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12 EDIBLE TREATS AS HOLIDAY GIFTS

16 NEW VISIONS FOR A NEW WORLD

20 22 LOVE FOR HOMEMADE SKIN THE HOLIDAYS TREATMENTS

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10 ATLANTA BRIEFS • CHIROPRACTIC • NUTRITION • CHINESE MEDICINE • APPLIED KINESIOLOGY 24 12 CONSCIOUS EATING NATURAL 16 PERSONAL EVOLUTION CHOICES FOR DIABETES 20 INSPIRATION PREVENTION 22 HEALING WAYS 26 34 CALENDAR 38 36 COMMUNITY DIRECTORY MATT KAHN 38 WISE WORDS ON WAKING UP 404.253.3110

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To give a gift a “wow” factor, blogger For a hostess gift that will be eaten Shelley Fulton, in Hudson, Ohio, immediately, Fulton loves making fruit recommends making a themed basket kabob bouquets, made festive by using that may include a mix of homemade red and green fruits like strawberries and and purchased items. “You can take your kiwi cut into holiday-themed shapes like signature spice rub or that homemade stars and bells. “This is a fun one to make soup mix everyone raves about and with kiddos,” adds the blogger. expand into a gift basket with other If concerned about preparing food products that support the theme, like items for someone due to COVID-19, barbecue tools for the spice rub or a Fulton suggests assembling a countertop kettle with cute soup bowls and a new herb garden or a handmade book of ladle for the soup mix,” says Fulton, the favorite recipes, with a promise to cook creator of Two Healthy Kitchens. For together soon. the dog lovers on a holiday list, Fulton The spirit that goes into holiday suggests making homemade sweet potato gift-making matters as much as the end dog biscuits, which can be bundled in a product. Making thoughtful presents for dog bed with other canine comforts. loved ones is a great time to reflect upon Stephanie Hafferty, author of The our blessings, especially those that have Creative Kitchen: Seasonal Plant Based blessed our lives this year. Recipes for Meals, Drinks, Garden and jill heyer/Unsplash.com Self Care, suggests handcrafted items like Connect with Washington, D.C., freelance infused vinegars, herb salts, herbal tea writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

