Natural Awakenings - Space & Treasure Coast Edition – November 2021 by my-na

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HEALTHY

LIVING

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Plant Medicine and How it

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Holiday Foods THAT BOOST OUR

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Steps to

DYING

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HEALTHY BRAIN STRATEGIES How to Prevent

Cognitive Decline

November 2021 | Space & Treasure Coast Edition | MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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ou need to have something green with every meal,” I told my oldest son Kyle. He’s still young enough to feel invincible and prefers anything that is grab and go, no prep required. I remember my mother instilling the “green rule” deeply within me and I still feel her influence at every meal. Even with healthy eating choices, I occasionally struggle to find a word and can feel it just out of reach. “Studies show that high stress levels can also contribute to brain fog, involving difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness and mental fatigue,” shares Linda Sechrist in Healthy Brain Strategies [page 24]. In addition, Dr. Mark Hyman recommends taking a multivitamin and mineral supplement, omega-3, extra vitamins B3, B6 and B12, folate and a good probiotic that enhances the brain-gut relationship. I certainly notice the cognitive difference when under stress or when I neglect my supplements. Getting enough sleep, exercise, eating a plant-rich diet and remembering my supplements always helps me have the energy I need to feel good. “Insufficient vitamin B6, folate and vitamin B12 can be implicated in depression and anxiety symptoms,” explains Amy Spindel, functional holistic nutritionist in Eat Well to Feel Well [page 28]. In this article, we explore the gut/brain and the food/mood connection. Also included are nutritious Thanksgiving recipes to add to your holiday table [page 30], and you can find more holiday recipes online at my-NA.com. Also in this issue, you’ll discover the healing power of medicinal plants with David Crow, an expert in botanical medicine, author and herbalist [page 26]. And in Dying Well, Four Steps to a Good Death, we consider how an awareness of dying can help us live life more fully [page 22]. This month, we celebrate Thanksgiving as an occasion to express gratitude and live fully from the heart. I’d like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for my family, friends, colleagues, our natural health community, and readers of this publication. I am so thankful to have you all in my life. Enjoy your gathering of family and friends and sharing love and gratitude.

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his holiday season, Natural Awakenings is giving away Naturally Healthy Gifts to lucky winners. The Gift-Away is sponsored by a variety of generous Natural Awakenings advertisers. “We are so excited to share these gifts with our readers and grateful to our sponsors,” says Publisher Kris Urquhart. “Anyone can enter, simply visit my-NA.com.” The prizes include an Essential Oils First Aid Kit from Natural Solutions with Dr. Ruth; a Sonicare toothbrush from Smile Design & Wellness Center; a one-hour session of Assisted Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy, or Maya Abdominal Massage from Nurturing Sol; a month of yoga plus a private session from Down to Earth Yoga; a Captain IFBI Kid’s Oral Care gift basket from Health Connections Dentistry; and a Christina’s Clean Creations Starter Set of cleaning products plus extra goodies. “While there is no purchase or requirement needed to win, we hope you’ll sign up for our email newsletter to keep up with online exclusive articles, new podcast episodes, recipes, special events and more,” says Urquhart. The prizes will be awarded in December and participants can submit multiple entries, one per day.

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THE DRIPBaR Now Open in Melbourne

ollie Gilbert is pleased to announce THE DRIPBaR is now open in Melbourne. Gilbert is excited to pursue her passion for helping others live holistic lifestyles and explore alternative medicine techniques. Through intravenous therapies The DRIPBaR can help clients fight the consequences of chronic illness, address the effects of aging, and achieve balanced wellness. THE DRIPBaR offers many IV Lifestyle or Health Support drips including the Jet Setter, Time Machine, Restoration, Flu Fighter and High C. All IV drips are compounded on-site by registered nurses under the guidance of a licensed medical director. Red Light Therapy, an Infrared Sauna and Halotherapy are also offered to improve the overall quality of a clients’ wellness. “For those who don’t have time for a full IV vitamin infusion but are looking for the benefit, THE DRIPBaR can give your body a boost in just five minutes with one of its seven IM Quick Shots,” says Gilbert. “IV therapy provides positive nourishment for conditions such as the common cold, headaches, cancer, chronic illness and even help slow the signs of aging.” For more information, call 321-465-7986 or visit TheDripBar. com. THE DRIPBaR is located in Pineda Landings at 6375 North Wickham Road, Suite 101, Melbourne. See ad, page 12.

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Thai Foot Reflexology Weekend Course in Indialantic

quarian Dreams is pleased to host a weekend course in Thai foot reflexology. It will be held on November 27-28 and is open to everyone. Thai foot reflexology is a powerful healing tool that can be implemented on its own, or as an addition to full-body massage; however, no prior massage experience is necessary to be educated in this methodology. The workshop will be led by Ariela Grodner who runs her own Thai massage school in Gainesville and has published nine books on this subject. Students will learn to give an hour-long session on the feet alone, while still affecting the whole body through aware stimulation of the sen lines and marma points. It will utilize both dry and wet massage (with and without oil) as well as a Thai foot stick, to glide the lines and press the points with greater accuracy and precision than the hands alone could provide. Location: Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 14 CEUs for massage therapists. For more information, visit BodhiSangha.com. Cost: $250. To register, call 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com. See ad, page 3.

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Cancer Care Centers of Brevard Clinical Trials are Up and Running

Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals Holiday Open House

oanna Helms, Registered Herbalist and owner of Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals, is excited to announce their annual Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. “It is with heartfelt thanks for 22 years of herbal traditions in the community that we invite you to celebrate with us at our open house,” says Helms. This event will celebrate the herbal lifestyle with a fun, safe and socially distanced event. Enjoy the Open House and delight your taste buds with samples of handcrafted treats including Herbal Culinary Spice creations, organic chocolates, Joanna’s Jolt Energy Balls, cheese ball mixes, Seasonal Wassil, Kava-nog and more. Mama Jo’s offers many unique handmade and formulated gifts perfect for any occasion including delicious tea blends, culinary spices, tinctures, essential oils, bath salts and scrubs, lotions, soaps, clothing, Dr. Hauschka make-up, unique tea pots and accessories, jewelry, and soy candles. “Come enjoy the holiday fun,” invites Helms.

ancer Care Centers of Brevard are conducting four different types of cancer clinical trials: treatment trials, prevention trials, screening trials, and quality of life trials. Treatment trials test new drugs, medical procedures, or combinations of treatments. The prevention trials look for better ways to prevent diseases by either doing something (called action studies) like making lifestyle changes, or taking something (called agent studies) such as medicines, vitamins, or minerals. Screening trials look for new ways to test for the presence of a disease or health condition early, when it may be more easily treated. And quality of life trials explore ways to improve comfort and quality of life for cancer patients. Those who do decide to participate can experience benefits, which may include: access to a cancer treatment that isn’t yet publicly available, free or low-cost treatment for the duration of the study, contributing to cancer research that may provide lifesaving treatment to future cancer patients, a more active role in your own healthcare, and close monitoring from some of the best cancer doctors. For details about participating the active trials at Cancer Care Centers of Brevard, visit CancerCareBrevard.com/treatments-services/clinical-research. See ad, page 33.

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Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals is located at 1300 Pine Tree Drive, Suite 3, Indian Harbour Beach. Visit Facebook.com/ MamaJosSunshineHerbals for upcoming classes. For more information, call 321-779-4647.

andice Klein Gordon is pleased to announce she will return November 12 to continue her massage and colon hydrotherapy practice. She is looking forward to seeing her current clients and is eager to meet and work with any and all who desire to be empowered to live a healthy lifestyle. “Since beginning my own colon health program in 1987, colon health has gained more popularity as it has been linked to more energy, decreased gas and bloating, increased immunity, and newest research indicates colon health is related to brain health and cognition,” says Klein Gordon. “It’s imperative to recognize that 80% of the immune system is rooted in the intestines. Diet management and colon health are behaviors that we each have the power to modify and improve so that our body has the best fighting chance for optimal health.” The Health Connections office is following all CDC guidelines and has installed a whole office air purification system designed to reduce odors, air pollutants, and cold and virus germs.

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Candice Klein Gordon has owned and operated Health Connections: Massage & Colon Hydrotherapy at 320 Fourth Ave Indialantic since 1988. All personalized treatments are by appointment on Fridays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information and appointments, call 321-4808654. (MA8163, MM4010)

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DNA Activation Series at Atlantean Healing Arts

uncan Bowen, PhD, of Atlantean Healing Arts is pleased to offer the DNA Activation Series to bring light into one’s physical and spiritual DNA. The courses are designed to clear energetic blocks and heaviness we commonly experience and begin to access the potential that lies within our spiritual DNA. “We have taken on more and more density in our human journey, holding less light. As a collective we have reached a place where we wish to return fully to our divine selves,” says Dr. Bowen. “The activation is a tremendous gift of empowerment that assists you in your own healing process at deep levels and allows your gifts to come fully into your life.” Our physical DNA creates the blueprint for our physical characteristics and the way we function in our human life. While the spiritual DNA within us largely sits dormant. “DNA Activation is an ancient spiritual energy healing practice that unleashes the full power of our physical DNA, strengthening its abilities as well as restores, cleanses, and awakens the dormant etheric strands of our spiritual DNA,” says Dr. Bowen. Participant benefits include a deepened clarity, diminishing limiting beliefs, the ability to make decisions with ease, elevated intuition, and unwrapping one’s true potential.

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Lily’s Herbs & More Open at Renniger’s Flea Market

rene Perez and Natalie Lopez are proud to announce the opening of Lily’s Herbs & More. The company was founded by these two sisters to address their concerns about what their children are eating and putting on their skin. Their mission is to provide the highest quality, non-toxic and organic products possible while keeping the natural, beautiful look. Lily’s Herbs & More carries fragrant soaps, bath bombs and hand-poured beeswax candles along with organic teas and herbal remedies. Locally, their products are available at their booth at the Renninger’s Flea Market on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Products can also be purchased on their website, where you can join their monthly soap club. “Start your holiday shopping with us,” says Perez. “We have the most beautiful and whimsical Holiday Gift Sets for both men and women.” To receive 10% off Holiday Gift Sets during November, visit their website at LilysHerbs.com or purchase directly at their booth. The Renninger’s Flea Market is located in Melbourne at exit 183 (Eau Gallie Blvd) and I-95. November 2021

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spire Wellness and Rejuvenation is now open in Palm Bay offering Medical Aesthetic and Age Management Treatments for people over the age of 18. Dr. Kathleen Boyle, D.O., is the founder and CEO of Aspire and provides all the treatments herself. Dr. Boyle (called “Dr. Katie” by her patients) has over 15 years of experience in bedside clinical care, is Board-Certified in Family Medicine, and has extensive training and certification in Aesthetic Medicine. “My goal is to provide patients with the most natural looking results using minimally invasive techniques,” says Dr. Boyle. “I recognize this is the patient’s journey and strive to be the best guide to help patients achieve realistic and sustainable goals. I want every patient to feel and look their best!” A passion of Dr. Katie’s is prevention or “prejuvenation.” This means starting treatments in smaller amounts, earlier and at regular intervals to prevent the progression of skin wrinkling and sagging. Treatments available include neuromodulators (Botox/Dysport/ Xeomin), dermal fillers (Juvéderm, Restylane), collagen induction therapy via microneedling, microinjection with Aquagold, dermal biostimulators (Sculptra, Radiesse). Aspire Wellness and Rejuvenation is located at 1460 Baytree Dr, Ste C, NE, Palm Bay. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 610686-3047 or visit AspireWellnessAndRejuvenation.com. See ad, page 28.

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veryone is invited to attend Hoot in the Park 2021 on Saturday, November 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wickham Park. This pet- and family-friendly event will include live animals, vendors, raffle items, photos with your dog, and a lure course for dogs. Since 1973, Florida Wildlife Hospital (FWH) has rescued, rehabilitated, and released thousands of sick, injured, and orphaned native Florida animals in Brevard County. Their mission is to keep wildlife wild by providing quality, compassionate care. FWH is available 365-days-a-year to admit wildlife patients. They care for more than 5,000 patients per year without state or federal funding. FWH is the only facility of its kind in the area. Since most of the wild animals brought to their clinic suffer from injuries or problems caused by humans, they not only aim to help animals in need, but to educate the public on how they can reduce their impact on local wildlife. Wickham Park is located at 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne. FWH, 4560 N. US Highway 1, Palm Shores. 321-254-8843. FloridaWildlifeHospital.org. Hours of operation: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and after-hours drop-off from 4:30 p.m. to 9 a.m. MyNaturalAwakenings.com

New Location for Ketamine Holistic Wellness Center

Dr. Haig John Announces Second Location in Suntree

etamine Holistic Wellness Center has moved to a new location in Cape Canaveral and is celebrating with a Grand Re-Opening Inauguration Party on Friday, November 19 from 7-9 p.m. Special pricing on their most popular services, including Ketamine Infusions, Botox Injections, and Select Dermal Fillers, will be available at the event. “We are so excited to invite you into our new home,” says Sonia Negron, owner and CEO. “We will have entertainment, food and beverages, and lots of giveaways, so come join in the fun.” Their services also include energy healing, massage therapy, float spa, crystal light therapy and more. “Our team of licensed, dedicated staff use integrative therapies to bring balance and harmony to your entire being. We offer many services for relaxing the body, calming the mind and refreshing the spirit,” says Negron.

r. Haig John, Your Family Chiropractor, is pleased to announce a second location in Suntree in addition to his downtown Melbourne office. Your Family Chiropractor is a family-centered practice that prides itself on gentle, compassionate care for every member of the family. Dr. John is committed to creating a natural and healthy environment for the body to help it function at its very best. He does this with specific chiropractic adjustments on subluxated vertebrae. “We have a gentle approach that is safe and effective for newborns, pregnant moms, the elderly and everyone in-between,” says Dr. John. Dr. John believes that a better world starts with well-adjusted babies. “We have an innate intelligence that flows through the brain and nervous system to give us our natural ability to heal and function,” explains Dr. John. “The immune system, cardiac system, digestive system, cell replication and every system of the body is managed by the innate intelligence. Chiropractic helps your innate intelligence communicate at its very best.”

