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DEPARTMENTS
8 HEALTHY PETS
The basics on leopard gecko care
12 HEALTHY KIDS
Outdoor workouts for families
24 FIT BODIES
Exercise tips for beginners
14 Eliminate pain
32 HEALTHY EATING
Southwestern Kale Power Salad
36 HERB BLURB
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38 COMMUNITY CALENDAR
39 ENHANCEU DIRECTORY
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28 Gratitude
30 Choosing your dogs staff
34 Emotional well-being for the New Year
37 Healthy habits that can have a lasting impact
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normally escape artists, but you may want to use a screen over the
top of the tank to keep crickets from getting out and other pets
from getting in.
Choose the right substrate material. Some geckos may eat the
substrate and get digestive blockages, called impactions, so make
sure that any sand you use is a very fine grain. You may want
to wait until juvenile geckos are older before introducing sand.
Otherwise, paper towels, newspaper, reptile carpets, or ceramic
tiles can work. Decorations, such as perching ledges and rocks,
can add a natural appeal. Geckos also need hiding spots, so
include cave-like hide boxes.
Occasionally, the gecko will need extra humidity to aid with
skin shedding. Misting the walls of the tank or putting a damp
paper towel under a hide box can help with the process.
Provide food and water for your gecko. Use a very small amount
of water so that it will not become contaminated with bacteria. In
nature, geckos do not drink or get large amounts of water. Live
food sources can run the gamut from crickets to mealworms
to pinkie mice. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and
it is best to discuss feeding options with a knowledgeable gecko
retailer.
Like cats, leopard geckos will use one spot for waste, making
cleanup easier. Spot clean the tank once per week. Empty the tank
and sterilize all items once every three to four months.
Leopard geckos can be interesting pets. Learn about these
reptiles to ensure they enjoy a long, healthy life.
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Brand
new beginnings
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By Kirsty Blattner
o you love the start of a new year? Do you feel like its a
fresh new beginning where you can reinvent yourself? If
youre anything like me, you are not perfect all the time!
Sometimes its easy to fall into a There is no point I cant stick
to it! belief. This may look something like:
New Years resolutions:
1. Stick to an exercise routine.
2. Eat like a normal human instead of a Frantic Festive Monster!
Maybe your intentions were awesome and you were excited to be
starting this new venture. As a few days or weeks go by, life happens
and you break rules you set for yourself. This leads to feelings of
shame and guilt. You may even convince yourself that you have no
willpower and are hopeless at sticking to goals! What if I told you,
you were wrong? What if I told you that willpower is limited in all
humans and has very little to do with living a healthFULL life?
What if I told you that, despite your past, you can reinvent your
future? How would you feel knowing that you can change and your
values, beliefs and actions can all be in alignment?
There is no magic bullet, pill or potion, but what there is may
surprise you!
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to stop eating bad food, reframe as, I want to eat foods that
nourish me. Here is an example of one of my goals: I would
love to eat 6-8 servings of fruit and vegetables every day
for 21 days. Ill start this on January 3. The feelings Ill get
from doing this will be: feeling energized, emotions feeling
balanced, feeling nourished and centered. Ill feel my cravings
for unhealthy, processed food diminish and feel in alignment
with my values and actions. In three words, Ill feel balanced,
energized and healthFULL.
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Take control
of your life
through selfhypnosis
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By Ken-Adi Ring
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Karing Hypnotherapy
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and alterations. Lets give it a go! Two primary factors are important and aid in hypnosis, no less so in self-hypnosis. These are:
1. The right use of ones breath
2. Imagination
Both of these agents are the closest thing we have to the creative
spirit. Right use of breath helps to impact a thought or image we
implement regarding a present issue with which we are dealing.
There are positive and negative impacts, i.e. we may want to do
better in a sport or implement a positive habit like studying and
retention, or we might want to quit or destroy a bad habit such as
overeating, smoking or a sleep disorder.
