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Weighty Confession

Forgive Me for I Have Sinned

I called in sick, when I wasn't and spent the entire day in bed watching movies and eating.

 

All Is Forgiven, Move On  . . .

Lighten Up! What puts you over the edge, and sends you off and running to the fridge?  Send OLofWL your Weighty Confessions. 


'Life Through the Eyes of an ex-fatty.' Janice's BLOG
The trials and tribulations of Janice Taylor's personal and irreverent world. Worth the click!

Pious Posts - Glorious Greetings - Ten Commandments

The Weight Is Over! Buy Our Lady of the Weight Loss, the book, NOW!
Motivational Musing

The Schmooze Yourself Silly Diet

I realized, while schmoozing at a party, that I was having such a good time talking to everyone, one by one, sometimes two at a time, that food became secondary.  Before I knew it, the evening was over, and I’d only ingested a small bowl of chili and some fruit.  I didn’t have anything to confess to Our Lady of Weight Loss.  Miracles do happen!!!

I invite you to work the room, chit the chatter, and leave the chips and dips behind. The ability to be a great conversationalist can be cultivated.  Here follows a few conversational tips that you might want to mull over.    

Talking Tips for Great Conversationalists from Our Lady of Delightful Dialogue
1. A conversation is not a monologue.  Limit yourself to 4 sentences or 40 seconds, whichever comes FIRST.  

2. Silence is golden.  Just as a pause is important in music – so is a bit of silence in a conversation. Give others an opportunity to jump right in.

3. Be interested in the other person. Be attentive. Ask them questions.   Draw them out.  

4. Do not give advice.  (Hello, did anyone ask you for your opinion?)

5. Look for visual signs.  If you see any eye-rolling, clock watching, foot tapping - you’ve overstepped your bounds and more than likely your time limit.

6. You don’t have to be right.  (No, really – you don’t.)

7. Stick to the topic at hand and stay in tune with it.  

8. Don’t tell jokes unless you are really skilled at it.  

9. Be tactful, alert and sympathetic.

10. Always be in good humor.  (No matter what!)

11. Don’t preach or take yourself too seriously.  Do not dwell on moral issues.

12. Be positive. Negative talk will make you a negative person.  (YIKES! We don’t want that to happen, do we?)

Any conversation tips? What are you tricks?  Write OLofWL!      


" . . . kooky genius . . . .  see if her diet plan will work for you." ~ O, The Oprah Magazine 

Janice Taylor is a Coach/Certified Hypnotist (specializing in weight loss, self-esteem and happiness). For a FREE CONSULTATION, contact Janice...  ask about her 4-week program. 

Since working with Janice, I am feeling good, centered, in charge, in control, happy and LIGHTER! ~ Patti R.

Thanks to Janice for giving me tools and tips on how to improve my life.  Speaking with her on a weekly basis gave me so much 'want power!'  I now make better choices.   An amazing four weeks.  Well worth the time, energy and investment! ~ CB

Working with Janice helped me to discover the door to my future. With 5 pounds permanently gone already, I am for the first time, seeing a whole new me with passion and interest in areas I would not have dreamt of even 2 months ago!  The depth and breadth of what she has to offer is truly a gift.  ~Jane A.

Janice's honesty, compassion, professionalism and sincerity to help came through in each phone session. Her coaching skills are tremendously effective in all areas:  weight loss, relationships, career - LIFE!  I learned much more about myself than I expected; specifically, the root cause of my anxiety (which was causing me to overeat). ~ Heather D.B.

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Righteous Recipe

Miraculous and Motivational Minestrone - Now that the autumn weather has arrived, a quick bowl of minestrone soup seemed like a good idea; and it was!!  YUM.

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil * 3 medium carrots, chopped * 1.5 cups chopped cabbage * 1 large vidalia onion, chopped * 3 garlic gloves, minced * 3 cups water * 1 (15 oz) can Italian stewed tomatoes, undrained * 3 cubes vegetable bouillon * 1 cup fresh spinach, shredded * 2/3 cup cooked ziti * salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a large saucepan, heat olive oil *  toss in carrots, cabbage, onion and saute for 5 minutes * add water, tomatoes and bouillon * bring to a boil * reduce heat * simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender * stir in spinach, macaroni and pepper; heat through.

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Chewing the Fat

Dear OLofWL ~ I felt for the woman [in last week's KICK] who said she will never get a man because she will never be any smaller than a size 12!  She needs to know that there are millions of men out there who don't give a damn what size you are, as long as you are available to them. 

