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ow is our calendar already this full?” I said to my husband as I looked at September. Even though my kids are grown, back-to-school season still seems to flip a switch. Football games are back, along with volleyball and soccer games my son calls, weekend getaways are on the calendar, and suddenly those leisurely summer weekends have disappeared. I love the fun of it all, but I’ve learned that a full calendar works a lot better when I don’t let my nervous system match its pace. Meditation is my go-to, especially first thing in the morning. Starting the day quietly helps me feel centered, calm and ready for whatever lands on the schedule. After too much time sitting at my desk, movement, or sometimes a spontaneous dance break, helps me reset. Introduction to Somatic Therapies [page 14] reinforced why those simple practices can be so powerful. As Daniel Amen, M.D., explains, “Chronic stress doesn’t just affect your thoughts. It changes your biology.” I also learned something new: humming can physically calm the vagus nerve. Apparently, my nervous-system toolkit now includes making a little noise. And because this summer has been so darn hot, I’ve been looking for more ways to exercise indoors. Functional Yoga for Everyday Mobility [page 26] was perfectly timed, with its reminder that yoga doesn’t have to be about pretzel poses or perfection. It’s simply about consistent movement that helps our bodies function better in everyday life. I’m also newly appreciative of the crystal singing bowl I inherited from my mother. It sits near my desk, and I often use its soothing tone to settle myself, something Healing Harmonies [page 24] gave me even more reason to appreciate. Elsewhere this month, Nutritious Nachos [page 18] offers healthier inspiration for game-day snacking. At my-NA.com, find even more to explore: Clean Clothes, Cleaner Planet shares easy ways to make laundry greener, while Home Energy Resilience explores smarter backup-power options. The Power of Movement shows why active play matters for kids, Sowing Seeds of Promise celebrates September’s season of transition, and Promoting Calm in Dogs and Cats looks at the gutbrain connection in our pets.
Here’s to full calendars, deep breaths and the occasional hum.
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Colleen Gill Offering Hypnosis for Lasting Weight Loss
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omen who are ready to lose weight and keep it off are invited to join Rewire to Lose Weight, a virtual group hypnosis program designed to help participants transform their beliefs around food and body image while addressing patterns such as emotional eating and stress. “Hypnosis can eliminate cravings and motivate you to move your body more,” says Colleen Gill, Certified Hypnotist and Stress Relief Specialist. “Weight comes off and stays off because it’s no longer a short-term fix—it’s a lifestyle.” Each session features guided hypnosis with a structured discussion to reinforce new patterns. Participants learn tools designed to support steady progress and maintain weight loss long-term. “The most important tool you have for lasting weight loss and wellness is your mind,” adds Gill. “I can help you focus your mind, so you don’t have to struggle anymore.” The six-week virtual program begins September 28 and meets weekly through November 2 on Zoom. Colleen Gill Hypnosis also offers individual and group programs on the Treasure Coast and virtually on Zoom.
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NEWLIFE Longevity Wellness Summit and Expo Weekend Comes to Singer Island
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he NEWLIFE Longevity Wellness Summit and Expo brings experts and wellness companies together from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. September 26 –27 at Amrit Oceanfront Resort on Singer Island. The event explores longevity, biohacking, functional medicine, nutrition, consciousness, holistic health, metaphysics and other approaches to well-being. Now celebrating 37 years, NEWLIFE offers attendees opportunities to explore longevity testing, live demonstrations and interactive exhibits. The event also features speakers and companies presenting ideas, products and services related to emerging trends in health in the future of human potential. Some of the keynotes are acclaimed authors Dannion Brinkley, Gail Thackray, Susan Shumsky, Deborah Graham, Grazyna Pajunen and Donna McGrath. Founder Mark Becker says NEWLIFE is designed for people interested in learning about new approaches to health, wellness and conscious living. “You’ll have the chance to connect with passionate individuals who are ready to learn and grow,” Becker says. Free admission is available for the first 300 attendees to register for tickets online. Exhibit and lecture space is also available. To register or purchase tickets, visit NewLifeExpo.com. For more information on exhibiting, lecturing, or volunteering, email Mark@NewLifeMag.com or call 917-776-4869. See ad, page 21.
Cardinal Healings Offers Virtual and In-Person Healing
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aster Healer Debbie Frasca, formerly a Montauk, New York local, has relocated Cardinal Healings to Stuart. Frasca provides intuitive, spirit-led energetic healing for clients worldwide through Zoom, supporting physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. Her sessions focus on emotional release, energetic balance, greater clarity, inner calm and reconnection. Frasca works intuitively with individuals and groups, with participants relaxing and receiving. She describes her approach as helping people reconnect with “God’s Perfect Blueprint.” For those curious about Frasca’s approach, her One Soul at a Time Instagram Live series offers an opportunity to get to know her and observe her work as she provides complimentary mini-healings on Thursdays from 1 to 2 p.m. Quantum Healing Activation begins September 21 via Zoom at 8 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for two weeks. The series focuses on energetic clearing, grounding and alignment while supporting emotional release, energetic detoxification and the release of trauma-related patterns and heavy energy, helping the physical body respond as energetic imbalances are addressed. Frasca also leads Remember Who You Are from 6:30 to 8 p.m. September 16 at the Port Salerno Civic Center. The in-person group healing helps participants release emotional and energetic patterns and reconnect with their authentic selves.
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For more information, call 516-965-9951 or visit CardinalHealings.com. Remember Who You Are is held at 4940 SE Anchor Ave, Stuart. Cost: $34. Six-session Quantum Healing Activation cost: $144. See ad, page 17.
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quarian Dreams is offering two September weekend yoga intensives led by New World Wellness owners and registered yoga teachers Nicole Costello and Craig Costello. The courses provide continuing education hours for Yoga Alliance registered teachers while exploring meditation, yoga instruction and adaptive teaching techniques. The Weekend Yoga and Meditation Intensive, September 4 through 6, blends meditation, Noble Silence and mindful teaching with practical tools for creating more connected classes. Participants explore yoga “sweeteners,” the Bhagavad Gita, upper-extremity anatomy and practice teaching forward bends and backbends while continuing to develop confidence in leading asana. Registered Yoga Teachers with Yoga Alliance may earn 20 continuing education hours. The Yoga for Special Conditions and Themed Classes intensive takes place September 11 through 13. The training focuses on creating safe, adaptive and intentional classes for seniors, athletes and students seeking stress reduction. It also explores seasonal, holiday and chakra-inspired classes along with other creative themes. Registered Yoga Teachers with Yoga Alliance may earn 30 continuing education hours. For more information, call 321-729-9495 or visit AquarianDreams.com. Aquarian Dreams is located at 414 N. Miramar Ave, Indialantic. Cost: $425 and $450, respectively. See ad, page 3.
Diabetes Simplified Offers Education, Coaching and Support
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Natural Wellness Expo Showcases Natural Health Options
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Turtle Krawl 5K Supports Sea Turtle Conservation
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he Turtle Krawl 5K Walk/Run returns September 12 to raise funds for sea turtle conservation and education programs throughout Brevard County. Hosted by the Sea Turtle Preservation Society at James H. Nance Park in Indialantic the event begins at 7:30 a.m. and also offers a virtual race option. The Sea Turtle Preservation Society has protected sea turtles and their habitat in Brevard County for more than 35 years. “All race proceeds benefit the Sea Turtle Preservation Society’s mission to help sea turtles survive” the organization states. Past Turtle Krawl proceeds have supported rescue and transport of injured sea turtles as well as nesting surveys and educational outreach. Funds have also helped purchase satellite transmitters for UCF marine turtle research and supported Brevard Zoo’s Sea Turtle Healing Center. The family-friendly event includes a free Kids Fun Dash after the 5K. The first 2,000 registrants receive finisher medals and race shirts featuring original artwork by local artist Michael “Nemo” Nemnich. For more information and to register, visit TurtleKrawl.com. Register by September 9 for virtual participation. The Turtle Krawl 5K is located at James H. Nance Park, Indialantic. Cost: $45; $40 for ages 0 to 12 when registered by September 9. 8
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he Natural Wellness Expo will be held on Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Melbourne Hilton Rialto. There will be more than 55 exhibitors featuring the latest in natural health, nutrition, holistic healing, fitness, anti-aging, and wellness products and services. Whether attendees are looking to improve their health, discover new therapies, or simply learn what’s new in the world of wellness, there’s something for everyone. “Each year we discover exciting new health and healing offerings—from antiaging solutions and illness recovery support to cutting-edge medical advances,” says producer Mary Ellen Popyk. “We look forward to introducing visitors to these innovative and time-tested products and modalities. Last year’s show was a tremendous success, and we’re excited to make this year’s event even better.” Speakers are scheduled throughout both days covering a wide range of wellness topics and practical health insights. The entrance fee is $10 each day or $15 for the weekend. Children 12 and under attend free. Discounted admission is available on the website in advance. For more information, visit NaturalWellnessExpo.com. The Melbourne Hilton Rialto is located at 200 Rialto Place, Melbourne.
Local Girls Social Hosts Paws for a Cause Fundraiser
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aws for a Cause is bringing the Brevard community together for a day of movement, shopping, connection and giving back on Saturday, September 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. “This event is for everyone,” says Danielle Diorio, founder of Local Girls Social. “Bring your friends, family and pups to enjoy local vendors, food and drinks, raffles,
fun activations and adoptable dogs.” Sweat Haven will have a tent and lead two yoga classes during the day with donations benefiting the Brevard Humane Society. Proceeds from Paws for a Cause will support the Brevard Humane Society and help care for animals in need. The event offers community members an opportunity to gather, connect and support a local animal welfare organization. Paws for a Cause will take place at the Duran Development Center, 7032 Stadium Pkwy, Melbourne. MyNaturalAwakenings.com
Ayurvedic Workshop Explores Healthy Aging ertified Ayurveda instructor Kasey Claytor leads Graceful Aging with Ayurveda at 9 a.m. September 12 to explore how Ayurvedic principles may support vitality and well-being throughout the aging process. Ayurveda is an ancient system that considers physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being and emphasizes the relationship between daily habits and individual balance. Participants learn about the five elements of fire, water, air, space and earth and how Ayurveda views each person as having a unique combination of these elements. Claytor discusses how lifestyle, diet, experiences and selfcare practices may influence well-being over time. The program also introduces the concept of individual mind-body types and explores ways Ayurvedic practices can be incorporated into daily life. “It is an elegant way to view our personal systems: physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual,” says Claytor. “It is a consciousness-based philosophy that views all we see and experience in life as the result of how consciousness expresses itself through us and how we influence it.” For more information or to reserve a seat, email Kasey1@cfl.rr.com. Graceful Aging with Ayurveda is held at the Osprey Building located at 918 S. Washington Ave, Titusville. Cost: voluntary donation. Seating is limited. KaseyClaytor.com. See ad, page 17.
Power of 3 Brings Intuitive Events to Vero Beach
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he Power of 3 Intuitive Dream Team brings together Katharine Giovanni, Paula Dice and Katie Nall, Ph.D. to combine intuition, compassion, humor and practical tools that support clarity, emotional wellness and Katie Nall Ph.D. Paula Dice Katharine Giovanni personal growth. The team will present two upcoming events in Vero Beach. Echoes & Angels: Past Lives & Angel Messages begins at 6:30 p.m. September 30 and features a live group demonstration of past life intuition and angelic guidance. Giovanni, Dice and Nall will share messages with as many attendees as time allows. The experience focuses on positive messages, hidden patterns, intuitive guidance and new perspectives. The Intuition Workshop follows October 2 through 4. Level 1 helps participants recognize, access, exercise and trust intuition through handson techniques involving forgiveness, emotional release, communication and everyday decision-making. Level 2 offers advanced exercises, additional practice and techniques for energetic protection while helping participants build confidence in what they perceive. “This is all about your intuition. You have it. You’re just learning to use it,” says Nall. “We share the tools for you to discover how to create your dream life.” For more information, call 772-226-0167 or visit GuidedTalk.com/echoes or GuidedTalk.com/Workshops. The Power of 3 events are located at Intergenerational Recreation Center, 1950 9th St SW, Vero Beach and Garden Club of Indian River County, 2526 17th Avenue, Vero Beach. See ads, pages 27 and 37.
