Survive Holidays and Beyond......A Few Cynfully Good Tips!

This is the first time since I started my consulting practice that I haven't been sharing a continuous flow of the latest and greatest tips and recipes to help you survive the Holiday Season without compromising your weight loss or wellness efforts. Every recipe I post here, I attempt first in my own kitchen. Honestly, I just don't have the time to do all that right now.

At first, I felt like a failure and a bit of a let-down to my fans but punishing myself really profits no one- especially NOT ME! It doesn't diminish the fact that I am faithful and dedicated to providing a necessary service. It simply means I am being faithful and dedicated in other areas of my life and the lives of my loved ones.

This doesn't stop me from thinking of you nor does it mean I am not ready, willing and able to offer my opinions, advice or services. I still own and operate a thriving Nutritional Consulting Practice and meet with clients regularly. But my time is so limited these days and will become even more so when the New Year arrives. This means I will be posting here on this site less often. I do promise what I do post will be grand, tested, tried and true!

You already KNOW what to do! You already KNOW how to eat! It's simply a matter of transferring that knowledge from your head to your heart and soul.  Good health becomes a daily practice when it truly becomes a part of you- body, mind and spirit!  

I would like to take a moment now and offer a few healthy strategies to help you survive the holidays. These are nothing new but I can guarantee that if you apply these simple tips, you will sail through the season peacefully, lovingly, and without completely sabotaging your health or weight.

1. Your body is a temple. Treat it with tenderness, love and respect.

2.  Alcohol is toxic. Go easy on the booze and never, ever drink and drive! Don't let your friends drink and drive, either.

3. Give yourself a day or two of grace and EAT!  It's okay to indulge a little. Enjoy your favorite holiday treats and dishes. Have a cookie (or two), a piece of pie, or a second helping of mashed potatoes. Monday,  get right back to your healthy eating plan- no exceptions, no excuses!   And NO BEATING YOURSELF UP for what you did eat over Christmas. That's a sure-fire way to keep packing on the pounds right straight through 'til springtime. GRACE. Learn the word and practice it.

4. Don't stress over the things you didn't get done. Focus on the things you accomplished and give yourself a nice pat on the back. And don't forget to compliment and acknowledge others.

5. Simplicity is always best. Keep it simple. Simple decorations, simple gifts from the heart, simple gift wrapping, simple food.

6.  Give yourself permission to laugh, hug, cry, sing Christmas Carols at the top of your lungs, and to say "I love you". Give others permission to do the same.

7.  Sneak in some exercise. Dance, jog, do yoga, take the stairs, walk, play football. If you are lucky enough to have a White Christmas this year- get outside and play in the snow.

8. The greatest gifts you can give to others are  love, grace, generosity, and forgiveness.

9.  Be thankful. Shift the focus from what you don't have on to what you do have. 

10. Be true to yourself and let others see who you truly are. Be genuine, be real, be true to your own personal convictions, dreams and ideas. This is the greatest gift you can give to yourself.

May you be blessed beyond measure this holiday season with gifts that money cannot buy.

Merry Christmas!

Container Vegetable Gardens



'Tis the season to........ PLANT A VEGETABLE GARDEN!!

Don't have a big patch of land to plant your favorite vegetables? How about growing them in containers?

There is nothing as exciting, fun or healing as planting a garden. If you have limited space, don't have the time or energy to maintain a large garden, or prefer to keep things simple, a container vegetable garden is perfect!

In this article from sunset.com,  you will learn everything you need to know about planting and caring for your very own container gardens. They have also included a few delicious, healthy recipes to make with the vegetables you grow!

You can read this article today and get started on your garden tonight!

Container Vegetable Gardens

Homegrown Vegetables. No muss, fuss, or acres of land required. This is Cynfully Good......

Are You on a Diet Roller Coaster?

Diet! Diet! Diet!

Low Carb. No-Carb. High Protein. Vegetarian. Mediterranean Diet. Master Cleanse. Paleo-Diet. Juice Diet. Grapefruit Diet......

There are so many diets out there and each one claims to be the right one.

 It's so confusing.

 Perhaps you've tried one or all of them but you are still overweight, unhealthy, tired, and confused. 

You are on a virtual roller coaster and you want to get off!

Roller coasters are fun but not when it comes to your weight, your health and self-esteem!

