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Page 1: Natural Awakenings Indianapolis September 2011

1natural awakenings September 2011

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HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

feel goodlive simplylaugh more

WRITEhellipAha from the Heart

Celebrate National

YOGA MONTH Find a Free Class

FREE

PET TRUSTS Peace of Mind for Your Petrsquos Future

Crossroads of AmericaSEPTEMBER 2011 | Indianapolis | NACrossroadscom

ECO-CHICSummer Rayne Oakesrsquo Earth-Friendly Fashions

Read it Online

2 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

3natural awakenings September 2011

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

NACrossroadscom

how to Advertise To advertise with Natural Awakenings or request a media kit please contact us at 317-862-6332 or email NancyNACrossroadscom

Deadline for ads the 15th of the month

editoriAl submissioNsFor articles news items and ideas go to NACrossroadscom to submit directly online Deadline for editorial the 8th of the month

CAleNdAr submissioNsGo to NACrossroadscom to submit listings directly online Deadline for calendar the 15th of the month

regioNAl mArketsAdvertise your products or services in multiple markets Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp is a growing franchised family of locally owned magazines serving communities since 1994 To place your ad in other markets call 239-449-8309 For franchising opportunities call 239-530-1377 or visit NaturalAwakeningsMagcom

12 ArtFul kids Hands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body and Spirit by Judith Fertig

14 reNewAl rePorted At gAZiNgs Unconventional Gathering with Braco by beth Ann krier

16 YogA For heAlth Celebrate Yoga Month by meredith montgomery

17 YogA iN the dArk Ashley Shapiro Sheds Some Light by helen hennessy

18 souNd therAPY The Effects of Sound Therapy on the Mind by linda sechrist

19 A PAth to true iNsight Write From The Heart by Nancy rosanoff

20 souNd YogA PrACtiCes The World of Michael Franti by meredith montgomery

22 gluteN trust Your gut Scientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity by Claire orsquoNeil

23 iN seArCh oF Naturersquos Market on Great Tasting Gluten-Free Foods by Zelda harper

24 Pet trusts Peace of Mind for Your Petrsquos Future by kimberly A Colgate esq

advertising amp submissions

5 newsbriefs

9 healthbriefs

10 kudos

12 healthykids

18 healthymind

19 inspiration

22 healingways

24 naturalpet

26 calendarofevents

27 ongoingevents

27 classifieds

29 naturaldirectory

contents

12

5

7

10

16

17

18

24

23

4 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

letterfrompublisher

copy 2011 by Natural Awakenings All rights reserved Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted we require that prior permission be obtained in writing

Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed locally and is supported by our advertisers it is available in selected stores health and education centers healing centers public libraries and wherever free publications are generally found Please call for a location near you or if you would like copies placed at your business

we do not necessarily endorse views expressed in the articles and advertisements nor are we responsible for the products and services advertised we welcome your ideas articles and feedback

Natural Awakeningsis printed on recycled newsprint

with soy-based ink

NAN

wwwNACrossroadscom

contactus

Publisher EditorNancy Caniff

PublisherNACrossroadscom

Editorialbeth Ann krierhelen hennessy

linda secristrandy kambicZelda harper

Sales amp MarketingNancy Caniff

PublisherNACrossroadscom317-862-6332

Contact InfoPo box 39375

indianapolis iN 46239Phone 317-862-6332

Fax 317-608-6718

Subscriptionssubscriptions are availableby sending $36 (12 issues)

to Po box 39375indianapolis iN 46239

Creativity is the theme for September and this issue is full of inspiring ideas While space is limited in the pages of the magazine our

overflow of this monthrsquos features are published in their entirety on our website like the one on our cover model Summer Rayne Oakes Go to NACrossroadscom and see whatrsquos new

What better way to support creativity then by preparing foods that support better health Learn about gluten sensitivity and how it presents itself in the body along with ways to avoid gluten containing grains in

ldquoGluten Trust Your Gutrdquo on page 22 and favorite products of ldquoNaturersquos Marketrdquo on page 23 Wersquore fortunate to have so many skilled nutritionists and health food stores in our local area to help you navigate the needs of your body Be sure to take advantage of all the tools our advertisers have to offer they sincerely want to help

Being healthy is not only about what we put into our bodies or how we take care of our bodies on the outside but also about feeding the mental social and creative part of our bodies with positive energy The power of positive thinking can yield miracles Surrounding ourselves with positive people helps feed our healthy social need to prosper in life By allowing ourselves to tap into the creative side on a daily basis we feed our brain to enhance our health This monthrsquos Healthy Mind department discusses ldquoThe Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mindrdquo on page 18

This might make you laugh but I frequently think of myself as being on a lsquoMission of Peaceful Explorationrsquo (yes just like Star Trek Enterprise) Thatrsquos why Irsquove decided to elaborate on the touching stories of hope and prosperity that were relayed to me as a result of the latest group gazing sessions by Braco By permitting myself to remain open to the possibilities that my brain or ego may not understand I hope to experience concepts that stretch the boundaries of my mind Sure I remain skeptical and somewhat guarded but Irsquom learning to trust my instincts Above all is my desire to safely satisfy my curiosity and explore strange new worlds Let down your guard for a few minutes and absorb the significance of the positive transformations recounted on page14 I found them inspirational

September is also National Yoga Month and we are celebrating it by focusing on the amazing yoga studios and practitioners in Indy Natural Awakeningsrsquo community of 87 publishers are co-sponsoring the event at YogaMonthorg an organization dedicated to bringing awareness to the many healthful benefits of yoga practice Yoursquoll find a directory of free or donation based yoga classes on page 15 with a more comprehensive list at YogaMonthorg Whether you partake in yoga or Pilates stretch your limits and take advantage of exploring new worlds Itrsquos all here for you

Peace out

Delivered

to Your Door

5natural awakenings September 2011

newsbriefsPersonal Guide Offers Private Wealth Catalyst Sessions

After a decade of managing millions of dollars for his clients private investment

advisor Jason Gregory found a better way to be of service to humanity He now teaches meditation deep breathing techniques laughter therapy and other approaches to living happy fulfilling and more abundant lives

ldquoVitamin Jrdquo as he calls his offerings as a wealth catalyst and well-being guide now provides his services in private sessions at the residences of clients

in Greater Indianapolis and also Central Indiana

Gregory says he left the financial advisory world after he concluded that fraud and fear were

rampant in its systems Living a financially healthy life is still possible he says but it now requires other skills such as the ability to raise onersquos vibration Hersquos spent two to four hours a day doing precisely that for the last 20 years ldquoI take people by the hand and let them know therersquos nothing to fear about whatrsquos happeningrdquo Gregory explains ldquoYes financial systems are ever-changing and transforming but letrsquos go raise our vibrations and eliminate the fear If we can stay breathing and stay conscious there are real opportunities aheadrdquo

For more info or to make an appointment call 812-350-4633 or email JaseGregorygmailcom See ad on page 16

3 Sisters Cafeacute Launches New Website

3 Sisters Cafeacute the Broad Ripple eatery known for healthy dishes and plenty

of vegan or vegetarian options has a new website 3SistersCafeincom

On the site you can learn what is in the dishes that delighted the Food Networkrsquos Diners Drive-Ins and Dives show when it recently featured 3 Sisters on its Signature Sandwiches episode The dishes (DrsquoNai and Lemon Corncakes with Fresh Seasonal Berries) are marked DDD on the menu which is included on the site

The website also includes a page on which individuals can sign up to be on the restaurantrsquos mailing list and receive emails regarding special promotions and other information about 3 Sisters Cafeacute In addition the website offers a page on which 3 Sisters gift cards may be purchased

Location 6360 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis IN 46220 Hours 8 am to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and 8 am to 4 pm Sunday See ad on page 18

New Location for

Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes

After four years of wonderful hospitality from the Tabernacle

Presbyterian Church Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes has outgrown its space and pedaled across the intersection to 3355 North Central Avenue

The new location is a storefront with a separate workshopstorage space and is less than 500 feet from the previous shop Look forward to more news of expanded programming and store hours plus continued service to the Mapleton Fall Creek area and surrounding neighborhoods

New store hours 10am to 6 pm Tues through Sat For more info call 317-926-5440 or visit FreeWheelinBikesorg

Create Your Own Health

Located at The Logan Institute for Health amp Wellness8499 Fishers Center Drive

Fishers IN 46038wwwCreateYourOwnHealthcom

Energy Medicine - SCIO Quantum BiofeedbackReiki and Healing TouchMeditation InstructionAyurvedic CounselingPrivate Yoga TherapyWellness Coaching

Nutrition

Return to Wholeness

Revitalize Your Life and Enjoy a Vibrant LifestyleCall to Schedule 317-753-1167

Integrative Therapies by Barbara Manley RN MSReceive expert advice and care from my

8 years of instruction from Deepak Chopraand over 35 years of healthcare expertise

20OshyFirst

Session

Delivered

to Your Door

6 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

newsbriefs

Participate in or Support Annual

ALS Walk

On September 24 the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team will

be participating for its third time in the annual Central Indiana Walk to Defeat ALSreg at White River State Park beginning at noon The team was founded by Joyce Kleinman whose daughter Dr Jenni Berebitsky a naturopath was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gherigrsquos Disease) three years ago

Kleinman is inviting everyone to join the team for the two-mile walk andor make a donation Those that do both will receive a sampling of Xocai Healthy Chocolate

ldquoLast year and again this year we are asking for donations using the number 18 The number 18 stands for Chai and Chai means liferdquo says Kleinman ldquoDonations can contain the number 18 or be multiples such as $36 $54 $72hellip$180 etc Any amount great or small helps in the fight and helps the lives of those we loverdquo

Event check-in begins at 10am To learn more to donate andor to sign up to walk with the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team call Kleinman at 317-373-2262 or visit alsaorggotoJoyceKleinman

Indianapolis Vegetarian SocietyHolds 11th Annual Fundraiser

The Indianapolis V e g e t a r i a n

Society will hold the Indy Veg Fest at the Harrison Center for the Arts in downtown Indianapolis from

1130 am to 2 pm on September 17 The 11th annual fundraising event the first of its kind in Indianapolis gathers and encompasses restaurants music raffles and the opportunity to make new friends

Local restaurants will serve samplings of dishes they offer in their restaurants and local chefs will demonstrate how to cook delicious veg dishes Whether yoursquore a veg neophyte looking to expand your knowledge of healthy and ethical foods or a ldquoseasonedrdquo vegetarian looking to spice up or add variety to your meals this is the event for you With live music prizes healthy and scrumptious food and being with like-minded people organizers are confident yoursquoll have a fantastic time

Location 1505 N Delaware For more info on this or other IVS events call Jessica Suhre at 317-509-9292 or visit IndyVegSocietyorg

Holistic Skin Care Expert Relocates to Glendale Area

Skin care expert Dominique Rosa recently moved into a new studio across from the Glendale Mall in Indianapolis The studio is called Skin Wellness and itrsquos

located inside the Sign Of The Times salon Rosa is an esthetician who specializes in preserving skin quality and retarding

the aging process in a holistic way These goals are often achieved through the use of natural products Her organic facials are made with herbs and USDA fruits She says that the facials can be customized for specific results by combining the fruits with specific powdered herbs For example specific herbs are beneficial for dealing with aging hyperpigmentation acne stress or Rosacea

In addition Rosa offers both traditional waxing services and botanical soy hair removal which she feels offers a significant advantage Rosa observes that the soy she uses to remove hair only adheres to the hair and not to the skin resulting in a far more comfortable process to eliminate hair

Location 2750 E 62nd St Indianapolis Hours for appointments 8am-6pm Mon through Thurs For more info or to make an appointment call 317-251-0792 See ad on page 31

7natural awakenings September 2011

Adoptable Pets

For more info on available dogs and cats adoption and pet resources including our Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic visit IndyHumaneorg or call us at 3178725650

Al Catpone6-year-old male

Donrsquot believe the papers kid Irsquom a total sweetheart Irsquom a cuddly cat searching for love Irsquom gentle affectionate and I LOVE being combed Come see me today

7929 N Michigan Rd

Simplicity5-year-old female LabCollie mix

I was adopted from IndyHumane when I was a puppy Now Irsquom looking for a home again Irsquom a happy-go-lucky girl and Irsquod LOVE to be adopted with my older sister Serenity

Landman Memorial Concert at Good Earth in Broad Ripple

The third annual Bob Landman Memorial Concert honoring the late

owner of the Good Earth Natural Food Company will be from noon to 5 pm on September 25 in Broad Ripple Live bands will play on the storersquos parking lot and free food beverages and nutritional supplements will be available as the store celebrates both Landman and its own 40th anniversary

According to Rudy Nehrling Good Earth Natural Food Company president the free samples will encompass a variety of products These include gluten-free goods which the store now carries in each of its departments including the nutritional supplements section In addition he says that gluten-free bakery items are obtained from bakeries throughout the country and that gluten-free products not carried by the store can be ordered

Nehrling also salutes employees Deb McClure-Smith and Alix Litwack who have been with the store for 25 and five years respectively In addition to informing and educating Good Earth customers on healthful eating they are the authors of I Feel Good 10 Easy Steps to Better Health which is available at the store

Location 6350 N Guilford Ave in Broad Ripple For more info call 317-253-2898 or visit Good-Earthcom See ad on page 22

Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching Offers Journal Workshops

What if you could heal your world simply by holding it in your hands The experiential

Intent Heals Journal workshop offered monthly by Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC in Carmel is designed to facilitate a deeper awareness and ap-preciation for the people who have touched and shaped our lives

Participants learn how the Journal was devel-oped and how its power of intention daily prayer and healingmdashon physical emotional psycho-logical and spiritual levelsmdashcan change their lives

Current research on heart-brain communications is included that demonstrates the effects of emotions such as gratitude and forgiveness on heart rhythms that are coherent (meaning that mind body and emotions are all operating in harmony) Participants receive attractive hand-made Journals made in Nepal by Tibetan refugees that offer a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness

Many of the worldrsquos oldest spiritual teachings emphasize gratitude as a transformative spiritual practice that brings awareness of all the many gifts and blessings in our lives Through such practice we can discover that happiness and inner peace are generated from the inside-out rather than from the material or external world Daily use of the Intent Heals Journal can be one of the quickest and most direct paths to restoring balance and harmony in our lives that in turn fosters even more gratitude and appreciation

Location 11805 N Pennsylvania St Ste 136 For more info visit ElaineVocicom where there is also a link to her blog and a video about the work-shop See ad on page 30

8 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Osteopath Returns from New Zealand Teaching Trip

Ind ianapo l i s o s t eopa th i c physician Dr Charlie Beck

recently returned from a trip to New Zealand where he taught classes in sequencing This osteopathic approach uses the wisdom of the body to reveal what treatments are most appropriate and in what order they should be administered He says the same sequencing principle can also be used to prescribe medications

Although Dr Beck is usually serving clients in Indianapolis at Osteopathic Vision which he founded he makes frequent trips abroad to teach osteopathy Earlier this year he taught in Kiev Ukraine He points out that teaching osteopathy and making friends around the world is one of the missions of his company

Location 8330 Naab Rd Ste 235 For more info or to make an appointment call 317-228-9270 or visit OsteopathicVisioncom See ad on page 30

OsteopathicVision LLC

TRADERSPOINTCREAMERY

Oktoberfest Oct 8Loft Restaurant

Award Winning Products Farm Tours Dairy Bar

9101 Moore Rd Zionsville IN 46077 bull 3177331700

TPFORGANICSCOM

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In the aftermath of the collapse of the concert stage at the Indiana State Fair on August 13 2011 the world witnessed both a tragedy and an instantaneous

call to action Video taken during the stagersquos collapse showed how hundreds of concert goers instantly reacted with compassion and rushed to lift the stage saving the lives of many fellow attendees in the process

These acts were not lost on the folks at Planet Soul Inc where the mission is to unify the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief that ldquoWe ARE ONErdquo T-shirts caps wristbands and other itemsmdashmany of which bear the word UNIFYmdashare sold through the companyrsquos website A portion of the proceeds from product sales goes to a charitable organization each quarter For example this yearrsquos ldquopay it forwardrdquo contributions have been sent to such groups as Susan G Komen for the Cure and the Red Cross in Japan

ldquoMany accounts of the Indiana State Fair tragedy have highlighted the fact that people at the scene instinctively moved towards those in need of help rather than run in an opposite direction to secure their own safetyrdquo says Planet Soulrsquos Rhonda Wundrum ldquoThis impulse is truly remarkable We believe it speaks to the core of our mission We also believe it speaks to the heart and spirit of a planet destined to UNIFY for the greater goodrdquo

For more information and to read the complete story see the inspiration page when you visit the website at PlanetSoulInccom See ad on page 4

Unification A Sign of the Times

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9natural awakenings September 2011

healthbriefs

ChildreN At risk for Eating DisordersThe obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled

during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight reports a new Taiwanese study of 15716 school pupils published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight Unfortunately studies in the United States show similar trends According to The Eating Disorder Foundation 46 percent of 10-year-old girls are dieting have a fear of fatness or are binge eating and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen

Source Wiley-Blackwell

better boNes For kidswith CeliAC diseAseCeliac disease (CD) is an inherited intestinal

disorder characterized by a lifelong intolerance to the ingestion of gluten a protein found in wheat rye barley and other grains Although it can occur at any age CD most commonly afflicts children ages 9 to 24 months and one of its common complications is metabolic bone disease Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures A recent article in the journal Nutrition Reviews stated that a gluten-free diet promotes a rapid increase in bone mineral density and leads to complete recovery of bone mineralization in children If a CD diagnosis and treatment is established before puberty children may attain normal peak bone mass which can prevent osteoporosis in later life Nutritional supplements of calcium and vitamin D further appear to increase the bone mineral density of children and adolescents A gluten-free diet also improves though rarely normalizes bone mineral density in adults with CD ldquoOur findings reinforce the importance of a strict gluten-free diet which remains the only scientific proven treatment for CD to daterdquo the authors conclude ldquoEarly diagnosis and therapy are critical in preventing CD complications like reduced bone mineral densityrdquo

Source Wiley-Blackwell

miNtY relieF for Irritable Bowel SyndromeResearch published in the

journal Pain validates peppermintmdashan herb commonly prescribed by naturopaths for stomach illsmdashas a natural and effective remedy for irritable bowel syndrome IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that causes abdominal pain bloating diarrhea andor constipation The researchers report that the mint activates an ldquoanti-painrdquo channel in the colon and soothes inflammation

in the gastrointestinal

tract

Source University of Adelaide (Australia) Nerve Gut Research Laboratory

OsteopathicVision LLC

10 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

kudos

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

Raw Foods Chef Offers Support for Celiac Sufferers

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SUPPORTS JAMESON CAMP

ldquoOne Dime at a Timerdquo

Whole Foods Market offers 10cent per bag to customers who reuse their own bags

Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

environment and supports a local non-profit The two Indiana Whole Food

stores are delighted to support Jameson Camp in the months of July August amp

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Blvd and in Carmel at the Clay Terrace Mall)

So take your green bags to Whole

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Jameson Camp impacts the lives youth

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we look to the next generation to make a difference

ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

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Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

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But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

calendarofeventsListings by Date NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Log on to NACrossroadscom for current information

Mark Your Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

classifiedsPlace your classified for only $100

per word per month (10 word minimum) To place listing

email content to ClassifiedNACrossroadscom

ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

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massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

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20 souNd YogA PrACtiCes The World of Michael Franti by meredith montgomery

22 gluteN trust Your gut Scientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity by Claire orsquoNeil

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24 Pet trusts Peace of Mind for Your Petrsquos Future by kimberly A Colgate esq

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Creativity is the theme for September and this issue is full of inspiring ideas While space is limited in the pages of the magazine our

overflow of this monthrsquos features are published in their entirety on our website like the one on our cover model Summer Rayne Oakes Go to NACrossroadscom and see whatrsquos new

What better way to support creativity then by preparing foods that support better health Learn about gluten sensitivity and how it presents itself in the body along with ways to avoid gluten containing grains in

ldquoGluten Trust Your Gutrdquo on page 22 and favorite products of ldquoNaturersquos Marketrdquo on page 23 Wersquore fortunate to have so many skilled nutritionists and health food stores in our local area to help you navigate the needs of your body Be sure to take advantage of all the tools our advertisers have to offer they sincerely want to help

Being healthy is not only about what we put into our bodies or how we take care of our bodies on the outside but also about feeding the mental social and creative part of our bodies with positive energy The power of positive thinking can yield miracles Surrounding ourselves with positive people helps feed our healthy social need to prosper in life By allowing ourselves to tap into the creative side on a daily basis we feed our brain to enhance our health This monthrsquos Healthy Mind department discusses ldquoThe Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mindrdquo on page 18

This might make you laugh but I frequently think of myself as being on a lsquoMission of Peaceful Explorationrsquo (yes just like Star Trek Enterprise) Thatrsquos why Irsquove decided to elaborate on the touching stories of hope and prosperity that were relayed to me as a result of the latest group gazing sessions by Braco By permitting myself to remain open to the possibilities that my brain or ego may not understand I hope to experience concepts that stretch the boundaries of my mind Sure I remain skeptical and somewhat guarded but Irsquom learning to trust my instincts Above all is my desire to safely satisfy my curiosity and explore strange new worlds Let down your guard for a few minutes and absorb the significance of the positive transformations recounted on page14 I found them inspirational

September is also National Yoga Month and we are celebrating it by focusing on the amazing yoga studios and practitioners in Indy Natural Awakeningsrsquo community of 87 publishers are co-sponsoring the event at YogaMonthorg an organization dedicated to bringing awareness to the many healthful benefits of yoga practice Yoursquoll find a directory of free or donation based yoga classes on page 15 with a more comprehensive list at YogaMonthorg Whether you partake in yoga or Pilates stretch your limits and take advantage of exploring new worlds Itrsquos all here for you

Peace out

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newsbriefsPersonal Guide Offers Private Wealth Catalyst Sessions

After a decade of managing millions of dollars for his clients private investment

advisor Jason Gregory found a better way to be of service to humanity He now teaches meditation deep breathing techniques laughter therapy and other approaches to living happy fulfilling and more abundant lives

ldquoVitamin Jrdquo as he calls his offerings as a wealth catalyst and well-being guide now provides his services in private sessions at the residences of clients

in Greater Indianapolis and also Central Indiana

Gregory says he left the financial advisory world after he concluded that fraud and fear were

rampant in its systems Living a financially healthy life is still possible he says but it now requires other skills such as the ability to raise onersquos vibration Hersquos spent two to four hours a day doing precisely that for the last 20 years ldquoI take people by the hand and let them know therersquos nothing to fear about whatrsquos happeningrdquo Gregory explains ldquoYes financial systems are ever-changing and transforming but letrsquos go raise our vibrations and eliminate the fear If we can stay breathing and stay conscious there are real opportunities aheadrdquo

For more info or to make an appointment call 812-350-4633 or email JaseGregorygmailcom See ad on page 16

