The Mystery of Attraction

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Foods That
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The Mystery
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How Women Choose a Mate
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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more
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13 THE MYSTERY OF
ATTRACTION
18 SEVEN LIFE TOOLS
30 consciouseating
How to Stay Lighthearted
in Challenging Times
32 healingways
by Kari Joys
34 calendar
28
How Women Evaluate
Attractiveness
20 CANINE HUMOR
by Stanley Coren
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22 LAUGH MORE
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26 YOGA LAUGHTER
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Catalyst for Laughing Alone
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28 KEEPING KIDS SINGING
Comfort, Play, Teach
by Jacqui DeBique
30 GOOD HUMOR
Foods That Make Us Smile
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32 LIGHTEN UP!
Humor is FUNdamental
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hSoSlender Body Spa would like to inform spa enthusiasts they now have
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OhSoSlender specializes in 50+ clients offering anti-aging facials, homeopathic
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and glamour makeovers. Body wraps are a healthful and relaxing method to help
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The Body Wrap is applied firmly to areas needing inch loss and contouring and
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It is a non-invasive procedure that helps smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, as well
as to lift the eyebrows, jaw line, and accent the cheekbones without the use botox
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Third Annual Kirtan College
K
ashi Ashram invites those interested in learning
Kirtan to join David Newman and Mira for the
third annual Kirtan College. Kirtan is a sacred music
tradition of call-and-response chanting that promotes
a healing, meditative state. The in-depth course is
designed to educate and guide participants in the
many facets of the ancient art of Kirtan. Students will
gain understanding, confidence, and tools to cultivate
the musical skills to accompany, compose, and lead
Kirtan in a group.
Kirtan College runs Sunday-Sunday, February 21-28. Kashi is located at 11155
Roseland Rd, Sebastian. For more information and to register online, visit www.
davidnewmanmusic.com, email [email protected], or call 772-5891403, ext.109. See ad on page 21.
Reclaiming Our Roots Herb Class
Medical Qigong Workshop
DR. WOLFGANG LUCKMANN PRESENTS:
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• Chinese Hand and Foot
Vitaflex Reflexology
• Essential Oil Aromatherapy
• Medical Qigong Meditation
Held at The Institute of Colorectal Health and Wellness
1255 37th St. Ste B, Vero Beach • CEU Credits available
February 6 & 7 • 9:30am-5:30pm
The Vero Beach Qi-gong Society
772-569-4090
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or those interested in herbal health care options, The Herb Corner is offering
discount classes to learn about medicinal uses of herbs and foods. Reclaiming
Our Roots is a seven-month class that will provide participants an in-depth study
of the healing properties of herbs for women, men, children, and pets. Discussions
will include the body systems, conditions associated with each system, and
beneficial herbs for these systems/conditions. Students will learn how to treat nonemergency health problems and gain an excellent grounding in the basics of herbal
medicine. Additional topics include how to make teas, tinctures, salves, syrups, and
compresses and two herb walks will be planned. Master Herbalist Cecelia Avitabile
says, “Education will give you the opportunity to participate in and take charge of
your healing process.”
The 15-class package runs February through August at The Herb Corner, 277 N.
Babcock St., Melbourne. Tuition, normally $450, is now offered at $300 or may be
paid at $20/week. For more information and to register call 321-757-7522. See ad
on page 9.
Tour Bali, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Bhutan
S
usan Drew’s Sangha Tours specializes in fulfilling people’s travel dreams.
Sangha means “sacred community” in Tibetan and Susan believes when
people interact, global understanding occurs. Having led over 120 tours since
1989 to earth’s sacred sites and natural wonders – she’s ready for Bali, Cambodia,
Vietnam and Bhutan this March.
Susan loves Bali and calls it “a spicy form of paradise”. Experience it through
mountain temples, rice walks and sunrise meditations. Then if awe-inspiring
Angkor Wat calls, join Susan there too. Photographer J. Scott Kelly offers optional
photo workshops throughout.
Explore Vietnam with Susan - Mekong Delta, Saigon, Hue, Hanoi, Northern
Hills, Halong Bay. Afterwards join her in Bhutan for Paro’s Buddhist Festival –
with sacred masks, costumes, dances and music. “Bhutan is simply amazing!”
says Susan.
Deluxe Land Tours - Bali: $1195, Cambodia Add-on: $695, Bhutan: $1995,
Vietnam Add-on: $1295. Request itineraries and mailing list sign-up, call Susan
Drew at 772-567-6202, or email [email protected] (ST37498). See ad
on page 15.
InterPlay® in Cocoa
K
asey Knight, certified InterPlay® leader and local performer,
will be offering a new InterPlay workshop at the Aquarium
Building called “Let the Fresh Air In.”
If you are someone who would like to unleash the energy
that lies within or open the doors and windows of yourself to
let the fresh air in and ignite creativity, then this workshop is
for you. “Dip your toes into InterPlay¹s gentle, incremental
forms for the first or umpteenth time,” invites Kasey. InterPlay
is great for connecting with your authentic self through voice,
movement, personal stories and stillness. It’s about finding passion, purpose and
playfulness, and how they can change your life.
InterPlay is accessible to people of all ages and abilities.
The workshop will be held on Saturday, February 27 from 12:30-4:30pm at
238 Peachtree, Cocoa. Suggested offering is $20-$40. For more information, call
Kasey at 321-254-2541. See ad on page 6.
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Qigong as Poetry in Cocoa
R
ichard Todd is excited to offer a new class, Qigong Form: Poetry of Personal
Harmony. The series of classes will be a study of the fundament of Nature,
known as Qi (chee) for the purpose of developing skill (gong) in order to promote
dynamic harmony of the whole person within nature. The class incorporates
a poem of movement in 20 postures with each movement being studied and
practiced on its own before being added to the sequence. All movements are
gentle and involve no impact. Physical impairments, such as pain associated with
movement, are easily accommodated. No prior experience in either physical
activity or energy work is required and beginner, intermediate, or advanced
practitioners progress at their own pace. “All who attend can expect the group
sessions to enhance their personal experience with Qi,” says Shifu Todd who
has been studying the Chinese arts of Qigong and Tai Ji for more than 20 years;
actively teaching for the past five.
Sessions are offered on a donation basis and held on Fridays at 8am at Nature’s
Spirit in Cocoa Village, 405 Florida Ave, Cocoa. Private or group sessions are also
available at Richard’s studio. For more information, call 321-631-6791. See ad on
page 6.
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Qigong Workshops and Certification
T
he Vero Beach Qigong Society would like to announce several
upcoming workshops for Qigong enthusiasts. A Medical Qigong
Workshop will be presented by Dr. Wolfgang Luckmann which
includes Chinese Hand and Foot Vitaflex, Reflexology, Essential Oil
Aromatherapy, and Medical Qigong Meditation. CEU’s are available
for health practitioners.
Radiant Lotus Qigong for Women and Qigong for Cleansing will
be taught by internationally renowned Qigong Master Daisy Lee.
These workshops are for all levels and include varied techniques
such as how the mind and emotions affect the body’s physical energy
and immunity, shaking and cupping, emotional release, longevity,
and Qigong for organ cleansing and stress relief. Master Daisy will
also be teaching a 50-hour Instructor Certification Course in Radiant
Lotus Qigong for Women. Previous experience in Qigong is required
for the certification course.
Medical Qigong will be held at The Institute of Colorectal Health
and Wellness in Vero Beach, Saturday-Sunday, February 6-7, from
9:30am-5:30pm. Radiant Lotus Qigong begins Thursday, March
4 from 7-9pm and continues Friday and Saturday, March 5-6
from 9am-4pm. The Instructor Certification will be held MondayFriday, March 8-12 from 9am-4pm. Both events will be held at
the Unity Center of Vero Beach. Call 772-569-4090 or visit www.
thecloudwalker.com for more information. See ad on page 6 and
Save the Date calendar page 43.
Hyperbaric Therapy
Available in Melbourne
H
ealth For Life is pleased to offer an innovative
approach to restore health called Hyperbaric
Therapy (HBT). Mild hyperbaric therapy has
been around since the 1600’s and is a safe,
FDA approved method of delivering oxygen
to the body at the cellular level. HBT provides
an optimal environment for the body to carry
out vital cell processes, thereby increasing the
capacity for the body to heal itself. A total body
chamber utilizes filtered pressurized ambient
air to dissolve oxygen directly into the plasma,
cerebral, and spinal fluids, flooding tissues and
vital organs with oxygen. “HBT allows for healing
at the cellular level, a critical step to restoring
health,” shares Dr. Sylvie. “It has been shown to
be effective for inflammatory disorders such as
autism, arthritis, asthma, lupus, multiple sclerosis,
scleroderma, stroke, systemic inflammation,
immune-response disorders, poor healing wounds
from injuries or surgeries, and more.”
Health For Life is located at 402 N. Babcock St.,
Suite 101, Melbourne. For more information or a free
consultation, call 321-259-0555. See ad on page 25.
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Concert and Medicine Wheel Workshop
W
ynne Paris will perform enlightening yoga-inspired music on Sarod, guitar,
and percussion, while telling stories, devotional chanting, and singing mantras from eastern spiritual traditions. His unique Yoga-Fusion sound is a beautiful,
heart-opening experience. Wynne has recorded with and performed with many
well-known yoga, rock, jazz, and world beat musicians. As a Bhakti, or devotional
singer, Wynne draws upon influences from Indian and Tibetan folk music as well as
gospel, blues, jazz, and chiefly from Kirtan, a mystical yogic form of singing.
Bruce Orion will be offering an enlightening journey around the medicine
wheel. “Aligning our spiritual path with the life we are living is often a
transformative experience,” explains Bruce, a well-known, respected spiritual
teacher from Sedona. Bruce will explain the rich symbolism of the cross in the
circle, helping participants reflect on their life and unique challenges faced as
individuals. The workshop will be a time to re-examine core beliefs and how they
have shaped perceptions and choices.
Concert is $10 in advance or $15 day of event and will be held Wednesday,
February 3 at 7:30pm. Medicine Wheel Workshop is $20 and will be held
Saturday, February 27 at 2pm. Both events will be held at Aquarian Dreams. For
more information, call 321-729-9495. See ad on page 3.
Free Health Presentations
B
eth Lambdin and Rhonda Ford are teaming up for two lively presentations.
Beth will talk about how resolving issues in the tissues can lead to enhanced
health and well-being with Top Ten Benefits of Therapeutic Massage. She will
discuss the benefits of integrating energy with massage providing hands-on
demonstrations. Rhonda will speak about Everything You Always Wanted to Know
about Colon Hydrotherapy but Were Afraid to Ask. Rhonda will suggest ways to
improve the digestive process and how colon hydrotherapy can address digestive/
elimination problems to promote and maintain good digestive health.
Rhonda is an LMT, Colon Hydrotherapist, Certified Colonic Instructor, and
founder of the Cocoa Beach Wellness Center. Beth is an LMT, Brennan Healing
Science Practitioner, and holds Master’s degrees in Business Administration and
Special Education. Both presenters are seasoned professionals offering a wide
range of integrative health treatments at the Cocoa Beach Wellness Center.
Free presentations will be held Monday, February 1 from 2-4pm in the Jane von
Thron room at the Cocoa Beach Public Library, 550 N. Brevard Avenue, Cocoa
Beach. Registration is recommended at 321-868-1104 or at the sign-up table in the
library. (MA#52890, MA#22058). See ad on page 8.
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Call for information or an appointment.
We use Traditional Chinese Medical
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Melbourne
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Grand Opening for Chiropractor
C
anuel Chiropractic & Wellness Center is excited to announce a Grand
Opening and Health Fair to celebrate their new location. The Center has
added new technology including Non-surgical Spinal Decompression (used
primarily to treat disc injuries in the neck and low back, sciatica, and stenosis),
cold laser therapy, and the newest version of Surface EMG. The Health Fair
will include food, fun, and an opportunity to meet other local vendors to help
everyone get healthy in 2010. Complimentary preliminary testing with MyoVision
Surface EMG will be available. With an eight year history in Melbourne, Dr.
Canuel is now in the process of obtaining his Diplomat in Clinical Nutrition and
already has over 150 hours in post-graduate clinical nutrition education.
The Grand Opening and Health Fair is Saturday, February 13 from 1-5pm. at
7331 Offi ce Park Place, Suite 400, Melbourne. For more information or online specials,
visit www.melbournechiropractor.com or call 321-751-2333. See ad on page 42.
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Road Rally and Poker
Run for Pets
T
he Central Brevard Humane Society
(CBHS) is hosting its Seventh Annual
Molly Mutt Road Rally and Poker Run.
All vehicles are welcome with the first
bike out leaving at 10am; the last one
departing at 11:30am. Event activities
include a 50/50 drawing, vendor
displays, food, and live entertainment.
Prizes will be awarded for best, worst,
and mystery poker hands. Proceeds
from the event will help raise awareness
and provide financial support for the
thousands of unwanted and abandoned
pets that visit the shelter each year.
CBHS is Brevard County’s
oldest established animal welfare
organization. A “no kill for space”
shelter, CBHS is dedicated to
speaking for those who cannot
speak for themselves. They educate
the community on responsible pet
ownership and the humane treatment
of animals, advocate spaying/neutering
to reduce the homeless pet population,
and provide quality care to Brevard’s
abandoned animals by placing them
with responsible, caring owners in safe
and forever homes.
Event begins Sunday, February 21
at 10am at the Humane Society, 1020
Cox Road, Cocoa. Cost is $7 per hand
or two hands for $10. Donations of pet
supplies are greatly appreciated. For
more information, call 321-636-3343 or
visit www.crittersavers.com.
Healthy For Life Seminars
A
tlas Chiropractic of Brevard is pleased to announce the kick-off of
their nutritional seminar series with Justina Rudez. Ms. Rudez is a
Certified Healthy For Life Coach under Ray Strand, MD, a well-known
international lecturer on nutritional medicine and author of What Your
Doctor Doesn’t Know about Nutrition and Healthy for Life. Ms. Rudez
will share knowledge from Dr. Strand’s work in seminars in order to
help each person attain optimal health. The series will cover topics such
as cellular nutrition, low-glycemic eating, combating the root cause of
diabetes (insulin resistance), the power of antioxidants, and the need for
nutritional supplementation. Also included in the Healthy For Life series
is a twelve-week challenge to achieve lasting fat loss and reverse insulin
resistance.
The seminar will be held on Monday, February 15 at 7pm at Atlas
Chiropractic of Brevard, 1751 Sarno Rd., Suite 1, Melbourne. To RSVP for
this event, call 321-987-0668. See ad on page 30.
Renowned Doctor to Speak on Stem Cells
D
r. Ron Logan is giving two lectures to help de-mystify confusion
about stem cells. Dr. Logan will share pertinent details about adult
stem cells interspersed with his own brand of enjoyable humor. He
explains, “Adult stem cells have the ability to become virtually any type
of cell in the body, thus constituting the natural healing process of the
body.” Residing in Kansas City, Missouri, Dr. Logan is a world renowned
Iridologist, Chiropractor, Naturopathic Doctor, Reflexologist, Master
Herbalist, Water Expert, and a leading authority on stem cells. He has
studied in Switzerland for several years with Iridologist Dr. Bernard
Jensen, works with doctors at Johns Hopkins with stem cell nutrition,
and attended the World Health Organization meeting in Okinawa as a
spokesman on statistics for the US. He is currently working with Russia
to help recover the land damaged by the Chernobyl disaster of 1986. Dr.
