[waxingmoon]

A theory it is, but a good theory - after all, what is a theory other than speculation of a pattern within observed phenomenon. There is plenty of evidence that many of our biological functions are seasonally affected.

For example it is an observed phenomenon that low thyroid issues are worse in the winter versus the summer. There is perhaps debate as to whether this is caused by cold temperatures or some other issue, but it is accepted that many people with hypothyroidism have more trouble during the winter. That does not however mean that everyone who has low thyroid output has a worse time in the winter.

Another hormone issue that is more prevalent in winter is depression. 'Seasonal Affected Disorder (SAD) is a depression brought on during winter when there is very little sunlight. There is much greater incidents of SAD for those in northern climes who have a lot of cloud cover. It is virtually non existent in those who live in bright sunlight areas (those who live in the Pacific Northwest in the winter are more likely to be affected by SAD than those who live in southern Florida in the winter).

So, Wahaika has a theory that breast growth - a hormonally affected condition is seasonally influenced. He solicited information from quite a few Eve's forum members. He feels the information he gathered validates his theory and he tells others of his theory. This leads him to advise people they might have a better chance of success in the spring.

Yes, it can be seen as discouraging people from starting programs in the fall or winter. Some people do grow during this time. I know I was one of the ones who was successful during that time.

Here is the way I see it (yes, I am going to continue to drone on and on...lol). Most people give little thought to their NBE plan. Encouraging people to wait until Spring to start a program means they will have more time to research and consider their options. A well thought out plan is much more likely to be successful. A person who has to wait until spring is practicing one of the most crucial things needed for NBE - patience.

It seems to be win, win, win. There has never been any evidence to indicate that a program begun in the Spring is LESS likely to be successful than one begun in the fall.

Those who can't wait until Spring and begin a program say - right now - and they are successful - GREAT! Those who can't wait until Spring and begin a program right now and are not successful - Hey they have a reason to be hopeful that starting up again in the Spring will be better - GREAT!

It's all good!

Best wishes,
waxingmoon (who grew in the fall, grew in the winter, grew again in the spring and also grew during the summer.... if I hadn't started out as the flattest woman on the EARTH I would now be Collossus of Boob!)