Lose It for Life: The Total Solution--Spiritual, Emotional, Physical--for Permanent Weight Loss [Paperback]

Stephen Arterburn (Author), Dr. Linda Mintle (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 29, 2007

Lose It for Life is a uniquely balanced program that not only deals with the physical issues of overeating but also focuses on the emotional, mental, and often-missed spiritual factors related to weight loss.

Even if you have already experienced some success on another weight-loss program (Atkins, South Beach, Weight Watchers, whatever), this book will give you the information and motivation you need to achieve a permanent "state of weightlessness," which is the secret to lasting results.

Lose It for Life was developed by best-selling author and radio personality Stephen Arterburn, who lost 60 pounds 20 years ago and has kept it off. In this revolutionarly book, he and Dr. Linda Mintle, who is known for her clinical work regarding weight issues, will help you accomplish what you desire most: permanent results.

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About the Author

Stephen Arterburn is a best-selling and award-winning author with over 8 million books in print. He has authored or coauthored such great books as Every Man’s Battle and Healing Is a Choice. He has also been editor of 10 Bible projects including the Life Recovery Bible. Steve founded New Life Treatment Centers in 1988 and is currently host of the radio and television show New Life Live. In 1996 he started the most successful traveling conference, Women of Faith, attended by over 4 million. He and his wife live with their 5 kids in Fishers, Indiana. In more than 20 years as a licensed therapist in clinical practice, Dr. Linda Mintle, co-author of the best-selling book Lose It For Life, has specialized in the treatment of adults, teens, and kids with weight issues. She is a nationally recognized writer and speaker and is the resident expert for ABC Family Channel's Living the Life. Dr. Mintle and her husband live in Virginia Beach with their two children.

--This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson (May 29, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401603831
• ISBN-13: 978-1401603830
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #155,929 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Stephen Arterburn is the founder and chairman of New Life Ministries--the nation's largest faith-based broadcast, counseling, and treatment ministry--and is the host of the nationally syndicated "New Life Live!" daily radio program heard on over 180 radio stations nationwide. Steve is also the founder of the Women of Faith conferences, attended by over 3 million women.

Steve is a nationally known public speaker and has been featured in national media venues such as "Oprah," "Inside Edition," "Good Morning America," "CNN Live," the "New York Times," "USA Today," and "US News & World Report." In August 2000, Steve was inducted into the National Speakers Association's Hall of Fame. A best-selling author, Steve has written over 60 books, including the popular Every Man's series and his most recent book, "Healing Is a Choice." He has been nominated for numerous writing awards and has won four Gold Medallion Awards for writing excellence.

Steve has degrees from Baylor University and the University of North Texas as well as two honorary doctorate degrees. Steve resides with his family in Laguna Beach, California.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not just a book about losing weight!, October 19, 2009

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This review is from: Lose It for Life: The Total Solution--Spiritual, Emotional, Physical--for Permanent Weight Loss (Paperback)

This book is a comprehensive book about healing. The result is weight loss but that's not the goal. The goal is healing the pain that is causing the overeating, which is eveidence that the pain exists.
The concepts and healing process that invites God into the process reminds me of another book called "The Search for Significance." The appraoch is similar and there are practical tools that you can incorporate into your time with God that can help root out the lies that you might be believing about yourself, about God and about how to live that do not line up with the word of God.
A great read for anyone dealing with any kind of compulsion who is seeking healing.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dee Lundgren, counselor in Langhorne, PA, January 8, 2011

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This book is a must read if you have struggled unsuccessfully with weight issues. I know I have and this book can help you to change the way you think about weight loss. Arterburn teaches that dieting does not work but that making changes that a person can do for a life time is the way to go. This is not a dieting book but a book that deals with the issues that are fueling your struggle with weight. Most of my overeating has been from emotional eating. As I dealt with my emotions in a healthy way I was able to begin to lose weight and not only that but keep it off. I would highly recommend this book especially if you have been discouraged by yo-yo dieting.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The ultimate advice, May 2, 2009

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Carole L. Mccarthy "Carole, readaholic" (Washington, PA) - See all my reviews
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This is absolutely the best book I've ever read regarding weight loss. Steve hits home with the reasons why you over eat and teaches you how to tackle them and win. Not finished reading it yet, it's one of those books I may have to read 2 or 3 times, so I don't forget anything. It will truly be a reference book in my library. Thank you, Carole