The Power of Confession. Confession is not always about admitting the wrongs that we have committed, also about admitting and declaring ownership over what is true. In this episode of 90 Seconds to Success host Craig Thompson encourages us to have a positive outlook by confessing positive thoughts about our lives and ourselves.
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How Big is Your Dream? Size does matter, at least when it comes to our dreams. Host Craig Thompson encourages us to write down our dreams and set a time frame on them so that they go from wishful thoughts to tangible goals. By having goals that stem from our personal dreams, we are more likely to fight through obstacles to reach the end prize.
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Who Do You Think You Are? Many of us walk around with tapes playing in our head that other people put there. We believe what our parents or teachers said we can or cannot achieve, or should and shouldn’t do — and we put our own dreams on hold to keep others happy. In this episode of 90 Seconds to Success, host Craig Thompson encourages us to stop trying to live up to other peoples’ expectations and instead focus on the unique purpose for which each of us was created. Read the full story
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How did you celebrate reaching your goal weight? A beach vacation? A new tattoo? In the latest episode of Melting Mama’s Reality Bites, Beth addresses the sometimes peculiar ways that WLS post-ops mark the milestone, and fesses up to her own impetuous decision when she hit goal. Plus, she’ll address the troublesome topic of camouflaging extra skin after weight loss, and also turn you on to a tasty protein drink that will put a little extra kick in your step in her latest product review. Ready for a belly laugh? Tune in now to see Melting Mama in action!
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| WLS News – March 27, 2009
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 Bite-Sized Servings of Encouragement
Need a little pick-me-up? Feel like you just can’t get your head on straight ever since your surgery? Then be sure to tune into 90 Seconds to Success every day as Craig Thompson shares an inspiring message to help you stay healthy and happy, wherever you are in your weight loss journey! Now 12 years post-op, Craig offers guidance and support from the heart to members of the weight loss surgery community, and you’re sure to find his daily message inspiring! |
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 Have You Checked Out Our Facebook Page Yet?Connect with other friends and fans of the Weight Loss Surgery Channel on Facebook! Meet our faculty members, share stories with other pre- and post-op weight loss surgery patients from across the country, write on our wall, and upload your photos for all to see! These are just a few ways you can take advantage of the exciting social networking technology that Facebook offers. Just do a search for WLS Channel, and let’s be friends! |
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Tune into the March 27, 2009, edition of WLS News, to learn how excess abdominal fat can affect fertility in women, and how new scientific developments may lead to a magic bullet to treat obesity. We’ll also explore the harm that obesity can cause children as young as three years old, as well as how excess weight and related co-morbidities can speed the onset of dementia.
Plus we’ll find out whether an innovative gene therapy might provide a new treatment option for adults who struggle with their weight. And reporter Yvonne McCarthy, host of WLS Journeys, will highlight a wonderful website devoted to helping women practice better self-care. Click the player below to see this week’s newscast!
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Getting What You Deserve. During life’s tough times, when we call up our friends up to invite them to a pity party, often we’ll find ourselves saying, “Why is this happening to me? I deserve to be happy.” The truth is, happiness is not a right, and we really don’t deserve happiness if we act ugly toward others, or treat our bodies with a lack of respect. We deserve the consequences of our actions. In this episode of 90 Seconds to Success, host Craig Thompson encourages us to earn happiness, and offers tools for reaching that goal. Read the full story
The Food of Life. We all have our favorite comfort foods that make us feel happy and safe. But, for those of us who struggle with our weight, every food is comfort food. In this episode of 90 Seconds to Success, host Craig Thompson reminds us that we can no longer eat to distract ourselves from uncomfortable emotions if we want to keep the pounds off after weight loss surgery. Instead, we need a plan for managing those feelings, and tools to deal with life’s challenges, so we can stay healthy even when the going gets tough. Read the full story
