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GREAT article every woman should read

2011-11-18T11:38:00.001-05:00

A client of mine sent me this article recently. If you are a woman you NEED to read this and please share this with as many women as possible. I posted this on my Facebook page and the feedback has been wonderful so wanted to be sure to share it here too. You can share it through Facebook too. If you're not already following me on facebook, please feel free to go to http://www.facebook.com/roslynfrankenfanpage and join by clicking on the LIKE button.

Here's a link to this fantastic article.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1210814/Lizzie-Millers-Glamour-magazine-shoot-How-models-picture-shook-world-flabby-tummy-all.html

Be sure to send me your comments here on my Blog or on Facebook.

Wishing you continued health & happiness always.

Roslyn

Winning Ways to Beat Holiday Stress

2011-11-08T11:56:00.000-05:00

The holiday season may be the most festive time of year,
but with the longer check-out lines and extended To-Do lists,
we spend more time fighting stress than spreading cheer.

We get so caught up creating the perfect holiday
Hunting the malls for the perfect gifts, preparing the perfect feasts
Eager to meet the grandiose visions of what the perfect holiday should be

Maybe the grandiose visions are not as realistic as they once used to be
Maybe by simplifying, you’ll be less stressed and fatigued
But what can you do about all the stress you ask
Let’s look at the warning signs and put you to task

The cultural expectations start weighing you down
You eat too much, drink too much and start losing enthusiasm
Your head starts to hurt, your muscles are tense,
Balancing work, family and holiday obligations is getting way too intense

So my advice is slow down and take a step back
Stop trying to be so darn perfect and believing it’s all up to you
Sit down with your family weeks in advance
and say "hey, let’s decide what we each will do"

YES, you can delegate cooking or shopping to others
You can encourage families to host pot luck dinners
Plan ahead, simplify and focus on what’s truly important
And you and your family will all come out holiday winners

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FREE Tele-Class: Get Fit, Fun & Fabulous this Fall, Aug29th at 8:00pm EST

2011-08-27T18:07:00.000-04:00

Summer is slowly coming to a close and the holiday eating season isn't far away with Halloween candy, Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas parties and New Year's eve. So learning how to get fit, fun & fabulous this Fall is a conversation we need to have now. Imagine if you can get fit, fun & fabulous this Fall and not find yourself crying the post holiday weight gain blues... again! Wouldn't that be great?

Join me for a FREE teleclass on Monday, August 29th at 8:00pm EST and I'll help you find the solutions that will work for you.

Click HERE for call-in number and access code to get on the call.

Looking forward to seeing you there and be sure to invite your friends!

http://www.roslynfranken.com

FREE Teleseminar for Authors who want to Speak

2011-07-31T16:26:00.001-04:00

What does this have to do with your health, weight & lifestyle success? Well, if you're an author or working on it and you want to go from the page to the stage to share your amazing stories, then what is stopping you? Perhaps you suffer from stagefright.

No problem. I'm interviewing Steve Lowell, Master Speaker, on my upcoming How to Thrive After 35 Teleseminar and Radio show. Steve is going to share some incredible tips and tricks for FREE on how to go from stagefright to spotlight, so don't miss this chance to grab up some great information and powerful inspiration. And of course, I'll be adding my two cents on how your health, weight & lifestyle success has everything to do with being a successful author and speaker as the presentation skills themselves.

WHEN: Wed. Aug3rd, 2011, 7:00pm EST

Click HERE for full details and to register now.

5 Tips for a Healthy Holiday Weekend

2011-07-01T15:59:00.000-04:00

Holiday weekends often mean family and friends coming together to eat, drink and be merry surrounded by the sizzling sounds of meat, chicken and fish on the grill, potato and pasta salads and who could forget good old corn on the cob and plenty of beer, wine and coolers to go around. But as one of my weight loss coaching clients recently asked me, “How can I enjoy a holiday weekend celebration and still manage to stay healthy and control my weight?” Let’s look at how you can make your celebrations work for your health and weight without feeling either hungry or deprived.

Here are five tips to consider for your holiday weekend celebrations:

1. Watch out for beer, wine, coolers and other alcoholic beverages. Alcohol is not only high in calories it also impairs your judgment which can lead to making poor food choices or overeating. This doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a drink with your meal. What it does mean is that if you’re used to having a few beers and/or a few glasses of wine, try having one half to two thirds of what you would normally have. By slowly cutting back on the quantities or replacing it with a non-alcoholic low calorie beverage, you’ll be saving yourself lots of extra calories and yet you won’t feel totally deprived. Peer pressure can become an issue when drinking alcohol is what is expected by your peer group. Be strong. They will have to adjust to your new habits as well.

2. Choose fatty cuts of meat and smoked or cured meats like bacon, bologna, hot dogs, ham, corned beef, luncheon meats, and sausage in VERY limited quantities on a VERY limited basis. The reason you want to be careful when choosing these foods is because they are generally high in saturated fat, salt and calories all of which DO NOT contribute to good health and effective weight control. You’d be much better off to choose leaner cuts of meat, chicken, turkey or fish instead and avoid highly salted foods where possible. If you just can’t give up that juicy hotdog or sausage, then treat yourself, but have half of what you normally would. That will still be a success.

3. Watch out for refined grains including white bread, white rice and white pasta. Choose whole wheat alternatives wherever possible to get the added fiber which helps to make you feel fuller. If you’re not sure what the host is going to be serving, then bring your own whole wheat hamburger buns and offer to bring a green salad or a vegetable or fruit tray so you’re guaranteed to have at least a few healthy low calorie choices that you can fill up on and help offset your higher calorie choices.

4. Stay clear of items with creamy salad dressings, mayonnaise, and butter that are high in fat content. If you can’t avoid them completely, eat them in half or less than half the amounts you would normally eat. This will help to save extra calories as well. Remember, this also includes all the creamy potato and pasta salads commonly found at most barbecues.

5. Avoid foods high in salt such as most cheese spreads and cheeses, salty chips, nuts, and pretzels. If you can’t resist then be sure to not position yourself near the food tables. Sometimes the best strategy is to just walk away.

It may seem like there’s lots to think about when all you really want to do is just eat and enjoy. However, making healthy choices does take some work on your part, but is your health and self-esteem not worth the effort? Follow these tips as listed above and with each healthy choice you make you will be one step closer to better health and a slimmer you.

Roslyn Franken is a proud cancer survivor and acclaimed author of The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living and Death Can Wait: Stories from Cancer Survivors. She is a motivational speaker and host of the How to Thrive after 35 internet radio show. Roslyn also offers weight loss coaching by telephone and email conveniently accessible world-wide. For more information, send email to info@roslynfranken.com or visit www.roslynfranken.com.

2011-06-29T11:23:00.000-04:00

If you or a loved one ever faces a medical crises, there are certain things you need to know to ensure that you are an empowered patient. Your life may depend on it.

Join me tomorrow night, Thursday, June 30th at 8:00pm EST
for my How to Thrive After 35 FREE Teleseminar Series featuring special guest Ken Farbstein, author of Getting Your Best Health Care: Real-World Stories for Patient Empowerment.

What you'll learn on the call (via stories, not lists of to-do's):
1. Specific tips for staying safe during medical crises.
2. A general mindset of being an empowered patient.
3. Some ways to partner with your doctors and nurses.
Thursday, June 30th at 8:00pm EST.

REGISTER HERE.
If you can't make the call, register anyways and we'll let you know when the recording becomes available.

Surprising healthy BBQ tip in time for Father’s Day

2011-06-18T07:22:00.000-04:00

Thinking of doing the big BBQ cookout for Father’s Day this weekend? I started browsing the net for some great healthy hints to share and this one may surprise you. Be sure to check out the whole article from delish.com.

A hamburger doesn’t have to be oversized or loaded with fatty toppings to be a good burger. You may think that the easiest way to lighten a beef burger is to just switch to ground turkey, but that isn’t always true. Not all ground turkey is as light as you may believe ? make sure you’re purchasing ground turkey breast (versus “ground turkey” that may also include the darker meat and skin). Regular ground turkey has more fat and calories than 93% lean ground beef. So if you prefer beef, choose the extra-lean ground beef or ground sirloin and top with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and reduced-fat cheese…

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HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!

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2011-05-02T22:07:00.000-04:00

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Some Sweet Hints for a Healthy Easter

2011-04-23T14:08:00.000-04:00

With Easter comes the traditional abundance of sweet treats such as hot cross buns, chocolate Easter eggs, chocolate Easter bunnies, oh and did I mention chocolate?? This makes it hard not to over-indulge, especially if you struggle with food or weight issues or simply want to maintain a healthy lifestyle. So how can you avoid these challenges? Here are a few sweet hints for a healthy Easter.

Keep holiday treats out of sight: If you struggle with food or weight issues, it's likely that you find it difficult to resist food when it is in front of you, especially when it comes to sweets. By leaving bowls of candy or bags of chocolate eggs or bunnies or hot cross buns on the kitchen counters, coffee tables or anywhere else where it is in plain view, you are putting yourself in what I call a "dangerous food situation". If you see it, you will be more likely to eat it then if it is out of sight.

