This unique workbook is full of in - depth information' moving personal stories' and insightful exercises to help people understand and resolve their food' weight and body issues. It takes readers through four Journeys on such topics as; Isolation vs. Reaching Out Thoughts vs. Feelings Criticism vs. Praise Emotional Hunger vs. Physical Hunger Weight Control vs. Natural Weight Holding On vs. Letting Go Diet vs. Live - it .Includes a special section for professionals who want to lead Don't Diet' Live - It! Groups' with a sample structure for meetings' group guidelines' goals' and responses to common problems. Also includes lists of Internet sites' organizations' support groups' and recommended readings.

This gradual approach focuses on healthy living and sound nutrition to result in successful lifelong weight control.

Millions of full-figured women face discrimination and cruelty every day of their lives. Too many hopelessly struggle to conform to society's image of how a "real woman" should look. Now, one man offers a bold new direction with this powerful and sensitive affirmation of the beauty, desirability, and sexiness of big women. Real Women Don't Diet will alter the way the women of America view themselves. How did Ken Mayer become such an outspoken and forceful advocate for the attractiveness of large women? He begins by revealing an intensely personal and intimate look at the realization of his own sexual fascination for big, beautiful women. Real Women Don't Diet explores the unrealistic roles that are created by the media. Ken exposes the male insecurities and frustrations which lead to the abuse of power and documents the forces behind the manipulation of women. It becomes clear how the interests of the fashion, medical, and fitness industries are served by making females feel overweight, unhealthy, and undesirable. Real Women Don't Diet is also a celebration of the triumphs of big women in their efforts to achieve a positive self-esteem. You'll hear the courageous stories of women who grew up "fat" by society's standards. The author, a large size fashion photographer, includes portraits of women that capture added dimensions of beauty, shattering the stereotyped image of feminine sexiness. Ken Mayer challenges women to take a stand and fight for the right to be themselves--regardless of their size; to refuse to be exploited. His message is simple, yet profound: large women are perfect, just as they are. Real Women Don't Diet will convince you that big women are attractive to the kind of men who desire women with presence--women who achieve their mental, emotional, and physical potential.