Ketamine Holistic Wellness Center is located at 6103 N Atlantic Ave, Ste C, Cape Canaveral. 321-777-8040. KetamineHWC.com. See ad, page 8.

Your Family Chiropractor, 520 East New Haven Ave., Downtown Melbourne and 7720 N Wickham Rd., Suntree/Viera at the Boardwalk in Suntree shopping center. For more information, call 321-722-5846 or visit GetChiro.net. See ad, page 11.

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nn Marie Caccavano, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Spiritual Guide, Intuitive Energy Worker, Psychic-Medium and owner/ facilitator of Lifestyle Goddess is excited to announce her new membership program. Caccavano has over 30 years’ experience in metaphysical studies and uses her studies of Spiritual Traditions when she guides clients. Her new membership program is simple to use and offers monthly memberships at three different levels (The Coven, High Priestess, and The Empress) ranging from $11-$88 per month. Members have access to Live Q and A sessions, pick a card daily readings, meditation and hypnosis downloads, weekly energy talks, chat communities, livestreams, personal readings and much more, dependent on membership level. Caccavano is looking forward to the benefits of her new online platform that she chose to better support her passion and to stream online live events without interruption. She grew frustrated with social media platforms which led her to choose a platform that allows her the freedom to exchange ideas and share her wisdom with her clients. “I hope you’ll join and take the journey with us to reaching your soul’s desires. I look forward to meeting you and helping you further along on your path,” expresses Caccavano. Reach Ann Marie Caccavano at 772-801-3044, visit AnnieIsMyCoach.com or go to Patreon.com/LifeStyleGoddess for direct access to membership options.

Psychic Fair at Spark of Divine in Vero Beach

eth Franks, owner of Spark of Divine, LLC Healing and Learning Center, is excited to announce their 10-year anniversary. They will be celebrating by hosting a Psychic Fair on Saturday, November 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. “We are so very grateful for all the support we have received from the community over the 10 years,” says Franks. “Please join in for a divinely fun-filled day!” They will have psychic readers available throughout the day. Modalities will include astrology, tarot, messages, psychic intuitives, fun demonstrations and much more. They plan to secure a band and a food truck for the day to add to the festivities. There will be loads of door prizes as well. Spark of Divine, LLC offers a small retail store for all your metaphysical needs. They carry candles, incense, crystals, cards, CD’s, statuary, jewelry, Tools of Evolution and more. Their calendar of events will be available during the fair or found beforehand on their website, where you can also find lots more information. The last reading will be booked no later than 3:45 p.m. Spark of Divine, LLC is located in downtown Vero Beach in the Corner Shoppes. 1789 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. For more information, call 772-257-6499. SparkofDivine.com. MyNaturalAwakenings.com

Black Friday Savings at Scented Dragon

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cented Dragon has been stocking up for this year’s Black Friday weekend sale. “Always a fan favorite, we’ve made sure that all three stores have just what our customers need for the upcoming gift giving season. As a special thank you to our customers we are offering some significant discounts throughout the entire weekend,” says co-owner Maria Torres. Also on the schedule for Scented Dragon enthusiast is their annual Winter Psychic Fair. Slated for Saturday December 4, this is when the Treasure Coast’s most popular readers all come together to offer guidance, knowledge, and validation to all those interested in a reading. With 6 years of Psychic Fair experience, Scented Dragon’s fairs are a seasonal favorite and scheduled around nature’s transitional shifts. “Planning our fairs seasonally during the planet’s natural changes seems to work out well for our customers and clients,” says Torres. Scented Dragon has stores in Ft. Pierce, Port St. Lucie, and Jensen Beach with the Port St. Lucie venue hosting their fairs and weekly drum and Reiki circles. Call ahead to make an appointment for a reading at the fair, 772-877-2102 or just stop by from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 4 at Scented Dragon’s Port St. Lucie store. 6993 Hancock Drive (just off US1). See ad, page 18.

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ertified Sound Practitioner, member of the Sound Healing Association, and owner of Hi Mindfulness, Deena Rahill facilitates powerful Sound Vibrational Healing sessions by combining crystal bowls, gong, chimes, drums, and lightning. “My intention is to create a full sensory experience for participants’ mind, body and soul,” explains Rahill. “The practice of sound healing or sound bathing is an ancient practice and works to release stuck emotions; reduce pain, stress, and anxiety; ignite creativity; elevate moods; and activate our innate ability to heal ourselves.” Offering private group, open group and one-on-one session, participants are invited to lie down on a yoga mat or sit in a chair and simply relax. “Once participants settle in, the instruments take them on a powerful journey through different sound frequencies. Most leave with an overall sense of well-being,” says Rahill. “Often used by those having difficulties meditating, it’s a journey of self-discovery through deep relaxation, a state of rest, and restore. Sound healing has become a self-care ritual for many attendees. I love to watch the difference it makes in their lives,” expresses Rahill. Visit SoundVibration.net for a full list of upcoming events. Hi Mindfulness can be found in The Elliott Museum, 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart. Contact Deena Rahill directly at 786-488-7782. See ad, page 17.

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Divine Soul Wellness Expands Offerings

achel Stevens, owner and facilitator of Divine Soul Wellness is excited to offer additional classes and workshops for the 2021-2022 season. Stevens explains, “I created this Holistic Lifestyle Community in 2019 with the vision of building a safe, positively energized, judgement-free space for our local community to enjoy and to learn from educational and holistic lifestyle classes and workshops.” Divine Soul Wellness also offers health and wellness classes and workshops and an ever-expanding assortment of retail items: jewelry, skincare products, organic CBD products, crystal infused t-shirts, and candles, to name a few. “Our classes and workshops are facilitated by certified wellness instructors who are interested in the best interest and higher good of each participant,” expresses Stevens. The upcoming November and December schedules include, various guided meditations, yoga classes, Reiki circles (private sessions available), sound baths, Spirit Speak group sessions with more booking weekly. “I believe it’s important that during these transitional times we work together in unity. Many of our products are locally made as we love supporting other Treasure Coast vendors and invite those who’ve not yet found us to stop in,” says Stevens. For more information call Rachel Stevens directly at 954-646-4374. DivineSoulWellness.@gmail.com. Located in Your CBD Store PSL, 2818 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, PSL. 16

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Counter Culture Restaurant Serving Up a Healthy Thanksgiving Feast

hefs Anthony and Lisa Damiano of Counter Culture Restaurant in Vero Beach have put together a healthy takeout menu to help make Thanksgiving less stressful and allow more quality time with loved ones. The Damiano’s leveraged their 60 plus combined years of top-tier experience to create fresh, natural, chef-made options for a delicious Thanksgiving meal. “We’ve put together a tantalizing array of traditional and vegan options” explains Chef Lisa. “From traditional turkey and gravy or smoked ham with pineapple sauce, to our vegan option of elote corn and soy curls stuffed poblano peppers and my secret-recipe vegan pumpkin pie, our dishes are sure to please.” “We’ve made it super easy, just call in to be added to our growing list and pick it up between 12 and 2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day,” explains Chef Anthony. “Why waste all that time in the kitchen prepping and cooking when we’ve already created a Thanksgiving Feast your family will love?” To place your order, call 772-778-4335. Orders can be picked up on Thanksgiving Day between 12-2 p.m. Counter Culture Restaurant is located in the Boulevard Tennis Club, just off N. Indian River Blvd., 1620 Blvd. Village Lane, Vero Beach. CounterCultureVero.com. See ad, page 14.

Merry Jones Shares Sleep and Dream Wisdom

erry Jones, Registered Sleep Technician, Reiki Master and owner of InHervision, is excited to announce her Sleep and Dreams 5-part series. This fun and interactive series can help participants with improved sleep quality, enhanced dream recall, and an understanding of different dream types. “I am blessed and excited to share my passions and knowledge with people as they seek guidance on their life’s path. This has been a dream of mine for many years; pun intended.” Jones accredits her 25 years as a Respiratory Therapist as an opportunity to find her true path. “During those years I became interested in energy healing modalities and earned certification as a Therapeutic Touch Practitioner and Reiki Master,” says Jones. “I was able to apply energy work to patients in ICUs and elsewhere and was amazed to see how well patients responded!” Jones added Registered Sleep Technician to her accreditation in response to her innate interest in dreams which began at an early age as a way to connect with her deceased parents. Now a Yoga Teacher as well Jones says, “My yoga training has brought a wonderful balance to this crazy ride called life!” Classes held on Thursdays at Spark of Divine, 1780 Old Dixie Hwy., Vero Beach. For more information, email Merry@InHervision.net or call 518-860-4400. MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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he local community is cordially invited to the dedication and celebration of the Peace Pavilion Sunday, November 14 at 11:30 a.m. There will be live music on the labyrinth by the First Presbyterian Church String Ensemble. A “building blessing” will be conducted at noon by spiritual leaders: Reverend Karen Anderson of the Unitarian Universalist Church, Rabbi Bernholtz of Temple Beth Shalom, Swami Dhumavati of Kashi Asram and Unity Transition Specialist, Reverend Elizabeth Longo. “The Willow School students will sing and explain their ceramic butterflies displayed throughout our beautiful butterfly meditation garden which features a lotus pond, fire pit, and places to relax and meditate,” says Reverend Longo. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from The Source Ministries. The dedication and ribbon cutting will be followed by a live “Jazz in the Pavilion” event with raffle prizes. “I invite you to join our inspiring Sunday service at 10 a.m. and discover how empowered, fulfilled, and free you can be,” says Reverend Longo. The service is in-person (masks please), live streamed on Facebook and uploaded to YouTube.

Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach is located at 950 43rd Ave, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityOfVero.org.

Breath Aerials in Port St. Lucie are offering a couple of money saving November specials. Aragona explains, “All month we are offering 10 classes for $95, and on Black Friday we encourage students to stop by and purchase a $150 gift certificate for $100. These specials make great gifts or use then for your own practice.” Just Breathe Aerials comes from humble beginnings. While searching for a low impact exercise that was both healing and fun, Aragona convinced her husband to set up the necessary beams needed in their garage to support six Harrison AntiGravity Hammocks. “I knew it was something many could benefit from. After completing the training and earning certification in AntiGravity Fundamentals 1 & 2, I opened our garage for classes,” says Aragona. Now in its second studio since Aragona’s garage, Just Breathe Aerials is the only Silver AntiGravity studio in the state of Florida. This accreditation allows them to provide instructor training. Also offering traditional yoga classes since 2020, Aragona and Wiggins are excited to see what comes next. For more information on Just Breathe Aerials’ November savings or to sign up for classes, visit JustBreatheAerials.com. 270 NW Peacock Blvd. Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. See ad, page 15.

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ort St. Lucie joined the ranks of elite Park and Recreation agencies across the country by earning accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). CAPRA accreditation is the only national accreditation for park and recreation agencies and is a measure of an agency’s overall quality of operation, management, and service to the community. This mark of distinction indicates that an agency has met rigorous standards related to the management and administration of lands, facilities, resources, programs, safety, and services. As part of the accreditation process, the Parks & Recreation Department had to demonstrate compliance with 154 recognized standards and document all policies and procedures. Often the process helps identify efficiencies and heighten areas of accountability, all of which translate into higher quality service and operation to benefit the community. The process for accreditation involves a formal application, self-assessments, a site visit by a team of trained visitors that results in a written report, and a hearing with the commission to grant accreditation. Once accredited, the agency must uphold the standards by submitting an annual report and is reviewed again in five years. Learn more about PSL Parks and Recreations programs, educational series, facilities and more at PSLParks.com. See ad, page 41. MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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The right kind of exercise can help kids learn vocabulary better, suggests research from the University of Delaware. An article published in the Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research reports that when 48 children between 6 and 12 years of age were taught new words before swimming, they scored 13 percent higher on a test of the words than children that did CrossFit-like exercises or colored pictures. Lead researcher Maddy Pruitt says that exercise is known to increase levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor, a protein she describes as the “Miracle-Gro of the brain.” Swimming made a difference, she says, because it is an automatic movement, while the CrossFit exercises were new to them and required mental energy.

Healthy lifestyle factors such as exercise, proper diet, low body mass index and abstinence from smoking and drinking correlate with decreased cancer incidence, even in those with a high genetic risk, according to a Chinese study published in Cancer Research. The researchers calculated and applied the genetic risks for 16 cancers in men and 18 cancers in women to genotype information from 443,000 citizens from England, Scotland and Wales registered in a databank. Notably, 97 percent of patients in the study had a high genetic risk of at least one cancer type. Among patients with high genetic risk, the five-year cancer incidence was 7.23 percent in men and 5.77 percent in women with an unfavorable lifestyle. That compared with 5.51 percent in men and 3.69 percent in women with a favorable lifestyle, effectively moving them into an intermediate risk category. r.f ._.studio/Pexels.com

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After a multiyear effort, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ruled that chlorpyrifos, a pesticide linked to neurological damage in children, including reduced IQ, loss of working memory and attention deficit disorders, can no longer be used on food. EPA Administrator Michael Regan cites the action as an overdue step to protect children and farmworkers from dangerous consequences of the pesticide. “EPA will follow the science and put health and safety first.” The ruling will take effect in February 2022. Patti Goldman, an attorney for Earthjustice, says, “Chlorpyrifos will finally be out of our fruits and vegetables.” The pesticide has been sprayed on crops such as strawberries, apples, citrus, broccoli and corn since 1965. Up until 2000, it was used to kill ants, roaches and mosquitos. The Natural Resources Defense Council notes that it will still be allowed for other uses such as cattle ear tags.

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The Food Revolution— Miniaturized It may come as a surprise to most Americans, but people have been eating insects (entomophagy) for thousands of years, and they are part of the diets of more than 2 billion people. The United Nations predicts that this rapidly growing industry could be worth $6.3 billion by 2030, so bug-based products may soon appear in local stores. Although Western food markets have excluded insects in favor of animal-based protein, insect-based foods offer many health and environmental benefits, especially in light of the pressures from climate change. Insects produce 80 times less methane than cattle and use less space, feed, water, housing and maintenance. One pound of beef requires 1,850 gallons of water, one pound of chicken uses 500 gallons and one pound of crickets requires one gallon. Nestlé and PepsiCo are conducting research and development forays into the field, and smaller, nimble startups are making plans to introduce new products. Names to watch include Mighty Cricket, Illegal Oats, Jiminy’s, Aspire (Exo Bar), BeoBia and FarmInsect. Public acceptance is expected to be gradual.