Don’t let the office sweets control you: The workplace poses challenges for those facing food or weight issues with people bringing in their treats to the office. Sometimes there is a specific treat table set up just for this reason or people leave the treats openly visible on their desks. If you know you will have to pass by the treat table or talk to someone with treats on their desk, pop a sugarless candy in your mouth beforehand. If your mouth is already filled and busy with the sweet candy, you will be more conscious of putting anything else in your mouth and be less likely to reach for the treats mindlessly.

Avoid being over-hungry: Whether you’re entertaining or a guest, be sure to eat regular meals throughout the day so that you’re not a bottomless pit by the time the meal or treats are served. Arriving over-hungry is again a "dangerous food situation". Instead, have a small healthy snack and some water to partially fill your stomach before the main meal so that you are less likely to over-indulge on both the meal and the sweets.

Minimize stress: As Easter is a time for family gatherings, you may be susceptible to undue stress with the typical high expectations of how the family gathering “should” go. You may believe that everyone “should” get along and everything “should” go perfectly from the perfectly cooked ham or lamb to the perfectly behaved children. However, expectations don’t always meet reality. Let go of your need for perfection as this will only create unwanted stress. When you’re overstressed, you will be more likely to turn to food for comfort and over-indulge in too much of the less healthy choices.

By avoiding these dangerous food situations and minimizing your stress, you will be able to enjoy a sweet but much healthier Easter with far less of the sweets and other over-indulgences than you would normally experience. Happy holidays!

New tele-coaching program for Healthy Weight Loss and Stress Resilience

2011-03-05T22:29:00.000-05:00

As a cancer survivor who has also overcome my own food, weight and lifestyle obstacles, it is now my passion to help others struggling to let go of their unwanted pounds and self-imposed stress. If this sounds like what you're looking for, then let me help you lighten up to a healthier, happier YOU!

Over the years I have helped a multitude of people through my weight loss coaching program using the principles in my internationally acclaimed book, The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living.

What I discovered time and time again is the strong link between stress management and weight management. And even for those who don't struggle with physical weight issues, their ability to cope with the stresses of daily life has a direct impact on their eating and other lifestyle habits that influence their levels of health and wellness.

As such, I have re-designed my weight loss program which I now offer as a 12-week Group Coaching program all done by telephone and internet making it accessible regardless of one's location. On March 12th, I am also launching my new Stress Resilience Coaching program to help people build their stress management abilities for increased health and wellness.

If you're serious about eating healthy, managing your weight or building your stress resilience for a healthier and happier life, then I invite you to learn more about my unique tele-coaching programs which may be exactly what you've been looking for.

Next programs starting soon. Register now and SAVE.

Visit http://www.roslynfranken.com for full details and be sure to sign up for my FREE Healthy Hints Newsletter while you're visiting.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me directly at 613-843-0155 or 1-877-852-5852. I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Don't Let Your 'Not Now' Become Your 'Never'

2011-01-14T09:20:00.000-05:00

Martin Luther said, "How soon 'not now' becomes 'never'"

How true is this quote? For example, how many times do you think about doing a workout and you say 'not now' or you'll do it 'later' and then it 'never' happens?

This kind of 'not now' attitude can be paralyzing. We have the best of desires and intentions but due to our own either fears, laziness or mixed up priorities, we just never seem to get ahead and reach our goals.

Watch this video below where you'll find some questions to think about and 5 Steps to help you break free from your 'Not Now' attitude. If you have questions and/or would like to share your answers with me, send me an email at info@roslynfranken.com.

OR Click HERE for full article.

Roslyn helps people live healthier, happier lives using the 9 healthy living principles shared in her ground breaking book, The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living. She offers tele-coaching and support programs for healthy eating, weight loss and stress management. For more information, a FREE Subscription to Roslyn's Healthy Hints Newsletter and a FREE Readiness Assessment, visit http://www.roslynfranken.com. To purchase Roslyn's book, go to http://roslynfranken.com/thealistorder.htm - available in paperback, audio and eBook format.

Roslyn's 2-minute Healthy Hints for a Stress Free Holiday Season

2010-12-03T16:00:00.000-05:00

Roslyn's Healthy Hints for a Stress Free Holiday Season

It’s the start of December and the holiday season buzz is already starting. Office parties are nearing, decorations will soon go up, and the flurry of holiday advertising on radio, television, newspapers and in flyers, malls and shops will soon be upon us. It is a magical time of year with all its festive tradition, however, with all the hustle and bustle it is also a season when many people find themselves overwhelmed, overstressed and overtired.

On top of your regular daily responsibilities, you must now start thinking about gift buying, planning family gatherings, deciding on holiday dinner menus and getting your holiday baking done. This all takes time and energy, which for most of us are two very precious commodities nowadays.

If not managed properly, you could create the type of stress and anxiety that could easily lead to comfort eating and associated weight gain and depressive mindset. With all the extra socializing, holiday treats and alcohol readily available, it can be even more difficult to eat properly especially if you’re overstressed and overtired. Let’s look at some key ways to minimize your stress levels for a healthy holiday season.

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Are you ready for change?

2010-10-30T20:07:00.000-04:00

You would think that change is a four letter word the way that so many people avoid it all costs, especially when it comes to changing their habits. As a Healthy Living and Weight Loss coach, one of the biggest challenges I face is to help people understand that Change can actually be their best friend if they would just learn to embrace it rather than resist it. I learned this hard lesson many times over through the many adversities and painful losses I have had to face in my life that forced me into change. The first example that comes to mind was when I was diagnosed with cancer at age 29. I had to change many of my habits in how I thought, how I talked to myself and how I dealt with the people and events that caused me stress and anxiety. I knew that negative stress and anxiety would only steal away the positive healing energy that I needed to fight my fight and beat my cancer. I discovered so many attitudes that caused me what I call "self-inflicted" stress. Working through these attitudes later helped me in my weight loss journey as well and I am proud to say that I have not only lost the excess weight that had once weighed me down physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually, but I have now kept that weight off for over six years.

Changing my thinking, changing my attitudes and changing my behaviours has truly changed my body and my life. I now help others do the same and could not think of a more rewarding way to make a living and live out my purpose on this planet. I would not be where I am right now if I did not open up my arms to the universe and say "Change, I am going to take you on regardless of my fears and self-doubts."

If you want to change your health, change your body, change your thinking and change your life, and enjoy the better quality of life you so desire and deserve, you can do it. It is not a question of whether you CAN do it or not, it is merely a question of whether or not you CHOOSE to do it. The question is how important is it to you and what are you prepared to do about it?

If one of the areas you want to change in your life is to eat healthy and control your weight, then I invite you to take my FREE Readiness Assessment today and find out how ready you are for change.

What do YOU want to change in YOUR life? Drop me a line at roslyn@roslynfranken.com. I'd love to hear from you.

Tired of letting your weight get you down?

2010-10-18T09:22:00.000-04:00

Then how about getting your weight down instead? Consider this...

Which of the following statements ring true for you?

I’m unhappy with my weight and physical appearance and want to lose weight and get in shape.
I’m tired of feeling tired and want to have more energy.
I don’t eat properly or exercise regularly and want to improve my overall health and well-being.
I am self-conscious in my appearance and want to have greater self-confidence.
I'm afraid of developing weight-related health risks such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, high cholesterol, some forms of cancer and more and want to do something about it
I've been on all kinds of diets in the past only to lose the weight and gain it all back and I'm now looking for a realistic and sustainable solution.
My doctor told me that I need to lose weight and I know I need to do something about it

If one or more of the above statements rings true for you, then imagine if you could hear the following statements inside your head instead...

I am in control of my weight and am in better shape than ever.
I have lots of energy and am doing things now that I never dreamed possible.
I am in good overall health and have a renewed sense of well-being.
I have an easier time finding clothes that fit properly and enjoy clothes shopping again.
I am confident in my appearance and in my inner self.
I am taking proper self-care measures to minimize my diet, weight and lifestyle related health risks.
I know that what I'm doing to eat better, feel better and live better is something I can realistically do for the rest of my life.
My doctor is pleased with the direction my health is going!

The good news is you absolutely CAN turn your health and weight around for a healthier and happier life, not just according to the number on the scale, but in terms of how much lighter you can ultimately feel about your food, your body and your inner self.

I have not only turned my own health, weight, body and mindset around for greater health and happiness, but I have helped thousands of others do the same. The A List Weight Loss program I offer is unlike any other program that I am aware of especially given that it is facilitated by me personally, someone who has been there and understands your pain and challenges and what it takes to not only lose the weight but also keep it off!

If you're looking to make positive changes to how you look and feel for greater health and happiness, then it all starts with a decision and your readiness to do what it takes to make it happen. With Halloween and the holiday season fast approaching, NOW is the time to take action so that you don't find yourself starting another New Year feeling weighed down physically, mentally and emotionally by the dreaded post-holiday weight gain blues.

The question is...

Are YOU ready to take control of your health and weight for a life of greater health and happiness?

Find out now by taking The A List Online Readiness Assessment today with no cost to you except for just an investment of a few minutes of your time. Now available at:

http://www.roslynfranken.com/assessmentrequest.htm

Listen to Roslyn LIVE tonight on Let's Talk About it Radio

2010-08-11T12:55:00.000-04:00

Young Adult Cancer Survivors from across the world are filling the air waves with hope and inspiration. Hosted by fellow young adult cancer survivor Darren Neuberger - this show gives survivors an opportunity to the world know who they are. They share with us all stories of their lives pre-cancer, during or in treatment and how they are living their lives today.

