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Dear Friend,

I try to focus on the present. While I do set goals and plan for the future, my plans are tentative so I can change and grow as needed. So four years ago, when I (re)started Evolving, I wasn’t thinking about celebrating future anniversaries. But here we are, and it is a joyous occasion, indeed. Please join us on April 28 to celebrate our 4th anniversary. As in previous years, we’ll have more than 70 Evolving advertisers available to introduce you first-hand to the modalities, products and services you read about each month. See our ad on page 7 for more information. This month also brings our annual “Green” issue. With the grass in full green glory, it’s the perfect time to celebrate Kansas City’s green and environmental aspirations. Because of the snowy March weather, the Communiversity Wholistic Health Fair is rescheduled for April 14. Come take a workshop, see the various vendors and stop by and say hello. I’ll have on hand our April issue as well as the annual Wellness Directory. Here’s to living in the moment and celebrating the journey along the way. Happy Spring!

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News KCFitnessLink Expands to New Plaza Location KCFitnessLink is proud to announce the opening of its second yoga studio in Kansas City. The Country Club Plaza studio is nestled inside Unity Temple on the lower level alongside Eden Alley Restaurant at 707 West 47th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64112. KCFitnessLink’s first studio location is located in Historic Strawberry Hill at 510 North 6th Street, Kansas City, KS 66101. “The energy and vibe inside Unity Temple is a perfect fit for KCFitnessLink,” said Darryl Olive, director of programs. “Unity Temple promotes a sense of community and is very supportive of our services. The services there are great compliments to our yoga and fitness classes.” KCFitnessLink has hired Stephanie Willis as a studio director and operations manager of yoga services at the new facility. Stephanie was pivotal in strategic vision for the space and brings a wealth of knowledge from her previous health career with Weight Watchers. At Weight Watchers, Stephanie managed national accounts, customer service staff and pro-

vided direct support to clients at the local call center. KCFitnessLink classes offer an individualized experience for every student, regardless of their fitness level, age or familiarity with yoga. Our studio is known for its down to earth culture and accessible classes for everyone. “The studio also works directly with teachers from its yoga teacher training program, so clients can benefit from some of the best-trained instructors in the city,” said Darryl. The new Plaza studio will offer a variety of classes for all levels, including basic yoga, core strengthening yoga, yoga with dynamic movement, Zumba (a Latin -inspired dance-fitness program) and more. Classes started March 18, 2013 and KCFitnessLink will hold an open house on April 20, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. where Kansas City residents can attend sample classes, taste yummy snacks, receive complimentary chair massage, sample related yoga vendors and learn more about our services and instructors. For class schedules and more information about the open house, visit KCFitnesslink.com.

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News Nan2 Launches in KC Nancy Oglesby and Nancy Steele announce the launch of Nan2, a conscious collaboration resulting in a unique new holistic weight loss program that combines coaching and sound nutritional guidelines with energy balancing. The program is individualized to address each participant's needs and lifestyle, providing sustainable results. Weekly one-on-one sessions alternate between coaching and energy balancing with participants also receiving customized printed guidance, energy balancing selfhelp instruction, and email/phone support. Nan2 is now accepting applications for enrollment in their debut three-

Flint Hills Wisdom Keepers Gathering The annual Flint Hills Wisdom Keepers Gathering will take place April 2629, 2013 near Council Grove, KS, at White Memorial Camp and Conference Center. Five American Indian Elders from across the country share talks, ceremonies, drumming, singing and various traditions as so moved and called for by Spirit. A special guest Elder will share with us this year from The International Council of 13 Indigenous Grandmothers, Grandmother Rita Long Visitor Holy Dance, Oglala Lakota of the Crazy Horse Band. All Elders honored and presenting include Lakota Grandmother Rita, Grandfather Lloyd Elm, Onondaga, Michael Bastine, Algonquin, Della Romero, Pueblo/Ute, and Minisa Crumbo Halsey, Citizen Band Potawatomi/ Muscogee Creek. A Sacred Fire Circle on the grounds will be tended by Fire-

Richard Bach Book Launch In the tradition of John Steinbeck’s T r a v e l s w i t h Charley,and Richard Bach’s own bestsel ler, Illusions: The adventure of a reluct ant messiah, Travels with Puff: A Gentle Game of Life and Death recounts Bach’s journey from Florida to Washingtonstate in his small seaplane. With humor, wisdom and insight that could o nly come from one of the world’s fav orite writers and an accomplished pil ot, TRAVELS WITH PUFF, also challeng

month program. The first twenty participants will receive 25% off of the regular program price. Details and registration information may be found at www.nan2.org, or by calling 816-8089405 or 913-244-9551. Nancy Oglesby (http:// healthworkskc.com) is a Certified Health Coach who guides her clients in becoming lighter, energetic, healthy and happy. Nancy Steele (www.nans88.com) is an energy balancing facilitator utilizing the art of Jin Shin Jyutsu. They share a belief in using a holistic approach in their practices, addressing all aspects of a person – body, mind, and spirit. They also believe that the synergistic combination of their services is much more than the sum of two parts ... it is exponential! keeper and Sundancer Rick McBride. He will guide participants that sign up for the 24/7 Sacred Fire tending that follows the Opening Sunrise Ceremony led by Elders at the Sacred Fire Circle early Saturday morning. Rick will also be conducting a Drum Workshop Saturday evening for participants who register in advance online at http:// m i x e d b l o o d . i n f o / Drum_workshop_registration.html. Registration for the Flint Hills Wisdom Keepers Gathering can be done online at www.fhwisdomkeepers.org Full weekend registration and one-day passes are available. See Gathering registration fee chart online or contact Registrar, Diane Barker, at email: fhwisdomkeepers@gmail.com, or phone: 785 -539-9163. Check out the website for plenty of updated information, history dating back 25 years to author Douglas Boyd and Iroquois Medicine Elders, registration information, contacts, and photo gallery of pictures.

