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In This Issue: 1. MyHeartDances Happy Hour - Thurs. Dec. 4, 6-9pm
2. Can You Really Keep the Weight Off?
3. 2009 Programs and Events
4. Printing for Individuals and Businesses
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melissa@myheartdances.com or 917-689-6530
2. Can You Really Keep the Weight Off?
This week, a woman who has been reading my newsletters for several years and who has participated at length in my women's groups, just e-mailed me and said:
"Something just struck me as I read thru this newsletter - even though I've heard you say it before, it never sunk in - you lost weight and KEPT IT OFF FOR YEARS. Most people lose, but gain it back."
It's true. I lost 25 pounds in 2001, and I haven't gained it back. The first few years I tried to lose weight, I went through the typical cycle that most people stay in - I would lose a few pounds, and then ease right back into old habits and regain all of the weight, if not more. I would go on diets for anywhere from 1 day to 1 month, but rarely any longer than that.
Not Easy, But Possible!
It's not easy to stick to a weight loss plan, and it's not easy to maintain weight loss once we have lost it. When we give up food, we're not usually just giving up food. Food can become an antidepressant, a way to facilitate social connection, and a way to avoid boredom. When the food is gone, we have difficulty resisting the constant temptations and since we can't give it up "cold turkey," every time we have to eat, we want more.
But it is absolutely possible to change your lifestyle, to eat well with portion control, and feel good about yourself as a result. Even if you've never done it successfully before! It is absolutely possible to sustain that change.
On Saturday, January 17th, I'm teaching a Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance Workshop. In this workshop, you will learn how I lost the weight, what struggles I confronted, and how I keep it off today. You will also do written exercises that will help you create a practical plan for yourself. $15; 10:30 - 12:00pm
On Saturday the 24th, I will begin a 6-Week follow-up workshop for individuals who would like to work on weight loss or weight maintenance in the context of a group and accountability. You will have lessons, leadership, and guidance from me, as well as e-mail support from group members throughout the week. The sessions will meet from 10am - 11am on 6 consecutive Saturdays, from January 24th through February 28th. The cost is $150 and includes a private session with me.
***The workshop on the 17th and the 6-week series can, but do not have to be taken together!***
Sign-up for both before Christmas and get the workshop on the 17th for free.
Get Together This Thursday!
And to all MyHeartDances readers, please come out to Counter this Thursday. It's going to be a great time to get to know each other. If you want to meet me in person and discuss anything about these workshops or coaching, this is a great time to do it. Or, if you just want to make some new friends, play, and have an organic dirty martini... I'm hosting this event to create community and connection!
Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance Workshop
Saturday, January 17th
In this workshop, you will learn how I lost 25 pounds, what struggles I confronted, and how I still keep it off today. You will also do written exercises that will help you create a practical plan for yourself. $15; 10:30 - 12:00pm on the Upper West Side
Weight Loss and Maintenance
6-Week Achievement Group
Saturday, January 24th
This 6-Week series is a great follow-up to the January 17th workshop. It is for individuals who would like to work on weight loss or weight maintenance goals in the context of a group and accountability. You will have lessons, leadership, and guidance from me, as well as e-mail support from group members throughout the week. The sessions will meet from 10am - 11am on 6 consecutive Saturdays from January 24th through February 28th. The cost is $150 and includes a private session with me.
Register before Christmas and get the January 17th free.
Procrastination and Goal Setting Workshop
Want to finally get to work on some of those ideas you've had floating around your mind? Or maybe you just wish you had a goal - any goal!?!? Whether it's career related, creative, or a relationship goal, this workshop is for you. This workshop will help you to discover, define, and prioritize the goals most important and relative to your life now, and will help you to create a step-by-step plan to achieve them. Life is too short to just wait for something to happen. This year, make it different. Tuesday,January 20th 7-9pm $20 Both women and men welcome.
Goal Achieving/Procrastination Banishing 6-Week Series
This series can be taken alone or along with the workshop on the 20th. It is designed to assist you in achieving a specific goal. The series will help individuals with long term goals complete a stage of the goal, and will help individuals with short term goals complete their specific project. Individuals with creative or organizational projects, career goals, and relationship goals are encouraged to register. $150 for entire series and includes a private session with me. Will meet Tuesday evenings 7-8pm from January 27th through March 3rd. Both women and men welcome.
Register before Christmas and get the January 20th free.
Not sure if one of these programs is right for you? Try out a workshop before joining a series, or simply e-mail me with questions. (Or come hang out with us at Counter this Thursday night).
4. Printing for Individuals and Businesses
I'm so happy with my neighborhood printer that I have to share his information with you. His shop can take care of individual as well as big business needs. I have been working with him for about three years. He always gives me excellent work and he makes me feel like I'm part of the family!
If you, your office, or your business needs a great printer - from photos to newsletters, to brochures, to business cards - anything - contact Reza's Copy Shop. I highly recommend him and I believe in small neighborhood businesses!
Reza's Copy Shop
For All Your Printing Needs
254 West 81st St. (btwn Bwy and West End)
New York, NY 10024
Phone: 212-724-8758
Fax: 212-595-5846
info@rezascopyshop.
"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 more people will see how they can benefit from the coaching that you provide." -J.R.
Call me to schedule an appointment: 917-689-6530
melissa@myheartdances.com
"You are non-judgmental and so real and practical about dealing with these issues. I tell everyone about you. You are so young, but you are so smart and have great insight. I love working with you, and I'm a tough customer." GG, NYC
As always, thanks for reading and please send comments
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™ 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!"
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™ 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!"