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A Balanced Perspective Weekly 
on Health and Wellness
February 14, 2006

1. Self-Betrayal
2. Website Highlight Of The Week - Dance Fitness Classes
3. Cooking Classes
4. Improve Your Relationship with Food and Your Body
5. Partner Dancing Simplified - February 25
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"Let people feel the weight of who you are and let them deal with
it."  John Eldredge from the book Wild At Heart:
Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul 

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1. Self-Betrayal

Dictionary.com says that betrayal is a violation of trust.

Betray: To deliver into the hands of an enemy in
violation of a trust or allegience.

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary says that to
betray is to not be loyal to a person, often by doing
something harmful such as helping their enemies.

How do you betray yourself?  How do you align yourself
with your "enemy?"

How many times have you looked at yourself in the mirror
and been disgusted with some aspect of your looks?

Not only were you disgusted, but your day continued on
with the negative self-talk in your head.

What about when someone has reacted negatively to you,
and then you spent countless hours berating yourself based
on that person's behavior or unacceptance of you?

*What about smiling when you are angry?

There are more:

Doing something or not doing something that sabotages
your health goals. (betraying a promise or dream you have
for yourself)

Engaging in destructive behaviors, perhaps it's unsafe sex
(emotionally or physically), drug use, or excessive drinking.

Being inauthentic: feeling one thing, but saying or doing
another.

You should be your most trusted ally.  You should stand
by yourself when others may not. 

You would never stand for a friend saying the things to  you
that you say to yourself.

Ane when you mess up, treat yourself like a supportive friend.

Spend some time thinking of the ways you betray yourself...
and do what it takes to change it.

Happy Valentines Day.  I love you!  Love yourself today!! 
Tell yourself in the mirror all the things you would want a
friend or lover to tell you....and BELIEVE IT!  Give yourself the
gift of loyalty....loyalty to you.

Coaching is available...check out the services page for more
info.

xoxo
Melissa

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"I thought by going to Melissa I would get a few dieting tips, some
new recipes to try at home, maybe lose 2 or 3 pounds, and walk
away feeling pretty good about myself.  What I received from my
sessions with Melissa was so much more!  Melissa went to the root
of my "troubles" and concerns, she lead me to a place where I could
let go, forgive, and be more proactive about my dreams.  Since
Melissa, I have been dancing and performing more than ever and 
feeling much more positive about my life and career.  I sought out
Melissa to lose five pounds yet, in the end, I wound up gaining so
much more than anticipated.  I have filled my life with so much
meaningful matter that craving healthy foods has come naturally and
I desire them in order to support my lifestyle.  My achieved weight
loss ended up being just an added bonus."  -CB, Dancer, NYC

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2. Dance Fitness for the Non-Dancer

If you think you might be interested in taking some dance
fitness classes, but you don't have much experience with
dance...check out these classes that two good friends of
mine are teaching.

I have had private dance classes with both Elyse and
Charlotte, and they are really amazing and wonderful!
They will gently help you get it right!  They both
definitely know how to keep your best interest in mind!

Click here to go to the page with all of their classes listed.

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

Organic Food, Organic FUN, and Good Company

"I truly enjoyed the cooking class. It was more than I expected.
I met some really interesting people, and Melissa was a great
instructor, patient and very informative. Not to mention the dish
we made (salmon burgers, quinoa,and our very own salad dressing)
were all so easy to make and very tasty and satisfying. I look
forward to taking another class soon" - Valerie-Saun Alerte 

Mon., February 20 (full)
Vegetarian Chili
Herbed Green Millet
Yam Crunchies
Pear Sauce

Thurs., March 9
Salmon Burgers
Spring-Out Quinoa
Sunset Salad
Parsley-Ginger Dressing (You will actually make your own!)

Tues., March 21 
Garlic Braised Tempeh 
Hummus w/Tortilla Chips
Mesclun Green Salad
Carrot-Ginger Dressing

Tues., April 11 (this has been a popular one, so we're doing it again!)
Soba Noodles w/ Sesame
Sweet Vegetables
Sautéed Mustard Greens
Brown Rice Crispy Treats (w/ Peanut Butter)

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@myheartdances.com for details.

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4. Treat Yourself Well... Make Better Food Choices and
Stop Hating Your Body.

Working with women to improve their relationship
with food and their body!