Logan’s seminars are in great demand throughout the world.
Dr. Logan of Your Health 321, LLC will present his lecture at Appleseed
Health Food Store, 1007 Pathfinder Way, Rockledge on February 23 at
6pm and The Herb Corner, 277 North Babcock Street, Melbourne on
February 24 at 6pm. For more information, call 321-591-7295 or 321432-0174. See ad on page 39.
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Healthy Living Expo Coming Soon
C
entral Florida’s largest natural and green living expo will
be held Saturday, May 1st at the Florida Tech Clemente
Center in Melbourne. Excitement is building for this year’s 8th
annual Healthy Living Expo and producers expect it to be the
best yet.
Each year the Healthy Living Expo brings together a
wide array of natural, organic, and green living products, services, providers,
information, and experts for the home, pets, and the whole family. The Healthy
Living Expo features many exciting speakers presenting natural living topics to
help you live a natural life and the exhibit hall is filled with exciting products,
samples, and interactive displays to get your organic juices flowing.
If you are interested in promoting your business at the expo, be sure to register by
February 15th to take advantage of early bird pricing. Ask about expo coupons that
will be featured in the March and April editions of Natural Awakenings magazine.
For more information visit www.HealthyLivingExpos.com or call 321-777-6433.
See ad on page 2.
Say No
Oppose Oil Spills on Florida’s Beaches
A
t 1 p.m., Saturday, February 13, citizens
will gather on key beaches around our state
to demonstrate their opposition to offshore oil
drilling. The movement to protect our shoreline,
beaches, waterways, properties and tourism from
the devastating effects of oil operations three to
10 miles off our coasts calls attention to the folly
of pending Florida legislation that would allow
drilling. By linking hands at 1:30 p.m., thousands of residents and visitors will
literally and metaphorically draw their line in the sand.
Key local beaches include Lori Wilson Park in Cocoa Beach, Melbourne Beach,
and Indialantic. For more information and contact information for each gathering,
visit HandsAcrossTheSand.com; email [email protected].
Aromatherapy Course in Cocoa Village
F
or those wondering how aromatherapy works, Doreen
DeSerres, Aromatherapist and owner of Nature’s Spirit
Distinctive Aromatherapy is offering in a 12-week course on
holistic aromatherapy. Participants will learn about botanical
classifications and uses of at least 70 pure essential oils.
Doreen will share techniques and botanical data from
her 21 years of aromatherapy experience. “Aromatherapy
can be integrated into all aspects of your daily life from
aphrodisiacs to pet care,” explains Doreen. “Synthetic chemicals can be replaced
with the top quality pure botanicals that Nature’s Spirit offers.” Doreen has been
importing, private labeling, blending, and creating custom blends since 1988.
Course participants receive 20% off all essential oils and supplies during the
course and in the future.
The 12-week course meets Thursday evenings 6-8pm, beginning February 4
through April 22. The course fee is $222 or $22 per session (prepay saves $42).
Pre-registration is required. Nature’s Spirit is located at 405 Florida Avenue, Cocoa
Village. For more information, call 321-632-1221 or visit www.naturespirit.com.
See ad on page 10.
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Laughter Yoga
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A
n experiment to assess the effect of laughter of yoga
on back pain by sports science student Ulrich
Rehm of Münster University, in Germany, turned
up an encouraging conclusion. In conducting
research for his Ph.D. thesis, he hooked up two
healthy young men to an electromyograph
(EMG), which measures strength, endurance
and increases in muscle activity. Rehm
monitored some of the abdominal and back
muscles that are addressed by conventional
strengthening exercises or even in sports
physiotherapy.
First, his fellow students performed a
series of conventional physiotherapy exercises on a
mat for 30 minutes. Next, they performed another
30 minutes of laughter yoga exercises. The working conclusion was that, “Simulated laughter exercises engage as many abdominal muscles as conventional physiotherapy exercises, sometimes even more.” Initial findings are backed by overseeing
professor Dr. Heiko Wagner, who teaches kinesiology at the university.
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hild of Our Time, a televised research
project co-produced by the BBC
and The Open University in the UK,
is halfway through its ambitious 20-year
mission of tracking the development of 25 children since birth. One of Executive
Producer Tessa Livingstone’s studies has found that the more children played, the
more they laughed, especially when outside. In fact, children who played the most
laughed up to 20 times more than others.
As a child psychologist, Livingstone maintains that it is important to get the
balance right between unstructured play and the high level of structured activity,
such as music, drama and language classes, which take up so much of the modern
child’s time. Children who are allowed to play and explore outside are likely to
be more adventurous, self-motivated and better able to understand risk when they
grow up, according to Livingstone.
Her research team found the amount of time children are allowed to roam out
of their parents’ sight has dropped by 90 percent over the past 20 years. “This is an
extraordinary change and it says a lot about our fear of modern life, pedophilia,
etc. Children learn two things from this: Strangers are fearsome and dangerous,
and it’s dangerous to go outside,” she explains. She also notes other research indicating that children are probably safer from stranger danger when playing outside
with other children than when playing online alone.
THE MYSTERY
OF ATTRACTION
T
urns out it’s true that when
it comes to choosing a mate,
women are as complicated
as men claim they are, say
psychologists who have
tested how women evaluate
a man’s facial attractiveness.
They discovered specifics
of masculine appeal on two
levels—a sexual level based on
individual features like jawbone,
cheekbone and lips; and a
nonsexual level based on overall
attractiveness or aesthetics.
The Penn State psychologists showed 50 female college
students images of a variety of
male faces, some of which were
split horizontally with upper and
lower halves shifted in opposite directions, and then asked
them to rate what they saw as
both hypothetical dates and
hypothetical lab partners. Most
women chose the whole faces as
lab partners and the male split
faces as dates.
It appears that seeing a
man’s whole face enabled the
women to evaluate him more
on a nonsexual basis. When the
face was split, their way of processing a male face was based
on a purely sexual perspective.
The study concluded that, for
women, while attractiveness
appears to be perceived on the
whole, they find sexiness can
exist in parts of a potential
mate’s face.
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WILD ATTRACTION
A Conversation with Paul and Patty Richards
ealthy energy habits, applied to
gender awareness, result in extraordinary relationships, say Paul and
Patty Richards, whose 59 “Energetic
Facts of Life” emanate from their own
experience. They call for the intelligent
harmonizing of masculine and feminine energies in intimate relationship
as pivotal to humanity’s survival. Read
more online.
H
GREEN and BEAR IT
Wry Meditations on Going Green
E
veryone is talking about “going green”
as a way to save precious resources,
not to mention creating a healthier environment and healthier economy. However, we all know that making lifestyle
changes can be challenging, even when
we have the best intentions. In seeking
advice on this key issue, Natural Awakenings went seeking for a spiritual being
whose mind is deeper than Deepak’s and
whose heart is roomier than Rumi’s, a
true avatar for our age: Swami Beyondananda. Read more online.
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WHY A SMILE IS MORE THAN A SMILE
R
omantics everywhere may be happy to hear why the
adage, “Smile and the whole world smiles with you,”
holds true—at least according to a psychological study which
proved just seeing a smile activates the muscles in our face
that make that expression, even if we’re unaware of it. The
psychologists further discovered that positive emotion words,
such as “laugh” or “funny,” also influence our facial muscle
activity, as well as our judgement.
In the experiment, volunteers were subliminally shown
emotion verbs and adjectives while watching cartoons. Half of the participants held
a pen to their lips to prevent them from smiling, while the remaining group did not
have their facial muscles blocked. The results revealed that volunteers found cartoons to be funnier when they were preceded by smiling-related verbs rather than
frowning-related verbs. More, those who had been free to smile while watching the
cartoons judged them more positively.
Source: Association for Psychological Science, 2009
A Crush on Garlic
W
hen it comes to protecting heart health, freshly
crushed garlic works better than garlic supplements
or dried garlic. New research published by the American Chemical Society explains
that the heart-healthy effects of raw, crushed garlic result from hydrogen sulfide, a
chemical that forms when fresh garlic is cut or smashed; when eaten, the hydrogen
sulfide relaxes blood vessels, allowing for better flowing of blood to the heart.
New Clue to Love at First Sight
L
eave it to genetics (and pairs of fruit flies) to
answer a question that has perplexed humanity
since the dawn of science. An American and
Australian research team has found that, before
mating, female fruit flies experience a biochemical
state that amounts to “genetic priming,” making
them more likely to mate with certain males over
others—research that sheds a bit more light on the
complexities of mating and reproduction.
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CHOCOLATE CALMS EMOTIONS
Chocolate can indeed assuage emotional stress, according to a new clinical trial. Researchers reporting to the
American Chemical Society found that “highly stressed”
volunteers, eating about an ounce-and-a-half (about 40
grams) of dark chocolate a day for two weeks, experienced
reduced levels of stress hormones. The chocolate even
partially corrected other stress-related biochemical imbalances by modifying metabolism.
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H
ave you ever wondered why you can’t eat certain
foods without feeling the uninvited repercussions?
What is it about strawberries that make the skin dry
and patchy? Or, how come cheeseburgers upset the
stomach? Why does dairy irritate the sinuses? The answer
is simple: food allergies. Many often interpret the term
“food allergy,” as a negative reaction to food that causes
angio-edema, unexplainable hives, or anaphylactic shock.
However, these are the symptoms of a severe allergic
reaction. It is common for many people to experience
physical or digestive reactions to food, which are referred
to as food sensitivities.
Food sensitivities result from the body being unable
to properly metabolize or assimilate specific foods
or nutrients. When this happens the food consumed
remains undigested and becomes toxic to the body
causing physical symptoms to arise. Some of the most
recognizable signs of food allergies are: migraine, eczema,
sinusitis, indigestion, bloating and gastrointestinal upset.
Often times, foods that are considered healthiest for
the body nutritionally are also the foods which provoke
allergic reactions. Among the most common food
sensitivities are dairy, sugars, gluten, citrus, proteins,
fish, nuts and foods from the nightshade family (tomato,
eggplant, onion, garlic, etc).
A safe, natural and effective way to relieve these
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through the use acupuncture and applied kinesiology. This
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many cases, permanently eliminate the symptoms caused
by food allergies in infants through adults.
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L
omi Lomi is an ancient
massage technique that
originated in Hawaii. It is
based on the philosophy
that every one of us seeks to
love and be loved. It is also
founded on the belief that
all living things seek to be
in balance and harmony with their surroundings. Much more
than a massage, Lomi Lomi is done with prayer and intention.
During a session the practitioner holds sacred space for their
client, enlisting the help of a higher power or vibration to
loosen blocked energy and move it out of the body. Lomi Lomi
is the bringing of light into the body and the expansion of one’s
inner essence through the cells. It brings about rejuvenation of
the spirit and helps us to move forward in our lives.
While there are many types of Lomi Lomi, the most
common are Big Island or Auntie Margaret Style and Temple,
also known as Sacred style. Whatever the style, Lomi Lomi is
a beautiful blend of energy work and massage. It helps to heal
not only the body but the mind and spirit as well.
During Lomi Lomi massage the practitioner uses flowing
strokes together with gentle rocking, compression and
stretching to create a nurturing experience for the client. A
session can be done fully clothed but is often done with only
a towel to cover the body. This minimal draping technique
helps the therapist to perform long strokes and work on, under
and across the body at the same time. This unpredictable flow
assists the client in letting go and enables them to fall into a
receptive healing state. Practitioners may use their forearms,
elbows, palms and even knees and feet.
Karen Stresau is a licensed massage therapist specializing
in Lomi Lomi, Brennan Healing Science Practitioner and
Herbalist. She has studied both the Big Island and Sacred
styles of Lomi Lomi. Her office is located at 700 E. Lincoln
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Carry laughter
with you
wherever you go.
~Hugh Sidey
February 2010
15
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News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work
together in building a healthier, stronger society that
works for all. February 2 is World Wetlands Day.
Happiness Index
Social Progress a New Standard of National Wealth
French President Nicolas Sarkozy is encouraging countries to join in a “great revolution” in the way growth is tracked. Two Nobel economists recently completed a
report recommending a shift from measuring progress solely based on a nation’s
gross domestic product to accounting for the society’s well-being and sustainability. In effect, Sarkozy thinks that any government’s primary objective should be the
greatest happiness of its citizens.
According to a World Values Survey by the University of Michigan Institute of
Social Research, between 1981 and 2007, happiness and general life satisfaction
has risen substantially in 40 of 52 countries tracked.
Democratization and rising social tolerance are primarily
responsible, followed by economic growth. “The
results clearly show that the happiest societies are
those that allow people the freedom to choose how
to live their lives,” says survey director Ronald
Inglehart.
Rising happiness and well-being are most
notable in India, Ireland, Mexico, Puerto Rico
and South Korea, with recent spikes in excommunist countries, as well as Nigeria
and Turkey. In 2007, Denmark ranked
as the happiest nation, with the
United States 16th.
Family Solidarity
America Sees Decline in Divorce Rate
“Many couples may be rediscovering the longstanding sociological truth that marriage is one
of society’s best social insurance plans,” says
W. Bradford Wilcox, a sociology professor and
director of the National Marriage Project at the
University of Virginia. According to U.S. Census
Bureau data, the number of divorces among
women, which had risen to 17.5 per 1,000 in
2007, fell 4 percent in 2008.
Some couples may be staying together only
temporarily, due to tightened resources and the support provided by a spouse and
extended family members; but others may be appreciating anew why they got
married in the first place. The recession reminds them that marriage can be more
than an emotional relationship, notes the report. It is also an economic partnership
and social safety net.
Source: The Christian Science Monitor
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Thrill Ride
Virtual Theme
Park Draws upon
Schoolroom Skills
Disney World’s “Sum of all
Thrills” personalizes the Epcot
experience by allowing kids
to dream up their own theme
park attraction. The do-ityourself, interactive approach
hands users a touch-screen
computer tablet and gives
them free reign to sketch a
bobsled track, roller coaster
ride or airplane journey, and
then take a virtual spin on
their creation. It’s the latest
example of a next-generation
trend in amusement park,
zoo and museum attractions
geared to youngsters adept at
video games.
If a kid tries to build
something physically impossible, they’re asked to retool
their ideas. “Our aim is to
show kids how math and
engineering make the things
they care about really come
to life and happen,” explains
Kristin Hilf, a spokesperson
for Raytheon, the ride’s corporate sponsor.
Long Weekends
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Four-Day Work Week Produces
Multiple Bonuses
Social Networking Trend
Achieves Takeoff
Utah’s public sector is leading a change
to a four-day work week, watched
closely by other states interested in
realizing comparable savings in energy
costs for employers and gasoline
costs for commuters. The first year’s
13 percent savings in government
building energy use and associated
12,000-metric-ton reduction in
greenhouse-gas emissions will help the
state reach its goal of a 20 percent drop
in energy usage by 2015. But that’s only
half the story.