Men are actually fairly simple creatures; they have one switch, and for some it's always in the "on" position.  The fashion and advertising worlds are SELLING, so they have an interest in keeping us dissatisfied, but we don't have to buy it.  And men . . . sure, they love lots of ads with skinny half-naked women.  They would also love photos of voluptuous half-naked women.  Like I said, fairly simple creatures.

Your remarks about self-love were right on target.  We need to do it for us, not for them, whoever "them" is. ~ L.R.

Dear L.R. ~ There are lots of men out there who are deep, thoughtful individuals - who are not fixated on size - and who actually want to know the woman for whom their 'on switch' flickers!  Let's  keep an open eye when it comes to men.  So, we attract the right kind!  As for the fashion and advertising world - I've got a feeling (call me a silly optimistic) that the tide is changing.  We're starting to speak out now, and let 'them' know that we like companies who use real people as their models, like Dove soap. I appreciate your feisty energy.  Keep speaking your mind! Thanks for writing. ~ OLofWL

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Dear OLWL: Instead of succumbing to a cake disaster, I slipped on teeth-whitening strips.  You can't eat anything for hours, which gives you plenty of time to get over your cravings. The self-righteousness feeling gives you something to smile about!  ~ You are splendid, Darlene S.

Dear Darlene ~ Do you think that Crest and the other teeth whitening companies know that they are utilized in our weight loss efforts?  I'll write them!!  Here's to sparkly teeth! ~ OLofWL

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Dear OLofWL (Janice, actually) ~ I saw you on Naomi's New Morning [Hallmark Channel] this morning.  I really liked what you said.  Totally refreshing point of view.  Loved your Battle of the Bulge helmet.  You are funny!  I ordered your book.  Can't wait to read it.  Thanks for giving me a kick in the tush! ~ R.H., Mass.

Dear R.H. ~ I didn't know that Naomi's New Morning was going to run my segment this morning.  Bummer!!  I missed it.  So I'm doubly glad you saw it and liked it!! Even better.  Thanks for joining the KITT Club and buying the book.  Hope you love it.  Keep us in your loop. ~ OLofWL

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Workshops and Appearances

Our Lady of Weight Loss - Live and In Person!
Wondrous Workshops and Tantalizing Talks


November 5, Monday, 7 a.m. - The Hallmark Channel, New Morning with Timberly Whitfield.  Check your local listings!

January 25 - 27, 2008 - The Crossings, Austin, Texas - The Hypnosis Diet: Health, Weight Loss and Well-Being

April 20 - 23, 2008 - Kripalu Yoga and Health Center workshop

June 8 - 13, 2008 - Omega Institute, Rhinebeck, NY - a full 5 days of hypnosis, self-hypnosis, permanent fat removal, gluing and pasting and more ... woo hoo! - information to come

Check out photos from the Kripalu Yoga and Health & The Crossings last year's workshops.  Next time - you've just got to come!

And here's what the participants had to say:
"Just a heartfelt thank you for all the fun, motivation and power you were able to instill in me." K.V.

"I just returned from your Kripalu workshop, and it was just what I needed to kick me in the tush and get me out of the funk I've been in for the past few months. I'm moving toward my compelling future and looking forward to each new day." - JC

Latest press . . . Fall 2007

Orlando Sentinel - Our Lady of Weight Loss's Top Ten Holiday Commandments (and more).  "Janice is funny and goofy."  (Goofy???? Kooky maybe, but not goofy!)

O, The Oprah Magazine - It's official - Janice Taylor is soaking in kooky genius.  

Podcast From the Heart - Astara Briski and Rebecca Sahm interview Janice Taylor and ask the age-old question, "Would a Kick in the Tush Help You to Lose Weight?" 

Mirathon Blogspot - Our Lady of Weight Loss: Send an E-Card to Your Dieting Pal! 

Pajama Mommy - Read PJ Mommy's review of Our Lady of Weight Loss (the book!) - it's a hoot! And while you are there, check out the rest of their site for mommies of all ages. 

Artella Magazine printed a special issue this summer called Artella: Body of Art.

Check out: WomensOnLineMagazine - Positively Beautiful (scroll down for my brilliant quote)

Love to Know Crafts.com interviews Janice Taylor, Weight Loss Artist. - Religion and Spirituality.com features Janice Taylor as the Patron Saint of Permanent Fat Removal!