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Simple Ways to Reduce Microplastic Exposure Plastic is a petrochemical-based, non-biodegradable pollution nightmare. As discarded water bottles and shampoo containers pile up for hundreds of years in landfills, we continue to produce more and more of the stuff. Meanwhile, plastic breaks down into microparticles that contaminate waterways, air, soil and even snow. They show up in foods and beverages we consume. While more research is needed to understand the human health impacts of microplastics, here are some ways to avoid ingesting these tiny particles. DON’T DRINK PLASTIC-BOTTLED WATER. Plastic-bottled water has approximately double the microplastics of tap water, studies have found. Ditch single-use, plastic-bottled water. Instead, fill reusable stainless steel or glass containers with filtered tap water, chill and enjoy. Filtering tap water can help improve the taste and reduce other undesirable elements, and most carbon block filters with a micron rating of two or less will remove microplastics.

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AVOID BEAUTY PRODUCTS WITH MICROBEADS. To reduce exposure to microplastics and dissuade manufacturers from using plastic, avoid any beauty products with microbeads, including certain toothpastes and facial scrubs. Some words on product labels that indicate microbeads are polypropylene, polyethylene and polylactic acid (PLA). WEAR NATURAL, NON-SYNTHETIC FABRICS. Synthetic fabrics shed microplastic fibers in the wash and as we wear them. Clothing made with natural fibers such as cotton is preferable. WASH AND DRY SYNTHETIC CLOTHES DIFFERENTLY. When we wash and dry synthetic fabrics, significant levels of microplastics are released into the environment. To lessen this effect, air dry clothes or decrease their time in the dryer. Products are emerging to help filter and collect small synthetic fibers before they wash down the drain and into our waterways or get released into the air. Among the most promising are a washing bag (GuppyFriend.us), laundry ball (CoraBall.com) and in-machine filtration devices (XerosTech.com). REDUCE MEAT AND FISH CONSUMPTION. As microplastics proliferate and marine and land animals eat them, they are finding their way into our food supply. We can limit our exposure by eating less meat and fish. VACUUM AND DUST REGULARLY. Our homes are filled with microplastics. Regularly dusting surfaces and vacuuming with a HEPA filter that traps dust is a great way to reduce these particles in the indoor air environment. DRIVE LESS. As we drive our cars, microplastic flies off the tires and becomes airborne pollution. Find ways to drive less; opt instead for carpooling or public transportation. November 2021 21

Four Steps to a Good Death by Ronica O’Hara

n his deathbed, Apple founder Steve Jobs looked for a long time at his children, his sister and his wife, then moved his gaze to the space behind them. “Oh wow! Oh wow! Oh wow!” he gasped. No one can know for certain what he was experiencing, but his words point to the deep, mysterious potential of our final hours— the awareness of which can transform our life long before its end. “An awareness of dying, of death, can wake us up to life. It helps us live a life that’s rich and full and meaningful. When we deny the truth of dying, we live less wholeheartedly, less completely,” says Frank Ostaseski, founder of the pioneering San Francisco Zen Hospice Project and author of The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully. The pandemic has 51 percent of us thinking more about our own mortality, a survey shows. The subject of death has been slowly opening up in America: TV programs like Six Feet Under and Alternative Endings: Six New Ways to Die in America present dying and grief more realistically; thousands of small conversational gatherings called “death cafes” are being held each year; people are designing their own funerals and choosing green burial sites; and the field of “death doulas” is emerging to help families navigate the legal and emotional shoals. Half a century after the release of Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’ seminal book On Death and Dying, palliative care to ease pain is offered by two-thirds of American hospitals, and Medicare funding for end-of-life hospice care has grown tenfold over the last two decades. Yet for many, death remains the last taboo—85 percent of us have not discussed our last wishes yet with loved ones.

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Thousands of studies in the emerging field of experimental existential psychology have found that when reminded subconsciously of death, people tend to drive faster, drink harder, smoke more and get meaner to out-groups in attempts to lower their anxiety. But when we look death squarely in the face, that anxiety recedes, the research concludes. Gratitude, self-honesty and the humility of recognizing our place in the larger whole are also proven antidotes. With less fear, we are better able to take the proactive, concrete steps that ease our passage— getting clear on our values and desires, having important conversations, attending to final decisions and opening to our spiritual process. Although death has its own ways and means, these four processes can make it more likely we will die as we would like to.

Defining What We Value “Deeply consider what your priorities in life are,” says Tarron Estes, founder and CEO of The Conscious Dying Institute, in Boulder, which has trained more than 6,500 doulas since 2013. “Ask yourself, if I had only three months to live, what’s important to me spiritually, emotionally, physically? What do I still need to do or say?” She recommends Stephen Levine’s book, A Year to Live, for exercises and meditations for that process. “Don’t wait until the time of your dying to discover what it has to teach you,” advises Ostaseski, who has sat beside more than 2,000 hospice patients in their last hours. “When I’m with dying people, the things that are important to them are not their spiritual beliefs, but are more about relationships— ‘Am I loved? Did I love well?’ Those two questions are useful inquiries now. They help us to discover where value and meaning can be found.” MyNaturalAwakenings.com

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By applying our values to the dying process, we can start sorting through options. Do we want to die at home or in a hospital? What medical procedures will we accept or decline? What measures do we want to be taken to sustain our life? Who do we want to be at our side? And what do we need to say before that time?

Having Important Conversations As daunting as the

prospect of an end-of-life talk with family and friends may seem, it can start with simple words like “I want to talk with you about something important to me.” Without spelling out our desires, death can become inadvertently medicalized: Nine in 10 of us say we want to die in our homes, but only two in 10 do. “The default systems are all to treat, treat, treat, until someone finally says, ‘No,’ so many people end up on a high-tech conveyor belt to the ICU,” says award-winning journalist Katy Butler, author of The Art of Dying Well: A Practical Guide to a Good End of Life. Among people that undertake such talks, 73 percent describe the experience as positive, reassuring and productive. A downloadable Conversation Starter Guide (TheConversationProject.org) provides practical guidance for these critical conversations.

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care of business—the paperwork aspects of death known as advance directives—spares loved ones from having to make tough decisions later. A last will and testament precludes pain and infighting among family and friends. A living will specifies what treatments are wanted under what conditions. A medical power of attorney designates a trusted person to make medical decisions if a patient is not capable. A Do Not Resuscitate order approved by a doctor means emergency medical workers are less likely to give CPR, which frequently causes trauma and broken ribs in elderly or frail patients. Either cremation or a burial can be decided upon; environmental options such as a forest burial in a wooden casket can be explored. Local hospice options can be surveyed in advance; nonprofits generally are rated better than profit-making groups.

Opening to the Spiritual Process Whether or not we have

religious beliefs to carry us through waves of loss and sorrow, death can spur spiritual insight. “In dying, we withdraw from our outer circles and come into the inner circles of our lives— the relationships that matter most to us,” says Ostaseski, who has worked four decades with hospice patients. “There’s a growing silence that has us becoming more contemplative and reflective. Our sense of time and space changes and we enter into a kind of free flow. The boundaries we have lived by begin to dissolve, and we start to feel ourselves as part of something larger—not as a belief, but as a natural occurrence. Often people realize themselves to be more than the small, separate self they had thought themselves to be.”

Joan Tollifson, a Zen-trained spiritual teacher and author of Death: The End of Self-Improvement, concurs: “When the future disappears, we are brought home to the immediacy that we may have avoided all our lives. With no future left to fantasize about, the focus of attention may finally be fully on right Now, the only place where our life ever actually is. Really getting that ‘This is it,’ there may be a sudden recognition of the absolute preciousness and wonder of every simple ordinary thing and of the people around us, just as they are, with all their flaws and foibles. Old grudges and resentments often melt away, and love shines through. “All the things which may have been part of our selfimage—independence, physical strength, cognitive sharpness, good appearance and so on—have either disappeared or are rapidly collapsing, which invites the discovery that none of that really mattered, that what we truly or more fundamentally are is not dependent on any of that. “The greatest gift we can give to a loved one who is dying,” says Tollifson, is to “simply be present, listen, follow your heart, trust the process. Everything else will follow from that. There’s no right or wrong way.” It can be difficult to know what to say to a loved one near the end, but hospice workers recommend five phrases that have deep healing potential, even if a person seems unconscious: “I love you,” “Thank you,” “Please forgive me,” “I forgive you,” and “Goodbye” or “Until we meet again.” As Butler points out, the first four phrases can be said any time in our lives. Increasingly in hospice care, loved ones are encouraged to sit with the body after the death, touching it, sharing stories, perhaps gently bathing it and dressing it in favorite clothes. “Touching the body, feeling the coolness, makes the death real to the family,” Ostaseski says. “Research shows that people that went through that process still grieved, but they were able to be with the emotion and not be overwhelmed by it.” Facing the reality of death—as hard and heartbreaking as that can be—can free us to truly live life, said Jobs. After his terminal cancer diagnosis, he told Stanford students in a commencement address, “Remembering that I’ll be dead soon is the most important tool I’ve ever encountered to help me make the big choices in life. Because almost everything— all external expectations, all pride, all fear of embarrassment or failure—these things just fall away in the face of death, leaving only what is truly important. Remembering that you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose. You are already naked. There is no reason not to follow your heart.” Health writer Ronica O’Hara can be contacted at OHaraRonica@gmail.com. November 2021 23

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healthy brain performs mental processes known as cognition, which is the acquiring of knowledge and understanding by means of thought, experience and the senses. This includes functions and systems such as memory, learning, language, problem solving, decision making, reasoning and intelligence. The aging process, a stroke or a brain injury can cause a mild to severe reduction in 24

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healthy brain functioning resulting in impaired memory and concentration, and difficulty in learning new things or making decisions that impact daily living. Functional medicine experts focused on preventive health care agree on the ABC’s for optimizing the brain and protecting against decline: eating a healthy diet, exercising, reducing inflammation and stress levels, balancing hormone levels, cultivating healthy relationships and getting enough restorative sleep. With their expertise, they are helping to shift the old paradigm of inevitable aging and cognitive decline into a new one based on the brain’s neuroplasticity. Harvard-trained neuroscientist Jill Bolte Taylor, author of the bestseller My Stroke of Insight and the recent Whole Brain Living, is a true poster child for demonstrating the brain’s neuroplasticity and ability to recover from a massive stroke. She writes about the congenital neurological brain disorder that became a problem when an arteriovenous malformation exploded in her brain’s left hemisphere. For four hours, she observed her brain functions systemically shutting down one by one. On the afternoon of her stroke, she could not walk, talk, read, write or recall any of her life. Eight years later, she was not only slalom waterskiing again, but also explaining to the world, “We are the life-force power of the universe, with manual dexterity and two cognitive minds. We have the power to choose, moment to moment, who and how we want to be in the world.” Devaki Lindsey Berkson, author of Sexy Brain, a hormone formulator and former researcher at Tulane University’s estrogen think tank, advises, “Most people think hormones are sexy, reproductive things and when they get older, they’re relieved that they don’t have to think about them. Not true. The body has a virtual physiological internet system. Hormones are the email signals to most cells. While the robustness of hormones and their signals affects lungs, gut, kidney and vocal cord health, it especially affects the brain. Balancing hormones with bioidentical hormones is one solution.” David Perlmutter, neurologist and co-author of Brain Wash, cites food as the biggest player in both brain and overall health in his books and PBS workshops. “Eating inappropriately causes intestinal permeability, resulting in inflammation, which in the brain, threatens good decision making—from deciding on the foods we eat to turning off our televisions at night, getting a good MyNaturalAwakenings.com

night’s rest, making sure that we exercise regularly and connecting with other people. Not good for the gut are dairy products, alcohol, highly processed foods that are low in fiber, high in sugar and refined carbohydrates, as well as antibiotics,” he says, adding that meditation and exposure to nature are powerful ways of reducing inflammation in the body and brain. As explained by neurologist Dale E. Bredesen, author of The End of Alzheimer’s, stress leads to an increase in cortisol levels that can be toxic to our brains—in particular the memory— consolidating the hippocampus, one of the first structures affected by Alzheimer’s. Studies show that high stress levels can also contribute to brain fog, involving difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness and mental fatigue. The Bredesen Protocol, available from health practitioners and online, includes exercising, eating a plant-based diet, supplementing to reduce insulin sensitivity and optimize cognitive function, reducing both gut inflammation and exposure to toxins, treating pathogens and optimizing sleep. HealthyBrains.org, Cleveland Clinic’s Healthy Brains Initiative, is an online resource center with information on how to manage brain health and create a brain span that matches a life span. It offers six pillars of brain health as explained by brain health experts, including exercise, sleep, relaxation, mental fitness and social interaction. Supplementing for brain health should be done wisely, says Mark Hyman, author of Food: What the Heck Should I Eat? and director of functional medicine at Cleveland Clinic. He recommends at the very least taking a multivitamin and mineral supplement, omega-3, extra vitamins B3, B6 and B12, folate and a good probiotic that enhances the brain-gut relationship. Mastery of the ABC’s in kindergarten is required as the foundation of language and a lifetime of learning. Living the fundamentals for a healthy brain can result in a brain span that equals our life span. Linda Sechrist is a Natural Awakenings senior staff writer. Connect at LindaSechrist.com.

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Mama Jo’s Celebrates 22 Years of Herbal Tradition

You are Invited: Saturday, December 4th • 11am-4pm Celebrating Safely with Social Distancing

Join us to celebrate another year of Herbalism! We continue throughout the year to encourage a herbal lifestyle. Our trained staff is looking forward to helping you with our beneficial medicinals to prevent, support and strengthen vibrant health.

