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Let Your Joy Rise
It’s one of the most festive seasons, and with it comes hope, dreams and goals for the new year. Our mission with Natural Awakenings has always been to lend a hand and provide encouragement toward a healthy lifestyle for all who seek it. Our contributors share tools, insights, resources, events and ceremonies for mind, body and soul. We’re proud to be a lighthouse for our readers.
Daralyn & Scott Chase
This month’s issue centers on embracing joy. The holiday season seems to overflow with positive loving emotions, and it would appear easy enough to embrace the abundant joy that swirls in the wind. The season can also be filled with stress and anxiety which sometimes makes it difficult to even recognize joy let alone embrace it. Our December issue is full of great ways to help you slow down, breathe and identify the small things that can let those feelings of joy and love shine through.
Discover how Ceremonial Cacao (not just ordinary hot cocoa) can nourish the soul and help keep the focus on joy in “Sip of Serenity.” This ancient plant-based elixir is not only joyfully delicious but it helps foster love, empathy and connection. The article dives deeper into the medicinal benefits of cacao and how it can help the body, mind and spirit.
Many people embrace joy through the act of giving. One unique gift to consider is gourmet salts. In our Conscious Eating section, “The Magic of Gourmet Salts” highlights many types of salt. While, using salt is often controversial due to health issues that arise with overconsumption, salt is a necessary chemical compound for the body. There is good salt and bad salt and this article breaks down the difference between the two. It’s a tasty realization.
Get-togethers and holiday meals are abundant this time of year. Family dynamics are on display and can be difficult for some people. We’re here to help. In our Healthy Way section, “The Heart of Kin-Keeping” can explain the mechanisms of the usually invisible job of keeping family together and connected to strong roots, traditions and bonds that are bound through love and mutual respect. It must be a group effort, and this article has easy to implement strategies for even the most complex of family dynamics.
Let your light shine, open your heart and embrace the joy that abounds.
Peace and love to you and yours.
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Armand and Angelina Bring Joyful Harmony to Unity of Fort Walton Beach
Unity of Fort Walton Beach wel comes world-renowned inspira tional speakers and performing artists Armand and Angelina for an uplifting concert on Saturday, December 13, at 4 p.m. The event blends music, humor and heartfelt storytelling in a once-in-a-lifetime performance that promises to leave audiences inspired and full of joy.
Known for their appearance on sea son six of America’s Got Talent, the couple captivates audiences worldwide with their signature “World Popera” style, a unique fusion of pop, contemporary and classical opera. Their concerts mix humor, personal stories and powerful vocals to create an unforgettable experience that uplifts the spirit and celebrates love and connection.
Armand, a Louisiana native and ordained music minister, is also a pianist, Native American flautist and songwriter whose work has been featured on national television. Angelina, an Ohio- born classically trained vocalist and guitarist, is celebrated for her angelic tone and dynamic stage presence. “We want people to walk away feeling lighter, more joyful, and connected to one another,” says Armand. Angelina adds, “Our music is a love offering to the world.”
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The duo will also lead Sunday service on December 14, followed by a Native American flute workshop where participants may borrow or purchase a Native American flute.
Unity of Fort Walton Beach, 1797 Hurlburt Rd., hosts the concert with a suggested Love Offering of $20. For more information, call
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Ultra-Processed Foods
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Ultra-processing breaks down whole foods into components and recombines them with additives, flavors, colors and emulsifiers, often making them high in calories, salt, sugar and fat. A 2024 study published in eClinicalMedicine examined the consumption of ultra-processed and minimally processed foods among 200,000 adults with various dietary patterns, including regular red meat eaters, low red meat eaters, flexitarians, pescatarians, vegetarians and vegans. Food frequency questionnaires and food diaries were used to determine diet type and ultra-processed food intake.
Across all diet types, ultra-processed foods made up roughly one-fifth to one-quarter of total daily food intake. Vegetarians and vegans consumed slightly more ultra-processed foods than regular red meat eaters. Low red meat eaters, flexitarians and pescatarians ate modestly fewer ultraprocessed foods than regular red meat eaters. All other groups ate more minimally processed foods than regular red meat eaters.
These findings challenge the assumption that plant-based diets inherently contain fewer processed foods. Vegetarian diets included slightly more ultra-processed foods than meat-heavy diets, while diets with modest amounts of meat or fish had the lowest ultra-processed food levels.
The authors noted that plant-based diets vary in quality depending on the degree of processing. While meat and dairy alternatives are often perceived as sustainable, many are highly processed. Simply replacing meat with packaged plant products may not yield the expected health or environmental benefits.
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Sip of Serenity
Find Peace and Presence Through Ceremonial Cacao
By Kristina Medicina
The holiday season is often a whirlwind of gatherings, shopping, wrapping, cooking and expectations. It can be overwhelming and can sometimes pull us away from our center, which can lead to stress and feelings of disconnectedness. To stay in the heart, meaning to remain compassionate, present and open to joy, it is key to incorporate simple mindfulness practices.
A good way to integrate mindfulness is with meditation. Just five minutes a day can quiet the mind and foster inner peace amid the chaos. Pair meditation with breathwork techniques to help regulate emotions and ground the self in the moment. Simple deep belly breathing is great. Another is the 4-7-8 breathing technique where one inhales for 4 seconds, holds the breath for 7 seconds and exhales for 8 seconds.
For a transformative experience to open the heart, consider turning to Ceremonial Cacao, a sacred plant-based elixir. It has been revered for centuries in ancient traditions for its ability to cultivate love, empathy and connection.
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Cacao is a pure, minimally processed form of chocolate derived from cacao beans. It’s often prepared as a warm, velvety drink. Unlike commercial chocolate, cacao is rich in theobromine and antioxidants which gently stimulate the heart and promote a sense of euphoria and emotional release without the crash of caffeine. Drinking it mindfully can amplify meditation by deepening focus and breathwork. It encourages
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a rhythmic, heartfelt flow. This ancient medicine boosts mood through natural compounds that support serotonin production and invites vulnerability and gratitude, which is perfect for navigating family dynamics or the holiday blues. This practice has gained modern popularity for its holistic benefits, including reducing anxiety which helps foster deeper interpersonal bonds, making it an accessible gateway to heart-centered living.
To make these practices even more enriching, integrate them into a communal setting, such as local cacao circles. Participants can share intentions, meditate and breathe together over a shared cup. These gatherings, often hosted by wellness facilitators in the community, provide a supportive space to explore cacao’s magic while building lasting connections with like-minded people. By prioritizing these heart-opening rituals, everyone can thrive during the holiday season with renewed warmth and authenticity, carrying that glow into the new year.
Kristina Medicina is a ceremonial cacao practitioner in the Pensacola area. Medicina can be reached through Instagram: @kristina-medicina, Facebook: Kristina Medicina, kristinamedicinalove@gmail.com or kristinamedicina.square.site. “A monthly community-gathering in Pensacola with Ceremonial Grade Cacao (raw sipping chocolate) to help quiet the mind and connect you to your heart.”
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by Natural Awakenings staff
Decluttering tech can be liberating, and doing it right benefits the environment. Electronic waste (e-waste), including obsolete or broken computers, televisions, home appliances and phones, contains hazardous materials such as mercury, beryllium and lead that can contaminate waterways and soil if not discarded properly.
The United Nations Institute for Training and Research reports that e-waste generation is outpacing recycling by five times, with less than 25 percent recycled globally. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, recycling 1 million laptops saves enough energy to power more than 3,500 homes each year. Recycling or reselling our old devices not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions, but also can earn us some extra money.
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• Use Earth911.com or e-Stewards.org to find nearby recycling centers that accept electronics.
• Avoid buying devices designed to become obsolete, such as those with non-replaceable batteries, proprietary chargers and sealed hardware.
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Cultivating Joy
How Movement, Gratitude and Connection Transform Our Lives
by Hannah Tytus
“Discovering more joy does not, I’m sorry to say, save us from the inevitability of hardship and heartbreak. In fact, we may cry more easily, but we will laugh more easily, too. Perhaps we are just more alive,” reflected the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu in The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World, where he shared wisdom alongside the Dalai Lama.
