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July 2010 E-News
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Eat, Learn, Live
Like many
of you, I was captivated by the book Eat,
Pray, Love, a woman’s exploration of "the art of pleasure in Italy, the art of devotion in India and, in Indonesia, the art of balancing the
two." And like many of you, I will see the movie (starring Julia Roberts as
Elizabeth Gilbert) with friends, followed by a great Italian meal with wine and
intense discussion about our own spiritual and romantic journeys.
The theme
of self-discovery and balance of the body, mind, heart, and spirit has been an
important part of my own story and the stories of many of the people I’ve met
through my work. Unlike Elizabeth,
most people who participate in an Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Workshop or read Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat don’t
set out with such a clear understanding of the transformation ahead. They are simply
sick of their eat-repent-repeat cycle and wish to heal their relationship with
food. Many soon discover that restoration of their instinctive eating cycle is the
beginning of their personal path to wholeness.
How can
this be? Well, as one of my own teachers said, how you do anything is how you
do everything. In other words, how we eat is simply a metaphor for how we live.
As you learn to eat what you love and love what you eat, you discover that the
lessons also apply to the rest of your life. Here are just a few of the many
truths that I’ve learned and shared:
- Transformation
occurs when the pain of staying the same outweighs the discomfort of change.
- The answers
are inside, not out.
- You have
within you the amazing capacity to recognize and meet the deepest needs of your
body, mind, heart, and spirit.
- Food
(money, work, perfection, etc.) cannot do that for you.
- Our greatest
struggles often provide our greatest lessons.
- Guilt leads
to shame and paralysis. Regret leaves the door open for learning.
- All or
nothing thinking leads to all or nothing. The truth lies somewhere in the
middle.
- Mindfulness
allows us to fully experience what is present in the now.
- Sensuous
enjoyment of food leads to pleasure and contentment.
- Deprivation
leads to distraction and obsession.
- Quality
trumps quantity every time.
- Self-care
is a necessity not a luxury.
- Knowing
what to do isn’t the same thing as knowing how to do it.
- Asking for
help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
I'd love to hear what life lessons you've learned through healing your relationship with food. Please post your comments on my blog or Facebook
page.
Eat Mindfully, Live Vibrantly!
Michelle May, M.D.
www.AmIHungry.com
www.MichelleMayMD.com
P.S. Join me for a life-changing retreat in October. Read on for more details.
Ahhhh...Am I Hungry? Fall Retreat
 While a year spent traveling may be out of the question, a week in Vermont will help you restore, renew, and re-energize. Join us October 3-9, 2010 for a fabulous mindful eating retreat at Green Mountain at Fox Run
with guest expert, Michelle May, M.D. You'll experience life-changing
workshops, amazing mindful eating experiences, joyful physical activity,
and connection with others who know exactly how you feel. Space is
limited! Read more and register.
Facilitator Training starts Aug. 3rd!
Are you passionate about helping others discover a fun, sane, long term approach to a healthy lifestyle?
Join me for Am I Hungry? Facilitator Training!
Tuesday evenings
August 3 - October 19, 2010
5:30-7:30pm Pacific
(6:30 MST, 7:30 CST, 8:30 EST)
Two seats left!
Read more info, download info packet, and register here
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Michelle shares
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with health care professionals, corporations, associations, and
organizations across the country. She delivers her crucial and timely
message with passion, energy, humor, and insight that transforms the way
people view eating and physical activity.
Her popular facilitated mindful eating experiences will engage and inspire your participants to make lasting changes that support a vibrant, healthy life.
Please visit www.MichelleMayMD.com for her preview video, keynotes, workshops, and spokesperson or sponsorship information.
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Am I Hungry? Facilitator Tele-training
August 3-October 19, 2010
5:30-7:30 pm PST
Force Health Protection Conference
Phoenix, Arizona
August 11, 2010
Wellcoaches Mindful Weight Management Masters Class
Tele-Seminar
Sept. 1-Oct. 27, 2010
Kansas University Obesity Conference
Kansas City, Kansas
September 11, 2010
Learning to Trust Yourself Again with Food:
Retreat with Guest Expert, Michelle May MD
October 4-8, 2010
Green Mountain at Fox Run n in Vermont
Spirit of Women
Gilbert, Arizona
October 22, 2010
Banner Health
National Bank of Arizona
Women's Financial Group Author Series
Phoenix, Arizona
November 08, 2010
Banner Health
Phoenix, Arizona
November 10, 2010
Put Your Heart in the Right Place
TOPS Coordinator and Director Training
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
November 12, 2010
Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine
Hilton Head, South
Carolina
December 9-11, 2010
Book Michelle to inspire attendees at your next event
Sponsor Dr. May to share her compelling message with your target audience!
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