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A Balanced Perspective Weekly 
on Health and Wellness
March 22, 2006

1. What Was Your Primary Thought This Winter?
2. Nutrition and Weight Loss Workshop - March 30
3. Website Highlight Of The Week - Kids Classes and Workshops
4. Cooking Classes
5. Improve Your Relationship with Food and Your Body
6. Modern Jive Dance Social This Weekend
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1. What Was Your Primary Thought This Winter?

Did you know that the official first day of spring was
Monday?  Spring is such an amazing time of year!  In many
ways it's better than January 1st for setting new goals and
starting new things.  It's also a great time for falling in love,
my personal favorite and current interest!  :-)

As spring begins, some of you realize that your New Year's
Resolutions to eat healthier and lose weight never
amounted to anything, and the countdown to summer and
bathing suit season is gaining on you! 

Where Did The Last Three Months Go?

Some of you didn't even notice the last three months go
by because you were working so hard, or perhaps just
hibernating from the cold weather.

So...this week, I want to know what's been on your mind
all winter.  What has been the primary thing you have
been thinking about?

This is a great question isn't it.  Before reading on, just
stop and think for a moment.  What has been your
primary concern, and/or your primary delight?

These Were My Thoughts

For me, honestly, it's been loneliness and what is most
meaningful to me in my life.  It is so easy, particularly in
New York City, to get so caught up in work and ambition
that we don't have time for relationships...yet
relationships are where we really leave our legacy, and
it's relationships that are what really change people's
lives...our own life, and the people's lives around us...

But this article isn't about relationships, I'm sharing this
because for me, I realized that I needed more people
closer to me in my daily life, and as spring was
approaching I made a clear choice to change my
circumstances.  I am becoming much more involved in
my friendships and making a concerted effort to take
my relationships to a deeper level.  It's been really
amazing for me!

What Are You Going To Do About It?

So...when you think about what has been on your
mind for the last several months, what does it tell you
about you?  Are you ready to make a change.  What
are you going to do?  How are you going to do it?
What is the first step you will take?

Mark it in your calendars now, before you forget or
procrastinate again!

Stay in touch.  You know I love your replies to the
newsletter, so keep sending them.

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 - Kids Classes and Workshops

Some of you may not know that I teach after-school for
kids.  I offer healthy cooking classes as well as self-esteem
and body image workshops. 

If you have a child, nephew, niece, or friend, who attends a
school in Manhattan and would like to see my programs
offered at their school...  let me know.

More details at this link:

http://www.myheartdances.com/services/consulting/afterschool.htm

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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 and begins at 7:15)
7:15 - 9:15
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?

You can make a change in your life.  Just decide!

Accountability and objective feedback from someone
experienced can really make a difference.