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forms that plants provide; our physiology, respiration and metabolism is a mirror image of photosynthesis. We have complete biological dependency on plants in every moment; understanding this is the basis of reverence for nature, which is ecological spirituality, the only long-term solution to the environmental crisis we have created through lack of sensitivity and appreciation of our place in the biosphere.

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avid Crow, author of In Search of the Medicine Buddha, among other books, is a foremost expert in botanical medicine and other natural health applications. As a teacher, telemedicine consultant, researcher, certified master herbalist, aromatherapist and acupuncturist, he has studied Chinese, Tibetan, Ayurvedic and Western herbal medicine for more than 30 years. He is a strong advocate of the safe use of herbs and essential oils, and installing gardens in public and private spaces. As one of the first medical pioneers to use essential oils and aromatherapy in clinical practice, integrating them into comprehensive treatments, he is also the founder of Floracopeia Aromatic Treasures. 26

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Why do you feel humanity needs to reconnect a sacred relationship with plants? For our survival as a species. Plants created the biosphere over hundreds of millions of years, including the ozone layer, the oxygen in the atmosphere, the fertility of the soil, the regulation of the seasons and the foundation of the food chain. From those conditions, higher life was able to emerge and evolve: Humans emerged from conditions created by plants. Since we cannot live directly on soil and sunlight as plants do, the structure and function of the human body are designed so that we can extract those energies in

The doctor/patient paradigm is changing in many ways as a result of the internet, availability of natural medicines and awareness of the limitations and dangers of pharmaceutical drugs. The availability of nutraceuticals and herbal products from around the world has created a golden age of natural medicine, but has also brought widespread confusion from the overwhelming amount of information combined with marketing of products. People are asking more about drugs and prescribed procedures; they are seeking natural alternatives, and in many cases, either reducing or eliminating their need for pharmaceutical drugs. This change is an important step toward greater health consciousness, which is linked directly to other aspects of creating a healthier society, like the increased demand for organic food that’s driving more organic agriculture.

Why are cultural medical systems inseparable from spiritual and meditative practices? Classical medical systems such as Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, along with indigenous and shamanic uses of plants for healing, have evolved and are inseparable from the spiritual practices of their cultures. For example, Chinese medicine evolved from and with the same philosophical roots and practices as qigong and Taoist alchemy, and Ayurveda emerged from and in turn influenced yoga, tantra and Vedic philosophy. The significance of this is that medical MyNaturalAwakenings.com

practices were used both for healing the body and to support yogic and spiritual practices, and vice versa. Now we have modern scientific research confirming the health benefits of spiritual practices such as meditation and prayer, but more importantly, traditional medical systems remind us that there is an ultimate spiritual goal that is higher than mere physical health.

What is your view on the resurgence of psychedelic plant medicines for healing? All plants have healing properties and also have potential dangers and toxicity, depending on how they are used. The psychoactive plants, specifically the entheogens (those that awaken the perception of divinity) have been used in ceremonies and mystery cults throughout history for healing conditions of body, mind and spirit, but those traditions have always been under the care of highly trained and experienced priests, priestesses and shamans. The experiences while under the influence of these plants are highly dependent on the container of the environment, the cultural mythologies, the ritual, its leaders and the other people present in the ceremony, and it can be highly unpredictable with both good and bad outcomes. The use of these medicines at higher doses is an excellent opportunity for deep inner transformation, exploration of consciousness and appreciation of the visionary realms that are available to us, but like all intensive spiritual endeavors, requires preparation, orientation and guidance. Using these plants at lower doses, like microdosing daily with psilocybin mushrooms for treating depression and anxiety, offers great benefits for some people without the risks of the psychological, mental or emotional disruptions that can occur at higher doses. For more information, visit CrowConsultations.com or Floracopeia.com. Randy Kambic, in Estero, Florida, is a freelance editor and writer.

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cross America, people of all ages are struggling with mental health issues. Nearly one in five people is living with a mental health condition, and the number of people seeking help for anxiety and depression is skyrocketing, reports Mental Health America. According to the organization’s 2021 State of Mental Health in America Report, suicidal thoughts are increasing among both adults and children, and 9.7 percent of youth is experiencing severe major depression compared to 9.2 percent last year. The highly contagious COVID-19 Delta variant has only exacerbated these mental health challenges. The hope and help we seek may be as close as our own kitchen. Accumulating research shows that a diet rich in highly processed foods may increase the risk of developing or worsening various mental health conditions. But a nutrient-based diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables; omega-3 fatty acids; nuts, seeds and legumes; whole grains, fresh herbs and spices; fish and olive oil, may help to support and enhance mental health. We can start this Thanksgiving by serving up healthier, nutrientrich options to alleviate anxiety and depression, stabilize mood and promote mental health and wellness. “The gut/brain connection helps us understand the food/mood connection,” explains Dr. Uma Naidoo, a Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, nutrition specialist and author of the national bestseller This is Your Brain on Food. “The enteric nervous system—that is, the nerves supplying the gastrointestinal tract—totals over 100 million neurons and communicates directly with the brain, or central

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nervous system, by way of the vagus nerve, which is responsible for our ‘rest-and-digest’ response. “It’s also vital to note that the gut contains the highest number of serotonin receptors, and the gut itself produces all the neurotransmitters that are also made in the brain, including serotonin, often called the happiness hormone. In turn, these neurotransmitters are implicated in sound mental health or potential problems when they are deficient.” “What we eat affects mental health in many ways,” adds Amy Spindel, a functional holistic nutritionist in Plano, Texas, and founder of FoodWithThoughtNutrition.com. “Nutrient deficiencies can cause poor neurotransmitter production. Insufficient vitamin B6, folate and vitamin B12 can be implicated in depression and anxiety symptoms, as they are all needed for various stages of neurotransmitter production, especially serotonin, dopamine and GABA.” “Traditional sugary, high-carbohydrate foods promote unstable blood sugar and selectively feed inflammatory gut microbes,” Spindel says, suggesting that we skip the typical foods many of us associate with the holidays such as pecan pie, marshmallow-topped sweet potato casserole and canned cranberry sauce. “Blood sugar fluctuations cause the body to scramble in an attempt to re-regulate glucose, which may mean spikes of cortisol or adrenaline, as well as insulin. The end result can be depression and anxiety from excessive stress hormones and a glucose-starved brain.” But making such changes, particularly during the holidays, isn’t easy. “If the thought of changing up the traditional Thanksgiving

menu gives you pause, you are not alone—and this is why I believe in adding in habits (and in this case, dishes) which have a positive ripple effect on our bodies and our brain, allowing for a selfsustaining cycle in our lifestyle,” advises Naidoo. “As a nutritional psychiatrist, I feel that we are more emotionally nurtured by a feeling of abundance in ‘adding’ new Thanksgiving dishes than thinking about this as ‘excluding’ foods,” she notes. “For example, tossing a fresh, folate-rich spinach and arugula salad with bits of antioxidant-rich strawberries, crisp roasted chickpeas and omega-3-rich olive oil adds color, flavor and a plethora of mood-nourishing ingredients to the dinner table. Even adding extra veggies to existing dishes, such as allicin-rich garlic to green beans or extra celery and fresh herbs to stuffing, adds in powerful phytonutrients with gut-loving fiber.” “Thanksgiving favorites that are ample in neurotransmitterproducing nutrients include turkey, shellfish, sweet potatoes and acorn squash, asparagus, leafy greens, oranges and green beans,” Spindel adds. While it’s true that we cannot control a global pandemic or solve the mental health crisis in America with positive thinking alone, we can minimize our feelings of powerlessness and despair by making small but significant dietary changes—not just on Thanksgiving, but every day of the year. Christy Ratliff is a professional health and wellness writer based in Central Florida.

Feel-Good Recipe Ingredients Some study-proven foods to enhance mood found in the following recipes include: n Pistachios. These tree nuts, which are actually

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seeds, are rich in healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. According to a Pennsylvania State University study, eating pistachios may reduce the body’s response to daily stress. n Honey. A National Institutes of Health study

shows that the nutrients in raw honey may enhance mood and help with insomnia. It’s also rich in antioxidants, which contain anti-inflammatory properties that help protect the brain. n Fresh herbs. Sage provides natural

anti-anxiety properties, while thyme and rosemary are rich sources of micronutrients and flavonoids, shown to protect against inflammation in the brain, a key factor in major depressive disorder.

Apples. Nutrient-rich apples are a good source of quercetin, a plant flavonoid, which studies suggest may be beneficial for mental health.

n Green beans. An excellent source of vitamin A, green beans

help fight inflammation and support the nervous and immune systems. They are high in folic acid, a B vitamin that studies have shown to potentially lower the risk of depression.

n Tomatoes. Several studies show that regular

consumption of tomatoes may help ward off depression. n Olive oil. Multiple studies show that low

levels of olive oil, in conjunction with a Mediterranean-style diet, has a positive impact on mental health and brain function. n Cornmeal. Naturally gluten-free, cornmeal is an

excellent source of folate, an important B vitamin. Research from the National Institutes of Health suggests that those with low levels of folate are more likely to experience depression. n Raisins. A great source of vitamin

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1 loaf bread, toasted (whole wheat (WW) or half WW, half French bread) ¼ cup unsalted butter 2 cups celery, chopped 1 large yellow onion, chopped 1 to 2 cloves garlic, chopped (to taste) 3 Granny Smith apples, chopped, with skin on ¼ cup sage leaves, chopped ¼ cup fresh rosemary, chopped 1 to 2 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped 2½ cups reduced sodium vegetable or chicken broth 2 eggs 1 to 2 tsp salt to taste (may substitute nutritional yeast or fresh dill)

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¾ cup softened butter ½ cup organic brown sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla 1½ cups flour ½ cup cornmeal 1 tsp baking powder ¼ tsp salt ½ cup raisins (Other versions of this recipe include nuts and dark chocolate pieces.) Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. Using a wooden spoon, mix butter and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl. Add egg and vanilla. Stir until smooth. Add flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. Add raisins. Mix well. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonful onto baking sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until slightly golden. Makes about 2 dozen small cookies. Courtesy of La Potosina. For more information, visit IndigenousFoods.wordpress.com.

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SPACE COAST EVENTS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Professional Astrologer’s Course – 5:30-7pm. This 8-week course with Bruce Orion will teach you everything you will need to know to be able to read and interpret an astrology chart, as well as it’s predictive aspects. Class is for professional or personal practice. Class will cover the planets, the signs, the houses, the aspects and the transits. Bruce Orion has been a well-known professional astrologer in Sedona for over 25 years. For more information, visit BruceOrion.com. $300 or $250 prepaid discount. Register online or call 321-7299495. $300 or $250 prepaid discount. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 New Moon Guided Meditation – 5:30-7pm. During this meditation, you may lie on a mat, sit in a chair, or sit on a cushion. Anthony Profeta takes us on this meditative journey of healing, relaxation, & connection. The Crystal & Himalayan Bowls will be played during the entire meditation. Suggested: Bring yoga mat or pillow. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Energy, Frequency & Vibration – 5:30-7:30pm. During this meditation, you may lie on a mat, sit in a chair, or sit on a cushion. Anthony Profeta takes us on this meditative journey of healing, relaxation, & connection. The Crystal & Himalayan Bowls will be played during the entire meditation. Suggested: Bring yoga mat or pillow. $30. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Native Flute Workshop – 11am-12:30pm. Learn how to play the Native American Flute. For centuries people have been mesmerized by the hypnotic sounds from these gentle, easy to play flutes. Recommended whether you have a musical background or have always just wanted to play a musical instrument. Flutes will be available for class use, or for purchase. With musicians, Armand & Angelina. $30, $25 pre-paid discount. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events. Kundalini Yoga, Meditation & Deep Gong Healing – 2-4pm. Class focuses on releasing unconscious patterns and realigning with truth. Creates deep relaxation and clears the mind; Immediately reduces stress and anxiety; Stimulates circulation and the glandular system and improves function and

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more. The sound of the gong reaches the body on a cellular level, encouraging integrated healing of body, mind, and spirit. Bring a mat and or blanket. Led by Jessica Martin. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 The Anti-Inflammatory Diet – 7-8pm. Chronic inflammation is the root cause of many serious illnesses-including heart disease, many cancers and Alzheimer’s disease. Learn the fundamentals of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. Dr. Brian Walsh speaks at CARE Natural Wellness Center, 1051 Eber Blvd., Suite 102, Melbourne. Free but call 321-728-1387 to register. 321-728-1387. CareWellnessFL.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Chakra Balancing: Guided Mantra & Sound Meditation – 5:30-7pm. The seven chakras are the body’s major energy centers through which our life energy flows. Anthony Profeta guides us to healing and attunement by playing the crystal bowls to help remove and break up blocked energy. He will introduce the Bija (seed) Mantras which the group will chant together to help align, balance, and purify our 7 energy centers. The bowls & mantras together will create a one-of-a-kind meditative experience, immersed in soundwaves, pure frequencies, & vocal tones. Please bring yoga mat or pillow. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-7299495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Deeksha Healing: The Oneness Blessing with Crystal Bowl Meditation – 5:30-7pm. Includes powerful mantra and crystal bowl meditation and Deeksha Blessing, which is a transfer of energy to initiate higher states of consciousness. Brings a shift in perception resulting in clarity and spontaneous feelings of love, joy, peace and inner silence, dissolving negative life patterns and releasing cellular and energetic level traumas facilitating healing with Maria Banas. Bring yoga mat or pillow. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Reiki 3 / Advanced Reiki Certification Course – 11am-6pm. The student receives the Master Reiki Symbol to be included with the three previous symbols received in Level II. This will increase the student’s connection with the Universal Life Force and open the doorway to work in different levels of spirit and karma. Topics: Reiki and Spirit release, Spiritual protection, World Peace and Crystal Grids and more. Instructor Maria Banas. Bring a yoga mat. $235. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events.