es our ideas of fate and our futures, and asks us how can weprepare for the em ergencies in our own lives? Can we e ver really be safe? And, is being safe al ways what we want? “We are not victims of fate, we are the authors of our lives. Yes, life will be turb ulent, at times. We will have our infli ght emergencies. But we prepare for t hem, and we take action to turn bad fe elings and bad situations into something positive. Turn everything positive. Lear n from everything that happens. In t his way, we are always pilots-incommand, no matter what happens.” EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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Wisdom Within—by Suzette Scholtes Getting More Green in ‘13

s a young girl, my farm chores were collecting eggs from the chicken house. First week on the job, I reach into the warm nest to fetch the egg and my hand wrapped around a slimy black snake. Next day, those chickens were traumatized by my big wood stick and I prodded them from their nests, looking for any thievin’ snakes. As well, I hauled daily two gallons of milk from the bulk tank; and on Sundays, deep cleaned and sanitized the milk barn. This was done rain or shine, snow or sleet, Christmas and Easter. The dairy barn was a half mile from the house, so lots of work for a 12-year-old (no plastic then) carrying two jugs of milk in gallon glass bottles. The dairy was a “bungalow” and innovative. The cows were eye-level so no need to stoop to put on the milkers. However, when they kicked, their big hoofs flashed close to your head. That terrified me so I was banned from the bunker and given the clean-up duty. I hung from the sides of the bunker walls to clean the glass pipes used to flow milk into the huge bulk tank. All this work made my young frame long and strong. There was no word “organic,” but we lived it: We enjoyed vegetables from our acre garden, churned butter from fresh organic milk; beef from the green fields; eggs from the barn and water from the well. We wasted nothing. Garbage was fed to the pigs. We used glass bottles and jars for canning. Our lifestyle protected the Earth’s natural resources and our personal resources. Dad, well educated, practiced right crop rotation and conservation of water by digging ponds. In modern times, we are not expected to change everything and do a 180 to go green. Most of us have made changes. You readers know about recycling, using glass not plastic, etc. So what’s new in the Go-Green focus? The new techniques for me I found:

•Buy a smart power strip (on Amazon) that senses when appliances are off and cuts “phantom” or “vampire” energy use. •Wash clothes in cold water whenever possible. As much as 85 percent of the energy used to machine-wash clothes goes to heating the water.

•Keep your cell phones, computers and other electronics as long as possible, then donate or recycle them responsibly. •Recycle, filter, use glass not plastic, etc, etc., and you’re helping the environment while going “green.” I doubt anyone still churns butter from raw milk. Still, my mouth waters just thinking of that butter spread on warm, home-made bread. In yoga, the Earth, as I mentioned in last month’s column, is our body and bones and resonates the root chakra: safety, security, harmony and belonging. To go green inside ourselves, one consistent way is meditation and with a gentle self inventory, we are not polluting our minds and hearts with blame, fear, doubt, greed or jealousy. My mantra this month: I honor trust over doubt to expand ever more my love and well-being. This must be in place even while I take care of my adult daily “chores.” Now I don’t collect eggs or haul milk but I keep our home and my body impeccably clean and use organic products. Bravo to all of us for going more green in ‘13! Suzette Scholtes has won awards for her writing including the prestige “Writers Digest” award for non-fiction. Her passion is writing and teaching. At the Yoga School, she directs the yoga teaching methods based on the 8000 year old yoga tradition of yoga health and happiness, whether 18 or 80. 10400 W. 103rd Street, Overland Park. www.theyogastudio.com; news@theyogastudio.com; 913-492-9594.

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Journey to Wholeness—by Jude LaClaire, Ph.D. Practice Planting

pring planting time is here. This inspired me to think about a different kind of gardening called “Self-directed Neuroplasticity.” Rick Hanson, Ph.D., a psychologist and neuroscientist, author of Buddha’s Brain: Neuroscience of Happiness, Love and Wisdom, gives us some practical lessons on how to accomplish the task of re-directing the brain’s negativity bias, planting positive seeds. He reminds us that negative experiences code immediately while positive experiences take 10-20 seconds. Negative experiences are in living color while positive ones fade into the background. Dr. Hanson describes this as the brain having velcro for the negative and teflon for positive. He tells us this is great for survival but lousy for our quality of life. Dr. Hanson suggests that we follow three steps in our task of ‘gardening’ the positive in the brain.

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Observe what’s there; experience it; acknowledge pain, problem

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Pull the weeds of negative thoughts, memories, etc. Plant the seeds and flowers of the positive thought, feeling or action

This process, practiced repeatedly can re-train the brain, creating new neural pathways. If we can find that ‘sanctuary’ in the mind for 15 seconds and receive it, internalizing this into the neural structure, we will begin to change the way we think about others and ourselves. I suggest the image of a tree to help calm the body and open the mind. Slowly taking a breath into the diaphragm, imagine you have roots reaching deep down into the earth. Your body is calm and quiet. The upper body is like the branches and leaves reaching to the sky. Your body is calm and relaxed; your mind is alert and awake Though criticizing, complaining, obsessing and other negative modes of thinking may be easier to cultivate, they

are destructive and have unhealthy consequences both emotionally and physically. We can shape our brains to be more resilient and positive by playing more upbeat songs rather than the more familiar bummer ones. Of course there is often great resistance to any change like this. We may have internalized messages like “I cannot be happy.” “I will never find love or if I do I will be hurt.” “I am not competent and won’t succeed.” The list can go on pretty endlessly…or so it seems to me when my brain gets rolling downhill in the negative groove. I suggest a simple intervention at this point. Say to yourself, “If I could imagine myself (say the positive thought like, ‘feeling confident, happy, loved’) I wonder what it would look like, feel like.” Imagine that and experience it fully. This helps us to change the train track in our brain to the more positive thought or feeling in a powerfully gentle way. We are avoiding the power struggle that we usually have which almost always keeps us stuck in negativity. Dr. Hanson suggests that each time we practice for 15 seconds, we are installing that brain pathway. Repeat it 5, 10, 15 times and you will activate it. Each time you do it that pathway will be reactivated. We are creating a new habit and a new neural pathway. With a small amount of consistent effort we can literally re-structure our brains. So let’s do as the song suggests by tuning our body and brain to the music of the land, inch by inch and row by row. Happy planting.

