I just read this interesting article at NYTimes.com on size discrimination.  I’ve been in this field for nearly 15 years, and while this is not new information, I am always happy to see it brought to the forefront. The key reason I initially got involved in the size acceptance community was because of  the discrimination [...]

I have been a student of Christine Schenk’s for about 9 years. Her work has changed my life and has given me the opportunity to blend her work with the work I do with plus-size women. She will be teaching an Introductory Course in NYC: The two-day Introductory Course into the CHRIS-Technique is part of [...]

Four days sitting and staying in my body from 9am-5pm and beyond. Incredible. I finished my training last week with my enery body teacher, Christine Schenk. What is most amazing is how peaceful it can be to stay grounded. There is less drama, chaos, and confusion. There seems to be less extreme highs and lows. [...]

…Or a boa (according to Max Szadek of www.Divabetic.org) or a red hat or a pair of high heels. Whatever the prop, I am confirming it is essential to have one of these fun, fancy, frivolous, frolicsome accessories in your possession! After celebrating my birthday yesterday with my new tiara, I was reminded that sometimes, [...]

2010! Now what?!? It seemed so different welcoming in the New Year. I wanted to slide through it and not make such a big deal about it. What was amazing was the incredible full “blue” moon. Magnificent. It’s taken me a few days to really clarify the New Year without going into overwhelm. I’m not [...]

I’ve never been a huge fan of winter, but now that I’m doing winter activities, it makes it much more bearable! Last week I had the opportunity to skate at Rockefeller Center under the enormous Christmas tree and then sledding on Sunday after the snow! OK – so maybe it’s been awhile since you’ve done [...]

What a thrill! As part of the PR for the Divabetic event held November 14th, we appeared on Good Day Street Talk with Sapna Parikh! My special thanks to Annie, Suzette, Allyshia and Rosie – all plus-size models – for their time and energy in making this dance come alive! Bollywood is so much fun [...]

Life is full of setbacks. Success is determined by how you handle the setbacks. Do one thing a day that scares you! Successful people replace the words “wish” and “should” with “I WILL!” Have a terrific day!

While some relish in the cooler temperatures, others may struggle with the chilly air and the shorter days. The key is to be aware of this natural cycle for your body. If the cooler temperatures invigorate you, get outdoors as often as you can and enjoy the brisk air as you take your walk. If [...]

Yesterday, I was CRAVING pancakes. What?!? I went through my usual process – is this a binge, what does my body need, am I upset about something, am I tired? Bottom line – the feelings were neutral. REALLY. So I sat myself down in the diner with a good writing project and ordered my coffee [...]