Managers report rises in productivity
among Utah’s 18,000 state workers as
a result of their new four, 10-hour days,
to the tune of 9 percent less time off,
according to Mike Hansen, strategic planning manager in the Governor’s
Office of Planning & Budget. The extended days generally make it easier for
customers to access services in the evenings. At the Department of Motorized
Vehicles, lines have disappeared, although they’ve determined that it’s best
for the department to also keep Friday hours.
Approval ratings for the four-day work week are high, at 82 percent among
state employees and 60 percent among the general public. El Paso, Texas,
and Melbourne Beach, Florida, have already made the switch, as well.
Permanent three-day weekends may not be far behind.
The Pew
Internet &
American
Life Project
reports that
19 percent
of Internet
users now
say they
use Twitter
or another
service
to share
updates
about themselves or to see updates
about others. That’s a significant increase
over a year earlier, when only 11
percent said the same. Three groups
are mainly responsible for driving the
growth: social network website users,
those who connect to the Internet via
mobile devices and Internet users under
age 44.
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Source: PewInternet.org, 2009
inspiration
Seven Life Tools
How to Stay Lighthearted in Challenging Times
by Kari Joys
Starlight Traveler
Dreams of Sailing
Through Space
The National Aeronautics and Space
Administration has announced that
the Planetary Society, founded by
scientist and author Carl Sagan, is
set to build and fly a series of solarsail spacecraft, dubbed LightSails,
first in orbit around Earth and then
into deeper space, in the next three
years. The beauty of LightSails is
that they are powered by sunshine,
which carries both energy and
momentum; unlike rocket fuel, this
gentle force fires continuously.
Over time, a big enough sail,
perhaps a mile on each side,
could reach speeds of hundreds
of thousands of miles an hour, fast
enough to traverse the solar system
in five years. Riding the beam
from a powerful laser, a sail could
even make the journey to another
star system in 100 years, a human
lifespan.
Dr. Louis Friedman, director of
the Planetary Society, a worldwide
organization of space enthusiasts,
says eventual passengers will likely
be robots or human genomes
encoded on a chip, due to the need
to keep the craft light, like a giant
cosmic kite. In principle, it could
tack like a sailboat. Japan is already
testing solar sails deployed from
satellites or rockets, although none
are traveling anywhere yet.
These are visions for the long
haul, advises Freeman Dyson of
the Institute for Advanced Study in
Princeton, New Jersey. He remarks:
“Think centuries or millennia, not
decades.”
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I
n today’s tough economic times,
many people are facing very
difficult life situations. Mounting
uncertainties seem to permeate the
atmosphere of thought because so
many have already lost their
jobs and their homes. It’s not
easy to stay cool, calm and
collected when you don’t know
what to expect tomorrow.
You may feel that staying
lighthearted is impossible in today’s
world. But in working as a psychotherapist for 30 years, I have found
that, again and again, employing these
seven simple tools enables individuals
to come through the darkness to a more
lighthearted way of living.
1
5
Brainstorm possible solutions
until you find one that feels good
to you. Take some positive action
today towards changing your life for the
better.
Cry the tears that need to be
cried—tears clean the windows
of your soul. If there’s no one to
talk to, write your feelings in a journal
until your body relaxes and you feel a
sense of relief.
Practice showing love to every
person you come in contact with.
Remember that when you give
love, love also comes back to you.
2
Look at the funny side of life and
find things to laugh about. Share
your sense of humor with everyone around you, so that they can laugh
and have fun, too.
See every challenge as an opportunity to grow. Ask for divine
help to face challenges in the best
way possible and to find a positive solution that feels good to you.
3
Choose a new reality. Affirm to
yourself “I’m choosing a new reality.” Then change your negative
thoughts and beliefs about your challenges to positive thoughts and beliefs.
4
Imagine in living color what it
would be like if a total miracle
happened in your life. What you
would see, hear, feel, smell and taste
if, by some miracle, your life took a
definite turn for the better?
6
7
Repeat this process every day until
things get better. Once you get started,
you may want to continue doing it for
the rest of your life.
Spokane psychotherapist Kari Joys
is director of the Center for Creative
Change and the author of Choosing Light-Heartedness. A lighthearted
seminar leader, she is a member of the
American Counseling Association and
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niversally known and
appreciated for their playful,
uninhibited nature, dogs’
penchant for play generally reflects these
creatures’ more or less juvenile minds;
they have been bred to remain much
like their wolf puppy forebears for all of
their lives. It’s part of what makes them
unconditionally loving companions
that like to frolic and do silly things that
make us laugh. Humans tend to equate
such play with a sense of humor.
Charles Darwin may have been
the first scientist to suggest that dogs
have a sense of humor. As part of his
renowned evolutionary studies, Darwin
considered the emotions of animals
and humans, looking for parallels and
similarities. It appeared to him that
dogs do have a sense of humor, which
appears best when they are playing a
sort of emotional add-on to their games.
In the 1872 edition of The Descent of
Man, Darwin writes:
“Dogs show what may be fairly
called a sense of humor, as distinct
from mere play; if a bit of stick or other
such object be thrown to one, he will
often carry it away for a short distance;
and then squatting down with it on the
ground close before him, will wait until
his master comes quite close to take
it away. The dog will then seize it and
rush away in triumph, repeating the
same maneuver, and evidently enjoying
the practical joke.”
The Nobel Prize-winning ethnologist,
Konrad Lorenz, says that it is during
play that dogs actually appear to laugh.
In his book, Man Meets Dog, Lorenz
describes it this way:
“… an invitation to play always
follows; here the slightly opened jaws
which reveal the tongue, and the tilted
angle of the mouth which stretches
almost from ear to ear give a still
stronger impression of laughing. This
‘laughing’ is most often seen in dogs
playing with an adored master and
which become so excited that they
soon start panting.”
While we cannot enter the mind
of a dog to examine the mischievous
machinations of its mental state, it is
possible to determine how playful a
dog is comparatively speaking. Not all
breeds are created equally; some are
definitively more playful than others.
Some seem to have a sense of play
that they cannot suppress, while others
seem to shun play.
Two animal behaviorists from the
University of California-Davis, Dr.
Benjamin Hart, a veterinarian, and
Lynnette Hart, a zoologist, had a group
of experts rank 56 different breeds
of dogs in terms of playfulness. By
playfulness, they mean things like a
willingness to chase balls or Frisbees
and to engage in games like hide-andseek. Those that ranked highest included
the Irish setter, English springer spaniel,
Airedale, golden retriever and poodle.
The bloodhound, bulldog and basset
hound ranked low. Following are the
results of the Harts’ research.
The most playful breeds: Irish setter,
English springer spaniel, miniature
schnauzer, cairn terrier, Airedale terrier,
standard poodle, Shetland sheepdog,
golden retriever, Australian shepherd,
miniature poodle and German
shorthaired pointer.
Above average playfulness: Vizsla, fox
terrier, Labrador retriever, Boston terrier,
Yorkshire terrier, West Highland white
terrier, toy poodle, German shepherd,
silky terrier, Welsh corgi and Shih-Tzu.
Average playfulness: dachshund,
Weimaraner, bichon frise, cocker
spaniel, Scottish terrier, Dalmatian,
boxer, pug, Maltese, beagle, collie and
Brittany spaniel.
Below average playfulness: Norwegian elkhound, Doberman pinscher,
Chesapeake Bay retriever, Siberian
husky, keeshond, Afghan hound, Pomeranian, Lhasa Apso, Newfoundland,
English sheepdog and great Dane.
Least playful breeds: Samoyed,
Chihuahua, Rottweiler, Pekingese,
akita, Alaskan Malamute, Saint Bernard,
basset hound, chow chow, bulldog and
bloodhound.
As many human companions may
attest, playful dogs are sometimes
a mixed blessing. While they are a
joy to people who can handle the
occasional bout of chaos, they may
exasperate those who cannot. For a
person who values peace and quiet, a
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but shuns play, may suit better than
an Irish setter that will try everything
to get his human up and responding
to his overwhelming need to play and
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by Enda Junkins
Laugh More
WHY FEELING TICKLED IS GOOD FOR US
Be aware. When the corners of our mouth turn up
involuntarily and we must swallow unsolicited giggles,
we may be giving way to laughter addiction.
T
he high that we gain when we
laugh until we hold our sides, roll
about on the floor and feel the
tears streaming down our cheeks is addicting. So, what protects us from such
loosey-goosey, nonsensical fun? Only
our own serious, controlled approach
to life, from sex to the family vacation.
Human beings are not born serious.
We begin life fully equipped with an
innate playfulness and the ability to
laugh freely. Sadly, most of us curb our
playfulness and laughter as a sacrifice
to the serious business of adulthood. In
order to keep laughing, we need to be
in a partial state of playfulness, either
consciously or unconsciously. Laughter
therapy is one way to help us ease our
adult seriousness and retrieve that lost
sensation of play.
Laughter is not only fun; it is also
good for us. At last, something good
for us that is also enjoyable. There is no
need for yucky-tasting diet concoctions,
profuse sweating in concentrated
exercise or tough changes for this
particular pursuit of health. All that’s
required is pure, unrestrained, oldfashioned laughter.
Laughter heals the body and eases
painful emotions like anger and
fear (see this month’s Healing Ways
department). It helps us cope with daily
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survival in a pleasant and effective way.
Contrary to common perceptions, in my
20 years as a laughter therapist I have
found that laughter is born of tension,
stress and pain, so most people need
not worry about being able to laugh.
Stress has been called the number one
health problem today; we’ve all got it.
Laughter therapy is about learning to
laugh freely again at the many things
we deal with that aren’t otherwise
funny. Children will play with almost
anything except direct pain. Adults
were intended to do the same. When
we can play with our pain, we
laugh. When we laugh, we shift our
perspective and problems shrink to a
manageable size. We don’t diminish
LAUGH TO:
Relieve stress
Resolve conflict
Enhance communications
Enrich relationships
Have fun
their importance, but we feel less
overwhelmed.
Laughter is warm, bonding and
contagious. It connects with those we
love and with our fellow human beings.
We need to feel good. We need to feel
connected. We need to feel safe. We
need to laugh more.
Anyone can join the laughter
movement. All it takes is a willingness
to risk some loss of control. The timid
may start with a few shy giggles. The
courageous may jump in with deep
belly laughs. A sense of humor is not
required. There’s more than enough
stress to go around, and absurdity
abounds in our daily lives. All we have
to do is believe, let go and clap our
hands, and laughter will live again.
So will we. When we laugh, we feel
deeply, which allows us to live fully.
We can encourage everyday laughter
at home by being playful with our
families. Wear a clown nose when
putting children to bed. Break up
chores by indulging in a pillow fight.
Ease conflict by saying something light
and unexpected. Let hand puppets
help with family communication or say
it with a humorous hat. Life at home
doesn’t have to be serious; it’s far too
important for that.
We can slip laughter into the
workplace with a few lighthearted
windup toys. Play with frustrations by
writing them on shoe soles and walking
on them. Wear a temporary tattoo that
expresses our mood for the day. No one
Laughter is the human
gift for coping and for
survival; ringing, pealing,
roaring, bubbling laughter.
Chuckling. Giggling.
Snickering. Snorting. These
are the sounds of soul-saving
laughter that springs from
our emotional core and helps
us feel better, see things
more clearly and creatively
weigh and use our options.
Laughter helps us roll with
the punches that inevitably
come our way. We unleash
the power of laughter every
time we laugh.
Tips for More Laughter in Life
1. Practice laughing five minutes a day; fake it ‘til you make it.
2. Look for humor around you—on signs, in people’s behavior, on TV, in
newspapers, things others say and the crazy things that happen to you.
Keep a journal.
3. Share your embarrassing moments with others.
4. Learn to play with things that are serious, like work, social issues and
money. You might use word play, silly songs or develop a comical view
of the issue to help you cope.
5. Laugh with others when they laugh.
6. Wear a smile; it puts you closer to laughing.
7. Seek out entertainment that makes you laugh.
8. Amuse yourself with your own sense of humor.
9. Buy and listen daily to a tape of laughter, a laugh box or a laughing toy.
10. Play around with games and mindless toys that make you laugh.
11. Wear hats that make you laugh.
12. Cultivate your innate playfulness.
13. Be creative with fun.
14. Do at least one silly, nonconforming thing each day.
15. Give yourself permission to laugh at anything you need to.
16. Make sure you have fun.
Source: Enda Junkins
need see it. Find ways to celebrate
stress; we might as well enjoy it. We
can practice laughing, so that we can
laugh when we need it most.
Mother Nature laughs. She created
people playful and funny. She also
created laughter. Why, in pursuit of
serious things, have we short-circuited
both our play and our laughter? In our
frenzy to succeed and to have it all, we
have shortened everything. We have
fast food, fast banking, fast fun, fast
shopping, even fast sex. Today, life is a
longer process on a shorter schedule,
and for that, we need lots of laughter.
Our natural laughter is neither fastpaced nor high-tech. It’s not expensive
and it can’t be bought. Others can’t do
it for us. All of us can do it ourselves,
however, because we’re born with it,
and it’s our right to reap all its benefits.
On the off chance that we occasionally find ourselves headed off to “smell
the roses” from a drive-in window, at
least we can laugh at our own folly.
Enda Junkins, known as “The Laughing
Psychotherapist,” is a Licensed Clinical
Social Worker and a Licensed Marriage
and Family Therapist. For information
on her keynote talks, seminars and
workshops, visit LaughterTherapy.com.
Laughter in the Workplace
1. Look for the funny things that always exist, like typos, the funny actions
of coworkers and your own funny behavior.
2. Give projects comical names, like Quasimodo or Thumper.
3. Keep mindless toys on your desk and take short breaks to play with them.
4. Wear a creative hat to express or change your attitude.
5. Use cartoons to help with communication.
6. Play with the idea of stress and learn to celebrate it.
7. Laugh with coworkers for a few minutes for no real reason at all.
8. Under your clothes, wear a T-shirt with a saying that lightens you up.
9. Find playful ways to ease conflict with coworkers. For example: Employ
toys that diffuse conflict; develop lightly humorous things to think or say;
or use comical visualizations that help you keep perspective.
10. Exaggerate and play with the issues that annoy you most.
11. Incorporate elements of a game into your work. For example: Give yourself a prize for completing a project; divide the project into a football
field and see each stage of completion as a first down; give yourself a
cheer; or develop a ritualized, playful way of turning on your computer.
12. Laugh for five minutes on the way to work.
13. Wear lighthearted, temporary tattoos that serve as handy reminders.
14. Wear a fun tie, scarf or other piece of clothing that makes you feel good
and playful. If it is a serious day or a big meeting and outer attire must
match accordingly, wear fun underwear.
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Ways to Fun-up
Relationships
1. Smile at each other when you first wake up.
2. Exaggerate your affection for each other. Make
everything bigger than it is and add a dash of silliness. For example: Holler “I love you;” speak of
your undying love in terms the universe; or romantically describe each other’s eyes with over-the-top
comparisons, such as blue as the deep blue sea,
green as a rajah’s emeralds.