blends or spice mixes for foodies on the lydia matzal/Unsplash.com The Gift of Yum holiday gift list. Infused concoctions can be easily Homemade Treats made by steeping a light vinegar like champagne or cider with rosemary, Spark Holiday Cheer thyme or other perennial herbs, along Holiday Gift-Giving Recipes with a spiraled citrus peel, for two weeks by April Thompson before gifting. “Infused vinegars look so lovely and go with so many winter dishes. Christmas Cocoa Crunch Bark They also have the advantage of being yield: 30 pieces antiviral and having the shelf life of a few ift-givers seeking memorable presents while avoiding holiday shopping ½ cup 100% cocoa powder, unsweetened years,” says Hafferty. stress need look no further than the kitchen. Edible homemade gifts make ½ cup coconut oil, melted Herb-infused olive oils make another special, welcome treats, help slow down the shopping frenzy of the season and 2 Tbsp raw quinoa Gincrease creativity in the kitchen. While 79 percent of recipients return some holiday gorgeous foodie gift, but Hafferty warns 2 Tbsp maple syrup of botulism risk if the herbs are not gifts every year, food and handmade items rank in the top 10 treasured gifts, according ¼ tsp stevia completely dried beforehand and fully to Survey Monkey research. ¼ cup dried cranberries submerged in the oil. “Make this one Mackenzie Burgess, a Fort Collins, Colorado, dietitian and recipe developer at ¼ cup pistachios, roughly chopped closer to the time you plan to give it Cheerful Choices, encourages holiday gift-givers to think beyond the Christmas 2 Tbsp candied orange, diced in small pieces and include instructions to use within a cookie. One of her go-to holiday gifts, a lentil and brown rice dry soup mix, features ½ tsp pink Himalayan salt few weeks,” recommends the Somerset, colorful dry ingredients layered in a Mason jar and the recipe attached with a pretty 2 Tbsp white chocolate, melted (optional) ribbon. “This shelf-stable dry soup mix is the perfect, plant-based meal to make on England, author. a chilly night, and makes for a unique, affordable and thoughtful gift,” says Burgess, Unusual spice mixes are another Toast raw quinoa over medium-high heat until slightly browned and nutty aroma. adding that the Mason jars can be repurposed. favorite gift of Hafferty’s, which can In a small bowl, mix together cocoa powder and melted coconut oil. Stir in toasted qui- For a sweet but healthy treat, Burgess offers freezer-friendly energy bites, which can encourage home cooks to get creative. noa, maple syrup and stevia. be made in large quantities in advance and frozen or refrigerated, then popped into “Ras el Hanout is a versatile Moroccan jars at gift time. These gluten-free, vegan treats can be made with common pantry spice blend that elevates dishes to another Pour mixture onto a plate or sheet pan lined with parchment paper or wax paper. Sprinkle items, including a base of oats, nut butter and a sweetener like honey or agave, as well dimension. You can upcycle an old tin pistachios, dried cranberries, candied oranges and salt over the melted chocolate mixture. as “fixings” such as shredded coconut, dried cranberries or goji berries, chopped nuts, and decorate it with images of Moroccan Drizzle white chocolate over the top and use a toothpick to create swirl effect if desired. tiles and add a homemade booklet with or chia or flax seeds to boost the flavor and nutrition. Natural food coloring can also be Freeze for 1 hour. Break into pieces and enjoy. Store leftovers in freezer for up to 3 months. recipe ideas,” she says. added to foster a more festive look. photo by Mackenzie Burgess, RDN Recipe from Mackenzie Burgess, Cheerful Choices. 12 NA Edition/Atlanta naAtlanta.com December 2020 13 Energy Bites Rosemary-Infused Vinegar yield: 12 large bites or 24 small bites This fragrant, versatile vinegar makes a delightful holiday gift that can be enjoyed for These energy bites are the perfect snack to months. Rosemary vinegar is delicious in salad dressings, sprinkled on vegetables (it is The Mantram of grab and go. They’re completely customiz- especially good on Brussels sprouts, cabbage and other brassicas) or added to sauces and able and take 5 minutes or less to make. It’s homemade mayonnaise. It is also an excellent natural cleaner. easy to create festive, colored bites for the Fresh sprigs rosemary Unification holidays. Simply add one-quarter cup of oats Light vinegar (organic apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar) into a bowl with 15-30 drops of food color- Clean bottles ing and give it a stir. Then, simply roll your Labels The sons of men are one finished balls in the food-colored oats. and I am one with them. Wash the bottles and lids until they sparkle and then dry them thoroughly. Shake the 1 cup rolled oats or quick oats rosemary sprigs to dislodge any dirt or insects if taken from the garden, then rinse and air ½ cup add-ins (dried fruit, chocolate chips, dry. I seek to love, not hate; shredded coconut, chia seeds, ground photo by Stephanie Hafferty Cut the rosemary so that it is two inches shorter than the bottle. This is so that all of the flaxseed, chopped nuts or a mixture) I seek to serve and not herb will be submerged in the vinegar. Place two sprigs of rosemary into each bottle. ½ cup nut or seed butter (peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, sun butter) exact due service; Cover with vinegar until the bottle is almost full and replace the lid. 1 Tbsp liquid (plant-based milk, dairy milk, water, coconut oil) I seek to heal, not hurt. Label creatively; a small sprig of dried rosemary tied to the outside of the bottle is a nice 2-3 Tbsp honey or maple syrup touch. Let pain bring due reward Add oats, add-ins, nut or seed butter, and liquid to a large bowl. Stir to combine. Mixture The vinegar will store for a long time in the refrigerator. When using in the kitchen, the of light and love. should be slightly sticky, but still crumbly. level of vinegar will fall below the sprigs. When this happens, remove the rosemary—the vinegar will still taste of the herb. Use up any vinegar past its best as a bathroom cleaner. Let the soul control the outer Add in honey or maple syrup, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach desired sweetness. Stir until Recipes courtesy of Stephanie Hafferty. form, and life and all events, mixture starts to come together in a sticky ball. If the mixture is still too dry, add in 1-2 photo by Stephanie Hafferty And bring to light the more tablespoons of liquid. love which underlies the Place bowl in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to chill, then roll mixture into balls Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) happenings of the time. using hands. and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible. Store in the fridge until ready to eat or pack into a jar for a gift. Store any leftovers in Let vision come and insight. fridge for up to 1 week or the freezer for up to 3 months. Let the future stand revealed. Why a Let inner union demonstrate Naturopath? and outer cleavages be gone. Because we eliminate root causes, not just symptoms. Because we heal the whole person — physical, emotional Let love prevail. Ras el Hanout Spice Mix Let all men love. and mental — not just treat a body part. Because we This is lovely sprinkled onto roasting engage your natural healing capacity instead of prescribing vegetables or added to falafel mixes, soups, pharmaceuticals. And because we practice “an ounce of stews and tagines. prevention is worth a pound of cure.” 1 tsp cumin seeds For more information 1 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp coriander seeds bit.ly/share-se 1 tsp ground nutmeg 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp fennel seeds 2 tsp cinnamon or 1 cinnamon photo by Stephanie Hafferty stick, ground SHARE 1 tsp smoked paprika or Dry roast the cumin, coriander, Janine Romaner International Network red pepper flakes peppercorns, fennel and star anise in a Naturopathic Doctor 1 tsp black peppercorns cast-iron skillet until lightly toasted. This 770.640.6690 naturallyhealthy.ws Southeast Region 1 tsp cayenne (optional for takes a minute or two and smells gorgeous. spicier version) Cool and mix with the other ingredients, 5 star anise grinding in a pestle and mortar or spice ½ tsp ground cloves blender until the mixture resembles a fine Seeds from 10 cardamom pods powder. Store in a glass-lidded container. 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14 NA Edition/Atlanta naAtlanta.com December 2020 15 PERSONAL EVOLUTION achievable. The story, which he believes is attainable, calls for people, governments and organizations to embrace a partnership paradigm to protect, restore, Seeing the World regenerate and repair damages to our planet’s natural world, which we call the environment. Using indigenous wisdom, organizations such as the Pachamama Differently Alliance and Bioneers are helping individuals worldwide to recognize by Linda Sechrist that humanity is here to be in service to life. Creating the right conditions for revitalizing life is the opposite of our collective story that views the natural he most familiar form of human activity and the most natural way to describe what In the 1980s, author and cultural world only as a resource. happens in our lives is through telling stories. Toddlers listen to stories that have historian Thomas Berry declared that Eisenstein’s ideas for regenerative contained the same archetypal characters acting out similar plots for millennia. humanity needed a new story that is less agriculture match those described TIn literature, folktales and myths all over the world, stories serve the purpose of providing destructive and dysfunctional. Berry in environmentalist Paul Hawken’s life instructions and answering humanity’s fundamental questions about the nature of filled lecture halls, telling attendees, “We Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan existence, such as who we are, where we came from, the definition of our purpose and the are in trouble now because we don’t have Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming. nature of our reality. a good story. The old story, the account In October, Drawdown Georgia became of how the world came to be and how the first state-centered effort to crowd-

