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s Thanksgiving draws near and we take stock of our

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blessings, it is the simple things in life that usually

top the list: love, family, friendships, food on the table, a

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place to call home, clothes on our backs, and a peaceful community that we so blissfully take for granted. These are the joyful simplicities of life which bring us the most happiness, health and fulfillment and, in most cases, don’t cost a thing. You don’t have to live like a monk to embrace simplicity.

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Living simply is a voluntary lifestyle choice in which our most authentic self is brought into direct and conscious contact with the process of honoring the present moment and valuing what truly means the most to us. This idea enables positively embracing

living with less, whether you’ve taken a knock from an economic downturn or need to pull back from overspending. Simple living is sustainable living, and this month’s Eco-Living theme gives a nod to the art of minimalism, a growing movement. By paring down possessions, we can lower our environmental footprint, simplify our finances and pave a better pathway for our children and their entire generation.

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For us, minimalism means staying conscious of our daily choices, from preparing food using healthy, natural, ingredients that are easy to pronounce to the ingredients we use for our personal care and cleaning products, and materials for fabrics, clothes and shoes. We have been on a mission to greatly reduce the plastic in our home and replace it with sustainable materials, and it is paying off—most of the items that decorate our home are made directly from the Earth, such as wood, metal, stone and pottery. If you’d like to live more sustainably, focus on your life goals, personal contentment and building relationships, instead of pursuing the all-consuming goal of economic success. As your life becomes unfettered by the “stuff ” that takes up physical and mental

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space, intangibles like compassion, kindness and mindfulness organically bubble up to the surface. This month’s Inspiration department, “A Pebble of Kindness in the Stagnant Pond,” reminds us that with the expression of compassion, we become joy in motion. One of the most beautiful facets of mindfulness reveals itself when we embody kindness. November is the perfect time to slow down with gratitude and look for ways to enjoy life more. We hope this issue inspires you to consider simplifying and stepping out of your usual habits to discover what brings you the most joy, peace, health and happiness. From all of us at Natural Awakenings, Happy Thanksgiving! Here’s to a natural way of better living,

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Contents THE JOYS OF 14 10 MINIMALISM

A Rich Life With Less Stuff

12 SAM STEDMAN on Helping Kids Make Conscientious Choices

14 PLANT-FORWARD

Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue you’ll find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

HOLIDAYS

Festive Foods Everyone Will Crave

HOLIDAY WORKOUTS 18 18 Tips for Staying Motivated

20 LUNG MAINTENANCE 101 Natural Strategies to Breathe Easier

22 THE MAGIC OF

PARENT-CHILD SYNCHRONY

How Skin-to-Skin Contact Helps Development

24 BOOSTING IMMUNE HEALTH IN SENIORS:

7 Tips and Natural Remedies

26 A PEBBLE OF KINDNESS IN THE STAGNANT POND

DEPARTMENTS 6 news briefs 8 health briefs 12 wise words 14 conscious

eating 18 fit body 20 healing ways 22 healthy kids 24 vibrant seniors 26 inspiration 27 calendar 29 classifieds 30 resource guide

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2024 Folk Festival in January

he 47th Ann Arbor Folk Festival fundraiser for the nonprofit Ark, Ann Arbor’s home for folk, roots and ethnic music, will take place on January 26 and 27, 2024, at Hill Auditorium. Tickets go on sale November 3. Performers include Old Crow Medicine Show, Devon Gilfillian, Bailen, Darren Kiely, Sons Of Mystro and Jeff Daniels, MC on January 26. The lineup is Emmylou Harris, Michigan Rattlers, Steve Poltz, Lizzie No, The Sea The Sea and Jeff Daniels, MC on January 27. Location: 825 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor. For more information, visit TheArk.org.

Yoga for the Growing Family

ownPup Yoga brings yoga to kids and families in a welcoming, accessible and fun way, including classes for pregnant moms, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, elementary-age children and tweens/teens, held at their studio inside the PARC, in Downtown Plymouth, and at local schools and community locations. From 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., November 21, in the Partner Prenatal Workshop: Yoga & Childbirth Education with instructor Jess Duffy, she explores ways for expectant parent and their birthing support partner to become informed, prepared and empowered for the birthing process and the remainder of their pregnancy. Topics are the benefits of yoga and breathwork specific to pregnancy and 6

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birthing, the mind/ body connection, the benefits of visualization and creating birth intentions, patient advocacy and postpartum support. Other classes include Kids Yoga, Parent & Me for toddlers and preschoolers, Prenatal Yoga, Mom & Baby Yoga, Tween/Teen Yoga, Family Yoga, Art/ Storytime Yoga, school-based yoga enrichment, camps and more. They also provide group workshops and classes to Girl/Cub Scouts, schools, birthday parties, private gatherings, play groups and sports teams. Cost is $120 for both partners. Location: 650 Church St., Ste. 101, Plymouth. For more information, email Hello@DownPupYoga.com or visit DownPupYoga.com/events.

Thanksgiving Dinner by Oak & Reel

ak & Reel, a Detroit-based contemporary Italian restaurant run by Michelin Chef Jared Gadbaw, is providing Thanksgiving Dinner in two sizes—small: for four to six people and large: for eight to 10 people. These meals are fully cooked and only require heating when ready to enjoy. The menu includes slow-roasted turkey, oyster stuffing, roasted Brussels sprouts and Cippolini onions with pancetta, mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, cranberry sauce and dinner rolls. Wine and dessert can be added on for an additional cost. Orders can be placed online until Nov. 15 at ExploreTock.com/ oakandreel (closed Thanksgiving day). Location: 2921 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit. For more information, call 313-270-9600, email Info@OakAndReel.com or visit OakAndReel.com.

Sustainable Detroit Forum 2023

.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Detroit Region community and organizations with green, sustainable missions will present the seventh annual Sustainable Detroit Forum from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., November 6, at the Wayne State University Student Center. This is an opportunity to connect and learn about the sustainability work happening in the region. Lightning round presentations will be accompanied by an esteemed keynote speaker, an informative lunchtime panel discussion, a wide range of exhibits and a networking reception.

