I predicted it over a month ago, but I was still shocked that Kris Allen is the final winner. While this blog column is really about weight loss and well being, I do want to acknowledge that it was the underdog that succeeded, and there’s a reassuring value in that.  The “ordinary guy” who can…

Put your thoughts about moving your body aside, and get up and do it.  Don’t think about it.  Don’t think about finding the time, the time is now.  Don’t think about how hard it will be, just simply move.  Don’t think about it costing money to go to a gym – you are here, right…

How do you lose weight with God?  Simple, just ask Him for help.  A lot of readers have asked me to write more about this.  Funny, that’s what I’ve written about the most in the last 9 years!  I fear I’m always talking about God, even too much, I love Him so completely. Here’s a…

Comparing yourself to others can backfire.  Be sure to appreciate the good things about yourself, and acknowledge your hardships and efforts, too.  This is an important point.  I’m glad that an anonymous poster commented about this, this week, in response to my blog about face transplant recipient, Connie Culp. “My Mother also used to use…

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