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Turn Off Inflammationand prevent autoimmunity

Immune system is our defense sys-

tem and protects us from day to day

threats such as infections and even

helps us fight serious cancers. Un-

fortunately, in some cases immune

system can turn against our own

body. It will be fair to say that autoim-

munity is hyperactive immune re-

sponse, which I call ADHD of our

immune system. It is like a tsunami

of cytokines spreading across our

body, which target internal tissues

and organs. This process leads to

cellular and DNA damage leading to joint damage or organ failure.

It has many ways to present such as inflamed joints, skin rashes, ane-

mia, fever and fatigue. Research studies suggest intense mental,

physical stress, lack of sleep, processed food allergens and chronic

infections are called second hit phenomenon; meaning in geneti-

cally predisposed individuals these triggers will precipitate autoim-

mune diseases. Identifying and neutralizing environmental and nu-

tritional allergies and lowering antigenic load can help down regu-

late inflammation and risk of autoimmunity.

Processed foods and chemical are challenging our immune cells by

presenting as heavy antigenic load to our intestinal immune sys-

tem. Processed food also change the healthy balance of bowel flora

(bacteria) leading to leaky gut. This microbial imbalance leads to

increase free radical formation and inflammation of joints.

Integrative health interventions focus on reducing antigenic triggers,

balancing inflammatory mediators and restoring healthy flora in the

gut. Nutritional intervention include Mediterranean diet rich in fresh

fruits, vegetables, nuts, and extra virgin olive oil can increase omega

3 fatty acid in our body. Wild-water salmon, mackerel and sardines

are rich in omega 3FA. Avocados and flaxseeds are plant based

sources.

Omega-3 fatty acids to reduce inflammatory mediators like EPA and

DHA 2-3 g a day, GLA 1.5-3 g/day; Conjugated linoleic acid does 2-

3 g daily. Antioxidants help reduce free oxygen radical damage. Vita-

min E8 100 units as mixed tocopherols, Selenium 400 mcg daily,

Calcium 1000-1200 mg daily, Magnesium 400-750 mg daily, Vita-

min D 2000 international units daily. Botanicals and probiotics help

maintain healthy gut flora and reduce pain. Ginger 1 g 2-3 times a

day, Turmeric 500 mg to 1000 mg 2-3 times helps reduce inflam-

mation.

You should get personalized testing for food allergies and neurotrans-

mitter evaluation to gauge your inflammation, autoimmunity and

hormonal balance which are offered to all of our patients. Healthy

lifestyle and regular exercise helps reduce pain and improve muscle

strength. Yoga, Pilates, Tai-chi with stretching exercises prevent

stress. Remember, we have many tools to turn off inflammation in

your body, lets start today....you feel energized, youthful and pain free.

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Rolly BrownsTai Chi Path...part two

In 1981, transplanted from San Francisco to Philadelphia, I began

studying with Maggie Newman, a senior student of the late Grand-

master Cheng Man-Ching, who came down from NYC once a week

to teach. It was at this point that I took an oath, broken only 10 times in

the ensuing 33 years, never to miss a day of Tai Chi. Professor Chengs

lineage made the most sense to me in terms of what real Tai Chi should

embody, and Maggie was a wonderful teacher, but, before I got be-

yond learning the form, I was off to Australia in search of romance and

adventure.

In Sydney, after checking out several disappointing Chinese teach-

ers, I visited the class of Erle Montaigue, a stocky, fairhaired character

who looked like the former rock star, wrestler, and bouncer that he

was. After five minutes, I knew he

was a true master, from a pure lin-

eage. On Tai Chi, Erle (see pic) was

opinionated to the point of being

outrageous, but always with a

twinkle in his eye. Mostly, he was a

generous teacher, and, after impart-

ing the Yang Family long form in a

couple months of daily classes, he

welcomed me into the mysteries of

the martial side of Tai Chi, starting

with Push Hands, the exercise for

developing martial sensitivity,

which Id spent seven years covet-

ing. For several weeks, a small group would meet at 5 a.m., in a little

park on beautiful Elizabeth Bay, walking through two hours of very

slow Tai Chi. It was grueling, exhausting, strengthening, and nour-

ishing, all at once. Dawn happened, and the world would wake up in

slow motion as our legs ached and we struggled to stay relaxed. To

this day, its one of my fondest memories of Tai Chi training.

On Sundays, wed meet there for Push Hands, and I was initiated into

the mysteries of sensing and interpreting energy, neutralizing force,

and developing root. Concepts of hardness and softness became

sensory experiences rather than verses read in old texts. Erle and I

forged a friendship that endured until his untimely passing in 2011.

Then, my world spun again, and circumstance brought me back to

Philadelphia, to find my true teacher in Grandmaster William C.C.

Chen...but thats a story for next time. (see display ad on page 40)

Helping ChildrenManage Their Emotions

Helping children understand and manage their feelings appro-

priately is hard work and can sometimes lead parents to feeling

rejected, frustrated, or inadequate. Gaining more awareness of

your own emotional responses as a parent can help you be the

most effective teacher for your child. By paying attention to your

body sensations, impulses and perceptions, the impact your feel-

ings have on your child can become clearer.


Heres a good way to ease into this process: Imagine that you are a

glass pitcher, and all of the thoughts and feelings contained inside

you are the lemonade you will serve your kids on a hot day. Maybe

youre worried about your job or finances, and youre excited about

an upcoming event. Take a few minutes to write out everything you

hold inside your pitcher. Describe in detail where you feel tension in

your body. Maybe your shoulders are tense, your breathing is shal-

low, or perhaps theres a ball of fire in your belly.

Read over your list. What do you notice? Is your list a balance of joy

and challenges? What feelings arise when you read your list? Now,

imagine your children as glasses that need to be filled by your pitcher.

Imagine the lemonade pouring right into them. You may try every-

thing to prevent an ice cube or a lemon seed from falling into their

glasses, but sometimes you just cant prevent it and they slip through

despite your best efforts. Or, you may pour perfectly, but your child is

intuitive; she knows there was ice in the pitcher, and she doesnt want

a drink that touched the ice because it is too cold for her teeth. Think

about your list and the mix of thoughts and feelings you unwittingly

pour into your children.

Over the next week, continue observing and take note of how these

thoughts and feelings resonate in your body. Notice the words and

actions filling your childs glass. Think about what your behavior

teaches them and how this may impact their feelings and behavior.

These simple acts of awareness are powerful first steps toward help-

ing your children manage their own emotions.

Article by Katie K. May, MS, NCC. Katie K. May counsels kids and teens

and is one of the practitioners at The Resiliency Center

(www.theresiliencycenter.com) in Flourtown, PA. The Center pro-

motes resiliency through counseling, health coaching, acupuncture,

meditation, yoga, and more.

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The Herbal TreatmentOf Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is one of the most common sleep disturbance problems

in America. It ruins the sleep of an estimated 40 million Americans on

a regular basis.

As we fall asleep, we move

from stage one (drowsi-

ness) into stage two where

muscular activity is inhib-

ited (blocked). It is called

reduction of muscle to-

nus. This is a function that

occurs primarily to keep the

dreamer from physically

acting out the movements of their dreams that will occur in REM sleep.

Unfortunately, as we age, the inhibition of skeletal muscles causes

un-intentional reduction in the signal to the diaphragm muscle.

When in stage two sleep, our breathing becomes shallower and shal-

lower due to insufficient signal strength to the diaphragmatic muscles.

In sleep apnea sufferers, breathing will stop completely.

When the carbon dioxide level gets high enough, the brain intervenes

and causes the body to make a large and immediate inhalation. This

causes a large pressure differential in the pharynx and literally sucks

the sagging-soft palate into the airway. This obstructs the flow and

causes a loud SNORT disturbing sleep or awakening the subject.

Upon awakening or returning to stage 1 sleep, the reduction of muscle

tonus for entry into stage two sleep is released and respiration begins

again in a somewhat normal manner. Then the cycle repeats again.

The problem is caused by the reduction in signal from your brain that

reaches your diaphragm. Shortly after your breathing stops, you take

a rapid inhalation and this sucks the soft palate into the airway with a

snort; disturbing your sleep. The appropriate intervention is to en-

hance the communication from your brain to your diaphragm so that

you breathe deeply and steadily throughout the night.

Lobellia acting as a respiratory stimulant, does just that. It has been

used for thousands of years to treat respiratory conditions. This herb

will actually increase the level of respiration sufficiently so that your

breathing does not stop during muscular inhibition. It will maintain

deep steady breathing through the stage 2 sleep period.

Thyme actually improves the ability of the lungs to exchanges CO2

for oxygen. To round out the combination, Chamomile aids the sub-

ject in relaxing and Cramp Bark helps the upper trapezius muscles to

relax supporting better nerve transmission.

This bouquet of herbs enhances respiration, relaxes muscles that re-

strict nervous flow and increases drowsiness. It represents a wholistic

natural solution to sleep apnea. It is non-habit forming and no-precon-

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Good DigestionIn my Family Practice I focus on natural health options for any health

challenge. One of the most common

presentations is poor digestion given the

diagnosis of Irritable bowel syndrome or

spastic colon.

