2008 August Newsbriefs

Brennan Energy Healing

Beth Lambdin is thrilled to offer Brennan Healing Science sessions, a cutting-edge system of energy healing steeped in the traditions of the ancients but modern in its application of quantum physics. As a Brennan Healing Science Practitioner, Beth is trained in over 60 specialized healing techniques and works with the subtle energies that surround and penetrate her clients’ bodies to restore and maintain health. Beth tailors her work to her clients’ unique needs and believes, "Healing may result in improved physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual health." She also offers massage therapy as well as sessions that integrate massage and Brennan Healing Science.

In addition to completing the rigorous four-year training program at the Barbara Brennan School of Healing in Miami, Beth is an LMT, Reiki practitioner, and holds Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Special Education.

Sessions are held at the Cocoa Beach Wellness Center, 236 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach. Initial telephone consultations are free. For more information call 321-298-2743, e-mail beth@bethlambdin.com, or visit www.cocoabeachwellnesscenter.com.

Health Connections Celebrates 20 Years

Candice Klein, DBA Health Connections, is celebrating 20 years of service in Brevard by offering colon cleansings at reduced rates. Candice explains, "More than 70 million Americans struggle with digestive problems. Constipation, digestive distress, and mucous in the stool are just a few signs that your colon may not be completely healthy." Candice believes the standard American diet lacks fermented foods, fiber, adequate hydration, and exercise which may lead to a build up of waste material on the intestinal walls. This creates an environment where toxic pathogens can thrive, leading to a slow onset of illness and disease. A healthy colon provides clear skin, effortless and regular eliminations, mild smelling breath, no bloating, and no mucous or partially digested food in the stool.

Candice is licensed by the state of Florida and Nationally Certified by I-ACT. She is a Body Ecology Coach, teaches classes on fermenting food, and provides information on diet and lifestyle changes.

For more information on anniversary discounts, call 321-725-8347 or visit Health Connections, 320 Fourth Ave, Indialantic.

Intimacy Retreats in Mexico

Two new options for romantic Intimacy Retreats held in Mexico are October 8-11, 2008 or January 24-31, 2009. Intimacy Retreats are vacation/workshops for couples, led by Richard and Diana Daffner, MA. The retreats provide couples with a romantic opportunity to learn how ancient eastern teachings can benefit and profoundly transform modern western relationships. The three-night event in October and the seven-night experience in January are both designed to enhance intimacy on all levels – physical, emotional, and spiritual.

Tulum Beach, Mexico, has been the location of the Daffners’ annual winter retreat for seven years. In October, the Daffners will be part of the invitational Forum of Healers held at the same resort. Couples attending the October Retreat are offered free participation in the Forum which includes local Mayan shamans and international leaders in various holistic fields.

Florida retreat weekends are August 22-24 and September 12-14 in Siesta Key, Sarasota and September 26-28 at Caliente Resort near Tampa. For more information, call 941-349-6804, 877-282-4244, or visit www.IntimacyRetreats.com/na.htm. Natural Awakenings readers receive a 20% discount with mention of this news brief.

Photographer Offers Color Advice

Color in the environment can impact our health, state of mind, and sense of well being. It can also influence whether the camera loves the subject in photos. "Wearing your complimentary colors is the key to an amazing photographic portrait," says photoartist Ella Chabot-Remington, owner of Shot By Ella Photoart, LLC in Sebastian.

When Ella sees a client for the first time, she scans colors in her mind and computes which colors will enhance the individual's natural skin tones, hair, and eye coloring. As a photographer and artist, she has developed a keen awareness of shades and hues of color. Each individual possesses one of a kind, subtle natural colors. Just as artists use a color wheel to select the most complementary paints for their canvas, Ella advises her clients to wear clothing and accessories that flatter and harmonize with their unique blend of natural color. "I request clients bring outfits in several colors, especially their favorite colors or shades that have earned them compliments from others," remarks Ella. "When I hold fabrics up next to a client, I see the colors interplaying between the person and the garments and thus, determine which outfits will create the best shots."

For more information call 772- 713-0371 or e-mail ecr57@bellsouth.net.

Greenway Carpet Care Expands to Indian River County

In addition to Brevard County, Greenway Carpet Care is now servicing Vero Beach and other Indian River County communities.

Greenway is a dry-extraction system that deep cleans carpets, rugs, and tile without steam, shampoo, or harsh chemicals. In addition to removing deep-down dirt, it also decreases mold spores, dust mites and pet dander allergen by up to 95%. Plus, there is no waste water or toxic detergents and solvents to pollute the earth.

Greenway is extending their cleaning special - Any 3 rooms for $75. For more information in Indian River County call 772-539-9725 or for Brevard County call 321-406-1513, or visit www.greenwaycarpetcare.com.