3. Laugh together at the funny things seen and experienced on a daily basis.
4. Go on a spur-of-the-moment picnic.
5. Dance together in the living room, in the parking
lot, on the street or in the mall.
6. Read to each other before you go to sleep at night.
7. Cuddle up together on the couch when you watch TV.
8. Find some time during the day to enjoy a long
passionate, romantic kiss.
9. Walk together holding hands, and swing those hands.
10. Share at least one bit of humor each day.
11. Tell each other the good things about one another.
12. Make a special time each day to laugh and talk for
just the two of you.
13. Practice hanging out together over a cup of coffee
or glass of wine.
14. Develop lots of different, playful ways to say, “I love
you.” You might, for instance, use different accents
or languages; make a banner for the living room;
create a card; or write it on the mirror in lipstick.
15. Use your imagination to develop playful greetings
for each other, like a dramatic hug, enthusiastic joy
at seeing each other and overdone messages about
missing each other.
“Social psychology research shows that
children laugh, on average, 150 times a
day; adults, only six times a day. During an
average day, a child will smile 400 times; an
adult no more than 15 times.”
~ Robert Holden, Ph.D., founder of The Happiness
Project, in Living Wonderfully
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aughter predates the development
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“One of the unique characteristics
of mammals is that we play,” advises
Dacher Keltner, a psychology professor
at the University of California, Berkeley,
and author of Born to Be Good: The
Science of a Meaningful Life. Nearly all
social mammals tickle one another, and
emit pleased, laugh-like pants, chirps or
grunts when tumbling about in playful
situations. He explains that, “As you get
more complicated in the mammalian
structure, you have a greater vocabulary
of play, including laughter.”
When apes play, they roughhouse,
tickle and laugh. Chimpanzees pant
with delight in response to pratfalls.
Robert Provine, a neuroscientist
at the University of Maryland, in
Baltimore, who is studying laughter
for insights into the biology of social
behavior, maintains that laughter is a
kind of evolutionary link between all
mammals. He remarks, “If you tickle
a rat, it laughs; we just can’t hear
it.” (Listen in at OdeMagazine.com/
laughingrats.) On the other hand, no
matter how much you tickle a lizard, it
won’t guffaw, chuckle or purr.
Among Provine’s more startling
findings is the fact that only 10 to 15
percent of laughter follows a humorous
statement or situation. Most laughs
follow utterly banal comments, like,
“See you later” or “I think I’m done.”
As Provine and others observe, “The
essential ingredient for laughter is not
a joke, but another person,” making
laughter primarily a social lubricant.
Laughter is 30 times more likely to
occur in group situations than on solitary
occasions, and Provine’s research reveals tantalizing insights into the way it
structures our daily interactions: Speakers laugh more than listeners; women
laugh more than men; laughter punctuates our phrases, but doesn’t interrupt
them; and laughter is contagious.
During an episode of laughter,
we can signal appreciation and
understanding of others. Perhaps more
importantly, says Provine, we share a
mental and acoustic space.
“Laughter puts us into side-by-side
existence in this playful realm,” says
Keltner. “It signals a shared understanding of the world, so it’s foundational
to interdependence and intimacy and
like-mindedness.” In short, laughter is
the glue that holds people together, a
bridge between our self and others.
“Our relationships,” concludes
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Yoga
LAUGHTER
Exercises
Catalyst for Laughing Alone
by Dr. Madan Kataria
T
laughter, you can bring about a change
he slogan of all laughter clubs
in your overall emotional expression.
is, “Fake it ‘til you make it.” This
It helps to keep the following points in
is based on a scientific fact that
mind while doing laughter yoga exercises:
even if you are faking it, the body
 The purpose is to prolong the
cannot differentiate between real and
exhalation, in order to empty the
make-believe emotions. This is how
lungs completely. This will help
laughter exercises convert artificial
you to inhale deeply and get more
laughter into bouts of real laughter. It
oxygen flowing into the body. While
hinges on coming to genuinely laugh at
doing laughter exercises, try to keep
hearing the absurd, silly sounds of your
laughing until you run out of breath,
own voice.
removing residual air from the lungs.
The fun starts with ha-ha-ha, he-he Keep your chin up; it becomes
he, ho-ho-ho, as you play with laughter
much easier to laugh if you are
exercises to discover what amuses you.
looking upwards. It also makes
Initially, faking laughter may seem awkthe respiratory tract straight and
ward, but with practice, your body will
facilitates the flow of air.
become conditioned, and the moment
you start faking, it will quickly turn into
the real thing.
Fake it
Laughter yoga employs a
‘til you
voice reinforcement technique
based on the natural sounds of make it.
laughter. As children, we shout
and scream to express ourselves fully, but as adults we have been
conditioned to control the pitch and
tone of our voice to the point where
we are unable to express our feelings to the fullest. The freedom and
expression of the voice affects the
freedom of emotions in the mind,
and vice versa.
Everyone has a distinct signature of laughter that continually
changes, according to our state
of our mind and personality type.
Given the natural feedback between body and mind, by opening
up your voice to the sounds of
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 Spreading your arms out and looking up creates happy body language.
Because of the body-mind link, a
happy posture facilitates the release
of happy chemicals in the brain.
Voice Reinforcement
Voice reinforcement techniques help
to bring laughter more easily. Start by
taking a long breath and start saying
haaaa-haaaa-haaaa-haaaaa-haaaa
five to seven times. Then, try to laugh
and keep laughing until you completely run out of breath. Another
approach is to use the vowel sound
Aeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee, and prolong
it while raising your arms over your
head. With your chin up, laugh haha-ha-ha. Repeat the technique, using
Aaaaaaaaa and Oooooooo. Do each
five to six times and take a few deep
breaths in-between.
Voice reinforcement techniques are
best performed while standing, but you
can also do them while lying down.
Some people find that bringing their
knees towards their chest helps to expel
the residual air more easily.
Breath Holding Technique
The way to employ the breath- holding technique is to take a long breath,
raise your arms over your head and
hold your breath, while stretching the
spine backwards. As you try to continue to hold the breath a little longer, you
will burst out laughing. The position
builds up pressure inside the lungs and
facilitates laughter; gradually, the brain
develops a new connection between
breathing, stretching and holding the
breath and laughter, and it becomes a
conditioned reflex.
Another variation is to keep your
eyes closed and take a long breath.
Hold it as long as possible, avoiding
the urge to laugh. The anticipation of
laughter is what prompts real outbursts
of laughing. In the beginning, do it
deliberately or pretend to laugh; soon,
you will experience the real feelings
and laughter will be spontaneous.
One Meter Laughter
Stand or sit to perform one meter
laughter. If standing, place your feet
a little apart and position both your
hands to the far left. Then, slide one
arm over the other and stretch it to the
opposite shoulder, as if measuring a
one-meter piece of fabric. Note these
three stages: first, touch the elbow
while sliding; second, reach the opposite shoulder; finally, stretch out both
arms to either side, push your chin
up, open your mouth a bit wider and
laugh heartily.
This technique, which opens the
diaphragm, allows laughter to flow
easily straight from the belly. It has a
cathartic effect as you release pent-up
emotions and experience a sense of
joy and freedom.
Aloooha Laughter
Derived from the traditional Hawaiian
greeting, Aloooha laughter stimulates
brain and body as it facilitates circulation
and blood supply. It is ideally performed
in the morning in bed, upon waking.
Sit up on your knees and place some
cushions in front of you. Raise your
arms, push up your chin and start saying
a prolonged Aloooooo in a crescendo.
End it by saying a loud haaa and laugh
heartily. Bend down as you do this to
dig your head into the cushions; carry
on and don’t stop if you’re enjoying it.
As you dig into the cushions, you can
also cover your head with your arms as
you continue to laugh. This encourages
the flow of air and can feel stimulating. Many people even move towards
longer, hysterical laughing to experience
a total feeling of release and well-being.
Holding Your Knees
Laughter
This last exercise helps facilitate the
upward movement of the diaphragm by
pressing in on the abdominal muscles.
It, too, helps improve circulation and
stimulates blood flow to the brain. It
involves simple steps of pulling in the
knees and releasing them as you exhale
and inhale.
 Lie on your back, hold your knees
together with both your hands and
slowly bring them closer to your chest.
 While doing this, push your chin
upwards and keep your mouth a little
open and exhale. This straightens the
respiratory tract and allows a freer
flow of air.
 Now, release your knees and inhale
while taking in deep breaths.
As you bring your knees closer and
push your chin upwards, use the sound
reinforcement techniques of laughter.
Say a prolonged haaaaaaa in a cre-
scendo and then start laughing. Take a
few deep breaths in-between spells of
laughter. While laughing, you can open
or close your eyes, depending on what
makes you comfortable and helps keep
you laughing.
Childlike giggling is another great
way of breaking into truly tickled
laughter.
Dr. Madan Kataria is the founder of
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KEEP KIDS SINGING
COMFORT, PLAY, TEACH
by Jacqui DeBique
S
inging to children
helps promote
their development,
so go ahead and give
a “moo moo” here and
a “moo moo” there; do the
hokey pokey and turn yourself
around. When it comes to
children’s songs, it turns out that this
really is what it’s all about—simple,
silly lyrics that are fun to sing over and
over again, with little more to them
than that.
Parents and kids love singing songs
like Old MacDonald’s Farm and acting
out The Hokey Pokey together. Making
music and movement a regular part
of our children’s lives supports their
growth in joyful ways and brings beauty
into their days.
According to the parenting and
child development experts at Invest
in Kids, Canada (InvestInKids.ca),
a national charity aimed at helping
parents improve their parenting skills,
traditional classics sung routinely
with our kids can have tremendous
benefits. Invest in Kids’ thorough,
research-based approach to parenting
specifically aims to transform everyday
parent-child routines and activities like
singing favorite songs into teachable
moments that actively support a
child’s healthy social, emotional and
intellectual development. Its positive
approach to “opening a world of
possibilities” is called Comfort, Play &
Teach. Here’s how, illustrated via Old
MacDonald’s Farm:
Comfort
If you do this: Repeat the song several
times, each time encouraging the child
to say the name of a farm animal that
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animals that the child may
be less familiar with. If he
doesn’t know the animal’s
sound, demonstrate the sound for him,
or he can invent one.
Your child will: Build his imaginative
skills as he tries to make these new
sounds and pretends to be various farm
animals. Toddlers are especially eager
to try new things and love to pretend.
Teach
If you do this: Use a picture book about
farm animals or puppets to make an
activity visual and tactile. This supports
a child with little prior experience with
farm animals.
she knows
and make each animal’s
unique sound (e.g., baa, cluck,
oink, quack, woof-woof or gobble).
Your child will: Feel increasingly
confident as you pay special attention
to her when singing this familiar song.
Older babies, who are now using 10
to 20 words, will proudly demonstrate
what they know about animals and the
sounds they make.
Play
If you do this: Suggest different farm
Your child will: Expand her vocabulary
and build understanding of how farm
animals differ from pets or jungle
animals. Once a preschooler is
speaking in complete sentences, she is
likely to adore stories and will sit for
longer periods as you read to her.
Songs like this one also can be used
to build social skills. For instance, a
group of young participants can take
turns in activities and discussions. As
they begin to experiment with sounds,
words, word patterns, rhymes and
rhythms, they also build speaking,
listening and reading skills. Coming
to identify familiar sounds in the
environment encourages development
of thinking and problem-solving skills,
as well.
So, before you fade, deciding one
more chorus of a favorite tune is one
too many, remember, there’s more to
the exercise than meets the E-I-E-I-O.
consciouseating
“L
Good Humor
with homemade syrup; or
ife is uncertain.
a chocolate chip cookie
Eat dessert
you break apart like peanut
first,” counseled
brittle. (See accompanying
writer Ernestine Ulmer in her now
recipes.)
famous bon mot.
Maybe what brings out
What is it about desserts that
our inner smile is the story
can bring a smile to even the
by Judith Fertig
associated with a treat.
grumpiest adult? Woody Allen
Perhaps it’s a baked apple
has even compared
Grandma used to make
comedy to dessert,
when you and your
commenting that it is
cousins visited her
“a bit like meringue.”
and managed to
Desserts are meant
get into all kinds of
to be lighthearted. The
scrapes. Most of us
very word, after all, is the
admit to having a sweet
exact reverse of stressed.
tooth; chocolate is such a
More than any other
universal craving that it’s a
part of the meal, a favorite
laughable legend.
dessert instantly takes us
As the late humorist
back to treasured moments
Erma Bombeck reminds
in our childhood—to a more
us, “Seize the moment.
uncomplicated time in our
Remember all those
lives—if only momentarily.
women on the Titanic
“Oreo cookies make me
who waved off the
very happy,” confesses
dessert cart.”
columnist Craig Wilson
of USA Today. “I can
“Research tells us
eat a sleeve of them so
Chocolate Crostini
quickly it even embarthat 14 out of any
So simple, yet so good. The final sprinkle of salt makes all
rasses me. Add a glass
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the difference.
of milk, and I’m giddy.”
Dessert encourages
like chocolate.”
Makes 16 crostini.
us to engage our playful
~ Sandra Boynton, author of
One 10-inch baguette
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healingways
Lighten Up!
Humor is FUNdamental to Good Health
by Paul McGhee
W
e all have a natural health and healing system
heart attacks were randomly assigned to either a standard
within our body that is our biological inheritance,
cardiac rehab program or the program plus the viewing of
but which too many of us have forgotten how to
a comedy video, three times a week for a year at the rehab
use. It is our innate sense of humor.
site. During the year, the comedy video group had suffered
Strong scientific evidence in multiple fields of research
fewer additional heart attacks and fewer episodes of cardiac
now supports the view that humor plays a significant role in
arrhythmia. They also had significantly lower blood pressure
sustaining health. Humor’s many benefits to a great extent
than the control group.
hinge on its ability to generate in us positive emotions,
Another recent study in the peer review journal, Heart,
even substituting a positive for a negative state in the
may provide an explanation for humor’s reported boost to
presence of stress. A general agreement in the broad field of
cardiac health. Here, researchers found that watching a
psychoneuroimmunology (studying the interaction between
comedy video significantly increased the diameter of a major
psychological processes and the body’s nervous and immune
artery in the arm (vasodilation), while watching a stress-insystems) is that emotion, and its underlying physical changes
ducing film reduced the diameter of the artery (vasoconstricin the body, is the key to understanding the
tion). This constrictive effect in response to
link between mind and body when it comes
stress is well established, and is known to
to health.
result in increased blood pressure.
Your sense of humor
The earliest modern research on humor
This relaxation effect at the arterial
is one of the most
and health, from the 1980s and 90s, first
level, in response to humor, is consistent
powerful tools you
showed that a good dose of humor works to
with the muscle relaxation effect that
strengthen the immune system and reduce
mounting evidence also associates with
have to make certain
pain. Results of 30 to 40 studies consistently
humor. Muscle relaxation is the key goal
that your daily mood
demonstrate such benefits.
of all stress management techniques,
A common claim for the reduced pain
because it generally leads to the easing
and emotional state
associated with humor and laughter
of psychological tensions. Concurrently,
support good health.
attributes it to the production of endorphins
several studies, published in such journals
(one of the body’s built-in pain reducers), yet
as The Journal of Rheumatology and The
only one study in the past 25 years supports
American Journal of the Medical Sciences,
this notion. The noted reduction in pain may rather be due to
now also have documented a reduced level of stress
the known muscle relaxation effect that results from humor
hormones circulating in the blood of study participants in
and laughter, or to humor’s power to mentally distract us
response to humor.
from the source of pain.