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Jude LaClaire, Ph.D., LCPC, LCSW is a counselor, educator and author. For counseling appointments, seminars, training, speaking engagements or information on Neurobehavioral Programs or Imago Couple Therapy call 913-322-5622. For more information about Jude LaClaire or the Kansas City Holistic Centre go to www.kcholistic.com; jude@kcholistic.com

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Books—by Marc Lesser The Myth of Work-Life Balance

here is a famous Zen dialogue from ancient China about a monk and a teacher. The monk arrives at the monastery and says to the teacher, “I’ve arrived. Please give me your teaching.” The teacher says, “Have you eaten your breakfast?” The monk responds, “Yes, I have.” The teacher says, “Wash your bowl.” The monk understood. What could be more obvious? If you were to ask, “How can I find work-life balance?” I might be inclined to ask if you have eaten your breakfast… And, assuming you have, suggest you wash your bowl. This dialogue and this terse instruction are meant to shift your attention from looking for answers outside yourself to looking more directly within yourself beginning with your experience – directly and simply. Noticing, appreciating, and learning from the mundane activities of your everyday life. Even the act of “bowl washing” washing dishes, can be turned into an incredible, even sensuous event; an act of discovery, a blossoming of the senses. What is the sensation of the water touching your hands; is the water hot or cold? Or washing dishes can be simply a chore to get done as quickly as possible to get to the next event, where the real action is – like sending emails or watching television. The same activity can be completely different, depending on where you put your attention. Context matters. The story we tell ourselves is vitally important, not only to our state of mind, but also to our physical relationship and response to the events of our daily life. Attempting to achieve work-life balance, as though something is missing or something is wrong, (either with you or with your situation) is a set-up for failure, for stress, and for anything but balance. Instead, experiment by bringing your attention to the activities that make up your work. Notice the activities and notice your inner dialogue, the stories you weave, as well as your feelings. Just this act of paying attention can produce positive change – a bit of slowing down, a little more space – opening up the possibility of change, of more calm, even of more appreciation. EVOLVING… A GUIDE FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING

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So often, all the attention goes to the “what” – the content or story line – too much to do and not enough time. Try shifting the focus to the “how” – what is the quality of your activity, as well as the quality of your state of mind. All of these suggested activities are simple and complicated, easy and sometimes impossibly difficult. Paradoxical? Yes! Much of being a human being requires that in order to get more done, try slowing down. To become more confident, try more questioning. To achieve more, explore beginning by accepting what is. To know yourself, try forgetting yourself. How – pay attention and appreciate what is right in front of you. Please, wash your bowl. Based on the book, Know Yourself, Forget Yourself. Copyright © 2013 by Marc Lesser. Reprinted with permission from New World Library. www.NewWorldLibrary.com. Marc Lesser, the CEO and cofounder of the nonprofit Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute, lived at the San Francisco Zen Center for ten years and is the former director of the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center. He lives in Mill Valley, CA. www.marclesser.net

Revelations—by Sonia Choquette Time to Relax

his morning I overslept. I spent the weekend teaching a workshop and then caught a flight home that landed at midnight. By the time I collected my luggage, got to my car and drove home it was 2:00 a.m. I didn’t mind. I still felt exhilarated from the workshop and the happy, joyful response, which emanated from the people who attended. Their love carried me home on such a vibrational high I didn’t feel tired at all. That is until the alarm clock went off at 7:00 a.m. this morning and a wave of exhaustion swept over me as I reached over and pushed the snooze button. I immediately fell back into a deep sleep for another ten minutes when the alarm went off again. Struggling to wake up I forced myself to open my eyes, stood up, and found my way to the shower. I realized as I pulled out of the heavy fog of such deep sleep that if I want to live in the highest vibration, I have to give my body more of a vote in how I pace myself — or I will not succeed. My mind loves to create and loses all sense of time and space when I enter the creative vibration. My heart loves to connect and share and engage with others. And my body wants to share in the vibration of love as well by “suiting up and showing up.” But unlike my mind and heart, my body has a different set of requirements to keep up the vibration that the heart and mind want to maintain.

Love has a slower, more grounded pace. It’s not urgent and frantic. It breathes. Embarrassingly, I often forget to take these requirements fully into account as I arrange my day. And when I ignore what my body needs, my loving vibration takes a nosedive. I become agitated. I feel cranky and irritable. I have more difficulty listening to my intuition or being present for others; and I overreact to noise and other dissonant energies around me. I can’t tell you how many times my family members, who witness me in an over extended, exhausted and crabby state, have said, “I wish your clients and students could see you now…the way you really are!” Every time this happens I cringe a little inside because they are right. Coming off the high of an intense effort of work, even work I absolutely love, does often catch me by surprise with a negative mood and no love or patience for anything. If we want to live in the vibration of love, it’s important to live in balance by

occasionally slowing down and pacing ourselves; so we avoid the emergency mode of breathlessness, irritability and exhaustion. I’ve read that the Dalai Lama is very mindful of the importance of keeping a sensible pace so he can live in the spirit of love everyday. One time a reporter asked him how he remains so calm, so grounded, and so loving when his life can be so stressful and demanding. He paused, gave the question some serious thought, and then answered, “I leave early for appointments.” How sane. How realistic. How intelligent. And how loving to himself and the people who look to him for leadership that he paces himself realistically. It is when we allow our overly active minds to bury us alive by rushing through life with so many “to do” lists that we lose touch with the Spirit of love. Love has a slower, more grounded pace. It’s not urgent and frantic. It breathes. In the spirit of that awareness I’ve

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taken the day off to just relax. I slept in, and have nothing to do but enjoy life all day. It’s a challenge, but I am committed to rising to the occasion. This reminds me of something my teacher, Dr. Tully, once said to me. “Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is nothing. This doesn’t mean nothing is being done however. It simply means when you step back, the Universe can step in and do its part for you.” So, with a cup of coffee in one hand, a novel in the other, and nothing on my agenda all day, I send you all my love from my relaxed and peaceful heart. Sonia Choquette is a spiritual teacher, sixsensory consultant, storyteller, and visionary guide known for her delightful humor and skill in quickly shifting people out of difficulty and into flow. She is the author of 19 bestselling books on intuitive awakening, personal growth, creativity, and transformational leadership, including the New York Times bestseller The Answer Is Simple. Her work has been published in over 37 languages, making her one of the most widely read experts in her field. SoniaChoquette.com

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In the Kitchen with Bonnie—by Bonnie Rabicoff

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hen Ernesto Peralta, Jr. Bonnie.” She has served as the

Vice President of Development for KCPT Public Television and the Marketing Director of The Barstow School where she founded and coordinated “The Barstow School Organic Farmers’ Market and Chef Series. Bonnie has worked in the televisi on medium for over 20 years … Serving as a producer and host for a variety of community progra ms addressing education, the arts, s oci al service and Bonnie Rabicoff is the producer and host of the cooki ng. To vi ew the entire foodie series, multi-media foodie series “In the Kitchen with visit inthekitchenwithb onnie.com

created the concept for Blanc Burgers + Bottles, his mission was to utilize as many house-made recipes, locally sourced products and original flavors (no high fructose corn syrup in his sodas). He continues to celebrate "authentic" taste, now, with an Asian twist. Executive Chef Jayson Eggers captures this flavor on a toasted sesame bun with a grilled Asian marinated salmon, wasabi aioli and spicy slaw …"In the Kitchen with Bonnie."