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Free Youth Event Focuses on Protecting Indian River Lagoon
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he 2026 Youth Action Assembly brings students together September 12 to learn about challenges facing the Indian River Lagoon and develop practical ways to help protect the watershed. The free event takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Environmental Learning Center in Vero Beach and is open to students in grades 7 through 12. Participants will explore water quality, pollution, habitat loss and restoration through maps, data and discussions with scientists, conservationists, educators and local advocates. Smallgroup sessions will focus on areas such as pollution reduction, habitat restoration, community education and policy engagement. Students will then develop actions they can carry out in their schools, neighborhoods or online communities and present their plans to the full group. No science background or previous environmental activism is required. Participants should care about where they live and be willing to work alongside others who feel the same. Participants are expected to attend the full day and commit to at least one action following the event. For more information or to register, visit LoveTheIRL.org/2026-action-assembly. The Environmental Learning Center is located at 255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach. Cost: Free. September 2026
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Morning Sun Wellness Features Ayurvedic and Energetic Therapies
Love Is Alive at Unity Prayer Service
orning Sun Wellness offers Ayurvedic bodywork and energybased services designed to support relaxation, balance and overall well-being at its Stuart office. Beth White Mountain studied Ayurvedic bodywork and diet and lifestyle practices in India in 2004 with Dr. Shivani Sood and Dr. Mahesh of Shivani Ayurveda. Ayurveda is a traditional Indian system of wellness rooted in ancient Vedic teachings and focused on supporting balance through individualized practices. White Mountain offers abhyanga-marma massage using warm herbal-infused oils selected according to a person’s dosha or constitutional mind-body type. Broad massage strokes support circulation while pressure is applied to marma points traditionally associated with different areas and systems of the body. White Mountain says benefits can include stress reduction, improved sleep, improved digestion and assisted detoxification. Ayurvedic herbal face and head massage uses warm herbal oils and includes a vigorous yet relaxing head massage along with marma points on the face and scalp. Pranic Healing works with the subtle energy field around the body to energize, clear and balance prana or life force.
nity of Fort Pierce presents its annual Unity World Day of Prayer Service from 7 to 8 p.m. September 10. The gathering celebrates the transformative power of silence and affirmative prayer through reflection and community connection. This year’s theme is “Love Is Alive.” The service includes an inspirational message and uplifting music as well as a transformative sound bath designed to encourage peace and spiritual renewal. The featured affirmation is “Love leads me; faith steadies me. Prayer carries me forward.” “World Day of Prayer offers a meaningful opportunity to pause and remember that love remains present in every circumstance,” says Rev. Janice Cary. “Through music and prayer and shared silence we open ourselves to faith and allow that faith to carry us forward.” Unity observes World Day of Prayer each September as a time for people to gather in spiritual practice and affirm hope. Participants of all backgrounds are welcome to attend the evening service and experience its message of love and inner strength.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call or text 772307-0382 or visit MorningSunWellness.com. Morning Sun Wellness LLC is located inside The Red Thread Center at 654 SE Monterey Rd, Stuart. (MM455590, MA85479)
Cost: Love offering. For more information, call 772-461-2272 or visit UnityOfFortPierce.com. Unity of Fort Pierce is located at 3414 Sunrise Blvd in Fort Pierce.
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Deeper recovery may require reducing stimulation and allowing the mind and body to disengage from everyday demands.
Rest Is Not the Same as Recovery
Don’t Wait Until You’re Running on Empty We often approach recovery reactively, pushing until we are exhausted, overwhelmed or no longer functioning at our best. Yet athletes incorporate recovery into their training rather than waiting for performance to suffer, and we charge our phones before the battery reaches zero. Recovery can be approached the same way: as a regular practice rather than an emergency response. The goal is not to eliminate stress, but to develop habits that allow us to recover before it continually accumulates.
Why Taking a Break Isn’t Always Enough by Chris Jones
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any people recognize when they are busy, but fewer recognize when they are depleted. In today’s alwaysconnected world, stress and overstimulation can become so familiar that they begin to feel normal. Signs that we may need more recovery include difficulty sleeping, persistent fatigue, irritability, brain fog, muscle tension and feeling “wired but tired.” Perhaps one of the most telling signs is struggling to relax even when we have free time. Stress itself is not necessarily the enemy. It is a normal response that helps us meet challenges. The problem arises when stress repeatedly occurs without adequate recovery. Continually asking more from ourselves without replenishing our physical, mental and emotional resources can contribute to exhaustion and declining well-being.
Taking a Break Isn’t Always Recovery One common misunderstanding is that recovery automatically happens when we stop working. Taking a break is important, but stopping an activity does not necessarily mean we are recovering. Think about how many of us “relax.” We finish a stressful day and pick up our phones, scroll social media, binge-watch television, check emails or consume news. We may be physically resting, but our brains are still processing stimulation. Taking a break removes the demand. Recovery restores the person.
Recovery does not have to be complicated. Breathwork, meditation, time in nature, reduced screen time, gentle stretching, quality sleep and mindfulness can all create opportunities to slow down. Even 10 to 15 minutes of intentional quiet can be a meaningful place to start. Other practices intentionally create environments with less stimulation. Floatation therapy, for example, takes place in a quiet setting where the body floats effortlessly in warm, highly buoyant saltwater. With fewer external sights, sounds, physical pressure points and distractions competing for attention, the experience provides an unusual opportunity to simply be still. For many people, stillness can initially feel unfamiliar. We have become so accustomed to stimulation that the absence of it can seem strange. Learning to become comfortable with quiet may itself be an important part of developing healthier recovery habits. No single practice is the answer for everyone. What matters is finding restorative activities that work for you and making them part of your routine rather than waiting until stress becomes overwhelming.
Make Recovery a Priority Our culture celebrates productivity, availability and the ability to keep going. Technology allows us to remain connected almost constantly, but being connected is not the same as being restored. Recovery does not mean escaping your life. It can mean intentionally creating periods when nothing needs your attention, nothing needs to be answered and nothing is demanding that you keep going. Rest is what happens when we stop doing. Recovery is what happens when we give the mind and body the conditions they need to restore themselves. In an increasingly overstimulated world, perhaps the most important change is simple: don’t wait until you’re depleted to begin recovering. Chris Jones is the owner of Synergy Float Spa in Merritt Island, where he helps people explore floatation therapy and other approaches to relaxation, recovery and nervous system wellness. For more information, call 321-305-6275 or visit SynergyFloatSpa.com. See ad, page 17. September 2026
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Health Briefs Exercise: Aim for 30 to 60 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise, including resistance training, two to three times per week. Supplements: Berberine and soluble fiber may be beneficial. Psyllium husk may also help reduce post-meal glucose spikes.
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Understanding the Risks of GLP-1 Medications by Grant Thomas, APRN
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LP-1 medications have transformed the treatment of obesity and Type 2 diabetes, helping many patients achieve significant weight loss and improved metabolic health. But are patients having enough conversations with their health care providers about the potential risks? These medications can be highly effective, but they are not without side effects. According to prescribing information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, potential complications may include delayed gastric emptying, gallbladder disease, pancreatitis, dehydration-related acute kidney injury. Some GLP-1 medications carry a boxed warning related to a possible risk of medullary thyroid carcinoma. Patients may also lose lean muscle mass during rapid weight loss. A 2026 Epic Research analysis of more than 380,000 adults without diabetes found that, among patients who maintained a stable weight, those prescribed GLP-1 medications had a 22% higher likelihood of osteoporosis than those prescribed other weight-loss medications.
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Every medication has benefits and risks, and patients deserve a thorough discussion before beginning a GLP-1 medication for weight loss. For some people, alternatives to GLP-1 medications may include lifestyle changes and other medically appropriate treatment options.
Consider these foundational strategies: Diet: Prioritize a low-carbohydrate, high-protein diet. Focus on wholefood protein sources such as eggs, lean meats, nuts and Greek yogurt.
Prescription medications: Low-dose naltrexone, also known as LDN, may help control appetite and cravings. Lipotropic injections, such as Lipo-C, may support fat metabolism. Weight loss does not always require a GLP-1 prescription. Sustainable results often begin with optimizing nutrition, building muscle, improving insulin sensitivity and addressing the root causes driving weight gain. The safest plan is one developed with a qualified health care professional who considers the patient’s health history, goals and individual risks. Grant Thomas, APRN, AGACNP-BC, CFMP, FNP-C, works alongside Inga Santoro, RN, EMT-P, to provide mobile direct primary care and functional medicine in Brevard County. For further information on weight loss, visit BlueHeronWellnessBrevard.com or call 321-222-7842. See ad, page 27.
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Rare Deep-Sea Coral Habitat Discovered
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hile exploring the seabed of the South Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Argentina, scientists from the Schmidt Ocean Institute made a remarkable discovery—a rarely seen Bathelia candida coral reef covering at least .15 square miles, which included a diverse ecosystem with basket stars, crabs, octopi, fish and a giant phantom jellyfish. The researchers, who identified 28 potential new species, were surprised to see such a large amount of animals living together in deep waters where food is scarce. The team used a remote-operated vehicle to traverse the area, which is characterized by perpetual darkness and immense pressure. Habitats like this one appear to thrive on the organic debris, fecal pellets and dead plankton that drift from the sunlit ecosystem above. This newfound, deep sea reef lies beneath one of Argentina’s productive fishing regions, which scientists believe may be sustaining the Bathelia candida. Understanding these types of habitats can help governments, businesses and communities make informed decisions about fishing practices, deep-sea mining and ocean conservation efforts. Protecting ocean biodiversity can benefit marine food webs, which ultimately support coastal economies and food supplies.
Nature-Inspired Membranes Pave Way for Cleaner Industry
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Introduction to Somatic Therapies Reconnecting Mind and Body in an Overstimulated World
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e are often told to “just breathe” when we feel distressed, overreactive, overstimulated, hyper-vigilant, exhausted or digitally overloaded. Stress is a common consequence of modern life, and sometimes, a few deep breaths can provide relief. However, when stress becomes ever-present and deep-seated, we may need a bit more help to release the tension in our muscles and to lower our heightened blood pressure out of fight-flight-or-freeze mode. Somatic healing practices can provide a reset through movement and body awareness. According to Gina Nick, Ph.D., a naturopathic physician with 25 years of experience and an integrative
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medical practice in Los Angeles, “Somatic therapies are designed to address physical tension and release the stored emotions and stressors housed in the body.” These practices—which can be performed at home or with the help of a professional—forge a healthy, fluent connection between the mind and body by creating heightened self-awareness and boosting recovery and resilience. The result is sustained calmness and an improved ability to achieve serenity, focus and cognitive clarity.
Noticing the Body’s Messages “Chronic stress doesn’t just affect your thoughts. It changes your biology,” explains Daniel Amen, M.D., a double board-certified psychiatrist,
neuroscientist and author of multiple national bestsellers, including Change Your Brain, Change Your Pain: Breaking the Doom Loop to Heal Chronic Physical and Emotional Pain. “When stress hormones stay elevated for too long, they increase muscle tension, fire up inflammation and contribute to chronic pain. They also disrupt sleep, impair digestion and can even reduce blood flow to the brain, making you feel anxious, exhausted or mentally foggy.” Somatic therapy relies on interoception—awareness of body sensations—to identify and release stress and trauma. These sensations originate from the autonomic nervous system, which governs involuntary bodily functions like heart rate and digestion. Examples of negative body sensations include clenching muscles, racing pulse, stomach churning, temperature fluctuations, tightness around the chest and tingling. Steven Bradshaw, a psychologist, somatic experiencing practitioner and founder of Beyond Psychology Center, in Los Angeles, explains that the autonomic nervous system features two sub-systems that regulate safety: the sympathetic nervous system that mobilizes the body for action in dangerous situations and the parasympathetic nervous system to promote calmness and recovery. Chronic stress or trauma can get stuck in the sympathetic nervous system, causing a state of constant alertness. “The body is safety for the mind,” he remarks. “I use a mind-body approach that engages your inner healer to move from states of anxiety, burnout, disconnection and pain into states of goodness, flow and a deep sense of belonging in your own body.” Aimie Apigian, M.D., MS, MPH, founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated and author of The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It, explains, “Somatic therapies are bodybased approaches that work at the level of sensation. Sometimes that means creating a sensation of safety in the body, and sometimes it means creating MyNaturalAwakenings.com
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the sensation of overcoming a moment of powerlessness from the past, often through movement, by finally doing the self-defense movement you were not able to do when the real event happened. The benefit is that we uncouple a sensation from the meaning of danger it got paired with. That can be an internal sensation, like the twisting of your gut, or an external one, like a particular sight or smell. The sensation stops automatically signaling danger, and the body gets to learn a new response rather than only understanding the old one.”
