Thank you Oprah! January 6, 2009

Inspired to live My Best Life!

Often you will find me with a little notebook that will have notes, ideas, thoughts, dreams, etc.  In the Spring of 2007 I felt a complete disconnect with  my business at the time and can honestly say I was discontent.  I was 60lbs overweight and exhausted.  Little did I know that a very part-time position I had accepted to distract me would guide me to my life’s purpose.  The following is an excerpt from my notebook:

Objective: To reveal the already beautiful you.

Mission: Inspire you to love who you are right now!

While moving your body to a healthier, stronger, fitter you.

My Philosophy is if you truly love who you are and appreciate your

magnificent self, your body image will no longer be an area of

obsession.  You will be focusing on achieving your goals and with

that will bring higher self esteem and courage to be “the best you”

without the need of food for comfort, companionship, joy, and pleasure.

I knew in my heart and soul that this was my purpose.  To not only internalize and breath this into my own life but to help others believe, love, and honor themselves.  It took me nearly a year to fully embrace it and now I live it.  It has been and continues to be quite a journey and to hear the same philosophy shared with millions is tremendous validation.  What an exciting time!

Remember to put yourself on the schedule.  Get plenty of sleep.  Get your body to a healthy weight.  Get your body moving and remember to laugh daily!

If you would like help in achieving optimal health in 2009 call or email to schedule your FREE consultation:

Teresa Rodden

Certified Health Coach

FreeHealthCoachSupport.com

(503) 502-5851

ChooseToLose@comcast.net

New Year’s Resolutions December 31, 2008

What is a New Year’s Resolution?

New Year: New beginning or Fresh start

Resolution:  I think it’s best to break it down to the base of the word: Resolve

I heard it best defined as follows: 

“Resolve:  To make a promise to yourself that you will never give up!”

I am always surprised by the number of people who are willing to accept poor health rather than take charge of their health with nutrition, exercise and a little thing I call hope.  Basically, they are giving up!

Unwilling to consider the possibilities of putting their life into 5th gear, full throttle, and living out their dreams.

Thank goodness Sarah (pictured above) took a chance and didn’t give up.  She didn’t believe she could lose weight.  She had been doing another program for years and managed to lose 10lbs several times.  Unfortunately, never accumulative, if you know what I mean.  Her words to me were “Whatever, the worst that could happen is it won’t work and I won’t be any worse off for trying.”  All I have to say is “Bravo – IT WORKS”.  Sarah is more than half way to her goal with 60lbs of fat gone and she looks fantastic!

I’m not just talking about losing weight.  I’m talking about feeling great!  Building confidence!  Having the energy to do a little more day after day!  Engaging in your life!  Not just for a New Years Resolution, but choose to for life!  What would that look like to you?

Whether you need to lose weight or not, a nourished body out performs on all levels; mind, body, and spirit, than a body that is poorly nourished.

Consider your New Year’s Resolve….

Are you willing to keep trying?

If so, I can help.  Call me for a personal one-on-one consultation (503) 502-5851.  No obligation.  We’ll just talk about your health and wellness goals for the amazing year to come.

To your health & happiness,

Teresa Rodden CHC/ED
FreeHealthCoachSupport.com
ChooseToLose@comcast.net

PS Be sure to check out www.FreeHealthCoachSupport.com under “what’s happening” for open Tastings and Informational and Client Support Night.

Contemplating the “weighting” game August 12, 2008

While waiting for my car to be serviced and hoping I don’t receive devastating news from the ever so friendly Service Manager. I was remembering how I had been waiting for a miracle cure for my obesity for several years. Waiting for the magic pill to help me lose the weight I was so clever at denying and making excuses for as many of us do. And I was waiting for my car to be serviced I wondered how many others are waiting for that same “easy to do”, “don’t have to work at it” weight loss cure?

I had thought something will inspire me to lose weight. I will wake up one day and be resolved at losing my extra weight. At one point I even thought I’ll get sick and that will help me get to a healthy weight and then I will be able to maintain it. Thank goodness that prayer wasn’t answered. As twisted and grossly misguided as those thoughts are – it’s the truth. Okay, now, don’t think that my thoughts are so off the mark. I think there are many people out there that have had these thoughts and possibly more extreme.

Okay, I never found the miracle cure for weight loss. I found something better. Better because I chose to take action. I chose to take control. I chose Take Shape For Life. I chose well. I am healthier now as a result of that decision. Full circle healthier, mind, body and spirit. Take Shape For Life has a term for it called the Trilogy of health. TSFL factors in finances into the Trilogy. That is just an added bonus that I get to earn a living while helping others achieve optimal health and help them feel as amazing as I do!

I know how exhausting, frustrating and depressing it can be to keep waiting for that inspiration. I can help. I’ve been there and I know how to make the changes necessary to live life strong and in control. How to make the shift from I wish to I will. Through personal one on one coaching and a program building better health through better nutrition, I can help you reach your weight loss goals.

For more information on how to get started go to www.CommitandSucceed.tsfl.com or www.teresarodden.com

Beginning Phase Two July 30, 2008

It’s time! To buckle down the hatches and take off the last 30lbs to hit my goal weight. July had a lot of planned breaks from my 5 and 1 program, such as, my birthday, 4th of July, vacation, etc., but as far as I’m concerned it’s time for “back to school”.

I had an amazing presentation today at East Portland Chamber of Commerce and was inspired to take control and polish off the remainder of my excess weight. I hit my mid-way mark around the first of July and thrilled through the utilization of Transition and Maintenance tools kept the weight off and actually lost a couple more pounds. I’m very excited to get refocused and feel that clean light feeling when on the 5 and 1 program. How would you like to join me in losing 30lbs by October?

I would love to hear from you and would be open to a challenge. If you have more than 30lbs to lose maybe we could do 50lbs. by Thanksgiving? Sound aggressive? It’s really not. Not with Take Shape For Life. If you follow the program as it’s designed it’s like magic. Just think….50lbs lighter for those holiday pics, a little wiggle room for those holiday gatherings and best of all, no need to make that New Years’ Resolution to lose weight. You will already be on your weigh!

Just the beginning! July 24, 2008

Wow!!! Thank you Ed Bejarana for your words of encouragement and helpful guidance. I am amazed with this technology. I was just sharing the challenge of having a website that really sells my program and product www.CommitandSucceed.tsfl.com yet gives me no venue in providing information on my unique Coaching style and approach that supports my clients success in their weight loss and journey to optimal health. This is short and sweet as it was a last minute nudge from who I would refer to as a “Blog expert” whom I respect and admire for his generous contributions to his business network.

I’m here! July 23, 2008

Yeah! It’s so good to have a forum to share my personal approach with coaching clients to optimal health. I look forward to sharing my own personal opinions, experiences, philosophy and of course the program I recommend, Take Shape For Life, www.CommitandSucceed.tsfl.com. It has changed my life forever and I know I will help countless others make their own transformations for their greater health. Anyone who has an interest in losing weight fast with a program that is convenient and affordable I encourage you to stay tuned. This is an exciting journey and one I look forward to your company on. And a”weigh” we go……..