocheckforbikesbefore opening a car door, generally toberespectfulofbicyclesontheroadandkeep three feet froma cyclist to pass asrequiredbylaw.
Thefreebikemapisavailableinbikeshopsaroundthecityandcanbeobtainedby emailing the director, JamieWine, atJamie@bikeeasy.orgorcontactingtheBikeEasystaffthroughthewebsite–BikeEasy.org.MoreinformationonbikinginNewOrleansisavailablethereandontheUNOwebsite,Transportation.uno.edu.
Colleen Morgan, a free-lance writer and environmental editor for Natural Awakenings S.E. Louisiana, may be reached at [email protected].
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Between 15 and 20 millionAmericans practice yoga, spending anestimated$5.7billionannuallyonclassesandaccessories.NationalYoga Month, in September, reminds us to always make personalsafetyaguidingprincipleduringpracticesessions.Expertsadvisethefollowingguidelinesforpracticinginjury-freeyoga.
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Speak out. “Don’tbeafraid to askquestions,” Fishman emphasizes; getto the class early, introduce yourselftotheteacherandperhapsauditvariousclasses. Good instructors always askstudents about their health and fitnesshistory. Look for special needs groups. “Youcan get really specific in choosing therightyogaclass,whetheritfocusesonbackcare or other therapeutic yoga,” notesNardini. Exercise caution. Certain areas ofthebody,liketheback,neckandlimbs,areparticularlypronetoinjury,counselsHartman.“Twistingandcontortingposescan cause undue pressure,” so takethingsslowlyandstopifpainoccurs. Practice correct alignment.Expertsagree that proper alignment is key toinjury-freeyoga.“There’salottoproperalignment; it’s integral to being a yogateacher,”saysFishman.Agoodonewillwalktheroomtomakesureeveryonehasthecorrect form,keeping thevertebraemoreor less in line, even ina twistingpose. Seek modifying options.Instructorsmust teach modifications in poses toaccommodatetheindividual,oftenusingpropssuchasblocksandstraps. Learn to breathe.Properbreathingcannot be overemphasized. “Kripalu’steaching methodology, for example,emphasizescoordinatingmovementwith
breath because it is one of the leadingwaystopreventinjury,”Hartmansays. Go with a teacher that understands ana tomy. A t eache r w i th sucha background knows not only howmusclesmove,butalsohowtheymovetogether. Experts in yoga understandkinesiology—the natural synergies andlimits to muscle and joint movement,according to Fishman. Nardini furtheremphasizes the importanceof teachingtransitionsbetweenposes. Consider prior injuries.“Peoplethinkofyogaasahealingpractice.Thatdoesnot[necessarily]meanitwillhelphealapreviousinjury,”saysNardini.“It’spossibleyoucanmakeitevenworse.”Thosewithpreviousinjuries,pluselderlyindividualsandexpectantmothers,must take extrasafetyprecautions. Remember that yoga is not aboutcompetition. “Don’tbeafraid to takeatimeout,” says Fishman. “Or go into achild’s or modified child’s pose if youneedto.” Intheend,“Yogaisaboutincreasingawarenessofthebody.Awell-schooledyogateacherintendstocreateindividual,empowering experiences,” concludesHartman. Lynda Bassett is a freelance writer based near Boston, MA. Connect at LyndaBassett.com.
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Proven GuidelinesHere are some safe approaches andinjury-preventiontipsfromexperiencedyogis. Research the teacher. Investigatea yoga instructor’s credentials beforesigningupforaclass,advisesMeredithMontgomery, a board member of theYoga Health Foundation and publisherofNatural Awakenings’Mobile/Baldwinedition.Read the instructor’sbiographytoverifyhisorherprofessionaltraining,certification and level of experience.YogaAlliance.org maintains a well-respectedregistryofinstructorsthathavebeencertifiedasregisteredyogateachers(RYT). Analyze the class level. Considerthenameof theclass,plus the levelofadvancement. New students may wanttobeginwithagentle,restorativeoryin-typeclass.Toreduceanyrisk,“Signupforclassesthatareonelevellowerthanwhere you are,” advises Fishman.Askhow many students are allowed in theclass;asmallersizemeansmoreone-on-oneattention.
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syndrome, temporomandibular jointissues, chronic pelvic pain, interstitialcystitis,chroniclowbackpain,chemicalandfoodsensitivities,allergies,asthmaandcancerall seemtosharecommoncourses of formation.The commondenominator for these disturbancesappearstobechronicstress.” Dr.MarkHyman,chairoftheInstitutefor Functional Medicine, in Lenox,Massachusetts, elaborates: “Functionalmedicine seeks to create balance inthe body by looking at seven keys toachievingwellness:nutrition,hormones,inflammation, digestion, detoxification,energy metabolism and a calm mind.Weworkthroughtheentiresystem,helppeople identify patterns and return thebodytobalance.” Hyman is a strong advocate ofnutritionasthebasisforrestoringbalancetothebody.“Foodisthemostpowerfulmedicinewehave,morepowerfulthananydrug,morepowerful thananythingyou’lleverfindinapillbottle,”hesays. Teitelbaum notes, “Conventionalmedicineisbasicallyrunoneconomics,so doctors are too often influenced bydrug company marketing messagesmasqueradingassciencethatencourageexpensivetreatments,regardlessoftheirtoxicity.” In stark contrast, “Functionalmedicineinsteadlooksforthelowestcosttreatment that is supported by medicalevidence.”
Conventional Medicine Case in PointFibromyalgia,forexample,encompassesabasketofsymptoms,usuallybeginningwithoverallbodypainwithspecificpainpoints. Other common symptoms caninclude extreme fatigue, facial pain,irritablebowelsyndrome,memorylossand brain fog, depression, numbnessandtingling,palpitations,insomniaandheadaches,includingmigraines. “Untilafewyearsago,conventionalmedicinedecidedyouwerecrazyifyoucomplainedofthesesymptoms,”advisesTeitelbaum. “Then some expensivemedications came out—promoted by$210 million a year in advertising; sonow, patients are instead being told totakemedicationswithlotsofsideeffects.” The most common conventionallyprescribeddrugs forfibromyalgia targetsymptomsofinsomnia,depression,nervepain and inflammation.According toTeitelbaum, thevastmajorityofpeopletreatingwiththesemedicationscontinuetoexperience the same symptomsoverafive-yearperiod;only25to35percentreportsomeimprovement. It’sdifficulttodeterminehowmanyAmericans suffer from fibromyalgiabecause many go und iagnosed( the average t ime f rom onset ofsymptoms to diagnosis is five years).Cure4Fibromyalgia.com estimates that5millionAmericans,orapproximately2percentofthepopulation,sufferfromthisdisease.
F u n c t i o n a l M e d i c i n e Alternative“Functional medicine practitionersrecognizethatfibromyalgiarepresentsanenergycrisisinthebodyandusesimple,appropriateandeffectivetreatmentswithnoharmfulsideeffects,”saysTeitelbaum.“Most often I use a SHINE protocolthat I developed, basedon30 years oftreatingpatientswithchronicfatigueandfibromyalgia,witha90percentsuccessrate.” His is just one example of theway functional medicine would treat adifficult-to-diagnoseandtotreatdisease.Cass uses functional medicine veryeffectivelyagainstdepression,addictionand a host of women’s health issues.Hymanspecializesinmanagingdiabetesandobesitywiththetoolsoffunctionalmedicine. “Ifothermedicinesworkedaswellastreatmentsusedinfunctionalmedicine,I’dusethem,buttheydon’t,”concludesHyman. “My Hippocratic Oath says Imusthelprelievesuffering.Icandothatwith the tools that functional medicinegivesme.”