Listen live at
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/letstalkaboutitcancersurvivorbook

Getting back to Blogging

2010-08-11T11:26:00.003-04:00

It sure has been a busy last few months and keeping up with my Blog posts has been a bit of a challenge. So much great stuff going on and it's time I share with you and bring you up to date.

Here are just some of the wonderful things happening lately that I'm excited to share with you.

In June I launched The A List Group Weight Loss Program. I have an outstanding group of 8 women who I am leading through a powerful process of self-discovery. They are not just losing weight physically, but truly reprogramming their relationship with food, their bodies, their mindsets and their inner self. I feel so very privileged to be part of their journey.

****** I still have a few spots open for my next Group Weight Loss Program starting on August 31st, so if you're looking to eat better, control your weight, improve your life and feel great, come on and join the group. I've got an unbelievable special offer now, so make sure you check it out at http://www.thealistweightlossprogram.com.

In June I also launched my new radio show on Motivational Radio. My show is called Wellness Wisdom and it is LIVE every Friday night from 8:00 to 9:00pm. Last show I had over 500,000 listeners worldwide... absolutely phenomenal! Listen live at http://www.motivational-radio.com. I am also posting recordings of past shows on my website at http://www.roslynfranken.com/events.htm. That is the page where the links currently reside.

These are just some of the exciting things happening. What exciting things are happening for you these last few months? I'd love to hear about some recent successes and achievements in your life.

2010-06-03T20:51:00.002-04:00

Did you know that weekends are typically the most challenging and dangerous time for controlling your weight? That was certainly the truth for me when I was struggling with my eating, weight and lifestyle habits. Want to learn how I overcame it? Then, I invite you to check out my latest ezine artice, Hints for Weekend Weight Management Success.

My next Group Weight Loss program is starting June 14th. For more information and to sign up now, click HERE.

Turn your Weight Loss Promise into Reality

2010-05-02T11:08:00.006-04:00

On May 4th, Matthew Cossolotto is launching 'Make A Promise Day' - the only holiday dedicated to personal empowerment and goal achievement. I recently interviewed Matthew on my radio show, How To Thrive After 35 Talk Radio, in order to share him, his story and 'Make A Promise Day' with my listeners. I invite you to listen to this inspiring interview at http://www.howtothriveafter35talkradio.com/.

After the interview I started thinking about how relevant 'Make A Promise Day' is for those struggling to lose weight, get in shape and feel better about themselves. I know what that struggle is like, because I've been there. For any of you who have been known to jump from diet to diet only to lose the weight and then gain it all back again, the problem is that somewhere along the line you lose sight of your focus, motivation and commitment. Something throws you off track and next thing you know you're right back into your old habits.

What I learned in my weight loss journey was that all the jumping from diet to diet, searching for that magic solution that would give me the fastest and easiest results, was nothing more than a waste of time and money. What promised to be fast and easy was really only slower and harder over the course of time.

If you're stuck in trying those Quick Fix solutions without getting the lasting results you so desire, then why not break the cycle like I did? What is the first step?

The first step is to make a promise.

HOW TO MAKE A PROMISE

Typically when we want to lose weight, get in shape and improve our lifestyle, we set very rigid goals and deadlines. I hear people say things like "I want to lose 50 lbs by my 50th birthday" or "I want to fit into a size 6 dress by my wedding day." The problem with setting rigid goals and deadlines like these is that they are often unrealistic and unforgiving.

As Matthew said in my interview with him, there is a difference between setting goals and making a promise. He said that with goals, "there is no emotional attachment" the same way as when you make a promise. He reminded me of what my mother always used to say, "A promise is a promise." What she meant is that when you make a promise to someone, you have to follow through. If you do not follow through on your promise, you are compromising your own integrity and trust with that person. Just think of a time when someone made a promise to you and did not follow through. How did it make you feel about that person? Next time they promise to do something for you, will you believe in them? So just imagine what this means when you make a promise to yourself.

In order to make a promise to yourself and honour that promise, especially when it it to lose weight, get in shape and feel better about yourself, you really need to put some thought into it. You need to look at HOW you're making that promise.

Here are some PROMISE MAKING CRITERIA to consider:

Ask yourself WHY you are making this promise?
What outcomes are you hoping to achieve?
Who else is this going to impact? For example, if you are taking better care of yourself and feeling better, then it can have a direct impact on your partner and children. When you feel better about yourself, you are in a better position to have healthier relationships with others.
When you think of who else this is going to impact, you could also make a promise directly to them so you are held accountable. You can explain to them exactly what you need from them that will help you the most. You may need to teach them what kind of support you need and how they can best supply it.
Do I have enough time to to do what I'm promising? For example, if you promise to cook healthier meals from scratch daily and go to the gym 5 times a week, is this realistic? If not, then you'll have to look at what changes you need to make in your daily activities in order to fulfill this promise. You may need to delegate certain activities, or look at how you are prioritizing your time in order to have more time for better self-care. Before you make promises to yourself or others, look at what needs to happen in order to keep your promise and be sure you are prepared to make those changes. If not, then don't make a promise you can't keep. Remember that your integrity and trust within yourself is as important as the integrity and trust you show to others.
Is the desired outcome important enough to me at this time to make this promise? If you're not fully committed to your promise and your heart is not fully in it, then maybe it's not the right time to make that promise. If you're going to make the promise, be sure it is important enough to you that you will honour it.
Do I have everything I need to fulfill my promise? Do I already have all the knowledge and expertise I require? Or, do I need to reach out for additional help and support? It is important to be fully honest with yourself. If you have made similar promises in the past and were unable to fulfill them on your own, remember that there is no shame in asking for help.

May 4th is 'Make A Promise Day'. I encourage you to learn more at http://www.makeapromiseday.com/ and start thinking of what promises you can make to yourself to take better care of your health, weight and well-being. Remember to ask yourself the questions above and really reflect on your Promise and what it means to you BEFORE you make it.

As a cancer survivor who has also overcome my own struggles with food, weight and lifestyle obstacles, I have helped many others overcome their similar health and life challenges. If you think you can benefit from additional help and support in overcoming your weight, health and lifestyle challenges, then I invite you to learn more about my A List Weight Loss Programs by going to http://www.roslynfranken.com/.

For my interview with 'Make A Promise Day' founder, Matthew Cossolotto, go to http://www.howtothriveafter35talkradio.com/

Can Verbal Abuse Affect your Weight?

2010-03-17T18:27:00.009-04:00

I recently interviewed a very special guest on my radio show, How to Thrive After 35 Talk Radio. Her name is Kim Roman Corle, expert on Verbal and Emotional abuse. Kim knows this subject all too well as she herself was married to a verbal abuser and went from a fairy tale wedding to a divorce that had her fleeing the house with kids and pets. Subsequently, she lost everything and had to start all over. From her experiences, Kim is now determined to help others manage themselves through difficult situations and learn how to take back their power, especially if they are in a verbally abusive relationship. If this topic is relevant for you or someone you know, then you really need to listen to this interview available online now at http://www.howtothriveafter35talkradio.com.

When I was listening back to the interview, something that struck me was that perhaps not all of us are victims of verbally abusive relationships with others. However, I do believe that there are many of us who are extremely verbally and emotionally abusive toward ourselves. I call this verbal and emotional SELF-ABUSE. From many of my weight loss coaching clients who I have helped over the years, this is truly a pattern I have seen over and over. If we talked to other people the ways we talk to ourselves, we may just be called Verbal Abusers. Do you ever listen to the way you beat up on yourself when you eat something that is not really healthy? Do you talk to yourself filled with guilt and shame when you overeat or overindulge in your favourite foods? If you are struggling in an unhealthy and abusive relationship with food or if you are overweight, then you need to listen to how you're talking to yourself. Are you being self-abusive, do you think? And what do you do to feel better? You eat more, right? Would you like it to stop? Do you want to know how much better your life could be if you could turn your abusive behaviours around toward food and your inner self?

That is what I learned to do. That is exactly how I gained control over my eating, weight and lifestyle habits. My passion is now to help people just like you to figure out how to do this for yourself. If you are overweight and think you can benefit from some help and support in changing your own verbal and emotional abuse habits toward yourself, then take one small step today and fill out my new Readiness Assessment online. It's totally FREE and only takes a few minutes of your time. If you are ready for some positive change in your life, you owe it to yourself to check it out at http://www.roslynfranken.com/assessmentrequest.htm. I don't normally use my Blog to promote myself in this way, but when I listened back to Kim and thought about how much we abuse ourselves, I couldn't help but Blog about my thoughts and encourage you to take this step.

If a 101 Year Old Woman Can Do This, Can YOU?

2010-02-28T21:14:00.004-05:00

I recently visited a Senior's community in Sun City, Florida. I have a friend who spends her winters there to escape the cold of the great white North. She took me on a tour of the Club House which included a visit to the gym. Well, I was astonished and amazed at the big poster up on the wall that featured photographs and bios of some of the oldest members of the gym who go there to do their daily workouts and physical activity.

The oldest member, get this, is 101 years old. This little old lady works out in the gym every day. She even had a face lift at age 85. Her secrets to healthy aging include a balanced diet, weight control, regular physical activity and a positive outlook on life. I then started looking at all the other photos and bios on the poster and they were all men and women over age 90 who work out regularly lifting weights and building their strength. How could you not be inspired? And they all had those same healthy aging factors in common. They all believed in balanced eating, healthy weight control, regular physical activity and a positive outlook. A few even added in things like fun and laughter.