The latest research on the relationship of humor to health,
One exciting new finding is how humor contributes
underway in Japan, is now extending humor’s benefits
to good cardiac health. More than a decade ago, a study
to relief of specific diseases. While less well-established
published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology showed that
than the findings relative to pain and the immune system,
humor is heart-healthy, even if one has already experienced
several humor-related studies published in The Journal of
a heart attack. In the study, patients who had suffered
Rheumatology, Journal of Behavioral Medicine, Journal of
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Psychosomatic Research and The Journal of the American
Medical Association have demonstrated significant
contributions to health or well-being in cases of diabetes,
certain skin sensitivities, arthritis, asthma and even chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (one European study to date).
Many cancer patients claim that their sense of humor has
helped keep them alive, while plenty of evidence points to
humor as a powerful tool in helping cancer patients and
others cope with serious illness and other highly stressful life
circumstances. In one large Norwegian study of individuals
Humor shifts perspective, allowing us to
see situations in a more realistic, less
threatening light. A humorous perspective
creates psychological distance, which can
help us avoid feeling overwhelmed.
diagnosed with cancer, those with a stronger sense of humor
(as measured by a standardized sense-of-humor test) also
had a 70 percent higher survival rate than others over the
following seven years.
Finally, it’s interesting to note that in healthy individuals,
watching a one-hour humorous video also increases the
number and activity of the natural killer cells that seek out
and destroy tumor cells and also help fight off the latest cold
and flu viruses and other foreign organisms.
While humor and laughter are not a substitute for a physician’s or practitioner’s care, findings show that they do help.
A developed sense of humor, let loose to play, assures that our
body and mind, supported by positive emotions, are at work
on our behalf, helping to sustain good health and wellness.
Paul McGhee, Ph.D., president of The Laughter Remedy, in
Wilmington, DE, is internationally known for his own humor
research; for supporting references and detailed discussion
of humor/health issues, see Humor: The Lighter Path to
Resilience and Health, released this month via AuthorHouse.
com. Also visit LaughterRemedy.com.
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Two Free Presentations – 2-4pm. Come hear two,
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9 Munay-Ki Rites of Passage – 7 -10pm.Classes began on January 19 but you can still join in and make up
the Rites you have missed. Embark on a new path of
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Aromatherapy Basics: uses of essential oils and
their applications – 6-8pm. Explore essential oils,
experience their aroma; discuss healing traits on how
they affect the mind, assist functions of the body and
their spiritual vibrational energy. Call for a seat and
refrain from fragrancing previous to the class. Donations accepted. Nature’s Spirit, 405 Florida Avenue,
Cocoa Village. 321-632-1221.
Got Belly Fat? - 7pm. Learn about the different body
types and how supporting your type can help you stop
storing and start burning fat. Discover why counting
calories and hard exercise don’t work for certain body
types. If you are ready to stop hiding behind bulky
clothes and start feeling better and healthier inside &
out, then you won’t want to miss this eye opening,
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Well Within 401 4th Ave Indialantic.
Kirtan - Concert, Chanting & Dance - with Wynne
Paris – 7:30-9:30pm. Wynne Paris will perform
enlightening yoga-inspired music on Sarod, guitar &
percussion, while telling stories, devotional chanting
and singing mantras from eastern spiritual traditions. His unique Yoga-Fusion sound is a beautiful,
heart-opening experience. $10 pre-registered & paid
in advance, or $15 day of event. Aquarian Dreams,
414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. Call to pre-register at
321-729-9495.
WEDNESDAYS FEBRUARY 3-24
Gentle Yoga, Meditation & Healing Gong Class
– 11:30am - 1pm.Please come and join us. You will
need to pre-register for the classes. Call Hari at 865640-6702 or email Hari at [email protected],
to reserve your space. $40 for 4 prepaid classes or
$15 per individual class. Center for Healing Arts, 916
Columbus Ave, Melbourne.865-640-6702.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 6
Level 2 Yoga Workshop – 9:30am-12:30pm. Twenty
new postures taught to advance your practice to the
next level. Go to yogawithbiddy.com for full description of workshop. $35. 625 Hew Haven Ave Henegar
Center Garden Room 125. 321-987-8798.
Opening to Love - Workshop with Robin Krasny
– 11am-2pm. Your Heart is a magnet and draws into
your life’s experiences, people, opportunities and gifts
to further your understanding of Love. In this powerful
class, we amp up, individually and collectively, our
“all good things magnet.” $25. Aquarian Dreams,
414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. Call to pre-register at
321-729-9495.
Crystal Bowl Meditation - with Susan Rizzo –
3-4:30pm. Learn meditation techniques to quiet
the mind and relax the body. Experience the crystal
bowls, toning and a special sound meditation. Donations accepted. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy A1A,
Indialantic. Pre-register at 321-729-9495.
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SATURDAY FEBRUARY 6 &
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 7
Medical Qigong Workshop – 9:30am-5:30pm. Dr.
Wolfgang Luckmann presents Chinese Hand and
Foot Vitaflex Reflexology, Essential Oil Aromatherapy, Medical Qigong Meditation at the Institute
of Colorectal Health and Wellness, 1255 37th St.
Ste B, Vero Beach. CEU credits available. The Vero
Beach Qi-gong Society at 772-569-4090 or www.
TheCloudWalker.com.
MONDAY FEBRUARY 8
Is Your Future Secure? – 7pm. In this economic
environment, job security is a phrase from the past.
Would you like to learn skills to help your family be
self sufficient in your ability to provide: Money to pay
off debts, source of residual income, and more family
time. Seminar held at Goode Chiropractic Center Also
offered February 22 at 7 pm. RSVP 321-987-0668.
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 9
Holistic Heart Health – 7pm. With Dr. Brian Walsh.
Genetics, age and personality are not excuses for
having heart problems. We eat our way into heart
disease; we have to eat our way out. Come learn how
to prevent and reverse heart disease naturally. Free.
CARE Chiropractic & Wellness Center 1938 Dairy
Road, W Melbourne. Call 728-1387 to RSVP.
Creat a Love Potion for Yourself or Whomever Else
You May Desire – 6-8pm. This evening we will put
together blends that come from your heartfelt emotions. Using Bulgarian Rose, two types of Jasmine,
Neroli and more. $33. Nature’s Spirit, 405 Florida
Avenue, Cocoa Village. 321-632-1221.
Shaman’s Community Healing Circle – 6:308:30pm. This is a time when our local Shamanic
Practitioners/Healers gather to provide healing free
to the community. Please come and make an appointment. We will be happy to serve you. Free. Center
for Healing Arts, 916 Columbus Ave, Melbourne.
321-733-7633.
Happy New You - 7pm. Learn how Detox & Purification can increase your energy and immunity, promote
weight loss, improve sleep and digestion. Customized testing helps you know you are taking the right
things to give you great results. Bring family and
friends. Claim your new you now. Limited seating
so RSVP to 321-724-1212. Well Within 401 4th Ave
Indialantic.
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 11
Melbourne Chamber Ribbon Cutting – 11:30 1:30pm. Free. You’re Invited. Melbourne Chamber
Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Come tour
our new office location. Meet Dr. Canuel and staff. For
detailed info www.melbournechiropractor.com. Free.
7331 Canuel Chiropractic & Wellness Center Office
Park Place, Suite 400, Melbourne. 321-751-2333.
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 12
Valentine Couples Getaway & Workshop: 7pm –
Sun 2pm. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of
“Tantric Sex for Busy Couples.” Bring greater joy,
intimacy and passion to your relationship. Discover
Tantra. $595/couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota FL.
1-877-282-4244.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 13
Grand Opening & Health Fair – 1 – 5pm. Free.
You’re invited help us celebrate. Food, fun other local
vendors to help you get healthy 2010. Complimentary
preliminary testing with Surface EMG. Canuel Chiropractic & Wellness Center. 7331 Office Park Place,
Suite 400, Melbourne. 321-751-2333.
Community Kirtan – 7:30-9pm. Kirtan is an ancient
spiritual tradition of call-and-response chants to the
divine. Feel free to bring instruments, drums, and
friends. Chants from all spiritual traditions are encouraged. Donations accepted. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N.
Hwy A1A, Indialantic. Pre-register at 321-729-9495.
New Moon Ceremony – 7:30pm. The lunar energy
will help us manifest what we need in our lives. Bring
a small stick to decorate. Donation appreciated. Center
for Healing Arts, 916 Columbus Ave, Melbourne.
321-733-7633.
MONDAY FEBRUARY 15
Healthy For Life Seminars – 7pm. Learn how to
attain optimal health. Atlas Chiropractic of Brevard,
1751 Sarno Rd., Suite 1, Melbourne. To RSVP for
this event, call 321-987-0668.
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 17 MARCH 17
Beginning Astrology Class – 6-8pm. In this 5 week
course you will learn simple key words and phrases to
understand the planets, houses, zodiac signs and how
they work to make you. $20 per class. The Inspired
Heart 2235 14th Ave Vero Beach. 772-569-2877.
Goddess Empowerment with the Power of Plants
– 6-8pm. Experience Abundance with Lakshmi.
Renew your power and eliminate fear through Lilith
and envision the world of aromatic aromatherapy. We
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create with the Goddess power from within! Febris &
Cupid’s Quiver essential oils on Special this month.
$22. Nature’s Spirit, 405 Florida Avenue, Cocoa Village. 321-632-1221.
Healthy Hormones, Happy You - 7pm. Learn about
common Endocrine Disruptors and how hormones
are related to pain, energy, digestion, sleep, weight
and nearly every function in the body. Come hear
Dr. Sonja and Noel Mountain give you vital insights
into how you can re-hormonize and feel vibrant and
healthy again. Limited seating so RSVP to 321-7241212. Well Within 401 4th Ave Indialantic.
Crystal Bowl Meditation - with Susan Rizzo –
7-8pm. Learn meditation techniques to quiet the mind
and relax the body. Experience the crystal bowls,
toning and a special sound meditation. Donations
accepted. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. Pre-register at 321-729-9495.
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 18
Harmonize Hormones for Household Happiness
– 7pm. Menopause and PMS can cause pain, stress
and emotional turmoil. Why suffer when you can
solve these problems naturally? Dr. Michele Munnich
speaks about women’s health issues. Free. CARE
Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 1938 Dairy Road,
W Melbourne. Call 728-1387 to RSVP.
Knowing is an inside Job “Law of Attraction”
– 7-9pm. In this new movie “Thoughts Become
Things” Mike Dooley shares how by changing your
thoughts, words, and actions in the simplest way you
can create fantastic change in your life. You create
your own Reality. Worksheets and Vision Boards
included. Cost $15pp Presented by Toolbox Journeys
Melbourne Village Community House 192 to Dayton
Blvd. Follow Signs 321-698-4266 or 321-749-8524
www.toolboxjourneys.com.
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 19
Heart Health – The Natural Way – 1pm with Sylvie
Morin, D.O.M., the Jane von Thron Room. If you
suffer from hypertension, angina, congestive heart
failure or coronary attacks, attend this informative
workshop and discover how to strengthen your body
with natural solutions. Cocoa Beach Library 550
Brevard Ave Cocoa Beach 321-868-1104.
Children’s Mandala Meditation Class (for ages
7 - 12) – 4-5pm. Your child will design & create their
own mandala, and learn the meanings of the different
colors. Includes simple meditation techniques for relaxation, healing, and balance. Instructor: Dee Garramone is an artist and retired schoolteacher. $10.00 per
class (materials included). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N.
A Buddhist Perspective on Faith and Finding Our
Sense of Adventure – 7:30-9pm. Elizabeth MattisNamgyel has studied and practiced the Buddhadharma
for 25 years. She delights in wrestling with difficult
and juicy “koans”. Free and open to the public. Unity
Center of Vero Beach 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach.
772-589-4488.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 20 FEBRUARY 21
Journey Class – 10am-5pm. Open to everyone on a
spiritual path. We will explore the lower & upper realms
of non-ordinary reality. Learn to establish a connection with your own power animals or spiritual guides.
$150. Center for Healing Arts, 916 Columbus Ave,
Melbourne. Call 321-733-7633 to reserve your space.
Reiki Level I and II Class – 8:30am-6pm. Learn this
sacred healing art that heals on the spiritual, mental,
emotional, and physical levels to bring balance and
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harmony in our lives. $150 for Reiki I, $200 for Reiki
II. The Inspired Heart 2235 14th Ave Vero Beach.
772-569-2877.
A Buddhist Perspective on Faith: Beyond Blind
Acceptance and Doubt – 9am-4pm. Elizabeth MattisNamgyel has studied and practiced the Buddhadharma
for 25 years under the guidance of her teacher and
husband, Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche. Elizabeth
delights in wrestling with difficult and juicy koans.
$35. Kashi Ashram 11155 Roseland Road, Sebastian.
772-589-4488.
Introduction to Zen Meditation – 10-11:30am. If
you have ever tried to meditate and could not, or were
just curious about the benefits of meditation, this introductory class is for you. Learn about the history and
practice of Zen and how you can easily incorporate a
meditation discipline into your life. $10. Open Mind
Zen Center, 878 Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-676-8067.
Reiki Circle – 11am-12:30pm. Join Reiki practitioners Susan, Doreen and Bill in a Reiki Circle for
healing. We practice traditional Usui Reiki. All Reiki
practitioners are welcome. All those needing healing
are welcome. Donations accepted. Aquarian Dreams,
414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
Taoist Self-Healing & Energy Meditation Workshop – 1:30-3:30pm. Learn powerful techniques for
self-healing that Taoists have used for thousands of
years. Instructor Ted Doras is a certified teacher for
Master Mantak Chia. $15. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N.
Living Food Diet – 2pm. Jason Santini is the owner of
Happy Healthy Human Cafe in Indian Harbour Beach.
He will discuss a ‘living food’ diet. What exactly
is a raw food diet? What are the benefits of ‘living
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foods? The Healthy Planet of Brevard will provide ‘living food’ items for tasting. Cocoa Beach Public Library,
550 N. Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach. 321-868-1104.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 20 &
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21
‘Journey Class – 10am-5pm. Open to everyone on a
spiritual path. We will explore the lower & upper realms
of non-ordinary reality. Learn to establish a connection
with your own power animals or spiritual guides. $150.
Center for Healing Arts, 916 Columbus Ave, Melbourne.
321-733-7633 Call to Reserve Your Space.
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Adult Stem Cell Lecture – 6-8pm. Learn how your own
adult stem cells heal your body naturally by one of the
world’s leading authorities and renowned Iridologist, Dr.
Ron Logan. Free. Appleseed Heath Food Store, 1007
Pathfinder Way, Rockledge. 321-631-1444.
