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Connections with Nature
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14Face2Face Reclaimingthe HumanConnection by Colleen Morgan
16ecOPOOLS HealthierPools withoutAlltheChemicals
18BODYWORKGOeS MaINSTReaM HelpfulAccess PointstoHealth by Linda Sechrist
23GReeNGaMeS EcoOffices,Buildings andTransportation by Colleen Morgan
25 Natural Awakenings’ BODYWORKGUIDe
28 ReSTINPeace SustainableBurials HonorLife by Brita Belli
32 TheGIFT OFeMPaThY HowtoBea HealingPresence by Margret Aldrich
35 FINNeDaND FaScINaTING FishMakeAppealing FamilyPets by Randy Kambic
Naturalawakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.
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The whole experience powerfullyreminded me of all the good that has
cometomeasI’vetraveledthepathofpublishingthismagazine,highlightedbymanyspecial relationships. For example, the yoga teachermentionedaboveand I felt aninstantconnectionthefirsttimewemet.Thepurposeofourmeetingwasbusiness,butwetalkedfortwohoursasfriendsbeforewetogetherconsideredthebenefitsofheradvertisinginNatural Awakenings,whichshecontinuestothisdaybecauseit’sbeengoodforbusiness.Sincethen,wehavehadmanylongtalksbyphoneandinperson.SomedaysIcalltoask,“Ineedsomesanity,canyouhavelunch?”Inourwarmhugsatmeetingandpartingwebothfeelthelove.
Kat Brooks’ story on page 14 exemplifies that the ways in which we maintainrelationshipscanhaveaprofoundeffectonourlives.Alocalaward-winningdocumentaryfilmproducer,shehasusedherarttoshareherexperienceoftheanxiousisolationsomanyofusfeelfromoverrelianceonmachinerysuchasemail,phonesandFacebooktostayconnected.
Face to Facedocumentshertravelstomeet50ofherFacebookfriendsinpersonandherroadtorecoveryfromwhatshesawasaddictiontocommunicationtechnologies.Mayherstoryserveasacautionarytaleforusallsothatwecanavoidtheblackholeofremotecontactandrememberthatweneedfacetime,intimateconversationsandthehumantouchofsocialsituationstostayinbalance.Balanceisnotalwayseasytoachieve,buttheresultsareworthit.
BusybeeAmericanstodayliveinsuchagenerallystressedsocietythatmanydonot realize that they consistently exist at “fightorflight”hormone levels.Thegoodnewsisthatmorepeoplearebecomingawareofhighlydoableactionswecantaketoalleviatestress.
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Lost Lands ToursLostLandsEnvironmentalisanewcompanyofferingboattoursofthearea’scoastal
wetlandsasacombinationofeco-tourism,educationandrecreation.ThisnewventureisworkingwithenvironmentaljournalistandnaturalistBobMarshalltoturnoutdoorfunintoabusinessthatalsoprovides“grasstops”advocacy–teachingpeoplewithauthorityaboutanimportantenvironmentalissue.
Marie Gould and Lindsay Pick have partnered in this endeavor, targetingconventionattendeesandtourists,butalsolocalfolksinterestedinseeingthewetlandsbyboat.GouldsaidshegotthebuglongagowhenshestartedtakingboattripsoutinthemarshesandswampswithMarshall,herhusbandandpartnerof40years.
“Wewerealwaystakingpeopleouttherebecauseveryfewpeoplespendalotoftimeoutthere,”Gouldsaid.“Tothemcoastalerosionwasjustanabstractnotion.”
Louisiana’swetlandsaredisappearingatarapidrate–scientistshaveestimatedafootballfieldevery30minutes–andMarshallhasbeenwritingstoriesaboutthisissueandothersrelatedtoitinhisTimes-Picayunecolumnforyears.Nowhegetstoleadtourswherehecanteachvisitorsandnewcomerstotheareaabouttheissueheholdssodear.
“Wetellthemthewholehistoryofourwetlands-howtheywerebuilt,howtheyhavedegraded,andwhattheimpactisonthefishermenandournationaleconomy,”Marshallsaid.“WethengettotakethemoutandshowthemthebeautyandjusthowperilousasituationthisregionisinandwhatitmeanstoNewOrleansandthenation.”
The tour leaders stay incontactwith their customersbyemail tokeep theminformedofissuesthatcomeupinCongressthatcouldimpactLouisiana’swetlandssotheycancontacttheirrepresentatives.
“Thisisnotjusttakingpeopleouttothrowmarshmallowsatalligators,”Marshallsaid.“Thisisaneducationalprogram…Wehopetoincreasethenumberofadvocates.”
The firm officially began operations in March 2012, and has since won afellowshipfromSocialEntrepreneursofNewOrleans(nowPropeller)andwasinthefirstroundofthisyear’sIdeaVillageWaterChallenge.Thetoursaremostlybykayak,althoughsomegroupsgooutinmotorizedboats.Theexcursionsareverycustomizedandoftenlocationsdependonthewindandthetide,sincewaterlevelchangessomuchandcancausetroubleforboats.
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2013 – The Year of Cycling2013istheYearofCycling,accordingtotheorganization
that brought to the region the Mississippi RiverTrail(MRT),a3,000-milestretchthatbeginsattheheadwatersoftheriverinMinnesotatoitsendattheGulfofMexico.The path, completed in St. Charles, St. John the Baptistand Jefferson, andplanned for St.Bernard, canbeusedbypedestriansandequestriansaswellasbicyclists,butinmanylocationsthereisalsoacanoetrail–indeedlastyearwastheYearofPaddling.
TheYearofCyclingwillincludeteneventscenteredaroundbicycling–oneeventineachstate.Theorganization’swebsitehasacalendarofeventsrelatedtocyclingandtheriverthroughouttheyear.
“TheMississippiRivertrailisreallyabouteconomicdevelopmentofcommunities,healthandwellnessandconservationofnaturalresources,”saidTerryEastin,MRT’sExecutiveDirector.“Itishelpinggetpeopleoutoftheircarsandontobicycles,reducecarbon emissions, start having healthy lifestyles and new tourism opportunities,especiallyinthesouthernstates.”
According to Eastin, the local Regional Planning Commission has been“instrumental”inhelpingestablishnewprojectsintheregiontoexpandtheMRT.“Tobehonest,theworkthatisongoinginLouisianaisthemostexcitingwork,”shesaid.
Theorganization,whichincorporatedin1996astheSouthernMississippiRiverTrail,joinedforcesin1999withtheIowaNaturalHeritageFoundationtotakeontheentirelengthoftheriver–fromLakeItasca,MinnesotatothesoutheasterntipofPlaqueminesParish.Theextentofthetrail,whichisonbothsidesoftheriver,includes400communitiesin123countiesand10states.Itconnects60nationalparksandwildliferefugesalongthetrailthroughtheMississippiRiverConnectionsCollaborative.
TheMRT’s20memberBoardofDirectors includes threeLouisianamembers-ChrisWilliamsfromPineville,DanJapresofNewOrleansandDeborahFagenofSlidell.
“WewanttoencouragepeopletoenjoytheriverandenjoytheTrail,”Fagensaid.“ItservesasalinktoimportantnaturalareasandfeaturesandattractionsalongtheTrail–inLouisiana77communitiesand17parishes,that’salotofthestate.”
For more information, visit the organization’s website at www.mississippirivertrail.org/YOC2013 or go on the Facebook page – which is so far connected to more than 250,000 MRT enthusiasts – at www.facebook.com/mississippirivertrail.
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Walter Lübeck Rainbow Reiki ClassJourney IntoWellness in Metarie will
hostWalter Lübeck, Grandmaster ofRainbow Reiki, who is returning fromGermanytoteachLevelIandIIRainbowReiki classes on February 22.This willbethefirsttimeLübeckwillteachtheseclassesintheGulfCoastregion.
Lübeckisaworldrenownedteacherandspiritualmentor,whohaspublishedover25books,whichhavebeentranslatedinto many languages.Thousands ofEuropeanpractitionersutilizehissystemofReikiandavarietyoftechniquesthatheusesforspecificproblems.
“RainbowReikiisasystembasedinthetraditionalUsuitechniquesthatleadsyoutothesourceoflight.Itassistswithpersonalandspiritualdevelopmentandworksasarelaxationtechnique,”explainsTianneLastra, theExecutiveDirectorofJourney IntoWellness and a RainbowReikipractitioner.
OnMarch4,therewillbeaspecialdayofmeditationwithLübeck.
JourneyIntoWellnessisawellnesscenterinMetairiethatoffersanarrayofcomplementary therapies and specialevents. Offerings include Reiki, HannaSomatic therapy, marriage and familycounselingbya licensed therapist, andAdorataworkshopsandothers.
The workshops will take place at the Ramada on North Causeway Blvd in Metairie. For complete course information visit JourneyIntoWellness.com or call Tianne Lastra at 504-909-3723. See ad on page 15.
New Women’s Healing Center in CovingtonTheWomen’s Center for
Healing&Transformationhas opened in Covingtonwith a mission to providea center for women whowant to increasewell-beingfor themselves and buildcommunity.The nonprofitopenedthroughapartnershipo f f ive women : VickyDallmann,CertifiedAdorataInstructor;Virginia Davis,RN,LMT,HealthandFitnessCoach;SuzanneHarper,LMTofAbitaHealingArts;ClarkeMcBee,LPCofBody-BasedPsychotherapy;andPatriciaStout,LCSWofBreathofLifeCounseling.Guestprovidersinpersonalgrowthandholisticwellnesswillalsobeabletousethespace.
Thecenterwillofferclasses,supportgroups,fitnessanddance,meditation,drumcircles,healingtouch,bookclubsandotherevents.ThecenterwillbearesourceandretreatforallwomenintheGreaterNewOrleansareaaswellasforwomeninCovington.
During February the center will offer aValentine’s LoveYourself specials inmassagewith25%offforfirsttimecustomers.AppointmentsarethroughVirginiaorSuzanneat985-249-5853.
OnSaturday,April20,agrandopeningeventwilltakeplacefeaturinganauction,mini-workshopsandmore.Visitthewebsiteformoreinformationonthecenter,hoursofoperationandupcomingeventsatWomensCenterForHealing.orgorcontactPatriciaStout,ExecutiveDirectorat985-249-5853.
The Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation is located at 71667 Leveson St., Abita Springs, LA, 70420 – just 8 minutes north of I-12 and Hwy 59 Mandeville/Abita exit. Space is available for rent. See ad on page 13.
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Kenningisanationallyboardcertified,licensedacupuncturistandChineseherbalist,whoholdsaMaster’sDegreeinOrientalMedicinefromtheOregonCollegeofOrientalMedicineinPortland,Oregon.
HerinterestinOrientalMedicinecamefromherownexperienceinhavingsevereallergiessincechildhoodalongwithdebilitatingmigraineheadaches.Itwasincollegethatshediscoveredacupuncture,whichfinallygaveherlastingreliefandsetheronapathofexploringOrientalMedicine.
Kenningstatesthatwhenpatientscomeinfortreatment,theywillbegiventhetimeandattentionneededtotailortheirtreatmenttotheirspecificneeds.NotonlydoesKenningwanttorelievethechiefcomplaint,butalsoaddressitsrootcause,sothatrecurringsymptomscanbeavoided.
“Withmostconditionsthebestresultsareachievedbyusingacombinationof acupuncture, Chinese herbs, homeopathic remedies, supplements, andnutrition.Chinesemedicineissovastinitsscopethatitwillmostlikelyhelpeveryconditiontosomedegreeandwithsome,curethemcompletely.Mosteveryonethattriesitwillalsonoticechangessuchasimprovedenergy,mood,andsleep,”Kenningexplained.