It was extremely validating for me to see this because these are the same healthy living and healthy aging factors that I promote to my weight loss coaching clients and through my book, The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living. I'm telling you that to see these photos and to look around the gym and see all kinds of seniors on treadmills, lifting weights and looking fit and amazing not just for their own age, but for any age, I was in awe.

It just goes to show that you're never too old for healthy living and healthy aging. If they can do it, so can you. No matter what your starting point is, you can renew your own commitment to your own healthy aging starting TODAY. Start slow if you need to, but just start. I know that from what I saw, I am more motivated than ever to continue my own healthy eating and positive living practices.

Taming Your Tension Tiger

2010-02-17T10:31:00.004-05:00

A few weeks ago I went on a 4-night 5-day cruise from Tampa to Cozumel. It was my first cruise ever and definitely won't be my last. One of things that helped to make it my best vacation ever was that I purposely chose to leave my laptop at home. I knew that if I brought it with me I'd be at risk of spending more time working on my computer than necessary. My mission was to totally immerse myself into a world of fun, relaxation and letting go. I spend so much time on my computer for my work in my day-to-day routine, that taking a break from it can sometimes feel like a challenge. It's so much a part of me and what I do, but I decided that to practice what I preach I would need to let it go so that I could have this time to just "be" and tame my own tension tiger. What do I mean by this? How can you tame your own tension tiger? Keep reading.

When tension strikes, it can be like a tiger jumping on its prey. When your tension tiger is biting at you for prolonged periods of time, it can take a chunk out of you physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. This can leave you with headaches, digestive problems, a lowered immune system, sleeping disorders, heart problems, some forms of cancer and more. It can also lead to weight problems as you medicate your health issues with your favourite comfort foods that give you a sense of safety and protection.

I've learned through my own and others' experiences that to tame the tension tiger within, we need to learn to let go, have more fun, stop worrying about what others think of us, stretch ourselves beyond our self-imposed limitations and live life fully. It means releasing the weight of your fears and insecurities and just reaching for your dreams. It means feeling good about yourself and doing whatever you need to in order to feel better if you're not feeling that great about yourself to start with.

If your tension tiger is about to strike and sends you to your favourite foods for comfort, safety and protection, if it's causing you to lose sleep, experience stomach problems such as bloating or heartburn, skin problems or other stress-related health issues, or if it's causing you worry, anxiety, panic or depression, then you need to get out that whip and tame that tension tiger within you. You need to bite back, put it in its place and show her/him who's boss.

YOU are the boss of your inner tension tiger and you need to be in good shape to keep it where it belongs. This means improving your diet, incorporating regular physical activity into your routine, getting plenty of rest, staying hydrated and enjoying a more positive outlook toward yourself, others and the world around you. You have to make time for fun too!

I know we can't all go on cruises every day, but who says you need to go away? You can take time for yourself every day and go on a mental, emotional and spiritual cruise. Let go and create a space and time in your day where you can relax your body, calm your mind and soothe your soul without unhealthy foods or other unhealthy vices.

If you need help taming your inner tension tiger, then let me help you. For more information, contact me today at info@roslynfranken.com or call 1-877-852-5852.

Business Women Ignite to Be Their Best

2010-01-19T21:44:00.004-05:00

On January 15, 2010, I had the joy and honour of speaking to a group of vibrant and ambitious business women at the first BizWomen Ignite event in Tampa, Florida, an event organized by eWomen Network Managing Director, Karen Krymski. The event was a wonderful success. The day opened with Denise Oatley, a comedic hypnotist followed by 5 speakers in total including myself, Suzanne Caplan, Kim Duke, Marsha Friedman and Peggy McColl. Each speaker had a unique message to offer presented in a unique way. The energy in the room was positive, powerful and inspiring.

I want to congratulate Karen for doing such a great job in organizing the event, but also to all the attendees. As a business woman, attending events such as this one is truly a statement to yourself that you are worth the investment of your time, money and commitment not only for the benefit of your business, but for yourself on a personal level as well. I have learned that being an entrepreneur is an extension of yourself. To be both successful and truly fulfilled, you really need to know who you are, what you want and what you're prepared to do to make your dreams come true. These kinds of events offer so much more than just coming to listen to speakers. Events like this give you the opportunity to meet new people, network and learn from one another. When you take an interest in other people and what they have to offer, they may just reciprocate and want to know about you too. It really is a two way street. I'm a big believer in showing interest in others. I can't help it because I love listening to others, learning about them and how they got to where they are. I guess I'm just overly curious. I believe there is something you can learn from anyone you meet. At events like this, it is also helpful to meet like-minded people as you share so much in common just by virtue of being in business for yourself.

So for those who attended, I trust that you enjoyed the event as much as I did. I didn't just enjoy it from a speaker's perspective. I truly enjoyed the event as a participant as well. I met so many extraordinary women in all kinds of businesses who are eager, ambitious and going after their dreams. I wish every single one of you continued health, success and happiness and look forward to seeing you at other events.

What I Learned About Surviving and Thriving as a Child of Holocaust Survivors

2010-01-02T15:41:00.004-05:00

Today I had the honour of interviewing John Franken, an 87-year old Atomic Bomb Survivor and ex-Japanese Prisoner of War, for my radio show How to Thrive after 35 Talk Radio airing January 6, 2010. Notice he has the same last name as me? That’s because he is my dad. Despite the horrors he survived during the war, my dad manages to be one of the most joyful people you could ever meet. While my dad was busy surviving as a prison of war in Nagasaki, Japan, my mother was on the other side of the world busy surviving the concentration camps in Nazi Germany. My mother was one of the most courageous and inspiring women you could ever meet as well. The same fighting spirit that enabled her to survive the war came shining through again later in life as she fought her 21 year battle with cancer that finally came to an end in January 2004.

In interviewing my dad today, it reminded me of the pain, loss and suffering that both my parents endured. It reminded me not only of what a miracle it is that they both survived, but that the universe brought them together and that I am even here on this planet. It reminded me of all they taught me about surviving and thriving as a child of holocaust survivors.

As we bring in the New Year, it truly is a time to reflect on the miracles in our own lives in how blessed we truly are. If you have a roof over your head, if you live in a country where there is peace, if you have a fridge filled with food, a means of income, a clean bill of health and have love in your life, then you are already rich beyond words compared with many others in the world who can only dream of what we have.

We are a society who always wants “more”, yet we often fail to celebrate and appreciate what we already have. When I think of what my parents had to overcome, it makes me appreciate what I have very deeply. It helps me keep my own “whining” into perspective so that I snap out of it and get back on a positive track VERY quickly. They were both tremendous role models for me as I was growing up of what it means to both survive and thrive. Their strength and thriving attitudes gave me the strength and courage I needed when I was battling my cancer, going through divorce, job loss and all the other adversities I have faced. They were my inspiration, especially my mother as she understood first-hand what it meant to be a cancer patient going through treatment and never knowing if and when it would ever poke up it's ugly head again.

We "whine" when the price of gas goes up a few cents as if it is the end of the world or when we have to shovel snow off our driveway. This is not hardship, my friends. I truly believe that we have so much that we don’t even know what true suffering means. It is easy to lose perspective. It is easy to fall into the “whining” trap.

As you start your New Year, I invite you to take stock of all the amazing things you have in your life RIGHT NOW! I invite you to celebrate the good things and keep your “whining” to a minimum. If those around you start incessantly “whining” and you feel yourself spiraling downward with them, then either help them snap out of it, or disengage from them. Instead, surround yourself with people who are as uplifting as you are striving to be as well. Be a role model for others and maybe just maybe you will help uplift someone who may not have otherwise been able to do so.

I wish you all a very happy, healthy and uplifting 2010!

Listen to the interview with my dad on How to Thrive after 35 Talk Radio airing January 6, 2010. Go to http://www.roslynfranken.com/howtothriveafter35talkradio.htm

My personal perspective on the Law of Attraction and my Health

2009-12-17T14:08:00.004-05:00

A couple of days ago I had surgery on my right breast to remove what is called a Fibroadenoma. The experiences leading up to the surgery have caused me to question some beliefs I have around the Law of Attraction that I want to share with you. I invite you to read my story as follows.

It all started over a year ago when I went for a routine mammogram. They found something suspicious so I was immediately sent for an ultrasound and biopsy. Needless to say that with my previous cancer history, having survived Hodgkin's Disease 14 years ago, I was quite shaken up over the prospect of having to go down that path for a second time. I was told that I simply had a "complicated" cyst and it was "probably" nothing to worry about.

I did not tell any of my friends that I was going through this. I just didn't want to make a big deal of it and didn't want to attract any attention to it. My thinking was that if I talked about it, then by the virtue of the Law of Attraction, I would somehow attract a negative outcome. And so, I suffered quietly to myself, shedding the occasional tears of fear, and then picking myself up promptly and moving on, because that is just what I do. After all, I couldn't possibly allow myself to feel fear or any worry around it because the universe might catch me and by the Law of Attraction I would somehow automatically attract a negative outcome. And so, I just pushed my fear away and went about my normal life as best possible.

