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

1. Don't Wait Till Tomorrow To Appreciate Today
2. Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop - March 30
3. Website Highlight Of The Week - Where To Shop
4. Cooking Classes
5. Improve Your Relationship with Food and Your Body
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1. Don't Wait Till Tomorrow To Appreciate Today

I have been looking in the mirror lately and realizing that in
the most subtle ways that I am getting older.  I'm only 28,
but there are some differences from when I was 20, as tiny
as those changes are...I notice...even though no one else
probably does. 

I know, I know... those of you who are older than me are
probably thinking "You think you're changing?  Wait till you
get to be my age!"  Yes.  I've heard it before. :-)

Looking Back

And that is actually exactly the point I want to make in
this newsletter.  How many of us look back at pictures of
ourselves from 10 years ago and think "Man!  I was beautiful
then...  I can't believe I thought I needed to lose weight,"
or "I can't believe I felt insecure then, I wish I looked like
that now." 

Perhaps you have gained weight since those pictures, but
even during the time those pictures were taken you
struggled with your body image.  Now you look back and
wonder why because you only wish you could look the way 
you did then.

Do you know what I mean?

It works in many other ways as well, career, money,
relationships.  "Gosh!  I had so much time then, why didn't I
use it to do more of the things I enjoy, or to get an 
education" or "I had so much money then, I wish I would've
spent it wisely, now I'm strapped."

We can learn from these lessons.  We can either go on
and continue with our cycle, or we can begin appreciating
our circumstances today, appreciating our body,
appreciating our time, appreciating our relatoinships, and
most of all, taking action to do what we really want to do.

Need To Make Some Changes?

Maybe you do need to make some changes...but how
much more time are you going to waste?  For instance, if
you have been wanting to lose weight for 10 years, but
never really made the necessary changes, don't wait.  It's
time to do it now and take it seriously.  Even if it takes a
year, can you imagine how good you will feel once you
have accomplished it?  No more worrying over this thing
that lingers in your mind!

As we grow older, the clearer and clearer it becomes just
how short life is.  You won't be 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 forever. 
Time is precious.  Do what you need to do to have no
regrets for this stage of your life.

Coaching is available for weight loss by helping you to
have a healthier relationship with food and your life.

xoxo

Melissa

P.S.  Write me and let me know what your action plan is.

Schedule and appointment with me if you know that 
objective advice and accountability will support you, or
sign-up for the Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop on
March 30.  917-689-6530 melissa@myheartdances.com

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2. Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop - March 30

Summer is on its way!  Get prepared!!

This is not your typical Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop.  We
are going to discuss REAL, PRACTICAL, BALANCED ways to
approach your relationship with food.

We will not only discuss HEALTHY EATING
but also WHY WE DON'T STICK TO IT
and then WHAT YOU CAN DO TO STICK TO IT

You will leave with inspiration, motivation and A PLAN.

$15
Thursday, March 30th
7pm - 9pm

The Perfect Workshop To Prepare For Summer

You won't be disappointed!!

Pre-registration highly recommended: 917-689-6530
melissa@myheartdances.com

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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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3. Website Highlight Of The Week - Where To Shop

Looking for a health food store in your neighborhood?

http://www.myheartdances.com/resources/shop.htm

This link will take you to health food stores listed by neighborhood
in Manhattan.

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4. 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 

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

Tues., April 4 (This class is $45)
Creamy Salmon Soup with Mustard Greens
Baked Rosemary w/ Caraway Sweet Potato
Dandelion Stir-Fry
Lemon Jasmine Rice
Blueberry Cream

Tues., April 11
Soba Noodles w/ Sesame
Sweet Vegetables
Sautéed Mustard Greens
Brown Rice Crispy Treats (w/ Peanut Butter)

Monday., April 17
Veggie Burgers
Hummus w/ Tortilla Chips
Mesclun Green Salad
w/ Parsley Ginger Dressing
Frozen Fruit Smoothies

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, more details at:
http://www.myheartdances.com/services/cook_class.htm

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5. Want To Lose Weight, But Tired Of Fad Diets?

I'm here to help you lose weight by developing a
healthy relationship with food and your life!