Overeater's Journal: Exercises for the Heart, Mind and Soul [Paperback]

Debbie Danowski Ph.D. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 26, 2004

As a 328-pound woman, Debbie Danowski was on her way to an early death when she entered a treatment center for food addiction 14 years ago. During the six-week stay, she was required to keep a daily journal, a task that she now credits with helping to save her life. The act of writing forced Danowski to uncover thought and feelings she had kept hidden. It was the key to unlocking her lifelong food obsession. Now Danowski brings her special insight and writing expertise to The Overeaters Journal with journaling exercises that explore the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of food obsession.

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About the Author

A recovering food addict, Debbie Danowski, Ph.D. has maintained a weight loss greater than the amount she now weighs for more than 12 years. As an alumnus of a food addiction treatment center, Dr. Danowski has consistently used the recovery program outlined in her first book, Why Can't I Stop Eating? to enjoy a 166-pound weight loss without the dangerous health risks.Professionally, Dr. Danowski has written more than 100 articles for national and local publications, including First For Women, Woman's Day, and Seventeen Magazine. She has also spoken at countless meetings, seminars and conferences about food addiction, including Food Addiction 2000, the first national conference held on the disease. Additionally, Dr. Danowski was employed by the food addiction unit of a national treatment center, to educate mental health professionals about food addiction recovery.Currently, Dr. Danowski is an assistant professor of English at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut and a member of the University's Eating Disorders Prevention Team. Dr. Danowski earned her Ph.D. at Capella University in Minneapolis, Minnesota where she studied food representation in film. Dr. Danowski also has a Masters Degree in Public Communications with emphasis in television, radio, and film from Syracuse University.

Product Details

• Paperback: 152 pages
• Publisher: Hazelden (February 26, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592850804
• ISBN-13: 978-1592850808
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #107,874 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Will inspire you, April 11, 2004

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Tina "Tina" (Montreal, Quebec) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Overeater's Journal: Exercises for the Heart, Mind and Soul (Paperback)

I am a huge fan of Debbie Danowski. Reading her previous book, Locked up for Eating Too Much, literally saved my life.

I had been waiting with anticipation for the Overeater's Journal and Debbie did not disappoint!

This Journal, which is in trade paperback size is absolutely wonderful. It comes with inspirational quotes and valuable information on how to assess whether you may have an unhealthy relationship with food. The questions you are asked to answer are thought provoking and will help you to understand yourself better.

The author knows her subject well (overeating) as she has herself been though the nightmare that is food addiction.

If you feel you may have a problem with food or, if you want some help in staying abstinent, this is the tool for you.

The size makes it convenient to carry around with you and I have been toting it around and jotting notes when I feel I need to "vent" my feelings. Excellent book.

NOW! A cookbook containing recipes for food addicts (no sugar, no flour and measured ingredients) would be the perfect companion to this Journal.

Hopefully, this is next on our author's list!!!

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Tool, March 16, 2007

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Kimberly A. Robinson (Wellsboro, PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Overeater's Journal: Exercises for the Heart, Mind and Soul (Paperback)

For someone trying to use journalling as a way to understand and overcome compulsive behavior, this book is invaluable, whether you are working within the framework of a 12 step program or doing the work on your own. I look forward to writing on the topics given.

20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Approach to Watching Your Weight, May 9, 2004

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Barbara Scala (Connecticut) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Overeater's Journal: Exercises for the Heart, Mind and Soul (Paperback)

Debbie Danowski's book "The Overeater's Journal" is a great way to be aware of our eating habits. By exploring our physical, emotional and spiritual links to food, we can discover ways to overcome overeating and lead a healthy life. Debbie's book provides wonderful journaling exercises to discover what stands in our way to successfully keep the weight off. This book is truly a gift!