The right us of breath is deep access. Breathing deeply,
diagrammatically calls for deep in breaths and out breaths, up to
a five-count, several breaths while relaxing the body into a zone.
Relaxing from the head, through the body, neck, shoulders, arms,
fingers, spine, torso, pelvis, and legs to toes is a common practice
while deep breathing into each area. You can use a shorter process
as well. A few breaths to get you relaxed and then implement a
self-talk module, affirmation or mantra. Self-talk is extremely
important in self-hypnosis!
speaking to groups.
Even though a trained professional hypnotherapist is a good consultant and ally to see for your deep seated issues, it is important to
know that all hypnosis is self-hypnosis. A hypnotist is a good trained
facilitator for a session and consulting one is not out of the question.
We simply want you to have some tools for yourself to continue your
successful journey to self-consciousness and self-empowerment.
With guidance you are likely the most powerful hypnotist to have
an effect on your life with right use of these tools. You can implement change by making affirmations to yourself often in mantra like
fashion, especially the last thing at night before drifting off to sleep.
Coerce yourself to do an affirmation of your choice in meditative self-talk and as many times a day as necessary. Force yourself.
Suspend all doubt; make it true for you and it will become your
truth. Words have power and when implemented positively and
powerfully in this way, they will create change in you. Know and
believe it is true. This past fall, Dr. Deepak Chopra and Oprah
focused on The Power of Your Imagination as their topic for
their free 21-Day Meditation experience. They offer a free gift of
21-day meditations in spring and fall each year. Empowering!
You are accessing your conscious and, more importantly, your
subconscious mind for change. Think of your inner mind as an
obstinate child who needs repetition to get it. You might experience change come in a few days, or it may take more time for
it. The I-Ching Book of Changes common guidance is perseverance furthers. Take heart, it will work. Take control of your life
through repetition and tools of the breath and your vivid imagination. These tools are your allies, make them your friends, and have
a Happy New Year for 2016!
By Ken-Adi Ring, LMT, CH, CI. Contact: 608-256-0080. Email:
kenadiring@gmail.com. Website: www.wellife.org. Member of
National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH), International Association of
Counselors and Therapists (IACT), Certified Hypnotherapist and
Instructor, Senior Certified Massage-Bodywork Therapist, Certified Yoga/Meditation Instructor; Author: Ken-Adi has traveled
and taught internationally. A Reiki Master Teacher, he has maintained a thriving professional practice since 1975, trained in multiple disciplines.
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Do your kids
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One moms advice for safely releasing
toxins from your childs body
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By Angela Kowieski
can simply relax or watch a movie while they steam. The steam
is more beneficial than the dry sauna because it is keeping their
skin moist verses dry heat, which can dry the skin and may cause
irritation in colder weather. My son recently received a treatment
and absolutely loved it! He didnt want to get out. He was able
to watch one of his favorite cartoons and relax while steaming.
We are now planning on having him receive a treatment at least
once a week, and in the colder months when he typically gets sick,
twice a week. This treatment is not only great for your kids but for
the whole family for safe detox!
Fruit and vegetable based supplements
Like I said earlier, I am a busy mom of three little ones. For us to
possibly receive the daily recommended intake of fruits and veggies
seems darn near impossible to accomplish by regular meals alone,
so in our house we have incorporated fruit and vegetable supplements called JuicePlus. This has made our lives so much easier
by just taking capsules full of fruits and vegetables or to open the
capsules and placing the contents in our smoothies (which the kids
love because they think its a treat!). This has also been a much more
affordable option for us since we are a household of five, and juicing
for five people would cost and arm and a leg; not to mention does
take some time out of my day that I would rather spend reading a
book or snuggling with my kids. Another great benefit to JuicePlus
is that if you have young children, you receive complimentary fruit
and vegetable gummies that kids love!
I hope these tips that I have been able to incorporate in our family
can help you and your family achieve health goals in the New
Year!
Angela Kowieski, Master Certified Organic Hair Colorist, Owner of Organic Beauty Salon & Spa (formerly Divine
Body & Styles Organic Salon), Creative Director and
founder of Divinity Organics healthy skin lifestyle products.