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A Women in Green Breakfast will take place prior to the Sustainable Detroit Forum to celebrate women in the local green building community through engaging and enlightening conversation. An inspirational, multigenerational panel of female leaders will share their insights focusing on being self-titled by taking control of their own narrative through facilitated networking and a panel discussion. Attendance to the Sustainable Detroit Forum is not required to attend the breakfast, and separate registration is required. Location: 5221 Gullen Mall, Detroit. Register for the forum at SustainableDetroitForum.com. Register for the breakfast at usgbc. org/event/usgbc-detroit-region-women-green-breakfast. For more information, visit usgbcdetroit@usgbc.org.

Nutrition Response Testing in Livonia

t Livonia Alternative Health, Dr. Peter Andersen has been offering chiropractic exams and adjustments, ortho/neuro exams and inflammation-reducing cranial therapy since 1998. Nutrition Response Testing (NRT) is a non-invasive system to assist a practitioner’s assessment of the underlying causes of ill health. He says, “As a form of biofeedback, it asks the body what is not working right, what type of stress is keeping it from healing and what and how much food supplementation it may need to heal. This can be support for something like healing from a recent injury or help for autoimmune disorders such as Hashimoto’s disease, multiple sclerosis or even recuperating from a recent viral scare.” NRT treats the root of the issue, not just the symptoms. This technique is a form of applied kinesiology known as muscle testing. Because diet can affect every area of overall health and wellness, the benefits of NRT cover much more than digestion, including hormonal, metabolic, immune, fertility, weight or other health concerns. Location: 31582 Schoolcraft Rd., Livonia. For appointments and more information, call 734-664-0339 or visit LivoniaAlternative Health.com.

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Weight Gain is Due to Insulin Resistance

Losing weight is a struggle for many people. Insulin resistance is very prevalent in the United States today. It is the number one reason for weight gain and inability to lose weight. Insulin resistance causes fat to accumulate around the abdomen and leads to obesity, diabetes and heart disease. With the correct testing, supplements and medications, we can balance our hormones and overcome insulin resistance leading to longterm weight loss success.

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Exploring COVID Immunity

Scientists from around the world are looking at those lucky people that never tested positive for COVID-19 or were asymptomatic despite repeated exposure to the virus. The COVID Human Genetic Effort is an international consortium seeking genetic and immunological causes of the disease. This international group of researchers has three aims: recruit patients with critical COVID-19 pneumonia and their family members that

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never tested positive or were asymptomatic; search for genetic variants from the patients and family members participating in the study; and study the genetic variants biochemically and the patients’ cells immunologically. The consortium has recruited approximately 1,000 subjects worldwide. If the researchers can identify a protective genetic factor, it is possible that they could develop drugs to prevent infection and limit the spread of the virus. At least 20 percent of COVID-19 patients that tested positive were asymptomatic. Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, conducted research as to why they were able to rapidly clear the virus. They found that of the more than 13,000 people in the study with the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) that tested positive for COVID-19, 10 percent were totally asymptomatic, not even experiencing a scratchy throat. Those with a specific genetic version of HLA were more than twice as likely to have an asymptomatic infection and eight times as likely if they had two copies of the gene.

Promising Developments for Artificial Kidneys

According to a paper published in Nature, researchers have made significant strides in the development of an artificial kidney. This exciting breakthrough offers hope for patients on waiting lists for transplants. Engineered using human stem cells, the new artificial kidney can filter blood and produce urine just like a natural kidney. The bio-hybrid device combines microchip filters and living kidney cells, leveraging the body’s natural blood pressure for filtration. Its potential to mimic the function of a real kidney without the need for

dialysis or immuno-suppressive drugs might render it a game-changing alternative to traditional kidney transplants and dialysis treatments. While the artificial kidney has shown promise in initial animal tests, there is still a long journey ahead before it can be safely implanted in humans.

Vitamins May Improve Memory

Taking multivitamin supplements may improve memory in older adults, according to a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition . The randomized, controlled trial involved 3,562 individuals 65 and older that were given either a placebo or a daily multivitamin supplement and evaluated after one year. Those that took multivitamins had better memory performance compared to the placebo group. While further research is needed to understand how and which vitamins affect memory, the study suggests that these supplements are safe, accessible and beneficial for older adults looking to maintain cognitive function.

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relationships, experiences and soul-care, and lets us see all that we already have and reminds us to be grateful.”

Choosing the Essentials Monica Friel is the founder and chief executive organizer of Chicago-based Chaos to Order, which works with clients to improve organization in their lives. She advises that our homes have essentially become storage units filled with unused items. With the average American house more than double the size it was in 1950, according to National Public Radio, we have more space than ever to store what we don’t

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need. “For most people, our home is the biggest purchase we make, yet it’s so full of stuff it has actually become a burden. We’re embarrassed to have people over because of the clutter. I encourage clients to examine what’s weighing them down and start removing excess items that are adding to physical and emotional space. Think about if you were moving in three months, what would you want to take with you,” she says. According to The Wall Street Journal, Americans spend $1.2 trillion annually on things they don’t essentially need. Becker says that focusing on minimalism allows us to invest our money where it truly

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fter a pandemic largely spent at home, many Americans are holding up a mirror to their lives and examining what really matters. Finding that material possessions weigh them down, people are turning to minimalism to simplify their physical, mental and emotional space. According to a study in ScienceDirect, a decluttered lifestyle improves sustainability and boosts emotional well-being. By paring down our possessions, we can become more authentic, simplify our finances and pave an easier pathway for the next generation. According to Joshua Becker, author of four books on the subject, including The More of Less and Things That Matter, “Minimalism is the intentional promotion of the things we most value by removing everything that distracts us from them. This provides a refreshing sense of freedom with a new level of independence that comes from no longer being tied to material possessions. Modern culture has bought into the lie that more is better and happiness can be purchased at a department store, but embracing minimalism brings freedom from the all-consuming passion to possess and dares to seek happiness elsewhere. It values