My approach is to help them define

where their problem is located. Indiges-

tion is such a broad term and can imply

anything form irritation of mouth, belch-

ing or burping, heartburn, bloating, gas,

diarrhea, or constipation or any and of

all of the above.


Is he looking to keep things somewhat casual? Then hes not in a

position or doesnt want to offer you a serious committed relationship.

Some women, when faced with this situation think that if they give it

more time and are patient enough, the man will eventually come

around. But it really doesnt work that way. Dont Settle. Settling is one

of the most destructive diseases present in relationships as we know

them.

Talk to him calmly and find out whether or not the two of you are on

the same page. Be clear. Let him know that, youre looking for some-

one to share your life with, and if hes not looking for the same thing

then youre not a match. Hes either marriage material or, hes not.

Men can also have this problem, with a woman dating him for the

wrong reasons. You have to be prepared to walk away when you find

out he or she doesnt want what you want. This is a good thing. Now,

you can stop wasting your time in this going nowhere relationship

and put your energies toward finding Mr. or Mrs. Right!

As a Dating/Relationship Coach, Martha helps single men and

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Hormone Replacement?Consider your options

Many women are looking for an-

swers for their menopausal symp-

toms. Though some women notice

no symptoms at all, others notice

hot flashes, sleeplessness, irregu-

lar cycles, foggy thinking, and more.

As women consider options to

minimize symptoms, hormone re-

placement is the most common

option considered.

Now, as we are seeing the side ef-

fects of certain hormone treat-

ments, many clinicians are switching from equine preparations

(Premarin, short for pregnant mares urine) to human laboratory-

made forms, called bioidentical forms. These still can have side ef-

fects, which are lessened if prescribed appropriately. Many women

feel better on hormone therapy, but what if you could feel better with-

out it, by supporting your own natural production of hormones? That

way, instead of taking bioidentical hormones, youre on Susan-iden-

tical or Ruth-identical. You cant have side effects with those!

Some women who see a clinician for menopausal symptoms may

never have had normal hormone balance, and, in fact, women with

From a natural point of view, indigestion can be summarized to be

caused by three major factors. 1. Inability to digest certain foods 2. Food

allergy 3. Food sensitivity

We are born with the ability to digest many things by our bodys pro-

duction of enzymes, but sometimes as we age the enzyme produc-

tion decreases. Milk is a classic example that most children can digest

but many loose that ability as a teenager. Adding the enzyme lactase,

found in Lactaid milk and other products, virtually will eliminate

symptoms in most patients. Every type of food has a type of enzyme

that will aid its digestion. These enzymes can be generalized into three

categories; Carbohydrases, like Lactase, Lipases, for fat digestion and

Proteases for protein digestion. Enzymes are commonly found in any

live food. However, once a food is cooked most of the enzymes have

been destroyed.

Probiotics, or friendly bacteria help digest contents of our food that

we cannot. Dysbiosis is the term used for unusual bacterial, or yeast

in our intestinal tract. Antibiotics kill the beneficial bacteria causing

an opportunistic infection. Probiotic supplements are readily avail-

able but are also commonly found in our diet. Specialized labs that

can measure the good and bad bacteria can perform a stool analysis.

Food allergies are possible with any food. Allergy to a food can cause

an immediate as in peanut allergies in children, or chronic, as in Ce-

liac disease. Food rotation and elimination diets can be a helpful tool

for patients to use on their own to figure out which foods they react to,

or food allergy testing can easily be performed through blood testing.

Food sensitivities are the most challenging to diagnose. These foods

cause inflammation. Food sensitivities can be determined with elimi-

nation and rotation diets or with ALCAT testing.

Digestive issues have many cultural and social manifestations and

can change life course due to symptoms or even fear of potential symp-

toms. Finding and understanding the cause of ones symptoms is the first

step in creating good digestion. (see display ad on page 11)

Are you stayingin a nowhere relationship?

If youre single and dont want to be, youre probably tired of trying to

figure out why. Ive spoken with women and men who stayed in long

term relationships far longer than they should. Whether its 12 months

5 or 10 years, they stayed in dead-end relationships month after

month even though it became clear their relationship wasnt going

anywhere. You know when the relationship is not progressing.

If youre looking for marriage and possibly children and he or she

isnt, the earlier you end it and move on the bet-

ter. You should free yourself so you can find a more

compatible partner. You

can tell, even in the

first few months if

youre falling in love

and are open-mind

toward a future to-

gether.


more irregular or symptomatic cycles are more likely to have meno-

pausal symptoms. Perhaps they never had regular cycles, or always

had pain or headaches with their cycles. Hormone replacement never

restores normal balance; it merely covers it up. Many clinicians have

found that natural modalities work quickly at this time. One favorite is

homeopathy. These dilute natural medicines have no side effects

and no contraindications, and are safe for people of all ages. They are

prescribed on the unique experience of the women.

Lets take a few examples:

Sulphur: Women who benefit from this homeopathic remedy may feel

tired or chilly after a hot flash and will fan themselves. They tend to have

memory issues and an empty feeling in the stomach in late morning.

Sepia: Women who do well on this remedy may feel that a heat is rising

from the abdomen up to the head. They may feel like hot water is poured

over the head.

Cimicifuga: Women may have heat followed by abdominal sweat, with

redness in the face. They want to get out to fresh air yet are generally chilly.

There are hundreds of homeopathic remedies, but above are listed some

of the most common ones. Your homeopath can find the one that has

your name on it.

Menopause is a stage of maturation of the woman, where she may find the

wisdom and even spirituality that evolves for her at this time. With home-

opathy, she can enjoy this time symptom-free.

Julie Lachman, ND is a licensed Naturopath and Bucks County na-

tive. She works with clients of all ages in her Doylestown office.

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Festival,Community, Family

My husband and I have been going to music festivals for about 15

years. Though we are Pagans, prior to 2008 we had never attended

a Pagan festival. That spring we heard about Free Spirit Gathering

and were interested in attending. Unfortunately, the dates coincided

with a major music festival that we had already purchased tickets for.

This would be our 3rd trip to

the giant music festival and we

were exited that we had been

able to get VIP tickets. We re-

signed ourselves to attending

FSG the following year. When

we went to the Free Spirit

Gathering website to find the

dates for the next year, we saw

the list of workshops and

classes being offered that year

and decided to sell our VIP

music festival tickets in favor

of attending FSG. It may seem ridiculous to ditch an internationally

famous music festival with 80,000 people for a small regional pagan fes-

tival with between 300 - 400 attendees but that is exactly what we did.


Our first experience was a joy from start to finish. The festival staff was

fantastic and really made us feel at home. We immediately fell in love

with the sitea campground with a small lake, and miles of trails

through the woods. They even had a labyrinth. We attended every

workshop that we could and found all of the presenters to be knowl-

edgeable and engaging. The public rituals were excellent and well

attended. At night there were musical performances and all night

bonfires by the lake with fantastic drummers that kept the beat going

and inspired many to dance the night through. There were a wide

variety of workshops and even an entire series specifically for chil-

dren of various ages.

We made many, many friends that year, some from as far away as

Seattle, WA, Los Angeles, CA, and Minneapolis, MN who we look for-

ward to seeing year after year. We have never regretted our original

decision to go to FSG rather than the music festival; at FSG we have

found friends and family of choice who have enriched our lives in so

very many ways. We have since attended a couple of other Pagan

festivals but FSG will always be our festival of choice.

The 30th Free Spirit Gathering will be held June 16th - 21st 2015 at Camp

Ramblewood in Darlington, MD. For more information or to register please

visit http://www.freespiritgathering.org. (see display ad on page 27)

Organic Lawn CareWhat you need to know

When choosing a lawn care provider many

people have questions: Are the products safe for

my children and my pets? Are they having a

negative effect on our environment? Is the com-

pany I am looking to hire truly organic? Does

organic lawn care actually work? Unfortu-

nately getting clear answers on these ques-

tions isnt always easy.

Since theres currently no regulation, lawn

care companies can simply make up any

kind of Organic or Safe self designation.

For example: words like Organic Based, Natu-

ral, and Environmentally Safe are just a few keywords that are of-

ten far from the truth. What is important for you to know is that 100%

organic lawn care is knowledge based. An organic lawn care profes-

sional must understand soil biology, soil chemistry and have an un-

derstanding that weeds are a messenger telling us what is wrong with

your soil. Only a true Organic Land Care professional can help bring

your soil back to life thus creating a beautiful lawn. Chemical lawn treat-

ments have an adverse effect on your soil. Organic fertilizers revitalize the

soil, feed the grass and are less likely to leach. Your soil will become a

more fertile environment for your lawn and consequently over time less

water is needed to maintain a lush green lawn.