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2Community Donation Yoga Class – 10-11:15am. Do-nations are given to a Kiva loan recipient chosen by Transform NOLA community. “Like” Transform NOLA on Facebook to vote for a person to receive the dona-tion. Discover how the intention to give can transform your practice. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, NOLA.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm (also 9/13, 9/18). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. NMT is a partial body massage focused on a specific problem area. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.La Leche League Meeting – 7-8pm. LLL of New Orleans has been reactivated. Meets first Tuesday each month. Open to all women interested in breastfeeding. Learn more, ask questions, benefit from a commu-nity of breastfeeding mothers. Free. ZukaBaby, 2124 Magazine St, NOLA. More Info: Courtney Landry, [email protected]. Tai Chi Group Class – 7-8pm. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the quality of life. Offering an Intro program of 3 classes, valued at $59. Reserve space by 9/3. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm (also 9/12, 9/14, 9/19, 9/26). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. NMT is a partial body massage focused on a specific problem area. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
Solar Roundtable and Social – 5:30-7:30pm. Are you solar curious? Join the Alliance for Affordable Energy and the Gulf States Renewable Energy Industry As-sociation the first Wednesday each month for a solar roundtable to answer industry questions. Open to public. NOLA Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. More info: 504-208-9761.
New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 7-8pm (also 9/12, 9/26). Open House /Open Forum (3). To find calendar with times and topics visit our Louisiana website. 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. More Info: 504-472-5635.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6Tai Chi Group Class – 9:30-10:20am. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the quality of life. Offering an Intro program of 3 classes, valued at $59. Reserve space by 9/5. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm (also 9/20, 9/27). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8Lower Body Workshop – 8am-5pm. Freda Whalen, Certified Master Level in Medical Massage, teaches specific sports & medical massage techniques. Earn CE credits: LMTs: 14 CEUs; PTs: 16 CEUs. Blue Cliff College Massage Dept, Clearview Mall, Metairie. 504-293-0972.
Vegetable Garden Renewal – 10am. Philip Soulet, Horticulturist and Urban Farmer will discuss soils and techniques for preparing for a bountiful fall and winter yield. Available at the Greenhouse: vegetable and herb starts, scented plants, free seeds. Open 9am-Noon. Park-way Partners Greenhouse, 1137 Baronne St, NOLA.
OCH Art Market – 10am-3pm. Local arts & crafts, food, fresh juices and veggie foods from Tsai. 2nd Sat each month. 1618 Oretha C. Haley Blvd, Central City, NOLA.
The Madisonville Art Market – 10am-4pm. Art market featuring painting, photography, wood working, pottery, and jewelry along the Tchefuncta River on Water St. in Old Madisonville. Free. Info: 985-624-7216.
First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (9/8 & 9/9) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registra-tion: 504-376-8518 or 504-388-2356 text.
Design Your Life Bootcamp – It takes 21 days to change a habit. This 21 day bootcamp will feature lifestyle, yoga, nutrition and fitness led by licensed and certified professionals. Location is Uptown. Call April Stolf at 504-982-9642 for details. See news briefs for details.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9Yoga for Men w/Grant – 10-11:15am (also 9/16, 9/23, 9/30). $45/4 classes. Namaste of Metairie, 4413 Chas-tant St, Metairie. More Info: 504-484-9579.New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 11am TMO Home Oratory, 12pm Officers meeting, 1:30pm Council of Solace, 2pm Pronaos Convocation Re-hearsal, 2:30pm Pronaos Convocation Ritual. To find calendar with times and topics visit our Louisiana website. 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. More Info: 504-472-5635.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 12:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.Swedish Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm (also 9/25). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court. Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.Tai Chi Group Class – 7-8pm. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the quality of life. Offering an Intro program of 3 classes, valued at $59. Reserve space by 9/10. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.C. G. Jung Society Meeting – 7:30pm. “Reading the Images in Jung’s Red Book”, a film screening with discussion led by analyst Marilyn Marshall. 2 contact hrs for LPCs. $10 (free for members). Parker Methodist, 1130 Nashville Ave, NOLA.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12Bayou Rebirth Fundraiser – 6pm. Proceeds go to help establish a native plants nursery. Discounted food, drinks, raffle and more at King Pin on Lyons Street, Uptown New Orleans. See news briefs for details.Group Discussion with Dr. Kathleen Posey – 6:30-8pm. Guest speaker will discuss a new paradigm of wellness: Laminine; an innovative discovery for humanity in the form of a perfect whole food nutritional supplement. Affordable Healing Arts, 2372 St. Claude St, Suite 220, NOLA. Info/RSVP: 504-669-1020.Fall Karate Registration - New Fall Karate Pro-grams for Teens and Children. Leaders aren’t born, they’re made. Enroll in our Anti-Bullying Program. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.“The Nerd” at Playmakers Theatre – Runs Sept 7 thru 23. Play by Larry Shue. Willum’s unexpected visit by Rick Steadman becomes a dilemma, when Rick overstays his welcome with a vengeance. Adults $15, Students $10. Playmakers Theatre, 19106 Playmakers Rd, Covington. Reservations: 985-893-1671.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13Illuminate Together – 9-11am. Second Thursday each month. Gathering for spirit centered entrepreneurs to connect with other like-minded individuals, share and learn as well as create new business together. More Info: Michelle [email protected] Relaxation thru Yoga Nidra – 5:45-7:00pm. $20/class. Namaste of Metairie, 4413 Chastant St, Metairie. Info: 504-484-9579.
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Health and Wellness Classes – 7-8:30pm (also 9/27). With Suzanne Even, Certified Health Coach. First class is on Self Nurturing and Crucial Foods, second class is on Intuition and Stimulants. Gain insight and tools to take your holistic health to a new level. $25/class. 3939 Houma Blvd, Metairie. Info: 504-729-7333.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14Fall Karate Registration - New Fall Karate Programs for Teens and Children. Leaders aren’t born, they’re made. Enroll in our Anti Bullying Program. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15Advanced Myofascial Deep Tissue Strategies – 9am-4pm. (also 9/16). Magnus Eklund, Board Certified: Structural Integration, combines myofascial with therapeutic client movement. LMTs earn 12 CEUs: LAP122, MAP029, FSBMT, NCBTMB450063-06. Blue Cliff College Massage Dept, Clearview Mall, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
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Second Degree Reiki Class - Inquire for further dates/time. w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Oku Den (The Deeper Knowledge) is available for Reiki Students with 6 months experience in Usui Shiki Ryoho. For private classes and residential retreat information call 504-376-8518. 504-388-2356 text.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16Reiki Level 1 Attunement – Join renowned Cross Cultural Shamanic Practitioner Dr. G. Love in this workshop designed to help one tap into their own powers as a visionary, healer, and power-full Being. Open to all levels, $250. Space is limited. Info/Register: 917-881-8507 or [email protected].
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18La Leche Meeting/Jefferson – 10:15-11:15am. Meet with other breastfeeding mothers. Open to all women interested in learning about breastfeeding. Children wel-come. Borrowing library available. Meetings free. Des-tination Maternity Meeting Room, corner N. Causeway and 17th St., Metairie. Details: Kelley 504-952-3951
Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Metairie – 6:30-7:30pm. Sponsored by Holistic Center for Health and Healing, Inc. Cindy Daigle will speak about Light Language. Free, open to the public. Old Metairie Library, 2350 Metairie Rd. Info: [email protected].