Mind-Body Practices “As anyone who has ever danced knows, our feelings can be more readily accessed through movement and getting in touch with our body’s sensations, which is what somatic therapy does,” says Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D., a boardcertified internist specializing in chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, sleep and pain, as well as the author of several books, including Pain Relief in 4 Simple Steps: Eliminating the Root Causes of Chronic Pain. While conventional talk therapy focuses on using the rational mind to release embedded stress, daily body-awareness activities can help people learn to process their tension while building emotional resilience. Amen recommends starting with basic practices, including slow diaphragmatic breathing, daily body movements, good quality sleep and time spent in nature. One of his favorite calming strategies is the butterfly hug to soothe the brain and body. “Simply place your hands on your opposite shoulders and gently stroke them downward,” he explains. Other self-somatic therapies can calm the body and mind, creating a sense of safety, which quiets racing thoughts and brightens the person’s outlook. “The aim of a daily practice is to create a sensation of internal safety or a felt sense of support in the body,” Apigian counsels. Four-Count Breath: An excellent tension reliever and mental refresh, the four-count breath can be performed anywhere at any time. Inhale fully while counting to four, hold for four, exhale for four and pause for four. Repeat up to five times.
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Body Scan: This exercise is all about interoception and is done by noticing sensations from head to toe while sitting or lying down comfortably. Full-Body Shake: Standing up and shaking arms, legs and shoulders for 30 seconds not only loosen limbs but also relieves pent-up stress. Rolling the head in a circular motion can also release knotted tension at the base of the neck. Humming: The vibrations from humming (either a tune or single note like an “Om”) physically calms the vagus nerve, which bidirectionally carries information via electrical and chemical messages to and from the brain. A 2023 study published in the medical journal Cureus involving 23 participants revealed that humming significantly lowered stress biomarkers compared to physical activity and sleep, with positive impacts on the parasympathetic nervous system to reduce the fight-or-flight response. Mindful Movement: Moving with intention and body awareness can deepen in-the-moment joy and appreciation while also reducing anxiety, releasing tension and improving mood. Start with deep breathing, then turn attention inward for a headto-toe body check while moving. This can be practiced while washing the dishes or participating in a fitness class. Guided Imagery: A technique that can be performed alone or with a therapist, guided imagery utilizes breathwork and meditation while envisioning an object or scene, using all of the senses. Capitalizing on the mind-body connection, multisensory visualization reduces stress and relaxes muscles.
Guided Therapies Long-term, somatic therapies with the help of expert practitioners can result in creating healthier habitual emotional patterns, which contribute to repairing mood imbalance and creating sustained well-being. 16 Space & Treasure Coast Edition
Rolfing somatic movement is a touch-based technique designed to unblock or release protective posture patterns such as shrugged shoulders, bent postures and clenched jawlines from unresolved stress, anxiety and trauma. According to the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute, Rolfing resets the body’s stress response by releasing restrictions in the fascia— the connective tissue network that surrounds, separates and holds together the body’s muscles, bones, organs, blood vessels and nerve fibers. Trauma-sensitive yoga or trauma-informed yoga is designed to cultivate a compassionate awareness of what is happening in the body in the present moment and to develop the ability to take effective action based on that knowledge. It empowers individuals to reconnect with their bodies in a safe, nonjudgmental environment and regulate the nervous system. A 2018 qualitative analysis published in International Journal of Stress Management identified key emotional themes that emerged from engaging in trauma-sensitive yoga, including gratitude, compassion, relatedness, acceptance, centeredness and empowerment. Somatic experiencing is a specialized therapy designed to retrain the nervous system by processing trauma in small, manageable sessions. Instead of focusing on the story of the trauma, the therapist guides the client to notice physical
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Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, hands-on approach that releases physical tension to enhance relaxation. It focuses on the skull, spine and craniosacral system, which includes the cerebrospinal fluid, fascia and soft tissues surrounding the central nervous system. A 2023 study published in Behavioral Sciences (Basel, Switzerland) involving male firefighter cadets found that five weekly sessions of craniosacral therapy significantly reduced cortisol levels, a primary stress hormone.
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sensations, while providing a feeling of safety and well-being. This treatment approach releases vestigial negativity and creates a new, intuitive, more deeply selfaware and empowered way of sustaining emotional well-being. A 2021 literature review published in European Journal of Psychotraumatology reported that somatic experiencing positively impacts symptoms related to post-traumatic stress disorder, notably reducing affective and somatic complaints while improving overall well-being.
Eye-Movement Therapies Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) centers on moving the eyes in a specific manner while being guided to process traumatic or stressful memories, which are stored differently than normal or happy ones. Reprocessing helps to repair mind injury caused by the traumatic event. Brainspotting (BSP), a newer neurobased therapy, uses eye position or “brainspots” to access and release unresolved emotional energy stored in the limbic system and subcortical region of the brain. Compared to EMDR, BSP is more somatic and intuitive. In a 2022 study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, just one 40-minute session of EMDR or BSP was found to have beneficial effects in processing distressing memories.
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Mouthwatering Upgrades Dan Whalen, a lifelong enthusiast for this popular comfort food, authored the cookbook Nachos for Dinner: Surprising Sheet Pan Meals the Whole Family Will Love. “What I love about nachos is that you can make them with leftovers. Just open your fridge and find a combo of things,” he says. It all begins with a chip base, protein source, colorful vegetables and fiber-rich toppings such as avocado, fire-roasted tomatoes, fresh salsas, homemade slaws, pickled onions, tangy citrus splashes or fresh chiles. Whalen, also a food blogger and the founder of the online recipe hub The Food in My Beard, reminds us that switching things up doesn’t require eliminating our favorite fixings. “One secret to using indulgent toppings is to make sure everything is chopped up
small,” he explains. “You always want to do this anyway, so each chip can hold a mix of all the different ingredients. Doing this with more indulgent nacho toppings allows you to use less but still feel like it is prevalent in the overall dish.” Steak or pulled pork lovers can opt for shredded leaner cuts, while seasoned, sautéed ground turkey or chicken breast serves as an excellent substitute for ground beef. Vegans can enjoy meaty textures with sautéed, crumbled tempeh or tofu. And everyone can enjoy the flavorful, hearty protein provided by pinto, black or red kidney beans. Rayner notes, “Whatever protein you’re going for, don’t forget to add plenty of seasoning. You can also try toasted pepitas [pumpkin seeds] or crushed almonds for added taste and texture.” Whalen suggests upgrading the chips, explaining, “Using crispy plantain chips cuts out the extra carbs and fat in traditional tortilla chips. You can even use dehydrated or baked plantains instead of fried.” MyNaturalAwakenings.com
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replenish rather than continually giving from an exhausted place. More than simply a vacation or getaway, “a retreat provides a deliberate pause from daily stressors—an opportunity to reset the nervous system, shift perspective, and reconnect with the sacred and with the self,” explains SwaminiJi. This intentional break can be transformative, even when it lasts only a day or two. Stepping outside familiar routines can create room to notice what has been overlooked and see life with greater clarity. One of the most common changes she observes in retreat-goers is “the discovery of, or the return to, peace and joy,” along with relief from the guilt many feel for wanting to take time for themselves. Participants are surprised that even a short retreat away from familiar routines can be refreshing and transformative, describing the experience as “a breath of fresh air” or “just what I needed to see things more clearly.” Kula Kamala offers several ways to take part in spiritual retreats. Local day retreats provide a brief respite for those with limited time to devote to themselves; weekend retreats offer a short-term reset; and extended retreats allow for deeper immersion in “learning, practice, stillness, quiet and peace.” International pilgrimages to destinations such as Ireland and India add another
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singing bowl meditations increased feelings of relaxation and spiritual well-being while significantly reducing stress, depression, anxiety and anger. The researchers also found significant reductions in physical pain and tension among 40- to 50-year-olds. Because of its positive impact on the central nervous system, sound healing therapy is being used in addiction recovery and post-traumatic stress disorder, reducing relapse triggers and hyperarousal. By boosting neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin in response to certain frequencies, participants find it easier to feel, express and release suppressed emotions.
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the chronic flight-fight-or-freeze stress response. A modality known as binaural beats uses stereo headphones to provide two different sound frequencies, one in each ear. As these two tones are processed by the brain, they align to create a perceived third frequency, which is believed to promote relaxation, focus or sleep. These therapies are practiced either by themselves or alongside complementary wellness modalities such as meditation, breathwork, massage and yoga, helping practitioners quiet mental overstimulation and encourage deeper states of rest and presence. According to a 2025 article from the University of California, Los Angeles, “Research on the benefits of sound therapy is inconclusive, but growing.” There are a number of studies that seek to determine which sound frequencies are most effective, how much sound therapy is needed to gain benefits and which individuals are the best candidates for this treatment. A 2016 observational study in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine reported that
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s stress, anxiety, burnout and sleep struggles rise, many people are searching for wellness approaches that feel calming, accessible and noninvasive. According to Metatech Insights, the sound therapy market is expected to grow 9.5 percent over the next decade. A number of these types of sessions are rapidly moving from niche wellness spaces into mainstream health culture, supporting relaxation, nervous system regulation, mindfulness and emotional balance through vibration, rhythm and tone. The sound healing field includes vibroacoustic therapy, which employs specialized tables and chairs to gently send sound waves through the body. Sound baths are deeply immersive, meditative sessions involving Tibetan or crystal singing bowls, chimes, gongs and tuning forks, as well as sessions with percussive instruments like hand drums, rattles and melodic tongue drums. Other instruments like the didgeridoo and vocal toning—using the human voice— are also effective for some in turning off
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“Sound therapy is the intentional use of sound, vibration and frequency to support relaxation, self-awareness and the overall well-being of body, mind and soul,” explains sound therapist Anthony Profeta, in Vero Beach, Florida, who offers sound bath sessions to private clients and also serves as part of an integrative medical team at the Cleveland Clinic. “Physicians use sound waves therapeutically in procedures like lithotripsy to break up kidney or gallbladder stones. Many healing traditions believe that a sound bath operates on the same fundamental principle, working with subtler forms of stuck energy held in the meridians, nadis [in traditional Indian medicine] and other energy centers of the body.” Profeta adds that this physical contact with sound stimulates the vagus nerve— the longest nerve in the body and primary regulator of the parasympathetic nervous system, which slows respiration, decreases heart rate and increases heart rate variability, shifting the body out of stress and into genuine relaxation. Guy Yair Beider, a New York City-based sound healing practitioner, educator and founder of Sound Medicine Academy, emphasizes the zero-effort component of the modality. “In a wellness culture that has, ironically, become exhausting in its own right—with protocols, optimization and self-improvement that starts to feel like another job—sound healing offers something genuinely rare: permission to do nothing and still receive something real.” MyNaturalAwakenings.com
Based on experience, Profeta underscores, “Too great a variety of instruments can actually reduce the therapeutic effect.” We all experience sound differently, he explains. Some feel deeply relaxed, while others notice physical sensations, vivid imagery, vibrant colors, emotional release or a sense of timelessness. Beider believes that the effects of a sound bath or other types of sound therapy can be profound because they cut through our constant mental chatter. “Many of us are extremely skilled at thinking about our feelings without ever actually feeling them. Because sound healing offers nothing to analyze, that loop gets interrupted and whatever has been held beneath the surface often finds room to move,” he points out, encouraging participants to move slowly after a session, drink water and give themselves a few minutes before re-entering the pace of the day.
