The Secret Life of a Weight-Obsessed Woman
Wisdom to Lead a Life You Crave
by Iris Pastor
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Pub Date Jan 30 2018 | Archive Date Jun 14 2018
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Description
In her honest and engaging new memoir, The Secret Life of a Weight-Obsessed Woman: Wisdom to Lead a Life You Crave (Ladies, Ink, January 30, 2018), Pastor describes the vicious cycle of bingeing and purging as a wife, mother, and grandmother. Offering an inside look at what it’s like to live with a shameful secret for decades, she shares her struggle to eradicate the monster within, proving that re-engagement and recovery is possible at any time of your life.
“My story is a source of both comfort, confrontation, and owning your actions,” says Pastor. “I want to simply and honestly reflect my struggles and my triumphs—to provide inspiration to those who think they cannot beat their own eating disorder to a pulp. Because I believe they can.”
Unlike the sea of other books written about eating disorders, The Secret Life of a Weight-Obsessed Woman is a personal reflection that reveals unique factors that trigger disorder eating in older women, and the different challenges that arise. Pastor chronicles with candor her uplifting story to show how others can break free from their illness and discover a happier, healthier life.
A Note From the Publisher
Author is available for interviews, blog tours, autographed tours, autographed book giveaways, contests, and book club discussions.
Advance Praise
This is a must-read for anyone who struggles with an eating disorder or knows someone who does; by sharing her experience, Iris offers insight, understanding and hope.”
— Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin, PsyD
“Easily digestible, witty, funny and sincere. I enjoyed reading your raw confrontation with your husband and his candid response. Thanks for adding to my life and giving me true inspiration.”
— Dr. Tanya Gold, MD, Family Medicine
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About the Author:
Iris Ruth Pastor has published more than 700 columns in various outlets, including the Huffington Post, where she was named a “Must Read Blogger.” Her new memoir, The Secret Life of a Weight-Obsessed Woman, emphasizes that change and renewal are possible at any age and any stage.
Speaking throughout the country on a broad range of topics centered on “Preserving Your Bloom,” Pastor offers insights on self-care as the key to happiness.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780965283236 |
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Featured Reviews
Dyane H, Reviewer
"The Secret Life of a Weight-Obsessed Woman" by Iris Pastor is a wonderful book. Pastor tackles a topic that has rarely been written about, especially by a woman in her 60's: lifelong struggle with bulimia. Her honesty, vulnerability, and quest to bring awareness to this eating disorder make for a compelling read. Pastor is a fine, expressive writer. She explains which tools and programs helped her achieve her recovery from bulimia. Her bravery in overcoming her shame and sharing the truth of her "ED" (eating disorder) with her family, friends, and the public is commendable and inspiring. Highly recommended!
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