Joy invites us to be more alive. It surfaces through awareness, connection and acceptance of the present moment, exactly
as it is. As winter days grow shorter and the year draws to a close, this is a wonderful time to explore what joy truly is, the things that block it and how it can be reclaimed. Ultimately, joy is not a reward for a perfect life, but a way of being that reminds us to embody our full humanity. Though sometimes fleeting, joy can be profoundly sustaining.
A Physical Experience
“Joy is much bigger than happiness,” asserted Tutu. “While happiness is often
seen as being dependent on external circumstances, joy is not.” This mindset— rooted in both heart and spirit—aligns closely with the Dalai Lama’s vision that genuine fulfillment comes from recognizing the deep interconnectedness of all living beings. Joy is an embodied emotion that is distinct from happiness. Happiness is stable, evaluative and may reflect broader life satisfaction—a contentment with one’s career, finances, family, romantic relationships or personal fulfillment—while joy is experienced in the present moment. It is intense, yet fleeting.
In a study conducted in 2025 and published in the International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and WellBeing, researchers interviewed 14 adults about their experiences of joy. The findings explain joy as a complex emotion shaped by individual, relational and cultural contexts. According to the
research, joy is intense, transcendent and deeply felt—often arising spontaneously in response to meaningful experiences or connections.
In contrast, happiness encompasses a broader spectrum, exhibiting greater stability, and is associated with life satisfaction and contentment. Participants described joy as a somatic experience, identifying sensations such as “a rush of warmth and lightness throughout the body,” “electricity,” “a bubbling up,” and “tingling sensations,” accompanied by “the urge to move, smile and embrace others.” These visceral reactions often accompanied moments of intense connection, awe and accomplishment.
If joy is felt through the body, movement itself becomes a doorway to experience it more fully. This cultivation of joy is the cornerstone of Jennifer Joy Jiménez’s life’s work. A pioneer in integrative movement and founder of the Brave Thinking Institute’s Health & Well-Being Division, she developed TranscenDANCE, a conscious dance modality for all ages and mobility levels designed to improve mental, emotional and physical health through inspiring music, body positivity and free-form movement.
Conscious dance is any form of movement that emphasizes mindfulness, inner exploration and emotional release rather than performance or choreography. Although these transformative movement practices have existed for thousands of years, Jiménez laments that for many Americans, dance may be confined to weddings, occasional outings or fitness classes, leaving little room for the expressive and emotive daily practice that “allows our soul-self to move our human self.”
When Gratitude Awakens Joy
By Laura Donigan
There’s a certain moment in my work that fills me with pure joy. It’s when a client looks at me and says, “I’ve never told anyone this before,” and then begins to share something deeply personal and vulnerable. In that moment, I’m filled with gratitude, for their trust, the connection we share and for the reminder that joy isn’t something we chase. It’s something that blossoms naturally when we slow down and appreciate what’s right in front of us.
Joy isn’t something people need to search for or create. It’s already here, in the simple moments of everyday life waiting to be noticed. Take a moment to pause and feel gratitude for all that is, friends, family, sunlight through a window or the laughter of a loved one. These are the things that bring joy to the forefront. Gratitude can open the heart and shift the focus from what’s missing to what’s already beautiful and abundant.
Anyone can invite more joy into life through a practice of daily gratitude. Every day, write down ten things you are grateful for and, just as importantly, why. The statements can be as simple as, “I’m grateful for my breath because it gives me life,” or “I’m grateful for the sun because it warms my body.” This simple ritual can help one begin or end each day connected to what truly matters. It can be used in any moment when mood starts to slip or one feels disconnected from joy. Simply pause, look around and name something to be grateful for in that moment. It can soften energy, lift spirits and be a reminder of how much beauty is all around.
Joy can come from big moments or grand achievements, but it typically lives quietly within the ordinary, in the breath, the warmth of the sun or a smile. Slow down long enough to notice and gratitude naturally awakens joy.
So, if you’re searching for more happiness or a sense of peace, take a deep breath and pause right where you are. Name three things you’re grateful for in this moment, no matter how small. Feel how your heart softens and your energy lifts. That’s joy gently reminding you that it’s always been here waiting to be noticed.
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Dancing for Joy
by Hannah Tytus
Developed by Jennifer Joy Jiménez, TranscenDANCE is a conscious dancing modality that uses gentle movement to connect with the body, release stress and cultivate positive emotion. Here is an abridged practice for daily use.
Step 1: The Dance of Spirit (three minutes)
Begin by bringing awareness to the breath. Listen to the exhale, releasing air slowly and steadily. Root your feet, lift your heart and let your body flow gently, like a leaf in the wind or a cat stretching in the sun. This breathe-and-move practice reconnects you to the present moment and reminds you of your inner calm and strength.
Step 2: The Dance of Shift (three minutes)
Shake it out. Stress lives in the body as tension; release it like flicking water or shaking dust from a rug. Add sound and breath as you move. Each shake helps your nervous system reset, leaving you lighter, clearer and freer.
Step 3: The Dance of Joy (three minutes)
Put on a song that lifts your spirit. Let the body move however it wants—bounce, sway, smile. It’s not about performance; it’s about feeling alive. As gratitude rises from within, joy becomes the natural overflow.
Jiménez asserts, “Just a few minutes of dancing releases the happy hormones, offering a DOSE [dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin and endorphins] that shifts our mood better than any antidepressant.” Scientific evidence supports this assertion. A 2024 meta-analysis published in The BMJ analyzed 218 clinical trials, demonstrating that dance was more effective in alleviating depression symptoms than walking, yoga, strength training and even traditional antidepressants.
The Social Nexus
Joy thrives on connection. While it can arise in solitude, it naturally expands most effectively through relationships and shared humanity. When individuals feel seen, supported and part of something larger than themselves, their sense of wellbeing deepens.
The 2024 World Happiness Report identifies social support as one of the strongest predictors of life satisfaction. Similarly, the Harvard Study of Adult Development—one of the longest-running longitudinal studies of human health—has shown that healthy, fulfilling relationships are the single greatest predictors of both longevity and life satisfaction.
This growing body of research underscores that social connection shapes health across our lifespan. Individuals that maintain meaningful relationships exhibit lower risks of cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, infections, cognitive decline and depression compared to those that are lonely. When people share laughter, empathy or a sense of belonging, they exhibit improvements to their nervous system and immune function, as well as an expanded capacity to experience joy.
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Isolation’s Impact
While connection nurtures joy, disconnection erodes it. In The Book of Joy, the Dalai Lama identified loneliness as one of the most significant obstacles to joy, emphasizing that it arises not from isolation itself, but from a mindset of separation. A person can live alone in the wilderness and still feel content, while another may feel lonely in a crowded room. Loneliness, he suggests, emerges when the heart closes— when anger, fear or stress obscure the ability to perceive warmth in others.
Many modern experiences reinforce this sense of separation. Chronic stress, fatigue, poverty and depression all constrict the emotional space needed for joy. Cultural ideals built around constant happiness add another layer of strain. Researchers describe how placing pressure on ourselves to be perpetually positive leads us to suppress authentic emotion, rather than cultivate genuine contentment. The Dalai Lama observed that persistent anxiety keeps the mind spinning in worry, unable to rest in presence.
Emotional avoidance further narrows the capacity for joy. According to the 2024 World Happiness Report, individuals that intentionally process difficult experiences report a 40 percent increase in life satisfaction. Gratitude research suggests the reason behind this phenomenon: Recognizing joy requires openness and receptivity. When individuals soften their defenses and allow life’s full range of emotion, they create space for joy to return.
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Adopting an attitude of gratitude is one of the best ways to cultivate joy. Recognized by the Dalai Lama as one of the “8 Pillars of Joy”, gratitude has been shown to enhance the capacity to perceive joy in everyday life. Gratitude increases joy, and joy, in turn, increases gratitude in an upward spiral of positive disposition. A 2018 study published in The Journal of Positive Psychology revealed that when the
participants practiced gratitude regularly, it became part of their natural disposition. Participants that exhibited greater gratitude also experienced heightened levels of joy.