The Grateful Heart: Guided Gratitude Meditation – 5:30-7pm. Gratitude meditation is a practice which focuses on being thankful for the things in our life. The benefits of this type of practice includes, increased happiness, decreased levels of depression and stress, and deeper connections in our relationships. Anthony Profeta, will guide us through a formal gratitude meditation while playing the crystal singing bowls. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Ketamine HWC Grand Re-Opening Party – 7pm. Join the team at Ketamine HWC as we welcome you into our new home. Enjoy special deals on select services and tour the space where we give our treatments. We are excited to present our new build out to the community. Free. Ketamine Holistic Wellness Center 6103 N. Atlantic Ave. Cape Canaveral. 321-777-8040. Full Moon Ocean Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Full moon meditation is powerful for releasing things from your life, old negative emotions and thinking, and transformation. Session begins with a Crystal and Tibetan bowl meditation and if weather permits will go across street to the ocean for silent meditation under the moon. Bring a mat or towel. Led by Anthony Profeta. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Hoot in the Park Family Event Benefits Animals – 10am-2pm. Families, kids and friendly dogs are all welcome to join a free and fun day in the park. Festivities will include a dog lure course, live ambassador animals from Florida Wildlife Hospital, food, bake sale, activities, dog photos with Santa vendors and more, The lure course is great fun for dogs and spectators alike. Proceeds from this event benefit the many patients at Florida Wildlife Hospital & Sanctuary, Inc. Free. Wickham Park, 2500 Parkway Drive, Melbourne. FloridaWildlifeHospital.org. Reiki 1 Certification Course – 11am-6pm. Reiki 1 with Usui/Holy Fire lll consists of an Attunement/ Placement given to the student and teaching by Usui, recognized worldwide. Holy Fire energy is a more refined source of higher consciousness that empowers the energies of the symbols and techniques used in Usui and Karuna Reiki. Topics covered: How Reiki works, The Holy Fire, Chakra functioning and balancing and more. 7 CEU’s for Yoga Alliance teachers. Maria Banas is a certified Reiki MasterTeacher. $160. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Reiki Journey – 5:30-7pm. A Reiki journey is a technique we use with the intention to obtain spiritual and inner guidance, information, healing, and empowerment from higher sources of consciousness. Experience the opportunity to release any obstacle that is stopping you from moving forward on your life journey, followed by a meditation to bring in guidance, joy and abundance. Led by Maria Banas. Bring: yoga mat or pillow. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27 Thai Yoga Massage Weekend Course – 10am5pm. Learn to give an hour-long session on the feet alone, while still affecting the whole body through aware stimulation of the sen lines and marma points. Utilizing both dry and wet massage (with and without oil) as well as a Thai foot stick, to glide the lines and press the points with greater accuracy and precision then the hands alone could provide. No prior massage experience is necessary to be educated in this methodology. Led by Ariela Grodner for more information visit BodhiSangha.com. 14 CEU’s for Massage therapists. Sunday 10am-5pm. $250. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/ special-events.

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Healthy U – Depression – A Series of Conversations – 6:30-8pm. How to recognize depression, especially during a pandemic and strategies to cope with depression. Join the conversation with a panel of Mental Health professionals. Sessions are free and available in-person for the first 50 who call to register. All ages welcome. Each session will be available via Zoom. For more information, or to register and attend this event in-person, please call 772-878-2277. Main presenter: Anne Posey, Cleveland Clinic. PSL Community Center, 2195 S.E. Airoso Blvd., Port St. Lucie. PSLParks.com/ HealthyU.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Healthy Holiday Tasting Feast – Noon-2pm. Join Herbalist Gina Kearney and Dr. Mitchell Kershner, a Naturopathic Physician and Health Food Chef for a cooking demonstration and healthy food talk while tasting delectable delights including Vegetable Fritters with Chipotle Aioli, Green Tea Infused Butternut Squash Soup, Organic Spice Pumpkin Bread & more. Limited to 10 people. $55 per person. Herbs & Owls: Herbal Consults, Classes & Herb Shop 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005. ginakearney.as.me/tasting.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Intro to Herbal Medicine – Noon-1pm. Curious about herbalism? Come discover what herbal medicine is, how herbs are used, and ways to select helpful herbs. You’ll also discover how vibrational flower essences and earth-based practices fit into a holistic health model that aims to address the whole person. Register at HerbsAndOwls.com/classes. Free. Herbs & Owls: Herbal Consults, Classes & Herb Shop 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005.

Living the Universal Christ – 7-8pm. Six-week class presented two Wednesdays per month. Apply transformational teachings and Live the Universal Christ Presence. Nov 10 & 17. Pay Pal at UnityofFortPierce.com or checks to Unity of Fort Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Fort Pierce 34982. $10/class. 772-461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11

Journey to Light Meditation Circle – 6:308:30pm. 11-11 is the frequency when we shift consciousness to higher awareness. When we meditate, we allow our awareness to align with our highest consciousness, our Spirit. It is in this place our intuition, creativity, compassion and communication with our Highest self will be natural and spontaneous. Copies of A Journey To Light Within, written by Beth Lynch will be available for purchase, individually signed with a personal message for your journey. Facilitated by Divine Soul Wellness held at Your CBD Store 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd. Port St. Lucie. Please RSVP, limited space, email DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com, book viz Venmo@Rachel-Stevens-105 or via Eventbrite. $35. 954-646-4374. DivineSoulWellness.com.

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Psychic Fair – 11am-4pm. Psychic readers, tarot, psychic intuitives, demonstrations, band, food truck and door prizes. Last reading at 3:45pm. Spark of Divine, LLC 1789 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. For more information, call 772-257-6499 or visit SparkofDivine.com.

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Medicine Making: Herbal Oils & Tinctures – Noon-1pm. Learn to make your own herbal remedies! Gina will demonstrate a how to make an herbal oil and an herbal tincture while you follow along and make your own. You’ll take home a 2oz herbal oil and a 2oz herbal tincture. All materials included. $45. Register at HerbsAndOwls.com/classes. Herbs & Owls: Herbal Consults, Classes & Herb Shop 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005.

Melt into Gratitude Retreat – 1:30-3:30pm. Melt into gratitude in Restorative Yoga. Take 2 hours to reset, renew, recharge, and refresh. Extra props are utilized during the Mini-Retreat to help you dive even deeper into relaxation. Led by Gina Buse. $45. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. dte-yoga.com.

Family Yoga – 2pm. All Ages welcome from infant to grandparent, up to four people per family group $25 per family, $5 each additional person. Offered the 2nd Saturday of each month. Led by Margot Williams. $25 for up to 4 students; $5 each additional person. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. dte-yoga.com.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14

Spirit Speaks With Medium Beth Lynch – 6-8pm. Lynch is an Intuitive Consultant, Medium, Author, and founder of Inner Light Teaching. An evening of inspiration, connection, and channeled messages from your loved ones in Spirit. Each event is unique as Beth taps into the audience’s energy to deliver universal and individual messages from her guides and audience members. This session allows for a personal connection to your loved ones, helping you grieve, find closure, opening you to the signs, and receive the love they continue to share with you from their Spirit world. Q & A included during session and an opportunity to pre-order her new book. Contact Deena Rahill for more information. $60. The Elliott Museum of Stuart, 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Hutchinson Island. SoundVibration.net.

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Sound of Soul Event – 11am-noon. Please join us to Experience HU, the Sound of Soul. Chanting the word HU can bring peace, calm, expanded awareness. After an inspirational quote, we chant the word HU for twenty minutes followed by a time of silent contemplation then a spiritual discussion. Free. The Zoom link/ dial-in information will be sent to those that RSVP either to 772-223-1188 or eck-Florida. org by November 27. What is Unity. How Does It Support Me in Life? – 11:15am-12:30pm. A discussion of the Five Unity Principles and how to apply and live them to create a life that is affirmative, healthy, abundant, focused and filled with gratitude led by Rev. Janice. Love Offering. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.com.

Unity Vero Peace Pavilion Dedication and Celebration – 11:30am. Explore our meditation garden and labyrinth. The “building blessing” will be given by our own and several of our neighbor spiritual leaders. Dedication and ribbon cutting will be followed by a live jazz ensemble performance and delicious food truck refreshments. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Ave, Vero Beach. 772-5621133. UnityofVero.org. Full Moon in Taurus – 6:30pm. Expect Explanation of the moon phase and its effect on our lives and bodies, alter suggestions, rituals, journaling prompts and much more. With Taylor Mazza, please bring a notebook and pen. $15. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. dte-yoga.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18

Shamanism Workshop – 6:30-8:30pm. Join us each month as we explore the teachings and practices of the medicine wheel, spirit animals & guides and nature-based ceremony. Bring a notebook and pencil. Register at HerbsAndOwls.com/classes. $35. Herbs & Owls: Herbal Consults, Classes & Herb Shop 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005. Candlelight Sound Bath Meditation – 6:30-8pm. Sound Meditation assists in bringing the body’s 7 major energy centers (chakras) back into alignment and balance, by quieting mental chatter and allowing for peace and tranquility. Led by Anthony Profeta. Bring your own mat & blanket. Facilitated by Divine Soul Wellness held at Your CBD Store 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd. Please RSVP, limited space, email DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com, book viz Venmo@Rachel-Stevens-105 or via Eventbrite. $25 in advance, $30 at door. 954-646-4374. DivineSoulWellness.com. Blueseum Night at the Museum with The Gabe Stillman Band – 8-10pm. The Elliot Museum is kicking off their Blueseum concert series with a mainstay of the regional blues circuit. This threepiece Blues Machine is one you’ll not want to miss. Doors open at 7pm and concert goers can pre-order dinner from a special “Blues Night Out” menu provided by Philly Down South (561-718-9733) to enjoy before the concert. $20 advance tickets include one free drink. $25 at the door. The Elliott Museum 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart. 772-225-1961.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20

Herb Talk – 11-11:45am. In each Herb Talk class, you’ll learn about several medicinal herbs including how and when to use them, why they’re beneficial and how you can use them at home. Each class will discuss different herbs so attend as often as you’d like. $20. Herbs & Owls: Herbal Consults, Classes & Herb Shop 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005. HerbsAndOwls.com/classes. Full Moon Sound Healing – 6-7:30pm. On Full Moon nights, there is a heightened level of energy both within and without. There are ways to harness this energy towards health, blissfulness and success. Align your spiritual intentions this month with the strong and impressive full moon. Certified Sound Practitioner, Deena Rahill facilitates a powerful Full Moon session combining sound instruments – gong, crystal bowls, chimes, drums and lights helping to remove stuck emotions, letting go of things that have run their course and igniting a feel-good feeling by harmonizing every cell of your body. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket and pillow; and wear comfortable clothes. Contact

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treasure coast save the date WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1 Healthy U, Anxiety – 6:30-8pm. Understand the nuances of the emotion of anxiety, when is it useful and when does it become pathological. Walk away with skills to build your resiliency to times of COVID-19. Open to all those interested in guidance for themselves or a loved-one. Main Presenter: Dr. Agnieszka W. Marshall, Psy.D., CAP, Chief Clinical Officer, Tykes and Teens. Sessions are free, and available in-person for the first 50 who call to register. Each session will be available via Zoom. Can also register online. City of Port St. Lucie Parks & Recreations Department Community Center, 2195 SE Airoso Blvd. Port St. Lucie. 772-878-2277. PSLParks.com/HealthyU.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4 Psychic Fair – 11am-7pm. Gain knowledge and guidance from some of the Treasure Coasts most popular readers as they once again gather in one place to provide attendees with answers to their most important questions. One-on-one sessions providing guidance and validation. Admission is free, prices vary per reader. Call and book in advance or just stop by. Free to attend. Readings available. The Scented Dragon, 6993 Hancock Drive, Port Saint Lucie. 772-877-2102. ScentedDragon.com. Solar Eclipse Sound Healing – 2-3:30pm. During a Solar Eclipse there is a definite change in Earth’s vibration and frequency of energies. For those sensitive souls out there, you may feel the energies intensifying as the Solar Eclipse gets closer, so be gentle with yourself and practice lots of self-love and self-care. On this special evening, and on a deeper level, the frequency and vibration of the instruments (gongs, crystal bowls, chimes and drums) can activate your own “reset” and help you raise your energetic vibration to a whole new level. Contact Deena Rahill for more information or sign up online. $35. The Elliott Museum , 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart. 772-225-1961. SoundVibration.net.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 7 Holiday Healing Spirit Speaks – 6:30-8pm. The holiday season is especially difficult when we miss loved ones who have crossed. Spiritual Medium, Teacher & Author, Beth Lynch shares channeled messages from the other side. Beth begins the evening with a brief discussion on the process, followed by a guided meditation to create a sacred space to relax then channels messages from loved ones.. Complimentary 11-11 ritual gift bags included. Facilitated by Divine Soul Wellness held at Your CBD Store 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd. Please RSVP, limited space, email DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com, book viz Venmo@Rachel-Stevens-105 or via Eventbrite. $45. 954-646-4374. DivineSoulWellness.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 8 Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens’ Annual Art Show and Sale – 9am-4pm. Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 9am-3pm. This Art Show will highlight local, regional and renowned artists in the mediums of Original 2D, 3D, Jewelry & Fine Crafts. Bands, music, dancing, art raffles and more. A weekend of fun for the whole family. Nice variety of food, snack and beverage vendors will be on hand for your culinary pleasure, so please come hungry. Local non-profit agencies will be attending with community support information and an awards presentation for the artists will complete the show. Free. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland, Port St. Lucie. 772-337-1959. pslbg.org/artshow.

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Just Breathe Aerials Black Friday Gift Card Savings – 9am. This is a great opportunity to give the gift of health through yoga to yourself or loved ones. Receive a $150 Gift Card for just $100 all day on Black Friday. Purchase online or by phone or at studio. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. JustBreatheAerials.com. Scented Dragon Black Friday Weekend Sale – 11am-7pm. Scented Dragon is offering special discounts throughout Black Friday weekend, (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) This is the perfect time to save on all your gift giving needs. From books to candles, dream catchers to crystals, special discounts will be offered at all three stores, stop by and save. 772-877-2102 for more information or directions.