Website: www.organicbeautymadison.com. Email: organicbeautymadison@gmail.com. Phone: 608.242.HAIR (4247). Let us create a healthier
you! New Address: 1 Dempsey Road, Madison. See ad on page 11.
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newborn-babies-chemicals-exposure-bpa/.
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an option (post stroke), and even if it had been, there was no guarantee it would resolve my pain issue. Like many others, I was taking
opioid pain relief medications, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs), and sleep aids. These each came with their own side effects.
In my search for a natural and safe way to manage my pain, I
discovered an advanced form of the technology widely used by
physical therapists and other health practitioners: transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, or TENS therapy. This advanced
technology bio electrotherapy that is highly effective, safe to use
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consciously aware of it. There are simple steps we can take to assist
our bodies as we acclimate to energies within the environment.
Most important is to be in the moment. We can keep ourselves
safe by being careful to pay attention to what we are doing and
avoid distractions.
Dont be daydreaming when youre cutting the carrots. Put the
cell phone away when youre driving. Make the effort to focus on
what you are doing.
Also keep mindful of the environment. Understand that people
are not connecting well with reality and not paying attention as
well as they should be. In my own experience, Ive had to swerve
away from cars crossing the center line or suddenly changing
lanes more than I care to as of late. People are just not in their
bodies, energetically speaking.
It can be extremely beneficial to make room for some quiet
time, or meditation. By quieting the mind and concentrating our
focus inward we can tune into our body and how its feeling. Physical forms do not like change and will resist any new or different
energy patterns.
I was surprised to feel a sense of utter panic when I checked in
with my own body recently. My brain was totally disconnected
from those sensations. I now make it a point to check in with my
body two to three times a day.
When we have an understanding as to why the body is feeling
unsettled, we can help it to calm down. If you find that your body
is panicky, nervous or freaked out, its best to acknowledge the
sensations and then attempt to calm the body by telling it that
everything is going to be fine.
Just sit with those feelings for a few minutes until they dissipate.
This is my recipe for averting meltdowns.
Even though the energies sweeping into the system are positive and progressive, they are unsettling to all forms. Keeping in
mind that we are integrating a higher-quality energy, we can help
ourselves and those around us to move forward with greater ease
and a sense of peace.
Doris Deits is the owner of Peaceful Heart Gifts and Books, located at 123 S.
Main St., Oregon. Doris is a student of metaphysics and offers her perspective
of over 20 years of research and experience in the field. Through the products at
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beauty products such as hair and nail color containing formaldehyde began affecting
her third pregnancy, she knew she had a choice to make only it wasnt so difficult.
I knew I had to change what I was using or change my career, Angela remembers. I love what I do, so I started researching and from there it just took off I
started converting everything over little by little and now organic products are all
I look for.
Investigating and studying to find the best safer alternatives to beauty treatments wont ever slow down at Organic Beauty Salon and Spa. Angela explains that
its a bit of a novelty in the industry, and with that comes constant improvements
and updates, something certainly not lost on her or her team.
The traditional cosmetology business has a lot of cleaning up to do, she says.
Everyone is still learning about better options. Well always be upgrading to the
best once its available to us.
Theyve got more than a great start. Specializing in organic hair coloring, the salon
and spa uses Organic Colour Systems manufactured in the UK, which holds higher
standards within their beauty industry than the US currently has. Organic Beauty
Salon and Spa also uses the organic line to provide hair texturizing services such as
perms and straightening treatments.
Also included on their list of hair care options is Onesta out of Minnesota and
Innersense from California, both of which who hold the belief in safer ingredients.
New for 2016 is an additional color line called Organic Way (OWAY) manufactured
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by Simply Organic Beauty. Produced in Bologna, Italy, the biodynamic color line uses
only organic and fair trade ingredients while combining the highest quality elements
to create pure products. Angela explains that its the perfect option for people who
may have sensitivities to classic natural ingredients.
