I started writing this blog in 2007 and continue today, hoping it will make its way to anyone who feels stuck while trying to make lifestyle changes to live at a healthy weight. Changing behaviors can be tricky if we don’t evaluate our perspective and adjust our expectations and mindset. I believe the foundation of lasting behavior change starts with four key elements:
1.) Self-compassion 2.) A growth mindset 3.) Joy in the journey 4.) Gratitude
Self-compassion is recognizing our humanity. It’s realizing and accepting that no human can be perfect 100% of the time. Therefore, when we make choices that aren’t in line with our goals, it’s an opportunity to learn, modify and move forward. This is called a Growth Mindset, and it leads to lasting success and facilitates joy in the journey! The fourth foundation of lasting behavior change is the practice of gratitude for today and using the good feeling energy of appreciation to propel us forward into the actions we want to take.
Banana Cookies-Sugar free!!
Changes
Happy 2014 from my family to yours!!! We wish you ALL the best in the new year!! Darin, Terra, Chase & Cole As many of you know, my background over the last 10 years has been in real estate sales. I co-owned Stone Tower Properties (located in downtown Geneva) with...
Don’t leave me hangin’…
"The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide you’re not going to stay where you are.” — John Pierpont Morgan I know today is a hard day ......the snow, the kids still home from school, the fear of the scale....BUT it's time. The holidays are OVER, the brand...
Peace & Quiet
"When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive - to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love." -- Marcus Aurelius Do you ever feel like you just need to drop out of everyday life for a short break??? Not that everyday life is bad, but...
Merry Christmas!
I have a challenge for you…
Here it is: For the rest of the week, when faced with choices, ask yourself is it worth it and give yourself a moment to answer honestly. The cookies that your co-worker brought into the office. Worth it? Maybe they are...but maybe they aren't. YOU DECIDE. Getting out...
You’re Free To Be Happy Today
Good Morning, Everyone!!! I've just returned from sunny Florida where I spent the last week with my son, Chase and his TriCity Football team as they competed in the United Youth Football League national championship. Yay Chargers!!! Don't get me wrong, Florida and...
Chocolate Raspberries!
Dear Terra... Here's the snack/treat combo picture I promised to send you. I stuffed the fresh raspberries with dark chocolate chips, but like we discussed, white chocolate chips would be pretty for Christmas! Years ago I recall seeing a mixed bag of green, white and...
“Don’t let yesterday use up too much of today.” — Cherokee Indian Proverb
You're on the right track if you enjoyed your Thanksgiving, you don't feel an ounce of guilt about it and your back to your "new normal" healthy routines. Health isn't just physical....it's mental as well. Living in the past and torturing ourselves with regret is NOT...
“It’s not what’s on the table that really matters…it’s what’s in the chairs.”
Hey All! Thanksgiving is just 2 days away! My most favorite and cherished holiday of all!! A whole day set aside in the middle of the week to give thanks and to celebrate our gratitude with family, friends, food and fun. What a fabulous day!!! The LAST thing I want is...
GOOD Things ARE Happening!
"Once you make a decision, the universe conspires to make it happen." -Ralph Waldo Emerson Once you've made the decision to take control of your health, have patience and faith in yourself to know that you can and are bringing about the change you wish to experience....
Taco Bake
This recipe is delicious!! Thanks for sending it to us, Sue! Stay warm!! All is well, Terra Hi Terra, You are such an inspiration to me. I am so glad that I am a part of your fantastic e mails!! You had informed us about the Emilybites website for WW recipes and I...
Butterfinger Dessert
Good Morning! Thanks so much to those of you who are emailing me your favorite recipes! It's great to be able to share them with everyone through this website/blog. If you have an outstanding recipe or food idea, I'd love to hear from you! I've been sticking with my...
TLC
"The power of love to change bodies is legendary, built into folklore, common sense, and everyday experience. Love moves the flesh, it pushes matter around.... Throughout history, "tender loving care" has uniformly been recognized as a valuable element in healing"....
The Scale Is Not The Source of Your Joy
Good morning! The responses to yesterday's blog post were overwhelming! A LOT of us practiced the "no thank you" approach to Halloween candy and I'm thrilled!! Here is one response I received which made me laugh out loud... "No Snickers , no Reese's, they tear my will...