Diane Petrella, Author at Diane Petrella

Sep

Stress Eating: It’s About Your Brain (not the food!)

Do you compulsively overeat and struggle with your weight? And, were you abused and traumatized as a child? If you answered yes to both questions,...

Apr

Stop Fat-Shaming Yourself: Lose Weight with Radical Self-Respect

Diane Petrella

“Hey, I’m not fat. I’m just easy to see.”  “I’m in shape. Round is a shape.”  “Every time I lose weight, it finds me again!”...

Dec

31 Gifts to Honor Your Body

Diane Petrella

If you’re like me—and most people—come January 1st, you’ve probably already created a long list of New Year’s resolutions, goals or intentions to stay focused...

Dec

How Healthy Boundaries Lead to Healthy Eating

Diane Petrella

Do you say, “Yes” when you really mean, “No?” Do you agree to make a dish, attend a party, or have overnight guests when your...

Sep

5 Thoughts That Keep Your Weight Loss Stuck

Diane Petrella

Have you tried a dozen different strategies to release weight, but nothing’s worked? Or did you release pounds last spring that managed to find their...

Apr

Clutter Clearing for Painful Memories (and weight loss, too!)

Diane Petrella

It’s spring-cleaning season and a great time to clear the clutter from your life. An organized home filled with objects you love reduces your stress...

Dec

Journal Your Way to Weight Loss

Diane Petrella

Do you ever get discouraged about your weight-loss progress? Do you worry your efforts aren’t good enough? When you don’t see the results you want,...

Sep