April 2012 FREE NATURAL beyond d ... n TRIAD a From the Triad To the High Country, Your Resource for Healthy Living...Naturally!
8th Anniversay Edition!
The Unnecessary PRICE OF BEAUTY Elizabeth Vaughan, MD ASK Dr. Wiggy
celebrating Earth Day, 2012
MEDICINE in MOTION Know Your Herbs Sandy Seeber, LPC Adaptagens PEAK PERFORMANCE in the workforce Kevin Snyder, PhD
Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 1 Thermography looks at the physiology of your breasts and can pick up problem areas years before cancer is detected by current xray technology.
Remember... cancer has to be big enough to be seen on a mammogram
We now offer Thermography to anyone. Call today for your appointment.
We have the highest resolution thermography camera and software available in the world: the Indigo Merlin. The older technology is like an early color TV from the ‘50s; our system is like a high definition plasma TV.
Charge for breast thermography is $199. Vaughan Integrative Medicine does not participate with any insurance carrier and does not file claims to insurance companies for the Thermascan procedure. Generally, insurance does not reimburse for this procedure. You do not need to be a patient of Vaughan Integrative Medicine to obtain this study.
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Thermography River House country inn and restaurant looks at the physiology of your breasts and can pick up problem areas years before cancer is detected by current xray technology.
MATTERS OF THE HEART Remember... creating physical and cancer has to be big enough emotional wellness to be seen on a mammogram Jillian Sarno Teta, ND Julius Torelli, MD
Sunday, April 15 - Check-in: 1pm until any time you can Dr. Teta is a medically trained Naturopathic Physician, get there! There will be a private reception for attendees having studied at Bastyr University. at 3:30pm, entertainment at 4pm, and the Chef’s selection She practices at the Naturopathic Health Clinic of NC We now offer Thermography to anyone. 4-course dinner at 6pm. in Winston-Salem. Call today for your appointment. Monday, April 16 - Today’s Workshop Theme: Under- r. ore i is bo rd erti ed rdio o ist standing your cardiovascular system - how to increase heart healthy who trained at the Cleveland Clinic. behavior and understand cardiovascular risks. His integrative approach to cardiology includes We have the highest resolution thermography traditional as well as holistic therapies. Tuesday, April 17 - Today’s Workshop Theme: Practi- camera and software available in the world: cal tools for choosing and fostering well being; the science of chang- Join us for this powerful 2-day workshop, the Indigo Merlin. The older technology is like ing your mind which not only includes thought-provoking time with an early color TV from the ‘50s; our system is like these two incredicble physicians, Wednesday, April 18 a high definition plasma TV. but also R&R time, and the opportunity to stay at 9:00 AM Breakfast and dine in this fabulous, internationally known Goodbyes and Check out. inn at an unbellievably discounted rate! Charge for breast thermography is $199. Vaughan Integrative Medicine does not participate with any insurance carrier and does not file claims to insurance companies for the Thermascan procedure. Generally, insurance does not reimburse *Free Time selections include: R&R, kayaking, hiking, fishing, shopping in West Jefferson, trip to local art studio for this procedure. You do not need to be a patient of Vaughan Integrative Medicine to obtain this study. and more! Trail riding and massages will be available for an additional charge.
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Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 3 PUBLISHER letter
Friends:
This issue of Natural Triad celebrates our 8th Anniversary! One of the definitions of marriage is "an intimate and close union". In that sense, are married to this magazine! 8 years = 96 editions, 96 covers, 96 ad deadlines, 96 print deadlines, and I could go on! Like a marriage, there have been ups and downs, good times and not so wonderful ones. But, there have been way more ups than downs, and many more good times than challenging ones. We are grateful. We are grateful for you, our readers, who continue to support us and help us grow by sharing what you read with others and by supporting those businesses who advertise with us. And, we are so very grateful to our advertisers. We've said it time and again that we would not exist if it weren't for you. This magazine depends 100% on advertiser support, so we are very thankful for all of you, both old and new. Speaking of old, BIG thanks to Deep Roots (page 9), Neurofeedback Associates (page 47), Sharon Reid DDS (page 21), and Piedmont Integrative Medicine (page 11) who have been with us since the very beginning!
On April 22 we celebrate Earth Day. The message of this day about the personal responsibility we all share to “think globally and act locally” as environmental stewards of planet Earth has never been more timely or important. Our planet is in crisis due to pollution, environmental toxins, overpopulation, and other critical environmental issues. Every person on Earth shares the responsibility to do as much as they can to preserve the planet’s finite natural resources today and for future generations. Our area will host several Earth Day celebrations, including (but not limited to):
Saturday, April 21 1-5 PM Earth Day Celebration at the Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Library 1420 Price Park Dr., Greensboro
Sunday, April 22 - 1-5 PM Green Living Arts Festival at the Creative Center 900 Sixteenth Street, Greensboro
Saturday, April 28 Piedmont Earth Day Fair 10 AM-5PM (sponsored in part by Natural Triad Magazine) Dixie Classic Fairgrounds Winston-Salem
We're hoping you can find an event in your area that appeals to you, and attend - for the good of your community and your environment.
Wishing you health and happiness this month!
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The (Unnecessary) Price of Beauty 8 Elizabeth Vaughan, MD APRIL EVENTS 8 APRIL 4 Introduction to Qigong Getting Outdoors: Going Solo for Recovery Jo Proia (see page 12) 16 APRIL 8 - Easter 16 4 Easy Steps for APRIL 12, 26 Overcoming Overwhelm Free talks at Donna Burick Vaughan Integrative Medicine 19 (see page 13)
22 APRIL 18 Know Your Herbs: Conscious Communication Class Adapting to Stress (see page 50) Stephanie Hein 31 APRIL 21 Triad Brain Injury Rock & Roll-athon Medicine in Motion (see page 50) Tai Chi and Qigong for Seniors Sandy Seeber, LPC APRIL 22 - Earth Day 34 34 Green Living Arts Festival (see page 50)
APRIL 28 Peak Performance Piedmont Earth Day Fair in the Workplace! (see pages 28, 29) Kevin Snyder, PhD 40
Overriding Negative Thoughts to Alter Your Outcome Polly Humphreys NEWSbriefs...12 KNOWyourHERBS...31 42
gettingOUTDOORS...16 LIVINGwithoutLIMITS...40 S-t-r-e-t-c-h The Rossiter Way Kathy Howard LIVINGwell...19 COMMUNITYresources...44 48
Departments ASK Dr. Wiggy...22 COMMUNITYcalendar...50
6 NaturalTriad.com Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 7 In fact, in the quest to achieve cul- Lack of Regulation tural ideals of beauty, the fairer sex has The makeup industry isn't intention- osmetics aren't a mod- often gone to extremes. Take Elizabethan- ally adding lead to cosmetics. It's an im- ern phenomenon. For era women, for example. To get the pale, purity that can be found in a number of centuries (perhaps mil- fair-skinned look that was all the rage the ingredients that make up lipstick and lennia) women have during that time, they would apply a poi- other types of makeup. However, cos- enhanced and exagger- sonous lead paste to their faces. Of course, metic companies face little monitoring and ated their natural fea- that was nearly 500 years ago. Surely no oversight concerning the safety of their - tures with makeup. we've come a long way from such prac- products. tices, right? Here in 21st century America While technically under the jurisdic- C women wouldn't be putting lead and tion of the FDA since 1938, the cosmetics other toxins on their faces, would they? industry is not required to receive pre- Well, the answer is: not knowingly. market approval for its products or ingre- You see, many of the cosmetics you dients. This means consumers most likely can find today at drugstores and beauty have a false sense of confidence in the counters contain unsafe chemicals and are cosmetics on the marketplace. In fact, only very loosely regulated by the U.S. before reading this article you may have Food and Drug Administration (FDA). assumed the makeup you wear contains Perhaps the most outrageous example of safe, tested ingredients. The reality is that this is lipstick, which often contains unac- the FDA's testing of lipstick only occurred ceptable levels of lead. when a private group, The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, prompted it to do so by Lead Findings releasing their own findings. The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics To complicate matters, makeup is often pioneered lipstick testing in 2007 when manufactured outside of the United States. they found that two-thirds of the 33 lip- The FDA guidelines for evaluating cos- sticks tested contained lead. This prompt- metic imports are just as hazy as some of ed an FDA study in 2009, which was their other monitoring procedures. While published in the Journal of Cosmetic Sci- makeup imported into the United States is ence. The authors of that study tested 20 technically subject to the same regulations different lipsticks and found traces of lead as those made here, it's hard to believe the in all of them. The highest lead level they rules have teeth. After all, if domestically found was 3.06 parts per million (ppm). manufactured makeup is barely moni- Last year, the FDA did another study on tored, it isn't saying a lot that interna- lead and lipstick, broadening its testing tional products are on the same evaluative range to 400 products. This time, they level. found levels as high as 7.19 ppm in name- The FDA does have a registration pro- brand lipsticks. So that you have a few gram for cosmetics companies; however, points of comparison on these figures, since participation is voluntary, the registry consider other approved levels of lead: is, at best, only a sampling of the products on the market. • Lipstick levels recommended by the Of course, the FDA isn't totally inad- state of California: 5 ppm equate when it comes to monitoring im- ported cosmetics. It does regularly refuse • Approved levels for outdoor house cosmetic imports. Most often, a refusal is paint: 600 ppm due to improper labeling, the presence of already-recorded poisons or suspicion of • Environmental Protection Agency pathogenic microorganisms. You can visit (EPA)-recommends levels for water: 15 the FDA's website on cosmetics import parts per billion (that's billion, not mil- surveillance to view import alerts and re- lion!) fusals. However, if you'd like the FDA to do While the levels found in lipstick are more to protect the public from dangerous considered trace, any amount presents and unhealthy makeup (produced both
The (Unnecessary) Price of Beauty health problems because: 1) lipstick is domestically and internationally), there's worn near the mouth and can be easily something you can do. ingested, 2) children and pregnant women There's a push underway to change the shouldn't be exposed to any level of lead, status quo as it relates to regulation of the 3) lead toxicity builds up over time and 4) cosmetics industry. Last year, a bill known studies seem to indicate that levels of lead as the "Safe Cosmetics Act of 2011," or in lipstick are increasing. H.R. 2359, was introduced in Congress. The bill has 20 co-authors and is cur- 8 NaturalTriad.com rently in subcommittee. If enacted, it will by Elizabeth Vaughan, MD require cosmetics companies to, among other things, phase out any ingredients related to birth defects, developmental sure occurs from personal care products, delays or cancer. The bill will also create ceramic cookware, occupational expo- a cosmetics oversight committee within sure, drinking water and food, cigarette the FDA. To help promote H.R. 2359, you smoke and lead paint in homes built before can call or write your congressional rep- 1978. Lead causes accelerated atheroscle- resentative to encourage him or her to rosis, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, support the bill. angina and heart attacks, memory loss and kidney failure. Dangers of Lead Exposure Unfortunately, in adults, the effects of chronic, excessive lead accumulation This bill is important because it can its website. don't usually show up until organs have reduce the number of toxins we come into Of course, when it comes to makeup, been damaged and people are older. contact with on a daily basis. Lead, in you have to consider some other dangers particular, is a dangerous substance. And of use as well. For example, shimmery Look out for Other Makeup Dangers while the government may accept limited lipsticks and glosses can attract UV rays to Unfortunately, lead isn't the only amounts of it in the products we use, the your lips in much the same way baby oil danger lurking in your lipstick and other deputy director of the Centers for Disease does on the skin. And while there hasn't cosmetics. There are a number of concerns Control and Prevention (CDC) and Agency been a direct link between lip gloss and related to product ingredients: for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry skin cancer of the lips, the Skin Cancer testified before Congress that there are no Foundation recommends leaning toward • Allergic reactions to hair dyes are in- safe levels of lead. opaque or matte lipsticks. Better yet, creasing at a noticeably high rate. ER physicians and pediatricians easily choose a lipstick with natural SPF ingredi- •.Consumer Reports found that some recognize a sudden, recent (acute) poison- ents for ultimate protection against the sun. consumer fragrances contain phthalates, ing with lead. Symptoms of lead poisoning Another potential danger that could those unhealthy estrogenic chemicals include nausea, vomiting and other stom- be lurking in your makeup is bacteria. In that are used to plasticize. ach problems; fatigue; headaches; muscle addition to infections, your old cosmetics • Several bubble baths and baby sham- weakness; seizures; paralysis; coma; can also cause peri-oral dermatitis. To poos have been found to contain diox- memory loss; and mood and personality prevent these kinds of problems, throw out ane, a potentially cancer-causing chem- changes. Blood tests confirm the diagnosis. old makeup. Unfortunately, cosmetics ical. Chronic lower level exposure is more don't come with expiration dates, so you • Some nail products contain formalde- subtle. In children, lead damages their have to gauge the age of makeup based hyde and the solvent toluene. ability to grow. Their bodies and brains are on how long you've used it (since opening both damaged. The developmental prob- it) or how it looks. The Breast Cancer Fund, an organiza- lems that lead can cause in children—such Some signs that a liquid product, such tion committed to eliminating environ- as lowered IQ, ADD, ADHD, learning as mascara or foundation, is past its prime mental causes of breast cancer, has a disabilities and stunted growth—may be include clumping and thickening. The comprehensive list of chemicals in make- irreversible. recommendation for these kinds of make- In adults, chronic low-level lead expo- up, and other personal care products, on
