Diane Petrella

08/13/2026

Hi Friends… I hope you’re enjoying your summer!

I’m having a lovely vacation and road trip in Wisconsin. Had a beautiful day yesterday hiking in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, on Lake Superior. The cliffs are gorgeous!

Enjoy your day!

08/10/2026

Please folks... do your research on what you eat. Your body needs you to give it real and wholesome food, not the manufactured, ultra-processed stuff.

08/01/2026

My priority the last 3 1/2 months was taking care of my health after being diagnosed with endometrial cancer mid-April. Now I'm done and will just have regular follow-ups.

Several people asked me if I was going to celebrate. I actually don't feel the need to celebrate because all along I didn't make this a big deal.

From the beginning of this journey I mostly felt incredibly grateful because I know that some other cancer diagnoses are much worse.

I saw this as cancer with a small "c." I knew it was treatable and curable.

This whole experience was simply a life adventure. My identity was not wrapped up in it. I never considered myself a "cancer patient" (obviously my medical providers do but that's not my mindset) and I certainly don't see myself as a "cancer survivor."

I AM a very healthy person who happened to have some pesky cancer cells growing inside of me.

And now they're gone.

I know how fortunate I am. Especially because I have great medical insurance and live in an area with outstanding medical care.

It pains and angers me that others are not as fortunate and that our government is making it harder for people to have access to affordable healthcare. More on that another time.

If you read my initial posts about this diagnosis, I had a very subtle symptom and acted immediately. If you can learn anything from my experience, let it be to act quickly if you notice anything amiss with your body.

That's not being paranoid. It's being prudent.

For many medical issues, our body tells us that something is off. Give yourself and your body the gift of mindful attention and get a medical evaluation sooner rather than later.

Wishing you a beautiful and peaceful weekend. To your health and happiness.

💚,
Diane

07/29/2026

A powerful truth.

Comment "Program" if a narcissistic family meant a supportive one was never on the table and you're ready to stop waiting for it

07/25/2026

This is so true. I do my best to eat as healthfully as possible and reduce or eliminate my intake of concerning additives.

I use the Yuka app whenever I food shop. I only use it see what additives may be in the foods I'm buying.

Yuka not only tells you if there are additives, they rate them (low, medium, high risk) so you can make an informed decision. I tend to avoid anything with additives in that high-risk category.

Are you aware of the additives in the foods you eat? Have you used the Yuka app?

Very true!

07/23/2026

In our productivity-obsessed society, remember the 80/20 rule.

The 80/20 rule, which is the Pareto Principle, suggests that 80% of our results is due to only 20% of our actions.

This means that when we eliminate the unnecessary—mindless distractions & unimportant tasks—we accomplish more with greater ease.

What can you eliminate today so your day flows smoothly and easily?

07/19/2026

In my work with clients, I've seen that the strongest and wisest people are the ones who can own the truth about themselves.

It may not feel easy. But it is freeing.

Will you do the hard work it takes and look inward with self-compassionate eyes to accept—and love—your truth? This includes the parts that may feel hard to love too.

Because your whole self deserves your whole love. 💜

07/17/2026

GLP-1 drugs have been used for about 20 years for Type 2 diabetes and about 10 years for weight management.

If your healthcare provider has suggested this to you for either diabetes or weight management, be sure to educate yourself about the short and long-term side effects as would be advisable for any medication you take.

Some professionals in the eating disorder community have strong opinions against these medications. And with good reason because of the possible impact on your relationship with food and your body.

If you struggle with an eating disorder, it's especially important that you're also receiving mental health care to help you navigate your relationship with your body and food while taking these drugs.

Listen to all voices so you can make a balanced decision.

My opinion is that, if you're on these medications or considering, this is between you and your health and mental healthcare providers. It's no one else's business. Just do your due diligence and make the best decision for you.

Your body, your choice.

07/15/2026

When you live the truth of "don't take anything personally" as per Don Miguel Ruiz in his book, The Four Agreements, you're not rattled by what others do or say because you know it's not about you.

You live with greater inner peace.

Thank you, Adeife Adeyeye for adding to this this powerful message.