we fit into it, isn’t functioning properly. solve for climate change, with solutions preiscilla dupreez/Unsplash.com What once sustained us, shaped our tailored to Georgia’s unique natural, emotional attitude, provided us with life economic and social resources. self-image as consumers of stuff gives humans the rights and responsibilities to live out purpose, energized action, consecrated our full co-creative humanity. suffering, integrated knowledge and New Science Story guided education is no longer serving Evolution biologist Elisabet Sahtouris’ A Global Commons Sharing Solutions humanity.” As we are discovering globally stories about science shine a light on the Through the daily sharing of stories with keynote speakers and panel discussions, through hard experience, the old stories of broader perspective of life and science Garrison increases the momentum of the Humanity Rising movement, which includes rugged individualism and conquering and gained from studying multiple worldviews. Ubiquity University students, program participants and more than 400 organizations that dominating the natural world have run A scholar of ancient sciences, come together as a “global commons” to take counsel and share what they are developing their course with grim results. Sahtouris reminds us that the original for their own networks. In the last four decades, fragments of purpose of science was to find guidance Humanity Rising was launched to try to leverage the crisis of the coronavirus a new story have been slowly emerging. for human affairs by studying nature. pandemic into an opportunity for human renewal and increase our resilience to future Because it isn’t deemed worthy of main- During a recent conversation with challenges. This new form of real-life competency education delivered in TED Talk-style stream media, the public is left in the dark Ubiquity University founder Jim Garrison presentations, moderated dialogues, working groups, blogs, ongoing conversations, about new, life-instructing stories capable in the online Humanity Rising’s Global group discussions and other interactions provides participants a wide scope of of altering human civilization in positive Solutions Summit, she says, “We have possibilities and activities for working together for global solutions. ways. Were these story fragments woven to- acted in opposition and made ecology gether in an anthology, chapters on climate, subservient to our economy, using ecology economy, religion, environment, science, as a set of resources for human economics. politics, medicine, education, conscious When we make our economy fit into Rebalansing Health evolution and community would constitute nature’s economy, which we call ecology, A DIFFERENT KIND OF PHYSICAL THERAPY a useful account of ideas and concepts ca- we’ll have ecosophy, the ‘wisdom of the Are you in pain? pable of bringing about a brighter future for Earth itself’ that occurs when a man Oren Bar understands your pain, whether it’s from humanity and the planet. These possibilities knows how to listen with love.” injury or trauma. With 20 years of healing experience, would surely capture readers’ imaginations. Oren treats the source of your pain, not just the Sahtouris teaches corporations about symptoms. No medications, no gym, no gimmicks or ecosophy’s new view of a conscious time-wasting techniques. One-on-one manual therapy New Climate Story universe and a living Earth in which we that gets to the source of your pain to switch it off. In Climate: A New Story, writer and are co-creators. This, she believes, takes Rebalansing Health, LLC activist Charles Eisenstein suggests that we humans out of fatalistic victimhood so 300 West Wieuca Rd NE | Bldg 1, Suite 214 | Atlanta GA stopthepain.now.site | [email protected] need a new story that makes possible the that we can become consciously active 770-815-8512 lightscience/AdobeStock.com more beautiful world our hearts know is agents of our destiny. Lifting the fog of our 16 NA Edition/Atlanta naAtlanta.com December 2020 17 Economics Story while taking on new patterns of thought Mind-Body Medicine, in Washington, D.C. A trained facilitator of small groups, she has been teaching trauma and stress healing If British economist Kate Raworth writes and action in approaching its maturity. via Zoom calls during the pandemic. a follow-up to her bestselling book Donut Accepting the oneness of humanity as a Initially, Phelps was concerned about how the levels of intima- Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a biological fact, a social necessity and a 21st Century Economist, she’ll certainly spiritual reality will lead us further along cy, trust and vulnerability necessary for individuals to develop a add a case study of her consulting work our journey toward lasting peace.” sense of cohesiveness and bonding could be formed via computer in Amsterdam, where her donut model Atkinson believes global harmony is screens. By using the center’s model of self-care, self-awareness is now embraced as the starting point for inevitable when we exercise our obliga- and mutual support that has its roots in indigenous culture, public policy decisions. Amsterdam is the tion to independently investigate reality she felt her concern dissipate as group members began to bond Professional Freelance Editor, world’s first city to make a commitment and stop blindly and uncritically follow- quickly. “Our guidelines call for no cross-talking and no inter- Ghostwriter & Copywriter to Raworth’s concepts: “Out with the ing various traditions, movements and rupting. Confidentiality is sacred. I’m a facilitator and a partici- global attachment to economic growth opinions. He says, “I consider this as one pant, which most models don’t allow,” says Phelps. She speculates and laws of supply and demand, and in of the main sources of world conflict.” that the success of online bonding might be due to participants with … what it means for countries, cit- feeling safer in their homes with a little extra anonymity, not- YOUR BOOK ies and people to thrive in balance with Undivided Wholeness ing, “Not being face-to-face seems to allow people to share more YOUR VOICE the planet,” as reported in The Guardian. In a world engulfed by fragmentation, the freely. These weird times are creating a commonality and a sense The simple central premise of Raworth’s film Infinite Potential: The Life & Ideas of of community connection.” Conscious Choice YOUR WORK alternative to growth economics is that David Bohm is a healing balm with the the goal of economic activity should be potential to overturn our ideas about the Leah Lamb, a sacred storyteller in Topanga, California, defines her to meet the core needs of all within the world and ourselves. “The core work of role as a seer far beyond the present moment. In Lamb’s online means of the planet. David Bohm, considered one of the most tioned and how intimately they were integrated with it. classes with her storytelling community, she loves sharing quotes ELEVATED significant theoretical physicists of the Tribes around the globe have ancient extinction stories that by other storytellers such as Rebecca Solnit, “We think we tell

