Take Back Your Life NOW!
Master the Ten Traits of Today's Healthy Woman
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Taking back your life simply means that you will make yourself a priority. You have to really understand and know that if you don’t take care of yourself, no one around you will thrive or be happy. Many of the teen-age girls brought to therapy by their parents because of eating disorders, poor grades, and attitude problems often get better when I start meeting with their moms. I soon discover that many of these moms are stressed out, overwhelmed and generally put everyone else’s needs first. My favorite teaching adage is, “When mommy’s happy, everyone’s happy.” So, I counsel them to take better care of themselves and to make some time for themselves. It’s quite uncanny, but as soon as mom begins focusing on her own unmet needs, the kids improve. I hope I’ve made my case!
In ten week’s time, you will be a living, breathing example of Today’s Healthy Woman. Your daughters, sisters, nieces, mothers, and any other significant female in your life, will not only notice a difference in you from the way you walk, smile, and act but they will also look to you as a role model for themselves. Much like the character in the Viagra commercial, everyone will want to know what’s different about you! All you have to do is be willing to commit to take anywhere from 5 to 60 minutes a day implementing various aspects of the program. It works if you work it!
If you’re thinking, “Where am I going to find even FIVE minutes for myself?” I’ll tell you what I tell all of my patients who respond similarly. We all make time for what we value most. Just make up your mind to change that negative pattern of thinking. So, start putting yourself at the top of your list. No more excuses!
Getting Started
You will need a journal and pads of post-it notes as you go through this program. We’ve placed a Journal page at the end of each chapter and some more at the end of the book. You may want to buy a separate one. Do what works best for you. We’d also strongly suggest that you have a Today’s Healthy Woman Poster displayed in a visible place as well as The Today’s Healthy Woman Tip Sheet (available at www.healthyinspiration.com). These tools will keep you on track. Let me tell you why they are an essential aspect of this program.
Cues For Success
No one can deny that you’re hounded by the demands of your multiple roles and responsibilities and caught between competing priorities of home, family, and the workplace leaving little if any time to take care of yourself. That’s a reality.
Here’s another
reality. There are hundreds of articles,
books, TV shows, websites and pamphlets promoting self-care for women. You, like most other women I know, have
become hypnotized by these self-help gurus and their prescriptions for good
health and well-being. You hear the
message, nod your head and say, “Yes, that’s just what I need to do.” However, like most women, you’re probably
not actually DOING what is suggested to improve your physical and emotional
health on a consistent basis. Part of
the problem is time. I say that’s
remedied by re-evaluating priorities.
The other part of the problem is that you simply forget or
procrastinate. So, how can you remember
to take care of yourself and find the time to do so?
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About the Book
“How wonderful to see a book that is willing to regard health as all encompassing – mind, body and soul. This book belongs in every woman’s library.”
Nancy L. Snyderman, M.D.
Vice-President of Medical Affairs Johnson & Johnson
Former Medical Correspondent ABC News
This book is a must for every woman. I particularly like the strategies and exercises that help the reader set goals to achieve optimal well being. For once, an action oriented program designed to help women be their healthiest in all aspects of their lives!”
Holly G. Atkinson, MD
Chairwoman of iVillage Health Initiatives
President, Physicians for Human Rights
Author of Women and Fatigue
“This book is a practical hands-on guide that can help every
woman take responsibility for her own well-being. I highly recommend it.”
Senator Bob Dole
“This is a wonderful guide for any woman to look and feel
her best. As a working mother, I know
how important it is to find total balance in our lives and this book truly
helps.”
Denise Austin
Author of Shrink Your Female Fat Zones
Host of Lifetime’s Daily Workout and Fit n Lite.
Member of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.
About the Author
The authors are Dr. Barbara McFarland and Steve Wuest. Dr. McFarland, EdD, is a psychologist, author, trainer, media guest, and motivational speaker. Barbara has authored 7 other books and written many article on various women’s issues. She was a pioneer in the area of women and addiction, was invited to present her clinical work at Harvard University Medical School, conducted corporate training classes as part of the Xavier Consulting Group, and presented keynote speeches at many women’s health conferences. She has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, National Public Radio as well as many others.
Steve Wuest is a successful management consultant and executive coach. He spent almost 20 years in the performance improvement practice of Deloitte & Touche and, as a partner he provided leadership to the practice in the areas of recruiting, personnel development, client service, business planning, and business development. He has counseled, guided, and inspired hundreds of women professionals and entrepreneurs during that time.