Why I do what I do...
I never thought I would be teaching this information to people. As an emotional eater, I spent years of frustration with failed yo-yo dieting attempts. It was only after researching the inner-workings of the mind and body that I began to change my relationship with food. I lost more than 40 pounds and have kept it off for over 30 years.
My passion quickly became sharing this information with others who were looking, not just for the latest "diet," but rather, for a solution to their weight issues and a new lifestyle that promotes wellness in their lives.
I am a Former Fat-Person, author, speaker, coach, columnist and emotional eating expert. Clients have included the Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, Lubrizol Corporation, Nestle, Eaton Corp. and Parker Hannifin to name a few. I have hosted a radio show, "The Best You Can Be," was a columnist for Health Sense for 9 years, have been a guest columnist for the women's section of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, and has been published in Smart Health. Since developing my program, I have been honored to share my mindful eating approach through 70 guest appearances on radio as a non-diet expert. My cookbook, "Kitchen Express: Good Food Fast, for Real People with Real Lives," is available on Amazon.