Interconnectedness hugo/AdobeStock.com foretold the crises we are collectively experiencing, as well as stories; but stories often tell us … Too often stories saddle us, and Capture the hearts and minds 20th century, is our essential intercon- Author Robert Atkinson’s contribution potential outcomes and possible solutions. In Sacred Instructions: they ride us and whip us onward and tell us what to do and we do of your readers with writing nectedness and undivided wholeness Indigenous Wisdom for Living Spirit-Based Change, Sherri Mitch- it without questioning. The task of learning to be free is to learn to that flows smoothly, to the new story is his understanding from which we get a sense of our own ell (Weh’na Ha’mu Kwasset) tells the story of the Mohawk Seventh conveys energy and personality, of the underlying unity in all religions interconnectivity,” says producer and hear them; to question them, to pause and hear silence, to name commands attention, and and all humanity, expressed throughout director Paul Howard. “This realization Generation Prophecy. “The Onkwehonwe, or real people, rise them and then become a storyteller of your own story.” delivers your ideas and stories his book The Story of Our Time: From makes it logical to start taking better care up and demand their wisdom and way of life be respected and “In our role of storyteller, we can’t be without understanding with conviction and finesse. Duality to Interconnectedness to Oneness. of ourselves, each other and planet Earth.” hugo/AdobeStock.com that the natural way of the Earth and way of life be fully restored. that we tell stories about how we are in the world as much as Call the Writing Doctor. “Nature is an embodiment of the divine, Howard notes, “David was interested in Teachings on the indigenous way of life are being sought after, stories tell us how to be in world. Identify and notice your stories, and the whole Earth is sacred. Its vast the nature of thought and consciousness. and all that remains is that we work together to restore the Earth then understand how they are running you, so you can conscious- resources are our common heritage en- Realizing that he wanted to develop full to a state of balance and good health,” she says. ly choose your place in them,” advises Lamb, who encourages her trusted to us,” he says. “Humanity is one expression of his interests, he explored students to discover the genius of their own calling. family. Having passed through the stage wider domains and investigated different Medicine and Community These are only some chapters in the new story that calls for of childhood, humanity is now strug- worldviews with sages, philosophers and each of us to be aware of the stories we live by, as well as those Thousands of people are gathering in online intentional com- gling to leave behind its adolescent ways spiritual leaders such as the Dalai Lama, we tell ourselves and others. It also begs us to ask what is our munities associated with personal growth, healing and spiritual who called David his ‘science guru’. A role in the new story. awakening. Jennifer Phelps, M.D., owner and director of Phelps lifelong concern with social and political MD Integrative Medicine, in Redding, Connecticut, practices change led him to develop the Bohm Dia- Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. mind-body medicine and is a faculty member of the Center for logue, a form of communication aiming Connect at LindaSechrist.com. to break through our collective modes of habitual thought. He also spent time with Lives Can Change for the indigenous people, searching for a new form of language in which to express his Better. Shouldn’t Yours? ideas in a more process-oriented way.” Call for a FREE 30-minute life Diane Eaton, MCIS coaching session! The Writing Doctor Indigenous Wisdom Live simply and share 678-938-2777 Marketing Certified While the early church developed and time, energy and material blankpageconsult.com by Hubspot grew in numbers by assimilating the resources with those 404.585.7590 wisdom of the world about it, including who are in need. paganism, it neglected to assimilate the DianeTheWritingDoctor.com ~Thich Nhat Hanh [email protected] intuitive ways in that indigenous people knew the natural world, how it func-