Reiki
Classes
Overcome Stress and Fatigue Naturally – 7pm. With
Dr. Brian Walsh. Stressed Out? Has your ‘get up and
go’ got up and went? Learn why stress is the root of
all disease, how to “stress less”, and natural ways to
combat the effects of stress. Free. CARE Chiropractic
& Wellness Center, 1938 Dairy Road, W. Melbourne.
Call 728-1387 to RSVP.
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Adult Stem Cell Lecture – 6-8pm. Learn how your own
adult stem cells heal your body naturally by one of the
world’s leading authorities and renowned Iridologist, Dr.
Ron Logan. Free. The Herb Corner, 277 N. Babcock St.,
Melbourne. 321-757-7522.
2235 14th Ave. • Downtown Vero Beach
Online Store: www.theinspiredheart.com
Shea Butter Skin Care – 6-8pm. Winter requires extra
moisturizing for most. We will discuss skin care featuring Shea Butter, a remarkable emollient. $22 includes
select blends. Nature’s Spirit, 405 Florida Avenue, Cocoa
Village. 321-632-1221.
Tired Of Insomnia? - 7pm. Having trouble getting to
sleep, staying asleep, or awaken feeling like you never
slept? Then join us to learn some of the underlying
causes of poor sleep, how hormones affect sleep, why
sleep problems can make you gain weight and cause
other serious health problems. Ready to start getting
some good ZZZZZsss? Call to reserve your seat now.
321-724-1212. Well Within 401 4th Ave Indialantic.
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 26
Adult Stem Cell Lecture – 1 - 4pm. Free. World
renowned Iridologist and one of the leading stem cell
authorities Dr. Ron Logan will explain the details about
the body’s natural healing abilities with adult stem cells.
Veteran’s Memorial Center, 400 South Sykes Creek
Pkwy, Merritt Island. 321-432-0174.
Couples Beach Getaway & Workshop – 7pm – Sun
2pm. Transform your relationship into a love affair.
Deepen intimacy and passion. Discover Tantra. $595/
couple. Richard & Diana Daffner, Siesta Key Beach,
Sarasota. 1-877-282-4244.
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 26 –
FRIDAY MARCH 5
Guided Juice Fast – Appleseed Health Foods will be
offering a structured, educational support program for
those wanting to “clean house” for 7, 5, or 3 days. You
will learn the benefits and types of fasting, how to make
lifestyle and eating habit changes, and how to prioritize
your health. Included is a 20-item fasting package, fresh
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Native American Teachings: “Ceremony” – 11am12:30pm. Bonnie Eagle Wind will talk about ‘ceremony’
and it’s relation to our everyday life. The challenge it puts
before for us in our life to live in harmony with everyone
we encounter along with earth mother who provides everything we need. Donations accepted. Aquarian Dreams,
414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
InterPlay: Let the Fresh Air In – 12:30-4:30pm. Would
you like to unleash the energy that lies within or open
the doors and windows of yourself to let the fresh air
in and ignite creativity? Dip your toes into InterPlay¹s
gentle, incremental forms for the first or umpteenth time
to connect with your authenticity using voice, movement,
personal stories and stillness. All ages and abilities. 238
Peachtree, Cocoa. Suggested offering $20-$40. For more
information, call Kasey at 321-254-2541.
The Medicine Wheel - Workshop with Bruce Orion
– 2-4pm. An enlightening journey around the medicine
wheel. Aligning our spiritual path with the life we are
living is often a transformative experience. Weather
permitting, part of this workshop will take place at the
ocean (across the street from Aquarian Dreams). $20.
Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. Call to
pre-register at 321-729-9495.
Crystal Class Angel/Zodiac Affiliations – 3:30-5:30pm.
Do you know that gemstones have day, month, zodiac
sign, planet, angel, and Native American Zodiac, Celtic/
Druid, and Christian religion affiliations? Come learn
more and have some fun finding out about yourself in this
informative class. Herb Corner, 277 N. Babcock St. Call to
reserve your spot today – space is limited. Pre-registration
suggested. Class Fee: $20. 321-757-7522.
Bikram Yoga
Cosmic Dance & Drum – 8-9:30pm. Express yourself
- Free your spirit - Raise your consciousness. Join our universal gathering of free-form dance to spiritually-uplifting
music.(Drummers welcome. Bring your drums & rattles)
Organizers: Cheri Hart & Dee Garramone. $5. Aquarian
Dreams, 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
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SUNDAY FEBRUARY 28
Full Moon Ceremony – 7:30pm. The lunar energy will
help us release what no longer serves us. Bring a small
stick to decorate and offer to the fire, and a covered dish
to share. Everyone is welcome. Donation appreciated.
Center for Healing Arts, 916 Columbus Ave, Melbourne.
321-733-7633.
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monday
Qi-gong on the Beach – 6:30-7:15am every morning.
South Beach Park, Vero Beach. Evenings Tuesday and
Friday at 6pm. 772-569-4090.
Bikram Yoga on the Island – 7:30am & 9:30am &
4:30pm & 6:30pm. Bikram Yoga is suitable for beginners or advanced yogis. An exercise method that
is clearly defined and easy and practiced in a heated
room. 87 East Merritt Avenue (By Home Depot),
Merritt Island. $15 drop in rate; class packages and
discounts available 321-452-YOGA.
Kripalu (Hatha) Yoga – 8:30am. With certified
instructor, Barbara O’Connor. Release tension while
you calm your mind and strengthen your body. Classes
designed for all levels of fitness. $10/class or $56/8
classes or $105/16 classes. Family Health & Wellness
Center, Cape Canaveral. 321-504-4512.
Moderate Yoga – 8:30-9:45am. Moderate class. Start
your day off by reducing stress and increasing flexibility. $8. Hester Wagner Hall, Melbourne Village.
321-987-8798.
BIGRONS Yoga – 9am & 6pm. A challenging mental
and physical workout for all fitness levels, any age in
100 degree heated room for 100 minutes. Individual
attention given to each student by teachers each with
26 years experience. $10 single class, applied to $100
monthly unlimited rate. BIGRONS Yoga 1024 Hwy
A1A # 146, next to the Cinema. 321-773-3539.
Stroller Buggy Boot Camp – 9-10am. Fitness Classes
for moms and babies in a fun outdoor environment.
Also meets Thursday & Friday. Package rates available. Riverside Park. 772-778-9611.
Pilates with Cory Huggins – 10am thru May 24. $5
per session. Pilates is a series of stretching and strengthening exercises. Bring mat and water. Cocoa Beach
Library 550 Brevard Ave Cocoa Beach 321-868-1104.
Gentle Yoga – 10am. A unique class designed for
people with physical challenges, and especially
good for seniors. This class increases flexibility and
strength. $10. Kashi School of Yoga, 11155 Roseland
Rd, Sebastian. 772-589-1403.
Qi-gong for the Heart and Mind – 10:30am. Roseland Community Center 129th Ave and Bay Street
Sebastian. $8 per class. 772-569-4090.
Moderate Yoga – 5:45-7pm. End your day by releasing stress, toning and increasing your strength
and connect with yourself. $10. 625 New Haven Ave
Henegar Center Garden Room. 321-987-8798.
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Zone Diet for Health – 5:50-6:15pm. Adopt the
Zone Diet for weight management, better health and
longevity. How, why and support. Four classes for
$25. 772-589-6869.
Support Group - 6pm. Are you struggling with stress,
anxiety and/or a mental illness diagnosis? Support
starts here. Come join us at a peer support group every
Monday at 6 pm. at ARC (Abilities Resource Center)
1375 16th Avenue. Near the Vero Beach High school.
For more info please contact Diane, peer to peer
mentor, at 772-332-2014. NAMI (National Alliance
on Mental Illness.
Belly Dancing – 6-7pm. Belly dancing with Jeanette.
$10. Nature’s Spirit, 405 Florida Avenue, Cocoa Village. 321-632-1221.
Kali Natha Yoga – 6pm. Yoga practice suitable for
everyone. Learn to strengthen and create flexibility.
Reduce stress and find balance with yoga. $10. Kashi
School of Yoga, 11155 Roseland Rd, Sebastian. 772589-1403.
Tibetan Meditation Group – 7-8pm. Sitting meditation in the tradition of the Karma Kagyu school of
Tibetan Buddhism. Free. West Melbourne Library,
2755 Wingate Blvd. 321-720-1519.
Bellydance class – 7-9pm. Belly dance class Beginner/fitness- 7-8 Intermediate 8-9. $10-15. Nature’s
Spirit. 321-632-1221.
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tuesday
TUESDAY
Bikram Yoga on the Island – 6am & 9:30am &
4:30pm & 6:30pm. Bikram Yoga is suitable for beginners or advanced yogis. An exercise method that is
clearly defined and easy and practiced in a heated room.
87 East Merritt Avenue (By Home Depot), Merritt
Island. $15 drop in rate; class packages and discounts
available. 321-452-YOGA.
Friday at 6pm. 772-569-4090.
A1A # 146, next to the Cinema. 321-773-3539
Bone Breathing for Joint Health – 10-11am. Vista
Gardens Clubhouse 20 vista Gardens Trail Vero Beach.
$8 per class. 772-560-4090.
Hatha Yoga for Seniors with Emily Hain –
1-1:45pm thru March 30. $4 per 45 minute class.
Learn how yoga can help keep you more healthy and
active. Cocoa Beach Library 550 Brevard Ave Cocoa
Beach 321-868-1104.
Easy Hatha Yoga with Emily Hain – 2 pm thru May
25. Cost is $5. per session. This is a safe, fun, relaxing
and non-competitive class. Bring a towel or a mat and
wear comfortable clothing. Cocoa Beach Library 550
Brevard Ave Cocoa Beach 321-868-1104.
Hatha yoga class – 5:30-6:30pm. Open Hatha yoga
class for all levels of practice. Bring a mat and a smile
and enjoy the stretching and strengthening to the whole
body. $5. Degroodt Library in Palm Bay. 321-693-5023.
Strength and Flexibility Class – 5:30-6:30pm. You
will be amazed at how your overall flexibility &
core, arm & leg strength will come back in just a few
classes. Get into the Fitness Zone. $8. The Malabar
Schoolhouse, 1490 Marie St. Susie at 321-626-0282.
Yoga with Ellen – 5:45-6:45pm. Instructor, Ellen
Cameron, RN, CRRN has been a Yoga Teacher since
1976. A multi-level Hatha Yoga class for beginners
and intermediates. $10 or 10 classes for $75. Aquarian
Dreams, 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
Kripalu (Hatha) Yoga – 6pm. With certified instructor,
Barbara O’Connor. Release tension while you calm
your mind and strengthen your body. Classes designed
for all levels of fitness. $10/class or $75/10 classes2nd family member is half price. McLarty Recreation
Center, Rockledge. 321-504-4512.
Drumming Class led by Fred Goodnight – 6-7:30pm.
Explore basic hand and stick techniques and learn basic
rhythms from Africa, Brazil and urban application. $10.
Nature’s Spirit, 405 Florida Avenue, Cocoa Village.
321-632-1221 or 330-232-1827.
9 Munay-Ki Rites of Passage – 7-10pm. Classes
began on January 19 but you can still join in and make
up the Rites you have missed. Embark on a new path
of enlightenment, increased spirituality and awareness.
Call the Center for more info. $40 per class or $300
Prepaid. Center for Healing Arts, 916 Columbus Ave,
Melbourne. 321-733-7633.
wednesday
WEDNESDAY
Friday at 6pm. 772-569-4090.
A1A # 146, next to the Cinema. 321-773-3539.
T’ai Chi Chu’an with John Lang A.P. – 9am thru
April 28. Cost is $5. T’ai Chi is a unique system of
moving meditation with exercise emphasizing legs
and posture, and meditation of mind and breath. Wear
comfortable clothing and flat soled shoes. Cocoa Beach
Library 550 Brevard Ave Cocoa Beach 321-868-1104.
Mommy and Me, Music and Movement – 9:30am.
For mothers with babies or toddlers – come and join
us for play and fun with a variety of music, instruments and toys. This is a fun hands-on introduction
to the experience of sound and rhythm – it is great for
socialization and brain development. Kashi School of
Yoga, 11155 Roseland Rd, Sebastian. 772-589-1403
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Kripalu (Hatha) Yoga – 8:30am. With certified
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you calm your mind and strengthen your body. Classes
designed for all levels of fitness. $10 for class or $56
for 8 classes or $105 for 16 classes. Family Health
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Kundalini Yoga Class – 8:30-9:45am. Each class
includes postures, breath-work, mantra, deep relaxation and meditation. With Jessica Martin, certified
Kundalini Yoga instructor. $10. Aquarian Dreams, 414
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Qi-gong for Better Breathing – 10:30am. $10 per class.
950 43rd Ave. Unity Center of Vero Beach. 772-569-4090.
Easy Stretch – 11am. If you have always thought that Yoga
is not for you this is the class for you. Perfect for people of
all abilities and for those with physical challenges – you
will begin with easy flowing movements at a very relaxed
rhythm and pace. Kashi School of Yoga, 11155 Roseland
Rd, Sebastian. 772-589-1403.
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Hypnotherapy with Bruce Orion – 11am-6pm. Private
sessions with Certified Hypnotherapist, Bruce Orion, wellknown & respected spiritual teacher from Sedona. Call
for an appointment. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy A1A,
Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
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Hatha Yoga Class – 5:30-6:30pm. Open Hatha yoga class
with all levels welcome. Bring a mat and a smile and enjoy
the benefits of stretching and strengthening the body. $5.
Palm Bay Library. 321-693-5023.
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Yoga with Teren – 5:45-6:45pm. Gentle Hatha Yoga
classes with a focus on healing and meditation. Instructor,
Teren Nichols is a licensed intuitive massage therapist. $10
or 10 classes for $75. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy A1A,
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thursday
THURSDAY
Bikram Yoga on the Island – 6am & 9:30am & 4:30pm &
6:30pm. Bikram Yoga is suitable for beginners or advanced
yogis. An exercise method that is clearly defined and easy
and practiced in a heated room. 87 East Merritt Avenue
(By Home Depot), Merritt Island. $15 drop in rate; class
packages and discounts available. 321-452-YOGA.
Friday at 6pm. 772-569-4090.
Moderate Yoga – 8:30-9:45am. Begin your day stress less
along with toning and increasing your strength. Connect
with yourself. $8. Hester Wagner Hall, Melbourne Village.
321-987-8798.
and physical workout for all fitness levels, any age in 100
degree heated room for 100 minutes. Individual attention
given to each student by teachers each with 26 years experience. $10 single class, applied to $100 monthly unlimited
rate. BIGRONS Yoga 1024 Hwy A1A # 146, next to the
Cinema. 321-773-3539.
Qi-gong for the Heart and Mind – 10am. Roaseland
Community Center 129th Ave and Bay Street Sebastian.
$8 per class. 772-569-4090.
Power Vanyasa Yoga – 5:45-7pm. Power Flow Yoga.
End your day. End your stress. Tone/strenghten Connect
with yourself. $10. 625 New Haven Ave Henegaar Center
Gardern Room. 321-987-8798.
Yoga with Ellen – 5:45-6:45pm. Instructor, Ellen Cameron,
RN, CRRN has been a Yoga Teacher since 1976. A multilevel Hatha Yoga class for beginners and intermediates.
