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Loretta LaRoche is sick to death of diets and diet books. Not a day goes by without an article appearing in the media that reveals some food that could be harmful or helpful to our health. Food has become either demonic or divine. We've forgotten how to be in ''right relationship'' with one of the greatest pleasures we have in life: eating. As a result, we're fatter than ever and more stressed out about being fat!In this humorous and informative book, Loretta cuts through the nonsense, disclosing the wisdom she has accumulated from ''having gained and lost a tribe of people.'' She also shares her expertise as an international stress consultant, former aerobics instructor, and owner of a wellness center. Her eight surprising secrets for reducing weight and stress might surprise you as she leads you down the path of learning to eat well, moving with joy, and living a more balanced life. Her greatest promise is that you will get into shape . . . and have fun while you're doing it!
This little book of fun, insightful "mind bytes." Savor the messages, share them, and discover wonderful ways to plump up your life and soul!
Provides a close-up look at five traps that can compromise happiness and hinder a woman's quest for a better life, drawing on the latest research to furnish a set of helpful tools, techniques, and strategies designed to help women accept the past and move toward a happier future of their own choice. Reprint. 75,000 first printing.
In this hilarious memoir, a pampered city girl falls head over little black heels in love with a Peace Corps poster boy and follows him—literally to the ends of the earth. Eve Brown always thought she would join the Peace Corps someday, although she secretly worried about life without sushi, frothy coffee drinks and air conditioning. But with college diploma in hand, it was time to put up or shut up. So with some ambivalence she arrived at the Peace Corps office, sporting her best safari chic attire, to casually look into the steps one might take to become a global humanitarian, a la Angelina Jolie. But when Eve meets John, her dashing young Peace Corps recruiter, all her ambivalence flies...
Loretta LaRoche has delighted readers, audiences, and PBS television viewers with her wacky and wise insights about life, love, and the insanity of the modern world. In her most deeply personal book, Loretta addresses the most exciting challenge that we all face—one that she now finds herself facing every day: How do we age well? And can humor, dignity, honesty, wisdom, and other virtues ease the path? Our society is youth obsessed: Beauty products, special exercises, designer vitamins, plastic surgery, and certain medications are promoted as "the" ways to enhance life. While these formulas may have some merit, they’re not enough to prepare us to have a rich, authentic life filled with p...
Studies have shown it takes only 21 days for a new habit to take root. If there's a spiritual interest you've always wanted to take advantage of, the answer is just 21 days away with the 21 Days to Mastery Series. From time to time, we all need reminding how to take life less seriously and simply enjoy ourselves. This short, easy-to-read guide will put you back in touch with your sense of humour and the joy of life. In quick, pick-me-up chapters, stress-management consultant Loretta LaRoche takes you on a hysterical journey from stressed to blessed – reminding you what it's like to be alive, connected with others, and savouring the present moment. Using amusing anecdotes from her own life, as well as the latest research in the fields of psychology and mind-body health, Loretta unveils simple techniques for living a life filled with laughter, compassion and delight. With this innovative title, you'll find an insightful word is always close to hand whenever you need a reminder on how to enjoy pleasure wherever you find it.
Best-selling author Loretta LaRoche has found a new and amazing way to help people deal with their stress by creating The Wise and Witty Stress Solution Kit, which contains not only wisdom and humor, but practical ways to defuse and reduce the anxieties of today's chaotic world. Not only is it possible to learn to manage stress, but it can be fun, and help develop inner strengths that we often lose sight of. We are, after all, "survivors" of our own lives. By using this kit, you'll find yourself on the path to feeling less stressed, more optimistic . . . and come to the wonderful realization that life can be fun without being frantic!
The story of being the victim of threats and related actions served as the predictor of my life journey. My writing about my anger at the outcome of that event led a professor to suggest I change my major from sociology to journalism. Although I did not heed that suggestion, I am following that advice now. I was trapped in my anger, and it seemed every day there was a new inquiry of why this or why that. In changing the question from why to what, I discovered God's reason for my journey. Questioning the reason for events elicits from God the response children are prone to get from parents "because I said so" or "because I am your parent." God is my Father, and I am His child. God received th...
A comprehensive guide to maintaining health and treating stress-related illness. Boston-based Benson and Stuart offer proven techniques developed by the Mind/Body Institute for exercise, diet, and stress management to help readers cope with many common conditions. Includes how-to illustrations and case histories.
Discover the healing power of humor that can change your perspective and help lighten your load.