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Notoriouslydifficulttotreat,chronicback pain may be behind more
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Reading Helps Teens Beat the BluesBooksstimulatethemindinmorewaysthanpreviously
known, and may even help reduce the risk ofdepression in teenagers, according to a new studypublished in the journalArchives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine.UniversityofPittsburghSchoolofMedicineresearchersreportadolescentsthatspendmoretimereadingbooksarelesslikelytoexperiencea major depressive disorder than those listening tocontemporarymusic. Participantswerecalledupto60timesduringfiveextendedweekendsovertwomonthsandaskediftheirattentionwascurrentlydevotedtotelevision,movies,music,videogames,theInternet,magazines,newspapersorbooks.Teensthatspentthemosthourslisteningtomusicwere8.5timesmorelikelytobedepressedthanthosethatspenttheleastamountoftimeabsorbedintunes.Incontrast,adolescentsthatreadthemost(primarilybooks)were10percentaslikelytobedepressedasthosethatreadtheleast. Majordepression is thought toaffectone in12 teenagers,according to theU.S.NationalInstituteofMentalHealth.Dr.BrianPrimack,theassistantprofessorofmedicineandpediatricswho led thestudy, remarks,“Thesefindingsmayhelpcliniciansandparentsrecognizelinksbetweenmediaanddepression.ThisisworthemphasizingbecauseoverallintheUnitedStates,readingbooksisdecreasing,whilenearlyallotherformsofmediauseareincreasing.”
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Mindful Meditation Eases LonelinessValentine’s Day can increase feelings of
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Worse & WorseFracking Goes RadioactiveGrassroots Environmental Education,basedinNewYorkstate,whereextensiveundergroundhydraulicfracturing—knownas fracking—is proposed for tappingpocketsofnaturalgas,hasissuedareportexposingmajorradioactiveimpactsofthepracticethat’sunderwayinseveralstatesandplannedformanymore. The Northeast’s Marcellus Shaleregioniscovetedforitsrichgasdepositstrappedinasubstratefarbelowthewateraquifer. Fracking not only uses toxicchemicals under high pressure that cancontaminatedrinkingandgroundwater—itcanalsoreleasesubstantialquantitiesofdeadlyradioactivepoisons,bringingthemtothesurface,wheretheyhavethepotentialtopolluteair,water,soil,foodcropsandanimalfeed.Thereportnotesthattheradioactivematerialincludes,forinstance,carcinogenicradium-226,withahalf-lifeof1,600years,whichremainstoxicforupto32,000years. E. IvanWhite, a staff scientist for 30 years on the congressionally charteredNationalCouncilonRadiationProtection,observesthatsuchradioactivematerialcouldeasilybio-accumulateover timeanddeliveradangerous radiationdose topotentiallymillionsofpeoplelongafterdrillingiscompleted.Hestates,“NeitherNewYorkstatenortheNuclearRegulatoryCommissionwouldpermitanuclearpowerplanttohandleradioactivematerialinthismanner.” DougWood, associate director of Grassroots Environmental Education andeditorof the report, says, “Once radioactivematerial comesoutof theground…itisvirtuallyimpossibletoeliminateormitigate.Soonerorlater,it’sgoingtoendupinourenvironmentandeventually,ourfoodchain.It’saproblemwithnogoodsolution—andthe[state]isunequippedtohandleit.” Woodbelievesthatreleasingradioactiveradiumfromthegroundisamoralissue.“Wemustnotburdenfuturegenerationswiththis.Wemustsay‘No.’tofrackingnow,”hesays,“andimplementtheuseofsustainableformsofenergythatdon’tkill.”
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globalbriefsSafer CellsMobile Phones Becoming Less ToxicThe EcologyCenter, inAnnArbor,Michigan,inconjunctionwith techniciansat IFixIt.com,haspublishedalistoftoxicchemicalsfoundin36cellphonesfromarangeofmanufacturers.Thegoodnewsisthatcompaniesarerespondingtoconsumerandregulatorypressureandthesetroublesomecomponentsareonthedecline. TheMotorolaCitrus,AppleiPhone4SandLERemarqweretheleasttoxiccellphonesintheanalysis.Twoofthebestsellingmodels, theiPhone5andSamsungGalaxySIII,rankedfifthandninth,respectively.Amongearliermodels, the2007iPhone2Gwasfoundtocontainthemosttoxicmaterials. JeffGearhart,researchdirectorattheEcologyCenter,concludes,“Thetakeawayisthatmobilephonesarechemicallyintensiveandfullofchemicalhazards,butthey’vebeengettingalotbetter.”Thecenterreportedthateveryphonesampledinthestudycontainedlead,bromine,chlorine,mercuryorcadmium.
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Good HoodPaving the Way in Sustainable StreetsAone-and-one-half-milestretchofCermakRoad,onChicago’sWestSide,willsoonbecomeoneofthegreeneststreetsinthecountry,andpossiblytheworld.Thehistoricindustrialarteryissheddingitssmokestacksandcorrugatedsteelwarehousesfor a $16 million makeover by the Chicago DepartmentofTransportation (CDOT) that will make the corridor aLeadershipinEnergyandEnvironmentalDesign(LEED)platinumshowcase.Improvementsrangefromsolar-paneledbusstopstonativeplantsandpavementthatabsorbsrainwater.Armedwithtaxincrementfinancingfundsandgrantmoney,theCDOTset towork incorporatingwhatmaybe themost sustainableelementsevertogointoasinglestretchofroad.Inaddition,allmaterialswerefoundwithina500-mileradiusoftheproject.Twenty-threepercentofthematerialsusedarefromrecycledsources,andmorethan60percentoftheredevelopmentconstructionwastewillitselfberecycled.Othercitiesarestudyingtheprojectasablueprintforchange.
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Advances in technology has rapidly changed the way inwhichhumanscommunicatewitheachother.Manyliveattachedtotheirphones,spendingmoretimeonlinethan
outside, and are always communicating with “friends” eventhoughtheyaretechnicallyalone.
KatBrooks,alocaldocumentarian,hasunmaskedthediseasethatsheseesasanaddictiontoFacebookandonlinesocialmedia.Sheshowstheworldthroughherownstorythatphysicalcontactwithotherhumansisareal,inherentneed,whilethelackofsuchcontactcanhavedireconsequences.ShetellsherstoryinFace to Face,adocumentarythatwillbereleasedinMarchononlinemoviesitessuchasNetflix.
Brooks is a renowned documentary filmmaker, originallyfromCovington,whohadarapid-firerisetostardominherearly20s,whenshestarteddirectingforMTVandbegandeliveringanumberofsuccessfulprojectsinfilmandtelevision–includingTheOsbournes-toanever-expanding,devotedaudience.AboutayearagoshechosetomakeNewOrleanshersecondhomeandstartedherownproductioncompanyhere,BigEasyPictures.
ShetookontheFace to Faceprojectpartiallytobattleherdepression, embarking on a journey to find her “friends” thathelpedtopullherbackontolevelgroundafterherdepressionandaddictiontoanti-anxietymedicationcaughtupwithher.
Atonepoint,whilerecoveringfrommajorsurgery,shefoundherselfparticularlyisolatedandsuicidal.Afailedsuicideattemptbroughthertotherealizationthat,whileshehad5,000friendsonFacebook,notonepersonhadcometovisither,andithadbeenamonthsinceshe’dhadahug.Itwasalifechangingmoment.Itdawnedonherthatsomuchofhercommunicationwithothers,
bywayofakeyboardonacomputerorphone,wasasignificantsourceofherisolation.
ShetoldherFacebookfriendsthatthefirst50whorespondedshewouldcometovisitforadayandshewouldmakeamovieoutofit.ThroughtheKickstarterprogramsheraised$150,000intwoweeksfortheproject.
“It was a phenomenon,” Brooks recalled. “People reallyconnectedwiththeideaofsteppingawayfromtheInternetandinteractingfacetoface.Socialmediahasbecomeasubstituteforhumanconnections–peoplesitacrossfromeachother,buttheyareontheirphones.”
Lastsummer,Brookspackedherbags,sawadoctortogetaplanforgettingoffpillsandcigarettes,thenplannedthemosteconomicalroutearoundthecountry.Theresultwasanintense,17-weekjourneyfromweaknessandworthlessnesstocourageandstrength.
InterspersedamongthesegmentsofrawfootageofBrooksbattlingwithherself,thefilmdwellsontheinteractionsshehaswithahalfdozenofthepeopleshevisited.Thesevignettesincludeherdiscussionwithanoldfriendabouthermother’ssuicideandanemotionaldayspentwithawomanwhowasdyingoflungcancerandherpartner.Inanothersegmentshesitsinaparkwitha spiritual leader she trusts, speaking franklyofherchildhoodsexualabuse.
The last person she went to see was her first love, anunrequitedlove-herhighschoolbuddyshemadeamovieaboutearlier inhercareer,Dear Emily.Their touchingandpoignantreconciliationunderscoredBrooks’message: thatsocialmediaserves a great purpose, reconnecting old friends and bringing
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togethernewones,butitcannottaketheplace of conversation and laughter andhugs.
“Wespendmoretimewithmachinesthanwith eachother,”Brooks lamented.“From a spiritual perspective, we adaptinto what we are around, and if we arearoundmachines85percentofthetime…Wearenotempatheticanymore–wearebecominglikemachines.”
“Themoretimewespendoutsideandwithpeoplethemorecompassionwehaveforeachotherandfortheworld.Weneedlimitsonhowmuchweuseit–peopleneeda12-stepprogram.”
Brooks is s tar t ing a nonprofi tfoundation, Face 2 Face, to encouragehealthyuseofsocialmediaandpromotealternative, healthier activities. She iscurrently reachingout tocelebritieswhomayhelpherpromotehercauseandbringsupporttothemillionswhoarenotawarethatthereisanotherwaytolive,withloveandaffectionandbelonging.
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Dependingonthesizeofthepoolandother factors, Ecopools’ environmentallyfriendly filtration system costs about$4,000, or about five to ten percent ofthe total cost of the pool, he said.Anaveragechlorine-cleanedpoolrequiresaninvestmentof$200to$400inchemicalsannually,butoftenseveraltimesthatmuchis spent on water,Walet reported. Forhomeownerswhohaveapoolfor20yearsormore,theEcopoolssystemwouldsavethemthousandsofdollarsoverthelifetimeofthepool,aswellasbebetterforhealthandtheenvironment.
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“I feel responsible for thequalityofwater inpools,”Walet said. “ If youaregoingtoputyourkidsinthatpool,don’tyouwanttoknowwhat’sinthatpool?Myclientelecaresabout theirhealth.And ifyouknowthat[theproblemswiththewaterinyourpool]areeasytofix,onceyoufixthemthebenefitsyoureapareunreal.”
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Once considered a luxury forthe pampered few, massagewas among the first therapies
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that embrace a body, mind and spiritapproach.OneofmanyexamplesisDukeIntegrativeMedicine,inDurham,NorthCarolina,wherepatientservicesincludeaformofintegrativemassagethatblendsSwedish massage, myofascial therapy,reflexology, energy work and somatictherapytechniques. In the public’s view, bodywork is
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still largely associated with massage,althoughdistinctformsstandontheirown,includingRolfing,structuralintegration,shiatsuandmyofascialandcraniosacraltherapies. Bodywork professionalsgenerallybelongtotheAmericanMassageTherapyAssociation (AMTA), whatevertheir specialized modality.They mayalso participate in other professionalorganizations, such as theAssociatedBodywork & Massage Professionals,which has some 80,000 members,manyofwhicharealsomembersoftheInternationalAssociation for StructuralIntegrators.These nonprofits’ websiteshelp individuals locate practitioners intheirarea. According toMaureenMoon,pastpresident of AMTA, many massagetherapists(whichdon’trefertothemselvesas bodyworkers) are trained in variousbodywork therapies and intuitivelyintegrate them into their sessions,dependinguponeachclient’sneeds. She notes that, “Many AMTAmembersaresopassionateabout theirprofessionandmeeting thecontinuingeducation (CEU) requirements thatthey go far beyond the units requiredto maintain their license, which canvary from state-to-state.” For example,Moon has trained in spinal reflexanalysis, developed by Dr. FrankJarrell,neuromuscularandcraniosacraltherapies, shiatsu and seven massagetherapies. “MostAMTA members areCEUjunkies,”quipsMoon,whopointsout that national conventions providecontinuing education and chaptermeetingsfrequentlyintroduceattendeesto new techniques. Some practitionersdiscover specialties while in search ofpainreliefforpersonalinjuriesorotherconditions.
