Married to a Thin person

I feel this. I just have to remember that I'm not him. I'm 5'4 nearly 170, and hes 5'11 and probably around 145. I try to not snack when he snacks. Last week I got out an adult coloring book while watching TV so I wouldn't keep snacking on a bag of cookies I had bought. Otherwise, you can always just make healthier snacks.

I've also read that painting your nails is a good idea, because if your nails are wet, you don't want to dip your hand into a chip bag and get crumbs stuck to the polish Lol

mandiegold941 wrote: »

What do you do when your spouse is thin? My husband tried to be supportive, but last night I found myself in old habits, snacking in front of the TV with him. Overall our meals have been healthier (I do most of the cooking and planning) but snacking is a big problem. Advice?

Are you implying that your snacking was because your husband is not supportive? It's your decision as to whether to snack or not, and if you choose to, what you choose to snack on.

I am 5ft5 184...he is 6ft2 186...it looks good on him..he eats whatever he wants and doesnt gain..I cant wait to weigh a lot less than him.

Yep this IS a tricky one, my sig. other is not skinny but he is definitely thinner than me and can eat and drink a lot more and get away with it. At first I was embarrassed to not join him in eating snacks and big meals. Then I started being pretty straight with a "no thanks I'm trying to cut back" and "well this time I'll pass" and even "No! My mind is a fortress!!" and even ordering small meals when we are out together. At first it felt weird and embarrassing but now it feels like a new normal and I don't squirm any more. I now don't eat HIS snack food, in the same way I don't eat my cat's food ! I see it as his.

Maybe have a few of your own snacks ready and portioned for when he is snacking and you feel like something too. It is Definetly super hard to resist if someone is sitting beside you munching on something delish. Have a few bags of pre portioned pretzels or chips or whatever and try to savor them slowly. Or cut up some fruit or have veggies and hummus in the fridge so you can eat when he does.

I'm in the same boat. Tonight my hubby snacked on a large bag of chips. I ate a banana, yogurt and a small portion of low cal cake. I have to have my own snacks as I'm short and fat and he's tall and thin. However, that is changing...soon, I may be short and in shape! I have at times asked him to remove his treats from my vicinity. He does.

I totally get this too. My husband has always had a great body and a six pack without really trying. I have always been overweight, but he loves me anyway ❤️ My only advice is to make your mind up to resist. Trust me I know how hard it is I promise because I've been on and off diets for over 20 years. This year is the first time I know that I can finally do this.