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For those new to sound therapy, Profeta recommends a low commitment, 30- to 60-minute sound bath as an introduction, asserting, “Longer is not necessarily better. After about 45 minutes, especially when participants are lying on a thin yoga mat on a hard floor, restlessness tends to increase and those positive effects begin to reverse. The quality of the sound experience matters more than duration,” he says. “Approach sound with curiosity rather than expectation. Sometimes the deepest benefit arrives very quietly: for a few moments, you become still enough to hear yourself again.”
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oga is often regarded as a practice reserved for the ultra-flexible, deeply spiritual or highly athletic— but at its core, it can simply be a practical tool for helping the body move and feel better. Individuals with compromised mobility can greatly benefit from intentional movements that incorporate stretching, balance and breath awareness. Rather than focusing on achieving perfect poses or extreme flexibility, functional yoga emphasizes sustainable movement patterns that improve joint health, posture, stability and body awareness. Yoga-inspired movements can reduce stiffness, support recovery, improve balance and help prevent injury—regardless of age, fitness level or experience. The goal is not performance or perfection; it is about maintaining freedom of movement and helping the body function more comfortably in daily activities such as walking, lifting, reaching, driving, cleaning and gardening.
Non-Demanding Postures Tim Senesi, a Southern California yoga instructor who offers instructional videos for beginners on his Yoga With Tim YouTube channel, says, “Loss of mobility is one of the primary drivers of injury and physical decline later in life. A consistent yoga practice is one of the most powerful things a person can do to stay functional and pain-free at any age. It gives us a daily opportunity to counter all the sitting, screen time and repetitive patterns that compress the body over time. The body is remarkably intelligent. Yoga helps us get out of its way and meets you where you are.” Noting that non-demanding yoga postures like Tree Pose and Mountain Pose encourage ankle, hip and core stability over time, Senesi points out, “We’re lengthening tissues under load and teaching the body to own the space it’s moving into. As we age, this becomes critical.” MyNaturalAwakenings.com
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For beginners, he recommends less intensive types of yoga such as hatha or vinyasa slow flow. “Aim for consistency over intensity, and don’t underestimate short sessions,” he counsels. “Ten to 20 minutes done consistently every day will take you further than a long class once a week. The nervous system learns through repetition, not duration, and short, frequent practice is where real change happens.” Senesi recommends the following poses, adding that notable mobility improvements are possible within two to three weeks of consistent practice: Cat-Cow for spinal mobility and low-back health: On hands and knees, inhale as the belly drops and chest lifts, then exhale as the spine rounds up. Let the breath lead the movement. Low Lunge to counteract the effects of prolonged sitting by opening the hip flexors: Step one foot forward, lower the back knee to the floor and breathe. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds per side. Reclined Supine Twist to improve rotational mobility: Lying on the back, draw one knee to the chest and guide it across the body. Hold each side at least 60 seconds. Legs Up the Wall for recovery, improved circulation and calming of the nervous system: Sit sideways as close to a wall as possible before lying down and extending the legs vertically against the wall. Rest in this position for five to 10 minutes.
is a learned habit, suggesting that rounded shoulders, forward head positions and tight hips can improve with yoga-inspired routines. “Every time you access a joint with movement, you are lubricating the mechanism and supporting mobility,” she notes, adding that even individuals that are not very flexible can benefit from such movements. As a starting point for those with limited mobility, Yanders recommends a gentle or chair yoga class, or even a few private classes for personalized attention. “Most importantly, I support learning to work with how your body is now, not how you think it should be,” she says. Here are a few moves in her arsenal; aim for 10 to 20 repetitions per side: Side Bends: Stand tall with feet hip-width apart and place hands on the hips. Slowly bend the upper body to the right, return to the center and then bend the upper body to the left. Focus on lengthening the spine on each inhale and deepening the stretch on each exhale. Seated Ankle on Thigh: Sit straight up in a chair, lift one ankle and place it on the opposite thigh. Use one hand to gently press down on the knee of the crossed leg to open the hip. Then cup the crossed knee with the opposite hand and draw it across the body toward the opposite shoulder to stretch the gluteus muscle. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds while breathing normally. Head Twist: Gently and slowly turn the head over each shoulder to release neck tension, keeping eyes level.
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o evaluate evidence-based research for a health treatment, it is important to comprehend the research methodology, study design, included and excluded evidence, and the potential existence of bias in the study’s design, execution or funding. This understanding is essential before drawing any conclusions. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are the gold standard for evaluating the efficacy of medical treatments with minimal bias and determining if an intervention surpasses placebo effects. However, individualized homeopathy poses unique methodological challenges that differ
from testing a standardized pharmaceutical drug. Unlike conventional RCT drug trials, where all participants with the same diagnosis typically receive the same medication and dose and are evaluated uniformly over specified time periods, classical homeopathy is tailored to the individual patient rather than the disease diagnosis. Two patients with migraines, seasonal allergies or arthritis may receive different remedies based on their physical symptoms, emotional state, sleep patterns, food cravings, environmental sensitivities, personality traits and constitution. As a result, researchers designing
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conditions and post-surgical recovery, but the certainty of evidence remains low to moderate due to study limitations.
• Patients may seek improvements in well-being, energy, resilience or quality of life in addition to symptom relief, yet clinical trials measure only disease-specific endpoints.
The Scientific Debate Extends Beyond Clinical Trials
What Clinical Studies Demonstrate
Many studies on homeopathy exist, but their quality differs greatly. Some treatments, such as Arnica montana for pain management, show more promising evidence than others. Systematic reviews, which are toptier research tools that compile, evaluate and synthesize empirical studies, find the evidence on homeopathy inconclusive due to issues like small sample sizes, inconsistent study designs, varying prescribing methods, difficulty blinding individualized treatments, publication bias and poor methodologies. These limitations prevent the determination of whether benefits are due to specific homeopathic effects, nonspecific therapeutic effects, placebo responses or a combination of all three.
Some Reviews Reach Divergent Conclusions
Systematic reviews can reach different conclusions due to varying inclusion criteria. One review might include all studies regardless of quality, while another might focus only on larger trials or low-riskof-bias studies. These design differences affect the conclusions. For example, the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council found no reliable evidence supporting homeopathy for any health condition after analyzing only studies with strict methodological criteria. By contrast, a meta-analysis conducted by the University of Bern in Germany specifically focused on individualized homeopathy. The analysis concluded that statistically significant effects may exist for treating conditions such as childhood diarrhea, respiratory
Perhaps the greatest controversy about homeopathy pertains to its mechanism rather than its clinical outcomes. Many homeopathic medicines are diluted beyond Avogadro’s limit, leaving no measurable molecules of the original substance. Conventional chemistry and pharmacology struggle to explain how these highly diluted remedies could produce biological effects. Homeopathy researchers argue that these findings, along with advances in understanding complex biological systems, justify further investigation into mechanisms involving nanostructures, water organization, electromagnetic signaling and other physical processes that are not yet fully understood.
A Growing Consensus for More Research Arises
Scientists on both sides of the homeopathy debate agree that future research must combine the methodological rigor of randomized trials with study designs that more accurately reflect clinical practice. This requires larger sample sizes, transparent
reporting, standardized outcome measures, longer follow-up periods and independent replication across multiple research centers. Additionally, homeopathy study designs should better align the research methodology with the intervention being studied without sacrificing scientific rigor. The goal is to maintain the standard for evidence while formulating research questions that accurately represent the personalized nature of homeopathy practice. This approach will yield clearer insights into where homeopathy offers meaningful benefits, where it falls short and how it can best contribute to evidence-informed, patient-centered integrative healthcare. Athena Eamon is a researcher and parent with nearly two decades of experience studying and using homeopathy, integrative health and whole-person wellness. Dr. Lauri Grossman has more than 30 years of experience as an integrative care expert, chiropractor, classical homeopath and global educator. Underwritten by Grato Health, in operation since 1987, dedicated to advancing health and wellness through natural, holistic solutions that support the body’s ability to heal.
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Sunday, October 11- Tuesday, October 20 Vaishno Devi/Shakti Peetham India Pilgrimage – Join a small group pilgrimage from Delhi to Katra, India and receive darshan at many sacred temples along the way, including and culminating in the Vaishno Devi Temple in Katra. $3900. For information and further details, visit KulaKamalaFoundation.org or speak to Casey at 484-509-5073 ext 1.
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Wednesday, July 28 - Wednesday, August 4, 2027 The Veil of Ra – Egypt Eclipse Journey – Sacred travel retreat to Luxor, Egypt, led by Anthony Profeta, experienced international retreat leader. Witness over 6 minutes of total solar eclipse totality—the longest of the century—plus temple visits and guided ceremonies. Once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage. 914-319-3477. AnthonyProfeta.com/Retreats.
ONLINE CLASSES
Tuesday, September 1 Raise Your Spiritual IQ! – 4:30pm. 3-Free Exploration Classes. Past Lives, Dreams and Soul Travel. Free. MorningSide Library, 2140 SE Morningside Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. Room 105. eck-florida.org.
Wednesday, September 2 Rooted in Gratitude November
Virtual Spiritspeaks Evidential Medium Beth Lynch – 7-8:30pm. An inspirational evening of Spirits messages & love, in comfort & privacy of your home. Connection to loved ones crossed is sacred, personal & natural. Families sitting together only one needs to register. Special ticket price for 2 virtual spaces. Send any questions to innerlight444@gmail.com or 888-271-4487 $30. Bethlynchonline9_2.eventbrite.com.
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Sunday, September 13 Online or Teleconference – 11am. Sparkplug for Spiritual Growth: Discover HU, an Ancient Mantra and Sacred Sound. Please RSVP by Saturday September 12 at 10pm. Free. meetup.com/eckankarinstuart/events
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Monday, September 21 Quantum Healing Activation – 8-8:30pm. Join a six-session Zoom healing series held Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for two weeks. Sessions focus on energetic clearing, grounding and alignment while supporting emotional release, energetic detoxification and the release of trauma-related patterns and heavy energy. Relax and receive as energetic imbalances are addressed. $144. 516-965-9951. CardinalHealings.com
Mondays, September 28 - November 2 Rewire To Lose Weight – 7-8:30pm. Lose weight without strict diets or willpower! Join me on Zoom for this 6-week group hypnosis program for women to achieve lasting weight loss and wellness. Eliminate cravings and transform habits, so that the weight melts away. Become empowered to create lasting healthy changes in your life. Reduce stress, emotional eating and patterns that aren’t helping you achieve your goals or feel your best! We meet live on Zoom weekly for 6 weeks and replays are available. $99 per week. MindDaisies.com/RewireWeight.