Myofascial TherapyOlympiaHostler,amyofascial therapistinTinton Falls, New Jersey, had twoserious horse riding accidents duringadolescence and three automobileaccidentsbyage40,whichcombined,lefthersoincapacitatedthatshecouldbarelywalk. “I couldn’t work for three years,because I was so debilitated,” relatesHostler.Shefoundherdoctor’sdiagnosisofseverepermanentdamagetothebody’s
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softconnectivetissue,orfascia,andtheprognosisofalifetimeoflivingwithpainunacceptable.Soshebegansearchingforsomethingthatwouldhelprestorehealth.Herinvestigationoftherapiesendedwithmyofascial release, an effective whole-bodyapproachtothetreatmentofpainanddysfunction,developedbyPhysicalTherapistJohnF.Barnes. “I had several sessions and foundlastingpainreliefunlikeanythingI’deverexperienced,” advises Hostler. Unlikemassagetherapiesfocusedonimprovingcirculation, inducing relaxation ordraining lymph fluid, the myofascialtreatmentreachedHostler’sdeepestlayerof fascia to free the restrictionscausingherpain.“Itwasamazingthatahands-onapplicationofgentle,sustainedpressureintoareasofrestrictioninthemyofascialconnectivetissuecouldbegintorelievemanyyearsofongoing,intensepain,”saysHostler.
RolfingAs a Certified (advanced) Rolfer andRolf Movement Practitioner, RobertMcWilliamshasbeenabletopursuehislifelongpassioninthefieldsofmovementandphysicalfitness,whichincluded25yearsasaprofessionaldancerand14asaprofessorofmoderndance.HetaughtatboththeUniversityofOklahomaandtheUniversityofFlorida,inGainesville. “In the 1980s, while I was stilldancing, I had an experience withRolfing,developedbyIdaP.Rolf[Ph.D.],thattransformedmydancing,increasedmy athletic performance alignment,coordination,flexibility,balance,muscletone,expressivepowerandoverallsenseofrelaxationonstage,aswellasindaily
life,” relates McWilliams. He currentlyservesasanassistantteacherattheRolfInstitute of Structural Integration, inBoulder,Colorado,wherehetrained. Although McWilliams’ clientsgenerallyseehimtotreat thepainanddiscomfortofinjuries,hesaysthattheyfrequently change their focus to howtheir body is working better overall.“Thisisbecauseinjuriestendtoresolvethemselvesafterafewsessionsofdeeptissue manipulation of the myofascialsystem,”saysMcWilliams. A specialized seriesof10 sessionsworks to systematically balance andoptimizeboththestructure(shape)andfunction(movement)oftheentirebody.Each session focuses on freeing up aparticularregionofthebody.Theeffectreleasesoldlimitingpatternsandposturesandrestoresthebody’snaturalalignmentand sense of integration. “Often, asfreedomofphysicalexpressionincreases,sodoesemotionalexpression,”commentsMcWilliams.
Structural Integration “While Rolfers graduate fromTheRolfInstituteandattendcertifiedtrainingprograms in order to maintain theirtrademark,andstructuralintegratorscanattendanyof14certifiedU.S.schools,we are all structural integrators; ourtraining is based on the work of IdaRolf,”saysDianeRoth,aboard-certifiedstructuralintegratorwhohasspecializedinmassageandbodyworkfor25yearsintheChicagoarea. Rothexplainsthatallpractitionersin this field of study combine hands-on freeing and realigning of fascialtissue with awareness and movementeducation, in order to structurallyintegrate the whole body. Restorationofposturalbalanceandfunctionaleasegreatlyhelpsthebody,which,shesays,constantly labors against the powerfulforceofgravity. Like Moon, Roth has studied andincorporated other adjunct therapiesand modalities, such as craniosacraltherapy and myofascial release. Fromher perspective, bodywork differsfrom massage in that it requires moreinvolvementfromtheclient. “Itellmyclientsthatwithaveritable
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ShiatsuShirley Scranta, owner and director ofthe International School of Shiatsu, inDoylestown, Pennsylvania, discoveredThe Book of Shiatsu: The Healing Art of Finger Pressure, by Saul Goodman, ina health food store. She subsequentlyresearched the school that Goodmanfoundedin1978,basedonthetheoriesofmasunagaZenshiatsu,kushimacrobioticandhisownshiatsushintai. In 1996, Scranta became one ofGoodman’s clients. “I drove a round-tripof240miles forweekly treatmentsbecause each session made me feelbetter and stronger.After five sessions,Ienrolledinclassesandgraduatedlaterthatyear,”saysScranta.Shebelievesthewidelyknownformofacupressurehelpedherbodyreestablishitsownintelligencesystem, which had been distorted bychildhoodtrauma. “This gentle technique appliesvarying degrees of pressure to releasetension,strengthenweakareas,facilitatecirculation and balance the life energythatflowsthroughthemeridiansi nthebody,”sheexplains.“Inmycase, ithelpedmeconnectwithmybodysothatIcouldhonoritanddowhatitneededtorejuvenateitself.”
Craniosacral TherapyChiropractor Lisa Upledger is vicepresident ofThe Upledger Institute,in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Acraniosacral therapy (CST) practitioner,educatorandwifeofCSTdeveloperDr.JohnUpledger,sheadvisesthattension-relatedproblemsareagrowingcomplaintinourmodernworld.Fortunately, suchissuesareamongthemyriadconditionsthatrespondquicklytothegentletouchofthismodality. Ina2007Massage magazinearticle,she advised that the positive effects ofthe therapy rely to a large extent onthe performance of the body’s inherentself-correctivemechanisms.“CSTworksthrough the craniosacral system to
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facilitate this function and therebynormalizetheenvironmentinwhichthecentral nervous system functions,” shenoted.“Asthisisaccomplished,awiderangeofsensory,motorandneurologicalproblemsareimproved.” CST practitioners listen with theirhands to the slow pulsations of thecraniosacral system.With a soft touch,equivalent to the weight of a nickel,they explore any fascia restrictionsthroughouttheclient’sbody,whichrestsfullyclothedinasupineposition.Effectsof the treatment can be wide-ranging,affecting the musculoskeletal, nervous,cardiovascular and immune systems aswell as organs, connective tissues andenergysystems.Itworkstoreleasedeeplyheldphysicalandpsychologicalpatternsheldwithinthebody. Acoinwithdifferentimpressionsoneachsideisstillonlyonecoin,ablendofpreciousmetals.Whenthecoinistossedtorevealeitherheadsortails,thevisiblesymbolisoneinterpretationofthewholeimprint—ananalogythatmaybestdefinethe difference between massage andbodywork.All variations on the themeshare thesamegoal—restoringhealth tothewholeperson.
Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Find other natural living articles at her website, ItsAllAboutWe.com.
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Green GamesecoOffices,BuildingsandTransportationBycolleenMorgan
Green Games is a local sustainable business competition hosted through a partnership of Natural Awakenings – S.E. Louisiana and LifeCity, LLC. As of press time 49 contestants
are working with LifeCity to develop goals for improving their environmental footprint. Each month we highlight a selection of the participants.
Greening the WorkplaceTheAlliance forAffordableEnergy works on policiesand in i t i a t ives tha thelp homeowners andb u s i n e s s e s r e d u c et h e i r e n e r g y u s ewhile inciting utilitycompanies to promoterenewable resources andconservation.
“Itisanobrainerforustosupporttheeffortstobringourcitytoamoreenvironmentallysustainableplace,”saidJessicaNetto,Alliance’sDirectorofOperations.“OurgoalsaretoreduceNewOrleans’andLouisiana’scarbonfootprint.”Theorganizationalsowalksthetalk:itislocatedattheNewOrleansHealingCenter–“aprettysustainablebuilding,”shesaid.Thestaffusespurifiedpointofusewaterandreusablecups,plustheofficerecyclesasmuchaspossible.
Scott Burris, owner of PureWaterTechnology of SouthLouisiana, supplied theAlliance with their water cooler.As adistributor,thistwo-year-oldcompanysells,installsandservicesAmerican-made, “point of use” drinking water systems thatfilter thewaterusingsediment, reverseosmosis,andactivatedoxygen.Thewaterqualityismonitoredremotelybycomputer.This treatment “kills any possible microbiology” and “super-oxygenates” thewater,hesaid,whileeliminating theneedforbottledwaterandthefuelconsumptionitrequires.
“I joined theGreenGamesbecause itwasacommunitybasedeffortandoriented towards recognizingwho isactuallymakingstridesandgreeningupthewaytheydobusiness,”Burrissaid.“Weofferasustainableandgreentechnologyandhelpotherbusinessesbygivingthemagreenalternativetobottledwater,soitmadesenseforustocompeteintheGames.”
Restoring GreenProject Lazarus is anothernonprofit, founded in1985by
Catholic clergy, that supports HIV positive citizens that havefound themselveshomeless. Located in a125-year-old formerrectoryandconventintheMarigny,ownedbytheArchdiocese,the organization offers transitional housing and other servicesfor its clients. FacilitiesManagerKathleenWelch said shehastheuniqueopportunity,withtheorganization’ssupport,touseherenvironmentaleducationbackgroundandinteresttopursuestrategiesingreenbuildingandhistoricpreservationinupgradingthetwobuildings.
“WhatIwantedtolookatishowtomeldthetwoandsupportboththefunctionsinthebuildingsandthedaytodayactivitiesthattakeplaceinsidethem,”saidWelch.Sheiscurrentlyworkingoninspectingallthreebuildingsandinvestigatingthepossibilitiesof employing solar, redoing the insulation, and updating thewater systems to include rainwater catchment for irrigationoftheextensivegrounds.
“This is the type of mindset we need all businesses andindividuals to have - to make stewardship as a core value insociety,”shesaid.“Idon’tthinkbusinessesandnonprofitsshouldwaitforregulationoruntilwehitabreakingpoint.”
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Hethenroaststhemtoorder.“Itisjustbetterquality,”Meekersaid,notingthathealsousesapointofusewatercoolerfromPureWaterwhenhebrewscoffeeforcustomerstotaste.“…Ifyoutakealookatwhatyoumightbeabletodolocally,itoftentranslatestobeingmoregreen.Itdoesn’ttakealottosavemoney–ifyouarenotinterestedinbeinggreenbecauseit’stherightthingtodo,begreentosavemoney.”
TheMagazineStreet coffee shopHeyCaféhas employed theirownversionoflocal, freshstrategythatalsousesalow-emissionvehicle–asuped-uptricycletheyusetotransportpastriesandsandwichesfrom“homekitchens”intheimmediatearea.
“Weknowwhatishappeningtothemoneywearespending,becausewekeepitintheneighborhood,”saidTommyLeBlanc,co-ownerwithGregoryRodrigue.
Awinnerofmostimprovedinlastyear’sGames,HeyCaféiscontinuingtoreduceitsenergyusebyinstallinganaturalventilationsystemandworkingwiththelandlordonotherbuildingimprovements.“It’sreallycoolthatsomeoneisouttherehelpingusandmeasuringourprogress,”LeBlancsaid.“…Youcanmeasureyourselfagainstprogressofothers-alittlecompetitionisalwaysgood.”