Jiménez notes that cultivating gratitude—and therefore joy—is not just a matter of responding to positive circumstances. “There is a difference between gratitude for and gratitude in. It’s easy to be grateful for positive
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As Tutu and the Dalai Lama teach, joy is not the absence of struggle but the presence of heart. It lives in the body, grows through connection and deepens through gratitude. To reclaim it, we must soften the grip of perfection, release the myth of constant happiness and allow space for both laughter and tears.
Jiménez reminds us that joy is something to be practiced—not achieved—through movement, mindfulness and a willingness to feel. Gratitude becomes the bridge that turns awareness into aliveness, inviting us to notice what was there all along. When people pause long enough to be present, they discover that joy does not need to be sought. It simply needs to be welcomed.
Hannah Tytus is an integrative health coach, researcher and content creator for KnoWEwell, P.B.C., as well as a former writer at the National Institutes of Health.
Exercises To Expand Our Gratitude
by Hannah Tytus
Gratitude is an important part of joy because it helps us savor life and recognize that much of our good fortune comes from others, including those that have made it possible for us to be ourselves.
Saying Thanks at Mealtime: According to the Dalai Lama in The Book of Joy, even the act of eating a vegetable dish can become a communal experience. Hold gratitude for the seed in the earth, the sunlight and rain that nurtured it, the hands that tended and harvested the plant, the people that transported it to the local market or restaurant, and those that prepared the meal or taught us to cook.
Writing Down the Blessings: This daily practice is suggested by Jennifer Joy Jiménez, founder of the Brave Thinking Institute’s Health & Well-Being Division. With eyes closed, recall three items from the day for which to be grateful—from a friend’s kindness to the bounty of a good meal or the pleasant aroma in the air. Record these items in a journal, aiming to add three new items each day.
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The Heart Work of Kin-Keeping
Transforming Family Responsibilities Into a Shared Experience
by Hannah Tytus
The holidays can be a celebration of joy and family time, but for many, they are also a marathon of invisible labor. Someone has to hold it all together, planning meals, wrapping gifts, coordinating visits and meeting everyone’s expectations. Health psychologist Kari Leibowitz, author of How to Winter, notes, “The holidays are when we get wrapped up in shoulds—I should do this, or I’ve always done it this way. But things feel joyful only when the person carrying the load feels joyful, too.” That person managing everything amid the chaos is the family kin-keeper.
In 1985, sociologist Carolyn Rosenthal coined the term “kin-keeping” to describe the often-invisible work of maintaining family bonds: remembering birthdays, organizing holidays,
coordinating visits and keeping everyone connected. A kin-keeper serves as the connective tissue across generations.
Kin-keeping work is rarely assigned; it is quietly assumed across families. The burden falls disproportionately on women, often passing from mother to daughter. Rosenthal’s concept builds on a long history of women’s unpaid labor in the home. Across cultures, someone—usually a woman—has been expected to weave the social fabric, whether through cooking, hosting or mediating family ties. These roles often arose out of necessity but hardened into expectations. This important work demands time, intention and skill. It intensifies during the holidays when meals must be coordinated, gifts tracked and gatherings orchestrated. Even when roles are unspoken,
someone absorbs the relational labor, becoming the family magic-maker.
Kin-keeping is critical for family cohesion. 2023 research published in Sex Roles shows that having a dedicated kin-keeper strengthens intergenerational bonds, encourages rituals and sustains relationships over time. Yet this labor is often unseen, underappreciated and unevenly distributed. Mothers, stepmothers and other female relatives frequently inherit the role, even in blended or post-divorce families. Step-relatives often find themselves bridging fractured family ties, carrying emotional work they never chose—work that can lead to stress, burnout and resentment. Kin-keepers can feel trapped by societal expectations to do it right, even when it hurts.
Sharing Family Responsibilities
Reimagining kin work begins by naming it. Recognizing the role and seeing it clearly allows the labor to be set down or shared when it feels heavy or disempowering. To make healthy changes, burdened kin-keepers can ask themselves how they might act from a place of loving intention rather than obligation.
Making invisible labor visible is another key step. Families can talk openly about who does what and acknowledge that sustaining a family is more than cooking meals or paying bills. It is emotional and
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relational work. Sharing responsibilities can lighten the load; one person can plan the meal, another take on decorations and a third handle travel logistics. Intentionally involving men and children in tasks helps create a more equitable distribution of labor.
Creating New Traditions
Joy can be reclaimed by letting go of rituals that no longer serve the family, creating new traditions rooted in current realities and needs, and inviting others to co-create meaningful moments. Releasing the need for perfection will also offer relief from stringent responsibilities and create space for simple pleasures and joy.
“When people look back on holidays, they rarely remember a perfectly cooked chicken or flawless table setting,” says Leibowitz. “They remember the wreath falling and everyone laughing together. The small, imperfect moments are what last.”
Kin-keeping is powerful because it holds families together. Those that take on this role can be proud of the heart work they do because it is precious. Yet this labor should not come at the cost of one person’s well-being. This season, we can ask what we want to carry and what we can set down. Healing begins by recognizing what was inherited and consciously choosing what to pass on. The magic of the holidays comes alive when care is rooted in fulfillment and agency rather than obligation. Kin-keeping is an act of love— but love does not have to mean doing it all alone.
Hannah Tytus is an integrative health coach, researcher and content creator for KnoWEwell, P.B.C., as well as a former writer at the National Institutes of Health.
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The Magic of Gourmet Salts
From Fleur de Sel to Himalayan Pink
by Maya Whitman
Specialty salts can transform everyday foods. To elevate the experience, add bold chili salt to a hearty winter stew, smoked salt to popcorn or ruby-colored wine salt to chocolate truffles. Flavored finishing salts surprise the tastebuds in ordinary dishes like oatmeal, desserts or hot cocoa. Used mindfully, gourmet salt reduces the need for excessive sodium and invites us to savor the extraordinary.
“I think salt is amazing and brings out the best in food—all those hidden flavors,” says Craig Cormack, a gourmet salt chef in Cape Town, South Africa. His career as a food artisan advanced in 2009 when he embraced specialty salts. “My personal collection is sitting at 232 naturally occurring salts from around the world,” adds Cormack, who favors unrefined regional varieties, but also enjoys bold options such as smoked Danish Viking salt for its ancient, bonfire-infused qualities.
Salts vary in texture, flavor and nuance based on their source and harvesting techniques, such as solar evaporation or handraking. Many contain trace minerals, adding depth to dishes, and when consumed in moderation, sea salt may benefit the body compared to refined salt.
Salt’s Good Side
Salt has a bad reputation for causing high blood pressure and other health
conditions, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states that more than 70 percent of dietary sodium comes from prepared and packaged foods, not from salt added at home. The FDA daily value for sodium is less than 2,300 milligrams per day, and using unrefined salts can be a healthier alternative to common table salt, which is demineralized and processed with anti-clumping agents. Celtic gray salt and other mineral-rich varieties contain naturally occurring, trace heavy metals, but also minerals like potassium,
magnesium and calcium, which can help prevent the body from absorbing harmful metals like lead.
“We all need salt in moderation to live. The best way to ingest salt is to season your own food. Processed food has too much salt, and you can’t control your intake. Naturally made, mineral-rich salt is the best choice,” affirms Nancy Bruns, a seventh-generation salt maker at J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works, in Malden, West Virginia. She and her family produce rare, small-batch finishing salts harvested from the ancient Iapetus Ocean beneath the Appalachian Mountains.
Spanning the Salt Spectrum
Whether sourced from evaporated seawater (sea salt) or underground salt mines (rock salt), there is much to choose from. Sea salt comes in various colors, coarseness and complex flavors. Highly prized flake salt—fleur de sel from coastal France—is hand-harvested from evaporation ponds with clay bottoms and, with its delicate, paper-thin crystals, offers delicious nuances as a finishing salt. Celtic gray salt, sourced
deeper within evaporation ponds, contains more moisture and minerals.
Himalayan pink salt, mined from salt beds formed from ancient seas approximately 600 million years ago, contains more than 80 minerals and has a rosy color due to the presence of iron oxide and magnesium. Black volcanic rock salt, also known as Himalayan black salt or kala namak, has a pungent, sulfuric quality that diminishes with heat during cooking and imparts an egg-like aroma and taste that can be useful in vegan recipes. The large, coarse grains of kosher salt traditionally used in Hebrew cuisine give food a robust, briny quality and satisfying texture.