Some people may even be sensitive to chamomile or fruits in beauty products,
she says. We have a lot of options for everyone.
Organic Beauty Salon and Spa also provides makeup services for weddings,
special and everyday occasions using 100% Pure, a fruit-pigmented cosmetic line
without harsh chemicals and preservatives, as well as a professional airbrush system,
a more hygienic and clean choice for sensitive skin.
Its such a light mist of makeup and were not having to touch your face, Angela
says. Its free falling, natural looking and camouflages fine lines. Were also able to
customize it and mix a few colors together to get the perfect shade, which can be
tough with other makeup.
Formaldehyde free and providing an outstanding range of colors, Zoya nail polish
is another huge hit amongst Organic Beauty Salon and Spa clients:
Theyre amazing because youre not smelling the harsh fumes when you open
the bottle, Angela says. Even my daughters love to paint their nails, and I feel better
knowing that we use a safer option.
In addition to healthier organic beauty treatments, Organic Beauty Salon and Spa
offers typical spa-like services in an environment that is anything but. Their Steam
Detox Therapy to help reduce toxins in the body is a private, rejuvenating and beneficial treatment that is helpful and relaxing at any age.
Instead of being in a sauna with a lot people, you can lie on a massage table
and just relax, Angela explains. You can add it on to any massage or facial, or even
have it done during a facial. I recently had a mom bring in her 7-year-old son, and
he adores it!
Divinity Organics
Angela Kowieski is a licensed cosmetologist, cosmetology instructor, massage
therapist and master certified organic hair colorist by Simply Organic who has
created her own professional grade beauty products. Divinity Organics offers skin,
hair and body care products combining the best of the best for your physical and
emotional well-being. Below are some of the most popular choices:
Organic Pumpkin Firming Serum: Its great for firming and anti-aging
treatments, but I also recommend it for anyone with acne issues. The serum
contains zinc with notes of carrot seed, frankincense, geranium, patchouli,
palmarosa and sweet orange to renew your skins cells.
Refresh Gemi Spray: Each bottle is infused with rose quartz and organic
oils to clear, moisturize and nourish your skin and senses. Refresh contains
Divinity Organics refreshing blend, helping to clear the air of any funk and
refresh, rebalance, stimulate your senses and contains key essential oil notes
of lemongrass and lavender.
Organic Jojoba Honey Facial Exfoliator: Ideal for all skin types needing a
gentle exfoliation and resurfacing. Rather than plastic beads or shells that
are going to cut your skin and leave it open to damage, the jojoba are gentle
and melt down in the water system so they dont pollute our water. Honey
is excellent for eczema and psoriasis, and the scrub is great for any skin type
whether its sensitive, super dry or oily.
Organic Sandalwood Anti-Aging Serum: Prevent fine lines and increase
the moisture levels of your skin with this healing blend. Everyone is really
dry during the winter, and this serum is great for that but also is really nice
because the sandalwood, cardamom and vanilla is really good for boosting
your mood.
To learn more, purchase products online, or if youre interested in offering
Divinity Organics at your place of business, visit www.divinityorganics.info.
products is anything but stressful, and that in itself has a positive effect on all who
join Angela and her team both in person and via their website shop. Theres a
personal touch added to every interaction, even in their presentation. Aside from the
natural and organic ingredients, and key essential oil notes included, theres another
clear message on each and every one of Angelas skin care labels:
All of the bottles say, Made with Love because its true! Angela says. I enjoy the
whole process creating, packaging and smelling all of the wonderful scents. This is
something I just absolutely love doing.
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fitBODIES
Exercise
tips for
beginners
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stay motivated is to keep track of your progress. If youre working out but not monitoring your results, you may not feel like
youre getting anywhere. Keep a workout
diary, tracking both your successes and
failures, so you can see whats working and
whats not. The longer you stay committed
to your workout routine, the greater the
likelihood that you will be tracking more
successes than failures, and those successes
can provide the motivation to keep you
going on those inevitable days when you
want to skip workouts.
