Since the pleasure of most foods is in the first few bites, eat one thing on your plate at a time, at least at the start of the meal when you can concentrate and enjoy the full flavors.

Once a day, take some 'Beach Time.'

French women don't eat Wonder Bread.

Just as established products and brands need updating to stay alive and vibrant, you periodically need to refresh or reinvent yourself.

There is no lasting glory in rapid weight loss.

Learn to say no, with an eye to saying yes to something else.

French women don't have too many clothes - a few good pieces that last for a while and are classic and timeless.