Good morning,

I am beyond excited to have received the paperback proof of my book!

There was nothing more exciting than going to the mailbox yesterday with Kevin and opening the box that held two copies of the book—one for me and one for him.

We both stood there in the Havasu post office, just taking in the moment. Feeling the weight of the book. Touching the pages. Flipping from front to back. Looking at each other with so much pride, joy, excitement, and love.

Then my toddler brain kicked in.

“Oh my God... look at the cover.”

It’s off-center. Words are cut off. It just looks awful.

In an instant, I felt irritated and defeated. That beautiful moment of joy was quickly stolen by my critical inner voice.

Then I reminded myself...

This is the first book I have ever published.

Until this project, I had never designed a full book cover. I had never created a paperback sleeve. I had never walked through this process before.

When I remembered that, I looked at the cover differently.

Instead of being irritated, I chose to celebrate it. It wasn’t perfect, but damn... it looked good.

Allowing myself to set aside the judgment opened me up to spending the evening rereading the book. I honestly don’t know how many times I’ve read it now, but every single time I read it, I walk away with a different message. I made notes along the way for a few final adjustments, but I truly hope this is the last read-through before publication.

Then, at 4:45 this morning, I was awakened by sweet Ellie Mae getting sick. My brain wouldn’t shut off, so I grabbed my phone, crept back into bed, and started working on the cover again. I want everything to be as close to right as I am capable of making it before I hit publish.

I am one step closer.

The shitty thoughts are still showing up to challenge me... and I keep answering them back.

Yesterday, while I was holding the book, I looked at Kevin and said, “Who am I to be holding this book?”

He didn’t hesitate.

He simply looked at me and said, “You’re an author.”

And he’s right.

The Road to Becoming Me is just days away from being published, and I cannot wait to share it with all of you.

Thank you for cheering me on, believing in me, and reminding me—sometimes before I can remind myself—that dreams really do become reality one imperfect step at a time.

🧡 Debbie

#TheRoadToBecomingMe #AuthorJourney #Memoir #Becoming #PersonalGrowth #HealingJourney #WritingCommunity #FirstBook #WomenWhoWrite #DreamsInProgress #KeepGrowing #LakeHavasu #SelfDiscovery #BookLaunch #TheBecomingSpaceWithDebbie

Good morning and Happy Monday! ☀️

Fresh outta bed. Makeup still on. Workout done. This is your reminder that you don’t have to show up perfectly — just SHOW UP and here I am, showing up just as I am right now! 💪😉

I checked in with my weigh-in this morning. The number? It’s up. 📈 But guess what? That number doesn’t get to steal my joy or derail my day. It’s simply data I’m aware of… and that awareness is powerful. 💥

✨ How did YOU show up this weekend for your goals?

✨ What’s one thing you’d do differently?

✨ What small, doable goal can you set this week that moves you forward?

Let’s celebrate the doable wins — because consistency always beats perfection. 🙌 My goal? 15 minutes of intentional movement, 3 times this week. It may not sound like much, but for me? It’s progress.

🎯 Drop your goal below so we can cheer each other on!

🎯 Share your wins, your lessons, and your plan — we’re in this together!

Oh! And don’t forget… a brand new episode of April and Debbie Dish the Truth on Weight Loss just dropped this morning! 🎙️ We’re answering your questions, talking real talk, and having a blast. Got a topic or question for us? Send it in — we’d love to hear from you!

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From my heart 💖 to your journey 🌱, keep blooming, my friend! 🌻

💖Debbie

#JustShowUp #KeepBlooming #ProgressNotPerfection

#SmallStepsBigWins #DebbieLurveyCoaching #GrowthInProgress

#MondayMotivation #WeightLossJourney #ScaleIsDataNotJudgment

#YouGotThis #RealTalkRealResults #AprilAndDebbieDishtheTruthonWeightLoss

Hey friends!

Kevin and I are road-tripping from NH to AZ with our pups, and we’d love your support as we share our Simply Marvelous Adventures!

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Every like, follow, and share helps us grow and keeps the journey rolling. Thanks so much for cheering us on!

💖 Debbie and Kevin

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Good morning, my friend! ☀️

Before I start my day, I want to share this important reminder with you—it’s the weekend!

Saturday and Sunday can feel so different from the Monday-to-Friday grind. Our schedules are often more relaxed, and our brains might chime in, reminding us it’s the weekend—cue all the thoughts about food and celebrating.

Here’s the thing: the weekend doesn’t have to derail your goals. You get to choose how you want to show up for yourself. Will you eat in a way that supports your goals, or will you eat to celebrate the weekend?

Pause and ask yourself: which choice moves me closer to the life I want to create?

This weekend, I invite you to choose something that helps you move forward. When the thought of “all the food” pops up, take a moment to remember your WHY. Think about the goals you’re working toward and decide what feels best for YOU.

It’s your choice. And you’ve got this. 💖

✨ Want to go even deeper into uncovering your WHY? I’ve created a journal just for you: Your Why Matters. It’s a powerful tool to help you stay connected to your goals and take steps forward every day. Visit my website to grab your copy today!

❣️ Click here for your free ‘Your Why Matters’ journal!❣️

What’s one thing you’ll do this weekend to step closer to your goals? Let me know below—I’d love to cheer you on! 🙌

I am rooting for you! 🌱 Keep blooming! 🌻

💖 Debbie

#YourWhyMatters #WeekendGoals #ChooseYourPath #EmpoweredChoices #WeightLossJourney #GrowthInProgress

Good morning,

We are so often taught to eat by the clock. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is so ingrained in us that we often eat at those times even when we are not hungry.

