SUCCESS STORIES

"As a woman who loves God and happens to be a psychiatrist, I highly recommend the 3D Plan to women who are looking to find balance in their life. Your Whole Life helps women to feed on God and healthy relationships with other women instead of ignoring feelings and numbing emotions with food. It teaches us to listen to the voice of God, listen to our body, and yes, to put ourselves first. We know we can’t take care of others until we take care of ourselves, but this book and group gave us permission and the support needed to do so. Strong women, each of whom epitomized the mythical “superwoman,” decided they didn’t want to be superwoman, but rather wanted to be whole, at peace with God, mankind and their body. We realized that as we managed our ‘whole life’ better, the weight loss would follow – and indeed it has.”
—Tanya D. Tuggle, River of Life Christian Center, Baltimore, MD

"I have done every diet imaginable and this is the best. The devotions are helping me so much, and I am learning to step back and be quiet and mindful in all areas of my life. I have lost 14 pounds so far.”
—Gail Spotts, Grace Lutheran Church, PA

"The web site was wonderful and gave me good information to take back to the group. Last week, some weight losses were reported, and nearly everyone was able to say that they had at least done something different to make changes in their lives. I feel that this program fills a need in all of us to pay attention to the whole person, rather than just focusing on food and what to eat or not eat.”
—Rev. Dr. Debra J. Hanson
Goodwins Mills United Methodist Church, Lyman, ME

"The 3D Plan helps you avoid your personal food and exercise traps by making you aware of them. It gives you tools to think about this question:  "Is this the best choice for me right now?"  And then you will eat the peanut butter on whole grain bread with a spot of jam instead of a grilled cheese and fries.” 
—Brenda Thompson, Reading Program Specialist, Women’s Division—General Board of Global Missions, United Methodist Church

"This book is my lifeline. The daily devotions touch on vital points and have helped me find the foundations for what I already believed. Your Whole Life has brought me the balance I was seeking – taking time to enjoy activities without guilt, but also helping me be more disciplined so that work is getting done. Oh, and did I say that I’ve lost 10 pounds?
—Karen Kellett, First Presbyterian Church of Springfield, PA

"We started a 3D group at our church in Morris and we are 20 plus strong! I am so excited that so many people want to improve their lives! I am leading it and the Parish Nurse is helping with the nutritional aspect. Already I am eating better, exercising more and talking to God more.”
—Karin Oehlwein, Friends in Christ Church, Morris IL

"I have finally gained a few more pounds and I am happy about it. I don’t need to lose any weight, but I have found the hard way how important it is to know all you can know about food and how it affects your body and functions. [Your Whole Life] has more to do with health than weight.”
—Carolyn, Presbyterian Women Nurture Committee

"I just thought I might mention that I have lost 80 pounds since we started the group last year.”
—Genie Creech, South Charleston, WV

"This book has been a wonderful asset to our church's small group ministry. As a member of our church's Health Team, I chose to facilitate a study and quickly I had 19 members to sign up (3 are men). Each week our discussions revolve around the week's theme, but what I like is that that the book lends itself to so many items of interest in the health field, that we have a hard time sticking to our hour of class. Besides the information by Carol and Maggie on the week's theme, I really enjoy the devotions, as they're so down to earth and applicable to our everyday lives. Keep up the good work - I hope to teach this class more times in the future, and I look forward to other publications along this same line. May God bless you all as you have done for our 3-D ministry!"
—Lynn Helton

"I like knowing it is God's influence and a desire to please Him that is helping me change my life and not necessarily a desire to lose weight. I have tried the other programs and want something that is more permanent."
—Peg South

I have come to be convinced, after many years of struggling to keep my weight down to a healthy level, that the effort to regulate my food intake is only part of the total picture. What are the issues behind my over-eating? A faith-based program is not afraid to address such deeper questions. I appreciate the non-diet emphasis. I think the devotions... are outstanding."
—Brad Lyle

"I chose a faith-based program because I have grown to appreciate the intricate connection between faith and wholeness of mind, body, and spirit. I love the non-diet approach the 3D offers because I now can look at food as a means to good health and wholeness. I have been very successful at making changes for me and my family without totally being denied of the occasional "splurge." It is a way of life, not just a temporary fix. It's an answer to lots of prayers offered."
—Sarah Schindler

"I first joined 3D about seven years ago. I was overweight, got tired easily, had high blood pressure that was not controlled, and osteopenia. Through 3D, I lost 60 pounds in less than 2 years. The results physically are that I have more energy, my blood pressure is normal, and the osteopenia is controlled. But more important to me, is the impact 3D had on my spiritual life. The devotions are outstanding and have helped me understand myself and the role God has in my life. I am more active in my church and faith as a result of this program."
—Helen Harms

"Our church sponsors not one but four 3D groups and collectively the members have lost hundreds of pounds. I myself have lost 60 pounds on the program and am still losing weight. Because of the personal insights I¹ve gained with 3D I now believe that I have a serious shot at keeping the pounds off for good."
—Donna Doan