Welcome to my blog!
Some of it may be triggering, so please proceed with caution.
*Spicy Language Warning*


The Magic Called “Meditation”
A daily meditation practice is more healing than you may understand.


Are You Allowing Yourself Enough Kindness?
Consider stopping and smelling the roses (or taking a pic of them)

What’s Really Keeping You From Losing Weight?
This pic has nothing to do with weight loss, I just think it’s rad

What’s The Easiest Way To Lose Weight When You Have Depression?
Nothing depressing about those strawberries


A Discussion of Oprah’s TV Special “Shame, Blame, and the Weight Loss Revolution”
I may get sued if I post a pic of Oprah, so I’ll post this pic of me with my mentor Corrine Crabtree because a, I have permission to use this pic and b, Queen C and I both adore Oprah.

Are You Feeling Lost in Your Weight Loss Journey?
I know I’m a weirdo, but I could get lost in watching snow fall for hours.
Am I Depressed Because I’m Overweight, or Am I Overweight Because I’m Depressed?
Looking for moments of joy is one way to rise above depression.

Weight Loss Made “Easy”
Contrary to what we’ve been sold for decades, weight loss isn’t easy. But with the right guide, it IS possible.

How To Lose Weight Before The Holidays
With my son Declan, NYE 2020 - 40+ pounds heavier than today

How Did I Get So Overweight and Depressed?
Hiking California trails helps me not go back to being out of control with my weight and depression.

Why Do I Self-Sabotage My Weight Loss and How Do I Stop?
This margarita the size of my head was not self-sabotage, as this was my 40th birthday and I DID deserve it, dammit.


How To Get Motivated To Lose Weight When You’re Depressed
My two boys were my primary reason to get the support I needed.

Let’s Talk About What No One Will Talk About…Bulimia
Photo taken by my husband. Blossoms from our nectarine tree…the one I pruned nearly to death in a manic episode last month.