Salt can be infused with herbs, spices, fruits and smoke from various woods to create a multitude of flavor qualities and moods. Bruns highlights her ramp-infused salt, which is combined with wild onions gathered during the Appalachian springtime. Charred oak from old bourbon barrels makes their smoked salt a favorite for grills and even chocolate desserts. Cormack spotlights the fine indulgence of Tartuflanghe brand truffle salt from Italy for an unforgettable mushroom risotto.
Bruns is grateful for the timeless spirit of salt. “I come to work on the same land where my ancestors made salt for over 150 years. I feel their presence, as if they are watching over my shoulder. That legacy and sense of stewardship is present every time I sprinkle salt on my food.”
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POMEGRANATE PICKLED FISH
This gourmet holiday dish is ideal for a dinner party.
YIELD: 8 SERVINGS
3½ lbs yellowtail fish, skinned
6½ oz vegetable oil
3½ lbs sliced onions
1 Tbsp garam masala
1 tsp fennel seeds
1 tsp coriander seeds
1 tsp black peppercorns
4 whole cloves
4 to 5 bay leaves
¾ cup, combined, equal amounts of dried apricots and sultanas (golden raisins)
2 cup white or red wine (red wine gives fish a deeper color)
½ Tbsp coarse salt
5 Tbsp white wine vinegar
2 Tbsp brown sugar
Seeds of 1 large pomegranate
FOR HOMEMADE LIME MAYO
5 large egg yolks
1 Tbsp English mustard Juice of two limes
Preheat the oven to 400° F.
Zest from one lime 1½ cups sunflower oil 1 tsp salt
Place fish in a baking dish, allowing space for sauce.
Heat the vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or a flat wide pot. Add onions, cover and sauté at low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become sweet.
Stir in garam masala, fennel, coriander, peppercorns, cloves and bay leaves. Turn heat up to medium and fry for 30 seconds to temper the spice, and then add the apricots, sultanas, wine and salt. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
Remove pan from heat and stir in the vinegar and sugar until well incorporated into the sauce. Pour sauce over the fish. Cover baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove dish from oven, let it cool completely and then refrigerate for at least a day.
Add all the lime mayo ingredients into a bowl, except for the sunflower oil. Slowly add the oil while whisking the ingredients vigorously. When all the oil is added, the mix should be velvety smooth and be able to hold its own shape. Store in the refrigerator. Serve cold fish on a salad with homemade lime mayo. Garnish with a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds.
Recipe courtesy of Craig Cormack.
FLAVOR-INFUSED SALT
1 tsp dried herbs, spices or citrus zest of choice
¼ cup kosher salt, coarse sea salt or coarse Himalayan pink salt
Basic Infusion Instructions
In a bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of dried herbs, spices or citrus zest for every ¼ cup of kosher salt, coarse sea salt or coarse Himalayan pink salt. Stir thoroughly and store the mixture in a sealed, dry, airtight jar. For optimal results, let the flavored salt sit in the closed jar for a few hours before use.
Suggested Combinations and Uses
Create a delicious finishing salt for grilled shrimp, vegan tacos or black bean soup by combining 1 teaspoon fresh lime zest, ½ of a dried hot chili pepper and ¼ cup kosher salt. Sprinkle to taste just before serving.
Enhance fresh blueberries, melon, warm oatmeal or freshly baked brownies with a unique flavor by crushing 1 teaspoon of organic lavender buds in a mortar and pestle until the flowers are bruised and fragrant, then combining them with ¼ cup coarse Himalayan pink salt. Sprinkle to taste immediately before serving.
Make a wonderful cooking salt for roasted vegetables by mixing 1 teaspoon dried rosemary with ¼ cup Celtic gray sea salt. Sprinkle to taste before baking in the oven.
Recipe courtesy of Marlaina Donato.
Cross Training for Holistic Health
Advantages of a Well-Rounded Exercise Routine
by Jordan Peschek, RN-BSN
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans advises adults to engage in at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise weekly, along with muscle-strengthening activities for major muscle groups at least twice a week.
Cross training is a powerful approach that combines aerobic and strength training into one dynamic routine, helping individuals reach their physical fitness goals more efficiently. According to Dawn Coleman, an American Council on Exercise-certified personal trainer in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, “Cross training benefits greatly outweigh focusing on one particular type of training.
By creating multiple stimuli for the body, you allow it to adapt quickly to input, prevent injuries and allow the body to be prepared for the unknown scenario.”
Benefits of Diversified Workouts
For everyone, regardless of age or ability, integrating aerobic or cardiovascular exercise with resistance or strength training offers many health benefits, including reduced stress, better sleep, improved self-esteem, enhanced immune function and heart health, as well as beneficial bone mass and body weight. Despite these advantages, many may be hesitant to start cross training due to uncertainty about where to begin.
For example, a regular jogger might not know which strength exercises to pair
with their running routine, while gym-goers lifting weights may be reluctant to add cardio. Whether someone is a competitive runner aiming to prevent injury and build strength or a non-athlete looking to optimize health as they age, combining both strength and cardiovascular training is a fun and effective choice.
“I see a lot of overtraining-related injuries when athletes fail to diversify from their sport,” says Tessa Kothe, a practitioner in Colorado Springs with a Ph.D. in physical therapy. “Clients who implement cross training tend to end up more robust, healthier and recover from their injuries much faster than those who do not diversify their training.”
Building Strength and Endurance
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) Integrated Fitness Training (IFT) Model provides four training phases, depending on the abilities and goals of an individual. Beginners, for example, ease into exercises that enhance postural stability, core activation and static balance with exercises such as planks, single-leg stands with core contraction and a heel-to-toe walk with a three-second pause after each step, respectively. Additional exercises are gradually introduced to enhance a person’s health and function, with a focus on five primary movements:
1. Bending and lifting (squats)
2. Single-leg movement (lunges)
3. Pushing (bench press, push-ups and triceps extensions)
4. Pulling (pull-ups, one-arm rows and bicep curls)
5. Spinal rotation (lying knee-to-chest twists and planks with side-to-side twists)
Once these more advanced exercises can be performed safely in the correct form, then weight or resistance is added. The final phase of the ACE IFT Model involves performance training with functional movements that incorporate load, movement and speed to boost agility, quickness and power. kali9 from Getty
Cross training combines strength and cardiorespiratory benefits into a single workout by alternating between strength-based and aerobic activities, engaging multiple systems in the body. It appeals to those that value a holistic wellness approach due to its adaptability. Sessions can be tailored to individual needs, energy levels, wellness goals and time constraints. By choosing enjoyable and convenient exercises, we can avoid monotony and increase the likelihood of making them a regular part of life.
A cross training day might include a hike with weighted walking poles or a 15-minute yoga flow followed by a workout with light resistance bands. Another example is combining 10 to 20 minutes of rowing or stair climbing with 20 minutes of core work, squats and lunges.
During aerobic activities like walking, running, biking or swimming, ACE recommends beginning with 20 to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise at a pace that allows easy conversation, then gradually adding longer workouts, intervals, increased speed or higher intensity.
For newcomers to cross training, begin with two sessions per week, alternating 15 minutes of strength training with 15 to 20 minutes of cardio or mobility work. This can be gradually increased to meet the recommended weekly physical activity guidelines.
Tips for Success
• Listen to the body. Each day is different. Honor energy levels and prioritize form and safety over intensity.
• Fuel and recover well. Whole foods, hydration and ample sleep are essential for muscle repair and sustained energy.
• Keep it simple. Basic tools like a yoga mat, jump rope or pair of dumbbells are often all that is needed to get started.
• Seek community. Group classes, virtual platforms or one-on-one guidance can provide structure, proper form instruction and encouragement.
Cross training is more than just a workout plan; it is a practice of self-care, strength and sustainability. For those embracing holistic living, this style of movement aligns well with long-term wellness goals. It is about cultivating a resilient, vibrant body and mind that can carry us through the decades with grace.