More about these businesses at:www.All4Energy.orgwww.PWNOLA.com www.ProjectLazarus.net www.FrenchTruckCoffee.comwww.HeyCafe.biz
Colleen Morgan is a freelance writer and NA Environmental Editor. She may be reached at [email protected]
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Bodywork Guide
Acupressure:Basedonthesamesystemasacupuncture,acupressurestimulatesbodypressurepointsusingfingersandhandsinsteadofneedles,inorder torestoreabalancedflowof lifeenergy(qiorchi,pronounced“chee”).Thisforcemovesthroughthebodyalong12energypathways,ormeridians,whichpractitioners“unblockandstrengthen.”Commonstylesincludejin shin,whichgentlyholdsatleasttwopointsatonceforaminuteormore;andshiatsu,whichappliesfirmpressuretoeachpointforthreetofiveseconds.(AlsoseeShiatsu.)Tui naandThaimassagestimulateqithroughacupressurehandmovements, full-body stretches andChinesemassagetechniques.(AlsoseeTuina.)Otherformsofacupressureincludejin shin do,jin shin jyutsuandacu-yoga.LearnmoreatAcupressure.com. Alexander Technique: This awareness practice helps identify andchange unconscious, negative physical habits related to posture andmovement,breathingandtension.Whileobservingthewayanindividualwalks,stands,sitsorperformsotherbasicmovements,thepractitionerkeepstheirhandsineasycontactwiththebodyandgentlyguidesittoencourageareleaseofrestrictivemusculartension.Thetechniqueisfrequentlyusedtotreatrepetitivestraininjuriesorcarpaltunnelsyndrome,backaches,plusstiffnecksandshoulders.LearnmoreatAlexanderTechnique.com. Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy: Developed byAmerican RuthieHardee,itcombineselementsoftraditionalThaimassage,barefootshiatsuandKeralitefootmassage(chavutti thirummal)forthetreatmentofchroniclow-backandhippain.Usingoverheadwoodenbarsupports,thetherapistemploysbodyweightandglidingfootstrokestoapplycompressionmassagealongstrategicpointsinthebackmusclestorelieveirritationsonthespinalnervecausedbyinflammationandswelling.LearnmoreatDeepFeet.com. Ayurvedic Massage: It’s one part of panchakarma, a traditionalEastIndiandetoxificationandrejuvenationprogram,inwhichtheentirebodyisvigorouslymassagedwithlargeamountsofwarmoilandherbstoremovetoxins.Withtheclient’spermission,oilisalsopouredintotheears,betweentheeyebrowsandappliedtospecificchakras,orbodyenergycenters,intechniquesknownrespectivelyaskarna purana,shirodharaandmarma chikitsa.Thesetreatments,modifiedtomeettheneedsoftheWest,powerfullyaffectthemindandnervoussystem—calming,balancingandbringingaheightenedsenseofawarenessanddeepinnerpeace. Ayurvedicmassage techniques are grounded in anunderstandingof the primordial energies of the five elements—ether, air, fire, waterand earth—and of the three basic types of energies, or constitutions,that are present in everyone and everything—vata, pitta and kapha.Aknowledgeabletherapistselectsandcustomizesvariousayurvedicmassagetechniquesbyselectingtherateandpressureofmassagestrokesandtheproperoilsandherbs.LearnmoreatAyurvedicMassage.com. Chi Nei Tsang (CNT): Principlesof kung fuandTai chi chuan,knownaschi-kung (orqigong),supportthisholisticapproachtomassagetherapy.CNTliterallymeans,“energytransformationoftheinternalorgans,”andpractitioners focusmainlyon theabdomen,withdeep, softandgentletouches, to train the organs to work more efficiently. It addresses theacupuncturemeridiansystem(chi)andallotherbodilysystems—digestive,respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, nervous, endocrine, urinary,reproductive and musculoskeletal—along with unprocessed emotionalcharges.LearnmoreatChiNeiTsang.com. Craniosacral Therapy (CST):Thepractitionerappliesmanualtherapeuticprocedures to remedy distortions in the structure and function of thecraniosacralmechanism—thebrainandspinalcord,thebonesoftheskull,thesacrumandinterconnectedmembranes.Craniosacralworkisbasedupontwomajorpremises: thebonesof theskullcanbemanipulatedbecause
In 2010, the nonprofit Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, inLosAngeles, published the results of research done by itsdepartmentofpsychiatryandbehavioralneurosciencesthat
confirmedcenturiesofanecdotalevidence:Peoplethatundergomassageexperiencemeasureablechangesintheresponsesoftheirimmuneandendocrinesystems. For millennia, therapeutic touch has been used to healthebodyandreducetension.Today,morethan100typesofbodywork techniques are available, with modalities rangingfrom massage and deep tissue manipulation to movementawareness and bio-energetic therapies.All are designed toimprovethebody’sstructureandfunctioning.Bodyworkmaybe used to help reduce pain, relieve stress, improve bloodandlymphaticcirculationandpromotedeeprelaxation;sometherapiessimultaneouslyfocusonemotionalrelease. The following list includes many of the better-knownbodyworksystems.Findinganapproachthatimprovesone’smentalandphysicalhealthisahighlyindividualprocess;withprofessionalguidance,severalmodalitiesmaybecombinedforthegreatestpersonalbenefit.
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theynevercompletelyfuse;andthe pulse of the cerebrospinalfluid can be balanced by apractitioner trained to detectpulsevariations.CST,alsoreferredtoascranialosteopathy, isusedto treat learning difficulties,dyslexia, hyperactivity,migraineheadaches, temporomandibularjoint (TMJ) disorders, chronicpain and ear, eye and balanceproblems. Deep Tissue Bodywork:In this method, stretching andmoving the connective tissuethatenvelopsthemuscles(fascia)works to lengthen and balancethe body along its natural,vertical axis. Distortions of theconnective tissue may be caused by internalreactionsandcomplicationsdue toaccidents,emotionaltensionsorpastunreleasedtraumas.Thepractitionerusesslowstrokes,directpressureorfrictionacrossthemusclesviafingers,thumbsorelbows.Deeptissuemassageworkstodetoxifytissuebyhelpingtoremoveaccumulatedlacticacidandotherwasteproductsfromthemuscles.Thetherapyisusedtoeaseoreliminatechronicmuscular pain or inflammatory pain fromarthritis, tendonitis and other ailments, andhelp with injury rehabilitation. Learn more atDeepBodywork.com. Manual Lymphatic Drainage:Thisgentle,non-invasive,rhythmical,whole-bodymassageaimstostimulatethelymphaticsystemtoreleaseexcessfluidfromlooseconnectivetissues,thushelpingtoremovetoxins.Lymphglandsarepart
of the body’s defense againstinfection; blockageor damagewithin the system may leadto conditions such as edema,acne, inflammation, arthritisandsinusitis.Bystimulatingoneof thebody’snaturalcleansingsystems, i t supports t issuehealth. It’s also been effectivein assuaging lymphedemafollowing mastectomy surgery.Learn more at VodderSchool.com and LymphNet.org. Massage : At i t s mos tbasic, this ancient hands-ontherapy involves rubbing orkneadingthebodytoencouragerelaxation, healing and well-being.Today, more than 100
differentmethodsofmassageareavailable,mostoftheminfivecategories:traditional;Orientalorenergetic;European;contemporaryWestern;andintegrative,encompassingstructure,functionandmovement.Massageoffersprovenbenefitstomeetavarietyofphysicalchallengesandmayalsobeausefulpreventivetherapy.LearnmoreatamtaMassage.org. Myofascial Release: This whole-body,hands-ontechniqueseekstofreethebodyfromthegripoftightfascia,orconnectivetissue,thusrestoring normal alignment and function andreducingpain.Therapistsusetheirhandstoapplymild,sustainedpressureinordertogentlystretchandsoftenfascia.Developedinthelate1960sby PhysicalTherapist John Barnes, myofascialrelease is used to treat neck and back pain,headaches,recurringsportsinjuriesandscoliosis.LearnmoreatMyofascialRelease.com. Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT):Specificmassagetherapyandflexibilitystretchinghelpbalance the musculoskeletal and nervoussystems, emphasizing the interwoven roles ofthebrain,spineandnervesincausingmuscularpain. Its goal is to relieve tender, congestedspots inmuscle tissueandcompressednervesthatmayradiatepaintootherareasofthebody.(AlsoseeTriggerPointTherapy.)LearnmoreatMyofascialTherapy.org. Physical Therapy: Traditional physicaltherapy evaluates difficulties with mobility orfunction to focusonrehabilitation thatentailsrestorativetreatmentandinstructiononhowtomakeefficientuseofthebodyindailyactivities.Physical therapists use massage, exercise,electrical stimulation, ultrasound and othermeans to help the patient regain functionalmovement.Learnmoreatapta.org. Polarity Therapy: Combinations oftherapeuticbodywork,nutritionalguidance,yoga-styleexercisesandcounselingaimatheighteningbody awareness. Polarity therapy asserts thatenergy fields exist everywhere in nature andtheir freeflowandbalanceinthehumanbodyis the underlying foundation of good health.Practitioners use gentle touch and guidancetohelp clients balance their energyflow, thussupportinga return tohealth.Thepractitioner’shandsdonotimpartenergy,butredirecttheflowof the receiver’sownenergy.The receiver thenrechargeshimselfwithhisownfreedenergy.LearnmoreatPolarityTherapy.org. Reflexology (Zone Therapy):Reflexologyisbasedonthe idea thatspecificreflexpointson the soles of the feet and the palms of thehands correspond with every major organ,
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gland and area (zone) of thebody.Usingfingersandthumbs,thepractitionerappliespressureto these points to treat a widerangeofhealthproblems.Zonetherapy,anearliernameforthisnatural healing art, sometimesrefers to a specific form ofreflexology. Learn more atReflexology-USA.net. Reiki:A healing practiceoriginated in Japan as awayofactivatingandbalancingthelife-forcepresent inall livingthings,Reiki literally means “universallife-force energy”. Light handplacements channel healingenergiestoorgansandglandsandwork to align thebody’s energycenters,orchakras.Various techniquesaddressemotionalandmentaldistress,chronicandacutephysicalproblemsorpursuitofspiritualfocusandclarity.TodayReikiisavaluableadditiontotheworkofchiropractors,massagetherapists,nursesandothersintheWest.LearnmoreatReiki.org. Rolfing Structural Integration (Rolfing):Deep tissue manipulation of the myofascialsystem, which is composed of the musclesand the connective tissue, or fascia, by thepractitioners’ hands helps restore the body’snatural alignment and sense of integration.As thebody is released fromoldpatternsandpostures, its range and freedom of physicaland emotional expression increases. Rolfingcanhelpeasepainandchronicstress,enhanceneurological functioning, improvepostureandrestoreflexibility.LearnmoreatRolfing.org. Rosen Method: It’s named for MarionRosen, a physiotherapist who discovered thatwhen clients verbalized their emotions andsensations during treatment sessions, theirconditions would more quickly improve.Thenon-invasivemethodusesgentle,directtouch;practitioners, taught tousehands that“listen”ratherthanmanipulate,focusonchronicmuscletensionandcallattentiontoshiftsinthebreathtohelpindividualsachievegreaterself-awarenessandrelaxation.Thetechniqueisofteneffectivelyused to treatchronichealthconditions.LearnmoreatRosenMethod.com. Shiatsu: The most widely known formof acupressure, shiatsu is Japanese for “fingerpressure”.Thetechniqueappliesvaryingdegreesofpressuretobalancethelifeenergythatflowsthroughspecificpathways,ormeridians,inthebody. Shiatsu is used to release tension andstrengthen weak areas in order to facilitateeven circulation, cleanse cells and improvethefunctionofvitalorgans;italsomayhelptodiagnose,preventandrelievemanychronicandacuteconditionsthatmanifestonbothphysicalandemotional levels.Abranchof shiatsu thatoriginatedintheUnitedStates,calledohashiatsu,includesmeditationandexercise.LearnmoreatShiatsuSociety.org and Ohashiatsu.org. Swedish Massage: ThisisthemostcommonlypracticedformofmassageinWesterncountries.Swedish massage integrates ancient Orientaltechniques with contemporary principles ofanatomyandphysiology.Practitionersrub,knead,pummel, brush and tap the client’s muscles,topped with long, gliding strokes. Swedishmassage is especially effective for improvingcirculation; relievingmuscle tension andbackand neck pain; promoting relaxation; and
decreasing stress. Practitionersvaryintraining,techniquesandsessionlengths. Thai Massage: A formof body therapy, also callednuad bo-ram,Thai massageincorporates gentle rockingmotions,rhythmiccompressiona long the body ’s energylines and passive stretchingto stimulate the free flow ofenergy, break up blockagesand help restore general well-being. One of the branchesofTraditionalThai Medicine(TTM),itisperformedonafloormat, with the client dressedin lightweight, comfortableclothing.Nooilsareused.Thai
massage aids flexibility, inner organ massage,andinoxygenationofthebloodandquietingofthemind.LearnmoreatThai-Institute.com. Therapeutic Touch (TT):Thiscontemporaryhealing modality was developed by naturalhealerDoraKunzandnursingprofessorDoloresKrieger,Ph.D., in the1970s.TherapeuticTouchis drawn from ancient practices and used tobalanceandpromoteenergyflow.Thepractitioner“accesses”theareawherethebody’senergyfieldisweakorcongested,and thenuseshisorherhandstodirectenergyintothefieldtobalanceit.NursesandotherhealthcarepractitionersapplyTTtorelievepain,stressandanxiety,andtopromotewound healing. Learn more at TherapeuticTouch.org. Trager Approach (a l so known as Psychophysical Integration):This system ofmovement reeducation addresses the mentalroots of muscle tension. By gently rocking,cradling and moving the client’s fully clothedbody, the practitioner encourages him or herto believe that physically restrictive patternscanbechanged.TheTragerApproachincludes“mentastics”, simple, active, self-inducedmovementsaclientcanincorporateintoregulardailyactivities.Tragerworkhasbeensuccessfullyappliedtoavarietyofneuromusculardisordersand mobility problems, as well as everydaystresses anddiscomforts. LearnmoreatTrager.com. Trigger Point Therapy (Myotherapy): Thismassage technique is used to relieve pain,similar to NeuromuscularTherapy (NMT).Practitionersapplypressuretospecific“triggerpoints”on thebody—tender,congestedspotsof muscle tissue that may radiate pain to
other areas—in order to release tension andspasms.Treatment decreases the swellingand stiffness associated with muscular painandincreasesrangeofmotion.LearnmoreatMyofascialTherapy.org. Zero Balancing: DevelopedbyFritzSmith,a doctor, osteopath and acupuncturist, zerobalancing addresses the relationship betweenenergyandstructuresofthebody.Practitionersusemoderatefingerpressureandgentletractiononareasoftensioninthebones,jointsandsofttissuetocreatefulcrums,orpointsofbalance,aroundwhichthebodycanrelaxandreorganize.The goal is to clear blocks in the body’senergy flow, amplify vitality and contributeto better postural alignment. Learn more atZeroBalancing.com.