When starting to declutter, Becker recommends parting with the easiest stuff first. “Start by eliminating everyday things around the house you no longer need, such as duplicate items. For example, your family needs towels, so you will never remove them completely, but you could simplify your life by reducing the number of towels you own. You will enjoy the refreshing feeling of a less-cluttered linen closet or bathroom drawer. As you experience the benefits in your life, you’ll become better at finding solutions for the more difficult items,” he explains. Friel says that it is often not the actual physical object people are attached to, but the memories associated with it. She points out that with younger generations increasingly accessing digital and online information, they don’t necessarily have the same ties to objects as their parents do. “That rocking chair in the corner of the basement may have been important to Grandma, but now it’s just taking up space. It’s the story behind the chair, not the actual piece of furniture itself, that matters. People can take a photo of the object and share its history with digital storage, and the memory will last forever,” she says. Family heirlooms can become even more complicated for the sandwich generation—

Benefits for the Planet

Adopting a minimalist approach is also better for the planet. Vourneen McElwain, the creator of The Plain Simple Life, says that embracing minimalism and sustainability has a positive impact on the world around us. “At its core, minimalism is all about living with less. So, when we choose this lifestyle, we reduce the demand for the excessive production of goods. Minimalism also encourages us to be more mindful about our consumption, so we tend to invest in higher-quality items that last longer, instead of falling into the fast-fashion or disposable-products trap. Plus, when we own fewer items we can choose to live in a smaller and more energy-efficient home,” she advises. Being mindful of how we downsize can help keep the environmental impact to a minimum. McElwain points out, “We never want our unused items ending up

polluting the environment in a landfill or in the sea. The most eco-friendly way to declutter is to donate things that are still in good condition or to give them away to family and friends. This way, we can give these items a brand-new life and help others without over-consuming new products. “You’d be surprised how something that may appear meaningless to some can hold great value for others. You can also sell unwanted items, which helps others get access to something they might need without having to buy new and produce more waste. Finally, if an item is truly broken and unusable, there are ways to repurpose it. Even if you’re not a DIY person yourself, there are many who would be happy to take your broken, three-legged chair and turn it into a beautiful and unique piece of furniture.” McElwain notes that minimalism encourages us to become conscious consumers. “A minimalist lifestyle prompts us to ask ourselves if we really need or love an item, and if we have a place for it in our lives. As we become more intentional with our choices, we also start to look into the origins of the things we buy. We try harder to support businesses that align with our values, such as those that prioritize fair trade, ethical manufacturing practices or eco-friendly operations,” she explains. “By adopting

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those taking care of both aging parents and their own children. Friel says that the best thing parents can do is to start downsizing early. For adult children sorting their parents’ stuff, it is often best to ask for help. “Life transitions, such as a death in the family or moving elderly parents into a retirement community, can be difficult and draining endeavors. Find someone to help who is not emotionally attached, such as a professional organizer. They can provide unbiased guidance and help defuse any conflicts that may arise. This can even be done remotely now with families online via Zoom. So much of downsizing is about control. But making responsible choices with how to allocate your belongings actually helps put you in control of your legacy and makes it easier for your kids and other family members,” she explains.

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matters. “Choosing to accumulate only the essentials can lead the way to financial freedom. Spending less on things you don’t really need will cut your financial expenses and provide an opportunity to not just save money for the sake of keeping it for yourself, but to use it to further causes that you believe in. It also allows you to seek out jobs that are not necessarily tied to income,” he says.

minimalism, we don’t just declutter our spaces, we also contribute to social and environmental causes that shape a sustainable future.” Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based freelance writer. Connect at Carrie JacksonWrites.com. November 2023

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Sam Stedman

ON HELPING KIDS MAKE CONSCIENTIOUS CHOICES

by Sandra Yeyati

am Stedman is the co-founder and publisher of EcoParent, a quarterly print magazine distributed in North America that is designed to help parents make better choices for their families. He holds a Ph.D. in experimental theater and ethical philosophy from the University of Toronto and was a university professor for more than 10 years in Ontario. Stedman lives in Belize with his 12-year-old son, Ransom.

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How can parents inspire children to make eco-friendly choices?

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We need to get into the habit of doing the work, taking the time to research, learn, educate and be conscious of the choices in front of us so that we don’t make default decisions. Once you get past the surface level of reading labels and knowing what organic certification is, you have to keep taking it deeper. It’s ever-shifting sands. Science keeps developing. New certifications and concerns arise. New chemicals are developed to replace old chemicals that were bad. We might get to a point where we realize we can’t make a reasonable choice because the information is impenetrable or requires another 15 hours of research. It might be a toss-up, a lesser of evils or an equal of evils, but being conscious and present to it is so important, and that’s what I want to instill in my son. I want him to know that I thought about the things we did and the choices we made, and that he can, too.

How do you help your child cope with eco-anxiety? The word of the day around here has been acceptance. You have to accept situations as they are, and frustrating and heart-wrenching as they may be, when you literally can’t make a good choice, you also have to let yourself live in this world. If you’ve ever done one of those carbon footprint calculators, most North Americans use up their global annual share of resources within a few months. I definitely use less than I used to and less than average, but I’m still using more than my share well before the year mark is over. How do you live with that? I wish I had good answers, but if we’re trying and we make our choices well, then we’re heading in the right direction.

Do you homeschool your son? At the start of COVID, we started homeschooling, but I discovered that I’m not a great homeschool dad in the sense of having all kinds of time to prepare curriculum and open up interesting possibilities. What we ultimately settled on, and this was a part of the shift and move to Belize, was an unschooling approach, which is the term for learning in the classroom of life, not having a set curriculum and instead being self-directed. My son is free to create his own projects. It’s an interesting social experiment and a process of deinstitutionalization or de-schooling, as it’s called in the unschool-

ing community, for myself and for him. I spent 30 years in school, from kindergarten to finishing my Ph.D., and what did it get me? I was a straight-A student, but when I graduated, nobody was giving me a job on a silver platter, and I had never been taught how to go out and make something happen. The hardest thing I ever did was give up my academic career to become an entrepreneur, but it was the best thing I ever did. So what I’ve been trying to teach my son is how to learn on his own, but more importantly how to make things happen in the world.

Can you give an example of this self-directed learning? My son is a devotee of Minecraft, so he has built a lot of his education around that. He started a YouTube channel, which required him to learn how to edit videos. He also wants to build a survival multiplayer environment, which means that he has to be able to code his own twist on Minecraft. He had to create an excellent promotional video, which required that he write marketing copy, and he’s learning how to write the rules of the multiplayer environment in a clear way, which is technical writing. We never know where these projects are going to go, but it involves reading, writing, coding, video editing and an endless amount of troubleshooting and interfacing with different systems.

