Researching My Problems

by Suzanne Somers 9/30/2009 12:45:00 PM
I am looking back on the roller coaster of last week and all the highs and lows that went with it.  After 17 years of a very gratifying relationship with HSN I started my first show with ShopNBC.  It was sort of like the first day of school.  You hope you like your teacher, your classmates, and you hope your hair looks good!  Thankfully, I am so comfortable in this new home with my new friends and support staff.  I couldn't ask for a more talented and exciting group of people and look forward to this relationship unfolding at ShopNBC.  At the same time the launch was taking place, some comments of mine on the passing of Patrick Swayze were published which led to a firestorm of response and dialog. Do we all accept what is reported and form opinions or do we ask questions to find out the entire story?  I have been in the public eye for a few decades now - and part of being a public person is knowing comments will be taken out of context or the intent will be twisted.  It's something you can't control and it comes with the territory.  It's particularly upsetting when people are hurt by these comments and that is why I issued an apology to Patrick's family.

Much has been printed about me, and contrary to many of the adverse comments, I do not fancy myself an authority on every subject.  That being said, as with each human on this earth, I have had my own personal obstacles.  Each time I am faced with a challenge I have researched the problems in order to overcome the adversity.  Whether it has been the issues I have faced being the child of an alcoholic, or trying to lose the weight I gained in my forties, or restoring balance to my life after menopause - I have committed many years of my life to finding answers, for myself.  At the end of each search, when I had found my own answers, I felt I had something to share and thought others might benefit from the work I had done for myself.

In Keeping Secrets - my book about growing up with an alcoholic dad - I uncovered how children of alcoholics share so many traits from enduring this experience.  I learned to move past those obstacles, to grow, and even forgive my abusive father.  I received tens of thousands of letters from people who thanked me for sharing my experience and told me that it had helped them with their own demons in some way.  That doesn’t make me an authority, but it connected me to people who had similar challenges and opened a dialog about how to overcome those challenges.

I also never planned on writing a series of weight loss books, but the extra pounds I was carrying evolved into nine weight loss books on a healthy lifestyle called Somersize.  Again, I found something that worked for me, and then my family and friends all wanted to know about it, so I wrote it down.  Again, that doesn't make me an authority – I just shared what worked for me and gave others the opportunity to see if it might work for them, too.  It did, in fact over 10 million people joined the movement and the letters of gratitude and the stunning before and after photos were deeply moving for me to see this was a solution for so many.  That doesn’t make it the only solution – but it worked for so many.

Then came the series of books on bio-identical hormones and anti-aging medicine - The Sexy Years, Ageless, and Breakthrough.  I met with hundreds of doctors, experts, and researchers in the medical and academic community.  I asked a lot of questions and tried to simplify the information until it made sense to me.  The resulting information was so compelling; I felt others might want the benefit of these interviews.  Most of us don't know where to begin to look for medical information, let alone have access to cutting-edge physicians.  I know having that information has changed the course of my life and my decisions on how I live each day.  I don't expect anyone to mimic my decisions - I just put out the information so individuals can make their own choices.

Dialog is important. Join me in asking the questions, doing the research and exploring the options.  Register at my web site, read my books and blogs, and get active in discussion with your caregivers to make sure your best interests are being met to your level of satisfaction.  Get active in the debate on health care!  The course of treatment we select is very personal and each of us has the right to make our own choice.  Again, I respect the choices Patrick, and millions of others, make each year on the course of care they choose. It is not my goal to sway anyone's opinion.  I just put out information for the taking.

More to come,

Suzanne

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Big News... I'm Moving to ShopNBC

by Suzanne Somers 7/30/2009 10:53:00 AM

Suzanne

After 17 wonderful years I am saying goodbye to HSN and have found an incredible new home. I have received thousands of emails and letters from all of you. I know you want more fashion, more jewelry, more delicious food products, more beauty solutions, more fitness items, and I know you want to stay healthy from the inside out! ShopNBC has a truly stellar team and they have created an unbelievable opportunity for me to bring all the items you have been asking for, and so much more. You can expect many more shows with our festive party atmosphere. You know this girl likes to have fun!  Plus,what really excites me is the opportunity to present vitamins and supplements!  I will be able to show you all the quality supplements I take myself and share why they are so important to our health and longevity.