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Sunday, September 13 Thursday, September 24 Soul of Egypt – A VIP spiritual travel pilgrimage with Anthony Profeta, meditation teacher with 25+ years’ experience. Includes private 2-hour rental of the Great Pyramid with exclusive access to King’s, Queen’s and Subterranean Chambers, plus temples, Nile cruise and guided meditations. Egypt. 914-319-3477. AnthonyProfeta.com/Retreats
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Saturday September 26 Sunday, September 27
THE NEWLIFE Wellness Longevity Summit & Expo – 10am-6pm. Visionary speakers and innovative companies shape the future of human potential. Exhibit and lecture space available. Celebrating 37 years; free registration for first 300 attendees. Amrit Oceanfront Resort 3100 North Ocean Dr, Singer Island. 917-776-4969. NewLifeExpo.com
SPACE COAST EVENTS
Wednesday, September 2
Symphony of Celestial Sounds – 5:30-6:30pm. Sound Bath w/ Singing Bowls & Gongs. These sound waves move through you, re-setting your nervous system and guiding your brain into deeply relaxed alpha and theta states, where real healing begins. Led by Anthony Profeta. $30. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Thursday, September 3
Spiritual Intuitive Development and Healing Course – 7-8:30pm. The 8-week course teaches spiritual independence and helps build a strong foundation to prepare for the more advanced practices. Teachings include Techniques for balancing the Chakras, Spirit Guides, Intuitive Development and more. Cheri Hart is a professional clairvoyant, a Medical Intuitive, and a Certified Master-Healer. Held on Thursdays. Bring a journal and pen. $250 (includes handouts & mentoring). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Friday, September 4 Pilates Sculpt Class – Noon. An inf rared heated mat pilates class designed to build strength, endurance, and total-body sculpt/ tone. Through controlled, breath-led movement, you’ll combine Pilates fundamentals with strength-focused exercises using weights, bands and other props. Expect an upbeat empowering experience that challenges your muscles and leaves you feeling strong, energized, and accomplished. $30 drop-in or included in memberships or packages. Sweat Haven, 2411 Town Center Ave, Melbourne. 321-361-5511. SweatHavenFL.com
Friday September 4 Sunday, September 6 Weekend Yoga & Meditation Intensive – 6-9pm., Includes various foundational meditative techniques and teach students how to practice and instruct these techniques, an introduction to Noble Silence w/practice, Developing the Teacher: Correction vs. Connection w/practice time and more. Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 9am-5pm. Registered yoga teachers with Yoga Alliance earn 20 CE’s. Led by Nicole and Craig Costello. $425 (entire weekend). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
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Monday, September 7 Activate and Heal the 7-Chakra System with Reiki, Mantras, Mudras and Sound Healing – 5:30-7pm. Activate the chakras and learn how the techniques in this experience can help to remove any blocked energy centers. Maria will channel Reiki through the crystal and Tibetan bowls. While laying in Savasana, she will offer hands-on Reiki and essential oils specific to each chakra. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Wednesday, September 9 New Moon Crystal Bowl Meditation with Reiki Healing – 5:30-7pm. This is a meditative journey of healing, relaxation & connection. Crystal Bowls & Himalayan Bowls will be played during the entire meditation. Led by Maria Banas. Bring yoga mat. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Friday, September 11 Fred again.. Pop-Up Hot Vinyasa Concert Class – 6-7pm. An intentional evening centered around movement, wellness, and community. Guests will enjoy a 60-minute hot vinyasa yoga class, followed by an open community contrast experience featuring infrared sauna, cold plunge, red light therapy, and chromotherapy. Each month also features a rotating local business, along with wellness products and samples, healthy bites and beverages, exclusive discounts, and meaningful connection in a welcoming community setting. $30 drop-in or included in memberships or packages. Sweat Haven, 2411 Town Center Ave, Melbourne. 321361-5511. SweatHavenFL.com.
Friday, September 11 Sunday, September 13 Weekend Yoga Intensive – 5:30-9:30pm. Yoga for Special Conditions &Themed Classes: Creative & Adaptive Teaching. Learn to create safe, adaptive, and intentional classes for special populations and to design themed yoga experiences. Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 9am-6;30pm. Registered yoga teachers with Yoga Alliance earn 20 CE’s. Led by Nicole and Craig Costello. $450 (entire weekend). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Saturday, September 12 Turtle Krawl – 7:30am. The Sea Turtle Preservation Society has been protecting sea turtles and their habitat in Brevard County for more than 35 years. Our annual Turtle Krawl 5K event provides needed funds to continue the organization’s education and conservation programs. All race proceeds benefit the Sea Turtle Preservation Society’s mission to help sea turtles survive. Register online. James H. Nance Park, 111 S. Miramar Ave, Indialantic. TurtleKrawl.com Graceful Aging with Ayurveda – 9am. Our aging is influenced by our habits, experiences, practices, diet, and self-care. Learning your unique mind-body-type through Ayurveda can show us the best methods for aging grace-
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fully with vitality and ease. Led by certified Ayurveda instructor Kasey Claytor. Email Kasey at kasey1@cfl.rr.com for more information and to reserve your seat. Seating will be limited. Voluntary Donation. Osprey Money Management LLC, 918 South Washington Ave, Titusville
Saturday, September 12 – Sunday, September 13 Natural Wellness Expo – 10am. Sat & Sun. Enjoy 55 booths with health and wellness related vendors, practitioners, and authors. Entrance fee: $10/day. Children 12 & under free. Melbourne Hilton Rialto, 200 Rialto Place in Melbourne. See website for more details NaturalWellnessExpo.com
Monday, September 14 Donation Energy Massage Healings - with Teren – 9am-5pm. Teren Nichols will be offering healings all day as a gift to our community. Teren is a licensed massage therapist, a Certified Pranic Healer, and a Certified Reiki Master-Healer. Cost: Gratitude Donation of any amount Register online or call 321-7299495. Donation. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. AquarianDreams. com/special-events Yin Yoga with Meditation – 5:30-7pm. Yin Yoga allows a gentle opening of the body using props to support the pose held for 3-5 minutes. Class includes a peaceful meditation. All Levels. Led by Blake Churchman. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Wednesday, September 16 Season of Creation Potluck Dinner – 5:307pm. At Sebastian United Methodist Church guest speaker Elyse Geraghty will share the secret life of Manatees and what we can do to protect them. Learn more about the Season of Creation, a spiritual observance of Earth awareness by ecumenical churches worldwide since 1989. All faiths, nonfaiths, all people welcome. For more info call or text 321345-1715. Watch for other Season of Creation activities. Free, bring a dish, optional. Sebastian United Methodist Church, 1029 Main St, Sebastian. SebastianUMC.org.
Thursday, September 17 Community Kirtan – 7-8:15pm. 3rd Thur. Please join Sundari and friends for a night of Harmoniums, guitars, drums and our voices. If you play an instrument, have a song please share. Singing devotional chants and songs. free. Sundari Yoga Studio, 46 North Brevard Ave, Cocoa Beach. 321-591-4457.
Friday, September 18 Trance to Transformation Experience: A Higher Consciousness Experience – 5:306:45pm. Learn how to quickly access the trance states and be guided to higher states and learn to return to those states with ease. Led by Bruce Orion, For more information BruceOrion.com. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Saturday, September 19
Paws for a Cause – 9am. Bringing the entire Brevard community together for a day of movement, shopping, connection, and giving back! This event is for everyone! Bring your friends, family, and pups to enjoy workout classes (Sweat Haven will be guiding 2 classes this day!), local vendors, food and drinks, raffles, fun activations, and adoptable dogs. Proceeds will benefit the Brevard Humane Society and help support animals in need. Come spend the day with your community while making a difference for a great cause! Donations. Duran Development Center 7032 Stadium Pkwy, Melbourne. Volunteer for Coastal Cleanup – 9:15-11am. Join hundreds of other locals as we clean up the neighborhoods we love. Join our team at the Ambersands beach access with Sebastian United Methodist church or other locations throughout the Treasure Coast. Bring your own water, Register by Sept 5th for Free tee-shirt. More info text 321-345-1715. Free, Ambersands Beach Access, 12570 Jimmy Buffett Mem Hwy, Vero Beach. GreenTeams.my Free Your Fascia: A Gentle Yoga + SelfMyofascia Release Workshop – 11am-1pm. Release tension, melt away tightness, and restore balance throughout your body. This experience with “Kate the Great” blends gentle yoga with myofascial release (MFR), simple self-massage techniques using therapy balls and props that target the fascia, the connective tissue surrounding your muscles and organs creating a web throughout your entire body. $50. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events Qi-Gong Flow – 2-3:15pm. Consisting of mindful movements, still postures, meditation, and breathing techniques, qi-gong is not all too different from the yoga asana and pranayama practices. Johnny Powell combines beginner level qi-gong movements with some yoga poses and ends with working on meditation techniques. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events Working with the Spiritual Energies of the Heart with Daniel Lamontagne – 4-6pm. Using techniques of walking, standing and sitting, Daniel will work with the spiritual energies of the heart meditation practice. He will place people in particular formations to enhance one’s own meditation practice, provide energy and intuition demonstrations, explain how to understand energy and use it for healing ourselves and others. $45 ($35 early pre-paid). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Sunday, September 20
Lightworker Community Sunday Circle – 10am. An hour of Universal Inspiration, Higher Consciousness, Meditation, Healing & Devotional Chants. Facilitated by Cheri Hart, speaker: Bruce Orion, music: Johnny Powell, Meditation: Roxy Rondeau. (Second Sunday of every month) Pre-registration recommended. Donation $10-$20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
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Kundalini Yoga for the Fall Equinox: Release & Balance – 2-4pm. Focusing on a Kriya or sequence to challenge the navel center and release stagnation in the elimination system, bringing energy and balance to all the energy centers in the body. This Kriya incorporates movement, mantra, and meditation. Led by Marilyn Diaz. $35 ($30 early pre-paid). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Monday, September 21 The Living Zodiac: Libra Season- Rebalancing Relationships – 5:30-7pm. The Living Zodiac is a 12-month experiential journey through the archetypes of the zodiac—designed to help you understand yourself on a deeper level, move through stuck patterns, and reconnect with your inner truth. Each workshop may include tarot, or oracle pulls, guided meditation, and embodied movement. Led by Roxy Rondeau. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Tuesday, September 22 Live Sound Immersion – 7-8pm. Explore how sound helps the body relax and process pain, stress and dis-ease. Wear comfy clothes and bring a blanket, pillow and mat. Chairs available. Guided by Carrie Porhammer, LMT. (MA108061). $15 with RSVP. Held on the 4th Tuesday. Therapeutic Massage Group, 1049 Eber Blvd, Ste 103, Melbourne. 321-482-6684. AwareSelfCare.com
Wednesday, September 23 Chakra Balancing Yoga and Meditation – 5:30-7pm. A guided chakra balancing meditation with Blake Churchman, using breath, visualization, and mindful awareness to harmonize the body’s seven sacred energy centers. This grounding practice invites you to release energetic blockages, cultivate inner balance, and open yourself to the healing wisdom within. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Friday, September 25 Yin & Resonance: A Restorative Sound Journey – 6-7:30pm. Craig Costello and Blake Churchman led a 90-minute yin yoga experience blending long-held, supported postures with live mantra music. . $35. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
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Sweat Social – 6-9pm. An intentional evening centered around movement, wellness, and community. Guests will enjoy a 60-minute hot vinyasa yoga class, followed by an open community contrast experience featuring infrared sauna, cold plunge, red light therapy, and chromotherapy. Each month also features a rotating local business, along with wellness products and samples, healthy bites and beverages, exclusive discounts, and meaningful connection in a welcoming community setting. $40 non-members, $25 members. Sweat Haven, 2411 Town Center Ave, Melbourne. 321361-5511. SweatHavenFL.com
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Saturday, September 26 The Practice of Surrender: a Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath Experience – 11am1pm. Gently guided with inspiring stories, meaningful quotes, mindful breath awareness, and moments of quiet reflection that encourage a deeper connection with yourself. Each class offers a unique theme centered around self-care, self-love, and emotional well-being, creating space for both physical restoration and inner renewal. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events. Group Rebirth with Daniel Lamontagne – 1-3pm. Rebirthing, by using a variety of smoothly connected breaths; energy which may be called prana, chi, ki, or the life force is taken into the body where it dissolves and brings up anything that is unlike itself. Daniel is a trained certified rebirther. Bring a blanket & pillow. $55 (early pre-paid $45). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/ special-events. Full Moon Ocean Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Begin in Aquarian Dreams with a Crystal Bowl Meditation to help us relax & get into a deeper meditative state. Then we go out across the street to the ocean and end with a silent meditation under the moon. Please bring a towel or mat to sit on. Led by Anthony Profeta. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Sunday, September 27 Reiki II Certification Course – Noon-6pm. Reiki Level II / Usui/Holy Fire III is designed with the intention for the student to create a deeper commitment to healing themselves and others. Maria Banas is a certified Reiki Master Teacher. $185. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
Monday, September 28 Energy Cleanse: Release & Renew with Reiki & Vibrational Sounds – 5:30-7pm. This immersive meditation blends Reiki energy healing, vibrational sound, conscious breathing, body awareness and guided visualization to support full body energetic cleansing and emotional renewal. Led by Maria Banas. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
Wednesday, September 30 Deeksha Healing: The Oneness Blessing with /Soul-Sync Crystal Bowl Meditation – 5:30-7pm. Brings a shift in perception resulting in clarity and spontaneous feelings of love, joy, peace and inner silence, dissolving negative life patterns and releasing traumas stored at the cellular and energetic levels, and facilitating deep emotional and physical healing. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
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TREASURE COAST EVENTS
Tuesday, September 1
Global Prayer & Meditation during Season of Creation – 9am. Join a tradition started in 1989 by the ecumenical movement with the World Council of Churches. Pray or meditate for healing of our shared home, planet Earth. Amid climate challenges affecting people, animals and ecosystems, come together in collective reflection, hope and awareness. Invite friends to become prayer partners and join millions worldwide in this meaningful observance Join with your friends and make them prayer partners. Follow our page for more Season of Creation activities. Free. Sebastian United Methodist Church, 1029 Main St, Sebastian. GreenTeamsActivities.blogspot.com Raise Your Spiritual IQ! – 4:30pm. 3-Free Exploration Classes. Past Lives, Dreams and Soul Travel. Free. Morningside Library, 2140 SE Morningside Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. Room 105. eck-florida.org.