Asian Marinat ed Salm on w ith Wasabi Aioli and Spicy Slaw on a Sesame Bun Prepared by Executive Chef Jayson Eggers "In the Kitchen w ith Bonnie" at B lan c Burgers + Bottles Wasabi Aioli ½ c wasabi powder ¼ c water 4 egg yolks 1 oz ginger, g rated 1 garlic clov e, g rat ed ½ c s esame oil 2 ¾ c veg etable oil Mix together wasabi po wder and water. Combine egg y olks, ginger and garli c in a foo d pro cessor. Slowly emulsify oil into foo d pro cesso r, add a lit tle wat er if too thi ck. S&P to taste. Asian Marinade 3 clo ves garlic, grat ed 1 oz ginger, g rated 1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped 1 ½ c soy sauce 2 c hoisin sauce 2 c sweet chili thai ½ c rice wine vinega r

2 tbsp k eca p manis (can be found in Asian section of most supermark ets) 1 tsp bla ck pepper ¼ c s esame oil Whisk ingredients in a larg e bowl. R eserv e at least 3 tablespoons of marinade for slaw. Ma rinate salmon fil lets in ref rigerato r (no longer than 2 h ours), then saut e.

Asian Slaw ½ c Napa cabbage ¼ c carrots , julienne ¼ c cilantro, pi cked 1/8 c green onion, bias cut 2 tsp toast ed black s esame s eed 3 tbsp salmon ma rinade Combine first 5 ingredients in a larg e bowl , then toss with marinade.

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something filling that won’t weigh us down. Remember to add spirulina to liquid for best results and to check the mirror before going out. 2 C water or chilled green tea 1/4 C chia seeds 1/4 C flax seeds 1/4 C hemp seeds 2 TBSP goji berries 10 golden berries, if desired 2 TBSP coconut oil or 1 avocado Chocolate Superfood Shake 12 brazil nuts 2 TBSP other nuts or seeds, if desired Chocolate turns spirulina into a taste treat 2 - 5 TBSP spirulina even the most green-phobic will enjoy. 2/3 - 1 C frozen berries 1 cup almond mylk or your favorite non-dairy 6 - 8 Ice cubes, if a cold shake is desired mylk 1/2 medium cucumber, diced into large Blend all ingredients in a blender until pieces smooth. Serves 2. 2 TBSP raw cacao nibs 1/2 avocado Christy notes that because of their fiber ½ cup frozen berries content, smoothies last several hours before 1 - 2 TBSP spirulina they start to lose nutrients. That makes them 3 - 4 ice cubes, if a cold shake is desired easy to make in the morning and enjoy at Raw honey or stevia to taste, if desired work for lunch. Now that’s quality fast food! ast month, I wrote about how many health conscious people overlook a common processed food in their diet, protein powder. I suggested three whole food sources of protein that share the convenience of protein powder. This month, I’ll share some delicious protein shake recipes using these sources, chia seed, hemp seed and spirulina.

Blend all ingredients in a blender until A high speed blender such as a Vitamix or smooth. Serves 1. Blendtec works best with these recipes. Popeye’s Power Smoothie

Not all spirulina is created equal. Healthforce, Hawaiian Spirulina Pacifica and HealthSpan Health Coach, Christy Lonergan Nuts.com all sell fresh, tasty spirulina. created this smoothie that would make Popeye leave canned spinach behind! I added chia seeds for a protein boost. 1 cup of almond mylk or your favorite nondairy mylk 1 large handful of spinach (about 2 cups) 1 apple 3-4 strawberries 3-4 Ice cubes, if a cold shake is desired 2 tsp chia seeds Rinse spinach, and place all ingredients except chia seeds into blender until smooth. Pour into a glass, add chia seeds and stir. The chia seeds will congeal like tapioca. You may also blend the chia seeds into the smoothie with the other ingredients. Serves 1. The Superfood Bomb Breakfast Shake We enjoy this smoothie for breakfast at our house during warm weather when we want

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Bethany Klug is a physician for whom food is a doorway to personal, community and planetary health. Learn more about her practice of “Restoring Health with Holistic Medicine” at 913-642-1900 and www.healthspankc.com.

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lthough we are born through the nourishment grown around us, why is it so difficult to find that same sustaining nourishment? We trust that people with money and power have all the answers; and also trust that by getting to those positions, they have the best of intentions for the mass populations they serve. It seems, however, that most serve only for greed and the need for profit. We are all on our own attempting to educate ourselves and to make the best decisions possible. Meanwhile, we are getting sick. We feel bad and don’t know why…we escape from our reality by listening to what we are told is right, instead of going back to our roots to do what we feel is right. Much of the time, we are overwhelmed by the difficult options given to us. Where is our food coming from? And, the packaging? It is getting harder and harder to know what is pure and true to nourish and protect our bodies and the bodies of our children. What is truly right for a stronger vitality? Pollution is tormenting our bodies and hearts with a lack of spirit and nutrition while it is supposed to connect to our bodies like a thousand piece puzzle. The nourishment is lacking and does not fit if a piece of the puzzle has been cut or altered in an incorrect way. From GMOs that are clearly ruining our soil and our food supply, for now and for future generations, to nuclear meltdowns that pollute our sea life and waters for our children…the foods that were once our basic staples are no longer safe for us. We must also be aware of the dangers of toxic beauty and cleaning products that fill our bloodstreams with the possibilities of illness. Then what is safe? As a single Mother who contends with neurological conditions everyday in order to find the right foods to eat and to nourish my growing son, I must consider our tight budget. As I said before, the choices now are even harder since we have

GMOs to worry about. As an herbalist, it is even harder to make sure herbs are grown properly so they work as they should. With large vitamin companies now pulling one main property out of a plant and charging a small fortune to someone on limited funds already, doesn’t it make us think about growing our own…? Anything at this point! Modern medicine for acute purposes is a miracle all on its own; but, haven't those been derived from whole herbs and foods that have always existed? We are working our lives away to buy nonnourishing food that we are dying from…when we actually were created from a heritage of growing, hunting and gathering for ourselves. I will let you be the one to judge how our work ethics and priorities have changed. We as people, have to fit into a society where others make decisions for us due to the specialties of our careers. We recommend people to tell us more about ourselves than we care to know, meanwhile, paying our hard earned money to those same individuals who suppose they can direct our lives better than we can.