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 7-8pm. Open House /Open Forum. To find calendar with times and topics visit our Louisiana website. 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. More Info: 504-472-5635.
Salvadore Liberto Concert – 8-9:30pm. Pianist, singer, and composer Salvadore Liberto provides a concert of piano and voice, singing songs influenced by both New Orleans and our collective journey for passion, peace, and healing. Tickets $15. Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Ave, NOLA. More Info: 504-481-4997 or [email protected].
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Covington – 7-8pm. Sponsored by the Holistic Center for Health and Healing Inc. Darrell Martin, of Blueboy Herbs, Master Herbalist will speak on, “Nature’s Plants for Your Health & Healing and Tincture Making,” discussion follows. Free/open to public. Covington Council Chambers, 222 Kirkland St, Covington. Info: 985-630-2652.Annual Potluck Dinner /Alliance for Affordable En-ergy – 7pm. Dinner, drinks, music and great company, hosted by The Alliance at the New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. More Info: [email protected] or 504-208-9761.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm (also 9/28). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. Sale $20/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court. Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.Spirit Connections – 7-9pm. Join us for an evening with Molly Powers, one of America’s leading mediums for a fascinating group reading. Individual readings are also available 9/22 & 9/23. Contact Molly about her weekend schedule thru her website. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, NOLA.Light Language 1 – With Cindy Daigle. This beginning class will use 7 shape sequences to consciously create what one desires in their life. Make instant and long lasting changes in yourself and your environment. $65. Journey into Wellness Center in Metairie. More Info: 504-931-6494.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22Light Language 2 – 9am-5pm. Two-day class (9/22-23) With instructor Cindy Daigle. After completing Light Language 1, this intermediate level teaches how to write 49 shape grids for relationships, prosperity, cash, health, spiritual development and more. $290. Journey into Wellness Center in Metairie. More Info: 504-931-6494.Shamanic Journeying – 4-7pm. Explore shamanic journeying, a technique resembling guided medita-tion, to navigate subconscious and spiritual realms for self discovery. Drumming, movement, writing. $30. New Orleans Healing Center-AHA. Contact Re-becca Green, shamanic practitioner, 408-540-8627 or [email protected]
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s –1pm Open House Luncheon (3), 3pm Memorial Ceremony Rehearsal (7), 3:30pm Memorial Ceremony (2, 5, 8). To find calendar with times and topics visit our Louisiana website. 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. More Info: 504-472-5635.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 5:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy. at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27Deep Relaxation thru Yoga Nidra – 7:15-8:30pm. $20/class Namaste of Metairie, 4413 Chastant St., Metairie. Call For more info: 504-484-9579.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28Candlelight Meditation & Restorative Yoga – 7-8:30pm. Appropriate for all levels. Brief explanation of medita-tion techniques followed by a sitting meditation, then a restorative yoga practice designed to help you begin the weekend with a smile. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, NOLA.
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Tea Tasting/Bodhisattva Tea Spa – 7-11pm. Taste the teas at this new tea boutique and spa.Offering whole leaf teas, herbs and tea accessories as well as massage therapy, infrared sauna, esthetics, ayurveda treatments, yoga, reiki, tai chi and qi gong. Tea Tasting Free. 3021 N. Arnoult Rd., Metairie. For information call 504-888-9299.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29Visualize Your Dreams – 10am-noon. Use your cre-ativity and visualization to create more of what you desire in your life. A WCGBR Women’s Week Activity facilitated by Heal Your Life® Coaches Carolee Laffoon and Peggy Billeaudeau-Bueche. Free. Pre-reg. required. Unity Church of Baton Rouge, 15255 Jefferson Hwy. Info and registration at 225-302-7828.
First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (9/15 & 9/16) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registra-tion: 504-376-8518 or 504-388-2356 text.
Kappa Kappa Gamma Private Event – 3pm. Namaste of Metairie, 4413 Chastant St, Metairie. Kappas Call for More Info: 504.484.9579.
Autumn Day Yoga Workshops. Celebrate fall, and National Yoga Month while deepening your yoga prac-tice with Tara Engeran. Take one or both workshops at beautiful Bayou de Zaire Yoga in Madisonville. Includes optional communal Mediterranean vegetarian lunch. Morning workshop is beginner friendly; afternoon session is intermediate. Contact: [email protected] or 985-792-0003.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30Breathwork for Self Care II – 10am-5pm. Facilitator: Jack Fontana. Experience the power of breath, help-ing relax, integrate, release; becoming more effective personally and professionally. LMTs earn 6 CEUs: LaBMT. Blue Cliff College Massage Dept, Clearview Mall, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
NOLA Aikido Back-to-School Open House – 1:30-3pm. Join us for a demonstration & short sample class for those wishing to give Aikido a try, Q and A, and tour. 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103, NOLA. Contact Robert Brian Levy Sensei, 3rd degree black belt 504-208-4861.
Bayou Jam Fall Concert Series – 5:30-7:30pm. (also 10/14 & 10/28) Featuring Redline this month. Bring family and friends, picnic blankets and lawn chairs for Slidell’s popular concert series in Heritage Park, Slidell. Free.
Reiki Level 1 Attunement – Join renowned Cross Cul-tural Shamanic Practitioner Dr. G. Love in this work-shop designed to help one tap into their own powers as a visionary, healer, and power-full Being. Open to all levels, $250. Space is limited. Info/Register: 917-881-8507 or [email protected].
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sundayDaily Kundalini Yoga by Donation – 9am. Also daily 5am practice and 5pm meditation. Kundalini yoga is the yoga of awareness. Clear the obstacles that limit life and awaken to fullest potential. Free. Divine Yoga, 1223 Baronne St and 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: [email protected]. Meditation Class for Healing – 9-10am. A non-tradi-tional guided spiritual connection. No dogma. Free. Led by Mike Wittenbrink, MBA of Powerpath Academy. Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave, NOLA. Info: 504-339-0594.Do You Have Too Much Stuff? – 10-noon. Free in home consultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of creating new space & peace of mind. To schedule call 504-920-1800.Spiritual, but not religious? – 11am. If you like what Wayne Dyer and Maryann Williamson have to say, you will love Unity Church of Practical Christianity in Metairie. We encourage the transformation of your life through practical spiritual principles. 3939, Veterans Blvd, Metairie (2 blocks west of Cleary, rear of Bldg). For more info call 504-885-7575. New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – Meet-ings held every Sunday and Wednesday at our 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner La 70062 Location. Call 504-472-5635.
mondayEarly Bird Power Yoga & Pilates Mat. – 5:45am. Private Pilates Reformer & yoga instruction available. M-F half price. Namaste of Metairie, 4413 Chastant St., Metairie. Info: 504-484-9579.Guided Meditation – 5-6:30pm. Strengthen your overall health as you are guided through meditation. Great for beginners and those experienced. Uptown Holistic Center, 723 Hillary, New Orleans. Dr. Jess Tregle 504-352-6418.Gentle Yoga – 6-7pm, 7:05-8:10pm, 8:15-9:30pm. Becky Bazile, 500 RYT, Certified Yoga Teacher. 6-week ongoing sessions. Studio space limited to 8 students, pre-registration required. $60/session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Esplanade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432.All Levels Hatha Yoga – 6-7:30pm. Beginners welcome and appropriate for intermediate and experienced practi-tioners. Asana, pranayama, mantra, mudra, maybe some Sanskrit and more. $10/class or $48/6. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St, Covington. Info: 985-892-4170 or [email protected] Dance: Ancestral Whispers – 6-8pm. Do you hear the call to explore your deepest dance, to walk between the worlds, to go beyond human binds? ($13 drop in, $40 for 4 classes.) Divine Yoga Center, 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact Odile, [email protected], 512.921.0464.
Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes sug-gested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, [email protected] Somatics class – 7-8pm. Learn how to be more flexible and release pain and stiffness from muscles and joints. Bring mat & towel to Our Place Fitness, 338 N. Vermont in downtown Covington. $20. Call Danny Burke 504-915-7200 for more info.Yoga Diva in Harahan – 7pm. (also Wed 5:15). Breathe, gently flow, stretch, and focus to awaken your inner god-dess. $15 drop-in or $60/5 classes. All levels, beginners welcome. 5700 Citrus Blvd, upstairs in Curves of Elm-wood. For info and pricing, call Karen 504-220-5325.Vinyasa Yoga/Yoga 504 – 6:30-7:45pm. Instructor: April Stolf. Come on an empty stomach, bring mat and water. Bodhisattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St., Metairie. Info: 504-982-9642.
tuesdayGentle Yoga for Injured, Limited & Seniors – 8am. (Tue & Thur) $5. Namaste Of Metairie. 4413 Chastant St., Metairie LA 70006. Call 504.484.9579 for more information.
Vinyasa Flow/Yoga 504 – 6:30pm. (also Sat 9am) Improve flexibility, focus, and balance. Connect with the higher vibrations of self and the Universe. Led by April Stolf. At Bodhisattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. Info: 504-888-9299.
Crescent City Farmers Market/Uptown – 9am-1pm. Open air market with fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and pies, bedding plants, dairy products, freshly cut flowers. Located in the parking lot of Uptown Square.
Northshore Yoga – 5:30-7pm. All levels welcome to come and explore Hatha Yoga offered by Wendy McKee ERYT. Opening the body to settle the mind and con-nect within. Mats & Props provided $10/class or $48/6 classes. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St., Covington Con-tact: Wendy McKee 985-789-0793 or [email protected].
Meditation, Knowledge & Sharing – 6:30pm. Free guided meditation sponsored by Art of Living. The New Orleans Healing Center, 2732 St. Claude Ave (4th Floor). Info: Call Allen 504-247-6692.
Self –Empowerment & Creativity Class – 7-9pm. 4 weeks starting Sept 10. PA 101: “The Path to your Ultimate Power: Using love letters of transformation to create self-confidence, self-esteem and a happier life.” Taught by Mike Wittenbrink, MBA, Powerpath Acad-emy. Love donation. Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave., NOLA, info: 504-339-0594.
Insight Meditation Group – 7:30-9pm. Meditaton prac-tice and discussion Tuesday evenings. 2134 Magazine St., 3rd fl., New Orleans. Info: [email protected] or call Larry at 504-343-8378.
wednesdayBetter Bottoms Merchandise Sales – 9am-3pm. Open to the public every Wed. Cloth Diapering Moms on site for questions and advice. Call to arrange for other dates or times. 1500 Edwards Ave, Ste F, Harahan, 70123. 504-731-7500. Guided Meditation – 10:30am-noon. Meditation is an excellent way to directly connect with your true inner self and with all divine energy to receive self-healing! Uptown Holistic Center, 723 Hillary, New Orleans. Call Dr. Jess Tregle: 504-352-6418.
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Hanna Somatics Class – 2-3pm. Learn how to be more flexible and release pain and stiffness from muscles and joints. Wear loose clothing that allows for move-ment. EJGH Wellness Center, 3726 Houma Blvd. $10/nonmembers. Call Danny Burke 504-915-7200 for more info.
German Coast Farmers Market/West Bank – 3-6:30pm. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie & fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausage, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 4th Wed. Located at 12715 Highway 90, St. Charles Plaza Shopping Center, Site of the old K-mart building, Luling, LA.
Edible City Gardens Open House – 4-6pm. Meet Michele Claiborne and explore gardens/urban farm. 6-7pm: workshops by Michele or guest. Topics: Kitchen pharmacy, nutrition, herbs, healthy recipes, hydropon-ics, growing your own food, wellness, true prosperity. Free. More Info: 504-330-8380.
Chair Yoga – 5-6pm. Good for Beginners, Seniors, Wrist/Knee/Hip Limitations. Becky Bazile, 500 RYT, Certified Yoga Teacher. Studio space limited to 8 stu-dents, pre-registration required. $60/6-week session or $12/walk-in. Senior Discount $45/session (65 or older). Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Esplanade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432.
The Lazarus Blueprint – 5-6:30pm. Wednesdays, beginning 9/5, Unity minister, Rev. Monya Scherzer will lead class based on book: The Lazarus Blueprint,” Ancient Secrets for Healing and Inner Peace by Mary Alice and Richard Jafolla. Unity Church of Metairie, 3939, Veterans Blvd, Metairie (2 blks W. of Cleary, rear of Bldg). For more info: 504-885-7575.
Northshore Yoga – 5:30pm. Gentle, challenging and relaxing classes focusing on breath and movement ap-propriate for beginners and seasoned students. Pleasant, stress-free environment with mats/props provided. 90 minutes @$10/class or 6 classes/$48. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St., Covington. Info/ Mary Ann Bossetta 200 RYT. 985-630-7242 or [email protected].
Gentle Flow Yoga – 6-7pm. Becky Bazile, 500 RYT, Certified Yoga Teacher. 6-week ongoing sessions. Studio space limited to 8 students, pre-registration required. $60/6-week session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Esplanade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432.
Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, [email protected].
Rasta Vinyasa/Yoga 504 – 6:30-7:45pm. Experience yoga to the vibration of Reggae music. Instructor: April Stolf, Bodhisattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. Info: 504-982-9642.
Meditation & Discussion Group – 7-8:30pm. A Vi-passana (Insight) meditation group. All interested in learning to meditate are welcome. Donation based. Sponsored by Flowering Lotus Meditation and Retreat Center. Offered at The N.O. Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave (corner St. Roch), 4th fl, Info: 504-905-4090 or [email protected].
Kundalini Yoga w/ Steph – 7:30-9pm. By dona-tion! Come relax into the yoga of pure awareness. Expand into yourself. Heal from within. Divine Yoga Center: 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: [email protected].
thursdayAgeless Yoga in Madisonville – 10-11am. Beginner and senior-friendly, also good for recovery from surgery, injury or illness. Yoga fundamentals, but modifica-tions made to fit individual needs. Upper-level teacher specializes in Viniyoga. Bayou de Zaire Yoga, 149 Hwy 1077, Madisonville. For info: [email protected] or 985-792-0003.Crescent City Farmers Market/Mid-City – 3-7pm. Farmers Market at 3700 Orleans Ave, American Can Co. building, New Orleans, rain or shine. All Levels Hatha Yoga – 5-6:30pm. Beginners welcome and appropriate for intermediate and experienced practi-tioners. Asana, pranayama, mantra, mudra, maybe some Sanskrit and more. $10/class or $48/6. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St, Covington. Info: 985-892-4170 or [email protected]. TriYogaNOLA/Mid-City – 6-7pm. Release, renew, and realize with relaxing, flowing movements to release tension in the body and to calm the mind. All levels. $15/class. 4436 Toulouse. For info and to register: 504-220-5325.A Course in Miracles – 6:30-8pm. Offered by Dr. Gary Arnold continuously in New Orleans since 1988. Free and open to the public. Location: Unity Church of Metairie, 3303 Richland, Ste. 2A, Metairie.