Jordan Peschek has a background in personal training, yoga instruction and mental health nursing. She publishes the Milwaukee and Twin Cities editions of Natural Awakenings.
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Thursday, December 4
Candlelight Restorative Yoga w/Dragonfly Yoga – 5:30-7pm. Slip into the holidays with relaxation, rest, and renewal at this gentle candlelit restorative class. Unwind, release tension, and restore balance while surrounded by soft light and soothing energy. Enjoy post-class tea and cookies as you close the evening with gratitude. Limited enrollment. $18 drop-in or use your class package. Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St SE, Bldg 2, FWB. DragonflyYoga.com/Workshops.
The Wheel of the Year: Living in Sacred Rhythm – 6:30-8pm. Learn to align your life with the natural cycle of the year, honoring the energetic gifts of each season as a sacred teacher. $35. To register: Contact Melissa: Hello@ SparkUHealing.com or 850-596-8554.
Friday, December 5
Anti-Inflammatory Cooking Class
Vegan Tasting w/LauraLee – noon-1pm. Ever’man Cooperative hosts an inspiring anti-inflammatory cooking class featuring flavorful plant-based dishes that calm the body instead of inflaming it. Instructor LauraLee guides participants through ingredients and cooking techniques that promote joint comfort, healthy digestion and steady energy. A
vegan tasting completes the experience, supporting Ever’man’s mission to encourage fresh, local and sustainable wellness. $10, $5 members. Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Café, Garden Street location, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. Everman.org/Classes.
Saturday, December 6
The Vision Portal: Collage, Clarity & Cards with Melissa – 6-8:30pm. Step into a sacred evening of clarity, creativity and intuitive connection. Melissa Tanner provides you with supplies for a soulful vision boarding session. Then, receive a personalized oracle reading to illuminate your path and align your energy. This is more than your normal vision boarding workshop. $30. Register: Contact Melissa: Hello@SparkUHealing. com or 850-596-8554.
Tuesday, December 9
Solstice Seeds: A Ritual of 13 Nights –6:30-8pm. In this immersive 90-minute workshop, you’ll unlock the power of the 13 Magical Nights—a sacred ritual to vision, manifest and align with the year ahead. You’ll learn how to harness nightly intentions to co-create your future with clarity and magic. $20. Register: Contact Melissa: Hello@SparkUHealing.com or 850-596-8554.
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Friday, December 12
The Gift of Peace Restorative Yoga + Reiki Experience with Felicia Crawford & Melissa Tanner – 6-8pm. In this 90-minute class, you will experience supported restorative postures that release physical tension, Reiki Light Energy and aromatherapy to soothe and balance, guided breath and meditation to invite inner peace and renewal in a serene, candle lit environment to embrace rest and reflection. $33 or 2 for $55. Register at TherapyForTheSoul.org.
Sunday, December 14
Sense Immersion Sound Bath + Aromatherapy + Relaxation w/Felicity Hall – 4-5pm. Join Felicity Hall for a deeply nourishing Sense Immersion that blends sound bath, aromatherapy and guided relaxation to melt away stress and tension. Let soothing vibrations wash through the body, clearing what is no longer needed and inviting calm, clarity and renewal. Limited to 12 participants. $20. Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St SE, Bldg 2, FWB. DragonflyYoga.com/Workshops.
Tuesday, December 23
Release & Rise: Year-End Energy Clearing – 7-8:30pm. As the year draws to a close, join Melissa Tanner for a transformational ritual designed to clear stagnant energy and awaken your next becoming. In this sacred workshop, you’ll move through breathwork, meditation and symbolic burning to release what no longer serves you. $30. Register. Contact Melissa: Hello@SparkUHealing.com or 850-596-8554.
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Saturday-Sunday, February 21-22, 2026
Dragonfly Yoga 200 RYT Therapeutic Teacher Training – 8am-4pm. Embark on a transformative eight-month journey through Dragonfly Yoga’s 200-Hour Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training. Designed for both aspiring teachers and devoted students, this comprehensive program deepens your understanding of yoga’s healing principles while guiding you to discover your unique teaching style. Sessions meet monthly, one weekend per month, fostering growth through practice, study and self-discovery. Guest teachers include Moira Anderson, Felicity Hall and Melissa Shalongo. Space limited to seven participants. Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St SE, Bldg 2, FWB. Text 850-642-1015 for details. DragonflyYoga.com.
Ongoing Events
Monday
Pilates Mat with Amy Sutton – 8:45am. Join Amy Sutton’s mat Pilates class to build core strength, improve posture, and boost flexibility with effective floor exercises and breathwork. Small props may be used. Class packages and drop-in rates are offered. Pure Pilates Gulf Breeze, 221 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze. Info@PurePilatesPensacola.com. 850-932-3424. PurePilatesPensacola.com/schedule.
Somatic Healing Yoga – 9am. Start your week with a somatic yoga class focused on mindful movement for body awareness and emotional balance. Enjoy drop-in rates and packages. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St SE, FWB. Info@DragonflyYoga. com. 850-244-0184. DragonflyYoga.com.
Barre Pilates Fusion with Trish Durkin –10am. Join Trish Durkin for a Barre Pilates Fusion class combining ballet, Pilates, and yoga. Using props like a barre, weights, and resistance bands, this low-impact workout builds strength, balance, and flexibility. Open to all fitness levels; packages and drop-ins available. Pure Pilates Gulf Breeze, 221 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze. Info@ PurePilatesPensacola.com. 850-932-3424. PurePilatesPensacola.com/schedule.
Pilates Equipment with Tammy Crump – 10am. Join Tammy Crump for a Pilates Equipment class tailored to your level. With experience in athletic coaching and rehab, she offers expert instruction on various equipment to boost strength and alignment. Packages and drop-in rates are available. Pure Pilates Gulf Breeze, 221 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze. Info@ PurePilatesPensacola.com. 850-932-3424. PurePilatesPensacola.com/schedule.
Steady and Strong Yoga – 10:45 am. Empower your week with this active yoga class focused on building strength, stability and confidence. The steady pace supports your
personal yoga journey while helping you develop a strong, resilient body and mind. Drop-in rates and packages available. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St SE, FWB. Info@DragonflyYoga.com. 850-244-0184. DragonflyYoga.com.
Pilates Equipment with Karla Wheeler –1pm. Join Karla Wheeler for a Pilates Equipment session suitable for all levels. Drawing on years of teaching, she leads strength and body awareness exercises using equipment such as the reformer, chair, arc, barrel, or trapeze table. Pure Pilates Pensacola, 426 S Palafox St, Pensacola. Info@PurePilatesPensacola.com. 850-607-2772. PurePilatesPensacola.com/schedule.
Sweet and Sassy Yoga Flow – 5:30pm. Start your week with a beginner-friendly flow class that boosts energy and confidence. Ideal for Monday evenings. Dropin rates and packages offered. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St SE, FWB. Info@ DragonflyYoga.com. 850-244-0184. DragonflyYoga.com.
Celebrate Recovery – 6pm. Open to everyone as a safe place to heal from hurts, habits and hang-ups. This is a 12-step program that uses the traditional steps and 8 Principles in the Beatitudes from the bible. We recognize Jesus Christ as our higher power. Dinner is also available from 5:155:45pm, $5-adults, $3-children, and no one turned away. Community Life Church, 4115 Soundside Dr, Gulf Breeze. Facebook.com/ CRatCommunityLifeChurch/.
Peaceful Grace A Journey of Mindfulness w/Felicia Crawford – 6-7:15 pm. A fourweek meditation experience in presence and peace. Each session gently guides participants through practices that cultivate inner calm, emotional balance and compassionate awareness. $111 full series or $33 drop-in. McIntosh Manor, Freeport. Felicia Crawford. TherapyForTheSoul.org.
Tuesday
Functional & Playful Yoga with Melissa – 9am. Join Melissa’s light-hearted yoga class to boost strength, agility, and coordination with fun, functional movements. Ideal for improving everyday mobility. Drop-in rates and packages available. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St SE, FWB. Info@DragonflyYoga.com. 850-2440184. DragonflyYoga.com.