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In order to survive, we all have the same needs for nourishing food, clean air, clean water and healthy products. We need to stand tall as a united people and make difficult choices. We need to be about the business of growing our own food, we can learn to avoid canned foods, eat raw, buy local when possible or buy frozen… recognizing that these choices can be the first steps to the most cost effective ways for taking care of our future health. Standing up for our rights and what we believe in is not un-mentionable anymore as our intuition has not been lost. We must stand up for the rights of our health and for our children, and educate ourselves on what feels healthy for our bodies. Going green to be free, is an understatement. We must be about the work of saving farms such as Sanctuary of Mana Ke’a Gardens, in Kealakekua, HI by Randyl Rupar, which teaches us of the organic presence of the earth and connection to ourselves. We must support our local health food stores, such as Island Naturals, in Kailua Kona, Hawaii, who supports organic quality for families in need, and also Terrell Martinez’s “Now’s The Time Project” which stands for a better world for our children. Together, we can surpass the hardships of finding good-for-us foods to nourish our mind, body, and souls. Here’s to good eatin’s! Mandi Newton is an herbalist, alchemist, herbal cosmetic formulator, and holistic nail technician. She is also a hard working single Mother and cares about the planet her child will grow up in… She believes to sustain a life on this Earth, it will be a constant upkeep by everyone on this planet. She believes in a better people management and wants everyone to do whatever they can to maintain their surrounding areas for the futures to come. Many Blessings.

Feature—by Joan Polifka Urbavore URBAVORE: any animal that consumes urban grown foods; an organism that feeds from the energy, surplus and/or waste of a city.

aybe you already know them as the Badseeds of Badseed Farmers Market. But whether you do or not, Brook Salvaggio and Dan Heryer have redefined themselves in the last couple of years from farmers of a small 2.5 acre property in South Kansas City to owners and pioneers of one of the largest (13.5 acres), most diverse, “beyond organic” urban farms in the country. Located in the middle of the city at 5500 Bennington, they call it Urbavore. Neither Brooke nor Dan, both from Kansas City, grew up on farms. But now 31 and having farmed since they were 24, they represent a rare farmer profile and bring a passion, idealism and energy to their farm and farming practices that match or surpass any born to the occupation. In 2007, after much wandering and soulsearching, Brooke says she decided to farm because she found it, literally and figuratively, grounded her. Thus she started the small Bad Seed Farm where her husband, Dan, later joined her. The farm was successful until four years into the endeavor the city stepped in and shut down the operation citing zoning ordinances that prohibited agricultural activities on the property. When their dream seemed all but lost, they came upon the land that is now Urbavore. For years the city had grappled with purposing the 13-plus acres along Bennington. There were plans for a school, then a college, then a lowincome housing project. Meanwhile, Brooke says, the city was paying $20,000.00 a year to

keep the property mowed. Nevertheless, wresting the land from the city was an emotional, frustrating battle filled with court hearings and delays. But finally, in 2010, Brooke and Dan took ownership and Urbavore was born. On a mild Sunday morning in February I visited the farm, catching the owners before their hectic planting season starts in March. Meeting me at the property’s gate, Brooke and I walked the rolling property, which is presently mostly brown and barren given the season and the early stages of the farm’s development. Without loans, subsidies or utilities — this land is off-thegrid — Dan and Brooke are first focusing on their crops, with buildings to follow as profits dictate. However, the beginnings of their future underground, solar-powered home were evident as we climbed the big pile of excavated dirt making way for the structure. Dan was working on the project, as his wife and he are the sole contractors of the house. Brooke says a greenhouse will follow — one is being currently rented at another location — and then a barn. But all around the land is plotted for a vast array of produce, including some heirloom varieties: strawberries, rhubarb, peppers, eggplant, tomatoes and many others. Apple, peach and pear trees have taken root, with plans to greatly expand the orchard in coming years, and a vineyard is staked out for 2014. The farming methods governing this agricultural effort go beyond the practices of a typical organic farm which often tills, irrigates and, at times, even uses synthetic substances, though with well-defined restrictions, to prevent weeds, pests and disease. In contrast, Brook and Dan do not till the soil, irrigate or spray their crops. They rely as much as possible on natural processes and substances to keep the earth nutrient-rich and moist and plants thriving. Heavy mulching is

used to kill sod, prevent weeds and activate soil life. Free range chickens, ducks and geese, besides producing eggs, eat weeds and pests and fertilize the soil. Cows and goats are periodically brought onto the property from other landlimited farms. A compost heap, located on a back lot, is a ready source of natural fertilizer originating from the surrounding community’s food scraps, leaves and grass clippings. Urbavore operates Kansas City’s only residential composting program. Instead of irrigating, again heavy mulching plays a role in retaining the soil’s moisture, as does the refrain from tilling. Soil left undisturbed preserves its natural structure

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They believe deeply in organic farming as a way to save the planet and its inhabitants, and in urban farming as one response to vacated urban property that can revitalize neighborhoods and provide “real” food in areas where it’s needed most. that binds and holds adequate moisture just below the surface. Even during the drought last summer, Brooke reports, their produce fared better than produce that was irrigated. And the fruit trees are full -sized with deep root systems, rather than dwarf trees, chosen because of their greater capacity to withstand drought conditions. After touring the property, Brooke and I took a seat in some patio chairs near the farm’s boundary along Bennington. Embracing their ambitious agenda of diversity and purity of organic farming methods, I remarked that a lot of research must be required. Brooke said they do research types of plants and organic farming practices, but have found that the longer they farm the more intuitive it becomes. However, she said, planting and tending the crops takes an enormous amount of intensive physical labor. Each year they bring on several apprentices and volunteers to assist them, oﬀering free room and board and their knowledge in exchange for the labor. Brooke admitted that the work and commitment required to make Urbavore an ongoing, productive enterprise have been greater than she ever imagined. But, they believe deeply in organic farming as a way to save the planet and its inhabitants, and in urban farming as one response to vacated urban property that can revitalize neighborhoods and provide “real” food in areas where it’s needed most.

In their mission to make Urbavore a model for future farms, Brooke and Dan are spreading the word. Every Friday you can ﬁnd them, along with their 18-monthold son, Percy, at the Badseed Farmers Market at 1909 McGee from 4-8 pm., May through February, and on Saturdays at the River Market during its months of operation, showcasing their sumptuous fruits and vegetables. Brooke is especially interested in educating the wider population who is unconvinced of the value of organic farming and even more skeptical of the higher prices the products can fetch. As the interview wrapped up I was left truly inspired by these young crusaders who walk the talk for sustainable, organic, urban farming. As another way of getting out the word, Urbavore will be part of the Urban Farm and Garden Tour slated for the weekend of June 2223, 2013.