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Please note:The contents of this Bodywork Guideareforinformationalpurposesonly.Theinformationisnotintendedtobeusedinplaceof a visit or consultation with a healthcareprofessional.Alwaysseekoutapractitionerthatislicensed,certifiedorotherwiseprofessionallyqualified to conduct a selected treatment, asappropriate.
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Fig Trees
While thefig treeoriginated in and is asymbolofloveintheMediterranean,itiswellsuitedtoourGulfofMexicoshores.Itislowmaintenanceandpreferssunforhigher yield, but is shade tolerant too.LSU purple or LSU Gold, Celeste andBrownTurkeyarelocalfavoriteswithhighproduction.UseallyourfallenoakleavesinMarchtomulchit.
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When someone is suffering,it can be agonizing just tolisten—we feel compelled
tojumpinwithadviceorstoriesofourowntrials,fillinganyawkwardspaceor moments of silent air with worduponword.Thefirstruleofempathy,however,islisteninginsilence. Miki Kashtan, writing for theTikkun Daily interfaith blog, pointsout that giving our full presence isthemost important step inpracticingtrue empathy, and it doesn’t requireus to utter a thing: “There is ahigh correlation betweenone person’s listeningpresence and theo t h e r p e r s o n ’ssenseof not beingalone, and this isc o m m u n i c a t e dwithout words.Wecanbepresentwithsomeonewhoselanguage we don’tunderstand,whospeaksabout circumstances wehaveneverexperiencedorwhosereactionsarebafflingtous.It’sasoul
orientationandintentionalitytosimplybewithanother.” Whenweachievefullpresence,empathic understanding follows,Kashtan continues. “Full empathicpresenceincludesthebreakingopenof our heart to take in another’shumanity.Welistentotheirwordsandtheirstory,andallowourselvestobeaffectedbytheexperienceofwhatitwouldbelike. “Then we understand. Empathicunderstandingisdifferentfromempathic
presence.We can have presenceacrossanybarrier,andit’sstill
agift.Ifwealsounderstand,even without saying
anything, I believe theotherperson’s senseofbeingheard increases,and theyareeven lessalonewith theweightoftheirexperience.”
There are signs thatempathymightbeon the
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Fish aquariums arecolorfulandwondrouswindows to the sea,
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are interesting to watch.” He also likesangelfish,whichhecharacterizesasdocileandelegant. Amodernwaterfiltrationsystemisneededtoeliminatefishwasteanduneatenfoodthatcandecayandcontaminatethewater.Elanderwarnsagainstshowingtoomuchlovebyoverfeeding.“Excessfoodsettlesonthebottom,decaysandiseatenlater;wegetsickeatingrottenfoodandsowillfish.” Makefrequentpartialwaterchanges—one-thirdof the total every two tofourweeks,dependingonthenumberoffishandtanksize, according to Dobrow—becausefilteringalonecannotdothejob. HavethehouseholdtapwatertestedforpH(ameasureofacidityandalkalinity)in order to know which chemicals areneeded to sustain the level between7.7 and 8.3, again depending on thefishpopulationandtanksize.UseLEDlights, energy-saving water filters andaheaterwithbuilt-inthermostatcontrol(tomaintain a rangebetween75° and82° Fahrenheit) in order to reduceelectricutilitycosts.Creativedecoratingatopthetank’s
foundational gravel base adds tothe fun. Make sure anythingmanmade, such as a modelsunkenshipor treasurechest,is obtained fromapet store,so it won’t rust or degradeandcontaminate thewater.Shells,coralandplantsalsoaddtoamaritimesetting.Remember,themoreplantsinstalled,themore light (andelectricity) is needed tokeepthemalive.
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Find more information in the Marine AquariumHandbook: Beginner toBreeder, by Martin A. Moe, Jr.
Animal lover Randy Kambic is an Estero, FL, freelance writer and editor and a frequent contributor to NaturalAwakenings.
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fRIDAY, fEBRUARY 1Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm. (also 2/6, 2/13, 2/15). 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, Clear-view Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
SATURDAY, fEBRUARY 2Saturday Morning Massage Clinics – 9:15am & 10:30am. (also 2/16, 2/23). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish: 2/2 & 2/16; NMT 2/23. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
Paint & E-Waste Drop-Off/Uptown – 10am-2pm. Drop off old paint and electronic waste (computers only) to Arabella Station Whole Foods Market. The Green Project’s tent is at the corner of Magazine & Joseph St. in good weather, and inside near the massage table in bad weather.
First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (also 11/11). 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/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.
Freret Market – Noon-5pm. 90 vendors with food, art, music, flea market, children’s play area and pet adoption. 4400 block of Freret St., NOLA. Info: 504-638-2589.
New Orleans Arts District Art Walk – 6-9pm. Monthly art walk on Julia and Camp streets. Visit 25 galleries and museums. The February art walk will feature group Mardi Gras showing. Julia & Camp streets. Info: 504-895-7375.
SUNDAY, fEBRUARY 3New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 11am TMO Home Oratory Study Group Meeting, 12:30pm Harmonization Ritual, 1pm Officers Meet-ing, 2pm Pythagorean Ceremony Rehearsal, 2:30pm Pythagorean Ceremony Ritual, 3:30pm Open Forum. Located at 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. Info: 504-472-5635.
MONDAY, fEBRUARY 4Monday Madness – The Nutrition Company – Discounts and additional savings on everyday low priced, quality supplements. Dr. C on hand providing the perfect advice to set you on the road to better wellness and vitality. Out of town orders accepted, shipped next day. 4350 Hwy 22, Suite H, Mandeville. Info: 985-727-3482.
TUESDAY, fEBRUARY 5Ideal 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.
Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm (also 2/14, 2/21). Help a student with their education at our 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/New Orleans – 7-8pm. LLL of New Orleans meets first Tuesday each month. Open to all women interested in breastfeeding. Learn more, ask questions, and benefit from a com-munity of breastfeeding mothers. Free. ZukaBaby, 2122 Magazine St, NOLA. Info: Courtney Landry, [email protected].
New Tai Chi-Chi Gong Group Class – 7-8pm. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and bal-ance. Improve self-esteem. Reserve space by 2/4. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
C. G. Jung Society Lecture – 7:30pm. “Love and Heartbreak” by psychologist and author Ginette Paris who suggests the pain of heartbreak is neuro-logically similar to torture. Discussion leader: Karen Gibson, PhD. 1.5 contact hrs for LPCs. $10 (free for members). Parker Methodist, 1130 Nashville Avenue, NOLA.
WEDNESDAY, fEBRUARY 6La Leche League Meeting/Jefferson – 6:30-7:30pm. LLL of Jefferson meets first Wednesday each month. Open to all women interested in breastfeeding. Learn more, ask questions, and benefit from a community of breastfeeding mothers. Free. Destination Mater-nity Meeting Rm, Causeway & 17th St, Metairie. Info: 504-952-3951 or [email protected].
THURSDAY, fEBRUARY 7Tai Chi Group Class – 9:30-10:20am. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve self-esteem. Offering an Intro Program of 3 classes for $59. Reserve space by 2/6. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
Swedish Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm (also 2/28). Help a student with their education at the stu-dent massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall re-laxation & increasing flexibility. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
fRIDAY, fEBRUARY 8Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm (also 2/22). 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, Clear-view Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.
SATURDAY, fEBRUARY 9Gretna Art Walk – 8:30am-12:30pm. Art walk 2nd Sat each month September – May. More than 80 artists and craft vendors. 6th St. at Huey P. Long Ave., Downtown Gretna.
Valentine Massage Training – 10am-12:30pm. Class is for ladies only. Learn to give a great massage as a personal skill to your Valentine. Learn simple and easy-to-do Swedish massage techniques. Create your own personal aromatherapy massage oil. Cost $10. Space limited, pre-register. 800 Jackson Ave, upstairs suite, Mandeveille. Info: 985-276-8119.
OCH Art Market – 10am-3pm. Local artists, food, music. 2nd Sat each month – different themes. 1618 Oretha C. Haley Blvd, Central City, NOLA. Info: 985-250-0278.
The Madisonville Art Market – 10am-4pm. Monthly 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.
Eating for Energy Workshop – 12:30pm. Join Lisa Guillot to discuss and determine how she can help you achieve your personal goals at St. John’s cof-fee house, 535 E. Boston, Covington. Seating is limited, reserve your spot. Info: 985-231-8006 or [email protected].
Adorata Workshop - Serenity – 1-4pm. Become more aware of why you attract unwanted situa-tions to your life, over and over again, no matter how much positive thinking you do. Journey into Wellness - Metairie. Info/Register: 504-442-6206 or [email protected].
SUNDAY, fEBRUARY 10Adorata Workshop - Serenity – 1pm-4pm. Become more aware of why you attract unwanted situations to your life, over and over again, no matter how much positive thinking you do. Women’s Center for Heal-ing & Transformation - Abita Springs. Info/Register: 504-442-6206 or [email protected].
