Dalai Lama to lead Change Your Mind Change The World in Madison

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His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama, and some of the world's most respected thought leaders, are coming together May 15 in Madison, Wisconsin, to discuss how neuroscience, environments, economics, and health care can combine to make the world a healthier, happier place. They will engage in what promises to be an extraordinary dialogue on sustainable health and well-being at the Overture Center for the Arts in downtown Madison. Two sessions will take place, moderated by Arianna Huffington and … [Read more...]

Maple Grove, Eagan join national wellness initiative

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This fall, Twin Cities communities of Maple Grove and Eagan are gearing up for their first annual "Community Wellness Day," which is part of a national wellness initiative focused on educating people about health, safety, financial literacy and environmental awareness. September 29 -- Maple Grove -- Community Wellness Day will be Saturday, Sept. 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Maple Grove Community Center, 12951 Weaver Lake Road. Proceeds will benefit "Open Your Heart" [www.oyh.org]. … [Read more...]

Positive change is physical, emotional and spiritual

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It's a very thin line between wanting a change and making a change. My philosophy is that it's never too late, no matter what your situation. When you start doing good things, your body, mind and spirit will respond. My stated aim to pay it forward has been the blessings of a renewed life, and I am showing no signs of slowing -- not even after two total knee replacements in the last two years. In the fall of 2010, I had the amazing opportunity to go on the hit television show "The Biggest … [Read more...]

Twin Cities Wellness Group debuts to support practitioners

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A wellness group to support healing practitioners in the Twin Cities will organize on February 16 in Minneapolis. The new Twin Cities Wellness Group will involve health and wellness practitioners who are uniting to help support the growth of each other's businesses, educate on other modalities and business tools and techniques, and create a community of like-minded professionals. The group is open to all alternative medicine providers, including acupuncturists, massage therapists, wellness … [Read more...]

Wellness & Psychic Faire coming in June

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The Nicollet -- an Organic & Natural Coffee House on the Edge of Uptown in Minneapolis -- will host a Natural Wellness & Psychic Faire on Sunday, June 12, at the shop on 1931 Nicollet Ave. The event will take place from noon to 6 p.m. Free parking is available along Nicollet Avenue. The Nicollet offers organic coffees, teas, healthy probiotic-filled delicious drinks, organic and low-pasteurized milks and other favorite natural and organic beverages, along with locally created natural … [Read more...]

Wellness center opens in Maple Plain

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EVS Wellness Essentials, a wellness center, has opened its doors in Maple Plain, MN, in the Maple Plain Plaza. EVS stands for "Energy, Vitality and Spirit," and the idea behind the wellness center is to combine healing modalities and natural products, as well as the benefits of therapeutic medical devices, to provide broad range support to people seeking better health. The center is owned and operated by two wellness practitioners, Dale Jones and Debbie Burns, who provide bodywork therapies … [Read more...]

Caring for Yourself by Doing More Great Work

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My days were consumed by a seemingly endless flow of busywork. I never found time to write my novel. I felt frustrated, less joyful and tired. In quiet reflection, I realized that I was so busy doing good work that I had no time left to do my great work. In quiet reflection, I decided to take better care of myself so that I could do work that makes my heart sing. I credit Michael Bungay Stanier, author of Do More Great Work and Get Unstuck & Get Going, for helping me create the following … [Read more...]

Who Should Recognize me?

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I recognized when I went to the doctor's office last month how rare it is that I go there. The doctor held out her hand as to introduce herself to me. After the cordial shake, she realized (with some embarrassment) that I had been her patient for the last 15 years. I just hadn't had many opportunities to visit, so it's understandable that she didn't recognize me. Why hadn't I needed to go that often? Years ago, it seems that when I had a physical problem it would just hang around, or … [Read more...]

What is Your Wellness Plan?

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Many people assume they are healthy until they have some serious symptoms that disrupt their daily routine. When these symptoms become too uncomfortable, they visit their doctor. Most physicians usually dispense a pharmaceutical drug to relieve symptoms. This solution doesn't solve the root problem of their illness. So in addition to their symptoms, their body may experience mild to serious side-effects from the pharmaceutical drug. This type of care is primarily what health care plans cover. … [Read more...]

News from the Edge

CONFERENCES & FESTIVALSNOVEMBER 8-9 Yoga & Wellness Festival www.midtownyogafestival.com The second annual Yoga & Wellness Festival will take place November 8-9 at the Midtown Global Market, 920 E. Lake St., Minneapolis, featuring demonstrations, lectures, authentic cultural entertainment, meditation, massage and bodywork, tai chi, acupuncture, holistic health, wellness educators, exhibitors and much more. This event is free and open to the public. The festival is intended for those … [Read more...]