For other news on Janice and reviews of Our Lady of Weight Loss from the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Sun-Times and many more national publications click here! 

If Janice can, YOU can! Check out her before and after photos!

KITT Club approved gifts for the (other) senses!
pre-HolidaZe GlaZe

Holidaze Glaze ... Join with me on an uncharacteristically early and organized shopping excursion.  Let's get our Holidaze Glaze in order early.  Perhaps, we'll be able to alleviate post-holiday-shopping stress syndrome this year.  PHSSS. 

This week's featured HolidaZe GlaZe picks are . . . . Sushi Pillows! Yup, you heard me right.  Order the Bento Box Bargain (order any 4 pillows and get shipping free!) - and for those who travel or know people who travel, check out Nozin Nasal Sanitizer for your flight.  There's lots of other cool stuff on www.flight001.com.

KITT Club approved!

You don't have to scream! Just call Janice.
Does Your Weight Loss Chart Look Like An EKG?

You know how to lose weight  ... and  ... find it.  How about permanent fat removal?  Have you 'yo'ed' your last 'yo'?

Janice Taylor is a Coach/Certified Hypnotist (specializing in weight loss, self-esteem and happiness). Contact Janice for a FREE consultation and ask about her 4-week program! 

Janice's wise words and insightful perceptions helped to keep me focused as I learned to integrate the changes (and challenges) I have taken on in my new way of eating.  With her support, I no longer live in fear of everything spiraling out of control. To date, I have permanently removed 22 lbs. (20 more to go), and I am feeling so much more grounded and centered in my life. I know I will make it! ~ S.A.

Janice's honesty, compassion, professionalism and sincerity to help came through in each phone session. Her coaching skills are tremendously effective in all areas:  weight loss, relationships, career - LIFE!  I learned much more about myself than I expected; specifically, the root cause of my anxiety (which was causing me to overeat). ~ Heather D.B.

The insightful nature of what Janice was able to glean from me and reflect back to me was so much more than any of my many other attempts with counseling and group work.  I am filled with hope and peace each day, as I watch my body catch up to my spirit.   ~ KF

Working with Janice changed everything for me.  A total shift that encompassed so much more than weight loss.  She is an amazing life-coach. Intuitive, insightful and non-judgmental. ~ TZ

Since I began reading Our Lady of Weight Loss (the book) and working with Janice as my coach, I have lost 12 pounds! This feels so very positive. Janice's advice, support and insights have been and will continue to be an enormous help to me, in many, many ways. ~ SB  

Time to contact Janice Taylor, Weight Loss Coach

Do the Burn 'n Shop Till You Drop!
Shop Till You Drop

Shopping often lifts people's spirits, creates a happy buzz, makes one feel lighter - does it not?

Most popular items:

The Ten Commandments of Permanent Fat Removal! Featured on Good Morning America!  A must for you and your friends. 

Printed matter from Our Lady of Weight Loss, a heavenly line of Pious Postcards, Glorious Greeting Cards and more.

Our Lady of Weight Loss: Miraculous and Motivational Musings from the Patron Saint of Permanent Fat Removal (Viking Studio/Penguin Group). 
Scrumptious and satisfying ... New York Times
More satisfying than a bag of Cool Ranch Doritos ... Chicago Sun Times
Available on amazon.com and your local bookstore!  Guaranteed to lighten!

Mugs, bags and pillows available at Our Lady's Cafepress shop!

Do the spend and burn! Yup, shopping burns calories!

E-CARDS - a gift from Our Lady of Weight Loss to you! Inspire, motivate and share with your friends and family.
E-Cards

Our Lady of Weight Loss has a special gift for you!

FREE E-cards.  They're fabulous, fun and delicious.
Send to your friends and family!

Enjoy!



Dear OLofWL ~ I sent an e-card to someone I thought was so deserving, someone who needs to get off her back and like the rest of her body.  I sent one to me! Thanks. ~ E.

 

E-cards - spirited and inspiring. Spread the word (NOT the icing!).

KITT Club Chapters

KITT Club Chapter KITS Available ... FREE 

Gather your family, friends, work buddies and start your own chapter. Swap (low fat, low cal, healthy - please) righteous recipes. Or - chew the fat, dish the dirt, confess your weighty sins (and then move on). That's right! Meet weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Meet in-person or virtually. There are no rules. Well maybe one ... that you take the Kick in the Tush Club Oath and smile when doing so! Want more info?

Start your own Kick in the Tush Club Chapter.