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Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 9 up is to toss them out after three months. making a decision about what or what not When it comes to lipsticks and powders, to buy, you have to evaluate the perfor- you can usually keep them for a year to a mance of specific shades as well as brands. year and half before getting rid of them. The FDA has the results of both of its PIEDMONT While I've covered some scary data studies on its website. And the Campaign relating to cosmetics, please remember for Safe Cosmetics' original report on lead that makeup isn't all bad. For starters, it in lipstick can be found at its website. INTEGRATIVE can have a positive psychological effect Review the scores of specific shades before on women. A 2009 Japanese study of el- making your next lipstick purchase. derly women with mild cognitive impair- Of course, you can avoid the confu- MEDICINE, PA ment found that the subjects were happier sion altogether by switching out your cur- and measurably more alert after having rent lipsticks with brands that are lead free. makeup applied. Of course, this probably The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics has a isn't news. While wearing makeup is a list of cosmetic companies that have re- personal preference, many women who duced or removed lead and other toxins do wear it often feel more self-confident from their products. There are currently PIM with it on. 321 companies that meet all of the "Com- There are also practical reasons to pact for Safe Cosmetics" compliance re- Bioidentical Hormone Therapy wear makeup. For instance, facial founda- quirements, and 111 that have made tions and powders can offer protection meaningful progress in meeting the re- Comprehensive Integrative from skin-damaging UV rays. Some cos- quirements. So if you're worried your Holistic Health Assessment metics are also designed to moisturize the options are limited; don't be! skin. The key to ensuring you enjoy the Biopuncture benefits of makeup without the drawbacks Next Steps is to choose your makeup wisely. In addition to being a smart con- Sublingual Immunotherapy sumer, there are other things you can do Smart Cosmetics Shopping to protect yourself. As I mentioned earlier Intravenous Therapy Just because the FDA and many in this article, lead can be very dangerous SERVICES makeup companies are dropping the ball to your health. But don’t despair; there is when it comes to lead and other chemicals treatment. The body has an amazing abil- Alex T. Augoustides, MD, FAAP in cosmetics doesn't mean that you, the ity to heal itself if this damaging metal is consumer, is powerless in all of this. You removed. The first step you should take is have the ability to "vote with your feet" and to have your body tested for lead and Allergies (inhalant and food) buy lipstick only from companies that of- other heavy metals. However, a blood test Andropause fer safe—or safer—products. or 24 hour urine test will not detect To start with, view the results of the chronic exposure to lead. Special testing Candida/Yeast Infections Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and FDA's is necessary. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome studies. The charts list the lipsticks from If we determine you do have unsafe highest lead ppms to the lowest. levels of lead, we can perform chelation Coronary Artery Disease In the latest (and largest) evaluation of therapy, an effective treatment for remov- Diabetes Mellitus Listening lead in lipstick—last year's FDA study— ing lead from the body. Chelation therapy Fibromyalgia with the brands that had lipsticks with the highest involves administering a chelating agent heart amount of lead were L'Oreal and Maybel- into the body to bind with the lead. It, Headaches (migraine and tension) line (which is manufactured by L'Oreal). along with lead, will then exit the body Hypertension and healing Both were above California's maximum through the kidneys. It's an outpatient with love© limit of 5 ppm. Maybelline "Color Sensa- procedure that's safe for most people. Irritable Bowel Syndrome tional" shade 125, Pink Petal, came in at However pregnant women or those trying Menopause and PMS 7.19 ppm, and L'Oreal's "Colour Riche" to get pregnant shouldn't undergo chela- Prostatic Enlargement shade 410, Volcanic, had 7.00 ppm. Sev- tion therapy. Thyroid and Adrenal Disorders eral Cover Girl lipsticks were under, but TREATMENTS close to, the limit. To inquire about heavy metal testing and and much more! The lipstick with the lowest ppm (less chelation therapy at Vaughan Integrative than 0.026) was a shade belonging to the Medicine, contact Chris Eller at (336) 808- Wet 'n' Wild line, showing that the cost of 3627, extension 13. makeup is not a reliable indicator of how safe or dangerous a particular product may Submitted by Elizabeth R. Vaughan, MD, be. of Vaughan Integrative Medicine, 1301-A It's also important to note that you West Wendover Avenue in Greensboro. PIEDMONT INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE, PA can't always judge the lead content of For an appointment, call 336-808-3627. 1411 Plaza West Road, Suite B • Winston-Salem, NC 27103 lipstick strictly by the brand. L'Oreal had Visit www.VaughanIntegrative.com for lipsticks with some of the highest and low- more information. See ads on pages 2, 23, 336-760-0240 est levels of lead. So when it comes to 39, 41. 10 NaturalTriad.com PIEDMONT INTEGRATIVE PIMMEDICINE, PA Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Comprehensive Integrative Holistic Health Assessment Biopuncture Sublingual Immunotherapy Intravenous Therapy SERVICES
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Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 11 NEWS Briefs
Virtual Gastric Band Hypnotherapy for Weight Loss Three Rivers/12 Steps: Introduction to Qigong orsyth Integrative Therapy is excited to offer Virtual Gastric Band Hypnotherapy for for Recovery FWeight Loss. This amazing work was featured on The Dr. Oz Show on February 8, 2012 and is getting phenomenal results. This is not a diet, therefore you eat what you oin us for this workshop Wednesday want and there is no feeling of being deprived. During hypnosis, the subconscious April 4th from 6-8 PM, which is Co- mind is retrained to believe that the stomach is now smaller. So the person is easily J Sponsored by Three Treasures Tai Chi and and naturally satisfied on smaller amounts of food and is motivated to exercise. The Shepherds Center of Greater Winston- This four session program, based on Sheila Granger's work, was over 90% suc- Salem and facilitiated by the president of cessful in the first two clinical trials with a third trial beginning this month in England. We proud to be the Triad's exclusive provider of Virtual Gastric Band Hypnotherapy the National Qigong Association, Mark for Weight Loss. R. Reinhart, MMQ Mark holds a Masters Degree in Forsyth Integrative Therapy, is located at 1495 Rymco Drive, Suite 106, Winston-Salem. Medical Qigong and has extensive training For more information, please call Marcelle Hammer, MA Ed at 336-768-7000 or visit in Classical and Chinese Medicine. He is www.ForsythIntegrativeTherapy.com. See ad on page 20. the founder and creator of The Path of Three Rivers which approaches addiction and recovery by combining Qigong and Stressed? Try Reiki Chinese medicine with the 12 step pro- gram. ur daily lives are quite caught up in numerous activities and scheduled routines, This workshop is appropriate for Owhich require our undivided attention with long focusing time periods. Places to people in recovery, health professionals, be and check lists to complete, events to plan; well you get the picture. chaplains and spiritual directors, Tai Chi Energy Treatment Therapy (Reiki Treatments) is an energy session that can help us and Qigong practitioners, as well as any- deal with situations like the ones listed above. It can often be the motivating force that one who wants to achieve greater health facilitates clarity of purpose in our daily lives. Energy Treatments are able to heal in and balance in their lives. many ways; in most cases relaxation. Energy Treatments are also able to provide help Addictive disorders are reaching epic and healing with strains, stress, headaches, bruises, sore muscles and minor cutes; etc. proportions in today's society and are Hospitals use Energy Treatments to help with remission treatments toward major ill- sadly no longer relegated simply to drugs nesses and conditions such as cancer. and alcohol. QIGONG FOR RECOVERY utilizes the principles of Chinese Medicine Body Essence & Energy (BE&E) welcomes you to make an appointment with us today. and the practices of Tai Chi and Qigong to Please see our website for promotions: bodyessenceandenergy.massageplanet.com. balance and harmonize the body, mind, BE&E is located at 1515 W. Cornwallis Dr., Suite 201, Greensboro. 336.209-5943. See and spirit. Objectives for this workshop ad on page 14. are to:
• Examine addiction and recovery from the Chinese philosophical and medical Poorly Aligned Feet perspective • Increase body awareness • Explain dietary assessment and basic Causes Pain in Your Back, Hips & Knees. tongue self diagnosis • Introduce meditative practice that in- corporates the 12 steps and mindful First office visit and telephone consultation movement at no charge with this ad. • Teach a complete Qigong set for daily practice In Pain? Call us today. Location: First Christian Church of Win- ston-Salem, 2320 Country Club Rd, Win- ston-Salem, NC 27104. Cost: $25. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, please email Alan Graham at info@ alangrahamdc.com or call 336.416.9426. 336.774.1211 See ad on page 31. 1348 Westgate Center Drive Winston-Salem, NC 27103
12 NaturalTriad.com Vaughan Integrative Open the Door to Urban Living In Downtown Greensboro Medicine to Offer Free Talks Downtown Home Tour Saturday, May 5 • 10am to 4pm in April! xperience a “behind the scenes” tour of Downtown private residences and exciting aughan Integrative Medicine and The Emodel homes. This all day tour includes luxury condominiums, well appointed Natural Vitality Center are hosting a apartments unlike anything in the area, townhouses, a penthouse, a unique work /live V home and a Bed and Breakfast. There are a 10+ featured tour stops with eight dis- series of free one-hour seminars on the tinctly different private homes as well as three model sites! The featured homes are second and fourth Thursdays of each within easy walking distance in revitalized “Southside”, Center Pointe, City View, month throughout 2012. The seminars Governor’s Court and the Downtown Historic District. planned for April focus on Vaughan Inte- You’ll encounter an eclectic array of architecture, floor plans, décor styles, and grative Medicine’s Weight Optimization design ideas for inspiration for your own home too. You’ll see Greensboro in a new Program. Info on additional Thursday way…from a 40’ balcony New Orleans French Quarter style Southside residence with seminars can be found at www.vaughanin- sweeping views of Downtown to a 14th floor luxury condominium offering a bird’s eye tegrative.com. view and panoramic vistas across Greensboro to the mountains. Come spend the day in Downtown Greensboro and explore for yourself what it’s WEIGHT OPTIMIZATION PROGRAM like to live in our lively urban center while learning about unique home sites available We take a whole-person approach to to rent or own. weight optimization. Weight is a bio- Tour passes are $12.50 per person and are available for purchase at the Triad Stage marker of health – an outer symptom that Box Office with a $1 processing fee paid to the theater. Advanced pass purchases are indicates an underlying imbalance. Often, encouraged as there are a very limited number of tickets will be available on the day obesity and/or unintended weight gain can of the event for $15.00! Online 24/7: http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/ be attributed to a multitude of factors, TicketPurchase?pid=7223102. By phone or in person at the box office, 10am to 6pm including hormone imbalance, food aller- Monday to Friday at the Triad Stage Box Office, 232 S. Elm Street, Greensboro. gies, thyroid imbalance, toxicity, nutri- 336.272.0160 tional deficiency, maladaptive lifestyle, undiagnosed disease, and much more. For more tour details, visit the DGI Website at http://downtowngreensboro.net/blog/ Vaughan Integrative Medicine and the uncategorized/home-tour/ Contact: [email protected], 336-379-0060 x Natural Vitality Center work with you to 22. See ad on page 43. get to the root of the problem in a medi- cally supervised environment which will not only facilitate weight loss but will also create a more vital and healthy you. Our goal is to help you reach optimal health and achieve your optimal weight in the process. On Thursday, April 12 and April 26, join Elizabeth Vaughan, M.D. and mem- bers of the VIM team to learn more about the weight optimization program and move towards a healthier, more vital you! Talks begin at 6 p.m.