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create a just and civil world but to reveal the and that makes those around us unhappy. Where Silence energies of justice and civility that already There are many ways we can try to Takes Us permeate around us. Like love, we do not improve this situation – empathetic listen- BRINGING LOVE by David Ault go out to seek it. It is fully present; we’re ing, trying to be open-minded to others’ invited to remove the barriers within our ideas, be more trusting, etc. But there is one HOME FOR “Silence is the language of God, own mind towards its existence. powerful, universal force that unites and all else is a poor translation.” The language of God as silence is vital harmonizes. Through the use of this force, ~Rumi to this awareness. the other ways of being more positive THE HOLIDAYS Whether you decide to engage your and improving relationships will come magine that you, as a soul, are in a movie, inner bodhisattva is not a right or wrong naturally. The word for it is “love.” Sage Advice from Spiritual Ireading this article and thinking about decision. We’re all part of a perfect pattern- During the upcoming holiday season, the holidays. Your movie is just one of ing; none of us have ever been kicked out of let us try not to be affected by the negativity Leaders Among Us millions upon millions upon millions of the garden. We’ve just forgotten who we are. in the world, but rather open our hearts to movies your soul is experiencing. They’re that universal force of love so that we are While December is usually considered a time for closeness and holiday cheer, all playing simultaneously in a sort of cos- David Ault is a thought leader, teacher, affecting ourselves, those around us, and mic universal Cineplex on adjacent screens. coach and global education advocate. the world in a very positive, uplifting way. this month we find ourselves at the end of one of the most turbulent and Though each movie feels separate, they’re He is the founder and executive director One of the most powerful ways contentious years in our nation’s history. In light of the hope inspired by the all one organism—that is, God, Love, Life, of Kaleidoscope Child Foundation, a of tuning in with that universal love is holidays and the new year, Natural Awakenings asked several of Atlanta’s spiritual aboard/AdobeStock.com Source, the Allness—whatever term feels non-profit organization that helps serve by meditation. leaders to help us see how we might bring more peace and reconciliation into our best to you to describe the indescribable. vulnerable children in India, Cambodia I would like to share with you an homes, communities and beyond. Additional contributions that couldn’t fit in Devotion to inner silence has helped and Guatemala. excerpt from Metaphysical Meditations, our print edition can be seen at bit.ly/bringing-love-home. me understand the insanity of seeking one- a book by . The dimensional answers to our multidimen- excerpt is called “Expanding Love.” He sional experience. Silence has taught me suggested not only reading the words but At Christmas time, we celebrate the concern, sensitivity and silence. Most of all, A Harmonizing that, only when I’m able to fully honor this meditating, dwelling on, and feeling what The Power of Love birth of a man who taught “Love your en- she appears as our plan to retreat when we by Rev. Richard Burdick multidimensional experience as a perfect and Unifying the words represent. emies as yourself.” This year, consider that begin to feel we have dropped her shield patterning and see my soul’s role and all Universal Force we have no enemies. Consider that nothing and allowed the edge of ego’s blade to rile he glove has been tossed into the ring! other souls’ roles as perfect, can I fully show by Brother Ishtananda My kingdom of love shall expand. I have and no one is against us. Although the task us to defense, or worse, counterattack. It is The holiday gauntlet has been thrown up in my movie as a bodhisattva—one loved my body more than anything else. T is arduous, the rewards are immense. If we not retreat as surrender, but as non-resis- down! Masked or not, elated with the elec- who is dedicated to alleviating the suffer- magine you are walking in the woods, That is why I am identified with and enter the arena with the expectation of an tance and poise. tion results or not, family festivities are just ing of others. A bodhisattva possesses both and you see a beautiful spiderweb, glis- limited by it. With the love that I have enemy, we will find one. Likewise, if we en- Love’s grace understands the truth; I around the corner. Challenged by racial ancestral power and illumined love. Do not tening in the early morning sunlight. There, given to the body, I will love all those ter the arena seeking light amid darkness, as written in A Course in Miracles, “In my injustice or not, the invitations to these confuse them with hermits who remove at each juncture of the web, is a dewdrop, who love me. With the expanded love of we will find it. defenselessness my safety lies.” Her shield perilous yearly gatherings have been issued. themselves from society. On the contrary, and, no matter where you touch the web, those who love me, I will love those who is fearless and eternal. Her mettle, inde- With the world in such a tumult, will May we prepare ourselves by silence is the preparatory fuel for the bod- every dewdrop is affected. Similarly, the are mine. With the love for myself and structible. Contrary to our own egoic need we accept the challenge? drinking so deeply of love’s well, hisattva to advocate, march, mediate and to “dewdrops” of our lives are affected by the the love for my own, I will love those for competition, love opens a corner of It is my hope that we will and that we when conflict rears its head, enter into the lion’s den of systemic issues underlying universal life. who are strangers. I will use all my love our mind to the Taoist teaching that says, appear in the battle’s arena with a new mind that we are an unwavering with vision rather than an aggressive need We are all connected by one to love those who do not love me, as example of love’s presence. “Because the Sage opposes no one, no one and power—the mind and power of love! A to overpower. consciousness. well as those who love me. I will bathe in the world can oppose him.” It is a great non-resistant love that uncovers the heart Currently, that underlying life on our all souls in my unselfish love. In the sea From a sincere desire for unity, and paradox for the ages that reminds us that in behind the politics and the