Returning to exercise after an extended
period of inactivity can be quite the challenge, but its nothing motivated men and
women cannot overcome.
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Clear, heal
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By Jennifer M. Warner, MSE, LPC
& Holistic Psychotherapist
Holistic Psychotherapist
Individuals Couples Families
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Beyond
New Years
resolutions:
Improve your
health
in 2016
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By Debbie Armstrong, S.N.H.S. dip.
Help others
Did you know that negativity and selfishness are often connected?
Find a charity or organization that you can volunteer for. Volunteering goes a long way in giving of yourself to help others.
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Gratitude
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By Katie Hilst, DVM
Nutritional consulting
If changing your diet is on your list then I can help you completely
overhaul your diet, fine tune your food choices, or just get inspiration for new, healthy recipes. Setting up a nutritional consultation
may be the answer to help you achieve a healthier lifestyle in 2016.
With alternatives such as these you are able to commit to your
New Years resolutions and take charge of your physical and
emotional wellness in 2016. I would love to teach you more about
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way to a healthy 2016.
Debbie Armstrong, S.N.H.S. dip. is the owner of BioMat 4 Autism.
She has been working alongside children with autism and other disorders, as well as their families for the past 29 years. Her areas of expertise are in BioMat therapy, child development, social engagement, life
coaching, natural health consulting, ABA and play therapy, essential oils, color therapy, primitive reflexes and allergy testing. Debbie also regularly
holds informative talks and classes at her office. For more information, visit www.
biomat4autism.com, call 608-577-5733, or email darmstrong@biomat4autism.com.
Follow Debbie on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BioMatForAutism.
Together We Can
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DEBBIE ARMSTRONG Autism Consultant, Certified Life Coach and Developmental Specialist
4705 Dale-Curtin Drive, McFarland | 608-577-5733
www.biomat4autism.com | darmstrong@biomat4autism.com
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Choosing
your dogs
staff
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By Michelle Lonergan
Breeder
Its just too easy to get wrapped up in the cute little fluff balls and
forget to ask the the right questions to ensure we are getting our
dog from the most responsible breeders. The most important
question you should always ask your breeder is, What are you
feeding the mom and her puppies? Be sure it is a food made up
of healthy ingredients with high protein, low or no grains and free
of byproducts and chemical preservatives. For further validation,
find a pet specialty store with pet nutritionists who can help you
determine if the diet being fed is healthy. A breeder that is willing
to pay more for a higher quality food certainly has done their
research and cares about the health of the puppies.
Veterinarian
Look for a vet that best matches your philosophies on health care.
If you have a holistic side and like to explore alternative medicine,
then be sure that your vet is either a holistic vet or is open minded
to your ideas and thoughts. Remember, the vet works for you and
should take the time to listen to your thoughts and concerns. They
should give your health philosophies consideration, or you should
look for a better health care partner.
Groomer
Finding a groomer who will provide a safe and stress-free environment is critical as the first couple of grooms will set the tone
for your dogs anxiety for grooming for the rest of their life. Avoid
any grooming salons that use cage dryers to dry your dog. This is a
very invasive hands-off method of drying that makes it very difficult for your dog to breathe. The process is extremely stressful and
can lead to severe anxiety and, in some cases, has caused death.
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Also, look for a salon that will be able to complete a small dog
groom in less than 1.5 hours. Salons that keep your dog all day
should be avoided, as the crowded grooming rooms filled with
crying and barking dogs can also cause undo anxiety.
Pet store
Doggie daycare
If you have talked to anyone that has used doggie daycare services
for their pet, they will tell you that it is one of the best tools to
ensure that your dog is getting the exercise and socialization they
need to make them a healthy and happy pet. Doggie daycare is
an excellent option for any dog, especially young dogs or dogs
with high energy. When looking for a doggie daycare, always ask
for a tour before signing up. If the facility does not allow for a
tour, cross them off your list. Look for a daycare with constant
supervision from caretakers trained in pet first aid and obedience
training, low attendant to dog ratios and willingness to meet your
dogs specific needs.