I have had 17 incredible years at HSN... and it started with all of YOU. You made it magical every step of the way.  I have made some dear, dear friends on the air, behind the scenes, and in the audience at home. I will hold you all close to my heart forever and I am thrilled to let you know it's time to....  Let the Party Begin at ShopNBC!  

 

SHOWDATES:  September 18-20

Sincerely, 

Suzanne Somers

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I want to tell you a BIG secret…

by Suzanne Somers 7/28/2009 2:39:00 PM

Hi Friends,

Shhhhhhh!!!  Can you keep a secret????  I am making an ENORMOUS announcement within the next couple of days.  I wanted you to know first.  Stay tuned… IT’S BIG!!!!!

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Suzanne Somers

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Farrah, We Will Miss You

by Suzanne Somers 6/25/2009 11:40:00 AM

Farrah was a beautiful person.. she was the first person to inspire us to exercise and stay fit.  We all remember the golden haired girl in the tennis dress... and wanted what she had. She lived a fabulous life and loved fiercely.  Her relationship with Ryan was one of great passion and is the stuff of legends.  She will always be remembered as the "it" girl of our times.

I knew Farrah and know how fiercely she fought to live.  It is a life unfinished but she will never be forgotten, such was her impact.

My deepest condolences to Ryan O'Neal and her son, Redmond.  My condolences also to Farrah's father who has now lost two daughters to this terrible disease.

And my deepest admiration to Farrah's best friend, Alana Stewart, who showed the world what it means to be a truly good friend. I am filled with sadness today... Farrah was so young, so talented, so beautiful and so loved.  We lost a great star today who was in her prime and I will miss her.

Her passing only dedicates me more to my work on anti-aging medicine and finding alternative treatments to fight this insidious killer.  Farrah's story should have had a different ending....


Sincerely,

Suzanne Somers

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Welcome!

by Suzanne Somers 3/11/2009 11:52:00 AM

Hello Friends,

I have arrived in the world of blogging...

I am so excited to share on a regular basis what I am working on and what I want to bring to all of you.  Regardless of your knowledge on wellness, prevention, hormones, exercise, weight loss, nutrition, fashion, jewelry and more, I hope you enjoy my point of view and the exciting things I am learning every day.

While I have loved my career as an actress and entertainer, I have found equal passion for health and longevity.  Every time I encounter an obstacle in my life, I research like crazy until I find a solution – and then I share that solution with you.  I never tell people to do what I do – I only show you what has worked for me and let you decide if it might be right for you.  Seeing how my books, research and products have made a positive impact for so many people is simply thrilling for me.  Everything from hormones to the perfect sweater!    

My blog will be a welcome addition to finding another way to connect with you, my readers and friends.  Over the weeks and months ahead we will discuss the topics that cover a range of wellness and lifestyle choices which will lead to a healthy and happy life.

Enjoy the blog entries, and I look forward to hearing from you often!

Sincerely,

Suzanne Somers

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About Suzanne

Suzanne Somers is one of America’s most popular and beloved personalities. In a multifaceted career, she has achieved extraordinary success as an actress, New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, singer, comedienne, and lecturer. Suzanne has authored 18 books, including eight New York Times bestsellers, as well as #1 New York Times, #1 Amazon and Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestsellers. There are currently more than 10 million copies of her books in print. As one of America’s most informed and dedicated health care advocates, Suzanne has been acknowledged for her leading role in bringing information on today’s groundbreaking anti-aging medical protocols, preventive care, long-term health, and hormone replacement therapies to women and men across the country.

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