spirit beneath The aim is not to create a just planet is being “touched” by fear, anger, ha- of my love, my family members, my the faith that it is possible, lay your plan. our meekness we will be strong. and civil world but to reveal the the opinions. A non-combative love that tred and other unlovely qualities. If we are countrymen, all nations, and all beings Make it a non-defensive plan to see beyond Let us rise to the occasion with the men- energies of justice and civility that hears the echo of fear’s cry as a call for con- not very self-aware, we will unconsciously will swim. All creation, all the myriads the veils of behavior and attack, challenge tal and emotional softness of one who knows already permeate around us. nection rather than provocation. Consider be adversely affected by what is going on of tiny living things, will dance on the and transgression, to a higher possibility. nothing can defeat love’s supple truth. Let us that verbal jabs are signs of one who thirsts in the world. We might express ourselves waves of my love.” May we, as conscious shifters of family be so steeped in love’s prayer, immersed in for intimacy and doesn’t know how to The bodhisattva isn’t attached to the “how” toward friends and family in negative ways, dynamics, prepare ourselves by drinking so love’s meditation and bathed in love’s baptism ~ Paramahansa Yogananda quench that thirst beyond the annual folly of the desired transformation. That would not realizing where that negativity is com- deeply of love’s well, when conflict rears its that not only is our journey home inevitable, of expected sparring. Show them a different be like trying to solve the mysteries of mul- ing from. These negative qualities have the head, that we are an unwavering example but the entire family will be there as well, Brother Ishtananda is a senior monk way. Look within yourself for a love so pure tidimensionality by attempting to apply a effect of creating disharmony and a sense of love’s presence. raising a glass to a new tradition. of the Self-Realization Fellowship, which that it heals the deepest divide and reveals a frame around an infinite canvas. Transfor- of separation from those around us when Love is demonstrated in many ways: was founded in 1920 by Paramahansa more compassionate possibility beneath the mation is within the mind. What we desire they are not in agreement with our way of as compassion, understanding, forgiveness Rev. Richard Burdick is the Senior Minister Yogananda, and minister counselor of surface of our alleged adversaries. to be, we already are. The aim is not to thinking. The effect is that we are unhappy, and listening. Love presents as sympathy, at Unity North in Marietta, Georgia. the Atlanta SRF Center. 20 NA Edition/Atlanta naAtlanta.com December 2020 21 HEALING WAYS “Honey is also nice for the face and incredibly hydrating for winter,” she says. “Simply warm a little bit, apply it to your clean face for 20 minutes, then rinse with warm water.” “People often forget to apply more moisturizer in winter. One of the best things you can do is exfoliate your face with a simple scrub to slough off dry, dead skin. Use gentler ingredients for your face than your body, like oats, baking soda or almonds ground finely,” says Gerber. For chapped lips, she recommends a gentle exfoliant like sugar and honey applied as an antibacterial lip scrub. “Matcha green tea makes a beautiful mask that astringes and tones skin. Combine it with aloe gel and honey for some soothing moisture in the colder months when our skin needs rejuvenation,” says Adelmann. Some products are best purchased from a commercial Soothing, Hydrating Mask source. “You can make many preparations at home—from masks to cleansing scrubs, cleansers, lotions and creams—but when From Susan Gonzalez, owner, MOON Organics these recipes contain water, they have a short shelf life. If you are looking for something with a longer shelf life, you’re going to run This mask works great for anyone with dry, sensitive, into more complicated instructions incorporating preservatives,” over-treated or sunburned skin. says Adelmann. diego cervo/AdobeStock.com “Moisturizers, creamy cleansers and hand creams have the ¼ soft, ripe avocado steepest learning curve to craft yourself,” says Tourles. “Trying 1 tsp raw honey Gel from a two-inch (approximately) house-variety aloe leaf or salt and adding an edible oil such as to emulsify watery ingredients like herb tea and aloe vera with 1 tsp ground chia seeds (optional) almond, plus a few drops of an essential oils, butters or waxes is like mixing oil and vinegar in a salad Natural Beauty A few drops of water to thin if necessary oil. Essential oils should be diluted—add dressing; these ingredients want to separate.” According to only six to 12 drops per ounce of finished Gerber, sunscreen is another product worth buying rather Mash all ingredients together to achieve a uniform Homemade Solutions product. Her favorites are lavender, tea than trying to make at home. consistency. Work in the aloe gel well. Apply to cleansed, tree, sweet orange and frankincense. Homemade or store-bought products aside, the best skin for Glowing Skin dry face and leave on for 15 minutes. Remove with cool, Lemon, lime and bergamot are photo- enhancer is a drink of water, according to Gerber. It doesn’t get soft cloth. Follow with a few drops of an anti-inflammatory by April Thompson toxic and can cause sensitivity if added to easier or more economical than that. soothing oil such as marula. Mask can be used daily. Any any scrub before sun exposure. leftover mask can be spread on toast and eaten to feed the “Scrubs are wonderful for soften- Connect with Washington, D.C., freelance writer April Thompson skin from the inside! kin, our largest organ, plays an important role in supporting and protecting the ing, soothing and exfoliating the skin,” at AprilWrites.com. rest of the body. That’s why it should be treated kindly by using natural, chemi- Tourles says, cautioning that salt scrubs cal-free ingredients. Many U.S. beauty products contain hidden chemicals, in- can sting if applied after shaving or wax- Scluding dozens of ingredients that are banned in other counties. Even products labeled ing. Other common ingredients that can “organic” or “natural” can contain potentially harmful petrochemicals, according to the be added are oats, almonds or sunflower Environmental Working Group. seeds ground in a coffee grinder. When A natural skincare routine doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Balms, mixed with water, cream or yogurt, they masks, scrubs and toners can be made from healthy, everyday products already present offer a moisturizing facial treatment. in most homes. “Oats, yogurt, coconut oil, honey: there are many kitchen staples that Tourles loves homemade body balms EXPERIENCING COMPLICATIONS AFTER LASER EYE SURGERY? you can easily use in your skincare routine,” says Marlene Adelmann, founder of using oil and a thickener such as cocoa the Herbal Academy, in Bedford, Massachusetts, and author of Botanical Skin Care butter or beeswax. “Balms are easy to If you’re experiencing blurry vision, double vision, ghost images, Recipe Book. make, great for kids and good for dry glare, or halos, I can help. Call (770) 939-8840 As an example, face masks can be made with ingredients from the spice rack, in- cuticles and lips. You don’t have to worry I’m Dr. Kyle Jones. 