ECK Light and Sound Service – 4-5pm. An ECK Light and Sound Service online is a celebration of God’s love for Soul: usually a HU chant, a guest speaker, uplifting music and discussions. Each service lasts about an hour and is designed to help individuals have their own experience with the creative spiritual life force, the Light and Sound of God. Free. Please RSVP to receive link to attend: 772-223-1188 or at Eck-Florida.org. New Moon/Solar Eclipse – 6:30pm. Expect Explanation of the moon phase and its effect on our lives and bodies, alter suggestions, rituals, journaling prompts and much more. With Taylor Mazza, please bring a notebook and pen. $15. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. dte-yoga.com.

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Christina’s Clean Creations at the Hobe Sound Famer’s Market – 9am-2pm. Specializing in all natural, plant-based cleaning products that work. Essential Oil infused, eco-friendly and perfectly pure. Pet friendly and safe for the Earth. Samples available. For more info contact Tina Turner’. Free. Hobe Sound Farmers Market, 1425 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound. 772-341-2421. Unity of Ft. Pierce – 10am. Practical spiritual teachings that support people in cultivating and living from their spiritual awareness. In the sanctuary or the service can be viewed through VIRTUAL OPTION: Facebook Live Stream at facebook.com/unity. fortpierce/. Unity of Ft. Pierce 3414 Sunrise Blvd. Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.com. Unity of Port St. Lucie – 10am. In person (masks required) or viewed on YouTube. Prayer, special music, metaphysical and spiritual teachings. Crowne Plaza 8645 US Highway 1 Port St. Lucie. 772-878-9819. UnityOfPortStLucie.org. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach – 10-11am. Join us for inspiring services and discover how empowered, fulfilled, and free you can be. In person at our sanctuary (masks please); virtually via live stream on Facebook, and uploaded Sunday afternoons to YouTube. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityofVero.org. Anti-Gravity Fly for $10 – 11am-noon. Beginner’s class that introduces you to the Harrison Hammock to get comfortable and build trust. It is half price of a drop-in class at $10 per person. Learn to find comfort in Aerial sessions and enjoy all the health benefits that will follow. This class is also offered most Tuesdays and Wednesdays, check our online schedule for times. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd., Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com or Mindbody App.

Sunday Sound Healing at The Elliott Museum – 2-3pm. Explore the benefits of sound vibration of gongs, crystal bowls, chimes and drums on our physical and emotional well-being. Participants are asked to lie down or sit (request a chair) and are taken on a journey of resonating sounds, altering their brain waves frequencies and allowing for healing to occur. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, and pillow; and wear comfortable clothes. Contact Deena Rahill Certified Sound Practitioner for more information or sign up on the website: SoundVibration.net, 786-488-7782 $ 30. 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart.

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Morning Yoga Flow – 10-11am. A gentle yoga flow preparing your mind, body, and spirit for the beginning/end of the week led by Eden. $15. Blissful.Energy, 240 S. Wickham Rd, West Melbourne. 321-327-8741. Blissful.Energy. Yoga for Inner Peace – 12:30-1:30pm. After a mindful asana (posture) practice, students will learn breath and concentration techniques to quiet the mind, sharpen focus, and access a deep state of awareness and inner peace. Led by Cindy Jovanovich. $10 or Yoga Memberships accepted (10 Classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Pre-registration is recommended. Please bring your own mat. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Kundalini, Healing & Meditation – 4-5pm. A blend of beginners Kundalini awakening Kriyas and energy clearing meditations. Yoga mantra music is used to encourage an uplift in being. Led by Leah Dubois. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga with Marilyn – 6:30-7:45pm. This gentle form of yoga combines physical well-being and balances body, mind, and spirit using guided yoga postures, stretching, and breathing. Bring your own mat. $5 per class, paid at door. Pelican Beach Clubhouse, 1495 Hwy A1A, Satellite Beach. 321-773-6458.

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Chair Yoga – 11:30am-12:15pm. A folding chair is used to assist in postures, working on breath, alignment and strength with a little added support. All Levels Welcome. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-2242444. dte-yoga.com. A Course in Miracles Study Group – 7-8:15pm. Join us in our sanctuary and experience the miracle of a shift in perception. Everyone is invited, newcomers welcome. Bring your book or we have some to share. Held in our sanitized sanctuary. (Love-Offering appreciated). Facilitated by Kathryn Joy. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Ft. Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.com.

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Yoga for Beginners – 11am-12pm. Support and instruction about foundation poses, proper alignment in the poses, breathing techniques and meditation. Provides the tools you need to walk into any yoga class and feel comfortable with Leah Dubois. Please bring your own mat. $10 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Yin Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Yin Yoga is a profound, meditative approach to yoga with a physical focus on accessing the connective tissue and fascia and regulating the flow of energy in the body. Please bring your own mat. Led by Leah Dubois. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Yin Yoga – 4-5:15pm. In this class we will explore up to 7 yin poses, holding these shapes 5 to 7 mins each. Focusing on what your body has to tell you, relaxing into each pose slowly, more slowly coming out of the pose. $15. Blissful.Energy, 240 S. Wickham Rd, West Melbourne. 321-327-8741. Blissful.Energy.

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Hatha Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Multi-level class for beginners and intermediates. Led by Ellen Cameron whose experience allows her to modify asana to the students’ ability, so they get the benefits of the practice without strain. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Kids Aerial Yoga – 5:45-6:30pm. Ages 6-12 will love hanging in the air and swinging in this fun aerial for kids’ class. Second child and beyond are 50% off with the code “Sibling”. $20. Blissful.Energy, 240 S. Wickham Rd, West Melbourne. 321-327-8741. Blissful.Energy.

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Strength & Balance - 8-8:50am. This is a total body workout, exercise session for real life. Frequently changing the variety of exercises and hand-held equipment improves not only strength and balance, but flexibility and coordination. Each exercise adds to the effectiveness of other body movements. Class is free with membership. Non-member fee $5. MidFlorida Event Center-Recreation Department, 9221 SE Event Center Place, Port St. Lucie. Class reservation required call 772-807-4499. CityofPSL. com/government/departments/parks-recreation/fitness. Ashtanga 1/2 primary Series – 11:15am-12:30pm. Ashtanga Yoga is practiced with no heat or music; a consistent series of movements are incorporated to open the body slowly and develop strength and flexibility. An amazing practice for all levels to build strength, flexibility and stamina over time led by Liza Goodhue with over 20 years of experience. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-2242444. dte-yoga.com. Life Raft – 2-4pm. A low-cost fitness program specifically designed for individuals in substance use disorder

recovery programs. Offered in an open and welcoming environment for those seeking physical, social and mental well-being while in recovery. $10 per month. For more information call 772-807-4499. Located in the Humana Fitness & Wellness Center at the MidFlorida Event Center, 9221 SE Event Center Place, PSL. CityofPSL. com/government/department/parks-recreation/fitness. Tune-up Tuesday at The Elliott Museum – 2-3pm. Participate in sound vibrational experience with gongs, crystal bowls, chimes and drums. During this one-hour session, participants lie down on mats or sit (request a chair) and are bathed head to toe in sound vibration. Please bring a yoga mat, pillow, and blanket; and wear comfortable clothes. Contact Deena Rahill Certified Sound Practitioner, for more information or sign up directly on the website: SoundVibration. net, 786-488-7782 $25. 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart. AntiGravity Suspension Fitness/HIIT – 5:306pm. Using the Harrison Hammock as your support system, this class builds up strength in a whole new way. Designed to release major tension via inversions and challenges that won’t leave you hanging. It has multiple inversions, climbing exercises, and tones, sculpts and raises your heart rate! Designed to work targeted muscle groups with interval training exercises. (L3) Level 3 is at an advanced paced. Highly recommended taking three L1 and L2 classes prior to advancing. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd., Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com or MindBody App. Body Blast - 6-6:50pm. This fast-paced, high intensity workout will incorporate muscle toning and weightlifting exercises through explosive fat-burning cardio movements. Also includes various exercises for each muscle group utilizing different equipment. Class is free with membership. Non-member fee - $5. Mid-

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Chi Yoga & Meditation – 11am-Noon. A combination of Chi flowing movements as seen in Chi Gong, and yoga poses, to balance the body, let go of stress, and bring ourselves to a clear, relaxed mind state. Leah blends yoga poses, meditation, and mindful movement together for this physical, mood elevating class. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Yin Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Yin Yoga is a profound, meditative approach to yoga with a physical focus on accessing the connective tissue and fascia and regulating the flow of energy in the body. Led by Cindy Jovanovich.

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Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Yoga Nidra: Meditation and Reiki Healing – 4-5pm. Gentle, restorative Yoga Nidra with deep meditation, relaxation and Reiki healing. Led by Sun Zander. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Aerial Restorative – 5-6pm. Eden will be guiding you through 5 to 7 different postures that will restore the body and mind. These poses will offer your mind and body to sink into the supporting hammock and melt the tension away. $20. Blissful.Energy, 240 S. Wickham Rd, West Melbourne. 321-327-8741. Blissful.Energy. Aerial Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. A high energy class that will be using an Aerial Hammock that is meant to warm the muscles, stretch them out then finally relax in a meditative state. No Jewelry or zippers allowed in the hammocks. $20. Blissful.Energy, 240 S. Wickham Rd, West Melbourne. 321-327-8741. Blissful.Energy. Hatha Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. With Marilyn. This gentle form of yoga combines physical well-being and balances body, mind, and spirit using guided yoga postures, stretching, and breathing. Bring your own mat. $5 per class, paid at door. Pelican Beach Clubhouse, 1495 Hwy A1A, Satellite Beach. 321-773-6458.

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Insight Meditation on Zoom and in person– 1111:30am. Holding meditations in our sanctuary or join via Zoom with meeting ID of 772-461-2272. Love Offerings appreciated. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd. Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFtPierce.com. Gentle Yoga Class - 2-3pm. Stretch, laugh and release. Class will evolve as we figure out together how bendy each participant is on an individual basis and what we need add to our practice to improve our flexibility using a combination of chair and mat poses. $10. Led by Merry Jones from InHervision and held at Spark of the Divine, 1780 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. For more information email Merry@InHervision.net or call 518-860-4400. Reiki Healing Circle – 6-8pm. Experience energy healing with Aromatherapy. Align and Balance your Chakras. Release negative energy. Declutter your mind and body to achieve harmony and balance. Facilitated by Divine Soul Wellness with Rachel Stevens. $15 per person. Please RSVP ahead, limited space, 953-6464374, email DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com, book via Venmo@Rachel-Stevens-105 or via Eventbrite. Private & Group sessions available by appointment. Located inside Your CBD Store PSL 2818 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. DivineSoulWellness.com Reiki Healing Circle – 6:15-7:15pm. Join the powerful healing team for an hour of peace and deep relaxation. Practitioner’s welcome. Free. Donations accepted. Psychic & The Genie, 313 Colorado Ave, Downtown Stuart. 772-678-6170. PsychicNTheGenie.com.

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Gentle Yoga– 11-Noon Gentle healing Hatha Yoga class including asana(postures) and deep relaxation and meditation. Led by KP. Please bring your own

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mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Kundalini, Healing & Meditation – 12:30-1:30pm. A blend of beginners Kundalini awakening Kriyas and energy clearing meditations. Yoga mantra music is used to encourage an uplift in being. Led by Leah Dubois. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Gentle Hatha Yoga - 5:30-6:30pm. Gentle Hatha yoga classes with a focus on healing and meditation. Instructor Teren Nichols is a licensed intuitive massage therapist. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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Joanne’s World of Nutrition – 10-11am. Listen to radio station WPSL AM 1590 every Thursday morning to learn about holistic health and wellness with Joanne owner of Nutrition World in Ft. Pierce who has 30 plus years of expertise. JoannesNutritionWorld.com.

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Intuitive Medium Readings – 12-4pm. Join Intuitive Medium Jessica Watson to have your questions answered. Walk-ins welcome or call for an appointment. Psychic & the Genie, 825 Seaway Drive, Hutchinson Island/Fort Pierce. 772-448-8061. PsychicNTheGenie.com.

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Life Raft – 2-4pm. A low-cost fitness program specifically designed for individuals in substance use disorder recovery programs. Offered in an open and welcoming environment for those seeking physical, social and mental well-being while in recovery. $10 per month. For more information call 772-807-4499. Located in the Humana Fitness & Wellness Center at the MidFlorida Event Center, 9221 SE Event Center Place, PSL. CityofPSL. com/government/department/parks-recreation/fitness. Introduction to Sleep and Dreams 5-Part Series 3pm. Explore ways to improve your quality of sleep, enhance dream recall and understand the different types of dreams. Facilitated by Merry Jones, a Registered Sleep Technician and a lifetime dreamer, the first class will touch on the history of dream interpretation. Scheduled as a 5-part series, these classes are designed so each is individually informative, attend those that fit your schedule. Ideal for anyone who wants to increase self-awareness and connect with yourself and others in a unique way. $45 for 1 class or $200 for all 5. Classes will be held at Spark of the Divine, 1780 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. For more information email Merry@InHervision.neor call 518-860-4400. Spin, Sculpt & Stretch - 6-7pm. 20/20/20 - 20 minutes of cycling, 20 minutes of body sculpting & 20 minutes of stretching following your intense workout. Class is free with membership. Non-member fee - $5. MidFlorida Event Center-Recreation Department, 9221 SE Event Center Place, Port St. Lucie. Class reservation required call 772-807-4499. CityofPSL.com/ government/departments/parks-recreation/fitness.

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Zumba Class – 12:30-1:20pm. Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, east-tofollow, Latin inspired, calorie burning, dance fitness party that’s moving millions of people towards joy and health. Instructor, Suzy. Port St. Lucie, Community Center, 2195 SE Airoso Blvd., 772-878-2277. PSL.Parks.com

Warm 26 – 7:30-8:30pm. This class is based on the 26 poses of Bikram Yoga. The poses are known as Asa-

nas. During this 60-minute class you’ll move through all 26 poses to invigorate all of the body and improve circulation. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd., Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com or MindBody App Reiki Healing Circle – 8:30-9:30pm. Join us every Thursday as we reach out to each other while we reach within through meditation & Reiki healing on Zoom. For more information & link call Ann Marie 772-801-3044. $10. AnnieisMyCoach.com.

