Monthly Archives: December 2013
Keep dating the wrong guy, again and again?
Jump from one restrictive diet to the next, only to lose and gain the weight many times over?
If this sounds familiar, it’s time to look for patterns of behavior, and the answer may be simpler than you think. Believe it or not, ineffective dieting and disheartening dating have something in common.
You!
Instant gratification is the new normal for many of us. Quick fixes and gimmicks only feed the need to have the ideal partner or a svelte body now. This impatience spills over into the most important aspects of our lives—our love affairs and general well-being. In our haste, we lose touch with the values required to sustain good relationships and a naturally healthy weight. I’m here to tell you there is no sidestepping the requirement for thoughtful, deliberate and honest evaluation of yourself as you seek the perfect eating plan or a soul mate for life. Read more
Fa la la la la! It’s holiday time and I couldn’t be more excited! It’s probably no surprise to you that I’m a big gift giver. I do everything big! I la-la-la-love giving gifts to the special man in my life, but sometimes it can be hard to find a good dude gift. I mean, guys have it so easy! All women want is something sparkly with a heart felt card. But guys are tougher. So, if you’re having trouble finding your man the perfect gift, here’s a quick cheat sheet of gifts any man will love. Read more
You know I love women, but there’s one particular group of women I’m especially fond of, and that’s Moms. The other night was a perfect example of why I think Moms are so amazing. I was out with two clients, and my close friend and fellow coach John Keegan. We decided to eat at a lovely place in Venice called, “Café Gratitude.”
It’s a vegan restaurant. I’ve been there before and the food is always good. It’s the kind of place everyone kisses each other and has deep meaningful conversations. Most these conversations end abruptly when someone who’s on some angel path comes along, and diverts the conversation in a completely different direction. Read more
If you are like me and weren’t blessed with Kim Kardashian’s luscious brows, or grew up in the 90’s where over tweasing your eyebrows was cool, have no fear I’m here to show you how to fake a good brow. Read more
Guys, wasn’t it just Thanksgiving last week? How do I suddenly feel like I’m behind in holiday shopping? I have a really long list this year, because I have so many people who have been very, very nice to me. But, before I get back out there shopping, I wanted to take a second an answer your #AskPatti questions. Here we go! Read more
Have you ever caught yourself saying things like, “I’m not into men right now. I’m taking a break from dating. I’m staying single?”
Have you said to your friends, “I just can’t be bothered with relationships anymore?”
Why did you say these things?
Did you seriously want time on your own, or did something happen in your past that made you feel like that? Read more