$10 or 10 classes for $75. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy
A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
friday
FRIDAY
Friday at 6pm. 772-569-4090.
4:30pm & 6:30pm. Bikram Yoga is suitable for beginners
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or advanced yogis. An exercise method that is clearly
defined and easy and practiced in a heated room. 87
East Merritt Avenue (By Home Depot), Merritt Island.
$15 drop in rate; class packages and discounts available
321-452-YOGA.
Qigong / Chi Kung – 8-9am. Qigong Form: Poetry of
Personal Harmony. One posture per week plus warmup,
review and Q/A. Donations accepted. Nature’s Spirit, 405
Florida Ave, Cocoa. 321-632-1221.
Kundalini Yoga Class – 8:30-9:45am. Each class includes postures, breath-work, mantra, deep relaxation
and meditation. With Jessica Martin, certified Kundalini
Yoga instructor. $10. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy A1A,
and physical workout for all fitness levels, any age in 100
degree heated room for 100 minutes. Individual attention
given to each student by teachers each with 26 years
experience. $10 single class, applied to $100 monthly
unlimited rate. BIGRONS Yoga 1024 Hwy A1A # 146,
next to the Cinema. 321-773-3539.
Kripalu (Hatha) Yoga – 9am. With certified instructor,
Barbara O’Connor. Release tension while you calm your
mind and strengthen your body. Classes designed for
all levels of fitness. $10 per class or $75 for 10 classes.
Suntree Country Club, Suntree. 321-504-4512.
Bone Breathing for Joint Health – 10-11am. Vista
Gardens Clubhouse 20 vista Gardens Trail Vero Beach.
$8 per class. 772-560-4090.
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IM Learning: Dr. Steve Alukonis, D.C.
Hypnotherapy with Bruce Orion – 11am-6pm. Private
sessions with Certified Hypnotherapist, Bruce Orion,
well-known & respected spiritual teacher from Sedona.
Call for an appointment. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy
299 North Orlando Avenue • Cocoa Beach
saturday
SATURDAY
Friday at 6pm. 772-569-4090.
Bikram Yoga on the Island – 8am, 10am and 4:30pm.
Bikram Yoga is suitable for beginners or advanced yogis.
An exercise method that is clearly defined, easy and practiced in a heated room. 87 East Merritt Avenue (By Home
Depot), Merritt Island. $15 drop in rate; class packages
and discounts available. 321-452-YOGA.
Chi-Gung Class: Transform Stress Into Vitality –
9-9:45am. Use mind, breath & simple movements to
lead chi into your body. With Ted Doras, certified Master
Mantak Chia teacher. $6. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy
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Tai Chi Class: Basic Flowing Tai Chi for Relaxation –
9:45-10:30am. A simple, flowing tai chi form. Instructor
Ted Doras is a certified teacher for Master Mantak Chia.
$6. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic.
321-729-9495.
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Qi-gong for Immune System – 10am. $10 per class or
$30 per month. Vero Beach Hematology Oncology Center981 37th Place Vero Beach. 772-569-4090.
Yoga in the Village –10-11am. Each class is tailored to
the participants. $8 at the door. $6 with 10 session pass.
$60 unlimited. The Zen Room, 631 Brevard Ave. Ste.
C, Cocoa Village. 321-544-8541.
Moderate Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. Strengthen, tone,
release stress, and move your body. Connect with
yourself. $10. 625 New Haven Ave Henegar Center
Garden Room. 321-987-8798.
Hypnotherapy with Bruce Orion – 11am-6pm.
Private sessions with Certified Hypnotherapist, Bruce
Orion, well-known & respected spiritual teacher from
Sedona. Call for an appointment. Aquarian Dreams, 414
N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
Free Yoga Class – 4pm. Learn to strengthen and create
flexibility. Reduce stress and find balance with yoga.
This is our offering of one free weekly yoga class. Join
us for vegetarian dinner at 5pm - cost $10. Kashi School
of Yoga, 11155 Roseland Rd, Sebastian. 772-589-1403.
sunday
SUNDAY
Friday at 6pm. 772-569-4090.
Bikram Yoga on the Island – 8am, 10am and 4:30pm.
Bikram Yoga is suitable for beginners or advanced
yogis. An exercise method that is clearly defined, easy
and practiced in a heated room. 87 East Merritt Avenue
(By Home Depot), Merritt Island. $15 drop in rate; class
packages and discounts available. 321-452-YOGA.
Yoga for Health and Vitality – 9am. This is a Yoga
class which incorporates principles of Ayurveda. Very
specialized stretches and breaths are used to reach optimum health and to increase vitality. This class is for
everyone. $10. Kashi School of Yoga, 11155 Roseland
Rd, Sebastian. 772-589-1403.
Zen Meditation & Dharma Talk – 10am. Join Sensei
Al Rapaport for a 30 minute Zen Meditation session
and Dharma Talk on Zen Spirituality in Everyday Life.
No experience is necessary. Donations accepted. 878
Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-676-8067.
Yoga in the Village –10-11am. Each class is tailored
to the participants. $8 at the door. $6 with 10 session
pass. $60 unlimited. The Zen Room, 631 Brevard Ave.
Ste. C, Cocoa Village. 321-544-8541.
Kundalini Yoga – 10:30am. A practice that can be enjoyed by everyone. As taught by Yogi Bhajan ,Kundalini
Yoga is the Yoga of Awareness. Postures, breaths,
sound and meditation tools to bring all the aspects of the
system together and heal the body. $10. Kashi School
of Yoga, 11155 Roseland Rd, Sebastian. 772-589-1403.
Sunday Celebration – 10:30am-Noon. Looking for
something new? Come celebrate life, love, and diversity
through uplifting music and a positive, inspirational
message by Reverend Suzan Bailey. The New Church
is a Spiritual Community for today. Free. Aquarium
Building #238 Peachtree, Cocoa. 321-961-3615.
Breath Class with Babaji – 3:30pm. A class suitable
for everyone – participants will learn many breathing
and pranayama techniques. This class will teach you
useful tools for everyday exercise and movement.
Donations accepted. Kashi School of Yoga, 11155
Roseland Rd, Sebastian. 772-589-1403.
BIGRONS Yoga – 6pm. A challenging mental and
physical workout for all fitness levels, any age in 100
degree heated room for 100 minutes. Individual attention given to each student by teachers each with 26 years
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THURSDAY MARCH 4 –
SATURDAY MARCH 6
Internationally Renowned
QiGong Master Daisy Lee
teaches in the Hawaiian Islands,
the US, and around the world. She
will be conducting workshops locally.
See our March listings.
THURSDAY MARCH 4
THURSDAY MARCH 18
Susan Drew’s “Sangha Tours” - Meet Susan
in beautiful Bali today to begin an 8-day tour.
Enjoy Bali’s arts, spirituality, natural wonders
and friendly people. Then join her at Cambodia’s
Angkor Temples for an amazing 5-day add-on trip.
Next consider exploring Vietnam with Susan for 9
days, followed by her 7-day return trip to Bhutan
for Paro’s Buddhist festival. Call Susan for prices,
itineraries and mailing list sign-up: 772-567-6202,
[email protected]
Need a Tune Up? Learn EFT and more Techniques – Toolbox Journeys welcomes Dee Loebel, Mechanic for the Brain. Discover the missing
link to vibrant health & happiness. Learn EFT
(Emotional Freedom Therapy), Tap Tappas and
more techniques that erase negative thought patterns and their triggers. Experience a new moment
in science with just your fingertips and balance your
energy system. This is a wonderful technique for
children. Melbourne Village Community House
Cost $15 Contact Kathleen 321-698-4266 or Beverley 321-749-8524 www.toolboxjourneys.com.
Radiant Lotus QiGong for Women - 7-9pm.
Internationally renowned QiGong Master Daisy
Lee will address healthcare needs tailored just for
women. Workshops held at Unity Center, 950 43rd
Ave, Vero Beach. Call The Vero Beach QiGong
Society at 772-569-4090 for details. www.TheCloudWalker.com.
FRIDAY MARCH 5
BEAM Yoga® Teacher Training Program –This
200 hour weekend program runs every weekend
(Easter off) completing on SU, May 9, ’10. The
weekday option program will begin on Monday,
March 8 and complete on May 13.This will be
the last offering by director Linda M. Morse in
this area. Program is Yoga Alliance certified. For
the student who wishes to teach, or to deepen their
personal growth through the study of this age-old
tradition. Cost is $1950. Deposit of $200 secures
your place. Call 321-951-7962 for information or
www.YogaCenterMelbourne.com for application.
Radiant Lotus Qigong – Women only cost $150.
Workshops held at Unity Center, 950 43rd Ave, Vero
Beach. Call The Vero Beach QiGong Society at 772569-4090 for details. www.TheCloudWalker.com
SATURDAY MARCH 6
QiGong for Cleansing with Daisy Lee - 9am-4pm.
Internationally renowned QiGong Master Daisy
Lee will teach this practice for organ cleansing and
strengthening. Workshop Preview & Meet Daisy
Lee on Friday March 6th from 9am-4pm. Workshops
held at Unity Center, 950 43rd Ave, Vero Beach. Call
The Vero Beach QiGong Society at 772-569-4090
for details. www.TheCloudWalker.com
MONDAY MARCH 8FRIDAY MARCH 12
Radiant Lotus Qigong For Women – 9am-4pm.
Previous experience in Qigong required. First time
available in the Nothereastern United States. $900.
Unity Center of Vero Beach 950 43rd Ave Vero
Beach. 772-569-4090. www.thecloudwalker.com.
THURSDAY MARCH 25 &
FRIDAY MARCH 26
Balancing Your Own Health While Caring for
Patients. Whether you care for others as your profession or you need to take better care of yourself,
this workshop is for you. Stress is a condition we
all live with daily. This workshop will explore your
“gut reaction” to stress, and how you can tap into
your chakras and sense of intuition to restore balance. $180 or bring a colleague/friend for $140ea.
(7 days prior to event). CEU’s for Critical-Care
Nurses and Radiology Techs. Visit www.thegoldenlights.com.
FRIDAY MARCH 26 FRIDAY APRIL 2
Guided Juice Fast – Appleseed Health Foods
will be offering a structured, educational support
program for those wanting to “clean house” for 7,
5, or 3 days. You will learn the benefits and types
of fasting, how to make lifestyle and eating habit
changes, and how to prioritize your health. Included
is a 20-item fasting package, fresh vegetable juices,
a book, and a 150 page manual. Class size is limited.
Call 321-631-1444 or visit the store or www.appleseedhealth.com for more information.
SATURDAY MAY 1
8th Annual Healthy Living Expo – 10am-5pm.
$5 admission includes eco-tote to first 500 attendees. Sponsorship & Exhibitor opportunities
available. Hundreds of door prizes, free samples
of products, free tasting of healthy food and beverages, Sample massages, Free chiropractic screenings, Free workshops, jewelry, meditation, green
living, energy treatments , specialty gardening
supplies, organic chocolate & much more. FL Tech
Clemente Center, 150 University Blvd Melbourne.
www.HealthyLivingExpos.com. 321-777-6433.
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ACUPUNCTURE
SUSAN HATHAWAY, PHD, AP
Dong Ye Acupuncture &
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Palm Bay 321-723-3017
Cocoa 321-634-5800
Family practice Traditional Chinese Medicine using Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs. Seeing all
members of the family for pain and much more. Detoxification treatment available. See ad on page 9.
PETER R. HOLYK, M.D.
Chelation plus many Natural Therapies
Contemporary Health Innovations
Sebastian, 772-388-5554
Chelation, anti-aging, natural hormone
replacement, NAET allergy therapy,
nutritional programs and many other
natural therapies to improve the quality
of health and longevity of life. See ad
on back cover.
LAURA VASALLO A.P, L.M.T
Natural Approach Acupuncture &
Massage Center
1101 W. Hibiscus Blvd #105
Melbourne - 321-725-2438
Physical and Emotional treatment for the
whole family. Insurance and car accident
cases accepted. Herbs, Natural Remedies
and Flower Essences.
MM 15764
MEGAN N. WATSON, DOM
80 Fortenberry Rd., Merritt Island
321-453-1345
HealingPointeAcupuncture.com
Dr. Watson is now accepting patients! Located
within First Merritt Chiropractic and Acupuncture
Center, she specializes in pain elimination and stress
management. Mention this ad and receive 20% off
your next appointment!
ALTERNATIVE HEALING
CARE CHIROPRACTIC &
WELLNESS CENTER
Brian P. Walsh, D.C.
Dr. Michele S. Munnich, D.C.
1938 Dairy Road W. Melbourne
321-728-1387
www.drwalshcares.com
Holistic services for the whole family
include Nutrition Response Testing,
Chiropractic Care, free Health Talks,
homeopathics and other natural products. See ad
on page 36.
ACUPUNCTURE, HOMEOPATHY, HERBS
Over 30 years of Experience
Melbourne, 321-751-7001
Arthritis, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Respiratory, Smoking, Stress,
Weight Issues. David Rindge, AP is Pres. Emeritus
of the Florida State Oriental Medical Association.
See ad on page 38.
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CHIROPRACTORS
DR. SONJA MOUNTAIN, D.C.
321-724-1212
Gentle, affordable Chiropractic for the whole family.
Dr. Sonja is passionate about
helping others. She utilizes Activator, Kinesiology,
Craniosacral, Body Restoration, and Neural Organization Techniques. See ad on page 34.
CLEANING SERVICES NATURAL
GREEN EFFECTS CLEANING SERVICES
Clean for You. Clean for the Planet!
321-368-9498
www.greeneffects.biz
We use 100% natural & safe “homemade” products to clean your home. Licensed, Bonded, & Insured.Satisfaction Guaranteed! Learn more on our
website! Free Estimates!
WELL WITHIN
321-724-1212
Natural, wholistic solutions
for TRUE HEALTH ASSURANCE! Offering Clinical Nutrition Testing, Kinesiology, Homeopathy,
Acupressure Stress Elimination, Reflexology, Auriculotherapy, Body Restoration Technique, and
Gentle Chiropractic. See ad on page 34.
ZEN OF CLEAN-GREEN & NATURAL
CLEANING SERVICES
Rosalind Lanthorne
Certified Green Consultant
321-453-9521 www.zenofclean.com
Caring for your home or office with high quality
Green and natural products. Aromatherapy,
positive energy and affirmations, too! Licensed,
Bonded & Insured. Learn how we can help you
to become a “Certified Green” home or business.
Call NOW for a personalized FREE Estimate.
AROMATHERAPY
COACHING
NATURE’S SPIRIT
Doreen DeSerres, AIA certified Aromatherapist
Over 20 years Experience,
www.naturespirit.com
Cocoa Village, 321-632-1221
THE PHOENIX CENTER FOR
PROSPERITY & WELLBEING
Offering the finest organic and wild crafted 100%
pure essential oils and products and specializing
in synergistic blends to help transform emotions
and holistically heal body, mind and spirit. See ad
on page 10.
Wealth and wellbeing Coaching,
and live and on-line courses to
help you reach wellbeing and
prosperity in all areas of your
life. Become the highest version of YOU! Sign up for our free e-zine on our
website. We are helping people make it easier on
themselves.
