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The Life of a Weight Loss Artist: THE BLOG
The ups and downs, the trials and tribulations of Janice Taylor's personal, irreverent and revealing life.
You'll laugh; you'll cry. Worth the click!
This week:  Is it so much to ask to have the fre*#)in’. . . .
and You were seen going to Burger King!  Busted.  (yes, YOU)
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Having an appetite is a good thing; even thin people have appetites and they pay attention to their appetites, don't they?

In the past, you’ve paid attention to only half the signal from your appetite.  The “I’m hungry.  Feed me.” part.  That’s the part of the signal that tells you to eat. (Nothing wrong with your hearing on that one!)

When that feeling of hunger first starts to disappear, your appetite says, “I’m satisfied.”  It’s important that you pay attention to that piece of your friend’s advice. Did you note that I said when that feeling of hunger FIRST starts to disappear!?  That's right. You want to stop eating long before you are full.  The chances are that once you hit full, you have probably grossly overeaten and remorse is right around the corner.

(Personal Confession:  Before Our Lady of Weight Loss entered my life and introduced me to my friend, Appetite, I would eat until I couldn’t breathe. Gross, indeed!  And dangerous, too!!)

Now pay attention. You don’t want to feel full; you do want to feel satisfied.  Your appetite is your friend.  Your appetite tells you when you are hungry and when you are satisfied.  Listen to your appetite.

Your eating is no longer driven by emotions.  Now that you have met your friend, Appetite, you can be in close contact with her as she guides you to ‘satisfied.’ 

Dear OLofWL ~ Sometimes it only takes one time to learn a lesson, but for others it seems it takes more than once. God keeps giving me this one, because I don’t seem to catch on.
 
Even though I know better, I gravitate to any new tool or toy that comes on the market in my quest to lose 30 pounds. Most recently, Alli (Orlistat) came on the market. It is a FDA approved over-the-counter weight loss aid. The Orlistat reduces the absorption of fat in the foods that you eat. Sounds peachy. It does come with very sophisticated materials and good advice about gradual weight loss. I thought it would be a great addition to my Weight Watchers plan and exercise regime.
 
My experience with this aid has been awful. Yes, you will lose weight , but Orlistat gives you loose bowels, horrific gas and an oily discharge. They call these symptoms “Treatment Effects.” I was afraid to leave the house lest I get caught out without a bathroom. By the third day I stopped taking Orlistat because I was afraid to eat. (Another way to lose weight? Is that what they intended?) For the past two evenings right around 7 p.m., I get lightheaded and shaky and crave sugary foods.
 
A few days later, I am still feeling the effects of Orlistat. I am dehydrated, headachy and still need to know that there is a bathroom wherever I go. This stuff is not cheap $67.00 for 150 capsules. You are supposed to take 3 a day. Might as well set up a cot in the bathroom. So lesson learned the hard way! Again! ~ Gretchen

Dear Gretchen ~ I totally understand the pull towards the elusive magic bullet.  Alas, there is none.  Permanent Fat Removal is a reduction sauce of self love.  It's about setting your heart and your mind so that they beat in unison (mind set & heart set - oh, I like that!). I'm bettin' you finally learned your lesson, and hopefully, others will follow your lead! Thanks for your candid account of your oily ordeal. ~ OLofWL

What's your creative act of weight loss (CAWL)?  Write me!

A CREATIVE WRITING OPPORTUNITY that pays!!! woo hoo! - Boomer Women Speak JUNE-JULY Writing Contest - A Lesson I've Learned 

Deadline: July 31, 2007  / Entry Fee: NONE - Great prizes

PRIZES: The winner's story is placed in the Our Voices section at Boomer Women Speak, and they will receive the following:

A Lesson I've Learned  - We've all had them. Those “life lessons” that make us stop and think and possibly see the world, our environment, or even ourselves in a different light; the lessons we'll never forget. Some call them “Aha” moments.

Who was your mentor? Was it a teacher, a parent, or your best friend who helped to open your eyes and heart to learn? Maybe even a boyfriend? Or was it man's best friend; a pet? No matter who taught you, or how you learned, we all agree that over time, they are truly unforgettable. What is that one particular lesson that stands out in your mind? Did it change the course of your life, or maybe it wasn't life-altering, but it helped to shape the person you are today?Whatever you lesson, send us your story by entering our contest and win prizes!

Guidelines at this link:  Creative Writing Contest

Check out photos from the Kripalu Yoga and Health workshop.  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

My photo from the NW Women's Show.  Me and Bob Greene, Oprah's trainer.  Woo HOO.  and photos from Holly V's private part; The Crossings 'playShop.'  We had a blast and everyone left motivated and happy.  And from the St. Lucia Book Club's gathering.  tapeMeasures bracelets abound.  Thanks all!

"When I called on Janice, I had been stuck at the same weight for close to three months. During the 4 weeks that I worked with Janice, I lost 7 pounds and since then, have been much better adhering to my weight loss plan. Things make sense again. It was a gift to myself speaking to Janice and I recommend her coaching to anyone who wants more support and guidance and help." ~ Rosemary R., Greenwich Village

"Janice Taylor has been a truly inspirational weight loss coach. Through her creative insight I have found my "artists' soul", making the journey to my new lifestyle fulfilling and utterly satisfying. And I permanently removed over 40 pounds of excess weight! " L~ Brooklyn. NY

"Janice has 'been there' and knows the struggle. She offers practical suggestions and inspirational guidance. Her sense of humor and high spiritedness put me at east and helped to make weight loss fun!" - Felice, PA.