Sheryl had the program today. She took her discussion from TOPS Choice Is Mine book. She talked about stress and body weight.

Different people react in different ways to stress. Stress is caused by many things and is increasing due to the busy world we all live in.

Stress releases hormones called cortisol which can cause a shift in the body’s way of handling fat. It can cause some people to crave fat and sugar and cause binge eating. If you are stressed and feel this is causing a problem with your weight it is time to see what can be done about it. There are many ways to control stress and finding one that works for you is the key. There are many books and articles to read. Some people find exercise helps. Watching a good program on TV can help unwind. Writing in a journal about your stress can help. Make a point to relax for 20 minutes a day.

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in the Church Of Christ Sanctuary On Thursday, Dec. 21.

Leader, Sheryl Walker opened the meeting and Carol led us in singing “Hark & Hear.”

We said our pledges and Sheryl led us in roll call. Twenty-Three members weighed in today.

Marilyn led us in some exercises.

Susan S. was the week’s best loser with a loss of 1.4 lbs. Sue C was 2nd place best loser with a loss of 1.2 lbs.

We sang Happy Birthday to Carol. Marie is celebrating her two years consecutive KOPS anniversary. We wished Robbie a happy wedding anniversary even though she could not be here.

Marilyn gave Linda H and Warren H their back in black awards for November.

Kathy G. won the right to draw for a marble but did not get a winning one.

We received a thank you note from the Food Pantry for our $50 donation in memory of LJ’s brother.

We received an email from TOPS International. Barb Cady will be retiring in March. We are asked to donate to the TOPS Heritage Society and place Barb’s name on the Legacy Wall. This was tabled for further discussion as the deadline is May 31.

With no other business we closed with our song “The More We Get Together” and our motto “IF IT IS TO BE IT IS UP TO ME”.

TOPS #MO 9319 meets each Thursday morning in the Church of Christ meeting room at 302 E Hospital Road, El Dorado Springs. Weigh-in starts at 7:45 a.m. the meeting begins at 8:45 a.m. and is over by 10 a.m.

Are you ready to stop dieting and start making real changes? TOPS can help you reach your weight-loss goals by providing you with the tools, information, support, and accountability you need to be successful. After all, this has been a winning formula for TOPS members just like you for nearly 70 years. We welcome women and men of all ages. We encourage healthy eating and offer support through our chapter and the National Chapter of TOPS. We have a lot of fun in our weight loss journey and make lifelong friendships. First visit is free with no obligation.

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