Location: Vaughan Integrative Medicine, located at 1301-A West Wendover Ave., at the intersection of Wendover Ave. and Grecade St. in Greensboro. These talks are free and open to the public. Call 336.808.3627 x. 10 or email amie@ vaughanintegrative.com for reservations; seating is limited. See ads on pages 2, 23, 39, 41.
Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 13 NEWS Briefs
The Center for Holistic Healing Acquires Evidence Based Tai Chi and Qigong Program Full Time Acupuncturist r. Oz calls Tai Chi and Qigong “the miracle exercise from he Center for Holistic Healing announces the hiring of DChina for people seeking to avoid drugs, surgery, and ex- TAmanda Brown, MSOM, L.Ac., Dipl.OM. Amanda gradu- pensive doctor bills.” ated from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, CO with This Evidenced Based Tai Chi (EBT) program is a complete a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. She was awarded her system including all three of the basic elements necessary to Diplomate in Oriental Medicine by the National Certification receive the full range of benefits from Tai Chi practice: Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) • Qigong including sitting, standing, and walking meditation, demonstrating competency in foundations of oriental medicine, self massage, breathing practices, and simple sequences to heal Chinese herbology, acupuncture, point location and biomedicine. the body and quiet the mind. She also has been trained in Chinese Herbology, Shiatsu, and Tui • 7 Movement Tai Chi Form based in the Chen style of Tai Chi Na massage. Amanda's two areas of focus in Chinese Medicine to develop improved balance, coordination, confident move- are gynecology including fertility and emotional disorders includ- ment, range of motion, strength, and alignment. ing stress, depression, and anxiety. • Partner Exercises that enhance the friendly communal nature Amanda is offering acupuncture treatments in two ways at of learning Tai Chi and promote relaxation, grounding, body The Center for Holistic Healing. Twice a week on Monday af- awareness, deepening of form movements, and fun. ternoons and Thursday mornings Amanda offers community acupuncture clinics in which an hour treatment is only $30.00. Please join us for these programs, led by Sandy Seeber LPC and She is also available for individual appointment times including Alan Graham DC: evening and weekend appointments. During the months of March Mondays from 7-8 PM (April 2, 16, 23, 30) and April we are offering 10% off acupuncture treatments to new Intergenerational Class for All Ages acupuncture clients. Wednesdays from 12-1 PM (April 4, 11, 18, 25) We invite you to call 841-4307 and make an appointment and For Adults age 50 and Above welcome Amanda to The Center for Holistic Healing. See ad on page 26. Location: The Shepherd's Center, 1700 Ebert Street near Hanes Mall in Winston-Salem. Cost: $20 for 4 class series. To register, send an email to [email protected] or call 336.724.1822 to let us know that you are coming. Bring cash or a check for $20 made out to Three Treasures Tai Chi with you on the day of Body Essence & Energy class. Go to www.threetreasures.org/events.html for additional event and advertising details. See ad on page 31.
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Going Solo
eading out for a hike on the first water underneath them is deadly cold. fear of paddling in cold water alone. As a day of snow in the Triad this win- Hypothermia settles in quickly and when writer, going alone can be the ONLY way ter seems like a great idea. The someone falls into cold water they have the stream of thoughts will flow into ones firstH snow came late in the season, on an automatic, involuntary gasp reflex brain to write about their experience. Go- February 20, 2012. Hiking in the muted, which can end it all right then. The suit ing solo is so different. It’s just you and blanketed beauty of snow and ducking into equals freedom. Like a four wheel drive nature. There is a feeling of independence, a local trail exploring the snowy landscape vehicle, a kayak, a mountain or road bike of self reliance that is attractive, but there’s brings anticipation to many as well as or even waterproof hiking boots, these also the fear that sometimes accompanies myself. But then I remember my dry suit. items spell freedom for the outdoor adven- going solo, especially for women. A dry suit to a kayaker is a survival suit. It turer. Heading into nature with a buddy is Women have their own unique set of is completely waterproof. They can be always the safest choice, but sometimes it worries when venturing out alone. Most expensive but for the paddler venturing in just doesn’t happen that way. are not as fearful of wild animals or condi- cold water it is a necessity. So, armed with my outdoor survival tions (you can prepare for conditions and So many people perish each year skills, education as an instructor, a shaky you can learn to avoid or deal with wild needlessly when the first warm spring day kayak roll that I continue to hone, and my animals) as they are of humans they may emerges, and they excitedly head out onto dry suit, the decision is made to head out encounter who mean to do harm. Safety the water. The air may be mild, but the into the snowy landscape and conquer the is of upmost concern. Do you like to hike,
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bike or run on wooded trails alone? Have the water lures. These are the moments solo gives one the you ever been spooked by someone or that define our outdoor experiences, con- freedom to go something while miles away from the quering fears of the “new”. Yes, it is worth where you want, safety of your vehicle? it to many when they are floating through when you want, at The first safety measure is to try to the water, away from the noise and traffic the speed you want, enlist a buddy to go with you and always of their daily lives, into the open waters. with only two agen- be sure to tell someone not going with you Soon, a Blue Heron allows me to get das, staying safe and having a great expe- exactly where you will be, your intended closer than I’ve EVER been before, within rience. There’s no need to entertain any- route, at what time, and your expected a couple of feet. Relaxation sets in. A huge one. Nature is enough entertainment in return and plan to check in with someone red headed woodpecker with the tuft of and of itself when we take time to stop, at a certain time. The second safety mea- feathers sticking out from the back of his watch, and listen. sure is to always take a map or guide book head knocks on a nearby tree looking for The Blue Heron launches himself into of the area, pack extra food and extra worms. The air is muted due to the light the air startling a female duck, she flies water even if you think you will be out just blanket of snow. Going solo allows one straight towards me, level with my face, for a quick walk, jog, paddle or bike the space to think more, to feel more, to “is she going to fly right into me?” but at through the woods. It’s also helpful to ask observe more, and to stop and jot down the last moment she veers off to the left, your local bike, hike, or paddle outfitter thoughts whenever they emerge. Going quacking loudly. Is it chance that within about the area you intend to visit as these people are on these trails daily and can tell you valuable information the map or guidebook doesn’t. Third, be knowledge- able about hypothermia and always wear self wicking layered clothing. Hypothermia kills more people out- doors than anything else and not just in water. Your sweat can kill you when trapped next to your skin. Paddlers are required at minimum to carry a whistle on their person, a pfd, and a light. Waterproof matches, an emergency heat conducting survival “blanket”, a change of dry wicking clothes in a dry bag, first aid kit, compass, extra water, cell phone, knife, and of course the safety equipment for self rescue in a kayak such as a pump and paddle float are smart choices as well. For extended or coastal trips, the safety list gets longer. You may think, really, I need a whistle, extra clothes, food and water and more just to go for a quick hike alone on a local trail in the woods? I’ve been lost in a local vast wilderness hiking where search and rescue had to be called in, and a fellow female paddling friend and myself were stranded on a local river and had to emergency camp overnight. Both times, it was a “simple quick hike and a quick paddle.” So, is it worth it to GO SOLO? What if you tip over in your kayak and are too disoriented to perform a rescue or perform a new shaky roll like I have? At the launch site, retying my boat and going home and abandoning the plan enters my mind. But the solitude of the snow and water, the calming peace of the boat slicing through
Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 17 thirty minutes of being on the water there remember binoculars next time, and a Want to Learn More? have been three unusually close encoun- trash bag to pick up refuse. I realize I am The Complete Sea Kayakers Hand- ters with wildlife? I don’t believe in not overwhelmed by fears any longer. Pad- book by Shelly Johnson and Trailside chance. I believe these are gifts for us, for dling is so relaxing, the animals, the wind, Guide: Hiking and Backpacking by Karen being there, for conquering our fears or the sun, the water, the snow, everything Berger lethargy and venturing outdoors. Fear has adds to the serenity of it. At exactly 2:43pm its place, it is designed to keep us alive. the air seems to turn colder. Intuition alerts Jo Proia is an ACA Certified Kayak Instruc- But fear can also turn irrational and keep me that it’s time to turn around and head tor and Guide with GET:OUTDOORS in us from our destinies. Getting out into back. It’s time to go, getting outdoors on Greensboro. She has a passion for inspiring nature releases fears it equips, it embold- a trail, whether a land or water trail, allows women to explore the outdoors either by ens, it sharpens, all of which help us face one to experience more of nature in a land or water. Jo has been voraciously daily life head on. couple of hours than some do in a month exploring the outdoors since an early age Light dances on the branches of an or more. Being in nature can allow you and recently started a new division of unknown tree above while seeds dangle to feel renewed, rejuvenated, victorious, GET:OUTDOORS: WOMEN ON THE from the tree next to it. I make a note to like we hold a sweet secret, restoring the WATER (GO WOW), that focuses on a soul, refreshing the mind and spirit. My supportive, encouraging learning environ- hope for women is that if they desire to ment for women to learn beginner pad- explore either with a buddy or if they GO dling (kayaking) skills, advanced skills, SOLO, that they will learn the skills to stay safety skills and she offers YOGA waterside safe and conquer their fears to experience before paddling to encourage flexibility the magic of “Getting Outdoors. “ and enhance paddling skills and enjoy- ment. She also guides women’s retreats Wanna Go? and women's paddling getaways. Please Piney Bluff Launch at Belews Lake, join Jo on Facebook, search, GET:OUTDOORS, WOMEN ON THE HWY 65 Stokesdale. From the intersection WATER and “LIKE” to keep up with the of NC 65 and U.S. 158, Stokesdale, follow latest excursions and upcoming events. NC 65 west to access area on the left. She can be reached on her GO WOW Always free and open to the public. page, or by email: [email protected]. See ad on page 10.