I am proud to say that Organics have come a long way in the last

decade. The products are better and more reasonably priced. Or-

ganic lawn care is now competitive with the chemical lawn care in-

dustry in both cost and results. Two simple and inexpensive soil tests

can tell your lawn care professional what may be wrong with your


Although the consequence of mouth breathing and improper tongue

posture can cause real dental issues, a more serious situation may be

at the heart of the aforementioned condition. As was mentioned ear-

lier, the factor responsible for mouth breathing is enlarged tonsils and/

or adenoids. The resultant altered breathing mechanics may lead to

sleep-related breathing disorders and even sleep apnea. Mouth breath-

ing, excessive sleepiness, lethargy and or snoring are all indications that

a child should be evaluated by ENTs and pediatric sleep specialists.

If adenoid tissues(includes the tonsils) are responsible for the

breathing issues, there are several methods to address this situation.

With many children now days sensitive and allergic to myriads of

allergens, identifying and removing the causative allergens may

shrink the adenoid tissues. Nasal sprays and rinses may also reduce

the enlarged tissues. The last resort is surgery to remove the adenoids

and or tonsils. (see display ad on page 19)

What isThe Andara Genesis spiral?

The Andara Genesis spiral is a meditation portal made entirely of

Andara crystal stones. The Andara crystals, found in the High Sierra

mountains of Northern California, are glass-like crystals of exceptional

beauty and power. The Andara Genesis Spiral is the largest number

of these stones to gather on the East Coast.When the Andaras are ar-

ranged on a table, in the sacred geometric form of a spiral, their col-

lective energy is expanded. The Spiral is created to facilitate energy

flow and to help raise the vibration of those who sit close to it. The

Andaras themselves work with the energy of our personal intention.

When we come to sit with The Spiral , we are asked to come with a

clear intention for ourselves and for the world as a whole. The Spiral

itself spins the energy of the Andaras outward carrying our inten-

tions, to merge with all the grid space, with all the Universal energy,

thus allowing for creation to manifest into form within the world.

The Andaras are also a group of highly evolved Beings of Light.

What follows is what The Andaras themselves have to say

about the Genesis Spiral:

Each Soul who comes

and sits with the Spiral

has an opportunity to be-

come a new creation.

We, The Andaras, will

awaken you to your full-

est and even more full

potential. We will speak

to all the people that

come to sit with us. Some to their ears, some to their hearts and some

to their souls. ( not audible ie: I didnt feel anything )

Everyone who sits with us will be uplifted, will be shifted, will be trans-

formed.

The Genesis Spiral is not a labyrinth, rather we are an act of creation

and re-creation. We are a sitting rather than a walking meditation. We

are ourselves and we are Love. continued on page 25.

soil and allow them to create a customized approach for your lawn.

So how can you be sure you are getting truly organic lawn care? Ask

the questions. Ask them if they will be doing a soil test, ask for the plan,

and ask what products they are using and if they are approved by the

Organic Material Review Institute.

At Fredericks Organic lawn care we use only OMRI (Organic Mate-

rial Review Institute) listed fertilizers. Without that OMRI stamp on a

bag of fertilizer it is not truly organic. Please feel free to contact us for

your free lawn evaluation and estimate and become part of the grow-

ing trend that is truly organic.

Fred Holdsworth, Owner, Fredericks Organic Lawn Care, Accred-

ited Organic Land Care Professional (see display ad on page 10)

Tonsils, Tongue, TeethSeveral months ago a patient asked me to look at her five year-old son.

She was concerned that her son had many gaps between his teeth.

Shouldnt his teeth be lined up closer together? she wondered. Her

concerns were understandable since we as a society place such im-

portance on appearance even in young children. I explained to her

that spacing between the baby teeth are perfectly normal and prefer-

able. The reason for this is that the spacing represents normal jaw devel-

opment and bodes well for the alignment of adult teeth to follow.

So what is the concern for a child with

tight baby teeth or crowded teeth? In

absence of a thumb or finger sucking

habit the child may be exhibiting the

effects of mouth breathing or im-

proper tongue posture. Both of these

conditions can be due to breathing

issues caused by enlarged tonsils or

adenoids. Enlarged adenoids and or

tonsils prevent normal breathing

through the nose. The child instead

breathes through the mouth and pre-

vents the normal positioning of the

tongue at rest, swallowing and speak-

ing. The tongue in this situation is placed more forward and the lower jaw

is opened more to allow air to reach the throat. Also when swallowing, the

tongue fails to push up against the palate and causes a narrowing of the

upper jaw. This situation also creates an insufficient swallow and often

leaves food residue lingering in the mouth. My daughter had this prob-

lem long before I became a dentist, and I remember chiding her often to

swallow her food better. Little did I know

As this situation of mouth breathing and associated improper tongue

posture continues, the baby teeth in the young child starts to incline

inward as the pressures from the muscles and tissues of the lips and

cheek overcome the resistance that should be provided by the

tongue. The result is the elimination of the proper spacing between

the teeth and the eventual crowding of the baby teeth and possible

abnormal jaw development. This is one of the more common rea-

sons for complex orthodontic treatments to be performed in young

children and adolescents.


If you or someone you know are experiencing any of the symptoms

above please consult CBPT where we are specifically trained to evalu-

ate and treat your condition in a private setting. by Janet Drake, PT

LCCE FACCE (see display ad on page 12)

Concussion:Neurofeedback Beats Head Injury

Annette (not her real name) was happily looking forward to her se-

nior year and graduate school. She was broadsided on a warm sunny

afternoon by a car with an inattentive driver running a red light. The

impact threw Annettes vehicle head-on into a tree. Although she

believed she sustained only a broken nose from hitting the steering

wheel, she had no idea what a curve this experience had thrown to

her life for the next two years.

Annette began neurofeedback last October. At the time of her referral

to our office, she still had major difficulty with falling asleep and stay-

ing asleep for even a few hours at a time, paying attention or concen-

trating on anything more than a few minutes, and following conver-

sations with others. She often found herself crying spontaneously or

losing her temper during the day for no reason. The routine of a part-

time retail sales job was nearly impossible. Headaches were a daily

occurrence. Memory was helped somewhat by several notepads in

her purse and post-it notes all over her home, including even remind-

ers for doing the basic self-help tasks of a daily hygiene routine such

as brushing her teeth. She was stuck!

In this condition, Annette was not on her way to graduate school. In

fact, her legal counsel and the medical community were preparing

her to accept a future of limited func-

tional skills and medication to help

manage her new disability. She was

struggling with the reality of the sud-

den change in her life goals from this

one event. Annette was in both a men-

tal and emotional quandry.

Initially, a quantitative electroen-

cephalogram (qEEG) indicated a

change in volume of several of her

brain waves in a generalized pattern

across her brain. There was too much

of slow and fast waves, and not enough of the calm waves that would

help her process information. Her brain was racing and slowing at

the same time, causing a very confused pattern. All of her cognitive

skills were in a spin.

After a few weeks of neurofeedback, Annettes sleep began to nor-

malize and she was feeling rested afterwards. Gradually she relied

less on her notes, was smiling more, and her attention span was im-

proving at her part time job and at home.

Neurofeedback is an effective remedy for head injuries and restoring

normal life functioning. Interested individuals may contact our of-

fice at www.achievewell.net (see display ad on page 24)

The Andara Genesis Spiral is created once a month in Doylestown

Pa. It is also available to travel to be experienced by groups, in your

space. For more information or to schedule The Andara Genesis Spi-

ral, please contact [email protected] (see dis-

play ad on page 21)

Mens Pelvic HealthYes, men do have pelvic health issues too. Sadly, there has been a

lack of awareness and attention of mens pelvic health issues. Often

their conditions go untreated or are inaccurately diagnosed. At Cen-

tral Bucks Physical Therapy, LLC (CBPT) we see a wide range of

diagnoses of male pelvic health issues.

Often men who have pain in their pelvic region are diagnosed with

chronic prostatitis. Anti-biotics are the

treatment of choice for infection and

symptoms will improve for a few weeks.

The pain relievers in the antibiotic help

with the pain initially, then after the

course of the antibiotic the symptoms

may return. This could indicate that

something else possibly pelvic floor

muscle spasm may be causing pain.

Pain in the rectal area can be a result of

muscles that have tightened from a long

history of heavy work or sports, which

shorten the hamstring muscles. The

hamstrings have fascial connections to the muscles of the rectal region.

Some men have undergone prostate surgery without a full resolution

of urinary incontinence. The muscles involved in controlling the flow

of urine are the pelvic floor muscles. As Physical Therapist specializ-

ing in pelvic health conditions we can help you.

Other surgeries such as hernia repairs or athletic pubalgia (sports

hernia) can lead to decreased mobility of nerve and fascial tissue

creating referred pain into the pelvis and genitals. Specific manual

techniques are available to help with this pain. These restrictions may

cause pain with activities such as sitting, lifting, during intercourse or

after intercourse.