Gentle Yoga & Stillness – 6pm. Relax with gentle movement and deep rest in this evening class designed to ease your nervous system. Military and family members pay just $5 drop-in. Drop-in rates and packages are available. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St SE, FWB. Info@DragonflyYoga. com. 850-244-0184. DragonflyYoga.com.
Wednesday
Hello Hatha Beginner Yoga – 5:30pm. Join this beginner-friendly Hatha class to learn basic movements that boost flexibility, balance, and energy. Ideal for newcomers or those wanting a gentle practice. Drop-in rates and packages offered. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St SE, FWB. Info@DragonflyYoga.com. 850-244-0184. DragonflyYoga.com.
Thursday
Reiki Share – 2nd & 4th Thur. 6-7pm. This Reiki share is perfect for the curious participant or the experienced Reiki practitioner. Join us to experience Reiki for the first time or to share your energy with others. Donation based. Drop-in or register: app. ubindi.com/SparkUHealing.
Friday
Unfolding Flow with Felicity – 10:45am. Start your Friday with Felicity’s all-level flow class, focusing on movement and mindful transitions. Inspired by her global yoga experience, this session connects breath with motion. Drop-in rates and packages are available. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St SE, FWB. Info@DragonflyYoga. com. 850-244-0184. DragonflyYoga.com.
Friends & Family EES Matinee – 1-3pm. Relax in a lounge chair in the Energy Enhancement System (EESystem) room while enjoying a one-hour educational video or live presentation. Experience this cutting-edge scalar and bio-photonic technology designed to promote relaxation, reduce stress, alleviate chronic pain and enhance overall vitality. $50 2-hour session. 7170 N 9th Ave, Pensacola. 850726-9427. Info@RegenerationStation850. com. RegenerationStation850.com.
The Shift: A Regeneration Stations Experience – 6-8pm. Every other Friday, join a guided energy-regeneration session in Regeneration Station’s “Energy Room.” Experience calming techniques and a re-
storative space designed for stress relief, relaxation, and renewal with others. $50. Register Facebook/RegenerationStation850. 7170 N 9th Ave, Pensacola. 850-726-9427. RegenerationStation850.com.
Saturday
Okaloosa County Farmers' Market – 7am1pm. Celebrate local agriculture and craftsmanship in Fort Walton Beach. Find seasonal vegetables, fruits and flowers. Free. 1954 Lewis Turner Blvd, FWB. 850-689-5850.
Community Yoga with Melissa – 9-10am. A 1-hour yoga practice that is appropriate for all ages and levels. The class is a relaxationbased practice that is designed to reset your parasympathetic nervous system and allow you to release what no longer serves you. This fusion slow flow Hatha meets Subtle® Yoga method will guide your body from chronic stress and fight or flight into the beautiful, rest and digest space. You will leave feeling refreshed, relaxed and reset. Taught by Dr. Melissa Tanner. $20. Drop-in or register at app.ubindi.com/SparkUHealing.
Grand Boulevard Farmers’ Market – 9am1pm. Free. Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, 600 Grand Blvd (in Grand Park between Tommy Bahama and Cantina Laredo), Miramar Beach. 850-499-4697. 30AFarmersMarket@gmail. com. GrandBoulevardFarmersMarket.com.
Niceville Florida Community Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Local and regional produce, honey, mushrooms, farm fresh eggs, bakery items, teas, fresh local seafood and handcrafted jewelry. Free. Palm Plaza, 1003 C. John Sims Pkwy, Niceville.
Seaside Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Embrace this charming outdoor market on the beautiful Emerald Coast. From fresh, organic produce to handmade crafts, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy a relaxing shopping experience with live music and a community-focused vibe. Free. 2235 E County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach. Seaside Community, info@seasidefl.com, 850-231-5411.
Palafox Market – 9am-2pm. Find live plants, local fruit, vegetables, herbs, fine art and antiques. Free. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza on N Palafox St between Wright St and Garden St, Pensacola. 850-434-5371. PalafoxMarket.com.
Sunday
Free Yoga at Bayview Park 2025 – 9:30am, 1st Sunday. Rejuvenate with an outdoor yoga session at Bayview Park, led by experienced instructor Stacey Vann. These free, one-hour classes are open to all ages and skill levels, providing a serene environment to enhance your well-being amidst nature. Bring your mat and embrace the tranquility of yoga in the park. Free. Bayview Park, 2001 East Lloyd St, Pensacola. Stacey Vann, Stacey@BreathePcola.com, 850-555-1234.
Free Spiritual Book Club – 10-11am, Zoom – This book club will focus on Felicia’s new book: Virtues of Divinity: Awaken the “SuperSoul”. Each week, we will meet to discuss the 4 Principles and the 44 Virtues. Speak with the author each week and deepen your understanding of the content! The book is available at TherapyForTheSoul.org and Amazon.
Calm Restorative Yoga with Andrea –10:30am. Step into stillness with Andrea in this soulful restorative yoga class. Infused with calm and presence, the practice invites deep relaxation, healing and release. Andrea’s nurturing energy and 26 years of experience guide you
gently back to center. Drop-in rates and packages available. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St SE, FWB. Info@DragonflyYoga.com. 850-244-0184. DragonflyYoga.com.
Pilates Equipment with Alexa Frieberg – 10:30am. Join Alexa Frieberg for a full-body Pilates Equipment class for all levels. Using reformer, chair, arc, barrel, or trapeze table, you’ll improve body awareness, core strength, and functional movement. Class packages and drop-in rates are offered. Pure Pilates Pensacola, 426 S Palafox St, Pensacola. Info@PurePilatesPensacola.com. 850-607-2772. PurePilatesPensacola.com/schedule.
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850-565-9600
Info@DiscoverDynamic.com DiscoverDynamic.com
Dr. Gabriel and his team focus on the nervous system: the brain, spinal cord, nerves and the spinal structure that protects this delicate system—essential to the body’s ability to function, restore and preserve health. We help individuals and families overcome health obstacles and reach their fullest health potential.
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Cold Plunge
REGENERATION STATION
7170 N 9th Ave, Pensacola 850-542-1970
Regenerationstation850.com
Experience Pensacola’s only Cold Plunge system for energy boosts, recovery and mental health. Cold water immersion therapy features ultra-clean, 39-degree water for optimal benefits. See ad, page 9.
Colon Irrigation
COYLE INSTITUTE
9295 Scenic Hwy, Pensacola 850-637-8258
CoyleInstitute.com
Colon Hydrotherapy (CHT)—a safe process for colon cleansing. CHT works by gently introducing warm water into the colon for the purpose of softening and eliminating waste. Under the direction of Michael Coyle, DO, our patients are in the best possible hands. Call to schedule your session today. See ad, page 21.
Community Cacao Circle
KRISTINA MEDICINA
Instagram: @kristina-medicina
Facebook: Kristina Medicina
KristinaMedicinaLove@gmail.com
A monthly community-gathering in Pensacola with Ceremonial Grade Cacao (raw sipping chocolate) to help quiet the mind and connect you to your heart. Location varies. Visit sites for updates.
Dementia
MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER
(Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787
MindPerformanceCenter.com
Our non-invasive, drug-free approach helps dementia patients that originally scored in the teens on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment be restored to the point of scoring normal (26-30). See ad, page 24.
Dentistry
Healthy digestion, well-aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good night’s sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat snoring, sleep apnea and TMJ disorders, plus crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital X-ray imaging and CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ad, page 17.
Depression BE WELL SOLUTIONS/DESTIN KETAMINE SOLUTIONS
4641 Gulfstarr Dr, Ste 105, Destin 850-786-2051
CompleteKetamineDestin@gmail.com
CompleteKetamineSolutions.com
Ketamine Therapy has clinically been proven to help with depression, brain health, PTSD, and other issues that lead to depression. Affordable treatments include IV hydration and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. See ad, page 5.
MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER
(Located inside Path to Wellness)
240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787
MindPerformanceCenter.com
Offering Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Brainsway—a proven tool in the fight against depression that is non-invasive, painless and drug-free) with functional medicine and brain pathway rehabilitation for the most robust changes possible. See ad, page 24.