3 Sisters Cafeacute Launches New Website

3 Sisters Cafeacute the Broad Ripple eatery known for healthy dishes and plenty

of vegan or vegetarian options has a new website 3SistersCafeincom

On the site you can learn what is in the dishes that delighted the Food Networkrsquos Diners Drive-Ins and Dives show when it recently featured 3 Sisters on its Signature Sandwiches episode The dishes (DrsquoNai and Lemon Corncakes with Fresh Seasonal Berries) are marked DDD on the menu which is included on the site

The website also includes a page on which individuals can sign up to be on the restaurantrsquos mailing list and receive emails regarding special promotions and other information about 3 Sisters Cafeacute In addition the website offers a page on which 3 Sisters gift cards may be purchased

Location 6360 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis IN 46220 Hours 8 am to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and 8 am to 4 pm Sunday See ad on page 18

New Location for

Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes

After four years of wonderful hospitality from the Tabernacle

Presbyterian Church Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes has outgrown its space and pedaled across the intersection to 3355 North Central Avenue

The new location is a storefront with a separate workshopstorage space and is less than 500 feet from the previous shop Look forward to more news of expanded programming and store hours plus continued service to the Mapleton Fall Creek area and surrounding neighborhoods

New store hours 10am to 6 pm Tues through Sat For more info call 317-926-5440 or visit FreeWheelinBikesorg

Create Your Own Health

Located at The Logan Institute for Health amp Wellness8499 Fishers Center Drive

Fishers IN 46038wwwCreateYourOwnHealthcom

Energy Medicine - SCIO Quantum BiofeedbackReiki and Healing TouchMeditation InstructionAyurvedic CounselingPrivate Yoga TherapyWellness Coaching

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newsbriefs

Participate in or Support Annual

ALS Walk

On September 24 the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team will

be participating for its third time in the annual Central Indiana Walk to Defeat ALSreg at White River State Park beginning at noon The team was founded by Joyce Kleinman whose daughter Dr Jenni Berebitsky a naturopath was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gherigrsquos Disease) three years ago

Kleinman is inviting everyone to join the team for the two-mile walk andor make a donation Those that do both will receive a sampling of Xocai Healthy Chocolate

ldquoLast year and again this year we are asking for donations using the number 18 The number 18 stands for Chai and Chai means liferdquo says Kleinman ldquoDonations can contain the number 18 or be multiples such as $36 $54 $72hellip$180 etc Any amount great or small helps in the fight and helps the lives of those we loverdquo

Event check-in begins at 10am To learn more to donate andor to sign up to walk with the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team call Kleinman at 317-373-2262 or visit alsaorggotoJoyceKleinman

Indianapolis Vegetarian SocietyHolds 11th Annual Fundraiser

The Indianapolis V e g e t a r i a n

Society will hold the Indy Veg Fest at the Harrison Center for the Arts in downtown Indianapolis from

1130 am to 2 pm on September 17 The 11th annual fundraising event the first of its kind in Indianapolis gathers and encompasses restaurants music raffles and the opportunity to make new friends

Local restaurants will serve samplings of dishes they offer in their restaurants and local chefs will demonstrate how to cook delicious veg dishes Whether yoursquore a veg neophyte looking to expand your knowledge of healthy and ethical foods or a ldquoseasonedrdquo vegetarian looking to spice up or add variety to your meals this is the event for you With live music prizes healthy and scrumptious food and being with like-minded people organizers are confident yoursquoll have a fantastic time

Location 1505 N Delaware For more info on this or other IVS events call Jessica Suhre at 317-509-9292 or visit IndyVegSocietyorg

Holistic Skin Care Expert Relocates to Glendale Area

Skin care expert Dominique Rosa recently moved into a new studio across from the Glendale Mall in Indianapolis The studio is called Skin Wellness and itrsquos

located inside the Sign Of The Times salon Rosa is an esthetician who specializes in preserving skin quality and retarding

the aging process in a holistic way These goals are often achieved through the use of natural products Her organic facials are made with herbs and USDA fruits She says that the facials can be customized for specific results by combining the fruits with specific powdered herbs For example specific herbs are beneficial for dealing with aging hyperpigmentation acne stress or Rosacea

In addition Rosa offers both traditional waxing services and botanical soy hair removal which she feels offers a significant advantage Rosa observes that the soy she uses to remove hair only adheres to the hair and not to the skin resulting in a far more comfortable process to eliminate hair

Location 2750 E 62nd St Indianapolis Hours for appointments 8am-6pm Mon through Thurs For more info or to make an appointment call 317-251-0792 See ad on page 31

7natural awakenings September 2011

Adoptable Pets

For more info on available dogs and cats adoption and pet resources including our Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic visit IndyHumaneorg or call us at 3178725650

Al Catpone6-year-old male

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Simplicity5-year-old female LabCollie mix

I was adopted from IndyHumane when I was a puppy Now Irsquom looking for a home again Irsquom a happy-go-lucky girl and Irsquod LOVE to be adopted with my older sister Serenity

Landman Memorial Concert at Good Earth in Broad Ripple

The third annual Bob Landman Memorial Concert honoring the late

owner of the Good Earth Natural Food Company will be from noon to 5 pm on September 25 in Broad Ripple Live bands will play on the storersquos parking lot and free food beverages and nutritional supplements will be available as the store celebrates both Landman and its own 40th anniversary

According to Rudy Nehrling Good Earth Natural Food Company president the free samples will encompass a variety of products These include gluten-free goods which the store now carries in each of its departments including the nutritional supplements section In addition he says that gluten-free bakery items are obtained from bakeries throughout the country and that gluten-free products not carried by the store can be ordered

Nehrling also salutes employees Deb McClure-Smith and Alix Litwack who have been with the store for 25 and five years respectively In addition to informing and educating Good Earth customers on healthful eating they are the authors of I Feel Good 10 Easy Steps to Better Health which is available at the store

Location 6350 N Guilford Ave in Broad Ripple For more info call 317-253-2898 or visit Good-Earthcom See ad on page 22

Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching Offers Journal Workshops

What if you could heal your world simply by holding it in your hands The experiential

Intent Heals Journal workshop offered monthly by Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC in Carmel is designed to facilitate a deeper awareness and ap-preciation for the people who have touched and shaped our lives

Participants learn how the Journal was devel-oped and how its power of intention daily prayer and healingmdashon physical emotional psycho-logical and spiritual levelsmdashcan change their lives

Current research on heart-brain communications is included that demonstrates the effects of emotions such as gratitude and forgiveness on heart rhythms that are coherent (meaning that mind body and emotions are all operating in harmony) Participants receive attractive hand-made Journals made in Nepal by Tibetan refugees that offer a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness

Many of the worldrsquos oldest spiritual teachings emphasize gratitude as a transformative spiritual practice that brings awareness of all the many gifts and blessings in our lives Through such practice we can discover that happiness and inner peace are generated from the inside-out rather than from the material or external world Daily use of the Intent Heals Journal can be one of the quickest and most direct paths to restoring balance and harmony in our lives that in turn fosters even more gratitude and appreciation

Location 11805 N Pennsylvania St Ste 136 For more info visit ElaineVocicom where there is also a link to her blog and a video about the work-shop See ad on page 30

8 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Osteopath Returns from New Zealand Teaching Trip

Ind ianapo l i s o s t eopa th i c physician Dr Charlie Beck

recently returned from a trip to New Zealand where he taught classes in sequencing This osteopathic approach uses the wisdom of the body to reveal what treatments are most appropriate and in what order they should be administered He says the same sequencing principle can also be used to prescribe medications

Although Dr Beck is usually serving clients in Indianapolis at Osteopathic Vision which he founded he makes frequent trips abroad to teach osteopathy Earlier this year he taught in Kiev Ukraine He points out that teaching osteopathy and making friends around the world is one of the missions of his company

Location 8330 Naab Rd Ste 235 For more info or to make an appointment call 317-228-9270 or visit OsteopathicVisioncom See ad on page 30

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In the aftermath of the collapse of the concert stage at the Indiana State Fair on August 13 2011 the world witnessed both a tragedy and an instantaneous

call to action Video taken during the stagersquos collapse showed how hundreds of concert goers instantly reacted with compassion and rushed to lift the stage saving the lives of many fellow attendees in the process

These acts were not lost on the folks at Planet Soul Inc where the mission is to unify the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief that ldquoWe ARE ONErdquo T-shirts caps wristbands and other itemsmdashmany of which bear the word UNIFYmdashare sold through the companyrsquos website A portion of the proceeds from product sales goes to a charitable organization each quarter For example this yearrsquos ldquopay it forwardrdquo contributions have been sent to such groups as Susan G Komen for the Cure and the Red Cross in Japan

ldquoMany accounts of the Indiana State Fair tragedy have highlighted the fact that people at the scene instinctively moved towards those in need of help rather than run in an opposite direction to secure their own safetyrdquo says Planet Soulrsquos Rhonda Wundrum ldquoThis impulse is truly remarkable We believe it speaks to the core of our mission We also believe it speaks to the heart and spirit of a planet destined to UNIFY for the greater goodrdquo

For more information and to read the complete story see the inspiration page when you visit the website at PlanetSoulInccom See ad on page 4

Unification A Sign of the Times

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9natural awakenings September 2011

healthbriefs

ChildreN At risk for Eating DisordersThe obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled

during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight reports a new Taiwanese study of 15716 school pupils published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight Unfortunately studies in the United States show similar trends According to The Eating Disorder Foundation 46 percent of 10-year-old girls are dieting have a fear of fatness or are binge eating and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen

Source Wiley-Blackwell

better boNes For kidswith CeliAC diseAseCeliac disease (CD) is an inherited intestinal

disorder characterized by a lifelong intolerance to the ingestion of gluten a protein found in wheat rye barley and other grains Although it can occur at any age CD most commonly afflicts children ages 9 to 24 months and one of its common complications is metabolic bone disease Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures A recent article in the journal Nutrition Reviews stated that a gluten-free diet promotes a rapid increase in bone mineral density and leads to complete recovery of bone mineralization in children If a CD diagnosis and treatment is established before puberty children may attain normal peak bone mass which can prevent osteoporosis in later life Nutritional supplements of calcium and vitamin D further appear to increase the bone mineral density of children and adolescents A gluten-free diet also improves though rarely normalizes bone mineral density in adults with CD ldquoOur findings reinforce the importance of a strict gluten-free diet which remains the only scientific proven treatment for CD to daterdquo the authors conclude ldquoEarly diagnosis and therapy are critical in preventing CD complications like reduced bone mineral densityrdquo

Source Wiley-Blackwell

miNtY relieF for Irritable Bowel SyndromeResearch published in the

journal Pain validates peppermintmdashan herb commonly prescribed by naturopaths for stomach illsmdashas a natural and effective remedy for irritable bowel syndrome IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that causes abdominal pain bloating diarrhea andor constipation The researchers report that the mint activates an ldquoanti-painrdquo channel in the colon and soothes inflammation

in the gastrointestinal

tract

Source University of Adelaide (Australia) Nerve Gut Research Laboratory

OsteopathicVision LLC

10 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

kudos

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

Raw Foods Chef Offers Support for Celiac Sufferers

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Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

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including confidence responsibility and respect for themselves others amp the world around us Through outdoor

activities the youth develop physicalemotional connections with nature that inspire an appreciation for the outdoors amp environmental stewardship ndash vital as

we look to the next generation to make a difference

ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

calendarofeventsListings by Date NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Log on to NACrossroadscom for current information

Mark Your Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

classifiedsPlace your classified for only $100

per word per month (10 word minimum) To place listing

email content to ClassifiedNACrossroadscom

ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

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Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

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jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

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Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

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Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

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Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

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Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

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Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

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Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

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Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

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Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

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Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

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skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

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Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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12 ArtFul kids Hands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body and Spirit by Judith Fertig

14 reNewAl rePorted At gAZiNgs Unconventional Gathering with Braco by beth Ann krier

16 YogA For heAlth Celebrate Yoga Month by meredith montgomery

17 YogA iN the dArk Ashley Shapiro Sheds Some Light by helen hennessy

18 souNd therAPY The Effects of Sound Therapy on the Mind by linda sechrist

19 A PAth to true iNsight Write From The Heart by Nancy rosanoff

20 souNd YogA PrACtiCes The World of Michael Franti by meredith montgomery

22 gluteN trust Your gut Scientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity by Claire orsquoNeil

23 iN seArCh oF Naturersquos Market on Great Tasting Gluten-Free Foods by Zelda harper

24 Pet trusts Peace of Mind for Your Petrsquos Future by kimberly A Colgate esq

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22 healingways

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27 ongoingevents

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29 naturaldirectory

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copy 2011 by Natural Awakenings All rights reserved Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted we require that prior permission be obtained in writing

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Creativity is the theme for September and this issue is full of inspiring ideas While space is limited in the pages of the magazine our

overflow of this monthrsquos features are published in their entirety on our website like the one on our cover model Summer Rayne Oakes Go to NACrossroadscom and see whatrsquos new

What better way to support creativity then by preparing foods that support better health Learn about gluten sensitivity and how it presents itself in the body along with ways to avoid gluten containing grains in

ldquoGluten Trust Your Gutrdquo on page 22 and favorite products of ldquoNaturersquos Marketrdquo on page 23 Wersquore fortunate to have so many skilled nutritionists and health food stores in our local area to help you navigate the needs of your body Be sure to take advantage of all the tools our advertisers have to offer they sincerely want to help

Being healthy is not only about what we put into our bodies or how we take care of our bodies on the outside but also about feeding the mental social and creative part of our bodies with positive energy The power of positive thinking can yield miracles Surrounding ourselves with positive people helps feed our healthy social need to prosper in life By allowing ourselves to tap into the creative side on a daily basis we feed our brain to enhance our health This monthrsquos Healthy Mind department discusses ldquoThe Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mindrdquo on page 18

This might make you laugh but I frequently think of myself as being on a lsquoMission of Peaceful Explorationrsquo (yes just like Star Trek Enterprise) Thatrsquos why Irsquove decided to elaborate on the touching stories of hope and prosperity that were relayed to me as a result of the latest group gazing sessions by Braco By permitting myself to remain open to the possibilities that my brain or ego may not understand I hope to experience concepts that stretch the boundaries of my mind Sure I remain skeptical and somewhat guarded but Irsquom learning to trust my instincts Above all is my desire to safely satisfy my curiosity and explore strange new worlds Let down your guard for a few minutes and absorb the significance of the positive transformations recounted on page14 I found them inspirational

September is also National Yoga Month and we are celebrating it by focusing on the amazing yoga studios and practitioners in Indy Natural Awakeningsrsquo community of 87 publishers are co-sponsoring the event at YogaMonthorg an organization dedicated to bringing awareness to the many healthful benefits of yoga practice Yoursquoll find a directory of free or donation based yoga classes on page 15 with a more comprehensive list at YogaMonthorg Whether you partake in yoga or Pilates stretch your limits and take advantage of exploring new worlds Itrsquos all here for you

Peace out

Delivered

to Your Door

5natural awakenings September 2011

newsbriefsPersonal Guide Offers Private Wealth Catalyst Sessions

After a decade of managing millions of dollars for his clients private investment

advisor Jason Gregory found a better way to be of service to humanity He now teaches meditation deep breathing techniques laughter therapy and other approaches to living happy fulfilling and more abundant lives

ldquoVitamin Jrdquo as he calls his offerings as a wealth catalyst and well-being guide now provides his services in private sessions at the residences of clients

in Greater Indianapolis and also Central Indiana

Gregory says he left the financial advisory world after he concluded that fraud and fear were

rampant in its systems Living a financially healthy life is still possible he says but it now requires other skills such as the ability to raise onersquos vibration Hersquos spent two to four hours a day doing precisely that for the last 20 years ldquoI take people by the hand and let them know therersquos nothing to fear about whatrsquos happeningrdquo Gregory explains ldquoYes financial systems are ever-changing and transforming but letrsquos go raise our vibrations and eliminate the fear If we can stay breathing and stay conscious there are real opportunities aheadrdquo

For more info or to make an appointment call 812-350-4633 or email JaseGregorygmailcom See ad on page 16

3 Sisters Cafeacute Launches New Website

3 Sisters Cafeacute the Broad Ripple eatery known for healthy dishes and plenty

of vegan or vegetarian options has a new website 3SistersCafeincom

On the site you can learn what is in the dishes that delighted the Food Networkrsquos Diners Drive-Ins and Dives show when it recently featured 3 Sisters on its Signature Sandwiches episode The dishes (DrsquoNai and Lemon Corncakes with Fresh Seasonal Berries) are marked DDD on the menu which is included on the site

The website also includes a page on which individuals can sign up to be on the restaurantrsquos mailing list and receive emails regarding special promotions and other information about 3 Sisters Cafeacute In addition the website offers a page on which 3 Sisters gift cards may be purchased

Location 6360 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis IN 46220 Hours 8 am to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and 8 am to 4 pm Sunday See ad on page 18

New Location for

Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes

After four years of wonderful hospitality from the Tabernacle

Presbyterian Church Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes has outgrown its space and pedaled across the intersection to 3355 North Central Avenue

The new location is a storefront with a separate workshopstorage space and is less than 500 feet from the previous shop Look forward to more news of expanded programming and store hours plus continued service to the Mapleton Fall Creek area and surrounding neighborhoods

New store hours 10am to 6 pm Tues through Sat For more info call 317-926-5440 or visit FreeWheelinBikesorg

Create Your Own Health

Located at The Logan Institute for Health amp Wellness8499 Fishers Center Drive

Fishers IN 46038wwwCreateYourOwnHealthcom

Energy Medicine - SCIO Quantum BiofeedbackReiki and Healing TouchMeditation InstructionAyurvedic CounselingPrivate Yoga TherapyWellness Coaching

Nutrition

Return to Wholeness

Revitalize Your Life and Enjoy a Vibrant LifestyleCall to Schedule 317-753-1167

Integrative Therapies by Barbara Manley RN MSReceive expert advice and care from my

8 years of instruction from Deepak Chopraand over 35 years of healthcare expertise

20OshyFirst

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6 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

newsbriefs

Participate in or Support Annual

ALS Walk

On September 24 the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team will

be participating for its third time in the annual Central Indiana Walk to Defeat ALSreg at White River State Park beginning at noon The team was founded by Joyce Kleinman whose daughter Dr Jenni Berebitsky a naturopath was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gherigrsquos Disease) three years ago

Kleinman is inviting everyone to join the team for the two-mile walk andor make a donation Those that do both will receive a sampling of Xocai Healthy Chocolate

ldquoLast year and again this year we are asking for donations using the number 18 The number 18 stands for Chai and Chai means liferdquo says Kleinman ldquoDonations can contain the number 18 or be multiples such as $36 $54 $72hellip$180 etc Any amount great or small helps in the fight and helps the lives of those we loverdquo

Event check-in begins at 10am To learn more to donate andor to sign up to walk with the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team call Kleinman at 317-373-2262 or visit alsaorggotoJoyceKleinman

Indianapolis Vegetarian SocietyHolds 11th Annual Fundraiser

The Indianapolis V e g e t a r i a n

Society will hold the Indy Veg Fest at the Harrison Center for the Arts in downtown Indianapolis from

1130 am to 2 pm on September 17 The 11th annual fundraising event the first of its kind in Indianapolis gathers and encompasses restaurants music raffles and the opportunity to make new friends

Local restaurants will serve samplings of dishes they offer in their restaurants and local chefs will demonstrate how to cook delicious veg dishes Whether yoursquore a veg neophyte looking to expand your knowledge of healthy and ethical foods or a ldquoseasonedrdquo vegetarian looking to spice up or add variety to your meals this is the event for you With live music prizes healthy and scrumptious food and being with like-minded people organizers are confident yoursquoll have a fantastic time

Location 1505 N Delaware For more info on this or other IVS events call Jessica Suhre at 317-509-9292 or visit IndyVegSocietyorg

Holistic Skin Care Expert Relocates to Glendale Area

Skin care expert Dominique Rosa recently moved into a new studio across from the Glendale Mall in Indianapolis The studio is called Skin Wellness and itrsquos

located inside the Sign Of The Times salon Rosa is an esthetician who specializes in preserving skin quality and retarding

the aging process in a holistic way These goals are often achieved through the use of natural products Her organic facials are made with herbs and USDA fruits She says that the facials can be customized for specific results by combining the fruits with specific powdered herbs For example specific herbs are beneficial for dealing with aging hyperpigmentation acne stress or Rosacea

In addition Rosa offers both traditional waxing services and botanical soy hair removal which she feels offers a significant advantage Rosa observes that the soy she uses to remove hair only adheres to the hair and not to the skin resulting in a far more comfortable process to eliminate hair

Location 2750 E 62nd St Indianapolis Hours for appointments 8am-6pm Mon through Thurs For more info or to make an appointment call 317-251-0792 See ad on page 31

7natural awakenings September 2011

Adoptable Pets

For more info on available dogs and cats adoption and pet resources including our Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic visit IndyHumaneorg or call us at 3178725650

Al Catpone6-year-old male

Donrsquot believe the papers kid Irsquom a total sweetheart Irsquom a cuddly cat searching for love Irsquom gentle affectionate and I LOVE being combed Come see me today

7929 N Michigan Rd

Simplicity5-year-old female LabCollie mix

I was adopted from IndyHumane when I was a puppy Now Irsquom looking for a home again Irsquom a happy-go-lucky girl and Irsquod LOVE to be adopted with my older sister Serenity

Landman Memorial Concert at Good Earth in Broad Ripple

The third annual Bob Landman Memorial Concert honoring the late

owner of the Good Earth Natural Food Company will be from noon to 5 pm on September 25 in Broad Ripple Live bands will play on the storersquos parking lot and free food beverages and nutritional supplements will be available as the store celebrates both Landman and its own 40th anniversary

According to Rudy Nehrling Good Earth Natural Food Company president the free samples will encompass a variety of products These include gluten-free goods which the store now carries in each of its departments including the nutritional supplements section In addition he says that gluten-free bakery items are obtained from bakeries throughout the country and that gluten-free products not carried by the store can be ordered

Nehrling also salutes employees Deb McClure-Smith and Alix Litwack who have been with the store for 25 and five years respectively In addition to informing and educating Good Earth customers on healthful eating they are the authors of I Feel Good 10 Easy Steps to Better Health which is available at the store

Location 6350 N Guilford Ave in Broad Ripple For more info call 317-253-2898 or visit Good-Earthcom See ad on page 22

Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching Offers Journal Workshops

What if you could heal your world simply by holding it in your hands The experiential

Intent Heals Journal workshop offered monthly by Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC in Carmel is designed to facilitate a deeper awareness and ap-preciation for the people who have touched and shaped our lives

Participants learn how the Journal was devel-oped and how its power of intention daily prayer and healingmdashon physical emotional psycho-logical and spiritual levelsmdashcan change their lives

Current research on heart-brain communications is included that demonstrates the effects of emotions such as gratitude and forgiveness on heart rhythms that are coherent (meaning that mind body and emotions are all operating in harmony) Participants receive attractive hand-made Journals made in Nepal by Tibetan refugees that offer a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness

Many of the worldrsquos oldest spiritual teachings emphasize gratitude as a transformative spiritual practice that brings awareness of all the many gifts and blessings in our lives Through such practice we can discover that happiness and inner peace are generated from the inside-out rather than from the material or external world Daily use of the Intent Heals Journal can be one of the quickest and most direct paths to restoring balance and harmony in our lives that in turn fosters even more gratitude and appreciation

Location 11805 N Pennsylvania St Ste 136 For more info visit ElaineVocicom where there is also a link to her blog and a video about the work-shop See ad on page 30

8 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Osteopath Returns from New Zealand Teaching Trip

Ind ianapo l i s o s t eopa th i c physician Dr Charlie Beck

recently returned from a trip to New Zealand where he taught classes in sequencing This osteopathic approach uses the wisdom of the body to reveal what treatments are most appropriate and in what order they should be administered He says the same sequencing principle can also be used to prescribe medications

Although Dr Beck is usually serving clients in Indianapolis at Osteopathic Vision which he founded he makes frequent trips abroad to teach osteopathy Earlier this year he taught in Kiev Ukraine He points out that teaching osteopathy and making friends around the world is one of the missions of his company

Location 8330 Naab Rd Ste 235 For more info or to make an appointment call 317-228-9270 or visit OsteopathicVisioncom See ad on page 30

OsteopathicVision LLC

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Oktoberfest Oct 8Loft Restaurant

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In the aftermath of the collapse of the concert stage at the Indiana State Fair on August 13 2011 the world witnessed both a tragedy and an instantaneous

call to action Video taken during the stagersquos collapse showed how hundreds of concert goers instantly reacted with compassion and rushed to lift the stage saving the lives of many fellow attendees in the process

These acts were not lost on the folks at Planet Soul Inc where the mission is to unify the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief that ldquoWe ARE ONErdquo T-shirts caps wristbands and other itemsmdashmany of which bear the word UNIFYmdashare sold through the companyrsquos website A portion of the proceeds from product sales goes to a charitable organization each quarter For example this yearrsquos ldquopay it forwardrdquo contributions have been sent to such groups as Susan G Komen for the Cure and the Red Cross in Japan

ldquoMany accounts of the Indiana State Fair tragedy have highlighted the fact that people at the scene instinctively moved towards those in need of help rather than run in an opposite direction to secure their own safetyrdquo says Planet Soulrsquos Rhonda Wundrum ldquoThis impulse is truly remarkable We believe it speaks to the core of our mission We also believe it speaks to the heart and spirit of a planet destined to UNIFY for the greater goodrdquo

For more information and to read the complete story see the inspiration page when you visit the website at PlanetSoulInccom See ad on page 4

Unification A Sign of the Times

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9natural awakenings September 2011

healthbriefs

ChildreN At risk for Eating DisordersThe obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled

during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight reports a new Taiwanese study of 15716 school pupils published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight Unfortunately studies in the United States show similar trends According to The Eating Disorder Foundation 46 percent of 10-year-old girls are dieting have a fear of fatness or are binge eating and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen

Source Wiley-Blackwell

better boNes For kidswith CeliAC diseAseCeliac disease (CD) is an inherited intestinal

disorder characterized by a lifelong intolerance to the ingestion of gluten a protein found in wheat rye barley and other grains Although it can occur at any age CD most commonly afflicts children ages 9 to 24 months and one of its common complications is metabolic bone disease Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures A recent article in the journal Nutrition Reviews stated that a gluten-free diet promotes a rapid increase in bone mineral density and leads to complete recovery of bone mineralization in children If a CD diagnosis and treatment is established before puberty children may attain normal peak bone mass which can prevent osteoporosis in later life Nutritional supplements of calcium and vitamin D further appear to increase the bone mineral density of children and adolescents A gluten-free diet also improves though rarely normalizes bone mineral density in adults with CD ldquoOur findings reinforce the importance of a strict gluten-free diet which remains the only scientific proven treatment for CD to daterdquo the authors conclude ldquoEarly diagnosis and therapy are critical in preventing CD complications like reduced bone mineral densityrdquo

Source Wiley-Blackwell

miNtY relieF for Irritable Bowel SyndromeResearch published in the

journal Pain validates peppermintmdashan herb commonly prescribed by naturopaths for stomach illsmdashas a natural and effective remedy for irritable bowel syndrome IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that causes abdominal pain bloating diarrhea andor constipation The researchers report that the mint activates an ldquoanti-painrdquo channel in the colon and soothes inflammation

in the gastrointestinal

tract

Source University of Adelaide (Australia) Nerve Gut Research Laboratory

OsteopathicVision LLC

10 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

kudos

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

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Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

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ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

10138 Brooks School RoadFishers IN 46037

317-841-0103

Achieve wellbeing from the inside out

For more information and class schedule please visitwwwFlourishYogabiz

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Honor Your Mind Body and Spiritwith Yoga Classes Private Instruction

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

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Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

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Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

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Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

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FOOTWEAR

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Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

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Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

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30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

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Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

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Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

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PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

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Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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4 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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copy 2011 by Natural Awakenings All rights reserved Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted we require that prior permission be obtained in writing

Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed locally and is supported by our advertisers it is available in selected stores health and education centers healing centers public libraries and wherever free publications are generally found Please call for a location near you or if you would like copies placed at your business

we do not necessarily endorse views expressed in the articles and advertisements nor are we responsible for the products and services advertised we welcome your ideas articles and feedback

Natural Awakeningsis printed on recycled newsprint

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contactus

Publisher EditorNancy Caniff

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Editorialbeth Ann krierhelen hennessy

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Sales amp MarketingNancy Caniff

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Contact InfoPo box 39375

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Subscriptionssubscriptions are availableby sending $36 (12 issues)

to Po box 39375indianapolis iN 46239

Creativity is the theme for September and this issue is full of inspiring ideas While space is limited in the pages of the magazine our

overflow of this monthrsquos features are published in their entirety on our website like the one on our cover model Summer Rayne Oakes Go to NACrossroadscom and see whatrsquos new

What better way to support creativity then by preparing foods that support better health Learn about gluten sensitivity and how it presents itself in the body along with ways to avoid gluten containing grains in

ldquoGluten Trust Your Gutrdquo on page 22 and favorite products of ldquoNaturersquos Marketrdquo on page 23 Wersquore fortunate to have so many skilled nutritionists and health food stores in our local area to help you navigate the needs of your body Be sure to take advantage of all the tools our advertisers have to offer they sincerely want to help

Being healthy is not only about what we put into our bodies or how we take care of our bodies on the outside but also about feeding the mental social and creative part of our bodies with positive energy The power of positive thinking can yield miracles Surrounding ourselves with positive people helps feed our healthy social need to prosper in life By allowing ourselves to tap into the creative side on a daily basis we feed our brain to enhance our health This monthrsquos Healthy Mind department discusses ldquoThe Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mindrdquo on page 18

This might make you laugh but I frequently think of myself as being on a lsquoMission of Peaceful Explorationrsquo (yes just like Star Trek Enterprise) Thatrsquos why Irsquove decided to elaborate on the touching stories of hope and prosperity that were relayed to me as a result of the latest group gazing sessions by Braco By permitting myself to remain open to the possibilities that my brain or ego may not understand I hope to experience concepts that stretch the boundaries of my mind Sure I remain skeptical and somewhat guarded but Irsquom learning to trust my instincts Above all is my desire to safely satisfy my curiosity and explore strange new worlds Let down your guard for a few minutes and absorb the significance of the positive transformations recounted on page14 I found them inspirational

September is also National Yoga Month and we are celebrating it by focusing on the amazing yoga studios and practitioners in Indy Natural Awakeningsrsquo community of 87 publishers are co-sponsoring the event at YogaMonthorg an organization dedicated to bringing awareness to the many healthful benefits of yoga practice Yoursquoll find a directory of free or donation based yoga classes on page 15 with a more comprehensive list at YogaMonthorg Whether you partake in yoga or Pilates stretch your limits and take advantage of exploring new worlds Itrsquos all here for you

Peace out

Delivered

to Your Door

5natural awakenings September 2011

newsbriefsPersonal Guide Offers Private Wealth Catalyst Sessions

After a decade of managing millions of dollars for his clients private investment

advisor Jason Gregory found a better way to be of service to humanity He now teaches meditation deep breathing techniques laughter therapy and other approaches to living happy fulfilling and more abundant lives

ldquoVitamin Jrdquo as he calls his offerings as a wealth catalyst and well-being guide now provides his services in private sessions at the residences of clients

in Greater Indianapolis and also Central Indiana

Gregory says he left the financial advisory world after he concluded that fraud and fear were

rampant in its systems Living a financially healthy life is still possible he says but it now requires other skills such as the ability to raise onersquos vibration Hersquos spent two to four hours a day doing precisely that for the last 20 years ldquoI take people by the hand and let them know therersquos nothing to fear about whatrsquos happeningrdquo Gregory explains ldquoYes financial systems are ever-changing and transforming but letrsquos go raise our vibrations and eliminate the fear If we can stay breathing and stay conscious there are real opportunities aheadrdquo

For more info or to make an appointment call 812-350-4633 or email JaseGregorygmailcom See ad on page 16

3 Sisters Cafeacute Launches New Website

3 Sisters Cafeacute the Broad Ripple eatery known for healthy dishes and plenty

of vegan or vegetarian options has a new website 3SistersCafeincom

On the site you can learn what is in the dishes that delighted the Food Networkrsquos Diners Drive-Ins and Dives show when it recently featured 3 Sisters on its Signature Sandwiches episode The dishes (DrsquoNai and Lemon Corncakes with Fresh Seasonal Berries) are marked DDD on the menu which is included on the site

The website also includes a page on which individuals can sign up to be on the restaurantrsquos mailing list and receive emails regarding special promotions and other information about 3 Sisters Cafeacute In addition the website offers a page on which 3 Sisters gift cards may be purchased

Location 6360 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis IN 46220 Hours 8 am to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and 8 am to 4 pm Sunday See ad on page 18

New Location for

Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes

After four years of wonderful hospitality from the Tabernacle

Presbyterian Church Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes has outgrown its space and pedaled across the intersection to 3355 North Central Avenue

The new location is a storefront with a separate workshopstorage space and is less than 500 feet from the previous shop Look forward to more news of expanded programming and store hours plus continued service to the Mapleton Fall Creek area and surrounding neighborhoods

New store hours 10am to 6 pm Tues through Sat For more info call 317-926-5440 or visit FreeWheelinBikesorg

Create Your Own Health

Located at The Logan Institute for Health amp Wellness8499 Fishers Center Drive

Fishers IN 46038wwwCreateYourOwnHealthcom

Energy Medicine - SCIO Quantum BiofeedbackReiki and Healing TouchMeditation InstructionAyurvedic CounselingPrivate Yoga TherapyWellness Coaching

Nutrition

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Revitalize Your Life and Enjoy a Vibrant LifestyleCall to Schedule 317-753-1167

Integrative Therapies by Barbara Manley RN MSReceive expert advice and care from my

8 years of instruction from Deepak Chopraand over 35 years of healthcare expertise

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newsbriefs

Participate in or Support Annual

ALS Walk

On September 24 the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team will

be participating for its third time in the annual Central Indiana Walk to Defeat ALSreg at White River State Park beginning at noon The team was founded by Joyce Kleinman whose daughter Dr Jenni Berebitsky a naturopath was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gherigrsquos Disease) three years ago

Kleinman is inviting everyone to join the team for the two-mile walk andor make a donation Those that do both will receive a sampling of Xocai Healthy Chocolate

ldquoLast year and again this year we are asking for donations using the number 18 The number 18 stands for Chai and Chai means liferdquo says Kleinman ldquoDonations can contain the number 18 or be multiples such as $36 $54 $72hellip$180 etc Any amount great or small helps in the fight and helps the lives of those we loverdquo

Event check-in begins at 10am To learn more to donate andor to sign up to walk with the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team call Kleinman at 317-373-2262 or visit alsaorggotoJoyceKleinman

Indianapolis Vegetarian SocietyHolds 11th Annual Fundraiser

The Indianapolis V e g e t a r i a n

Society will hold the Indy Veg Fest at the Harrison Center for the Arts in downtown Indianapolis from

1130 am to 2 pm on September 17 The 11th annual fundraising event the first of its kind in Indianapolis gathers and encompasses restaurants music raffles and the opportunity to make new friends

Local restaurants will serve samplings of dishes they offer in their restaurants and local chefs will demonstrate how to cook delicious veg dishes Whether yoursquore a veg neophyte looking to expand your knowledge of healthy and ethical foods or a ldquoseasonedrdquo vegetarian looking to spice up or add variety to your meals this is the event for you With live music prizes healthy and scrumptious food and being with like-minded people organizers are confident yoursquoll have a fantastic time

Location 1505 N Delaware For more info on this or other IVS events call Jessica Suhre at 317-509-9292 or visit IndyVegSocietyorg

Holistic Skin Care Expert Relocates to Glendale Area

Skin care expert Dominique Rosa recently moved into a new studio across from the Glendale Mall in Indianapolis The studio is called Skin Wellness and itrsquos

located inside the Sign Of The Times salon Rosa is an esthetician who specializes in preserving skin quality and retarding

the aging process in a holistic way These goals are often achieved through the use of natural products Her organic facials are made with herbs and USDA fruits She says that the facials can be customized for specific results by combining the fruits with specific powdered herbs For example specific herbs are beneficial for dealing with aging hyperpigmentation acne stress or Rosacea

In addition Rosa offers both traditional waxing services and botanical soy hair removal which she feels offers a significant advantage Rosa observes that the soy she uses to remove hair only adheres to the hair and not to the skin resulting in a far more comfortable process to eliminate hair

Location 2750 E 62nd St Indianapolis Hours for appointments 8am-6pm Mon through Thurs For more info or to make an appointment call 317-251-0792 See ad on page 31

7natural awakenings September 2011

Adoptable Pets

For more info on available dogs and cats adoption and pet resources including our Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic visit IndyHumaneorg or call us at 3178725650

Al Catpone6-year-old male

Donrsquot believe the papers kid Irsquom a total sweetheart Irsquom a cuddly cat searching for love Irsquom gentle affectionate and I LOVE being combed Come see me today

7929 N Michigan Rd

Simplicity5-year-old female LabCollie mix

I was adopted from IndyHumane when I was a puppy Now Irsquom looking for a home again Irsquom a happy-go-lucky girl and Irsquod LOVE to be adopted with my older sister Serenity

Landman Memorial Concert at Good Earth in Broad Ripple

The third annual Bob Landman Memorial Concert honoring the late

owner of the Good Earth Natural Food Company will be from noon to 5 pm on September 25 in Broad Ripple Live bands will play on the storersquos parking lot and free food beverages and nutritional supplements will be available as the store celebrates both Landman and its own 40th anniversary

According to Rudy Nehrling Good Earth Natural Food Company president the free samples will encompass a variety of products These include gluten-free goods which the store now carries in each of its departments including the nutritional supplements section In addition he says that gluten-free bakery items are obtained from bakeries throughout the country and that gluten-free products not carried by the store can be ordered

Nehrling also salutes employees Deb McClure-Smith and Alix Litwack who have been with the store for 25 and five years respectively In addition to informing and educating Good Earth customers on healthful eating they are the authors of I Feel Good 10 Easy Steps to Better Health which is available at the store

Location 6350 N Guilford Ave in Broad Ripple For more info call 317-253-2898 or visit Good-Earthcom See ad on page 22

Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching Offers Journal Workshops

What if you could heal your world simply by holding it in your hands The experiential

Intent Heals Journal workshop offered monthly by Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC in Carmel is designed to facilitate a deeper awareness and ap-preciation for the people who have touched and shaped our lives

Participants learn how the Journal was devel-oped and how its power of intention daily prayer and healingmdashon physical emotional psycho-logical and spiritual levelsmdashcan change their lives

Current research on heart-brain communications is included that demonstrates the effects of emotions such as gratitude and forgiveness on heart rhythms that are coherent (meaning that mind body and emotions are all operating in harmony) Participants receive attractive hand-made Journals made in Nepal by Tibetan refugees that offer a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness

Many of the worldrsquos oldest spiritual teachings emphasize gratitude as a transformative spiritual practice that brings awareness of all the many gifts and blessings in our lives Through such practice we can discover that happiness and inner peace are generated from the inside-out rather than from the material or external world Daily use of the Intent Heals Journal can be one of the quickest and most direct paths to restoring balance and harmony in our lives that in turn fosters even more gratitude and appreciation

Location 11805 N Pennsylvania St Ste 136 For more info visit ElaineVocicom where there is also a link to her blog and a video about the work-shop See ad on page 30

8 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Osteopath Returns from New Zealand Teaching Trip

Ind ianapo l i s o s t eopa th i c physician Dr Charlie Beck

recently returned from a trip to New Zealand where he taught classes in sequencing This osteopathic approach uses the wisdom of the body to reveal what treatments are most appropriate and in what order they should be administered He says the same sequencing principle can also be used to prescribe medications

Although Dr Beck is usually serving clients in Indianapolis at Osteopathic Vision which he founded he makes frequent trips abroad to teach osteopathy Earlier this year he taught in Kiev Ukraine He points out that teaching osteopathy and making friends around the world is one of the missions of his company

Location 8330 Naab Rd Ste 235 For more info or to make an appointment call 317-228-9270 or visit OsteopathicVisioncom See ad on page 30

OsteopathicVision LLC

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In the aftermath of the collapse of the concert stage at the Indiana State Fair on August 13 2011 the world witnessed both a tragedy and an instantaneous

call to action Video taken during the stagersquos collapse showed how hundreds of concert goers instantly reacted with compassion and rushed to lift the stage saving the lives of many fellow attendees in the process

These acts were not lost on the folks at Planet Soul Inc where the mission is to unify the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief that ldquoWe ARE ONErdquo T-shirts caps wristbands and other itemsmdashmany of which bear the word UNIFYmdashare sold through the companyrsquos website A portion of the proceeds from product sales goes to a charitable organization each quarter For example this yearrsquos ldquopay it forwardrdquo contributions have been sent to such groups as Susan G Komen for the Cure and the Red Cross in Japan

ldquoMany accounts of the Indiana State Fair tragedy have highlighted the fact that people at the scene instinctively moved towards those in need of help rather than run in an opposite direction to secure their own safetyrdquo says Planet Soulrsquos Rhonda Wundrum ldquoThis impulse is truly remarkable We believe it speaks to the core of our mission We also believe it speaks to the heart and spirit of a planet destined to UNIFY for the greater goodrdquo

For more information and to read the complete story see the inspiration page when you visit the website at PlanetSoulInccom See ad on page 4

Unification A Sign of the Times

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9natural awakenings September 2011

healthbriefs

ChildreN At risk for Eating DisordersThe obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled

during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight reports a new Taiwanese study of 15716 school pupils published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight Unfortunately studies in the United States show similar trends According to The Eating Disorder Foundation 46 percent of 10-year-old girls are dieting have a fear of fatness or are binge eating and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen

Source Wiley-Blackwell

better boNes For kidswith CeliAC diseAseCeliac disease (CD) is an inherited intestinal

disorder characterized by a lifelong intolerance to the ingestion of gluten a protein found in wheat rye barley and other grains Although it can occur at any age CD most commonly afflicts children ages 9 to 24 months and one of its common complications is metabolic bone disease Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures A recent article in the journal Nutrition Reviews stated that a gluten-free diet promotes a rapid increase in bone mineral density and leads to complete recovery of bone mineralization in children If a CD diagnosis and treatment is established before puberty children may attain normal peak bone mass which can prevent osteoporosis in later life Nutritional supplements of calcium and vitamin D further appear to increase the bone mineral density of children and adolescents A gluten-free diet also improves though rarely normalizes bone mineral density in adults with CD ldquoOur findings reinforce the importance of a strict gluten-free diet which remains the only scientific proven treatment for CD to daterdquo the authors conclude ldquoEarly diagnosis and therapy are critical in preventing CD complications like reduced bone mineral densityrdquo

Source Wiley-Blackwell

miNtY relieF for Irritable Bowel SyndromeResearch published in the

journal Pain validates peppermintmdashan herb commonly prescribed by naturopaths for stomach illsmdashas a natural and effective remedy for irritable bowel syndrome IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that causes abdominal pain bloating diarrhea andor constipation The researchers report that the mint activates an ldquoanti-painrdquo channel in the colon and soothes inflammation

in the gastrointestinal

tract

Source University of Adelaide (Australia) Nerve Gut Research Laboratory

OsteopathicVision LLC

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Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

kudos

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

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Whole Foods Market offers 10cent per bag to customers who reuse their own bags

Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

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ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

Renewal Follows Unconventional Gathering with

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

by helen hennessy

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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CRYSTAL TRUNK SHOWZillions of healing stones and crystals All

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Friday Sep 23 11am-8pmSaturday Sep 24 10am-6pm

PATH OF THE SHAMAN WORKSHOP

with David EricksonFully experiential weekend workshop to

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October 14-16

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

10138 Brooks School RoadFishers IN 46037

317-841-0103

Achieve wellbeing from the inside out

For more information and class schedule please visitwwwFlourishYogabiz

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Honor Your Mind Body and Spiritwith Yoga Classes Private Instruction

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

calendarofeventsListings by Date NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Log on to NACrossroadscom for current information

Mark Your Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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ACUPUNCTUREAngeliCA kokkAlisZionsville 765-497-0817 (20)

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CHIROPRACTORFAmilY CAre ChiroPrACtiCindpls 317-580-1800 (10)

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ENERGY WORkClAssiCAl sYstemsindpls 317-498-9822

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Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

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GREEN CLEANINGorgAniCAllY CleAnindpls 317-469-3201 (5)

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INTEGRATIVE THERAPYWhiteWilloWindpls 617-990-6979 (25)

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therAPeutiC mAssAgeCarmel 317-641-4835 (25)

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MEDIATIONProvidenCe mediAtionFishers 317-572-8366 (-$15hr)

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SkINCAREFrAngiPAni bodY ProduCts

indpls FrangipanibodyProductscom (15)

skin WellnessCarmel 317-777-0495 (Free waxing)

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5natural awakenings September 2011

newsbriefsPersonal Guide Offers Private Wealth Catalyst Sessions

After a decade of managing millions of dollars for his clients private investment

advisor Jason Gregory found a better way to be of service to humanity He now teaches meditation deep breathing techniques laughter therapy and other approaches to living happy fulfilling and more abundant lives

ldquoVitamin Jrdquo as he calls his offerings as a wealth catalyst and well-being guide now provides his services in private sessions at the residences of clients

in Greater Indianapolis and also Central Indiana

Gregory says he left the financial advisory world after he concluded that fraud and fear were

rampant in its systems Living a financially healthy life is still possible he says but it now requires other skills such as the ability to raise onersquos vibration Hersquos spent two to four hours a day doing precisely that for the last 20 years ldquoI take people by the hand and let them know therersquos nothing to fear about whatrsquos happeningrdquo Gregory explains ldquoYes financial systems are ever-changing and transforming but letrsquos go raise our vibrations and eliminate the fear If we can stay breathing and stay conscious there are real opportunities aheadrdquo

For more info or to make an appointment call 812-350-4633 or email JaseGregorygmailcom See ad on page 16