Here is a list of symptoms often seen in men with pelvic health issues:

- Urinary or Fecal Incontinence/Retention

- Urinary Urgency/Frequency

- Painful Urination

- Constipation

- Bowel issues related to conditions such as IBS or Crohns Disease

- Genital Pain

- Genital Pain related to sexual activities

- Lumbar and/or Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain

- Coccyx (tailbone) pain

- Sensation of a golf ball in the rectum

- Abdominal/groin/hip pain

- Change in pelvic region health after surgery


Sunday, March 1

KIDS YOGA WITH LIZ PAGE Kids Yoga is back at Yoga Tree in

Blooming Glen, PA! This six session series runs Sundays 930-1030am

(no class 4/5.) Ages 4- 10. Parents-take our 915am Hatha class on the

second floor while the kids take yoga too! www.yogatreepwc.com

Wednesday, March 4

BOOK STUDY AT YOGA TREE (FREE COMMUNITY EVENT)

Join our community in Blooming Glen as we explore books related to

yoga, health and the spiritual life! Every Wednesday from 7:15-8:15pm;

with a potluck to celebrate each books finish! March/Aprils Read: Awake

in the World by Michael Stone. Guidelines for living an empowered,

awakened life; connecting our practice and everything. Sign up on Yoga

Trees website: www.yogatreepwc.com

Wednesday, March 4

I WANT A FUN FUNERAL WORKSHOP Contemplating your own

funeral is not for the faint of heart, but getting some thoughts down on

paper and into the hands of a trusted love one can be the best move you

never considered making before. In this fun and lively workshop, youll

get an easy-to- complete packet that includes everything that needs to

be decided. With humor, support, and discussion, a dreaded task

becomes not only easy, but creative and meaningful. Its a huge gift for

your family, and there are more options for funerals than ever before.

Come learn about them, plan yourself an awesome farewell, and have

fun in the process. Wed 7:00-9:00pm and Wed Mar 11 7:00-9:00 pm.

Hatboro-Horsham Adult Evening School, meets at Keith Valley Middle

School, 227 Meetinghouse Rd, Horsham, PA. Kyle Tevlin 215-348-4306,

[email protected]. To register: www.hhaes.org (See ad pg. 39)

Friday, March 6

RECREATING SELF IMAGE WITH KIMBERLY LONDON Recreating

your image isnt about recreating who you are, but rather finding

attunement with the beautiful spirit that lies within you and restructuring

the way you present yourself to the world. Hands-on workshop. Kimberly

has worked in Human services for over 18yrs. Friday March 6th, 7-9pm

$35 Rinas Rocks 42 S. York Rd Hatboro Pa 215-442-ROCK

RinasRocks.com (See ad page 44)

Friday, March 6

KIDS YOGA WITH SUZANNE FISHER Kids Yoga is back at Yoga

Tree in Blooming Glen, PA! This six session series runs 6-7pm on

Fridays (no class on 3/20.) Ages 4- 10. Parents can take our Happy

Hour $5 Community Class on the second floor while the kids practice

yoga too! www.yogatreepwc.com

Saturday, March 7

OPEN HOUSE At River Valley Waldorf School we provide a rich academic

curriculum taught through the prism of creative thinking. When our

students graduate from eighth grade to attend some of the areas leading

high schools, they do so as creative thinkers whose capacities for both

analysis and imagination are not only treasured by sought. Join us and

find out more about this amazing education. 10am prompt, Childcare is

provided: River Valley Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Road, Upper

Black Eddy, PA 18972, Call to register 610-982-5606

www.rivervalleyschool.org

Saturday, March 7

YIN YOGA WORKSHOP WITH BRENDA HASLEGO This workshop

will focus on a passive practice which allows for the down-regulation of

the nervous system; building receptivity in the body. The poses will be

from seated/lying down & held from 3-5 minutes. This practice gives us

the time & space to cultivate a state of connecting on a conscious/

unconscious level. 1-3pm at Yoga Tree, Blooming Glen PA.

www.yogatreepwc.com

Sunday, March 8

MONTHLY MEDITATION Second Saturday of each month 1-2pm.

There are many approaches and styles to cultivating mindfulness through

meditation. This class focuses on a different theme and style of meditation

each month. Classes may incorporate mantras, yantras, mudras, crystals,

breath work, and the chakra system. Come de-stress and experience

the support of group meditation. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd

Doylestown 18902. Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email:

[email protected]

Monday, March 9

ANGER MANAGEMENT GROUPS (MEN & WOMEN)

INTRODUCTION: Anger Management groups are a 10-12 week course.

Attendance and participation a must for the certificate to be awarded at

the end of the program. OBJECTIVE: Overview of Anger Management

Treatment Events and Cues Anger control plans The Aggression Cycle

Cognitive Restructure Anger and the Family, Parts 1 & 2 Review

Assertiveness Training and Conflict Resolution Model, Parts 1 & 2 Review

Closing and Certifications Certificates of Completion are given at the end

of the program. Program must be paid in full. Program conforms to the

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Standards. If interested

please call (215) 661-9515. (See ad page 31)


Wednesday, March 11

CULTIVATING HANDS ON ASSIST FOR YOGA TEACHERS

Restorative yoga is a gentle inward form of yoga that invites participants

to move towards greater balance, control and participation in their life.

William Hunschmidt, 500 E-RYT, Thursday, March 12, 12:30PM Thai Yoga

Massage for friends and Family Thurs. March 12 at 7:00PM Whole Body

Yoga, 215-661-0510, [email protected] (See ad page 44)

Wednesday, March 11

RESTORATIVE YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Restorative yoga is a

gentle inward form of yoga that invites participants to move towards

greater balance, control and participation in their life. This program will

include posture practice, pranayama, meditation, mantra, mudra,

visualization, and use of props to create a safe/comfortable/healing

environment. Weekend Training April 10-12. Whole Body Yoga Studio,

North Wales, PA for more info call 215-661-0510 or

[email protected]. (See ad page 44)

Friday, March 13

REIKI SHARE & COMMUNITY REIKI 2nd Friday of each month 6 -

7:30pm Free Reiki Share for Reiki practitioners. Please bring a

refreshment to share. 7:30 - 9pm Community Reiki 10 minute mini

treatment for $10. Practitioners interested in providing Community Reiki

contact Alison at 267- 245-4140 or email [email protected]

Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902 2nd entrance Rt

611 across from Children of America.

Saturday, March 14

HOT YOGA SERIES AT YOGA TREE Join Alison Gilheany for four

consecutive Saturdays of hot yoga, from March 14th to April 4th! Each

workshop will run from 1-3pm, and will have its own central focus. This

will give students an introduction to hot yoga for the whole body. We will

meet at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen; sign up online at

www.yogatreepwc.com

Saturday, March 14

IMPROVING YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH MONEY -

WORKSHOP: Improve the relationship you have with money and

yourself. Creating wealth isnt only about money, its also about your

health, relationships and requires changing your mindset about money.

Learn powerful tools to improve your relationship with money, yourself

and live a life of prosperity & abundance! With The Possibility Coaches.

Location: Greenshire Consortium, Quakertown, PA $57. 9am-2pm.

Register: 215-538-0976 or http://goo.gl/VDXDAU

Saturday, March 14

PHILADELPHIA Are we obligated to seek more from life than money

and pleasure, to help and protect the poor and vulnerable and to live to

benefit others,why? Join us for a discussion about the Theosophical

approach to everyday ethics The United Lodge of Theosophists 1917

Walnut Street, Philadelphia All meetings are free and open to the public

Phone 215-563- 4692 [email protected]

Sunday, March 15

THE SCIENCE OF YOGA: EXPLORING THE SCIENTIFIC BASIS

OF ANCIENT YOGA WISDOM 2 - 4pm. This workshop examines

emerging findings from neuroscience and psychology that identify the

science-based benefits of yoga. We also look at how the physical practice

helps maximize these benefits. This workshop includes both discussion

and asana. Basic yoga experience is encouraged, but not required. Pre-

registration required. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown

18902 Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email: [email protected]

Sunday, March 15

INVERSIONS WITH NATALIE LEVIN Come for a day of placing the

heart above the head! Are you scared of being upside down? Well work

with all the emotions that may arise while inverting. We will use lots of

props to safely move into many powerful inversions. You can expect

opera, asana and glitter, among other things! 3-5pm at Yoga Tree in

Blooming Glen PA. www.yogatreepwc.com

Monday, March 16

ANGER MANAGEMENT GROUP 11 Week Group for men & women.

Overview of Anger Management Treatment Events and Cues Anger

control plans The Aggression Cycle Cognitive Restructure Anger and

the Family, parts 1 and 2 Review Assertiveness Training and Conflict

Resolution Model Review Closing and Certifications. Call (215) 661-9515.

(See ad page 31)

Wednesday, March 18

SCHOOL TOUR At River Valley we provide a rich academic curriculum

taught through the prism of creative thinking. When our students

graduate from eighth grade to attend some of the areas leading high

schools, they do so as creative thinkers whose capacities for both analysis

and imagination are not only treasured by sought. 9am, River Valley

Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Road, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972,

610-982-5606 www.rivervalleyschool.org

Wednesday, March 18

BLUEPRINT FOR LIVING PROGRAM! MASTERING YOUR

MINDSET ... LOVING YOUR LIFE!: Learn how to create the life you

want! Get simple and powerful tools to create positive changes and

balance in ALL areas of your life! Program is open to the general public

and classes begin on March 18th, 6:30-9pm and meet for 4 consecutive

Wednesdays at Delaware Valley College. Learn more and register here:

www.BlueprintForLiving.info

Thursday, March 19

WHAT LIES AHEAD: FINANCIAL & LEGAL PLANNING FOR YOU

AND YOUR LOVED ONE WITH SPECIAL Come learn about financial,

estate and legal planning for you and your loved ones with special needs.