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Easy Steps For Overcoming Overwhelm
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Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 25 seen in people diagnosed with autism. As CASE #3 Tim continued with sessions, his speech gradually became more understandable Katherine and her mother walked cau- and his sleep behavior improved. He be- tiously into the office. Katherine was an came more responsive to verbal requests adult woman in her 40’s. She was socially from his mother and allowed her to dress appropriate but when we started to discuss and groom him more easily. His mother the reasons she had come, she asked her was happy when he hugged her and said mother to speak for her. Katherine had a “love.” As time progressed, Tim slowly but history of social problems dating back to surely continued to make improvement in elementary school. Her mother had taken his behavior and ability to relate to people. Katherine to a number of places for evalu- ation, but her mother had not received an CASE #2 answer that really seemed to fit the prob- lems she saw Katherine coping with. While Alex was a bashful 6 year old boy and she was smart and did fine academically, had shown an over-reaction to sensory she always had trouble making friends. She stimuli from a very early age. His mother was quick to tell her family members how had taken him to Occupational Therapy she felt about their behavior but did not and Alex had made many gains. He still receive their feedback well. Katherine was had problems in social situations and employed in a small business and did could be easily over stimulated. He liked clerical work, however she was reluctant to play with friends and siblings for a short to socialize with the other staff or custom- amount of time but would tire quickly and ers. retreat to a less stimulating environment. Katherine was cooperative with having His school work was on grade level but he her qEEG or brainmap completed. The map lost attention easily in the classroom. He showed that Susan had parts of her brain had difficulty following group instructions that were not communicating as well as or participating well in group activities. they should. This made it difficult for Kath- With his mother’s supervision, he com- erine to decode the behavior of people pleted his homework but needed many around her and for her to sometimes re- breaks. Alex was brought to Neurofeed- spond in a socially inappropriate manner. back by his mother. She wanted to see if Katherine was eager to improve and en- things could go more easily for her son and joyed coming to training. I also coached improve his ability to do tasks indepen- Katherine on strategies to use when there dently. After his brainmap was processed, were disagreements at home and at work. one autism endophenotypes was observed. She responded well to both the training Alex had high delta and theta which can and the behavioral strategies. She learned present as extreme activity, inattention, to improve her social skills and her enjoy- and impulsive behavior. These symptoms ment of life. can also be seen in Attention Deficit Hy- peractivity Disorder. Neurofeedback has been shown to Alex started his training on the right reduce symptoms of autism and Asperger’s side of his brain, which controls emo- in children and adults. The training is non- tional empathy, body language and emo- invasive and is individualized to meet the tional content. Gradually, he became more needs of each individual person trained. emotionally responsive to his family mem- Speech, communication, behavior, atten- bers. The length of time that he was able tion, eye contact and socialization have to focus gradually improved and he was all shown improvement with neurofeed- able to work more independently on his back training. homework. He became more observant of his classmates and could participate more For more information call Neurofeedback actively in group activities. As he pro- Associates Inc., Dr. Gail Sanders Durgin, gressed Alex, received training on the left BCN-Fellow, QEEGT at 336-540-1972. Dr. side of his brain with an improvement in Durgin has been providing Neurofeedback his reading skills and his ability to enjoy services in the Triad for over 12 years and reading. His school work and social skills offers the latest innovations in neurofeed- improved. Alex started to enjoy school and back training. She is located at 2309 West began to enjoy play time with friends and Cone Blvd, Suite 210, Greensboro, NC family. 27408. See her website at www.Enhanced- brain.org. See ad on page 47.
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30 NaturalTriad.com KNOW your HERBS Adapting to Stress
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Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 31 Let's GO GREEN and Celebrate!
ome may wonder why others get ex- They’re also distributing information and dren. These events have the potential to cited about celebrating Earth Day petitions in an effort to send messages to become one of the most effective teaching when there are so many areas around our governmental leaders requesting pro- tools that committed collaborating agencies Sthe globe that have been destroyed by in- tection of the earth’s natural resources and can put together to create a more under- dustrial exploitation. For instance: restoration of the damaged areas. standing, educated and aware citizenry. • Mountaintop removal coal mining has Those of us who live in the Triad area destroyed over 500 mountains, 1 million are fortunate to have many beautiful parks Once such event being held in Greensboro acres of forest land, and over 2,000 miles with lakes for boating, canoeing and fishing on April 22 (Earth Day) is the Green Living of streams in the Appalachian Region. and trails for biking, walking, and hiking. Arts Festival, which will feature: • Over 80,000 untested chemicals are Many neighborhoods are now creating • art activities for children of all ages produced and distributed in the US, and community gardens and orchards, so the • demonstrations of weaving, spinning, more to the local point, NC's polluters residents can grow their own food organi- basketry, pottery making and candle mak- released over 34 million pounds of toxic cally or energetically. These parks, lakes, ing emissions and nearly 1.5 million pounds gardens and orchards, not only reduce our • the sale of art, crafts, clothing, acces- of cancer-causing chemicals into the air carbon footprint, but are also giving us op- sories, produce, plants, and organic foods last year. portunities to form an “entrancement with • healing artists who will give massages • Even here, far from the immediate nature”, which according to Thomas Berry, and other healing modalities clutches of DuPont, Carbide and Mon- “is essential in order for the human com- • green living instructors who will set up santo, we must come to terms with the munity to have the psychic energy that’s displays and provide demonstrations that fact that pollution is our reality. needed for the renewal of our planet”. focus on making lifestyle adjustments for Many of us look forward to the various the good of our environment There are many wonderful things hap- Earth Day events that are held throughout • Carol Hillega, the keynote speaker, who pening right here in the Triad, however. The the Triad. This is a great way of promoting wrote The Awakened Earth. She will pres- Piedmont Plateau Group of the Sierra Club public awareness and informing area resi- ent a new and vastly different approach has started a Sustainability Speakers Group dents about the progress that’s being made to ‘allowing the earth to rejuvenate natu- in an effort to inform the residents of our by the various environmental groups and rally’. She will teach us how to give the area about these and other atrocities to government agencies. Speakers usually talk earth the foundation for greater balance which we are all contributing. They’re in- about the need for a new “greener” econ- and harmony through the art of medita- forming people about the hazards of coal- omy for our state and a cleaner environ- tion. fired electricity, natural gas, oil-based ment for our children. County and city • dance and music ensembles, local products, such as gasoline, plastic bags, agencies have an opportunity to pass out bands, jugglers, hoopdancers and drum- plastic bottles, and all the many chemical information and display photos of their mers based products that most people use in their parks, lakes, gardens, protected forests, homes, yards, gardens, offices, etc. The recycling processes, etc. These events also This artistic event can be a tremendous Sierra Club and several other local organi- give businesses an opportunity to sell solar catalyst for educating and lifting the spirit zations are helping people recognize their panels, hybrid or electric vehicles and of the people of our community. With a rights to clean air, water, soil and renewable various other gadgets that contribute to a festive event like this many people will sources of energy and teaching them how greener environment. Of course there are come to see the entertainers and the art, or to change their basic lifestyle practices. always lots of games and activities for chil- just to have a good social event, BUT they will go away with knowledge and under- standing, and most importantly, the desire to make personal changes in behavior that may have a much larger impact on the sustainability of the entire community.
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Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 33 Medicine in Motion Tai Chi and Qigong for Seniors
atching effectiveness of Tai Chi and Qigong espe- the eve- cially for older adults, a panel of nation- ning ally and internationally recognized experts Wnews and catch- in Qigong and Tai Chi, physical activity ing up on local and aging, and biomedical research, as and world events well as older adults who practice Tai Chi is a daily ritual for came together to brainstorm ways to in- many people. I can re- crease public awareness of the health- member when commercials used to enhancing benefits of Tai Chi and Qigong prompt you to clean your bathtub and develop accessible community pro- with Ajax; perk up with Coke; or eat grams that might be delivered in senior Rice Krispies for breakfast (I can still centers, hospitals, faith-based institutions, hear the “snap, crackle, and pop”). retirement homes, and other community And, of course, there was "see the settings (2005 National Expert Meeting on USA in your Chevrolet"! These Qigong and Tai Chi). There is a great need peppy upbeat commercials were for education and information about Tai based on the assumption that the Chi and Qigong, as a major problem seems people watching them were liv- to be that many people do not know about ing full and diverse lives and them, or do not have access to classes. interested in making their Can you imagine this scenario? You homes attractive, eating and are watching the evening news and a com- preparing tasty meals and mercial comes on. At first you think it is snacks, and going fun places. “the same ol’ same ol’” but then something Today’s commercials create different happens. Instead of information quite a different picture. Most on drugs, you see a group of people in a of them portray people suffering beautiful setting performing slow, gentle from life threatening illnesses or movements, moving in perfect harmony disabling conditions who are liv- with one another. They appear peaceful, ing very limited lives. These ads serene, healthy, and relaxed. The narrator promote various drugs as means to says “If you are suffering from any condi- a better life….maybe! They always tion related to aging, try Tai Chi and Qi- end on a down note, with a long gong. It is low impact, low cost, easy to list of the drug’s potential side ef- learn, and can be adapted for anyone, fects, which range from mere annoy- including those who use walkers, wheel- ances to possible death! The overall mes- chairs, have a chronic or acute illness, are “One of the most startling sage is at best a mixed one with no happy recovering from surgery, or need rehabili- cultural oversights in this country ending. tation for injuries, disabilities, and infirmi- ties. Within two months of beginning is the myth that medicine only comes A question is worth asking is— who regular practice, most people experience from outside ourselves. is the target market for these commercials? a significant reduction in their symptoms, Certainly one such group includes adults greater ease in performing the activities of The Chinese say that the human body over 50 who are experiencing one or more daily living, a stronger immune system, and produces medicine for free and that of the illnesses and conditions that our improved strength and flexibility. After six culture associates with aging. The next months of regular practice, people also Tai Chi and Qigong produce the elixir question is, are drugs really the only an- report experiencing other benefits such as of longevity within.” swer to these problems? Many health being happier and more peaceful, having professionals would say no! Dr. Oz says more confidence, higher self-esteem, feel- —Roger Jahnke, OMD, “Tai Chi and Qigong reverse the aging ing more connected to themselves and to Founder and Director of Integral process. If you want to be healthy and live others, and enjoying a greater sense of Qigong and Tai Chi to be 100, do Qigong.” Inspired by the meaning and purpose in their lives. No growing body of research validating the special equipment or clothing is needed, 34 NaturalTriad.com and it can be practiced anywhere. There it is necessary to include both Tai Chi and by are no known side effects to Tai Chi and Qigong in your routine, as well as the Sandy Seeber, LPC Qigong. partner exercises described below: Wow! Really? We might say…that sounds too good to be true. Our western Qigong firmations, as well as mindset prepares us to accept the healing Qigong is the most basic, simple, and the setting of inten- power of pharmaceuticals, but trains us to fundamental part of this set of exercises. It tions. Various types of be skeptical in regard to the amazing heal- forms the base upon which the other qigong practices are ing potential within ourselves which is pieces rest. The meditative aspects of qi- listed below: activated by Tai Chi and Qigong. Another gong cultivate inner awareness and the • Static sitting postures to quiet the mind obstacle to accessing the benefits of Tai ability to actually feel and experience and enter into stillness Chi and Qigong may be our attitude to- yourself from the inside out. The medical • Static standing postures to promote ward exercise. Although there are excep- aspects of qigong generate healing, reduce grounding, centering, and concentration tions, many people think of exercise as a pain, and foster healthy new growth of • Walking meditation to access creativ- duty to “get through” rather than some- cells and a strong immune system. Qigong ity, calm the mind, and achieve balance thing inherently delightful in itself. State- may involve the use of visualizations, af- • Self massage to open the flow of en- ments like “you really need to get more exercise” are likely to call up childhood memories of your mom telling you to eat your spinach and reminding you that veg- etables are good for you, when all you are really interested in is the chocolate cake! In this case, the good news is twofold. First of all, we don’t have to “just believe” it! We can find out for ourselves, either through experiencing these benefits di- rectly through practice of Tai Chi and Qigong, or through studying what the experts and researchers have to say about it. Secondly, Tai Chi and Qigong classes are fun! A curious fact setting apart re- search studies on Tai Chi and Qigong from other activities is that the dropout rate is extremely low and many participants vol- untarily choose to continue to their prac- tice Tai Chi and Qigong long after the study is over. So let’s look next at what we actu- ally mean when we talk about Tai Chi and Qigong, and then we will look more closely what make Tai Chi and Qigong so effective and so appealing.
