Terra's Blog

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.

Don’t Be Scared!!

For many, this can be a scary time when it comes to our weight. In addition to the Halloween candy challenge we are encountering this week, we also know that our major holiday season is rapidly approaching and our eating can easily get out of hand if we are not...

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Deep Dish Sloppy Joe Casserole

This recipe came directly from the website www.emilybites.com. If you've never checked it out, I highly recommend you do so!!! Emily is my kind of girl and her website ROCKS!!!!!! She's amazing and has fabulous ideas, great photos and easy to follow recipes....

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How Cute Is This???

Eating healthy doesn't need to be scary! It is hard to resist the fall sweets that are out this time of year. But with a little creativity we can all still enjoy the season without packing on the pounds. The recipe above is taken from our facebook friend Kelly...

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Creamy Crockpot Potato Soup

Hi Terra, I saw this recipe on Facebook and made it yesterday. My husband and I were the only ones home for dinner and we both thought it was delicious. One of my daughters took it to school for lunch today, so the jury is still out on whether she likes it. I am glad...

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Keep Perspective

Good morning, everyone! I love this quote because it reminds us of just how fortunate we are, even when life isn't perfect. After all, what is "perfect" anyway? It's in the eye of the beholder. Struggling with weight and eating is hard..I agree...but there are...

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Warm Cinnamon Apples

Hey Terra, I came across this recipe which I have not put into the recipe builder but it is 59 calories. I know you mention this all the time but for those of us who are anal and require an exact recipe, here it is: 1 Apple 1t sugar or honey 1/4 t water 1/4t cinnamon...

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Value CHILI

Good morning! This recipe is tried and true!! It's been around for ever and I every time I share it, I get excellent feedback. Give it it a try...it's guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser!! All is well! Love, Terra:-) Value CHILI Servings: 22 Cups Freezes great and can be...

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This Weekend….

Take a couple of minutes right now to make a plan. Review what you have going on this weekend and prioritize. Is dinner Saturday night more important than going all-out at Sunday brunch? Would you rather have cocktails or dessert? Do you prefer to eat at home Friday...

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We Made It!

As many of you know, Darin (my Hubby) and I have been training for the last couple of months for our Grand Canyon Adventure: To hike from the North Rim down to the bottom, across and back up to the South Rim....IN ONE DAY. Mission accomplished!!!!!! We planned for 26...

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