Free and open to all. Babysitting provided at no cost. Contact Kara for

more info. [email protected] or 215-579-0670. Register for a

space: www.potentialinc.org/events. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Potential, Inc.

(170 Pheasant Run, Newtown, PA).

Thursday, March 19

REINVENTING HEALTHCARE USING ESSENTIAL OILS Discover

Natural Solutions for almost any ailment you might encounter. We will

cover topics such as Mood Management, Respiratory Health, Digestive

Health, Pain Management, Hormone Imbalance, Skin Conditions & more.

Weekly meetings, Whole Body Yoga Studio, 215-661-0510 213 N. Main

St, North Wales, PA www.wholebodyyogastudio.com, email

[email protected] (See ad page 44)

Thursday, March 19

THE ANDARA GENESIS SPIRAL We will gather on the eve of the

Vernal equinox to sit with the energy of the Genesis Spiral.We will take


this time to set our intentions for new growth and possibility in our

lives.Location is Doylestown,Pa 18901 We will gather at 7:15 to exchange

names. Seating is l imited.RSVP at 215-345-1291 or email

[email protected] Donation basket provided. (See ad

page 21)

Friday, March 20

108 SUN SALUTATIONS FOR THE SPRING EQUINOX Welcome

Spring with an ancient tradition of saluting the sun! Practice anywhere

from one to 108! Held in our beautiful studio Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen,

PA, from 6-8pm. Sign up online at www.yogatreepwc.com

Friday, March 20

SPRING EQUINOX CELEBRATION Friday, March 20th 6 - 8pm.

During the equinox we experience equal parts day and night. Learn how

to balance your own polarities through yoga, deep relaxation, and

meditation. Appropriate for all levels. No prior yoga experience

necessary. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown, PA 18902.

2nd entrance on Rt 611 across from Children of America.

www.facebook.com/tristanayogastudio Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email:

[email protected]

Saturday, March 21

2-DAY LAUGHTER YOGA LEADER CERTIFICATION TRAINING

Become a more joyful, healthy and resilient person and able to spread

the laughter with family, friends, at work, in your community and beyond.

Learn the basic skills needed to start up a Laughter Club and to lead

Laughter Yoga workshops. Trainings on 3/21 & 22 and 4/11&12 in

Media, PA. Call Alexa 215 478 5669 or [email protected]

(See ad page 20)

Saturday, March 21

ESSENTIAL FOR LIVING: TEACHING CHILDREN AND ADULTS

WITH MODERATE-TO-SEVERE DISABILITIES 2-day workshop for

Teachers, Curriculum Coordinators, SLPs and BCBAs using the Essential

for Living curriculum to teach individuals with disabilities. Hosted by

Potential, Inc. (170 Pheasant Run, Newtown, PA) 8am-4pm both days.

12 CEUs for course completion. Contact Kara for more info.

[email protected] or 215-579-0670. Registration and cost to

attend found here: http://behaviorchange.com/index.php/register-4/

Saturday, March 21

TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION PROGRAM Free Public Lecture

on the benefits of the Transcendental Meditation Program will be held

on Saturday, March 21 at 10:00 AM inn the Doylestown area. The TM

Program is widely known for lowering blood pressure, reducing stress

and creating deep relaxation. Find out why over 6 million people have

taken our course worldwide. Start living life to its fullest. Email

[email protected] or call 215-783-4629 to sign up and find the location of

the lecture. Seating is limited. Visit www.tm.org for more information.

Saturday, March 21

FAMILY YOGA 2:45 - 3:45pm. Reconnect with family through yoga! No

prior yoga experience necessary. Open to children ages 5 and up. All

children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doyletown 18902. Call/text: 267-

2454140 Email: [email protected] Like us on facebook:

www.facebook.com/tristanayogastudio


Monday, March 23

JOURNEY THROUGH THE CHAKRAS Learn about and open up your

chakras through discussion, yoga, and meditation. First class is an

overview of the chakra system. Each subsequent class highlights a specific

chakra. Sign-up for all 8 or drop-in to individual sessions. Fridays 7 8:15pm

3/27, 4/3, 4/17, 4/25, 5/1, 5/15, 5/22 & 5/29. $120 if registered by 3/

14. Regular price: $140. Drop-in: $20 Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry

Rd Doylestown 18902. www.facebook.com/tristanayogastudio Call/text:

267-245-4140 Email: [email protected]

Tuesday, March 24

EVENING WITH THERMOGRAPHY You are invited to an Evening

with Thermography at EZLifescan, 1808 Swamp Pike, Suite 200 in

Gilbertsville @ 6:30pm. Come take a tour of our facility, have some

refreshments and watch a slide show about thermal imaging not only for

painless, radiation free breast screening but for full body scanning as

well. There will be a question and answer time! Please call 484-624-5410

to RSVP or email me at [email protected] as seating is limited.

I look forward to meeting you! If you cannot attend this one please give us

a call and we can keep you updated about the next one that we schedule!

(See ad page 3)

Wednesday, March 25

WOMENS DISCUSSION NIGHT OUT Join us at Puritie Day Spa in

New Hope from 7 to 9p.m. for a fun and free, interactive night of discussion

about loving and supporting yourself! Local author, Laura L. Barry will lead

the discussion about changing self-criticizing thoughts to self-coaching

thoughts. Seating is limited, please call or email to reserve your spot:

215.863.2456, [email protected] or go to www.puritiespa.com

to learn more.

Wednesday, March 25

TIRED OF BEING TIRED? HOW TO ELIMINATE FATIGUE AND

HAVE ENDLESS ENERGY Tired of Being Tired? How to Eliminate

Fatigue and Have Endless Energy Wednesday, March 25 6:00 PM

Refreshments & Chair Massages 6:30 PM-8:30 PM Workshop

Demonstrations and Questions & Answers Following Workshop Free

Computerized Stress Spinal Evaluation & Chair Massage Included!

Gorman Optimal Health Solutions 333 North Oxford Valley Rd. Suite 402

Fairless Hills, PA 19030 Must call to RSVP 215-9- HEALTH Visit

www.Gorman-Health.com for more information

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Thursday, March 26

EQUINE ASSISTED SOUL RECOGNITION EXPERIENCE March

26, 4 p.m. to March 29, 4 p.m. A breathtakingly profound journey inward

to your unique essence shared with a trusted group bonded through

our souls and experiencing our oneness! Derived from work with Mary

Magdalene that brings openness, clarity, and inner truth. Equine

experience compliments our deep yearning for tribe, herd and


community as we venture together to open to all that we are! Putney, VT;

Contact: [email protected] call 802-722-9554.

Thursday, March 26



on Thursday, March 26 at 6:30 PM in the Doylestown area. The TM

Program is widely known for lowering blood pressure, reducing stress

and creating deep relaxation. Find out why over 6 million people have

taken our course worldwide. Start living life to its fullest. Email

[email protected] or call 215-783-4629 to sign up and find the location of

the lecture. Seating is limited. Visit www.tm.org for more information.

Friday, March 27

BOUGHT - THE MOVIE Your Health, brought to you by Wall St. The

hidden story behind vaccines, big pharma and your food. How seriously

are we interfering with Mother Nature and how bad does it have to get

before we stop putting profit before the health of our children and future

generations? 7:15-9:30pm. Dr. Susan Burgers Vitality Center, 300 W.

Trenton Ave, Morrisvil le, Pa. 215-736-3803 or

[email protected]. (See ad page 32)

Friday, March 27

REIKI III MASTER PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATION 3/27-3/28

Friday 6:30-9:30pm & Saturday 9am-8:00pm. Receive the Usui Master

Power Attunement, increases your Reiki flow, learn Usui Master Symbol

and instructions to utilize this symbol for increased intensity of the Reiki

power. Register by 3/19 for discount. Add optional Teacher Training

Saturday 5-10pm & Sunday 2-10pm [email protected] or

267-218-4254 Circle of Miracles Church, 10 Beulah Road, New Britain,

PA 18901 www.circleofmiracles.org (See ad page 42)

Saturday, March 28

REIKI 2 CERTIFICATION CLASS Make your healing practice more

powerful by learning the healing sacred symbols. Learn and practice

sending Distance healing to your loved ones. Learn Reiki emotional

Healing and the Power, Emotional, and Distance symbols for a more

powerful Distance healing session. See http://www.healingwithinu.org/

default.html or call 215 245 1211

Saturday, March 28

12TH ANNUAL WELCOME SPRING SPIRITUAL FAIRE. Saturday

March 28 10 am - 6 pm, Sunday March 29 10 am - 5 pm. Milford Township

Fire Company, 2185 Milford Square Pike, Milford Square, PA. 18935.

