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“In two decades I've lost a total of 789 pounds. I should be hanging from a charm bracelet.” ― Erma Bombeck Hello, I'm Pat Coakley and this is episode 35 of Podsnacks the weekly edition of my daily blog, www.artofthediet.com and this week Erma's quote fits the topic perfectly, Procrastination Part II as well as … Continue reading "Procrastination Part II: My Evil Twin is Real:PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 035" The post Procrastination Part II: My Evil Twin is Real:PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 035 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

Procrastinate now, don't put it off. •Ellen Degeneres Hello and welcome to episode 34 of Podsnacks,  the weekly podcast of my daily blog, www.artofthediet.com It's tax season in the US.  Nothing is put off more, with the exception of starting a diet, than doing one's taxes.  Since I recently had an epic bout of procrastination … Continue reading "Procrastinate now. Don’t Wait. Part 1-PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 034" The post Procrastinate now. Don’t Wait. Part 1-PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 034 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

“Preach not to others what they should eat, but eat as becomes you and be silent. ” ― Epictetus Well, so much for the “silent” part but I am not preaching what others should eat, just the effects of what I am currently eating and why.  I do not recommend it to anyone because honestly, … Continue reading "Change is Good. You go first. Part II-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 033" The post Change is Good. You go first. Part II-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 033 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

There are basically two kinds of people. People who accomplish things, and those who claim to have accomplished things. The first group is less crowded. • Mark Twain I decided to turn my Part 1 and Part II blog posts about “Change is Good. You Go First ” into two podcasts.  Today, is Part 1.   … Continue reading "Change is Good. You go first. Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 032" The post Change is Good. You go first. Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 032 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

I haven't trusted polls since I read that 62% of women had affairs during their lunch hour.  I've never met a woman in my life who would give up lunch for sex.-Erma Bombeck This is episode # 31 of Podsnacks the weekly edition of my daily blog, www.artofthediet.com. All editions are focused on one question: … Continue reading "Quit Quit Quit Then Succeed. Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 031" The post Quit Quit Quit Then Succeed. Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 031 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

“We are all here on earth to help others.  What on earth the others are doing, I do not know”.- W.H. Auden Hello, this is Pat Coakley and welcome to Podsnacks/Art of the diet, the weekly audio version of my blog, www.artofthediet.com As many listeners and readers know, but for the benefit of new ones, I document … Continue reading "Beating the odds at the scale. One woman’s story of 6+ successful years. Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 030" The post Beating the odds at the scale. One woman’s story of 6+ successful years. Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 030 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

  “I prepare for my new life as an adult like some people prepare for the apocalypse. The first day or two of my plans usually goes okay.” ― Allie Brosh, Hyperbole and a Half This sentiment by the wonderful Allie Brosh is exactly where I'm at with this new food plan and trying to maintain … Continue reading "The Apocalypse Now Diet:Podsnacks 029" The post The Apocalypse Now Diet:Podsnacks 029 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

Get your facts first, then you can distort them as you please. •Mark Twain And, then, after you get your facts straight, remember that: Five out of four people have trouble with fractions. – Unknown   Happy One Year Anniversary of Writing a Daily Blog about maintaining a sixty pound weight loss. How Often did … Continue reading "ChickPea High: PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 028" The post ChickPea High: PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 028 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

“Reality is just a crutch for those people who can't handle drugs”.  • Robin Williams I'm thinking B. B. King's “The Thrill is Gone.” in episode 27 of Podsnacks/Art of the Diet. ) All the references can be viewed on the show notes page at www.artofthediet.com/27) Leave it to Robin Williams (God Luv Him!) to … Continue reading "The Thrill is Gone. Good Riddance?-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 027" The post The Thrill is Gone. Good Riddance?-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 027 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

  People who think they know everything are a great annoyance to those of us who do.  Isaac Asimov It's episode 26 of Podsnacks/Art of the Diet and I'm laughing at the truth of Isaac Asimov.  Look around at the world, for a moment, there are alot of folks who think they know everything and … Continue reading "Creativity is the Secret Sauce-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 026" The post Creativity is the Secret Sauce-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 026 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

“I do not own any camping gear, but this is not a problem, as I have watched every season of Survivor.” ― David Thorne, The Internet is a Playground: Irreverent Correspondences of an Evil Online Genius This is episode 25 of PODSNACKS, the weekly podcast of my daily blog, www.artofthediet.com.  And, it's week #Two of … Continue reading "No Sugar No Grain. Sounds like a Reggae Song-PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 025" The post No Sugar No Grain. Sounds like a Reggae Song-PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 025 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

  I went to the bank and asked to borrow a cup of money. They said, ‘What for?' I said, ‘I'm going to buy some sugar.' Steven Wright Welcome to episode 024 of Podsnacks.  A week without sugar is my theme and I've experienced two new things so far, three if you want to count wanting … Continue reading "A Week Without Sugar-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 024" The post A Week Without Sugar-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 024 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

“How about you agree to waive the fine and I promise not to e-mail you the remaining eighty-six photos of my dog dressed as a bear?” ― David Thorne, The Internet is a Playground: Irreverent Correspondences of an Evil Online Genius It's January 13th, early enough for the bargaining with our new year health goals … Continue reading "Listen to My Self-Resolving Resolutions-PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet # 023" The post Listen to My Self-Resolving Resolutions-PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet # 023 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

  “Bill Gates is a very rich man today… and do you want to know why? The answer is one word: versions.”                                                                   … Continue reading "2016 Beta Version of Ourselves: PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet-022" The post 2016 Beta Version of Ourselves: PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet-022 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

“It would be really nice of me to volunteer for something.  Who knows…maybe I will someday. I'm such a good person for thinking of possibly doing that.” • Allie Brosh• Allie Brosh.  Oh, the talent, the wit, the insight.  She blogs about her life, wrote a book called, “Hyperbole and a Half: Unfortunate Situations, Flawed … Continue reading "Self. Motivation. Aaargh. PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 021" The post Self. Motivation. Aaargh. PODSNACKS/Art of the Diet 021 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

  “Moi does not recommend dieting.  The only way you can lose weight is the same way you lose anything-by forgetting where you put it.” •Miss Piggy This week is short. Five minutes. My sugar high produces zero attention span. Here are the last week's posts linked below. I'm sure there's something of value in … Continue reading "Exercise without Perspiration-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 020" The post Exercise without Perspiration-Podsnacks/Art of the Diet 020 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

“I tried every diet in the book.  I tried some that weren't in the book.  I tried eating the book.  It tasted better than most of the diets.” Dolly Parton Dolly's attitude toward diets is good to keep in mind this week as week two of  WeightWatchers® new diet plan is revealed.  Of course, they … Continue reading "Any Diet is Better Than No Diet-PODSNACKS 019" The post Any Diet is Better Than No Diet-PODSNACKS 019 appeared first on Art of the Diet.

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“Never eat more than you can lift.” • Miss Piggy The Superbowl for weight watchers all over the US is tomorrow, Thanksgiving Day.  Whether you are a member of a national program or just doing it on your own and trying to manage your weight, tomorrow looms large, equal parts terror and delight.  As a … Continue reading "Superbowl of Eating is Thanksgiving. Podsnacks-015" The post Superbowl of Eating is Thanksgiving. Podsnacks-015 appeared first on Art of the Diet.