However, my doctor suggested that we check it again in six months time to make sure nothing had changed. So six months later I went for another mammogram and they saw that it had grown in size. I went for yet another ultrasound and biopsy surgery. Knowing that it had grown in size quite a bit was now raising up those feelings of fear again. Amazing how close at hand they can be. I told my doctor to please just take the sucker out. I did not want this thing in my body any longer especially if it can grow in size that quickly and who knew how else it could change?

As previously, I did not want my friends to know because I didn't want them to worry about me and then be calling to check in on me which would mean I'd have to explain things and be dwelling on it when I just didn't want to have to think about it. If I allowed myself to think about it then once again the Law of Attraction might get me, right?

So what does all this mean? I know that according to the Law of Attrraction (and if you aren't familiar with this term, then I invite you to watch the movie or read the book called, "The Secret")we attract EVERYTHING that happens to us in our lives from the people who show up on our path to the situations we find ourselves in and the events that seemingly just happen to us, such as our illnesses, diseases or other health issues. I believe this to be true and live by it, but yet to think that we attract our own illness, I still have some battles with. This means that we then blame ourselves for everything that happens and live in fear and worry for every thought or feeling we have that may not be 100% positive or happy in a given moment. I believe that the universe is not only working by the Law of Attraction. There are other Laws and Forces at work simultaneously. By not sharing what I was going through and living in my private fear and inner conflict over allowing myself to even have these feelings let alone share them, I believe that the fear and inner conflict itself of sharing with others could do as much damage to my health as the health condition itself.

I believe that we need to live in a way that allows us to minimize fear and other forms of negative stress as much as possible. From what I've seen, the Law of Attraction has in many cases caused people much stress when things don't happen the way they think they "should". I believe in positive thinking , but I also believe that it is not only okay, but also necessary to acknowledge and honour your true feelings about a difficult situation and that it is perfectly okay to allow yourself to feel those feelings, own them and also share them and communicate them so that you can gain comfort from the love and support of others who care about you. This way you can work through the feelings, accept them and then allow yourself to rise above them through the ultimate release of them. This is much healthier than denying your true feelings and pretending that everything is perfectly fine when you know in your deepest truth that it is not okay. Living in denial of your truest feelings does not serve anyone, especially yourself.

So, yes, the Law of Attraction is always at work, but it doesn't mean that you should live in fear, shame or self-blame when things happen in ways that you do not wish for or expect.

I am glad that I did choose to share with others about my surgery two days ago. I got calls and emails from all over wishing me love and sending me positive energy and prayers. I thank you all for your love and support and hope that this Blog Post will have some meaning for anyone reading this who is perhaps facing health issues or a difficult time.

5 Ways to Boost Your Own Immune System

2009-11-24T14:11:00.000-05:00

With clouds of the H1N1 flu hovering over our heads this season, now is the time more than ever to start paying special attention to building your immune system. By minding your immune system as best you can, you will increase your chances of staying clear of not just the H1N1, but any other nasty flu bugs or colds that may otherwise grab hold of you.

As a cancer survivor myself, my immune system is what I consider to be my personal gold. I cherish it carefully and maintain it as best I can to keep ugly winter flu bugs and colds far away. Here are my 5 top healthy eating and lifestyle tips for keeping my immune system strong. I encourage you to follow these as best you can so you too can enjoy your holiday season to the fullest.

READ HERE for complete article.

Breaking Through Your Weight Loss Plateau

2009-08-15T16:45:00.005-04:00

When I embarked on my weight loss journey, I was determined to do it in a healthy, realistic and sensible way for lasting results. I made small changes and watched the weight come off ever so slowly. It came off so slowly it was almost painful at times....

What was even more painful than the slow results was when I hit my first weight loss plateau.

Read about what happened next and how I broke through my weight loss plateau and how you can too!

Read FULL article here

“It’s time to get TEED off!”

2009-07-27T08:54:00.006-04:00

Join Roslyn for a book signing and golf at The 100 Man Run Birdies for Boobies Golf Tournement at Pine View Golf & Country Club, Ottawa Canada.

To register visit http://golf.100manrun.com/

A limited number of 4somes remain!

To Learn more visit http://www.roslynfranken.com/

BIRTHDAY BASH - CANADA DAY (JULY 1st) to INDEPENDENCE DAY (JULY 4th) CONTEST

2009-06-24T11:14:00.004-04:00

ENTER TO WIN!!!

Overtired and overwhelmed by your busy lifestyle, endless To-Do lists and problems to solve? Is food one of the first things you turn to for instant comfort and emotional relief? Is your health, weight or positive outlook suffering, as a result?

If any of this rings true for you and you want to make a change, but don't know how, or where to start...then get the help you need to get the results you want with my one-on-one TELEPHONE counselling programs. I'll give you the practical guidance and personal support you need to take that first step and the next and the next.

HOW TO ENTER

The first 25 people to schedule a no-cost, no-obligation consultation between July 1st and July 4th will be eligible to win a FREE Scholarship to my 30-Day Starter Counselling Program.

To enter, simply go to http://www.roslynfranken.com/assessmentrequest.htm and complete the form.

How to Look and Feel your BEST this summer!

2009-06-19T10:16:00.001-04:00

Summer is here. Its time to shed the extra layers of clothing you conveniently hid behind all winter long. How would you like to shed your unwanted winter pounds along with those layers of clothing? How would you like to feel a greater sense of peace and balance this summer? Let's look at how you can achieve these goals. Don't miss this month's article for some Healthy Hints on how to Look and Feel your BEST this summer!

For the full article visit,

http://www.roslynfranken.com/lookandfeelyourbestthissummer.htm

Join Roslyn at the Ottawa Small Press Book Fair

2009-06-08T10:13:00.005-04:00

Meet Roslyn in person June 20th as she signs books at the Ottawa Small Press Book Fair, Spring 2009 event. Meet a wide array of other local Ottawa authors at this spectacular event not to be missed. Bring your family and friends!

Jack Purcell Community Centre, Room 203
On Elgin Street at 320 Jack Purcell Lane
FREE Admission

For more information visit www.roslynfranken.com

Join Roslyn at the Eastern Ontario Summer Institute in Mental Health and Addiction 2009 - Kingston, Ontario, Canada

2009-06-01T15:06:00.005-04:00

Roslyn will be delivering a workshop entitled Healthy Lifestyle Habits and Positive Living Strategies for Mental Health and Addiction Healthcare Providers.

Friday, June 12th
9:00am to 4:00pm
Providence Care - Mental Health Services
752 King Street West, Kingston, Ontario Canada

For more information and to register, click HERE.

To Learn more about me visit my website at http://www.roslynfranken.com/

Join Roslyn and her fellow Award nominees at the 15th Annual YMCA-YWCA Women of Distinction Awards Gala Event

2009-06-01T15:04:00.002-04:00

Join Roslyn and her fellow nominees for a night at the NAC Theatre for the awards presentation followed by a Dessert Celebration. The awards presentation and gala takes place as follows:

Monday June 1, 2009 at 7:00pm
National Arts Centre Theatre
53 Elgin Street, at Confederation Square, Ottawa Ontario.

Tickets are $95 (including a $50 tax receipt) and must be purchased in advance (they will not be available at the door). To purchase tickets, please call 613-788-5043 or email women.distinction@nationalcapitalregionymca-ywca.ca. A corporate ticket package is available for $1000.

All net proceeds from the event benefit the community by providing access for children, youth, adults and families to National Capital Region YMCA-YWCA programs and services regardless of their ability to pay.

For more information visit www.roslynfranken.com

Enjoy Roslyn on CBC Radio Montreal

2009-05-11T10:45:00.005-04:00

Listen to Roslyn Franken speak with CBC Radio Montreal regarding her presentation at the Hope & Cope Wellness Centre. To listen visit,

http://www.roslynfranken.com/CBCmontrealRoslynFranken050409.mp3

To learn more visit her website at www.roslynfranken.com

Join Roslyn on the eWomenNetwork.com Radio Show on WBAP News/Talk 820

2009-05-07T09:19:00.001-04:00

Listen to Roslyn as she is interviewed by host Sandra Yancey, CEO & Founder of eWomen Network and co-Producer of THE GLOW PROJECT, on the eWomenNetwork.com Radio show. Broadcasted live from the Dallas, Texas studios of of WBAP News/Talk 820, an ABC/Disney Company, and the #1 listened-to radio station in Texas. WBAP is heard in 80% of the USA from dusk 'til dawn. Most people will be able to hear the eWomenNetwork.com show right from their radio by tuning to 820 on the AM dial.

May 24th at 7:00 - 8:00pm Central Standard Time / 8:00 - 9:00pm Eastern Standard Time

For more information visit www.roslynfranken.com

Lively presentation at The Landing - Portland, Maine

2009-05-06T14:32:00.001-04:00

Join Roslyn for a lively presentation at The Landing on May 13th.

Get informed and get inspired toward healthy eating, weight and life management solutions that are realistic, attainable and sustainable long-term for greater personal and professional health, success and life satisfaction.

Taking place at:
The Landing, 116 Free Street, Portland, Maine
5:00 – 6:00PM

Don’t miss this informational, insightful and inspirational event!

Pre-Registration and Pre-payment required. $27.00 price includes book!