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Yoga for Beginners – 11am-12pm. Support and instruction about foundation poses, proper alignment in the poses, breathing techniques and meditation. Provides the tools you need to walk into any yoga class and feel comfortable with Cindy Jovanovich. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga memberships (10 classes for $75). accepted. To preregister visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Yin Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Yin Yoga is a profound, meditative approach to yoga with a physical focus on accessing the connective tissue and fascia and regulating the flow of energy in the body. Led by Cindy Jovanovich. Please bring your own mat. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495. Mindful Kids-Yoga & Meditation (ages 6-12) – 4-5pm. Sharing the transformational benefits of yoga, mindfulness practices, and meditation for school-aged children giving them tools to manage their physical and emotional responses to life. Please bring your own mat. Teacher: Brooke Deratany Goldfarb. $10 or yoga membership (10 classes for $75). To preregister visit: AquarianDreams. com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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Senior Fitness - 8-8:50am. Designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion, coordination, agility, and balance to improve the participant’s daily life. Music is used to enhance the format and create an upbeat and positive experience. This class is primarily for seniors, but it is also a great class for anyone just starting out. Class is free with membership -non-member fee - $5. Port St. Lucie Community Center – Recreation Department, 2195 SE Airoso Blvd., Port St. Lucie. Class reservations required call 772-873-6432. CityofPSL. com/government/departments/parks-recreation/fitness Tea Leaf Readings - 11am-3pm. Tea leaves are used as a divination tool to explore the past, present and future. It is the art of identifying symbols and interpreting messages found in the shapes and configurations of tea leaves. Genie’s Gems, 21 SW Flagler Ave., Downtown Stuart. 772-678-6228. Chair Yoga – 11:30am-12:15pm. A folding chair is used to assist in postures, working on breath, alignment and strength with a little added support. All Levels Welcome. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444. dte-yoga.com. Intuitive Medium Readings – 12-4pm. Join Intuitive Medium Jessica Watson to have your questions answered. Walk-ins welcome or call for an appointment. Psychic & the Genie, 825 Seaway Drive, Hutchinson Island/Fort Pierce. 772-448-8061. PsychicNTheGenie.com.

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Drum Circle – 6-7pm. Come be a part of this Community Rhythm Experience. Our circle will assist you to raise your personal vibration and release inner blocks. We offer a judgement free environment, and all are welcome. Donation. Scented Dragon 6992 Hancock Dr. Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2102. Reiki Meditation Circle – 7-8pm. Experience our Reiki Meditation Circle for an hour of peace, comfort, and harmony. Feel yourself shift into a peaceful place. Practitioner’s welcome. Donation. Scented Dragon, 6993 Hancock Drive Port Saint Lucie. 772-877-2102. Reiki Circle – 7-8pm. Experience the transmission of Universal energy which activates inner calm and peace. Led by Reiki Master Trish Gable. Love offering. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd., Fort Pierce. 772-812-2895. UnityofFortPierce.com.

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Warm Vinyasa Yoga– 7-8am. All levels are welcome as modifications will be provided to allow for personal exploration in your practice. This class is a challenging and dynamic flow that combines breath with movement to warm you up from the inside as well as warming the room. This class is also offered most Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays, check our online schedule for times. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd., Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com or Mindbody App.

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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. Christina’s Clean Creations at the Hobe Sound Famer’s Market – 9am-2pm. Specializing in all natural, plant-based cleaning products that work. Essential Oil infused, eco-friendly and perfectly pure. Pet friendly and safe for the Earth. Samples available. For more info contact Tina Turner, 772-634-1417, ChristinasCleanCreations.com 1425 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound. Psychic Medium Readings & More – 10am-4pm. Psychic Medium & Aura Readings with Christopher Johansen Daily. VIRTUAL OPTION: Readings also available via Skype, FaceTime, Zoom and Facebook messaging. Psychic Medium Readings, Aura photography. Walk-ins Welcome. Psychic & the Genie, 313 Colorado Ave. Downtown Stuart. 772-678-6170. PsychicNTheGenie.com. Tea Leaf Readings - 11am-3pm. Tea leaves are used as a divination tool to explore the past, present and future. It is the art of identifying symbols and interpreting messages found in the shapes and configurations of tea leaves. Genie’s Gems, 21 SW Flagler Ave., Downtown Stuart. 772-678-6228. Warm Flow Yoga for All Levels – 4:30-5:45pm. A gently heated room helps loosen muscles to help expand postures and work more deeply. This practice is a moving meditation to encourage focus on breath and proper alignment as we flow together. Led by Gina Baldo. $18 drop in or packages available at DTE-Yoga.com. Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 772-224-2444.

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Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in The Natural Directory email Kris@myNaturalAwakenings.com to request our media kit.

ACUPUNCTURE

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SIKORA INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Alita Gonsalves Sikora, MD 1255 37th St, Ste B Vero Beach, 772-228-6882 SikoraMedical.com

1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202 Merritt Island, 321-252-3720 HealthyHealingClinic.com Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Micro Needling, LED Therapy, Herbal Therapy, Homeopathic Therapy, Vitamin Injection Therapy, Cupping, Massage and Nutrition. Michelle Connell, AP, DOM, can help you overcome pain and balance your body to maintain health.

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SCENTED DRAGON US 1 Port St Lucie,772-877-2102 Downtown Ft Pierce, 772-301-3814 Jensen Beach Mall, 772-208-5592

Kris Urquhart, Publisher Kris@my-NA.com 321-426-0080 my-NA.com Natural Awakenings is your multimedia resource for natural and ecofriendly living. Visit us online for monthly issues, exclusive content, recipes, offers and podcasts. Join our email list and never miss a thing. Reaching over 75,000 loyal readers each month and thousands more digitally.

Find Treasure Coast’s most experienced readers through any of our stores. Connect with your Spirit and Angel Guides and find the answers and guidance you seek. See ad, page 18.

BRENNAN HEALING SCIENCE PRACTITIONER DHARMA HEALING ARTS Joan LoMonaco RN, BSN 561-289-5712 DharmaHealingArts.com

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Safe healing place to unleash hidden potential through energy work. Transform self-doubt; work through trauma; find trust and heal anxiety. Family Constellation Practitioner.

CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER Brian P. Walsh, DC 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-728-1387 CareWellnessFL.com Natural healthcare for all ages including Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, Chiropractic Care, PEMF Therapy, thermography, massage services, homeopathics and other natural products. See ad, page 9.

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CBD HEMP PRODUCTS NATURE’S HEALTHY HARVEST 2330 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 14 Melbourne, 321-610-3989 Top rated & tested CBD oil, capsules, gummies, topicals, literature, classes.

CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE OF BREVARD Margaret Witzleb, MSN, ARNP 2351 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 4 Melbourne, 321-775-0477

AFFORDABLE, QUALITY pediatric health care offering both alternative and traditional choices for your child’s health, regardless of immunization or insurance status. Home-birthed infants welcome!

CHIROPRACTIC CLOW CHIROPRACTIC 145 Palm Bay Rd NE, Ste 120 West Melbourne, 321-725-8778 ClowChiropractic.com Clow Chiropractic has been providing a full spectrum of natural health-care for over 25 years. Services include chiropractic adjustments, nutritional support, massage (MM2166), physiotherapy, and rehab.

UPPER CERVICAL HEALTH CENTER 1600 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 104 Melbourne, 321-622-4447 UpperCervicalCare.com Dr. Renee Hahn, Upper Cervical Chiropractor, offers relief from a variety of conditions including Allergies, Fibromyalgia, Back Pain, Migraines, sleep disorders and more. See ad, page 5.

CLEANING: NATURAL CHRISTINA’S CLEAN CREATIONS Online and Retail across TC ChristinasCleanCreations.com 772-634-1417 Specializing in all natural, plantbased cleaning products that work. Essential Oil infused, eco-friendly and perfectly pure. Child safe, pet friendly and safe for planet Earth.

PROVERBS 31 CLEANING SERVICE Brevard & parts of Indian River 321-210-8538 Proverbs31CleaningService.com We offer personalized, yet affordable service. Our all-natural cleaning products are safe for your family/pets. Aromatherapy included. Senior discounts. Prices upfront. Licensed, insured, & bonded.

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COLON HYDROTHERAPY CANDICE KLEIN GORDON, M.ED., LMT Indialantic, 321-480-8654 HappyColons.com Candice@HappyColons.com

CHOOSE HEALTH! Colon health management, through irrigation and hydration since 1988, using purified, structured water, in a safe, professional environment. (MA8163)

DIABETES: NUTRITION COUNSELING DIANE KINGSLEY, RD LDN 333 17th St, Ste W Vero Beach, 772-228-6778 SimpleHealthOptions.com

Diane Kingsley is a Licensed and Registered Dietitian with over 20 years’ experience. Her nutritional counseling is an individualized whole-body approach. Telehealth available. Most insurances accepted.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT PORT ST. LUCIE’S PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

772-878-2277 ParksPSL.com FB: Port St. Lucie Parks & Recreation Award winning programs, ongoing mental health series, fitness classes for all ages. Memberships. PSL Community Center and Humana Fitness & Wellness Center at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center. See ad, page 41.

COUNSELING ATLANTEAN HEALING ARTS 1680 Highway A1A, Ste 4 Satellite Beach, 321-543-8882 AtlanteanHealingArts.com

Explore the Ancient Mystery School traditions, teachings and healing methods. Trained teachers and healers provide classes and personalized healing sessions including emotional cord cutting. See ads, page 30.

DENTISTRY SMILE DESIGN AND WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Chris Edwards Dr. Rob Brown Dr. Haley Freymiller Viera, 321-751-7775 SDICFL.com

Innovative, comprehensive, biologic dentistry. Mercury safe removal, high tech office, low radiation digital x-rays. Lasers-no shot, no drill. Ozone therapy. See ad, page 13.

CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, PA

Comprehensive Mercury Free Dental Care for the Whole Family Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797 SmileProfessionals.com Whole body connections and anti-aging Dentistry advanced non-surgical TMJ, snoring and sleep breathing disorders therapy, head, neck and facial pain treatment, non-extraction orthodontics, smile makeovers and dentistry for patients with multiple chemical sensitivities. See ad, page 27.

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.

DREAM CONSULTANT MERRY JONES, RPSGT, CRT, RYT 200 Reiki Master & Yoga Instructor 518-860-4400 Merry@InHerVision.net

Guidance and healing along your spiritual path. Improve balance and flexibility, address pain and create quality sleep patterns. Yoga, breathwork, dream Interpretation, energy healing. Private and groups.

EYE & VISION CARE SYLVIE MORIN, DOM

1727 N. Atlantic Ave Cocoa Beach, 321-785-3330 NaturalHelpForEyes.com MicroAcupuncture48 is known to help with: Dry Eye, Cataract, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Eye Stroke/Occlusions and more. Schedule your complimentary consultation!

FACIALS AND SKIN CARE MASSAGES WITH PURPOSE AND SKIN CARE Ginger Taylor, LE, LMT Melbourne/Palm Bay 321-480-9986 MassagesWithPurpose.com

Advanced, personalized care: Organic Lymphatic facials, Plant-based Stem Cell facials, Infused Oxygen Lifts, Anti-aging skin care, Illuminating Lightening facials, Acne Facials, Advanced Peels, Dermaplaning, Microcurrent Face-Lift, Microdermabrasion, High Frequency, Microneedling, and body waxing! Helping clients transition towards a healthier complexion.

FARMERS MARKETS FARMERS MARKET GUIDE Space & Treasure Coast my-NA.com/FarmersMarket

Find a Farmer’s Market near you in the Natural Awakenings Farmers Market Guide. Support your health and community by shopping local. Bookmark the web page for easy access.

HAIR SALONS ELEMENTS ORGANIC SALON 3800 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 106 Melbourne, 321-349-0389 ElementsOrganicSalon.com

An organic salon and spa providing hair using only natural products with the least amount of toxic chemicals possible Features OWay products. Certified Green Circle Salon.

HEALTH FOOD GLORIA’S HEALTH HUT 951 Old Dixie Hwy, A3 Vero Beach, 772-770-2101

Wide selection of vitamins, supplements, herbs, CBD oil, skin and body care products, gluten-free and organic items. “We’re More Than a Health Food Store.”

NATURE’S MARKET

701 S. Apollo Blvd Melbourne, 321-724-6923 NaturesMarket@cfl.rr.com Vitamins, supplements, homeopathic, health and beauty, and specialty items. Large selection of natural, organic, and gluten-free foods. Rubix Café with limited seating.

NUTRITION SMART

464 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd Port St Lucie, 772 323-2222 NutritionSmart.com Your neighborhood natural organic grocery, vitamins, and juice bar. Committed to providing the community with products necessary for a healthy lifestyle. Free weekly in-store classes.

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.

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277 N. Babcock St Melbourne, 321-757-7522 HerbCorner.net

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 onhand ready to assist.

10471 SE Federal Hwy Hobe Sound, 772-286-1401 PeggysNaturalFoods.com

Moved to Hobe Sound. 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

LILY’S HERBS & MORE

We specialize in natural and organic herbal blends: teas; hand-poured beeswax candles; vegan, organic and specialty soaps; Happy Fizzy bath bombs and Yummy Honey! Fri, Sat & Sun 9am-4pm.

HOLISTIC LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY

6615 N. Atlantic Ave (A1A) Cape Canaveral, 321-784-0930 SunseedFoodCoop.com Community-owned, Not-for-Profit Co-op founded in 1974. Largest selection of vitamins & herbs in Brevard. Organic produce and much more. Open Mon-Sat 9-7 & Sun 10-6.

SUNSHINE HEALTH FOOD & WELLNESS CENTER 2916 S. Washington Ave Titusville, 321-269-4848 Find us on Facebook

Providing nutritional health counseling in a truly holistic fashion by offering massage, cholesterol testing, food detox, essential oils, blood typing along with vitamins, minerals, herbs, homeopathics and natural foods.

HERBALISTS Gina Kearney, Clinical Herbalist 725 N. Hwy. A1A, D-103 Jupiter, 561-768-9005 herbsandowls.com Offering Private Herbal Consults, Flower Essence Therapy and Herbal & Shamanism classes. Visit our Herb Shop with 200+ herbs, barks, flowers & roots plus, tinctures, oils, crystals & more! See ad, page 18.