3 Sisters Cafeacute Launches New Website

3 Sisters Cafeacute the Broad Ripple eatery known for healthy dishes and plenty

of vegan or vegetarian options has a new website 3SistersCafeincom

On the site you can learn what is in the dishes that delighted the Food Networkrsquos Diners Drive-Ins and Dives show when it recently featured 3 Sisters on its Signature Sandwiches episode The dishes (DrsquoNai and Lemon Corncakes with Fresh Seasonal Berries) are marked DDD on the menu which is included on the site

The website also includes a page on which individuals can sign up to be on the restaurantrsquos mailing list and receive emails regarding special promotions and other information about 3 Sisters Cafeacute In addition the website offers a page on which 3 Sisters gift cards may be purchased

Location 6360 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis IN 46220 Hours 8 am to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and 8 am to 4 pm Sunday See ad on page 18

New Location for

Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes

After four years of wonderful hospitality from the Tabernacle

Presbyterian Church Freewheelinrsquo Community Bikes has outgrown its space and pedaled across the intersection to 3355 North Central Avenue

The new location is a storefront with a separate workshopstorage space and is less than 500 feet from the previous shop Look forward to more news of expanded programming and store hours plus continued service to the Mapleton Fall Creek area and surrounding neighborhoods

New store hours 10am to 6 pm Tues through Sat For more info call 317-926-5440 or visit FreeWheelinBikesorg

Create Your Own Health

Located at The Logan Institute for Health amp Wellness8499 Fishers Center Drive

Fishers IN 46038wwwCreateYourOwnHealthcom

Energy Medicine - SCIO Quantum BiofeedbackReiki and Healing TouchMeditation InstructionAyurvedic CounselingPrivate Yoga TherapyWellness Coaching

Nutrition

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Revitalize Your Life and Enjoy a Vibrant LifestyleCall to Schedule 317-753-1167

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newsbriefs

Participate in or Support Annual

ALS Walk

On September 24 the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team will

be participating for its third time in the annual Central Indiana Walk to Defeat ALSreg at White River State Park beginning at noon The team was founded by Joyce Kleinman whose daughter Dr Jenni Berebitsky a naturopath was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gherigrsquos Disease) three years ago

Kleinman is inviting everyone to join the team for the two-mile walk andor make a donation Those that do both will receive a sampling of Xocai Healthy Chocolate

ldquoLast year and again this year we are asking for donations using the number 18 The number 18 stands for Chai and Chai means liferdquo says Kleinman ldquoDonations can contain the number 18 or be multiples such as $36 $54 $72hellip$180 etc Any amount great or small helps in the fight and helps the lives of those we loverdquo

Event check-in begins at 10am To learn more to donate andor to sign up to walk with the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team call Kleinman at 317-373-2262 or visit alsaorggotoJoyceKleinman

Indianapolis Vegetarian SocietyHolds 11th Annual Fundraiser

The Indianapolis V e g e t a r i a n

Society will hold the Indy Veg Fest at the Harrison Center for the Arts in downtown Indianapolis from

1130 am to 2 pm on September 17 The 11th annual fundraising event the first of its kind in Indianapolis gathers and encompasses restaurants music raffles and the opportunity to make new friends

Local restaurants will serve samplings of dishes they offer in their restaurants and local chefs will demonstrate how to cook delicious veg dishes Whether yoursquore a veg neophyte looking to expand your knowledge of healthy and ethical foods or a ldquoseasonedrdquo vegetarian looking to spice up or add variety to your meals this is the event for you With live music prizes healthy and scrumptious food and being with like-minded people organizers are confident yoursquoll have a fantastic time

Location 1505 N Delaware For more info on this or other IVS events call Jessica Suhre at 317-509-9292 or visit IndyVegSocietyorg

Holistic Skin Care Expert Relocates to Glendale Area

Skin care expert Dominique Rosa recently moved into a new studio across from the Glendale Mall in Indianapolis The studio is called Skin Wellness and itrsquos

located inside the Sign Of The Times salon Rosa is an esthetician who specializes in preserving skin quality and retarding

the aging process in a holistic way These goals are often achieved through the use of natural products Her organic facials are made with herbs and USDA fruits She says that the facials can be customized for specific results by combining the fruits with specific powdered herbs For example specific herbs are beneficial for dealing with aging hyperpigmentation acne stress or Rosacea

In addition Rosa offers both traditional waxing services and botanical soy hair removal which she feels offers a significant advantage Rosa observes that the soy she uses to remove hair only adheres to the hair and not to the skin resulting in a far more comfortable process to eliminate hair

Location 2750 E 62nd St Indianapolis Hours for appointments 8am-6pm Mon through Thurs For more info or to make an appointment call 317-251-0792 See ad on page 31

7natural awakenings September 2011

Adoptable Pets

For more info on available dogs and cats adoption and pet resources including our Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic visit IndyHumaneorg or call us at 3178725650

Al Catpone6-year-old male

Donrsquot believe the papers kid Irsquom a total sweetheart Irsquom a cuddly cat searching for love Irsquom gentle affectionate and I LOVE being combed Come see me today

7929 N Michigan Rd

Simplicity5-year-old female LabCollie mix

I was adopted from IndyHumane when I was a puppy Now Irsquom looking for a home again Irsquom a happy-go-lucky girl and Irsquod LOVE to be adopted with my older sister Serenity

Landman Memorial Concert at Good Earth in Broad Ripple

The third annual Bob Landman Memorial Concert honoring the late

owner of the Good Earth Natural Food Company will be from noon to 5 pm on September 25 in Broad Ripple Live bands will play on the storersquos parking lot and free food beverages and nutritional supplements will be available as the store celebrates both Landman and its own 40th anniversary

According to Rudy Nehrling Good Earth Natural Food Company president the free samples will encompass a variety of products These include gluten-free goods which the store now carries in each of its departments including the nutritional supplements section In addition he says that gluten-free bakery items are obtained from bakeries throughout the country and that gluten-free products not carried by the store can be ordered

Nehrling also salutes employees Deb McClure-Smith and Alix Litwack who have been with the store for 25 and five years respectively In addition to informing and educating Good Earth customers on healthful eating they are the authors of I Feel Good 10 Easy Steps to Better Health which is available at the store

Location 6350 N Guilford Ave in Broad Ripple For more info call 317-253-2898 or visit Good-Earthcom See ad on page 22

Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching Offers Journal Workshops

What if you could heal your world simply by holding it in your hands The experiential

Intent Heals Journal workshop offered monthly by Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC in Carmel is designed to facilitate a deeper awareness and ap-preciation for the people who have touched and shaped our lives

Participants learn how the Journal was devel-oped and how its power of intention daily prayer and healingmdashon physical emotional psycho-logical and spiritual levelsmdashcan change their lives

Current research on heart-brain communications is included that demonstrates the effects of emotions such as gratitude and forgiveness on heart rhythms that are coherent (meaning that mind body and emotions are all operating in harmony) Participants receive attractive hand-made Journals made in Nepal by Tibetan refugees that offer a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness

Many of the worldrsquos oldest spiritual teachings emphasize gratitude as a transformative spiritual practice that brings awareness of all the many gifts and blessings in our lives Through such practice we can discover that happiness and inner peace are generated from the inside-out rather than from the material or external world Daily use of the Intent Heals Journal can be one of the quickest and most direct paths to restoring balance and harmony in our lives that in turn fosters even more gratitude and appreciation

Location 11805 N Pennsylvania St Ste 136 For more info visit ElaineVocicom where there is also a link to her blog and a video about the work-shop See ad on page 30

8 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Osteopath Returns from New Zealand Teaching Trip

Ind ianapo l i s o s t eopa th i c physician Dr Charlie Beck

recently returned from a trip to New Zealand where he taught classes in sequencing This osteopathic approach uses the wisdom of the body to reveal what treatments are most appropriate and in what order they should be administered He says the same sequencing principle can also be used to prescribe medications

Although Dr Beck is usually serving clients in Indianapolis at Osteopathic Vision which he founded he makes frequent trips abroad to teach osteopathy Earlier this year he taught in Kiev Ukraine He points out that teaching osteopathy and making friends around the world is one of the missions of his company

Location 8330 Naab Rd Ste 235 For more info or to make an appointment call 317-228-9270 or visit OsteopathicVisioncom See ad on page 30

OsteopathicVision LLC

TRADERSPOINTCREAMERY

Oktoberfest Oct 8Loft Restaurant

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In the aftermath of the collapse of the concert stage at the Indiana State Fair on August 13 2011 the world witnessed both a tragedy and an instantaneous

call to action Video taken during the stagersquos collapse showed how hundreds of concert goers instantly reacted with compassion and rushed to lift the stage saving the lives of many fellow attendees in the process

These acts were not lost on the folks at Planet Soul Inc where the mission is to unify the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief that ldquoWe ARE ONErdquo T-shirts caps wristbands and other itemsmdashmany of which bear the word UNIFYmdashare sold through the companyrsquos website A portion of the proceeds from product sales goes to a charitable organization each quarter For example this yearrsquos ldquopay it forwardrdquo contributions have been sent to such groups as Susan G Komen for the Cure and the Red Cross in Japan

ldquoMany accounts of the Indiana State Fair tragedy have highlighted the fact that people at the scene instinctively moved towards those in need of help rather than run in an opposite direction to secure their own safetyrdquo says Planet Soulrsquos Rhonda Wundrum ldquoThis impulse is truly remarkable We believe it speaks to the core of our mission We also believe it speaks to the heart and spirit of a planet destined to UNIFY for the greater goodrdquo

For more information and to read the complete story see the inspiration page when you visit the website at PlanetSoulInccom See ad on page 4

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9natural awakenings September 2011

healthbriefs

ChildreN At risk for Eating DisordersThe obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled

during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight reports a new Taiwanese study of 15716 school pupils published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight Unfortunately studies in the United States show similar trends According to The Eating Disorder Foundation 46 percent of 10-year-old girls are dieting have a fear of fatness or are binge eating and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen

Source Wiley-Blackwell

better boNes For kidswith CeliAC diseAseCeliac disease (CD) is an inherited intestinal

disorder characterized by a lifelong intolerance to the ingestion of gluten a protein found in wheat rye barley and other grains Although it can occur at any age CD most commonly afflicts children ages 9 to 24 months and one of its common complications is metabolic bone disease Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures A recent article in the journal Nutrition Reviews stated that a gluten-free diet promotes a rapid increase in bone mineral density and leads to complete recovery of bone mineralization in children If a CD diagnosis and treatment is established before puberty children may attain normal peak bone mass which can prevent osteoporosis in later life Nutritional supplements of calcium and vitamin D further appear to increase the bone mineral density of children and adolescents A gluten-free diet also improves though rarely normalizes bone mineral density in adults with CD ldquoOur findings reinforce the importance of a strict gluten-free diet which remains the only scientific proven treatment for CD to daterdquo the authors conclude ldquoEarly diagnosis and therapy are critical in preventing CD complications like reduced bone mineral densityrdquo

Source Wiley-Blackwell

miNtY relieF for Irritable Bowel SyndromeResearch published in the

journal Pain validates peppermintmdashan herb commonly prescribed by naturopaths for stomach illsmdashas a natural and effective remedy for irritable bowel syndrome IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that causes abdominal pain bloating diarrhea andor constipation The researchers report that the mint activates an ldquoanti-painrdquo channel in the colon and soothes inflammation

in the gastrointestinal

tract

Source University of Adelaide (Australia) Nerve Gut Research Laboratory

OsteopathicVision LLC

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Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

kudos

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

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Whole Foods Market offers 10cent per bag to customers who reuse their own bags

Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

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ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

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september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

by helen hennessy

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

10138 Brooks School RoadFishers IN 46037

317-841-0103

Achieve wellbeing from the inside out

For more information and class schedule please visitwwwFlourishYogabiz

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

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Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

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Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

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Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

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Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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INTEGRATIVE THERAPYWhiteWilloWindpls 617-990-6979 (25)

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indpls FrangipanibodyProductscom (15)

skin WellnessCarmel 317-777-0495 (Free waxing)

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6 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

newsbriefs

Participate in or Support Annual

ALS Walk

On September 24 the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team will

be participating for its third time in the annual Central Indiana Walk to Defeat ALSreg at White River State Park beginning at noon The team was founded by Joyce Kleinman whose daughter Dr Jenni Berebitsky a naturopath was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gherigrsquos Disease) three years ago

Kleinman is inviting everyone to join the team for the two-mile walk andor make a donation Those that do both will receive a sampling of Xocai Healthy Chocolate

ldquoLast year and again this year we are asking for donations using the number 18 The number 18 stands for Chai and Chai means liferdquo says Kleinman ldquoDonations can contain the number 18 or be multiples such as $36 $54 $72hellip$180 etc Any amount great or small helps in the fight and helps the lives of those we loverdquo

Event check-in begins at 10am To learn more to donate andor to sign up to walk with the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Team call Kleinman at 317-373-2262 or visit alsaorggotoJoyceKleinman

Indianapolis Vegetarian SocietyHolds 11th Annual Fundraiser

The Indianapolis V e g e t a r i a n

Society will hold the Indy Veg Fest at the Harrison Center for the Arts in downtown Indianapolis from

1130 am to 2 pm on September 17 The 11th annual fundraising event the first of its kind in Indianapolis gathers and encompasses restaurants music raffles and the opportunity to make new friends

Local restaurants will serve samplings of dishes they offer in their restaurants and local chefs will demonstrate how to cook delicious veg dishes Whether yoursquore a veg neophyte looking to expand your knowledge of healthy and ethical foods or a ldquoseasonedrdquo vegetarian looking to spice up or add variety to your meals this is the event for you With live music prizes healthy and scrumptious food and being with like-minded people organizers are confident yoursquoll have a fantastic time

Location 1505 N Delaware For more info on this or other IVS events call Jessica Suhre at 317-509-9292 or visit IndyVegSocietyorg

Holistic Skin Care Expert Relocates to Glendale Area

Skin care expert Dominique Rosa recently moved into a new studio across from the Glendale Mall in Indianapolis The studio is called Skin Wellness and itrsquos

located inside the Sign Of The Times salon Rosa is an esthetician who specializes in preserving skin quality and retarding

the aging process in a holistic way These goals are often achieved through the use of natural products Her organic facials are made with herbs and USDA fruits She says that the facials can be customized for specific results by combining the fruits with specific powdered herbs For example specific herbs are beneficial for dealing with aging hyperpigmentation acne stress or Rosacea

In addition Rosa offers both traditional waxing services and botanical soy hair removal which she feels offers a significant advantage Rosa observes that the soy she uses to remove hair only adheres to the hair and not to the skin resulting in a far more comfortable process to eliminate hair

Location 2750 E 62nd St Indianapolis Hours for appointments 8am-6pm Mon through Thurs For more info or to make an appointment call 317-251-0792 See ad on page 31

7natural awakenings September 2011

Adoptable Pets

For more info on available dogs and cats adoption and pet resources including our Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic visit IndyHumaneorg or call us at 3178725650

Al Catpone6-year-old male

Donrsquot believe the papers kid Irsquom a total sweetheart Irsquom a cuddly cat searching for love Irsquom gentle affectionate and I LOVE being combed Come see me today

7929 N Michigan Rd

Simplicity5-year-old female LabCollie mix

I was adopted from IndyHumane when I was a puppy Now Irsquom looking for a home again Irsquom a happy-go-lucky girl and Irsquod LOVE to be adopted with my older sister Serenity

Landman Memorial Concert at Good Earth in Broad Ripple

The third annual Bob Landman Memorial Concert honoring the late

owner of the Good Earth Natural Food Company will be from noon to 5 pm on September 25 in Broad Ripple Live bands will play on the storersquos parking lot and free food beverages and nutritional supplements will be available as the store celebrates both Landman and its own 40th anniversary

According to Rudy Nehrling Good Earth Natural Food Company president the free samples will encompass a variety of products These include gluten-free goods which the store now carries in each of its departments including the nutritional supplements section In addition he says that gluten-free bakery items are obtained from bakeries throughout the country and that gluten-free products not carried by the store can be ordered

Nehrling also salutes employees Deb McClure-Smith and Alix Litwack who have been with the store for 25 and five years respectively In addition to informing and educating Good Earth customers on healthful eating they are the authors of I Feel Good 10 Easy Steps to Better Health which is available at the store

Location 6350 N Guilford Ave in Broad Ripple For more info call 317-253-2898 or visit Good-Earthcom See ad on page 22

Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching Offers Journal Workshops

What if you could heal your world simply by holding it in your hands The experiential

Intent Heals Journal workshop offered monthly by Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC in Carmel is designed to facilitate a deeper awareness and ap-preciation for the people who have touched and shaped our lives

Participants learn how the Journal was devel-oped and how its power of intention daily prayer and healingmdashon physical emotional psycho-logical and spiritual levelsmdashcan change their lives

Current research on heart-brain communications is included that demonstrates the effects of emotions such as gratitude and forgiveness on heart rhythms that are coherent (meaning that mind body and emotions are all operating in harmony) Participants receive attractive hand-made Journals made in Nepal by Tibetan refugees that offer a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness

Many of the worldrsquos oldest spiritual teachings emphasize gratitude as a transformative spiritual practice that brings awareness of all the many gifts and blessings in our lives Through such practice we can discover that happiness and inner peace are generated from the inside-out rather than from the material or external world Daily use of the Intent Heals Journal can be one of the quickest and most direct paths to restoring balance and harmony in our lives that in turn fosters even more gratitude and appreciation

Location 11805 N Pennsylvania St Ste 136 For more info visit ElaineVocicom where there is also a link to her blog and a video about the work-shop See ad on page 30

8 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Osteopath Returns from New Zealand Teaching Trip

Ind ianapo l i s o s t eopa th i c physician Dr Charlie Beck

recently returned from a trip to New Zealand where he taught classes in sequencing This osteopathic approach uses the wisdom of the body to reveal what treatments are most appropriate and in what order they should be administered He says the same sequencing principle can also be used to prescribe medications

Although Dr Beck is usually serving clients in Indianapolis at Osteopathic Vision which he founded he makes frequent trips abroad to teach osteopathy Earlier this year he taught in Kiev Ukraine He points out that teaching osteopathy and making friends around the world is one of the missions of his company

Location 8330 Naab Rd Ste 235 For more info or to make an appointment call 317-228-9270 or visit OsteopathicVisioncom See ad on page 30

OsteopathicVision LLC

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Oktoberfest Oct 8Loft Restaurant

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In the aftermath of the collapse of the concert stage at the Indiana State Fair on August 13 2011 the world witnessed both a tragedy and an instantaneous

call to action Video taken during the stagersquos collapse showed how hundreds of concert goers instantly reacted with compassion and rushed to lift the stage saving the lives of many fellow attendees in the process

These acts were not lost on the folks at Planet Soul Inc where the mission is to unify the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief that ldquoWe ARE ONErdquo T-shirts caps wristbands and other itemsmdashmany of which bear the word UNIFYmdashare sold through the companyrsquos website A portion of the proceeds from product sales goes to a charitable organization each quarter For example this yearrsquos ldquopay it forwardrdquo contributions have been sent to such groups as Susan G Komen for the Cure and the Red Cross in Japan

ldquoMany accounts of the Indiana State Fair tragedy have highlighted the fact that people at the scene instinctively moved towards those in need of help rather than run in an opposite direction to secure their own safetyrdquo says Planet Soulrsquos Rhonda Wundrum ldquoThis impulse is truly remarkable We believe it speaks to the core of our mission We also believe it speaks to the heart and spirit of a planet destined to UNIFY for the greater goodrdquo

For more information and to read the complete story see the inspiration page when you visit the website at PlanetSoulInccom See ad on page 4

Unification A Sign of the Times

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9natural awakenings September 2011

healthbriefs

ChildreN At risk for Eating DisordersThe obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled

during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight reports a new Taiwanese study of 15716 school pupils published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight Unfortunately studies in the United States show similar trends According to The Eating Disorder Foundation 46 percent of 10-year-old girls are dieting have a fear of fatness or are binge eating and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen

Source Wiley-Blackwell

better boNes For kidswith CeliAC diseAseCeliac disease (CD) is an inherited intestinal

disorder characterized by a lifelong intolerance to the ingestion of gluten a protein found in wheat rye barley and other grains Although it can occur at any age CD most commonly afflicts children ages 9 to 24 months and one of its common complications is metabolic bone disease Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures A recent article in the journal Nutrition Reviews stated that a gluten-free diet promotes a rapid increase in bone mineral density and leads to complete recovery of bone mineralization in children If a CD diagnosis and treatment is established before puberty children may attain normal peak bone mass which can prevent osteoporosis in later life Nutritional supplements of calcium and vitamin D further appear to increase the bone mineral density of children and adolescents A gluten-free diet also improves though rarely normalizes bone mineral density in adults with CD ldquoOur findings reinforce the importance of a strict gluten-free diet which remains the only scientific proven treatment for CD to daterdquo the authors conclude ldquoEarly diagnosis and therapy are critical in preventing CD complications like reduced bone mineral densityrdquo

Source Wiley-Blackwell

miNtY relieF for Irritable Bowel SyndromeResearch published in the

journal Pain validates peppermintmdashan herb commonly prescribed by naturopaths for stomach illsmdashas a natural and effective remedy for irritable bowel syndrome IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that causes abdominal pain bloating diarrhea andor constipation The researchers report that the mint activates an ldquoanti-painrdquo channel in the colon and soothes inflammation

in the gastrointestinal

tract

Source University of Adelaide (Australia) Nerve Gut Research Laboratory

OsteopathicVision LLC

10 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

kudos

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

Raw Foods Chef Offers Support for Celiac Sufferers

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Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

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ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

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Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

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Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

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Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

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We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

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Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

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Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

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FOOTWEAR

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Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

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Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

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Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

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jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

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sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

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Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

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Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

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Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

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Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

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Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

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Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

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that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

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Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

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A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

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Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

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ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

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7natural awakenings September 2011

Adoptable Pets

For more info on available dogs and cats adoption and pet resources including our Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic visit IndyHumaneorg or call us at 3178725650

Al Catpone6-year-old male

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I was adopted from IndyHumane when I was a puppy Now Irsquom looking for a home again Irsquom a happy-go-lucky girl and Irsquod LOVE to be adopted with my older sister Serenity

Landman Memorial Concert at Good Earth in Broad Ripple

The third annual Bob Landman Memorial Concert honoring the late

owner of the Good Earth Natural Food Company will be from noon to 5 pm on September 25 in Broad Ripple Live bands will play on the storersquos parking lot and free food beverages and nutritional supplements will be available as the store celebrates both Landman and its own 40th anniversary

According to Rudy Nehrling Good Earth Natural Food Company president the free samples will encompass a variety of products These include gluten-free goods which the store now carries in each of its departments including the nutritional supplements section In addition he says that gluten-free bakery items are obtained from bakeries throughout the country and that gluten-free products not carried by the store can be ordered

Nehrling also salutes employees Deb McClure-Smith and Alix Litwack who have been with the store for 25 and five years respectively In addition to informing and educating Good Earth customers on healthful eating they are the authors of I Feel Good 10 Easy Steps to Better Health which is available at the store

Location 6350 N Guilford Ave in Broad Ripple For more info call 317-253-2898 or visit Good-Earthcom See ad on page 22

Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching Offers Journal Workshops

What if you could heal your world simply by holding it in your hands The experiential

Intent Heals Journal workshop offered monthly by Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC in Carmel is designed to facilitate a deeper awareness and ap-preciation for the people who have touched and shaped our lives

Participants learn how the Journal was devel-oped and how its power of intention daily prayer and healingmdashon physical emotional psycho-logical and spiritual levelsmdashcan change their lives

Current research on heart-brain communications is included that demonstrates the effects of emotions such as gratitude and forgiveness on heart rhythms that are coherent (meaning that mind body and emotions are all operating in harmony) Participants receive attractive hand-made Journals made in Nepal by Tibetan refugees that offer a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness

Many of the worldrsquos oldest spiritual teachings emphasize gratitude as a transformative spiritual practice that brings awareness of all the many gifts and blessings in our lives Through such practice we can discover that happiness and inner peace are generated from the inside-out rather than from the material or external world Daily use of the Intent Heals Journal can be one of the quickest and most direct paths to restoring balance and harmony in our lives that in turn fosters even more gratitude and appreciation

Location 11805 N Pennsylvania St Ste 136 For more info visit ElaineVocicom where there is also a link to her blog and a video about the work-shop See ad on page 30

8 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Osteopath Returns from New Zealand Teaching Trip

Ind ianapo l i s o s t eopa th i c physician Dr Charlie Beck

recently returned from a trip to New Zealand where he taught classes in sequencing This osteopathic approach uses the wisdom of the body to reveal what treatments are most appropriate and in what order they should be administered He says the same sequencing principle can also be used to prescribe medications

Although Dr Beck is usually serving clients in Indianapolis at Osteopathic Vision which he founded he makes frequent trips abroad to teach osteopathy Earlier this year he taught in Kiev Ukraine He points out that teaching osteopathy and making friends around the world is one of the missions of his company

Location 8330 Naab Rd Ste 235 For more info or to make an appointment call 317-228-9270 or visit OsteopathicVisioncom See ad on page 30

OsteopathicVision LLC

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Oktoberfest Oct 8Loft Restaurant

Award Winning Products Farm Tours Dairy Bar

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In the aftermath of the collapse of the concert stage at the Indiana State Fair on August 13 2011 the world witnessed both a tragedy and an instantaneous

call to action Video taken during the stagersquos collapse showed how hundreds of concert goers instantly reacted with compassion and rushed to lift the stage saving the lives of many fellow attendees in the process

These acts were not lost on the folks at Planet Soul Inc where the mission is to unify the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief that ldquoWe ARE ONErdquo T-shirts caps wristbands and other itemsmdashmany of which bear the word UNIFYmdashare sold through the companyrsquos website A portion of the proceeds from product sales goes to a charitable organization each quarter For example this yearrsquos ldquopay it forwardrdquo contributions have been sent to such groups as Susan G Komen for the Cure and the Red Cross in Japan

ldquoMany accounts of the Indiana State Fair tragedy have highlighted the fact that people at the scene instinctively moved towards those in need of help rather than run in an opposite direction to secure their own safetyrdquo says Planet Soulrsquos Rhonda Wundrum ldquoThis impulse is truly remarkable We believe it speaks to the core of our mission We also believe it speaks to the heart and spirit of a planet destined to UNIFY for the greater goodrdquo

For more information and to read the complete story see the inspiration page when you visit the website at PlanetSoulInccom See ad on page 4

Unification A Sign of the Times

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9natural awakenings September 2011

healthbriefs

ChildreN At risk for Eating DisordersThe obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled

during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight reports a new Taiwanese study of 15716 school pupils published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight Unfortunately studies in the United States show similar trends According to The Eating Disorder Foundation 46 percent of 10-year-old girls are dieting have a fear of fatness or are binge eating and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen

Source Wiley-Blackwell

better boNes For kidswith CeliAC diseAseCeliac disease (CD) is an inherited intestinal

disorder characterized by a lifelong intolerance to the ingestion of gluten a protein found in wheat rye barley and other grains Although it can occur at any age CD most commonly afflicts children ages 9 to 24 months and one of its common complications is metabolic bone disease Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures A recent article in the journal Nutrition Reviews stated that a gluten-free diet promotes a rapid increase in bone mineral density and leads to complete recovery of bone mineralization in children If a CD diagnosis and treatment is established before puberty children may attain normal peak bone mass which can prevent osteoporosis in later life Nutritional supplements of calcium and vitamin D further appear to increase the bone mineral density of children and adolescents A gluten-free diet also improves though rarely normalizes bone mineral density in adults with CD ldquoOur findings reinforce the importance of a strict gluten-free diet which remains the only scientific proven treatment for CD to daterdquo the authors conclude ldquoEarly diagnosis and therapy are critical in preventing CD complications like reduced bone mineral densityrdquo

Source Wiley-Blackwell

miNtY relieF for Irritable Bowel SyndromeResearch published in the

journal Pain validates peppermintmdashan herb commonly prescribed by naturopaths for stomach illsmdashas a natural and effective remedy for irritable bowel syndrome IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that causes abdominal pain bloating diarrhea andor constipation The researchers report that the mint activates an ldquoanti-painrdquo channel in the colon and soothes inflammation

in the gastrointestinal

tract

Source University of Adelaide (Australia) Nerve Gut Research Laboratory

OsteopathicVision LLC

10 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

kudos

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

Raw Foods Chef Offers Support for Celiac Sufferers

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ldquoOne Dime at a Timerdquo

Whole Foods Market offers 10cent per bag to customers who reuse their own bags

Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

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ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

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Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

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But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

classifiedsPlace your classified for only $100

per word per month (10 word minimum) To place listing

email content to ClassifiedNACrossroadscom

ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

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A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

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Osteopath Returns from New Zealand Teaching Trip

Ind ianapo l i s o s t eopa th i c physician Dr Charlie Beck

recently returned from a trip to New Zealand where he taught classes in sequencing This osteopathic approach uses the wisdom of the body to reveal what treatments are most appropriate and in what order they should be administered He says the same sequencing principle can also be used to prescribe medications

Although Dr Beck is usually serving clients in Indianapolis at Osteopathic Vision which he founded he makes frequent trips abroad to teach osteopathy Earlier this year he taught in Kiev Ukraine He points out that teaching osteopathy and making friends around the world is one of the missions of his company

Location 8330 Naab Rd Ste 235 For more info or to make an appointment call 317-228-9270 or visit OsteopathicVisioncom See ad on page 30

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These acts were not lost on the folks at Planet Soul Inc where the mission is to unify the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief that ldquoWe ARE ONErdquo T-shirts caps wristbands and other itemsmdashmany of which bear the word UNIFYmdashare sold through the companyrsquos website A portion of the proceeds from product sales goes to a charitable organization each quarter For example this yearrsquos ldquopay it forwardrdquo contributions have been sent to such groups as Susan G Komen for the Cure and the Red Cross in Japan

ldquoMany accounts of the Indiana State Fair tragedy have highlighted the fact that people at the scene instinctively moved towards those in need of help rather than run in an opposite direction to secure their own safetyrdquo says Planet Soulrsquos Rhonda Wundrum ldquoThis impulse is truly remarkable We believe it speaks to the core of our mission We also believe it speaks to the heart and spirit of a planet destined to UNIFY for the greater goodrdquo

For more information and to read the complete story see the inspiration page when you visit the website at PlanetSoulInccom See ad on page 4

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healthbriefs

ChildreN At risk for Eating DisordersThe obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled

during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight reports a new Taiwanese study of 15716 school pupils published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight Unfortunately studies in the United States show similar trends According to The Eating Disorder Foundation 46 percent of 10-year-old girls are dieting have a fear of fatness or are binge eating and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen

Source Wiley-Blackwell

better boNes For kidswith CeliAC diseAseCeliac disease (CD) is an inherited intestinal

disorder characterized by a lifelong intolerance to the ingestion of gluten a protein found in wheat rye barley and other grains Although it can occur at any age CD most commonly afflicts children ages 9 to 24 months and one of its common complications is metabolic bone disease Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures A recent article in the journal Nutrition Reviews stated that a gluten-free diet promotes a rapid increase in bone mineral density and leads to complete recovery of bone mineralization in children If a CD diagnosis and treatment is established before puberty children may attain normal peak bone mass which can prevent osteoporosis in later life Nutritional supplements of calcium and vitamin D further appear to increase the bone mineral density of children and adolescents A gluten-free diet also improves though rarely normalizes bone mineral density in adults with CD ldquoOur findings reinforce the importance of a strict gluten-free diet which remains the only scientific proven treatment for CD to daterdquo the authors conclude ldquoEarly diagnosis and therapy are critical in preventing CD complications like reduced bone mineral densityrdquo

Source Wiley-Blackwell

miNtY relieF for Irritable Bowel SyndromeResearch published in the

journal Pain validates peppermintmdashan herb commonly prescribed by naturopaths for stomach illsmdashas a natural and effective remedy for irritable bowel syndrome IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that causes abdominal pain bloating diarrhea andor constipation The researchers report that the mint activates an ldquoanti-painrdquo channel in the colon and soothes inflammation

in the gastrointestinal

tract

Source University of Adelaide (Australia) Nerve Gut Research Laboratory

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Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

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Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

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SUPPORTS JAMESON CAMP

ldquoOne Dime at a Timerdquo

Whole Foods Market offers 10cent per bag to customers who reuse their own bags

Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

environment and supports a local non-profit The two Indiana Whole Food

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ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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september 2011

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one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

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Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

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But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

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OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

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Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

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Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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healthbriefs

ChildreN At risk for Eating DisordersThe obesity rate among youngsters has nearly tripled

during the last three decades and given rise to another worrisome trend Children as young as 10 are making themselves vomit in order to lose weight reports a new Taiwanese study of 15716 school pupils published online by the Journal of Clinical Nursing Thirteen percent of the girls and boys that took part in the Asian research admitted they made themselves sick to lose weight Unfortunately studies in the United States show similar trends According to The Eating Disorder Foundation 46 percent of 10-year-old girls are dieting have a fear of fatness or are binge eating and 27 percent of girls ages 12 through 18 show significant eating disorder symptoms Such findings have prompted researchers to warn that self-induced vomiting is an early sign that children could develop eating disorders and serious psychological problems The researchers believe that eating disorders can be successfully tackled by ensuring that children get enough sleep eat breakfast every day and consume less fried food and fewer night-time snacks They also recommend spending less time in front of a computer screen

Source Wiley-Blackwell

better boNes For kidswith CeliAC diseAseCeliac disease (CD) is an inherited intestinal

disorder characterized by a lifelong intolerance to the ingestion of gluten a protein found in wheat rye barley and other grains Although it can occur at any age CD most commonly afflicts children ages 9 to 24 months and one of its common complications is metabolic bone disease Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures A recent article in the journal Nutrition Reviews stated that a gluten-free diet promotes a rapid increase in bone mineral density and leads to complete recovery of bone mineralization in children If a CD diagnosis and treatment is established before puberty children may attain normal peak bone mass which can prevent osteoporosis in later life Nutritional supplements of calcium and vitamin D further appear to increase the bone mineral density of children and adolescents A gluten-free diet also improves though rarely normalizes bone mineral density in adults with CD ldquoOur findings reinforce the importance of a strict gluten-free diet which remains the only scientific proven treatment for CD to daterdquo the authors conclude ldquoEarly diagnosis and therapy are critical in preventing CD complications like reduced bone mineral densityrdquo

Source Wiley-Blackwell

miNtY relieF for Irritable Bowel SyndromeResearch published in the

journal Pain validates peppermintmdashan herb commonly prescribed by naturopaths for stomach illsmdashas a natural and effective remedy for irritable bowel syndrome IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that causes abdominal pain bloating diarrhea andor constipation The researchers report that the mint activates an ldquoanti-painrdquo channel in the colon and soothes inflammation

in the gastrointestinal

tract

Source University of Adelaide (Australia) Nerve Gut Research Laboratory

OsteopathicVision LLC

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Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

kudos

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

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Whole Foods Market offers 10cent per bag to customers who reuse their own bags

Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

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ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

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september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

by helen hennessy

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

10138 Brooks School RoadFishers IN 46037

317-841-0103

Achieve wellbeing from the inside out

For more information and class schedule please visitwwwFlourishYogabiz

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

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Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

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ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

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ANTI AGING

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Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

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Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

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Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

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We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

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Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

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Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

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and more See ad on page 15

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Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

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Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

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It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

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jUICE BAR

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LIFE COACH

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Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

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Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

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NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

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Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

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Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

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PILATES

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Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

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Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

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skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

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Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

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A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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Welcome Dr Andrew James Giordano DC to Morter Institute

and Health Center in Carmel Dr Andrew Giordanorsquos approach to healthcarewellness care is unique and specific to meet the individual clientrsquos health concerns and reach wellness goals ldquoI enjoy assisting my clients in their journey toward achieving better health and overall well-beingrdquo Dr Giordano knows that when we are able to view dis-ease as information contained within the body it can be assessed and ldquounlockedrdquo through a variety of means including observation testing analyzing the health history and very importantly listening Dr Giordano is available for speaking engagements and regularly conducts educational workshops

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterInstitutecom

kudos

Celiac disease is a genetic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the intestinal tract when gluten a

protein found in wheat rye spelt barley triticale and kamut is consumed The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness reports that approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States have celiac disease and that on average it takes 4 years to diagnose the condition Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea abdominal bloating and gas depression mouth sores skin disorders menstrual irregularities and fatigue Some individuals report no symptoms of celiac disease yet the damage to the intestinal tract continues For those with celiac disease consumption of gluten will eventually result permanent and irreparable damage to the villi or fingerlike projections that help move food along the intestinal wall This damage disables the bodyrsquos innate ability to properly absorb nutrients vitamins and minerals leading to malnutrition The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies include zinc calcium iron vitamin B12 folate and vitamin D

The good news is that symptoms and further damage to the body can be avoided by adhering to a strict gluten-free diet Additional progress can be made by taking digestive enzymes that will break apart gluten proteins should trace amounts be consumed and adopting a dairy and soy-free diet as well as dairy and soy generally causes additional inflammation in the body Because public awareness of food allergies and celiac disease is increasing many restaurants have started to offer gluten-free menus and are incorporating alternative grains such as quinoa millet and brown rice into their everyday menus

Sarah Stout is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist Natural Health Counselor and Raw Foods Chef She can be reached for consultations at Reinventing Wellness 317-408-0110 or online at ReinventingWellnesscom See ad on page 23

Raw Foods Chef Offers Support for Celiac Sufferers

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SUPPORTS JAMESON CAMP

ldquoOne Dime at a Timerdquo

Whole Foods Market offers 10cent per bag to customers who reuse their own bags

Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

environment and supports a local non-profit The two Indiana Whole Food

stores are delighted to support Jameson Camp in the months of July August amp

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Blvd and in Carmel at the Clay Terrace Mall)

So take your green bags to Whole

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we look to the next generation to make a difference

ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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6516 Ferguson St in Broad Ripple317-253-5683 (LOVE)

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A spectrum of vibrational modalities to recalibrate your energy frequencies and bring you to pure dimensions of your well-being Muscle Relaxation Pressure Point Therapy Music Tuning Forks Crystal Bowls Crystal Energies and Channeled Messages in one expansive visit

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Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

by helen hennessy

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

by kimberly A Colgate esq

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

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ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

10138 Brooks School RoadFishers IN 46037

317-841-0103

Achieve wellbeing from the inside out

For more information and class schedule please visitwwwFlourishYogabiz

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

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Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

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Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

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ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

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ANTI AGING

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Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

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ANTIOxIDANT

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

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Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

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Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

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Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

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We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

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FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

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Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

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Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

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and more See ad on page 15

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

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HEALTHY DINING

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Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

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Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

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It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

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jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

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Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

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Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

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Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

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NUTRITIONIST

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Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

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Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

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Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

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PILATES

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RECYCLED GIFTS

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Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

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UNIFICATION

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WELLNESS CENTER

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A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

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Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

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ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

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ENERGY WORkClAssiCAl sYstemsindpls 317-498-9822

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Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

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12 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SUPPORTS JAMESON CAMP

ldquoOne Dime at a Timerdquo

Whole Foods Market offers 10cent per bag to customers who reuse their own bags

Customers can accept their refund or direct the cashier to donate the cash to the stores chosen non-profit - through the One Dime at a Time program This program reduces their impact on the

environment and supports a local non-profit The two Indiana Whole Food

stores are delighted to support Jameson Camp in the months of July August amp

September (on 86th St in Indpls between College Ave and Westfield

Blvd and in Carmel at the Clay Terrace Mall)

So take your green bags to Whole

Foods Market and shop for a great cause

Jameson Camp impacts the lives youth

through programs that develop the fundamentals of a healthy lifestyle

including confidence responsibility and respect for themselves others amp the world around us Through outdoor

activities the youth develop physicalemotional connections with nature that inspire an appreciation for the outdoors amp environmental stewardship ndash vital as

we look to the next generation to make a difference

ArtFul KIDSHands-On Creativity Nurtures Mind Body

and Spirit

by Judith Fertig

healthykids

Kidsrsquo active participation in the creative arts helps them develop physically mentally

emotionally and sociallymdashwhether they are painting drawing shaping pottery performing in plays or mus ica ls dancing storytelling or making music Studies culled b y e d u c a t o r s a t A r i z o n a rsquos S c o t t s d a l e Center for the Performing Arts c o n f i r m t h e multiple benefits ranging from higher SAT scores to increases in self-esteem and improved ability to handle peer pressure Yet with shrinking school budgets cutting b a c k o n w h a t a r e

considered non-core subjects such as music and art is the path that many school districts are forced to take explains Anne Bryant PhD executive director of the National School Boards Association Communities in turn

must find new ways to counter this new financial reality For example an elementary school music or art teacher once devoted to a single school now may have to travel to several throughout a district ldquoSchools are under so much pressure due to dwindling

resources and the No Child Left Behind legislation that sometimes the children who most need the arts are put in remedial classes insteadrdquo says Susan Tate a former teacher who is now executive director of Kansasrsquo Lawrence Arts Center Add in our digital culturemdash

where hands-on most often means a computer keyboard or phone-texting devicemdashand domestic situations in which busy parents arenrsquot keen to clean up messy finger paints and other craft supplies and the result is ldquoThese days kids also are less likely to do hands-on art at homerdquo adds Tate At young ages children are likely to be more passive than active learners says Sharon Burch a music educator in Mystic Iowa They may listen for example to whatever tunes their parents play instead of simpler more age-appropriate songs Burch has helped fill the need by providing interactive Freddie the Frog resources for use by parents as well as in music classrooms Fortunately communities across the country have rallied to offer afterschool and weekend arts and

crafts programs Many simple arts participation activities are easy for parents grandparents and

caregivers to do along with the kids

Developing Mental Abilities

ldquoCurrent studies of brain imaging and mapping show that the active making of music creates synapses in all four parts of the brainrdquo

Burch says By active she means physically tapping out a rhythm with

13natural awakenings September 2011

sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

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september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

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But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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sticks singing a song dancing to a beat marching playing patty-cake or engaging in other age-appropriate physical movement ldquoTo really light up the brain you have to do something not just passively listenrdquo Making music helps kids think create reason and express themselves adds Burch Practicing the art of simple storytelling as well as having adults regularly reading childrenrsquos literature with youngsters can also have a profound impact A 2003 study published in the American Educator based on exhaustive research by PhD psychologists Todd Risley and Betty Hart showed that by age 4 a huge gap in vocabulary skills exists between children of different economic levels Those growing up in a household of educated professional people hear a cumulative 32 million more spoken words (1500 more per hour) during these early yearsmdashand thus have a greater vocabularymdashthan those from welfare families The researchers further documented more than five times the instances of encouraging feedback They d i s cove red a d i r ec t correlation between the intensity of these early verbal experiences and later achievement Risley and Hart attributed the meaningful difference to the increased interactionmdashmore storytelling reading and parent-child discussionsmdashthat typically takes place in more affluent households

Firing ImaginationldquoOur culture is so linear and lingually driven that it often doesnrsquot tap into the vastness of a childrsquos imaginationrdquo observes Anne Austin Pearce assistant professor of communication and fine art at Missourirsquos Rockhurst University Pearce often works with school children through library events that couple art and storytelling ldquoAlso therersquos pressure to measure results in a culture that tends to label you either a winner or a loser but art is not quantifiable in that way art allows kids to develop ideas through the creative process that they canrsquot do any other way ldquoWhen kids are drawing they often talk as they are doing itrdquo she says ldquoYou can then engage in a different kind of

conversation with kids just letting things happen and

ask ing open questions Kids tell their own storiesrdquo

Confidence-BuildingKids that study and perform at least one of the arts such as

dance playing an instrument or acting in a play ldquo will have an edge up thatrsquos so critical as an adultrdquo concludes Verneda Edwards executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Blue Valley School District near Kansas City ldquoKids not only benefit academically by engaging in the arts they also have the ability to get up in front of people and perform That builds increasing confidencerdquo

Judith Fertig celebrates the craft of cooking at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyleblogspotcom

14 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

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Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

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But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

calendarofeventsListings by Date NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Log on to NACrossroadscom for current information

Mark Your Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

classifiedsPlace your classified for only $100

per word per month (10 word minimum) To place listing

email content to ClassifiedNACrossroadscom

ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

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Lisa Bless really needed a miracle She was depressed and had been since her childhood Then her

husband lost his job when his em-ployer went out of business

But Bless an Indianapolis resi-dent didnrsquot plunge deeper into depres-sion She did just the opposite Her depression suddenly vanished Entirely

Just as quickly her business improved--in the midst of the same stinking economy that had left her husband jobless

Bless credits these results to her encounters with Braco (pronounced Braht-zo) in Indianapolis last April More than 6000 tickets were sold to sessions with him for a two-day event ABC NBC and FOX news includ-ing Indianapolisrsquo FOX 59 have done features on Braco along with Inside Edition and the Univision network

A native of Croatia Braco is a healer according to many who visit him but he refuses to call himself a healer He doesnrsquot guarantee results And he doesnrsquot even speak or touch those who come to see him

Indeed he hasnrsquot spoken publicly in eight years He merely stands before large groups of people and silently gazes at them for five to seven minutes Those in attendance frequently claim to be able to feel his energy and to be healed by it

ldquoI felt the sensation of being filled with unconditional love and the most peaceful contented feeling of safetyrdquo recalls Bless a certified massage therapist She adds that her company Healing Energy Massage doubled its revenues the first week after the gazing sessions just through word of mouth and that this business level has re-mained constant

Likewise the depression that she suffered ldquofrom a post-traumatic stress disorderrdquo since childhood has not returned ldquoI feel much more sure of

myself and my decisions I feel like the truth has been awakened in me of my true potential and abilityhellipI can never thank Braco enough for sharing his gift I tell everyone about himrdquo

Oh yes and during the three ses-sions Bless attended in April she also asked Braco to help her husband By June she says he had found a new job

Braco returns to Central Indiana for more gazing sessions on October 4 and 5 at The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center in Carmel Eight dollars is charged for each session and proceeds are used to cover travel and event production costs Organizers say that Braco receives no income from the gazing sessions They are sched-uled one per hour and each includes an introduction to Braco a gazing a brief period for silent reflection and a question-and-answer segment

