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HEALING NEWS Learning Well When the holidays come on full force, it's easy to forget about all of those wonderful wellness habits that we've been vigilant about throughout the year. It's even easier to use the excuse of "no time" when we neglect to respect our mind, body and spirit. Fortunately, even a little bit of education or inspiration has the power to turn around a negative pattern. Check out some of the great advice and cheerleading that these wellness websites and recently released books have to offer! On rejecting the diet merry-go-round with "intuitive eating"… "Principles of intuitive eating include honoring your hunger, finding ways to resolve emotional issues without using food, respecting your body instead of being critical of it, and making food choices that are enjoyable. It means letting go of the belief that every choice needs to be perfect." —from Vegan for Her: The Woman's Guide to Being Healthy and Fit on a Plant-Based Diet (Da Capo Press, 2013) by Virginia Messina, MPH, RD with J.L. Fields On improving the brain through movement… "What if I told you that you can actually regrow nerve cells in your brain? Well, you can! … Studies show that physical exercise can actually remodel the brain and promote the growth of new neurons, especially in the areas of the brain responsible for memory." —from Anxiety: The Holistic Approach to Managing Your Anxiety & Taking Back Your Life (CreateSpace, 2013) by Eudene Harry, M.D. On healing in body and soul… "I soon saw that I was an intense person, holding tight to life. I was packing all of my worries, sorrows, anger, and frustration deep into my body's root—the intestines. In Chinese medicine all of the body's organs are broken down into couples. The intestines are a couple with the heart, as the intestines protect the heart. Intestinal issues are all about vulnerability. I'd fought for so long to hide mine. It was time I came undone, letting go of all that I thought needed protecting." —from My Kitchen Cure: How I Cooked My Way Out of Chronic Autoimmune Disease with Whole Foods and Healing Recipes (LeeMee Publishing, 2013) by Mee Tracy McCormick Doctor's Recommendation The website Intent (intent.com) harnesses the power of a supportive community to help its members "share their dreams and aspirations." Founded by Mallika Chopra, daughter of well-known alternative healer Deepak Chopra, the site includes inspirational writings, news, advice and, most importantly, the opportunity for visitors to share and bolster each others' positive intentions via social media sites. Dr. Andrew Weil is one of the world's most trusted wellness authorities, and his website, drweil.com, delivers essential information and tips to a time-strapped world longing to feel well. Features includes the latest wellness research, healthful recipes, lifestyle plans and products. (All of the doctor's after-tax profits from sales of his Weil Lifestyle products are donated to his nonprofit organization for integrative medicine.) 34 DAYSPA | NOVEMBER 2013 © ISTOCKPHOTO It Takes a Village