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Co-workers that like to bring food to work
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They are being nice. They are probably well aware that you will say no, but do not wish to make you feel excluded.
My husband and I are very reclusive, but whenever our friends or family want to do something, they ask us if we would like to join them. We almost always say no, but every now and then, we say yes. (Admittedly, I am usually the one sending my husband to work with a plate of cookies because I wanted one and had to bake a couple dozen.)
Maybe you don't like cheesecake, donuts, cookies or cake, but you ARE fond of brownies. Your co-workers have no way of knowing, and would probably feel bad if they found out later that the day they had brownies and passed you by was the one day you would have been in the mood for a treat.
Just smile, say "no, thank you" and move on with your day.
As Whierd said, no one is forcing you to be the company's Mr. Grumplebottom.
I don't think he's being a "Mr. Grumplebottom". If he has said he doesn't want it or doesn't eat that kind of food & they keep trying to give it to him, they're not being as considerate as they think they are. I don't understand why someone would stick a piece of cheesecake on your desk when you're not even in there, just assuming you want it. I'm fortunate enough to be in an office with people who don't force it. Usually it is put in our kitchen on the table & someone sends an email telling everyone it's there and that anyone can have some. Then each person has to make the choice to get up from their desk and go get it if they want it. I think these threads are nice because we can get out some frustrations, get suggestions, or share our victories. I don't think it's rude to vent a little.0 -
LOL- I thought I was creating a nice little forum but it looks like I'm spending more time "engaging the hostiles." LMAO! Too bad I can't delete this damn thing.
lol. people are crazy about their treats0 -
Talk to them about myfitnesspal and healthy eating for about 10 minutes. That's what I do and they all avoid me and eat the food like they were closet eaters. I'm just so happy that myfitnesspal worked for me that I can't help talk about it.
Hey, I tried that and in fact, I know of one person who used for about 5 or 6 days then quit. The rest of them think it's too cumbersome to log calories. (shrugs)0 -
I bring stuff in to work because I love to bake and don't need it all at home, obviously. But I just stick it in the kitchen and whoever wants it can eat it, if they don't want it, they don't have to. I don't go around to everyone and say EAT THIS. lol
But, also, since I've started my healthier lifestyle, I try to make and bring in healthier things, which I know they appreciate because many of them are health conscious, too.0 -
Dumping cookings? really, dude? I don't know what the hell that means. lol
The point is if you treat your co-workers the way you've treated people in this thread, you're going to have co-workers trying to intentionally sabotage you. Pull back a bit, and play nice or your desk may be covered in these!
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Hey, I tried that and in fact, I know of one person who used for about 5 or 6 days then quit. The rest of them think it's too cumbersome to log calories. (shrugs)
It's all about willpower
Now, when they had dark chocolate covered marshmallows in the breakroom...I mean...how do you say "no" to having one of those?! 0 -
The point is if you treat your co-workers the way you've treated people in this thread, you're going to have co-workers trying to intentionally sabotage you. Pull back a bit, and play nice or your desk may be covered in these!
Okay, I admit. Those do look damn good! LOL- always loved chocolate chip cookies with almond milk.0 -
Yes,The people one my team are constantly having "food days".Cinco de mayo,Opening day for the Red Sox, opening day for the Pats,St Patricks day.
Any excuse for a pot luck.I allow it because it makes them happy but ,I don't appreciate anyone nagging about it "come on one piece won't kill you"
I don't go into the break room and If somone bring something to me I just say "Thanks" and toss it as soon as I have the opportunity.0 -
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People tend to be dense, that and since they're fat...they want you to stay fat with them or at least fall off the fit wagon.
That being said, when I worked in DC (I know work from home so the only saboter could be myself). I would just politely decline with no reason. I would simply say, "no thank you". I don't have to say why. Also, I did come back to my cube a few times and something was sitting on my desk, a slice of cake, a brownie, chocolate candies; I simply picked it up and offered to someone sitting near me and if they didn't want it; I dropped it off on the table in the pantry (it never stayed there long).
Yes, people gave me a hard time because I always brought in my breakfast, two snacks and lunch and if I expected to have to stay late that night...dinner too. All healthy (lots of veg). Sandwiches with only one slice of bread....but hey; I just let them laugh and joke....while I kept moving down to a smaller set of clothes....6 sizes I dropped in 6 months. Who's laughing now?0 -
lol. Try working in a doctor's office where reps bring in lots of goodies all the time in exchange for us using their brand of drugs. You would never survive.0
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Haha... I am so totally the person that brings food to work for others! I LOVE to bake but cant eat it, so I always bring it all to work. Plus, the fatter everyone else is, the smaller I look. Hahaha, just a joke, but hey.. I don't force them to eat it.0
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If you ate the chesecake you wouldn't be so snarky.
Zing!
