A Balanced Perspective Weekly
on Health and Wellness
March 26, 2007
1. Beauty & Lifestyle Magazines
2. Wellness Packages for the New Year
3. Weight Loss Groups
4. Cooking Classes - 2007
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1. Beauty & Lifestyle Magazines
Tonight me and the girls in my Monday night weight loss
group spent some time looking at images in some popular
magazines and voicing how the image had an immediate
effect on our feelings.
We looked at "Milk?" ads, magazine cover photos, a picture
that depicted a gorgeous, thin girl lying happily in bed
wearing lingerie and laughing with her beau, bathing suits,
and women working-out.
How Does It Make You Feel?
Have you ever took a moment to notice how advertising or
photos in magazines make you feel?
It was very interesting to look at these photos and share,
in the context of a group, our honest feelings.
Not What You "Think"
We often times dismiss how they make us feel because
what we voice out loud is what we "think" about the photo,
not actually what it makes us feel like. We might say to
ourselves that "she's too skinny," but underneath we wish
we looked like "her." We just rarely acknowledge that
feeling because it feels better to try and "think" it away.
Despite whatever we "think," most of us, underneath, feel
bad or worse about ourselves when we view it. We feel
envious. We wish we looked like "her." We feel
intimidated by "her." We feel like we're not good enough.
These photos elicit an emotional reaction in most of us.
That is what they are designed to do. They are designed
to sell, to make you want something you don't have.
Sometimes we don't notice our internal reaction because
we are bombarded with these photos daily, often minute
by minute.
The Photo Shoot
And I am willing to bet that many of you, especially women,
but men too, are comparing yourself and your life to photos
of people who are being paid to pose in such a way to make
you buy something. The objective is to make you feel like
you need something more than you have right now, and to
create the illusion that the person in the photo has it all,
and people like them have "such and such" a product, so
you should have it too.
This week make and effort to just notice and become
aware of the immediate feelings you have when you are
exposed each of these photos. Just notice how the
advertising affects you.
Awareness Changes The Subliminal Effect
Once you do this, it will be interesting if you find that its
subliminal effect on you changes overtime.
On a positive note, we also looked at a photo of a beautiful
woman who has an "imperfect" body by American society's
standards. She was happy and confident in the photo too.
It was interesting that the women in the group felt more
comfortable and accepting of themselves when they looked
at this photo.
I would love to hear your thoughts, so e-mail me if you get
the chance!
Have a great week!
Melissa
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2. Wellness Packages - Spring is on the Way!
You Can Make Your Dreams Happen!
The Lifestyle Makeover
I don't know what I'm doing with my life. I'm not satisfied
with my career, my relationships are not going anywhere.
I'm not really where I want to be.
Sound like you? This package will cover career, relationships,
spirituality, and health. You'll gain a stronger hold on your
identity, and find satisfaction moving forward towards
discovering and completing personal goals and projects.
6 sessions - $675
The Nutrition and Health Makeover
I don't eat what I should, nor do I stick to an exercise plan.
I'm not even sure if I know what I should eat! I find myself
snacking on junk food and eating poorly when I'm at work or
traveling. I want to have more energy and be fit. I want to
grow old healthy!
This package is for the typical New Yorker. You want to be
conscious about your health, but you are not making it happen.
You want more energy and to eat better. In this plan we'll get
down to the nitty gritty about what is getting in the way for
you, and how you can achieve a healthier you without
cramping your lifestyle. We'll create a therapeutic lifestyle
plan that works just for you!
3 sessions - $375
The Weight Loss Makeover
I'm tired of not sticking to my diets. I'm ready to make a
commitment to my health. I want to see my real body
underneath this cushion. I want to feel good when I walk
down the street and enter a room.
Sticking to a weight loss plan is hard. No doubt about it! This
program is designed to get you off the dieting cycle and get
you on a plan to achieve results. It's for individuals who are
ready to make a change and commit to giving this gift to
themselves. No more quick fix attempts. This is the real deal!
10 sessions - $1125
I Am - Strategic Solutions for Women in their 20's
I love working with young women! It's a time in life where you
are testing your own identity and power in this world, yet
sometimes you feel conflicted by the pressure of your parents'
and peers' ideas about what track you should be on. You have
your own mind and you want to use it...but sometimes you're
not sure about your different opinions. This program deals with
self-image, self-respect, confidence, and effective decision
making.
5 sessions - $575 (sliding scale available for this program...
please call or e-mail me for details)
All programs can be adjusted to fit your specific needs. Number
of sessions can be increased or decreased based on your goals.
Payments plans available.
Contact me with any inquiries
melissa@myheartdances.com 917-689-6530
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"For whatever reason, people are so inclined to spend
money on a health club membership and working out
their body, but when it comes to working on the mind
and emotions, people are more hesitant. I remember
the session that we had together and all of the advise
and direction that you provided was truly excellent.
You really made a very positive impact on my life and
I can tell that you are exceptionally gifted in this area.
You have a very intuitive sense and are able to put
all the pieces together very quickly and correctly.
These are very good skills for the type of coaching
that you do, and I hope that more people will see how
they can benefit from the coaching that you provide."
- J.R.
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3. Weight Loss Groups
April registration closes on the 31st
Please contact me for more information:
New York
Monday 7-8:30pm
Saturday 10-11:15 a.m.
New members begin March 31
Orlando (winter park)
Tuesday 5:30-6:30 p.m.
New members begin April 3
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4. Cooking Classes - 2007
(located on the Upper West Side)
Organic Food, Organic FUN, and Good Company
Thank you for sharing you home, knowledge, great recipes,
and warm friends. There's something very intimate about
creating and sharing a meal with others. It was interesting
to learn about your holistic health background and cook
with new ingredients. I look forward to taking more classes
with you. - Heather
SATURDAY, April 14 - (11 am class) - no cook picnic dishes
Vegan Chicken Salad
Citrus Infused Guacamole
W/tortillas
Spring Citrus Salad
Carob-Almond Butter Balls
Thursday, May 3
Thai Peanut Soup
Vegetable Summer Rolls
Lime-peanut sauce
Spring Spritzer Cooler
Tuesday, May 29
Salmon Burgers
Spring-Out Quinoa
Parsley Ginger Dressing
Sunset Salad
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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