What is Tai Chi and Qigong?
“The miracle exercise from China for people seeking to avoid drugs, surgery, and expensive doctor bills.”— Dr. Oz
TAI CHI (pronounced TIE-chee, some- times spelled Taiji) and QIGONG (pro- nounced CHEE-gung, sometimes spelled Chi Kung) have much in common. In fact, Tai Chi is actually the most popular and well known form of Qigong. Qigong, which is probably at least 5,000 years old, also gave birth to what we know as Chi- nese medicine and Acupuncture today. In order to access the full range of health benefits available through these practices,
Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 35 ergy in the body and release blocks of energy into various organs and parts weight shifting, and stepping in all direc- • Breathing practices to release tension, of the body, open acupuncture channels tions. Regular practice develops coordina- negative emotions and thoughts, gently without needles, as well as enhance bal- tion, stable footwork, balance, alignment, massage the organs and access the “tai ance, flexibility, strength, and range of confidence, structural integrity, strength, chi or qigong state” of wellbeing, tran- motion. and postural control. Forms come in dif- quility, joy, and the sense of being both ferent styles, with Chen, Yang, and Wu relaxed and energized Tai Chi Forms being the most popular. Practicing form • Simple sequences with repetitive Forms are composed of a choreo- movements regardless of style increases movements ( performed stationary or graphed set of slow, flowing movements the ease of moving through space safely with simple footwork ) to direct the flow that involve a wide range of motion, and carrying out activities of everyday life. Remembering the sequences and moving the body in new ways stimulates the forma- tion of new neuron pathways in the brain and exercises the memory.
Partner Practices (called Push-hands in traditional training) In these exercises, participants engage in simple activities with one or more of their Wednesday, April 18 Tuesday, April 24 classmates to enhance relaxation; practice 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. staying grounded under pressure; quicken reaction time; deepen understanding of Tai Chi movements; enjoy friendly connec- tions; learn to move in harmony with oth- ers; and heighten body awareness and sensitivity.
Therapeutic Effects on Various Illnesses and Conditions Perhaps one of the most surprising things revealed by the research on Tai Chi and Qigong is the broad spectrum of ben- efits. Regular practice, in combination with standard treatment, can reduce the severity of symptoms associated with va- riety of medical conditions and in some cases actually result in lasting changes and Thursday, April 19 improvements. Below is a partial list of 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. such conditions:
Arthritis • Low bone density Breast cancer treatment High blood pressure Parkinson's disease Addiction • Sleep problems Balance problems and falls • Stroke Fibromyalgia • Dementia Shingles Visit us online How can one exercise have so many broad and far reaching effects? To our western minds these results are puzzling. Our western medical system breaks the body down into its component parts and treats symptoms associated with specific diseases or conditions. As a result, we tend to think in terms of one-to-one correlations and direct causes and effects. For example, if I had a sinus infection, I would take an antibiotic; or if I had indigestion, I might
36 NaturalTriad.com take some Tums. In contrast, Chinese medicine views the body spoke with great enthusiasm about how their practice of Tai Chi as a whole and focuses on the quality, flow, and abundance of and Qigong not only has helped them to maintain a healthy body,
the life force energy (called chi) which underlies the functioning but also how it has enriched their lives mentally, emotionally, e tur t it i re co of all body systems. No matter what the symptom may be, there socially, and spiritually, and improved their overall quality of life. is always only one problem to treat—blocked chi! Tai Chi and See the diagram for specifics and for quotes from participants in Qigong, unlike pharmaceuticals which act on a single and spe- this study. cific molecular or cellular mechanism, are body-mind practices that affect multiple systems simultaneously. Consequently Tai Chi “Curing 10,000 Illnesses” –a Tai Chi Practice and Qigong have the capacity to ameliorate a variety of symptoms Now would you like to try out a Tai Chi healing practices for Helping you be responsible for your simply by unblocking the flow of chi throughout the whole per- yourself right now? A practice called “Curing 10,000 Illnesses” son. For example, it is not uncommon for someone to come to is one of my personalHealth, favorites! Mind, Body I find & Spiritit to be a wonderful way Tai Chi class feeling stressed, with a headache coming on, and to begin or end or one my day, testin or sometimes or en I do nd it o enduring the day when some lower back pain to boot and leave class feeling great on I start to feel restless, eurotr ns itter achy, or cramped ncin from too much sitting or all fronts! working. One of the best things about this practice is that it can e s testin rido o be done anywhere and anytime, and only takes a few minutes. Exercise for the Body, Mind, and Spirit Remember that the ultimate cause of disease and “dis-ease” The Mayo Clinic calls Tai Chi and Qigong “all inclusive of mind and spirit is the blocking of the life energy, or chi, that exercise.” This means that from a purely physical exercise stand- providesWant the fuel to see for howeverything I can help we do, you think, or feel. This practice point, Tai Chi and Qigong offers a complete exercise package, uses a combinationbecome of simple healthier? movement and sound to accomplish including all five of the different and important kinds of exercise the unblocking. 30 minute The external introductory movement releases tension in the in one unified whole: aerobic, strength training, core stability, muscles FREE and tendons appointments on the surface are of the body, and the sound flexibility, and balance. Unquestionably, from a purely physical releases tension available in the for organs new clients! deep within. standpoint, these exercises are the “deal of the century,” but this fact alone does not really explain why people don’t drop out of • Begin by standing up with your feet approximately shoulder research studies or choose to continue Tai Chi on their own. A width apart, st with esse er your knees enue gently relaxed, reens oro stretching the group of researchers conducted a series of interviews with older crown of your head upwards toward the sky and letting your adult practitioners asking them to describe the effects they believe tailbone relax down336.456.4743 towards the earth. their Tai Chi and Qigong practice has had on their lives (“Subjec- • Next begin to i c re i co gently bounce up and down on your heels, tive Experiences of Older Adults Practicing Taiji and Qigong” focusing your attention on the sensation of your heels landing Yang Yang, Sharon DeCelle, Mike Reed, Karl Rosengren, Robert solidly on Jill’s the groundNatural beneath Path your feet.jillsnatpath Schlagal, and Jennifer Greene, 2011). The seniors in this study • Continue to bounce up and down on your heels and focus Sustainable Organic Solutions supporting a chemical-free environment e tur t it i re co
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uring these economic times, many What is someone supposed to do if prescription pain medication? Doesn’t that people have altered their spend- they are in pain and can’t justify getting a mask the symptoms? People do not need Ding and are stretching their dol- massage to help them with their aches to live with structural pain! Let’s get to the lars. You don’t have to read the headlines andnpains to feel better? Do they just source of the pain. to know that just about everyone’s budget tolerate being in pain? Do they justify pay- has been affected during this flattening ing their co-pay at the doctor’s office for a The Rossiter System is one of the economy. cortisone injection or another co-pay for quickest, most effective ways to bring structural pain under control. A Rossiter workout will get to the source of the pain and address its cause, which is the con- nective tissue system. Unlike conven- tional medical approaches to treat some conditions, The Rossiter System focuses on stretching the body’s connective tissue system with over 200 very specific tech- niques. When the connective tissue is in- Open 7:30am-8pm daily jured, stressed, or overworked by repetitive use, it naturally shortens, tightens, and thickens. The result is pain, stiffness, ach- Wine Sale ing, numbness, or throbbing associated with less range of motion and restricted & Show movement in the joints. 26 Wines Connective tissue is really quite sim- Sale: April 4 - May 1 ple to understand. It is the stretchy, strong Up to ligaments, tendons, and broad fascial Show: April 14 1-5pm coverings that connect every part in the $5 ~ Taste all 26 wines 45% Off body to all other parts. It is also the tiniest, thin threads of connective tissue that con- nects even the smallest cells together over the entire body. Connective tissue simply Take an additional 5% off 6 bottles; 10% off 12 bottles; mix & match holds the body together, gives it shape and 268 East Front St. • Downtown Burlington (when completely healthy and loose) gives 336-223-0390 www.companyshopsmarket.com it the appropriate amount of space to live well and be pain free. 48 NaturalTriad.com The Rossiter System’s primary goal of feel results that last for weeks, months and • Tight Calf Muscles & Hamstrings pain relief is achieved by stretching and even years. • Golfer’s or Tennis Elbow freeing up the connective tissue that is • Overuse Injuries bound up and causing pain. This system The Rossiter System keeps your body • Arm, Wrist, or Hand Pain of two-person stretching is a powerful, healthy, supple and pain-free…naturally! natural way to prevent and relieve pain, These innovative stretching techniques Kathy Howard, LMBT #2259 has special- release tightness and provide ‘space’ to loosen entire areas of connective tissue, ized in Rossiter since 2006 and is a Senior the body (i.e. joints, muscles). After a Ros- providing pain relief, restoring mobility Rossiter Instructor. She has a Rossiter siter workout, the body’s structures are no and range of motion. This healing system Center at 1400 Battleground Ave Suite 213 longer pinched, squeezed, bulged or is used to prevent or relieve: in Greensboro, where she sees clients and trapped. Most often with Rossiter, the cli- • Sciatic or Low Back or Hip Pain teaches workshops. Please visit www.Ros- ent immediately feels relief from pain and • Plantar Fasciitis or Foot/Ankle Pain siterSoutheast.com or call 336-708-1727. has better freedom of movement – even • Knee Pain Kathy has also had a private massage therapy practice since 1998. See ad on after the fi rst technique! • Shoulder or Rotator Cuff Pain page 46. • Headaches or Neck Pain With Rossiter, people fi nd themselves stretching like they have never stretched before. This is their opportunity to be in charge of the pain in their bodies and stretch through it. In a Rossiter workout, they are in control and in charge of how much they want to stretch and are actu- ally called the Person In Charge (PIC). The Rossiter approach to pain relief puts you in control! In this difficult economy, people often feel like things are simply out of their control. They’re worried about money or about losing their jobs. They’re concerned that their health benefi ts will be cut back or gone soon, especially if they’re laid off.