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22 NA Edition/Atlanta naAtlanta.com December 2020 23 HEALING WAYS Medication Backlash sweet substitute. Preferable in drops or Vitamin D, magnesium, vitamin bulk form rather than blended with sugars, C, B complex and chromium are also triglycerides. Insulin resistance—the Improving gut flora is vital in improving it’s been shown to help control blood sugar. valuable in managing Type 2 diabetes. body’s improper use of insulin—can also most health conditions, including Type 2 Polyphenols—antioxidants found in tea be a sneaky forerunner to the disease, diabetes. “Microbes in the gut that have and unsweetened cacao nibs—also pack often manifesting as excessive abdominal become toxic for a multitude of reasons Promising Phytotherapy a healthy punch. Alpha lipoic acid, found fat, fatigue and frequent infections years create an inflammatory response. This type Insulin-supporting medicinal herbs offer in broccoli, spinach and fish oil, can help before hyperglycemia—too much sugar in of assault repeated over time increases the many benefits for Type 2 diabetics. Aloe to reduce inflammation. Berries, kale the blood—becomes evident. risk of fatty liver and compromised cells— vera, bilberry, cinnamon, goldenseal, bitter and other nutrient-packed greens, nuts, “Diet and lifestyle play a tremendous conditions linked to a decrease in insulin melon, milk thistle, fenugreek, fennel and sweet potatoes and beans promote sugar role,” says Lauren Bongiorno, a virtual sensitivity,” says Steinberger. gymnema sylvestre, among others, have balance and are versatile for delicious, diabetes health coach and creator of The Research published in The Journal been found to aid in the utilization and healthy meals. Diabetic Health Journal. “Increasing insulin of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism production of insulin. Tulsi, also known sensitivity is a multi-prong approach, most suggests that antibiotic use, especially as holy basil, is a heavy hitter for reducing notably influenced by improving circadian narrow-spectrum ones, can contribute blood glucose and buffering the kidneys Whole-Body Healing rhythm, reducing stress, eating lower to diabetes. The side effects of certain and liver from the metabolic side effects Holistic bodywork modalities such glycemic carbs, reducing animal fats and medications like statins and other of high blood sugar. Herbs that support as acupuncture also support diabetic increasing activity.” cholesterol-lowering drugs has been the liver, such as milk thistle, dandelion health. In 2019, Iranian researchers debated for decades, and 2019 research and artichoke, are other noteworthy plant reported in the journal Hospital Practices Hidden Environmental published in Diabetes Metabolism Research medicines, especially when blood sugar and Research that biofeedback training Factors and Reviews concludes that statins can fluctuates from high to low. lowered glucose levels and improved the The American Diabetic Association cites more than double the risk of Type 2 Renata Atkinson, a clinical herbalist quality of life for diabetic patients. “The excess weight and lack of exercise as diabetes, especially for people taking them in Greenbelt, Maryland, says of blood biggest mistake I see people with diabetes significant risk factors in the development for two years or longer. tests, “Clinical trials have shown that make is to view the mental piece as not as of Type 2 diabetes, while recent studies also many of these herbs can have a significant important as the physical,” says Bongiorno. PREVENTING point to impacts from toxic air, chemicals Sleep and Sugar effect on the clinical markers for diabetes Linking all the vital threads in the and prediabetes in fasting blood glucose, complex web of Type 2 diabetes, she and mercury exposure. Research published ndab creativity/AdobeStock.com The National Sleep Foundation considers postprandial glucose and HbA1C, or adds, “I would say to start with the in 2018 in Environmental Science and sleep deprivation a significant diabetic risk TYPE 2 DIABETES glycosylated hemoglobin.” Animal and basics—plant-based foods, exercise, stress Pollution Research International reveals a factor and recommends that people take mel- in vitro studies show that they impact management and better sleep. When you Natural Lifestyle Choices correlation between exposure to phthalates atonin as a sleep aid and avoid working night blood sugar by slowing digestion and have a solid base, your body will be less found in plastics and the incidence of shifts. It cites a study in which healthy adults the absorption of carbohydrates, thereby susceptible to the other factors.” to Curb the Disease new-onset Type 1 diabetes in children, that were restricted to four hours of sleep for improving insulin sensitivity, increasing Thriving is possible through suggesting that the loss of beta cells from just six nights exhibited a 40 percent reduction by Marlaina Donato the release of insulin and modulating commitment and wise choices. As Davis phthalate exposure leads to a compromised in their ability to break down glucose. the metabolism of glucose in the liver. says, “There is strong and consistent insulin response. Although the role of dietary sugar in Some of Atkinson’s favorite plant allies are evidence that many people who are ix decades ago, only one American in to Type 2 Diabetes. That’s important news “Plastics containing BPA can mimic diabetes is debated by scientists, evidence hawthorn, hibiscus and tilia for their anti- motivated to reverse Type 2 diabetes can 100 had diabetes. Today, it’s almost for the one in three Americans—about 88 estrogen (xenoestrogens) and can shows a strong correlation between Type inflammatory and antioxidant properties, as one in 10, including rising numbers million people—that have prediabetes, 84 contribute to insulin resistance, insulin 2 diabetes and sugar, fructose and high- succeed in this task.” Sof youth and one in four people older percent of whom are not aware of the fact, over-secretion, beta cell exhaustion and well as lipid, glucose and vascular support. fructose corn syrup in the diet. A 2015 Atkinson also emphasizes the wisdom Marlaina Donato is the author of than 65. More than 90 percent of the cases according to the U.S. Centers for Disease the development and progression of Type review of 21 studies published in The of keeping it simple. “I encourage clients to several books and a composer. Connect are Type 2, once known as adult-onset Control and Prevention. 