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the sessions Women who are pregnant beyond the first trimester may also not attend Bracorsquos energy is said to be intense Thus these two groups are excluded from the gaz-ing sessions

Many individuals are repeat at-tendees Solanyel Yames for instance first attended a gazing session with Braco last April and returned to see him again when he appeared in Car-mel in June

An Indianapolis resident Yames recalls that she was ldquostuckrdquo and ldquostressed outrdquo about her finances be-fore the Braco gazings in April Once there however she felt peace come over her as she observed him on stage Shortly thereafter she felt inspired to start bringing cakes to social events The desserts were such hits that she received numerous requests for themmdashand launched a successful catering business while keeping her regular job

Sometimes the results are more in-

tangible such as those Brown County holistic veterinarian Dr Lisa Pantzer observed after Bracorsquos April visit She volunteered to work at the event and also attended gazing sessions As many attendees throughout the world do Dr Pantzer brought photos of loved ones who were not able to attend the sessions

According to Dr Pantzer tbere was an remarkable change in one of the three individuals whose photos she wore on her name badge during the sessions ldquoImmediately after the session he opened up more than he ever had beforerdquo she says ldquoWe speak almost daily and I am a part of his lifeldquo

ldquoI think the biggest shifts may be the small changes that can occur in many lives If we can connect more of-ten and deeper with family neighbors and friends and if we learn to live life with our hearts open that is a bigger gift than any cancer cure In fact we may be preventing those diseases we fear so muchrdquo

Or as Rev Michael Beckwith who was featured in the bestsell-ing DVD The Secret summarizes the whole phenomenon ldquoBraco is the real thingrdquo

Location The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Dr Carmel Sessions are at 11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm and 7 pm on both Octo-ber 4 and 5 For more information visit Braconet See ad on page 2

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Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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Package discounts available

23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

calendarofeventsListings by Date NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Log on to NACrossroadscom for current information

Mark Your Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

classifiedsPlace your classified for only $100

per word per month (10 word minimum) To place listing

email content to ClassifiedNACrossroadscom

ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

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FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

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15natural awakenings September 2011

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Mother Naturersquos SunKundalini Center for Oneness

Yoga and Sound

6516 Ferguson St in Broad Ripple317-253-5683 (LOVE)

To Book Your Appointment go to wwwMotherNatureSuncom

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Iva amp Wendy Two Professional Practitioners amp You

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10 kids amp adults

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Schedule a tour of our new location at the Carmel Riverview Rehab and

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Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

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Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

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one yoga class at a time

september 2011

Celebrate with a week of FREE YOGA Find a participating yoga studio near you

wwwYogaMonthorg

Inspiring everyone to live a healthy life

one yoga class at a time

Learn more at YogaMonthorg

Celebrate Yoga Month with community events and FREE yoga at these local studios

september 2011

16 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

Yoga In The Dark Gentle Entreersquo to a Light-Filled World

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

healingways

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that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

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Improved Balance Flexibility and Range of MotionHaving the balance to stand on one foot and being flexible enough to touch your toes are often falsely perceived as prerequisites for yoga class In reality practicing yoga is a way to gain such abilities The Mayo Clinic further notes that with the improved balance flexibility and range of motion gained through yoga practice injuries from other physical or day-to-day activities become less likely

Increased StrengthAlthough weights are not used in yoga muscle strength bone strength and endurance are boosted via the disciplinersquos weight-bearing postures When an American Council on Exercise study recruited 34 healthy women to practice yoga three times a week they could do an average of six more push-ups and 14 more curl-ups after eight weeks than they could before

Relief from Chronic PainResearch from institutions such as the Mayo Clinic has shown that practicing yoga postures can reduce pain associated with cancer multiple sclerosis autoimmune diseases and

YOGA FOR HEALTHby meredith montgomery

hypertension as well as other chronic conditions including back and neck pain A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that subjects suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome improved their grip strength and reported less pain due to a yoga-based regimen A nerve test also indicated improvement

Better BreathingYoga emphasizes slow and deep breathing Information on Yoga Alliancersquos educational website (YogaAllianceorg) indicates that these deliberate actions are known to activate the bodyrsquos parasympathetic system or relaxation response while also improving lung function According to the Northern Colorado Allergy amp Asthma Clinic individuals with asthma reported decreased frequency in the use of inhalers increased relaxation and a more positive outlook on life after participating in regular yoga sessions for four months

Boost in MoodYogarsquos deep breathing combined with the need for balance and concentration works to reduce stress anxiety heart rate and blood pressure levels according to research published by the Mayo Clinic Yogarsquos breathing techniques have reportedly reduced blood pressure more effectively than other soothing activities such as listening to relaxing music

Weight LossBecause yoga tends to raise awareness of the benefits of healthy living it also is used to motivate overweight individuals to gain control of eating habits and support their efforts to lose weight Many teachers offer yoga programs specifically designed for those wanting to shed pounds A 10-year lifestyle study of 15500 adults in their 50s published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine found that regular yoga practice was associated with less age-related weight gain

Meredith Montgomery is a registered yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for 12 years

Every September National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg) expands awareness of yogarsquos proven health

benefits This 5000-year-old practice that originated in the East and aims to unify body mind and spirit continues to gain popularity in the West as a valuable tool in preventive healthcare and a complement to traditional medicine These are just some examples of the multiple health benefits a regular yoga practice can provide

17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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Walk through the gluten-free product aisles at the grocery or health food store

and many people might wonder ldquoIs this a food fad Who has a problem with glutenrdquo

317-863-0365

YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL THROUGH OURComprehensive Wellness Approach

Your Health TeamMary Grace Pennella Doctor of Chiropractic

Rachelle Aspy Massage Therapist amp Yoga Instructor

Kara Reibel Pilates Instructor

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Call today to schedule your free consultation

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Package discounts available

23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

calendarofeventsListings by Date NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Log on to NACrossroadscom for current information

Mark Your Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

classifiedsPlace your classified for only $100

per word per month (10 word minimum) To place listing

email content to ClassifiedNACrossroadscom

ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

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17natural awakenings September 2011

Indianapolis yoga teacher Ashley Shapiro was just two years old when she began practicing yoga and

experienced its ability to transport her to a realm of wonder and delight Her mother was a student of Indra Devi the first Western woman to study yoga in India and as a result of her exposure to Devirsquos teachings Shapiro grew up with the belief that they contributed profoundly to the magic of life

Later as a painter and young mother living in Evansville Shapiro would travel to upstate New York to be with her own renowned teacher Indian guru Baba Muktananda founder of Siddha Yoga

She and her husband Larry Shapiro currently professor of violin and artist in residence at Butler University as well as concertmaster for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra both studied in Muktanandarsquos ashrams for 14 years When they moved to other cities the two ran Siddha Yoga Meditation Centers there for Muktananda

After Muktanandarsquos death in 1982 Shapiro developed a new way to present hatha yoga using a system revealed to her in dreams Itrsquos called Yoga In The Dark

and is performed in a room illuminated solely by candlelight Designed for students of all levels the class features gentle meditative movements many of which are performed under the soothing comfort of a blanket The class ldquorelaxes the body to the deepest levels and rejuvenates the cellsrdquo Shapiro says ldquoMany people allow the minutiae of the world to destroy their happiness This

class helps them to enter a spiritual light-filled worldrdquo

In addition Shapiro and her husband teach a class called Yoga and Classical Music in venues throughout the country

Class Location Mindful Movement Studio 1315C W 86th St Indianapolis For more info call 317-257-MIND (6463) or visit MindfulMovementStudiocom

Ashley Shapirorsquos

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

calendarofeventsListings by Date NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Log on to NACrossroadscom for current information

Mark Your Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

classifiedsPlace your classified for only $100

per word per month (10 word minimum) To place listing

email content to ClassifiedNACrossroadscom

ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

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The Effect of Sound Therapy on the Mind

It didnrsquot take years of practicing kundalini yoga chanting mantras and studying sound therapy for

Wendy Morrison to embrace the concept that at our deepest and most indivisible level we are all resonant patterns of energy From her earliest encounters with these ancient practices the owner of Mother Naturersquos Sun a Kundalini Center for Oneness resonated with the idea that the body is a symphony of sound and vibration even though she didnrsquot intellectually grasp the concept ldquoIt just felt right to merdquo says Morrison The fact that inwardly directed exploration quieted the chatter in her mind and led to an internal sense of well-being provided the proverbial ldquoicing on the cakerdquo

Like thousands of other individuals Morrison struggles to find vocabulary words that help to explain why and how yoga chanting meditation and listening to the sound of a gong or tuning forks have an impact on the mind and body ldquoYou can explain the benefits and the physiological changes that occur with sound therapy but it is the

experience that stays with the person Each experience is differentrdquo says the Integrated Sacred Sound Massage Therapist

Although in the early days of her studies Morrisonrsquos attention vacillated between challenging personal circumstances and her practice she still managed to notice that her emotions surfaced without effort and released themselves ldquoOld thought patterns and emotions would come to the surface when exposed to sound therapyrdquo she explains ldquoOften my perception of a situation or memory shifted afterwards and I could view it differently through the lens of my heart rather than my intellectrdquo

Ancient mind body spirit practices lead an individualrsquos focus away from thinking interpreting strategizing rationalizing analyzing and comparing to a place in the body of feeling and intuiting ldquoWe spend so much time living in our heads listening to mind chatter and trying to figure things out that we rarely direct our attention to the body unless itrsquos hurt or in a crisisrdquo says Morrison

by linda sechrist

healthymind ChantingTime set aside for chanting

the rhythmic speaking or singing of words or sacred phrases soothes Morrisonrsquos mind According to research conducted at Cleveland University chanting creates a melodious effect in

the body called Neuro-linguistic effect (NLE) When the

meaning of the mantra is understood it creates a Psychololinguistic effect (PLE) NLE and PLE effects are by-products of the production and spreading of curative

brain chemicals such as the neurotransmitters that

create positive emotional states

A study by Dr Alan Watkins (senior lecturer in neuroscience at Imperial College London) reveals that while chanting heart rate and blood pressure dip to their lowest point in the day Watkins purports that even listening to chants normalizes adrenalin levels and brain wave patterns He also notes that the vibration of the sound calms the nervous system Chanting also destresses and facilitates better concentration and memory

The GongIn places where civilizations

developed metalworking skills people created instruments that

19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

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by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

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But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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19natural awakenings September 2011

The best definition of intuition is that which we know in our hearts to be true When we feel

good and right about a decision we often attribute it to having followed our intuition There is a difference however between what ldquofeels goodrdquo and what we ldquoknow in our heartsrdquo Discerning this difference separates wishful think-ing from true intuitive intelligence Intuitive intelligence can be identified by the qualities that ac-company it like effortlessness clar-ity inspired ideas synchronicity and profound peace As these qualities also represent the spiritual substance of our selves the intuitive insights we receive resonate with the truth of our being When faced with a challenging choice it helps to look for the presence or absence of harmony clarity and peace before taking any action Jumping into action out of frustration is not intuitive-ly intelligent while waiting for answers that bring clarity and inner peace is a flawless guide To move through the layers of confusion and emotion when facing a dilemma it helps to identify both what we want and what is needed Confu-sion often characterizes the conflict between our personal agenda which may be hidden from us and the ac-tion that the situation genuinely calls for The following exercise can move our attention beyond focusing on the details of a problem to an awareness of what is really needed As the steps

unfold take notice of any enhanced feelings of peace assur-ance gratitude and love

1 Write down a specific concern Are you at a crossroads It could

be a work concern a relationship is-sue or anything else

2 Below it write ldquoWhat I really want ishellip rdquo and then finish the

sentence with your natural immediate response Repeat this several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time It can be embar-rassing when our wants are revealed to us Keep going

3 Now write the following ldquoWhat this situation really needs ishellip

rdquo Write the phrase several times finishing the sentence with another thought each time

4 Be sure not to add ldquofrom merdquo to the above sentence even in your

thoughts Let the ideas that come flow through you and onto the page enriched by clarity love intelligence and benevolence for you and everyone involved

Nancy Rosanoff is a spiritual coach teacher and facilitator who uses the principles of metapsychiatry in her work (TheMetaViewcom) Connect at NancyRosanoffcom

A Path toTrue InsightWrite from the Heart

by Nancy rosanoff

inspirationproduced purer tones The gong which originated in Asia emits a range of tones mostly low that facilitate contemplative and meditative states

According to Morrison the gong produces a tone against a background of other tones Each tone interacts with the next tone and they change each other creating a complex pattern of sounds that the mind cannot decipher It takes only 3 to 90 seconds for the gongrsquos sound waves to bring the subconscious mind into a balanced and meditative state

ldquoThe sound of the gong reverberates throughout the room and penetrates the bodyrdquo explains Morrison ldquoVibrational healing can be profound because our bodies are 618 percent water by weight giving sound the opportunity to create a ripple effect throughout the entire bodyrdquo

Morrison finds that the Gong immediately calms her mind and gives her a sense of peace ldquoMany participants in gong sound meditations

report that it is one of the most effective means of stilling the

mindrdquo remarks Morrison

Tuning ForksIn the quest to reach

and influence the inner recesses of the bodymind the use of the gong and

singing bowls are now joined by newer instrument such as

the SomaEnergetics tuning forks which Morrison uses personally

and on massage clients Tuned to the ancient Solfeggio sound frequencies used in ancient Gregorian chants the tuning forks can produce a deep state of relaxation and relieve stress by centering the mind

Morrisonrsquos passions largely have one focus sound and vibrational energy Her personal practices have resulted in more confidence and a newfound sense of freedom a desirable state of mind that anyone can benefit from

Contact Wendy Morrison Mother Naturersquos Sun at 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 46220 Call 317-253-5683 or email WendyMotherNatureSuncom Visit MotherNatureSuncom See ad page 15

20 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

by kimberly A Colgate esq

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25natural awakenings September 2011

the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

classifiedsPlace your classified for only $100

per word per month (10 word minimum) To place listing

email content to ClassifiedNACrossroadscom

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28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

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PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

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Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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Known as one o f the most consciously positive artists in music today Michael Franti has

been practicing yoga for 11 years The discipline resonates with him as a solution to the physical and mental stress he encounters touring on the road and he has practiced yoga daily ever since his first experience ldquoI still recall how stiff I was during my first class I couldnrsquot touch my toes and I

could barely sit with my legs crossedrdquo Franti reflects

Franti reports that he is in better physical shape today than he was 20 years ago ldquoThe great thing about yoga is that itrsquos not a competitionrdquo says the 45-year-old who grew up in a competitive household with four siblings before going on to play college basketball at the University of San Francisco ldquoIn yoga yoursquore not competing against anyone which has

As a long-distance runner professional singer and songwriter and worldwide community and environmental activist Michael Franti lives a life driven by yoga-inspired philosophies both on and off the mat

SOUND YOGA PRACTICES

by meredith montgomery

fitbody

CRYSTAL TRUNK SHOWZillions of healing stones and crystals All

shapes amp sizes Turn your piece into wearable art wdesigner Camille Richard

Friday Sep 23 11am-8pmSaturday Sep 24 10am-6pm

PATH OF THE SHAMAN WORKSHOP

with David EricksonFully experiential weekend workshop to

expand your consciousness - for the curious or the trained

October 14-16

Call Today for Details

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

10138 Brooks School RoadFishers IN 46037

317-841-0103

Achieve wellbeing from the inside out

For more information and class schedule please visitwwwFlourishYogabiz

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

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Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

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Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

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Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

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Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

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Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

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Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

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Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

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Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

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Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

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Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

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Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

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Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

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skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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CHIROPRACTORFAmilY CAre ChiroPrACtiCindpls 317-580-1800 (10)

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Zionsville holistiC ChiroPrACtiC amp Wellness CtrZionsville 317-733-9630 (20)

ENERGY WORkClAssiCAl sYstemsindpls 317-498-9822

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Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINEoPtimAl Wellness CenterZionsville 317-870-7220 (20)

GREEN CLEANINGorgAniCAllY CleAnindpls 317-469-3201 (5)

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INTEGRATIVE THERAPYWhiteWilloWindpls 617-990-6979 (25)

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Wildrose Wellness Arts llCbloomington 812-272-1850 (5)

MEDIATIONProvidenCe mediAtionFishers 317-572-8366 (-$15hr)

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been a valuable if difficult lesson for memdashto stop thinking lsquoI wish I could do a headstand as well as the person next to mersquo but to instead really embrace where I am at that momentrdquo

After suffering from a series of physical hurdles including joint problems operations on his abdomen and a ruptured appendix Franti continues to be grateful that yoga has prolonged his livelihood as an athlete

He recalls ldquoThere was a time when my body felt like it was breaking down and I thought I was never going to be able to play catch with my son again But through yoga Irsquove learned that itrsquos possible to heal my bodyrdquo He attributes his ability to play basketball and run long distances to the flexibility and strength derived from his yoga practice

Currently performing with guitar legend Carlos Santana on the Sound of Collective Consciousness tour Franti weaves the yogic philosophy of ahimsa or the sacredness of life and nonviolence in thought or action into his music

He explains ldquoFor songwriters one of the most difficult things to do is to instill all of your ideas into just one phrase word or melody When Irsquom in a yoga class ideas come because my mind is clear or because Irsquoll hear my teacher say something that starts me thinking in a different way Often when I practice without any sound at all Irsquoll hear melodies in my head that Irsquoll sing to myself as Irsquom practicing All of these insights find their way into my songs

ldquoI like to rock outrdquo notes Franti of his preference for nontraditional yoga

music during his personal practice ldquoSometimes I make playlists that are all loud dance music or all reggae Irsquoll do a whole class to The Beatles sometimes Today I listened to singer-songwriter William Fitzsimmonsrdquo

A supporter of several charities and an environmental activist Franti also values seva a yogic philosophy that emphasizes selfless service ldquoAs an individual in this world I believe that we all have a responsibility to give back to our communities and to the planetrdquo he says Ten years ago he decided to go barefoot after playing music for children abroad that could not afford shoes Since then hersquos remained barefoot except in airplanes or restaurants The artist also collects shoes for Soles4Souls (Soles4Soulsorg) at all of his shows

As a touring musician Franti enjoys traveling to places such as Haiti Israel Palestine Brazil and Indonesia so that he can share his music on the streets but also so that he can experience unfamiliar settings ldquoI learn so much when I go outside of my comfort zone Similarly yoga forces us to step outside of our comfort zone and look at our self from a different perspectiverdquo

Although he enjoys practicing advanced arm balances and inversions the final pose in every class savasana is Frantirsquos favorite ldquoIt doesnrsquot matter if Irsquom at a workshop for three hours and we do 15 minutes of the relaxation pose or if I just did one side of a sun salutation and I lay on my back for three minutes Savasana always changes my whole outlook on life on my day and the present moment To lay

quietly on my back on the floor close my eyes breathe deeply and let everything go for a few minutes enables me to then move forward into whatever comes next in my dayrdquoMeredith Montgomery publishes the MobileBaldwin AL edition of Natural Awakenings (HealthyLivingHealthy Planetcom) She also serves as director of donor relations for National Yoga Month (YogaMonthorg)

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

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that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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Gluten Trust Your GutScientists Confirm Widespread Sensitivity

by Claire orsquoNeil

As it turns out more people have gluten sensitivity than scientists physicians and researchers previously

thought A study at the University of Maryland School

of Medicinersquos Center for Celiac Research estimates that 6 percent of the US population or more than 18 million individuals have some sensitivity to gluten a protein found in wheat (including kamut and spelt) barley rye malts and triticale Research published online by BMC Medicine and CeliacCenterorg this year provides the first scientific evidence of what many people allergic to gluten already know While gluten sensitivity presents less serious negative health effects than celiac disease its host of symptoms can become problematic An earlier study in Alimentary Pharmacology amp Therapeutics concluded that for dealing with both wheat allergies and celiac disease the dietary avoidance of gluten-containing grains is the only effective treatment

Case in PointCarol Mahaffey a tax attorney in Columbus Ohio was experiencing intermittent joint pain and what she calls ldquoliving in a fogrdquo in the summer of 2009 Because she had read that joint pain can sometimes be caused by gluten sensitivity she decided to eliminate gluten from her diet Although her new regimen didnrsquot relieve the joint painmdashshe was later professionally diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritismdashshe found

healingways

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that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

by kimberly A Colgate esq

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

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CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

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OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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ENERGY WORkClAssiCAl sYstemsindpls 317-498-9822

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Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

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23natural awakenings September 2011

that after four to five weeks she looked and felt better overall ldquoI was losing weight my digestive system was better and I found it easier to mentally focus Somebody at work also happened to mention that I didnrsquot sniffle anymorerdquo she relates Although Mahaffeyrsquos blood tests were negative for celiac disease she had all the signs that she is gluten-sensitive ldquoImagine degrees of gluten ingestion along a spectrumrdquo says Dr Alessio Fasano a professor of pediatrics medicine and physiology and director of the Center for Celiac Research ldquoAt one end you have people with celiac disease who cannot tolerate one crumb of gluten in their diet At the other you have the lucky people who can eat pizza beer pasta and cookiesmdashwith no ill effects whatsoever In the middle there is this murky area of those with gluten reactions including gluten sensitivityrdquo says Fasano who led the new study ldquoThis is where we are looking for answers on how to best diagnose and treat this recently identified group of gluten-sensitive individualsrdquo Until more definitive answers come to light those who suspect they might have an issue with gluten can try going gluten-free for a period of time like Mahaffey ldquoI had to become a label readerrdquo she advises ldquobecause even things like bottled soy sauce can contain glutenrdquo She buys baked goods at a local gluten-free bakery still enjoys wine with gluten-free snacks uses gluten-free dough to make her own pizza at home and has become a fan of risotto For people that travel on a similar path the feel-good benefits of a gluten-free diet can more than make up for some of the inconveniences ldquoYou just make it workrdquo says Mahaffey On a recent get-together with longtime college friends at a chalet in Gatlinburg Tennessee Mahaffey brought her own snacks and breakfast foods asked questions about the menu when they went out to dinner and ended up having a great gluten-free time

Claire OrsquoNeil is a freelance writer in Kansas City MO

When therersquos a new gluten-free product available to the public it doesnrsquot

hit the shelves at Naturersquos Market Health Food Store until it has passed a personal taste test by Velma Peterson who founded the store with her husband Jeff 19 years ago

About two dozen gluten-free brands have made the cut at the shop in the Willow Lake Shopping Center on Indianapolisrsquo northwest side

While Peterson is not restricted to a gluten-free diet she and her staff work to find the tastiest products for customers who are

In the process the results of those eating adventures sometimes shock Peterson--in a glorious way Occasionally she discovers gluten-freewheat-free products that she clearly prefers to the traditional versions For instance shersquos found that Wow Foodsrsquo cookies and brownies are ldquothe bestrdquo and notes that they are pre-baked and sold frozen to customers ldquoWe have switched to themrdquo