REGENERATION STATION
7170 N 9th Ave, Pensacola 850-542-1970
RegenerationStation850.com
The application of the Energy Enhancement System and Brain Tap sessions allows you to relax and recharge in a room filled with amazing energy and gives your body the energy it needs to heal itself. People have reported improvement in autism, brain fog, chronic fatigue, depression, MS, nervous system disorders, dementia, Alzheimer’s and pain relief. See ad, page 9.
Energy Healing
REGENERATION STATION
7170 N 9th Ave, Pensacola 850-542-1970
RegenerationStation850.com
Elevate your vitality by harnessing the power of the Scalar energy enhancement system for relaxation and selfhealing. Users report improved health with conditions such as arthritis, autism, depression, diabetic neuropathy, brain fog and more through this rejuvenating process. See ad, page 9.
Far Infrared Sauna
REGENERATION STATION
7170 N 9th Ave, Pensacola 850-542-1970
RegenerationStation850.com
Explore advanced sauna therapy to enhance circulation, detoxify and boost relaxation. Sessions promote holistic wellness with traditional and modern benefits of infrared heat exposure. See ad, page 9.
Food & Supplements
BALANXED LIFE
903-572-0567
BalanxedLife@gmail.com
Balanxedlife.com
Water structuring device for the entire home and a portable solution. Plant based, energy infused wellness products—Electralife, Alkalife, Biotic- Life -designed to revitalize hydration, enhance vitality and simplify natural living.
BODY-B-HEALTHY
Natural Alternative Wellness Center 2225 S Ferdon Blvd, Crestview 850-682-8893 • Find us on Facebook
We offer cuttingedge testing, screening, iridology and wellness coaching, along with all natural supplements, homeopathic solutions and anti-aging products. Let our knowledgeable staff can help guide your selection of trusted products.
EARTHQUAKE EDDIE BEE
Pollen Based Nutritional Supplements 112 E Shipwreck Rd, Santa Rosa Beach 850-582-6765
Info@EEBSF.com
We utilize bee pollen, Royal Jelly and other plant-based foods that are full of life-sustaining nutrients in all of our formulations. Our formulations include a generous portion of bee pollen due to its active role in promoting a strong immune system, increased energy and an overall feeling of good health. See ad, page 25.
Natural supplements, herbs, skin care and essential oils, plus organic and specialty foods. In-store 100% organic café (weekdays 9-4) with juices, smoothies, etc. Very knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 3.
HONEYMED
Your LOCAL Honey with Spice 850-822-8154
HoneyMedBiz@gmail.com HoneyMedBiz.com
HoneyMed is a delicious blend of raw honey and three powerful superfoods: turmeric, ginger and cayenne pepper. HoneyMed is true nature’s medicine with anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, revitalizing and immunityboosting properties. See ad, page 18.
STAFF OF LIFE
HEALTH FOOD STORE
(New Location) 1107 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville 850-678-8411
Niceville's only fully stocked health food and supplement store. In our new expanded location providing all of your favorite brands and hard-to-find products to keep you healthy. We also carry local farmraised beef (grass-fed & finished), pork, chicken, eggs and dairy products. Knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 19.
Functional Medicine
TARA HALL, RN, BSN, ACN Functional Medicine Practitioner at Inspired Health and Wellness Clinic 1300 N Palafox St, Ste 104, Pensacola Tara@InspiredHealthClinic.com
Handyman
KELLEY HANDYMAN SERVICES LLC
John and Sherri Kelley, Owners KelleyHandyman@gmail.com 850-378-6262
KelleyHandyman.com
BBB members, licensed and insured to perform all types of handyman repairs including cabinets, painting, drywall, trim, bathrooms and kitchens. Honest, affordable and with a smile we provide estimates you can count on. See ad, page 8.
Board-certified gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a noninvasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for an appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 2.
REGENERATION STATION
7170 N 9th Ave, Pensacola 850-542-1970
RegenerationStation850.com
My passion is to empower you to take back control of your health. I help find the root cause of your issues and the imbalances that caused them. I specialize in gutbrain health and restoring your body’s natural healing abilities.
Our bodies are energy, and our cells need energy to function. The energy enhance-ment system allows you to relax, recharge and gives your body the energy it needs to heal itself! People have reported improvement in arthritis, autism, auto-immune disorders, blood disorders, brain fog, chronic fatigue, depression, diabetes and diabetic neuropathy, fibromyalgia, injury recovery, Lyme, MS, nervous system disorders and pain relief. See ad, page 9.
Home Repair
KELLEY HANDYMAN
SERVICES LLC
John and Sherri Kelley, Owners KelleyHandyman@gmail.com 850-378-6262
KelleyHandyman.com
BBB members, licensed and insured to perform all types of handyman repairs including cabinets, painting, drywall, trim, bathrooms, and kitchens. Honest, affordable and with a smile we provide estimates you can count on. See ad, page 8.
Hormone Therapy
AGELESS SOLUTIONS
Cave, MD • Barber, MD
Janis Cook, RN 8990 Ortego Park Dr, Navarre 850-529-0770
AgelessNavarre.com
We offer multiple techniques and programs to get you on the right track to better health and a better body. Our services include behavioral therapies, nutritional strategies, hormone replacement pellet therapy, stem cell therapy, prescription medications and, best of all, the support of a caring staff. See ad, page 33.
Board Certified Gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a noninvasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for an appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 2.
Hot Yoga Studio
HOT YOGA OM
222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A Downtown FWB 850-430-9434 • HotYogaOM.com
Hot Yoga Om features far infrared heat, radiant heat, radiant life. Daily classes, amazing teachers, great benefits. Experience it for yourself. See ad, page 25.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
BE WELL SOLUTIONS/DESTIN KETAMINE SOLUTIONS
4641 Gulfstarr Dr, Ste 105, Destin 850-786-2051
CompleteKetamineDestin@gmail.com
CompleteKetamineSolutions.com
Ketamine Therapy has clinically been proven to help with depression, brain health, PTSD and other issues that lead to depression. Affordable treatments include IV hydration and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. See ad, page 5.
Hypnosis
BAYSIDE HYPNOSIS
700 S Palafox St, Ste 200A, Pensacola Michelle@BaysideHypnosis.com BaysideHypnosis.com
A full-service weight-loss, smoking-cessation and anxiety-reduction center. We also help people with changing habits, personal development, confidence and self-esteem improvement. See ad, page 10.
QUANTUM HEALING HYPNOSIS WITH LAURA
Laura Donigan, QHHT Level 2 Practitioner 541-326-9106
LauraDoniganQHHT@gmail.com
LauraDoniganQHHT.com
Ketamine Therapy
BE WELL SOLUTIONS/DESTIN KETAMINE SOLUTIONS
4641 Gulfstarr Dr, Ste 105, Destin 850-786-2051
CompleteKetamineDestin@gmail.com
CompleteKetamineSolutions.com
Ketamine Therapy has clinically been proven to help with depression, brain health, PTSD and other issues that lead to depression. Affordable treatments include IV hydration and hyperbaric oxygen therapy See ad, page 5.
Myofascial Release
LAURA TYREE
Myofascial Release Massage Therapist
Laura Tyree Health in Hot Yoga Om (Downtown FWB) 850-642-1015 • LauraTyree.com
Specializing in myofascial release, this practice offers personalized massage therapy to alleviate chronic pain, improve mobility and restore balance. By addressing deep tissue restrictions, clients experience enhanced healing, stress relief and lasting wellness benefits.
Neurofeedback
EMERALD COAST
NEUROFEEDBACK
Pensacola Office
310 E Government St 850-779-9754
Fort Walton Beach Office 907 Mar Walt Dr, Ste 2021 850-753-0844
EmeraldCoastNeurofeedback.com
Life is a blank canvas, and you need to throw all the paint on it you can.
—Danny Kaye
Tap into deeper consciousness with Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT) to unlock past life memories, connect with your Higher Self, and discover clarity and healing. Certified QHHT practitioner Laura Donigan guides you on a transformative journey to overcome fears, find purpose and bring peace to your life. See ad, back cover.
Personalized brain training using advanced neurofeedback technology to help reduce anxiety, depression, PTSD and sleep issues, promoting emotional balance, focus and overall mental wellness for lasting results. See ad, page 13.