Dog sitter
Leaving your pet behind is one of the hardest things you can do
when you are heading out for vacation. Your dog will most likely
be happier in their own home with someone staying with them to
feed, walk and give them the attention they have come to expect
daily. Be sure you check your dog sitters references and look for
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Boarding facility
If you prefer boarding your pet rather than have a pet sitter stay
in your home, be sure to tour the facility to ensure it is clean and
the staff is interacting with the guests to your satisfaction. Be sure
the facility allows your dog out of its kennel during the day to
play and interact with other dogs. If your dog does not interact
well with other dogs, make sure they are getting walks or other
one-on-one time to make their stay an enjoyable one, opposed to
being locked up for a week! If your dog is prone to kennel cough
it is not recommended that you board your dog in a heavily populated facility. Many home-based dog boarding businesses are now
available as a viable option for senior dogs or dogs that do better
in smaller groups.
Holistic
Grooming
Holistic
Daycare
Pet
Products
Healthy
Food
Michelle Lonergan owns Tabby & Jacks Pet Supplies and Holistic
Grooming in Madison and Fitchburg. She has studied pet nutrition her whole life and is well-known in the Madison area for her
expertise in healing dogs and cats with a tailored diet, supplements
and natural topicals. She works with many holistic vets in the
Madison area to manage a health plan through proper nutrition. If you have
questions or comments about this article or need advice on tailoring a diet for
your pet, please contact Michelle Lonergan at michelle@tabbyandjacks.com.
Middleton 608-841-1133
& Fitchburg 608-277-5900
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healthyEATING
Southwestern
Kale Power
Salad
With sweet potato, quinoa
and avocado sauce
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By Kim Baehman, MS, Clinical Nutritionist
Ingredients:
Quinoa and kale
1 cup quinoa
1 bunch kale, ribs removed and
chopped into very small, bite-sized
pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium lime, juiced
teaspoon salt
Sweet potatoes
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1
pounds), sliced into small, -inch
cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoons salt
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Avocado sauce
2 avocados, sliced into long strips
2 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium jalapeo, deseeded,
membranes removed and roughly
chopped
1 handful cilantro leaves
teaspoon ground coriander, optional
Salt, to taste
Everything else
1 (14-ounce) can black beans, rinsed
and drained, or 1 cups cooked black
beans
cup crumbled feta (Omit for vegan/
dairy-free salad)
cup pepitas (green pumpkin seeds)
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Emotional
well-being
for the
New
Year
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By Tracy Jobe
he holidays are over, its the New Year and we are making
our New Years resolutions. Among the top 10 New Years
resolutions is losing weight and/or getting fit. Every year
we resolve to get a little more exercise, eat better and/or lose
weight. If we choose to focus on self-care, we often look to the
physical body. When was the last time you stopped and looked
at your emotional body, and vowed to take care of your mental
state? Often New Years resolutions are given up before the end
of January, and we are back to old habits. Habits take a while to
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form new, healthier ones, to replace the old bad ones?
As you evaluate and contemplate what resolutions you might
embark on for the New Year, consider working on your mental
and emotional well-being. Now you are sitting here thinking, I
am happy all the time, and have no problems with my emotions.
Doing not only manual bodywork but energy work, I see it every
day: emotions stuck in the physical body and tissues. Studies have
shown that chronic pain might not only be caused by physical
injury, but also by stress or emotional issues. Often, physical pain
functions to warn a person that there is still emotional work to
be done, and it can also be a sign of unresolved trauma in the
nervous system.
Well day in and day out I see people come in with chronic pain
in the low back, upper back, shoulders, neck, etc. I can feel that it
is at a deeper level, an emotional level. That argument with your
best friend in college, the first crush, the first breakup, the loss of
life, job loss, etc. all the emotional trauma we go through, and
dont process completely, can manifest physically in our bodies. It
may be immediately after the event or months, even years, later,
and we have a nagging pain that wont go away despite medical
intervention (and maybe other alternative therapies). This is why
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long and healthy life is the ultimate goal for many people.