Science and Art of Herbology One Year Course. First class of a 2-hour monthly self-empowering course: a hands on learning experience in every class. Practical skills necessary to practice herbal home health care, natural cosmetics, & medicinal herbol-ogy. Contact Sharon Murphy, Certified Herbalist and Educator, Cost: $695. (504) 579-1493 or email [email protected].
TUESDAY, fEBRUARY 12Ideal 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.
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WEDNESDAY, fEBRUARY 13Valentine Massage Training – 6:30pm-9pm. Class is for ladies only. Learn to give a great massage as a personal skill to your Valentine. Learn simple and easy-to-do Swedish massage techniques. Create your own personal aromatherapy massage oil. Cost $10. Space limited, pre-register. 800 Jackson Ave, upstairs suite, Mandeveille. Info: 985-276-8119.
fRIDAY, fEBRUARY 15Second Degree Reiki Class – Inquire for further dates/time with Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Oku Den (The Deeper Knowledge) is available for Reiki Students with 6 months experi-ence in Usui Shiki Ryoho. For private classes and residential retreat information call 504-376-8518 or 504-388-2356 text.
SATURDAY, fEBRUARY 16Find Yourself in Love Workshop – 10am-3pm. Keys to conscious dating and developing meaningful re-lationships. Presented by Jeff Teachworth & April Stolf at The Gestalt Institute & Relationship Center. RSVP: [email protected]
First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (also 2/17). 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/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.
Oxygen Therapy Free Workshop – 1-3pm. Expe-rience Oxygen Therapy with Aromatherapy and discover a refreshed and uplifted feeling. Learn the benefits: increases energy, detoxifies the body and clears the mind. Limited Seating. RSVP Tianne: 504-909-3723 for additional info and location.
SUNDAY, fEBRUARY 17New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – 11am Open House, 12pm Light Meal/Dessert, 1:30pm Council of Solace, 2pm Pronaos Convoca-tion Rehearsal, 2:30pm Pronaos Convocation Ritual. Located at 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner. Info: 504-472-5635.
Monthly Qigong Series – 3-5pm. 5 Element In-troduction, Sunning, Gentle Movement. Virginia Davis, RN, LMT and Suzanne Harper, LMT of Abita Healing Arts. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St, Abita Springs, La. Info: 985-400-8933.
Turn Stress to Bliss – 4-5:30pm. (2/17-3/31). Amy Archinal, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapist. Transform your relationship to stress, increase mindfulness, begin a home practice in this 7 weeks series. $200 ($150 registered by Feb 10). Space limited, pre-registration required. Balance Yoga and Wellness, 120 S. Cortez St. NOLA. Info: 504-400-5203, [email protected].
TUESDAY, fEBRUARY 19Ideal 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.
Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm. (also 2/26). 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.
Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Metairie – 6:30pm-7:30pm. Sponsored by Holistic Center for Health and Healing, Inc. Vicky Dallman will speak about Passion - what is hiding behind your everyday cravings? Free, open to the public. Old Metairie Library, 2350 Metairie Rd. Info: [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 for $59. Reserve space by 2/18. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
WEDNESDAY, fEBRUARY 20Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm. (also 2/27) Help a student with their education at our 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.
Tired of Dull Winter Skin? – 5:30-7pm. Free mini-microdermabrasion, cleanser and moisturizer product demonstration. Must pre-register. New Or-leans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave, Ste 220, NOLA. Info: 504-669-1020.
A Taste of Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy – 6:30-8pm. Amy Archinal, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapist. This client centered modality of therapy fosters explo-ration through body to gain deeper awareness of emotions and life connections. Free, open to public. Registration required. Crescent City Counseling and Yoga Therapy, 1407 Louisiana Ave, NOLA. Info: 504-400-5203.
Registration for New 2013 Classes – Give the gift of health, wellness and personal safety. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.
THURSDAY, fEBRUARY 21Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Covington – 7-8pm. Sponsored by the Holistic Center for Health and Healing Inc. Kate Finlayson will speak on “The Nia Technique” how it can help people detect when something may be wrong with their health, discussion follows. Free/open to public. Covington Council Chambers, 222 Kirkland St, Covington. Info: 985-630-2652.
fRIDAY, fEBRUARY 22200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training – 6-9pm. (2/22-2/24) First intensive weekend of eight weekend train-ings. Learn to teach classes that combine a consistent therapeutic vision with the inspired spontaneity that is the hallmark of Vinyasa Yoga. Yoga Alliance Certified School. Open spots available. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, NOLA. Info: 985-640-2648.
Tea Tasting/Bodhisattva Tea Spa – 7-11pm. Tasting are 4th Friday each month. 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. Info: 504-888-9299.
Women’s Drum Circle – 7-8:30pm. Rhythms for connecting mind, body, spirit and nature at the full moon. No experience needed. Bring a drum or share ours. Cost: By Donation. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St, Abita Springs. Info: Patricia Stout, 985-264-8089.
Rainbow Reiki Level I Course – 3 Day Course with-Walter Lubeck, who returns from Germany. Learn from the Grandmaster directly. Pre-register, limited space. Cost $380, includes manual, audio CD and certificate. Info: 504-909-3723.
SATURDAY, fEBRUARY 23 Reiki Level One – 10am-7pm. Join Reiki Master Dr. G. Love and center in the spiritual practice and healing art of Reiki. Training will help one remember their ancestral legacy as a healer as you open your roots to universal healing en-ergy. $250 Registration, includes course materials. Pre-registration required. Info: 917-881-8507, [email protected].
First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (also 2/24). With 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/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.
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Raphael Academy Open House – 10am-12pm. For middle, high school, and young adult students with Autism Spectrum Disorder & other Learning Dis-abilities. Parents and caregivers only please. 517 Soraparu St, Suite 202, NOLA. Info: 504-598-3227.
Freeing the Creative Force – 10am-1pm. Connect to your creative source within through shamanic journeying and movement exercises. Learn to pro-tect and honor your center while bringing your art into the world. $30-$50, sliding scale. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. Info: Rebecca Green, Shamanic Practitioner 408-540-8627, [email protected].
SUNDAY, fEBRUARY 24 Reiki Level Two – 10am-7pm. Join Reiki Master Dr. G. Love as you deepen your relationship to your guides, ancestors, and self; moving further into the frequency of Universal Healing. Class open to all with at least a Reiki Level 1 attunement. $250 Registration, includes course materials. Pre-registration required. Info: 917-881-8507, [email protected].
MONDAY, fEBRUARY 25Gentle Yoga Classes – 6-7pm, 7:15-8:15pm or 8:30-9:30pm. New Session begins Feb 25th with Becky Bazile, 200 ERYT, 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 or [email protected].
Rainbow Reiki Level II Course – 3 Day Course with Walter Lubeck, who returns from Germany. Learn from the Grandmaster directly. Pre-register, limited space. Cost $750, includes manual, chakra energy cards and certificate. Info: 504-909-3723.
TUESDAY, fEBRUARY 26Ideal 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.
WEDNESDAY, fEBRUARY 273 Yoga Classes – 4:30-5:30pm Chair Yoga, 6-7pm Gentle Flow, 7:30-8:30pm Restorative Yoga with Becky Bazile, Certified Teacher. 6-Week Ongo-ing Sessions. Studio space limited to 8 students, pre-registration required. Chair Yoga ($45/session for Senior Adult) other classes $60/session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Esplanade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432 or [email protected].
Finding Your Soul mate Doesn’t Have to Be a Struggle – 5:30-7pm (2/27-4/17). End the cycle of false starts. Using the Book “Calling in the One” by Katherine W. Thomas, work through the 7-step process. $210 paid by Feb 12, $250 after Feb 12, book not included. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. Info: 504-669-1020.
Women’s Health Issues – 6:30-8pm. Are you focus-ing on everyone else first? You nurture your husband, children, employer and community. Learn to nour-ish and care for yourself as a woman. Free, all ages welcome. Space limited, pre-register. 800 Jackson Ave, upstairs suite, Mandeville. Info: 985-276-8119.
ongoingeventsNote: All Calendar events must be received via email by February 10 for the March issue. $15/Event Calendar or Ongoing Calendar listing. $25/Upcoming Events, $59 MarkYourCalendar. Qualified free community wide events are listed for free as space is available. Email [email protected] for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls please.
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]. Unity Powerpath Healing Circle & Meditation – 9-10am. Get out of physical and emotional pain, release stress, connect with your Divine Spirit. Create love and joy in your life through guided meditation. Free. Led by Mike Wittenbrink, MBA. Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave, NOLA. Info: 504-339-0594.Hula Hooping for Fun & Fitness – 2-3pm. Presented by Lisa Guillot, Health Coach of Earth Girl Health. Location: the Gazebo on the Mandeville Lakefront. Contact: 985-231-8006.New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – Meetings held on Sunday’s listed in event calendar or contact for information or appointment, at our 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner La 70062 Loca-tion. Call 504-472-5635.Do You Have Too Much Stuff? Free consultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. Learn how to declutter, downsize & get organized in your home or office. Call for more info/appt. 504-920-1800
mondayGoal Setting During Life’s Transitions – 11:30am-2:30pm. Using PSYCH-K and positive affirmations to set goals. Free half-hour demonstrations. Begin-ning 2/18. Ste 220 in AHA!, New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St Claude Ave, NOLA. For info call: 504-669-1020.
Mindfulness Meditation Group – 12:30 -1:30pm. Reduce stress, improve coping skills, and maximize personal wellness. Based on literature by leaders in medical and mental health fields. All faiths are invited. Cost: $15. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St, Abita Springs, 70420. Info: Clarke McBee 985-705-1398.
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, 7:15-8:15pm or 8:30-9:30pm. 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 Espla-nade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432 or [email protected]
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, com-munity, 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].
Hanna 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 – 7-8pm. (also Wed 5:15-6:15pm) Relax the body, focus the mind, deepen self-awareness w/ a systematic approach for flex-ibility, strength, concentration, breath & range of motion. All levels. $15 drop-in / $65 for 5 classes. 5700 Citrus Blvd (in Curves), Call Karen before coming: 504-220-5325.
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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 Re-treat Center. Offered at The N.O. Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave (corner St. Roch), 4th fl, Info: 504-905-4090 or [email protected].
thursdayCrescent City Farmers Market/Mid-City – 3-7pm. Farmers Market at 3700 Orleans Ave, American Can Co. building, New Orleans, rain or shine.
Kali Ray TriYoga – 6-7pm. Awaken, absorb, fo-cus, strengthen, magnify and direct energy flow in relaxing, flowing movements that release tension and calm the mind. All levels. $15/class. Mats and props provided. 4436 Toulouse, NOLA. To register call Karen: 504-220-5325.
Meditation and Oneness Blessing – 7-8pm. (also Sun at Divine Yoga) Lead meditation followed by a sacred energy transfer facilitating higher states of consciousness. By donation. New Orleans Healing Center, Interfaith Space, 4th Floor, 2732 St.Claude. Info:[email protected] or 504-615-9414.
fridayBodyFusion Yoga Class – 8:15-9:15am. Simple Hatha style yoga, with a slow easy flow. $10/class. Space limited. St. Philip’s Church, 3643 Aurora Drive, New Orleans. Register with Debbie at 504-495-1937 or [email protected]
Aikido of New Orleans – 7-8:15pm. Free introducto-ry class for adults to Aikido, the martial art of power and movement. 2134 Magazine St, 3d fl., NOLA. Info: [email protected] or 504-561-0123.
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. Featur-ing 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.
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 movement. 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
3 Yoga Classes – 4:30-5:30pm Chair Yoga, 6-7pm Gentle Flow, 7:30-8:30pm Restorative Yoga with Becky Bazile, Certified Teacher. 6-Week Ongoing Sessions. Studio space limited to 8 students, pre-registration required. Chair Yoga ($45/session for Senior Adults) other classes $60/session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Esplanade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432 or [email protected]
Northshore Yoga – 5:30pm. Gentle, challeng-ing and relaxing classes focusing on breath and movement appropriate 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., Coving-ton. Info/ Mary Ann, 500 RYT. 985-630-7242 or [email protected]
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, com-munity, 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].
