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September 05
Eating Healthy While Traveling
Here is a fun video of how I packed healthy food for the Transformation Dallas event. Watch as Eric Simpson tastes fresh wheat grass for the first time in my hotel room.
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Chris Winters Assignment # 4 2010 Challenge
After careful consideration, The Big Hurt and the offender involved, whom I still hold resentment towards can be described as:
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I Am
I am a 42 year old father of three wonderful childern (my oldest is 7 yrs) and married to an amazing women. Over the past six years, since my first son was born, I have progressively drank. It started on the weekends and then moved into the week nights. Early 2008 I lost my business and began drinking during the day. My life was going nowhere fast. I have been clean since June 30, 2008 thanks to the support and some very special people found here at T. When I started Transformation I was 201 lbs at 5'8", unemployeed, alchohol had taken over my life, and I reached an all time low in my life. After 18 weeks I dropped 40 lbs to 161 lbs. Most importantly I became a hero to my kids and wife and my life is now full of endless possibilities. When I first showed my before and after photo with my friends I did it because I wanted to let them know that if I can do it so can you. However, all they could see was what was in front of them (the photos and me). They could not make the connect that they could do it just like I did. Why? The pictures don't show the stuggles, the battles I fought (I still fight) with food and alcohol addictions, the mornings I did not want to prepare my meals for the day, the times I did not want to go to the gym, etc.. My message to anyone looking at my before and after photo is that I am a real person, with real life issues, and real struggles just like all of us. If I can do it so can you. Ok ,so being 41 having a six pack is all super cool. But let me share with you the best part. Once you achieve your physical goals your focus will shift from wieght lose to your life and the endless possibilities you possess. The challenges, struggles, and personal lessons you will learn in creating your own before and after photos will surpass all initial wieght lose goals. You will suddenly realize you can do and achieve anything you want. Change is universal, it knows no boundaries. It does not care if you are 18 or 80 year old, rich or poor, white or black, male or female. Human change is universal and when it happens it is magic! Make the change... be the change.
My Favorite Charity
Stand Up For Kids. The mission of stand up for kids is to help homeless and street kids.
To me, Transformation Means
My Goals
My transformation started out with weight lose and sobriety as my goals. Once I lost the weight and gained control of my alcoholism it then became about my life and the possibilities. I realized that the process is about human change and that change is universal. When a human changes is it magic. I want to share with others that change is indeed possible fore everyone and that what might start out as a health and weight lose goals can quickly turn into a personal believe that you have the power achieve anything you desire.
My Intentions
Who I'd Like to Inspire
My three kids, wife, and others.
WOW. Clarissa really summed it up with her comment below. You are such an inspiration Chris, and you positively impact so many lives, mine included. Much love, Paul.
Chris, thank you for just being YOU! Love Ya, ~Lisa
Chris, it was a pleasure meeting you in Dallas and hearing you speak. My wife and I still talk and tell people about the marshmellow. I will never forget that as I struggle with instant gratification. Also, thank you for the video's, blogs, and effort you put into sharing your journey with all of us here. It's not only inspirational, but very educational as well. - gav
So now that you have your veggie burner, you have to name it o.k. My truck is named The Greasy Beast, lol.... I'm thinking The Mercedes Beanz, lol..... Enjoy!!!!!!
Now what can I do with 100 gallons of vegetable oil? Speaking of which did you get the car? Be well, Dean
Chris, I know I already told you how I feel about you in person, but I wanted to say it again. You are articulate, present, bright, pointed and INSPIRING. I know you mean every ounce of what you say from the passion that surrounds you and all that you are! I love your strength on stage and your peaceful humility off!
Thank you for the quick chat before the race! Thank you even more for being the change for all of us! Blessings~~Christine
You are an incredible speaker, and very inspiring Chris. So many lives have changed because of you. I have always thought that if I can inspire one person that it would make me feel so good inside. You have inspired 1000's with your journey and what a gift you are to so many people. Thank you on behalf of everyone. Keep doing what you do~ With love, CLarissa
Chris, I can't stop thinking about the marshmallows. I've been spending all week making myself wait the entire 15 minutes, distracting myself by looking away, lol. Even posted a sign that says "DON'T EAT THE MARSHMALLOW" at my desk. Of all I remember of Dallas, that is the one thing that keeps coming back to me. Lost weight already this week. It was good to have you speak to us again.
I loved ur talk in Dallas....it helped to open my heart to the shame and guilt I have been hiding in my own life....loved it when u said, "hiding our addictions gives them power over us, getting them in the open suffocates them!" I appreciate the words you shared SO much....my deepest thanks....timberly :)
Chris it was nice meeting you in Dallas! You have inspired and encouraged me in many ways!
Hi Chris, Thanks for your kind words and for checking out my blog. I'm working hard at it! Glad you liked the profile picture too! ;-) Thanks for your support and encouragement! BTW - Great presentation at Dallas! You are very talented and gifted as a public speaker! God bless, Steve
Chris, I just had to write and tell you what joy I felt when I saw you first time in the lobby at the Fairmont. Something about your spirit works magic for me. And you are turning into quite a motivational speaker. You mean the world to Charles and me. Looking forward to October when we get to see you again. Jenny
Chris - Thanks for running some with Susanna and I during the 1/2 on Sunday! You are a truly inspirational person and a kind soul. It was such a pleasure meeting you. Have a wonderful day! Smiles to you and enjoy this beautiful spring day. ~ Jen
Loved the video with you and Eric. It was so funny that he really enoyed the wheat grass, I thought he was gonna choke or something =) Keep them videos coming, Chris. Have a wonderful day!
Chris!! Thank you!! It was such a pleasure to hear you speak and I whole heartedly agree with what you were saying about our food!! Awesome work my friend!! Can't wait for Denver already, this time I'll be running!! Thanks again for your support and encouragement! It means so much to me and I appreciate it!! Have a wonderful weekend!! hugs! -romney
Thanks for your Kind words, it's comments like yours that make all the hard work worth while,
Chris, I really enjoyed your speech in Dallas. Thank you for being such an inspiration. Have a wonderful weekend! Love, Robin
Dear Chris... It was a pleasure and a dream come true to meet you, Kyung Hee and your children. Thank you for allowing me to spend time with you and your family. I will cherish those moments for the rest of my life. It meant a lot to me that you took the little token in your pocket during your speech. You are a dynamic, compassionate and engaging speaker and it was one of the best performances I have seen - power packed, well articulated and well delivered. I wish you the very best for the next 2 rounds. Very Best~Prasad.
You were great on stage and I sure enjoyed your presentation! Great job! Proud of you! ~S~
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