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Your Body, Your Temple with ShuNahSii Rose and Diana Christoff Quinn • June 14, 1-4 p.m. • Longing to be your most radiant self? By working with rather than against our natural rhythms, it is possible to bring about positive changes with much less effort. We will address matters of mental, spiritual, and physical well-being such as bodily/menstrual consciousness, creative vitality, physical health, archetypes of female power, healthy rational behaviors, and sacred sexuality. $50. Call ShuNahSii at 761-9148; thedianaproject@comcast.net.

Nourishing Your Body and Soul with ShuNahSii Rose and Diana Christoff Quinn • Aug. 16, 1-4 p.m. • Longing to restore joy to your daily routines? We offer an approach to wellness that addresses the causal imbalances of our difficulties, be they of an emotional, spiritual or physical nature. We will explore practical ways to lighten your load and address concerns including deep nourishment, home remedies, and rituals of the hearth. $60 includes materials for sampling recipes. Call ShuNahSii at 761-9148; thedianaproject@comcast.net.

Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Revealed with Barry Hobbs • May 8, 1-3 p.m. • Current research on the cause of C.F.S. and fibromyalgia will be discussed. Breakthrough treatments with proven results will be given as well as handouts. Free. Call 729-2122; hobbschiro@msn.com.

Anthroposophic Inpatient Therapy Center with Molly McMullen-Laird and Quentin McMullen at Rudolf Steiner Health Center • May 5-17 and June 9-21 • Receive anthroposophic medical care, nursing care, artistic therapies, and dietary measures, including eurythmy therapy, art therapy, speech formation therapy, nutritional counseling, and rhythmical massage for treatment of chronic illness. For cost, call 663-4365; www.csamwebsite.org.

The Natural First Aid Kit and How to Use It: The Basics, Class I with Nicole Paquin at Indigo Forest • May 3, 11:30-1:30 or June 28 or Aug. 23, 10-Noon • This long-awaited class will introduce the basics of first aid with an all-natural kit including homeopathics, essential oils, herbs, and more. This class will help you learn how to use the kit designed especially for you and your family. $35 per person or $45 per couple. Call 994-8010; beth@indigoforestcompany.com.

Natural Birth Control Using Fertility Awareness with Jennifer Coffman at Indigo Forest • May 8 and 22 or June 12 and 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • This two-session class will teach you how to become aware of the natural, scientifically-observable fertility signs your body gives you, how to chart your menstrual cycles to identify patterns, and how these patterns can show when you are fertile during each cycle. We will dispel ythe mths about fertility awareness and contrast it to the “rhythm method” so that you can feel confident using your new skills as a gloriously simple, safe, non-invasive, highly effective birth control method with no side-effects, barriers or long-terms risks to your health. We will discuss the anatomical, physiological, and hormonal underpinnings of your fertility signs; how to troubleshoot your cycle if it’s not functioning smoothly; and basic nutritional strategies to improve your gynecological health, reduce or eliminate PMS, and manage other cycle irregularities. $75 per woman with partners free. Call 945-0867; jencoff@gmail.com.

Vaccines #1: Informed Choice with Nicole Paquin at Indigo Forest • May 13, June 10 or July 22; 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Few topics are more controversial and challenging to parents than vaccinations. We will debunk some of the confusion and myths, such as the difference between vaccination and immunization, what Michigan law really requires, just how serious and prevalent the childhood illnesses are, how the vaccine schedule is changing in the U.S., how we compare to other industrialized nations, what the full range of choice about vaccines is, and how effective the vaccines are. $35 per person or $45 per couple. Call 994-8010; beth@indigoforestcompany.com.

Vaccines #2: Supporting the Immune System Naturally with Nicole Paquin at Indigo Forest • May 27, June 24 or Aug. 12; 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Whether you choose to vaccinate or not, many parents wonder how to naturally support their children’s immune systems. A good introduction to natural therapies, this class also covers a wide range of preventative measures specifically focused on communicable diseases such as mumps, measles, and whooping cough. $35 per person or $45 per couple. Call 994-8010; beth@indigoforestcompany.com.

Gut Disorders and Their Effects on the Whole Body with Milagros Parades at Indigo Forest • May 18 or July 27, 2-4:30 p.m. • In traditional, holistic systems of medicine, the health of the digestive system is the foundation of overall health, and is reflected in the nervous system, the immune system, the reproductive system, and the respiratory system. This class will present the ground-breaking work of Dr. Campbell-McBride, which reveals the connection between the gut and a wide range of learning disorders, immune system disorders and allergies, depression, schizophrenia, asthma, etc. After the presentation, we will have a period of questions and answers and discussion about gut disorders, their ramifications, and treatment. $20-$30 sliding scale. Call 994-8010; beth@indigoforestcompany.com.

Let Me Feel Your Forehead with Nicole Paquin at Indigo Forest • May 31, 1-3 p.m. or June 14 or Aug. 9, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. • What do you do for colds, coughs, flus, and fevers when the drugstore has cleared its shelves of medicines for kids under six? There are well-researched and long-used natural remedies that can effectively ease your child’s ailments. This class will empower you to approach your child’s next illness with confidence in their ability to heal and your ability to support them naturally in their healing process. $35 per person or $45 per couple. Call 994-8010; beth@indigoforestcompany.com.

Help! I Have to Lose Some Weight! with Malcolm Sickels and Gaia Kile at Whole Foods • May 30, 7-8:30 p.m. • Yo-yo dieting isn’t healthy. We will talk about do-able, healthy, and long-lasting weight loss. Free. Call Barbara Vannest at 332-9936.

Help! I’ve Got Joint Pain! with Malcolm Sickels and Gaia Kile at Whole Foods • June 23, 7-8:30 p.m. • Arthritis and other joint pain has many causes. We will talk about how to find them and fix them. Free. Call Barbara Vannest at 332-9936.

Help! I’ve Got High Blood Sugar! with Malcolm Sickels and Gaia Kile at Whole Foods • July 17, 7-8:30 p.m. • We’ll talk about the prevention and management of Diabetes. Free. Call Barbara Vannest at 332-9936.

Help! I’ve Got Hot Flashes! with Malcolm Sickels and Gaia Kile at Whole Foods • Aug. 13, 7-8:30 p.m. • Hormonal changes bring many discomforts. We will talk about how to safely manage them. Free. Call Barbara Vannest at 332-9936.