Route 663 at Allentown Road. Tarot, Intuitive Readings, Holistic Therapies,

Energy Work, Natural Products, Aura Photos, Inspired Jewelry, Crystals,

Minerals, more. For vendors, see web site. Free Workshops daily.

Admission $4. Sponsor: The Quakertown Center for Spiritual Living.

www.quakertowncsl.org (See ad page 47)

Saturday, March 28

ROCK AND MINERAL SHOW Saturday and Sunday, March 28 & 29 at

the Lulu Temple, Plymouth Meeting Pa. Fabulous displays, rock samples

for kids! Crystals, fossils. Start a new hobby that can bring more nature

and exercise into your life, or add to your collection. Karen from River of

Life Natural Foods will be there Sunday the 29th. Hours: Saturday 10-5,

Sunday 10-4. Call the shop 215-794-1445 for more info.Hope to see

you there! Karen (See ad page 12)


Sunday, March 29

PAIN AND CHRONIC ILLNESS SUPPORT CIRCLE Newly-forming

group designed to support you as you move from painful living to living

well. Connect with others, share your experience, and receive strategies

and resources to support you in your daily life. Sunday, March 29, 2-3:30

PM at The Resiliency Center, 1811 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 212, Flourtown,

PA 19031. Space Limited. RSVP Required to Dana Barron,

[email protected] or 215-688-5108

www.theresiliencycenter.com (See ad page 3)

Sunday, March 29

ACCESS CONSCIOUSNESS THE BARS The Bars are 32 points on

the head that when touched starts to unravel & dissipate limitations &

considerations regarding life, living & this reality. All while laying down!

For LMTs this class is 8CEU credits. Class time 10am to 5:30pm. Geri

Massott Bars Facilitator. Call 484-477-3694 www.hangthewitch.com,

Huntingdon Valley area.

Saturday, April 4

BEGINNER YOGA WORKSHOP Learn the basics of yoga! This

workshop will go in depth with a variety of poses, breathing exercises

and much more. We will learn alignment, benefits, modifications for

everyone, breathwork, meditation, and more. Six Saturdays from 11am-

12:30pm at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen PA; students can take any number

of these sessions, or the entire workshop! See the full schedule online:

www.yogatreepwc.com

Tuesday, April 7

4-WEEK SELF-HEALING MEDITATION CLASS 7-9PM Learn

active meditation for beginners! Use guided visualization exercises to

recognize, process and release the energy that doesnt belong to you.

Discover who you are underneath it all. Easy, powerful, fruitful and fun!

Intuitive Energy School, Brad Hess, Director. 18 E 2nd St., Media, PA (610)

848-8334 [email protected] - www.IntuitiveEnergy.com (See

ad p. 43)

Tuesday, April 7

INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION: LIBERATING THE FIRE

ELEMENT In this simple but extensive meditation workshop, we will

connect to the qualities of the fire element through our obstructed

emotions; such as abandonment, rejection, isolation, loneliness, and

longing. We will regain energy lost when obstructed, liberate our

emotions, and learn tools to deal with emotions in daily life. Six Tuesdays,

830-930pm at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen PA. www.yogatreepwc.com

Thursday, April 9

THE ANDARA GENESIS SPIRAL We will once again gather to sit with

the energies of The Andaras, in the Spiral.Celebrating longer days and

warmer weather we will set our intentions ,taking advantage of the

increase in energy and light. We will be at our location in Doylestown, Pa

18901 Time 7:15 to share names.Seating is limited. Please RSVP at 215-

345-1291 or email [email protected] Donation basket

provided. (See ad page 21)

Friday, April 10

REIKI II CERTIFICATION 4/10-4/11 Reiki power is increased, works

faster and deeper. Learn to transmit Energy over distance and time. Learn

how Reiki can be applied to situations, be sent into the future, help heal

the past, eliminate habits, and enhance talents. Friday 6:30-9:30pm and

Saturday 9am-6pm. Register by 4/3. Circle Of Miracles, 10 Beulah Road,


New Britain, PA Rev. Glenda Smith 267-218-4254


Friday, April 10

REIKI SHARE & COMMUNITY REIKI 2nd Friday of each month 6 -

7:30pm Free Reiki Share for Reiki practitioners. Please bring a

refreshment to share. 7:30 - 9pm Community Reiki 10 minute mini

treatment for $10. Practitioners interested in providing Community Reiki

contact Alison at 267- 245-4140 or email [email protected]

Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902 2nd entrance Rt

611 across from Children of America.

Saturday, April 11

DO YOU WANT TO DISCOVER GODS PURPOSE FOR YOUR

LIFE? What are the spiritual gifts, abilities and experiences that have

shaped you? This interactive workshop is your starting point to finding

and fulfilling your unique purpose in life. Workshop from 8:15 AM-Noon

at St. Peters Church in North Wales, PA. To register: contact Laurie Kane

(267) 640-5094 or sign-up at www.FindHope4Today.com/Purpose.

Cost $22 includes workbook. (See ad page 39)

Saturday, April 11

YIN YANG WORKSHOP WITH BRENDA HASLEGO This two hour

workshop will integrate an active practice to a more passive practice.

The yang side of our nature, our emotions, our spirit, warmer. The yin

side of ourselves is less active, cooler, more earth oriented. We will learn

how these two work together to cultivate a balance in our lives. 1-3pm at

Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen, PA. www.yogatreepwc.com

Saturday, April 11

2-DAY LAUGHTER YOGA LEADER CERTIFICATION TRAINING

Become a more joyful, healthy and resilient person and able to spread

the laughter with family, friends, at work, in your community and beyond.

Learn the basic skills needed to start up a Laughter Club and to lead

Laughter Yoga workshops. Training on April 11/12 in Media, PA. Call

Alexa 215 478 5669 [email protected] (See ad p. 20)

Saturday, April 11

REIKI MASTER CLASS You will learn the more powerful Master

symbol for healing. You will also be attuned to the Sacred Master symbol.

Anyone who has completed Usui Reiki 1 and 2 can join this class. You will

be applying the Reiki Level 2 Symbols, and working with crystals and

pendulum. http://www.healingwithinu.org/default.html 215-245-1211

Saturday, April 11

IET-INTEGRATED ENERGY THERAPY BASIC LEVEL & HEALING

ANGELS WEEKEND CERTIFICATION IET-is a powerful self-healing

technique working with 12 strand DNA,Violet Angelic Energy Ray,9

Beautiful Angels, Energy Attunement. Release limiting emotional/

physical energy patterns of your past from the bodys cellular memory

map gently and safely. Two manuals/certificates included. Newtown/

area Sat/Sun 10-6, Rev Arianna Khrystyna Kahnn, IET/Reiki Master

Instructor,Past Life Healer, ATP Clairvoyant Medium, 215 317-1940

www.divinelightwithin.com

Sunday, April 12

MYSTICAL FEAST The Center for Contemporary Mysticism,

(contemporary mysticism.org) St. Pauls Parish Hall, 22 E. Chestnut Hill

Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118, 5pm Fundraising dinner, including wine and

cheese social hour, gourmet dinner and fellowship, music, dessert, and

raffle prizes. $30 per person, reservations required. Open seating or

tables of eight may be reserved. Tickets online at

www.contemporarymysticism.org Come share your spiritual/mystical

experiences in a no-eye-rolling environment!

Sunday, April 12

MONTHLY MEDITATION Second Sunday of each month 1-2pm.

There are many approaches and styles to cultivating mindfulness through

meditation. This class utilizes a different theme and style of meditation

each month. Classes may incorporate mantras, yantras, mudras, crystals,

breath work, and the chakra system. Come de-stress and experience

the support of group meditation. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd

Doylestown 18902. Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email:

[email protected]

Wednesday, April 15

VISION QUEST: VALLEY OF THE GODS, UTAH Join us for an 11-

day vision quest in stunning southeast Utah. Our quests include 4 days of

teaching and preparation; a four day/night solo; and tools to bring your

vision back to daily life. For those wanting to live with passion, purpose,

and authenticity, a quest can be profound and often life-changing. For

information: visit www.questforvision.com; Email [email protected];

or call 802-387-6624

Wednesday, April 15

YOUR IEP, PAGE BY PAGE Bring your IEP materials and prepare for

the IEP meeting process! (If you do not have any materials, you will be

provided a PATTAN model IEP). Free and open to all. Babysitting provided

at no cost. Contact Kara for more info. [email protected] or 215-

579-0670. Register for a space: www.potentialinc.org/events. 6:30-8:30

p.m. at Potential, Inc. (170 Pheasant Run, Newtown, PA).