fridayFlow Wave at Wild Lotus – 9-10:30am. Flow empha-sizes the practice of connecting breath and motion in a fluid style of movement. Flow-Waves classes include sequences from Kali Ray Tri-Yoga with a strong emphasis on wavelike spinal movement. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4832 Perrier St, NOLA. Info: (504) 899-0047 or [email protected] Yoga – 6-7:15pm. In this class the body is supported in gentle yoga poses using bolsters and blankets and small adjustments are offered to enhance relaxation in the pose, offering a chance to unwind from our hectic day to day lives, release muscular tension and emotional stress. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4832 Perrier St, NOLA. Info: (504) 899-0047 or [email protected]
saturdayVietnamese Farmers Market – 6-9am. Over 20 vendors set up shop on blankets spread with produce, beyond the courtyards are shops selling Vietnamese baked goods and imported groceries. 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd, New Orleans East.Crescent City Farmers Market/Downtown – 8am-noon. Open-air market with great selection of fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and freshly made pies, bedding plants, dairy products, fresh flowers. Cooking demos by some of the city’s most acclaimed chefs. Located at 700 Magazine, corner of Girod, New Orleans. German Coast Farmers Market/East Bank – 8am-noon. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie meats, fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausages, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 2nd Sat. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Rd., Destrehan. For info call 985-359-0190.
Camellia City Farmers Market – 8am.-1pm. Featuring yard eggs, Mediterranean foods, herbs, produce, baked goods, coffee and iced tea, local musicians, tastings and cooking demos. Griffith Park, 333 Erlanger and Second St, Olde Towne, Slidell. Info: 985-640-8291.
Gretna Farmers Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, baked goods, dairy, native fruit wines and garden plants. Located in the old train depot, 300 Huey P. Long Ave, between 3rd and 4th streets, Gretna. Info: 504-362-8661.
Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Open year round, rain or shine. Free parking. Featuring fresh produce, seafood, bakery items, dairy, plants, prepared foods & hand-crafted items. Plus live music & kids activities. 484 Sala Ave, corner of 4th St., Westwego. Contact 504-341-3424, x 209.
Yoga Basics /Madisonville – 9-10 am. Beginner-friendly poses, breathwork, and meditation – all focused on help-ing students destress and detox naturally, and improve strength & flexibility. Bayou de Zaire Yoga, 149 Hwy 1077, Madisonville. For info: [email protected] or 985-792-0003.
Yoga Class/Mid-City – 9:30am. Start your day in a positive frame of mind with a restorative experience. American Can (next to X-Trainers), 3700 Orleans Ave, Mid-City. $55/month or $20/class walk-ins. Info: 504-482-2FIT.
Covington Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. (also 10am-2pm Wed) Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at Covington City Hall, 609 N Columbia St., Covington.
Mandeville Trailhead Community Market – 9am-1pm. Fifty-plus vendors weekly: Gourmet foods, art, produce and plants. Tai Chi at 9:30am. Parking lot of the Mandeville Trailhead on the St. Tammany Trace off LA59. For vendor/entertainment info: Donna Beakley 985-845-4515.
Sitting Meditation Group – 10-11am. Come practice zazen (sitting meditation) as well as walking meditation. Instruction and discussion also available. 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: contact Brian by email at [email protected] or call 504-644-7351.
Do You Have Too Much Stuff? – 10-noon. Free in home consultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of creating new space & peace of mind. To schedule call 504-920-1800.
Hollygrove Market & Farm – 10am-2pm. (also 10am-2pm Sundays & noon-6pm Tues). NOLA’s only CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables from LA, MS & AL. 8301 Olive St, NOLA (across from Carrollton Boosters).
Sankofa Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. Weekly market in the Ninth Ward offering fresh produce, seafood, baked goods, and plants from local farmers and fisher-men. New location at 3819 St. Claude Ave. Info: 504-872-9214 or [email protected].
Crossroads Arts Bazaar – 10am.-5pm. Indoor Art Mar-ket at the New Orleans Healing Center. Free. 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. 504-940-1130. Indoor Art Market at the New Orleans Healing Center.
Guided Meditation Group – 2:30-3:30pm. Free guided meditation sponsored by Art of Living. Fairgrinds Cof-fee House (upstairs), 3133 Ponce de Leon, New Orleans. Info: call Allen at 504-247-6692.
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Offering a holistic, integrative ap-proach to healing your beloved pet through acupuncture, herbal medi-cine/nutritional supplements, and food therapy. We treat the patient, not the symptoms. See ad on page 34.
BODYWORk
AVIVA MASSAGE & BODYWORK SPAlinda l. strickland, Ba, CHt, rM, lMt601 lafitte st., Mandeville985-727-9665
Discover the difference & feel the peace through massage/bodywork, select spa services & energy work. Integrative, in-tuitive, customized approach. Aromatherapy at all sessions.
LA 1479;E2445. See ad on page 32.
BODY SUGARING USA DAY SPAdora ochoa, l.M.t. 1800 w. Causeway approach., ste. 122Mandeville985-626-5538Bodysugaringusa.com
Unique, painless & permanent hair re-moval, specializing in Brazilian bikini lines. Home of the “Slimmer You” body wrap and cellulite massage. In-stant gift certificates on our website.
LIFE SOMATICSdanny [email protected]
Somatics, an all natural way to eliminate pain, repair injury and improve sports performance through gentle, slow move-ments. Danny is a Somatic Edu-cator trained in the tradition of
Thomas Hanna. Northshore and Southshore ap-pointments available. See ad on page 12.
Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email [email protected] to request our media kit.
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MARRAKESH MASSAGEZev attias, la lic. #[email protected]
We offer a variety of manual thera-pies in a luxurious and relaxing am-biance in our convenient Metairie location. See ad on page 19.
PEACEFUL BEGINNINGS FOR YOUletrice Barber-Hayes, la lic#5335-01kimberly Burrell, la lic#5460-012601 n. Hullen ste. 241, Metairie504-267-4662PeacefulBeginningsforyou.com
Our goal is to tailor the cli-ent’s experience based on initial interview informa-tion, overall experience –
We offer a variety of massage: tra-ditional Swedish Massage, Sports
Massage, Deep Tissue work, Hot Stone Massage, and Reflexology. See ad on page 6.
TOUCH AND HEALMASSAGE THERAPY Melissa k. Brocato, lMt, la lic#48618725 oak st., new orleans 504-388-1468touchandHealMassagetherapy.com
Can you imagine a life without pain? Clinical massage could be an addition to your pain management routine. Also offering group pack-ages, prenatal and sports massage. Located inside Salon Alphonse on Oak Street. Outcalls available.
UPTOWN THERAPEUTIC MASSAGEuptown Holistic Centerla lic. # 389201723 Hillary st., new orleans504-275-5923
Ken Leavitt, founder of the Uptown Holistic Center, has been studying Massage/Bodywork for over twenty years. Combining Asian,Eastern and Western modalities to provide lasting beneficial results. 90 min-utes- $110.00. See ad on page 33.