BAKERY
http://phoenixwellbeing.com
321-383-4005 877-650-3796
[email protected]
COLON
HYDROTHERAPY
HEAVENLY BAKE SHOPPE
321-759-5986
321-305-6980
7 Rosa L Jones Dr, Cocoa Village
CANDICE KLEIN, M.ED., LMT, CT MA 8163
Family-owned bakery specializing in wheatfree, gluten-free, vegan, sugar-free(agave) and
good old-fashioned grandma’s recipes. Delicious
desserts made with wholesome, natural, organic
ingredients and lots of love.
Ultraviolet purified water~ Nationally Certified
Certified Body Ecologist
321-725-8347 ~ Since 1988 on 4th Ave.,
Indialantic
Learn to eat foods that increase energy and eliminate chronic diseases from fungus/yeast infections: headaches, digestive problems, joint/muscle
pain, depression, autism, and more.
JANICE O’HAN, BA, LMT MA7794
MICHIGAN HEALTHY LIVING EXPOS
Positive Change Health Center MM3520
Sebastian 772-589-6869
www.positivecenter.com
248-628-0125
www.MHLExpo.com
[email protected]
Caring, individualized treatment by nationally certified colon therapist, herbal consultant and graduate of The Center for Mind-Body Medicine. Addressing weight loss, digestive issues and more.
Production, consulting and sponsorship of expos and festivals serving East Michigan that are themed
in the naturally healthy, environmentally friendly/green living category. Several
events throughout the year.
HEALTH FOOD
APPLESEED HEALTH FOODS
1007 Pathfinder Way #110
321-631-1444 Rockledge
www.appleseedhealth.com
Vitamins, minerals, supplements, health and beauty items, gifts and books, homeopathic, specialty
and natural foods, and lunch cafe. Home of the
7-Day Guided Juice Fast See ad on page 40.
DENTISTRY
HAROLD L. BROOKS, JR. D.D.S.
C. RYAN OSORIO D.M.D.
VIERA DENTAL 321-433-1022
In The Avenues across from Kohls
www.vieradental.com
Comfortable, reasonable and on time. Cerec OneDay Porcelain Crowns. Dr. Brooks has not used
mercury fillings in 30+ years he has practiced in
Central Florida.
CHRIS EDWARDS DDS
Smile Design Center
Viera, 321-751-7775
www.smiledesigncenter.us
It’s about YOUR health and smile. Relaxed
caring environment where we listen. High tech
office- low radiation digital X-rays, no shot and
no drilling dental laser, and xylitol therapy means
better dentistry for you. See ad on page 35.
DR. CLAIRE STAGG-RUDA, DDS, PA
Comprehensive Mercury Free Dental
Care for the Whole Family
Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797
www.SmileProfessionals.com
Comprehensive Mercury Free & NeuroMuscular
Dentistry, advanced non surgical TMJ and sleep
breathing disorders therapy, head, neck and facial
pain treatment, orthodontics, smile makeovers
and dentistry for patients with multiple chemical
sensitivities. See ads on page 13 & 37.
EXPOS/CONFERENCES
8TH ANNUAL HEALTHY LIVING EXPO
Saturday, May 1st, 2009
321-777-6433, www.HealthyLivingExpos.com
10am-5pm – FL Tech Clemente Center
Melbourne
Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities available. Promote your product
or service at the area’s largest Healthy
expo. Sign up early for the best deals!
Prime booth locations already selling fast! $5
admission includes goody bag. Hundreds of door
prizes, Free samples of products, Free Workshops,
Free Tasting of healthy food and beverages, Sample massages & much more. See ad on page 2.
NATURE’S MARKET
FACIALS
OHSOSLENDER ON THE GO SPA
321-652-1680
[email protected]
www.ohsoslender.com
We specialize in 50+ clients offering anti-aging
facials, homeopathic mineral wraps, face wraps,
face taping and hydrating hand massage. Call for
appointment.
FITNESS
BEACHSIDE HEALTH STUDIO
1220 N. Hwy A1A, Ste 115, Indialantic
321-725-2267
www.beachhealthstudio.com
A state-of-the-art facility offering Physical Therapy, Massage, Pilates, Yoga and more. All provided
by licensed Physical Therapists to create a highquality and safe environment.
TRADITIONAL TEMPLE TRAINING
321-243-7761
1312 Berri Patch Place,
Melbourne, FL 32935
www.traditionaltempletraining.com
Offering Grandmaster level instruction in Classical Chinese
KungFu, QiGong and Meditation. Also offering a repeating
8 Week course in Strictly Self
Defense. See ad on page 20.
GREETING CARD
SERVICE
ANN STONE, DISTRIBUTOR
Send Out Cards
321-783-5537
www.sendoutcards.com/astone
Show someone how special they are. Visit my
website and send them a card FREE. You Click
Send. We print, stuff, stamp and mail it.
701 S. Apollo Blvd
Melbourne, 321-254-8688
www.naturesmarkets.com
Large selection of Low Carb/Atkins/Diabetes specialty foods, Gluten & Wheat free specialty foods.
Knowledgeable educated staff. Everyday low prices on all herbs, supplements and vitamins.
NATURE’S PROVIDER
490 Garden St, Unit A
Titusville 321-747-0977
www.naturesprovider.com
Offering discount prices on name brand vitamins,
supplements, herbs, teas, packaged food, health/
beauty items, books, vitamins, minerals. Lunch
Café, Tai Chi and Yoga classes. .
SUNSEED FOOD CO-OP
6615 N. Atlantic Ave - A1A
Cape Canaveral, 321-784-0930
Open Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm
Community owned – Not for Profit Co-op founded
in 1974. Lowest prices guaranteed! Largest selection of vitamins & herbs in Brevard. Organic produce and much more.
SUNSHINE HEALTH FOOD STORE
“Where Your Health Comes First”
2916 South Washington Ave
Titusville, 321-269-4848/ 1-800-835-7398
Helping individuals find health solutions through
vitamins, minerals, herbs, homeopathic remedies
and food. Certified nutritionist on staff. Cholesterol testing and blood typing by appointment.
HERBS &
SUPPLEMENTS
THE HERB CORNER
277 N. Babcock St.
Melbourne
321-757-7522
Bulk Herbs, Herbal Certification Course and other
herbal classes. Essential oils, handmade salves and
lotions, customized herbal blends and private consultations. See ad on page 9.
February 2010
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MAMA JO’S SUNSHINE HERBALS
Bulk Herbs, Handmade Products,
Consultations, Classes, Supplies
Indian Harbour Beach, 321-779-4647
Enjoy a cup of complementary tea in the relaxing
atmosphere of herbs and handmade herbal delights.
Teas, tinctures, lotions, soaps, facial products,
salves, and more. See ad on page 12.
HOLISTIC PET
SUPPLIES
WELL LIFE PET CAFÉ
321-745-2053
www.welllifepetcare.com
www.DaisysPetAdoption.org
One stop for all your pet wellness needs. Find
organic, vegetarian and raw diets for prevention
of common ailments. Plus natural alternatives to
chemical treatments.
HYPNOSIS
A BETTER WAY TO YOU HYPNOSIS
Terry Gurley, Certified Master Hypnotist
321-288-2196 – Melbourne,
Merritt Island, Beaches
www.highermindhypnosis.com
Weight, Smoking, Pain, Insomnia, Sales Improvement, Stress/Anger Management, and more! Let
Hypnosis be your tool for Success! Terry specializes in EFT, group sessions and 7th Path SelfHypnosis.
CENTER FOR COOPERATIVE MEDICINE
Sheila Rindge C.HT
Certified Hypnotherapist
Melbourne, 321-751-7001
Eliminate unwanted patterns, improve study habits
and weight control. See ad on page 38.
HYPNOSIS-CLINICAL
BOARD CERTIFIED MASTER
CLINICAL HYPNOTIST
Susan M. Sawyer BS, CMCHt, LLC
8059 Spyglass Hill Rd, Suite 101
[email protected] 321-432-7267
Hypnosis is a SAFE, effective way to change 200+
issues dealing with weight, smoking, memory,
confidence, sleep, cravings, stress and more!
PROVIDING PAST LIFE EXPLORATIONS. See
ad on page 39.
MEDITATION
QI-GONG
PEACE & TRANQUILTIY HOLISTIC
YOGA CENTER
Atma Shanti Devi
Indian Harbour Beach
321-298-8032
Directed Meditation. Spiritual Life Counseling.
Gentle Yoga for beginners. Call for information.
NATURAL PEST
CONTROL
NATURE’S BEST: PEST DETECTION
& ELIMINATION
Serving Brevard & Indian River Counties
State Certified, Licensed and Insured
321-693-4100
Organic Pest Control, Ants, Roaches, Termites,
Mold. Canine Scent Detection. Common Sense
Solutions personalized for your Home. See ad on
page 11.
ORGANIC RESTAURANT
APPLESEED HEALTH FOODS
1007 Pathfinder Way #110
321-631-1444 Rockledge
www.appleseedhealth.com
Open for Lunch Monday through Saturday featuring updated menu of raw, vegan, vegetarian, and
non-vegetarian choices. Enjoy healthy food, comfortable dining, and free wireless internet. See ad
on page 40.
PERSONAL CHEF
KIMBERLE SMITH, LMT/CT
Island Wellness Center
321-960-0444, Merritt Island
MA # 17575 MM#16158
Passionate about health care, Kim has 15 years experience offering colonics, therapeutic and relaxation massage. Techniques include cranial sacral
therapy and hot stones. Insurance accepted.
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The Zen Room
Cocoa Village, 321-636-2941
[email protected]
An ancient Chinese Health Care System practiced
by all age groups. Integrates moving physical postures, breathing and meditation. Monday 11am
and 7:15pm and Wednesday 11am weekly. Call or
email for complete class schedule.
REIKI/HEALING
TOUCH
INSPIRED HEART
Patricia Williams, Usui Reiki Master
2235 14th Avenue
Vero Beach, 32960
772-569-2877
[email protected]
Licensed Teacher with the International Center
for Reiki Training. CEUs offered for massage
therapists and nurses. Classes taught monthly.
Preregistration required. Reiki sessions by
appointment. See ad on page 37.
ANTOINETTE PARATO RN LMT
(MA31628)
Melbourne, 321-725-9009
Enjoy treatments in Reiki, Healing Touch, Cranial
Sacral therapy, and Guided Imagery. Call for
Reiki I, II, III class schedules. Pre-registration is
required.
CHEF BEV RICHARDS
The Secret to Dinner
321-591-5004, S Brevard/N Indian River
www.TheSecrettoDinner.com
Eat healthy meals without shopping or cooking!
Personalized menus based on your preferences,
including vegetarian and vegan. Freshly prepared
for individuals/families/parties. In-home consultation. Catering available.
PHYSICAL THERAPY
IDLER BONHOMME, LMT, MPT
MASSAGE
DAVE & TERESA KATZ
Physiotherapy Plus, Inc
1535 W NASA Blvd
Melbourne, 321-626-2650
www.therapyplus1.health.officelive.com
Providing an Alternative in Physical
& Massage Therapy. Provides Home
Physical Therapy for Geriatric Medicare patients and outpatient physical and massage therapy services.
MA32752. See ad on page 31.
LLOYD REISER, REIKI MASTER
3400 Ocean Beach Blvd. #513
Cocoa Beach FL 32931
321-917-3441 [email protected]
Practicing Reiki since 1979. He offers individual
sessions, classes and will facilitate healing
services. Reiki classes are being taught most
months. Call for information.
RESTAURANTSVEGETARIAN
HEALTHY GARDEN VEGETARIAN
RESTAURANT
4100 N. Wickham, #106
321-242-2122
www.usa-HealthyGarden.com
Eat Healthy without Sacrificing Taste! All dishes
creatively prepared fresh with meat substitute &
delicious quality brown rice. Serving lunch &
dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Menu online.
SELFMASSAGE
WOMENS HEALTH
A WOMAN’S PLACE FOR WELLNESS
CHRISTINE PURDY
MELT Method Practitioner
Brevard & Indian River Counties
914-497-4375, [email protected]
Reduce joint pain and muscle tension with selftreatment that re- hydrates connective tissue
and aligns joints for pain-free movement. Feel
immediate response in your body.
Kathleen Johnson, ARNP
476 Highway A1A Ste 2A
Satellite Beach 321-777-5911
Our office provides well-woman gynecology and
family planning services. Our goal is to share
information and support your choices to achieve a
healthy lifestyle. See ad on page 31.
“I AM” SAINT GERMAIN FOUNDATION
Melbourne Sanctuary
321-266-0132
www.saintgermainpress.com
The “I AM” Activity represents the Highest
Source of the Ascended Masters’ Instruction on
the Great Laws of Life by the Ascended Master
Saint Germain.
VETERINARIAN
RICHARD WIGELSWORTH, DVM
South Patrick Animal Hospital
1761 S. Patrick Dr., IHB
321-773-3111
631 Brevard Ave, Ste C, Cocoa
321-544-8541
www.thezenroom.info
Yoga, Meditation, Tai Chi, Qi gong, Prenatal
Yoga offered in our peaceful, safe, judgment-free
studio. Small class sizes and great instructors. Visit
website or call for special workshops, schedule
and information. “By letting go, it all gets done.”
-Tao Te Ching.
YOGA
BIGRONS YOGA
SPIRITUALITY
THE ZEN ROOM
1024 Hwy A1A, Atlantic Plaza #146
Satellite Beach, 321-773-3539(flex)
www.bigronsyoga.com
Daily classes of “hot” yoga ~ 100 degrees for 100
minutes. Individual attention for all fitness levels
and ages. Decades of experience. $10 single or
$100 monthly unlimited. See ad on page 36.
BIKRAM YOGA MERRITT ISLAND
87 East Merritt Ave.
Merritt Island, (by Home Depot)
321-452-YOGA (9642), BikramYogaMI.com
Bikram Yoga. 90 minutes in a heated room equals
longer, healthier living. $30 for first time students.
3–4 classes every day. Class schedule online. See
ad on page 38.
WWW.YOGAWITHBIDDY.COM
6100 Hall Rd. Melbourne Village
625 New Haven Ave, Henegar Ctr
321-987-8798
Six classes weekly:
Moderate Yoga and
Power Vanyasa. Monthly
Level 1 and 2 Posture
Training. See website
calendar! 200-hour RYT Instructor! Say good-bye
to stress!
directoryprices
$75.00 per month
DOWNTOWN YOGA
Companion Animal Laser Therapy Treatments are
offered. Whether your pet is rehabilitating from an
injury, healing from wounds or simply aging, this
natural therapy provides a pain-free, surgery-free,
drug-free alternative.
532 E. New Haven Ave.
Melbourne, 321-676-4600
www.yogadowntownmelbourne.com
25 weekly classes for all levels of experience. Try
our donation-based program, KARMA YOGA!
Pre/Postnatal, Yoga Aromatherapy, Ashtanga,
Power, Vinyasa, Core, Yoga & Spinning/Athletes.
$63.75 with 6 month contract
$56.25 for a 12 month contract
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