Weight-loss is a big business and we invest thousands of dollars in books, programs, supplements,

gym memberships, and exercise equipment.

Do you want to end your battle with weight and low self-esteem? Do you want to put to rest some of  your health concerns like cancer, heart disease and high blood pressure?  Is it time start living the life you've always dreamed of?

When was the last time you talked with someone about your health and concerns and received individualized personal attention? It's rare for anyone to get an hour to work on their nutrition and goals with a trained professional. This is not a cookie-cutter, one-size fits all program. I have no quick-fix remedies or miracle pills to sell. 

What I do have is a passion for health, wellness, REAL food, disease prevention, and a desire to help you achieve your goals.  I want to see you become the healthiest, most successful version of yourself . 


Together, we will explore what really works for you and as your Personal Consultant, I will provide ideas, suggestions, and support every step of the way.

I will help you:

◦Assess your current eating habits and track improvements

◦Set goals

◦Make a nutritional plan and learn better eating habits

◦Learn how to shop for the right foods

◦How to prepare great meals

◦Improve digestion

◦Find motivation

◦Improve your appearance

◦Feel better

◦Improve your health

◦Gain muscle and lose fat

◦Strengthen your immune system

◦Improve mental alertness

◦Reach your goals

This is NOT a diet program! This is program for life! YOUR LIFE! 

  I can guarantee 100% Success!

My program is different than all the others. I practice a holistic approach to health and nutrition. I look at how everything in life is connected. It's all about balance- body, mind and spirit.

Does stress at your job or in your relationship cause you to overeat or does low energy prevent you from exercising or accomplishing daily tasks?  We will look at your current lifestyle and how everything affects the whole. Together, we will design a program just for you!

Here's the best part......
Once you are a client of mine, you will always be considered a client. I am always available for motivation, inspiration, and support. I will make time for you, whether by email, phone, or face to face. You can always count on me to be right by your side, every step of the way.

Want to learn more?  

Email me at metamorphosis321@hotmail.com.  Be sure to put Consulting in the subject line and I will send you a Health History form to complete and return.  Then, we'll talk: in person, via email, or over the phone.

One appointment COULD change your life. Why not give it a try?

Chocolate and Sex-- What a Combination...........

We all know that chocolate releases those 'feel-good' endorphins.  Eating a nice piece of chocolate has been compared to having sex. It's used as a substitute all the time ( usually unconsciously). As far as I am concerned, nothing compares to sex but I do understand why some people are die-hard choco-aholics. It relaxes them, soothes them and makes them feel GOOD!

Anyone remember the Seinfeld episode where George Costanza tried mixing sex with food? He wanted to combine two of his great pleasures in life. While making love with his girlfriend, he would roll over every few minutes and take a bite of the hero sandwich he had hidden under the covers.  His lover discovered  his 'kinky' obsession and dumped him but eventually he found someone else who shared the same passion.  Of course this is so far-fetched and utterly ridiculous but truly hysterical.

In my search for new and exciting things I found these.....

Chocolate Body Paint for lovers.  OK...this is not exactly new but if you are really passionate about chocolate, have a partner who is adventureous and doesn't mind getting a little messy (but not for long), hear me out...... 

Sometimes we need to spice things up a little. This is why there are those His &Hers love lotions on the market.  But they are artificial and loaded with chemicals and additives (not to mention-some taste down-right awful). I began to wonder......what would happen if we combined that rush of 'feel good 'endorphins we get from eating chocolate with one of the greatest pleasures we know....SEX?  I'm thinking Spontaneous Combustion!

Too kinky for ya? 

Hey.....who knows? Perhaps if you try chocolate this way, you will stop eating those huge economy sized bags of M&M's from COSTCO.  Think of the calories you'll save......and burn! Just sayin'....

Hmmm..... maybe George was really on to something.......

And I think it's something Cynfully Good..........



Four Books Every Woman Should Read

Here are the four books every woman should read (according to Mind Body Green) and I couldn't agree more. You can order them all right here through my site! Here's the article about each book. Why not splurge a little and buy all four? Give them as gifts, exchange with your friends, start a book club...... Enpower yourselves and others.

Four Books Every Woman Should Read

Empowered, sexy, happy, healthy women! Definitely Cynfully Good!