Thursday, April 16

SCHOOL TOUR At River Valley we provide a rich academic curriculum

taught through the prism of creative thinking. When our students

graduate from eighth grade to attend some of the areas leading high

schools, they do so as creative thinkers whose capacities for both analysis

and imagination are not only treasured by sought. 9am, River Valley

Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Road, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972,

610-982-5606 www.rivervalleyschool.org

Friday, April 17

YAMASA & NIYAMAS WORKSHOP 7 - 8:30pm This workshop will

explore the philosophy of yogas Yamas and Niyamas, the first two limbs

of Ashtanga Yoga. Learn how they can be incorporated into your practice

both on and off the yoga mat! Pre-registration required. Tristana Yoga

Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902 Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email:

[email protected] Follow us on facebook:


Saturday, April 18

FAMILY YOGA 2:45 - 3:45pm Reconnect with family through yoga! No

prior yoga experience necessary. Open to children ages 5 and up. All

children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doyletown 18902. Call/text: 267-

2454140 Email: [email protected] Like us on facebook:



Saturday, April 18

IET-INTEGRATED ENERGY THERAPY LEVELS 2 & 3 WEEKEND

CERTIFICATION CLASS Learn about Angels,esoterically dowse the

auric field, accelerate intuition, interpret and compassionately release

energy blocks resulting from Past Life Karma. Accelerate your journey

and manifest dreams through the Soul Star Chakra, activating your souls

purpose. Attend one or all levels. Newtown/area Sat/Sun 10-6, Rev

Arianna Khrystyna Kahnn, IET/Reiki Master Instructor, ATP Clairvoyant

Medium, 215 317-1940 www.divinelightwithin.com

Sunday, April 19

THE YOGA YOU CANT SEE WITH JIM TINDALL Come to an

informative and relaxing workshop about the subtler aspects of yoga.

We will explore moving beyond the poses to the philosophy and deeper

elements of the practice. We will discuss yogas moral code, breathing,

and meditative states; how the yoga we cant see can deepen our practice

and enrich our lives. 1-3pm at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen PA.

www.yogatreepwc.com

Sunday, April 19

SPIRIT MIND AND BODY EXPO Freeland Event Center (outside

Hazleton, PA) 10-6. Vendors, Crafters, Readers, Aura Images, Psychics,

Tarot, Palmists, Spiritualists, Energy Workers, Reiki, Reflexology, NLP,

artists, ritual clothing, jewelry, leather, henna, tattoos, gems, crystals, New

Age, Holistic, Esoteric suppliers are invited. Featured will be Elizabeth

Joyce (Americas Top 100 Psychics 2014), recognized for her

clairvoyant ability to help find missing persons, past-life regression,

mediumship, predictions and spiritual guidance. Breakfast Buffet and

Chinese Auction for the LC ASPCA. For vendor space info contact: Rita

Sparkes, 570-436-8813, [email protected]

Thursday, April 23

ACIM DAVID HOFFMEISTER 7:30-9:30 pm. Circle Of Miracles, 10

Beulah Rd, New Britain. Topic: Joy and Peace Are My Inheritance. David

Hoffmeister, a modern day mystic, travels the world sharing the message

of Love, Oneness, and Freedom. He studied many pathways and was led

to a deeply committed practical application of A Course in Miracles.

Founder: Living Miracles Center, www.livingmiraclescenter.org.

Reservation Required Glenda 267-218-4254

[email protected]. www.circleofmiracles.org (See ad page

42)

Friday, April 24

THE POWER OF CONSCIOUS INTENTION How do our thoughts,

feelings, prayers and beliefs effect us and our lives? In this workshop we

explore astounding evidence that we are powerful beyond measure.

Reviewing scientific studies to metaphysical laws, you will never see the

world the same again! 7:00-9:00pm. Dr. Susan Burgers Vitality Center,

300 W. Trenton Ave, Morrisvil le, Pa. RSVP 215-736-3803,


Friday, April 24

TINICUM ART AND SCIENCE COFFEE HOUSE FUNDRAISER

Tinicum Art and Science, a unique high school rooted in mindfulness, will

be hosting our 10th Annual Coffee House Fundraiser from 5pm to 8pm.

Join us for a night of student performances, artwork, silent auction and

fabulous vegetarian food. For more information please call Chrissy at

(610)847-6980 or visit our website at tinicumartandscience.org.

Tinicum Art and Science 85 Sherman Road Ottsville, PA. (See ad page

36)

Saturday, April 25

MEDITATION TEACHER TRAINING 10 CEUS Learn tools

necessary for meditation and healing practices. Use these skills to help

others achieve the same calming, life enhancing states including

profound health benefits. Open to health and business professionals,

yoga teachers and more. Sat/Sun 11:00 - 4:30 PM Lambertville, NJ. $225

by April 21. Meditation teacher since 1994. To register: 973-727-6579.

E-mail: [email protected]. www.debkurilla.com

Sunday, April 26

ACCESS CONSCIOUSNESS THE BARS The Bars are 32 pts on the

head that when touched starts to unravel & dissipate limitations &

considerations regarding life, living & this reality. All while laying down!

For LMTs this class is 8CEU credits. Class is 10am to 5:30pm. Geri

Massott Bars Facilitator. Call 484-477-3694 www.hangthewitch.com

Sunday, April 26

FUNDRAISER SHOW AND LUNCHEON SI of Bucks County invites

you to our Spring Fundraiser Luncheon at Revivals in Perkasie, Sunday,

April 26, 1-4 pm. In addition to lunch, Barbara Weikamp will provide

entertainment, plus fantastic basket raffles. Support women and girls in

Bucks County through our Live Your Dream award and other projects.

Get t ickets online at http://goo.gl/z2duF2 or contact

[email protected] for more information.

Tuesday, April 28



on Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30 PM in the Doylestown area. The TM Program

is widely known for lowering blood pressure, reducing stress and

creating deep relaxation. Find out why over 6 million people have taken

our course worldwide. Start living life to its fullest. Email [email protected]

or call 215-783-4629 to sign up and find the location of the lecture. Seating

is limited. Visit www.tm.org for more information.

Wednesday, April 29

KISS YOUR ALLERGIES GOODBYE! Kiss Your Allergies Goodbye!

Wednesday, April 29 6:00 PM Refreshments & Chair Massages 6:30

PM-8:30 PM Workshop Demonstrations and Questions & Answers

Following Workshop Free Computerized Stress Spinal Evaluation & Chair

Massage Included! Gorman Optimal Health Solutions 333 North Oxford

Valley Rd. Suite 402 Fairless Hills, PA 19030 Must call to RSVP 215-9-

HEALTH Visit www.Gorman-Health.com for more information

Friday, May 1

TED TALK COMES TO BUCKS COUNTY! 7:00-9:00 pm. An evening

of inspiration sponsored by Circle Of Miracles. Rev. Laura L. Barry, one of

the presenters, will speak about her new book: The Center of Me, the

Journey to Finding Your Inner Coach. Venue and details still being

finalized. For information/purchase tickets, go to www.laurabarry.org.

No tickets sold at door, only pre-orders due to limited seating. (See ad

page 42)

Saturday, May 2

HEALER & READER FAIR Circle Of Miracles Holistic Health and Psychic

Fair. James Lorah House, 132 N Main St, Doylestown. 11:00 am-5:00

pm. Info Glenda 267-218-4254, [email protected]. A powerful

day of healing, readers, Angelic Communications, meditations, and more.

There will be free group sessions and soon you will be able to preregister

for individual sessions online. Check the Calendar


www.circleofmiracles.org for more info as it becomes available. (See ad

page 42)

Saturday, May 2

BREAK THROUGH TO THE TRUE YOU! SPIRITUAL & SELF-

EMPOWERMENT WEEKEND RETREAT. MAY Shift into a higher

energy & step into the true you. Gain a clearer vision of who you are. Let

go of the stuff that holds you back. Become empowered and reclaim

your authentic self. Facilitators: The Possibility Coaches Jon Satin & Chris

Pattay. Register: www.TrueYouWeekend.com or call 215-794-0135.

Location: Greenshire Consortium, Quakertown, PA.

Thursday, May 7

NEW MEXICO VISION QUEST For millennia people have entered

forests, deserts, and canyons to seek direction, to find passion, purpose,

and the gift theyre meant to bring to their people. Vision quests are life-

changing experiences. Our 11-day programs provide a thorough (4-

days)preparation, a 4-day solo fast, and 3-days translating your vision

into l i fe. For more information, email Sparrow Hart

([email protected]); call 802-387-6624; or visit

www.questforvision.com

Saturday, May 9

CCF TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION FOR LIFE AND

EXECUTIVE COACHES Our 2-day intensive course will teach you

everything you need to know to succeed. All Certified Coaches

Federation graduates also receive admission (at no additional cost!) to

our lifetime CCF Continuing Education Program. Training and Certification

will be conducted by Dr. Atul Uchil, Award Winning Author Creator of

the BRAVO Motivation System May 9-10 at the Double Tree Hilton

Philadelphia Airport. For Further Information Please Call 866.455.2155

www.CertifiedCoachesFederation.com (See ad page 23)

Saturday, May 16

ACCELERATED TRADITIONAL USUI REIKI LEVELS 1 & 2

CERTIFICATION WEEKEND Reiki is an ancient hands on healing art

using Universal Life Force Energy assisting healing on the physical,

emotional, mental, spiritual levels. Reiki promotes relaxation and a sense

of inner peace, increases awareness, assisting the body-mind to realign.

