A Balanced Perspective Weekly 
onHealth and Wellness
February 26, 2005

1. Swallowing Your Pride
2. MyHeartDances - Supporting Your Health and Dreams
3. Cooking Classes
4. Upcoming Events
5. Orlando - March 31st and April 1st

**Register now for Orlando Class - MARCH 31st.  Only 5 spots!

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1. Swallowing Your Pride

If there's anything I know that can get in the way of having a genuine life,
being genuinely happy, and experiencing genuine love, it's pride.  There
are certain types of pride that are honorable like in doing something well or
being proud of a friend for achieving a goal.  But then there's the type of
pride that won't allow you to forgive, that won't allow you to admit fault, or
that keeps you on a journey to achieve some great thing that will make you
look good when deep in your heart you don't really want that thing at all.

Pride often doesn't even allow you to see what it is the real you wants or
who the real you is.

Fear Not Looking Perfect

We fear that we may not look as perfect as we want people to think we
are; we fear finding out that we are not as perfect as we think we are.  In
the end we are unhappy and unfulfilled because we have only been living on
the surface.

Many New Yorkers are holding down jobs so they can establish some
significance by the amount of money they make, others have achieved a
certain status they don't want to let go of because they may lose the
admiration of people, some are only living in this city because it's "New York"
and leaving might signify failure.

Pride Destroys Intimacy

In relationships, pride keeps you from saying you're sorry.  Pride won't let
you be vulnerable and tell someone how you truly feel.  Pride won't let you
be known and won't let someone know you because if they saw beneath
your exterior you are afraid they might not like you.

Pride infects all of our lives.  Pride has been the primary thing I have sought
to burn away from my being and still it trails me close behind.  Where is
pride present in your life?  Where are you not admitting that you were
wrong?  Who do you "look down on," and think of yourself as "better than?"
What parts of you will you not let people see?  Is it the needy part?  Is it
the clumsy part?  The angry part?  The failing part?  What dream are you
not going after because you may not achieve the status your current path
promises? 

An Encouragement

Humanity is beautiful.  We are imperfect beings with passion, with complex
emotions, with failings.  We can embrace each other with these things.  This
is what makes us know we are alive, that we are real.  The most intimate
moments are when you can relate to someone else your most vulnerable
places.

MyHeartDances TM has been created to encourage honest living, to
help you get out of the way of yourself.  We are committed to supporting
you in in being genuine, accepting yourself the way you are, going after
your dreams, and supporting that with eating "real" food (whole foods) and
feeling great physical health.  Stay tuned to a more resourceful website...
COMING SOON!

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2. Life Coaching & Nutrition Counseling - by Phone or In Person    

MyHeartDances TM has been developed to support you in going after your
dreams, following your heart, and getting honest with yourself.  .

Counseling sessions are designed to challenge you to live with integrity, to
live from your heart and to stop settling for only what feels "safe."

Coaching can help you if: 

*You are in a relationship you're not sure you should be in
*You are stuck in a career and know you were designed for something greater,
but don't know how to get out, or what your next step should be.
*You feel you are at a transitional stage in life and need support and resources
in taking the next step!
*You are just plain confused!

*You believe that health is not only about nutrition with food, but also 
integrating your approach to relationships, career, exercise, etc.

Simple, Down To Earth, Practical Nutrition

We also help individuals Incorporate practical, simple, healthy lifestyles. 
This includes coaching on:

*Whole foods, how to choose them when on the run, or cook them at home 
quickly and deliciously
*Which foods you should be eating for your specific make-up, lifestyle, and
interests,
*And even more importantly, we deal with your relationship with food. 
**Relationship with food is often a struggle for women, and in our coaching
sessions we will address this and it's powerful influence.

Clients who work with me become more confident about their food choices and
more confident in life. 

Results often include:

Weight Loss
Elimination of Headaches
More Joy In Life
Courage To Pursue Dreams/Passions
Desire To Cook More At Home
Diminished Sweet Cravings
Balanced Energy
and more!