Seriously, what's wrong with eating half of that slice, throwing the rest away and then taking a ten minute jog to burn it off?0 -
Ohhhh it was worth coming to this thread just for this gif. Thank you. :laugh:0 -
This is where I'm thankful for a 5 person small office. We are all trying to eat better, we all are aware of it so no one brings that stuff. Unless its a birthday or such...then maybe cupcakes/cookies/cake but only for that day. We have a whole bunch of healthy food available to snack on...its a good thing!0
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Just fart every time they offer you something.
"Hey, want some cake?"
"No, thanks. phhhbbbbbbtttt!"
Best. Response. Ever. I lol'd quite heartily at this one!0 -
I adopted the "ugly witch" attitude whenever those people did that to me and said things like "Oh my gosh! I could NEVER eat that stuff!" They get a bit miffed and move on. After two or three of these obnoxious comments from me they get the hint and leave me alone.0
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I would post a sign at my desk that says, "Please do not feed the animal," and then bite them when they do!
Seriously though - People have a right to bring snacks to share to work (if it's not against policy) and we have the right to partake or not. They should have the good sense to take "no" for an answer but many people these days don't have good sense or they're afraid they'll offend you if they don't ask. Some people (I used to be one of them) get their validation by bringing in home baked goods to get the compliments.0 -
I adopted the "ugly witch" attitude whenever those people did that to me and said things like "Oh my gosh! I could NEVER eat that stuff!" They get a bit miffed and move on. After two or three of these obnoxious comments from me they get the hint and leave me alone.
And then everyone hates you, the end? lol0 -
Zing!
Seriously, what's wrong with eating half of that slice, throwing the rest away and then taking a ten minute jog to burn it off?
A 10 minute jog is NOT going to get rid of at least 200 calories of cheesecake.
He also said he is lactose intollerant.0 -
I'm sure their intentions are well Just politely say no or if they leave you sweets, just ask the next person you see if they would like your share. Or make suggestions for other food to bring to work?
We have treat day at work which is usually candy which I tend to avoid. But the last treat day the woman who took it over made cheesecake. I felt so guilty taking even a small slice until 15 minutes later when she explained how everything she put in it was as low calorie/ low fat as she could find She knew a few of us watch what we eat and decided to try her best to accommodate for that 0 -
Temptation is a chance to show your strength...or have a cookie and workout more. Your choice.0
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I'm the same way. i don't really care much for sweets either. I really think that those who suffer from chocolate/sweet addictions really feel that others have the same love for the stuff as they do. Now, salty snacks....................that's my achilles heel.
If people brought in chips and dip I would be screwed, but I don't dig sweets so it isn't so bad. Also, no one leaves a slice of cake or cookies on my desk anymore cuz everyone knows now I throw away stuff left there for me if I didn't ask for it.
That may be a jerk move, but, yeah, I don't care.0 -
If people brought in chips and dip I would be screwed, but I don't dig sweets so it isn't so bad. Also, no one leaves a slice of cake or cookies on my desk anymore cuz everyone knows now I throw away stuff left there for me if I didn't ask for it.
That may be a jerk move, but, yeah, I don't care.
I hear you but I really don't like wasting food. Last time they did it, I simply gave it away. When I used to work downtown and had to work late, on my way to my car, I gave a hunk of chocolate cake to some homeless dude. Yeah, I know I was violating a city ordinance but the mayor can kiss my butt. When people are starving I try to help them out. See, I'm not the mean a-hole people are making me out to be. lol0 -
Temptation is a chance to show your strength...or have a cookie and workout more. Your choice.
People always seem to think I'll just have a cookie and workout more later...me, I'm ****ing lazy. That's why I'm fat. I would so much rather avoid the bad food than have to workout even more because I had 140 empty calories. 140 cals is easy to consume, but takes more than a few extra minutes to burn off.0 -
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Just fart every time they offer you something.
"Hey, want some cake?"
"No, thanks. phhhbbbbbbtttt!"0 -
Our office is terrible. They are always finding things to celebrate, Krispy Kreme donuts at least once per week, monthly birthday cake, bbqs, etc. Our wellness committee organized a healthy potluck so that employees could share recipes, try new foods, etc and no one wanted to do it!0
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The holidays are when it gets bad at my office. I have been really lucky since the first of the year, and most people in my office are motivated and trying to lose weight. The best way to deal with those bringing you food is directly. You have a piece of cheesecake left on your desk, take it to the person who brought it to you...directly tell them, thanks but no thanks, and I would appreciate you not doing this in the future.... You might get better results than suttle hints.0
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I love coworkers that bring food to work! A little treat brightens my day
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I take no issue with it.
If I plan on going to the gym that day, I'll have some of what is offered.
If I don't, I say no thank you. They know I try to stay in shape so they don't really question it.
They might laugh at me, but I don't care.0
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