September 2024 Natural Awakenings Sarasota/Manatee/Charlotte Welcome to our September 2024 Issue Letter From Publisher September 2024 This month is all about emotional wellness! Learn how to stop the trauma and teach kids skills to manage their emotions. Read More » Akashic Records and Past Life Regression Workshop Akasha Jen Smith, PhD(c), is facilitating this workshop to help you unlock new levels of clarity and inspiration. Read More » Anti-Aging Seminars with Dr. Anna Dr. Anna will showcase her acupuncture facelift and her muscle retightening Pearl Cream in this live seminar or watch anytime with link provided. Read More » Calendar of Events September 2024 Classes, events and more......... Read More » Elysian Fields Announces Upcoming Anniversary Sale Join Elysian Fields in celebrating their 33 years in business with a special sale and promotions along with a free workshop on Sept 20th. Read More » Experience Natural Wellness at SRQ Botanicals Offering high-quality CBD wellness products with home delivery coming soon! Read More » Experience the Difference with Laber of Love Massage and Bodywork Offering Cranial Release Technique, Active Isolated Stretching, Therapeutic Deep Tissue Massage, Assisted Advanced Neuromuscular Massage Therapy with substantial relief from pain and stress. Read More » Flow into Well-Being at the Yoga Bliss and Brunch Club Attend this event which will include a holistic two-hour experience that combines yoga, meditation, pranayama, Qi Gong, aromatherapy and self-massage. Read More » From Coping to Thriving, One Step at a Time Dr. Harvey explains trauma and how mental, emotional, and somatic (or body-related) symptoms can also result from it. Read More » Healing Sciatica Dr. Winder explains the triggers of Sciatica and how he treats it for mximum pain relief. Read More » Learn the Ancient Art of Bellydance at Dance University Offering a wide range of classes for both adults and children dancing is a great form of exercise. Read More » Look and Feel Your Best at Cryo Studio Sarasota Cryo Studio Sarasota specializes in a comprehensive range of non-invasive treatments to sculpt, tone, and rejuvenate the skin. Read More » Mindbody Activation Comes to Florida this November From November 9 to 11, Qigong expert Jeff Primack will teach the most powerful breathwork, qigong forms and hands-on healing practices known. Read More » Rev. Zan Benham Offers Reiki III Master Attunement Classes Receive a Reiki III Master Attunement Degree or attend an individual class. Read More » Ritual Room Spa Announces New Additions to Their Space Their boutique is now offering natural linens, luxurious silk, and elegant accessories - freshly imported from Italy. Read More » The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light Welcomes Rev. Ildiko Varga Rev. Ildiko Varga helps others experience freedom from lower vibrational energies. Read More » The Sarasota Center of Light Fall Workshops Join English mediums Eric Cargill and Gerald O’Hara this month for a "Deep Trance Demonstration" and more workshops this month. Read More » The Wave Makers Conference Comes to Sarasota If you are interested in sound therapy or satisfying the 30 CEUs required for our ISTA Therapeutic Sound Practitioner certification this event is for you. Read More » Try the Seasonal Kombucha Flavors Now Available at Flobucha A non-alcoholic bar, focused 100 percent on kombucha with non-alcoholic wine alternatives called Winesque and a non-alcoholic IPA beer alternative. Read More » What Healing Sounds Like: Q&A with The Om Shoppe The Om Shoppe offers a variety of healing methods including Sonic Meridian Clearing, Integral Sound Therapy, Sound Wave Attunement, Private Sound Baths, Group Sound Baths or Sound Journeys. Read More » Wild Ginger Apothecary Offers Energy Cleansing for Your Home or Business They will help clear stagnant energy and replace it with positive, peaceful vibrations. Read More » Stopping the Trauma Cycle: Mind-Body Healing Strategies Trauma can strike anyone at any time. Loss, heartbreak, abuse, violence, displacement, accidents, disasters, health problems—the list of possible traumas is endless. Read More » Aimie Apigian on Releasing Stored Trauma Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in preventative and addiction medicine with master’s degrees in biochemistry and public health. Read More » Marvelous Mushrooms: Celebrating a Culinary Powerhouse September is National Mushroom Month, and with it comes bountiful inspiration to