Thrive

College with Confidence with Dr. Franny

College is an exciting new chapter, but it can also bring challenges and uncertainty. This class provides practical, honest guidance to help students navigate the academic, social, and personal transitions of college life.

Topics include building independence, managing time and expectations, navigating new relationships, and making choices that support both success and well-being.

Date: July 7, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
Cost: $35
FREE for Thrivers!

Have you been experiencing anxiety or depression? Acupuncture can help manage this.

Call our office at 704-390-7150 ext 2 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Scott Greenapple.

NEW: Tetrapeptide Lifting Gel

Lift, firm, and hydrate with this lightweight, oil-free gel powered by hyaluronic acid and tetrapeptides. Designed to enhance microcurrent, galvanic, and ultrasonic treatments, it can also be used on its own to help maintain the benefits of device-based skincare. Skin is left looking smoother, firmer, and more refreshed.

Best For:
All skin types, including sensitive skin

✔️ Vegan
✔️ Soy Free
✔️ Nut Free
✔️ Gluten Free

Key Benefits:
• Supports skin firmness and visible lift
• Provides lasting hydration
• Helps soothe and calm the skin
• Enhances conductivity during device treatments
• Promotes a smoother, more refined complexion

Key Ingredients:
• Tetrapeptide – Helps improve skin firmness and visible lift
• Hyaluronic Acid – Deeply hydrates and helps retain moisture
• Elderberry Fruit Extract – Rich in antioxidants and helps calm the skin
• Aloe Vera Juice – Soothes, refreshes, and boosts hydration
• Minerals & Salts – Enhance conductivity for microcurrent and galvanic treatments while supporting product absorption

How to Use:
For microcurrent, galvanic, or ultrasonic treatments, apply a generous layer to clean, dry skin and work in sections as you treat. Remove excess or leave on as desired.

For daily skincare, apply a thin layer to cleansed skin once or twice daily and leave on.

SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE!

Communicating Clearly
(Without Over-Explaining) with Dr. Franny

Clear, confident communication is a skill—and one that can be learned. In this class, we’ll explore how to be assertive without being aggressive, how to say no without guilt or overexplaining, and the difference between speaking more and speaking with intention.

Through practical examples and guided reflection, you’ll learn how to express your needs clearly, respectfully, and effectively in both personal and professional relationships.

Date: June 2, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
Cost: $35
Free for Thrivers!

Cashew-Crusted Cod with Lemongrass Salsa & Coconut Cauliflower Rice

A crunchy cashew curry crust, vibrant lemongrass-cilantro sauce, and creamy coconut cauliflower rice make this protein-packed meal both nourishing and flavorful.

Cod
4 cod fillets (2–3 oz)

Cashew “Buttermilk”
1 cup cashew milk
1 tbsp lemon juice

Coating
1½ cups raw cashews
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp cayenne
¾ tsp garlic powder
1½ tsp curry powder
1½ tsp smoked paprika
3 tbsp arrowroot or cornstarch

Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F. Mix cashew milk and lemon juice; let sit 5 min. Soak cod briefly. Pulse coating ingredients into a coarse meal. Place cod in a greased baking dish and coat tops evenly. Bake 18–20 min until fish flakes easily.

Lemongrass-Cilantro Sauce
1 cup cilantro
1 stalk lemongrass, chopped
1-inch ginger, chopped
2 garlic cloves
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp sambal oelek
¾ tsp salt
¼ tsp coconut sugar
¼ cup olive oil

Pulse cilantro, lemongrass, ginger, and garlic. Add vinegar, water, sambal, salt, and sugar. Blend while slowly drizzling in olive oil until smooth.

Coconut Cauliflower Rice
1 head cauliflower (or 4 cups cauliflower rice)
1 tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp coconut sugar
½ tsp salt
¼ cup full-fat coconut milk
2 tbsp cilantro

Pulse cauliflower into rice-sized pieces. Heat oil in a skillet. Cook cauliflower with salt and sugar for 5 min. Stir in coconut milk and cilantro.

To Serve
Plate cauliflower rice, top with cod, and finish with lemongrass sauce.

Tips: Keep cashews slightly coarse for the best crust. Frozen cauliflower rice works well. Sauce keeps 3–4 days refrigerated. Also delicious with halibut or haddock.

Dr. Greenapple is accepting new acupuncture patients!

Please call our office at 704-390-7150 ext 2 and we would be happy to get you scheduled!

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
What if yoga teachers, wellness professionals, and community leaders felt more confident supporting mental health conversations — both inside and outside the studio?

Our Yoga for Mental Health Certification at Thrive Carolinas is more than a yoga training. Participants will also receive QPR Gatekeeper Certification, learning practical su***de prevention skills and how to support life-saving conversations with compassion and confidence.

Because sometimes healing begins with simply knowing how to hold space, listen, and connect someone to help.

A few spots remain for May 29–31 at Thrive Carolinas.