Physicians
COYLE INSTITUTE
Michael Coyle, DO, FACOOG, FPMRS 9295 Scenic Hwy, Pensacola 850-637-8258
CoyleInstitute.com
Dr. Coyle offers an unparalleled level of medical care to women all over the Gulf Coast, hoping that, in providing his patients with treatment and relief from the conditions that have so greatly affected their ability to live free from pain, he is offering them renewed hope and enriching their lives. See ad, page 21.
Board-Certified Gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a non-invasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 2.
Pain Management
SPIRIT GATE MEDICINE, INC.
Bonnie McLean, O.M.D., A.P., M.A., B.S.N. Blue Meridian Acupuncture Office 14 W Jordan St, #124, Pensacola 850-485-5535
SpiritgateMedicine.com
Dr. Bonnie McLean integrates the best of modern technology, natural medicine and empowerment of the patient in her practice of acupuncture and Oriental Medicine to provide the best health care possible.
Pilates Studio
PURE PILATES
Gulf Breeze Proper
221 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, 850-932-3424
Downtown Pensacola
426 S Palafox, 850-607-2772
PurePilatesPensacola.com
Join us at Pure to experience the largest Pilates studio on the coast. Variety of equipment and mat classes are offered 6 days a week. Tone your core with Pure.
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Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique
QUANTUM HEALING HYPNOSIS WITH LAURA
Laura Donigan, QHHT Level 2 Practitioner 541-326-9106
LauraDoniganQHHT@gmail.com
LauraDoniganQHHT.com
SPARKU HEALING & YOGA, LLC
Dr. Melissa Tanner, RMT, CPC, MBTI 850-596-8554 (Call or Text) Hello@SparkUHealing.com SparkUHealing.com
Empowering women to transform, align and thrive through life coaching, reiki, ThetaHealing ®, yoga and workshops in a supportive, strong community. See ad, page 9.
Sleep Disorder
DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD
practitioner Laura Donigan guides you on a transformative journey to overcome fears, find purpose and bring peace to your life. See ad, back cover.
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Reiki
FELICIA CRAWFORD
850-240-9180
TherapyForTheSoul.org
Therapy for the Soul sessions are a combination of Reiki energy healing, medical intuition, ThetaHealing and channeled angelic communication customized and personalized for each client.
Healthy digestion, wellaligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good night’s sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat snoring, sleep apnea and TMJ disorders, plus crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital X-ray imaging and CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ad, page 17.
Spiritual Center
UNITY OF FT. WALTON
1797 Hurlburt Rd, FWB 850-864-1232
Admin@UnityinFWB.org UnityInFWB.org
A Christ-centered spiritual community, discovering God Spirit within through prayer, education, fellowship and joyful service. Sunday Service is at 10:30 am. See ad, page 17.
UNITY OF PENSACOLA
Jamie Sanders, Minister 3298 Summit Blvd, Ste 16, Pensacola 850-438-2277
UnityOfPensacola.org
—Lailah Gifty Akita
Unity of Pensacola offers spiritual teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. We provide philosophy that is spiritual, not religious, and love-based, not fear-based. Rev. Jamie Sanders offers spiritual counseling. See ad, page 21.
Stem Cell Therapy is utilized to seek out inflammation in the body and regenerate any damaged tissue, applying our body’s natural internal repair system. Our services include behavioral therapies, nutritional strategies, hormone replacement pellet therapy, stem cell therapy, prescription medications and, best of all, the support of a caring staff. See ad, page 33.
Thermography
EMERALD COAST THERMOGRAPHY
Located in Miramar Beach & Gulf Breeze 850-980-1005
EmeraldCoastThermography@gmail. com EmeraldCoastThermography.com
We are passionate about educating people on the importance of routine health screenings using 100% radiationfree, touch-free, state-of-the-art infrared cameras. Call or email us for more information; you may also book your appointment online. See ad, page 4.
RADIANT BODY THERMOGRAPHY
Candace Parmer
Clinical Thermographic Technician 503-775-1812
RadiantBodyThermography.com
Medical Infrared (MIR) technology developed by NASA provides an early, objective warning system that may show neurochemical signals far in advance of damage to the body. See ad, page 23.
Theta-Healing
FELICIA CRAWFORD
850-240-9180
TherapyForTheSoul.org
Therapy for the Soul sessions are a combination of Reiki energy healing, medical intuition, ThetaHealing and channeled angelic communication customized and personalized for each client.
LAURA TYREE
ThetaHealing Healer
Laura Tyree Health in Hot Yoga Om (Downtown FWB) 850-642-1015 • LauraTyree.com
ThetaHealing is a meditation technique and spirituality philosophy, accepting of all religions, with the purpose of getting closer to your beliefs Creator. A holistic healing technique allowing you to clear limiting beliefs with meditation and prayer.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC
(Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787
MindPerformanceCenter.com
TMS increases the brain’s ability to regenerate and release neurotransmitters. We pair this with brain pathway correction and the nutritional program of Alzheimer’s researcher Dale Bredesen for quick, profound, positive results. See ad, page 24.
Weight Management
AGELESS SOLUTIONS
8990 Ortega Park Dr, Navarre 850-529-0770
AgelessNavarre.com
More than 20 years of medical assistance with a weight-loss program that helps you reach your perfect weight while maintaining your energy and health. See ad, page 33.
BAYSIDE HYPNOSIS
700 S Palafox St, Ste 200A, Pensacola Michelle@BaysideHypnosis.com BaysideHypnosis.com
Hypnotic weight-loss works because it combines common sense, realistic nutrition, and teaches how to think like a naturally thin person with the most advanced hypnotic technology available, performed by skilled, experienced master hypnotists. See ad, page 10.
Yoga Studios
DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIES
184 Brooks St SE, Bldg 2 Downtown FWB • 850-244-0184
DragonFlyYoga.com
Serene environment for the study and practice of hatha yoga. Certified instructors. Owner/Director Laura Tyree, E-RYT 500. See ad, page 8.
HOT YOGA OM
222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A Downtown FWB • 850-430-9434
HotYogaOM.com
Hot Yoga Om features far infrared heat, radiant heat, radiant life. Daily classes, amazing teachers, great benefits. Experience it for yourself. See ad, page 25.
SPARKU HEALING & YOGA, LLC
Dr. Melissa Tanner, RMT, CPC, MBTI 850-596-8554 (Call or Text) Hello@SparkUHealing.com SparkUHealing.com
Empowering women to transform, align and thrive through life coaching, reiki, ThetaHealing ®, yoga and workshops in a supportive, strong community. See ad, page 9.
Water Enhancers
BALANXED LIFE
903-572-0567
BalanxedLife@gmail.com
Balanxedlife.com
Water structuring device for the entire home and a portable solution. Plant based, energy infused wellness products—Electralife, Alkalife, Biotic- Life -designed to revitalize hydration, enhance vitality and simplify natural living.
—Muhammad Ali
Guidance with
Imagine tapping into a deeper consciousness, where answers, healing, and clarity await. Through Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT), you can unlock past life memories, connect with your Higher Self, and gain the wisdom you need to overcome fears, find your purpose, and thrive. Guided by certified QHHT practitioner Laura Donigan, you'll experience a transformative journey to bring clarity, direction, and peace into your life.
Ready to Begin?
Book a session today and take your first step toward unlocking your higher potential.
Benefits of QHHT
• Discover Past Lives: Find insights into present life challenges and relationships.
• Connect with Your Higher Self: Tap into your inner wisdom and guidance for clarity and direction.
• Experience Healing: Release emotional, physical, and spiritual blocks.
• Find Purpose and Clarity: Understand your journey and your true purpose.
• Overcome Fears and Blocks: Release limiting beliefs to move forward freely.
• Enhanced Spiritual Growth: Deepen your spiritual awareness and connection.
What our clients are saying:
After my QHHT session with Laura, screenings showed that the blockage in my leg disappeared and the lung spots were completely gone! My doctors were baffled - but I know it was the healing from our session. ~ Sondra P.
Her sessions are loving and remarkable- she is a safe practitioner to work with, having high integrity and support. I highly recommend her. ~ Suzanne L.