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BREATHWORkJACK ANTHONY FONTANABreathing Coach 3200 lake villa dr., Metairie 504-453-9161Jackfontana.com
Let me guide you through a breathing experience that can release stress, fear, suppression, anxiety and create a space of healing, acceptance and physical and emotional well being. Come Breathe, Relax and Let Go! Unique session for caregivers.
CHIROPRACTIC/WELLNESS
CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER dr. debbi Hannan101 Clearview Pkwy. at airline, Metairie504-454-2000Hannanwellness.com
Experience the difference! We offer total wellness care: Chiropractic, de-toxification, nutrition, endermologie, DRX-9000 non-surgical spinal de-compression, cold laser, EB-Cellular Cleanser, Far Infra Red Sauna and the Ideal Protein Diet plan. See ad on page 18.
UPPER CERVICAL FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC128 w. Harrison ave., new orleans 504-488-1800uCfamilyChiropractic.com
Rebuild, repair and renew your body today! Family wellness consultant, Dr. Joshua Rilette, helps allevi-
ate aches and pains through specific chiropractic care and offers weight loss plans, cold laser therapy, nutri-tion, body cleansing, detoxification and orthopedics. See ad on page 24.
COOkING INSTRUCTION
THE ULTIMATE KITCHEN COMMANDOJodi Brown 504-616-7171ultimatekitchenCommando.com
I teach my clients how to Eat their way to better health quickly, easily and deliciously. Empower yourself with a food makeover, a corporate lunch and learn, or a weekend retreat. I can customize a class and demonstration for your organization or church.
COSMETICS
TEINTE HAIR SALON & STUDIO816 Hickory ave., ste aHarahan
A full service hair salon and makeup studio specializing in organic hair products, organic beauty & bath products. We are the exclusive retailer of After-
glow organic mineral cosmetics. Free 5 Minute Makeup Consultations available. See ad on page 23.
COUNSELING ANDPSYCHOTHERAPY
ANDREA SCHEELE, LCSW, LMFTattachment Psychotherapy1303 amelia st., new orleans504-899-2686
Attachment Psychotherapy / EMDR
“You too can move away from the past and towards a life of vitality, wholeness and fulfilling relationships.”
Individual, Couples& Family Therapy
Andrea Scheele, LCSW, LMFT1303 Amelia Street
New Orleans, LA 70115(504) 899-2686
Relational Well-Being: in individuals and couples. Trauma Resolution (EMDR): loss, childhood neglect and abuse & other traumatic events. Alle-viate Anxiety and Depression. Emo-tional Support for a Healthy Lifestyle: weight loss. See ad on page 7.
DAY SPA
PLANET BEACH CONTEMPO SPA RIVERBEND701 dante street, new orleans504-865-8266PlanetBeach.com
Be rejuve-nated with our wellness services; a
fully automated spa services without the need of an attendant. Select from weight management treat-ments, full body skincare treatments, relaxation needs, detoxification treatments, and overall health treatments. See ad on page 35.
THE WOODHOUSE DAY SPA4030 Canal st., new orleans504-482-nola (6652)nola.woodhousespas.com
From beginning to end, our dedicated spa teams ensure your journey enhances your well-being and enlivens your spirit. Over 70 massage, facial, body and nail treatment options. Special packages and group events also available. See ad on page 27.
DENTIST
MIKE ROBICHAUX, DDS1101 robert Blvd., ste. a, slidell985-641-8058Mikerobichauxdds.com
Offering a holistic and patient-cen-tered approach to dentistry, because we believe the health of the mouth and overall health cannot be separat-ed. We help those we serve make de-cisions that are in their best interests,
based on their values and goals, by providing state of the art information within a trusting relationship. See ad on page 28.
DERMATOLOGY
BOPP DERMATOLOGY AND FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY3901 Houma Blvd., ste 410, Metairie504-455-9933Boppskin.com
We offer non-surgi-cal alterna-tives to
keeping your face, body and skin healthy and youthful. We specialize in lasers, filler, topicals, peels and ultrasound facial lifting to achieve our patient’s goals. See ad on page 2.
ENERGY PSYCHOLOGY
MARYLOU SMITHenergy Psychology & Couples Mediation [email protected]
Set Yourself Freewith the transformational power of PSYCH-KTM
Experience your unlimited power through the gentle processof PSYCH-KTM. Free yourself from traumatic memories,limiting thoughts and addictive behavior. Support what ismost meaningful in the journey of living your life’s purpose.
Marylou SmithAdvanced PSYCH-KTM Facilitator
Private Sessions
Uptown Holistic Center • 723 Hillary St, NOLA • 504.723.2899marylousmith.com • [email protected] • psych-k.com
A results oriented approach to growth & healing that is designed to restore balance & harmony to body, mind and emotions. Marylou also guides couples in conflict to peace through the gentle process of sacred media-tion. See ad on page 26.
ENERGY/ENvIRONMENT ADvOCACY
ALLIANCE FOR AFFORDABLE ENERGY2372 st. Claude ave., nola504-208-9761all4energy.org
The Alliance for Afford-able Energy is a nonprofit that advocates for fair, af-fordable, environmentally
responsible, community-based en-ergy policies for Louisiana and the nation. Founded in 1985, the Alliance watchdogs Louisiana’s regu-latory bodies and Utility companies. See ad on page 11.
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FENG SHUI
LIVE, LOVE AND FENG SHUIeveline Hoffmann feng shui [email protected] Feng shui consultations for homes and businesses Find balance and serenity within your home .Make intentional changes in your dwellings and you will alter your life in positive wide ranging ways. Your environment will begin to assist you and you will uncover solutions to your day to day issues and life will improve. See ad on page 19.
FITNESS
ALL INCLUSIVE HEALTHFITNESS STUDIO4119 Magazine st.504-715-0397allinclusiveHealth.com
All In – a whole health fitness stu-dio! Exercise: personal training, running plans, group exercise classes. Eat: get a nutrition plan from our fitness nutrition special-ist or schedule a medical nutrition therapy session with our regis-
tered dietician. See ad on page 21.
FISHING CHARTER
POISSON ROUGE CHARTERSinland saltwater fishing and wetland tours504-782-4917Prouge.comEnjoy a chartered fishing trip for speckled trout and redfish and stay vacation with two nights at the Rose Guesthouse B & B on historic Esplanade Ave. $600 for 2 guests. Additional guests $100 each. See ad on page 6.
FLOWER ESSENCES
ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.australian Bush Practitioner & [email protected] nolareiki.comPractitioner and teacher of Australian Bush Flower Essences. Many custom blended essences avail-able, including: Detox, Calm & Clear, Stress Re-lief, Confidence, Cognis, Woman, Travel Ease, Adolescence, Yoga. National LMT/CEU classes available. See ad on page 34.
HOLISTIC HEALING CENTERS
AFFORDABLE HEALING ARTS a Community of Healerslocated inside the noHC985-467-0900helpme@affordablehealingarts.comaffordablehealingarts.com
AHA! is a beautiful, comfortable space where practitioners and cli-ents meet. Independent practitio-ners find affordable shared office space in a community environment. Clients find practitioners with their best interests in mind. See ad on page 25.
UPTOWN HOLISTIC CENTER723 Hillary st., new orleans 504-865-0966uptownHolisticCenter.com
A group of independent Holistic Practitioners committed to the high-est level of Holistic Health Care. Emphasis on the whole person – body, mind & spirit – allows for a more complete process of healing and well-being.