Rev. Arianna Khrystyna Kahnn, ATP Clairvoyant Medium, Angel Channel,

Past Life Healer, IET/Reiki Master Instructor. www.DivineLightWithin.com

215 860-6011

Saturday, May 16

CHAIR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING 10 CEUS Using a chair, learn

a class template for teaching inspiring therapeutic yoga. Course includes

8 key components, 40 poses, breathing and meditation. Open to health

and business professionals, yoga teachers, and more. Sat/Sun 11:00 -

4:30 PM Lambertville, NJ. $275 by May 14. To register - 973-727-6579.

E-mail [email protected]. E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance Teacher

www.debkurilla.com

Sunday, May 17

IRUN4LIFE iRun4Life Kids Only 3k, will be held at Doylestown Central

Park, Doylestown, PA. The run starts at 9 a.m. The iRun4Life Kids Only 3k

is open to all children kindergarten through sixth grade. Proceeds from

this race benefit the iRun4Life non-profit organization assisting

elementary schools in promoting fun non-competitive running programs

that combat childhood obesity. For more information:


www.iRun4Life.com or contact [email protected]. Sponsorships are

available.

Sunday, May 17

THE EVOLVING SOUL The Center for Contemporary Mysticism,

(contemporary mysticism.org) St. Pauls Parish Hall, 22 E. Chestnut Hill

Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118, 2pm. Linda Backman, Ed.D, Ravenheart

Center, psychologist and author of The Evolving Soul, a unique and

inspiring guide to why we incarnate with purpose. With over 35 years of

experience conducting traditional and regression therapy, Dr. Backman

gives us a birds eye view into spiritual healing through our life events.

Saturday, June 6

BRIAN WEISS - MANY LIVES, MANY MASTERS 10:00 AM 5:00

PM Learn to Release All Anxiety and Fears by Unlocking the Doors to

your Past! During this all-day event, you will have an opportunity to:

Discover extraordinary details about your past Release old phobias and

fears from prior lifetimes Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphhia,

PA For more information and to Register: http://www.hayhouse.com/

many-lives-many-masters-philadelphia or call 800-654-5126 (See ad

page 15)

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Listings are only $10 for 65 words in Creating Community Magazine. The

Deadline for the MAY/JUNE ISSUE is APRIL 15th. SUBMIT AT OUR

WEBSITE WWW.CREATINGCOMMUNITY.COM

Saturday, June 27

SOLSTICE EXPO & HOLISTIC FAIR Due to scheduling problems

with the New Hope Eagle Firehouse, the 7th annual Solstice Expo and

Holistic Fair sponsored by the Society for Metaphysical Enlightenment

will be June 27 & 28. See our website for updates on times, guest

speakers, and vendors at www.wearesme.com., or call 267-261-2768

Tony (See ad page 40)

Friday, July 24

ESSENCE OF HEALING WITH DR. ERIC PEARL This event in

Philadelphia, PA is a comprehensive introduction to the philosophy and

science of Reconnective Healing. You will hear the story of Erics initial

encounter with Reconnective Healing; experience an in-depth

exploration about what healing means; and learn about the simplicity of

the approach. Eric will give live demonstrations of on audience

volunteers. TheReconnection.com or 323 960 0012 (See ad page 10)

Saturday, July 25

THE ESSENTIALS OF RECONNECTIVE HEALING TRAINING

PROGRAM Experience and discover how to interact with

Reconnective Healing in Philadelphia with Eric Pearl. You will learn how

to connect and interact with this all-encompassing spectrum of energy,

light and information. This two-day, highly engaging training program

will introduce you to the fullness of Reconnective Healing and a new

and evolved level of health. Visit TheReconnection.com or 323 960

0012 (See ad page 10)

Monday, July 27

RECONNECTIVE HEALING FOUNDATIONAL PRACTITIONER

PROGRAM This two-day program emphasizes your ownership of the

work and prepares you to offer Reconnective Healing as a profession.

This advanced training will includes practice with concentrated table time

and an in-depth explanation of the science and philosophy. If you already


Where there's always...

have an existing healthcare practice, you will learn ways to incorporate

Reconnective Healing into it. visit TheReconnection.com or 323 960 0012

(See ad page 10)

Friday, September 18

WALK IN BEAUTY: PILGRIMAGE OF EL CAMINO DE SANTIAGO,

SPAIN, SEPTEMBER 18-27 Awaken to find your sacred center in

this journey of a lifetime. Explore the pilgrimage route along the northern

coastline of Galicia, from Santiago de Compostela to Muxia and Finisterra.

This 70-mile walk is at a snails pace with the support of a fully loaded van.

Contact Valerie Brown at www.leadsmartcoaching.com

Ongoing ActivIties

MEDITATION 7-8PM EVERY WEDNESDAY @ RINAS ROCKS

Please join us for a Very Relaxing guided meditation every Wednesday

evening from 7-8pm. Soothing music along with Reiki Master Ernest

Torres who will take you to another place! Say good-bye to your stress!

$5 Rinas Rocks 42 S. York Rd Hatboro Pa. 19040 215-443-ROCK


INTRO TEVERY FRI AM : INTRO TO YOGA: LEARN THE

BASICS OR REFRESH YOUR SKILLS AT RINAS This Intro to

Yoga Class is the perfect class for the beginner or the the person just

getting back in the groove! Master teacher Blakey Elkhart has been

teaching for many years, and will now be offering this class here at

Rinas Rocks!Bring your own, or mats will be provided. 10:30am-

11:30am $7 Rinas Rocks 42 South York Rd. Hatboro Pa 215-443-

ROCK RinasRocks.com (See ad page 44)

PRENATAL YOGA Sundays 10-11 AM, Taught by a mom of two, this

gentle class is designed to support your changing body in a warm

nurturing environment. We will focus on special breathing techniques

as well as postures to relieve aches and pains, open the hips, and prepare

you for the big day. Advanced Wellness and Midwifery 54 E. Oakland Ave

Doylestown, on Facebook: Yoga at Advanced Wellness (See ad page 44)

7 AM YOGA Weekdays 7-8 AM Awaken your body and center your

mind. This class is designed to energize you and get your day started. A

great way to start the day off on the right foot! Advanced Wellness 54 E.

Oakland Ave Doylestown, on Facebook: Yoga at Advanced Wellness (See

ad page 44)

BEGINNERS YOGA Weds 7:30-8:30 PM, This is yoga for the rest of

us. Easy poses, no sweating, a great place to start if youre a newbie or

have been out of practice for a while. Yoga mats are available. Try a first

class for FREE! Advanced Wellness 54 E. Oakland Ave Doylestown, on

Facebook: Yoga at Advanced Wellness (See ad page 44)

TRIBAL BELLY DANCE CLASSES Fitness made fun! Improve

strength, stamina, and flexibility while learning this beautiful art form.

Day, evening, and weekend classes, beginner through advanced levels,

as well as specialty skills. Open to women of all ages, shapes, and ability

levels. Tribal Bellies Dance Studio, 1810 County Line Rd, Huntingdon

Valley, PA. (see website for ful l c lass schedule)

www.tribalbelliesstudio.com 215-504-9732

DRUM CIRCLE Second Friday of each month at 7:30pm. We have drums

or bring your own. Feel the healing power of music and drums, and leave


with a sense of peace and exhilaration! RSVP at 215-736-3803 or

[email protected]. Dr. Susan Burgers Vitality Center, 300

W. Trenton Ave, Suite 200, Morrisville, Pa. (See ad page 32)

PUPPY SOCIAL HOUR Free Puppy Social Hour at Holiday House Pet

Resort & Doylestown Veterinary Hospital every Thursday from 7-8pm.

Socializing your puppy with other people and pets is a great way to build

a bond with your new best friend, to begin a training program, to meet

other pet parents and to meet experts on pet care and best practices.

Classes fill quickly. Call 215-345-6960 to register. Call Doylestown

Veterinary Hospital at 215-345-6000 for all your pet care needs including

required vaccinations and holistic therapies.380 N. Shady Retreat Rd,

Doylestown. info@holidayhousepetresort .com Visit

holidayhousepetresort.com or doylestownveterinaryhospital.com for

details and directions. (See ad page 4)

DRUM CIRCLE @ RINAS ROCKS EVERY 3RD FRIDAY 7-9PM

Please join us Every 3rd Friday of the month at Rinas Rocks for an

Jammin Drum Circle! Drum to Celtic, Afro, & Native American beats. Bring

your own drum if you have 1 or if you dont, we have a few you can use!

7-9pm $5 Rinas Rocks 42 S. York Rd. Hatboro Pa 215-443-ROCK


BAREFOOT VITALITY Become functionally fit, lean and strong!

Barefoot Vitality combines movements inspired by pilates, plyometrics,

yoga and weight training in a safe, fat-burning workout that does not stress

your joints. You will strengthen your back, core and entire body in a

balanced way that promotes flexibility in every direction so that all your

activities are more effective and safe. The benefits are esp

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