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Spiritual Horoscope—by Aluna Michaels April 2013 Aries (March 21 – April 19) Happy birthday Aries! All month Mars, your ruling planet, supplies you with tons of energy and ideas. But watch out for being overenthusiastic, or even irritable if others don’t want to bound ahead as excitedly as you do. By May most people will be caught up to your advanced concepts, so don’t get frustrated. Meanwhile, meditate on new goals and put personal plans into practice, so you move toward results. Just be patient with slow pokes! Taurus (April 20 – May 20) So many planets are in Aries, and they are rustling up stuff in your subconscious. Meditate about hidden or suppressed anger. Acknowledging disappointments supplies energy

that’s previously been spent pushing old stuff down. Forgiveness gives freedom and opens your heart to love, making new relationships come in, and current ones flow better. Also meditate on financial is-

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don’t think anything less of yourself!

Gemini (May 21 – June 20) Spice up relationships by trying new activities or spending time together with interesting friends. If single you can meet someone new in the same ways. In meditation, focus on the areas of your life where you are jealous. It could be about other people’s better finances, relationships, looks, or their self confidence. Release your resentments or frustrations, so the same level of good can flow into your life!

Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22) Meditate about releasing dysfunctional patterns you observed in and absorbed from your family! You can free yourself from subconscious relationship sabotage. If single, you can begin a healthy partnership. If already coupled, you’ll improve your way of relating and be able to truly enjoy emotional intimacy. Also look at your eating habits and how foods alter your mood – and how those bad moods affect others as well as yourself!

Cancer (June 21 – July 22) You can get a new job this month! Or at least you’ll be making more money somehow – whether it be a raise, bonus or promotion. You could also meet a romantic partner at work if single – or maybe have a new work partner who makes life easy for you. The key this month is to balance work with relationships. It might be easy to become workaholic-like. Don’t forget other people in your life who also need you! Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22) You’ll be open to new spiritual paths, or have a revitalized interest in meditation. Follow your enthusiasm and make good progress this month. The trick is not to drop your disciplines when the novelty wears off. You’ll have important insights if you persist when stuff seems ho-hum or boring. Make a commitment now not to be a spiritual dilettante. Stay true to your path to grow and evolve! Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22) If your relationship or sex life has been boring, this month it will explode with passion! If single, you’ll attract someone who sees that divine fire within you. Meditate and focus on your own beauty, lusciousness and spiritual depth. You have so much to offer as a lover and as a spiritual partner. Don’t settle for anything less, and

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Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) Your thoughts affect your health – physical and mental! Meditate and observe your mind – also observe your thoughts throughout the day. See how negative and mean you can be to yourself. Make a spiritual commitment to stop! This is like an addiction – ask for help like an alcoholic in AA asks for help from a Higher Power. You can be free and happy! Don’t trust any idea in your head that is negative – it’s just your lower self trying to keep you down – it’s not some form of urging for self-improvement! Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) This can be an amazing relationship month! So many planets are coming together and making you extra magnetic and appealing. However, your spiritual challenge is to observe how you could be subconsciously blocking that flow of energy. Let your power shine and make no excuses about your magnificence! You are not conceited – you are acknowledging how powerful the Universe is at it flows though you! Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) It’s time to acknowledge how spiritually influential you are! Your meditation and selfimprovement disciplines make you comforting and magnetic. People gain strength and hope April 2013

from being around you – even if you are quiet and just being around them. It’s good to be humble, but please see you have a special gift that you’ve worked hard to cultivate! Keep up the great work and praise yourself! Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) Make an effort to observe your thoughts. You’re blessed with a powerful and curious mind, but can get carried away with overanalysis, worry or overcomplicating things. The key is to blend your day-to-day intellect with your higher brain/ intuition. Your intuition has simple answers to complex problems and can also soothe your mental tensions. Relax into the fact that you don’t have to struggle for all the answers! (Also contemplate that you could be “addicted” to your constant thinking!) Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20) You could have exciting financial breakthroughs or new work opportunities. There will probably be a tie-in with something charitable or meaningful to society. In general, contemplate how you use your time and money. Could you be doing something that is service oriented and making a contribution in some way? This is a sure -fire way to lift your Piscean spirits and to help you feel valuable and connected. Aluna Michaels is a secondgeneration astrologer and Soul Evolutionist practitioner. She also holds a Masters in Spiritual Counseling and has been teaching and consulting for more than two decades. Her book “Spiritual Gifts of the 12 Astrological Signs” is now on Amazon in Kindle version. Ms. Michaels is available for appointments in her home or by phone. Call (248) 583-1663 or visit www.alunamichaels.com

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events Follow us on Facebook to be reminded of upcoming events! April 3 Energy Maintenance w/Rich Fine Learn techniques to work with your energy field and maintain your vibra0on. $30, 6:30 p.m. at Mys0c Treasures, 7711 N Oak Trafficway, KCMO, 816-420-0820, Facebook/ Mys0c Treasures April 4–6 Unity Ins!tute Lyceum Academic Symposium at Unity Village Dr. Bart Ehrman, Philip Goldberg, and religious studies students and faculty will present on the topic: "Sacred Texts: From the Bhagavad Gita to the Bible and Beyond." Learn more at unityins0tute.org/lyceum. April 5 Psychic Studies Ins!tute Presents: ANNE SALISBURY TO CHANNEL Making Sense of Your World A Conversa0on with All That Is 7:30-9:30 PM Unity Temple on the Plaza, 707 West 47 Street, KC, MO Members $5 • General Public $10 www.psychicstudiesins0tute.org April 6 Terrific Tarot Party 7-10 p.m. Healing Journeys. An amazing evening of insight and fun: 2 psychics, 5 types of readings, gallery readings, games, prizes, food, music. Advance 0ckets: www.meetup.com/Healing-Journeyswith-Kaya/ or 816-217-3359 April 6 Akashic Records Meet-up Join us as we open our Akashic Records to embrace healthy boundary seHng and stand in our power and authen0city. 10-11 AM, Crescent Springs, OP, KS (love offering). Private sessions 1-4 p.m. call Kat @ 913-341-2044 Host: Stephanie Forcier, 816 -260-2438 stephanie@innerwisdomevolu0on.com April 6 & 27 Readings and Energy Work w/Rich Fine Readings $25 for 20 min, $1 per minute

Include date, title, text and contact info. Events are due by the 15th of the month. $18 for up to 25 words; $.25 a word after that. Featured events include a boxed frame with a graphic: $33 per column inch. All events are prepaid. Contact jill@evolvingmagazine.com.