Wednesday, September 2
Yin Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Experience gentle stretching with Yin Yoga offered by Dave and Tim. Reset your body/mind/spirit. $10. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com.
Saturday, September 5
The Spiritual Laws of Life – 11am. The Spiritual Laws of Life Book Discussion, Uplifting class. Leave a message, 772-223-1188. Free. Eckankar Center of the Treasure Coast, 541 SE Central Parkway, Stuart. 772-223-1188. eck-florida.org.
Thursday, September 10
Unity World Day of Prayer Service – 8am. Each September Unity celebrates the transformative power of Silence and Affirmative Prayer. Our Service includes an inspirational message, amazing music and a transformative Sound Bath. This year’s theme is “Love is Alive. The affirmation is: Love leads me; Faith steadies me. Prayer carries me forward. Love Offering. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com.
Saturday, September 12
Remote Viewing Workshop – 8:30am-1pm. Learn methods for gathering information about objects or targets that are hidden from ordinary sight. Presented by Don Byrne, DRB Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy. 774-497-6648. Spark of Divine 1789 Old Dixie Hwy. Vero Beach. UnlockingYourMindWorkshops.com Youth Action Assembly – 8:30am-5pm. This assembly is open to youth grades 7-12 who live, study, work, or spend time in the Indian River Lagoon watershed. You don’t need a science background. You don’t need prior activism experience. You do need to care about where you live and be willing to work alongside others who feel the same. Whether you’re a reader, a surfer, an artist, an athlete, or someone who has simply noticed that something feels wrong with the water — this assembly was built for you. Free. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Drive, Building A, Vero Beach. LoveTheIRL.org
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The Intuition Workshop – Friday: 9am-3pm. Saturday: 9am-12pm. Sunday: 8:30am2:30pm. Discover practical ways to recognize, access, exercise and trust your intuition with the Power of 3 Intuitive Dream Team. Level 1 includes hands-on techniques for forgiveness, emotional release, communication and everyday decision-making. Level 2 offers advanced exercises, additional practice and energetic-protection techniques to strengthen confidence in intuitive perceptions. Garden Club of Indian River County, 2526 17th Ave., Vero Beach. 772-226-0167. GuidedTalk.com/Workshops
Wednesday, September 16
Season of Creation Potluck Dinner – 5:30-7pm. At Sebastian United Methodist Church guest speaker Elyse Geraghty will share the secret life of Manatees and what we can do to protect them. Learn more about the Season of Creation, a spiritual observance of Earth awareness by ecumenical churches worldwide since 1989. All faiths, non-faiths, all people welcome. For more info call or text 321-345-1715. Watch for other Season of Creation activities. Free, bring a dish optional. Sebastian United Methodist Church, 1029 Main St, Sebastian. SebastianUMC.org. Remember Who You Are – 6:30-8pm. Experience an in-person group healing designed to help release emotional and energetic patterns, clear heavy or stagnant energy and reconnect with your authentic self. Participants can relax, receive and allow intuitive, spirit-led energy work to support greater clarity, balance and inner calm. $34. Port Salerno Civic Center, 4940 SE Anchor Ave., Stuart. 516-965-9951. CardinalHealings.com
Saturday, September 19
Volunteer for Coastal Cleanup – 9:15-11am. Join hundreds of other locals as we clean up the neighborhoods we love. Join our team at the Ambersands beach access with Sebastian United Methodist church or other locations throughout the Treasure Coast. Bring your own water, Register by Sept 5th for Free teeshirt. More info text 321-345-1715. Free, Register for free tee-shirt. Ambersands Beach Access, 12570 Jimmy Buffett Mem Hwy, Vero Beach. GreenTeams.my.
Sunday, September 20
ECK Light and Sound Service – 11am. “HU: The Key to a Happier Life” Explore the Light & Sound of God. Free. 772-223-1188. eck-Florida.org.
Wednesday, September 30
Echoes & Angels: Past Lives & Angel Messages – 6:30pm. Join the Power of 3 Intuitive Dream Team—Katharine Giovanni, Paula Dice and Katie Nall, Ph.D.—for a live group demonstration exploring past lives and angelic guidance. The team will share positive messages, intuitive insights and new perspectives with as many attendees as time allows. Intergenerational Recreation Center, 1950 9th St SW, Vero Beach. 772-226-0167. MyIntuitiveFriends.com/Echoes
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Sunday______________ SPACE COAST Sunday Morning Yoga – 9-10:15am. A gentle meditative yoga with Sundari teacher rotation. Give yourself the gift of slowing down and creating space for self-care. Being guided into self-awareness through gentle stretching and active relaxation. Allowing the body and mind to shift from “fight-or-flight’ to rest -& digest. $15 drop in or 10 for $95. Sundari Yoga Studio, 46 North Brevard Ave, Cocoa Beach. 321-591-4457. Live & Give Dynamic Hatha Charity Yoga – 10-11am. 100% of donations go to a different charity monthly. September’s charity is Coastal Poodle Rescue. (CoastalPoodleRescue.org) Donation amount of your choice. Give yourself the gift of intentional restoration. No reservations required. Live and Give Charity Yoga at Classical Movement Collective 1535 Cogswell St. Suite D28 Rockledge. Questions, text or call Julie - 321-626-7494.
TREASURE COAST Sunday Prayer, Meditation and Energy Healing Service – 9-10am. Join us Sundays in the Chapel for Meditation and Energy Healing before our Sunday Celebration Service at 10am. All are welcome and we look forward to seeing you there! Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityofVero.org Sunday Celebration Service – 10-11am. Join our Ministers in the Sanctuary as they offer practical spiritual teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. All are welcome and we look forward to seeing you there. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityofVero.org Sunday Celebration Service – 10am. Celebration Service in our sanctuary and on Facebook Live. Practical spiritual teachings that support mindful and meaningful living. Spiritual counseling, Life coaching, Meditation, ACIM, Tai Chi, Pilates, Reiki. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com
Monday______________ SPACE COAST Gentle Hatha Yoga – 11am-12pm. Traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation. Accessible to all ages and body types. Led by Cindy Jovanovic. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit:
AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Iyengar Yoga with Netta – 11am-12:15pm. This class emphasizes precision in alignment, ensuring that the body is correctly positioned to maximize the benefits of each asana and prevent injury during practice. $15 drop in or 10 for $95. Sundari Yoga Studio, 46 North Brevard Ave, Cocoa Beach. 321-591-4457. Yin Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Meditative form of yoga that focuses on exercising the deep connective tissues by holding poses for several minutes. Led by Blake Churchill. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Qi-Gong – 4-5pm. Consisting of mindful movements, still postures, meditation, and breathing techniques. Qigong, yoga, and meditation all help build and wield energy, awareness, and increased vitality. Led by Johnny Powell. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
TREASURE COAST In Person, Phone or Online Healings and Readings with Beth – 9am-2pm. Experience Angelic communication, channeled healing energies, and Reiki techniques to align you with your Divine self. Personalized readings and healing sessions are crafted to empower you and soothe anxiety. Call or book your session on the website. 772-538-6211. Average readings and healings $65 for half hour. Call for in-person location. Also offered on Zoom, Vero Beach. BethVargasHealing.com. Also offered on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Pilates – 9:30-10:30am. Led by Kathleen. Cost $10 per class. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com Sunset Yoga in the Gardens - 7-8pm. All levels are welcome. The classes will be held on the promenade at sunset. Members can enjoy these classes for Free. Non-Friends Members are $12 per class. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie. 772-337-1959. Registration required: PSLBG.org events page.
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DONATIONS NEEDED FOR WILD FLORIDA RESCUE (WFR) – WFR provides safe and compassionate emergency f irst response service for wildlife in need of urgent medical attention. They operate on the generosity of our community and are in need of an ambulance. Visit WildFloirdaRescue.org to donate to their Go Fund Me drive or to set your amazon smile charity to WFR. 321-821-7881. DONATIONS NEEDED FOR CENTRAL BREVARD HUMANE SOCIETY – The Merritt Island Adoption Center and CBHS Shelter is in need of donations like Purina Cat, Kitten and Puppy Chow, canned food (kittens, puppies, cats and dogs), kitten formula (KMR), dog and cat toys, paper towels, mops and buckets, laundry detergent, trash bags and white copy paper. All donated items can be brought to the Brevard Humane Society in Cocoa or the Merritt Island Adoption Center. See their wishlist on Amazon or Chewy by visiting BrevardHumaneSocity.org. 321-636-3343 Cocoa: ext 201. Merritt Island: ext. 214. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Can you spare two hours a week to deliver meals to Brevard’s most frail seniors? The work is very rewarding and only you can put a smile on the face of those seniors who are homebound. Other volunteer opportunities include kitchen and admin work. If interested, please call the Meals on Wheels office at 321-639-8770 or visit AgingMattersBrevard.org. HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE TREASURE COAST VOLUNTEERS – Join the pack of volunteers ages 12 to 92 providing cat care, dog walking, community event and admin support, mobile adoptions, pet therapy and humane education, and thrift store support. Visit hstc1.org to complete an application form or view their donation wish list.
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A Course in Miracles – 7-8:15pm. Study, learn, practice and share experiences. $5 Love offering. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com
Tuesday_____________ SPACE COAST Yoga for Beginners – 11am-12pm. Beginners and those who like keep it basic. Instructed and supported in learning about foundation poses, proper alignment and meditation. Ellen Cameron. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Pranayama-Yoga Breathwork – 12:30-1:30pm. Calm the mind, soothe your nervous system, energize the body, and expand your focus and consciousness as your connection to your breath. Gentle yoga postures, guided breathwork and yoga nidra at end of the session. Led by Ellen Cameron. $15 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Qi Gong Class – 3-4pm. Easy movement, with balance exercises, and moving meditation. Class is inside. Drop-in fee is $12 per class. Monthly rate is $10 per class. Membership cards are $80 for 10 classes. Led by Katie Nall.
Intergenerational Recreation Center, 1590 9th St SW (Oslo Road), Vero Beach. 772-266-0167. Reggae Yoga Flow– 4-5pm. Strengthening, building flexibility, and meditation through movement, mixing in qi gong and psychology, classes act as a cleanse of body, mind, and spirit. All levels. Classes set to mellow reggae music. Led by Johnny Powell. $15 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Hatha Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Multi-level class for beginners and intermediates. As a registered nurse Ellen’s knowledge of anatomy & physiology allows her to modify asanas to her student’s ability so they get the benefits of practice without the strain. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
TREASURE COAST Diabetes Support Group – 1pm. A free support group meets at the South Mainland Library in Micco every Tuesday for discussion and encouragement, and more are planned. No matter where you are in your diabetes journey, you are welcome here. For more information, contact Roseann Spatafore at roseann@diabetessimplified123.com. South Mainland Library, 7921 Ron Beatty Blvd, Micco. DiabetesSimplified123.com.
