Just as we humans are made up of a lot of different parts, our digestive system is too.   If we don’t use every part of ourselves, we short-change ourselves from experiences and opportunities.  Just like in digestion if we don’t allow each part of the process enough time, we short-change the process and end…

Yesterday I wrote about cutting your portion in half immediately when served at restaurants and taking it home.  Eat the remaining half very slowly, and enjoy every bite, along with the atmosphere and your companion’s company.  Then take the other half home and have it tomorrow for another meal.  Restaurant sizes are huge these days;…

A lot of people are looking at life dramas these days.  President Obama wants “no drama,”  and Mary K. Blige says “No More Dramas” in her song by the same title. Are you in the middle of a drama?  Is life full of tension, stress, anger and/or angst?  I find the best way to alleviate…

I know from working with many weight loss clients, individually and in groups, helping with diet, nutrition, exercise, emotions and spiritual practices – that a lot of overweight and obesity problems are greatly relieved through relationships.  If you’re happy and getting love, then weight becomes a sideline concern. Being in a committed relationship or marriage,…

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