In addition Peterson observes that bread products from Kinnikinnick and Udirsquos are both flavorful and the most popular with her customers As for bread and icing mixes she reports that Pamelarsquos Products are the favorites ldquoWersquore always looking for new gluten-free products and always checking them outrdquo Peterson says ldquoIf we donrsquot like them they donrsquot go on our shelvesrdquo

And if a customer wants to buy something that Peterson doesnrsquot personally like She says the store will happily place special orders for those items

Location 2424 Lake Circle Drive Indianapolis IN 46268 Hours 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday Sunday noon to 5 pm For more info call the store at 317-876-3131 or visit the website Natures-Marketcom

Naturersquos MarketIn Search of the Best-Tasting Gluten-Free Foodsby Zelda harper

ldquoIt is estimated that 30-40 of US citizens have a gluten sensitivity yet most donrsquot realize it can cause over 200 symptoms and that most do not involve the digestive tractrdquo

~ Pamela Reilly Naturopathic Nutritionist CNHP CNC CPH

24 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

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OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

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Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

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Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

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Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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But where does the pet live in the meantime Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing food exercise and health care Another problem is that even when money or property is given to

Most owners donrsquot think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets

because a friend neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies Unfortunately sometimes these folks may have good intentions but when reality strikes the hoped-for unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized Such sad occurrences the result of unforeseen financial distress broken promises or misunderstandings can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet So which is better

Limits of a WillWhile a will cannot leave property directly to an animal it can name a person that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose However problems can arise because many people donrsquot understand how a will works With a will the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor until that happens no one can access the property of the deceased Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries

PET TRUSTSPeace of mind for Your Petrsquos Future

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the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

calendarofeventsListings by Date NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Log on to NACrossroadscom for current information

Mark Your Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

CURRENTLY PUBLISHING NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINES ndash For sale in Birmingham AL North Central FL Lexington KY Cincinnati OH Tulsa OK Northeast PA Columbia SC Southwest VA Call for details 239-530-1377

OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS WANTED to help get new organic food products on the market Call Sheri 317-469-7588 or Joshua 317-652-8102

REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

classifiedsPlace your classified for only $100

per word per month (10 word minimum) To place listing

email content to ClassifiedNACrossroadscom

ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

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PILATES

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25natural awakenings September 2011

the named person to care for a pet it is difficult to ensure that they will actually spend the money on the pet according to the willrsquos instructions This is why creating a trust for the long-term care of a pet is the better solution

Benefits of a TrustMore than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet This arrangement offers many advantages a pet trust document usuallyn Names a physical caretaker for

the petn Names a trustee that will hold the

money for caring for the petn Instructs the trustee to distribute

the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust

n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended

The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet how much money will be needed and how it

should be spent and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee A plan for a pet can be general or detailed Itrsquos not a good idea to make the pet caretaker the trustee because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous ownerrsquos instructions Otherwise the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet according to the instructions contained in the trust document With written plan in hand the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document If the basic plan is already in writing the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust Or a pet owner may choose to

purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust

For more information visit CreateA PetTrustcom and see The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide by Kimberly A Colgate It explains in detail how to create a pet trust and includes a fill- in-the-blank pet trust document Colgate is a practicing trust attorney in Sarasota FL Contact her at 941- 927-2996 or KColgateFLLawyercom

Go to NACrossroadsLivingYearsPetscom for a FREE no obligation trial

26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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Mark Your Calendar

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Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

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OPPORTUNITIES

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REAL ESTATE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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ongoingeventsListings by Day NOTE Dates and times shown are subject to change Please confirm event prior to attendance Go to NACrossroadscom to submit calendar listings Submission deadline for Calendar the 15th of the month

28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

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ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

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ANTI AGING

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Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

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ANTIOxIDANT

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

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Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

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Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

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Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

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FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

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Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

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Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

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FOOTWEAR

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

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Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

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HEALTHY DINING

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Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

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Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

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jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

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LABORATORY

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LIFE COACH

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Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

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meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

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NUTRITIONIST

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OSTEOPATH

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PET SITTING

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RECYCLED GIFTS

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SkINCARE

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UNIFICATION

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Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

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A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

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Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

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26 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4GOING LOCAL Week is a one week challenge to Indiana citizens to eat at least one Indiana locally grown or produced food at each meal during the seven day event which is scheduled for September 4-10 2011 GoingLocal-Infocom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6Laughter Yoga ndash 715pm Laughter yoga com-bines laughter with yogic breathing (pranayama) Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Family Chiro-practic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 9Open House ndash 5-9pm Have the opportunity to visit our studio try a mini-class and ask questions regarding your practice EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom Spirit Healing Drum Circle ndash 630-8pm Con-nect to the rhythm and power of community and experience the healing power of the drum Drum dance or just soak it in $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10Fast Food Favorites Cooking Class ndash 10am-12pm Makeover your fast food favorites to be healthy and more delicious than the original $35 Rein-venting Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr India-napolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscomEnergy Treatments for Health - Sense energy imbalances perform simple energy treatments and infuse water with Qi to use as a health bal-ancing agent $10class or $506 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Indy Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 IndyQicom

Structure amp Mechanics of Backbending ndash 130-330pm Learn the basics of healthy backbend-ing All levels of backbenders welcome $20 EvolutionsYoga 2801 Fairview Place Suite I Greenwood 317-881-9642 EvolutionsYogacom

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11Womenrsquos Retreat Introduction to the Healer Within ndash 9am-4pm Learn self-healing methods herbology Tibetan sound healing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Yoga Nidra deep relaxation $95 includes lunch InnerPeaceYoga-Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 IPYCorg

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15Tapping for Weight Loss and Eating Issues ndash 6-715pm 4 wks Use EFT to tap on acupuncture points for losing weight and reducing food crav-ings $15 per wk Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indpls 317-257-9642 TapTFJLcom

Sweet amp Savory September ndash 530-730pm Fall is coming fast Come enjoy summerrsquos last blast of summer treats before it gets chilly outside $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 130-330pm An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

Braco DVD Showing ndash 515pm Satisfy your curiosity and learn what you may expect from the gazing sessions Snacks provided Free Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-862-6332

Sounding Light Journey ndash 630-8pm Join us after the Braco viewing and share some exquisite time with Janiece amp Iva They will co-create deep re-laxation with crystal bowls toning and channeled guided meditation catered intuitively to the col-lective energy of the group Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable on the floor Some mats and blankets are available $20 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683MotherNatureSuncom

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17Healing Hands Workshop ndash 1030am Our Reiki Master Ginny Montieth will share her love of energy balancing and emotional release work with you in this one-of-a-kind workshop Explore the ldquopower of intentrdquo as well as gain an understand-ing of the chakras $25Sept 10th $35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zi-onsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Qigong ndash 10-11am Aug 6 20 27 $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson StreetBroad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet

Yoga 101 Workshop ndash 230-4pm Ssafe peace-ful environment to learn more about yoga or deepen your current yoga practice Walk through the foundational postures step by step and of-fer modifications for each pose $25 by Sept 10$35 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 North-western Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

Indy Veg Fest ndash 1130am ndash 2pm Sample veg-etarian and vegan friendly fare from multiple local vendors $12advance $15door Indpls Vegetarian Society Harrison Center Tickets available at BrownPaperTicketscom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20Muscial Celebration ndash 7pm The Yuval Ron En-semble Performs ldquoSeeker of Truthrdquo and ldquoThe Leg-end of the Baal Shemrdquo The Yuval Ron Ensemble includes Arabic Jewish and Christian artists who come together to unite the sacred musical tradi-tions of Judaism and Sufism (Islamic mystical tradition) into an unusual musical celebration $12 Public $8Jcc Members $6Children under 13 Arthur M Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road In-dpls Lisa Freeman 317-251-9467 JCCindyorg

Meatless Mangia Vegetarian Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Meatless Mondays and vegetarian lifestyles are becoming ever more popular Wersquoll prepare delicious dishes that will even surprise meat-lovers and meat-freers $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-110 ReinventingWellnesscom

Kundalini Reiki ndash 6-9pm Join Judith Wade to learn about Kundalini energy and be attuned in Kundalini Reiki Attune objects as Kundalini Reiki channels and much more This is a cer-tification workshop $98 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

Meditation ndash 715pm Find peace and tranquility in your life and learn how to be present in the moment Stillpoint Chiropractic Stillpoint Fam-ily Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23Crystal Trunk Show ndash 11am-8pm Zillions of healing stones and crystals All shapes and sizes Turn your piece into jewelry The Playful Soul 6516 N Ferguson 317-253-0499

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24Fall Carnival Kids Yoga ndash 1030am-12pm Fun theme-based yoga class featuring carnival games prizes and fun yoga poses and breathing techniques and a special craft The workshop will also include homemade healthy ice cream and treat bags $25 per student Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscom

The ALS Association Indiana Chapter Walk to Defeat ALS ndash 10am Join us in the fight against Lou Gehrigrsquos disease at White River State Park for a fun family-friendly Walk with music snacks activities and more Aubrey Rhodes ARhodesALSIndianaorg

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

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OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

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A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

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Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

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Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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CHIROPRACTORFAmilY CAre ChiroPrACtiCindpls 317-580-1800 (10)

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walkezstorecom (-$25)

Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINEoPtimAl Wellness CenterZionsville 317-870-7220 (20)

GREEN CLEANINGorgAniCAllY CleAnindpls 317-469-3201 (5)

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INTEGRATIVE THERAPYWhiteWilloWindpls 617-990-6979 (25)

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indpls 317-253-5683 (-$15)

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27natural awakenings September 2011

Alpaca Open House ndash Introducing the joy of rais-ing alpacas and feeling of luxury when wearing Alpaca clothing Alpacas are part of the sustain-able livestock in our state are easy on the land are sheared yearly for fleece and allow folks who have not been farmers to embrace the farming life-style with ease Deb and Mel Obermeyer Mel-O Alpacas 23164 Vote Road Batesville IN 47006 812-934-3344 MeloAlpacascom

Rocky Ripple Festival ndash 11am-6pm Visit the Planet Soul booth and enjoy a day of art music and family fun Free 840 West 53rd Street Indpls RockyRippleorg

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25Celebrating 40 Years - The Sugarbob Landman 3rd Anniversary celebration Join us Good Earth 6350 Guilford Ave Indpls 317-253-3709 Good-Earthcom

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27Strategies for Healthy Living Series ndash 530pm In this informative and interactive 30 minute discussion you will discover two things how to find the health that yoursquove lost and how to keep it once yoursquove found it Zionsville Holistic Chi-ropractic amp Wellness Center 1620 W Oak St Ste 100 Zionsville Free Bring a friend Registration required 317-733-9630 ZHCWYmailcom

Chakra Dhyana ndash 630-8pm This class will con-sist of chanting the Chakra Dhyana and the One-ness Blessing to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness The class will end with a Gong Meditation $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indpls 317-253-5683 MotherNatureSuncom

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28Indian Indulgence Cooking Class ndash 530-730pm Savor the unforgettable flavors of healthy Indian recipes loaded with fresh produce and glorious gluten free grains $35 Reinventing Wellness 8725 Gordonshire Dr Indianapolis 317-408-0110 ReinventingWellnesscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12011 Indy Hair Ball to benefit SNSI ndash 230-6pm The seventh annual Hair Ball to benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI) The family-friendly event features both silent and live auctions live music a baked-goods sale childrenrsquos activities and free food wine beer and soft drinks $20 advance sale $25 day of event SNSI 317-767-7771 Irsay Pavilion 116th St and Ditch Road Carmel IndyHairBallorg Deva Premal and Miten Concert ndash joined by Nepalese bamboo flutist Manose on their tour of 24 US cities The couple have been chanting and making music together since they met at an ashram in India 20 years ago Together theyrsquove recorded more than 20 albums including the jazz-influenced Password which debuts this Fall Visit DevaPremalMitencom for more details Cahn Auditorim NW University Chicago

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4Braco Returns to Indy ndash 11am-7pm 105 11am-7pm Sessions each hour For over eight years across Europe people have arrived by the thou-sands to gazing events featuring this gentle man with a remarkable gift Satisfy your curiosity $8session The Fountains Banquet amp Conference Center 502 E Carmel Drive Carmel Braconet

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8Oktoberfest - This will be an all day event offering live music hayrides pumpkin carving and more Serving Organic German Dishes along with specialty Beers and Wine Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPFOrganicscom

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29Intent Heals Journal Workshop ndash 930-1130am An experiential healing workshop that offers a tangible way to engage in prayer gratitude and forgiveness Participants each receive a journal in a silk bag to continue the journaling process after the workshop $30 Elaine Voci Life Skills Coaching LLC 11805 North Pennsylvania St Carmel 317-730-5481 ElaineVocicom

dailyBecome a Junior Aeronaut ndash Daily through Oct 31 Learn how to fly a balloon with a certified pilot Read the instruments determine weather conditions and control the balloon in flight Open to anyone age 3 and older $10 Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers 317-776-6000 ConnerPrairieorg

Food Drive ndashJoin in our efforts to raise 2500 servings of food to be donated to The Good Sa-maritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Drop donations off at our office during business hours until 914 Stillpoint Family Chiropractic 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers 317-863-0365 DrPennellacom

Pilates Reformer Classes ndash MonndashSat No Sun classes Visit website for times Engage the mind with the body to create exercises that involve whole body movement $20-$35 Inner You Pilates 14950 Greyhound Ct Indianapolis 317-571-8367 InnerYouPilatescom

Watermanrsquos Farm Market ndash 8am-7pm Year round Large variety of produce and food-related products 7010 E Raymond St Indianapolis WatermansFarmMarketcom

Locally Grown Gardens ndash Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm Chef owned and oper-ated year round farm market offering a variety of produce pies breads and more Lunch and dinner served daily 1050 E 54th St Indianapolis 317-255-8555 LocallyGrownGardenscom

sundayKundalini Yoga ndash 11am-1215pm All levels A unique blend of posture breathwork meditation and chanting Currently working through the chakras Modifications available for any fitness level $5 Cityoga 2442 N Central Ave India-napolis 317-430-3875 HariDattiKaurhotmail

Prayers For World Peace with Mandy Vickery ndash 11-1215 All welcome Increase and main-tain a happy positive mind FreeDonation Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 Meditation-Indianapolisorg

Sahaja Meditation ndash 12-1pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own inner energy Free Old National Bank 6135 N College Ave Indianapolis 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

FOOD DRIVE

2500 SERVINGS OF FOOD NEEDED to do-nate to The Good Samaritan Network to feed hungry Hoosiers Donate items you would eat to Stillpoint Chiropractic Dr Pennella 9780 Lantern Road Suite 230 Fishers For a list of needed items call 317-863-0365 or visit DrPennellacom and search lsquoEventsrsquo

FOR SALE

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OPPORTUNITIES

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OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE - 260 S 1st Street Suite 2 downtown Zionsville Room is 11rsquox10rsquo perfect for therapistsbodyworkers $350month Call Margarete at 317-347-1001 or Margarete1Sbcglobalnet

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Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

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CHIROPRACTORFAmilY CAre ChiroPrACtiCindpls 317-580-1800 (10)

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Zionsville holistiC ChiroPrACtiC amp Wellness CtrZionsville 317-733-9630 (20)

ENERGY WORkClAssiCAl sYstemsindpls 317-498-9822

FOOTWEARWAlk eZ storeCom

walkezstorecom (-$25)

Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINEoPtimAl Wellness CenterZionsville 317-870-7220 (20)

GREEN CLEANINGorgAniCAllY CleAnindpls 317-469-3201 (5)

HOLISTIC MEDICINEgeist Age mgmt exPerts PCFishers 317-752-8958 (33)

INTEGRATIVE THERAPYWhiteWilloWindpls 617-990-6979 (25)

LIFE COACHelAine voCi liFe skills CoAChing llCCarmel 317-730-5481 (20)

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LABORATORYAnY lAb test noWCarmel 317-574-9500 (15)

MASSAGEbe bliss

indpls 317-501-7606 (-$10)

mother nAturersquos sun

indpls 317-253-5683 (-$15)

therAPeutiC mAssAgeCarmel 317-641-4835 (25)

Wildrose Wellness Arts llCbloomington 812-272-1850 (5)

MEDIATIONProvidenCe mediAtionFishers 317-572-8366 (-$15hr)

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PET STOREPet suPPlies Plusindpls PsPindycom (Free dog wash)

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Carmel 317-571-8367 (15)

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RECYCLED GIFTSnAturersquos kArmACarmel 317-843-9999 (15)

SkINCAREFrAngiPAni bodY ProduCts

indpls FrangipanibodyProductscom (15)

skin WellnessCarmel 317-777-0495 (Free waxing)

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indpls 317-840-0490 (20)

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28 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

Warming Up to Hot Vinyasa ndash 2-315pm Class for those new to yoga or anxious about the idea of practicing yoga in a hot room $17 Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBizMeditation Class ndash 6-7pm A calming center-ing meditation that will help one move into the week with peace rejuevenation amp clarity Donation Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing 10138 Brooks School Rd Fishers 317-841-0103 AmyFlourishYogabiz FlourishYogaBiz

mondayEmotional Freedom Techniques ndash Use EFT in a supportive group setting to lose weight help with ADD change your eating habits and free yourself of limiting beliefs Itrsquos as simple as tapping on acupuncture points $15 Inner Peace Yoga Center 5038 E 56th St Indianapolis 317-257-9642 IPYCorg Therapeutic Yoga ndash 5pm Begins Septem-ber 12 Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocomSimply Meditate ndash 7-8pm Meditation Classes for Beginners Learn meditation to relax the body and mind achieve inner peace and mental clarity and develop a kind and patient attitude toward everybody $10$5 Students Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-IndianapolisorgUnited Rhythms Drum Circle ndash 7-8pm 18+ Focuses on sharing rhythm releasing stress and reconnecting with self All drums and percussion provided $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

tuesdayTai Chi Easy Class ndash 10-11am Improve use of bodyrsquos natural strength improve physical balance and flexibility and enhance overall well-being and peace of mind $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Mindfulness Meditation for Health - Qigong ndash 12-1pm Reduce stress improve balance improve heart and immune health increase flexibility improve mood improve mental clarity and fo-cus and energize $10 per class or 6 classes for $50 Mother Nature Sun 6516 Ferguson Street Broad Ripple Kathy Johnson 317-490-9822 or IndyQicomcastnet Adventure Yoga For Kids ndash 5-545pm Ages 3-8 With the use of imagery and childrenrsquos stories we explore a wide variety of yoga poses and breathing techniques $12 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellnesscomYoga for Healing the Heart ndash 545-7pm Yoga for those recovering from stress grief life crisis PeaceThroughYogacom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

wednesdaySlow Flow Yoga ndash 8am Donation Pilates Wellness Studio 1233 Parkway Dr Zionsville 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudiocom

Half Price Glasses of Wine ndash 5-9pm Choose from a selection of organic amp sustainable wines for half the price The Loft Restaurant Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Gentle Yoga ndash 530-630pm A relaxing slow paced class where we practice basic yoga poses 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Cen-ter 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Sahaja Meditation ndash 7-8pm A simple and spontaneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing onersquos own in-ner energy Free Old National Bank 4950 E County Line Rd Greenwood 317-300-4560 IndianaMeditationorg

thursday

Abundant Life Farmersrsquo Market ndash 4-7pm Lo-cated on the premises of Abundant Life Church on the North East side of 82nd Street 7606 E 82nd Street at the Corner of 82 St amp Hague Rd Indianapolis

Half Price Bottles of Wine ndash 5-9pm Organic and sustainable bottles of wine over $50 are half price on Wednesdays The Loft Restaurant Trad-ers Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

All-Level Vinyasa Flow ndash 6-7pm Flow through poses and put the mind in touch with the body Modifications offered 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Meditation and Breathing ndash 6-7pm Group meditation brings a higher awareness and greater benefits to participants Learn new and different ways to relax unwind and recharge your body mind and soul $15 317-870-7220 Optimal Wellness Center 4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville WeCreateWellnesscom

Free Community Drum Circle ndash 645-8pm All agesexperience welcome Free Hand Drum instruction class prior to the drum circle at 615-645pm $5 Bongo Boy Recreational Music and Wellness Center 8481 Bash Street Ste 1100 Indianapolis 317-771-0241 LisaBongoBoy Musiccom BongoBoyMusiccom

Kundalini Yoga ndash 6-715pm This class will con-sist of Kundalini Yoga to raise your vibration and tap into your higher consciousness $15 Mother Naturersquos Sun 6516 Ferguson St Indianapolis 317-253-5683 WendyWellnesssbcglobalnet MotherNatureSuncom

Meditations For Everyday Life ndash 7-830pm Current Series How to Solve Human Problems $10 Dromtonpa Kadampa Buddhist Center 6018 N Keystone Ave Indianapolis 317-374-5281 or Meditation-Indianapolisorg

fridayThe Green Market ndash 4-8pm Shop our vendors to find the best selection in local organic products The Green Market 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville TPFOrganicscom

Dinner on the Deck ndash 5-9pm Enjoy our Chefrsquos 100 organic menu set to Live Music Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

saturdayGuided Farm Tours ndash Get up close and personal with our Cows and Nature Traders Point Cream-ery 9101 Moore Rd Zionsville 317-733-1700 TPForganicscom

Binford Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Haw-thorn Plaza Binford Blvd and 62nd St Indianapo-lis 317-841-0755 BinfordFarmersMarketcom

Broad Ripple Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Broad Ripple High School 1115 Broad Rip-ple Ave in lot behind school Indianapolis BroadRippleFarmersMarketcom

Carmel Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8-1130am Car-mel Civic Square in south parking lot Carmel CarmelFarmersMarketcom

Fishers Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Fish-ers Train Station 11601 Municipal Dr Fishers 317-578-0700 FishersChambercomchamberFarmers_Marketaspx

Greenwood Farmersrsquo Market ndash 8am-12pm Greenwood Public Library 310 S Meridian St Greenwood 317-883-9144 OldtownGreenwoodcom

Farmersrsquo Market at the City Market ndash 930am-1pm Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts Indianapolis 317-634-9266 IndycmcomFarmers-Market

Yoga for Kids Saturdays ndash 10-1115 am at Peace through Yoga in the heart of Eagle Creek Park Six classes$30 PeaceThroughYogacom

Book Study ndash 9am-12noon Second Satmonth Now Creations founder Vince Lisi leads a book study and currently studying the New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Fishers United Meth-odist Church 9196 E 116th St Fishers Visit NowCreationsorg for details

Introduction to Yoga ndash 1230-2pm Second Saturday of every month Free All People Yoga Center 1724 E 86 St Indy 317-818-1800 AllPeopleYogacom

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

Act on green

living tips

Look for green

businesses in

Natural

Awakeningsrsquo

October

edition

COMING INOCTOBER

Act on green

living tips

Look for green

businesses in

Natural

Awakeningsrsquo

October

edition

COMING INOCTOBER

For more information about advertising and how you can participate call

317-862-6332

32 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

ACUPUNCTUREAngeliCA kokkAlisZionsville 765-497-0817 (20)

CAFEacutePerk uP CAFeacuteindpls 317-251-0033 (10)

CHIROPRACTORFAmilY CAre ChiroPrACtiCindpls 317-580-1800 (10)

stillPoint FAmilY ChiroPrACtiCFishers 317-863-0365 (50)