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Drum Circle & Reiki – 6-8pm. Drum circle 6-7pm with provided drums or bring your own instrument; includes singing and dancing. Reiki session follows 7-8pm; all are welcome to receive. Love donation. Scented Dragon, 6652 S US 1, Port St. Lucie. 772-8772102. ScentedDragon.com Manifest Health and Abundance! – 6:308pm. Held the 2nd Tues. Manifest good health and abundance. Explore your body’s inner healing power. You are invited to learn and share about practical health tips and tricks. All are welcome. Facilitated by Carrie Porhammer, LMT MA108061. Free with RSVP: 321-482-6684. Therapeutic Massage Group, 1049 Eber Blvd, Ste 103, Melbourne.
Wednesday___________ SPACE COAST Gentle Yoga – 11am-Noon. Gentle Hatha Yoga uses traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation to bring back balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. This peaceful multi-level class is accessible to all ages and body types. Teacher: Dena Armstrong. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Crystal Bowl Yoga Nidra Meditation – 12:301:30pm. Uses guided meditation to take you into a state between waking and sleeping,
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the crystal bowls use pure harmonic tones and vibrations to entrain your brainwaves, making it easier to reach deep Alpha and Theta states of relaxation. Led by Dena Armstrong. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Yin Yoga – 4-5pm. Allows a gentle opening of the body using props to support the yoga pose held for 4-5 minutes. Ends with a meditative sound bath with crystal bowls. All Levels. Led by Blake Churchman. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
TREASURE COAST In Person, Phone or Online Healings and Readings with Beth – 9am-2pm. Experience Angelic communication, channeled healing energies, and Reiki techniques to align you with your Divine self. Personalized readings and healing sessions are crafted to empower you and soothe anxiety. Call or book your session on the website. 772-538-6211. Average readings and healings $65 for half hour. Call for in-person location. Also offered on Zoom, Vero Beach. BethVargasHealing.com. Also offered on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Tai Chi for Better Balance – 9-10am. Members can enjoy these classes for $7 per class and Non-Friends Members are $14 per class.
Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie. 772337-1959.Registration required: PSLBG.org events page. Insight Meditation – 11-11:30am. Insight Meditation with Rev Janice Cary. Clear your mind and calm your emotions. Listen for spiritual wisdom. Offered in the sanctuary and through Zoom. Meeting ID is 772-461-2272. Donation accepted through PayPal and Zelle. $5. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityOfFortPierce.com
Thursday_____________ SPACE COAST Yoga for Beginners – 11am-Noon. Learn foundational postures, proper alignment, and the use of props with Dena Armstrong. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Flow & Restore Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Dynamic, breath-led flow designed to build strength, improve mobility, and get a little heat going. Second half of class is all about deep rest, guiding you into Yoga Nidra with Dena Armstrong. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
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Hatha Yoga with Lisa – 4:30-5:30pm. A fun, gentle, multi-level hatha yoga practice. Using the breath to become centered, then moving through stretches to warm-up the body, followed by postures to increase flexibility, develop strength, and engage our core for balance and support. Singing bowls accompany savasana. Membership required or check website for a 3-day pass. LA Fitness, 4454 Hollywood Blvd, West Melbourne. Hatha Yoga – 5:15-6:15pm. Multi-level class for beginners and intermediates. As a registered nurse Ellen’s knowledge of anatomy & physiology allows her to modify asanas to her student’s ability so they get the benefits of practice without the strain. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
Friday________________ SPACE COAST Gentle Hatha Yoga – 11am-12pm. Traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation to bring back balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. All ages and body types. Led by Cindy Jo. Please bring your own mat. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
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Yin Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Meditative form of yoga that focuses on exercising deep connective tissues of the body by holding poses for several minutes at a time. Benefits of yin include improved flexibility, improved joint mobility, release of fascial tension, and calming of the nervous system. Led by Roxy. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Kids Yoga (5-10 years) – 3-3:45pm. Playful introduction to the practice of yoga and mindfulness. Practicing Breath, Balance, Focus, Flexibility, Strength, Conf idence and Connection. Parents are welcome to participate. Led by Debra Walden Thornton. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
TREASURE COAST Readings, Healing Sessions, Private Classes and Coaching – 9am-3pm. Her personalized readings and healing sessions are crafted to empower you while soothing anxiety and stress. Connect with Beth today to begin your journey towards empowerment and peace. $65 per half hour for most services. Call for in-person location. Also offered on Zoom, Vero Beach. BethVargasHealing.com
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Tai Chi - 10:30-11:30am. Slow gentle, healing movements. Decrease stress and anxiety, increase energy, muscle strength and balance. Led by Eric Ellegood. Cost $10/class or $50 for 6. In sanctuary. EllegoodEric@gmail. com. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. Drum Circle & Reiki – 6-8pm. Drum circle 6-7pm with provided drums or bring your own instrument; includes singing and dancing. Reiki session follows 7-8pm; all are welcome to receive. Love donation. Scented Dragon, 6652 S US 1, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2102. ScentedDragon.com Reiki Circle – 6:30pm. Reiki Master Trish Gable. Release the tensions and start the weekend with a calm mind and open heart. Reiki is a healing energetic exchange that refreshes and renews your mind/body/spirit. Cost $10/ class or $50 for 6. In sanctuary. Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-4612272. UnityOfFortPierce.com
Saturday_____________ SPACE COAST Hatha Yoga with Jeanne – 9-10:15am. Enjoy a gentle flow yoga class for all levels with breath work and meditation sprinkled throughout. Bringing awareness to the physical body, allowing the spirit to shine, and reminding us that peace is always within us. $15 drop-in,10 f0r $95. Sundari Yoga Studio, 46 North Brevard Ave, Cocoa Beach. 321-591-4457.
Beginning Hatha Yoga – 9-10am. Focusing on breathwork, stretching, and gentle postures deep breathing and gentle movement in a beautiful outdoor setting. This joyful practice concludes, in savasana, with a mini sound bath using Himalayan bowls. $10 donation. Yogashakti Mission, 3895 Hield Rd NW, Palm Bay. 954-663-6194. Downtown Melbourne Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. Local fresh foods, produce, food trucks, plants, artisans and crafters. Free. Riverview Park 2301 Irwin Street, Melbourne. 321-759-3713. Yin Yoga – 11am. Yin Yoga is relaxing into a prolong stretch to slowly lengthen the muscle fibers creating a feeling of balance, flexibility and peace taught by Ginny. 15drop in or 10 for $95. Sundari Yoga Studio, 46 North Brevard Ave, Cocoa Beach. 321-591-4457.
TREASURE COAST Saturday Downtown Ft. Pierce Famers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Downtown Ft. Pierce Farmers Market has over 70 friendly vendors offering a diverse selection of foods, exotic plants, spices, local produce and much more. Rain or shine. Live music, fresh food and right on the river; make it your Saturday morning tradition. Free. Riverfront Downtown Ft. Pierce 101 Melody Lane, Ft. Pierce. FortPierceFarmersMarket.com
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A BARE NECESSITY ELECTROLYSIS & LASER SKINCARE
Kelly Leary, M.S. Miranda Capparelli 5090 PGA Blvd #208, Palm Beach Gardens 561-630-XOXO (9696) 772-932-HERE (4373) RevolutionDating.com Are you single? Call to meet the Award-Winning Matchmakers, established in 1991. Every client is pre-screened in person at their well-established office. Trusted confidentiality is their practice, and love is their language. Reserve your spot in the club and connect today! #LoveMore2024 #TellYourFriends
Dentistry SMILE DESIGN AND WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Rob Brown Dr. Haley Freymiller Dr. Lisandra Hernandez Viera, 321-751-7775 SDICFL.com Innovative, comprehensive, bio-logic dentistry. Mercury safe removal, high tech office, low radiation digital x-rays. Lasers-no shot, no drill. Ozone therapy. See ad, page 25.
CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, MS, FAACP, PA
Comprehensive Mercury Free Dental Care for the Whole Family Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797 SmileProfessionals.com By connecting the whole person, we can provide Dental & Oral Solutions for Medical Conditions. We grow airways, beautiful and youthful faces for all ages via non-surgical / extraction-free alternatives. We offer many laser and appliance therapy options for TMJ Disorders, snoring & Sleep Breathing Disorders. See ad, page 31.
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Roseann Spatafore RN, BSN Serving Brevard & Indian River Counties 321-209-1077 DiabetesSimplified123.com
Massages with Purpose & Skin Care Melbourne/Palm Bay 321-480-9986 MassagesWithPurpose.com Lift, contour, and rejuvenate your skin with results-driven organic and clinical age-defying skincare, microneedling, hydrofacials, buccal lymphatic facial sculpting. Your best skin starts with one appointment. (MM35261)
Farmers Markets FARMERS MARKET GUIDE Space & Treasure Coast FarmersMarket.my-na.com
Find a Farmer’s Market near you in the Natural Awakenings Farmers Market Guide. Support your health and community by shopping locally. Bookmark the web page for easy access.
Farms: Local & Organic FLORIDA FIELDS TO FORKS, CSA 1200 Corey Rd Malabar, 321-229-5288 FloridaFieldsToForks.com
A local CSA farm, offering beyond organically raised grass-fed/ grass-finished Angus beef, Berkshire pork, Katahdin lamb, chicken eggs, raw cow and goat milk, vegetables, and more.
Brevard County 321-222-7842 BlueHeronWellnessBrevard.com
6450 N. Wickham Rd Ste 405 Melbourne, 321-367-5128 ABareNecessity.com Provides permanent hair re m ova l o f any hair color on any skin color, anywhere on the body through electrolysis and laser. Free consultations are education-focused to ensure safe, cost-effective results. See ad, page 20.
Health Food ORGANIC FOOD CENTER 862 N. Miramar Ave Indialantic, 321-724-2383 OrganicFoodCenter.com Natural & Organic grocery with wide selection of vitamins and supplements. Organic café with fresh wheat grass, vegetable juices and smoothies, vegan and gluten-free soups, sandwiches and salads.
PARADISE HEALTH & NUTRITION
Suntree, 321-242-6040 West Melbourne, 321-722-1440 Palm Bay, 321-729-8311 ParadiseHealthDirect.tflmag.com Organic and allergy-friendly groceries, fresh produce, bulk foods, all-natural supplements, organic smoothies, power bowls, organic wines and gluten-free/specialty beers. Knowledgeable staff on-hand ready to assist.
MyNaturalAwakenings.com
PEGGY’S NATURAL FOODS
Holistic Primary Care
10471 SE Federal Hwy
HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD
Hobe Sound, 772-286-1401 PeggysNaturalFoods.com Great selection of organic foods and supplements. Peggy’s Brand Vitamins, Supplements and Herbals in-store or online. Drive thru pickup and area delivery available.
SUNSEED FOOD CO-OP 6615 N. Atlantic Ave (A1A) Cape Canaveral, 321-784-0930 SunseedFoodCoop.com Community-owned, Not-for-Profit Coop founded in 1974. Largest selection of vitamins & herbs in Brevard. Organic produce and much more. Open MonSat 9-7 & Sun 10-6.
Herbalists MAMA JO’S SUNSHINE HERBALS 1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 3 Indian Harbour Beach, 321-779-4647 Enjoy a cup of complementary tea in the relaxing atmosphere of herbs and handmade herbal delights. Bulk Herbs, Handmade Products, Consultations, Classes, and Supplies. Teas, tinctures, lotions, soaps, facial products, salves, and more. See ad, page 22.
Clinics in Viera & Satellite Beach 321-757-6899 Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com Fully integrated Primary Care and Family Practice injury and illness, chronic disease, anti-aging, functional medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic and more. Same-day sick appointments. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 2.
