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Over 50, after menopause surgery and multiple injuries (but especially because of an insane craving for chocolate), the author found herself almost 100 pounds overweight. In 2015, Jory Ames. began her journal and journey to lose 60 pounds in 6 months, by going vegan, dedicating herself to exercise, and writing down everything she ate. But she was surprised by the dramatic changes in her health and attitude besides weight loss. This book details the sometimes challenging journey to wellness of the author. She writes for her readers as well, especially those dealing with weight-related issues. As Jory writes in the Introduction: "I've read over 100 diet books in my lifetime. I'm not telling you that to say I'm some kind of expert, but instead to explain why I wrote this, am sharing it with you, and what my approach is. My frustration in reading all those books is that I wanted to know exactly what the successful dieters ate and exactly how much they exercised to lose weight. I wanted a manual that I could follow or not, agree with or not, but at least know. I didn't want just 'I lost 50 pounds and so can you' stories ... I wanted the specific, truthful, day-to-day how. But not one of those books I read did that."You will find her story motivating, entertaining, and most of all, honest.

This is a unique approach to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), from the perspective of an adult who is seeking to understand her diagnosis. This book covers the effects of ADHD on one's life, work, school, and relationships, as reflected on by the author through memories and examples. It looks at the maddening qualities of ADHD, as well as the positive, creative parts of the disorder. (In fact, the author likes to redefine ADHD as Always Daydreaming, Hoping, and Doing.) The book provides many details about how ADHD has shaped the author's life and those around her.

In her first weight loss book, Jory Ames set out on a journey to lose 50 pounds in 6 months. Her original goal and approach changed as she discovered the ease and comfort of living healthy.This book is her journal to final goal, which was slightly less than she originally planned for but at the same time so much more than she hoped for or expected, all through healthy living. The changes in her life, appearance, and physical abilities are detailed through true stories and photographs. On her way to goal, Jory faced obstacles, such as the physical pain of fibromyalgia, a sudden need for surgery, and the loss of her beloved older dog. Incredibly, she also faces a two-month weight-loss plateau, despite increasing her exercise. Still, she finds her way through without turning to food, as she always has before during life's trials. This story is intended to be inspiring, entertaining, and even practical, as she details every inch, pound, calorie, and step. In a year and half, Jory Ames lost 86 pounds and never fears gaining it back again. This book explains why she has that confidence and how you can too.

Thank you for sharing this ADHD exploration together with me I always kept in mind, while writing this, that - although I am sharing very personal stories - many people have similar issues in their lives and are also looking for answers.First, I aimed to help others by being honest about my own experiences. Second, I wanted to do the following to help not just me but others with ADHD by researching ADHD treatments; reading books, articles, and websites; trying many of the suggestions; and offering my feedback on what I've explored. I hope this journal helps you know that you are not alone. I care about you and what you are struggling with. Together, we can find the good in ADHD and make it work for us - to our advantage - instead of us feeling like ADHD is controlling our lives. Overall, I think educating myself has been the most powerful tool of all. Understanding ADHD with both its gifts and challenges has made it easier for me to live with and, I think, easier for others to live with me .Let us strive to enjoy this journey of self-discovery together. (This can be read together with my book Just One More Thing: A Writer's Journey to Understanding and Managing ADHD or alone.)