HOLISTIC/ENERGY HEALING
CENTER FOR ENLIGHTENED TRANSFORMATION Cindy B. daigle504-931-6494north shore and new orleans [email protected]
Cindy utilizes powerful energetic healing methods to shift and balance the auric field, chakras and the cells of our body. Health, Joy, and Balance within, attracts the same externally. See ad on page 26.
HARMONIOUS YOU, LLCHolistic therapy/PsyCH-k504-669-1020Harmoniousyou.org
PSYCH-K is a fast, safe, non-inva-sive, extremely effective technique that combines psychology and kinesi-ology that works with the subcon-scious mind to change negative beliefs that hold us back from having the life we want. See ad on page 35.
DR. JESS TREGLEMetaphysician504-352-6418reconnectinglife.com
Heal your body, mind & spirit! You will become more relaxed and peace-ful and more happy, light, and uplift-ed! Release ALL forms of negativity from you such as stress, anger, anxi-ety/fear, sadness, and pain! Gain in-ner-peace and true freedom.
POWER PATH ACADEMY OFSELF EMPOWERMENT ANDTRANSFORMATIONMike wittenbrink, MBa504-339-0594PowerPath.org
Our mission is to awaken people to their own power and potential – to self-empowerment and transforma-tion. Learn to find your power, heal yourself, and create a better life! Cre-ate more joy, love, self-esteem, self-
confidence, and raise your level of consciousness. Weekly Tuesday class. 25 years experience. Work-shops, personal coaching, and Free Classes. Details on web page.
REBECCA GREENshamanic Practitioneraffordable Healing arts llC2372 st. Claude ave., ste. 220, new orleans [email protected]
Journey into the shamanic realms for self-discovery, retrieving soul-parts disassociated in trauma, clearing blocks and connecting with your es-sential self. Energy work, sound
healing, movement integration. Workshops and in-dividual sessions.
STEP’S HOLISTIC INFORMA-TION & REFERRAL SERVICESl.e. “step” stepteaux, Jr., [email protected]
Connecting People With People and Information Around The World. I en-joy helping people to reach their goals, from around the country to around the world via the Telephone & the Internet.
NOLA BIOMAT TEAMBioMat Healing synergy504-388-6388nolaBioMat.com
Let us do a demo of this healing mat that works through a synergy of Far-Infrared Heat, Negative Ions, and Am-ethyst Crystals. A safe, natural way to achieve optimal health now and main-tain a more resilient body in the future.
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INDOOR ENvIRONMENTAL SERvICES
HEALTHY HOME SOLUTIONS, LLC Call (985)288-5858 HealthyHome-solutions.com
Healthy Home Solutions, LLC is a fully certified and insured indoor environmen-tal consulting firm. Services include inspections, forensic investigations, consulting and design solutions for mold, corrosive drywall,
lead, and many other “sick building” related prob-lems. See ad on page 33.
INTEGRATIvE MEDICINE
IRENE SEBASTIAN, M.D., PH.D401 veterans Blvd., ste. 203, Metairie504-838-9804irenesebastianMd.com
Experience the difference that Ho-meopathic Medicine and Functional Medicine can bring to your health. The safe alternative—Less need for prescription drugs—Stimulation of your innate healing force. See ad on page 30
DR. kATHLEEN POSEY, M.D.377 Hwy 21, ste. 101, Madisonville985-845-4111kathleenPoseyMd.com
Our mission is to improve health and reverse chronic disease through hor-monal and energetic balancing and nutrition. A practice of preventive medicine and wellness with a holistic approach to women’s gynecological and overall health. We offer a healthy
medically supervised weight loss program. See ad on page 24.
SLIDELL NUTRITIONAL MEDICINE dr. James fambro 315 robert Blvd., ste. a, slidell985-288-5162getwellslidell.com
Give your body what it needs to be Self-Healing. Our ser-vices include Functional Medicine Evaluation, Sports
Medicine Evaluation, Intravenous Vi-tamin/Mineral Therapies, Food and Environmental Testing/Treatment,
Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy & Pulsed Mag-netic Field Therapy. See ad on page 5.
LIFE COACH
APRIL STOLF MNLP, RYT504-982-9642 [email protected]
Life, Yoga, Fashion. A unique combination of services from an NLP Master Practitioner, Yoga Instructor, and Fashion
Expert to support you in becoming your best Self. Overcome obstacles, regain enthusiasm, build confidence,
improve overall health, and discover your personal style. See ad on page 20.
WENDYLYNN BERGERONCertified life empowerment [email protected]
Having a Life you Love to Live Starts When You Choose to Create it. I would Love to empower you to cre-ate the changes that you Desire and Deserve! Emotional Empowerment Coaching for Teens and Adults.
MARTIAL ARTS
NOLA AIKIDO3909 Bienville st., ste 103 new orleans504-208-4861 Providing practice in a martial art
of peace for every body whose benefits include fitness, core training, flexibility, balance, strength, mindfulness, stress re-duction, self-defense, and fun.
All are welcome to our beautiful Mid-City facility! See ad page 7.
TAI CHI-QI GONGshifu king lam8132 willow st., [email protected]
Asian Arts to improve health, fit-ness, personal safety, rejuvenate en-ergy. Achieve a better mind, body and spirit. Serving New Orleans community for 35 years. KingLam-taichi-karate.com. See ad on page 9
and calendar for classes.
MASSAGE SCHOOLS
BLUE CLIFF COLLEGEClearview Mall, Metairie504-293-0972
Train for an exciting, new career as a Licensed Mas-sage Therapist. Earn an As-sociates degree upon com-
pletion of advanced massage training. Inquire about financial
aid. See calendar for information about our $30-stu-dent massage clinic. Visit our retail shop for mas-sage supplies: Biotone & Therapro Cremes & Oils, aromatherapy products, books & more. Monthly specials! See ad on page 35.
MINISTRY/SPIRITUALITY
UNITY CHURCH OF METAIRIE 3939 veterans Blvd., Metairie504-885-7575daily Prayer line 504-885-7056
Breaking boundaries through transfor-mative thought. A Christian church celebrating the Love of Spirit while honoring all paths. (2 blocks off Cleary, entrance/parking in rear of bldg). Sunday service 11am.
NATURAL BABY & CHILD
BETTER BOTTOMSdiaper delivery 504-731-7500BetterBottomsBaby.com
Better Bottoms is an affordable cloth dia-per service that has serviced hundreds of
New Orleans Metro area ba-bies! Keep baby happy and
healthy while keeping diapers out of landfills! Check our website for diaper options and accesso-ries. See ad on page 10.
NATURAL FOODS & SUPPLEMENTS
NATURE LOVERS HEALTH FOOD3014 Cleary ave., Metairie [email protected]
Since 1985. We are your inde-pendent health food store. Our goal is to provide the knowl-edge you need to take respon-sibility for your health. Our knowledgeable staff will help
you find answers. Vitamins, herbs, gluten-free products.See ad on page 16.
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PHYTOBURST CHEWSJeanie leclere504-888-4464/[email protected]
Plant Based PhytoBurst Chews have the same amount of vitamins and minerals as the food in this bountiful basket! Tasty Nutrition Chews help support our immune system, increased energy, & pro-mote longevity. Free samples. Six-month money back guarantee.
NATURAL HEALER
MICHELE CLAIBORNECounselor*natural Healer*Herbalist504-330-8380mc@Healingartsinternational.comedibleCitygardens.com
Discover Real Solutions to creating Your Better Life with even one ses-sion. Be inspired. Learn the tools to cope and heal. It can change your life. Meet Michele free every Wednesday @ EdibleCityGardens See ad on page 21.