The Rossiter System, on the other hand, gives the client (the PIC) the power and the responsibility – yes, responsibility – to take care of their own body on its journey out of pain. The PIC determines how hard they work with their Rossiter System practitioner. The PIC decides where they hurt the most and start there to un- wind the pain out of their body. They de- cide how much pain to take out each time, knowing that their own health care is in their own hands for a change.
For many people, that is a new – and welcome – concept. It is also one of the reasons The Rossiter System’s approach to pain relief is so effective. When clients become active participants in eliminating the pain in their body, they make certain that every minute of their Rossiter workout is well spent and every decision is a team decision, guided by them. It is their body and they make the important decisions about erasing their pain by how much they stretch. Anyone in pain could likely ben- efi t from a Rossiter workout. Most people Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 49 Community EVENTS
Friday, April 6 GET:OUTDOORS Women on the Water Kick maintain your healthy weight! REVEAL your Off Celebration with wine tasting by STONE- Best Self. Join the RVLution! Location: First Transitions – A Group For Women Experienc- FIELD CELLARS. 2-4pm Music, giveaways. Reformed United Church of Christ, 513 W. ing Change. 1-2pm - first Friday of each Location: 1515 W. Lee Street GSO. Call the Front St., Burlington. Reserve your space to- month. The Center for Holistic Healing is of- store for more details: 336.294.3918 day! 336-449-3284 fering a support group for women in the midst of change. Life is an ever emerging journey Tuesday, April 17 Friday, April 20 which can be difficult to travel alone. If you are facing a job loss, children leaving home, Reiki Circle. 7:15-8:30pm-third Tuesday of Pet Loss Support Group.12-1:30pm - 3rd retirement, divorce, death of your spouse, the each month. Please join us for our monthly Friday of each month. Led by Valarie Snell, reality of aging and/or relationship changes; Reiki Circle led by Michelle Vaughn, Reiki LCSW. Losing a loved one is always painful. this group can offer you a safe, peaceful place Master/Teacher! It will be a relaxed environ- Many times when we lose a pet, we can feel to be with other women facing similar transi- ment open to people of all paths and traditions that there is no place for us to grieve, and that tions. Led by Patricia Tadlock, RN, NP-C, to practice Reiki, connect with like-minded no one will understand. This is a place that CHTP. For further info, contact The Center for individuals and/or experience Reiki for the we want it to be safe to express this pain, and Holistic Healing at 336-841-4307. No fee is first time! As a group, we will create sacred, to gather support from others who have also charged, but donations are appropriate. Visit healing space as we give ourselves permission lost a pet. Cost: $15. For more info or to www.chhtree.com for more info. to receive healing. Each participant will have schedule your appointment please call The the opportunity to give and receive treatment Center for Holistic Healing at 841-4307 or Sunday, April 15 in "round robin" style. No experience neces- visit www.chhtree.com. sary. No cost. Donations appropriate. Please The Goddess Within You. 1:30-3pm - 3rd call to reserve your space. For more info Saturday, April 21 Sunday of each month. We all have the spark please call The Center for Holistic Healing at of the divine within us, and as women, that 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. Free Boat Demo: 10am-2pm. Try many mod- spark must be a goddess! Come meet your els of kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards. inner goddess, or expand on the goddess you Wednesday, April 18 For details and lake location: 336.294.3918 already know. This class fits well with many spiritual beliefs and can add some empower- Baby Boomers Guide to Social Security – Fi- Triad Brain Injury Walk & Roll-athon will be ment as well as fun to your life. Led by Valarie nal Spring Seminars offered. Triad Financial hosted at Tanglewood Park in Winston-Salem Snell, LCSW Please come join us! $15/class. Advisors is offering three 90-minute seminars (Shelter 4). We will have healthy food, exer- For more info please call The Center for Ho- entitled “Savvy Social Security”. There is no cises, and activities for kids, an event shirt, listic Healing at 841-4307 or visit www. charge for the public seminars scheduled on Display booths, gift bags, raffle items, and lots chhtree.com. Tuesday, April 24th and Thursday, April 26th of info for you.Join us and pre-register ($20) from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. One morning for this fun and family friendly event. Sign up seminar is scheduled on Wednesday, April at www.bianc.net or call Peggy Nelson at 18th from 10:30 – 12:00 p.m. All seminars 919-882-1911 for details. We will honor brain will be held at the O.Henry Hotel. Registration injury survivors and their families in your deadline is one week before each seminar. community, including our military and veter- Seating is limited. Registrations can be made ans. We are focusing on Concussion aware- by calling 336-369-2103 or emailing clotte@ ness in sports and athletic activities and pre- trifiadv.com. Please note your contact info vention of brain injuries. Every hour, six along with the date, time and number attend- people in North Carolina have a traumatic ing the session of your choice. Triad Financial brain injury (TBI). BIANC has 4 Brain Injury Advisors is located at 333 North Greene Walk & Roll-athons planned in NC for March Street, Ste 506, Greensboro, NC 27401, and April. Please contact the Triad Brain In- telephone: 336-230-0071, www.trifiadv.com. jury Resource Center (located at Wake Forest Baptist Health, Sticht Center) at 336-713-8582 Conscious Communication Classes. 6:30- or visit our BIANC www.bianc.net website or 8:30pm. Also Wednesday, April 25. Increase call 919-618-3003 to learn more about re- your communication skills and enhance all sources in NC. your relationships as you become more aware of how energy affects your interactions. This The Weight Is Over! 2pm. FREE EVENT! 4 hour class (2 Wedesdays) taught by Angela Sample the most nutritious weight manage- Wilson and Alexander Tuttle will empower ment plan ever, created by top nutrional sci- you to create success in your love, family, entists and medical doctors, from the com- friendship and business connections.At pany that made acai a household name. Use P.U.R.E. Wellness Center, 144 North Cherry these delicious products to...lose, gain, or St, Suite 1, Kernersville, NC. $25/class. Call maintain your healthy weight! REVEAL your Angela to register at 336.986.0172. Visit 2 Best Self. Join the RVLution! Location: Triad websites: www.ALEXANDERandANGELA. Yoga Institute, 3940 W. Market St., Greens- com www.magiccarpetrideofsound.com boro. Reserve your space today! 336-449- 3284 Thursday, April 19 Sunday, April 22 The Weight Is Over! 7:30pm. FREE EVENT! Sample the most nutritious weight manage- Green Living Arts Festival in celebration of ment plan ever, created by top nutrional sci- Earth Day 2012. 1-5pm. This free, family- entists and medical doctors, from the com- friendly event will feature: Visions of Peace: pany that made acai a household name. Use An Exhibition of the Arts, bands, singers, these delicious products to...lose, gain, or multi-cultural dancers, “green living” displays, 50 NaturalTriad.com demos & instruction, healing artists, green art by Rodney Owen, this workshop will explore give. When you make your donation, you will activities, a parade and vendors selling eco- various ways to develop and maintain mind- be covering the cost of treatment for the per- friendly crafts, art, organic foods, produce & fulness using the tools of Insight Meditation son whose appointment follows yours! For plants. Location: Creative Center, 900 Six- and Qigong (Chi Kung). These approaches more info or to schedule your appt, call The teenth St., GSO. Sponsored by: REsourses for offer an embodied sense of mindfulness, Center for Holistic Healing at 841-4307 or Artful Living (REAL) andThe Sierra Club. For wherein we recognize and acknowledge the visit www.chhtree.com. more info, email [email protected]. mind-body connection to fully experience life as it happens. Mindfulness is the process of Saturday, May 19 The Weight Is Over! 2:30pm. Also, May 22. being in and acknowledging the present mo- FREE event! Sample the most nutritious weight ment, and investigating the process of percep- Chakra Balancing with Acupuncture. 2:30- management plan ever, created by top nutri- tion as it happens. While it is a simple con- 3:30pm. Led by Amanda Brown, L.Ac. Special onal scientists and medical doctors, from the cept, it can be difficult to achieve given the Event - Limited to 5 participants- Call to re- company that made acai a household name. many distractions of living in the day-to-day serve your spot today! Have you ever wanted Use these delicious products to...lose, gain, world. By effectively utilizing the various to have your chakras balanced? Well here is or maintain your healthy weight! REVEAL mindfulness tools available to us, we can see a chance to do a chakra balancing guided your Best Self. Join the RVLution! Location: these distractions for what they are, learn to meditation and acupuncture at the same time. PurEnergy Fitness Studio, 1905 B Ashwood live in and savor the eternal “now”, and cul- The Indian chakras are seven main energy Ct. (1 block north of Fresh Market off Lawn- tivate the ability to live without attachment to centers throughout the body. Your life force dale), Greensboro. Reserve your space today! memories, fantasies, emotions, and various energy or Qi, flows through theses energy 336-449-3284 other distractions. We can learn to simply centers. This is similar to the Qi flow in Chi- “be”. We will alternate between stillness and nese medicine. When in balance, your Qi Tuesday, April 24 motion, utilizing various methodologies for flows smoothly through the chakras and body. developing mindfulness, maintaining mindful- This balance can help to eliminate symptoms Reiki I Certification Class. 6-8pm. Also May ness, and avoiding attachment. No experience of any kind such as pain, stress, insomnia etc. 1 and May 8. Learn the Japanese touch and is necessary. All practices are appropriate for While lying in a comfortable position in re- energy therapy technique known as Reiki. This practitioners of all ages and fitness levels. clining chairs, we will listen to a chakra bal- class will be taught by Michelle Vaughn, Reiki Cost: $25. Pre-registration and a $10.00 de- ancing guided meditation, and your chakra Master Teacher following the lineage of Dr. posit are required. Please register before areas will be needled in seven places. These Mikao Usui, founder of Reiki. Reiki is a gentle, March 7, 2012. For more info please call The consist of the top of the head, forehead, neck, yet powerful, form of healing energy that re- Center for Holistic Healing at 841-4307 or chest, stomach, and lower abdominal areas. stores balance, removes blockages and pro- visit www.chhtree.com. The meditation will last around 30 minutes. motes relaxation, health, and connection of Please wear loose fitting clothing and be the mind-body-spirit self. During this series, Tuesday, May 15 prepared to relax. Come join us and enjoy the you will learn the history and philosophy of balance of body, mind, and spirit. Cost: $45/ Reiki, what Reiki is, how to apply Reiki for Reiki II Certification Class. 