Register today by calling 207-400-7111 or visit our website at www.thelandingcenter.com

Join Roslyn at eWomenNetwork, Toronto

2009-05-04T11:49:00.002-04:00

Roslyn will be speaking about the differences between those who simply wish they could change their lives, the "Wish I's" and those who create the positive and meaningful changes they so desire, the ones who say "Watch Me" on May 6th. Based on the principles of her book, The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living, Roslyn shares powerful insights from her own successes in surviving cancer and triumphing over her own food, weight and life balance challenges. Be inspired to get "unstuck" and start making changes as of this moment forward.

Advance Registration Required - Contact Darla Campbell at DarlaCampbell@ewomennetwork.com

Taking place at:
Thornhill Golf & Country Club
7994 YONGE STREET
THORNHILL, ON L4J1W3, Canada
Tel: (905) 881-3000

From 4:00 - 6:00pm, Registration at 3:30pm

Join Roslyn at the Hope & Cope Wellness Centre for Cancer Patients, Montreal

2009-05-04T11:46:00.002-04:00

Roslyn will be speaking at the Hope & Cope Wellness Centre for Cancer patients in Montreal on May 5th about her experiences as a cancer survivor who has also overcome her own struggles with food, weight and positive lifestyle. She will provide insights into the Power of Choice in healthy eating and positive living despite age and past challenges. Light refreshments will be served. To learn more visit www.roslynfranken.com

Taking place at:
Hope & Cope Wellness Centre
4635 Cote St. Catherine Road, corner Lavoie

Book Reading and Signing, Ottawa

2009-04-17T11:31:00.002-04:00

Roslyn will be reading passages from her book The "A" List 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living on April 29th. Following the readings will be a book signing and opportunity to meet Roslyn. To learn more visit her website at www.roslynfranken.com

Taking place at:
The Ottawa Public Library, 7:00 - 9:00pm
120 Metcalfe St. Ottawa, Canada

Join Roslyn at the “4 Total Wellness” event hosted by Breast Cancer Action, Ottawa

2009-04-16T09:51:00.005-04:00

Roslyn will be speaking at the “4 Total Wellness” event from the Community Foundation of Ottawa, April 28th. The context of the project is to deal with not only physical health but also spiritual and emotional health, targeting specifically breast cancer patients and survivors. Roslyn will be speaking about the power of choice and about her book The "A" List 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living. Roslyn will discuss how thinking positive and eating healthy can power you through any challenge. To learn more visit her website at http://www.roslynfranken.com

Taking place at:
Breast Cancer Action at 6:30pm
739A Ridgewood Avenue, Ottawa Telephone (613) 736-5921

Join Roslyn at the Living with Cancer Conference, Regina

2009-04-08T10:04:00.004-04:00

Roslyn will be appearing at the Living with Cancer Conference being held in Regina on April 25th. She will be speaking about her book The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living and how this way of thinking helped her through her own struggles as a cancer survivor. To learn more visit her website at http://www.roslynfranken.com

Join Roslyn at the Health & Safety 2009 IAPA Conference & Trade Show, Toronto

2009-04-02T10:41:00.002-04:00

Roslyn will be speaking in Toronto at the Health & Safety 2009 IAPA Conference & Trade Show, Canada’s largest Health & Safety event. Based on the principles of her book, The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living, Roslyn will be sharing powerful insights from her own personal struggles and successes in surviving cancer and triumphing over her own food, weight and life balance challenges.

Health & Safety Canada 2009
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
April 20 to 22, 2009

Join Roslyn at the Business After Hours Business Showcase Event, Ottawa

2009-03-19T10:36:00.003-04:00

Roslyn will be available for book signing at the Business After Hours event where she'll be signing copies of The A List book and Death Can Wait: Stories from Cancer Survivors, a fundraising book for cancer co-authored with fellow cancer survivors, Frank Hegyi, Jackie Holzman and Max Keeping. Meet dynamic entrepreneurs and business professionals.
FREE entrance at The Pine View Golf Course 1471 Blair Rd. Ottawa from 4:00 to 8:00PM.

For more information visit http://www.roslynfranken.com/

Join Roslyn on Rogers Daytime TV

2009-03-11T11:58:00.001-04:00

Join Roslyn March 17th on Rogers Daytime Television Cable 22, at 11am, 3pm, 5pm and 11pm. Roslyn will be discussing how to stay healthy and have a positive attitude towards life after 35 despite your age and any past challenges. She will wow you with her 9 guiding principles to a healthy eating positive attitude life style.

For more information wisit her website at www.roslynfranken.com

Rogers Daytime Ottawa co-host, Derick Fage, shares inspiring story in confronting his rare Medical Condition

2009-03-05T10:28:00.006-05:00

Rogers Daytime Ottawa co-host, Derick Fage, shares inspiring story in confronting his rare medical condition on the "How to Thrive after 35" radio show, produced and hosted by Ottawa motivational author and speaker, Roslyn Franken. The interview will be aired online on March 17th, 2009, at http://howtothriveafter35.podomatic.com/ where it will be available for either immediate listening or as a downloadable podcast.

About Derick Fage

Derick Fage is known as the popular and witty co-host of Rogers Daytime Ottawa. A self-proclaimed child at heart, Derick is curious about everyone and everything, and it's this very quality that engages viewers daily on Daytime. Derick thrives on conveying what's happening in Ottawa to viewers in a fun and informative manner.

What viewers don't know about Derick is that he was born with a rare medical condition that has had a tremendous impact on his life, truly helping to shape his personality and compassion for others. In Derick's interview with Roslyn, Derick shares with listeners meaningful and inspiring insights on how he has chosen to thrive in his life despite his own past challenges.

"By confronting my medical condition and sharing the challenges I faced as a child, I started to understand how lucky I was to have such an incredible support system around me. Speaking with Roslyn has given me an opportunity to thank those who helped me during my critical childhood years and to hopefully inspire others to overcome the challenges they face in life. I am, indeed, Thriving After 35. My dreams of love, family and career have all come true.", says Fage.

"My interview with Derick tells a very honest and human story of someone who has chosen to be a "victor" and not a "victim" of his medical challenges. He shares experiences from his childhood and teenage years in dealing with the shame and fear surrounding his condition and how he learned not only to overcome the physical aspects of his condition, but the mental, emotional and social aspects as well. I'm honoured to have been able to offer Derick the platform of my radio show to allow him to share his inspiring story.", says Franken.

About the "How To Thrive after 35" radio show and podcast

Ottawa motivational author and speaker, Roslyn Franken, launched the "How to Thrive after 35" radio show and podcast in 2008 to educate and inspire those over 35 looking to lighten up their lives one bite at a time. Listeners learn to increase their health, control their weight, balance their lifestyle, and maintain a positive life outlook, despite their age and any past challenge. The show’s motto is, "Why just survive when you can thrive after 35?”, a task not so easily achieved in today's fast-paced and ever-changing world.

In this monthly series, Franken shares her own healthy living insights, tips and principles from her book, The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living (http://www.thealistbook.com/), a book inspired by her own experiences as a cancer survivor who has also triumphed over her own struggles with food, weight and life outlook management. She also includes informative and inspiring interviews with remarkable guests over 35 who share powerful messages of health, hope and happiness. These messages encourage and mentor people to feel, live and be their best for a life of greater health and happiness.

The show is available for immediate listening or as a download from http://howtothriveafter35.podomatic.com/

To learn more about Roslyn visit her website at www.roslynfranken.com

Boost Your Own Bliss

2009-02-17T11:07:00.007-05:00

How to B.Y.O.B
Boost Your Own Bliss

An inspirational Weekend E-Course delivered by telephone and internet with Roslyn Franken, your B.Y.O.B Facilitator.

March 28th, 10:00 am to 1:00pm
March 29th, 1:00pm to 4:00 pm

SAVE 68% INTRODUCTORY OFFER

You’ll discover how to EAT better, BALANCE your life, BOOST your energy and BE your best. WHY? So you can experience greater HEALTH, lasting WEIGHT CONTROL and improved QUALITY OF LIFE, once and for all...

All by telephone and internet, so you can do it from anywhere!

Gain Control over problematic eating, sleep, lifestyle and attitude habits for greater health and lasting weight control.
Enjoy a more positive outlook toward yourself, others and the world around you.
Minimize weight-related health risk.
Increase energy and sense of well-being.
Make better decisions.
Solve problems and manage stressful situations more effectively.

ONLY $97.00 CAD - Reg. $299.00 CAD Includes…

6 hours of group tele-classes PLUS 1 private follow-up consultation.
PLUS 1 copy of The A List book (NEW EDITION), digital workbook and ALL other materials.

Limited Space Available
For More information Visit http://www.roslynfranken.com/byobecourse.htm or my website http://www.roslynfranken.com/

Make ANY Day Valentine's Day

2009-02-13T12:58:00.006-05:00

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. For many, it's the one day a year where our culture dictates that we should be expressing our love for one another with symbols of love and romance including chocolate hearts, red roses, fine dining, Valentine's Day cards and other special gifts.

It can put a lot of extra pressure on couples. For the man in a relationship, the woman will expect him to step up to the plate and do something extra romantic to make her feel extra special. If he doesn't meet her expectations, it can create feelings of resentment, frustration and disappointment for the woman. If she chooses to communicate her feelings to her partner, he may be left feeling like a failure and frustrated that he was expected to be able to read her mind as to what she wanted from him.