plate up some earthy goodness. Read More » Creamy Polenta With Wild Mushrooms This side dish pairs creamy polenta with sautéed wild mushrooms in a porcini-infused sauce, creating a rich and earthy combination that elevates the humble polenta. Read More » Stir-Fried Oyster Mushrooms With Chicken A quick and flavorful stir-fry that combines tender oyster mushrooms with chicken, green onions, and aromatic ginger and garlic, served with a savory sauce for a satisfying meal. Read More » Mushroom Bomb Lentil Pasta A rich and flavorful pasta dish made with lentil pasta, a variety of mushrooms, and a truffle or olive oil-based sauce, finished with white wine for a sophisticated touch. Read More » Vegan Pot Pie With Sage, Lentils and Mushrooms A hearty, plant-based pot pie featuring a savory lentil and mushroom filling with a sage-infused pastry crust. It's perfect for a comforting meal that highlights earthy mushroom flavors. Read More » A Pilgrimage to Wholeness One of the most beautiful aspects of youth is envisioning the future with undaunted optimism, but even the most strategic plan for life can go off the rails. Read More » Emerging Sustainability Drivers: From Artificial Intelligence to Citizen Scientists Renewable energy, greenwashing regulation, artificial intelligence applications and biodiversity programs are all being championed by stakeholders for the greater good of our planet. Read More » Health Benefits of Yoga: Resolving Trauma and Other Mind-Body Challenges Yoga, an ancient practice, offers powerful mind-body healing by reducing stress, improving mental health, and aiding in trauma recovery. Read More » Natural Solutions for Alopecia: In Search of a Full Head of Hair For many of us, our hair can feel like an outward expression of our identity, and we may struggle emotionally and socially when it is compromised. Read More » Emotional Healing as a Family: How Parents Can Model Mental Health Skills Kids need emotional regulation skills, including the ability to identify emotions, self-soothe, obtain perspective, walk in another’s shoes, think flexibly and solve problems Read More » Healing Power of Therapy Dogs: Benefits for Post-Traumatic Stress Sufferers Pet therapy, also known as animal-assisted therapy (AAT), has long been recognized for its therapeutic benefits across a range of mental health conditions. Read More » Standardizing Acupuncture for Erectile Dysfunction Experts have identified the optimal acupuncture points and treatment regimen for erectile dysfunction, aiming to standardize this alternative therapy for broader clinical use. Read More » Microbiome and Addictive Eating Low levels of beneficial bacteria and high levels of harmful bacteria may influence compulsive eating behavior. Read More » Childhood Diet Linked to Long-Term Cognitive Health A study tracking participants since 1946 found that a high-quality diet rich in vegetables, fruits, and whole grains is strongly linked to better cognitive abilities as we age. Read More » Contrast Water Therapy for Muscles Contrast water therapy (CWT) uses alternating hot and cold baths to reduce muscle soreness and strength loss after exercise. Read More » Camembert and Brie Cheese Risk Extinction The biodiversity decline of fungi used in traditional cheeses like camembert and brie threatens their future, as lab-engineered fungi lose their natural reproductive abilities and resilience. Read More » Climate Change Impacts on Earth’s Rotation Melting polar ice caps are delaying the need to delete a second from our clocks due to Earth's changing rotation speed, pushing the deadline to 2028 or 2029. Read More » Siberian Explosions Explained Mysterious craters in Siberia are likely caused by gas explosions due to warming Arctic temperatures weakening the frozen soil, a phenomenon linked to geological faults under ancient lakes. Read More » Unconventional Superconductor Found in Nature Scientists have identified miassite as the first unconventional superconductor found in nature, capable of conducting electricity without resistance at higher temperatures. Read More » Rare Frog-Faced Turtle Found in India Scientists discovered a breeding population of the critically endangered Asian giant softshell turtle in India's Chandragiri River, offering new hope for conservation efforts. Read More » Benefits and Tips for Planting Native Trees As people become increasingly aware of their environmental footprint, planting native trees stands out as an impactful action. Read More » In-Print