Environmentally Responsible Product Marketplace

Amedank is excited to announce the availability of environmentally responsible products that encourage and inspire green living. By featuring quality goods made from sustainable, renewable materials, such as organic cotton, corn, and hemp, these ecologically intelligent products have less toxic impact whether recycled or reused, plus they are biodegradable or compostable.

Amedank’s earth-friendly items are produced by companies that have proven their concern for ethical standards and treatment of workers. It is Amedank’s desire to actively participate in creating a healthy, safe, green environment, now and for future generations. Their goal is to provide practical products and solutions to help consumers balance their personal responsibilities of today with those they leave for the world tomorrow. By purchasing products from their store customers can take pride in knowing they are making a sustainable positive impact on our world. Commercial requests for quotes from interior designers, contractors, and LEED building professionals are welcome. Amedank is also available to bid on procuring environmentally preferred materials and accessories for sustainable projects.

To shop for earth-friendly products visit www.amedank.com.

Qigong Classes in Indian River

Joane Patrick, Wu Wei Qigong instructor, is happy to announce several locations for her Qigong classes. Qigong can be described as the cultivation of vital energy or achieving a state of body and mind that allows the person to work at their optimum level of energy and efficiency.

Joane’s life journey took her in directions of philosophy, alternative living choices, and the healing arts. During her search, Joane discovered Qigong and has seen many cases of people becoming healthier, more balanced, and getting off their medications. After studying with many Yogis and Qigong Masters, her desire to teach came from her own pain and suffering and her love of the planet and its inhabitants. She lives by Joseph Campbell’s philosophy, "If you want to teach people something about the world, the best thing you can teach them is how to live in it." Joane’s classes utilize a vibrant simplicity with easy, flowing movements, a proactive attitude, and most of all having fun.

Classes offered at the Jungle Club in Vero Beach, Wabasso Beach at 510, Riverview Park in Sebastian, Kashi Yoga Studio, and The Villages Life Long Learning College in The Villages. Please call 321-960-8437 or 772-581-2629 for more information.

Yoga Teacher Training in Sebastian

Kashi School of Yoga, AYoga Alliance registered school, is offering a certified Yoga Instructor Training. The training course is a 200-hour, RYT Yoga Alliance certified program which has graduated three very successful graduating classes. The program allows students to experience the flow and depth of Kali Natha Yoga, a unique yoga practice. Kali Natha Yoga incorporates pranayama, mudra, mantra, meditation, and physical asanas into numerous flow series. Practice of the series can awaken kundalini and ignite the flame of transformation. Students will be immersed in the depths of this ancient practice of yoga. The program offers a unique opportunity to join students from all over the country to learn yoga in a sacred Ashram environment.

The class consists of two ten-day sessions, September 19-28 and November 28- December 7. For more information call 772-589-1403, ext.109 or visit www.kashi.org. Kashi School of Yoga is located at 11155 Roseland Rd., Sebastian.

Health Café opens in Titusville

Nature’s Provider Health Food Store in Titusville now offers lunch from 11-3pm in their spacious café. The menu includes healthy sandwiches and wraps for vegetarians as well as meat-eaters, organic hot dogs, and smoothies. Customers can eat in and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere or call in for take-out. Nature’s Provider also offers everyday discount prices on name brand vitamins, supplements, herbs and teas and customers are invited to relax and read a healthy alternative book from the bookrack.

Tai Chi and Yoga classes are available evenings and weekends. Tai Chi classes are Wednesdays from 7pm-8pm and Saturdays from 9am-10am and Yoga classes are Tuesdays from 7pm-8pm and Thursday from 7:30pm-8:30pm. Whether eating, shopping, reading, exercising or just relaxing, Nature’s Provider welcomes you to, "Visit us today for a healthier tomorrow."

Nature’s Provider, LLC is located at 490 Garden St., (The Old Depot building) in Titusville. For more information call 321-747-0977 or visit www.naturesprovider.com.

Yoga Teacher Training in Melbourne

The Yoga Center, a Registered Yoga School with the Yoga Alliance, will be offering a 200-hour certified Yoga Teacher Training program under the direction of Linda Morse, E-RYT, 500. The curriculum covers techniques, teaching methodology, anatomy and physiology, philosophy, ethics, lifestyle, practicum, and independent assignments. Specific areas of attention will be asanas (postures), pranayamas (breath techniques), and meditation. Students will learn the principles of demonstration, observation, assisting, correcting, instruction, teaching styles, qualities of a teacher, the student’s process of learning, how to provide a safe environment, and being a guide for their student’s personal journey. Although rooted within the Kripalu tradition, this program is centered as BEAM Yoga™, which is based within the yogic tradition on the principles of breath, energy, alignment, and movement.