There's also a lot of pressure on single people, especially those who would love nothing more than to be in a romantic relationship. What makes it so difficult is that this holiday and all the commercial hype around it pronounces their sense of loneliness and yearning for love, romance and attention.

The problem with all this extra pressure is that it can set us up with high expectations that often result in high levels of disappointment and other negative emotions. Experiencing these types of emotions can set up anyone with an eating or weight issue, whether in a couple or single, to throw themselves a big old pity party with lots of sugary, fatty, high calorie and/or salty treats to help wash away the pain. And then the guilt, shame and self-loathing that follows your binge can send you right back for even more to help derive that instant sense of comfort and immediate gratification that less healthy food choices can so easily bring.

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Give the Gift that Keeps on Giving

2008-12-16T11:00:00.000-05:00

With all the news reports of

doom and gloom out there,

it's too easy to feel down

and neglect your self-care.

So to stay positive

andon a healthy track,

Why not give yourself and others

the gift that keeps giving back?

Find out more,

don't wait, because this special gift is only available till

MIDNIGHT, DECEMBER 31, 2008

Go to www.roslynfranken.com/thegift.htm

Warmest wishes to you and your loved ones for a very healthy and happy holiday season!
Roslyn Franken

NEW - How To Thrive after 35 Podcast for Dec08

2008-12-09T14:11:00.001-05:00

Listen to this month's HOW TO THRIVE AFTER 35 podcast as host Roslyn Franken shares practical guidance from her book, The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living, on how to make sense of confusing nutrition labels. Listen HERE.

Over the next few months, Roslyn has some exciting guests lined up including Derick Fage, Canada's popular and witty co-host of Rogers Daytime Television and Sandra Yancey, Founder and CEO of eWomenNetwork, the #1 resource for connecting and promoting women and their businesses worldwide.Get informed and inspired with Roslyn's FREE Healthy Hints Newsletter. Sign up today!

How to avoid the holiday weight gain blues

2008-12-07T10:05:00.000-05:00

With holiday party season upon us, event and meal planning, baking, gift shopping and social eating are 4 main activities. Who can resist all those holiday treats and that extra glass of wine? Who has time to exercise?

As a result, most of us will gain an average of 8-12 pounds if not more during this festive period. Then come January 1st, we sit back crying the holiday weight gain blues and make our New Year’s resolution to lose weight and get in shape, just like the year before. Sound familiar?
Why do we do this to ourselves year after year? What can you do differently this year? Let’s look at how to enjoy the season without crying the holiday weight gain blues.

Read full article

Join Roslyn at the following upcoming Ottawa public events:

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Saturday, October 25th, 8:30am to 5:30pm
Attend Roslyn's workshop, Making Sense of Confusing Nutrition Labels
at the You Deserve It Women's Conference.
See http://www.youdeserveit.ca for details

November 8 & 9, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Meet Roslyn at the Ottawa Authors Book Sale
RA CENTRE, Clark Hall, 2451 Riverside Drive
Meet more than 50 local authors!
Ask questions about their books!
Buy their books for Christmas!
FREE ADMISSION & PARKING
See www.roslynfranken.com/events.htm for details

Friday, November 14th
Join Roslyn Franken at the Breast Cancer Action Ottawa - Autumn Gala & Auction Reception 6:00pm, Dinner 7:00pm Sala San Marco, 215 Preston St. Ottawa See http://www.bcaott.ca/bca-events/dinner-dance.cfm for details

Sunday, November 16th
Join Roslyn Franken for a fun-filled afternoon at the "Revive & Thrive Bash - Unite your Mind, Body and Soul" - A high-spirited fundraiser for Look Good Feel Better with Guest Speakers, Fashion/Beauty Showcases, Entertainment, Book Signings, Prizes, Food, Drink, Fun, Networking, great SAVINGS and MORE!! All this for only $20.00. BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS. At Spahara, 150 Robertson Road in Bells Corners. For more information & Ticket Purchase, go to
http://www.roslynfranken.com/reviveandthrivebash2008.htm

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To book Roslyn for speaking engagements, private consultations and media appearances, send email to info@roslynfranken.com or call 613-843-0155 or 1-877-852-5852. To purchase your copy of The A List, go to www.roslynfranken.com/thealistorder.htm

LISTEN to the "How to Thrive After 35" internet radio show with host, Roslyn Franken. Go to howtothriveafter35.podomatic.com

Taking the First Step: The Gift of Health

2008-10-09T13:43:00.000-04:00

For many of my counseling clients, they say that taking that first step was the most difficult part of their journey. Whether picking up the phone to request more information, or filling out my FREE online Readiness Assessment, or registering for their complimentary consultation, it was in finding their courage to TAKE ACTION that they are most proud of.

It takes courage to take action in order to break free from staying stuck. If you are stuck and want to move your life forward for greater health and happiness, then I am here to encourage and support you every step of the weigh.

You don't have to do it alone. There is no shame in reaching out for help as in truth, the gift of reaching out is one of the best gifts you can give to yourself.

With the holiday season coming up, I invite you to give yourself and your loved ones the best gift of all, the GIFT OF HEALTH with my Personal Counseling program to help you and your loved ones lose weight and feel great, naturally and sensibly for LASTING RESULTS. It's all done by telephone and email so it's conveniently accessible regardless of your geographic location.
Gift certificates are now available in amounts of $25, $50 or $100. GET YOUR GIFT CERTIFICATES HERE. Get started with your FREE GET READY ASSESSMENT and FREE CONSULTATION.

Important Announcements

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September, 2008
Listen to Roslyn each month as she brings you information and inspiration on how to thrive after 35. Information at Healthy Living Author announces new internet radio show “How to Thrive after 35”

August 15, 2008
Know someone struggling in the face of cancer? Get them a copy of Roslyn's newest book "Death Can Wait" - visit http://www.deathcanwait.com/ for full details.

Let's Get Real

2008-10-09T13:37:00.000-04:00

One of the biggest challenges to reaching and maintaining a healthy weight, balanced lifestyle and positive life outlook is the over-abundance of unrealistic solutions that we have to choose from. This month, I offer you a reality check to give you some food for thought as we transition from Summer to Fall.

Welcome to the facts:
The worldwide incidence of obesity is increasing. In fact a new word - "globesity" has now been coined to reflect the escalation of global obesity and overweight. Obesity is making the headlines in every state of America. Current statistics place 64 percent of the American adult population within some definition of obesity, from overweight to morbid obesity and 47% of the Canadian adult population. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), if immediate action is not taken, millions will suffer from an array of serious weight-related health issues and disorders.

Here’s the challenge:
With a booming $30 billion diet industry that is clearly in much better shape than the market it serves, one must ask how well it is actually helping to reverse the “globesity” trend. Research has shown 95% of those who lose weight by following what the fad, gimmick and diet pill companies have to offer, eventually gain it back within three years. Beyond three years that failure rate is even worse. The problem is that the weight loss industry is failing people by telling them what they want to hear – that losing weight is as easy as 1-2-3. The truth is that to lose weight and keep it off takes a consistent and conscious commitment to healthy living practices for a lifetime.

The good news:
The good news is that people are starting to wake up. Trend Forecaster Gerald Celente is predicting a turn away from the "strictly weight loss diet book" and a move toward what he calls "whole health" eating -- diets that not only help us lose weight, but live a healthier lifestyle.” Celente, publisher of The Trends Journal and director of TrendsResearch.com, says “We will focus our attention on those plans that provide us with 'recipes' for staying healthy in mind, body and spirit”.

A “REAL” solution
In light of this rising trend toward a more “whole health” approach, I recommend the following 3 main solutions:

Stop dieting: Results achieved by restrictive diets are short-lived, thereby creating an endless cycle of weight loss followed by weight gain. This is too unhealthy not only physically, but mentally, emotionally and spiritually as well.
Take responsibility: Take full responsibility and be accountable for all your food, health and lifestyle choices. Consider your options in all situations, no matter how difficult or tempting, and choose wisely.

Lighten up: A lighter, kinder and more forgiving attitude toward yourself, others and the world around you will help you manage stress better without always turning to food for comfort.
If these suggestions seem difficult to do, then an added solution is to reach out for expert guidance and support to help you every step of the weigh.

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Roslyn Franken is a proud cancer survivor and acclaimed author of The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living and Death Can Wait: Stories from Cancer Survivors. She is a motivational speaker and host of the How to Thrive after 35 internet radio show. Roslyn also offers one-on-one counseling by telephone and email conveniently accessible world-wide. For more information, send email to info@roslynfranken.com or visit http://www.roslynfranken.com/.

INVENTORY SALE - The A List book, First Edition now available at 50% OFF while quantities last

2008-05-17T10:50:00.000-04:00

Guess what! To make room for the NEW edition of The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living, we're clearing out our inventory of the first edition of The A List book. Get it now while quantities last at only $11.50. Available at this low low price only at http://www.roslynfranken.com/thealistorderclearoutsale.htm. ORDER YOURS TODAY and receive our FREE e-booklet, 66 Secrets to Less Stress.

Come back soon for more exciting offers, announcements and articles to help you along your healthy living journey. Have questions or comments? Send to info@roslynfranken.com

Are you READY to conquer your health, weight and lifestyle challenges?