12-2pm. Also May person - Pre-registration required. For more self-treatment and treatment of others and 22, Maqy 29. Led by Christina Allen, Reiki info, call The Center for Holistic Healing at much more. There will be plenty of hands on Master Teacher. Continue and deepen your 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. practice time in class and a ritual attunement understanding of Reiki. Reiki II teaches you ceremony. You will receive a personal manu- three sacred Reiki symbols for distance and Saturday, May 26 al and certificate upon completion of the class. conceptual healing, protection, deep emo- $125 for 3 week series. For more info please tional healing, and more. Prerequisite is Reiki Color Healing Class. 10am-12pm. Led by call The Center for Holistic Healing at 841- I. Reiki II is a wonderful way to raise your Christina Allen, Reiki Master Teacher. Each of 4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. vibration and consciousness, increase your us is influenced by color in surprising and connection with the universe, deepen your powerful ways! Delve deeply into your rela- Thursday, April 26 healing and ability to heal others! You will tionship with color. Learn your personal colors receive multiple attunements, a personal for your own healing and which colors to use Mother Baby PEP Talks. 4-5pm - fourth Thurs- manual, and additional meditation tech- at different times and for which purpose. Learn day monthly. PEP Talks is a free support group niques. * includes advanced techniques for the most effective ways to transmit the color for mothers of new babies sponsored by the working with animals, and detailed info of the rays for self-healing and work with others. Mother Baby Foundation and led by Cynthia powerful method of integrating affirmations Finally, you will be led in a meditation and Palmer, LMFT. PEP stand for Postpartum Emo- into ones being for the elimination of destruc- the creation of a mandala using the color rays tion with Possibilities, and the hour is spent tive thought patterns and habits* Cost: $125 for self-empowerment! Cost: $35/person. For celebrating your successes and finding solu- for 3 week series, Pre-registration required. more info, call The Center for Holistic Healing tions for you challenges. The focus is on YOU, For more info, call The Center for Holistic at 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. the mom! We'll provide the laughter, refresh- Healing at 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree. ments and experience of other moms who com. Teaching Meditation Techniques to Children. have "been there." Babies are welcome! For 2-4pm. (for grownups only, please) Led by more info, call The Center for Holistic Healing Wednesday, May 16 Christina Allen, Reiki Master Teacher. Learn a at 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. variety of different ways to cultivate peaceful- Pay It Forward-Healing Touch/Reiki Clinic. ness in the lives of your children and family. How to be a healer in your own home. 5-7pm. Led by Pat Tadlock, RN, CHTP, Reiki Master/ We will explore many active meditation Lori Alderman is hosting a class on how to use Teacher. There is joy to be had in the simple techniques, address common challenges, and Doterra essential oils. Learn how to boost the act of giving! What we are given is a gift introduce you to meditation tools which are immune system, relieve pain, and lessen which, in turn, allows us to feel a sense of frequently appealing to children. We will ad- anxiety, and depression. Call to register as gratitude. This gratitude can be passed on dress how to teach meditation techniques at soon as possible-339-0656. through simple acts of kindness. In this spirit, all different ages from 2 - 14years, including this “Pay It Forward” Healing Touch/Reiki techniques which can be done collectively as Saturday, May 12 clinic will be held. Treatments will be pro- a family. Cost: $35/person. For more info vided on a donation basis by check or cash. please call The Center for Holistic Healing at Mindfulness Workshop. 10am-12:30pm. Led The donation need only reflect your ability to 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 51 ONGOING Calendar
Total Wellness, PLLC, 711 Milner Dr., Ste A monday GSO. 336.285.9596. tuesday Private self defense instruction. 10am-4pm. Yoga for Mixed Levels in Kernersville at Nia Classes. 9-10am. Also, Thursdays and Just $20.00 for the first hour. Weekdays from P.U.R.E.Wellness Center, 144 North Cherry St. Fridays. Nia is a unique blend of dance, mar- 10am - 4pm. By appointment only. Simple, 6:30-8:00 pm. Also Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm. tial arts and healing techniques. Focusing on effective and easy to learn techniques. Call This class is designed for a variety of levels pleasure and potential, the benefits of Nia Roy Alderman at (336) 339-5058. Check from beginners to seasoned practitioners to include increases in cardiovascular health, out the website at www.b-safe.weebly.com. work side by side practicing solid fundamen- flexibility, creativity, and emotional and spiri- Videos available at YouTube channel: Com- tals and classic yoga asanas (postures). Gain tual well-being. This class is appropriate for a monsensedefense a deeper awareness of your body and develop wide-range of fitness abilities. Come explore higher levels of focus, strength, flexibility and "the joy of movement". First class free, $10 to Individual Yoga Sessions. Various times and endurance. The use of props, including belts, drop-in, or 5 classes $40. Greensboro Cultural instructors available. Private one on one yoga blocks, and blankets, helps optimize the ex- Center, studio 305, 200 N. Davie St. GSO. for sessions! In an individual yoga session your perience. Modifications will be introduced more info contact Cynthia at (336) 554-5156 teacher will assess your posture, breathing for complex poses so that beginners may or [email protected] habits, alignment, and movement. Together, work comfortably at their own level. Taught you develop goals that specifically meet by Sheila Taylor, RYT-200. $15/drop-in. For Tai Chi for Arthritis 9:15-10am. Also Thurs- your needs. Yoga poses are adapted to fit the other pricing options or more information, days at the Shepherds Center at 1700 Ebert individual's goals for developing strength & please contact Sheila Taylor – 336.404.4939 Road in WS. This class is free and ongoing. flexibility. Instructors work with all ages & or [email protected] Taught by Susan Meny, Senior Center Director. fitness levels from athletes to those with physi- For more info or to register, call the Shepherds cal disabilities. This is a great opportunity to Tai Chi Fundamentals: An Intergenerational Center at 336.748.0217 or email smeny@ enrich or begin your practice. $60-1 hour; Tai Chi Class. 7-8pm. For people of any age shepherdscenter.org $90- 1.5 hours. For more info, or to make an at the Shepherds Center, 1700 Ebert Rd, WS. appt. call The Center for Holistic Healing at First class free. $20 for 4 classes in April. First EEEMotion- Engage,Energize, Embody Motion 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. session begins April 2nd and no class on April 11am-12pm. With heart centered healing and 9th, Easter Monday. Taught by Sandy Seeber creative expression, EEEMotion blends guided Stillpoint Acupuncture Clinic. 2–6pm. Still- and Alan Graham with Three Treasures Tai meditative movements, energetic dancing, point Acupuncture Community Clinic offers a Chi. For more information or to register, call centering balance, and powerful strength low cost, community-centered way to provide Alan at 336.416.9426 or email info@alan- moves. Be present to your body wisdom, acupuncture treatments for a wide variety of grahamdc.com while embracing joyful movement as a tool health concerns. Making acupuncture afford- for self-healing from pain, injuries, and physi- able and convenient are the primary aims Tai Chi with Emilie. 7:15-8:30pm. Emilie Fan- cal limitations. Tune inward with rhythmic of this clinic. Using a model similar to that ning is a certified Yang Style Tai Chi instructor universal music to uplift your spirit, invigorate practiced in China, the clinic setting allows us with 9 years of Tai Chi study. She is certified your body, deepen relaxation, and nurture to see more people at once, thereby reducing through Eric Reiss and is certified to teach Es- mindfulness. EEEMotion fit all shapes, all our cost and yours. Call 336-510-2029 for sential Flying Rainbow form as well through sizes, all ages, and all energy levels.$10 drop- an appointment. 614 Pasteur Dr. GSO. www. Master Helen Wu. We invite you to come join in fee or 8 classes for $70.00 Location: The stillpointacupuncture.com us on Mondays evenings for Tai Chi, camara- Creative Center 900 Sixteenth St. GSO. www. derie, and confidence building through move- thecreativecenter.net. Contact Denise Pastoor Community Acupuncture Clinic at The Center ment. This class is appropriate for practitioners at [email protected] or 336-207-7959. for Holistic Healing. 3:30-5:30pm. Come of all ages, skill, and fitness levels. We hope experience acupuncture with Amanda Brown you will join us! $10/class. For more info, call Lunchtime Gentle Yoga. Starts April 10. 12:15- MSOM, L.Ac., Dipl.OM! Our acupuncture The Center for Holistic Healing at 841-4307 1:15pm. Taught by Susan Sherrill, RYT. Need clinic offers effective affordable treatment in a or visit www.chhtree.com. to get past the midday slump? Do it naturally relaxing group setting. Patients receive profes- with gentle yoga. Nourish your body, mind, sional, safe, personalized care in a peaceful Zumba. 7-8pm. Zumba is a Latin-inspired, and spirit with a practice designed for all group center. By treating several patients at calorie burning fitness workout designed t ages, body types, and flexibility levels. Gentle once we lower our costs and pass our savings whip you body into shape using today's spici- postures, breath awareness, and meditative on to you. The types of conditions that this est music! Zumba is at the forefront of the techniques are utilized to enhance openness, setting is most conducive for include: Anxiety fitness world and is popular with both men awareness, balance, and flexibility. Allow and stress, Headaches, Digestive problems, and women. Mambo, Cha Cha and Meringue yoga to restore and revitalize you. Foster Insomnia, Addictions, Acute and chronic with Zumba Certified Instructor, Lesha Parks. inner stillness and non-reactivity in the midst pain, Smoking cessation, Emotional problems She is ready and waiting to energize, motivate of today’s hectic environment. 410/class. For as well as general health maintenance and and inspire you to burn approximately 800 more info, call The Center for Holistic Healing relaxation. $30/patient. Appt. required. For calories per workout! $5 drop-in. Affordable. at 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. more info: call 336-841-4307 or visit www. Fun. Fitness. Location: Body & Soul Total chhtree.com Wellness, PLLC, 711 Milner Drive Suite A T'ai Chi Classes. 12:30-1:30pm. Also Thurs- Greensboro. 336.285.9596 days same time. T'ai Chi for health, meditation Turbo Kick. 6-7pm. Turbo Kick consists of a and self-defense. Improve balance, strength combination of intense hip hop kickboxing and flexibility. Beginners welcome. Triad based moves and cardiovascular intervals Yoga Institute, 3940 W. Market St., GSO. paired with energy filled motivational music 336-449-3284. Phone for special introductory designed to enhance strength and endurance. rates. Your instructor has 35 years experience Are you ready? PiYo, hustle and groove your in T'ai Chi Ch'uan, and is certified to teach way to a new body with Regina Hollaman, by The National T'ai Chi Ch'uan Assn., Los Certified Turbo Kick Intructor. Affordable. Fun. Angeles, CA. See full class schedule at www. Fitness. $5 drop-in. Location: Body & Soul silktigertaichi.com.