Today, I invite you to stop before you eat your meal and ask yourself if you are hungry? If you’re not, don’t eat it right now. The food will be there later.

I’d love to know how you did with this challenge today.

Did you wait until you were hungry?

How did waiting feel for you?

Share in the comments. I’d love to celebrate that you waited for hunger.

Let’s set up a time for a FREE call to chat about your ACHIEVABLE weight loss goals!

DebbieLurveyCoaching.com/schedule

I hope you all have a beautiful day.

I am rooting for you! 🌱 Keep blooming! 🌻

💖 Debbie

#GrowthInProgress #NormalEater #weightlossjourney #CelebrateProgress #WaitForHunger #waitforit

Good morning,

What is a normal eater?

The way I was eating at 240 pounds was normal for me.

The woman I am at 145 is also a normal eater, for the size that I am now.

Our definition of normal is always changing and that definition of normal changes for the life we are growing into.

We can continue to eat normally to support the weight that we are now or we can choose to explore what a normal eater looks like at 5 pounds less.

Today, I’d love to know what you are choosing for normal eating. Are you ready to embrace a new normal for today?

Let’s set up a time for a FREE call to chat about your ACHIEVABLE weight loss goals!

I hope you all have a beautiful day.

I am rooting for you! 🌱 Keep blooming! 🌻

💖 Debbie

#GrowthInProgress #NormalEater #weightlossjourney #CelebrateProgress

Hello, my friend! ☀️

I’m so excited to share the latest episode of my podcast, where I talk about a dream I’ve held close for years—opening my own Etsy store—and how I finally stepped into the belief that I could make it happen. 🌟

For the longest time, fear and self-doubt held me back. “What if I couldn’t do it? What if no one wanted the journals I created?” But then I realized: I could do it scared. Taking that first step, even without all the answers, was the key to turning this dream into a reality.

In this episode, I share:✨ How I pushed through fear and embraced the journey of trial and error✨ The lessons I learned along the way that made everything possible✨ Why starting small and believing in yourself can lead to big growth

If you’ve ever put off a dream because you weren’t sure you could do it, this episode is for you. 💛

🌻 Visit my Etsy store to see how my garden of journals is growing! 🌻

Your dreams are worth the first step. Let’s take it together.

I am rooting for you! 🌱 Keep blooming! 🌻

💖 Debbie

#DreamToReality #DoItScared #EmpoweredJourney #EtsyDreams #BelieveAndAchieve #GrowthInProgress

Hello, my friend,

Imagine this: a job where you’re the boss, the CEO, the decision-maker. A job where every effort you make changes your life for the better. That’s what we’re talking about in this week’s podcast: how taking care of yourself is the most rewarding job you’ll ever have.

You’ll learn about:✨ The 4 simple steps that form the foundation of this “job.”✨ Why perfection isn’t required—just showing up is enough.✨ How every small action creates a ripple effect in your life.

This episode is packed with encouragement, practical tips, and a reminder that you are worth every ounce of effort you put into yourself.

Take a few minutes to listen today. Your future self will thank you!

I am rooting for you! 🌱 Keep blooming! 🌻

💖 Debbie

#PodcastInspiration #SelfCareMatters #WeightLossEmpowerment

Hello, my amazing friend,

This week, I’m diving into how Jelly Roll’s Save Me became a meditation for my soul—and how it helped me reflect on my journey from feeling unworthy to becoming the woman I never thought I could be.

Tune in for an emotional and empowering conversation about growth, resilience, and self-love. 💕

I hope you enjoy listening to Jelly Roll’s Save Me. I’d love to know what it brought up for you. Share a comment here with how this song may have touched you!

Do you have another song that brings up the same emotions for you? I’d love for you to share so I can add it to my playlist!

I’d love to talk to you more about what you want to achieve with your weight loss goals! Visit my website to set up a time to talk about how we can work together to achieve your weight loss goals!

I have a beautiful day!

I am rooting for you! 🌱 Keep blooming! 🌻

💖 Debbie

#SaveMeWeek #YouAreWorthSaving #WeightLossEmpowerment #SelfWorthJourney #TransformationStory #HealingThroughReflection #EmbraceYourJourney #MindsetMatters #PersonalGrowthJourney #SelfLoveFirst #PodcastEpisode#WeightLossStory #HealingThroughMusic #VulnerabilityIsStrength #JellyRollInspiration

Hello, my friend! 🌻

Have you ever stopped to think about the impact of your everyday actions? This week on the podcast, I’m reflecting on the word Ripple Effect and how it shaped my journey. It’s incredible to realize that even small, intentional choices can create waves that touch others in meaningful ways.

I also explore the power of choosing a word of the year—how it can resonate with your goals, align with your values, and serve as a source of inspiration and focus throughout the year. Have you chosen your word yet?

Tune in and join the conversation! Let’s make 2025 a year filled with powerful ripples. 🌊

❣️ Schedule your FREE coaching consultation here ❣️

I am rooting for you! 🌱 Keep blooming! 🌻

💖 Debbie

#RippleEffect #WordOfTheYear #IntentionalLiving #SmallActionsBigImpact #CreateRipples #YearOfGrowth #PositiveVibesOnly #ReflectionTime #InspiredLiving #GoalSetting2025 #ChooseYourWord #MakeAnImpact #SpreadKindness #EmbracePossibilities #BeTheRipple