2008-03-20T11:38:00.000-04:00

What does it mean to be READY? Being ready to change your life one bite at a time means turning any fears or self-doubt into commitment and determination to succeed. If you're tired of struggling with excess weight, fear of losing your health or a lack of harmony in your life, AND you really, really want to do something about it, then you need to know that WANTING does not necessarily mean ACHIEVING. I've put together a FREE ONLINE READINESS ASSESSMENT right on my website for you to find out how ready YOU are to change your life one bite at a time. Check it out TODAY!

2008-01-21T00:36:00.000-05:00

I'm writing to you from sunny but cool Los Angeles, California. My husband and I are here on a bit of a working holiday. What this trip has reminded me about is how challenging it can be sometimes to maintain healthy habits when out of your regular routine.

One of my rules for healthy eating is to never allow yourself to get over-hungry. It's much better to eat regularly and avoid a dangerous food situation by getting too hungry and then eating anything and everything in sight. The problem when traveling is that you're often out of the house all day long and never really knowing when and where you'll be having your next meal or snack. You may typically eat out at restaurants more than usual and perhaps wanting to try different foods you don't normally eat at home. With the portion sizes served in restaurants and not knowing how the dishes are prepared, this can lead to some serious eating challenges and associated weight gain.

Since we're staying at a friend's apartment, the way we are getting around this is to stock up our friend's fridge and cupboards with groceries from which we can create our own healthy snacks and meals. We're sure to always bring non-perishable foods with us in the car for road trips and plenty of water to avoid the fast food restaurants we'd be stopping at otherwise. We decided to also prepare some meals in rather than go out to restaurants for every meal. This saves on the pocket book as well.

When we do find ourselves in restaurants, we may indulge on occasion in some foods we don't normally eat, however, for the most part we focus on making healthy choices and eating less healthy choices in smaller quantities on a limited basis. Our belief is that just because we ourselves are on a holiday, doesn't mean that our healthy habits need to be on holidays as well. It's about being reasonable and sensible while still enjoying our choices.

Article: Overcoming your Exercise Excuses: "I don't have time." "I have too much else to do."

2008-01-07T18:03:00.000-05:00

If you were asked WHY you DO NOT exercise a minimum of three times a week aerobically through walking or another form of cardiovascular exercise, and two times minimum a week lifting weights and building muscle strength, would your answer be something like "I don't have time. I have too much else to do."? If this is true for you, then here are some questions to consider:

If someone offered to pay you $10,000 per week for the rest of your life and all you had to do for it was find 30 minutes to exercise, five days out of seven each week, given your current schedule of activities and items on your daily To-Do list, do you think you could find the time?

If you were suddenly diagnosed with a life-threatening illness and you had to visit your doctor five days out of seven for a 30-minute treatment that you would have to undergo for the rest of your life if you wanted to live a long and happy life, would you find the time?

If someone could guarantee that you would have greater health and happiness with minimized long-term, weight-related health risks, and all you had to do for it was find 30 minutes to exercise five days out of seven each week, given your current schedule of activities and items on your daily To-Do list, do you think you could find the time?
My guess is that you answered “Yes” to at least one of these questions.

If you answered “Yes” to the $10,000 and “No” to the health and happiness guarantee, then it clearly reveals that you value money more than your health. My hope is that you answered “Yes” to all of the questions. The point is that if there was something in it for you that you deemed valuable enough, then you will find a way to MAKE the time for exercise. The key question then becomes a matter of what you value most.

If regular physical activity doesn’t bump its way up on your priority list, then how can you ever expect to make it a regular habit? My suggestion is to physically schedule time in your daytimer for it as if it was an appointment with a doctor, friend, your hairdresser, or anyone other than yourself. It’s amazing how this can shift your outlook. When you make an appointment with someone else, my guess is that you do everything to honour that appointment because you made a commitment to that person and don’t want to disappoint them. You might even call ahead if you were running late. Yet, when you make an appointment with yourself to exercise, it’s too easy to back out and cancel on yourself. What does this say? Is the commitment you made to yourself not as important as your commitment to another? Why is it acceptable for you to disappoint yourself, yet you would hate to disappoint another?

Start the New Year off on the right foot this year and start setting appointments with yourself to exercise. Honour those appointments the same way you would honour them if they were with someone else. Don’t let yourself disappoint yourself. Start slowly with just a few 15-minute appointments for the next few weeks. Get used to the idea of honouring your time to be kind to your body with physical activity and slowly increase that time. Remember, exercise is not just about effective weight management. It also helps to lift your mood and alleviate menopausal symptoms. You ARE just as important as anyone else. You DESERVE to make the time to exercise, even if it is just 15 minutes to start. Be patient. Be kind to yourself and give yourself a chance for success. You can do it!

In The A List book, Roslyn Franken addresses many more exercise excuses and beliefs that may be preventing you from embracing regular physical activity into your life. Order your copy today.

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Roslyn Franken is the author of The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living, a powerful self-directed guide for achieving your long term health, lifestyle and weight management goals.

Roslyn has overcome her own food and weight issues and has helped many others through her personalized counseling program and professional speaking services. She counsels clients worldwide by telephone and email who are ready to build a healthy and positive lifestyle maintainable for a lifetime.

To purchase The A List book and for more information on Roslyn Franken’s personalized counseling and professional speaking services, please visit www.roslynfranken.com. Take your complimentary online Readiness Assessment and be sure to sign up for your FREE Healthy Hints newsletter.

Exercise - A Matter of Priorities

2007-12-28T13:10:00.000-05:00

At 6:00 a.m. on Boxing Day, there were some stores already opening their doors to crowds of bargain hunting shoppers. People were lined-up around the block waiting to get in. If the crowds were already lined-up at 6:00 a.m., then how early did these people get up to shop?

For those early-bird Boxing Day shoppers who struggle with weight issues, my guess is that there are many who use excuses not to exercise such as "I'm too tired" or "I don't have time". I understand that exercising is difficult when you don't really FEEL like doing it or don't FEEL like you have the time, however, why is it that they are not too tired and are able to make the time to save money on Boxing Day? If it wasn't Boxing Day, would these same people even have considered waking up that early to do some physical activity?

The point I'm trying to make is that how we CHOOSE to spend our time all comes down to priorities. When someone who is unhappy with their weight or facing weight-related health issues, is able to get out of bed before 6:00 a.m. the day after Christmas to get some good deals at the store, but believes that they're unable to get out of bed to exercise, then what does this say? Could it be saying that for this person saving money is more important to them than saving their health and well-being?

In order to manage your healthy weight successfully long-term through proper eating, regular physical activity and positive living, then it has to be a priority every day. You have to make the time for it and make mindful choices even when you just don't FEEL like it. You'll be so proud of yourself once you get into this habit, and when you are proud of yourself, you will want to continue making choices that make you feel healthier, stronger and good about how you look and feel.

Saying NO to the Pity Party

2007-12-13T16:37:00.000-05:00

In a recent counseling session with one of my clients, we were talking about her late night eating habits. This is her worst time of day for eating as it is for many who struggle with food and weight issues. It's like something takes over after dinner once the television is set to your favourite show and you're finally all comfy on the couch. In her case it was the Chip Monster. That's right, she'd dive right into the big bag of chips and as if something else had taken over her body and eaten right to the bottom of the bag, before you know it all the chips were gone. She felt terrible afterwards berating herself for losing control yet again.

I asked her what she thinks may have triggered the chip binge and she said that she was bored and lonely. She was feeling sorry for herself for not having anything better to do or someone special to be with. And so, she threw herself a pity party.

When you find yourself throwing yourself a pity party and breaking out all the junk food, or diving into your favourite high sugar, high fat, high calorie treats to help prove to yourself what a loser you are, I ask you to STOP yourself in your tracks. STOP and take a long hard look at yourself and what you're doing. How is eating going to solve your problems? Instead, ask yourself what the real problem is. If you're bored, then find something fun and interesting to do to distract yourself from thoughts of food. Better yet, find something to do that is hands-on so that you can't eat and do your activity at the same time. What kinds of things can you think of that you can do? Make a list. I'd love to hear from you. Send me your ideas to info@roslynfranken.com with the subject line "Positive activities to distract me from eating".

Roslyn Franken, cancer survivor, author and speaker

2007-12-03T08:38:00.001-05:00

Welcome Message from Roslyn Franken

2007-12-01T11:12:00.000-05:00

Why this Blog Page?

Because I'm excited to share with you the principles that changed my life and can now change your life too!

How do I know what I'm talking about, you ask? I know because I can honestly say that I've "been there, done that and wrote the book". I have overcome my own struggles with food, health, weight and lifestyle issues and have helped many others do the same not only through my book, The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living, but also through my one-on-one telephone counseling practice and professional speaking services. That's right! I offer my counseling service by telephone so you can do it from anywhere!

I have also triumphed over cancer when just 30 years old. So I know what it means to lose your health. I know how difficult a fight it is to stay positive when life is throwing you those unexpected curve balls. I know what it takes to bounce back, stay focused and on track. My 9 principles for healthy eating and positive living help you to not only reprogram your relationship with food, but also with your inner self for a lifetime of greater health and happiness.

I welcome you to my online blog community and invite you to check back often for informative articles and tips, healthy recipes and much more. My goal is to see this community span the globe so invite your family, friends and colleagues to my blog. The more the merrier!

Wishing you continued health and happiness and looking forward to meeting you here!

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