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Encouragement to help you create memories that matter this holiday.

What's in your bin?

Be inspired to help bear one another's burdens as Colleen shares a sweet little story about an amazing little girl

Join Colleen as she shares some interesting facts about trees. There is so much we can learn from these remarkable creations.

Let the autumn leaves falling inspire you to let go of the behaviors, beliefs and belongings that may be weighing you down.

Learn a new life management strategy as Colleen shares a friend's harrowing experience in a riptide. Get your copy of the #1 Bariatric Best Seller, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients here: https://www.amazon.com/Success-Habits-Weight-Loss-Surgery-Patients/dp/0974017973/ref=sr11?m=A3B8EHSFMPG8PM&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1540998543&sr=1-1&fbclid=IwAR3D0N0-RNjUMDeWfRJP8uFHNh1Yzfa4AO9_zXKROrFquWWDFZ16heUZE

Join Colleen as she takes Denise Roden back to the beginning of her successful WLS journey. Learn more here: https://bariatriccenterforsuccess.com/

Gain great insights and information from WLS Veteran Sandi Henderson. Learn more from her here: https://wlssuccessmatters.com/

Listen and learn and Colleen interviews Wendy Campbell - Veteran WLS Success stories. Visit: https://wlssuccessmatters.com/

Learn from and be inspired by Anisa Grantham, LPC, MAC as she recaps lessons learned from over 20 years as a successful WLS patient. Visit https://anisagrantham.com/ to learn more.

A bit about my journey

Perhaps you can relate to how I was feeling and what prompted me to have weight loss surgery all those years ago

Learn how and why I intermittent fast regularly and have had such great success in maintaining my weight. Get your copy of the #1 Bariatric Best Seller, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients here: https://www.amazon.com/Success-Habits-Weight-Loss-Surgery-Patients/dp/0974017973/ref=sr11?m=A3B8EHSFMPG8PM&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1540998543&sr=1-1&fbclid=IwAR3D0N0-RNjUMDeWfRJP8uFHNh1Yzfa4AO9_zXKROrFquWWDFZ16heUZE

Colleen Cook shares new insights and details about the new habits she has implemented to maintain her 125 pound weight loss following bariatric surgery in 1995. Colleen is the President of Bariatric Support Centers International and sought after industry speaker. Follow Colleen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsup

what I learned and how my body is now fat adapted.

The how and why I lost 28 pounds of regain!

What I know now , I didn't know then.

New research, new understandings, new successes.

Learn what the most successful long term WLS patients know and do what they did to ensure your success. Get your copy of the #` Bariatric Best Selling book at

https://bsciresourcecenter.com/product/success-habits-of-weight-loss-surgery-patients/

Reclaim the new you with these essential resources. Learn what long term successful patients know and do what they did. Classes, workshops, webinars, support groups all designed to help you reach and MAINTAIN your weight loss for good. Learn more: https://bsciresourcecenter.com/bariatric-patients/

It happens to the best of us. That fateful day when you reach the “End of Invincible” Join 27 year post op veteran Colleen Cook for this insightful session. Learn what happens when the WLS Honeymoon is over and the real work begins.

1. Identify 5 clues that YOUR honeymoon is over

2. Learn how to transition smoothly from losing to maintaining

3. Establish habits and commitments that stick

If you are considering or preparing for weight loss surgery, we know you have questions! Lots of them. Join Colleen Cook 27-year post op veteran and best-selling bariatric author, for a special discussion just for you. This presentation is not about surgery types or about surgeons, but about YOU, your whys and your worries. Colleen will delve into what life is really like as a bariatric patient, what it takes to live a bariatric lifestyle, maintenance challenges, address weight regain, and share insights on the need for long term education and support.

How exercise can improve your metabolism. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Love juice? Careful... Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

So many protein options - so little room. Learn to make the best choices. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

If your eyes are bigger than your stomach - learn more - Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Learn to value and effectively utilize your surgical tool. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Take charge of knowing what annual tests you need. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Learn ways to know your target zone. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Like a little fizz? Learn what long term successful WLS patients know about carbonation. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Know your fats - eat more than you think. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Yes, you can eat more than 2 ounces. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Rapid and significate weight loss may change your relationships with others. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

B-12 is important for all -but essential for weight loss surgery patients. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Vary your workout routine between aerobic and strength for best results. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Drink and drive - water that is! Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Understand your many choices when it comes to carbohydrates. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Sure, you cant eat much at one time but... Learn not to graze! Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Hit a plateau? Learn more ways to measure and track your progress. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Supplementing calcium in the diet is important for most; but essential for weight loss surgery patients. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

We all know the benefits of regular exercise, but sometimes, these common excuses keep us from our commitment. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

How much caffeine is too much to be healthy? Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Bored with vegetables? Understand their importance and take the challenge to broaden your selection. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Make the best food choices to help you feel fuller longer. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.

Understand the importance of setting and writing down your weight loss goals. Listen as Colleen Cook, Author of the #1 Bariatric best selling book, The Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients shares her insights.