addi0onal. Energy work $40 and up. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Mys0c Treasures, 7711 N Oak Trafficway, KCMO, 816-420-0820, Facebook/ Mys0c Treasures April 7 Sit in the Silence—Bask in the Blessing Public Oneness Blessings at Ann Pint's in Leawood, 3 p.m. Love offering. www.meetup.com/OnenessKC. April 9 Core Star Energy Healing Clinic 7:15 p.m. $20 Experience the benefits of energy healing. 6045 Martway, Suite 104, Mission, KS. Reserva0ons 913-831-4422 www.CoreStarEnergyHealing.com April 9 Let's Prosper 7-9 p.m. Make 2013 an abundant year! We meet weekly exploring programs both prac0cal and spiritual for evolving our wealth consciousness. Dave Ramsey, Feng Shui, Oneness Wealth Process to name a few. Register: www.meetup.com/HealingJourneys-with-Kaya 816-217-3359 April 10 Crea!ng Conscious Community April topic: higher brain and selfawareness, 7:30 p.m. in the Crossroads. Guest speaker: Dr. MaP Turner, Mh.D. Learn more/register: higherbrainliving.com/kansascitycrossroads/events; 913.735.3HBL. April 13 Spring Cleaning: Detoxing, Juicing, and Juice-fas!ng with Dr. Kat Bowie 9:00 a.m. – Noon for $75 with pre-registra0on required. www.thestruancenter.com April 13-14 Akashic Records Workshop & Angel Card Sessions Come enjoy a 3-hour Akashic Records workshop or stop by the vendor room for an Angel card session with Stephanie Forcier. Workshop: Sat 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. $20 register online, $25 at the door. Angel Card Sessions: Sat 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. & Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., $1/minute. To register: www.kcspiritcon.com About Stephanie: www.InnerWisdomEvolu0on.com

April 13-14 SPIRITCON! Metaphysical Conference Mark your calendars for a weekend full of metaphysical workshops. For more informa0on go to www.kcspiritcon.com or Facebook us at KCSpiritCon! April 13-14 Oneness Awakening Course Wan0ng to become a Blessing Giver? 10 a.m. to early evening at Don and Jess Palmer’s Harbor in Lee’s Summit, www.onenessaPheharbor.com. Register: 816-806-1838 or theharbor@sbcglobal.net. April 14 Sit in the Silence—Bask in the Blessing Public Oneness Blessings at Ann Pint's in Leawood, 3 p.m. Love offering. www.meetup.com/OnenessKC. April 14 Overview of the Energy Field & Chakras Discover your poten0al for healing on all levels, learn easy hands-on techniques for sensing energy. 3-5 p.m. at Gardens of Delight: www.gardensofdelight.org. $25, adults or 15 and older. April 17 Higher Brain Living® w/Live Demo Proven transforma0on of your life to one of joy, passion, and purpose! Free presenta0on w/a mind-blowing live demo of a session. Register: higherbrainliving.com/ kansascitycrossroads/events; 913.735.3HBL. April 19-20 Akashic Records Cer!fica!on Class Deepen your connec0on to your soul with a unique and powerful connec0on to the Akashic Records. Navigate your experience with Stephanie Forcier, Cer0fied Teacher Cost: $200. Fri. 4/19 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Sat. 4/20 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mark Blanchard’s Power Yoga Studio. Info and registra0on, call Stephanie: 816-260-2438 www.InnerWisdomEvolu0on.com April 20 Connec!ng w/Realm of Faeries and Stones A magical, hands-on explora0on of the realm of faeries and stones at Gardens of Delight, ages 6 to adult, 1 – 3 p.m. Bring a

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mat or blanket. $33 adults or $44 family. www.gardensofdelight.org. April 20-21 Deepening Your Connec!on to Your Divine Group and personal contempla0on, journaling, deepening. 10 a.m. to early evening at Don and Jess Palmer’s Harbor in Lee’s Summit, $199, www.onenessaPheharbor.com. Register: 816-806-1838 or theharbor@sbcglobal.net. $75/advance, $100/ door. April 20, May 4 & 25 Soulful Living Series w/Julie Marie A 3-part series to ac0vate or enhance your intui0ve skills, followed by messages from loved ones. $45/ $20. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m./6 – 7:30 p.m. at Mys0c Treasures, 7711 N Oak Traﬃcway, KCMO, 816-420-0820, Facebook/ Mys0c Treasures April 24 Core Star Energy Healing Clinic 7:15 p.m. $20 Experience the beneﬁts of energy healing. 6045 Martway, Suite 104, Mission, KS. Reserva0ons 913-831-4422 www.CoreStarEnergyHealing.com April 26 Spirit Call—Earth, Our Sacred Home A casual, interac0ve, alterna0ve service with live acous0c music. 7 p.m. at Unity of KC North, 1000 NE Barry Road, KCMO. www.Unitykcnorth.org April 27 Crescent Springs Mys!c Fair 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Please join us for Readings, Sessions, Sales & Treats! www.CrescentSprings.net 913-341-2044 April 27 Reach Into Wellness! Wellness retreat 8:30 am-12:30 pm Healthy cooking demos, emo0onal wellness, movement and yoga, detoxing naturally. Door prizes and free chair massages are included. Shawnee Park Chris0an Church, Shawnee, KS. More info peacefulstretch.com or reneeherrmanncounseling.com

May 2–5 Soul Radiance: Medita!on and Yoga Retreat Unity Village. Reconnect with your spirit, awaken to your full poten0al, and strengthen your soul connec0on with yoga, self-discovery exercises and silent and guided medita0ons. No prior experience with yoga or medita0on needed. unityvillage.org/radiance May 4-5 Reiki I & II Learn energy healing skills for yourself and others. Intro to essen0al oils included. 9am – 6pm, $320 with early deposit. CEs for nurses, massage therapists, OTs. Karen Harrison, ICRT Licensed Reiki Master, Leawood, KS. 816-523-4440. karen@ karenharrison.net www.karenharrison.net. May 10 Angels Among Us w/Steffany Barton An in0mate gallery event demonstra0ng Steffany’s unique intui0ve talents, with audience interac0on. 7-9 p.m., $20/door at Unity KC North, 1000 NE Barry Road, KCMO. www.Unitykcnorth.org May 11 Oneness Family Course 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Unity Church of Overland Park. Learn spiritual (but not religious) tools for paren0ng & heal family wounds that trigger conflict while your children enjoy yoga, medita0on, and crea0ve ac0vi0es to connect with the Divine. Share the Oneness Blessing and Chant, Dance & Celebrate with your children as we unite in Spirit. Register: www.meetup.com/ Healing-Journeys-with-Kaya 816-217-3359 May 25, 26, 27 Memorial Day Open House 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., 816-891-8888, Rolling Acres Memorial Gardens for Pets, 12200 N. Crooked Rd., KCMO. www.visitrollingacres.com August 2-4 Herbal Goddess Celebra!on Join Wise Woman Kahla Rowan Wheeler and Priestess Kim Macy for this first annual honoring of Mother Nature at 80 Acres Retreat Center in Leavenworth. Celebrate, Dance, Explore, Learn and Connect! $150 Early Bird registra0on by June 1: Kim Macy at PriestessKim@yahoo.com or (816) 510-4391.