While a host of factors beyond a persons control, such
as genetics, impact how long that person lives and how
susceptible to certain medical conditions he or she may be, there
are many things men and women can do to improve their chances
of living long, healthy lives.
KEEP WORKING. While many working men and women dream
of the day when they can leave the daily grind behind once and
for all, they might want to think more about a second career
than a long, carefree retirement. A study from British researchers published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry
found that each extra year that men and women work was associated with a six-week delay in the onset of dementia. While men
and women may want to retire from their professions, finding
second careers or volunteering close to full-time hours may
improve their long-term health and quality of life.
STAY ON YOUR TOES. A healthy diet is a key component of a
healthy, are hesitant to visit their physicians, doing so may just save
your life. Several diseases, including cancer and heart disease, are
more effectively treated when detected early. Annual physicals and
discussions with your physician may uncover a disease in its early
stages when it is most treatable. Waiting until symptoms appear
may not be too late to treat a condition or disease, but taking a
proactive approach increases the likelihood of early detection,
which increases your chances of living a long and healthy life.
Healthy habits improve peoples quality of life while also increasing the likelihood that men and women live long, healthy and
productive lives.
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Madison Manual Medicine
Dr. Jed Downs
2940 Chapel Valley Road, #1B, Fitchburg
608-512-7177
madmanmed@gmail.com
www.madison-manual-medicine.com
At Madison Manual Medicine our
goal is to assist your body to remove
barriers to movement, whether of
joints, connective tissue or fluids
within the body. Those restrictions can cause multiple
types of symptoms and preclude you from having
optimal function and health. We use osteopathic
manual therapy (OMT), a hands-on treatment approach capable of interacting with your body at multiple tissue levels.
Renu Massage, Energy & Bodywork
6417 Normandy Lane Suite 208, Madison
608-438-5342
www.renumadison.com
The licensed massage and
bodywork therapists at
Renu Massage and Day
Spa on Madisons west side all specialize in Asian
bodywork therapies while promoting organic and
sustainable living. The team of therapists strive to
achieve balance in each session using energy
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For more information, visit renumadison.com.
Restorative Massage
6425 Odana Rd., Madison
608-628-0045
tracypollock@hotmail.com
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At Restorative Massage, therapeutic
massage is offered with the goal of
obtaining a therapeutic benefit.
Therapeutic massage is more restorative and healing, and the healing effects of the
massage last longer. Tracy Jobe is specially trained
in multiple modalities: myofascial release, trigger
point therapy, deep tissue, postural assessments
and cupping, all techniques used as part of the
therapeutic massage. You will experience a more
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FITNESS
Pilates Method with Ellen Utter
608-334-3774
teutter@sbcglobal.net
www.utterstrength.com
Certified Pilates and yoga instructor Ellen Utters
method is that of mindful body awareness through
breath, imagery and proper alignment. She demonstrates and leads everyone in her class through
the very basic techniques and deep abdominal access skills, before moving into the mat routines.
She teaches basic Pilates techniques, beginning
and intermediate mat classes, PiYO strength group
classes (a blend of yoga and Pilates), individual or
group instruction and Pilates barre classes.
COUNSELING
Jennifer M. Warner, LPC
660 W. Washington Ave., Suite 308, Madison
608-251-6590
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www.jmwassociatesonline.com
Jennifer M. Warner, LPC, is a holistic psychotherapist. Her passion is to empower individuals,
couples and families to call upon their personal
strengths to create mental, emotional, physical
and spiritual balance in their lives. It is through
the combination of talk therapy and experiential
approaches that she assists each of her clients to
go more deeply into their own process. Jennifer
is also a certified equine assisted psychotherapist
and specializes in working with women and in
eating disorders.
Hancock Center for Dance/Movement
Therapy, Inc.