Program runs nine weekends beginning August 15 and ending December 7. Cost is $1,950 with a $200 deposit. For additional information call 321-728-0300, visit www.YogaCenterMelbourne.com, or visit the Yoga Center at 1540 S. John Rhodes Blvd., Melbourne (half mile from Rt. 192, near I-95).

Morning Call Launches Nationally

Morning Call is a free motivational, inspirational conference call done in a radio show format from 8:30–9:30 a.m. eastern time Monday through Friday. The show will launch beginning Monday, August 4, with participants being able to call in at 1-605-475-6900 for the live show or 1-605-475-6950 throughout the day to hear a recording. By simply keying in the pin–4618# anyone can join the call to receive a daily pick-me-up.

The premise behind the call-in-only show is to encourage people to get started on an upbeat, positive note everyday. The Morning Call will focus on creating prosperity and success, common breakdowns, breakthroughs and living-in-the-flow; empowering participants to create the lives they truly deserve and desire. Participants will have the opportunity to receive coaching over the call as well as submit topics and questions.

The show will be based on the principles of the Art of Flow® by the creator of the show, Freddie Zeringue. Zeringue has been a leading Transformational Life Coach who has been practicing and teaching the Art of Flow® principles and techniques, individually and in workshop form for 20 years.

For more information and to submit topics or questions that you would like addressed on the call visit: www.FreeMorningCall.com or email: info@freemorningcall.com.

Natural Awakenings Goes Digital

Natural Awakenings magazine is now available as a digital, interactive e-zine. Readers who request the new digital service will receive their monthly copy of Natural Awakenings Online through their email address.

The new digital format offers additional interactive benefits for email subscribers. Readers can click the Contents page for immediate access to articles, or search for information about a specific topic or event and create bookmarks and notes. Website links will connect them with local and nationwide resources and advertisers. Readers share articles and bookmarks, which they can email to friends. Digital subscribers can also download an offline version of the magazine if they want to print articles at home.

"We are excited about offering Natural Awakenings Online to our readers," says Publisher Kris Urquhart. "The local print editions of Natural Awakenings have always served as central connecting points for everyone in our natural and green living community. Now, through our digital publication and its linking capabilities, we can facilitate even more connections."

Urquhart says the new digital magazine also will be complimentary, and subscribers can have it emailed to them at no charge before the first of each month. "That’s a plus for people who may not have a chance to pick up a print copy until later in the month; they can check the digital calendar right away, so they don’t miss any events."

To receive the digital version signup online at www.myNaturalAwakenings.com.

Chemical-free Oriental Rug Cleaning Available

Natural fiber Oriental rugs are textile floor coverings that are hand-woven or machine-made consisting of cotton, wool, silk and jute with or without a pile surface. Wool has natural soil hiding properties and some rugs can hold up to two pounds of soil per square foot before beginning to look dirty.

The preferred system for cleaning natural area rugs is to remove them from the home or business and clean them in a controlled "in-plant" environment, where careful inspection and testing can be performed before cleaning. Armstrong’s rug cleaning plant is designed with a pit cleaning system to thoroughly flush and rinse soils and biological contaminants out of your rugs for a fresh, chemical-free cleaning. When necessary, on location cleaning may be performed.

Phil and Desiree Colaiacomo, owners of Armstrong’s both hold IICRC Master Textile and Oriental Rug Cleaning Certifications. They are experts at cleaning and trouble shooting problem rugs and have been in business servicing Brevard and Indian River counties since 1990.

For more information call 321-729-8049 or 772-388-2244.

New Qigong Classes in Suntree

Richard Todd has been teaching Qigong in the Cocoa area for the last three years and is excited to announce new classes in the Suntree area. "Qigong can help you reach a higher level of performance, energy, health, stability, resilience and happiness," says Richard. "Qigong is an ancient philosophy about life that teaches us how to maintain our bodies in optimal health and to bring our mental and emotional faculties into harmony so that we can meet life and its challenges with confidence."

Richard Todd, BSAE, MBA, has a lifetime certification with the Health Preservation Association, conferred by Grandmaster Jiang Jian-Ye (Albany, NY), is certified with the National Qigong Association and with the Qi Gong Wellness Institute by Master Teresa Yeung (Toronto, Canada).

For more information call 321-631-6791 or visit http://www.rwtodd.net.

Deep Tissue Massage in Rockledge

Stephanie Pena, Licensed Massage Therapist, is excited to offer massage in the Rockledge area. Work, stress, and daily activities can contribute to body aches and pains which can easily be relieved with massage. Stephanie believes relaxation is becoming more and more important with the increasing amount of stress in our daily routines and states, "Massage is an excellent way for anyone to achieve relaxation." Stephanie specializes in deep tissue massage and would like to invite those who are stressed or experiencing aches and pains to try massage therapy for relief.

For more information call Stephanie at 321-690-1220 or 321-652-8785.