Socialising and food

edith_t

It has struck me recently how many social events revolve around (or at least involve) food - be it family, friend, work, etc. I find it really hard when dieting; it's like an uphill battle! Of course I want to be sociable, it's just hard to not give in to temptation, or on the other hand get a million questions about dieting!! It's not necessarily big family events, just popping round to see people, simple things like that, food is everywhere! Has anyone else found this? How have you dealt with it?

wackynunu

It was very hard to get over the guilt of not eating what people offer me. I got used to it though. Usually people are understanding. When someone makes a smart/funny comment I have learned to laugh it off. I always assume that if people are going to talk behind my back that it doesn't matter if it is about me refusung food or being overweight. All that being said, you can also bring your own healthier options to offer at parties.

And about people asking diet questions: I just say it is about eating super healthy and excercising 6 days a week and logging both and they usually quit asking.

Laineegrrl

Yesterday alone, one of the volunteers brought in cupcakes for her birthday. One of the girl's boyfriend ran to chic fila and brought back cupcakes for everyone! (didn't touch any of it!)

ItsCasey

If I can plan in advance, I do. For instance, a couple of weeks ago was my nephew's birthday party, and I didn't want to miss out on birthday cake, so I trained a little harder and ate very carefully the day before and after.

For surprise attacks, like crack dealers bringing donuts to work, you just have to learn how to say no and not let it bother you when people ask why. I always hate when people say "You can have just 1." Yes, I can. And that will make it that much easier to have 1 tomorrow when someone brings in cookies or candy or whatever. If you haven't planned for it, don't eat it. That's how I approach it.

maura5880

Try to work it into your calories. If you know you're going to go out to dinner, just eat a smaller breakfast & lunch or do a little more cardio so that you have the leftover calories to enjoy while socializing.