Welcome to secrets news issue 27

Let me fill you in on a little secret...
Free introductory weight loss/health coaching offer

There are 3 secrets that I would like to share with you in this newsletter:

• For those who want to make some changes in your life we are offering you the opportunity of a free coaching session.
• Slim Secrets are now heading to the UK
• Some fun networking evenings to see the new Sex and the City movie

Are you ready to make small changes and see big results?

"The first few steps you take on any journey won't get you where you want to go. But without those first steps and the many more that follow, you would always be standing right where you are, looking towards the future and wondering what it would really be liketo see your world the way you always dreamed it could be."
Nick Santana

This is an Interesting quote. It makes me think of how a baby gets up and tries to take that first step. Sometimes they fall down and other times they take a few steps and then fall down. They keep trying until finally they can walk across the room.

We never lose that ability to keep trying until we succeed; it only gets buried under our ego, thoughts and fears. How can we awaken the desire to continue taking those first steps?

What usually works is a desire to make a change. Let's take for instance you want to lose 10 kilos by Summer. Your ego and thoughts want to protect you from failure so they tell you, "It is impossible to lose 10 kilos by Summer, so why even try." Listening to your ego and thoughts, you decide not to make any positive changes until after New Years.

Let's change the situation. Your ego and thoughts still tell you the same story; however, you are determined and feel positive about your ability to lose some weight before summer. Your first step is to then find some tools you can use to change your behavior.

By taking any small steps, it will renew the same ability you had as a baby to keep striving until you reach your goal. It does not matter if you fail. It only matters whether or not you continue taking the steps until your new behavior becomes a habit. As Nick Santana states in his quote, the first steps are the most important because it starts you on your journey of taking the required steps to see your dream come true.

I invite you to start taking one to two small steps and continue taking them everyday until they become a habit before changing your plan or adding additional steps. It has been proven that it takes 21 days to change a habit.

Just like some people engage personal trainers to help reach their fitness goals, or sportsman use coaches, businesses employ consultants sometimes we also just need some help and support in certain other areas of our lives.

We are pleased to offer you a free online (or phone) coaching session with Danielle Ferris of ShapeShifters at www.healthyandhappy.com.au ShapeShifters support, guide and motivate you to reach your ideal weight, health and lifestyle goals. They provide one-on-one coaching to keep you accountable, committed and on track. Email danielle@healthyandhappy.com.au to book your FREE intro session where you will get started on creating life balance, defining your vision, setting challenging and desirable goals and designing a plan for action.

Slim Secrets products heading to the UK

For those UK subscribers who have been asking for some time now when they can purchase Slim Secrets in the UK, I can excitedly tell you that this will be possible in the next few weeks. Both Slim Secrets and Nutrient Secrets bars will be available for sale at www.australiashop.co.uk

Networking can be fun and rewarding!

Would you like to meet with new and interesting women and expand your network?

Corporate Chicks holds monthly events in Sydney and Melbourne that connects women from a variety of industries and backgrounds in a relaxed and friendly networking environment and provides an opportunity to engage with inspiring speakers. Networking is essential for professional development and personal growth and satisfaction. If you aren't sure about networking, come along to their next event to see what all the hype is about!

Sydney - Breakfast Events
Friday 13 June
Guest Presentation: Reno Chick talks property and living your passion

Sydney - Evening Events
Monday 16 June
Sex and the City Movie Night

Melbourne - Evening Events
Wednesday 18 June
Sex and the City Movie Night

Melbourne - Breakfast Events
Friday 20 June
Guest Presentation: When friendship hurts at work

Be safe and have fun.

Warm wishes

Sharon

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New Nutrition Secrets

Nutrient Secrets Radiant Peaches & Cream

Nutrient Secrets Radiant Peaches & Cream is a peach snack bar drizzled with white choc coating with added flaxseed, primrose and collagen.

Contains just 95 calories, 2.3 grams of fat, 4.2 grams of sugar, 59mg of calcium but still has 8 grams of protein per 28g bar. Radiant and delicious who could ask for more?

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Nutrient Secrets Smart Vanilla & Almond

A snack bar with a twist of flaxseed and ginkgo.

Nutrient Secrets Smart Vanilla and Almond is a delicious chewy snack bar full of nuts with added flaxseed and ginkgo and a hint of vanilla flavor. Contains just 88 calories, 2.5 grams of fat, 3.7grams of sugar but still has 8 grams of protein per 28g bar. What smart person could ask for more?
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Nutrient Secrets Hearty Cranberry Crumble

A snack bar with a twist of flaxseed, soy and green tea extract.

Nutrient Secrets Hearty Cranberry Crumble is a yum snack bar with a combination of cranberries, nuts and chocolate with added flaxseed, soy and green tea extract. Contains just 84 calories, 2.5 grams of fat, 3.3 grams of sugar but still has 7 grams of protein per 28g bar. In your heart you know this is the one for you.
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Slim Secrets Mintabolism Boost

Would you like to look hot without the chillis? Does your 'mintabolism' need firing up? Then this bar is the smart snacking secret weapon for you.

The new Mintabolism Boost bar packs a punch with green tea extract (concentrated tea) which contains antioxidants that come from polyphenols in the tea.
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Slim Secrets Morning Rev-Up

One of the first bars of its kind to contain real coffee beans High in fibre and rich in protein, it will leave you satisfied for longer, without the fall in blood sugar levels and feeling of hunger in a short time.

Need something to fill the mid morning gap? If you crave coffee and sweets and you need a boost, here's a secret weapon to get you going.
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Slim Secrets Afternoon Snack-Attack

A choc caramel and nut decadent snack that you will think is too good to be true. High in protein and only 3.9g of fat per bar, it will provide consumers with a great snack to keep them going till dinner. May even help prevent overeating at meal times.

Feel an afternoon feeding frenzy coming on? If the day has worn you out and you need a bit of a pick-me-up, here's a secret weapon to keep you going.
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Slim Secrets Night Time Binge - Buster

A delicious blueberry and raspberry bar, made from real snap frozen fruit, drizzled with smooth white chocolate that melts in your mouth. High in protein and 3.12g of fibre per bar, this mouth-watering bar will give you an increased feeling of fullness and satisfaction. Wheat free and low GI carbohydrates mean you'll stay healthy without staying hungry through the night.

Often suffer from the nighttime nibbles? If you're craving something sweet after dinner and don't want to sabotage your health goals, here's a secret weapon to get you through.
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