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Plant-Forward Holidays

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plant-forward menu can be one of the best gifts that a host can give this holiday season. It is also more likely than ever that guests will welcome a celebration menu filled with vegetables and fruits. A 2023 survey by the International Food Information Council found that six out of 10 people reported eating a more plant-based diet to be healthier. “About 20 years ago, there might be one or two people at a party who followed a plant-forward diet. Now, we have to plan our menus to have more plant-based options,” notes Ojai, California-based dietician Sharon Palmer. “Even if only half of the guests follow a plant-based diet, my dishes are gone. Even the carnivores love them.”

Plant-Forward Eating

“When we think about plant-forward eating, what we are really going to do is add more vitamins, minerals and fiber and reduce the amount of calories that we consume,” says Sherry Coleman Collins, a registered dietitian and nutritionist in Marietta, Georgia. “That is especially important during the holidays when we are inclined toward eating more calorie-dense foods that have more fat, sugar and salt. A plant-forward meal can naturally reduce 14

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some of that without losing the flavor and enjoyment of eating.”

All in the Presentation

The name of a recipe can make a difference. “Why even say vegan?” Palmer asks. “Research shows that using the word vegan loses the crowd. There are people who will immediately think less tasty. If you lead with a description and its flavors, people are much more interested in trying it.”

The Holiday Centerpiece

When planning a plant-forward meal, consider making it the spotlight of the celebration. “What replaces that focal point can come in a variety of different forms,” says Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, a thought leader on the culinary, social, ethical and practical aspects of living compassionately and healthfully. “I think what’s missing for people isn’t just the meat. I don’t think people are thinking, ‘I need my meat.’ I think they are thinking, ‘This looks so unfamiliar and incomplete.’ So, how do we complete it?” Patrick-Goudreau suggests a large acorn squash stuffed and baked with flavors and foods of the season, including grains (quinoa, millet, rice), cranberries and raisins sautéed with onions and seasoned with winter spices like cloves, cinnamon

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by Veronica Hinke and cardamom. “That stuffed squash can be the focal point, not just on the plate, but also on the table,” she asserts. “Now the oohs and the aahs are about the squash as the centerpiece.” Plant-based nutrition specialists and restaurateurs Bart Potenza and Joy Pierson were among the first to elevate plant-based menus in the 1990s to the flavor-filled, crave-worthy foods enjoyed today. They love a whole, roasted cauliflower that is frosted with cashew cream and cut into slices. “[Cauliflower] is the new white meat,” Pierson says. “It’s about sharing beautiful foods with friends and family.” Part of the plant-based movement has been accomplished by incorporating more ingredients. “We are omnivorous, so we don’t naturally crave meat, but we do crave fat, salt, texture, familiarity and flavor,” says Palmer. “The recipes that I make for the holidays check all of those boxes. I always volunteer to bring the entrée. I try to think of something savory that’s also seasonal and matches the holiday menu.”

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Minnesota-based Instagram influencer Kristi Erdal makes a plant-based holiday party snack that can double as a holiday

gift. “It is important to have a nutritionally balanced meal, especially during the holidays, which tend to be more meat- and carb-forward with all the roasts and gravies,” she says. “My rosemary spicy roasted nuts are a party snack with savory, smoky, spicy and sweet flavors. A huge amount of fresh, chopped rosemary gives them an amazing flavor boost along with added health benefits. I have several favorite plant-forward recipes that I make during the holidays, including my jalapeño cranberry sauce and my kohlrabi slaw, but the nuts are the most popular.” Palmer makes meatless appetizers that stand up to their classic meat-based counterparts. One of her favorites is golden beet vegan meatballs with almond sage cranberry cream. It is made with shredded golden beets and showcases flavors of the season like hazelnuts, flaxseed, sage and thyme. “They’re just so colorful, which is especially nice at holiday time,” she says. “More and more people are realizing that [plant-forward food] is going to be delicious. They’re not going to miss out. It’s going to be satisfying, colorful and amazing.” Veronica Hinke is a food historian and the author of The Last Night on the Titanic: Unsinkable Drinking, Dining and Style and Titanic: The Official Cookbook. Learn more at FoodStringer.com.

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Preheat the oven to 375° F and spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Form 24 golf ball-sized balls out of the mixture and place them evenly on the baking sheet. Bake the vegan meatballs on the top rack of the oven until golden brown, about 40 to 45 minutes. Serve with the almond sage cranberry cream. To make the almond sage cranberry cream, soak the almonds in water for 2 hours (or overnight). Drain the water and place the soaked almonds in the container of a blender or food processor. Add 4 tablespoons of plant milk, lemon juice, garlic, black pepper and ground sage, and process to make a thick, creamy dip. If too thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of plant milk as needed to create the desired texture. Transfer the cream to a dish and stir in the fresh sage, cranberries and salt if desired. Garnish with additional freshly ground black pepper and fresh sage.

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fit body patients that set intentions and action plans are more likely to adhere to the recommended level of exercise. “The key is the discipline to create a healthy lifestyle all year round,” advises Josh York, founder of GYMGUYZ, a mobile fitness franchise in the United States, Canada and United Kingdom. “A good exercise routine should be part of your regular active routine, just like brushing your teeth. Planning ahead, setting achievable goals and tracking progress will help you stay on track and keep motivated. Whether it’s working out in the morning before work or hitting the gym at lunchtime, be sure to track progress to stay motivated,” he recommends.

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uring the holidays, it is easy to get swept up in all the festive cheer and forget fitness goals. The cold weather and tempting holiday treats make it tough to stay motivated to exercise. But with a few simple strategies, those fitness goals can be kept alive throughout the season.

Make a Plan and Stick to It.