Introduction to Nichiren Buddhism – 7-8:15pm. (No session on 2/11) Learn how to activate your greatest potential, increase your compassion and achieve absolute happiness. Free. SGI-USA Buddhist Center, 1331 Prytania St, NOLA. Info: 504-310-2011.
tuesdayVinyasa Flow Yoga – 9-10:15am. (also Thurs, same time). Appropriate for all levels. Flowing with the breath leads to a deeper mind-body connection in our supportive and serene space. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., NOLA 985-640-2648.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.Take it off Tuesday – 10am-4pm. Botanically-based body contouring treatment will safely detoxify,tighten, tone and firm the skin while mini-mize the appearance of scars and cellulite. Dramatic results in 45 min. $20 special today. Elite Skin Suite in Premier Fitness Gymnasium, 1909 Airline Dr., Metairie. 504-452-6964. TRX Workout -- 6-6:50pm. (also Thurs, same time). All core, all the time! This full body workout uses your own weight as your resistance to develop strength, balance and flexibility. First class is just $10! Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., NOLA 985-640-2648.Insight Meditation Group – 7:30-9pm. (also 7:30-8:30am Fridays) for practice, study and discussion. 2134 Magazine St., 3rd fl., New Orleans. Info: [email protected] or call Larry at 504-343-8378 or email [email protected]
wednesdayBetter Bottoms Merchandise Sales – 9am-3pm. Open to the public every Wed. Cloth Diapering Moms on site for questions and advice. Call to ar-range for other dates or times. 1500 Edwards Ave, Ste F, Harahan, 70123. 504-731-7500.
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FAMILY ACUPUNCTURE & WELLNESSerinKenning,MSOM,Dipl.OM,Lac,LaLic.#aca.200039,NaeTspecialist9515Jeffersonhighway,NOLa504-715-2317NolaFamilyWellness.com
Experience a Pain-free body, a Peaceful mind, and a Greater overall vitality. Take the first step to a life of ultimate wellness. Visit us on the web or call for more information. See ad on page 16.
KELLY KIVIKO, ACALaLic.#aca.200012530e.RutlandSt.,covington985-869-3299
Acupuncture Works! It is a safe, drug-free approach to managing many common health concerns. Specializing in herbal medicine, pain, stress, women’s health, and more.
ANIMAl HOlISTIc MEDIcINE
JANICE E. POSEY, DVM315LeeLn.,Ste.104,covington985-898-3623/504-466-9129
Offering a holistic, integrative approach to healing your beloved pet through acupuncture, herbal medicine/nutritional supplements, and food therapy. We treat the patient, not the symptoms. See ad on page 12.
BEAUTY & SkINcARE
ELITE SKIN SUITE 1909airlineDr.(InsidePremierFitness)Metairie,La70001504.452.6964eliteSkinSuite.com
Holistic approach to skincare using certified organic products. Customized sessions that will address and correct your skin conditions and concerns in a relaxed atmosphere. Holistic
approach to skincare using certified organic products. See ad on page 10.
BODYWORk
AVIVA MASSAGE & BODYWORK SPALindaL.Strickland,Ba,cht,RM,LMT601LafitteSt.,Mandeville985-727-9665
Discover the difference & feel the peace through massage/bodywork, select spa services & energy work. Integrative, intuitive, customized approach. Aromatherapy at all sessions.
LA 1479;E2445. See ad on page 19.
HOLISTIC LIFE APPROACH, LLCKarenBoudreaux,LMT#5214,chhc985-276-8119holisticLifeapproach.com
W offer a “Whole Person” Approach to Health, Wellness, Stress Reduction and Balance. Personalized massage modalities support you in Nurturing Yourself. We add result-oriented health and diet coaching, to help you reach your Goals! See ad page 18.
LIFE SOMATICSDannyBurke504-915-7200danny@lifesomatics.comLifeSomatics.com
Somatics, an all natural way to eliminate pain, repair injury and improve sports performance through gentle, slow movements. Danny is a Somatic Educator trained in the
tradition of Thomas Hanna. Northshore and Southshore appointments available.
MARRAKESH MASSAGEZevattias,LaLic.#[email protected]
We offer a variety of manual therapies in a luxurious and relaxing ambiance in our convenient Metairie location. See ad on page 9.
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.
communityresourceguideGretna 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.
Covington Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. (also 10am-2pm Wed) Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at Cov-ington 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 medita-tion. Instruction and discussion also available. 3909 Bienville St, Ste 103 (near Canal and Carrolton in-tersection) in Mid-City. More info: contact Brian by email at [email protected] or call 504-644-7351.
Hollygrove Market & Farm – 10am-4pm Sat & Sun (noon-7pm Tues thru Thurs). CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables. $25 boxes of selected seasonal produce available.. 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 farm-ers and fishermen. New location at 3819 St. Claude Ave. Info: 504-872-9214 or [email protected].
Crossroads Arts Bazaar – 10am.-5pm. Indoor Art Market at the New Orleans Healing Center. Free. 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. 504-940-1130. Indoor Art Market at the New Orleans Healing Center.
Gentle Yoga for Seniors and Adults – 11am-noon. Free and no registrat ion required. Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Cen-ter, 4300 S. Broad, NOLA. For more info: [email protected]
6 for 6 Saturdays – 2-3pm. Buy 6 items and get 6 free. This is a great way to taste a wide variety of our items. All Gluten free and dairy free. The PeaceBaker, 6601 Veterans Blvd Ste 1, Metairie.
Guided Meditation Group – 2:30-3:30pm. Free guided meditation sponsored by Art of Living. Fair-grinds Coffee House (upstairs), 3133 Ponce de Leon, New Orleans. Info: call Allen at 504-247-6692.
Do You Have Too Much Stuff? Free consultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. Learn how to declutter, downsize & get organized in your home or office. Call for more info/appt. 504-920-1800
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TOUCH AND HEALMASSAGE THERAPY MelissaK.Brocato,LMT,LaLic#48618725OakSt.,NewOrleans504-388-1468TouchandhealMassageTherapy.com
Can you imagine a life without pain? Clinical massage could be an addition to your pain management routine. Also offering group packages, prenatal and sports massage. Located inside Salon Alphonse on Oak Street. Outcalls available.
UPTOWN THERAPEUTIC MASSAGEUptownholisticcenterLaLic.#389201723hillarySt.,NewOrleans504-275-5923
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 minutes- $110.00. See ad on page 20.
BREATHWORk
JACK ANTHONY FONTANABreathingcoach3200LakevillaDr.,Metairie504-453-9161JackFontana.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.
cHI MAcHINE
JOFFRION MITTS, M. ED.alternativehealthconsultant504-897-9670chiMachineForYourhealth.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 onpage 12
cHIROPRAcTIc/WEllNESS
CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER Dr.Debbihannan101clearviewPkwy.atairline,Metairie504-454-2000hannanWellness.com
Experience the difference! We offer total wellness care: Chiropractic, detoxification, nutrition, endermologie, DRX-9000 non-surgical spinal decompression, cold laser, EB-Cellular Cleanser, Far Infra Red Sauna and the Ideal Protein Diet plan. See ad on page 24.
UPPER CERVICAL FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC128W.harrisonave.,NewOrleans504-488-1800UcFamilychiropractic.com
Rebuild, repair and renew your body today! Family wellness consultant, Dr. Joshua Rilette, helps alleviate aches and pains through specific chiropractic care and offers weight loss plans, cold laser therapy, nutrition, body cleansing, detoxification and orthopedics. See ad on page 17.
cOUNSElING ANDPSYcHOTHERAPY
ANDREA SCHEELE, LCSW, LMFTattachmentPsychotherapy1303ameliaSt.,NewOrleans504-899-2686
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. Alleviate Anxiety and Depression. Emotional Support for a Healthy Lifestyle: weight loss. See ad on page 26.
DAY SPATHE WOODHOUSE DAY SPA4030canalSt.,NewOrleans504-482-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 21.
DENTIST
MIKE ROBICHAUX, DDS1101RobertBlvd.,Ste.a,Slidell985-641-8058MikeRobichauxDDS.com
Offering a holistic and patient-centered approach to dentistry, because we believe the health of the mouth and overall health cannot be separated. We help those we serve make decisions 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 8.
ENERGY PSYcHOlOGY
MARYLOU SMITHenergyPsychology&couplesMediation504-723-2899info@marylousmith.comMarylouSmith.com
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 mediation. See ad on page 9.
fENG SHUI
LIVE, LOVE AND FENG SHUIevelinehoffmannFengShuipractitionerboehlen747@gmail.comOffering 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 22.
fITNESSBODYFUSION IN-HOME FITNESS504-495-1937BodyFusion.info
A woman’s time is short, health a priority. BodyFusion brings training -Cardio, Strength, Flexibility -conveniently to your home. BodyFusion works within Your crowded schedule. To reserve a free individual fitness analysis call Debbie today.
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flOWER ESSENcES
ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.australianBushPractitioner&[email protected] and teacher of Australian Bush Flower Essences. Many custom blended essences available, including: Detox, Calm & Clear, Stress Relief, Confidence, Cognis, Woman, Travel Ease, Adolescence, Yoga. National LMT/CEU classes available. See ad on page 3.
GlUTEN fREE
THE PEACEBAKER6601veteransBlvd,Ste.1,Metairie504-888-9094ThePeaceBaker.com
A dedicated gluten-free bakery also offering dairy free and vegan items for walk in, catering and wholesale. Our mission: Give back to
the community and provide awareness and partnerships with regards to food allergies. See ad on page 33.
HEAlTH cOAcH
EARTH GIRL HEALTHLisaGuillot985-231-8006earthGirlhealth.com
Together, we will discover the food and lifestyle choices that best support you. Making gradual, lifelong changes enables you to reach your current and future health goals. Schedule a free one-hour health consultation. See ad on page 6.
HOLISTIC LIFE APPROACH, LLCKarenBoudreaux,LMT#5214,chhc985-276-8119holisticLifeapproach.com
We offer a “Whole Person” Approach – customized to fit YOU, Your Lifestyle! One-on-One Support, Kitchen Raids, Grocery Field Trips. We support you in reaching YOUR Goals of Health, Wellness, and Balance. See ad on page 18.
HOlISTIc HEAlING cENTERS
AFFORDABLE HEALING ARTS acommunityofhealerslocatedinsidetheNOhc985-467-0900helpme@affordablehealingarts.comaffordablehealingarts.com
AHA! is a beautiful, comfortable space where practitioners and clients meet. Independent practitioners find affordable shared office space in a community environment. Clients find practitioners with their best interests in mind. See ad on page 10.
UPTOWN HOLISTIC CENTER723hillarySt.,NewOrleans504-865-0966Uptownholisticcenter.com
A group of independent Holistic Practitioners committed to the highest level of Holistic Health Care. Emphasis on the whole person – body, mind & spirit – allows for a more complete process of healing and well-being.
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WOMEN’S CENTER FOR HEALING & TRANSFORMATION71667LevesonSt,.abitaSprings985-249-5853985-264-8089WomenscenterForhealing.org
Non-profit center with events, classes, support
groups and on-site professional appointments for women, by women. Massage, health and fitness coaching, holistic and body-based psychotherapy, spiritual consultations, and more. Large room rental for women’s workshops. See ad on page 13.
HOlISTIc/ENERGY HEAlING
CENTER FOR ENLIGHTENED TRANSFORMATION cindyB.Daigle504-931-6494NorthshoreandNewOrleansareacindy@outlookdesign.comcindyDaigle.org
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 28.
DR. JESS TREGLEMetaphysician504-352-6418ReconnectingLife.com
Heal your body, mind & spirit! You will become more relaxed and peaceful and more happy, light, and uplifted! Release ALL forms of negativity from you such as stress, anger, anxiety/fear, sadness, and pain! Gain inner-peace and true freedom.