52 NaturalTriad.com Stillpoint Acupuncture Clinic. 2:30– 5:15pm. Kernersville, 144 N. Cherry Street. 6:30 - 8:00 Alan Graham with Three Treasures Tai Chi. Offering a low cost, community-centered pm Tuesday evenings. A classic form of yoga For more info, call Alan at 336.416.9426 or way to provide acupuncture treatments for is taught which incorporates postures (asanas) email [email protected] a wide variety of health concerns. Making along with breathing practices(pranayama), acupuncture affordable and convenient are meditation and relaxation. Taught by Kim the primary aims of this clinic. Using a model Millner, RYT 200. $15/class or $78 for 6 wednesday similar to that practiced in China, the clinic classes ($13/class). For additional info or ques- setting allows us to see more people at once, tions, please contact Kim at 336-749-5191 or Wednesday Morning Meditation. 7-7:40am. thereby reducing our cost and yours. Ap- [email protected]. We hope you will join us for our an early pointments suggested, but walk-ins accepted morning meditation group led by Heather if space available. Call 336-510-2029 for an Want to Learn Reiki in a private one-on- Mask, LPC. It is a great way to start your day appointment. 614 Pasteur Dr., GSO. www. one setting? April 3, 10, 17. 5:30-7:30pm. and focus your week. Each Wednesday morn- stillpointacupuncture.com Learn how to become a level 1 practitioner. ing we will sit together for a guided meditation After being attuned to this wonderful healing and brief topic discussion related to the medi- Date and Acquaintance Rape Support Group. energy you can then treat yourself, family, tation and mindfulness. No experience with 5-6:30pm. We invite you to meet and gather friends and even your pets. After completion meditation is necessary to join the group. We with support from fellow survivor and learn of these three classes you receive a level 1 would love to have you come explore medi- from each other. This group has an interactive certificate based on your knowledge of the tation as a tool for mindful living, becoming focus with some guidance from the facilitator. history, chakra system and chi flow, proper aware of your emotions and reactions, as well Led by Valarie Snell, LCSW. Cost: $20/group. techniques and the benefits of Reiki. Learn as learning about yourself and your responses Please call CHH and ask for Valarie for more how to keep yourself and loved ones healthy to your thoughts, emotions and the world info. 336 841 4307. Group members will through the healing energy of Reiki. $125 for around you. We look forward to seeing you need to speak with Valarie Snell prior to at- these private lessons. For more info, contact soon. Cost: Free - Donations appropriate. For tending group. For more info please contact Lori Alderman, Reiki master teacher, certified more info, call The Center for Holistic Healing The Center for Holistic Healing at 336-841- Reflexologist, and Herbalist at 336-339-0656 at 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. 4307 or visit www.chhtree.com or at [email protected] Tai Chi for Seniors age 50 and above. 12 noon T'ai Chi Ch'uan Classes. 5:30-6:30pm (Be- Hatha Yoga. 5:45 to 7:00pm. Lisa Hauser, RYT, at the Shepherds Center Ebert Street location ginners) and 6:30-7:30pm (Advanced). Also teaches Hatha style yoga which focuses on in Winston-Salem. First class is free. First class Thursdays same times. T'ai Chi for health, body, breath, and self awareness. Practicing is free. Cost $20 for 4 classes in April. First meditation and self-defense. Improve balance, awareness of the body and breath through session begins on April 4th. Taught by Sandy strength and flexibility. Classes held at First movement teaches us self awareness. Through Seeber and Alan Graham with Three Treasures Reformed United Church of Christ, 513 W. self awareness, we grow. Come explore, Tai Chi. For more information or to register, Front St., Burlington. 336-449-3284. Phone discover, and grow through Hatha yoga. call Sandy at 336.724.1822 or email Sandy at for special introductory rates. Your instructor $10/class. For more info, call The Center for [email protected] has 35 years experience in T'ai Chi Ch'uan, Holistic Healing at 841-4307 or visit www. and is certified to teach by The National Tai chhtree.com. Vinyasa Yoga. 4:15-5:15pm. Taught by Joni Chi Ch'uan Assn., Los Angeles, CA. See full Merrill, RYT. This class is a beginner’s vinyasa class schedule at www.silktigertaichi.com. Tai Chi for Relaxation. 7-8pm. For people class that focuses on correlating breath with of any age at Knollwood Baptist Church at movement creating a continuous flow. This Yoga in Kernersville. 6:30-8pm. Yoga class 330 Knollwood Street in WS. Cost $10 for2 class will warm up the body assisting it to ideal for beginners and those interested in a classes or $8 per class. Classes will meet on become more flexible and strong. Appropriate "moving meditation" in the beautiful space April 17 and 24 only this month. First session for beginners, modifications will be given for of P.U.R.E. Wellness Center in downtown begins March 6. Taught by Sandy Seeber and more advanced students. $10/class. For more
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Natural Triad Magazine April 2012 53 info, call The Center for Holistic Healing at acupuncture treatments for a wide variety of 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. health concerns. Making acupuncture afford- friday able and convenient are the primary aims of Meditation 101. 5-6pm. Creating meditation this clinic. Using a model similar to that prac- Yoga for Cancer Survivors. Starts April 13. rituals connects us with our true, authentic ticed in China, the clinic setting allows us to 12:15-1:30. Taught by Lisa Hauser, RYT. Nur- self. Explore a variety of meditative techniques see more people at once, thereby reducing our ture the body and soul with gentle restorative to open your heart, quiet your mind, and relax cost and yours. Appointments suggested, but yoga that focuses on breathing techniques, your body.Using breathwork, guided imagery, walk-ins accepted if space available. Call 336- gentle stretching, and meditation to inspire intention, and mindfulness, we deepen intui- 510-2029 for an appointment. 614 Pasteur Dr. healing. Please wear comfortable clothing. tive awareness and enhance healing. Ongoing GSO. www.stillpointacupuncture.com Call to reserve you spot in this special class class for beginners, as well as those experi- today. $10/class. For more information please enced in meditation. Each class introduces a Foundations Yoga. 5:30-6:45pm. Taught by call The Center for Holistic Healing at 841- new meditation technique. $10.00 drop-in Joni Merrill, RYT. In this class you will learn the 4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. fee or 10 classes for $80.00. Location: he foundations that create a balanced yoga prac- Creative Center 900 Sixteenth St. GSO www. tice. We will focus on proper breath, align- thecreativecenter.net. Contact Denise Pastoor ment, core strength and use of props. This is saturday 336-207-7959 : [email protected] or a great class for beginners to learn in a safe 90 minute couples massage and Reflexology Rik Neal 336-549-6997, tie-dye-samurai@ and comfortable environment. $10/class.For package. 90 minutes of healing for two peo- live.com more info, call The Center for Holistic Healing at 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. ple, a total of 3 hours - just $130.00. 45 min- utes of massage, 45 minutes of reflexology for Beginners Pilates Class. 5:30-6:30pm. Led each person. Saturdays by appointment only. by Vicki Bartnikowski.This Mat Pilates class FREE Alkaline, Ionized, Water. 6:30-7:30PM. Call Lori Alderman at (336) 339-0656. Visit is geared toward the beginner to Pilates. Please join us for a fun and informative eve- the website at www.SLReflexology.abmp.com Everyone will learn the fundamentals such as ning where you will learn the secrets of this proper breathing, concentration, and coordi- amazing water. View a live demonstration Aerobic Kickboxing. 10-11am. Aerobic Kick- nation. This is a low-impact class for people followed by a Q & A session. Three guaran- boxing infuses elements of personal defense, of all ages, great for toning, and allows all tees: 1) Can’t spend any money 2) Can’t sign dance and kickboxig into a high energy work- participants to begin and progress at their anything 3) FREE water to take home. Wingate out to the rhythm of today's hottest music. own pace and individual fitness level. Pilates Hotel in Winston Salem, NC located at 125 S. Lose weight, trim up, relieve stress and boost exercises are focused on core conditioning to Main St, 27101. One (1) block off of business your self-confidence by taking ouur Aerobic enhance core strength and overall flexibility. 40. Parking available across the street at the Kickboxing class today! Tyson Topping holds This energizing form of exercise will create Church Street parking deck. RSVP - Seating certifications in Personal Training and Group better posture, slimmer thighs and toned arms, is limited. 336-782-9677 Fitness through IFTA. 5/$20, 10/$35 or $5 while increasing circulation and relieving ten- drop-in! Affordable. Fun. Fitness. Location: sion. $10/class. For more info call The Center Yin Yoga. 6:45-8pm. Taught by Joni Merrill, Body & Soul Total Wellness, PLLC, 711 Milner for Holistic Healing at 841-4307 or visit www. RYT. This is a deep mindful practice that fo- Drive Suite A Greensboro. 336.285.9596. chhtree.com cuses on joints and connective tissue in the lower back, hips and legs. This class focuses Private personal training day. April 14 and Hunyuan Tai Chi. 630-7:45pm. Chen-Hun- primarily on seated poses that are held for 28. 10am-2pm. For new clients only $15.00- yuan Taijiquan (Tai Chi). Taught by Rodney three to five minutes each. Yin Yoga is a great Certified personal trainer Lori Alderman of- Owen, this is a class in the full curriculum of way to balance a regular active yoga practice fers 1 hour training sessions for new clients Chen-Hunyuan Taiji (Hunyuan Tai Chi). Chen- or fitness program. It is appropriate for all ages for only $15.00. For anyone looking to look Hunyuan Tai Chi is a system of Taijiquan that and levels. $10/class. For more information and feel better contact Lori Alderman at is a synthesis of Xingyi, Qigong (Chi Kung), please call The Center for Holistic Healing at 339-0656.Training sessions will be tailored and Chen-Style Tai Chi. Chen-Hunyuan Tai 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com. around the individual's goals. Many elements Chi is a system premised on health and self can be focused on, anything ranging from defense, emphasizing health; stillness and Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse cardio, strength-resistance work, flexibility, movement emphasizing stillness; the internal Support Group. 7-8:30pm. Taught by Valarie self defense and stress relief techniques. For and external, emphasizing the internal. The Snell, LCSW. We would like to invite you to anyone looking to get in shape and feel better class will cover basic Qigong, meditation, join us to meet and gather support from fellow schedule an appointment today. Tai Chi form, push hands, and self defense survivors and learn from each other as well. applications. $10/class. For more info, call This group has an interactive focus with some Insight Qigong. 10-11:15am. Taught by Rod- The Center for Holistic Healing at 841-4307 guidance from the group facilitator. Group ney Owen, this class utilizes the practices of or visit www.chhtree.com. members will need to speak with Valarie Snell prior to attending group. $20/group. For more Qigong, and Insight Meditation to develop info, contact The Center for Holistic Healing awareness of the mind-body connection. thursday at 336-841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com Qigong is an Asian healing art grounded in Taoism and Traditional Chinese Medicine that Chair Tai Chi for Seniors age 50 + with Mix, Mingle & Move. 7-8:30pm (3rd Thursday addresses the physical, mental, and spiritual Mobility Limiations. 1:00-1:45 PM at Arbor aspects of the complete person. Insight Medi- Acres in the new assisted living building, monthly) Mix. Mingle and Move is a monthly networking event that brings Zumba Enthusi- tation is based on the Vipassana tradition of 1240 Arbor Road in Winston-Salem. 8 week Southeast Asian Buddhism, and is a method session begins April 5th. Cost $32 if you asts of all levels together with Small Business Owners while incorporating a fun twist on for focusing awareness on the present moment are not a resident at Arbor Acres. Taught by and developing understanding of the true na- Sandy Seeber and Alan Graham with Three Zumba Fitness. Join ZIN Certfied Instructor and Visionary, Lesha Parks as she pumps it up! ture of existence through mindful investigation Treasures Tai Chi. Registration is required for of the life process as it happens. This class will this class. For more information or to register, $5 General Public. $10 preregistration $15 On-site Small Business Owners. Submit pre- cover basic Qigong practices, the Primordial call Sandy at 336.724.1822 or email sandy@ Qigong form, and Insight Meditation. Qigong sandyseeber.com registration and other event inquiries to mak- [email protected]. Fit & Fabulous and Meditation are gentle and empowering for your body, mind and business. Location: arts that are appropriate for practitioners of Stillpoint Acupuncture Clinic. 2–6pm. Still- all ages and fitness levels. Cost: $10/class. For point Acupuncture Community Clinic offers a Body & Soul Total Wellness, PLLC, 711 Milner Drive Suite A Greensboro. 336.285.9596. more info, call The Center for Holistic Healing low cost, community-centered way to provide at 841-4307 or visit www.chhtree.com.
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