16 North Hancock Street, Madison
608-251-0908
info@hancockcenter.net
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Hancock Center is a
nonprofit organization providing dance/
movement therapy services and wellness education to people of all ages and abilities. Dance/
Movement Therapy is an innovative form of psy-
HOLISTIC HEALTH
BioMat 4 Autism
Debbie Armstrong
4705 Dale-Curtin Drive, McFarland
608-577-5733
darmstrong@biomat4autism.com
www.biomat4autism.com
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BioMat 4 Autism provides a wide
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treatment options like the far infrared
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coaching. Spectrum Movement and fitness classes are also available. Optimal health is within your
reach! Schedule your complimentary consultation today!
Body Wave Chiropractic
Dr. Laura Konopacki
2984 Triverton Pike Drive, Suite 102, Fitchburg
608-444-9906
www.bodywavechiro.com
Dr. Laura specializes in
working with kids and
families looking for
natural ways to stay healthy. ADHD, autism, sleep
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710 West Olin Ave., Madison
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Biological or holistic dentistry is different from
conventional dentistry in
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mouth in achieving optimal overall health. Our
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to work with your health care practitioner to help
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PET HEALTH
Journeys Home Pet Euthanasia LLC
608-347-1897
www.JourneysPet.com
Dr. Katie Hilst provides gentle,
compassionate pet euthanasia in
the privacy of your home, seven
days a week. She serves communities within an hour radius of Madison. She will
take your pet for cremation if desired. Phone con-
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Driftless Depot Organic Market, Deli & Cafe
140 S. Winsted St./Hwy. 23, Spring Green
(next to the railroad tracks)
608-628-1001 www.driftlessdepot.com
Open Tuesday-Sunday
Mindfully sourced, quality, organic
and locally farmed foods. International gourmet specialties, sandwiches, soups, espresso, wines,
microbrews, gelato, custom picnic baskets, gift
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South Albany Street Shops
PO Box 688, Spring Green
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A haven for new thought. A sanctuary for peaceful browsing. Fountains,
statuary, peace poles, chimes and
whimsy to help you create a garden
grotto. Wisdom Oak Reading Room. Books to increase understanding. Crystal bowls. Gemstone
gallery. Symbolic gemstone jewelry. Inspired and
life-affirming personal gifts. Journals, clothing,
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Peaceful Heart
123 South Main St., Oregon
608-835-5288
www.peacefulheart.net
Peaceful Heart strives to offer
products and services that promote and enhance emotional
and spiritual well-being. We have many tools available in the form of books, CDs, classes, events and
speakers to assist in understanding what our emotional needs are as individuals. We also have a wide
selection of unique, fun and uplifting gifts including
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Float Madison
312 E. Wilson St., Madison
608-217-3524
greg@floatmadison.com
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Located just a few blocks from the
Capitol, Float Madison is the perfect place to escape the stresses of
everyday life. Choose from their
Evolution pods or Ocean Float rooms, each
housed in one of their private float suites and
containing 1,000 pounds of Epsom salt saturated
in 10 inches of clear, skin-temperature water. The
saltwater solution allows you to float effortlessly,
giving your body a much needed break from the
effects of gravity. With options to control lighting
and music, you can create the perfect environment for your float. Their state-of-the-art float
pods and float rooms are equipped with the best
water filtration systems on the market, cleaning
the saltwater 3 times between clients to ensure a
clean environment. Float Madison is owned and
operated by Greg Griffin, a Madison resident
who is looking forward to meeting you!
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Reconnect Spiritual Sanctuary
Julie Maree
N8341 County Road W, Beaver Dam
920-342-8955
www.reconnectspiritually.com
Reconnect Spiritual Sanctuary is
owned and operated by Julie Hogan.
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various classes and ceremony helping to reconnect to your souls journey. Take time to reconnect. Come away to a quiet place and rest for a
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Learn how slowing down and making some simple changes in your
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learn how changing your mind about stress could actually save your life!
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