“One of the most powerful ways to keep yourself on top of your game during the winter and holiday season is to create a simple and effective workout routine,” asserts Anthony Roumell, a certified personal trainer in San Diego. A study published in Research in Sports Medicine confirms that

mix up workout routines. For example, swap the cardio session for a strength training workout, or try a new class like Pilates, yoga or dance. A varied routine challenges the body in new ways and keeps the mind engaged while working out. Roumell likes to use different strategies to jumpstart his fitness. “Sometimes it looks like meditation, reading a few pages of a book, watching a funny comedy skit or stretching in my sauna to get the blood flowing. On days I am particularly tired, sore or resistant to my routine, I take things

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into a bit more of a shock-and-awe context by doing a cold plunge for five minutes, followed by a review of my fitness goals,” says Roumell.

Find a Workout Buddy. Exercising with a friend or

family member is a great way to stay motivated and accountable during the winter holidays. Find someone that has similar fitness goals and schedule workout dates together.

Choose Healthy Holiday Treats. It’s easy to indulge

in sugary treats and heavy meals when everyone is celebrating, but indulging too much can cause weight gain and derail fitness goals. To stay on track, choose healthier holiday snacks like fruit salad, vegetable trays, nuts and lean proteins. When indulging, avoid overeating and practice moderation.

Stay Mindful. Winter months can bring about seasonal affective disorders that can make people feel down and lethargic. Small tasks such as lighting candles, meditation or even a short walk can be uplifting. According to a study published in the Primary Care Companion to The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, exercise can help to improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Find Joy. In the season of joy, find an enjoyable workout routine. “Forcing yourself to do exercises that you hate will only make it more difficult to stick to your fitness routine,” says York. Add Purpose. “Clearly identifying the benefits you want to

gain from fitness, such as improved health, energy and self-esteem, is crucial in helping you stick to your fitness goals,” York explains. When the holidays do disrupt the fitness plan, do not abandon the goal; treat it as a rest day instead. “I use the 80/20 rule when it comes to planning exercise and time off to provide flexibility during the holidays,” he adds.

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NATURAL STRATEGIES TO BREATHE EASIER by Sheila Julson mation, means the body’s defenses are working properly. But if the switch to our immune system stays in the ‘on’ position, it can be too much of a good thing,” explains the founder of HolisticMom, MD. Daily exposure to inflammatory triggers, such as chronic stress, allergens, synthetic food additives and low-grade infection, can drive disease. Saeed notes that exercise helps combat inflammation by relieving stress, regulating digestion, improving insulin sensitivity, detoxifying the body and increasing the feel-good hormone serotonin.

Exercise. Dawn Encian is a Vir-

ginia-based functional nutritionist and organizer of the Breathe Easy, Breathe Well summit, which focuses on non-pharmaceutical ways to manage respiratory conditions. She asserts that exercise makes the heart and lungs work harder, thereby supplying more oxygen to muscles. “Regular exercise also increases blood volume, resulting in the body being able to extract oxygen more efficiently,” she advises.

ost people inhale about 22,000 times per day without realizing it, but for the more than 34 million Americans living with lung diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, taking a breath is often difficult. The American Lung Association reports that one in three Americans live in places with unhealthy levels of air pollu-

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tion. Everyone needs fresh, life-sustaining oxygen, and natural therapies are available to help us breathe a little easier. According to Madiha Saeed, a holistic, functional and integrative doctor in Naperville, Illinois, controlling chronic inflammation is an important strategy in pulmonary rehabilitation. “A healthy inflammation response, or acute inflam-

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For those with healthy lungs, Encian recommends high-intensity interval training, brisk walking, jogging, running or jumping rope, as well as strength-enhancing modalities like weightlifting, Pilates or yoga. For people with respiratory issues, she suggests lower-intensity exercise like walking, tai chi and cycling on a stationary bike or flat land, as well as light exercises with bands or small weights. Breathing exercises that focus on the diaphragm and expel stale air also support lung efficiency. Saeed suggests that stretching can improve range of motion, boost circulation

and keep muscles flexible. Some people tend to hold their breath while stretching, so it is helpful to become more conscious about our breathing during these movements. Saeed cautions, “Don’t overdo it. Exercise as long as you feel good and energized afterward. If you feel exhausted or worse after exercise, or if your symptoms worsen, you’re doing too much.” Both Encian and Saeed note that people with respiratory conditions or chronic illness should consult a physician before starting any exercise program.

Fresh Air. Many home items, from

furniture to rugs and bedding, contain chemicals that off-gas volatile organic compounds. Saeed cautions that inhaling these chemicals can be as dangerous as consuming them. Indoor air purifiers, which range in size and cost, can help filter toxins and optimize detoxification. Swapping out chemically laden household cleaners can also effectively improve indoor air quality. Encian makes her own

cleaners with essential oils, dried lemon and orange rinds, rubbing alcohol, witch hazel and water. Houseplants offer an affordable way to improve indoor air quality. Encian recommends aloe, snake plants, peace lilies, ferns, rubber plants, chrysanthemums, spider plants, areca palm and dracaena. Saeed also likes weeping fig, Chinese evergreen, bamboo, Gerbera daisies and English ivy. Getting outdoors is often recommended to maintain overall health and well-being, but Saeed recommends checking the local air quality index before heading out. Many apps show air quality, and some state how long it is safe to be outside if someone has a respiratory condition. If going outside on a poor air quality day cannot be avoided, masks may be helpful in reducing exposure to pollutants. Encian also recommends personal air purifiers worn around the neck.

Nutrition. Proper diet and nutrition

can help strengthen the lungs. Saeed and Encian believe that dairy may lead to the

production of excess mucus. Foods with carotenoids and vitamin A, like sweet potatoes, carrots, berries and leafy greens, promote mucus-membrane health. Magnesium, garlic, mustard seeds, onions, lentils, omega-3s found in cold-water fish, nuts, flaxseeds and foods high in vitamins B5 and B6 are beneficial for lungs and overall immune health, as are vitamins C and D. Staying properly hydrated will also help airways function appropriately.

Rest and Relaxation. Optimiz-

ing sleep can help support the immune system. Encian also recommends steam baths or showers with essential oils, such as eucalyptus, peppermint, frankincense and rosemary, to open the airways and expel mucus. Chiropractic, acupuncture, acupressure and energy work can also facilitate lung health and overall wellness.

Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings.

