A Very Hungry Girl: How I Filled Up on Life and How You Can, Too

Author: Jessica Weiner
List Price: $14.95
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ISBN: 1401902235
Publisher: Hay House (September, 2003)
Sales Rank: 26,275
Average Customer Rating: 4.36 out of 5

Customer Reviews

Rating: 5 out of 5
GET OVER IT - SHE IS THE REAL DEAL!
I am a new 'convert' to the world of Jessica Weiner. And convert I am! This one woman has changed the lives of several women I know. And I have read through many of the reviews and postings on her book and most people get it - some of you don't. She isn't being self promoting. She is being honest about her journey. She inspires just by telling her story. Every author out there writing self help books is self promoting to a degree beacuse they want you to read their books - HELLO. All I have to say is - if you have ever wondered if you had more to give to the world but didn't know how - read this book. If your friend constantly diets and you don't know what to say to her - read this book. If you want to get insight into how to build a career out of things you love to do - read this book. And finally if you just want to meet a fabulous young woman who truly DOES have people's best interests at heart - then READ THIS BOOK!

Rating: 5 out of 5
A very interesting book for young people and their parents
Jessica Weiner's new book 'A Very Hungry Girl' is the culmination of her many insightful contacts with young people from junior high through college age. Although she is only 28, her professional life seems to have been one of continuous engagement with issues facing our children. She has dialogued with hundreds of thousands of people through her issue oriented acting company 'Act Out', and though the many high school and college speaking engagements she has undertaken over the last 10 years. She seems to have made a difference in the lives of many individuals burdened with the devils of eating disorders, drugs and body image issues. Her ability to relate to them is enhanced by having dealt with some of these issues herself. I highly recommend this book to parents who have young children and to share this book with them. When I first picked up this book I was not expecting much in writing capability. I was pleased to discover that her writing is clear and entertaining...not dull at all. It is a quick read for parents and an interesting one for teenagers all of whom are coming to grips with peer pressure, external advertising, and body image. Since reading the book, I have visited her interesting website at www.jessicaweiner.com. She is a charismatic person with an uncanny ability to be herself and to relate honestly to people -even in the fantasy land of LA. Check it out!

Rating: 5 out of 5
Review by New Moon: The Magazine for Girls and Their Dreams
In Jessica Weiner's book, she talks about her struggle with eating disorders and her path to self-discovery and self-love. Her survivor story is witty and honest. Besides talking about touchy subjects like racism, body image, and moral values, this book gives tools and tips on how to be a positive member of society. Above all, it reminds us to love and respect the beautiful skin we're in. So if you need inspiration or information, or if you're just searching for a delectable page-turner, I recommend A Very Hungry Girl.

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