NATURAL PHARMACY
CASSO’S WELLNESS STORE & GYM3308 Cleary ave., Metairie504-888-3077thewellnessstore.com
Pharmaceutical quality nutritional products, vita-mins, minerals, herbs and
natural hormones. Natural hor-mone balancing consultations. Counseling on pharmaceuticals
and nutraceuticals by a registered pharmacist and clinical nutritionist. Alkaline water available as well as sessions with Photon Genius. See ad on page 14.
NEUROFEEDBACk
BRAIN WORKS ACADEMYCheryl schoenberger, rrt985-809-7077Brainworks.us
Neurofeedback is a safe, non-drug therapy that gently balances the brainwaves by exercising the neu-ral pathways. If you’ve been diag-nosed with ADD/ADHD, autism, depression, or other disorders, please contact us for a free consul-tation. See ad on page 8.
NUTRITIONIST
DANIELLE PACIERA, LDN, RD, CCN5002 Prytania st., new [email protected]
Cutting edge holistic nutrition ser-vices. Specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, therapeutic uses of foods, supplementation, veg-etarian nutrition, women’s health, sports performance, eating disorders, depression, addiction, and more. See ad on page 10.
OxYGEN THERAPY
CHI MACHINEJoffrion Mitts, M. ed.alternative Health Consultant504-897-9670ChiMachineforyourHealth.com
Stress, poor circulation, headaches, back pain, insomnia, depression, stroke, asthma, weight loss? You name it! Oxygen heals! Free one week in- home trial! See ad on page 6.
PERSONAL ORGANIzER
CLEAR THE CLUTTER stasia CymesProfessional organizer504-920-1800CleartheCluttertoday.com
Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of cleansing your home or office, creating new space & peace of mind. During times of transition or ready for a change. Schedule your complimentary consultation today! See ad on page 22.
POOL SERvICE
ECO POOL SERVICE504-451-0586ecoPoolservice.comYour source for no salt, no chlorine pools. We offer monthly pool service, pool remodels, leak detec-tion, pool resurfacing with 20 year warranty, eco pool filters, design & consultation for new pools. NSPF certified pool operators. See ad on page 7.
REIkI
ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.reiki Master teacher & [email protected] 22 years experience in Reiki – Usui Shiki Ryoho, upholding the highest standards in Reiki classes and Reiki sessions. Reiki can be a personal tool for healing and growth, a way to give energy to family and friends, or a gentle complementary therapy in holistic medicine. See ad on page 34 and calendar for classes.
TIANNE D. LASTRAusui, karuna & rainbow reiki Master3939 Houma Blvd., Bld. 3, ste. 15 Metairie 504-909-3723amazingreiki.com
Certified & experienced Master Teacher offering sessions & classes to the Greater N.O. Area. Healing Touch, Pranic Healing, Crystal Heal-ing, Reiki Drumming and Animal
Reiki practitioner. Visit our website for full infor-mation. See ad on page 35.
RETREAT CENTER
DOLORES WATSON621 opelousas ave., new orleans504-905-4090 [email protected]
Elegant, donation based retreat cen-ter in quaint, quiet Magnolia, MS just 1 1/2 hours from New Orleans, Baton Rouge or Jackson. Ongoing retreats in meditation and yoga. On-going meditation group in New Or-leans. Vegetarian. Available for rent-al. Capacity for 40 people. See ad on page 19 and ongoing calendar.
SkIN CARE
RODAN + FIELDS DERMATOLOGISTSHolly andre985.502.8597Handre.Myrandf.com
The creators of Proactive are chang-ing skin and lives with their clinically proven products for wrinkles, sun damage, acne, and sensitive skin. Call or visit website to get free personal-ized consultation. Business opportu-nities available. See ad on page 23.
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SOLAR
SOUTH COAST SOLAR, LLC 2605 ridgelake dr., Metairie504-529-sun9southCoastsolar.com
100% locally owned and operated, South Coast Solar is Louisiana’s largest solar energy company. Call or visit our website to set up a free esti-mate. See ad on page 11.
THERMAL IMAGING/THERMOGRAPHY
ABUNDANT HEALTHTHERMAL IMAGINGBaton rouge – 225-229-6107lafayette – 337-298-0113abundantHealththermalimaging.com
Cutting edge technology for early disease detection. No radiation – no contact – painless. Specializing in full body imaging. Best detection for breast, heart, thyroid, gallbladder disorders, cancers, etc. See ad on page 29.
WELLNESS CENTER
JOURNEY INTO WELLNESS 3939 Houma Blvd., Bld. 3, ste. 15 doctors row, Metairie504-909-3723Journeyintowellness.net A place of learning and complementary therapies and modalities are all available in our newly reno-vated medical complex. Treatment rooms and class space for practitioners are available to rent. Con-tact Tianne Lastra, Director. See ad on page 12.
YOGA
BAYOU DE ZAIRE YOGA STUDIO a yoga Haven on the northshore149 Hwy. 1077, Madisonville985-792-0003BayoudeZaireyoga.com
Now Open! Practice yoga the way the ancient yogis intended: sur-rounded by nature. A soaring ceiling, skylights, wood floors, and windows overlooking 6 acres of piney woods--Bayou de Zaire is convenient seren-
ity for Yoga, Nia, and Meditation. Our dedicated instructors, among the best on the Northshore, teach all ages and levels. We especially welcome beginners, baby boomers, and those who seek yoga to heal physically & holistically, age gracefully, and de-stress naturally. See ad on page 7.
DIVINE YOGA1223 Baronne [email protected] yoganola.com
Kundalini Yoga is considered to be the most comprehensive of yo-gas, combining meditation, physi-cal practice and breathing exer-cises. All levels of experience are welcome to all classes. See ad on page 20 and calendar for events/classes.
NAMASTE OF METAIRIE4413 Chastant st., Metairie504-484-9579namasteMatairie.com
Metairie’s premiere yoga, Pilates & movement studio is a cozy neighbor-hood community offering 25+ classes & workshops each week to bring bal-ance, strength & clarity to your life and body. See ad on page 21.
TRANSFORM NOLAMia oramous, owner8422 oak st., new orleans985-640-2648transformnola.com
Experience peace and serenity in this treetop space. Yoga, Pi-lates, Nia and TRX workout classes are offered throughout the week; private sessions are also available. Class schedule,
descriptions and more on website. See ad on page 20.
WILD LOTUS YOGA4842 Perrier st., new orleans504-899-0047wildlotusyoga.com
Gambit’s ”Best Place to Take a Yoga Class” eight years in a row. Over 40 ongoing classes per week for beginners and experienced taught by skilled teachers in a
peaceful, positive atmosphere. Offering courses, workshops, retreats and concerts. See ad on page 20 and calendar for events/classes.
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
YOGA SCHOOL, L.L.C.603 s. tyler st., Covington985-893-8834yogaschoolCovingtonla.com
Offering Yoga Alliance registered teacher training with certification at the 200 hour and 500 hour levels. Also a state licensed Yoga Therapy training program. Visit website for more information. See ad on page 20.
YOGA THERAPY
AMY ARCHINAL, RYT, PRYTPhoenix rising yoga therapy504-899-6167neworleansyogatherapy.com
Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy com-bines meditation, assisted yoga pos-tures, breathwork and client-cen-tered dialogue to promote self-awareness. Discover the wis-dom of your body. See ad page 20.
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