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S A N TA C R U Z S E N T I N E L . C O M 2022 READERS CHOICE AWARDS | FEBRUARY 26, 2023 | 11 Weight & Lifestyle Solutions YOUR LOCAL EXPERTS FOR 37 YEARS! Sentinel Readers for Voting Us Best Weight Loss Company in Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 831.462.5900 www.thehealthyway.us 3251 Mission Drive - near Dominican Hospital th e h e a lt h y way Weight Loss Wisdom a n d Lifestyle Solutions Good Hearted Guidance Cheri Bianchini, RN, BSN, PHN Mention this ad to receive a free copy of Cheri's book with any program purchase Thank you added detox treatments at the spa." She now has two online courses including one based on The Key to Life is Balance. Melissa has experienced challenges. "The struggle is real when you work for yourself. Especially during storms, fires and with the pandemic," she says. The fires (CZU Lightning Complex in August 2020) and COVID-19 happening at the same time were difficult. And then this winter, having severe storms, road closures and no power equaled no business. Also, I had my fair share of being broke while building my clientele. But I know this is what I am supposed to be doing. The Universe provides!" When asked why she thinks customers voted her Best Day Spa, Melissa replies, "I have worked hard for 19 years with an open heart, sincerely wanting to make a difference and help people heal from stress and trauma. People tell me they feel the magic in this space. When you are here, it's your own private oasis. I make people feel at home." Customer Pam M. agrees the spa is special. "When you step onto her property you feel a sense of peace, tranquility, and awareness, like a quiet Om, with opportunity for reflection, harmony, balance, and manifestation." She cherishes this memory: "During one visit, as I was midway through Melissa's book on balance, I paused in her gardens. Each plant, trinket, stone, and fabric seemed placed in a manner to draw you into the experience of that unique spot, that intersection of spirit and possibility. There I said a mantra of healing and prosperity." Two days later she received an unsolicited job opportunity that was "extremely lucrative." She recites that mantra to this day and is in good health. continues on 12