2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd Port St Lucie, 954-646-4374 DivineSoulWellness.com

Divine Healing, Wellness Education, Meditation, Reiki Circles, Mindful Yoga, Sound-bath Healing, Crystals, Chakra Balancing, Local Jewelry, Art, Candles & Soaps, USDA Organic CBD. Available for private events.

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

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.

HYDROPONICS EXO TOWERS

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 25.

LORI BURKE HYPNOTHERAPY LLC Lori Burke, Cert. Clinical Hypnotherapist Viera, 321-652-1039 LoriBurkeHypnosis.com

Start Living a Life You Love! Free yourself from hostility, fears, resentment; Overcome limiting thoughts and behaviors; Adopt healthy habits; Improve relationships. (IAIH Certified CHt/CCHt/CTHt #7596890).

ELIZABETH L CAMPBELL, BCH CI, MNLP, CTH 611 SW Federal Highway, Suite K-1 Stuart, 772-215-2985 Elizabeth@TranceformU.com

Combining the best of Hypnotherapy, 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. Practicing here in Stuart since 2003.

DIVINE SOUL WELLNESS

Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899 Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com

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HERBAL PRODUCTS Online & Renningers Flea Market Melbourne LilysHerbs.com

PEGGY’S NATURAL FOODS

Bulk Herbs, Herbal Certification Course and other herbal classes. Essential oils, handmade salves and lotions, customized herbal blends and private consultations. See ad, page 38.

HYPNOSIS

321-305-5100 Merritt Island ExoTowers.com

Grow your own food in our modular, hydroponic system. Grows up to 28 plants in less than two square feet. Starting at $199.99 with free shipping.

HYPNOTHERAPY BY JENNY Jenny Battig Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist HypnotherapybyJenny.com 321-345-8971

Access the power of your inner mind to reduce stress, lose extra weight, stop smoking, or overcome other behaviors/patterns that have been holding you back!

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE MELISSA DEAN, MD

Dean Wellness Institute Premiere Center for Regenerative Medicine 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.

DEBORAH A. DEMARTA, MD,

FACS, FAARFM Institute of Colorectal Health & Wellness 218 SW Atlanta Ave Stuart, 772-539-9556 InstituteHealthWellness.com Anti-Aging, Functional and Regenerative Medicine. Colorectal Surgery and Functional GI, hormone replacement, food allergy and nutritional testing, IV vitamin therapy, heavy metals testing, medical aesthetics, THERMIva vaginal rejuvenation, ThermiSmooth skin tightening, HALO skin resurfacing, BBL BroadBand Light skin therapy, laser hair removal, Botox and fillers, skin care, weight loss. See ad, page 15.

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RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD Rebecca Hunton, MD 150 Fifth Ave, Suite A Indialantic, 321-806-7436 DrHunton.com 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 20.

YALE (YOEL) R. SMITH, MD, DABA, BCASI, AFAAFM, BCABARM

Center for Anti-Aging Aesthetic and Rejuvenation Medicine 321-421-7111, Viera AntiAgingIM.com Hypertension, diabetes, mold/Lyme, sleep issues, hypothyroidism, erectile dysfunction, heart attack prevention, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue, food allergies, congestive heart failure, G.I. issues and more. See ad, page 27.

INTUITIVE ENERGY HEALING ANN MARIE CACCAVANO, CHT, NLP, ORDM Patreon.com/LifestyleGoddess 772-801-3044, AnnieIsMyCoach.com Are you looking for guidance to fulfill your life’s purpose? I can help you along the way. Clinical Hypnotherapist, Spiritual Coach, Energy Healing, Psychic Medium, Medical Intuitive.

CORNELIA GILBERT LLC Online/Phone & In-person CorneliaGilbert.com 321-504-8188 Reconnect with your innate self-healing abilities. Witness the change from chaos to clarity, anxiety to calm. Allow me to guide you, finding your true authentic self and expression.

IV THERAPY RADIANTLY HEALTHY VITAMIN INFUSION DRIP LOUNGE 150 Fifth Ave, Ste B Indialantic, 321-243-1859 rh-md.com/rhvi/ Delivering vital nutrients, IV Therapy benefits people with Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Migraines/Tension Headaches, Allergies, IBS, Cardiovascular Disease, Autoimmune Disease, Athletic Recovery, Viral/Bacterial Infections, and Common Cold/Flu. See ad, page 20.

THE DRIPBAR

6375 N. Wickham Road, Ste 101 Melbourne, 321-465-7986 TheDripBar.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 red light therapy and halo infrared sauna. See ad, page 12.

VITALIFTS

4865 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 105 Melbourne, 321-425-2111 Vitalifts.com Dedicated IV vitamin and nutrient therapies Center. IV therapy used for sport performance, stress reduction, migraines, Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, skin rejuvenation, memory, and much more.

OHANA TREE MASSAGE AND YOGA 1044 NE Jensen Beach Blvd Jensen Beach, 888-229-7255 OhanaTreeMassageandYoga.com

Specializing in Deep Tissue and Trigger Point Therapeutic Massage. Individual and group Yoga sessions. Serving Jensen Beach and surrounding cities for over 10 years.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA SIKORA INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1255 37th St, Ste B Vero Beach, 772-228-6882 SikoraMedical.com

Dr. Alita Gonsalves Sikora offers a holistic approach to traditional Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with acupuncture, medical marijuana, bioidentical hormone therapy, weight loss and PRP injections for joints, hair loss, and facial rejuvenation.

LYMPHATIC THERAPY

METAPHYSICAL STORES

NURTURING SOL HEALING ARTS

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State of the art Assisted Lymphatic Therapy. Holistic solution to boost immune system; help relieve lymphedema, post-surgical scarring, inflammation, chronic health issues & more. Additional modalities offered. (MA90143)

MASSAGE THERAPY CHAD TAYLOR, LMT GINGER TAYLOR, LMT ELIZABETH WEBER, LMT Melbourne / Palm Bay 321-480-9986 MassagesWithPurpose.com

Advanced, Medical, Integrative therapists offering: Massage Therapy (deep tissue, prenatal, sports stretching), Craniosacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage Therapy, Micro-Current Advanced Pain Management, Gentle Scar Release, Thai Massage, Reflexology, and Total Body Balancing; helping clients transition towards a better life. (MM35261, MA75423, MA93522, MA86637)

DANIELLE DEMPSEY, LMT 321-431-8280 Melbourne/Palm Bay

Integrative massage therapy customized to your specific needs, including: Therapeutic/Deep Tissue, Tabletop Thai and Pregnancy Massage. Hot stones, infrared lights, and aromatherapy are always complimentary. (MA91001)

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 available.

GENIE’S GEMS

Unique Gifts & Clothing for your Inner Hippie 21 SW Flagler Ave Downtown Stuart, 772-678-6228 Offering metaphysical, ecofriendly, organic yoga and hippie clothing, CBD products, books, singing bowls, crystals, stones, incense, unique gifts & so much more! Free hugs - Open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm. Sunday 10am-5pm.

PSYCHIC AND THE GENIE

313 Colorado Ave Stuart, 772-678-6170 825 Seaway Drive Hutchinson Island, 772-448-8061 PsychicNTheGenie.com Two convenient locations in downtown Stuart and Hutchinson Island offering a wide assortment of incense, candle, books, sage, crystals, CBD Products and more. Psychic medium readings and Aura Photography available. Open & days a week. Monday-Saturday. 10am-6pm. Sunday 10am-5pm.

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VITALITY WELLNESS AND NUTRITION CENTER

SCENTED DRAGON

Port St. Lucie, 772-877-2102 Ft. Pierce, 772-302-3814 Jensen Beach, 772-208-5592 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. See ad, page 18.

Customize a natural and holistic plan to meet your wellness and nutrition goals. Can address gut issues, autoimmune issues, hormones, weight management, thyroid issues, and more.

RUTH M. RODRIGUEZ, DO

1789 Old Dixie Highway Vero Beach, 772-257-6499 SparkofDivine.com

Natural Solutions with Dr. Ruth Space & Treasure Coast, 321-351-4516 NaturalSolutionsWithDrRuth.com/connect

We offer classes, healings, readers and carry a variety of Metaphysical and divination tools, crystals, jewelry, candles, statuary, cards, salt lamps, sage and much more.

NATURAL MEDICINE

Dr. Ruth Rodriguez, board-certified Osteopathic Pediatrician provides sick and wellness guidance using holistic and plant-based therapies. Pediatric telemedicine consultations and in-home physicals.

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Your local resource for Natural Family Health, Nature Cure, Ayurveda & Homeopathy specializing in Digestive Disorders/IBS, Food Intolerance Evaluation, Complex Chronic Diseases, Infertility & Natural Pediatrics. See ad, page 30.

Featuring: grain-free, highquality protein, raw & organic pet foods, treats, supplements, homeopathic and herbal remedies, chemical-free grooming products, natural flea & tick supplies and much more.

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HARMONY NEUROFEEDBACK

1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 9 Indian Harbour Beach, 321-405-2795 HarmonyNeurofeedback.com 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.

Each episode features conversations with local natural health experts on the Space and Treasure Coast helping you to make lifestyle choices to enhance your wellbeing. See ad, page 39.

PSYCHICS TESS, THE TREASURE COAST MEDIUM

NEUROPATHY

Intuitive Medium, Reiki Master, Past Life Regressions By appointment: 772-200-0016 TessTheHealer@gmail.com TreasureCoastMedium.com

DR. STEVE CANUEL

Board Certification Nephropathy 490 Center Lake Dr, Ste 100A Palm Bay, 321-499-4608 WestMelbourneChiropractor.com A long-term solution you can do at home! Our scientific, proven approach heals your nerves and reverses your symptoms. Relief without Surgery, Shots, Addictive Medications. See ad, page 47.

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Christi Buck, RDN, LD, CLT-Owner/Founder 772-218-0858 vwanc.com

PEDIATRICIANS: HOLISTIC

SPARK OF DIVINE, LLC HEALING AND LEARNING CENTER

NUTRITION: DIGESTION SOLUTIONS

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.

VERA GABRIEAL

Locally in Stuart & Virtual 954-793-4444 ThePsychicCrystal@gmail.com Offering Psychic Readings, Spiritual Counseling, Emotional Healing, Life Path Readings, Spirit Guide Connection, Past Life Regression, Intuitive and Psychic Development Training. Certified at 99.8% accuracy. See ad, page 11.

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE DALY INTEGRATED MEDICAL GROUP, LLC 2708 Garden St Titusville, 321-267-4324 DalyIMG.com

If you are suffering from knee pain, shoulder pain, sciatica, etc., we offer several therapies as alternatives to surgery or pain killers. We are a fullservice wellness clinic.

REIKI BETH FRANKS HEALING 1789 Old Dixie Hwy Vero Beach, 772-559-8895 BethFranksHealing.com

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.

SOUND HEALING CERTIFIED SOUND PRACTITIONER Deena Rahill, 786-488-7782 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart SoundVibration.net

Experience a blissful journey of sound, lights and vibration. Gongs, drums, chimes, and singing bowls can alter brainwave frequencies and allow for healing. Group or private sessions available.

SPIRITUALITY UNITY OF FORT PIERCE 3414 Sunrise Blvd. Fort Pierce, 772-461-2272 UnityOfFortPierce.com

A positive, practical approach to living life on Purpose. Services 10 a.m. in our sanctuary (social distancing & masks). Facebook livestream at Facebook.com/Unity.FortPierce. See ad, page 37.

MyNaturalAwakenings.com

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF VERO BEACH 950 43rd Ave Vero Beach, 772-562-1133 UnityOfVero.org

A positive path for spiritual loving! We offer empowering Sunday services, Sunday school, spiritual and personal development classes, support groups, an outdoor pavilion, and an inviting labyrinth.

THERMOGRAPHY STUART THERMOGRAPHY Dr. Steven Zanfini Stuart, 772-781-5353 CompleteCareTC.com

Hatha Yoga with Marilyn Mon. & Wed.

6:30-7:45 pm Pelican Beach Club House

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Finest thermal screening available on the Treasure Coast since 2001. Manage breast health with Thermal breast screening providing insight into ways of staying healthy and not just detecting disease or dysfunction. Upper body and full body screening also available. Offering affordable screening packages including reports, images, and optional flash drive. See ad, page 31.

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AUTO ACCIDENT?

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WELLNESS CENTER BREVARD ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1978 US 1 #107 Rockledge, 321-802-1046 BrevardAIM.com

Our unique Holistic approach combines Acupuncture, Therapeutic Massage, Nutrition & Supplementation, and Detoxification medicine to reduce inflammation, restore health and treat illnesses. Find your balance. See ad, page 33.

YOGA HATHA YOGA WITH MARILYN Pelican Beach Clubhouse 1495 Highway A1A Satellite Beach, 321-773-6458

Balance your Body, Mind & Spirit with Hatha Yoga. Gentle, guided yoga postures with Stretching, Deep Breathing, and Relaxation. $5 per class through Satellite Recreation Department. See ad, page 47.

We can help by realigning the body, relieving pain, and improving recovery time. An auto accident can cause trauma to the entire body which can last a lifetime if you don’t seek treatment immediately. Chiropractic treats the problem, rather than mask the symptoms with pain medication.

The most common types of auto injuries include: WHIPLASH • HEADACHE • JAW PAIN BACK PAIN • NECK PAIN • SHOULDER PAIN Other symptoms include: BLURRED VISION • TROUBLE SLEEPING • DIZZINESS IRRITABILITY NUMBNESS, TINGLING OR BURNING SHOOTING PAIN IN ARMS OR LEGS • FORGETFULNESS We work with your attorney to ensure your insurance company processes your claim correctly.

JUST BREATHE AERIALS

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270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112 Port St. Lucie, 772-877-2122 JustBreatheAerials.com

Offering traditional and AntiGravity yoga. Whether in a hammock or on a mat, join us for a Restorative, Pilates, Vinyasa or Gentle class. Yoga Teacher Training. See ad, page 15.

321-499-4608

Dr. Steve Canuel is Trauma Certified by the Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division.

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