Zionsville holistiC ChiroPrACtiC amp Wellness CtrZionsville 317-733-9630 (20)

ENERGY WORkClAssiCAl sYstemsindpls 317-498-9822

FOOTWEARWAlk eZ storeCom

walkezstorecom (-$25)

Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINEoPtimAl Wellness CenterZionsville 317-870-7220 (20)

GREEN CLEANINGorgAniCAllY CleAnindpls 317-469-3201 (5)

HOLISTIC MEDICINEgeist Age mgmt exPerts PCFishers 317-752-8958 (33)

INTEGRATIVE THERAPYWhiteWilloWindpls 617-990-6979 (25)

LIFE COACHelAine voCi liFe skills CoAChing llCCarmel 317-730-5481 (20)

metAboliC bAlAnCe oF indiAnA llC317-564-2333 (10)

LABORATORYAnY lAb test noWCarmel 317-574-9500 (15)

MASSAGEbe bliss

indpls 317-501-7606 (-$10)

mother nAturersquos sun

indpls 317-253-5683 (-$15)

therAPeutiC mAssAgeCarmel 317-641-4835 (25)

Wildrose Wellness Arts llCbloomington 812-272-1850 (5)

MEDIATIONProvidenCe mediAtionFishers 317-572-8366 (-$15hr)

NUTRITIONreinventing Wellnessindpls 317-408-0110 (20 or -$5)

OPTOMETRISTeYes For Wellnessindpls 317-818-0541 (15)

PET STOREPet suPPlies Plusindpls PsPindycom (Free dog wash)

PILATESinner You PilAtes

Carmel 317-571-8367 (15)

mind bodY hArmonYindpls 317-442-6123 (bogo)

RECYCLED GIFTSnAturersquos kArmACarmel 317-843-9999 (15)

SkINCAREFrAngiPAni bodY ProduCts

indpls FrangipanibodyProductscom (15)

skin WellnessCarmel 317-777-0495 (Free waxing)

THERAPISTComPlete liFe mAnAgement llCCarmel 317-650-1086 (20)

niCole burgess

indpls 317-840-0490 (20)

reneWAl llC Carmel 317-730-5155 (20)

YOGAinner PeACe YogA Centerindpls 317-257-9642 (33)

Finallya DISCOUNT network that supports

Healthy Living amp Healthy PlanetWelcome to our new providers

NAN members can receive special discounts from our network providers

Memberships available soon

Friend us on Facebook

NAN We are NOW building our Central Indiana

Provider Network To become a NAN Provider

contact Nancy Caniff 317-862-6332 or

email PublisherNACrossroadscom

See NaturalAwakeningsNetworkcom for details on network providersand offered discounts Some exclusions apply to specific offers

Page 29: Natural Awakenings Indianapolis September 2011

29natural awakenings September 2011

ANIMAL RIGHTSWELFARE

humANe soCietY oF iNdiANAPolis7929 Michigan Rd Indianapolis317-872-5650IndyHumaneorgHSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs includ-ing adoption foster home placement behavior training appropriate medical care and affordable spayneuter services See ad on page 7

ANTI AGING

geist Age mANAgemeNt eXPerts PC317-752-8958DrWagnergeistagemanagementcomGeistAgeManagementcom

Individualized nutritional vi-tamin supplement exercise and hormone replacement therapy treatment plan for men and women called the GAME PLAN Regain vig-

or and a zest for life See ad on page 20

ANTIOxIDANT

XoCcedilAi heAlthY ChoColAte Joyce Kleinman317-363-2262TheHealthyChocolateTeamcom

A delicious diabetic-friendly unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece

than 12 pound of raw spinach No preser-vatives or caffeine See ad on page 10

CAMP - OVERNIGHT

JAmesoN CAmP2001 Bridgeport Rd Indianapolis317-241-2661JamesonCamporg

Jameson Camp is a resource for the entire Indianapolis community We offer any-where from summer camp programming to retreat or meeting spaces to suit your needs See ad on page 12

CHIROPRACTOR

dANville ChiroPrACtiC6 Manor Drive Danville317-745-5100DanvilleChiroCentercom

Voted ldquoBest of Hendricks Countyrdquo 2009 and 2010 Chiropractic care combined with massage therapy and rehabilitation exercises re-lieve pain allergies head-

aches and more See ad on page 20

stillPoiNt FAmilY ChiroPrACtiC iNC9780 Lantern Rd Ste 230 Fishers317-863-0365DrPennellacom

Chiropractic focused well-ness care concerned with the entire patient not just symptoms Office care centered around optimiz-ing the nervous system and thereby optimizing life

See ad on page 22

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

CleANsiNg wAters5501 E 71st St Ste A Indianapolis317-259-0796CleansingWatersnet

We promote a ldquocleansingrdquo life-style that focuses on balancing the

inner ecosystem at our colon hydrothera-py center This lifestyle incorporates regular internal cleansing detoxification and nourishment programs See ad on page 17

ESSENTIAL OILS

YouNg liviNg esseNtiAl oilsApril Jordan Independent Distributor317-937-2398AprilJordanVibrantScentscom

Therapeutic-grade es-sential oils organically-pure over 130 Essential Oils for health kids pets Plus essential oil-enhanced nutritional supplements and prod-ucts for kids personal care dental home In-

come opportunities also available

FARMERSrsquo MARkETSNATURALORGANIC

the greeN mArket9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycom

Indianarsquos only year-round market bring-ing you sustain-ably produced

local goods Summer hours Fridays from 4-8pm See ad on page 10

FARMS - ORGANIC

liFe CertiFied orgANiC FArm NAturersquos CrossroAdsLifefarmcsacomNaturesCrossroadscom

Enjoy a variety of certi-fied organic produce through the Community Supported Agriculture program and buy local-ly grown certified or-

ganic seeds and seedlings

trAders PoiNt CreAmerY the loFt restAurANt amp dAirY bAr9101 Moore Rd Zionsville317-733-1700TradersPointCreamerycomThis artisan dairy farm is a serene break from the city hustle Serving Brunch Lunch amp Dinner for the ultimate organic farm to table experience See ad on page 8

FOOTWEAR

wAlkeZstoreComWalkezStorecomKathywalkezstorecom888-392-5539

Ultra thin 34 length ezWalkertrade custom orthotics that fit in any shoe See our

ad online at NACrossroadscom

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

oPtimAl wellNess CeNter4545 Northwestern Dr Ste A Zionsville317-870-7220WeCreateWellnesscom

Dr Montieth offers natural safe and effec-tive treatments for the entire family Natural hormone balancing fi-bromyalgia fatigue de-pression anxiety sei-zures attention focus

and more See ad on page 15

naturaldirectoryNatural Networking at its best Connecting you to the leaders of natural healthy living in our community To find out how you can be included in this directory each month call 317-862-6332 or visit NACrossroadscom

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

Act on green

living tips

Look for green

businesses in

Natural

Awakeningsrsquo

October

edition

COMING INOCTOBER

Act on green

living tips

Look for green

businesses in

Natural

Awakeningsrsquo

October

edition

COMING INOCTOBER

For more information about advertising and how you can participate call

317-862-6332

32 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

ACUPUNCTUREAngeliCA kokkAlisZionsville 765-497-0817 (20)

CAFEacutePerk uP CAFeacuteindpls 317-251-0033 (10)

CHIROPRACTORFAmilY CAre ChiroPrACtiCindpls 317-580-1800 (10)

stillPoint FAmilY ChiroPrACtiCFishers 317-863-0365 (50)

Zionsville holistiC ChiroPrACtiC amp Wellness CtrZionsville 317-733-9630 (20)

ENERGY WORkClAssiCAl sYstemsindpls 317-498-9822

FOOTWEARWAlk eZ storeCom

walkezstorecom (-$25)

Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINEoPtimAl Wellness CenterZionsville 317-870-7220 (20)

GREEN CLEANINGorgAniCAllY CleAnindpls 317-469-3201 (5)

HOLISTIC MEDICINEgeist Age mgmt exPerts PCFishers 317-752-8958 (33)

INTEGRATIVE THERAPYWhiteWilloWindpls 617-990-6979 (25)

LIFE COACHelAine voCi liFe skills CoAChing llCCarmel 317-730-5481 (20)

metAboliC bAlAnCe oF indiAnA llC317-564-2333 (10)

LABORATORYAnY lAb test noWCarmel 317-574-9500 (15)

MASSAGEbe bliss

indpls 317-501-7606 (-$10)

mother nAturersquos sun

indpls 317-253-5683 (-$15)

therAPeutiC mAssAgeCarmel 317-641-4835 (25)

Wildrose Wellness Arts llCbloomington 812-272-1850 (5)

MEDIATIONProvidenCe mediAtionFishers 317-572-8366 (-$15hr)

NUTRITIONreinventing Wellnessindpls 317-408-0110 (20 or -$5)

OPTOMETRISTeYes For Wellnessindpls 317-818-0541 (15)

PET STOREPet suPPlies Plusindpls PsPindycom (Free dog wash)

PILATESinner You PilAtes

Carmel 317-571-8367 (15)

mind bodY hArmonYindpls 317-442-6123 (bogo)

RECYCLED GIFTSnAturersquos kArmACarmel 317-843-9999 (15)

SkINCAREFrAngiPAni bodY ProduCts

indpls FrangipanibodyProductscom (15)

skin WellnessCarmel 317-777-0495 (Free waxing)

THERAPISTComPlete liFe mAnAgement llCCarmel 317-650-1086 (20)

niCole burgess

indpls 317-840-0490 (20)

reneWAl llC Carmel 317-730-5155 (20)

YOGAinner PeACe YogA Centerindpls 317-257-9642 (33)

Finallya DISCOUNT network that supports

Healthy Living amp Healthy PlanetWelcome to our new providers

NAN members can receive special discounts from our network providers

Memberships available soon

Friend us on Facebook

NAN We are NOW building our Central Indiana

Provider Network To become a NAN Provider

contact Nancy Caniff 317-862-6332 or

email PublisherNACrossroadscom

See NaturalAwakeningsNetworkcom for details on network providersand offered discounts Some exclusions apply to specific offers

Page 30: Natural Awakenings Indianapolis September 2011

30 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

GREEN CLEANING SERVICES

orgANiCAllY CleANChristie Crail317-469-3201Enjoy a pristinely cleaned home or of-fice and breathe easier with the aromatic scents of lavender mint and citrus Call to schedule your free estimate See ad on page 8

HEALTHY DINING

3 sisters CAFEacute6360 Guilford Ave Indianapolis317-257-55563SistersCafeIncom

Indyrsquos finest breakfast and best vegetarian dish-es for over 15 years Au-thentic slow-cooked made from scratch food always using mostly lo-cal ingredients Open daily See ad on page 18

HEALTH FOODS

good eArth NAturAl Food ComPANY6350 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis317-253-3709Good-Earthcom

Offering a distinctive and broad selection of natural and organic foods sup-plements beauty prod-ucts and apparel Family owned and operated since 1971 See ad on page 22

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES

CreAte Your owN heAlthBarbara Manley RN MS8499 Fishers Center Drive Fishers317-753-1167

It is my goal to lead you deeper into an un-derstanding of your true self to facilitate healing and transfor-mation through inte-grative therapies See ad on page 5

whitewillow iNtegrAtive heAlth sPeCiAlist740 E 52nd St Ste 11 Indianapolis617-990-6979WhiteWillow9gmailcomMore than twenty years experience suc-cessfully managing symptoms of chronic illness Free Consultations See ad on page 20

jUICE BAR

sQueeZe Fresh smoothies11769 Commercial Drive Fishers317-845-9984

Squeeze brings together the finest and freshest ingredients and artfully combines them to create a wide variety of flavor-ful and healthy products including smoothies yo-gurt energy shots and

juice

LABORATORY

ANY lAb test Now13636 N Meridian St Carmel 317-574-9500AnyLabTestNowcom

Providing thou-sands of lab tests to consumers pro-fessionally conve-niently and cost effectively No ap-pointment neces-

sary no doctorrsquos order no insurance re-quired confidential and anonymous See ad on page 9

LIFE COACH

elAiNe voCi liFe skills CoAChiNg llC11805 North Pennsylvania Street Carmel317-730-5481ElaineVocicom

Since 1995 - specializ-ing in career coaching managing transitions and monthly Intent Heals Journal Work-shops Awaken to your best self through a workshop or individual coaching

LIFE GUIDE

JAsoN gregorYLife Transformation Agent812-350-4633JaseGregoryGmailcom

Find balance in life and discover the power within you Together we will t ap in to your wealth inspira-tion well-being

meditation laughter breathing and affir-mative transformation See ad on page 16

MEDITATION

sAhAJA meditAtioN317-300-4560IndianaMeditationorgSahaja Meditation is a simple and spon-taneous meditation technique which de-stresses mind improves attention and brings inner peace and joy harnessing inner energy Everyone welcome See ad on page 8

NUTRITIONIST

reiNveNtiNg wellNessSarah Stout CCN HHC Raw Foods Chef317-408-0110SarahReinventingWellnesscom

Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling ser-vices Specializing in raw foods certifica-tions private cooking classes corporate ser-vices and menu plan-

ning See ad on page 10

OSTEOPATH

osteoPAthiC visioN8330 Naab Rd Suite 235317-228-9270OsteopathicVisioncom

Treatment options include functional medicine homeopathy numerous injection techniques and some really specialized manual approaches as well as traditional

medicine Call us for details

PET SITTING

Ask liNdA Pet sittiNgServing NW Indy Zionsville amp Carmel317-224-5243AskLindaPetSittingcom

Professional in-home cat and dog care dog walking and house sitting Wersquoll make sure your pets enjoy your vacation as much as you do

31natural awakenings September 2011

PET STORE

Pet suPPlies PlusAvon - Rockville RdBroad Ripple - 62nd St amp KeystoneGreenwood - County Line amp EmersonNoblesville - SR 37 North of 32PSPIndycomGreatest selection of products that im-prove your petrsquos well-being See ads on pages 7 and 24

PILATES

iNNer You PilAtes14950 Greyhound Court Carmel317-571-8367InnerYouPilatescom

Pilates exercise f o c u s e s o n learning to move better so the benefits are felt in everyday life Join a class or

sign up for private sessions See ad on page 21

RECYCLED GIFTS

NAturersquos kArmA14511 Clay Terrace Blvd Ste 130 Carmel317-843-9999NaturesKarmaorg

Devoted to pro-viding high-quality items via Fair Trade envi-ronmentally friendly goodies and organic skin care products

that are made with all of naturersquos won-ders See ad on page 18

SkINCARE

FrANgiPANi bodY ProduCtsFrangipaniBodyProductscomPeaceful Natural Skin Care No chemi-cals no synthetics just plant-based ingre-dients Products include Face Cleansers Serums Moisturizers Body Oils Hand and Nail Creams and Healthy Balms See ad on page 10

skiN wellNess317-251-0792All natural organic spa facials specifically designed to calm nourish and preserve epidermal beauty Broad Ripple Call Dominique for an appointment

UNIFICATION

PlANet soulPlanetSoulInccom

Planet Soul is on a mission to UNIFY the world through kindness respect and service rooted in the belief We Are One Join us See ad on page 4

WELLNESS CENTER

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A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

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Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

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ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

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MEDIATIONProvidenCe mediAtionFishers 317-572-8366 (-$15hr)

NUTRITIONreinventing Wellnessindpls 317-408-0110 (20 or -$5)

OPTOMETRISTeYes For Wellnessindpls 317-818-0541 (15)

PET STOREPet suPPlies Plusindpls PsPindycom (Free dog wash)

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WELLNESS CENTER

shAmroCk wellNess14535B Hazel Dell Parkway Carmel317-703-4431ShamrockWellnesscom

A family-owned wellness center integrating the mo-dalities of yoga and mas-sage into the medical sys-tem of Carmel Riverview Rehab Linda Banter and

son Eric Banter See ad on page 15

YOGA

Flourish YogA10138 Brooks School Road Fishers317-841-0103FlourishYogabiz

Featuring Hot Vinyasa other yoga classes private in-struction therapeutic

massage and counseling services Our mission is to guide and nurture you to manifest infinite possibilities See ad on page 21

iNvoke studio970 Fort Wayne Ave Indianapolis86th and Guion Rd IndianapolisInvokeStudiocom

Featuring over 35 yoga and Pilates mat classes week-

ly Hosting Peak Pilates mat amp Reformer trainings and 200hr Yoga Alliance certi-fied Yoga Teacher Training Programs See ad on page 15

PeACe through YogAIn the heart of Eagle Creek Park317-679-1168PeaceThroughYogacom

Feel at peace at the end of a yoga class with a natural realignment of your body and a natu-ral realignment of your perception of life See ad on page 15

Act on green

living tips

Look for green

businesses in

Natural

Awakeningsrsquo

October

edition

COMING INOCTOBER

Act on green

living tips

Look for green

businesses in

Natural

Awakeningsrsquo

October

edition

COMING INOCTOBER

For more information about advertising and how you can participate call

317-862-6332

32 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

ACUPUNCTUREAngeliCA kokkAlisZionsville 765-497-0817 (20)

CAFEacutePerk uP CAFeacuteindpls 317-251-0033 (10)

CHIROPRACTORFAmilY CAre ChiroPrACtiCindpls 317-580-1800 (10)

stillPoint FAmilY ChiroPrACtiCFishers 317-863-0365 (50)

Zionsville holistiC ChiroPrACtiC amp Wellness CtrZionsville 317-733-9630 (20)

ENERGY WORkClAssiCAl sYstemsindpls 317-498-9822

FOOTWEARWAlk eZ storeCom

walkezstorecom (-$25)

Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINEoPtimAl Wellness CenterZionsville 317-870-7220 (20)

GREEN CLEANINGorgAniCAllY CleAnindpls 317-469-3201 (5)

HOLISTIC MEDICINEgeist Age mgmt exPerts PCFishers 317-752-8958 (33)

INTEGRATIVE THERAPYWhiteWilloWindpls 617-990-6979 (25)

LIFE COACHelAine voCi liFe skills CoAChing llCCarmel 317-730-5481 (20)

metAboliC bAlAnCe oF indiAnA llC317-564-2333 (10)

LABORATORYAnY lAb test noWCarmel 317-574-9500 (15)

MASSAGEbe bliss

indpls 317-501-7606 (-$10)

mother nAturersquos sun

indpls 317-253-5683 (-$15)

therAPeutiC mAssAgeCarmel 317-641-4835 (25)

Wildrose Wellness Arts llCbloomington 812-272-1850 (5)

MEDIATIONProvidenCe mediAtionFishers 317-572-8366 (-$15hr)

NUTRITIONreinventing Wellnessindpls 317-408-0110 (20 or -$5)

OPTOMETRISTeYes For Wellnessindpls 317-818-0541 (15)

PET STOREPet suPPlies Plusindpls PsPindycom (Free dog wash)

PILATESinner You PilAtes

Carmel 317-571-8367 (15)

mind bodY hArmonYindpls 317-442-6123 (bogo)

RECYCLED GIFTSnAturersquos kArmACarmel 317-843-9999 (15)

SkINCAREFrAngiPAni bodY ProduCts

indpls FrangipanibodyProductscom (15)

skin WellnessCarmel 317-777-0495 (Free waxing)

THERAPISTComPlete liFe mAnAgement llCCarmel 317-650-1086 (20)

niCole burgess

indpls 317-840-0490 (20)

reneWAl llC Carmel 317-730-5155 (20)

YOGAinner PeACe YogA Centerindpls 317-257-9642 (33)

Finallya DISCOUNT network that supports

Healthy Living amp Healthy PlanetWelcome to our new providers

NAN members can receive special discounts from our network providers

Memberships available soon

Friend us on Facebook

NAN We are NOW building our Central Indiana

Provider Network To become a NAN Provider

contact Nancy Caniff 317-862-6332 or

email PublisherNACrossroadscom

See NaturalAwakeningsNetworkcom for details on network providersand offered discounts Some exclusions apply to specific offers

Page 32: Natural Awakenings Indianapolis September 2011

32 IndianapolisCrossroads of America wwwNACrossroadscom

ACUPUNCTUREAngeliCA kokkAlisZionsville 765-497-0817 (20)

CAFEacutePerk uP CAFeacuteindpls 317-251-0033 (10)

CHIROPRACTORFAmilY CAre ChiroPrACtiCindpls 317-580-1800 (10)

stillPoint FAmilY ChiroPrACtiCFishers 317-863-0365 (50)

Zionsville holistiC ChiroPrACtiC amp Wellness CtrZionsville 317-733-9630 (20)

ENERGY WORkClAssiCAl sYstemsindpls 317-498-9822

FOOTWEARWAlk eZ storeCom

walkezstorecom (-$25)

Z-Coil PAin relieF FootWeArAvon 317-272-9264 (Free knotty boy laces)

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINEoPtimAl Wellness CenterZionsville 317-870-7220 (20)

GREEN CLEANINGorgAniCAllY CleAnindpls 317-469-3201 (5)

HOLISTIC MEDICINEgeist Age mgmt exPerts PCFishers 317-752-8958 (33)

INTEGRATIVE THERAPYWhiteWilloWindpls 617-990-6979 (25)

LIFE COACHelAine voCi liFe skills CoAChing llCCarmel 317-730-5481 (20)

metAboliC bAlAnCe oF indiAnA llC317-564-2333 (10)

LABORATORYAnY lAb test noWCarmel 317-574-9500 (15)

MASSAGEbe bliss

indpls 317-501-7606 (-$10)

mother nAturersquos sun

indpls 317-253-5683 (-$15)

therAPeutiC mAssAgeCarmel 317-641-4835 (25)

Wildrose Wellness Arts llCbloomington 812-272-1850 (5)

MEDIATIONProvidenCe mediAtionFishers 317-572-8366 (-$15hr)

NUTRITIONreinventing Wellnessindpls 317-408-0110 (20 or -$5)

OPTOMETRISTeYes For Wellnessindpls 317-818-0541 (15)

PET STOREPet suPPlies Plusindpls PsPindycom (Free dog wash)

PILATESinner You PilAtes

Carmel 317-571-8367 (15)

mind bodY hArmonYindpls 317-442-6123 (bogo)

RECYCLED GIFTSnAturersquos kArmACarmel 317-843-9999 (15)

SkINCAREFrAngiPAni bodY ProduCts

indpls FrangipanibodyProductscom (15)

skin WellnessCarmel 317-777-0495 (Free waxing)

THERAPISTComPlete liFe mAnAgement llCCarmel 317-650-1086 (20)

niCole burgess

indpls 317-840-0490 (20)

reneWAl llC Carmel 317-730-5155 (20)

YOGAinner PeACe YogA Centerindpls 317-257-9642 (33)

Finallya DISCOUNT network that supports

Healthy Living amp Healthy PlanetWelcome to our new providers

NAN members can receive special discounts from our network providers

Memberships available soon

Friend us on Facebook

NAN We are NOW building our Central Indiana

Provider Network To become a NAN Provider

contact Nancy Caniff 317-862-6332 or

email PublisherNACrossroadscom

See NaturalAwakeningsNetworkcom for details on network providersand offered discounts Some exclusions apply to specific offers