POWER PATH ACADEMY OFSELF EMPOWERMENT ANDTRANSFORMATIONMikeWittenbrink,MBa504-339-0594PowerPath.org
Learn “The Greatest Secret to Self-Healing, Empowerment, and Creativity” in our on-going Tuesday night class. Take back your power, release your emotional pain, solve your problems, and create a happier
life. Open class: come once or every week. At Unity Temple. 3722 St. Charles, NOLA. For details, call or see web page.
REBECCA GREENShamanicPractitioneraffordablehealingartsLLc2372St.claudeave.,Ste.220,[email protected]
Journey into the shamanic realms for self-discovery, retrieving soul-parts disassociated in trauma, clearing blocks and connecting with your essential self. Energy work,
sound healing, movement integration. Workshops and individual sessions.
STEP’S HOLISTIC INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICESL.e.“Step”Stepteaux,Jr.,[email protected]
Connecting People With People and Information Around The World. I enjoy helping people to reach their goals, from around the country to around the world via the Telephone & the Internet.
INTEGRATIvE MEDIcINE
IRENE SEBASTIAN, M.D., PH.D401veteransBlvd.,Ste.203,Metairie504-838-9804IreneSebastianMD.com
Experience the difference that Homeopathic 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 35.
DR. kATHlEEN POSEY, M.D.377hwy21,Ste.101,Madisonville985-845-4111KathleenPoseyMD.com
Our mission is to improve health and reverse chronic disease through hormonal 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 17.
SLIDELL NUTRITIONAL MEDICINE Dr.JamesFambro315RobertBlvd.,Ste.a,Slidell985-288-5162GetWellSlidell.com
Give your body what it needs to be Self-Healing. Our services include Functional Medicine Evaluation, Nutrition Assisted Addiction Recovery, Intravenous Vitamin/Mineral Therapies, Food and Environmental
Testing/Treatment, Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy & Pulsed Magnetic Field Therapy. See ad on page 15 and profile on page 22.
lIfE cOAcHAPRIL STOLF MNLP, RYT504-982-9642april@aprilstolf.comgestalt-institute.comaprilStolf.com
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 6.
HARMONIOUS YOU, llcholisticLifestylecoachNewOrleanshealing.com504-669-1020
Harmonious You promotes a new perspective in coaching, wellness and life transitions by focusing on the positive. Define your goals and get there quickly. Free consultations, new client discounts and gift certificates available! See ad on page 14.
MARTIAl ARTS
TAI CHI-QI GONGShifuKingLam8132WillowSt.,[email protected]
Asian Arts to improve health, fitness, personal safety, rejuvenate energy. Achieve a better mind, body and spirit. Serving New Orleans community for 35 years. KingLamtaichi-karate.com. See ad on page 2 and calendar for classes.
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THE NUTRITION COMPANY4350hwy22,Steh,Mandeville985-727-3482vitalityJuice.com
“Where Healthy Tastes Good.” Featuring organic juices, wheatgrass, all natural, sugar free smoothies, full service organic
coffee bar. Also freshly prepared organic salads, soups, chilis, free range burgers and grilled sandwiches, wraps, paninis, vegetarian & vegan specialities. Delicious Swerve baked goods! Dine-in/take-out. Catering available. Open Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, closed Sun. See ad on page 13.
NUTRIVERUS POWDER JeanieLeclere504-888-4464/504-319-3665
Nourish your body with all natural, food-sourced vitamins, minerals, glyconutrients and antioxidants. Simply mix with food or beverage without affect
taste. Enjoy the benefits of energy boosting with immune system-supporting nutrition
OIL & VINEGAR6111PinnaclePkwy.,covington985-809-1693Louisiana.OilandvinegarUSa.com
An interactive gourmet specialty shop packed with international food and cooking products in alluring, Mediterranean-style surroundings. See, Smell and Taste the many flavors while
enjoying an un-matched shopping experience with an international flair. See ad on page 5.
NATURAl PHARMAcY
cASSO’S WEllNESS STORE & GYM3308clearyave.,Metairie504-888-3077TheWellnessStore.com
Pharmaceutical quality nutritional products, vitamins, minerals, herbs and natural hormones. Natural hormone 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 47.
MASSAGE ScHOOlS
BLUE CLIFF COLLEGEclearviewMall,Metairie504-293-0972
Train for an exciting, new career as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Earn an Associates degree upon completion of advanced massage training. Inquire about financial aid. See calendar for information
about our $30-student massage clinic. Visit our retail shop for massage supplies: Biotone & Therapro Cremes & Oils, aromatherapy products, books & more. Monthly specials! See ad onpage 11.
NATURAl BABY & cHIlD
BETTER BOTTOMSDiaperDelivery504-731-7500BetterBottomsBaby.com
Better Bottoms is an affordable cloth diaper service that has serviced hundreds of New Orleans Metro area babies! Keep baby happy and healthy
while keeping diapers out of landfills! Check our website for diaper options and accessories. See ad on page 20.
ZUKABABY2122MagazineSt.,NOLa504-596-6540ZukaBaby.com
ZukaBaby specializes in cloth diapers, breastfeeding supplies, baby carriers, natural toys and locally made baby items. Hosting monthly community events: La Leche League, Babywearers Meetup, nutrition classes and Wee Hands baby sign language. See ad page 22.
NATURAl fOODS & SUPPlEMENTS
NATURE LOVERS HEALTH FOOD3014clearyave.,[email protected]
Since 1985. We are your independent health food store. Our goal is to provide the knowledge you need to take responsibility for your health. Our knowledgeable staff will
help you find answers. Vitamins, herbs, gluten-free products.See ad on page 14.
NATUROPATHIc DOcTOR
DR. cATHERINE WIlBERT, NDPhone:985-727-3482catherineWilbert.com
Nationally recognized weight loss & wellness expert, author of the book, Mending Your Metabolism. Stop treating symptoms and start getting well! Diabetes, blood sugar control, weight management, women’s health, detox, performance nutrition
and more. Ask about out 12-week “Set on Success” Weight Loss to Wellness Program. End dieting forever!
NURSERY
HAROLD’S 1135PressSt.NewOrleans504-947-7554
The best kept secret in New Orleans for Indoor/Outdoor Plants and Landscaping Services. Our knowledgeable staff can assist you in
selecting from hundreds of varieties for every garden need. Delivery is available. Hours are Mon-Sun 9am-6pm. See ad on page 27.
NUTRITIONIST
DANIELLE PACIERA, LDN, RD, CCN5002PrytaniaSt.,[email protected]
Cutting edge holistic nutrition services. Specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, therapeutic uses of foods, supplementation, vegetarian nutrition, women’s health, sports performance, eating disorders, depression, addiction, and more. See ad on page 11.
PROfESSIONAl ORGANIzERclEAR THE clUTTERStasiacymes504-920-1800stasiacymes@gmail.comclearTheclutterToday.com
Let go of that which no longer serves you & there’s no time like the present for a fresh start in
your home or office. Free consultations, 3 hour transformations. Removal of recycling & donations included! See ad on page 7.
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RETREAT cENTER
DOLORES WATSON621Opelousasave.,NewOrleans504-905-4090evolved812@aol.comFloweringLotusMeditation.org
Elegant, donation based retreat center in quaint, quiet Magnolia, MS just 1 1/2 hours from New Orleans, Baton Rouge or Jackson. Ongoing retreats in meditation and yoga. Ongoing meditation group in New Orleans. Vegetarian. Available for rental. Capacity for 40 people. See ad on page 21 and ongoing calendar.
SOlAR
SOUTH COAST SOLAR, LLC 2605RidgelakeDr.,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 estimate. See ad on page 2.
THERMAl IMAGING/THERMOGRAPHY
ABUNDANT HEALTHTHERMAL IMAGINGBatonRouge–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 3939houmaBlvd.,Bld.3,Ste.15DoctorsRow,Metairie504-909-3723JourneyIntoWellness.netA place of learning and complementary therapies and modalities are all available in our newly renovated medical complex. Treatment rooms and class space for practitioners are available to rent. Contact Tianne Lastra, Director. See ad on page 15.
YOGA
DIVINE [email protected]
Kundalini Yoga is considered to be the most comprehensive of yogas, combining meditation, physical practice and breathing exercises. All levels of experience are welcome to all classes. See ad on page 30 and calendar for events/classes.
TRANSFORM NOLAMiaOramous,Owner8422OakSt.,NewOrleans985-640-2648TransformNOLa.com
Yoga, Pilates, Nia and TRX workout classes offered all week; private sessions also available. 200-hr yoga teacher training starts
February 2013. Class schedule, descriptions and more on website! See ad page 23.
WILD LOTUS YOGA4842PerrierSt.,NewOrleans504-899-0047WildLotusYoga.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 24 and calendar for events/classes.
YOGA TEAcHER TRAINING
YOGA SCHOOL, L.L.C.603S.TylerSt.,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 33.
YOGA THERAPY
AMY ARCHINAL, RYT, PRYTPhoenixRisingYogaTherapy504-899-6167NewOrleansYogaTherapy.com
Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy combines meditation, assisted yoga postures, breathwork and client-centered dialogue to promote self-awareness. Discover the wisdom of your body. See adpage 27.
POOl SERvIcE
ECO POOL SERVICE504-451-0586ecoPoolService.comYour source for no salt, no chlorine pools. We offer monthly pool service, pool remodels, leak detection, pool resurfacing with 20 year warranty, eco pool filters, design & consultation for new pools. NSPF certified pool operators. See ad on page 20.
REIkI
ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.ReikiMasterTeacher&[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 3 and calendar for classes.
FIVE DIRECTIONS WELLNESSGeryllRobinson-Dr.G.Love,DNNaprapath,ReikiMaster,ShamanicPractitionerNewOrleans917-881-8507FiveDirectionsWellness.com
Enter our r/Evolutionary healing space and connect to your birthright as a Universal Energetic Be-ing! We offer Usui Reiki Attunements, Community Supported Continuing Education, Spiritual/Emotional Healing, Spinal Alignment, Food/
Lifestyle Counseling, and Cross-cultural Shamanic Apprenticeships.
TIANNE D. LASTRAUsui,Karuna&RainbowReikiMaster3939houmaBlvd.,Bld.3,Ste.15Metairie504-909-3723amazingReiki.com
Certified & experienced Master Teacher offering sessions & classes to the Greater N.O. Area. Healing Touch, Pranic Healing, Crystal Healing, Reiki Drumming and
Animal Reiki practitioner. Visit our website for full information. See ad on page 25.
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Dear Friends, Here at Casso’s Wellness Store & Gym we have begun the 2013 New Year Thankful to God and All of You who continue to keep us in business in these trying times. A friend of mine turned me on to Jeremiah 29: 4 - 14.I feel it was perfect then, now and every day. I Love Scripture and hope y’all do too. We have some new offerings to announce. We now have our own Licensed Therapeutic Massage Therapist, Ms. Elise Peytral (LA#1306). Elise specializes in deep tissue therapeutic massage and is certified in prenatal and postnatal massage. In addition to being very knowledge-able about the human frame, she has a heart of gold. We are also very pleased to be able to offer Reiki by our own Certified Reiki Master, Mrs. Marlene Chaplin. Besides holding a number of degrees, Marlene has been involved in Holistic Energetic Therapies for over 32 years. Finally, we are truly thrilled to be hosting our first Group Hypnosis Workshops with Mr. Charles “Chaille” DeLerno, CCHT, CMHT, a practitioner having 50 years of experience with hypnosis. The first 8-week group meeting on Saturdays, beginning February 16, will be “Controlling and Managing Your Body Weight.” Hypnotize Your Stomach and Hips Away!!! The cost is $200, that’s only $12.50/hour. Space is very limited, so register TODAY! Call Jamie or Terrell at 504-888-3077. Massage Therapy, Reiki, and One-On-One Hypnosis sessions are available at our store by appointment only. To Your Health! Love Y’all,
Mike Casso
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