From Triggered to Trust: It's Time to Write a Book

Join me behind the scenes as I write the book I wish I had.

Have you ever wished for a book that truly understood your struggle with food? I'm writing that book, and I want you to be part of the process.

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How it all started

Every journey begins with a single step, and mine started with a New Year's resolution. As 2024 began, I set a goal to write a book—a goal that felt both exciting and daunting. I envisioned a leisurely writing process throughout the year, culminating in a 2025 publication to coincide with my 50th birthday celebrations.

But life has a way of accelerating our plans. A few months ago, I found myself at Rich Litvin's coaching intensive, surrounded by like-minded individuals passionate about growth and transformation. Rich's emphasis on courage and connection resonated deeply with me, and I started looking for ways to practice courage.

When Rich announced a program to write a short book, it felt like God was giving me a nudge. This wasn't just an opportunity—it was an invitation to step out of my comfort zone and bring my vision to life sooner than I'd imagined.

Today marks the beginning of this journey. It's a sprint, not a marathon, and I'm diving in headfirst. The book I've been dreaming about is no longer a distant goal—it's becoming a reality, right here, right now. And I want you to be part of this exciting process.

My current emotional state

I am practicing the skill of allowing multiple emotions as I prepare for this process. Here are just a few of the emotions that are coming up for me:

excited, committed, nervous, open, curious, uncertain, trusting

A couple of weeks ago I did a podcast about confidence where I mentioned that the first step to confidence is commitment. The next step is courage - the courage required to follow through on the commitment. This will create capability, and then confidence will come at the end.

Right now I feel committed and courageous. And also nervous and uncertain. I’m open to how this will unfold and I’m trusting that this book will be helpful for at least one person out there.

What’s the book about?

I'm writing the guide I desperately needed during my darkest moments with food. It's about:

• Stopping the feeling of being out of control around food

• Understanding that you aren’t broken

• Discovering the missing pieces: safety and trust - with yourself and with food

• Moving beyond the cycle of restriction and binge eating

• Cultivating connection with yourself and with others so that you no longer need to disconnect with food

Come along for the ride

Creating a new relationship with food requires connection. So why not use connection through the process of writing about it? I’d love to connect with you through the process and get your feedback and response.

Creating a new relationship with food also requires safety. Writing this book will require safety for me. The way I will create this safety for myself is to share my process and my drafts with my paid subscribers only. I figure if you resonate with me enough to consider a paid subscription, you will be kind and respectful in any comments and feedback.

Here's how you can be part of this exciting journey:

1. Exclusive Access: Paid subscribers will get behind-the-scenes access to chapter drafts as I write them.

2. Your Voice Matters: Provide feedback and share your experiences to help shape the book.

3. Weekly Updates: Stay informed about the progress through regular email updates.

4. Free E-book: All paid subscribers will receive a complimentary electronic copy upon completion.

Why Become a Paid Subscriber?

• Influence the direction of a book that could change lives

• Gain early insights that you can apply to your own relationship with food

• Receive exclusive content not available anywhere else

• Be part of a supportive community on a similar journey

Ready to join me on this transformative journey? Become a paid subscriber now and get immediate access to the "Book In Progress" section!

Let's Connect

I'd love to hear from you. Share your experiences in the comments below.

What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about your relationship with food years ago?

PS - The name change is still in the works, stay tuned!