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magine being an infant born only moments ago. The onslaught of new sensations must be overwhelming as they suddenly feel the weight of a once-buoyant body. Eyes that saw only muted shades are now confronted by the harshness of bright lights. For nine months, there were no pangs of hunger, but now they will crave nourishment with every fiber. The warmth, comfort and safety of the womb has been replaced with uncertainty, and the child’s cardiovascular, digestive and immune systems must quickly adjust to new demands. The simple act of placing a newborn on mom’s chest, referred to as kangaroo care, can produce remarkable benefits. When it is done for 60 to 90 minutes, this skin-to-skin contact initiates a cascade of 22

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physiological effects that optimize every organ system in the infant’s body and promote breastfeeding. The mother also receives benefits, such as reduced stress hormone levels and greater amounts of oxytocin, the hormone that plays a vital role in postpartum healing, breastfeeding and pair bonding.

Benefits of Close Physical Contact In 2021, the Proceedings for the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America published a study examining the long-term effects of kangaroo care. For two decades, researchers followed preterm and full-term babies; some had received kangaroo care (or skin-to-skin contact),

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and others had not. The children were assessed at four months, three years, 12 years and 20 years. The scientists concluded that early experiences of frequent, close physical contact play an important role in a child’s social-emotional development and were predictive of a child’s ability later in life to interact with peers, regulate emotions, manage stress and show empathic understanding. According to the authors, bodily contact may provide a bridge from prenatal life to postnatal social life. Using a method called hyper-scanning, with advanced imaging techniques, scientists sought to identify what was being exchanged between mother and child that yielded such dramatic outcomes. They found that the pair’s neural activity coordinated or synchronized with one another, which led to benefits for the child’s nervous system, immune system, body function and behavioral development. This synchrony was also present when the parent and child were near one another, not just when practicing kangaroo care. Certain factors strengthened synchrony, such as physical proximity and affectionate touch, which activate dopamine and other feel-good chemicals in the child’s brain, enhancing cognitive functioning such as social learning and reward processing, vital in preventing major mood disorders and addictions. In effect, kangaroo care (both with or without clothing), carrying an infant in a carrier or sling, frequent or on-demand feedings, sleeping near one another and infant touch or massage promote what has been scientifically termed parent-child interaction synchrony.

Emerging Understanding of Carry Care A child’s brain continues to grow after birth, and by age 1, the average baby’s brain is about 60 percent of an adult’s brain size. During that first year of postpartum development, caretakers must provide the correct habitat to help the infant cope with its immaturity. According to anthropological evidence, an optimal habitat can be provided through what is termed carry care, which provides opportunities for close contact and promotes parent-child interaction synchrony. Anthropologists also point out that in Western society parents have evolved away from carry care and toward nest care, where the baby is placed apart from the caregiver.

Bodily contact may provide a bridge from prenatal life to postnatal social life. However, the science suggests that closer contact is beneficial. Interaction synchrony seems so impactful that lack of it may have implications for the development of autism spectrum disorder and other neurobehavioral disorders. Currently, interaction synchrony is one of the most studied subjects in modern science, as it has recently been found to exist in a variety of relationships, not just between a parent and child. Yet, for all its profound implications, its relational and developmental dynamics remain a mystery. Until interaction synchrony unveils more of its secrets, holding and embracing our babies

just a little bit longer may be advisable for the health of their growing minds and bodies. Christine Ramos, the author of A Journey Into Being: Knowing and Nurturing Our Children As Spirit, is a maternal-child health registered nurse who has worked as a certified childbirth educator, certified doula, certified case manager and an internationally board-certified lactation consultant. This article first appeared in EcoParent magazine and is adapted and reprinted with permission.

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GET REGULAR EXERCISE. Exercise is crucial to keeping your immune system healthy. Regular exercise improves your circulation, helping your immune system to detect and respond to infection quickly. Exercise also improves your overall health, decreasing the risk of an infection and improving your body’s ability to handle it if it does. Types of exercise that may be ideal for older adults include: n Walking n Swimming n Yoga n Dancing n Cycling At the end of the day, the type of activity isn’t as important to your immune health as simply engaging in regular activity that keeps you moving.

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flammation and suppressed immune system function. Getting a full night of sleep can be more challenging as we age. Some ways to sleep better include: n Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day. n Avoid screen use in the hour before going to bed. n Make sure your bedroom is as dark as possible. n Avoid stimulation the hour before going to sleep. n Don’t drink alcohol or caffeine in the evening. n Only use your bedroom for sleeping or intercourse. n Get medical support if problems persist.

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AVOID BAD HABITS. Bad habits can have a very negative effect on your immune system health. The main habits that are known to impact your immune system include: n Smoking n Drinking heavily n Overeating (if it causes you to be overweight) By giving up your bad habits, you can promote your overall immune health. Giving up a bad habit can be challenging. If you’re struggling to control a habit, consider seeking professional support. Overcoming a bad habit can offer many health benefits beyond just supporting your immune health.

MANAGE YOUR STRESS. Emotional stress suppresses your immune system and makes you more prone to infection. Managing your stress is important to keep your immune system as healthy as possible. There are two important ways to manage stress. Control the things you can and learn to cope with the things you can’t. Controlling the things you can means avoiding stresses that you can avoid. This could include relationships or situations that create stress and that you can avoid. Coping with the things you can’t avoid involves learning how to cope with unavoidable stress better. This could include using meditation, yoga, counseling, or even medication to better address stressful things you can’t directly avoid.

PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR HEALTH. Part of supporting your immune system is making sure that your overall health is in good condition. This includes following medical advice for any health conditions you have and getting medical help sooner rather than later when potential issues occur. It also includes staying up with your regular doctor visits and screening to make sure any potential problems can be caught early.