ONGOING EMOTIONAL WELLNESS GROUP FREE – Ongoing in April and May. Go to reneeherrmanncounseling.com or call 913-954-8380 for details. THE PSYCHIC LOUNGE Join our community of spiritual seekers and conscious livers each week in the Psychic Lounge. Airs live Sunday’s at 8 pm CST via www.soulgarden.me/ontheair GUIDED HANGOUTS WITH DR. MATT Join Dr. MaP each week as we explore the infinite ways of being that create a fulfilling life. Airs Tuesdays at 1 pm CST via www.soulgarden.me/ontheair BE LOVE MEDITATION Join Dr. MaP for medita0on and enlightening conversa0on each week. Thursday's @ 6:30 pm-8pm. 4044 Central, KCMO. Bring a pen and notepad. Cost is $10. www.belovehealings.com for updates. PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUP on the last Tuesday of the month with Raphael Smith. It is a love offering suggested at $10. 6:30 p.m. www.thestruancenter.com TONGLEN MEDITATION CLASS with Dr. Kat Bowie on Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30 for a suggested love offering of $10. www.thestruancenter.com KANSAS CITY RAW VEGAN FOOD UNION FIRST Saturday’s at The Struan Center Potluck from 2-4 p.m. www.thestruancenter.com ENERGY HEALING SESSIONS FOR CANCER PATIENTS By Appointment. Since 2005 the Kansas City Healing Project has been providing energy healing sessions for cancer pa0ents. Our clients have been experiencing a reduc0on of their stress, anxiety and pain levels from their treatment and disease. Dona0on basis. Contact John Hoefer at 816-718-6358 for details. www.KansasCityHealingProject.org 1ST FRIDAYS HIGHER SELF ALIGNMENT TEMPLE OmniDimensional Transforma0onal Cellular group session. 6:30 p.m. $15, Crescent Springs, www.CrescentSprings.net 913-341-2044

3RD FRIDAYS THE STONE TEMPLE 6:30 p.m. $15. OmniDimensional Transforma0onal group process u0lizing stones, music and energywork. Crescent Springs, www.CrescentSprings.net 913-341-2044. SUNDAY ONENESS BLESSINGS 3 p.m. each Sunday: Sit in the Silence—Bask in the Blessing. Public Oneness Blessings at Ann Pint's in Leawood, love offering. www.meetup.com/OnenessKC. MONDAY ONENESS BLESSINGS 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Don and Jess Palmer’s Harbor in Lee’s Summit, love offering. Experience the Oneness Blessing aWer a beau0ful group medita0on. www.onenessaPheharbor.com or www.meetup.com/OnenessKC. CHANGE YOUR LIFE W/HIGHER BRAIN LIVING® Every third Wednesday at 7 p.m., Nicole Tuckness gives a free Higher Brain Living® presenta0on and mind-blowing demonstra0on! Register: higherbrainliving.com/ kansascitycrossroads/events; 913.735.3HBL. MONTHLY GROUP MEDITATION— INTO THE DEEP First Mondays at 7 p.m. at Unity KC North, 1000 NE Barry Rd., KCMO. www.Unitykcnorth.org GENTLE YOGA Tues &Thurs, 7:30 - 8:30am Healing Journeys Love Offering Join for some gentle morning yoga. Wake your body up with yoga and you won't need coffee! Appropriate for all levels. Reserva0ons: www.meetup.com/Healing-Journeyswith-Kaya/ 816-217-3359 FRIDAY MORNING PROCESS PAINTING Every Friday, 10 am-12:30 pm at Crea0ve Nectar Studio. $30 per class, all materials included. Call 816-550-6728 to register. www.crea0venectarstudio.com WELLNESS 101 If you are ready to change your health, wellness and/or weight, you’re ready for Wellness 101 – a 10-hour science-based course that can CHANGE YOUR LIFE! November classes KansasCity. WellnessForumRep.com or call 913-269-7990.

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INVISION SPIRITUAL GATHERINGS Saturday nights at 6:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 11:00 AM. Powerful messages and great music! 5106 NW Waukomis Drive, KCMO. www.EnjoySpirituality.org YOGA IN THE NORTHLAND TAUGHT BY MARTI LEE Classes for beginners to advanced. Address: 5106 NW Waukomis Drive, KCMO. More informa0on: Facebook/com/InBlissYoga CHAIR YOGA Mondays at 8:30 a.m. at Gardens of Delight near Parkville. $78/6 week session Preregister at 816.584.0777. RESTORATIVE YOGA 2nd Saturdays 10 a.m. – noon at Gardens of Delight near Parkville. Gently stretch, open the body, deeply relax and rejuvenate major organs. $25. Pre-register at 816.456.2359. PRE-NATAL YOGA Mondays at 7 p.m. at Gardens of Delight near Parkville. Enjoy our innova0ve approach to pre-natal care and experience a radiant pregnancy and healthy delivery. $78/6-week session. Pre-register at 816.584.0777. GROW ORGANIC w/GARDENS OF DELIGHT Join our community garden outside of Parkville. Your family receives a 10’ by 20’ plot. Explore growing and ea0ng your own organic produce. Informa0on: 816.584.0777. 4 DAY BIOENERGY HEALING CLINIC First Tues of the month 7-9 PM, Fee: Dona0on. Reserva0ons: Kim Meisinger 913-685-9939 hPp:// web.mac.com/bioenergy/ HealingBioenergy/Movies_BLP.html REIKI CIRCLE Unity Church of Overland Park 10300 An0och, OPKS. 2nd and 4th Mondays 7-9 p.m. Love offering. All welcome. Receive a Reiki treatment. For flier: karen@karenharrison.net. 816-523-4440 SACRED RELATIONSHIP 2nd or 3rd Saturday monthly A beginning tantra class for singles and couples to experience the Divine. 7-9pm. Ipsalu Tantra Kriya Yoga teacher. Leawood 816-523-4440, For flier with topic and date, karen@karenharrison.net

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