Consultations are available via phone or in person.  If you're ready to really go
after what you want, now is a terrific time to take that step.  Initial session is
discounted.

There are fees that fit almost every budget.  If you are motivated, I would love
to hear from you.

If you are interested in finding out more info at 917-689-6530 or write for
more information at melissa@myheartdances.com

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4. Cooking Classes 
(located on the Upper West Side)

Organic Food, Organic FUN, and Good Company

Come in from the cold to learn how to create warming, healthy,
and delicous meals and meet other great New Yorkers.

MARCH 31st CLASS HELD IN WINTER PARK, FL  (Orlando)
I registered Jack and I for Melissa's class as a gift to him.  The
experience far surpassed any expectations we both had. Not only did
we make a delicious meal, we met a new group of people and Melissa. 
Her class was interactive and fun.  Thank you Melissa...I'm not cooking
alone anymore! - Grace, NYC

February 28 (Full)
Salmon Burgers
Spring-Out Quinoa
Sunset Salad
Vinaigrette Dressing
(You Will Actually Make Your Own!)

March 10 (Full)
Vegetable Summer Rolls
w/ Peanut Sauce
Warm Basic Miso Soup
Sesame Seaweed Salad 

March 24
Vegetable Maki Rolls
Garlic Braised Tempeh
Mesclun Green Salad
Carrot Ginger Dressing

March 31 (Orlando, FL)
Home-made veggie burgers
(they are much better than the store bought kind!)
Spring-Out Quinoa
Sunset Salad
Vinaigrette dressing (yes, you will make you're own!)

Pre-Register Today – Only $40 per class
All classes are held on the Upper West Side

Class is from 6:30 until 8:30p.m.
And includes all of the following

*Hands-on instruction
*Meet new people
*Learn cool facts and tips about the food you’re eating
*Get healthy tips
*Receive a copy of the recipe to take home
*Enjoy a DELICIOUS meal at the end of class!
 Made by The Fabulous You!

Please contact Melissa at Melissa@myheartdances.com for
more details and to register or call 917-689-6530

**Classes are fun, relaxed, and not intimidating!  They are
great for beginners!

**Private classes are also available to small groups.  Please
contact Melissa@wellnessandenergy.com for details.

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5. Upcoming Events

1. Want to go to Egypt?  The Gallapagos Islands?  Machu Pichu?  Join a
fabulous group of New Yorkers with Dynamic Outdoors!  Competitive pricing. 
Check them out atwww.dynamicoutdoors.com

2. MODERNJIVE!  Partner dancing to the best of the 70's, 80's, 90's and
hits of today!  I am hosting this event in March at Empire Dance Studios.
www.empiredance.com  March 26th beginning at 8pm.  This dance is a blast!
There is a lesson, you do not have to bring a partner, and it's okay if you
are a beginner.  $12.50 in advance, $15 at the door.

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4. Orlando - Cooking Class and Consultations

1. Cooking Class

MARCH 31st COOKING CLASS HELD IN WINTER PARK, FL  (Orlando)
I enjoyed you veggie burger class.  I made the entire menu last week
with great success.  The veggie burgers were fantastic.  The fact that
I made the meal again is a contrast with my previous experiences,
where I paid $100, made a small portion of a huge, specialized meal for
20 people to share and never looked at the recipes again.  
Congratulations on a great idea, I hope you keep this going!!" ~Charlie

As always, thanks for reading and please send comments and feedback Melissa@myheartdances.com

™ was developed to support individuals in living from their heart and going after what they want in life. Our mission is to support you in deciding to be honest with yourself and be honest with others so you can face your fears and go after your dreams to "let your heart dance!"

Copyright 2002-2006

Melissa King
Nutrition Counseling with Life Coaching
917-689-6530
www.myheartdances.com

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Melissa@myheartdances.com

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