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rom kindergarten classrooms to inspired blogs, kindness is a practice that is encouraged throughout society. Compassion—the bedrock of goodwill—is a spark that can easily be snuffed out on the wheel of survival. Spiritual practice is usually associated with attending a house of worship, getting on a yoga mat or keeping a gratitude journal, but one of the most beautiful faces of mindfulness reveals itself when we embody kindness. With the expression of compassion, we become joy in motion. We do not need to break the bank or give our last drop of energy to consider others, only a willingness to nourish generosity of spirit. Whether we share that last piece of dark chocolate with our significant other or uphold a common courtesy, such as giving someone a well-deserved compliment, a heartfelt gesture can go a long way. One thoughtful word or deed can be a single pebble thrown into a stagnant pond. Kindness from pure intentions rather than superficial investment in “good karma” is a form of energy that begets more of the same. Perhaps the greatest advantage of goodwill is the reminder that the world is not such a harsh place after all. This

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Birchwood House & Block Club Planting – 10am1pm. Help plant trees. 12256 Washburn St, Detroit. GreeningOfDetroit.com.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Sustainable Detroit Forum – 9am-4:30pm. An opportunity to connect and learn about the sustainability work happening in the region. Lightning round presentations accompanied by an esteemed keynote speaker, an informative lunchtime panel discussion, a wide range of exhibits and a networking reception. Wayne State University Student Center, 5221 Gullen Mall, Detroit. Register: Sustainable DetroitForum.com. Online: Feeling Gratitude Within – 8:30-9:30pm. Start with a guided visualization that will bring us into our bodies. Then meander through some journal prompts around gratitude and what it means to you. Candice’s top 5 tips for cultivating gratitude daily and why it’s a must have practice. Finish with some open group sharing Register: Tinyurl.com/2j9f4r7z.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9 How to Plan an Epic Vegan Vacation – 6:307:30pm. Explore the art of planning a truly memorable vegan vacation. We’ll delve into common challenges, offer solutions to overcome them. Zoom. VegMichigan.org.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Grandmont Rosedale Community Tree Planting – 10am-1pm. Help plant trees. Douglas Ramsay Memorial Playground, 14800 Longacre St, Detroit. GreeningOfDetroit.com. Party with a Purpose: Celebration of Leadership in MS Community – 6-9pm. Annual Leadership Recognition. It will recognize exceptional leadership in the Multiple Sclerosis community, with proceeds benefiting Yoga Moves MS. The Mint at Michigan First Conference Center, 27000 Evergreen, Southfield. 248-417-5985. YogaMovesMS.org.

while enjoying the flavors of the holidays. Tips to keep your immune system tuned up and strong. Taking on holiday stress head on. Taking on holiday exhaustion with a great night’s sleep. Enjoy a free lunch with seminar. Better Health Market, Grosse Pointe Woods, 19221 Mack Ave, Detroit. Register, Joseph Baginski: 313-885-5000 or BetterHealth Market.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Core City Neighborhood Tree Planting – 10am1pm. Help plant trees. Register for location: Greening OfDetroit.com.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Partner Prenatal Workshop: Yoga & Childbirth – 6:30-9:30pm. Jess Duffy explores ways for expectant parent and their birthing support partner to become informed, prepared and empowered for the birthing process and the remainder of their pregnancy. $120 for both partners. DownPup Yoga, 650 Church St, Ste 101, Plymouth. DownPupYoga. com/events.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 Healing Through Connecting Constellations – 1-6pm. We are in relationship/connected with everyone and everything. Sometimes our experiences in life have us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others. Healing through Connecting Constellations supports you in reconnecting. $165/14 days advance, $185/ after. Constellation Healing Arts, Healing through Connecting, 28592 Orchard Lake Rd, Ste 360, Farmington Hills. 248-345-3557. ConstellationHealingArts.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Holiday Health – 6:30pm. How to curb your appetite while enjoying the flavors of the holidays. Tips to keep your immune system tuned up and strong. Taking on holiday stress head on. Taking on holiday exhaustion with a great night’s sleep. Enjoy a free lunch with seminar. Better Health Market, 22250 Michigan Ave, Dearborn. Register, Lidia Mastroianni: 313-724-6000 or BetterHealthMarket.com.

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daily Free Herbal Medicine Cabinet Course – The Detroit Wholistic Center and Wholistic Training Institute is offering a course, Top 10 Herbs Every Home Needs, in which participants will learn to create an herbal medicine chest stocked with the essentials they should have on hand. More info: 313-255-6155. To enroll: WholisticTraining Institute.Teachable.com/p/top-10-herbs-everyhome-needs. New Client Special: Alice Huang’s Chinese Natural Therapies – Allows customers $10 off acupuncture and massage at any location. AliceHuangs.com/ coupons. Pets & Parents Reiki Session – 9am-9pm. Sessions for wellness, critical care and end-of-life transition. Actively experience the use of reiki touch with your pet. Learn additional tips for helping your pet. Virtual 40-min appt. $20. 231-590-0001. tcdesoto@ gmail.com.

sundays Bach Flower Remedies Level 1 LiveWeb – 3rd Sun. Learn how to use the 38 Bach flower remedies to help yourself and others conquer fear, worry, overwhelm, low self-esteem, lack of focus, poor concentration, trouble sleeping and more. With Nancy Buono, BFCP, Director of Bach Flower Education. BachFlowerSchool.com.

tions through alignment, posture and natural movement awareness. $5/class. GwynJonesPilates.com. Let’s Meditate Detroit: Free Guided Meditation, – 6:30-7:30pm. With Sahaja Yoga Meditation we generally sit on chairs to achieve yoga, effortlessly and spontaneously. As such no asanas (exercises) are required, no mat or special clothing. Campbell Library, 8733 Vernor Hwy, Detroit. 315-390-0278. DetroitPublicLibrary.org. Meaningful Mondays – 8pm. SevaLight Retreat Centre warmly welcomes everyone, of all faiths, meditation practices and traditions, to join us virtually. Will gather on video conference sharing in song/ chants and inspiring readings from Mata Yogananda Mahasaya Dharmaji’s writings, followed by Pure Meditation and silent prayer. Free. Email by 10am any Monday to receive the info about how to join by video: Info@SelfRealizationCentreMichigan.org.

tuesdays Virtual Tuesday Connection Group – 8-9am. 1st & 3rd Tues. With Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber. Opportunity to receive business referrals; form lasting business relationships with other working professionals; give a 10-min presentation about your product/service to an attentive audience; help others you know find the products/services they are looking for and more. RSVP, Melanie Hojnowski: MHSecondstep@yahoo.com. swcrc.com.