2 diabetes,” says registered dietician and British Medical Journal found that regular incorporate culinary herbs and spices into at AutumnEmbersMusic.com. diabetes, which is linked to diet, obesity, A key player is the pancreas, a nutritionist Brenda Davis, the Alberta, intake of sugary beverages can lead to their daily diet, like cinnamon, fennel, garlic inactivity, environmental toxins, heredity multitasking organ of both the endocrine Canada, author of The Kick Diabetes diabetic conditions even when obesity is and onions. For someone taking insulin, it’s and other factors. It can wreak havoc and digestive systems, which produces Cookbook and Kick Diabetes Essentials. not a factor. 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While adult exposure to mercury can raise the sugars that harbor similar potential. physician informed of herbal protocols and Discover the The good news is that scientists have Type 1 diabetes, a genetic autoimmune risk of developing Type 2 diabetes later This mindset is harmonious with follow their physician’s recommendations.” higher purpose identified lifestyle strategies that lower the disease, negates the body’s ability to produce in life by 65 percent. Davis adds, “Heavy glycemic index recommendations, so Improving diet choices can be highly behind our risk and harm of diabetes. “Type 2 diabetes insulin, Type 2 results from an insufficient or metals, such as mercury and arsenic, have avoiding any added sweeteners and opting rewarding and fun, too. “Not only does eating relationships is a condition, not a disease. 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Then, slide your right knee to she leads group and practice, both muscular and connective explore an “edge”—an experience of your right wrist with the right foot posi- private lessons, yoga philosophy workshops, All yoga photos by 2Tphoto tissues are involved. Most Hatha and what some teachers call “comfortable tioned at the left hip crease. Lengthen your yoga teacher training and retreats. Contact t the intersection of yoga and muscular movement, it can be considered Vinyasa yoga rely heavily on movements discomfort.” Bernie Clark, author of The left leg straight behind you. Center yourself Sheila at [email protected]. Taoist philosophy rests a unique yang. When a practice emphasizes stillness that warm the body and create muscular Complete Guide to Yin Yoga, suggests so your weight is even and fold forward type of yoga practice known and passivity, it is usually yin. contraction. Sun Salutations, standing Atoday as Yin yoga. 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Yang, on the other hand, is time, averaging approximately five minutes Yin yoga uses different names for simi- With Ministers ordained masculine, bright, fast, fiery, ethereal, in order to stimulate the flow of energy lar shapes. Paschimottanasa, the “Seated Begin in a comfortable, seated position Seal: Lie on your stomach, raise your by Roy solar, focused, and aggressive. through the body’s subtle channels. These Forward Bend,” becomes “Caterpillar,” and connect with your breath. Set an torso and head, and place your elbows Eugene Davis Most of our Western yoga practices 1 4 are known as nadis in yoga, and the energy , the “Pigeon Pose,” becomes intention for your practice, such as, “I under your shoulders. Let your weight 1931 – 2019 can be characterized as yang. Renowned “Sleeping Swan,” and so forth. create space in my body and mind to fill rest into your forearms. Allow your lower Yin yoga teacher and anatomist Paul is called prana. 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workers and healers, we learn to find complete alignment with spirit no matter Matt Kahn on Transforming how the world ebbs and flows. What’s the difference between the Planet With Love our personal spiritual journeys by Sandra Yeyati and what you call ascension? Ascension is when a certain percentage of the world starts to awaken in consciousness. uthor of bestsellers Whatever It’s not just a few awake beings scattered Arises, Love That and The across the globe in a fast-driven, goal- Universe Always Has a Plan, as oriented society. It’s a world waking up to Awell as The Healing Mantra Card Deck, its true nature on a collective level. Matt Kahn is a spiritual teacher and On an individual journey, we’re healing empathic healer with a global audience, our wounds, seeing through limiting beliefs, guiding seekers through in-person events forgiving those who mistreated us and and popular YouTube videos. daring to treat ourselves better so that we can become active participants in the community What are mantras and of evolving beings we are creating. how do we use them? Giving brings us together. Each of us has something unique to contribute

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As a biological dentist, Dr. Aaron is certified in Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique (S.M.A.R.T.).

With Dr. Ronald Dressler as her mentor, Dr. Aaron is able to draw on his decades of experience using natural therapies (at times in combination with conventional ones) to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases of the oral cavity safely and healthfully.

Some of the services our office provides:

• Mercury SAFE practices • Mercury and metal free restorations • BPA and BisGMA free fillings • Fluoride alternatives • Ceramic restorations • Dental ozone therapy • Special air purification systems to reduce airborne pathogens and environmental toxins • Special chair-side evacuation system (DentAirVac) captures mercury vapors to protect patients

Robust referral network for many alternative care practitioners is also available.

Call or text us today: 678.528.6747

We are conveniently located in the heart of Tucker, GA. We have free parking on the premises. www.rosedentalatl.com - [email protected] - 4459 Lawrenceville Hwy. Tucker, GA, 30084.