“Our relationship to food and eating is a gateway to healing every aspect of the self.”
- Dr. Deanna Minich
Testimonials:
“Taking Deanna’s class has been a life changing experience. She has taught me so many healthy lifestyle skills that I will be able to use for the rest of my life and also to teach others. She is such an inspiring person and her words will forever inspire me.” – E.S.
“Deanna is a wonderful teacher who gives so much of herself and teaches in a way that has brought such profound learning and growth for me…With Deanna’s nurturing guidance through the seven chakras, I was able to find my own healing path that is leading me toward a healthy and pleasureable relationship with food. For the first time in my life, I am listening to my body and trusting the mystery of inner guidance. This class taught me that food is a healing tool in life that can be used for profound transformation.” – K.M.
“Deanna teaches with a level of humanity that infuses the material and students she teaches. Combining both science and spirituality, her work is relevant and applicable; all activities presented instigated positive changes within me.” – S.S.
“Dr. Minich embodies health in presence and character. Her enthusiasm is contagious. This class bridges the spirit and science of not just food and eating, but of the self, to create a holistic approach to living that can nurture the body and the soul.” – P.B.
“I have been fortunate to work with Deanna in one-on-one coaching sessions as well as study her work. I wanted to work with Deanna because I vowed to never go on a diet again and I needed some support in making this very scary decision. The most significant thing I gained in our work was recognizing how terrified I was of food because of all the hype on “eat this, don’t eat that”. In our sessions and through reading Chakra Foods for Optimum Health, I gained a new understanding of food and how it nourishes the body. I learned I can eat anything I want to eat and that my body will guide me. I learned that my body doesn’t like “junk food”, it likes and asks for real food. As someone who has been on diets since I was 10 years old and who has never suceeded on a diet, this process has been profound and life changing. I’m at the start of a great journey and learning to really experience food for the first time ever! Thank you Deanna!” - T.B.
“You have no idea what a shift this is doing for me. Deanna, I love how you tie together Eastern and Western philosophies–The metaphors and beauty you bring to the workings of the bodymindspirit are INSPIRATIONAL. Thank you! 2012 is quickly becoming one of my most significant years. And I’m not sure what’s more important–the dietary changes I’m making or the delight I’m having being in the group…Both are significant to me.” – Barbara S.
“Finally, someone who looks at the bigger picture uncovering our relationship with food in a non judgemental, supportive way. I felt Deanna heard every challenge I have encountered in a productive and insightful manner with no email or question going unanswered. I can’t thank you enough Deanna.” – Belinda S.
“Deanna Minich’s 21 day cleanse and renewal was just what I needed to actually “do “what I had been” trying to do” for a number of months. Her organization, knowledge and especially her compassionate support helped us through an experience that might have been difficult alone but fun, exciting and easy as a group. As a chiropractor dealing with many patients whose underlying problem relates to diet, I highly recommend Deanna’s approach.” – Kathy McClure, DC
“What an amazing experience! Having some background in nutrition – I came into the cleanse filled with curiosity & an open mind to learn new things. The food/mind/body connection is one we too often miss, and throughout this process – I became more in tune with my body than ever before. I found the daily support & interactions hugely beneficial to staying on track; and appreciated the tools prepared to guide us throughout our journey. Each person had their choice of how involved they wanted to be with the program, and this greatly complemented each of the different personality types. After finishing the cleanse – I have increased mental clarity, energy, and the persistent headaches that have ailed me are gone. A friend of mine who hadn’t seen me in a month complemented me on how great my skin looks, and might I also add that the added weight loss was another added perk. I am excited to join Deanna again for this experience in the fall. I have gained so much, and know the benefits will increase greatly with continued practice/awareness. My relationship with food has been taken to a whole new level. Thanks so much Deanna.” - Michelle Hill-DeJesus; NTP
Is Food and Spirit Coaching for You?
Ask yourself these questions:
- Do I feel confused with all the seemingly mixed nutrition information?
- Am I longing for a new approach to how I view eating and food?
- Do I want to understand how food connects with other issues in my life?
- Do I want to know how to heal myself through foods?
We are approaching a new era in medicine and health care. There is increasing recognition from various sources that we are complex beings composed of many aspects, including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels.
What we eat, how we eat and what we feel and think when we eat can influence every aspect of our being. Conversely, each of these levels can influence our food choices and style of eating.
Food and Spirit coaching goes several steps beyond changing “diet” and “lifestyle”, to the heart of the issues relating to your relationship with food and working with your inner self. You can ultimately come to a place where you work with foods as therapeutic tools to heal the issues within you!
Sometimes we need assistance in realigning our bodies with our heart’s desires and our soul wishes. There are a variety of options offered by Food and Spirit Consulting:
1. One-on-one coaching with Dr. Deanna Minich
If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, one-on-one coaching may be for you:
- Have you tried numerous diets and feel lost as to what to follow?
- Do you feel that you need expert guidance on how you currently eat and how to better connect with your body?
- Do you feel like you don’t know where to start?
Track #1 – Fine-tuning
In this 2 hour visit with Dr. Deanna Minich, specific health goals are assessed and matched to your current food plan, activity schedule, and stress management strategy. Creative, quick, hands-on tools and an eating plan to suit your schedule and goals are provided.
Track #2 – Lifestyle Makeover
A thorough series of visits (4 to 12, depending on individual needs) scheduled with Dr. Deanna Minich to construct a lifestyle plan tailed to the individual. The focus is on INSPIRATION – INFORMATION – INTEGRATION in all essential areas of one’s life: body image, emotions, stress and relaxation, love and joy, communication and voice, insight and imagination, and soul. Truly a remarkable process and life-changing!
2. Nutrition for the Soul™ Classes
If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, Nutrition for the Soul classes are for you:
- Are you longing for a feeling of interconnection and relationship?
- Are you craving a social support network?
- Would you like to meet people that have similar eating issues?
- Would you feel nourished by learning from a variety of people in a small group setting?
Nutrition for the Soul is an established series of classes (ranging from 8 to 12) for a small group setting. Each week focuses on a particular aspect of the body-soul relationship with respect to eating and food choices.
3. Presentations
On request, Dr. Deanna Minich is available to give dynamic, colorful presentations on topics related to any aspect of food and eating. Special topics include: inspirational eating, emotional eating, combating cravings, enlightened eating.