Livestreamed Sunday Service – 9:55am. Unity of Livonia, 28660 Five Mile Rd, Livonia. Unity OfLivonia.org. Pure Vin Experience Jazz Brunch – 12-3:30pm. 2nd & 4th Sun. Live music, all-you-can-eat brunch, and fantastic wine. House Of Pure Vin, 1433 Woodward Ave, Detroit. 313-638-2501. HouseOfPureVin. com. Y12SR Class – 1pm. 1st & 3rd Sun. Each meeting consists of a group sharing circle and an intentional yoga class taught by a certified Y12SR leader. Donation. Welcome Home Yoga, 6375 W Seven Mile Rd, Ste 103, Detroit. Registration required: 313-917-7579 or Welcome HomeYoga.com. Peace: Candlelight Yoga – 4pm. For all levels. This class is diffused with essential oils and soothing soaking into your mat music. Sacred Space Yoga & Reflexology Centre, 4801 Chrysler Dr, Detroit. 313-352-6788. SacredSpaceYogaDetroit.com.

mondays Sunrise Flow – 7-7:45am. Gentle vinyasa that intentionally opens and challenges the sometimes sleepy and stiff morning body. Citizen Yoga Studio, 1224 Library St, Detroit. 313-502-5450. Citizen YogaStudio.com. Virtual Pilates with Gwyn – 9:30-10am. Build a better understanding of your mind & body connec-

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The Natural Playroom – 9am-3pm. The all-natural materials of wood, silk, wool and cotton impart a warmth and beauty that encourages babies and kids to explore the world around them. Gives kids an inviting space to play. $5-$8/family. Camden Rose Inc, 502 Farmer St, Plymouth. 734-927-5005. NaturalPlayroom.com. Chair Yoga – 10am. With Holy Yoga Detroit. Free. Durfee Innovation Society, 2470 Collingwood, Ste 213, Detroit. 313-437-1549. DurfeeIS.org. Therapeutic Yoga – 10am. All levels. Perfect for those with back problems, healing injuries, inflexibility, weak abs or back muscles, stress, fatigue, overweight, depression and arthritic conditions. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org. Family Yoga – 11am-12pm. With Holy Yoga Detroit. All ages welcome. Free. Durfee Innovation Society, 2470 Collingwood, Ste 213, Detroit. 313437-1549. DurfeeIS.org. Parent-to-Parent Support Group – 12-1:30pm. 3rd Tues. Also 6-7:30, 4th Thurs. For parents and caregivers of children, adolescents and young adults. An open, welcoming group providing dialogue and peer support. Free. The Children’s Center, 90 Selden, Detroit. TheChildrensCenter.com.

Iyengar Yoga Detroit – 5pm. Vibrant, dynamic, heart-opening Iyengar yoga class for all levels and abilities. Bilingual Spanish. Free. 313-528-9493. For Zoom link: InfoAtIYDC@gmail.com. Facebook. com/IyengarYogaDetroit.

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wednesdays Virtual Wednesday Connection Group – 8-9am. 2nd & 4th Wed. With Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber. Opportunity to receive business referrals; form lasting business relationships with other working professionals; give a 10-min presentation about your product/service to an attentive audience; help others you know find the products/ services they are looking for and more. RSVP, Silvia Rainer: SRainer@PayChex.com. swcrc.com. Cooking Matters – 10:30am-12pm. Help end childhood hunger by inspiring families to make healthy and affordable food choices. Program to teach parents and caregivers with limited food budgets to shop for and cook healthy meals. Free. Brilliant Detroit Cody Rouge, 7425 Fielding St, Detroit. RSVP: 313-406-3275. ArtBlock Yoga – 6-7pm. Last Wed. Free yoga in the new art-infused space, ArtBlock. 1411 Holden St, Detroit. 313-871-4000 x 3. Tinyurl.com/y4xksa7g.

thursdays Virtual Thursday Connection Group – 8-9am. 1st & 3rd Thurs. With Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber. Opportunity to receive business referrals; form lasting business relationships with other working professionals; give a 10-min presentation about your product/service to an attentive audience; help others you know find the products/services they are looking for and more. RSVP, Jen Brown: JBrown@KeyConcerns.com. swcrc.com. Parent-to-Parent Support Group – 6-7:30pm. 4th Thurs. For parents and caregivers of children, adolescents and young adults. An open, welcoming

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group providing dialogue and peer support. Free. The Children’s Center, 90 Selden, Detroit. The ChildrensCenter.com. Get the Most from Your DNA Test – 6-8pm. Learn what you can do with your results and what additional opportunities are available for discovering your genetic genealogy. Understand the science, how to find information and how to share that information. Course CES 0120. $49. Schoolcraft College, VistaTech Center, 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia. schoolcraft.edu/ppl. Gong Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Gong meditation/ sound therapy is a unique type of sound practice that involves using therapeutic gong sounds and vibrations to bring about healing, insight, relaxation, stress and tension relief and so much more. $20. Bloom Transformation Center, 227 Iron St, Ste 122, Detroit. Tinyurl.com/y68tbup8.

fridays Blend – 7-7:45am. Combines the flow of vinyasa with the guided challenge of slow burn. The pace of this class moves from some self-guided warm-ups into long-held postures that slow the body, focus the mind, and work toward a well-earned savasana. Citizen Yoga Studio, 1224 Library St, Detroit. 313502-5450. CitizenYogaStudio.com. Online: Prayer Power Hour – 12-12:30pm. Prayer

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Online: Self-Love Focused, Live-Chat-Session with Oracle Card Pulls – 9-10am. Set time aside for you to chat with like-minded people and receive messages of inspiration from the divine as well as motivation to move forward from Coach Sherry. Free. TikTok.com/@find_ur_happy. Clear Light Community Meditation – 1-4pm. 1st Sat. Each hour of the meditation begins with a period of chanting, prayer and an inspirational reading, followed by a period of silent meditation. Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat Center, 9607 E Sturgeon Valley Rd, Vanderbilt. 989-983-4107. SongOfTheMorning.org. Gong Immersion/Sound Therapy – 7pm. With Mike Hendrian. He also offers sessions by appointment for individuals and small groups. Kundalini Yoga Detroit, 18084 Oak Dr, Detroit. 313-516-6115. KundaliniYogaDetroit.com.

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