MELISSA DEAN, MD
Dean Wellness Institute PremiereCenterforRegenerativeMedicine Vero Beach, 772-567-1500 Age Management, Weight Loss, Preventative Medicine, Andropause, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, Lifestyle Management, Vitamin Evaluation, Nutrition and many other integrative therapies. See ad, back cover.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy BEACHSIDE HYPERBARIC AND BODYWORK
Treasure Coast or Zoom 772-532-9241 MindDaisies.com
Certified Hypnotist and Stress Relief Specialist. Lose mental and physical weight, improve sleep and transform destructive habits into healthy ones! Book a free call today!
ELIZABETH L CAMPBELL, BCH CI, MNLP, CTH Stuart, 772-215-2985 Elizabeth@TranceformU.com
Combining the best of Hypnosis, NeuroLinguistics (NLP) and ThetaHealing to create rapid and lasting changes at the subconscious level. Results appear in body, mind, and spirit. From small concerns to serious trauma, from motivation to spirituality, subconscious changes positively affect all aspects of life. Telehealth services only. In Stuart since 2003.
Dean Wellness Institute Premiere Center for Regenerative Medicine Vero Beach, 772-567-1500
BONNIE KLEMM, C. HYP RTTP
When you know something isn’t right and you’ve tried to get help but still feel unheard, frustrated, stuck – together let's get to the root cause.
COLLEEN GILL HYPNOSIS
Boost oxygen levels over 300%! Hyperbaric Therapy can help heart, stroke, chemotherapy recovery, autism, addiction, tendonitis, sports injuries, auto-immune disease & more. Specialty bodywork & Graston! (MA101240, MM44507).
CHRISTI BUCK, RDN, LD, CLT
FaithRootedNutrition.com
Transform subconscious beliefs and reprogram limiting behaviors to thrive with hypnosis, breathwork, regressions, EMT & more. Quit smoking, lose weight, anxiety and sleep relief, reset nervous system.
Integrative Medicine
Hypnosis
Christi@FaithRootedNutrition.com
Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCHt 561-768-4877 RootCauseHypno.Love
476 Hwy A1A Ste 4A Satellite Beach, 321-977-4509 BeachsideHyperbaric.com
Holistic Nutrition 772-758-2400
CARRIE GAUTHIER
MELISSA DEAN, MD
Age Management, Weight Loss, Preventative Medicine, Andropause, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, Lifestyle Management, Vitamin Evaluation, Nutrition and many other integrative therapies. See ad, back cover.
RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD
Virtual Hypnotherapy 772-532-7993 BonnieKlemm.com
Rebecca Hunton, MD 417 Fifth Ave, Ste 101 A Indialantic, 321-806-7436 DrHunton.com
Licensed Clinical Hypnotherapist specializes in helping anyone facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and procrastination to boost productivity while guiding them toward health and happiness. Free consultation!
Are you Radiantly Healthy? We offer Integrative/Functional Medicine solutions to address health challenges and healthy aging! We combine both traditional and natural options including medical marijuana certification. See ad, page 33.
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IV Therapy
MORNING SUN WELLNESS LLC
THE DRIPBaR
Beth White Mountain LMT, CH 654 SE Monterey Rd, Ste 3 Stuart 772-307-0382 MorningSunWellness.com
Offering 18 Lifestyle IV drips such as time machine, powerpack and flu fighter. Health support drips like High C and chelation. 797 USP compliant compounding on-site. Also featuring Food Inflammation Testing, red light therapy and halo infrared sauna. See ad, page 22.
Offering a variety of bodywork including Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy, Ayurvedic Marma massage, Swedish and Reiki. Herbal Consultations & Classes. 25+ years of experience. (MM455590, MA85479)
6375 N. Wickham Road, Ste 101 Melbourne, 321-465-7986 TheDripBar.com
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy MASSAGES WITH PURPOSE & SKIN CARE Melbourne/Palm Bay 321-480-9986 MassagesWithPurpose.com
Restore comfort, reduce swelling, and support your body's natural healing with Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy; specializing in post-surgical recovery, detoxification, generalized swelling, labor recovery and Ultrasonic Cavitation Sculpting. (MM35261)
Massage Therapy CARRIE PORHAMMER 1049 Eber Blvd, Ste 103 Melbourne, 321-482-6684 AwareSelfCare.org
Deep tissue or relaxation massage to relieve stress or pain, and improved sleep, circulation, and range of motion. Individual/group sessions with sound, Reiki/Energy, and meditation. (MA108061)
MASSAGES WITH PURPOSE & SKIN CARE Melbourne/Palm Bay 321-480-9986 MassagesWithPurpose.com
Client and Physician Referred, Advanced Therapists providing Therapeutic Massage, Craniosacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Prenatal Massage, Scar Release, Reflexology assisting clients for better living. (MM35261)
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SANDALWOOD MASSAGE & BODYWORK BY JANE 333 17th Street, Ste D, Unit 8 Vero Beach, 772-779-1137 JaneCoyne.GlossGenius.com My passion is helping my clients find balance - in mind and body. Massage can reduce pain, muscle tension and stress, increase circulation and much more.
Metaphysical Stores CREATIVE ENERGY ENCHANTED GIFTS FOR THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL 780 W. New Haven Ave Melbourne, 321-952-6789 Info@CreativeEnergyFL.com Facebook.com/CreativeEnergyFL
We offer a wide variety of divination tools to enhance your Spiritual Journey including: Crystals, gemstones, jewelry, singing bowls, books, tarot, candles, salt lamps, sage, incense, oils, statuary, altar items & much more! Curbside pickup, shipping, and phone orders are available.
SAGEWAVE SOUND METAPHYSICAL SHOP AND SOUND SANCTUARY 909 East New Haven Ave, Ste 207 Melbourne, 754-367-0974 Sagewavesound.com
THE DEEP TISSUE SPA
Curated selection of crystals, books, tarot and oracle decks, incense, therapeutic sound tools, and unique gifts. Private and group sound sessions in our sanctuary space.
187 S. Wickham Rd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-987-0041 DeepTissueSpa.com
SCENTED DRAGON
(MA97795).
A results-oriented spa with expert therapists, open 7 days a week for deep relaxation and targeted muscle relief. Massage package discounts and gift certificates available. (MM43948) See ad, page 19.
WENDY WADE, LMT Inside Hibiscus Women’s Center 330 East Hibiscus Blvd Melbourne, 321-412-1931 Since 1998, offering prenatal/ postnatal massage, lymphatic drainage, trigger point therapy, and pain management to ease muscle tension, reduce stress, improve circulation, and promote overall wellness. (MA80458, MM44217) See ad, page 15.
6652 S US 1 Port St. Lucie, 772-877-2102 ScentedDragon.com Treasure Coast’s premier metaphysical store, now with three locations. Incense, crystals, stones, sage, candles, jewelry, workshops & more. Daily Readers and knowledgeable staff always on hand. Open 7 days.
SPARK OF DIVINE, LLC METAPHYSICAL SHOP AND HEALING CENTER 1789 Old Dixie Highway Vero Beach, 772-257-6499 SparkofDivine.com
Spark offers classes, healings, readers, yoga & much more. We carry a variety of crystals, jewelry, books, sage & many other metaphysical gifts and tools.
MyNaturalAwakenings.com
Neurofeedback
Reiki
Thermography
HARMONY NEUROFEEDBACK
BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC
THERMOGRAPHY OF BREVARD
1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 9 Indian Harbour Beach, 321-405-2795 HarmonyNeurofeedback.com
Virtual and Phone Vero Beach, 772-538-6211 BethVargasHealing.com
Pain Management
Usui/Tibetan/Karuna Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Angelologist and Mesa Carrier, Angel Healing Therapist/Reader and Teacher offers Healing, Spiritual Counseling, Cord Cutting, Divine Soul Readings and more. Helping you move into alignment with your divinity. Find your purpose.
SANDALWOOD MASSAGE & BODYWORK BY JANE
Singing Bowl Meditation
Neurofeedback has helped with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Stress, Emotional Distress, PTSD, Behavioral Issues, Mood issues, Pain, Lyme, Headaches, Concussion, TBI and a variety of other issues.
333 17th Street, Ste D, Unit 8 Vero Beach, 772-779-1137 JaneCoyne.GlossGenius.com
Nano NAD+ is locally available through Authorized Sales Partner. This topical/nasal spray offers relief from joint and muscle pain, skin issues, neuropathy, migraines and more. .
Psychics & Mediums BETH LYNCH, MEDIUM, AUTHOR Intuitive Counselor, Educator 888-271-4487 InnerLight444@gmail.com linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444
Spiritual Medium, Meditation Teacher & Author. Offers in-person appointments in Stuart, Port St Lucie, and Vero Beach. Zoom sessions also available. Certified with 29 years’ experience teaching spiritual principles.
TESS, THE TREASURE COAST MEDIUM
Intuitive Medium, Reiki Master, Past Life Regressions By appointment: 772-200-0016 TessTheHealer@gmail.com TreasureCoastMedium.com Are you grieving the loss of a loved one and need closure? Did you miss the chance to say ‘Goodbye’? Or are you in need of divine guidance about your career, love life, or finances? Allow the Angels to help you make the right decisions. Learn how to cultivate your own intuition through classes offered in spiritual development.
SOUND JOURNEY
Mobile Sound Meditation Experience 772-226-0167 Hello@DrNall.com Brings immersive sound journeys to your location using Tibetan singing bowls, gongs and chimes for meditation, relaxation, renewal, private gatherings, retreats, wellness events and workplaces. See ads, on pages 27 and 37.
Spirituality UNITY OF FORT PIERCE 3414 Sunrise Blvd Fort Pierce, 772-461-2272 UnityofFortPierce.com
Practical spiritual teachings that support people in living mindful and meaningful lives. Spiritual counseling/life coaching, Body/Mind/Spirit classes, ACIM, Tai Chi, Pilates, Reiki. Calendar online: UnityofFortPierce.com
Melbourne, Merritt Island, Vero Beach 321-312-0363 ThermographyofBrevard.com Thermography sees inflammation in the body, early detection of breast disease, dysfunction of heart, lungs, digestive system, colon, thyroid, vascular system, muscles, joints and more. See ad, page 36.
Yoga LISA JACKSON
Melbourne, Palm Bay 954-663-6194 TLCfortheSoul.com A joyful, multi-level Hatha or chair yoga practice. Using breath moving through the postures reduces stress and develops strength, flexibility, and balance. Singing bowls accompany savasana.
SWEAT HAVEN
2411 Town Center Ave Viera, 321-361-5511 SweatHavenFl.com Join us for yoga and wellness: infrared hot yoga and Pilates classes, cold plunges, infrared saunas, red light and salt therapies, wellness/fitness boutique. Community events. See ad, page 15.
UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF VERO BEACH 950 43rd Ave Vero Beach, 772-562-1133 UnityOfVero.org
Join us 10am Sundays for our Celebration Service and 9am for our Meditation Service. Be blessed by a morning of spiritual insight, inspiration, fellowship, and community.
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Utilize the Power of Regenerative Medicine to
Restore Health Naturally!
Dean Wellness Institute has been serving Vero Beach, Florida, and the surrounding areas for over 20 years. We work closely with our patients to improve their quality of life as they age. Our focus is getting the root cause of health issues, rather than treating just the symptom. We provide the most up-to-date information in an integrative manner that empowers each patient to be their healthiest.
Services Offered:
• Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men and Women • Body Contouring with Emsculpt Neo and Exion Body • Aesthetic Treatments
Melissa Dean, MD, MMB
u PDO Threads, Botox/Dysport, microneedling, Exion Face
Anti-Aging Medicine Master’s Metabolic Medicine
• PRP Therapies (including Hair Restoration) • Preventative Medicine
• Advanced Laboratory Testing • IV Wellness Therapy
• Sexual Health and Wellness u O-Shot/P-Shot, Emsella, Emfemme 360
Insurance Filing Coming Soon!
Catherine Cheries, P.A.
• Primary Care Gift Certificates Available
Dorothy Dean, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC Integrative Nurse Practitioner
772-567-1500 • 1345 36th St, Suite B • Vero Beach, FL 32960 • DeanWellnessInstitute.com